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Sustainable Architecture for Rural Communities: The Tanzanian Family House Model
Abstract: Sustainable rural housing in East Africa must respond simultaneously to climatic stress, water scarcity, sanitation challenges, and socio-cultural practices. This article presents the Tanzanian Family House as a climate-responsive and resource-efficient housing model developed specifically for rural Tanzanian communities. The project integrates low embodied energy materials, passive environmental strategies, and decentralized infrastructure systems to create a durable and culturally grounded dwelling that can be constructed using local skills and materials. …
Published in International Journal of Rural and Regional Development · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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On the Relationship between Equivalent Potential Temperature (theta-e) and Convective Rain over Nigeria and Togo
Abstract: Convective precipitation is a key feature of West Africa's climate, driven by the West African monsoon system. Accurate forecasting of convective storms is challenging but essential for disaster mitigation in the region. This study investigates the ability of using equivalent potential temperature (theta-e) for predicting convective rainfall events in West Africa. Theta-e combines the thermodynamic effects of moisture and temperature to represent total energy available for convection. Daily rainfall and …
Published in International Journal of Atmosphere · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 26–43 Read article
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AI-Designed Functionally Graded Polymer Composites for Multifunctional Thin Films
Abstract: The design of multifunctional polymer composite thin films requires simultaneous optimization of mechanical, optical, barrier, and thermal properties—objectives often in conflict when using conventional homogeneous materials. This study presents an artificial intelligence-driven framework for designing functionally graded material (FGM) architectures in polymer nanocomposite thin films. We integrated machine learning with physics-based modeling to optimize compositional gradients across film thickness, achieving superior performance compared to homogeneous and discrete multilayer alternatives. A …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1026–1041 Read article
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Overheating Prevention System to Improve the Solar Effcicency: Simulation in Logosoft
Abstract: This project aims to improve the efficiency and longevity of solar panels by preventing overheating through an automated cooling system. The system guarantees solar panels operate efficiently, reliably, and sustainably. The proposed system also includes a feedback-based control mechanism that assesses temperature changes on an ongoing basis to enhance cooling cycles and reduce superfluous water consumption. Using LOGO!Soft Comfort software for simulation, the system integrates a temperature sensor to monitor …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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Deep Learning for Real-Time Monitoring and Defect Detection in Additive Manufactured Polymer Composites
Abstract: Additives Fiber-reinforced polymer composite ADDs have high utility in making lightweight structural components, but due to process-related defects (interlayer delamination and reinforcement stacking) the integrity of consolidation during extrusion-based deposition is frequently compromised. This paper has presented a physics-informed deep learning framework that is applicable to real-time measurements of reinforced thermoplastic composite fabrication. Multimodal sensing was provided with thermal gradient, optical morphology, and acoustics emission signals being used to assess …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 974–999 Read article
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Thermal Dissipation Performance of Metal–Polymer Composite Heat Exchanger for Enhanced Thermal Management in Compact Electric Geysers
Abstract: Most electric geysers these days are made from all-metal stuff, like stainless steel tanks and copper coils for heating, plus mild steel on the outside. Standby heat losses can be 20 to 40 watts, and a 15-litre unit weighs around 6 to 8 kilograms. Manufacturing costs are higher, too. Hard water makes it worse, with limescale building up on the heating elements and cutting thermal conductivity by 10 to 30 …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 618–651 Read article
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Pharmacoepigenomics of Replication Timing: How Anti- Cancer Drugs Reshape Chromatin Domains and Mutational Landscapes.
Abstract: DNA replication timing serves as a fundamental epigenetic feature that organizes genome function during the cell cycle (3), while anti-cancer drugs profoundly alter this process to disrupt tumor growth(4). These agents target chromatin architecture, shifting replication domains and reshaping mutational patterns critical for cancer evolution (1,5). DNA replication timing (RT) domains serve as dynamic epigenetic organizers, partitioning the genome into early- and late-replicating regions that correlate with chromatin states, gene …
Published in International Journal of Molecular Biotechnological Research · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Material-Integrated Energy Management: Role of Advanced Polymers and Composites in Smart Homes
Abstract: The article discusses the possibility of improving the performance as well as the sustainability of smart-home-based energy management systems (EMS) by applying advanced polymeric and composite materials. Smart homes today are placing greater requirements on lightweight, thermally stable, high durability, and electrically conducting compounds in such important aspects of the devices as batteries, substrate layers in solar panels, thermally resistant enclosures, and high efficiency thermal insulation on intelligent appliances. Such …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1361–1374 Read article
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Looking into new ideas in green chemistry
Abstract: Green chemistry has become a revolutionary way to change chemical processes such that they have less of an effect on the environment while still being efficient and cost-effective. This article looks at new developments in green chemistry that go beyond small changes and offer completely new ways to build chemicals that are good for the environment. There is a lot of focus on innovative catalytic systems, sustainable feedstocks, reaction pathways …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 17, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 10–18 Read article
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Seismic-Resilient Structural Systems: Geotechnical Engineering
Abstract: Earthquakes represent one of the most destructive natural hazards, capable of causing severe structural damage, loss of life, and substantial economic disruption. Seismic waves propagating through the ground can induce excessive forces and deformations in buildings, often leading to partial or complete collapse. Statistical records indicate that thousands of earthquakes occur globally each year, including several major events that result in significant damage. Past earthquake disasters have repeatedly demonstrated that …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 55–63 Read article
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Women Empowerment: The Essential Role of Education for Women in India
Abstract: Education has long been acknowledged as one of the most powerful instruments of social transformation, and in the Indian context, it holds unique significance for women’s empowerment. The empowerment of women is central to reducing gender inequality, dismantling patriarchal norms, and achieving inclusive growth. Women’s education does not merely provide literacy; it develops autonomy, fosters confidence, and equips women with the skills necessary for meaningful participation in social, political, and …
Published in International Journal of Trends in Humanities · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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Bridging the Gap: Exploring the Social and Economic Dimensions of Gender Equality
Abstract: Gender equality is a fundamental human right and a critical prerequisite for sustainable social and economic development. Despite notable progress in recent decades, significant disparities persist worldwide, particularly in the social and economic domains. This paper explores the multifaceted nature of gender inequality, examining how structural, cultural, and institutional barriers continue to shape unequal access to resources, opportunities, and decision-making power. By analysing key sectors such as education, healthcare, labour …
Published in Recent Trends in Social Studies · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Revolutionizing Gender Justice: The Intersection of AI and Third-Gender Rights in Indian Legal Systems
Abstract: Artificiаl intеlligеncе (AI) аnd third-gеndеr rights in Indiа convеrgе аt а рivotаl juncturе for аdvаncing еquitаblе justicе systems. A trаnsformаtivе cараcity emеrgеs whеn аlgorithmic tools аrе strаtеgicаlly alignеd with lеgаl frаmеworks, раrticulаrly in reducing systemic bаrriеrs through еnhаncеd judiciаl аccеssibility. This аnаlysis еvаluаtеs AI’s duаl rolе аs both cаtаlyst аnd chаllеngе within Indiа’s evolving рolicy lаndscаре, focusing on thrее domains: lеgislаtivе dеsign, рredictivе jurisрrudеncе, аnd rights-bаsеd govеrnаncе structurеs. Currеnt rеsеаrch …
Published in Recent Trends in Social Studies · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 25–31 Read article
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Polymer Composite-Enhanced Anaerobic Digestion of Kitchen Waste for Optimised Biogas Production: Process Design, Parametric Study, and Simulation Analysis
Abstract: There is an urgent need for decentralised sustainable biogas production from organic waste due to the rising amount of food waste in cities. The application of polymer composite material including HDPE tanks, PVC pipes, and FRP secondary containment systems presents a promising option compared to conventional MS digester fabrication in terms of durability, excellent thermal insulation capability, light weight, and easier installation. This study explores the possibility of adopting a …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 803–818 Read article
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IoT-Based Automated Crop Protection System for Smart Farming
Abstract: The development of current technological advancements produces expanded capabilities for agricultural farming production alongside pest management techniques. The Automatic Crop Protection System requires an Arduino controller and Blynk IoT application for monitoring and managing essential environmental parameters including temperature along with humidity as well as soil moisture and pest behavior. Real-time environmental and soil data obtained by the suggested system's sensor array gets analyzed and controlled by an Arduino controller. …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Formulation Challenges in Long-acting Injectable Small Molecules: Emerging Strategies and Perspectives
Abstract: Long-acting injectable (LAI) formulations represent a transformative approach in pharmacotherapy, particularly for conditions demanding sustained drug exposure over weeks to months. Although biologics have dominated this space historically, the adaptation of LAI technology to small molecules presents a distinct and complex set of challenges rooted in physicochemical properties, manufacturing scalability, and regulatory expectations. This review systematically addresses the principal formulation barriers encountered in developing LAI small-molecule products, including aqueous solubility …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Machine Learning Optimization for VARTM Carbon Polymer Laminates
Abstract: Vacuum-assisted resin transfer moulding (VARTM) is a key low-cost, out-of-autoclave process for manufacturing large-scale carbon-fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) laminates crucial to aerospace wings, wind-turbine blades, marine hulls, and automotive structures. Unpredictable resin flow often leads to voids, dry spots, and race-tracking defects, resulting in 27.9% scrap rates and lengthy, costly trial-and-error design cycles. Although surrogate models provide rapid impregnation predictions for simple flat-plate geometries, vision-based monitoring is limited to idealized …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 229–245 Read article
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Molecular Dynamics and Therapeutic Architectures of Cannabinoid Receptors: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Expanding on these foundations, recent structural biology studies using cryo-electron microscopy have provided high-resolution insights into the conformational dynamics of CB₁ and CB₂ receptors. These findings have enabled a more precise understanding of ligand–receptor interactions, particularly how agonists, antagonists, and reverse agonists stabilize distinct receptor states. Such knowledge is critical for rational drug design, allowing researchers to selectively modulate downstream signaling pathways. For instance, CB₁ receptors primarily couple to Gi/o …
Published in International Journal of Cheminformatics · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 36–40 Read article
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Signal Drift Compensation in Polymer-Based Wearable Biosensors Using Data Processing Techniques
Abstract: Polymer-based wearable biosensors have emerged as promising platforms for continuous physiological monitoring due to their mechanical flexibility, low operating voltage, and compatibility with soft biological interfaces. However, their long-term deployment remains challenging because of signal drift caused by polymer ageing, hydration–dehydration cycles, ionic trapping, and environmental variations. These effects introduce baseline fluctuations and sensitivity degradation, which compromise the reliability and interpretability of physiological measurements. This study proposes a data-processing–driven framework …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 197–207 Read article
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Microalgae Based Wastewater Treatment: A Sustainable Approach
Abstract: The global water crisis and strict environmental policies demand advanced wastewater treatment techniques that combine pollution control with resource recovery. Microalgae-based wastewater treatment has emerged as a sustainable biotechnological solution that aligns with circular economy principles by simultaneously eliminating contaminants and producing valuable biomass that can be converted into useful products. This review paper provides an in- depth assessment of the application of microalgae in treating municipal, industrial, and agricultural …
Published in International Journal of Sustainability · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–15 Read article