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Electronic and fourier transform infrared spectroscopic characterization of dicomponent antimalarial drugs sold in Nigeria drug stores
(Research Journal of Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms and Technology, 2015)Dicomponent antimalarial drugs were purchased from different drug stores in Nigeria. The electronic and vibrational spectra characterization of these drugs was carried out. The electronic spectra of these drugs showed that ... -
GIS and Matlab modelling of criteria pollutants, a study of lower Onitsha basin during rains
(Journal of Science, Technology and Environment Informatics, 2018)The study of air pollutants SO2, NO2 and PM10 in lower Onitsha basin, a densely populated city was performed using GPS and Matlab modeling. The pollutants were studied in nine specific locations for 3 months of rains over ... -
Investigation of Aba River Contamination Using Eichhornia crassipes as Bio-indicator.
(Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology, 2017)The seasonal variation of heavy metal contamination levels in Aba River of Abia State in Nigeria was investigated using Eichhornia crassipies. Routine sampling was performed on bi-monthly bases to cover the Nigerian Rainy ... -
Kinetic model for the removal of malachite green (dye) from aqueous solutions using palm kernel shell
(World Journal of Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences, 2017)Malachite dye is among the millions of dyes used in every aspect of our daily life. The adsorption kinetic of the pollutant (dye) from adsobate using palm kernel shell (Elaeis Guineasis) as the biomass was studied. From ... -
Molecular Mechanics Steric Energy Evaluation of Reversible Acetyl cholinesterase Inhibitor, Donepezil, (RS)-2-([1-benzyl-4-piperidyl] methyl)-5,6-dimethoxy-2,3-dihydroinden-1-one
(Indian Journal of Advances in Chemical Science, 2014)Donepezil, (RS)-2-[(1-benzyl-4-piperidyl) methyl]-5,6-dimethoxy-2,3-dihydroinden-1-one is a specific and reversible inhibitor of acetyl cholinesterase, for the symptomatic treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and vascular ... -
Computational Study on Molecular Orbital’s, Excited State Properties and Geometry Optimization of Anti-benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Drug, N- (1,1-dimethylethyl)-3-oxo-(5α,17β)-4-azaandrost-1-ene-17-carboxamide (Finasteride).
(Asian Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Science, 2014)Finasteride, N-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3-oxo-(5α, 17β)-4-azaandrost-1-ene-17-carboxamide is a synthetic drug for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and male pattern baldness (MPB). The electronic excited-st ... -
Comparative analysis of macro and micro nutrients of bio waste, Compost and Vermicompost (using indigenous Lumbricus terrestris) of Solanum melongena (fruit) waste.
(Journal of Scientific and Engineering Research, 2017)There is global demand for organic food due to perceived effects of foods produced with synthetic fertilizers and chemical pesticides. Owing to this, a comparative analysis of macro and micro nutrients in bio waste, compost ... -
Perceptions of Nanotechnology by Undergraduate Students in Some Nigerian Universities
(ABSU Journal of Environment, Science and Technology, 2013)Advances in nanotechnology has brought about development of cutting–edge technologies in various industries in technologically developed countries. However, little is known about its risks and potential applications in ... -
Establishing risk assessment from reclaimed Nekede mechanic village Owerri, Nigeria.
(Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology, 2018)The current resettlement of Nekede Auto-Mechanic village by Imo State government of Nigeria created a sparse piece of land awaiting government utilization. Risk assessment was carried out on the land using existing ... -
Attenuation kinetics and desorption performance of artocarpus altilis seed husk for Co (II), Pb (II) and Zn (II) Ions.
(Iranian Journal Of Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, 2018)The potential of Bread Fruit (artocarpus altilis) Seed Husk (BFSH) as low cost biosorbent for the removal of Pb (II), Zn (II) and Co (II) ions from aqueous solution was investigated. The adsorbent was characterized by the ... -
Antimicrobial Analysis and Structural Elucidation of Active Compounds of Nauclea latifolia Stem Extract (Pin Cushion Tree).
(American Journal of Chemistry and Applications, 2017)Antimicrobial analysis and structural elucidation were carried out on the purified stem extract of Nauclea latifolia. The Harbone method was used for the extraction. The extracts were separated using a combination of ... -
Histopathological studies on the effects of chloroform and methanolic extracts of Ilex kudingcha in trypanosoma brucei infected albino Wistar rats
(Recent advances in Biology and Medicine, 2018)Histopathological studies of the effects of chloroform and methanolic leaf extracts of Ilex kudingcha in Trypanosoma brucei infected albino wistar rats were investigated. The toxicity and phytochemical study were also ... -
Public Participation in Solid Waste Management Practices within Owerri Urban of Imo State, Nigeria
(International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), 2014)Municipal waste disposal have reached a crucial point in major urban areas in Nigeria especially Owerri urban and householder’s readiness to participate in waste management are still decliningmoreover the problems of ... -
Electronic and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopic Characterization of Dicomponent Antimalarial drugs sold in Nigeria Drug Stores
(Research Journal of Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms and Technology, 2015-06)Dicomponent antimalarial drugs were purchased from different drug stores in Nigeria. The electronic and vibrational spectra characterization of these drugs was carried out. The electronic spectra of these drugs showed that ... -
Studies on Adsorptive Behavior of Cd2+ on Graphene Oxide: Alternative Novel Approach
(Archives of Current Research International, 2018-03-03)Certain adsorptive mechanisms and interactions often exist within linearized kinetic functions which are largely unreported. A novel inverse saturation modeling was applied to evaluate the adsorptive behavior of ... -
Investigation of Aba River Contamination Using Eichhornia crassipes as Bio-indicator
(Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology, 2017)The seasonal variation of heavy metal contamination levels in Aba River of Abia State in Nigeria was investigated using Eichhornia crassipies. Routine sampling was performed on bi-monthly bases to cover the Nigerian Rainy ... -
Perceptions of Nanotechnology by Undergraduate Students in Some Nigerian Universities
(ABSU Journal of Environment, Science and Technology, 2013)Advances in nanotechnology has brought about development of cutting–edge technologies in various industries in technologically developed countries. However, little is known about its risks and potential applications in ... -
Histopathological Studies on the Effects of Chloroform and Methanolic Extracts of Ilex kudingcha in Trypanosoma brucei Infected Albino Wistar Rats
(Original Research Article, 2018-11-16)rats were investigated. The toxicity and phytochemical study were also carried out using standard protocol. T. brucei infected animals were administered orally with 200 and 400 mg/kg b.w. of the extracts and 3.5 mg/kg ... -
Synthesis, Characterization and Complexation Behaviour of Chloroquine towards Ti (II) Ion Using Chloroquine Diphosphate Drug
(Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International, 2019-06-01)Aims: Chloroquine is a member of the drug class 4-aminoquinoline used for the prevention and treatment of malaria in areas where malaria is known to be sensitive to its effects. Our aim is to synthesize the chloroquine ... -
Corrosion of a Ni-Al Composite Coating in 2 M NaCl Solution
(2017)A Ni-Al composite was electrodeposited on a Ni substrate, and its corrosion behavior was observed in 2 M NaCl solution, compared with a pure Ni coating. The Al particles increased the porosity of the composite and ...