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Synthesis, Characterization and Antimicrobial Activities of Co (III) and Fe (III) Complexes of Imino-N-heterocyclic Carbenes Ligands

Samaila Abubakar, Musa Muktari & Rejoice Atiko · Chemical Science International Journal · 2021

The synthesis and antimicrobial application of Co (III) and Fe (III) complexes of imine functionalized N-heterocyclic carbene (Imino-NHC) ligands is reported. The ligand precursors 1-(2-[(hydroxyl-benzylidene)-amino]-ethyl)-3-R-3H-imidazol-1-ium bromide where R = pyridyl (1a) and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2021/v30i630238

Chemical Characterization and in Vitro Antioxidant Activity of Honey from Different Localities of Côte D’ivoire

Kabran Guy Roger Mida, Yeboue Koffi Apollinaire, Adopo Sopie Sheilla Flavie, Mamyrbekova-Bekro Janat Akhanovna & Békro Yves-Alain · Chemical Science International Journal · 2021

Aims: Although the honey produced in Côte d'Ivoire is widely used in households, there is no technical sheet mentioning its chemical composition. Thus, the present study aimed to fill this gap while studying the chemical composition and antioxidant power of eleven honey samples f...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2021/v30i630236

New Biological Targets in Fungi and Novel Molecule under Development: A Review

Songuigama Coulibaly, Jean-Paul D. U. N'guessan, Alain Kacou, Jean-Fabrice K. Koffi, Amelanh S. Diakité, Tanguy K. A. Kouaho & Mahama Ouattara · Chemical Science International Journal · 2021

Antifungal therapeutics is confronted today with the challenge of drug resistance of most fungal germs to current antifungal drugs. Faced with this situation, the search for new and more efficient antifungal molecules that avoid the phenomenon of drug resistance becomes an urgent...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2021/v30i630235

Characterization and Antioxidant Activity of Myrianthus arboreus Seed Oil Harvested from Cote d’Ivoire

Katou Yapo Séverin, Koffi N’dri Emmanuel, Gué Lieuné Alexis, N’da Philippe Kessé, Mamyrbekova-Bekro Janat Akhanovna & Békro Yves-Alain · Chemical Science International Journal · 2021

Aims: The rich and diversified Ivorian flora abounds in countless oilseed plants that certain rural populations use for the preparation of dishes. Thus, certain physical and chemical parameters and the fatty acid composition of the fat extracted from the seeds of Myrianthus arbor...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2021/v30i630234

The Impact of Oil Exploration Activities on Soil, Water and Shrimps of Maa-Or Gbor in Korokoro Community, Rivers State, Nigeria

N. Nwachoko, G. T. Jack & B. B. Dume · Chemical Science International Journal · 2021

Crude oil exploration and its associated spillage pose a major threat to the environment in Nigeria and if not checked and managed properly, could lead to total annihilation of the ecosystem especially in the Niger Delta Region. Therefore, this study examines the impact of oil sp...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2021/v30i530233

The Production and Optimization of Bioethanol from Oil Palm Fronds: A Source of Renewable Energy

I. Eiroboyi & Y. Yerima · Chemical Science International Journal · 2021

Environmental issues and the desire to be less dependent on fossil fuel have intensified research efforts towards the production of biofuels since they are a safe and clean alternatives to fossil fuels. However, the cost of carbohydrate raw materials has become a limiting factor...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2021/v30i530232

Analysis and Determination of Polyphenol and Iron Concentrations in Some Selected Seaweed Species using UV-Vis

J. I. Bungudu & Lorrie M. Murphy · Chemical Science International Journal · 2021

Seaweeds readily absorb heavy metals that are present in their environment, because of this; they are an effective way of monitoring heavy metal pollution in an area. The metal that is absorbed can be damaging to the seaweed cell walls. Seaweeds have evolved over time to have exc...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2021/v30i530231

Evaluation of the Performance of Ethylene Di-Amine Tetra-Acetic Acid Modified Activated Carbon for Lead ion Adsorption from Palm Kernel Shell

Y. Yerima, I. Eiroboyi, W. A. Raji & Y. I. Osakue · Chemical Science International Journal · 2021

There is increasing research on the adsorption of lead because its use in industrial processes has resulted in various forms of environmental contamination and negative human health issues. Currently, researchers have intensified their search for low-cost adsorbents like activate...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2021/v30i530230

Removal of Pharmaceutical Residues from Wastewater using Activated Carbon from Rice Husks

P. Kahara, A. Gachanja, J. Kiptoo & G. Nyaga · Chemical Science International Journal · 2021

The presence of pharmaceutical residues in discharges that end up in rivers is a growing concern for the disruption of aquatic ecosystems and human health. The risk of exposure to these medical wastes becomes greater because they are not biodegradable even after sewage treatment....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2021/v30i530229

Effects of Different Types of Zeolites on the Degradation Kinetics of Malathion Pesticide in Water

Elly Tety Osewe, Victor Shikuku, Cristiane A. Pereira, Stephen O. Otieno & Audrey Okoyo · Chemical Science International Journal · 2021

The study examined the effects of selected types of zeolites as an environmentally benign and friendly way to degrade, S-1, 2-bis (ethoxycarbonyl) ethyl O, O-dimethylphosphorodithioate (malathion), used as a model pesticide, from river water. The effect of the size of zeolite cha...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2021/v30i430228

Study of Reactivity and Molecular Stability by the Density Functional Theory Method on 2,3-Dihydro -1H-Perimidine: Comparative Analysis

Tuo Nanou Tiéba, Soro Doh, Konate Bibata, Kodjo Charles Guillaume, Yapo Ossey Bernard & ZIAO Nahossé · Chemical Science International Journal · 2021

Numerous studies have been carried out on the structure of 2,3-dihydro-1H-perimidine substituted as compounds with various biological activities. Researchers have found that these compounds exhibit characteristics potentially useful in medicinal chemistry research and have many t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2021/v30i430227

Characterization of Water Quality on University Campus

Doris Fovwe Ogeleka & Mildred Chukwuedum Emegha · Chemical Science International Journal · 2021

Introduction: Safe drinking water is vital to all human and living organisms. Aim and Study Location: This study appraised untreated water within the Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE) campus with a view to ascertaining their potability. Methodology: The s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2021/v30i430226

Electrochemical Detection of 4-Nitrophenol on a Nanoporous Gold Electrode Prepared by One-Step Anode Potential Step Method

Dongsheng Lai, Lin Chen, Yuqing Liu & Wei Huang · Chemical Science International Journal · 2021

The wastewater containing nitrophenol compounds is discharged into the water and soil environment, causing severe environmental pollution problems. In this paper, a one-step anodic potential step method involving Au(I) disproportionation was used to prepare nanoporous gold (D-NPG...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2021/v30i430225