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172 articles for “mixed-methods research”
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Development and Validation of a New Stability-Indicating HPLC Method for the Determination of Rosiglitazone in Tablets
Abstract: Rosiglitazone (ROS) is an antidiabetic drug belonging to the thiazolidine class. A new stability-indicating high-performance chromatographic (HPLC) method was developed for the determination of ROS in pharmaceuticals, and validated for its suitability following the ICH guidelines. Chromatography was performed on a Chromatopack (250×4.6 mm; 5 µm particle size) column using phosphate buffer of pH 3.2 and methanol (70:30 v/v) as mobile phase pumped at a flow rate of 1 ml …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Determination of the Antidiabetic Drug Miglitol in Pharmaceuticals by Ultra-Performance Liquid Chromatography
Abstract: Miglitol (MGL) is a drug used in the treatment of type-2 diabetes mellitus. A new analytical method employing ultra-performance liquid chromatography (UPLC) with UV-detection is presented for the determination of MGL in bulk drug and tablet forms. Analysis was performed in less than 3 min in isocratic mode on a reversed phase BEH C18 (100 mm × 2.1 mm; 1.7 µm particle size) column using phosphate buffer of pH 3.7-acetonitrile …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 11–26 Read article
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Development and Characterization of Bottom Ash–Fly Ash–GGBS-Based Geopolymer Composites for Sustainable Applications
Abstract: The growing demand for sustainable construction materials has spotlighted geopolymer concrete (GPC) as an environmentally viable substitute for conventional cement-based systems. This study presents an innovative dual-waste valorization approach, integrating pulverized bottom ash (BA) and ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBS) as binders while replacing sodium silicate (Na₂SiO₃) in the alkaline activator with treated textile effluent. Unlike prior works that focus solely on solid waste incorporation, this research pioneers the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 32–42 Read article
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Study of Evaluating the Feasibility of Banana Stem Fibers and Sugarcane Husk as a Sustainable Additive in Pervious Concrete for Urban Pavements
Abstract: This study explores the integration of eco-friendly materials: banana stem fibers and sugarcane husk, into pervious concrete to enhance its mechanical properties while maintaining high permeability. The research addresses environmental concerns related to agricultural waste disposal and the resource-intensive nature of traditional construction materials. Banana stem fibers, known for their tensile strength and durability, and sugarcane husk, rich in lignin and cellulose, were selected as reinforcements. The fibers were extracted, …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 33–39 Read article
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Two New, Useful and Facile Stability-Indicating UV Spectrophotometric Methods for the Determination of Rosiglitazone in Pharmaceuticals
Abstract: Rosiglitazone (ROS) is an antidiabetic drug belonging to the thiozolidine class. Two simple, rapid, sensitive, accurate and reproducible UV-spectrophotometric methods were developed and subsequently validated for the determination of ROS in bulk and tablet form. The methods are based on the measurement of the absorbance of the drug solution either in 0.1 M NaOH (NaOH method) or in 0.1 M HCl (HCl method) at 316 nm in both instances. The …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 8–19 Read article
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Advancements in Nanostructured Membranes for Gas Separation: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Gas separation is vital in petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and environmental industries, yet traditional methods like distillation and cryogenic separation are energy-intensive and inefficient. Nanostructured membranes present a promising alternative, utilizing nanomaterials such as titanium dioxide, silica, carbon nanotubes, zeolite, and metal-organic frameworks to enhance separation efficiency and selectivity while reducing energy consumption. These membranes fall into various categories: polymeric nanostructured membranes, including mixed matrix and thin-film composites; inorganic membranes, such as …
Published in International Journal of Membranes · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 31–36 Read article
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Recent Advances in Hybrid Polymer–Cement Composites: Interfacial Engineering, Self-Curing Mechanisms, and Microstructural Performance
Abstract: The increasing demand for high-performance polymer-modified cementitious composites has stimulated extensive research into hybrid self-curing composite systems with engineered aggregate phases. Self-curing hybrid polymer–cement composite systems, using recycled aggregates, constitute one of the solutions proposed by researchers to overcome problems related to moisture loss during the curing process, shrinkage, cracking, and the limited amount of natural aggregate available. This critical review provides an overview of recent developments concerning the production, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 1323–1332 Read article
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Review Article on Biomedical Lubricant Hydrogels as Cartilage Substitutes
Abstract: This article underscores the increasing popularity of hydrogel lubricants in the biomedical domain and presents a comprehensive exploration of their potential as substitutes for cartilage. This understanding forms the foundation for the development of hydrogel-based lubricants that are designed to emulate these natural functionalities. Providing detailed insights, this article navigates through cutting-edge bio-inspired architecture techniques tailored to create hydrogels for cartilage. The emphasis is on achieving superior strength through diverse …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 35–48 Read article
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Formulation and Evaluation of Verapamil Solid Dispersion Tablets for Solubility Enhancement
Abstract: This study was mainly designed to solve the drawbacks of conventional verapamil solid dosage form, low bioavailability and limited clinical efficacy, by preparing solid dispersion. Verapamil solid dispersion was developed by kneading method, melt solvent method and co-precipitation method to modify the release and enhance solubility of the drug. The physical state of the dispersed verapamil in the polymer matrix was characterized by differential scanning calorimetry, powder X-ray diffraction, scanning …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 39–54 Read article
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Farmer’s Awareness about Climate Change and Adaptation Practices: A Review
Abstract: AbstractClimate change is a burning issue in the global discussions on agriculture as it affects all other sectors of development. Climate change directly affects agriculture production as this sector is inherently sensitive to climatic conditions and is one of the most vulnerable sectors to the risk and impact of global climate change. Agriculture system responds to changing climate through the process of adaptation. Adaptation to farming practices is largely dependent …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 41–51 Read article
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Cancer Chronicles: An Overview of its Origins, Types, Treatment, and Prevention
Abstract: Cancer is a multifaceted illness characterized by abnormal cell growth and dissemination throughout the body. Its onset usually arises from a mix of genetic mutations and environmental factors. There exist more than 100 distinct forms of cancer, each possessing unique attributes, risk elements, and therapeutic alternatives. Cancer is a pervasive health challenge that knows no boundaries of age, race, or background, continuing to rank among the foremost causes of mortality …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 36–42 Read article
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Development of Starch/Keratin/Chitosan Composite Material as a Substitute for Polystyrene in Food Packaging
Abstract: The increase in awareness of the environmental impact of non-biodegradable waste from food packaging, has seen manufacturers push towards initiating production of eco-friendly packaging materials. This research serves as a step forward in the direction of going green, through the development of a composite material from natural, biodegradable polymers, for use in production of packaging material for fast foods. The composite was prepared from starch and chitosan with chicken feather …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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To Examine of Novel Biosensor Strategies for Analysis of Meals Contaminants and Medical Analytes
Abstract: AbstractGeneral wellbeing standard relies upon the nature of diet items. Aside from valuable constituents, sustenance items additionally contain contaminants that are lethal in nature and can cause contaminations and maladies. Characterizing human presentation to different contaminants like chemicals (urea), biochemical (anti-infection agents), or organic (microorganisms) is a gigantic assignment. Ordinary systems are not equipped for giving high-throughput and touchy location of these contaminants, particularly in milk, water and clinical analysts. …
Published in Recent Trends in Sensor Research & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 31–39 Read article
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Malaria Parasite Detection in Thin Blood Smear Images Using Deep Learning
Abstract: Algorithms in deep neural networks are being used to show the presence of malaria and to estimate the depth of infection by automatically counting individual uninfected and infected RBCs in images of thin blood smears. During the training period, the relationship was tried on a set of 13600 images from several thin blood spreads and experiment was conducted. My dataset is divided into 80% for training and 20% for testing. …
Published in Journal of Artificial Intelligence Research & Advances · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 28–32 Read article
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Comparison of Different Models forthe Remediation of Crude Oil Contaminated Clay and Swampy Soil Environment
Abstract: This research was carried out to compare different mathematical models for the determination of best practice or method for remediation of crude oil contaminated clay and swampy soil environment. The results obtained were utilized to calculate the highest specific rates, the disassociation constant, and the kinetic values in terms of first- and second-order kinetics. The use of the Lineweaver Buck plot was taken into consideration for the different reactors, and …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Latex Modified Concrete for Development of Sustainable Architecture
Abstract: To improve the performance of concrete, latex polymer and fly ash are mixed with concrete. This paper presents the effects of using additive material styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) Latex and Admixture Fly Ash as a partial replacement to cement in mortar mixes. In this research comparison between with or without the replacement of fly ash and polymer is studied for Compressive strength, split tensile strength, flexural strength and ultrasonic pulse velocity …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 39–49 Read article
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Use of library Internet Facilities
Abstract: Libraries have transformed into vibrant centers of digital connectivity and knowledge dissemination in the ever-evolving information technology landscape. Fundamental to this transformation is the unavoidable mix of the Web into library administrations and assets. A new age of accessibility, empowerment, and creativity that is unrestricted by the physical limitations of physical buildings has begun with the usage of the Internet in libraries. Supporters presently have the world readily available, with …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 33–40 Read article
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Comprehensive Overview of Analytical Chemistry: Principles, Techniques, and Method Validation
Abstract: Analytical chemistry constitutes a vital discipline within the realm of scientific inquiry, facilitating the identification and measurement of components present in diverse substances and mixtures. This paper delineates the principles, methodologies, and applications of analytical chemistry, focusing on spectroscopy and chromatography techniques. Spectroscopy, including UV-Visible spectroscopy, elucidates molecular properties by analysing the absorption of electromagnetic radiation, while chromatography enables the separation of compound mixtures based on differential affinities to stationary …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 14–21 Read article
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The Impact of Climate Change on Jute Production in Gaibandha District, Bangladesh
Abstract: Jute plays a crucial role in Bangladesh’s agricultural economy, especially in Gaibandha District, where it is a key crop for rural livelihoods. However, climate change, characterized by rising temperatures and unpredictable rainfall, poses significant threats to jute production. While numerous studies have explored the broader impact of climate change on agriculture, there is a gap in understanding how localized climate conditions specifically affect jute farming in Gaibandha, with many existing …
Published in International Journal of Climate Conditions · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–17 Read article
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A Brief Review on Interfaces of Copper Welded to Different Materials
Abstract: In engineering applications, three metals with high conductivity are primarily used such as copper (Cu), aluminium (Al), and silver (Ag). Each has its unique set of properties that affect specific engineering applications. Infact the choice of conductor depends on a mixture of cost, technical parameters, and environmental conditions. Among these, Copper is widely valued in engineering applications due to its antimicrobial property, excellent electrical (about 100% IACS) and thermal conductivity, …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 23–36 Read article