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Industrial Sector Decarbonization Pathways for Cement, Iron and Steel, and Chemical Industries in Nigeria

Agnes Oboh, Fidelis Abam, Anthony Obi & Ugwu Hyginus Ubabuike · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

Nigeria's cement, iron and steel, and chemical industries account for a substantial share of the country's industrial energy use. This study applies the Low Emissions Analysis Platform (LEAP) to project industrial energy demand and greenhouse gas emissions to 2060 under four scen...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2026/v28i81974

Exploration of Policy and Regulatory Frameworks for Dual Clinical Practice toward Universal Health Coverage: Evidence from South Sudan

Amanya Jacob Iboyi, Ezbon Wapary, Atemthi Dau, Joseph Lako, Akway M. Cham & Kenneth Lino Sube · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2026

Background: Dual clinical practice (DCP) is prevalent among healthcare workers in South Sudan, yet no specific, legally binding regulatory framework governs the practice. This study assessed the socio-demographic profiles of participants, examined existing policy frameworks, and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i91416

Spice Combination and Its Comparative Effect on Proximate Composition and Microbial Load of Smoked Clarias gariepinus

P. C. Onuoha · Asian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Research · 2026

Fish, a major source of animal protein in Nigeria, is lost annually to spoilage because of improper storage and inadequate preservation techniques. Synthetic antioxidants have gradually lost their use and value in the industry because of their reported undesirable effects. Furthe...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i91139

Abundance of Sailfin Armoured Catfishes Pterygoplichthys sp. (Loricariidae), African Catfish Clarias gariepinus (Clariidae) and Tilapia Oreochromis sp. (Cichlidae) in Open Waterbodies of Mahabubnagar District, Telangana State, India

Laxmappa Boini & Ravinder Rao Bakshi · Asian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Research · 2026

Non-native fish species, particularly Pterygoplichthys sp., Clarias gariepinus, and Oreochromis sp., have been introduced into many regions outside their native ranges for various purposes. The rapid spread and establishment of invasive populations, recently reported in certain o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i91140

Reproductive Traits in Catfish Sperata seenghala Sykes, 1839 in Gomati River of Tripura, North East India

Sukanta Banik & Dipak Das · Asian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Research · 2026

Reproductive information is essential for understanding fish population dynamics and supporting appropriate management measures. This study characterised the sex ratio, gonadal maturity stages, length at first maturity, gonadosomatic index, spawning seasonality, and fecundity of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i91141

Pancreatic Lipase as a Therapeutic Target for Obesity Management: Clinical Evidence, Natural Inhibitors, and Future Perspectives

Haruna Gambo Sunday, Halimatu Sadiya Abdullahi, Okpe Kenneth & Abubakar Yahaya · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2026

Inhibition of pancreatic triacylglycerol lipase remains the only mechanism by which a licensed anti-obesity medicine acts entirely within the intestinal lumen, and it continues to anchor a very large discovery literature devoted to plant-derived inhibitors. That literature has gr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2026/v29i4791

Microorganisms Implicated in Common Pressure Ulcers among Geriatric Patients Attending a Teaching Hospital in Southeastern Nigeria

Onyekachukwu Izuchukwu Udemezue, Chinaza Genevieve Okechukwu, Chidinma Princess Ezeamalu, Izunna Francis Ogujiofor & Chijioke Obinna Ezenwelu · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2026

Pressure ulcers, otherwise known as bedsores, are complex wounds that are frequently complicated by infection and result from prolonged pressure, either alone or in combination with shear or friction. Bedsores are a major cause of morbidity among geriatric populations, particular...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2026/v29i4792

Adrenal Myelolipoma in an 18-year-old Woman: A Case Report and Review of the Literature on Its Occurrence in Adolescents and Young Adults

Houmada Amina, El Hassouni Mohammed Reda, El Bouazizi Yassine, LAHNAOUI Oumayma, EL MOUATASSIM Zakaria, SOUADKA Amine & MAJBAR Mohammed Anass · Asian Journal of Case Reports in Surgery · 2026

Background: Adrenal myelolipoma (AML) is an uncommon benign mesenchymal tumour composed of mature adipose tissue admixed with trilineage haematopoietic elements. It accounts for 3–5% of primary adrenal tumours and is typically diagnosed in the fifth to seventh decades of life; it...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajcrs/2026/v9i2851

Economic Analysis of Marketing and Constraints of Niger in Visakhapatnam District of Andhra Pradesh, India

P. Sruthi & B. Aparna · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2026

The study analysed the marketing channels, marketing efficiency and constraints associated with niger marketing in Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh. Primary data were collected from 40 niger farmers and market intermediaries during the 2020–2021 agricultural year using a pr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2026/v32i84427

Value Chain Management and Value Addition of Roses in Karnataka: Implications of Smart Agriculture

C. Darshan, G. M. Hiremath & Priyanka P. Kodabal · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2026

Agriculture and allied sectors support rural livelihoods in India, and floriculture has emerged as a high-value component of horticulture. Roses are particularly important because of their cultural, ornamental, and commercial uses. This study analyses the rose value chain in Karn...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2026/v32i84428

An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis of the Lived Experience of Social Workers as Psychotherapists in Greece

Triantafyllia Iliopoulou, Georgios Bartzis & Georgios Pilafas · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2026

At present, Greece lacks a statutory framework regulating psychotherapy, creating some uncertainty regarding which professional groups may legitimately provide psychotherapeutic services. The present study explored how Greek social workers trained in psychotherapy experience and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2026/v32i84429

Construction and Structural Evaluation of a Mobile Floating Platform in Reservoir

Kuldip G. Pithiya, Smit R. Lende, Vishesh S. Kshatriya, Upasana D. Vyas, Sagar N. Dhimmar, Kishan V. Sakariya, Rushiraj J. Rana, Bharat A. Kandoriya & Kiran Modi · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2026

The study aimed to design, construct and structurally evaluate a mobile floating platform for reservoir-based research activities at Ukai Reservoir, Gujarat, India. The platform measured 16 × 36 ft and was fabricated from 2 × 2 inch galvanised iron square pipes, with an inner fra...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2026/v32i84430

The Effects of Modern Fashion on Traditional Zambian Dress Culture: A Study of Selected Secondary Schools in Lusaka District, Zambia

Malvern Kanyati, Emmanuel Malichi, Annie Phiri & Chidothi Ngoma · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2026

The interplay between modern fashion and traditional Zambian dress culture reflects a complex dynamic that underscores the challenges of preserving cultural heritage in a rapidly globalising world. This study explores the transformative effects of modern fashion trends on Zambia’...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/cjast/2026/v45i84742

Nutritional Composition, Lipid Profile, Antioxidant Activity, Quality Characteristics and Sensory Attributes of Mayonnaise from Avocado (Persea americana) and African Pear (Dacryodes edulis) Oil Blends

Udo, Ifiok Ikpeme, Ntukidem, Victor. Edet, Udoh, Iniobong Enefiok, Enidiok, Sunday Edet & Okon, Hope Aniedi · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2026

Growing consumer demand for healthier functional foods has increased interest in plant-derived oils rich in beneficial fatty acids and antioxidant compounds. Avocado and African pear oils are promising tropical fruit oils with valuable nutritional and bioactive properties that ma...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i82127

Design and Evaluation of a Lightweight, Low-Cost Hybrid Solar–Wind Energy Harvesting System for Portable Power Generation in Long-term Hiking

Dominick Chang · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2026

Reliable access to electrical power remains a major challenge during long-distance hiking and expedition travel in which grid electricity is unavailable. This study presents the design, construction, and experimental evaluation of a lightweight, low-cost hybrid solar–wind energy...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/cjast/2026/v45i94743