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Uranium in phosphate rocks and mineral fertilizers applied to agricultural soils in East Africa
(Springer Link, 2022-12-11)
Phosphate rock, pre-concentrated phosphate ore, is the primary raw material for the production of mineral phosphate fertilizer. Phosphate rock is among the fifth most mined materials on earth, and it is also mined and ...
A comprehensive review on the decontamination of lead(II) from water and wastewater by low-cost biosorbents
(Royal Society of Chemistry, 2022-04-12)
The disadvantages of conventional methods in water and wastewater management including the demand
for high energy consumption, the creation of secondary toxic sludge, and operation cost are much too high
for developing ...
Investigation of sediment source and delivery dynamics in an east African hydropower reservoir using sediment tracing technology
(NM-AIST, 2022-03)
This study aimed to reconstruct the sedimentation rates over time and identify the changing
sources of sediment in a major hydropower reservoir in Tanzania, the Nyumba ya Mungu
(NYM). The study also aimed to evaluate ...
Risk assessment of heavy metals in water and sediments in the Mara river and its tributaries
(NM-AIST, 2022-07)
The present study assessed the levels of As, Cd, Cr, Hg, and Pb in water and sediments from the
Mara River and its tributaries in Tanzania. The Mara River has recently been exposed to
anthropogenic activities including, ...
Inorganic Nanocarriers: Surface Functionalization, Delivery Utility for Natural Therapeutics - A Review
(Scientific.Net, 2022-08)
Inorganic nanocarriers for a decade have increased interest in nanotechnology research platform as versatile drug delivery materials. The utility of the inorganic nanocarriers for delivery of therapeutic agents is attributed ...
Assessment of Groundwater Quality under Changing Climate in Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2022-07)
Understanding the hydrochemical composition of water resources in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA, Dodoma, Tanzania) related to climate variability is essential for sustainable development. Thus, the current study ...
Comprehensive assessment of heat pump dryers for drying agricultural products
(Wiley Online Library, 2022-11-22)
Fruits and vegetables are agricultural products that require preservation to enhance and protect shelf life, encapsulate natural flavour, and retain nutritional content. Globally, agricultural products are preserved by a ...
Rheological and Physicochemical Analysis of Nonedible Oils Used for Biodiesel Production
(ACS Omega, 2022-10-13)
Rheological and physicochemical characteristics of edible oils used for biodiesel production are well established; nonetheless, the rheological and physicochemical characteristics of nonedible oils are yet to be established. ...
What influences individuals to invest in improved sanitation services and hygiene behaviours in a small town? A formative research study in Babati, Tanzania
(PLOS ONE, 2022-07-21)
Sub-Sahara African countries face immense challenges in ensuring adequate sanitation and hygiene behaviours to the rapidly growing populations. Attempts to address these challenges require empirical evidence to inform ...
Contribution of Illicit Drug Use to Pharmaceutical Load in the Environment: A Focus on Sub-Saharan Africa
(Hindawi, 2022-07-08)
Illicit drug abuse and addiction are universal issues requiring international cooperation and interdisciplinary and multisectoral
solutions. ese addictive substances are utilized for recreational purposes worldwide, ...