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Adsorption-desorption of doxycycline using pyrophosphoric acid-modified biochar derived from sesame stalk

by Murtaza Ghulam Usman Muhammad Javied Sabiha Algarni Tahani saad Al-Mohaimeed AmalM Ahmad Shabir Iqbal Javed Gurbanova Lala Iqbal Rashid

Circular Economy and Bioeconomy

The knowledge of the adsorption-desorption behavior of doxycycline on pyrophosphoric acid modified biochar derived from sesame is limited. In this study, we examined the doxycycline sorption on pyrophosphoric acid modified-sesame stalk biochar. The isotherm and kinetic sorption data showed...

Hazardous waste Adsorption

Natural Pigment Based Dye Sensitized Solar Cells: Photovoltaic Studies: A sustainable energy solution

by Ranwa Kanchan Khakhal Hukma Ram Kharkwal Deeksha Vyas Shweta Ejaz Rabia Abid Islem Rizwana Humaira Aghayeva Saltanat Iqbal Rashid

Sustainable Energy

The present research work is carried out on fabrication of natural pigment-based dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) utilizing Lemon leaves and Onion peels extracted dyes as natural photosensitizers. The absorption spectra analysis shows the major peaks for onion peel at 370 nm and 475 nm and 664 nm...

Enhancing Soil Quality and Maize Yield with the Combination of Acacia-Biochar, NPK Fertilizer and Compost

by Murtaza Ghulam Usman Muhammad Iqbal Javed Yasin Ghulam Akram M. Irfan Binobead Manal Abdulaziz Ali M Ajmal Mammadov Ayaz Iqbal Rashid

Circular Economy and Bioeconomy

Pakistan's agricultural soils exhibit a high tendency for leaching, low quantities of organic matter, and minimal microbial activity. The situation is aggravated by human activities such as bush burning, mining, sand extraction, and ongoing conventional methods of farming. These methods, together...

Biochar compost +3 more

Chlorophyll-Enriched Chitosan-CuO-ZnO Nanoparticles for Antimicrobial Activities

by Khan Muhammad Junaid Saeed Saba Draz Umar Abid Muhammad Ejaz Rabia Aghayeva Saltanat Almutairi Saeedah Musaed Talha Najd Talha Bin Iqbal Rashid

Environmental management and policy

Chitosan-doped copper oxide and zinc oxide nanoparticles (CuO-CS-ZnO NPs) were prepared utilizing sol-gel synthesis route. Chlorophyll was added in the process of making NPs to enhance the effects of these NPs. The prepared NPs were thoroughly analyzed using advanced techniques including X-ray...

Amelioration of drought stress in wheat by using plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria and biogas slurry

by Saleem A. Raza M.A.S Khan I.H. Tahir M.A. Iqbal R. Aslam M.U. Ejaz Z. Ditta A. AlMunqedhi B.M. Al Farraj D.A.

Hydrology and Water Resources Management

Drought stress has a significant impact on cereal-based staple food production, particularly in developing countries like Pakistan. To ensure a sustainable and reliable food supply, it is essential to develop comprehensive production plans that incorporate various approaches to mitigate the effects...

PGPR drought +4 more