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Fenton-mediated solar-driven photocatalysis of industrial dye effluent with polyaniline impregnated with activated TiO2-Nps
(Elsevier, 2024)Various integrated technologies have been investigated for the remediation of heavily polluted industrial dye effluent. Also, more than 70 % of these dyes are known to be solely azo dyes used in the textile industry ... -
Impact of anthropogenic pollution and artisanal fishing on the population of Tilapia spp. Oreochromis niloticus and Oreochromis amphimelas in Lake Manyara, northern Tanzania
(Springer Nature B.V, 2024-01-17)Lakes are among the main sources of protein and livelihood to huge communities of rural people, and some of them house endemic fish species. The livelihood of about 200,000 rural people depends on Lake Manyara resources ... -
Fish predation affects invertebrate community structure of tropical temporary ponds, with downstream effects on phytoplankton that are obscured by pesticide pollution
(Elsevier Ltd., 2024-02-14)Aquatic biota of tropical temporary ponds typically experience a wide range of stressors that can drive the structure and dynamics of natural communities. Particularly in regions with intense agricultural activity, aquatic ... -
Future Trade-Off for Water Resource Allocation: The Role of Land Cover/Land Use Change
(MDPI, 2024-02-02)Global croplands, pastures, and human settlements Have expanded in recent decades. This is accompanied by large increases in energy, water, and fertilizer consumption, along with considerable losses of biodiversity. In ... -
The hydrochemical evolution and water balance of the emakat lake in the northern crater highland of Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2023-07)This study aimed to ascertain the hydrochemical evolution and water balance of Emakat Lake, of the Empakaai Crater. Water and rock samples were collected from the lake and springs on the inner and outer crater rims, and ... -
Future Trade-Off for Water Resource Allocation: The Role of Land Cover/Land Use Change
(MDPI, 2024-02-02)Global croplands, pastures, and human settlements Have expanded in recent decades. This is accompanied by large increases in energy, water, and fertilizer consumption, along with considerable losses of biodiversity. In ... -
Future Trade-Off for Water Resource Allocation: The Role of Land Cover/Land Use Change
(MDPI, 2024-02-02)Global croplands, pastures, and human settlements Have expanded in recent decades. This is accompanied by large increases in energy, water, and fertilizer consumption, along with considerable losses of biodiversity. In ... -
Effects of Raw and Different Calcined Bentonite on Durability and Mechanical Properties of Cement Composite Material2024
(Elsevier, 2024-02-22)Bentonite is a natural pozzolanic material mostly composed of SiO2 and employed in cementing materials for the reduction of cement consumption and CO2 emission besides improving perfor- mance of cement composite material ... -
The Assessment of Heavy Metals and Natural Radioactivity in the Phosphate Tailings at Minjingu Mines in Tanzania
(Journal of Ecological Engineering, 2024-04-12)Extraction and processing of the phosphate rocks has produced a massive amount of waste and posed a significant environmental concern. The majority of wastes generated in the fertiliser industry are overburden or waste ... -
High-frequency dynamics of pH, dissolved oxygen, and temperature in the coastal ecosystems of the Tanga- Pemba Seascape: implications for upwelling-enhanced ocean acidification and deoxygenation
(Frontiers, 2024-01-08)Ocean acidification, deoxygenation, and warming are three interconnected global change challenges caused by increased anthropogenic carbon emissions. These issues present substantial threats to marine organisms, ecosystems, ... -
Frequentist and Bayesian Approaches in Modeling and Prediction of Extreme Rainfall Series: A Case Study from Southern Highlands Region of Tanzania
(Hindawi, 2024-01-30)This study focuses on modeling and predicting extreme rainfall based on data from the Southern Highlands region, the critical for rain-fed agriculture in Tanzania. Analyzing 31 years of annual maximum rainfall data ... -
Modelling and optimization of multiple replacement of supplementary cementitious materials for cement composite by response surface method.
(Elsevier Ltd., 2024-03-07)Supplementary cementitious materials are beneficial in improving performance and lessening the cement con- sumption with highly lessening CO2 emission. Many researchers used blast furnace slag, bentonite, and active limestone ... -
Thermal Performance and Technoeconomic Analysis of Solar-Assisted Heat Pump Dryer Integrated with Energy Storage Materials for Drying Cavendish Banana (Musa acuminata)
(Hindawi, 2024-02-02)This study examines a novel solar-assisted heat pump dryer integrated with a thermal energy storage system using soapstone as storage material. The dryer is investigated through experimental analysis across three operating ... -
Carbon dioxide removal using a novel adsorbent derived from calcined eggshell waste for biogas upgrading
(ELSEVIER, 2023-11-22)The existence of CO2 in biogas limits its utilization in engines by lowering its energy value and density. It contributes to global warming which is a major concern globally. The elimination of CO2 content from biogas will ... -
Effect of Natural Pozzolana on Physical and Mechanical Properties of Concrete
(Hindawi, 2024-02-13)Construction industries are rapidly growing, sacking high amounts of concrete which has a highly dense microstructure with excellent mechanical properties, more durable, and highly eco-friendly materials. Hence, many of ... -
Tanning capacity of Tessmannia burttii extracts: the potential eco-friendly tanning agents for the leather industry
(2021-05-15)In the present study, the tannins from stem and root barks of Tessmannia burttii Harms (Caesalpiniaceae), a plant species abundantly growing in Tanzania and other parts of Africa, were investigated for their suitability ... -
Facile biosynthesis of Ag–ZnO nanocomposites using Launaea cornuta leaf extract and their antimicrobial activity
(NM-AIST, 2013-11-14)The quest to synthesize safe, non-hazardous Ag–ZnO nanoomposites (NCs) with improved physical and chemical prop- erties has necessitated green synthesis approaches. In this research, Launaea cornuta leaf extract was ... -
Enhancing Innovation and Collaboration in the Leather Processing Industry: A Case Study of the KIWANGO Leather Cluster
(NM-AIST, 2013)In the era of Industry 4.0, fostering innovation through strong collaboration among universities, industry, and government is crucial. However, the Tanzanian economy has faced challenges due to weak links between these ... -
Uranium Dissemination with Phosphate Fertilizers Globally: A Systematic Review with Focus on East Africa
(MDPI, 2024-01-09)Growing concern has been expressed about uranium (U) accumulation in agricultural soils caused by the long-term application of mineral fertilizers. More than 80% of naturally occurring U transfers from phosphate rock ... -
Characterization of soil health and nutrient content status across the North-East Maasai Landscape, Arusha Tanzania
(Elsevier B.V., 2024-01-19)Soil fertility management has been a great challenge to smallholder farmers in the Northern Tanzania, especially in the Maasai landscape. Therefore understanding the nutrient status become important to forecast ...