Lead biosorption from industrial wastewater using Cladophora
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Alaa M. Metwally, Samia Ahmed Aly, Sarah O. Makled
Abstract Discharge of wastewater containing lead ions poses serious risks to plants, aquatic organisms, and human health. Conventional heavy metal removal methods, such as membrane …
Exploring the Structural, Optical, and electrochemical behavior of semicarbazone pyranoquinoline ligand (PQMHC) and its Cu(II) complex for efficient hydrogen peroxide sensing
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A. A. El-Saady, A.A.M. Farag, Magdy A. Ibrahim
The structural, morphological, and optical features of a newly synthesized PQMHC ligand and its Cu(II)-coordinated complex were thoroughly investigated using powder X-ray diffraction (XRD), field …
Revisiting agricultural policies in Morocco through the lens of virtual water trade: a literature review
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Mounsif Ridaoui, Aziz Razzouki, Mohamed Oudgou
Morocco, a semi-arid country and a recognized climate change hotspot, faces increasing water scarcity, with renewable water resources estimated at 22 billion m 3 in …
Investigating sand dunes flora conservation based on remote sensing and predictive modeling in the Mediterranean coastal region, Egypt
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Mohamed M. El-Khalafy, Wael Mostafa, Yassin M. Al‐Sodany
Climate change and anthropogenic activities present significant long-term threats to global biodiversity. To effectively reduce species loss, conservation strategies must rely on detailed insights into …
High-precision crop recommendation system with stacking ensemble classifiers for optimizing agricultural productivity
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Rania A. Ahmed, Walid El‐Shafai, Zeinab A. Ahmed
Crop productivity is crucial for farmers and economy worldwide. Factors such as fertilization, weather, and climate have a significant impact on yields. To improve crop …
Mechanical performance and gamma attenuation capability of sustainable pozzolanic cement incorporating basalt under different curing regimes
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Ahmed Abd Al-Aziz, Fouad I. El-Hosiny, Alaa Mohsen
Abstract This study introduces basalt powder as a novel supplementary cementitious material (SCM) to address the growing scarcity of conventional ones such as silica fume, …
Harnessing natural feed additives for sustainable production and economics: the role of Thymus vulgaris L. oil as an antimicrobial agent and a growth promoter in improving production and health of broiler chickens
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A.M. Saied, Adel I. Attia, Fayiz M. Reda
Introduction This study examined the effects of adding thyme oil (TO) to broiler diets on growth performance, intestinal health, immune organ indices, blood biochemical parameters, …
Antimicrobial resistance and genomic characterization of Staphylococcus aureus in ready-to-eat foods from Mangaung Metro Municipality
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Ponts’o Letuka, Sebolelo Jane Nkhebenyane, Tsepo Ramatla
Human staphylococcal food poisoning is caused by a range of heat-stable staphylococcal enterotoxins that are released into food by Staphylococcus aureus . Additionally, antimicrobial resistance …
Mesoporous biochar reshapes soil water dynamics under shallow groundwater: interactions with nitrogen management
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Maha Elbana, Rawia F. Gamal, Mohammed Ahmed El-Shirbeny
Shallow groundwater tables influence nearly one-quarter of global croplands, yet the role of biochar in such hydropedological settings remains poorly understood. This study investigated how …
Integrating geospatial mapping and stakeholders’ perception on sustainable flood solutions in a typical coastal megacity of Nigeria: a SWOT-AHP approach
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Opeyemi Aniramu, Oluwagbenga Orimoogunje
The study involved the identification of urban flood-prone areas, followed by surface inundation mapping and the development of strategic flood solutions using an integrated approach. …
Moringa oleifera potential for the treatment and prevention of COVID-19 involving molecular interaction, antioxidant properties and kinetic mechanism
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Mamoudou Hamadou, Christian Bernard Bakwo Bassogog, Fookalbo Vagai Obadias
The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the emergence of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in 2019, has led to a global state of emergency declared by the World …
Microbial and biotechnological approaches to harness agricultural wastes for sustainable phosphorus management in crop production
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Malika Oubohssaine, Karim Rabeh, Mohamed Hnini
Global phosphorus (P) management faces critical challenges driven by rising demand, inefficient fertilizer use, and environmental degradation. The depletion of finite phosphate rock reserves, coupled …
Sustaining rural livelihoods through participatory water governance: a review of community-driven water resource management models in East and Central Africa
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Meserecordias Wilfred Lema
This study reviews experiences across East and Central Africa testing community-driven arrangements for adaptively managing water resources according to local needs through participatory ownership and …
Larvicidal effects of selected medicinal plant extracts against Anopheles arabiensis, Anopheles stephensi, and Aedes aegypti
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Negesse Gebissa, Ketema Tolossa, Araya Gebresilassie
Abstract Background The emergence of resistance to synthetic (chemical) insecticides along with their harmful effects on human health, non-target organisms and the environment necessitates the …
Multimodal deep learning ensemble framework for skin cancer detection
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Mayar Ashraf Saeed, Yasmine Mohamed Afify, Nagwa L. Badr
Skin cancer is the abnormal growth of skin cells, most often developing on skin exposed to the sun. It is among the most fatal forms …
Optimized cascaded regulation strategy for robust automatic generation control in renewable-integrated power networks
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Kareem M. AboRas, Mohammed Hassan EL-Banna, Ahmed M. EL-Wakil
Ensuring stability of both voltage and frequency in linked power networks (LPNs) is a critical challenge, primarily due to their nonlinear dynamics and load variability. …
Convolutional neural network approach for automated well zonation in the Lower Bahariya member north Western Desert Egypt
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Khaled Saleh, Walid M. Mabrouk, Aly Metwally
Accurate well-to-well stratigraphic zonation is fundamental to subsurface reservoir characterization, particularly in geologically complex settings such as tidal channel systems where lithological variability and discontinuous …
Burden of scabies in displacement settings: A systematic review and meta-analysis among forcibly displaced populations
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Gelila Yitageasu, Angwach Abrham Asnake, Alemayehu Kasu Gebrehana
BACKGROUND: By the end of 2024, an estimated 123.2 million people were forcibly displaced due to conflict and persecution, with 80% residing in low- and …
Comparison of machine learning classification and regression models for prediction of academic performance among postgraduate public health students
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Amira Sayed, Mostafa Ahmed Arafa, Nessrin El-Nimr
Machine learning (ML) is an artificial intelligence tool that focuses on learning by generating models using established algorithms that represent a given dataset. It can …
Electrical properties of PVA/PANI/LiI composite membranes
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Ahmed Al-Shahat Eissa, Eman M. Kamar, M.A. Mousa
Abstract This study centers on polyvinyl alcohol and polyaniline films infused with lithium iodide as polymer electrolyte membranes that conduct ions for various electrochemical applications. …