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679 articles for “Preparation method”
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Development and Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of Bio-Degradable Grass Fiber Composite Reinforced with Shrimp Shell Powder for Sustainable Applications
Abstract: Shrimp, a significant area of the seafood industry in terms of production, is exceeded by only prawn and salmon in terms of volume; its global annual production exceeds 4.4 million tons. India is a sea of shrimp production: the country recorded a record high production of 9 lakh tonnes (900,000 metric tonnes) of cultured shrimp in 2021. Andhra Pradesh was the major contributor to cultured shrimp culture, amounting to around …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 720–731 Read article
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An Ultraviolet-Curable Nano Cerium Oxide Coating and Its Anti Ultraviolet /Blue Light Properties
Abstract: An ultraviolet (UV)-curable nano cerium oxide (CeO2) coating with enhanced blue light and UV shielding properties, prepared using an ultrasonic blending method, is presented. This study systematically investigated the optimal synthesis conditions for nano CeO2, as well as the effects of UV intensity and CeO2 concentration on the curing kinetics and blue/UV light shielding performance of the UV-curable nanocomposite. The results indicate that the synthesized nano CeO2 exhibited improved mechanical …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 306–324 Read article
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Development and Evaluation of a Cost-Effective UV-Protective Cream Containing Para-Aminobenzoic Acid and Aloe Vera for Indian Climatic Conditions.
Abstract: The increasing incidence of ultraviolet (UV) radiation-induced skin disorders has heightened the demand for effective, affordable photoprotective agents, especially in countries with high sun exposure such as India. This study aimed to develop a cost-effective and efficient UV-B protective cream formulation suitable for populations in Indian latitudes. Para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA) was selected as the primary sunscreening agent due to its high UV-B absorption efficiency, low toxicity, and affordability compared with …
Published in Recent Trends in Cosmetics · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 7–18 Read article
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Elucidation of Physical Structural Stability of Nickel Nanoparticles Additive-Based Magnetorheological Grease
Abstract: This study investigates the influence of nickel nanoparticles on the physical properties and structural stability of magnetorheological grease (NMRG) as a smart composite. The incorporation of nickel nanoparticles aims to mitigate issues commonly observed in conventional magnetorheological grease (MRG), including particle aggregation within the fibrous matrix, limited material performance, and deformation instability. NMRG samples containing 1–5 wt% nickel nanoparticles were prepared using a mechanical stirring method. The tests focused on …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 191–215 Read article
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Gamma Irradiation Effects on Structural and Optical Properties of PVA/Al₂O₃/TiC Polymer Nanocomposites for Optoelectronic Applications
Abstract: PVA/TiC/Al2O3 nanocomposite (PTA) films were successfully prepared via the solution casting method. The impact of high-dose gamma (γ) irradiation (30 kGy) on the structural and optical properties of PVA/TiC/Al2O3 nanocomposites was systematically explored using X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and UV–Visible spectroscopy. XRD analysis confirmed the semi-crystalline nature of the nanocomposites, which was found to decrease upon incorporation of Al₂O₃ nanoparticles and exposure to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 717–729 Read article
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Design and Synthesis of Functionalized Copolymers for Enhanced Interfacial Compatibility in Polymer Matrix Composites
Abstract: Interfacial adhesion between the polymer matrix reinforcing phase affects significantly the mechanical and thermal behavior of polymer composites. The study reports on the design and synthesis of functionalized copolymers in the efforts to establish interfacial compatibility based on chemical design. The reinforcements were functionalized doping polar functional groups such as glycidyl methacrylate and maleic anhydride during free-radical copolymerization to form copolymerizing reactive sites that interacted with the reinforcement surfaces. Confirmation …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1404–1418 Read article
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TiO2-ZrO2 Supported Nickel Oxide Catalysts for Hydrogenation of Levulinic Acid to -Valerolcatone
Abstract: The Titania-Zirconia (TZ) mixed oxide sample (50:50 wt.% percent) was prepared by a simple coprecipitation method and used as a support for the nickel catalyst. The various loadings of nickel content from 1 to 20 wt.% were synthesized for the production of γ-valerolactone (GVL) from levulinic acid (LA). Among all the tested samples, the 5 wt.% Ni/TZ sample exhibited the 98% conversion of LA and 96% selectivity to GVL and …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 35–44 Read article
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The Mechanical Properties of Manganese Chloride Salt Reinforced [PVA: PVP] Blend Films
Abstract: In this study, pure [PVA: PVP] polymer blend film and MnCl2·4H2O salt reinforced polymer blend films at different weight ratios (10–50) wt%) were prepared by using the casting method. The effect of salt weight ratio on the mechanical properties of the [PVA: PVP] polymer blend films reinforced by MnCl2·4H2O salt was also studied. The experimental results obtained from the tensile test of the [PVA: PVP] polymer blend films reinforced by …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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Structural Investigations of NiFe2O4 Synthesised by the Pyrolysis of Single Source Precursor
Abstract: NiFe2O4 nanoparticles have been synthesized using the single source precursor [NiFe2(cin)3(N2H4)3] via pyrolysis thermal decomposition route. The single source precursor prepared by a simple precipitation method, was characterised by hydrazine and metal analyses, infrared spectral analysis and thermo-gravimetric analysis. Using appropriate annealing conditions, NiFe2O4 nanoparticles were synthesised by the thermal treatment of the precursor. From XRD and HRTEM studies, the particle size of the sample was found to be around …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Co-Doping of Titanium Dioxide with Zinc and Nitrogen for Improvement of Dye Sensitized Solar Cell Performance
Abstract: Energy will be one of the major problems all over the world in coming decades, as the natural energy sources will be exhausted soon. Solar energy will be a best alternative energy sources to solve this problem. Different types of solar cells have been fabricated for solar energy conversion into electricity. In the present work, dye sensitized solar cell (DSSC) has been fabricated by co-doping of TiO2 with Zn (metal) …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Flood Vulnerability Assessment Using Participatory GIS Approach
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Flood is a most frequent and risky hazard as well as a disaster in the world. In the present study, Participatory GIS (PGIS) approach has been used to assess flood vulnerability and risk. The application of Participatory GIS is common and effective where local people have the ability to accumulate knowledge and experiences. The PGIS integrates qualitative information (mental maps, public …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 8–22 Read article
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Synthesis and Characterisation of Ceria Doped Titania Catalyst for the Degradation of Methylene Blue
Abstract: Photocatalytic degradation of Methylene Blue (MB) dye using synthesized ceria doped titania catalyst was performed and results were interpreted. The photocatalyst was prepared by incipient wet impregnation method, using cerium nitrate and titanium dioxide as the starting materials. The synthesized catalyst was characterized by powder X-ray diffraction (XRD), Vibrating sample magnetometer analysis (VSM), UV-Vis Diffuse reflectance measurements (DRS-UV) and UV analysis. The XRD pattern indicated that the sample has a …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 26–33 Read article
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Stability Study of Medhya Churna Used in Treatment of Cerebral Palsy with Respect to Baseline Microbial Diagnostic Modalities
Abstract: Background: Cerebral Palsy (CP) is the non-progressive static encephalopathy which caused by brain damage and it is the most common motor disability of childhood. Aim: To study of stability of the Medhya Churna with respect to its stability against the microbial contamination. Materials and Methods: The Medhya Churna was prepared and studied to test microbial contamination at regular time intervals. Results: Sample was given for the microbiological examination from the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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Crystal structure investigation of La doped BiFeO3 multiferroics by Rietveld analysis
Abstract: AbstractPolycrystalline materials with composition Bi0.8La0.2FeO3 multiferroics were prepared through solid state reaction method. The room temper ature XRD confirmed the very well synthesis of the sample without any trace of any impurity phase. The Rietveld analysis of the XRD pattern manifest the interesting evident of devising the structural phase not exactly Rhombohedral (R3c) but instead it exhibits a combination of 90% rhombohedral(R3c) and 10% α phase of BiFeO3 Triclinic (P1). …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 34–37 Read article
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A New Approach of Synthesis Fe-Substituted Bi-2223 Superconductors
Abstract: Generally, the Bismuth based high temperature superconductors are utilizing in three phases as Bi-2201, Bi-2212 and Bi-2223. These have different transition temperature according to superconducting phase. Here, we studied about Bi-2223 phase by using complex Bi2Sr2Can-1 (Cu1-xFex)3O10+δ where n = 3. In this complex, we has been doped iron in Coper (Cu) site (x = 0.07%). This sample was prepared by solid state reaction method. The planetary Ball mill was …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 22–29 Read article
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Development and Characterization of Mucoadhesive Microspheres Containing a Model Antidiabetic Drug
Abstract: The present work was envisaged to reduce the dosing frequency and improve patient compliance by designing and evaluating sustained release mucoadhesive (SRM) microspheres of metformin hydrochloride (MH) for an effective control of diabetes type-2. Microspheres were prepared by emulsification solvent evaporation method using sodium alginate, carbopol 934P (CP), and sodium carboxy methyl cellulose (SCMC) as a mucoadhesive polymers. The microspheres exhibits good mucoadhesive properties and showed high drug entrapment efficiency. …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 12–19 Read article
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Sumatriptan Succinate Mucoadhesive Buccal Tablets: Formulation Design, Optimization and Evaluation
Abstract: The main aim of present investigation was to develop and study mucoadhesive buccal tablets of sumatriptan succinate using different bioadhesive polymer. Nine formulations were prepared by using direct compression method with varying concentration of polymer as HPMC (Metolose SR 90SH-15000), xanthan gum (XTGM) and sodium carboxy methyl cellulose (sodium CMC). Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy was used to identify drug excipient interaction. Micromeritic properties of lubricated blend, physical properties and chemical …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–20 Read article
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Electro-chemical treatment of graphite oxide: preparation and Characterization of high quality Graphene material
Abstract: With the enlargement of flexibility and suitability in material industries, high-performance thermal management materials are demanded with high thermal conductivity and electrical insulation are growing. In recent years, graphene has received a numerous focus from science community due to its high thermal conductivity and electrical insulation. Fabrication of light weight graphene and its derivatives as graphene Oxide (GO) and reduced graphene oxide (rGO) via facile processing method is yet a …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 9, 2024 Read article
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Electro-chemical treatment of graphite oxide: preparation and Characterization of high quality Graphene material
Abstract: With the enlargement of flexibility and suitability in material industries, high-performance thermal management materials are demanded with high thermal conductivity and electrical insulation are growing. In recent years, graphene has received a numerous focus from science community due to its high thermal conductivity and electrical insulation. Fabrication of light weight graphene and its derivatives as graphene Oxide (GO) and reduced graphene oxide (rGO) via facile processing method is yet a …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 5, 2024 · pp. 25–36 Read article
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ZnO Nanostructure Shape Effects in Photocatalysis of Methylene Blue
Abstract: Nowadays, dyes are used in the food industry, textile industry, paper industry, hair coloring, light-harvesting arrays, photoelectrochemical cells, etc. Most of the dyes are nonbiodegradable, toxic, carcinogenic, and consist of organic compounds. These dye wastages are discharged into water bodies and the environment causing serious hazards to the marine ecosystem as well as the humans extensively. To treat toxic dyes traditional methods such as adsorption, activated carbon, ultrafiltration, and reverse …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 722–727 Read article