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81 articles for “Physicochemical characteristics”
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Enhancing Rhizoremediation of Petroleum Hydrocarbon-Contaminated Soil Using Brachiaria ramosa: A Review of Plant Growth Promotion and Degradation Potential
Abstract: This paper examines rhizoremediation as a sustainable and environmentally acceptable remediation technique in response to the growing problem of petroleum hydrocarbon pollution in soils. Brachiaria ramosa, a tropical grass species that may be useful in contaminated settings, is the main emphasis. A critical analysis of the literature on plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR), microbial consortia involved in hydrocarbon breakdown, and rhizosphere-mediated degradation is conducted. There is a thorough discussion of important …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 24–41 Read article
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Biopolymer-Based Flocculation for Microplastic Removal: Fenugreek and Okra as Sustainable Alternatives to Synthetic Flocculants
Abstract: Microplastic pollution has emerged as a persistent global environmental concern due to its widespread presence in aquatic ecosystems and potential implications for food chains and human health. Conventional removal approaches, particularly the use of synthetic flocculants such as polyacrylamide (PAM), have demonstrated high removal efficiencies in water treatment applications. However, their use is often associated with environmental concerns including toxicity, non-biodegradable residues, and energy-intensive production processes. In this context, the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1119–1128 Read article
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Formulation and Evaluation of Betel Leaf and Clove Based Herbal Gel
Abstract: This study developed and assessed a herbal gel comprising extracts of betel leaf (Piper betle) and clove (Syzygium aromaticum) for topical use. Herbal extracts were prepared by Soxhlet extraction and analyzed for yield, phytochemical profile and total phenolic content (TPC). The phytochemicals present were alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins and phenols, and glycosides, with a greater phenolic content for clove extract. Herbal gels were prepared using Carbopol 934 and assessed for properties, …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 08–15 Read article
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Sustainable Carbon Materials for Catalysis, Energy Conversion, and Environmental Remediation
Abstract: Among the most ancient and adaptable materials used by humans, carbon finds use in a wide range of industries, including electronics, energy production, medicine, water purification, air filtration, and catalysis. Among them, activated carbon's highly developed microporous structure, remarkably large specific surface area, and adjustable surface functions have drawn a great deal of attention from both science and industry. Activated carbon materials have been widely used as molecular sieves, adsorbents …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 47–52 Read article
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Novel 1,3,4-Thiadiazole Derivatives: Design, Synthesis, Characterization and Anticancer Evaluation – A Review
Abstract: Cancer remains one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide despite significant advances in diagnosis and treatment. The clinical usefulness of many anticancer drugs is often restricted by toxicity, poor selectivity, and the emergence of drug resistance. These limitations have encouraged the search for novel heterocyclic compounds with improved therapeutic efficacy and safety. Among these, the 1,3,4-thiadiazole scaffold has gained considerable attention because of its favorable physicochemical characteristics, metabolic stability, …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 42–49 Read article
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Performance Comparison of Plantain Stem Fibre, Palm Fruit Fibre and Banana Stem Fibre for Remediation
Abstract: This thesis goes on to show how each bioadsorbent works in a packed bed unit connected in series to remediate or treat contaminated fresh water medium using petroleum hydrocarbons, or crude oil. The purpose of this study was to determine the efficacy of plantain, banana, and palm bunch fibers with diameters of 50 µm, 150 µm, and 200 µm in treating contaminated water media. In each packed bed unit, the …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 27–36 Read article
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Green Synthesis of Biologically Active 2, 4, 5- Trisubstituted Imidazoles Catalyzed by Large Pore Zeolite H-BEA through Lophine MCRs
Abstract: 2, 4, 5-triphenyl-1(H)-imidazoles (popularly known as Lophine derivatives) are well known heterocyclic compounds and find significant diversified applications, not only in the area of medicinal chemistry as biologically active drug-like molecules, but also in the other advanced research areas, such as fluorescence labelling, biological imaging and chromospheres for non-linear optic system. In the present endeavour, a green synthesis of Lophine derivatives via multi-component reaction is carried out using benzil/benzoin, substituted …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 20–36 Read article
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Towards Reasonable Farming Waste Administration
Abstract: Agricultural substances are those substances that are produce on earth with the change of seasons. Basically these substances are produce in the nature and are very important for survival of animals and human beings who are consumers. These substances are widely available on earth can be a good source of energy or can be converted into useful products. The waste produced from the crop has excellent potential for energy conversion …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 21–26 Read article
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Formulation and Evaluation of Antibacterial Properties of Polyherbal Shampoo of Ocimum americanum and Aloe Vera
Abstract: Nowadays, the whole world is trying to return towards the regular home-grown materials as it has no another harmful effects towards diseases. We are using synthetic chemical-based things for our hair, which leads to losing their quality, strength, volume and sparkle. Each synthetic chemical based things like cleaning agent contains a harmful substance which is responsible for harm of hair. Hair isone of the distinguishing features that can be found …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 33–46 Read article
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Environmental implications of Chitosan nanostructures.
Abstract: Chitosan (CS), as a biopolymer, has unrivalled chemical and mechanical modification capabilities to develop novel characteristics, functions, and applications, particularly in the manufacture of cutting-edge membrane adsorbents. Membrane adsorbents utilizing carbon starch (CS) have emerged as a viable and efficient engineering instrument for eliminating diverse pollutants from aquatic settings, including heavy metals and dyes. To date, much study has been directed towards improving the adsorptive characteristics, permeability, physicochemical stability, and …
Published in International Journal of Antibiotics · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 42–58 Read article
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Monitoring The Hydrocarbon Utilizing Bacteria in Crude Oil Remediation Using Bio-Stimulant of Mint Leaf (Mentha Piperita)
Abstract: Conceptual monitoring of hydrocarbon utilization bacteria on crude oil remediation using bio-stimulant of mint leaf (Mentha piperita) was investigated. The bio-stimulant nutrient was determined by considering the available nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and hydrocarbon utilizing bacteria presence in both room and sun-dried samples of the remediant used. The mint leaf (Mentha piperita) was processed to obtain the powder form (nano particle size) of the bio-stimulant and the microbes isolated and identified …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 35–40 Read article
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Examination of Physicochemical Parameters of Crude Oil Remediation in Soil Environment using Agro-Based Material
Abstract: In this investigation the following physicochemical parameters were monitored which include cation exchange capacity, sodium ion, carbon, magnesium, nitrogen, calcium, available phosphorus, pH, electrical conductivity, and temperature. The experimental result obtained reveals that the physicochemical parameters analyzed the reaction than the inhibiting the reaction process by inhibiting the active site of microorganisms present in each bioreactor. The research showcases, the mass and the volume of the materials used for the …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 22–30 Read article
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Impact of Fly Ash Pollution on Quality of Agricultural Soils Around Thermal Power Station
Abstract: The coal-fired Khaparkheda Thermal Power Station (KTPS) and its fly ash pond in Nagpur District, Maharashtra, India has been responsible for serious fly ash pollution incidents of agricultural soil. The present study was carried out on the quality of soil samples around the fly ash pond and KTPS. The physicochemical and chemical characteristics of soil samples were observed to be affected due to fly ash pollution. The fertility of soil …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 6–17 Read article
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Comprehensive Review of the Tehri Dam: Current Status and Developments
Abstract: The Tehri Dam project in India's Chandpur Formation, located in the Himalayan region, has raised concerns about seismic risks due to the presence of main central thrust and main boundary thrust lines. A comprehensive seismic risk analysis was conducted during the design phase of the Tehri Project at the University of Roorkee and the Hydro Project Institute in Moscow. The rock-fill dam is equipped with an underground powerhouse with four …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 13–23 Read article
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Physicochemical and Microbiological Analysis of Consumable Water in Kolkata and Surrounding Areas
Abstract: The basic need of humans for their survival is food, water and air. Drinking water is said to be the most essential requirement for life available on Earth. The increase in population is one of the factors for the crisis of drinking water all over the state. This shortage of drinking water is due to the effects of pollution in the water samples such as mixing of sewage waters and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Formulation of Natural Hair Dye by Using Natural Herbs and Their Characterization
Abstract: The development of herbal hair dyes using natural herbs offers a safer alternative to chemical-based hair coloring products. This study investigates the development of a herbal hair dye formulated from a blend of natural ingredients renowned for their hair care benefits. The selected herbs include black catechu, henna, indigo, bhringraj, aloe-vera, amla, jatamansi, black cumin seeds, charcoal, alkanet root and extract of black tea, pomegranate & logwood. These herbs were …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 08–16 Read article
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Production of Pectin from Orange Peels (Citrus sinensis)
Abstract: The study on pectin manufacturing from orange peel raw material indicated the effect of operating temperature on the quality and quantity obtained at a given mass of orange peels loaded in the distillation column, as well as the influence of time. The pectin was measured at various operating temperatures, times, and pH values of acidic media namely 1, 1.5, 2, 3, and 4 with operating temperatures of 60°C, 70°C, and …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 29–40 Read article
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Investigation on the Characteristics of Flood Water Quality in Egi Clan in Rivers State of Nigeria
Abstract: Physicochemical analysis of flood water was performed in four communities in Egi Clan: Ogbogu, Obagi, Oboburu and Akabuka in Rivers State, Nigeria. The physiochemical perameters analysed were: pH, chloride, sulphate, iron, conductivity, total hardness, alkalinity, turbidity, total dissolved solids, and total suspended solids. The result of pH of the four communities in the order above were 6.34, 5.04, 5.50 and 5.90 for chloride: 50.4 mg/l, 171.9 mg/l and 198.52 mg/l …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 33–43 Read article
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Toxicological Impacts of Heavy Metals on Fish
Abstract: In recent times, heavy metals are frequently found in water as pollutants. Heavy metal toxicity has the potentiality to harm aquatic flora and fauna. Fish growth parameters, morphological characteristics as well as haematological, biochemical and physicochemical parameters may be important bio- indicator against this type of pollutants. The purpose of this review is to describe various heavy metals' toxic effects on fish. Heavy metals and its derivative compounds are common …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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An Overview of Examination of Some Basic Raw Materials for Adsorbent on Approach of Pollutant Mitigation and Treatment
Abstract: This research showcases the basic parameters that are required to produce bio-adsorbent suitable for adsorption process and their important role on treatment of contaminated water environment. The overview of the physicochemical parameters of the raw materials used for the production of the adsorbents, the particle size and the mix ratio were identified as a contributing factor to the rate of contaminants mitigation in the system. The effect of water pollution …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 01–16 Read article