Advances in Sciences and Arts

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Dear readers,
It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the first ever “Advances in Sciences and Arts” issue. As the Chief Editor of this esteemed journal, I am honoured to introduce the outstanding collection of articles, reviews, and short communications featured in this first volume of issue one.

The first issue of Advances in Sciences and Arts ensured that it embraces the journal's spirit of bridging Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM). The journal acts as a forum for open dialogue of STEAM as well as expanding the body of transdisciplinary knowledge. This first issue is a collection of articles in the fields of Science, Engineering and Technology. We believe the contributions exemplify the multidisciplinary nature of innovation, and that they will captivate and inspire readers. Although this issue, only has science, engineering and technology, we envisage more publications in Mathematics and Arts in the forthcoming issues. We made sure that we deliver high quality research papers, support STEAM authors to meet global research standards, embrace the diversity of knowledge domains, and pursue modern niche research with STEAM professionalism.

The contents within these articles demonstrate the tireless efforts of researchers and scientists across Malawi and beyond. Their dedication to advancing knowledge and pushing the boundaries of science, engineering and technology is truly remarkable.

Behind the scenes, our dedicated team of reviewers has worked meticulously to ensure the quality and rigor of the research presented. Their expertise and commitment to upholding the highest standards of academic excellence are commendable and we extend our heartfelt gratitude to them.

Our sincere appreciation also goes to our authors for their efforts in writing the papers and working on the comments from the reviewers. Their highest academic standards are commendable, and we extend our heartfelt gratitude to them.

To our readers, we thank you for being part of the team that advances science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics and their synergies. Enjoy this issue, engage in the discussions that ensue and contribute to the ongoing deliberations in the fields.

Professor Jonathan Makuwira

Latest Articles

Short Communication

The limitation of the gravity inversion method based on the Parker-Oldenburg algorithm in determination of the basement topography

 Chikondi Chisenga , Emmanuel Chinkaka

This short communication discusses a 2013 publication by Oruç et al., (2013) who presented a structural interpretation map of the Erzurum Basin in eastern Turkey using curvature gradient tensor, and inferred the basement topography using gravity inversion method. In our comment, we show the limitation of the gravity data they used and the flawed ap...

Category: Science | Downloads: 314 | Views: 471

Review Article

Current knowledge in enhancing moisture content for sandy soil through application of pristine rice husk biochar and polyvinyl alcohol (PVA): Can coupling biochar and PVA do better?

 Gift Gladson Moyo , Zhiquan Hu

Biochar and super-absorbent polymers such as polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) possess numerous unique properties that are increasingly used in soil amendment applications. A number of studies and reviews done on singular utilization of rice husks biochar and PVA have proven effectiveness of these carbonaceous materials. Subsequently, a combined application...

Category: Engineering | Downloads: 221 | Views: 264

Research Article

Banana bunchy top virus (Babuvirus; Nanoviridae) detected in all banana growing districts of Malawi

 Willard Mbewe , Andrew Mtonga , Pilirani Pankomera , Louis Mwamlima , Harold katondo , Antony Nyirenda , Frank Phukaphuka , Lucky Mataka , Harold Mbalame , Richard Thole , Vivian Kayira , Gama Bandawe

Banana bunchy top disease, caused by Banana bunchy top virus (BBTV), is a serious disease that affects the productivity of bananas globally. The disease is responsible for the current reduction of banana production in Malawi, and there are ongoing efforts to resuscitate the local banana industry. National surveys were conducted in 2020 and 2021 in...

Category: Science | Downloads: 248 | Views: 329

Research Article

Laboratory and field production of bioethanol from cassava peel-waste using dilute acid low temperature hydrolysis and fermentation processes

Davies E. Mweta , Joseph Kumphanda , Joseph Issa

In tropical countries, agricultural wastes such as cassava peel are potential raw materials for production of bioethanol because they are renewable, cheap and widely available. This study investigated the potential of cassava peels as raw materials for ethanol production following dilute acid hydrolysis and fermentation using Saccharomyces cerevisi...

Category: Science | Downloads: 269 | Views: 395

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We provide a platform for STEAM practitioners and researchers to share thought-provoking evidence-based research results that foster progressive conceptual and pedagogical approaches to Science, Technology, Engineering ,Arts and Mathematics.

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This publication features the bridges between Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM). In this context, the journal acts as a forum for open dialogue of STEAM as well as expanding the body of transdisciplinary knowledge.
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