Article
Engineering, Environmental
Wenzhe Liu, Baiyang Chen, Yang Yang, Boqiang Li, Huimei Pan, Wang Luo
Summary: This study proposes and verifies a photo-induced anammox technology that removes ammonia and total nitrogen from water under anoxic conditions using ultraviolet, vacuum ultraviolet, and chlorine. The technology achieved good removal of ammonia within a short timeframe and nitrogen gas was confirmed as the main degradation product. The technology is insensitive to certain variations in pH, ammonia concentration, and certain ions, but sensitive to dissolved oxygen and bicarbonate.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mohamed H. EL-Saeid, Modhi O. Alotaibi, Mashael Alshabanat, Khadiga Alharbi, Abeer S. Altowyan, Murefah Al-Anazy
Summary: The study examined the photolysis and photocatalysis of pesticides dieldrin and deltamethrin in different water types, showing a significant degradation effect of UV light on the pesticides, with deltamethrin being more sensitive to UV light. Additionally, the addition of TiO2 increased the degradation of pesticides at both tested wavelengths, suggesting its potential as a catalyst for pesticide degradation.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Nurshahnawal Yaacob, Goh Pei Sean, Noor Aina Mohd Nazri, Ahmad Fauzi Ismail, Muhammad Nidzhom Zainol Abidin, Mahesan Naidu Subramaniam
Summary: By doping ZrO2 into TiO2, ZrO2-TiO2 heterojunction photocatalysts were successfully synthesized, showing smaller crystallite size with higher surface area and mesopores volume.
JOURNAL OF WATER PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yeji Park, Sanghyeon Kim, Jungyeon Kim, Sanaullah Khan, Changseok Han
Summary: Antibiotics are widely used for bacterial diseases, but their discharge into the environment poses ecological problems and health risks. This study investigated the removal of 17 antibiotics from livestock wastewater using UV/TiO2 advanced oxidation process. The results showed that the UV/TiO2 process effectively removed the antibiotics.
Review
Environmental Sciences
K. Sharma, D. Vaya, G. Prasad, P. K. Surolia
Summary: This review primarily focuses on the treatment of oily wastewater through advanced oxidation processes, primarily the photocatalytic process. The basic functioning mechanism of photocatalysts and their modifications have been explained, as well as the impact of photocatalysis on the degradation of harmful oily pollutants in water.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Chang-Hua Zhao, Yu-Ping Zhang, Li Wan, Xin-Xin Chen, Pei Yuan, Ling-Bo Qu
Summary: This study demonstrates the efficient separation of immiscible oil/water emulsions using a modified filter paper with good chemical and mechanical stability. The results show that the modified filter paper can effectively separate immiscible oil/water, oil-in-water, and water-in-oil emulsions.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Ojo Samuel, Mohd Hafiz Dzarfan Othman, Roziana Kamaludin, Tonni Agustiono Kurniawan, Tao Li, Hazlini Dzinun, Aniqa Imtiaz
Summary: This article critically reviews the progress in treating oily wastewater using photocatalytic membrane reactors (PMRs). It highlights the PMR's capability to simultaneously degrade oil emulsions and undertake separation, achieving over 96% oil rejection. The study also evaluates the self-cleaning and anti-fouling properties of PMRs, as well as trends in integrated techniques and the utilization of functional materials. PMRs show promise as a technology for oily wastewater treatment with high efficiency and the potential for reuse.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jiqing Lu, Tian Bai, Dong Wang, Haijiao Yu, Qingxiang Wang, Zhaoxuan Niu, Yi Hu, Xueying Liu, Guangping Han, Wanli Cheng
Summary: By hybridizing CNC with nanofibers and anchoring a nano-TiO2 shell on the surface, a high-flux oil/water separation membrane with super-hydrophilicity and underwater super-oleophobicity is fabricated, exhibiting outstanding antifouling performance and high emulsion permeability.
ADVANCED FIBER MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Yi-Lin Zhang, Wen-Long Wang, Min-Yong Lee, Zheng-Wei Yang, Qian-Yuan Wu, Nan Huang, Hong-Ying Hu
Summary: The use of VUV/UV-AOPs for eliminating trace organic contaminants in wastewater has gained attention, but the mechanisms and influencing factors are not well understood. Further research and optimization are needed for this promising method.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yuanzheng Huang, Ying Jia, Ruomeng Hou, Zhiyong Huang, Keke Shen, Guofeng Jin, Li'an Hou
Summary: TiO2/SBA-15 nanocomposites were synthesized via an in situ hydrothermal method and utilized for VUV photocatalytic degradation of UDMH, showing higher efficiency compared to UV photocatalysis. The optimized TS-2 catalyst exhibited superior photocatalytic activity and reusability under VUV light.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xuehan Xiao, Zongxue Yu, Ximei Zhu, Juan Wang, Qingcan Xiang
Summary: Microwave synthesis was used to synthesize A-SEP@TiO2 with steady chemical property, which was then mixed with GO in different proportions and filtered on commercial PVDF membranes to obtain A-SEP@TiO2/GO composite membrane under electrostatic self-assembly. The superhydrophilicity and underwater super hydrophobicity of the membrane surface showed great potential for oil-water separation. The composite membrane exhibited high separation rates for various emulsions and maintained good stability and cleaning performance even after exposure to harsh conditions and repeated experiments, making it suitable for complex water environment treatment.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Fernanda F. Roman, Jose L. Diaz de Tuesta, Flavia K. K. Sanches, Adriano Santos Silva, Pricila Marin, Bruno F. Machado, Philippe Serp, Marta Pedrosa, Adrian M. T. Silva, Joaquim L. Faria, Helder T. Gomes
Summary: The intense industrial development has caused an increase in the discharge of oily products in water bodies, which has negative impacts on human and environmental health. Finding alternatives to treat oily wastewater and recover valuable products is important. In this study, Janus-like carbon nanotubes were synthesized and tested as catalysts for treating 4-nitrophenol in simulated oily wastewater.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Daniela Palomares-Reyna, Juan E. Carrera-Crespo, Fabiola S. Sosa-Rodriguez, Ulises M. Garcia-Perez, Iliana Fuentes-Camargo, Luis Lartundo-Rojas, Jorge Vazquez-Arenas
Summary: Carbon, nitrogen-codoped TiO2 nanoroughness surfaces were successfully synthesized through electrochemical anodization. The 70 V-CN-TiNRS sample exhibited the best photoelectrochemical performance under Xe lamp radiation. PECO method showed the highest CIP removal efficiency in both distilled water and synthetic municipal wastewater.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ahmed Tawfik, Mohamed Gar Alalm, Hanem M. Awad, Muhammad Islam, Muhammad Abdul Qyyum, Ala'a H. Al-Muhtaseb, Ahmed I. Osman, Moonyong Lee
Summary: This article reviews the application of solar photo-oxidation in degrading recalcitrant pollutants and discusses its limitations. Factors influencing the efficiency of solar photo-oxidation, such as pH, catalyst composition, and pollutant properties, are also discussed.
ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Jiang Chen, Sheng Dai, Luying Liu, Manfred F. Maitz, Yuzhen Liao, Jiawei Cui, Ansha Zhao, Ping Yang, Nan Huang, Yunbing Wang
Summary: The study enhanced the photo-induced anticoagulant properties of titanium dioxide nanotubes by immobilizing silver nanoparticles on the surface, resulting in improved biocompatibility for cardiovascular implant devices. This composite material exhibited outstanding performance in vivo and has significant potential in the field of cardiovascular medical devices.
BIOACTIVE MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Yong Jiang, Harold D. May, Lu Lu, Peng Liang, Xia Huang, Zhiyong Jason Ren
Article
Energy & Fuels
Lu Lu, Fernanda Leite Lobo, Defeng Xing, Zhiyong Jason Ren
Article
Environmental Sciences
Huan Wang, Lu Lu, Deqiang Mao, Zhe Huang, Yixiao Cui, Song Jin, Yi Zuo, Zhiyong Jason Ren
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Huan Wang, Lu Lu, Huan Chen, Amy M. McKenna, Jie Lu, Song Jin, Yi Zuo, Fernando L. Rosario-Ortiz, Zhiyong Jason Ren
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Huan Wang, Yixiao Cui, Lu Lu, Song Jin, Yi Zuo, Zheng Ge, Zhiyong Jason Ren
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lu Lu, Zhida Li, Xi Chen, Huan Wang, Sheng Dai, Xiaoqing Pan, Zhiyong Jason Ren, Jing Gu
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Peng Song, Yang Xiao, Zhiyong Jason Ren, John P. Brooks, Lu Lu, Bo Zhou, Yunpeng Zhou, Stefano Freguia, Zhidan Liu, Ning Zhang, Yunkai Li
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of electrochemical treatment (ECT) in reducing biofilm formation in agricultural water distribution systems. ECT effectively mitigated biofilm formation by reducing fixed-biofilm biomass and shifting bacterial community structures in the biofilm. The decrease in bacterial diversity and changes in dominant species were responsible for the decline in extracellular polymer substances and biofilm biomass.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yude Su, Lu Lu, Ming Zhou
Summary: This article discusses the potential of using biofuels in human sweat as autonomous power sources for electronic skins, focusing on the promise of wearable microbial fuel cells. Compared to wearable enzymatic biofuel cells, wearable microbial fuel cells offer easy access, low cost, and superior sustainability. The present achievements are summarized, and a vision for future research on reliable on-skin power suppliers using wearable microbial fuel cells is provided.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Zhida Li, Chunyue Zhang, Yang Yang, Shanshan Pi, Yongjie Yu, Chengfeng Wan, Baiqin Zhou, Weixiang Chao, Lu Lu
Summary: This study proposes a simple and fast molten salt strategy for the synthesis of CoPx with abundant PV defects, which exhibit impressive catalytic activities for electrocatalytic water splitting. Mechanism investigation reveals that the PV defects optimize the electronic structure and enhance the electrocatalytic activity.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Weixiang Chao, Shanshan Pi, Yang Yang, Zhida Li, Yongjie Yu, Ying Yang, Ruijie Yang, Haiyan Li, Lu Lu
Summary: Water scarcity in arid areas can be alleviated by exploiting unconventional water resources like domestic wastewater (DWW). A solar-driven interfacial evaporation system, using a solar-absorber made of b-TiO2-DW, shows promise for direct potable reuse (DPR) from DWW. The system achieves high efficiency in desalination and evaporation, with potential to meet the daily drinking water needs of 2-3 people in undeveloped areas with limited infrastructure.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Gaoyang Luo, Bin Liang, Hanlin Cui, Yuanyuan Kang, Xu Zhou, Yu Tao, Lu Lu, Lu Fan, Jianhua Guo, Aijie Wang, Shu-Hong Gao
Summary: The colonization of microorganisms on microplastic surfaces forms a plastisphere in the environment, which captures various substances. Due to its complex nature, the plastisphere may contribute to the development and spread of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs), adding complexity to addressing the global challenges of microplastics and ARGs. This review focuses on the spread of ARGs mediated by microplastics and discusses the challenges and perspectives in determining the contribution of microplastics to antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The review also proposes a framework for assessing the AMR risks of micro/nanoplastics and biocolonizable microparticles based on biological sequencing data.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xi Chen, Fernanda Leite Lobo, Yanhong Bian, Lu Lu, Xiaowen Chen, Melvin P. Tucker, Yuxi Wang, Zhiyong Jason Ren
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2020)
Article
Mathematics, Applied
Harry J. Dudley, Lu Lu, Zhiyong Jason Ren, David M. Bortz
SIAM JOURNAL ON APPLIED DYNAMICAL SYSTEMS
(2019)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xi Chen, Rui Katahira, Zheng Ge, Lu Lu, Dianxun Hou, Darren J. Peterson, Melvin P. Tucker, Xiaowen Chen, Zhiyong Jason Ren
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lu Lu, Waltteri Vakki, Jeffery A. Aguiar, Chuanxiao Xiao, Katherine Hurst, Michael Fairchild, Xi Chen, Fan Yang, Jing Gu, Zhiyong Jason Ren
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2019)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shun-Shun Chen, Xu-Xiu Chen, Tian-Yu Yang, Li Chen, Zheng Guo, Xing-Jiu Huang
Summary: A temperature-modulated sensing strategy was proposed to identify and determine BTEX compounds. Highly effective identification of BTEX was achieved using linear discrimination and convolutional neural network analyses. Additionally, quantitative analysis of concentration was accomplished by establishing the relationship between concentration and response.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Myungkyung Noh, Jeong Yeon Sim, Jisung Kim, Jee Hwan Ahn, Hye-Young Min, Jong-Uk Lee, Jong-Sook Park, Ji Yun Jeong, Jae Young Lee, Shin Yup Lee, Hyo-Jong Lee, Choon-Sik Park, Ho-Young Lee
Summary: This study reveals that chronic exposure to PM induces chronic inflammation and development of COPD by dysregulating NAD+ metabolism and subsequent SIRT1 deficiency in pulmonary macrophages. Activation of SIRT1 by resveratrol effectively mitigates PM-induced inflammation and COPD development. Targeting metabolic and epigenetic reprogramming in macrophages induced by PM is a promising strategy for COPD treatment.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yu Liu, Linlin Qin, Yiming Qin, Tong Yang, Haoran Lu, Yulong Liu, Qiqi Zhang, Wenyan Liang
Summary: Co/NC/PAC electrode was prepared by compounding ZIF-67 with powder-activated carbon for the electrocatalytic treatment of nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds. The degradation efficiency of the four compounds reached 90.2-93.7% under optimal conditions, and the degradation order was pyridazine < pyrimidine < pyrazine < pyridine.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Julien Couturier, Pierre Tamba Oulare, Blanche Collin, Claire Lallemand, Isabelle Kieffer, Julien Longerey, Perrine Chaurand, Jerome Rose, Daniel Borschneck, Bernard Angeletti, Steven Criquet, Renaud Podor, Hamed Pourkhorsandi, Guilhem Arrachart, Clement Levard
Summary: This study analyzes the properties of bauxite residue samples and explores the influence of bauxite ore origin, storage conditions, and storage time. The results show that the speciation of yttrium is related to the origin of bauxite ore, while no significant variation was observed with storage conditions or aging of the residues.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Sakthinarenderan Saikumar, Ravi Mani, Mirunalini Ganesan, Inbakandan Dhinakarasamy, Thavamani Palanisami, Dharani Gopal
Summary: Microplastic contamination in marine ecosystems poses a growing concern due to its trophic transfer and negative effects on marine organisms. This study investigates the transfer and impacts of polystyrene microplastics in an estuarine food chain. The results show that microplastics can be transferred through the food chain, although the transfer rates are low. The exposed organisms exhibit stress responses, suggesting the potential risk of microplastics reaching humans through the food chain.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Yan-Jiao Li, Ying Yuan, Wen-Bing Tan, Bei-Dou Xi, Hui Wang, Kun-Long Hui, Jia-Bao Chen, Yi-Fan Zhang, Lian-Feng Wang, Ren-Fei Li
Summary: This review investigated and analyzed the distribution, composition, and abundance of heavy metals and antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in landfill. The results showed that heavy metals have lasting effects on ARGs, and complexes of heavy metals and organic matter are common in landfill. This study provides a new basis to better understand the horizontal gene transfer (HGT) of ARGs in landfill.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jessy Joseph, Ari Vaisanen, Ajay B. Patil, Manu Lahtinen
Summary: Efficient and environmentally friendly porous hybrid adsorbent beads have been developed for the removal of arsenic from drinking water. The structural tuning of the adsorbents has been shown to have a significant impact on their adsorption performance, with high crystallinity leading to increased adsorption capacity and selectivity towards As5+.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yangyang Liu, Minhua Xiao, Kaiqin Huang, Juntao Cui, Hongli Liu, Yingxin Yu, Shengtao Ma, Xihong Liu, Meiqing Lin
Summary: This study measured the levels of phthalate metabolites in breast milk collected from mothers in southern China. The results showed that phthalates are still prevalent in the region, and breastfeeding contributes to phthalate intake in infants. However, the levels detected do not pose significant health risks to infants based on dietary exposure. The increasing exposure to certain phthalates calls for further research into their sources and potential risks.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhiqiang Wu, Jianxing Sun, Liting Xu, Hongbo Zhou, Haina Cheng, Zhu Chen, Yuguang Wang, Jichao Yang
Summary: Ocean depth affects microbial diversity, composition, and co-occurrence patterns of microplastic microbial communities. Deterministic processes dominate the assembly of mesopelagic plastisphere microbial communities, while stochastic processes shape the assembly of bathypelagic microbial communities. The relationships between microorganisms in the mesopelagic layer are more complex and stable, with Proteobacteria and Actinobacteriota playing important roles.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tingting Xiao, Renjie Chen, Chen Cai, Shijie Yuan, Xiaohu Dai, Bin Dong, Zuxin Xu
Summary: Based on the efficiency of catalytic ozonation techniques in enhancing sludge dewaterability, this study investigated its effectiveness in simultaneous reduction of antibiotics and antibiotic resistance genes. The results showed that catalytic ozonation conditioning changed the distribution of antibiotics and achieved high degradation rates. It also significantly reduced the abundance of ARGs, inhibited horizontal gene transfer, and decreased the signal transduction of typical ARGs host bacteria.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yang Deng, Xiaohong Guan
Summary: This article discusses two different development approaches for ferrate(VI) technology in water treatment, arguing that process integration is a promising method that can drive technological innovation and revolution in water treatment, achieving higher treatment efficiency, reduced costs and energy consumption, and a smaller physical footprint.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhe Zhang, Lu Zhang, Zhihao Huang, Yuxin Xu, Qingqing Zhao, Hongju Wang, Meiqing Shi, Xiangnan Li, Kai Jiang, Dapeng Wu
Summary: In this study, a floating catalytic foam was designed and prepared to enhance the mass transfer in immobilized photocatalysts for wastewater treatment. The floating catalytic foam could float on the water surface and establish a temperature gradient, effectively promoting the diffusion and adsorption of target molecules during the photocatalytic process.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Muhammad Nafees, Adiba Khan Sehrish, Sarah Owdah Alomrani, Linlin Qiu, Aasim Saeed, Shoaib Ahmad, Shafaqat Ali, Hongyan Guo
Summary: The accumulation of cadmium and antibiotics in edible plants and fertile soil is a worldwide problem. This study investigated the potential of zinc oxide nanoparticles to alleviate the toxicity of both cadmium and antibiotics and promote spinach growth.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lurui Wan, Kai Wang, Yuan Chen, Zhiyong Xu, Wenbo Zhao
Summary: In this study, a low viscosity and high thermal stability SO2 absorbent with dual interacting sites was successfully synthesized. The absorbent showed the highest absorption enthalpy change and entropy change values among reported SO2 absorbents, and exhibited lower viscosity and comparable thermal stability to ILs.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhengwei Zhou, Guojie Ye, Yang Zong, Zhenyu Zhao, Deli Wu
Summary: This study utilized Mo powder and STPP to enhance the performance of the sodium percarbonate system in pollutant degradation. The presence of Mo and STPP resulted in a higher degradation rate of the model pollutant SMX, with low oxidant consumption. The system generated multiple active species through a series of chain reactions at different pH values, exhibiting excellent performance towards electron-rich pollutants. Furthermore, Mo demonstrated excellent stability and reusability.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)