Publications

Abstract summary: Bi₂O₃ nanoparticles were prepared by a green solution-combustion route using Costus igneus leaf extract as the fuel. The study evaluates visible-light-driven methylene-blue photodegradation and reports approximately 98% degradation within two hours, with the effects of pH and dye concentration also examined. Concise paraphrase of the published abstract; consult the linked publisher record for the authoritative version.

Authors: Ranganatha, L. V.; Shivaganga, G. S.; Pramila, S.; Nagaraju, G.; Parameswara P; Al-Odayni, A.-B.; Al-Kahtani, A. A.; Mallikarjunaswamy, C.

Journal: Ionics

Volume/Issue: 31(4)

Pages/Article: 3537–3550

DOI: 10.1007/s11581-025-06109-3

Abstract summary: LaMnO₃ nanoparticles were prepared by solution combustion and calcined at 500 °C. Structural and morphological characterization indicated an orthorhombic phase and an approximately 30 nm crystallite size. The study also evaluates visible-light photocatalytic degradation of methylene blue and reports high degradation efficiency during 90 minutes of irradiation. Concise paraphrase of the published abstract; consult the linked publisher record for the authoritative version.

Authors: Shivaganga, G. S.; Ranganatha, V. L.; Al-Tamimi, J.; Al-Odayni, A.-B.; Mallikarjunaswamy, C.; Nagaraju, G.; Parameswara P.

Journal: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics

Volume/Issue: 34

Pages/Article: Article 13742

DOI: 10.1007/s10854-024-13742-7

Abstract summary: The work describes tender-jackfruit-mediated solution-combustion synthesis of Zn₃(VO₄)₂ nanoparticles. It investigates their photocatalytic behaviour and electrochemical sensing performance, including the use of the material for cadmium-ion detection. Concise paraphrase of the published abstract; consult the linked publisher record for the authoritative version.

Authors: Shivaganga, G. S.; Ranganatha, V. L.; Soundarya, T. L.; Nagaraju, G.; Parameswara P; Ali, D.; Mallikarjunaswamy, C.

Journal: Ionics

Volume/Issue: 30(10)

Pages/Article: 6667–6680

DOI: 10.1007/s11581-024-05696-x

Abstract summary: Monoclinic LaVO₄ nanoparticles were produced by a combustion method using ammonium metavanadate and lanthanum nitrate. The study examines visible-light photodegradation of methylene blue and evaluates electrochemical response toward ascorbic acid and lead nitrate. Concise paraphrase of the published abstract; consult the linked publisher record for the authoritative version.

Authors: Shivaganga, G. S.; Ranganatha, V. L.; Soundarya, T. L.; Mallikarjunaswamy, C.; Nagaraju, G.; Parameswara P.

Journal: Ionics

Volume/Issue: 30(6)

Pages/Article: 3443–3454

DOI: 10.1007/s11581-024-05503-7

Abstract summary: Chitosan nanocomposite films containing TiO₂, silver and Fe₂O₃ nanoparticles were examined for their mechanical, barrier and microstructural properties. The reported results include changes in tensile strength and water-vapour transmission, with WAXS analysis used to relate microstructure to film properties. Concise paraphrase of the published abstract; consult the linked publisher record for the authoritative version.

Authors: Manisha, R.; Jagadish R. S.; Verma, R.; Parameswara P; Raj, B.

Journal: Indian Journal of Chemical Technology

Volume/Issue: 31(2)

Pages/Article: 248–256

DOI: 10.56042/ijct.v31i2.2547

Abstract summary: Orthorhombic α-MoO₃ nanoparticles were synthesized by solution combustion using ammonium molybdate tetrahydrate and rain-tree pod extract. The study reports visible-light degradation of methylene blue, including about 98% dye removal, and investigates dopamine-sensing performance. Concise paraphrase of the published abstract; consult the linked publisher record for the authoritative version.

Authors: Shivaganga, G. S.; Ranganatha, V. L.; Mallikarjunaswamy, C.; Sunil Kumar, K. C.; Nagaraju, G.; Parameswara P.

Journal: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics

Volume/Issue: 34

Pages/Article: 2226

DOI: 10.1007/s10854-023-11611-3

Abstract summary: MnWO₄ nanostructures were synthesized using manganese chloride and sodium tungstate in water, avoiding additional organic solvents. The work characterizes the material and evaluates its photocatalytic degradation of methylene blue and electrochemical sensing performance. Concise paraphrase of the published abstract; consult the linked publisher record for the authoritative version.

Authors: Shivaganga, G. S.; Parameswara P; Mallikarjunaswamy, C.; Sunil Kumar, K. C.; Soundarya, T. L.; Nagaraju, G.; Punith, S.; Ranganatha, V. L.

Journal: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics

Volume/Issue: 34(25)

Pages/Article: 1791–1803

DOI: 10.1007/s10854-023-11190-3

Publisher abstract summary: In the present work cerium oxide nanoparticles were synthesized by solution-combustion method using Jacaranda mimosifolia leaf extract as a fuel. The phytochemical screening of leaf extract was carried out, revealing the presence of alkaloids, phenolics, flavonoids, steroids and reducing sugar. The synthesized nanoparticles were characterized by XRD, SEM, EDAX and elemental mapping. The study reports antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli and Bacillus subtilis and photocatalytic evaluation of methylene blue under visible-light irradiation, with 95% dye removal within 60 min. Source: Elsevier / ScienceDirect article record.

Authors: Vinutha, S.; Meghashree, A. M.; Gurudutt, D. M.; Kudlur, D. S.; Kumar, K. N. M.; Karthik, G.; Kumar, N.; Ranganatha, V. L.; Parameswara P; Mallikarjunaswamy, C.

Journal: Materials Today: Proceedings

Volume/Issue: 89

Pages/Article: 105–112

DOI: 10.1016/j.matpr.2023.05.592

Publisher abstract summary: The article reports a green hydrothermal preparation of bismuth oxychloride (BiOCl) nanoparticles using tender jackfruit extract as a natural reducing agent. The synthesized nanoparticles were characterized using spectroscopic techniques; X-ray diffraction confirmed the tetragonal BiOCl structure. The authors also investigated surface morphology, elemental composition and functional groups, and report photocatalytic activity toward methylene blue together with antimicrobial testing. Source: Elsevier / ScienceDirect article record.

Authors: Mallikarjunaswamy, C.; Pramila, S.; Shivaganga, G. S.; Deepakumari, H. N.; Prakruthi, R.; Nagaraju, G.; Parameswara P; Ranganatha, V. L.

Journal: Materials Science and Engineering: B

Volume/Issue: 290

Pages/Article: 116323

DOI: 10.1016/j.mseb.2023.116323

Abstract summary: ZnO nanoparticles were prepared by a combustion method at 400 °C using jackfruit extract. Their structure and properties were characterized, and the material was evaluated as a photocatalyst for methylene-blue degradation. Concise paraphrase of the published abstract; consult the linked publisher record for the authoritative version.

Authors: Mallikarjunaswamy, C.; Parameswara P; Pramila, S.; Nagaraju, G.; Deepakumari, H. N.; Ranganatha, V. L.

Journal: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics

Volume/Issue: 33(25)

Pages/Article: 20361–20372

DOI: 10.1007/s10854-022-08852-z

Abstract summary: The study investigates how hydrothermal treatment, decortication, expansion and popping affect the microstructure of finger millet. X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy were used to examine changes in starch crystallinity and granule morphology associated with processing. Concise paraphrase of the published abstract; consult the linked publisher record for the authoritative version.

Authors: Dharmaraj, Usha; Parameswara P; R. Somashekar; N. G. Malleshi.

Journal: Journal of Food Science and Technology

Volume/Issue: 51

Pages/Article: 494–502

DOI: 10.1007/s13197-011-0536-4

Abstract summary: Polyethylene oxide/starch blend films were prepared by extrusion and compression moulding. The authors examined their physicomechanical and optical properties and used WAXS-derived crystallite size and lattice-strain parameters to relate the film structure to starch content. Concise paraphrase of the published abstract; consult the linked publisher record for the authoritative version.

Authors: Jagadish, Rampura S.; Baldev Raj; Puttanna Parameswara P; Rudrappa Somashekar.

Journal: Journal of Applied Polymer Science

Volume/Issue: 127(2)

Pages/Article: 1191–1197

DOI: 10.1002/app.37616

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Authors: Prakash, Y.; Somashekarappa, H.; Parameswara P; Demappa, T.; Somashekar, R.

Journal: AIP Conference Proceedings

Volume/Issue: 1447(1)

Pages/Article: 565–566

DOI: 10.1063/1.4710129

Abstract summary: Chitosan and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose films containing glycerol were prepared by solvent casting. The study compares water uptake and flexibility and uses X-ray line-profile analysis to examine changes in microstructural parameters during polymer-film degradation. Concise paraphrase of the published abstract; consult the linked publisher record for the authoritative version.

Authors: Parameswara P; Demappa, T.; Mahadevaiah, Y.; Somashekarappa, H.; Byrappa, K.; Somashekar, R.

Journal: Materials Research Innovations

Volume/Issue: 16(2)

Pages/Article: 126–129

DOI: 10.1179/1433075X11Y.0000000028

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Authors: Sangappa, S.; Asha, S.; Parameswara P; Somashekar, R.

Journal: Bulletin of Materials Science

Volume/Issue: 34

Pages/Article: 1583–1590

DOI: 10.1007/s12034-011-0362-3

Abstract summary: Co–Zn ferrite compositions were prepared by a ceramic route and examined using X-ray diffraction and line-profile analysis. The work investigates spinel structure, microstructural parameters and the temperature dependence of electrical conductivity. Concise paraphrase of the published abstract; consult the linked publisher record for the authoritative version.

Authors: Lamani, A. R.; Jayanna, H. S.; Parameswara P; Somashekar, R.

Journal: Materials Research Innovations

Volume/Issue: 15(3)

Pages/Article: 185–189

DOI: 10.1179/143307511X13018917925621