Nano-sized ZnO was synthesized using a tetranuclear Zn(II) pyromellitate salt with the general formula [Zn4(H2B4C)2.5(OH)3(H2O)5] as a precursor. The precursor was synthesized under room temperature precipitation technique using zinc acetate dihydrate and 1,2,4,5-benzenetetracarb...
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Research Article10.9734/jmsrr/2026/v9i2478
This research addressed the dual challenge of sustainable waste management through the reuse of used engine oil and the continuous demand for innovative high-strength concrete (HSC) production methods. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of used engine oil on pro...
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Research Article10.9734/jmsrr/2026/v9i2477
The transition to sustainable, energy-efficient masonry has renewed interest in stabilized earth-based bricks as alternatives to fired clay bricks. This study focused on a comparative study of engineering properties of fired and unfired hollow clay bricks stabilized with lime and...
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Research Article10.9734/jmsrr/2026/v9i2476
Cement production contributes approximately 5–8% of global CO₂ emissions, while the timber industry generates substantial sawdust waste, presenting dual environmental challenges. This study investigates the mechanical, durability, and environmental performance of concrete incorpo...
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Research Article10.9734/jmsrr/2026/v9i2475
The demand for eco-friendly reagents in minerals flotation is rising. Conventional frothers, while effective for flotation processes, are synthetic, raising environmental and sustainability concerns. Green frothers act as eco-friendly substitutes, reducing ecological impacts and...
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Research Article10.9734/jmsrr/2026/v9i2474
Prosthetic socket fabrication is shifting toward the use of natural fiber-reinforced composites. Coconut fiber, a biodegradable and locally available agro-waste material, has shown promise when combined with resins like epoxy, polyester, and bio-resins to create strong and lightw...
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Research Article10.9734/jmsrr/2026/v9i2473
Aims: This study investigates the effect of partial substitution of 10% cement with varying compositions of nano-silica fines (NS) and rice husk ash (RHA) on the mechanical performance of laterite concrete. Methodology: Physical tests were performed on the constituent materials w...
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Research Article10.9734/jmsrr/2026/v9i2472
Phthalates, under the list of an endocrine disruptor and persistent organic pollutants is identified by its contamination of the environment and toxicities. In this research, the distribution of selected phthalates was identified in the sampling site to discover their presence an...
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Research Article10.9734/jmsrr/2026/v9i2471
The rapid growth of plastic packaging has intensified environmental pressures linked to persistence, littering, and complex end-of-life management. Among bio-based alternatives, starch remains attractive due to renewability, film-forming capacity, and broad biodegradability; howe...
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Research Article10.9734/jmsrr/2026/v9i1470
This study reports the optical and plasmonic properties of unconventional transition metal nanoparticles (UTM-NPs), which include Ti, Mo, Rh, Zn, Ta, Sc, Au, Ag and Re by analyzing their quality factor (Q-factor), dielectric constants and plasma frequency across a nanoparticle si...
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Research Article10.9734/jmsrr/2026/v9i1469