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Supercritical fluid extraction of four aromatic herbs and assessment of the volatile compositions, bioactive compounds, antibacterial, and anti-biofilm activity
Artemisia arborescens, Artemisia abyssinica , Pulicaria jaubertii , and Pulicaria petiolaris are fragrant herbs traditionally used in medication and as...
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Exploitation of new approach to control of environmental pathogenic bacteria causing bovine clinical mastitis using novel anti-biofilm nanocomposite
New approaches are required for prevention and control of biofilm-producing bacteria and consequently mitigating the health problems of bovine...
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Bacteria from oil contaminated sites as a viable source of potential biosurfactants with anti-microbial and anti-biofilm activities
Biosurfactants are low molecular weight, surface active amphiphatic compounds produced by microorganisms. These molecules could be of wide...
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Cracking the code of seasonal seawater biofouling: enhanced biofouling control with quorum sensing inhibitor-functionalized membranes
Membrane biofouling poses an ongoing challenge in seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) desalination. Here we delved into the impact of seasonal variations...
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Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Saccharothrix algeriensis and Preparation of Antifouling PES Membranes
This project primarily focuses on creating and examining silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) through the combination of Ag 2 SO 4 with a water-based extract...
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The efficacy of chlorine-based disinfectants against planktonic and biofilm bacteria for decentralised point-of-use drinking water
Chlorine solutions are used extensively for the production of biologically safe drinking water. The capability of point-of-use [POU] drinking water...
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Biodegradation of pharmaceutical compounds in industrial wastewater using biological treatment: a comprehensive overview
The indirect ingestion of pharmaceuticals in water has been proven to have adverse effects on humans according to a number of studies. Pharmaceutical...
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Anti-barnacle biofouling coatings for the protection of marine vessels: synthesis and progress
Marine biofouling has gnawed both mobile and non-mobile marine structures since time immemorial, leading to the deterioration of designed operational...
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Polydimethylsiloxane–graphene oxide nanocomposite coatings with improved anti-corrosion and anti-biofouling properties
We demonstrate enhanced anti-corrosion and anti-biofouling properties of graphene oxide–silica–polydimethylsiloxane (GSP) coating on carbon steel...
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Algae-Based Food Technologies
Microalgae are known to produce and accumulate desirable components for human consumption such as vitamins, fatty acids, protein and minerals. With...
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17α-ethynylestradiol (EE2) limits the impact of ibuprofen upon respiration by streambed biofilms in a sub-urban stream
Pharmaceutical compounds such as the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug ibuprofen and the artificial estrogen 17α-ethynylestradiol (EE2) are...
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Biofouling Mitigation Strategies in Membrane Systems for Wastewater Treatment
Membrane technology has grown significantly due to its application in the industrial separation processes, as well as for desalination and wastewater...
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Recent advances in emerging integrated anticorrosion and antifouling nanomaterial-based coating solutions
The rapid progress in the marine industry has resulted in notable challenges related to biofouling and surface corrosion on underwater...
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Bio-waste valorization to formulate an eco-friendly reduced graphene oxide based bio-gel for clinical applications
Agricultural waste, which negatively impacts human health and the environment, can be used as a beneficial precursor for the synthesis of graphene...
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Overview of Rural Domestic Sewage Treatment Technology
Collection, as the premise of treatment, is one of the important factors affecting the efficiency of sewage treatment. According to the experience of...
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Sustainable Management and Advanced Techniques of Synthetic Microfiber Waste Through Circular Economy
The exponential growth of textile industries and the extensive use of synthetic microfiber (MF) based products have led to a substantial rise in...
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Role of Biosurfactants in the Remediation of Emerging Pollutants
Biosurfactants are produced by numerous microorganisms. Such amphiphilic compounds are either extracellular or a part of the cell membrane....
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Ecological insights and potential application of marine filamentous fungi in environmental restoration
Marine ecosystem is a rich energy reservoir supporting diverse lifeforms. Filamentous fungi colonize various substrates of marine ecosystems in the...
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Microbial Biofilms in Wastewater Remediation
The biological treatment uses microorganisms for improving water quality by breaking down undesirable compounds before discharging wastewater into...
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Application of coliphage as biocontrol agent in combination with gamma irradiation to eliminate multi-drug-resistant E. coli in minimally processed vegetables
Biofilm formation is a rising concern in the food industry . Escherichia coli ( E. coli ) is one of the most important food-borne pathogens that can...
