Volume 35, Number 4
Volume 35, Number 4
Electronic Structure and Spectral Study of Some Five Coordinate Complexes of Copper (II)
Introduction The well known story of blue proteins which have been extensively explored due to their involvement in oxygen and electron transfer in physiological reactions, is well documented 1-2. Metal ions are electron deficient...
Read MoreOne-Step Synthesis of Anisotropic Gold Nanoparticles with the Aid Extract from Wuluh Starfruit (Averrhoa Bilimbi) Fruit as Reducing and Morphology Controlling Agent
Introduction Metal nanoparticles exhibit superior properties like optical, mechanical, and chemical reactivity, hence they could be potential in many fields, including pharmacy, biology, medical, agricultural, physics and environment. Many reports prove that gold and...
Read MoreStudy of Heavy Metals Concentration in Sewage Water of Different Areas Around Bikaner City
Introduction The lack of quality freshwater resources, many countries in the arid and semi-arid regions use marginal quality water for irrigation. The sewage water is being used for irrigation because it is very rich...
Read MoreAntioxidant Activity of the Sea Grape (Caulerpa Racemasa) as a Lotion
Introduction One of the seaweed type in Indonesia that is quite promising is Caulerpa racemosa or sea grape. Caulerpa racemosa production is 10.3 million tons per year and increases every year.1 This species in...
Read MoreAnalgesic and Anxiolytic Activities of Achillea Biebersteinii: Evidence for the Involvement of GABAergic Systems
Introduction Disorders of depression and anxiety are considered the most common psychiatric and behavioral problems.1 World Health Organization (WHO) reports show that the number of people suffering from anxiety disorders worldwide reaches 400 million.2...
Read MoreMicro-Nutrient Contents of Some Fresh Water Fish Species of Manipur, India
Introduction Fish has been an important food item of the people of this region since time immemorial. Fish meat has received increased attention as a potential source of animal protein and essential nutrients for...
Read MoreThe Activity of D-Limonene from Sweet Orange Peel (Citrus Sinensis L.) Exctract as a Natural Insecticide Controller of Bedbugs (Cimex cimicidae)
Introduction Bedbug (Cimex cimicidae) is a human blood-sucking extoparasite found in subtropical and tropical countries. The problem of bedbugs found in many homes, theaters, and hotels in the late 1970s. The bedbugs were controlled...
Read MoreThe use of Silica Supported Nickel-Copper Oxide Catalyst for Photodegradation of Methylene Blue
Introduction Textile industry is one of the fastest growing industries in Indonesia.1 The rapid development of the textile industry poses a problem for the environment, especially the problem caused by textile dyeing liquid waste....
Read MoreSynthesis of Magnesium Silicate Hydrate as an Adsorbent for Different Dyes
Introduction Dyes are usually applied to materials to provide desired colors. They are widely employed in different industries e.g., pharmaceutical, food, cosmetics, plastics, photographic, paper industries, among others.1 Dyes can be adhered to a...
Read MoreIn Vivo Hypoglycemic Activities of Male and Female Antidesma Bunius (L.) Spreng. in Alloxan-Induced Diabetic Mice
Introduction Diabetes mellitus is a complex chronic condition that occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produces. Hyperglycemia is a common symptom...
Read MorePreparation of Benzimidazole Based Coumarin Derivatives as Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Agents
Introduction Antimicrobial resistance is a worldwide concern of the present time.1 This problem is further supported by the emergence of newer microbial diseases.2 Antioxidants are reported to limit the development of countless diseases like...
Read MoreEffect of Different Solvent and Ratio Towards Microalgae Oil Production by Ultrasonic Assisted Soxhlet Extraction Techniques
Introduction The world energy crisis and increased greenhouse gas emissions have driven the search for alternative and environmentally friendly renewable energy sources.1 The importance for identification of potential renewable source for sustainable energy production...
Read MoreUltrasound Synthesis of Benzimidazolo-1,3,5-Triazine Derivatives and Their Anti-Histamine and Anti-Diabetic Activities
Introduction Heterocyclic compounds are to be the important family of organic compounds used in the drug discovery process. They have been tremendously used in many fields of science, such as medicinal, pharmaceutical chemistry and...
Read MoreSynthesis, Characterization and Evaluate the Biological Activity of Novel Heterocyclic Derivatives from Azomethine Compounds
Introductıon Azomethine compounds are the compounds containing (-HC=N-) group, the best and easiest method of azomethine synthesis is the condensation reaction between the carbonyl group (C=O) of ketones or aldehydes and the amino group...
Read MorePerformance of UASB Post Treatment Technologies for Sewage Treatment in Surat City
Introduction In recent years, the direct treatment of domestic sewage by Upflow Anaerobic Sludge Blanket (UASB) process is proven as undoubtedly an attractive and appropriate option for developing countries like India, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico,...
Read MoreEstimation of Water-Soluble Vitamin B-Complex in Selected Leafy and Non-Leafy Vegetables by HPLC Method
Introduction Vitamins play a significant role in our health; even though they only make up a small portion of the ingested food.1 Vitamins are classified as fat-soluble vitamins and water-soluble vitamins.2 Water‐soluble vitamins include vitamin B...
Read MoreTerms of use of Surface Active Substances (SAS) To Receive Quality Galvanic Coatings of Zinc
Introduction In world practice, zinc metal coatings obtained by electrolytic methods are widely used to protect products from corrosion. The nomenclature and volume of products protected from corrosion are very wide. This is explained...
Read MoreStudies of the Biochemical Effects of Arsenic Content of Carbide Induced Ripe Banana Fruit in the Rat
Introduction In order to hasten the ripening of fruits in developing countries like Nigeria, Cameroon, Ghana, Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan, chemical substances are added.4 One of such substance is calcium carbide (CaC2), also known...
Read MoreQuantitative Identification of Muscle Tissue by Means of Biomarker Peptides by Using Method of Multiple Reaction Monitoring
Introduction In our days, the control of components of finished products is part of food quality assessment. The most difficult task is to determine the amount of the muscle-proteins in meat products with plural...
Read MoreSynthesis and Antimicrobial Activity of New Derivatives of Angular Polycyclic Phenoxazine Ring System
Introduction The continuous interest in functionalization of phenoxazine ring system has been attributed to the versatile and broad applications of the phenoxazines1 especially as dyes2 and drugs3. For example, Grzelakowska et al. synthesized several benzo[a]phenoxazine dyes containing...
Read MoreBiochemical Changes During Withering Process of CTC Black Tea Manufacture
Introduction Tea (Camellia sps.), a non-alcoholic beverage is consumed world-wide from dawn to dusk, next to water, the “Adam’s” wine. Classically, tea plants were classified in to two major taxa, i.e., small leaved “China”...
Read MoreBioethanol from Guinea Grass (Panicum Maximum) and Ragi Tempeh as Fermentation Starter using Bioreactor and Shaker
Introduction Nowadays, the fossil fuel depletion issue triggered the finding of research of alternative fuel source. Bioethanol rises as second-generation biofuel and as replacement of petrol, it can blend with diesel with different proportion...
Read MoreMethods for Determining the Solubility Parameter of Additives for Lubricating Oils
Introduction In order to be used to improve the viscosity index, mineral oils must be good solvents for the polymers to be used. If the oil is a good solvent for the polymer, the...
Read MoreHeavy Metal Pollution and Mobility in Soils within a Landfill Vicinity: A South African case study
Introduction Soils are imperative environmental components that support food production, crucial ecosystem services, recycling of essential nutrients and influence human well-being.1-2 Despite this significance, knowledge on the contaminants that occur in soils through anthropogenic or...
Read MoreAn Investigation of Ultrasonic Velocity and Allied Parameters of Terbium Octanoate in Binary Organic Solvent
Introduction Ultrasonic velocity technique was comprehensively used to approximate the thermodynamic behavior and predict the intermolecular interactions of soaps in different solvents systems.1,2 The ultrasound velocity is a very useful method, with which a...
Read MoreBioremediation of Phenolic Waters using the Microalgae Chlamydomonas Reinhardtii
Introduction The quality of water sources in recent years has been under anthropogenic pressure due to population growth and industrialization, which has brought with it effluents contaminated with pollutants, being phenol one of the...
Read MoreEffect of Ultrasonic Pretreatment on Biogas Production from Rice Straw
Introduction A depletion in fossil fuel resources and an increased awareness of their adverse impact on the climate trigger an extensive attention for exploring and enhancing the use of renewable energy sources. Rice straw...
Read MoreWater Quality and Heavy Metals Distribution in Surface Water of the Kelantan River Basin (Malaysia)
Introduction The Kelantan River basin is situated in the Kelantan state, facing the South China Sea, on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia. This river is the second largest river in Peninsular Malaysia, covering...
Read MoreSynthesis of Fluoroquinolones Derivatives as Antimicrobial Agents
Introduction Anti-infective agents played a major role in saving human lives. Among these agents are the fluoroquinolones class, which had risen to be highly appreciated, especially if there was microbial resistance against penicillin and...
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