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Clay Soil as a Sustainable and Low-Cost Adsorbent for Methylene Blue Dye Removal from Contaminated Water

Chibuike Divine Odunze, Julius Adekunle Adetunji & Aisha Gana Suleiman · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2025

Dyes are synthetic or natural colourant which are often made up of complex aromatic molecular structures that are utilized by various textile industries for the production of garments and apparels. However, after the use of these dyes in the production of coloured fabrics a large...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajoger/2025/v8i3210

Stratigraphic Interpretation Using Seismic Reflection and Well Log Data of ‘OGEY’ Field, Niger Delta, Nigeria

Yemisi Christianah Ajisafe, Olufemi Felix Ojo & Ogechi Ayokunmi Obi · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2025

The stratigraphic interpretation of ‘OGEY’ Field, deep offshore Niger Delta, Nigeria was carried out with a view of correlating the subsurface facies and deducing the environments of deposition of the field. This was done by using the concept of sequence and seismic stratigraphy....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajoger/2025/v8i3209

RUSLE-Based Estimation of Annual Soil Loss and Its Environmental Geoscience Implications in the Mansiri River Basin, Assam, India

Mriganka Das, Dhrubajyoti Sahariah, Dhanjit Deka, Praduyt Dey & Santanu Kumar Patnaik · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2025

Soil erosion poses a major environmental and agricultural threat, depleting fertile topsoil, reducing crop productivity, and increasing sedimentation in river systems. The Mansiri River Basin in Assam, situated within the dynamic geomorphic setting of the Brahmaputra valley, is h...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajoger/2025/v8i3208

Multi-Scale Seismic Tomography in Rift Zones: Implications for Lithospheric Evolution in the Afar Region

Abel Uyimwen Osagie & Abu Mallam · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2025

The Afar Depression, a nascent oceanic basin within the East African Rift system, offers a unique natural laboratory to investigate the interplay between mantle dynamics and continental breakup. This study employs seismic travel-time tomography to elucidate the interplay between...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajoger/2025/v8i3206

Integrated Gravity and Magnetic Derivative Modelling for Structural Control of Gold Mineralization in North-Central Nigeria

Lawrence Jane Osita, Abu Mallam, Nasir Naeem Abdulsalam & Gajere Jiriko Nzeghi · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2025

Structural controls play a critical role in the localization of gold mineralization within Precambrian basement terrains. For this study, integrated gravity and magnetic derivative modelling is utilized to assess structural controls on gold mineralization in North-Central Nigeria...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajoger/2025/v8i3205

Lithology and Pore-fluid Discrimination Using Rock Physics Analysis in the “Kola” Field, Niger Delta

Abiodun M. Ajibade, Adekola E. Ajibade & M. T. Olowokere · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2025

Background: The ultimate goal of any Rock Physics analysis is to gain insights into the physical properties of a reservoir. These consist of properties such as lithology, porosity, and permeability, or dynamic properties like fluid content or pressure. A geophysical Rock Physics...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajoger/2025/v8i2204

Soil Moisture, Reservoir, and Groundwater Interactions: Managing Water Sustainability in South Singbhum

Ashis Chandra Pathy & Jyotirmayee Mohanta · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2025

Background: The South Singbhum region is dependent on reservoirs and groundwater for agricultural, domestic, and industrial utility. However, considerable changes in water storage and utilization patterns present obstacles to long-term water management. Aims: This research examin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajoger/2025/v8i2203

Landslide Susceptibility Mapping of Churachandpur District, Manipur, Using Geospatial Techniques

T L Haokip, Sreerama Naik S R, T K Prasad & Jayapal G. · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2025

Landslides are a significant hazard in Churachandpur district, Manipur, frequently triggered by heavy rainfall, earthquakes and human activities such as deforestation, shifting cultivation and constructions. The landslides are more prominent along national highway 150 and 102B du...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajoger/2025/v8i2202

Quantitative Techniques for Estimating Groundwater Recharge: A Review of Field-Based and Modelling Methods

Abdussalam Muhammad Auwal, Abdurrasheed Yusuf Muhammad & Andrea Kolencsik Tóth · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2025

Groundwater recharge, the downward movement of water through soil to replenish aquifers is a critical process underpinning global freshwater availability. Accurate estimation of recharge rates is essential for sustainable groundwater management, particularly in regions facing wat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajoger/2025/v8i2201

Potential Toxic Elements (PTEs) Assessment in Soil and River Sediment Within Kwalkwalawa Irrigation Floodplain of Sokoto State, North-Western Nigeria

Ibrahim Habib Adamu, Amadi Akobundu Nwanosike, Waziri Nuhu, Aisha Musa & Alayande Abdulmujeeb Ololade · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2025

The concentration of potential toxic elements (PTEs) in soil and river sediments within the Kwalkwalawa floodplain area of Sokoto State, Nigeria, was assessed and analysed using the following environmental pollution indices: contamination degree (Cd), geoaccumulation index (I-geo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajoger/2025/v8i2200

Insights into Hydrodynamic Controls on Sediment Grain Size Variability in Tropical Tidal Flats of Calabar and Great Kwa Rivers, Nigeria

Okon, Lynda-Uta E., Ekpang, Peter U, Nganje, Therese T., Akpan, Etie B & Iwuagwu, Ekene P · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2025

This study investigates the hydrodynamic influences shaping sediment grain size distributions in tidal flats along the Calabar and Great Kwa Rivers in Southeast Nigeria. Utilizing extensive tidal current velocity measurements and sediment grain size analyses from supratidal, inte...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajoger/2025/v8i2198

Faunal Assemblages and Biota-substrate Interactions in Tropical Nigerian Tidal Flats: Influence of Sediment Grain Size and Physicochemical Parameters

Okon, Lynda-Uta E., Asuquo, Philomena E., Ekpang, Peter U., Ifon, Honor T., Iwuagwu, Ekene P., Nganje, Therese T. & Akpan, Etie B. · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2025

This study investigates benthic faunal assemblages and their relationships with sediment grain size and physicochemical parameters in the tropical tidal flats of the Calabar and Great Kwa Rivers, southeastern Nigeria. Systematic seasonal sampling was carried out from July 2011 to...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajoger/2025/v8i2199

Geochemical and Isotopic Insights into Groundwater Dynamics and Sustainable Management in Mount Cameroon's Volcanic Aquifer

Ngai N Jude, Wotany Engome Regina, Christopher Agyingi & Takang Ayuk Valery · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2025

Groundwater resources under tropical climates face escalating pressures from climate change and anthropogenic activities. The eastern flank of Mount Cameroon a critical agro-industrial zone exemplifies these challenges, yet comprehensive assessments integrating hydrogeochemical a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajoger/2025/v8i2197

Determination of Physico-chemical Characteristics of Urasi River for Sustainable Quality Water and Health Management in Urasi, Ihiala Local Government, Anambra State, Nigeria

Onyenweife, G. I., Nnaemena, U. G. & Anakor, S. N. · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2025

Assessing water quality for different water purposes, such as domestic use, irrigation, conservation and industrial usage, are an important strategy for food safety and human health. Suitability of water for various uses depends on type and concentration of dissolved minerals pre...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajoger/2025/v8i2196