This study evaluates hydrocarbons and heavy metals in water and sediment samples within the up and down streams of Iko River, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The water and sediment samples were collected in triplicate from five designated stations of the up and down streams of the Rive...
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Research Article10.9734/ajocs/2025/v15i4383
Salmonella typhi, a Gram-negative pathogen linked to typhoid disease, has shown concerning patterns of antibiotic resistance, highlighting the need for novel inhibitors. By using predicted Quantitative Structure-Activity Relationship (QSAR) models, this study aimed to identify th...
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Research Article10.9734/ajocs/2025/v15i4382
Alban Gouton HOUNGBEME, Mamadou Samba BARRY, Fodé Salifou SOUMAH, Khadim Dioukhane, Fatoumata Bah, Thierno Diogo SOW, Sanou TOUNKARA & Fernand Ahokanou GBAGUIDI·Asian Journal of Chemical Sciences·2025
Aims: Pain caused by inflammation is a real public health problem. This work aims to contribute to the valorization of Guinean flora by studying the phytochemistry and in vitro anti-inflammatory activity of Tamarindus indica crude extracts. Study Design: The work falls within the...
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Research Article10.9734/ajocs/2025/v15i4381
The study of chemical interaction between biogenic silver nanoparticles and several metal (II) ions have been discussed as a practical colorimetric and plasmon resonance sensing method for the recognition of divalent Zn+2 in aqueous solutions. In this paper, the green synthesized...
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Research Article10.9734/ajocs/2025/v15i4380
Tasar silk, a prominent variety of wild silk, is valued for its strength, luster, and eco-friendly attributes. However, the efficiency of cocoon processing and the quality of the resultant yarn are highly dependent on the cocoon cooking method. Traditional cooking practices often...
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Research Article10.9734/ajocs/2025/v15i4379
The objective of this study was to investigate the phenolic composition, antioxidant activity and organoleptic characteristics of black plum seeds (Vitex doniana) as a coffee substitute. Black plums were harvested in the locality of Yamoussoukro (Côte d’Ivoire), pulped and dried...
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Research Article10.9734/ajocs/2025/v15i3377
This study examines the impact of rusted roofing sheets on the quality of harvested rainwater, addressing its chemical composition, microbial contamination, and potential health risks. Rainwater harvesting is a crucial water source in many regions, but contamination from rusted m...
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Research Article10.9734/ajocs/2025/v15i4378
Ivan Kamal Hamasalih, Ali Mohammed Salih, Auos Saad Taeh Alrubaye, Trifa Kamal Jalal, Abdulrahman Ahmed Mahmood & Mohammed Jamal Ahmed·Asian Journal of Chemical Sciences·2025
Aims: This study seeks to evaluate the ecological risks associated with anticancer drugs in aquatic environments, emphasizing their environmental behavior, toxicity, and persistence. It examines the presence of specific anticancer compounds and assesses their effects on aquatic o...
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Research Article10.9734/ajocs/2025/v15i3376
Several environmental issues are associated with fossil based plastics. These environmental challenges coupled with the finite nature of fossil fuels is the basis for exploring alternative methods of plastic production. Recently, starch from various sources such as cassava, corn,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajocs/2025/v15i3375
Oxidation is a fundamental industrial process due to its ability to produce valuable compounds, particularly the transformation of alcohols into carbonyl derivatives. While extensive research has explored this conversion, limited attention has been given to the kinetic and thermo...
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Research Article10.9734/ajocs/2025/v15i3374