C. C. Igwe

Strength Properties of Paper from Pulp Blend of Kenaf Bark and Corn Husk: A Preliminary Study

O. D. Fagbemi, Taiwo K. Fagbemigun, O. Otitoju, E. Mgbachiuzor & C. C. Igwe · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2014

This study investigates the strength properties of paper samples obtained from pulp blend of corn husk and kenaf bark. Soda pulping of kenaf bark and corn husk was carried out using 18% and 7% alkali respectively. Handmade paper sheets were produced from bleached pulp samples com...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2014/10745

Preliminary Investigations on the Health Benefits of Citrullus colocynthis (L.) Schrad Seeds

A. A. Olushola-Siedoks, U. E. Igbo, G. O. Asieba, B. I. Ojo, T. O. Akinola & C. C. Igwe · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2019

Aims: To evaluate the composition of Citrullus colocynthis (L.) Schrad seed as a means of assessing its health and possible therapeutic benefits. Study Design:  Test-tube Lab Research. Place and Duration of Study: Federal Institute of Industrial Research, Oshodi, Nigeria, between...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2019/v10i330112

Valorization of Biodiesel Production: Focus on Crude Glycerine Refining/Purification

O. S. Muniru, C. S. Ezeanyanaso, T. K. Fagbemigun, E. U. Akubueze, A. O. Oyewole, O. J. Okunola, G. Asieba, A. O. Shifatu, C. C. Igwe & G. N. Elemo · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2016

Biodiesel production in Nigeria is gaining more level of awareness but the cost of production is still on the high side. This is largely due to the cost of raw materials, mainly vegetable oil or fat. Fortunately, a very efficient way to reduce this cost and increase profitability...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2016/27982