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92 articles for “nitrogen”
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Influence of Nanomaterial on Biofuel Extracted from Lemon Seed Feedstock
Abstract: Biodiesel, which is a type of biofuel, offers a replacement to the traditional diesel fuel currently available on the market, which is derived from petroleum that is both more sustainable for the environment and more attractive from an economic standpoint. A plethora of environmental benefits can be obtained through the utilization of this technology, including a reduction in emissions of greenhouse gases and particulate matter, as well as the possibility …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 200–210 Read article
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Development of a Low-Cost Air Quality Monitoring System Using the MQ2 Sensor
Abstract: Air pollution is becoming a major environmental problem, especially in cities, due to the quick expansion of industry and the rise in car emissions. The air is contaminated with dangerous chemicals such as carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, and fine particles, which have a major negative influence on human health by raising the risk of heart and respiratory diseases. Because of their dense populations and heavy traffic, urban areas are particularly …
Published in Recent Trends in Sensor Research & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Improving Indian Agriculture: How Personalized Recommendations Can Empower Farmers
Abstract: With millions of jobs and a major contribution to the wealth of the nation, farming is a vital sector of the Indian economy. Nevertheless, a lot of small and marginal farmers face issues that keep them from making enough money. They frequently lack access to critical knowledge on government assistance, new tools, fertilizers, and soil health, making farming difficult for them. Farmers also face issues such as unstable water availability, …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 13–17 Read article
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Development of Eco-friendly Glass Fiber Composites Embedded with Paddy Stubble for Sustainable Applications and Its Metallurgical Characterization
Abstract: The extreme rise in environmental challenges owing to agricultural activities, among which paddy stubble burning remains a huge concern. Burning about 15 million tons of paddy stubble leads to emissions discharge of various toxic pollutants and gases notably, nitrogen oxides, methane and carbon monoxide in large scale causing global air pollution and climate change. The study focuses on obtaining and preparing a paddy stubble powder and using it with glass …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 640–648 Read article
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Synthesis, Characterization, Antibacterial Evaluation and Study of Organic Separation Behavior for Five Membered Ring for Pyridine Derivatives
Abstract: Imidazoles can be prepared by condensation between amines and various aldehydes and ketones. Imidazole derivatives are important compounds due to their broad biological activity and pharmacological properties, such as antifungal, antioxidant, cytotoxic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-YFV (yellow fever virus), anti-tuberculosis, and antimicrobial activity. In recent years, many studies have been conducted on the preparation of biological imidazole derivatives, especially derivatives linked to heterogeneous rings containing nitrogen or any other donor atom. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 16, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 106–121 Read article
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Physical Activation Process and Characterization of Bioactive Carbon, with a Focus on its Applications
Abstract: Activated carbon is a form of carbon that has been processed to enhance its surface area and porosity. This processing enables it to function as an efficient adsorbent, attracting and retaining other molecules on its surface. In our environment, many types of biomass waste are inexpensive and renewable. Recently, there has been a growing interest in producing products from renewable resources. A prime example is the use of biomass to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 507–517 Read article
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Physico-Chemical Soil Analysis: A Scientific Approach to Life on Land and Terrestrial Ecosystem Conservation for Supporting SDG 15 Goals
Abstract: Soil health and fertility evaluation are foundational elements in the sustainable management of ecosystems and the enhancement of agricultural productivity. Accurate assessment of soil properties, especially Carbon (C), Nitrogen (N), and Phosphorus (P), is critical for informed decision-making in agriculture and environmental conservation. However, traditional laboratory methods for analyzing these essential nutrients often involve significant resource allocation and time commitments, making them less practical for large-scale or time-sensitive applications. To …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 25–23 Read article
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Demonstration of Percentage Reduction of Petroleum Hydrocarbon Remediation in Soil using Ponderosa Lemon Leaf as Bio-stimulant
Abstract: The study of the performance of bio-remediant was demonstrated in terms of percentage reduction of petroleum hydrocarbon remediation in soil using ponderosa lemon leaf as bio-stimulant. The bio-stimulant was introduced into two environmental conditions of room-dried and sun-dried sample and the impact of the environmental factor was considered in the contributing agent on the variation in the rate of the total hydrocarbon degradation as well as the variation in the …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Development of a Natural Fiber Sand–Carbon Composite Filter Using Agave sisalana for Sustainable Domestic Sewage Treatment
Abstract: This study presents an innovative approach to decentralized domestic sewage treatment by integrating Agave sisalana fibers as the core functional component within a composite filtration system. The filtration column was constructed using a vertical 1:3:1 layered configuration comprising silica sand (top), Agave sisalana fibers (middle), and activated carbon (bottom). Comprehensive experimental analyses were conducted to evaluate the system’s efficacy in removing key water quality parameters, including turbidity, total solids (TS), …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 43–51 Read article
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Termite Mound Soil: A Potential Source of Biofertilizer in Koraput, Odisha
Abstract: Mass use of chemical fertilizers and extensive agriculture has reduced soil’s physiochemical properties and nutrient profile, generating crops with higher chemical residues, resulting unhealthy human population. Sustainable and cost effective nature friendly alternative methods of agriculture are the present need, to overcome the crisis. The study with Termite Mound Soil, TMS, in Koraput district of Odisha, India was performed to find nutrient composition and its potential as an ecofriendly, sustainable …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 40–47 Read article
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Microbial Competition in the Rumen: Insights into Fermentation Kinetics, Host Health, and Environmental Sustainability
Abstract: Microbial competition within the rumen is a crucial determinant of fermentation efficiency, nutrient utilization, and overall host health in ruminant animals. The complex microbial community in the rumen comprises bacteria, protozoa, fungi, and archaea, all of which interact in intricate and often competitive ways to degrade feed and produce essential metabolites. This competition significantly influences fermentation kinetics, determining the rate and efficiency of carbohydrate, protein, and fat breakdown. Such microbial …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 27–42 Read article
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A Study on Clinical Characteristics and The Impact Of Covid-19 In Hemodialysis Patients
Abstract: Background: The Corona Viruses Disease-19 pandemic has severely impacted Hemodialysis patients, who are vulnerable due to compromised immune systems and underlying comorbidities. Frequent Dialysis center visits increase their exposure risk to severe acute respiratory syndrome- Coronavirus Disease, and chronic inflammation, uremia, and immunosenescence may impair their immune response. Methods: This retrospective study included 60 Hemodialysis patients diagnosed with COVID-19 between January -July 2024. Data on demographics, clinical characteristics, laboratory results …
Published in International Journal of Biomedical Innovations and Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Properties of Biostimulant of Ponderosa Lemon for Crude Oil Remediation in Soil Environment
Abstract: The effect of petroleum hydrocarbon on soil environment contributes to low performance of microbes and plant yield. This study investigates the potential of grape leaf (Ponderosa lemon) on hydrocarbon constituents of crude oil contaminated soil. Freshly harvested grape leaf was washed thoroughly with tape water thereafter rinse with distilled water, some portions kept for room-dried and another for sundried to vary the composition. Fixed masses of loamy soil samples of …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 35–42 Read article
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Investigative Study of Relationship of Chemical Characteristics of Group V Elements and Electron Structure
Abstract: Understanding the chemical properties of Group V elements through their electron configurations deepens our comprehension of periodic trends. Transitioning from nitrogen to bismuth, we observe a shift from non-metals to metalloids and then to metals, a change driven by the progression of electron shell and orbital filling. This insight is crucial for forecasting and elucidating the varied chemical behaviors and uses of Group V elements, thereby aiding developments in chemistry …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 39–45 Read article
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Azepines, Chemistry, Synthesis and Reactions
Abstract: Azepines, which consist of a seven-membered cyclic compound featuring six carbon atoms, an additional nitrogen atom, and no double bonds between carbons, form a diverse group within organic chemistry. The fully hydrated form of this compound is called azepam (C6H13N). Compounds and their variants play crucial roles in pharmaceutical research due to their biologic attributes like cancer-fighting, bacteria-killing, fungus-busting, virus-suppressing, and inflammation-reducing capabilities. Various organic molecules found within nature draw …
Published in International Journal of Minerals · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 35–45 Read article
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Recent Advancements and Current Status of Hydrogen Fuel Cells: Materials, Systems, Applications, and Commercialization Prospects
Abstract: In the transportation, stationary electricity, and industrial sectors, hydrogen fuel cells have become a crucial clean-energy technology that can help achieve worldwide decarbonization. Significant progress has been made in catalyst design, membrane engineering, stack architecture, system optimization, and hydrogen generation pathways throughout the last ten years (2018–2025). Platinum group metal (PGM) loading has been significantly reduced, single-atom and transition-metal-nitrogen-carbon (M-N-C) catalysts for oxygen reduction have been developed (Wu et al., …
Published in International Journal of Electro-Mechanics and Material Behaviour · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 6–24 Read article
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Experimental Validation and Implementation Framework for Optimized Methane Yield Prediction in Anaerobic Digestion
Abstract: The correct validation and realistic application of optimized anaerobic digestion (AD) models are essential steps in transferring biogas production systems to real-life. This paper outlines an experimental validation and deployment pipeline of an AI-optimized model of the methane yield prediction model based on the application of more advanced machine learning and Bayesian optimization methods. Others The validated surrogate-assisted optimization model was tested with controlled laboratory-scale AD experiments at optimized operating …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Noise and Pollution Control · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 25–32 Read article
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Evaluation of CI Engine Performance and Emissions Using WB10CNT90: A CNT-Reinforced Biodiesel Blend Approach and its Marketing Prospects for sustainable fuel Commercialization
Abstract: The experimental and analytical evaluation of the WB10CNT90 blend—a combination of 10% waste biodiesel derived from Madhuca longifolia, 90% conventional diesel, and 100 ppm Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWCNTs)—demonstrates its potential as an efficient and eco-friendly alternative to conventional diesel. The Brake Thermal Efficiency (BTE) of the engine increased by approximately 15%, indicating enhanced energy conversion efficiency during combustion. Simultaneously, the Brake Specific Fuel Consumption (BSFC) showed a reduction of nearly …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 741–759 Read article
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Structure–Property–Performance Characteristics of Chlorella Vulgaris Lipid-Based Bio-Composites Modified with n-Pentanol
Abstract: The depletion of fossil fuel resources and increasingly stringent emission regulations have intensified the need for sustainable alternatives for compression ignition (CI) engines. Biodiesel derived from Chlorella vulgaris microalgae is a renewable, non-edible fuel; however, its higher viscosity and lower volatility can adversely affect engine performance. To address these limitations, higher alcohols such as n-pentanol can be employed as effective modifiers to improve fuel physicochemical properties while maintaining compatibility with …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1636–1648 Read article
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Host Plant Affinity and Trophic Behavior of Lohita grandis name of author (Hemiptera: Largidae)
Abstract: Lohita grandis (Gray) , commonly known as the red cotton bug, is an emerging pest of cotton and several other economically important crops in India. Its sap-sucking feeding habit causes discoloration of fruits, reduction in seed quality, and yield losses, posing serious challenges to sustainable agriculture. The present study investigates the feeding behaviour and host plant preferences of L. grandis across diverse agroclimatic zones of India, with the aim of …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 92–100 Read article