Federal University of Technology

Physicochemical characteristics of Nigerian estuaries and their patterns, drivers, and implications for environmental management

Estuaries are dynamic coastal ecosystems that provide essential ecological, biogeochemical, and socio-economic services. Despite their importance, Nigerian estuaries remain underrepresented in global scientific literature, with existing studies fragmented and spatially uneven. Th...

Assessment of digital technology adoption for cultural heritage preservation in Southwestern Nigeria

The study explores the impact of technology on the preservation and promotion of cultural heritage in Southwest Nigeria. This study used a mixed-methods approach, incorporating qualitative and quantitative methods to gather comprehensive data. The qualitative data collection invo...

Moving Load Induced Dynamic Response of Orthotropic Rectangular Plates with Asymmetric Elastic Edge Restraints on Pasternak Foundations

This study develops closed-form time-domain solutions for the dynamic response of elastically restrained orthotropic rectangular plates resting on Pasternak foundations and subjected to moving distributed loads and moving distributed masses. The formulation accounts simultaneousl...

EVALUATION OF CHEESE WHEY FOR ANTIBACTERIAL ACTIVITY AGAINST DIARRHOEAGENIC ESCHERICHIA COLI

Diarrhoeal diseases remain a major public health problem and are among the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in children, particularly in developing countries. Among the bacterial pathogens associated with childhood diarrhoea, Escherichia coli is frequently implicated, wi...

Building a Healthy Mind: Factors Impacting Mental Health of Construction Workers

Mental health disorders are increasingly prevalent among construction workers, a group significantly affected by the physically demanding and hazardous nature of their work. While existing studies have examined mental health challenges in construction globally, empirical studies...

Backward One-Step Block Hybrid Numerical Method for Solving Second-Order Initial Value Problems

This study develops a backward hybrid block method for solving oscillatory second-order initial value problems (IVPs), which arise frequently in engineering and the physical sciences. Existing hybrid methods often struggle with stiff-oscillatory systems, lacking the robustness ne...

Nature-based solutions in built environment education for developing sustainability competencies through bibliometric and systematic analysis

Abstract Nature-based Solutions (NbS) are increasingly recognized for their potential to address complex urban sustainability challenges; however, their integration into higher education curricula within built environment disciplines remains fragmented. This study examines how Nb...

Predicting Expected Digital Transformation Value Through Change Management Capabilities in Construction Using Multilayer Perceptron

This record contains 15 predicted pseudo-probability plots accompanying the manuscript entitled “Predicting Expected Digital Transformation Value Through Change Management Capabilities in Construction Using Multilayer Perceptron”. Supplemental Figs. S1(a–e), S2(a–e) and S3(a–e) p...

Solanum vegetables as potential neuroprotective functional foods in Alzheimer's disease management: A unifying mechanism

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a multi-etiological neurological condition that requires a holistic therapeutic approach in its management. In view of this functional foods and nutraceuticals have become --promising candidates in AD research. This is because functional foods and nutr...

Soil acidity, cation balance, exchangeable potassium status and cation retention capacity under K-bearing rock dust–organic amendment systems in a tropical Alfisol of southwestern Nigeria

Abstract Soil acidity and weak cation-holding conditions reduce nutrient-use efficiency in highly weathered tropical soils and constrain progress towards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2, 12 and 15. This study evaluated the 14-day soil chemical response to locally sourced p...

Spatial variability and meteorological associations of pm₂.₅ and pm₁₀ across paved and unpaved roads in Abeokuta, Nigeria

Urban Particulate Matter (PM) in rapidly expanding tropical cities is strongly associated with boundary-layer processes, surface characteristics, and mechanical resuspension mechanisms. Understanding the spatial behavior of fine (PM₂.₅) and coarse (PM₁₀) aerosols across contrasti...

Advances and challenges of agricultural waste valorization in sustainable biocatalysis

Agricultural waste valorization is an increasingly important strategy for advancing sustainable biocatalysis by converting abundant and renewable residues into value-added bioproducts while reducing environmental pollution. However, the widespread application of agricultural resi...

Phenological shifts as indicators of climate change in West Africa: a systematic review of ecological, agricultural, and societal implications

Abstract The phenology of biological processes such as flowering, leaf flush, fruiting and animal migration is one of the most reliable biological indicators of climate change. In West Africa, where over 70 per cent of agriculture is rain-fed and ecosystems range from humid fores...

Experimental Analysis and Adaptive Intelligent Load Frequency Control (Case Study of Shiroro Hydroelectric Power Generation Station, Nigeria)

The stabilization of electricity is depended on absolute load frequency control. Rather than complicated advanced control techniques, this paper presents an adaptive intelligent load frequency control (AI-LFC) scheme that can be applied to improve the control performance of hydro...

The Role of Meteorological Parameters in Atmospheric Scavenging Across the Seasons: A Case Study of the Coastal Areas of Akwa Ibom State

In this study, the meteorological parameters were studied to assess their contributions to atmospheric scavenging in the different contrasting seasons of Mkpat Enin Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Ambient concentrations of PM2.5, PM10, gaseous oxides (NO2, SO2, C...

Antibiotic-induced alterations of biogeochemical processes of nitrogen mediated by microorganisms in hyporheic zone and their environmental implications: A systematic review

Antibiotics persist as critical pervasive pollutants within hyporheic zones, exerting selective pressures that disrupt the essential nitrogen (N) cycling. This systematic review synthesises the current evidence on how antibiotic contamination affects microbial community structure...

Investigation of the Torsion Strength of Basalt Fiber Reinforced Expanded Clay Lightweight Concrete Beam

This study explores the torsional behavior of lightweight expanded clay concrete beams reinforced with basalt fibers (BF) using finite element analysis, highlighting the importance of reinforcement type in improving torsional performance, focusing on basalt rebars, steel rebars,...

Factors Influencing Fertility Preferences Among Women of Reproductive Age: Evidence from a Cross-Sectional Study in Nigeria

Abstract Aim Nigeria continues to experience high fertility rates despite increasing awareness of family planning programs. This high fertility rate is largely sustained by a strong preference for children. Understanding fertility preferences and their determinants is vital for d...

Computational design and optimization of Traditional Chinese Medicine compounds as potential inhibitors of Escherichia coli gyraseB

The increasing prevalence of antibiotic resistance among major pathogens poses a significant threat to public health, necessitating innovative control measures and novel antibacterial drugs. This study employs a computational design and lead optimization approach to discover new...

Deglycaemation: a sustainable food systems strategy for developing low-glycemic foods through polyphenol enrichment, dietary fiber optimization, and starch structure modification

The global rise in diet-related non-communicable diseases has been strongly linked to the widespread consumption of highly processed, high-glycemic foods rich in refined carbohydrates and added sugars. These foods induce rapid postprandial glucose excursions that contribute to ox...