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Facile Fabrication and Characterization of Novel Sterculia Gum–graft-poly(n-isopropylacrylamide-co-acrylamide) Hydrogel for Efficient Removal of Cationic Dyes from Aqueous Solution
Abstract: Water is indispensable component of life. Contamination of water is a severe problem that affects human health, aquatic vegetation, and fauna. Aside from various effluents, a variety of cationic dyes generated by industrial effluents contributes significantly to water contamination. In this study, a sterculia gum graft-poly(n-isopropylacrylamide-co-acrylamide) hydrogel was made using a graft copolymerization technique with N,N′-methylene-bis-acrylamide as a crosslinker, ammonium persulphate as an initiator, and tetramethylethylenediamine as an accelerator to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 29–59 Read article
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On a Generalization of Gumbel-Uniform Distribution
Abstract: In this paper, we introduce a generalization of Gumbel-Uniform distribution namely Marshall-Olkin Gumbel Uniform distribution and its properties are studied in detail. The expressions for survival function, quantile function, hazard function, etc. are derived and the shape properties are explored. The parameters are estimated using maximum likelihood estimation method. The new model is applied to a real data set on breaking stress of carbon fibres and it is established that …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Statistics · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 21–26 Read article
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Development and Characterization of Ondansetron containing Chewing Gum Formulations for Preventing Vomiting and Motion Sickness
Abstract: AbstractChewing gums are portable drug delivery devices that can deliver medications via the buccal route for either local or systemic absorption. Without water, it can be administered discretely. Antiemetic medication is combined with the gum base in medicated chewing gums, which are chewed rather than ingested. These formulations contain Ondansetron, Polyvinyl alcohol, Carboxymethyl agorase, Peppermint oil, Polyethylene glycol (PEG-400), Calcium carbonate, Synthetic gum base, Propyl paraben, and Ascorbic acid. The …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 15–28 Read article
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Chewable Healthcare: The Rising Impact of Gummy Supplements in Modern Medicine
Abstract: Gummy supplements, a chewable dosage form historically associated with pediatric vitamin products, are increasingly recognized as a versatile platform for delivering a wide range of nutraceutical and pharmaceutical agents. Their consumer appeal lies in their palatability, convenience, and the ability to overcome swallowing difficulties—a significant barrier to adherence in multiple patient populations. Recent advances in formulation science have expanded the potential of gummy supplements beyond basic vitamin delivery to include …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 52–68 Read article
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Thin Film Gum Arabic Doping byPotassium BromideSolar Cells
Abstract: Three solar cell were made using Gum Arabic treated with potassium bromide with three types of dyes (Saffron dye, Henna dye and Blue 8GX dye) by using Spin Coating. Powder of gum Arabic and amount of potassium bromide was made by heated in temperature 100OC firstly, and using USB 2000 spectrometer device to calculated optical energy band gap of Gum Arabic before and after doping It was found to be …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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STRENGTH AND COMPRESSIBILITY BEHAVIOURS OF EXPANSIVE SOIL TREATED WITH COFFEE HUSK ASH AND XANTHAN GUM
Abstract: The strength of the sub-grade, the caliber of the subbase and base course, the surrounding conditions, and the characteries of the soil utilized are some of the variables that might impact how long a road lasts. Because expansive soil swells and shrinks in response to variation in moisture content, roads constructed on it are especially vulnerable to early deterioration. Buildings with black cotton soils have experienced different settlement due to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 80–90 Read article
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Fully Interpenetrating Polymer Network from Natural Rubber and Guar Gum
Abstract: Fully interpenetrating polymer network (IPN) based on natural rubber (NR) and guar gum (GG) was prepared by using glutaraldehyde as a common crosslinking agent. As both the polymers are naturally occurring and the resulting IPN material can be termed as a green polymeric material. The solvent resistance properties of these samples were investigated by equilibrium swelling method using benzene as a solvent. Benzene was used as the penetrant for the …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 18–21 Read article
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Effect of Sodium Fluoride and Cellulose Gum Toothpaste over Regular SLA Toothpaste in Reducing Xerostomia-A Retrospective Cohort Study
Abstract: Our aim is to study the effect of mildly flavoured sodium fluoride 0.2% and cellulose gum on patient suffering from chronic xerostomia in comparison to effect of general sodium Laurel sulphate containing toothpaste on same condition patient. A controlled study population was used for the investigation. The baseline for this study is to estimate the risk of developing xerostomia or worsening of the condition in patient already suffering from xerostomia …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 22–24 Read article
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A Quasi Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Chewing Gum on the Bowel Motility among the Patients after Abdominal Surgery in Selected Hospital of New Delhi
Abstract: A quasi experimental study to assess the effectiveness of chewing gum on the bowel motility was conducted on the patients after abdominal surgery in selected hospital of New Delhi. The objectives of the study were to (i) To assess the bowel motility of patients after abdominal surgery in the experimental and control group (ii) To compare the bowel motility of patients after abdominal surgery in the experimental and control group …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Characterization of Tabletting Properties of Mango Gum
Abstract: The aim of the study is to elucidate the physical, thermal, sorption, and functional properties of a mango gum obtained from the stem of Mangifera indica were characterized viz. elemental analysis, Fourier transmittance infrared, particle size analysis, thermogravimetric analysis, differential scanning colorimetry, scanning electron microscopy, and X-ray powder diffraction. Mango gum had a glass transition temperature (Tg) and melting peak of 90 and 318.795°C, respectively. This material showed a 14.59% …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 22–30 Read article
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Analyzing Flood Return Levels Using the Gumbel Distribution in Niamey, Niger
Abstract: Floods are among the most severe natural disasters, capable of causing significant damage to both the environment and society. This research utilizes the Gumbel distribution to analyze flood return levels by examining historical data from Niamey, Niger. The study focuses on river heights, flow rates, and precipitation patterns to understand the dynamics of flooding in the region. By analyzing these parameters, the research aims to identify severe weather trends and …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Physical and Optical Properties of Gum Arabic Sugar doped
Abstract: In this paper a different amount of sugar (0.1, 0.2, 0.3grams) were added to four types of Gum Arabic, namely (hashab, talha, cacamot and neem), then carefully, thoughtfully and thoroughly their physical properties were studied using Ultraviolet-Visible Spectroscopy (UV-Vis) and Fourier Transformation Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) devices; referring to the experimental implications, it had been observed and monitored that, the value of energy gap was increasing accordingly, to doping affectedness, and …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 38–50 Read article
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In-Vitro Evaluation of Extended Release Atorvastatin Tablets by using Natural Gums
Abstract: The present research is the formulation of extended-release tablets Atorvastatin is used as a hypoglycemic agent; it is HMG CoA Reductase inhibitor. All the formulation were prepared with using different grades of xanthan gum, guar gum, sodium alginate, then all the formulations were subjected to pre-compression and post-compression parameters such as angle of repose, bulk density, tapped density, Carr’s index, Hausner's ratio, weight variation, thickness, hardness, friability and drug content. …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 55–62 Read article
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Application of Natural and Synthetic Polymer-Based Disintegrants in the Design of Fast Dissolving Cefuroxime Axetil Tablet Composites
Abstract: The current paper examines how natural and synthetic polymer-based disintegrants can be used to design fast-soluble types of tablet composites. A model drug was chosen and tablets were prepared by the direct compression method using different polymeric excipients, such as guar gum, locust bean gum, sodium starch glycolate (SSG) and cross povidone. Eight formulations were prepared and tested on the basis of critical material and performance characteristics including thickness, hardness, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1348–1360 Read article
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Adsorption of Methylene Blue Dye from Aqueous Solution Using Polyaniline/Xanthan Gum Nanocomposite: Kinetic and Isotherm Studies
Abstract: ABSTRACTIn the present study, adsorptive properties of polyaniline/xanthan gum nanocomposite were investigated for methylene blue (MB) dye in aqueous solution. The effects of different parameters, namely adsorption time, adsorbent dose, pH and initial dye concentration were on dye adsorption were investigated. The results revealed that a rise se in pH lead to a significant increase in adsorption efficiency. Optimum adsorption time and nanocomposite dose were obtained 60 min and 0.075 …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 17–26 Read article
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Study of the Effect of Saline Solution on the Extraction of the Acacia Gum Active Coagulant for Textile Wastewater Treatment
Abstract: The use of synthetic coagulants is not regarded as suitable due to health and economic considerations. A new coagulant obtained through polymerization of acacia gum extract has been characterized in the removal of dangerous dye pollutants. The present study was aimed to investigate the effects of acacia gum as coagulant in treatment of textile wastewater. The coagulant prepared was employed for the removal of sludge at the different doses. The …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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The Clinical Study on Conservative Therapy of Pediatric Intussusception: Caudal Block Improves the Success Rate
Abstract: Intestinal intussusception is one of diseases in which pediatric patient complain of acute abdominal pain and its morbidity is high. Therefore, it is necessary to diagnose and treat it swiftly but there are several difficulties for its treatment. Recently, there are many study and success for researching diagnosis and treatment of acute abdominal pain. Etiology and pathophysiology of intussusception are revealed so that noninvasive treatment is applied in clinical field. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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Academic Performance and Its Associated Factors Among Pawe Health Science College Students in Benishangul-Gumuz Regional State, North-West Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: Academic performance can be defined as the degree to which a teacher, an institution, or a student meets short-term or long-term learning objectives. Continuous assessments and the student’s overall cumulative grade point average (CGPA) are typically used to measure academic achievement. Objectives: To assess academic performance and its associated factors among students, in the case of Pawi Health Science College, Benishangul-Gumuz Regional State, North-West Ethiopia, 2025. Methods: An institution-based …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 24–35 Read article
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Analysis of the Intrinsic Viscosity Behavior in Polymer Mixtures of Stud Plant Mucilage (Dicerocaryum zanguebarium) with Carboxymethyl Cellulose and Guar Gum: Synergism at Infinite Dilution
Abstract: Compatibility studies of the stud plant mucilage (SpM) with guar gum (GG) and carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) were elucidated using the following parameters: viscous synergy ( ), interaction index ( ) and enhancement index ( . These parameters were derived from the intrinsic viscosity ( ) obtained from the binary system of SpM–CMC and SpM–GG, measured at 0.05 g/dl. The effects of salt (NaCl) on the binary systems were also investigated …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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The Study on Adaptability, Growth Performance and Reproductive Biology of Common Carp (Cyprinus carpio Linnaeus, 1758) Stocked in Reservoirs of Gumer District, Guraghe Zone, SNNPRS, Ethiopia
Abstract: Understanding the adaptability, growth performance and reproductive biology is very important for the proper utilization of fish species and their sustainable production. This study aimed to establish the first information on the adaptability, growth condition and some reproductive biology of common carp (Cyprinus carpio Linnaeus, 1758) stocked in Stocked in Reservoirs of Gumer District (Arekit, Yaboba and Dewashe), Guraghe Zone, SNNPRS (Ethiopia) for designing an appropriate management methods. Fish specimens …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 1–9 Read article