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View article: Wetting the surface: A deep dive into chemistry and applications of surfactants
Wetting the surface: A deep dive into chemistry and applications of surfactants Open
This review article initiates a series of three, focusing on the chemistry and practical applications of surfactants. These compounds play essential roles in wetting, cleaning, emulsifying, dispersing, and exhibiting anti-foaming and foami…
View article: Direct electron transfer chemistry of redox‐active enzymes: applications in biosensor development
Direct electron transfer chemistry of redox‐active enzymes: applications in biosensor development Open
The direct electron transfer (DET) process, which does not require a mediator, is highly advantageous and holds significant potential for application in biosensors. Enzyme‐based biosensors are simple, cost‐efficient, and easy to use. This …
View article: Eco-Friendly Mechanochemical Fabrication of Polypyrrole/Ag-ZnO Heterostructures for Enhanced Photocatalytic Degradation of Methyl Orange
Eco-Friendly Mechanochemical Fabrication of Polypyrrole/Ag-ZnO Heterostructures for Enhanced Photocatalytic Degradation of Methyl Orange Open
A Ppy/Ag-ZnO catalyst was successfully synthesized at room temperature using a novel, green methodology. It involves a mechanically assisted metathesis reaction. The Ppy/Ag-ZnO catalyst was analyzed via X-ray diffraction Technique (XRD), T…
View article: One-step phytosynthesis of Co3O4 nanoparticles and study of their catalytic, antioxidant, antibiofilm and antibacterial activities
One-step phytosynthesis of Co3O4 nanoparticles and study of their catalytic, antioxidant, antibiofilm and antibacterial activities Open
Co3O4 nanoparticles (NPs) were synthesized using Citrus lemon leaf extract, a novel green method. The synthesized NPs were extensively characterized using FTIR, UV-VIS, XRD, and SEM techniques, confirming their synthesis and properties. Th…
View article: A review article on the photocatalytic degradation of atrazine by potential catalysts
A review article on the photocatalytic degradation of atrazine by potential catalysts Open
Atrazine, a persistent herbicide with endocrine-disrupting properties, poses significant environmental and health risks. Its widespread use and persistence in aquatic ecosystems necessitate effective remediation strategies. Photocatalytic …
View article: Efficient CeO2/NiO/GO nanocomposites for the detection of toxic carbofuran pesticide in real samples
Efficient CeO2/NiO/GO nanocomposites for the detection of toxic carbofuran pesticide in real samples Open
This study focuses on the fabrication of a novel electrochemical sensor for ultrasensitive detection of carbofuran, a commonly used carbamate herbicide known for its neurotoxic effects at low doses. A CeO2/NiO/GO nanocomposite was develope…
View article: Synergistic Effect of NiAl-Layered Double Hydroxide and Cu-MOF for the Enhanced Photocatalytic Degradation of Methyl Orange and Antibacterial Properties
Synergistic Effect of NiAl-Layered Double Hydroxide and Cu-MOF for the Enhanced Photocatalytic Degradation of Methyl Orange and Antibacterial Properties Open
This study synthesized NiAl-layered double hydroxide (LDH)/Cu-MOF photocatalyst using a simple impregnation method involving NiAl-LDH and Cu-MOF. The successful synthesis was confirmed through Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR)…
View article: Synthesis, Magnetic, and Photocatalytic Activity of Polypyrrole-Based TiO2–Fe Catalyst for Wastewater Treatment
Synthesis, Magnetic, and Photocatalytic Activity of Polypyrrole-Based TiO2–Fe Catalyst for Wastewater Treatment Open
The primary aim of this study is to investigate the degradation efficacy of the Ppy/TiO2-Fe photocatalyst for MB dye in an aqueous solution. Firstly, the direct addition of TiO2 and Fe was done to prepare Ppy/TiO2-Fe photocatalyst. Fourier…
View article: Improving the growth of pea plant by biochar–polyacrylamide association to cope with heavy metal stress under sewage water application in a greenhouse
Improving the growth of pea plant by biochar–polyacrylamide association to cope with heavy metal stress under sewage water application in a greenhouse Open
Sewage water is extensively used for irrigation, serving as a valuable resource for plant growth to enhance agricultural productivity. However, this practice also results in a significant accumulation of heavy metals in the soil, posing po…
View article: Novel Starch-Modified NiCrMn-LDH-Based Composite for Photocatalytic Degradation of Reactive Orange 13
Novel Starch-Modified NiCrMn-LDH-Based Composite for Photocatalytic Degradation of Reactive Orange 13 Open
Water pollution has become a great challenge today. To address this problem regarding wastewater treatment by removing toxic synthetic dyes from wastewater, this research focused on the synthesis of a novel starch-modified NiCrMn-layered d…
View article: Development of Electrochemical and Colorimetric Biosensors for Detection of Dopamine
Development of Electrochemical and Colorimetric Biosensors for Detection of Dopamine Open
Neurotransmitters are essential chemical messengers required for proper brain function, and any changes in their concentrations can lead to neuronal diseases. Therefore, sensitive and selective detection is crucial. This study presents a f…
View article: Recent trends of titania (TiO2) based materials: A review on synthetic approaches and potential applications
Recent trends of titania (TiO2) based materials: A review on synthetic approaches and potential applications Open
In modern research, nanotechnology is of great interest having certain advantageous and enormous applications in various fields. Among different metal oxides, titanium dioxide (Titania) stands out among metal oxides due to its advantageous…
View article: Removal of Eriochrome black-T from wastewater by utilizing the commercial DF-120 anion exchange membrane
Removal of Eriochrome black-T from wastewater by utilizing the commercial DF-120 anion exchange membrane Open
This work describes the batch adsorption of Eriochrome black-T (EBT) an anionic dye onto the DF-120 commercial anion exchange membrane (AEM) from wastewater at 25 °C. The effect membrane dosage, temperature, ionic strength, contact time, p…
View article: Adsorption of Eosin B from Wastewater onto the Prepared Porous Anion Exchange Membrane
Adsorption of Eosin B from Wastewater onto the Prepared Porous Anion Exchange Membrane Open
This research describes the fabrication of the porous trimethylamine (TMA)-grafted anion exchange membrane (AEM) over a phase inversion process. The synthesis of the generated AEM was verified using Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectr…
View article: Utilization of leaves powder of Grewia asiatica (falsa) as an efficient bioadsorbent for the removal of Congo red from an aqueous solution
Utilization of leaves powder of Grewia asiatica (falsa) as an efficient bioadsorbent for the removal of Congo red from an aqueous solution Open
This research reports batch adsorption of Congo red (CR) dye from an aqueous solution onto leaves powder of Grewia asiatica (GA) at 25 °C. The influence of operational parameters on the percentage removal of CR was evaluated in detail. The…
View article: Utilization of palm leaves powder for removal of Rhodamine-B from an aqueous solution
Utilization of palm leaves powder for removal of Rhodamine-B from an aqueous solution Open
In this research, adsorption of Rhodamine-B (RhB) from an aqueous solution onto palm leaves powder at room temperature was reported. The adsorption capacity of palm leaves powder was increased with initial concentration of RhB, and contact…
View article: Tailoring Vanadium-Based Magnetic Catalyst by In Situ Encapsulation of Tungsten Disulfide and Applications in Abatement of Multiple Pollutants
Tailoring Vanadium-Based Magnetic Catalyst by In Situ Encapsulation of Tungsten Disulfide and Applications in Abatement of Multiple Pollutants Open
A magnetic nanocomposite of tungsten and vanadium was employed as a catalyst for the mitigation of water contaminants, including a carcinogenic dye (Congo red, CR), a widely used pesticide (glyphosate), and the bacterial strain Escherichia…
View article: Design and usage of NiO/g-C3N4/CNTs/TiO2 based nanocomposites as improved supercapacitor for energy storage devices
Design and usage of NiO/g-C3N4/CNTs/TiO2 based nanocomposites as improved supercapacitor for energy storage devices Open
Scientists have been concentrating on storing and converting energy resources in significant scenarios as the entire globe is currently experiencing an extreme energy shortage issue owing to a variety of factors. Supercapacitors and other …
View article: Visible Light Photodegradation of Glyphosate and Methylene Blue using Defect-Modified Graphitic Carbon Nitride Decorated with Ag/TiO2
Visible Light Photodegradation of Glyphosate and Methylene Blue using Defect-Modified Graphitic Carbon Nitride Decorated with Ag/TiO2 Open
The presence of various organic pollutants in surface and ground waters has raised serious environmental threats across the world. In the present work, the solvothermal process was applied to prepare a ternary composite of barium defect-mo…
View article: Assessment of Pesticide Toxicity in Selected Pakistani Fruits
Assessment of Pesticide Toxicity in Selected Pakistani Fruits Open
Persistent organic pollutants and heavy metals are damaging the environment. Crops and fields are destroyed by the seepage of heavy metals from untreated industrial waste. The burning and incineration of a variety of items also contributes…
View article: Multipollutant Abatement through Visible Photocatalytic System
Multipollutant Abatement through Visible Photocatalytic System Open
Water pollution damages the aquatic environment due to the presence of organic contaminants, which in turn is distressing to the ecosystem. Photocatalytic activity is a greener and promising method to degrade these organic contaminants. In…
View article: Applying Chitin Enhanced Diafiltration Process (CEFP) in Removing Cobalt from Synthetic Wastewater
Applying Chitin Enhanced Diafiltration Process (CEFP) in Removing Cobalt from Synthetic Wastewater Open
This research aims to study the removal of Cobalt (Co) using chitin. The optimum conditions for removing Co were ascertained through batch experiments. This study involves the determination of chitin metal-binding efficiency by using a pol…