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Performance and Exergy Loss Analysis for a Single Slope Solar Still Using PMMA
Abstract: A solar still constructed using polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) represents an improved approach to solar desalination, in which conventional materials such as metal or concrete are substituted or reinforced with PMMA- based composites PMMA sheets are often used as the transparent glazing cover of the solar still instead of glass. It allows maximum solar radiation to pass into the basin, heating the saline/brackish water effectively. A tubular solar still made from …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 799–807 Read article
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Bacteria on Salt Water Medium Evaluation: The Conceptual Impacts of Temperature
Abstract: The potential impact of temperature on bacteria on salt water medium for crude oil degradation in an aerated lagoon system was simulated using MATLAB Simulation software. The specific rate of bacteria obtained revealed maximum at temperature of less than 35oC with the order of 90 o C (11 cfu/ml) > 60 o C (40 cfu/ml) > 45 o C (35 cfu/ml) > 30 o C (28 cfu/ml). Most of the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Fire Safety in Healthcare Facilities: An Indian Perspective
Abstract: Fire protection and safety measures in hospitals are of utmost importance to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors. Due to the patients' limited mobility, hospitals are more susceptible to fire disasters. Short-circuits, basements being used as storehouse, inappropriate storage of flammable liquids, improper power supply load, false ceiling panel lined with thermocol, faulty electric wirings, and overheating leading to burning of wires are some of the common causes …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 8–12 Read article
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Integrated, Geospatial Risk Assessment of Air, Water, and Soil Pollution Impacts on Agricultural Sustainability using Advanced Digital Technologies
Abstract: The systemic threat posed by the convergence of air, water, and soil contaminants represents a critical challenge to global agricultural resilience and food security. Traditional, site-specific pollutant monitoring methods are insufficient for capturing the dynamic, diffuse, and often nonlinear nature of environmental risk pathways that permeate agrarian landscapes. This study presents a robust framework for comprehensive risk assessment utilizing a synergistic suite of modern tools designed for spatial, temporal, and …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Noise and Pollution Control · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 28–37 Read article
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Beyond Conventional Purification: India’s Journey in Water Technology and Governance
Abstract: India is facing mounting challenges in water availability and quality due to rapid urbanization, industrial growth, climate change, and population pressure. Over the past decade, significant advances have been made in water treatment technologies, driven by increasing demand, stricter environmental regulations, and the need for sustainable solutions. This review critically examines recent technological innovations in water treatment, including membrane-based filtration, advanced oxidation processes, decentralized systems, and nature-based solutions, with a …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 12–19 Read article
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Evaluation and Study of The chemical Pollution Ratio of Dams Water in Najaf Governorate and The surrounding Environments
Abstract: The importance of water and the urgent need for a clean environment free from pollutants has drawn our attention and focused in this study on estimating and evaluating ionic pollutants of elements (iron, chromium, lead, manganese) in the water of dams in Najaf Governorate and the surrounding areas. The study included four dams, namely ()Al-Mushkhab Dam, Al-Hindiya Dam, Shatt Al-Kufa, and Umm Abbasiyat Dam)( to determine the percentage of pollution …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 Read article
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Study of Hydrophytes in Lakes of Bhadrawati Region, District-Chandrapur, Maharashtra, India
Abstract: Hydrophytes play a crucial role in aquatic ecosystems as good indicators of water pollution. The present survey was carried out from September 2023 to August 2024. During this study period, a total of 25 macrophytes belonging to 4 free-floating species, 7 free-floating suspended submerged species, 05 rooted floating leaves species, 6 rooted submerged species, and 3 rooted emergent species were observed in six lakes (Dhoodhala lake, Lendara lake, Mashanghat [Malhar] …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 16–28 Read article
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Phytoremediation for Remediating Waste Water in Nandanpura Area, Jhansi (U. P.)
Abstract: Water is the most essential commodity in our day to day life. It is unimaginable to survive without water. Access to clean water has emerged as a major issue globally. The Nandanpura area in Jhansi faces significant challenges with wastewater management, impacting both the environment and public health. Contamination of heavy metals such as Zinc, Copper, Cadmium etc have caused a lot of harmful diseases in human beings. In order …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 36–46 Read article
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Effect of Bacteria on Crude Oil Degradation in Loamy and Clay Soil for Water and Ethanol Biostimulant Extraction from Bryophylum pinnatum Leaf
Abstract: The effect of bacteria on crude oil degradation in loamy and clay soil for water and ethanol biostimulant extraction from Bryophylum pinnatum leaf was investigated to ascertain the potential of the bacteria counts in the bioreactors sampled. At the progressive phase, the bacteria counts were more with bioreactors induced with ethanol solvent extract as the volume of the dosage increases compared to the bioreactors induced with the water extract. The …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Investigation of the Solvent Extraction Using Alcohol and Water on Bryophylum pinnatum Leaves for Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon Degradation on Loamy Soil
Abstract: Investigation of the solvent extraction using alcohol and water on Bryophylum pinnatum leaves for total petroleum hydrocarbon degradation on loamy soil was monitored for the purpose of evaluating the Micheal’s Menten functional parameters as well as the coefficients. The maximum specific rate of the total petroleum hydrocarbon (TPH), which was expressed as Vmax and the rate of the dissociation of the TPH, which is denoted as Km was computed in …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Planning and Development Architecture · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Augmented Reality for Irrigation and Soil Moisture Detection
Abstract: Everything starts with water as its fundamental material. Water waste results from overconsumption, and it happens in agricultural areas as well. We suggest augmented reality for soil moisture measurement and irrigation to solve this issue. The farmer may irrigate the field with this idea and save water. Using augmented reality glasses, the soil 's moisture content is identified and visualized. The newest technology in the current world is augmented reality. …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 14–21 Read article
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Evaluation of AGO Adsorption Rate Isotherms Using Adsorbent Formulation of Plantain Agbagba1 and Clay of Different Mix Ratio in Pollutant Remediation in Salt Water
Abstract: The application of some agro-based materials in combination with day soil, for the production of adsorbents were investigated in relationship to their performance in AGO (Diesel) treatment in a batch process unit. The research allows the model concept of Langmuir isotherm, Frundlich isotherm and Temkin Isotherm for the determination of the adsorption rate of the various isotherms with respect to the effect of the particle size and the mixed ratios …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 31–42 Read article
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Selected Heavy Metals Levels (Cu, Cr, Cd, Pb, Fe) in Gwadabawa Lake, Sokoto State, Nigeria
Abstract: The main aim of this work was to determine the concentrations of some heavy metals, specifically Cu, Cd, Pb, Cr and Fe in Gwadabawa lake, Gwadabawa Local Government, Sokoto State using standard methods (atomic absorption spectroscopy) and materials of analytical grade. The results were analyzed. The range of Fe concentration was 0.01 ± 0.001 to 1.37 ± 0.3(ppm), and range of Cu concentration determined was 0.00 to 0.02±0.008(ppm). The range …
Published in International Journal of Minerals · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Historical Development and Potentiality of LED-fluorimeter
Abstract: Pulsed LED-fluorimetry is a highly sensitive, versatile, and well-documented field technique for the direct determination of uranium in water samples at the μgL-1 levels. Pulsed LED-fluorimetry has been utilized to assess uranium in a variety of matrices, including mineralized rocks, ores, beneficiation products, and other matrices, without the need for any kind of separation method. Using the high sensitivity of pulsed LED-fluorimetry, interferences from related and auxiliary elements are removed …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 14–21 Read article
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Double slope Solar Still by using Nano Embedded Binary Eutectic PCM: A Review
Abstract: Solar distillation is an economical and eco-friendly technique. Concerns about the increasing need for clean drinking water for home and commercial uses are spreading around the world. In rural and tiny settlements with limited access to water and electricity, solar water distillation is a viable method for removing salty water from drinking water. The efficiency and performance of thermal energy storage materials based on phase change materials (PCM) and nanofluids …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 29–33 Read article
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Heat Treatment Research Studies of EN9 Carbon Steel by Quenching Operation in Different Quenching Media
Abstract: In this experimental research, EN9 type of steels is selected to process the heat treatment by quenching to increase the hardenability of a material. EN9 steel is cut into small work samples with diameter 25mm and length 15mm to analyze. Then they are polished the cut surface in a fine manner. Microstructure and hardness are to be found for EN9 work pieces before heat treatment at different locations like at …
Published in International Journal of Mechanical Dynamics and Systems Analysis · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–25 Read article
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A Review on Nano-emulsion for Delivery of Anti-cancer Drugs
Abstract: Cancer disease is characterized by abnormal cell growth. Malignant growth treatments have progressed significantly, yet there is a requirement for development in particularity and feeling of dread toward foundational harmfulness. Nanotechnology is the reconciliation of nanoscience into medication by the utilization of nanoparticles. The appearance of nanoscience in disease conclusion and treatment will assist clinicians with better surveying and oversee patients and further develop the medical care framework and administrations …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 7–13 Read article
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Socio-economic Study of Slum to Estimate Vulnerability In Order To Develop Proper Resettlement/Rehabilitation Process.
Abstract: About 900 million people, by the lowest estimations, are currently residing in urban slums. This figure rises to 1.6 billion when informal settlements of various forms are included. This amounts to roughly a quarter of the world's urban population. A sizable portion of India's urban population resides in slums. They encounter substantial barriers when accessing adequate housing and basic amenities (water, sanitation, social facilities, etc.). Government agencies’ attempts to address …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design and Development · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 33–46 Read article