Article
Environmental Sciences
Moustafa A. Hamoud, Shereen F. Abo-Zahra, Mohamed A. Attia, Hanan H. Someda, Mamdoh R. Mahmoud
Summary: Natural zeolite modified with CTAB is capable of simultaneously adsorbing Cs+ cations and HCrO4- anions. The adsorption efficiency of CTAB-zeolite is highest in the pH range of 2.5-4.2. Kinetic and equilibrium adsorption parameters were obtained using a double-exponential kinetic model and the Redlich-Peterson isotherm model, respectively.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shashanka Shekhar Sarker, Shakila Akter, Md Abu Bakar Siddique, Khondaker Md. Jaminur Rahman, Shamsun Nahar, Shamima Akhtar Sharmin
Summary: Soil contamination with heavy metals and metalloids is a global concern. Ipomoea carnea, a resilient plant, has been tested for its ability to grow and accumulate Cr and As from contaminated soils. With high biomass productivity, Ipomoea carnea shows potential as a phytoremediation candidate for continuous sequestration of toxic elements.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yan Zhao, Cheng Zhang, Lun Ma, Junchen Li, Peng Tan, Qingyan Fang, Gang Chen
Summary: This study investigated the migration behavior of arsenic and chromium at high temperatures using CO2 gasification technology, and found that increasing temperature can enhance the stability of HMs in ash, reducing their toxicity and environmental risk.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jian Liu, Yuting Wen, Yucong Mo, Weizhen Liu, Xiliang Yan, Hongyu Zhou, Bing Yan
Summary: Biochars (BCs) can interact with multivalent metal ions in the environment, causing changes in their ionic valence states and resulting in unknown combined toxicity. In this study, we investigated the interaction between BCs and Cr or As and their combined cytotoxicity in human colorectal mucosal cells. Our results showed that the redox-induced valence state change is a critical factor in the combined cytotoxicity of BCs with Cr/As.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yantus A. B. Neolaka, Yosep Lawa, Johnson Naat, Arsel A. P. Riwu, Anggelina Walo Mango, Handoko Darmokoesoemo, Bernadeta Ayu Widyaningrum, Munawar Iqbal, Heri Septya Kusuma
Summary: Anthropogenic activity has led to the access of Cr(VI) ion species in the aquatic system, causing harm to the ecosystem and human health. This research focuses on the use and development of low-cost inorganic material as an effective adsorbent, particularly the activated natural zeolite-magnetic composite (ANZ-Fe3O4). The study evaluates the performance of ANZ-Fe3O4 in removing Cr(VI) and investigates the adsorption mechanism.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Maria Isabel Garcia Rosa, Gabriella Andrade Boga, Suellen Silva Vieira Cruz, Fabio Ramos Dias de Andrade, Sheila Aparecida Correia Furquim, Mirian Chieko Shinzato
Summary: The study showed that Fe(II) modified zeolite and vermiculite can effectively remove Cr(VI) from solution, with the released iron content sufficient to reduce high concentrations of Cr(VI). However, the acidic nature of the solution may affect the precipitation of Cr(III) ions.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shinya Kokuryo, Kazuya Tamura, Soshi Tsubota, Koji Miyake, Yoshiaki Uchida, Atsushi Mizusawa, Tadashi Kubo, Norikazu Nishiyama
Summary: In this study, it was found that Cr6+ species bonded to silanol groups in the zeolite framework can inhibit coke deposition during LDPE cracking. The Cr6+ species generate hydrogen from alkane products, while zeolitic acid sites catalyze the hydrogenation and decomposition of aromatics, resulting in reduced coke deposition. The synergistic effect of Cr6+ species and zeolitic acid sites allows for coke reduction without decreasing cracking activity.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Kaviyarasi Renu, Rituraj Chakraborty, Haritha Myakala, Rajeshwari Koti, Ademola C. Famurewa, Harishkumar Madhyastha, Balachandar Vellingiri, Alex George, Abilash Valsala Gopalakrishnan
Summary: Exposure to heavy metals beyond permissible limits poses a serious threat to human health, causing hepatotoxicity, cellular damage, and inflammatory responses.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xianhong Li, Jingru Li, Qiancheng Zhao, Longkai Qiao, Limin Wang, Caihong Yu
Summary: This study reports the ability of strain Ensifer adhaerens M8, screened from soils contaminated with complex metals, to simultaneously oxidize As(III) and reduce Cr(VI). Physiological, biochemical, and genomic techniques were used to explore the mechanism. The study found that strain M8 could simultaneously oxidize 1 mM As(III) and reduce 45.3% 0.1 mM Cr(VI), with a 5.8% increase in Cr(VI) reduction rate compared to the addition of Cr(VI) alone. The genome of M8 included one chromosome and four plasmids, with two more plasmids than strains of the same genus. M8 possessed multiple heavy metal resistance genes and a complete cluster of arsenic resistance-oxidation-transport genes, as well as genes involved in Cr(VI) detoxification.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Najah Mahjoubi, Manel Araissi, Mohsen Mhamdi, Elimame Elaloui
Summary: This research investigated the removal of chromium(III) ion by natural materials zeolite and chert. The results showed that purified zeolite and chert had good adsorption capacity for chromium and could potentially remove cationic heavy metal species from industrial wastewater. The pseudo-second-order kinetics model best described the adsorption process.
WATER AIR AND SOIL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Sharareh Salimkhani, Kamal Siahcheshm, Ali Kadkhodaie, Hamed Salimkhani
Summary: The discharge of Mayan leather manufacturing plants' wastewater into the Aji Chai River in East Azerbaijan has increased the concentration of heavy metals, leading to contamination of the upper aquifer in the Mayan Plain. By synthesizing Linde Type A (LTA) Na-zeolite from Kaolin, researchers found that it has a high adsorption rate for chromium in wastewater solutions.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Nicolas Torasso, Alicia Vergara-Rubio, Reinaldo Pereira, Javier Martinez-Sabando, Jose Roberto Vega Baudrit, Silvina Cerveny, Silvia Goyanes
Summary: The problem of arsenic contamination in water requires sustainable and scalable solutions. This study presents a simple, efficient, and green method for increasing adsorption capacity by synthesizing ultra-small nanoparticles (IONPs) within electrospun nanofibers. The IONPs alter the properties of the polymeric matrix and can be reused for at least 3 cycles with 80% efficiency. The membranes are also highly effective in removing hexavalent chromium.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Talal Alharbi, Khaled Al-Kahtany, Hamdy E. Nour, Salvatore Giacobbe, Abdelbaset S. El-Sorogy
Summary: The contamination and health risks of arsenic and chromium in the Al-Khobar coastal area have been assessed. The sediments showed low levels of contamination and the recorded values indicated acceptable or tolerable carcinogenic risks for both adults and children. However, children had higher cancer risks compared to adults.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ritusmita Goswami, Chandrashekhar Bhagat, Igo Lollen, Nikita Neog, Umesh B. Barache, Ritu Thakur, Jurgen Mahlknecht, Manish Kumar
Summary: In recent times, multi-metal co-contamination in groundwater has become a challenging environmental health issue globally. This study reveals the co-contamination of arsenic, chromium, and lead in pristine aquifers with relatively lower anthropogenic activities. The leaching of chromium from natural sources into groundwater is found to be caused by rock-water interaction. This finding suggests the need for precautionary investigations in other regions to prevent similar situations from arising.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Katherine Lizama-Allende, Jose Ayala, Ignacio Jaque, Pablo Echeverria
Summary: A laboratory-scale horizontal subsurface flow constructed wetland system was used to treat highly acidic, arsenic and metal-rich water. The system showed high efficiency in arsenic, iron, and lead removal throughout the experiment, with limestone recommended over zeolite as the wetland medium due to its pH adjustment capacity. Plant uptake had minimal contribution to pollutant removal.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ana Sofia Silva, Cristina Quintelas, Eugenio C. Ferreira, Joao A. Lopes, Clara Sousa
Review
Biochemical Research Methods
Cristina Quintelas, Eugenio C. Ferreira, Joao A. Lopes, Clara Sousa
BIOTECHNOLOGY JOURNAL
(2018)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Daniela P. Mesquita, Cristina Quintelas, A. Luis Amaral, Eugenio C. Ferreira
REVIEWS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND BIO-TECHNOLOGY
(2017)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Z. Genisheva, C. Quintelas, D. P. Mesquita, E. C. Ferreira, J. M. Oliveira, A. L. Amaral
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Cristina Quintelas, Adelaide Braga, Daniela P. Mesquita, Antonio L. Amaral, Eugenio C. Ferreira, Isabel Belo
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2019)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
C. Quintelas, D. P. Mesquita, E. C. Ferreira, A. L. Amaral
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Clara Sousa, Cristina Quintelas, Catarina Augusto, Eugenio C. Ferreira, Ricardo N. M. J. Pascoa
COMPUTERS AND ELECTRONICS IN AGRICULTURE
(2019)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Cristina Quintelas, Daniela P. Mesquita, Ana M. Torres, Isa Costa, Eugenio C. Ferreira
JOURNAL OF WATER PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Delfim Soares, Manuel Sarmento, Daniel Barros, Helder Peixoto, Hugo Figueiredo, Ricardo Alves, Isabel Delgado, Jose C. Teixeira, Fatima Cerqueira
Summary: This study investigates the impact of bismuth addition on the microstructure and electrical conductivity of a lead-free alloy near the soldered joint. Two distinct electrical resistivity zones were identified within the solder interface, with different resistivity characteristics attributed to copper diffusion and bismuth content in the solder alloy. The findings provide insight into the relationship between microstructure, composition, and electrical properties of the solder/substrate zone.
SOLDERING & SURFACE MOUNT TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Cristiano S. Leal, Mariana Lopes, Angeles Val del Rio, Cristina Quintelas, Paula M. L. Castro, Eugenio C. Ferreira, A. Luis Amaral, Daniela P. Mesquita
Summary: In this study, a sequencing batch reactor (SBR) with aerobic granular sludge (AGS) was operated with synthetic wastewater containing environmental relevant concentrations of 17β-estradiol (E2), 17α-ethinylestradiol (EE2) and sulfamethoxazole (SMX). The granular fraction predominated throughout the monitoring period, with distinct operational periods identified through principal component analysis and quantitative image analysis. Discriminant analysis successfully distinguished different operational periods and the presence of PhAC in samples based on specific parameters related to biomass density, sludge settling ability, and granular characteristics.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Antonio Melo, Joana Costa, Cristina Quintelas, Eugenio C. Ferreira, Daniela P. Mesquita
Summary: The study compared biomass stress-responses under long-term exposure to ibuprofen and found that IBU significantly reduced the removal efficiencies of COD and NH4+, while the composition of EPS also changed, with higher protein content in TBEPS during phases containing IBU.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
C. Quintelas, A. Braga, A. Cordeiro, E. C. Ferreira, I Belo, R. N. M. J. Pascoa
Summary: The valorization of glycerol wastes through biotechnological processes is promising due to the high glycerol generated from bio-diesel industry. FT-NIR spectroscopy was effectively used for monitoring biomass, glycerol, L-phenylalanine, and 2-PE during biotechnological production. The developed PLS models showed good predictive accuracy, attesting the suitability of FT-NIR spectroscopy for quantification in this process.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Antonio Melo, Joana Costa, Cristina Quintelas, Eugenio C. Ferreira, Daniela P. Mesquita
Summary: This study assessed the impact of Desloratadine on the performance of activated sludge and the production of extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) in a wastewater treatment process. The results showed that high concentrations of Desloratadine reduced the removal of chemical oxygen demand and ammonium, and increased the production of EPS. Fluorescence analysis revealed differences in the chemical structure of EPS caused by Desloratadine exposure.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
C. Quintelas, A. Melo, M. Costa, D. P. Mesquita, E. C. Ferreira, A. L. Amaral
ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY
(2020)
Proceedings Paper
Physics, Applied
P. E. Lopes, D. Moura, D. Freitas, M. F. Proenca, H. Figueiredo, R. Alves, M. C. Paiva
PROCEEDINGS OF THE EUROPE/AFRICA CONFERENCE DRESDEN 2017 - POLYMER PROCESSING SOCIETY PPS
(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)
