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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Xuefeng Ding, Rendong He, Tingjun Zhang, Linqiang Mei, Shuang Zhu, Chengyan Wang, You Liao, Dongmei Wang, Hao Wang, Junsong Guo, Li Chen, Zhanjun Gu, Houxiang Hu
Summary: This study investigates the toxic effects and molecular mechanisms of Pb-PNPs in the respiratory system. The results show that CsPbBr3 nanoparticles induce oxidative stress, cell apoptosis, inflammation, and epithelial-mesenchymal transition, and can even lead to pulmonary fibrosis.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Abdelmonem Awad Hegazy, Ayat M. Domouky, Fatma Akmal, Dalia Ibrahim El-wafaey
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the protective role of selenium in alleviating the effects of lead on rat cerebral structure. The results showed that selenium could reduce lead-induced neurotoxicity by reducing oxidative stress and apoptosis.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
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Engineering, Environmental
Jia-Lang Zheng, Xiao Chen, Li-Bin Peng, Dan Wang, Qing-Ling Zhu, Jiji Li, Tao Han
Summary: The study found that particles, rather than released Zn2+ from ZnO nanoparticles, amplified the toxicity of MPs in early stages of exposed zebrafish and their unexposed offspring.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Nakul Gupta, Prabhakar Mohan Singh, Vidya Sagar, Alok Pandya, Manimurugan Chinnappa, Rajesh Kumar, Anant Bahadur
Summary: The study demonstrated that seed priming with zinc and iron nanoparticles can effectively alleviate the impact of lead stress on Basella alba seedlings, improving seed germination and root length while reducing lead uptake.
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Agricultural Engineering
Vahideh Haghi, Shahram Namdjoyan, Ali Abolhasani Soorki
Summary: This study investigated the interactive effects of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) and melatonin (MT) on lead (Pb)-induced oxidative stress in safflower seedlings. The results showed that H2S and MT reduced Pb-induced oxidative injury by promoting the activity of enzymes responsible for the ascorbate-glutathione cycle and stimulating metal-binding ligands metabolism.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2022)
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Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Xiaowei Liu, Yuan Ai, Qian Chen, Sheng Liu
Summary: Inspired by using 2,3-dimercaptosuccinic acid (DMSA) as a heavy metal chelator to treat lead, mercury, and arsenic poisoning, a highly efficient approach to synthesize PbS NPs has been developed. This new method is much more efficient than those previously reported and can greatly improve the production of PbS NPs for a broad range of applications. Additionally, all protein-based materials can function as templates for synthesizing PbS NPs due to the prevalent existence of -SS- in natural materials.
MATERIALS SCIENCE IN SEMICONDUCTOR PROCESSING
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Dagmawi Abebe Zewude, Takako Noguchi, Kimihiko Sato, Hironori Izawa, Shinsuke Ifuku
Summary: In this study, chitin nanoparticles were successfully prepared by alkaline treatment and regeneration, which showed small particle size, high dispersibility, and high heat resistance. Compared to nanofibers, nanoparticles had lower viscosity, allowing for preparation at higher concentrations, and can be easily redispersed in water after concentration.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Mehdi Esmaeili Bidhendi, Ehsan Parandi, Masoumeh Mahmoudi Meymand, Hassan Sereshti, Hamid Rashidi Nodeh, Sang-Woo Joo, Yasser Vasseghian, Nadia Mahmoudi Khatir, Shahabaldin Rezania
Summary: In this study, alginate-caged magnesium sulfide nanoparticles were used as adsorbents to treat lead ions. The adsorbents showed excellent adsorption capacity for lead ions and could be reused multiple times.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
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Environmental Sciences
Rafa Almeer, Nouf M. Alyami
Summary: This study investigated the effects of Asparagus officinalis extract on renal toxicity caused by lead acetate. The results showed that the extract had antioxidant activities, effectively preventing oxidative stress, inflammation, and apoptosis.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xiaochan Gao, Hongtao Ren, Yong Huang, Yimin Li, Jiaqi Shen
Summary: The influence of multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) on the toxicity of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnONPs) in the intestine of common carp was investigated. The study found that the concentration and concentration ratio of the mixture played a role in the toxicity of ZnONPs. The presence of MWCNTs significantly decreased intercellular zinc accumulation and altered the microbial community diversity and composition of the gut microbiota.
COMPARATIVE BIOCHEMISTRY AND PHYSIOLOGY C-TOXICOLOGY & PHARMACOLOGY
(2024)
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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Youquan Zhou, Yunqing He, Xiaoying Lin, Yue Feng, Mingxian Liu
Summary: A high-performance biodegradable plastic was made from chitin, which exhibited excellent performance, sustainability, and safety. It can be completely degraded by microorganisms in a short period of time and is safe for cells and crops. The plastic also showed comparable water resistance and transparency when applied to containers, straws, etc.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Youquan Zhou, Yunqing He, Xiaoying Lin, Yue Feng, Mingxian Liu
Summary: The chitin bioplastic demonstrates excellent performance, high safety, and strong sustainability. It can be completely degraded by microorganisms and shows great performance in containers, straws, cups, and photoprotection.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Li Zhou, Chaoqin Zhang, Yu Qiang, Min Huang, Xiangmei Ren, Yuanhong Li, Jihong Shao, Lichun Xu
Summary: The study demonstrated that APSP can protect against lead-induced reproductive toxicity in male mice by attenuating testicular injury, improving sperm count and motility, reducing sperm abnormality rate, restoring antioxidant levels, inhibiting lipid peroxidation, and modulating the JNK signaling pathway.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
K. Saranya, S. Thirumaran
Summary: Three lead(II) dithiocarbamate complexes were synthesized and characterized. The structures and electronic properties of the complexes were investigated by X-ray crystallography, FT-IR, NMR, and DFT calculations. Lead sulfide nanoparticles were prepared from one of the complexes and their morphology, composition, structure, and optical properties were studied. The nanoparticles showed good photocatalytic degradation capabilities under UV light irradiation.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2023)
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Environmental Sciences
Junxia Li, Jiaqi Tian, Haoyu Yin, Yanjie Peng, Song Liu, Sanqiao Yao, Lin Zhang
Summary: After entering the uterine tissue of pregnant mice, SiNPs can cause disorders in fatty acid metabolism, biological dysfunction, and apoptosis of trophoblast cells, mediated in part by the PPARγ signaling pathway. Additionally, SiNPs induce uterine inflammation in vivo, which worsens with prolonged observation time.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hangqi Zhu, Bing Zhang, Nali Zhu, Mingchun Li, Qilin Yu
Summary: This study achieved efficient impairment of tumor mitochondria by preparing mitochondrion targeting peptide-grafted magnetic graphene oxide nanocarriers. The nanocarriers exhibited high drug-loading capacity for anticancer drug delivery and preferential targeting of tumor mitochondria, leading to severe impairment of mitochondrial functions and activation of apoptosis. The study demonstrates the potential of two-dimensional nanoplatforms for mitochondrion-targeting drug delivery in cancer therapy.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jing Wang, Li Feng, Qilin Yu, Yong Chen, Yu Liu
Summary: Supramolecular hydrogels are highly biocompatible materials that show outstanding capabilities in drug loading through electrostatic interactions and host-guest inclusion. Biological experiments demonstrate that these hydrogels exhibit strong antibacterial effects and promote wound healing efficiently.
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Xian-Yin Dai, Bing Zhang, Qilin Yu, Yu Liu
Summary: This study presents a multivalent supramolecular coassembly strategy for tumor treatment, which involves the aggregation of mitochondria and enhanced drug delivery. The approach achieves long-time phosphorescent labeling and significantly improves the efficiency of chemotherapy against drug-resistant tumors. The study also demonstrates the potential of using biological phosphorescent imaging for the treatment of drug-resistant cancers.
JOURNAL OF MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lei Chen, Yong Chen, Rong Zhang, Qilin Yu, Yong Liu, Yu Liu
Summary: This study constructed a nanosupramolecular cascade reactor through the cooperative interaction of multiple noncovalent bonds. The reactor generates hydroxyl radicals under glucose activation, forming hydrogel network structures and inhibiting resistant bacterial infection. The experimental results confirmed the importance of this method in the treatment of diabetic wounds.
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Engineering, Environmental
Li-An Feng, Boyuan Liang, Xinlin Zeng, Cong Shi, Hongda Yin, Yuming Feng, Yuqiao Chen, Qilin Yu
Summary: In this study, an artificial protein LcGC was designed to enhance the physical contact between functional bacteria and plant roots, leading to improved plant growth and increased heavy metal removal efficiency. The protein efficiently bound bacterial cell wall components and glucan, promoting the recruitment and colonization of functional bacteria on root surfaces. The presence of LcGC along with Cupriavidus taiwanensis and Pseudomonas putida significantly enhanced plant growth, tolerance to cadmium-induced oxidative stress, and cadmium-removing capacity, with up to 96% removal achieved on day 7.
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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Tian Deng, Fang-Chu Lin, Jeffrey I. Zink, Qilin Yu
Summary: This study achieved intelligent regulation of bacterial behaviors by designing assemblies based on mesoporous silica nanoparticles. The behaviors of bacteria, such as aggregation and biofilm formation, could be controlled using light and magnetic field stimuli, demonstrating the potential of chemical strategies in controlling diverse biological processes.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Li Yang, Hangqi Zhu, Mingchun Li, Qilin Yu
Summary: This study revealed that the tricalbin proteins Tcb1 and Tcb3 are ER-PM tethering proteins in Candida albicans, playing a crucial role in maintaining ER-PM contacts, regulating stress sensitivity, and contributing to cell wall integrity and virulence in the fungal pathogen.
MICROBIOLOGY SPECTRUM
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mingyang Liu, Yan Zhao, Zhishang Shi, Jeffrey I. Zink, Qilin Yu
Summary: This study developed virus-like magnetic mesoporous silica nanoparticles as a universal vaccination platform for preventing pathogenic infections. The platform exhibited high antigen-loading capacity and promoted antigen presentation in dendritic cells. After vaccination, the platform elicited specific antibody production against fungal, bacterial, and viral pathogens and effectively protected mice from severe fungal systemic infections.
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Environmental Sciences
Cong Shi, Zirun Zhao, Nali Zhu, Qilin Yu
Summary: Phytoremediation is an effective strategy for removing environmental heavy metals using metal-accumulating plants and rhizosphere microbiomes. This study introduced synthetic functional bacteria and magnetic nanoparticles to enhance the efficiency of phytoremediation by regulating the composition of rhizosphere microbiomes.
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Immunology
Zirun Zhao, Ying Sun, Mingchun Li, Qilin Yu
Summary: In this study, a synthetic cell-based fungal vaccine was developed using synthetic biology techniques for preventing systemic fungal infections. The vaccine showed promising results in mice by inducing immune response and preventing fungal colonization.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hui-Juan Wang, Meng-Meng Zheng, Wen-Wen Xing, Yong-Xue Li, Yao-Yao Wang, Hongjie Zhu, Ying-Ming Zhang, Qilin Yu, Yu Liu
Summary: A triphenylamine derivative (TP-3PY) with 4-(4-bromophenyl)pyridine (PY) as an electron-accepting group and tris[p-(4-pyridylvinyl)phenyl]amine (TPA) as an electron-donating group was synthesized. TP-3PY showed intense absorption in the visible light region and weak near-infrared fluorescence emission. Complexation with cucurbit[8]uril (CB[8]) and interaction with dodecyl-modified sulfonatocalix[4]arene (SC4AD) further enhanced the fluorescence and phosphorescence emissions.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mingyang Liu, Yan Zhao, Zhishang Shi, Jeffrey I. Zink, Qilin Yu
Summary: In this study, virus-like magnetic mesoporous silica nanoparticles were developed as a universal vaccination platform for preventing pathogenic infections. This platform exhibited high antigen-loading capacity and promoted antigen presentation in dendritic cells. After vaccination with the antigen-loaded magnetic nanoparticles, specific antibody production was elicited and the mice were effectively protected from severe fungal systemic infections.
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Environmental Sciences
Zirun Zhao, Lin Liu, Ying Sun, Liling Xie, Shuo Liu, Mingchun Li, Qilin Yu
Summary: In this study, fungus-derived biochar was used to enhance the microbe-plant remediation of cadmium-contaminated saline-alkali soil. The biochar significantly altered the rhizosphere microbiome and increased the colonization of salt-tolerant bacteria on plant roots. The combination of biochar and bacteria also improved the activity of rhizosphere enzymes, protected plants, and promoted cadmium transport. This suggests that fungus-derived biochar can effectively remove cadmium in saline-alkali soil.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Shuo Liu, Yuxin Ji, Hangqi Zhu, Zhishang Shi, Mingchun Li, Qilin Yu
Summary: Increased antibiotic resistance has become a global concern, calling for new antibacterial strategies that are not dependent on antibiotics. This study synthesized gallium-based metal-organic frameworks loaded with antimicrobial peptides, demonstrating strong antibacterial activity and promoting wound healing.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY B
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chengming Deng, Haiming Xu, Hailan Qin, Dongsheng Xia, Dongya Li, Qilin Yu, Dahong Chen, Yi Zheng, Yujia Wang
Summary: The photocatalytic performance was enhanced by improving the separation efficiency of photo-induced carriers using a type-II Bi2S3/BiOCl heterostructure. The experimental results showed that the heterostructure had 2.6 and 5.5 times higher purification efficiency compared to BiOCl and Bi2S3, respectively.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2022)
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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)