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Water Quality Assessment and Biodiversity Study of Phytoplanktons in Angol Water Body of Belagavi (Karnataka)
Abstract: AbstractPhysico-chemical testing of angol water body revealed that the calcium hardness ranges from 65 mg/L to 110 mg/L, dissolved oxygen 2.8 to 9.8 mg/L, temperature 21 C to 25 C , pH 6.8 to 9.8, iron 0.1 mg/L to 1.0 mg/L, turbidity 0.381m to 0.6096 m, nitrite 0.0 mg/L to 0.3 mg/L, nitrate 18 mg/L to 23 mg/L, chloride 70 mg/L to 190 mg/L, total hardness 100 mg/L to 220 …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 29–36 Read article
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Studies on Physico-Chemical Parameters and Biodiversity of Freshwater Algae in Kanbargi Lake of Belagavi (Karnataka)
Abstract: AbstractStudies on biodiversity of phytoplankton in Kanbargi Lake records a total of 14 species belonging to four classes of algae which includes, Bacillariophyceae – 6 species, Chlorophyceae – 5 species, 2 species of Euglenophyceae and 1 species of Dinophyceae. Both qualitative and quantitative analysis revealed that Bacillariophyceae species were abundant. Algal pollution index revealed a score of 18 indicating that Kanbargi Lake is less organically polluted. A study on physico-chemical …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Effect of Artemia on the Reduction of Alkali Metals from the Distillery Effluent
Abstract: AbstractThe present study evaluates the feasibility of using Artemia as a bioaccumulator in reducing toxic concentrates of the distillery effluent collected from the industrial area, near Chennai. Generally, the distillery effluent contains a very high amount of alkali metals (Sodium, Potassium, Calcium and Magnesium). Artemia being an efficient environmental adapter was able to thrive in the distillery effluent for 72 h. The physico-chemical parameters such as pH, salinity of the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Bioconversion of Textile Industry Sludge into Soil Enriching Material Through Vermistabilization
Abstract: Disposal of textile sludge onto the environment imposes deleterious effects on the micro and macroflora. Vermistabilization of sludge could be considered as the pioneering solution for the prevailing concern. In this regard, textile sludge has been admixed with cow dung in the ratio of 1:2 to enhance the suitability of the sludge as growth medium for Eudrilus eugeniae. Various physicochemical and worm growth parameters have been evaluated to discern the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 51–58 Read article
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Zooplankton Assemblages and Limnological Properties of the Choba Segment, Upper Reaches of New Calabar River, Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Abstract: The zoological assemblage and the limnological characteristics of the Choba segment of the upper reaches of New Calabar river, Port Harcourt was studied between March and May, 2021. Three stations were sampled for water and zooplankton using a 45 m plankton net and plastic bottles, respectively, in accordance with the APHA's standard procedure. The results showed that a total of 696 zooplankton individuals consisting of 22 species from four taxonomic …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Evaluation of Salinity on the Growth Performance and Cytological Characteristics of Some Selected Sorghum Cultivars (Zabuwa, Deco and Farfara)
Abstract: This research work was carried out to determine evaluate the effect of Salinity on the Growth Performance and Cytological Characteristics of Some Selected Sorghum Cultivars viz., SAMSORG 46 (Zabuwa), SAMSORG 45 (Deco) and Farfara. A nursery experiment was carried out at Federal University Dutse (FUD) in the Botanical Garden of the Department of Biological Sciences. There were three replicates in the fully randomized block design experiment. Treatment employed consist of …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 44–63 Read article
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Diagnosis of Subclinical Mastitis in Cross Bred Cattle
Abstract: Subclinical mastitis was diagnosed in 1599 quarter milk samples from 417 apparently healthy lactating cows in and around Tirupati. Diagnosis of subclinical mastitis was done by California Mastitis Test and Electrical Conductivity Test. The quarter-wise incidence of SCM as detected by CMT and EC was 27.83 and 19.95% respectively whereas the animal-wise incidence was 52.28 and 38.13% for CMT and EC respectively in the present study. Keywords: Cattle, mastitis, CMT, …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 39–43 Read article
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Carbon Nano Tubes: New Techniques for Cancer Treatment
Abstract: Carbon Nano tubes (CNTs) have been recently introduced as a novel carrier system in the biomedical field and produce small and large therapeutic molecules. CNTs have attracted increasing attention for their versatile applications. Based on layers of CNTs, CNTs are generally divided into two categories: single-walled carbon Nano tubes (SWCNTs), multi-walled carbon Nano tubes (MWCNTs). It shows the unique properties and cylindrical shape structure. It shows a greater advantage in …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 28–39 Read article
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Modification of Structural and Electrical Properties of GDC with Sb3+ Ions
Abstract: Gadolinium doped cerium (GDC) is a potential candidate as electrolyte in the solid oxide fuel cells operating in intermediate temperatures. The optimum performance of GDC is obtained only when sintered at higher temperatures (~1400°C), where cerium is prone to reduction. Improvement in the conductivity and stability of GDC is expected by doping it with trivalent ions. In the present context, successful attempts have been made to synthesize Ce0.8Gd0.1Sb0.1O2-δ by solid …
Published in Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications · Vol. 18, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 27–35 Read article
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INVESTIGATION OF THE ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES OF A FOREST AND ITS IMPACT ON RADIO WAVE PROPAGATIONS
Abstract: There are two important parameters that represent the forest electrical properties. They are permittivity, Ԑr and conductivity, δ of the forest. These parameters were observed to affect the radio wave propagation in forest. The study of radio wave propagation in forested environment becomes necessary since radio communication is propagated by electromagnetic wave (EMW) travelling through different environments, The main objective of this research was to investigate a simulated model for …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 18–25 Read article
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Polymer-Based Nanocomposites: Synthesis, Properties, and Applications
Abstract: Polymer-based nanocomposites have emerged as a highly promising class of materials, offering enhanced mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties. By incorporating nanoscale fillers such as carbon nanotubes, graphene, and metal oxides into polymer matrices, these composites exhibit superior strength, conductivity, and durability compared to conventional polymer materials. Their tunable properties make them highly versatile, with applications spanning multiple industries, including biomedical engineering, electronics, and automotive manufacturing. The synthesis of polymer nanocomposites …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 222–227 Read article
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Oxide Nanostructures as Gas Sensor
Abstract: This article is to describe oxide nanostructures as gas sensor, to act as a summited provision. Method based scripture has described from views of on chemical used to detect, otherwise, fact has been interpretation of active layer to convert chemical reaction to electronic signal that has read in terms of changes in resistance, frequency, voltage, etc. Basic Concepts of sensory process from device has been performance evaluation, given by, parametric …
Published in Recent Trends in Sensor Research & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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Development of Self-Healing Circuit Boards Using Shape Memory Polymer Composites
Abstract: This study investigates the influence of temperature, humidity, and nanofiller type on the electrical and structural performance of advanced polymer nanocomposites for self-healing circuit applications. Particular attention was given to conductivity retention and the morphological behavior of carbon nanotubes (CNTs), graphene, and silver nanoparticles (AgNPs). Results show that conductivity decreased under elevated thermal–humidity conditions, reflecting the role of environmental stress in material degradation. Among the tested systems, AgNP-based composites achieved …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 746–770 Read article
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Investigation of Electronic Transport Characteristics of Co-Doped B40 Molecular Junction for Detection of Isoprene: A DFT Study
Abstract: The early identification of lung cancer is crucial and it can be diagnosed non-invasively by assessing the exhalation. Analysing a patient's breath profile can reveal malignant growths in their lungs. In this work, B40 co-doped with indium and iron is used as a molecular junction to sense isoprene, a well-known lung cancer biomarker present in the exhalation. The electronic transport characteristics of the molecular junction designed for isoprene detection are …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 907–916 Read article
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Physical Characterization of New Li-Ion Conducting NASICON Materials in the LI1+2XTA1-XALX+1(PO4)3 System
Abstract: AbstractFabrication of all-solid-state Li battery with non-flammable ceramics electrolyte has been strongly required to overcome safety issues of present Li batteries. One of the promising structures of ceramic electrolyte in solid state battery is the NASICON structure composed of 3 dimensional frameworks (s.g. R-3c). In this study, Li-ion conducting mixed metal phosphate Li1+2xTa1-xAlx+1(PO4)3, L Ta A P-x(x = 0 ~ 0.5) solid electrolyte that possess rhombohedra NASICON structure was prepared …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 25–32 Read article
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Fabrication and Study of Multiwall Carbon Nanotube based capacitor electrodes for Energy Storage Applications
Abstract: Current supercapacitors gift numerous wonderful boundaries that critically inhibit the performance,power, and electric capacitance of strength garage devices. Supercapacitors gift an thrilling prospect that has infinite packages in renewable strength garage and cutting-edge day digital devices. In current years thethrilling improvement of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) has offered a bonus in electrode improvement. CNTs, but useful for his or her improved electrode floor place, have extreme boundaries concerning conductivity and electrode …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 56–60 Read article
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Study of Effect of Various Dielectrics on the Performance of Electromagnetic Bandgap Based Microstrip Patch Antenna Structure
Abstract: Here the effect of various dielectrics on the performance of microstrip patch antenna with underlying electromagnetic bandgap structure is investigated. This unique antenna structure suppresses the surface waves and reflects plane waves with no phase change and thus acts as a perfect magnetic conductor (PMC). Dielectric losses are reduced due to the presence of EBG structure and bandwidth enhancement is observed when compared to the non-EBG structure. The effect of …
Published in Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Synthesis, Properties, Nanocomposites, and Electrochemical Applications of Polyaniline: A Review
Abstract: Polyaniline, also known as PANI, is a polymer in the that is becoming more significant for academics in the field of nanotechnology due to the potential uses it has in sensor technologies, optoelectronics, and photonics. PANI can be rapidly doped by a broad range of acids and dopants due to the ease with which it may be manufactured and its exceptional resilience in the natural environment. In this article, we …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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Design Strategies of Polymer Composite Components for Sustainable Renewable Energy Microgrids
Abstract: Increasing power demand and variable performance requirements in renewable-energy systems motivate integrating advanced polymeric and composite materials into microgrid components to improve reliability and performance. This paper presents a design and control framework for a standalone microgrid that couples power-electronic and energy-conversion subsystems with polymer-composite–based components to enhance durability, thermal management, and electromagnetic shielding. The microgrid uses a doubly fed induction generator (DFIG) for wind generation to enable independent active …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 63–71 Read article
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Multi-Scale Analysis of Polymer Based Energy Storage Systems for High Performance Battery Applications
Abstract: The energy storage systems based on polymers are becoming promising materials for the next generation of high performance batteries because of their excellent mechanical flexibility, improved safety, and favorable electrochemical properties. Even with computational tools in Python, polymer-based energy storage systems remain plagued by poor ionic conductivity, complicated electrochemical reactions and potential thermal runaway. Therefore, a multi-scale model is proposed to improve battery performance, thermal stability, reliability, and large-scale deployment …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 1035–1048 Read article