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Tuberculosis (TB), caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb), remains a global health burden, particularly due to multidrug-resistant (MDR) and extensively drug-resistant (XDR) strains. Rifampicin, a frontline anti-TB drug that inhibits RNA polymera...

Hazelnut (Corylus avellana L.) shells, typically discarded as agro-industrial by-products, represent a potentially valuable source of bioactive polyphenolic compounds with significant antioxidant properties. This study aimed to evaluate and compare t...

In this study, a series of Ag/Co-HA catalysts were synthesized using a plasma-assisted method. Plasma is a partially ionized gas composed of electrons, ions, neutral molecules, free radicals, photons, and excited-state substances, which can serve as...

Selective functionalisation of inert C(sp³)–H bonds in alkanes and cycloalkanes remains one of the main challenges in the field of environmentally sustainable chemistry. This review provides a critical assessment of current catalytic strategies...

Thallium is one of the most toxic elements on the planet, and one alternative method for its precipitation is through jarosite-type compounds. Therefore, in this work, the kinetics of thallium jarosite were evaluated in an alkaline medium (NaOH and C...

Traditional carriers play a major role in wastewater treatment worldwide due to their reliability, ease of production, well-established analytical methods, and strong treatment performance. Recent studies indicate that polyvinyl-alcohol-based microca...

The conversion of alkanes/alkenes into useful intermediates is highly important in the chemical industry. In this study, the physicochemical properties and catalytically active forms of bismuth molybdates (BiMo) were investigated using the selective...

Antisolvent crystallization is a promising method for recovering rare earth elements (REEs). While it offers high theoretical yields of Y₂(SO₄)₃·nH₂O from aqueous leach solutions, the recovery is constrained by kinetic limitations. This study...

Maintaining stable pressure in the oxidation–compressor section of purified terephthalic acid (PTA) plants is essential for ensuring efficient and reliable operation. Conventional single-loop proportional integral derivative (PID) controllers f...

Growing environmental concern over plastic pollution has increased the need to address the persistence of PET-derived monomers, such as bis(2-hydroxyethyl) terephthalate (BHET) and terephthalic acid (TPA). This work examines the use of excimer radiat...

Brief treatment of a bottled young dry red wine with low-intensity natural emissions in the mid-infrared and far-infrared/near-microwave regions of the electromagnetic spectrum resulted in moderate changes in the concentrations of certain odorants in...

Mixing processes in stirred tanks are widely applied across various industries, but still offer significant potential for optimization. A promising strategy is the use of double-stage impeller setups instead of conventional single impellers. While mu...

Soapstock (SS), a by-product of vegetable oil refining, is a promising source of a mixture of mono-, di-, triglycerides, and free fatty acids (MDTG-FFA), a valuable feedstock for biodiesel production. In this study, the selective extraction of MDTG-F...

Green technologies are actively being used to produce nanosized zinc oxide, which is in demand for water purification processes to remove pollutants. Despite the success of the green synthesis of ZnO nanoparticles, no scientific approach exists for s...

Spent coffee grounds (SCG) are an abundant, carbon-rich residue that can be valorized through thermochemical conversion into biochar. Conventional CO₂ activation is typically performed in a two-step process, which is time- and energy-consuming. This...

Modern processes to produce rare-earth elements, strategic metals, and nuclear fuel reprocessing require highly efficient liquid–liquid extraction in systems characterized by high viscosity, elevated interfacial tension, and small density diffe...

Brazil is one of the richest countries in biodiversity, with biomes that host countless native species of ecological and economic relevance. Among its native fruits, mangaba (Hancornia speciosa) stands out for its nutritional relevance. However, its...

The sustainable management of sewage sludge remains a key environmental challenge for rapidly urbanizing regions such as Kazakhstan. This study explores the potential of sewage sludge-derived biochar as an efficient, low-cost adsorbent for removing R...

Although carbon filters (CF) can exhibit limited adsorption/selectivity for certain emerging pollutants and operating conditions, incorporating carbon–metal-oxide composites provides a platform to study how surface chemistry, charge distributio...

This study compares the extraction of oils and bioactive compounds from Acmella oleracea using supercritical CO₂, pressurized R-134a, and propane under systematically designed experimental conditions. Extraction yields ranged from 1.16–3.35% fo...

The coexistence of plastics and metal-based materials in aquatic systems introduces complex interfacial processes that influence pollutant speciation and mobility. This study investigates the role of polystyrene (PS) in promoting UV-induced dissoluti...

Crude distillation units operate as the most energy-intensive refinery operations and generate substantial carbon dioxide emissions. This research models the crude distillation system through its three main components: the atmospheric distillation un...

The elimination of toxic and long-lasting dyes like crystal violet (CV) from wastewater continues to be a major environmental challenge. Considering this, in this study, a novel amine-modified adsorbent was synthesized by functionalizing ZIF-67 with...

Refinery blending is a routine operation, yet small changes in crude mix can strongly affect product yield and fuel quality. In this work, Aspen HYSYS v12.1 was used to model and optimize the blending of four Nigerian crude oils—Antan, Usan, Bo...

We present a theoretical and numerical framework for computing asymmetric two-dimensional droplet shapes on surfaces with a sharp wetting boundary separating regions of distinct contact angles. Through Lagrange multiplier analysis of the constrained...

Photocatalytic degradation of organic molecules using TiO₂ has attracted attention in wastewater treatment because it can decompose organic compounds that are difficult to decompose by other methods. Meanwhile, efficient photocatalytic water treatmen...

This study conducted a comprehensive comparison of two green extraction methods, microwave-assisted extraction (MAE) and ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE), for recovering bioactive phenolic compounds from Pinus pinaster bark. The goal was to valor...

The dual imperative of mitigating carbon emissions and maximizing hydrocarbon recovery has amplified global interest in carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) technologies. These integrated processes hold significant promise for achieving ne...

This study examines the fast pyrolysis of rosehip seed waste (RSW) in a fluidized bed reactor, evaluating its potential for syngas production and effective waste valorization. The fluidization behavior of sand/RSW mixtures was characterized by determ...

The energy–water–carbon (EWC) nexus has become a critical concern for industrial systems seeking sustainable development, yet existing assessment approaches often require intensive computation and lack practical adaptability. This study p...

Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) was used to investigate influence of different gas sparger configurations and the presence of horizontal baffles on hydrodynamic characteristics in a flat bubble column. CFD results of time-averaged local and global...

Sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) have arisen as a potential alternative to lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) as a result of the abundant availability of sodium resources at low production costs, making them in line with the United Nations Sustainable Developme...

Corrosion of carbon steel in acidic media remains a critical challenge during acidizing operations. This study evaluates carrot and rosemary extracts—individually and in combination—as green corrosion inhibitors for carbon steel in 1 M HC...

This study investigates the formulation and optimization of acid-stable water-in-oil-in-water (W/O/W) double emulsions stabilized by sodium caseinate (NaCN)–xanthan gum (XG) complexes, with the aim of developing a natural biopolymer-based deliv...

Monte Carlo methods offer a fast, cost-effective approach for modeling environmental systems influenced by random variability. This study applied them to three abiotic cases: (I) water quality in a lentic surface water source, (II) sizing of a homoge...

Having high porosity and biocompatibility, carbon-based materials are promising candidates for tissue engineering applications, particularly as substitutes for biological tissues. This study investigates the growth and viability of osteoblasts on fou...

This study aims to estimate the organic load of oily wastewater by using Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) measurements, addressing the analytical challenges posed by the hydrophobic, nonpolar, and often emulsified nature of Fats, oil and grease (FOG). Th...

Mining is associated with specific heavy metals (HMs), including cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), copper (Cu), iron (Fe), and other toxic metals. These metals contaminate water and accumulate in both children and adults at varying concentrations, resulting i...

To develop a novel pH-responsive multifunctional wound dressing, this study designed a ferulic acid (FA)–cellulose-grafted polymer that leverages the pH-responsive properties of FA. This polymer enables the rapid detection of pH fluctuations in...

This study investigates the valorization of two agri-food residues, specifically olive pomace (alperujo, A) and banana peel (B), into efficient N-doped carbon-based catalysts for polluted wastewater treatment. The residues were converted into hydroch...

Hemp (Cannabis sativa) seed oil is recognized as a valuable oil due to its beneficial fatty acid profile, which includes a favorable balance of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids, making it highly desirable for edible and bioproduct applications. Crude...

An effective approach to maintaining uninterrupted coolant flow in heat supply systems—and thereby reducing energy consumption—is to prevent the formation of corrosion-scale deposits on the inner surfaces of metal pipes. This is typically...

This study presents a comprehensive investigation of copper extraction from chalcopyrite concentrate using choline chloride–malonic acid (ChCl:Ma) deep eutectic solvent (DES) through an integrated experimental and modeling approach. The work be...

The application range of a two-phase loop thermosyphon (TPLT) includes electronics cooling and heating and ventilation (HVAC) systems. Combining data center heat removal with HVAC systems can be beneficial in terms of reducing energy use and greenhou...

In this study, we investigated the impact of incorporating energetic substituents such as –NO₂, –NH₂, –Cl, –F, N-methyl-N-nitro (CH₃–N–NO₂), and picryl on the detonation performance and stability of acridone-based...

A numerical model was developed to simulate a fluidized bed reactor for isobutane dehydrogenation. First, we constructed a hydrodynamic model of catalyst particle fluidization and a kinetic model for three chemical reactions in a simple lab-scale rea...

Static mixers are widely used devices for efficient fluid mixing, homogenization, and enhancement of heat transfer, with applications ranging from chemical processing and pharmaceutical manufacturing to wastewater treatment. This review provides a st...

Developing efficient photocatalysts is essential for sustainable wastewater treatment and tackling global water pollution. Graphitic carbon nitride (g-C₃N₄) is a promising material because it is active under visible light and chemically stable. Howev...

Rotating packed beds (RPBs) have recently attracted significant attention as a promising approach to intensify the performance of traditional packed columns. Although many lab-scale experimental and numerical studies on RPBs are available in the lite...

The purpose of this study is to develop a multiphysical model of agglomeration of low-grade phosphorites with the addition of phosphate-siliceous shales and oil sludge. To achieve these tasks, a numerical approach was used in the COMSOL Multiphysics...