Fode, Tsion Amsalu; Jande, Yusufu Abeid Chande; Kivevele, Thomas(Case Studies in Construction Materials, 2024-07)
Bentonite is a natural pozzolanic material mostly composed of SiO2 and employed in cementing materials for the reduction of cement consumption and CO2 emission besides improving performance of cement composite material by ...
Construction industries are rapidly growing, sacking high amounts of concrete which has a highly dense microstructure with excellent mechanical properties, more durable, and highly eco-friendly materials. Hence, many of ...
Offia-Kalu, Nkechi Elizabeth; Nwanonenyi, Simeon Chukwudozie; Abdulhakeem, Bello; Dzade, Nelson Yaw; Onwalu, Peter Azikiwe(2024-03)
Hydrogels are a new class of electrolytic materials employed in zinc-air batteries due to their significant on the battery's performance. However, the effectiveness of electrolytic hydrogel is affected by factors such as ...
Composite electrode materials for removing paraquat from contaminated water were synthesized by loading aluminium oxide (Al2O3) onto activated carbon (AC) via co-precipitation method. The composite properties were investigated ...
Capacitive deionization (CDI) is an emerging technique for water treatment and electroadsorption processes (i.e., brackish water desalination). Various numerical modeling methods have been developed to predict and optimize ...
Capacitive deionization (CDI) has shown potential in addressing freshwater scarcity. CDI's electrode design is a key to better performance as it determines the extent of water purification. For carbon electrodes, the pore ...
Park, Sanghun; Yoon, Nakyung; Tarus, Bethwel Kipchirchir; Choi, Byeongwook; Kim, Hoo Hugo; Kim, Hoo Hugo; Son, Moon(Journal of Power Sources, 2023-05-19)
The use of renewable energy for power generation is increasing rapidly. However, residual electricity supplied in excess of demand is a global concern. To effectively utilize excess power, storing surplus renewable energy ...
Kariim, Ishaq; Swai, Hulda; Kivevele, Thomas(International Journal of Energy Research, 2023-12-27)
Due to population explosion and industrialization, waste biomass and polymer conversion into biofuel has attracted the interest of researchers. The application of the ZSM-5 catalyst for bio-oil upgrading into renewable ...
The challenges associated with photocatalysts including their agglomeration, electron–hole recombination and limited optoelectronic reactivity to visible light during the photocatalysis of dye-laden effluent make it necessary ...
Oyetade, Joshua Akinropo; Hilonga, Askwar; Machunda, Revocatus Lazaro(Aqua Water Infrastructure, Ecosystems and Society, 2023-05-17)
Effluents resulting from the frequent use of industrial azo dyes in textile operations have posed great toxicological impacts on man and the environment. The limitations of conventional treatment infrastructure necessitate ...
Multi-parameter effect consideration during metakaolin conversion gives the best optimum processing conditions. Kaolin deposits have different properties, which makes it vital to establish optimum conditions for a distinctive ...
Magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) are a group of nanoparticles made from a magnetic material such as iron, chromium, manganese, cobalt or nickel and a chemical component that exhibit superparamagnetic properties. They have a ...
The loss of highly sought-after metals such as gold, silver, and platinum during extraction processes not only constitutes a significant waste of valuable resources but also contributes to alarming environmental pollution. ...
Gomez, Rogia SA; Mbaga, Said H(Journal of Animal Health and Production, 2024-01-08)
Understanding the current performance of the broiler sub-sector in terms of production and finance is crucial for developing and implementing effective plans to enhance and improve it. Hence, the objective of this study ...
Tsetse flies are major arthropod vectors of trypanosomes that cause debilitating African animal trypanosomiasis. The emergence of drug-resistant trypanosomes is a common problem in sub-Saharan Africa. This study aimed to ...
Okello, Ivy; Mafie, Eliakunda; Nzalawahe, Jahashi; Eastwood, Gillian; Mboera, Leonard E. G.; Hakizimana, Jean Nepomuscene; Ogola, Kennedy(Acta Parasitologica, 2022-11-28)
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African animal trypanosomiasis (AAT) is a disease affecting livestock in sub-Saharan Africa. The use of trypanocidal agents is common practice to control AAT. This study aimed to identify drug-resistant ...
Efficient use of rich natural resources notably land, is one of the most important indicators of economic progress. The unmatched population growth with production has triggered increased demand for food. Nations have ...
Maize (Zea mays L.) is a staple food for many households in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) and also contributes to the gross domestic product (GDP). However, the maize yields reported in most SSA countries are very low and this ...
The potato crop is prone to infection by an estimated 50 different categories of pests and diseases whose causal agents are either viruses, bacteria, nematodes, insects, or fungi (Hussain and Singh, 2016; Jansson and Raman, ...
Soil ecosystems comprise rich mixtures of diverse micro-organisms, crop debris, and organic matter; all of which cumulatively play a pivotal role in crop growth, health, and productivity. In particular, plant performance ...