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Effect of Aqueous Extract of Cannabis sativa Leaf on the Oxidative Stress Markers in the Brain of Male Wistar Rats

Paul, Demshimeno, Ukoha Ukoha & Ugochukwu Aguwa · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2024

Cannabis sativa is a commonly abused drug especially among younger people in society. The cerebellum is located at the back of the brain, immediately inferior to the occipital and temporal lobes within the posterior cranial fossa. The study was designed to show the effect of aque...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2024/v15i3291

The Structural Phase Transition, Degree of Polymerization and Dynamics Characteristics of Liquid Magnesium Silicate: A Molecular Dynamics Simulation

Pham Huu Kien, Phan Dinh Quang, Vu Van Anh, Tran Thi Quynh Như & Giap Thi Thuy Trang · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2024

In this paper, the structural phase transitions, degree of polymerization, and dynamics characteristics in liquid magnesium silicate (Mg2SiO4) under pressure have been studied using molecular dynamics (MD) simulation. The results indicate that the structure of Mg2SiO4 liquid incl...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2024/v15i3290

Assessment of Organochlorine Pesticide Residue Levels in Fruits and Vegetables Sold in Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nigeria

K.C. Igwegbe, V.I. Onwukeme & A.P. Okeke · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2024

The study evaluated the organochlorine pesticide residue levels in fruits and vegetables sold in Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Six samples were bought from eleven major markets across the six Area Councils of FCT, Abuja. The samples were mixed to form composite groups of the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2024/v15i3289

Analysis of Iron (Fe) Content in Breast Milk of Breastfeeding Mothers with Level Anemia Normal, Mild and Moderate

Elferida Sormin, Carmen Siagian, Bernadetha Nadeak, Citra Puspa Juwita & Sumiyati · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2024

Aims: The study aimed to determine the level of iron (Fe) in breast milk samples from breastfeeding mothers who were not anemic (normal), had mild anemia, and had moderate anemia. Methodology: This research is descriptive in nature with a cross-sectional research design. The rese...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2024/v15i3288

Transmission Electron Microscopic and X-ray Diffraction Based Study of Crystallographic Bibliography Demonstrated on Silver, Copper and Titanium Nanocrystals: State of the Art Statical Review

Md. Khalid Hossain Shishir, Sumaiya Islam Sadia, Shanawaz Ahmed, Allah Rakha Aidid, Md. Masud Rana, Md. Mehedi Hasan, Sazal Kumar, Raton Kumar Bishwas & Md. Ashraful Alam · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2024

This statistical review compares the crystallographic structures of functional nanocrystals composed of silver (Ag), copper (Cu) and titanium (Ti) using transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) analyses. TEM provides high-resolution imaging to directly v...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2024/v15i3287

How Components of Dye-sensitized Solar Cells Contribute to Efficient Solar Energy Capture

Simon Bbumba, Ibrahim Karume, Moses Kigozi, Ivan Oyege & Muhammad Ntale · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2024

Herein, we reviewed the main components of dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) which are an emerging cheap and environmentally benign alternative for solar energy capture and conversion to electricity. The role of individual parts such as the semiconductor electrode, counter elect...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2024/v15i2285

Evaluation of TPC, TFC, and Antioxidant Activity of Extracts of Piper longum L.

Ritu Panta, Sujan Dhital, Rajkumar Budha, Nirmal Parajuli, Prabhat Neupane, Timila Shrestha, Samjhana Bharati, Binita Maharjan, Deval Prasad Bhattarai & Ram Lal Swagat Shrestha · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2024

Medicinal plants have been crucial in treating various diseases since ancient times. This study focuses on identifying the phytochemicals in Piper longum L. extracts along with studying their biological activities. The powdered fruit of P. longum was sequentially subjected to ult...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2024/v15i2284

Optimization of Tannin’s Extraction from Cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) Nut Testa for Use in Leather Tanning

Sharif Zuberi Mwangi, Valerian Cosmas Silayo & Davis Naboth Chaula · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2024

Extensive researches have been conducted over the years, focusing on the use of vegetable tannins to reduce pollution caused by mineral tanning. Vegetable tannins have been utilized commercially, but they remain costly and are not easily accessible. The purpose of this study was...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2024/v15i2283

Seasonal Variations Assessment of Air Pollutants of Communities in the Vicinity of Scrap Metal Recycling Industries in Ogijo, Shagamu South LGA, Ogun State, SW Nigeria

K. Onanuga, V.N Daniel, A.B Mustapha & O.N. Maitera · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2024

This manuscript presents a thorough investigation into the seasonal variations of air pollutants in communities surrounding scrap metal recycling industries in Ogijo, Shagamu South LGA, Ogun State, Nigeria utilizing advanced Gary Wolf Environmental Sensing and Particulate Countin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2024/v15i1281

Occurrence and Removal Efficiencies of Four Antibiotics in Kisii and Kabarnet Waste Water Treatment Plants, Kenya

Joseph K. Wendott, Munyendo L.L. Were, Jackson Cherutoi & Mark P. Odero · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2024

Background: Antibiotics are presently considered as emerging contaminants with adverse effects in the environment and the population such as the development of antimicrobial resistant genes (ARG) and antimicrobial resistant bacteria (ARB). This study was guided by objective entai...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2024/v15i2282

Antibacterial Effect of Nanoparticles Synthesized from Ficus exaseprata (Sandpaper Leaves)

Happiness Adaekwu Orlu, Amba Ollor Ollor & Eze Saint Ebor · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2024

The eco-friendly, cost effectiveness, and the less toxic nature of synthesized green nanoparticles to the environment have become a global attraction to many studies. The study aim to synthesize Silver (Ag) nanoparticles from Ficus exasperata (Sandpaper leave) leaves and to deter...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2024/v15i1280

Physicochemical Analysis of Biofilms from Cocos nucifera Linn. (Coconut) Flour and Manihot esculenta Crantz (Cassava) Starch with Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA)

George Joseph C. Banda, Flyndon Mark S. Dagalea & Karina Milagros R. Cui-Lim · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2024

The province of Northern Samar, its municipalities including Pambujan, is a place abundant of Manihot esculenta Crantz (cassava), and Cocos nucifera Linn. (coconut). However, its industry is mainly limited to food production. This study developed biofilms from cassava starch (Cas...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2024/v15i1279

Atmospheric Corrosion of Al-Zn Coated Steel Sheets Exposed under Marine Environments in Kenya

Vane B. Ondiere, Amir O. Yusuf, Vincent O. Madadi & John O. Onyatta · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2024

Corrosion contributes to multibillion USA dollar loses due to deterioration, weakening and ultimate failure of engineering infrastructure globally necessitating further research to build more corrosion resistant materials. The aim of this study was to investigate atmospheric corr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2024/v15i1278

Insights into Thiazolidinedione Analogues: Unveiling Antioxidant Activity through Descriptor-Based Quantitative Structure-Activity Relationship Investigations

Naraparaju Swathi & Thirumurthy Durai Ananda Kumar · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2024

Background: Diabetes mellitus, a chronic metabolic disorder is characterized by defective insulin secretion (β-cell dysfunction), insulin action (insulin resistance) and reduced bio-antioxidant potential. Antioxidants play key role in diabetes by reducing the oxidative stress and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2024/v15i1277