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Active nanocomposite films based on low density polyethylene/organically modified layered bouble hydroxides/thyme oil to retain retail shelf life and quality of hass avocados

Author: Kesavan Pillai, Sreejarani ; Sivakumar, D ; Ray, SS ; Obianom, P ; Eggers, SK ; Mhlabeni, T Date: Nov 2020 In this study, the ability of an active film containing volatile bioactives in post-harvest disease control and preservation of quality in avocados is explored as a non-traditional treatment method. Antimicrobial transparent flexible trilayer ... Read more
Biocement: A novel approach in the restoration of construction materials

Author: Enshasy, HE ; Dailin, DJ ; Malek, RA ; •Nordin, NZ ; Nordin, NZ ; Keat, HC ; Eyahmalay, J ; Ramchuran, Santosh O ; Ghong, JNC ; Ramda, VM ; Lalloo, Rajesh Date: Jun 2020 Concrete is the most commonly used construction material worldwide for the development of durable structures. Structural integrity and design of buildings have become increasingly important in construction engineering as well as assessment ... Read more
Development of sustainable biobased polymer and bio-nanocomposite materials using nanocellulose obtained from agricultural biomass

Author: Mtibe, Asanda ; Muniyasamy, Sudhakar ; Motaung, TE Date: Jul 2020 Biobased polymer and bio-nanocomposites have provided significant improvement in material science, moving towards the development of green materials to replace petro-based materials. The present study investigated the value-added utilisation ... Read more
Marine microbial pharmacognosy: Prospects and perspectives

Author: Mohanrasu, K ; Guru Raj Rao, R ; Sudhakar, Muniyasamy ; Raja, R ; Jeyakanthan, J ; Arun, A Date: Nov 2020 Modern scientific advancements and research on marine microbes has revealed their significance as producers of therapeutic products useful in treating various human diseases. Microbes in marine habitat have evolved to adapt to the harsh ... Read more
Metal oxide nanocomposites for adsorption and photoelectrochemical degradation of pharmaceutical pollutants in aqueous solution

Author: Mdlalose, Lindani M ; Chauke, Vongani P ; Nomadolo, Elizabeth N ; Msomi, P ; Setshedi, Katlego Z ; Chimuka, L ; Chetty, Ashlen Date: Apr 2020 The global deterioration of water quality which is associated with industrialisation, urbanisation, and a growing population is reaching critical levels and thus needs to be addressed urgently. Common pollutants that are discharged from ... Read more
Micro nano manufacturing methods for chemical, gas and bio sensors, water purification and energy technologies

Author: Akande, Amos A ; Adeleye, AA ; Adenle, AA ; Mwakikunga, Bonex W Date: Dec 2020 This chapter reports on the various methods of fabricating and manufacturing micro and nano sensor, membrane and energy devices. Firstly, the characteristic often sought after by scientists and engineers for effective and efficient performance ... Read more
Nanomedicines for the treatment of infectious diseases: Formulation, delivery and commercialization aspects

Author: Dube, A ; Semete-Makokotlela, Boitumelo ; Ramalapa, Bathabile E ; Reynolds, J ; Boury, F Date: Mar 2021 The increasing prevalence of drug resistant pathogenic strains, including multi drug resistant TB along with the growing HIV and malaria resistance demand new routes of innovation for pharmaceutical drug discovery. Nanomedicine provides the ... Read more
An overview of nanotoxicological effects towards plants, animals, microorganisms and environment

Author: Ananthi, V ; Mohanrasu, K ; Boobalan, T ; Anand, K ; Chuturgoon, A ; Balasubramanian, V ; Yuvakkumar, R ; Arun, A ; Sudhakar, Muniyasamy Date: Mar 2020 In recent years, nanotechnology has reached the limelight of research in applications of medicine and technology. Due to its onset, huge varieties of nanoparticles possessing significant characters are synthesized with broad application fields. ... Read more
Polymer-based protein delivery systems for loco-regional administration

Author: Garcion, E ; Ramalapa, Bathabile ; Buchtova, N ; Toullec, C ; Aucamp, M ; Le Bideau, J ; Hindré, F ; Dube, A ; Alvarez-Lorenzo, C ; Mansor, MH Date: Mar 2021 With the advent of recombinant technology, a wide variety of biocompatible therapeutic proteins can be produced with relative ease. These proteins are formulated and subsequently administered in patients to treat various of diseases in a ... Read more
Potential opportunities to convert waste to bio-based chemicals at an industrial scale in South Africa

Author: Mandree, PM ; Thopil, GA ; Ramchuran, Santosh O Date: Oct 2023 Globally, greater than 30% of waste is disposed of in some form of landfill, and it is estimated that annual waste-related emissions will increase by up to 76% by 2050. Emissions arising from fossil fuel-derived products and waste disposal ... Read more
Synthetic, natural derived lipid nanoparticles and polymeric nanoparticles drug delivery applications

Author: Mohanrasu, K ; Siva Prakash, G ; Boobalan, T ; Ananthi, V ; Dinesh, GH ; Anand, K ; Muniyasamy, Sudhakar ; Chuturgoon, A ; Arun, A Date: Jan 2020 In modern therapeutic field, the delivery to the desired site is a crucial bottleneck that needs to be addressed for efficacy and potency of the administrated drug. The recent advancements in the field of nanotechnology has enabled researchers ... Read more
Trichoderma: Biocontrol agents for promoting plant growth and soil health

Author: El Enshasy, HA ; Ambehabati, KK ; El Baz, AF ; Ramchuran, Santosh O ; Sayyed, RZ ; Amalin, D ; Dailin, DJ ; Hanapi, SZ Date: Aug 2020 Trichoderma is a saprotrophic fungus which largely can be found in environments such as forest soil, roots and leaves. This fungus has been declared as soil fungi due to its significant for their fast growth. They exhibited high capacity to ... Read more
The use of plastic waste in road construction

Author: Mturi, George AJ ; O’Connell, Johan S ; Akhalwaya, Imraan ; Ojijo, Vincent O ; Mofokeng, Tladi G ; Ncolosi, Nonzwakazi ; Smit, Michelle A Date: Dec 2021 Recycled plastics are being investigated worldwide not only as a green investment, but also for improved pavement durability (Milad et al., 2020). The objectives of the study were to screen, evaluate and implement existing international ... Read more

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