Browsing Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology by UP Author "Mphateng, Thabang N."

Browsing Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology by UP Author "Mphateng, Thabang N."

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  • Cellulose acetate/organoclay nanocomposites as controlled release matrices for pest control applications 
    Mphateng, Thabang N.; Mapossa, António Benjamim; Wesley-Smith, James; Ramjee, Shatish; Focke, Walter Wilhelm (Springer, 2022-05)
    This study aimed to develop cellulose-based polymer matrices as controlled release devices for plant-based insect repellents and attractants, with the aim of finding sustainable and environmentally friendly pest control ...
  • Properties of mosquito repellent-plasticized poly(lactic acid) strands 
    Mapossa, António Benjamim; Lopez-Beceiro, Jorge; Diaz-Diaz, Ana Maria; Artiaga, Ramon; Moyo, Dennis Simbarashe; Mphateng, Thabang N.; Focke, Walter Wilhelm (MDPI Publishing, 2021-09-28)
    Poly(lactic acid) (PLA) is an attractive candidate for replacing petrochemical polymers because it is fully biodegradable. This study investigated the potential of PLA as a sustainable and environmentally friendly ...