Article
Engineering, Environmental
Guodong Zhang, Runcheng Zhang, Fei Wang
Summary: Although activated carbon can enhance hydrate nucleation kinetics, the promotion is significantly reduced under low driving force and large water contents. Immobilizing silver nanoparticles on activated carbon improves hydrate nucleation, shortening induction time by enhancing external nucleation. These findings provide insights for utilizing porous carbon materials in hydrate-based solidified natural gas technologies.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Amel Taha, Enshirah Da'na, Hanaa A. Hassanin
Summary: The study introduced a bio-synthesized Ag/ZnO nanocomposite loaded on activated carbon as a new eco-friendly and effective sorbent for the removal of Cr (VI) ions. The sorption process was found to optimally correlate with Freundlich isotherm and pseudo second order kinetic models, demonstrating the potential of Ag/ZnO-AC as a sorbent for Cr (VI) ions uptake.
SURFACES AND INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
K. Sathishkumar, K. Sowmiya, L. Arul Pragasan, Rajakrishnan Rajagopal, Rengasamy Sathya, S. Ragupathy, M. Krishnakumar, Vasudeva Reddy Minnam Reddy
Summary: Ag-doped TiO2 and Ag-doped TiO2 loaded cassava stem activated carbon were prepared by sol-gel method, showing high photodegradation efficiency under sunlight irradiation.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shaojie Wei, Qianqian Heng, Yufeng Wu, Wei Chen, Xiying Li, Wenfeng Shangguan
Summary: The research team successfully developed a novel Ag loaded mesoporous Ta2O5 photocatalyst with high selectivity and CO2 adsorption capacity using a SiO2 template method and in-situ photodeposition method, which can effectively promote the CO2 reduction reaction.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jun Li, Guifang Chen, Jingcai Chang, Liqiang Zhang, Tao Wang, Zhanlong Song, Chunyuan Ma
Summary: This study investigates the synergistic effects of alkali/alkaline earth metals in ash on sulfur migration and carbon consumption during the thermal regeneration process of SO2-loaded activated carbon. The results show that the adsorption atmosphere significantly influences gas desorption. The study provides a deeper understanding of the AC flue gas desulfurization and regeneration process.
JOURNAL OF THE ENERGY INSTITUTE
(2022)
Article
Biophysics
Vincenzo De Leo, Anna Maria Maurelli, Livia Giotta, Lucia Catucci
Summary: The rapid development of nanotechnology has enabled the production of a variety of nanomaterials with outstanding properties, and the combination with liposomes has shown great potential in the fields of biology and biomedicine.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hongshan Zhu, Stephan Heinitz, Samuel Eyley, Wim Thielemans, Elien Derveaux, Peter Adriaensens, Koen Binnemans, Steven Mullens, Thomas Cardinaels
Summary: In this study, the effects of gamma radiation on AG MP-50 cation exchange resin and sulfonated activated carbon (SAC) were investigated. It was found that the surface sulfonic acid groups of AG MP-50 resin suffered severe radiation-induced degradation, while no apparent changes in acquired morphological characteristics were observed for SAC. The sorption performance of both materials for La3+ and Bi3+ remained generally the same.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ziqi Guo, Jiabao Zuo, Xue Liu, Jinhua Gong, Keyi Ma, Jianbin Feng, Jiale Li, Shupeng Zhang, Gaofeng Qiu
Summary: Nanomaterials, with their unique physicochemical characteristics, have been widely applied in various fields. However, the large-scale production and application of nanomaterials have led to their release into the water environment, posing potential toxicity to aquatic organisms. This study aims to investigate the effects of exposure to titanium dioxide/activated carbon composite nanomaterials on growth and immunity in Macrobrachium rosenbergii.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ahmed M. Soliman, Dalal Alshamsi, Ahmed A. Murad, Ala Aldahan, Ismail M. Ali, Ahmad Ayesh, Ismail A. Elhaty
Summary: In this study, photocatalysis using activated carbon decorated with Pd-Ag nanoparticles was employed for nitrate treatment in water. The results show that the modified activated carbon exhibits significant photocatalytic activity, converting nitrate to nitrogen gas. Formic acid is identified as the most suitable hole scavenger, and the prepared catalyst shows stable nitrate reduction performance and can be applied for nitrate removal from groundwater and river water samples.
JOURNAL OF PHOTOCHEMISTRY AND PHOTOBIOLOGY A-CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Rui Wang, Xinyi Li, Zhiguo Nie, Qian Jing, Yang Zhao, Hua Song, Huan Wang
Summary: A hierarchical porous carbon material was synthesized using cornstalk as the precursor, and Ag nanoparticles were then decorated on the carbon material. The composite material exhibited improved specific capacitance and cyclic stability, making it a promising electrode material for supercapacitors.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Nur Syazwani Che Mazlan, Muhammad Firdaus Asyraf Abdul Halim Yap, Mohammad Ismail, Muhammad Syarifuddin Yahya, Nurul Amirah Ali, Noratiqah Sazelee, Yew Been Seok
Summary: It is reported that the addition of activated carbon (AC) improves the hydrogen storage ability of ball-milled lithium alanate (LiAlH4). LiAlH4-10 wt.% AC composite exhibits lower onset decomposition temperature, enhanced desorption kinetics, and higher hydrogen release compared to as-received and as-milled LiAlH4. The presence of Li3AlH6 and carbon bonding in the LiAlH4-10 wt.% AC composite is verified by XRD and FTIR measurements.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Jiawei Tian, Hongchuan Jiang, Xiaohui Zhao, Gangwei Shi, Jianfeng Zhang, Xinwu Deng, Wanli Zhang
Summary: A novel hydrogen sensor with ppb-level detection limit was fabricated using oxidized Ni foam as substrate and Pd nanoparticles as sensing material. The sensor showed high response and stability to low concentration H2, with a wide detection range (7 ppb to 2 %) and optimal operating temperature of 30 degrees C. This work provides a new strategy for the development of low detection limit hydrogen sensors.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS B-CHEMICAL
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Huirong Zhang, Jian Niu, Yanxia Guo, Fangqin Cheng
Summary: The study shows that the addition of calcium carbonate can promote the development of the physiochemical structure and surface chemistry of activated carbon, enhance pore evolution, and increase sulfur capacity. However, the addition of calcium carbonate slightly decreases the adsorption capacity of RhB due to competition with COO-.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Arif Chowdhury, Sunita Kumari, Afaq Ahmad Khan, M. Ravi Chandra, Sahid Hussain
Summary: The synthesis of activated carbon loaded with Ni-Co-S nanoparticles showed high adsorption capacity for removal of dyes and antibiotics in water. The adsorption mechanism involved hydrogen bonding, pi-pi interactions, and metal coordination. The AC-NCS adsorbent demonstrated good recyclability and sustainable adsorption performance in synthetic effluents.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Maroof Ahmad Khan, Wajid Hussain, Noor Hassan, Mubashar IIyas, Zill e huma, Syed Zaheer Abba, Li hui
Summary: The superhydrophobic surface of silver metal on Cu-substrate with fern leaves-like morphology has been successfully fabricated and characterized. It possesses unique properties and can be applied in the fabric and metallic industries.
ALEXANDRIA ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Mustafa Soylak, Rizqan Maulana
Summary: In this study, copper (II) and lead (II) ions were complexed with 1-nitroso-2-naphthol and preconcentrated on magnetic activated carbon cloth for flame atomic absorption spectrometric detection. Through the optimization of multiple parameters, a quantitative recovery of analyte ions was achieved, and the method was successfully applied for separation and preconcentration of copper (II) and lead (II) ions in water and food samples.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Nasrullah Syed Shah, Mustafa Soylak
Summary: This study discusses the importance of detecting trace elements in edible oils and proposes solutions. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of simplifying the sample treatment process and introduces methods for analyzing trace elements in oils.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Sadin Ozdemir, Ersin Kilinc, Omer Acer, Mustafa Soylak
Summary: In this study, the separations and preconcentrations of Zn(II) and Hg(II) ions using Bacillus licheniformis on Amberlite XAD-4 resin by solid-phase extraction were performed. The biosorbent showed ideal selectivity for Zn(II) and Hg(II) biosorption with detection limits of 0.03 and 0.06 ng-mL(-1) respectively. The method demonstrated good sensitivity and selectivity in sample pre-treatment.
BIOLOGICAL TRACE ELEMENT RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Semiha Kopru, Mehmet Cadir, Mustafa Soylak
Summary: Veganism, a diet that excludes animal foods, is gaining popularity worldwide. However, long-term adherence to a vegan diet may lead to nutrient and mineral deficiencies, impacting health. A study analyzed the trace element content in various vegan foods purchased from Turkey and found that the levels were below legal limits. These findings highlight the importance of considering nutrient intake in vegan nutrition.
BIOLOGICAL TRACE ELEMENT RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Mustafa Soylak, Fidan Kestane, Erkan Yilmaz
Summary: CdSe-carbon nanodots modified magnetic Fe3O4 nanospheres were synthesized via a simple hydrothermal technique and used as an MSPE adsorbent for malachite green determination. The method was optimized for parameters affecting microextraction efficiency, and validated through addition-recovery tests with recovery values ranging from 85% to 104%. The LOD and LOQ of the method were determined to be 0.013 μg mL(-1) and 0.042 μg mL(-1), respectively.
INSTRUMENTATION SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Ozgur Ozalp, Ozlem Kaya, Mustafa Soylak
Summary: A cloud point extraction procedure was developed for the separation and preconcentration of Sudan IV, followed by spectrophotometric detection. Optimized conditions were achieved by adjusting various parameters. The method was successfully applied for the determination of Sudan IV in chili-containing foods and cosmetics.
ANALYTICAL LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Mustafa Soylak, Ali Osman Sevicin, Furkan Uzcan
Summary: A magnetic solid phase extraction (MSPE) method for determining nickel was established using carbon magnetic multiwalled carbon nanotubes as adsorbent. Various parameters were optimized to enhance the extraction efficiency of nickel. The method was applied to evaluate accuracy in water samples and determine nickel in tobacco samples.
ANALYTICAL LETTERS
(2023)
Editorial Material
Chemistry, Analytical
Mustafa Soylak, Resat Apak
Summary: This special issue of Analytical Letters features selected articles from the Third International Congress of Environmental Chemistry (EnviroChem 2021), in which the authors have expanded upon their conference papers and included their latest experimental results. EnviroChem 2021 aimed to promote and disseminate knowledge on various topics and technologies related to Environmental Chemistry. All articles have undergone the standard review process.
ANALYTICAL LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mustafa Soylak, Muhammad Saqaf Jagirani, Furkan Uzcan
Summary: This study demonstrates the usage of a metal-doped graphene nanostructure-based coating material for the selective and sensitive determination of copper(II) ions. The prepared material showed high adsorption capacity, selectivity, and sensitivity towards copper(II) ions. The developed method was successfully applied to real environmental samples, and its applicability was validated.
IRANIAN JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY TRANSACTION A-SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Mustafa Soylak, Mohamed Alasaad, Ozgur Ozalp
Summary: Magnesium cobaltite (MgCo2O4) nanosorbent was prepared and applied for enrichment and separation of Pb(II) in solid phase extraction. Optimized parameters were determined to achieve the best recovery of Pb(II) ions. The developed SPE method showed satisfactory results in the determination of lead(II) in water and food samples.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Mustafa Soylak, Hassan Elzain Hassan Ahmed, Ozgur Ozalp
Summary: A coprecipitation method was developed for separation-preconcentration, and determination of trace quantities of propineb in vegetable samples by using Al(OH)(3). The method has been successfully applied to determination of propineb in vegetable samples after investigating several parameters including the effect of matrix ions.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Nebiye Kizil, Erkan Basaran, Duygu Erbilgin, Mehmet Lutfi Yola, Furkan Uzcan, Mustafa Soylak
Summary: A new dispersive liquid-liquid microextraction method using a deep eutectic solvent was developed for the extraction and determination of sunset yellow in various samples. The method is sensitive, rapid, simple, and cheap, making it a viable option for analysis in different fields.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Aslihan Karatepe, Mustafa Yemen, Faruk Kayapa, Erkan Yilmaz, Fatma Karipcin, Mustafa Soylak
Summary: A new oxime compound, BIBP, was synthesized and used to preconcentrate trace amounts of Pb(II) ions. The compound was characterized and optimized, and successfully applied for Pb(II) determination in real samples.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Z. Akbari, M. Montazerozohori, R. Naghiha, P. Hayati, N. Micale, M. Cristani, G. Bruno, J. M. White
Summary: This study synthesized and characterized a new bidentate ligand and its zinc halide/pseudohalide complexes and nano-structures. Crystal structure analysis revealed the supramolecular structure of the ligand and its zinc nitrate complex. Thermal behavior analysis provided insights into the complexes' properties. Antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidant activities of the complexes were investigated, and ZnO nanoparticles were synthesized by calcination of the zinc iodide complex.
RESULTS IN CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Furkan Uzcan, Syed Nasrullah Shah, Mustafa Soylak
Summary: A magnetic dispersive solid phase extraction method using Fe3O4@XAD-8 adsorbent was developed to separate and preconcentrate Pb (II) ions from environmental samples. By optimizing various analytical parameters, this method can accurately determine the lead content in samples.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
