The Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology: Recent submissions
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Uncovering socioeconomic insights of solar dryers for sustainable agricultural product preservation: A systematic review
(Cellpress, 2024-11-27)This review explores solar dryers' use for agricultural products, focusing on their socioeconomic benefits in the community. Despite significant technical advancements in solar dryers, there is a notable lack of documentation ... -
Solvothermal liquefaction of orange peels into biocrude: An experimental investigation of biocrude yield and energy compositional dependency on process variables
(Elsevier, 2024-01)The efficient valorization of biomass for energy-derived biocrudes is essential for effective waste management. However, the production of biocrudes with high energy and reduced oxygen contents during the liquefaction ... -
Optimization of solvothermal liquefaction of water hyacinth over PTFE-acid mediated kaolin catalyst for enhanced biocrude production
(Elsevier, 2024-03-01)The invasive nature of water hyacinth and the need for renewable energy sources have necessitated this research. Catalyst development through enhanced pore structure and process parameters optimization are requirements for ... -
Optimized Tilted Solar Radiation in Equator Region: Case Study of Seven Climatic Zones in Tanzania
(Shahrood University of Technology, 2024-04-05)This study delves into the ongoing discourse surrounding the optimal tilt angles for solar panels to maximize solar PV power generation. Focused on seven equatorial regions in Tanzania; Dodoma, Dar es Salaam, Kilimanjaro, ... -
Optimal design and analysis of a grid-connected hybrid renewable energy system using HOMER Pro: A case study of Tumbatu Island, Zanzibar
(SCI, 2024-04-04)This study addresses the pressing issue of quality electricity access in remote regions, with a specific focus on Tumbatu Island in Tanzania. Most studies on quality improvement concentrate on low-voltage distribution lines ... -
Design of a Cooling System Integrated with Ultraviolet Light for Preservation of Fruits and Vegetables at Variable Tropical Weather Conditions: A Case Study of Arusha, Tanzania
(AJOL, 2023-09-30)Post-harvest losses of fruits and vegetables pose significant challenges, especially in tropical climates. This study introduces the development and performance evaluation of a solar-powered evaporative cooling storage ... -
Comprehensive Analysis of Fuel Properties of Adansonia digitata Methyl Ester with the Influence of Nanoparticle Additives Extracted from an Agricultural Waste
(Springer Nature Link, 2022-02-06)Purpose This paper reports the results of experimental investigations on the influence of the addition of silica nanoparticles extracted from rice husk (an agricultural waste) on the major physicochemical properties of ... -
Electrosorption of paraquat pesticide on activated carbon modified by aluminium oxide (Al2O3) with capacitive deionization
(Elsevier, 2024-03-01)Composite electrode materials for removing paraquat from contaminated water were synthesized by loading aluminium oxide (Al2O3) onto activated carbon (AC) via co-precipitation method. The composite properties were investigated ... -
Solvothermal liquefaction of orange peels into biocrude: An experimental investigation of biocrude yield and energy compositional dependency on process variables
(Elsevier, 2024-01)The efficient valorization of biomass for energy-derived biocrudes is essential for effective waste management. However, the production of biocrudes with high energy and reduced oxygen contents during the liquefaction ... -
Potential of Canna indica in Constructed Wetlands for Wastewater Treatment: A Review
(MDPI, 2022-08-11)This article reviews investigations in which Canna indica was utilized in constructed wetlands (CW) for wastewater treatment of a variety types. It is strongly urged that ornamental flowering plants be used in CWs as ... -
The effect of Helichrysum shrub encroachment on orchids in a tropical, montane grassland ecosystem, Tanzania
(CSIRO PUBLISHING, 2024-11-08)Context Although shrub encroachment is a common phenomenon in grasslands, which often suppress co-existing herbaceous plants, little is known about how encroaching native shrubs affect endemic and threatened orchid ... -
Application of sustainability indicators for the evaluation and selection of robust organic-rich wastewater treatment technology for resource recovery
(AIMS Press, 2024-10-29)A comparative study was conducted to compare the performance of waste stabilization ponds (WSPs) with an upflow operation type advanced facultative pond integrated with constructed wetland (AFP-CW) technologies. Our aim ... -
Adsorptive Removal of Heavy Metals from Wastewater Using Low-Cost Adsorbents Derived from Agro-based Materials.
(Springer Nature, 2024-03-29)Recently, anthropogenic activities have evolved into sources of pollution, particularly when it comes to the discharge of harmful heavy metals into the natural environment. As a result, the concentration of diverse heavy ... -
Analysis of spatio-temporal climate variability of a shallow lake catchment in Tanzania
(IWA Publishing, 2021)This study analyzed the trends and spatio-temporal variability in rainfall and temperature, and the length of the rainy season (LRS) in the Lake Manyara catchment, Tanzania, covering a period between 1988 and 2018 using ... -
Biochars derived from banana and mango peels in isolated systems revealed high removal efficiency of endocrine-disrupting compounds from water.
(Springer Nature, 2024-10-01)This study investigated the effectiveness of biochar derived from banana and disrupting endocrine-disrupting compounds (EDCs) from water in isolated systems. The study aimed to provide an eco-friendly solution for water ... -
“Tree of life”: how baobab seed-derived biochar could lead to water safety for underprivileged communities through heavy metal (Fe) removal – SDG 6
(Royal science of chemistry, 2024-09-24)The abnormally gigantic baobab tree (Adansonia digitata) is often referred to as the “Tree of Life” due to its ability to provide food, water, shelter, and traditional medicine for both humans and animals in arid ... -
Ecological consequences of microplastic pollution in sub-Saharan Africa aquatic ecosystems: An implication to environmental health
(Elsevier Inc., 2023-12-01)Microplastic pollution (MPs) emerged as a significant environmental concern due to its persistent nature. These MPs particles endure in waters, soils, and even the atmosphere, posing potential threats to the entire ... -
Assessment of Physicochemical Profile and Heavy Metal Constituents in the Groundwaters of Rural Areas in Southwest Tanzania
(Springer Naturer, 2024-07-10)This study focuses on groundwater quality in rural areas of Tanzania, addressing the literature gap on water quality data for sustainable rural development. Most rural communities in sub-Saharan Africa depend on groundwater ... -
Optimization of divalent mercury removal from synthetic wastewater using desirability function in central composite design of response surface methodology
(Springer Naturer, 2023-12-07)Heavy metals exist in the ecosystem both naturally and due to anthropogenic activities and as recalcitrant pollutants; they are non-biodegradable and cause acute and chronic diseases to human beings and many lifeforms. A ... -
Optimization of desorption parameters using response surface methodology for enhanced recovery of arsenic from spent reclaimable activated carbon: Eco-friendly and sorbent sustainability approach
(Elsevier Inc., 2024-06-05)Desorption and adsorbent regeneration are imperative factors that are required to be taken into account when designing the adsorption system. From the environmental, economic, and practical points of view, regeneration is ...
