Sustainable textile wastewater remediation using nano zerovalent aluminum for organic removal and pathogen inactivation
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Ahmed S. Mahmoud, Robert W. Peters, Mohamed K. Mostafa
Abstract This study addresses the critical textile wastewater treatment gap by developing nano zerovalent aluminum (nZVAl) as a dual-functional solution for simultaneous organic degradation and …
Hydrolytic stress degradation study and concomitant HPTLC estimation of thioctic acid and biotin in their combined capsules: greenness, blueness and whiteness assessment
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Dina Salah El-Kafrawy, Amira H. Abo-Gharam
Stability testing and quality control assessment of active substances in single-pill combinations represent real challenges to drug analysts. This analytical challenge becomes more difficult when …
A robust framework for evaluating green mines towards sustainable development
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Eman A. Sayed, Ahmed M. Ali, Ibrahim Alrashdi
The development of green mines is essential for promoting sustainability in the mining sector due to the significant ecological impacts of resource extraction. This study …
Exploring compositional and predicted functional alterations of gut microbiota in H. pylori infection
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Noha Salah Soliman, May S. Soliman, Heba Sherif Abdel Aziz
H. pylori infection is prevalent worldwide having detrimental effects on the gastrointestinal tract. H. pylori has been linked to compositional variations in gastric microbiota, with …
Optimizing direct acid leaching of Egyptian kaolin for aluminum extraction and value-added adsorbent production for water treatment applications
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Elsayed Ali Drweesh, Eman A.M. Elzahany, Ahmed Tawfik
Abstract Aranda Mastin technology (AMT) is an emerging industry focused on the extracting aluminum from secondary sources, amid the decline of traditional bauxite resources. However, …
Socio-demographic correlates of booking antenatal care in first trimester among pregnant women in Tanzania. Insights from Tanzania demographic health survey 2022
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Gladys Reuben Mahiti, Suleiman Chombo, Pankras Luoga
Background In Tanzania, only 34% of pregnant women come for antenatal care (ANC) in first trimester hence miss an opportunity to be checked and get …
Radiolabeling and evaluation of 64+67Cu-2,2’-(1,2,4-Oxadiazole-3,5-diyl)di aniline as a theranostic agent for solid tumors
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Mohamed A. Gizawy, Mohammed Salah Ayoup, Ahmad S. Kodous
Abstract Copper-64 ( 64 Cu) and Copper-67 ( 67 Cu) are promising theranostic isotopes for PET imaging and targeted radiotherapy. In this study, 2,2’-(1,2,4-Oxadiazole-3,5-diyl)di aniline …
High-Risk HPV Persistence and Clearance Patterns Among Women in Ethiopia: A Longitudinal Study
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Brhanu Teka, Adamu Addissie, Adane Mihret
Purpose: High-risk human papillomavirus (hr-HPV) types are the primary cause of cervical and anogenital cancers. Understanding patterns of persistence, clearance, and re-infection is essential, as …
The relationship between emotional intelligence, internet addiction, and psychological well-being among university nursing students
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Nadia Kasem Alaswad, Shymaa Mohammed Sayed Hassan, Saleh Omar Abdullah
BACKGROUND: Internet addiction (IA) is a behavioral condition characterized by impaired impulse control. Although it does not involve substances, it shares features with other behavioral …
Multistage prediction approach of EVs charging performance in smart transportation systems by deep learning technique
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Mustafa M. Abdelaziz, Almoataz Y. Abdelaziz, Ragab A. El‐Sehiemy
Electric Vehicles (EVs) are increasingly recognized as a fundamental component of intelligent transportation systems within smart city frameworks. Therefore, several studies in recent decades have …
Molecular and pathological insights into gene expression and oxidative stress in Clinostomum complanatum and Euclinostomum heterostomum
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Mai A. Salem, Olfat A. Mahdy, Mohamed A. El-Saied
Parasitic infections caused by Clinostomum complanatum and Euclinostomum heterostomum pose significant threats to aquaculture systems and public health. This study examined their molecular, immunological, and …
Synthesis, computational, biological activity and molecular docking study of Co2+, Ni2+ and Cu2+ chelates of a new indolbenzohydrazone NO donor
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Rashy Ezzat Georgy, Mahmoud N. Abd El-Hady, O.A. El‐Gammal
Abstract A novel Schiff base namely, ( Z )-4-((3-cyano-4,6-dimethylpyridin-2-yl)amino)- N ′-(2-oxoindolin-3-ylidene)benzohydrazide (H 2 BISH) (C1) and its corresponding metal acetate chelates; [Co 2 (HBISH)(CH 3 …
Advanced maternal age increases the risk of adverse neonatal outcomes: a comparative study in Ethiopia
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Yonas Mengistu Abebe, Luel Deribe, Addishiwot Fantahun
BACKGROUND: Adverse neonatal outcomes (ANOs), including preterm birth, low birth weight, low Apgar scores, congenital malformations, and early neonatal death, remain a leading cause of …
Scaling parenting programs for early child development in four low- and middle-income countries
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Frances E. Aboud, Carina Omoeva, Rafael Contreras Gomez
Background Although meta-analyses have demonstrated the value of parenting programs to promote child development in low- and middle-income countries, scaling them horizontally and vertically through …
Antibacterial, antibiofilm and cytotoxic properties of Aloe vera-synthesized silver titanium nanoparticles
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Mariam Z. Abouelwafa, Sarra E. Saleh, Mai S. A. Hussien
Abstract The green synthesis of silver (Ag) and titanium dioxide (TiO 2 ) nanoparticles (NPs) is of great interest due to their unique and controllable …
Multi spectroscopic investigations with molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulation of the binding mechanism of molnupiravir to bovine serum albumin
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Fotouh R. Mansour, Nada Elhosary, Samar H. Elagamy
Molnupiravir (MOL) is a recently developed oral antiviral drug. MOL has been clinically evaluated for its efficacy against COVID-19. In this work, we utilize UV-absorption …
Spectroscopic quantification of cyclopentolate using an erythrosine-based resonance rayleigh scattering strategy: application to ophthalmic formulations
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Ahmed A. Abu‐hassan
Cyclopentolate (CYP), an antimuscarinic (anticholinergic) agent, is pharmacologically employed in ophthalmology to induce cycloplegia (temporary paralysis of the ciliary muscle) and mydriasis (pupil dilation) for …
An empirical assessment of material waste drivers and sustainability strategies in Egypt’s construction sector
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Mohammed M. Ghoneim, Ayman Halabya, Osama Moussa
Abstract Material waste in construction is a major global issue with environmental, economic, and social impacts. In Egypt, this problem is more severe due to …
A systematic review on enhancing the technical efficiency of genetically modified maize adoption in Sub-Saharan Africa: the role of agricultural extension services and barriers to success
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Athenkosi Ngqulana, O. I. Oladele, Yanga Nontu
Genetically modified (GM) maize holds significant potential to enhance agricultural productivity, food security, and farm returns. Yet, varying technical efficiency levels have been reported across …
Exploration of African natural products as VP35 inhibitors to combat Marburg virus infection: Molecular docking, molecular dynamics, and quantum mechanical computations
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Alaa H. M. Abdelrahman, Gamal A. H. Mekhemer, Peter A. Sidhom
Marburg virus (MBV) is a highly lethal filovirus responsible for hemorrhagic fever with case fatality rates of up to 88%. MBV was first recognized in …