Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
MaryAnne Hurley, Eva Lewis, Marion Beecher, Brian Garry, Christina Fleming, Tommy Boland, Deirdre Hennessy
Summary: Feed intake and digestibility are crucial for animal production, and this study compared the digestibility and intake of grass-only vs. grass-white clover forage in individually housed sheep. Results showed that white clover inclusion increased crude protein concentration and decreased NDF concentration in the offered forage, leading to increased nitrogen intake and decreased NDF intake. Grass-clover swards had greater OM and DM digestibility compared to grass-only swards.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pingnan Zhao, Jie Yu, Xiaoyuan Zhang, Zhixing Ren, Ming Li, Song Han
Summary: This study investigates the effects of biochar addition on the structure of soil microflora and the content of available nutrients in the soil planted with Trifolium repens. The results showed that the addition of biochar improved the microbial community structure, increased the relative abundance of functional bacteria, and enhanced the content of ammonia nitrogen, Olsen-P, and available potassium in the soil. This could potentially reduce the use of chemical fertilizers, protect the environment, and conserve natural resources.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Conor J. Bracken, Gary J. Lanigan, Karl G. Richards, Christoph Mueller, Saoirse R. Tracy, James Grant, Dominika J. Krol, Helen Sheridan, Mary Bridget Lynch, Cornelia Grace, Rochelle Fritch, Paul N. C. Murphy
Summary: The study shows that multispecies swards can effectively reduce N2O emissions, providing insights into effective mitigation strategies through management practices and soil conditions.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Conor J. Bracken, Gary J. Lanigan, Karl G. Richards, Christoph Mueller, Saoirse R. Tracy, Paul N. C. Murphy
Summary: Multispecies pastures can maintain high yields and reduce harmful nitrogen losses, but our understanding of these processes is limited.
AGRICULTURE ECOSYSTEMS & ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Isabelle Noelke, Bettina Tonn, Johannes Isselstein
Summary: The study revealed that season is the key factor affecting the morphology of white clover, with significant differences in architectural traits between seasons. Clover and total yield were positively associated with leaf area, petiole length, internode length and specific leaf area, but the strength and magnitude of this relationship were influenced by the surrounding environment and season.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ziheng Zou, Shuqing Li, Jie Wu, Shumin Guo, Yihe Zhang, Mengyuan Huang, Eugenia Valsami-Jones, Iseult Lynch, Xueyan Liu, Jinyang Wang, Jianwen Zou
Summary: This study investigated the ecological impacts of nanopolystyrene on fertilizer nitrogen fate, N gaseous losses, and soil microbial communities in an agroecosystem. The results showed that nanopolystyrene addition affected soil mineral N content and had contrasting effects on plant N uptake in aboveground biomass and roots. Nanopolystyrene addition also reduced nitrous oxide and ammonia emissions, and altered the composition of bacterial and fungal communities.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Galina K. Vasilyeva, Victoria S. Kondrashina, Elena R. Strijakova, David L. Pinsky
Summary: The article introduces a rapid phytotest called Ph-CG, which evaluates the phytotoxicity of contaminated soils based on the germination rate of white clover. This phytotest shows higher sensitivity to diesel fuel and copper (II) compared to other conventional phytotest methods, making it valuable for selecting optimal conditions for soil remediation and monitoring the subsequent processes.
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOCHEMISTRY AND HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Guirong Li, Zongshuo Wang, Yujing Lv, Shengyong Jia, Fukai Chen, Yinbo Liu, Long Huang
Summary: Planting ryegrass in co-contaminated soil can effectively enhance plant growth and removal of co-contaminants, as well as increase the diversity of soil bacteria and alter microbial community composition. The relative abundance of PAHs degrading genera also increased, benefiting the removal of pyrene in the soil.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Marie Hechelski, Brice Louvel, Christophe Waterlot
Summary: The choice of suitable plants is crucial for the successful rehabilitation of metal-contaminated soils. Physiological responses of plants can serve as indicators for the potential toxicity effects of metals. Fertilizers, especially phosphate fertilizers, can improve plant growth and reduce metal-stress.
PLANT GROWTH REGULATION
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Arlinda Cakaj, Anetta Hanc, Marta Lisiak-Zielinska, Klaudia Borowiak, Maria Drapikowska
Summary: This study aimed to assess the potential of common weed, Trifolium pratense, as a bioindicator of heavy metal contamination in various land uses in urban areas. It was found that Cr and Ni had high bioconcentration factor values in most sites. Contamination factor values varied across all sites. Trifolium pratense is a promising bioindicator for heavy metal contamination in various land uses in urban areas.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Haixia Zhu, Ying Teng, Xiaomi Wang, Ling Zhao, Wenjie Ren, Yongming Luo, Peter Christie
Summary: The study investigated the response of soil microbiome, including bacteria in the rhizosphere of clover, to mercury stress in contaminated soils from Guizhou province, China. High concentrations of soil mercury reduced bacterial community abundance and diversity while increasing the abundance and diversity of nitrogen-fixing bacteria. Rhizobium was identified as a biomarker at sites with high soil mercury contents, and the co-occurrence network analysis indicated a positive relationship between the dominant module of Rhizobiaceae and soil mercury concentration. Additionally, soil total nitrogen, nitrate-nitrogen, soil organic matter, and available molybdenum contents were found to be important factors influencing the microbial community structure and abundance of functional genes.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jian Li, Ying Xu, Quanwei Song, Jie Yang, Lin Xie, Shihang Yu, Lei Zheng
Summary: Characterization of PAHs and n-alkanes, along with indigenous microbial community structure and function, in soil from a petrol station in Beijing revealed petroleum-related sources for the pollutants. Concentrations increased with depth. Proteobacteria and Actinobacteria were dominant phyla, with important genera Nocardioides and Microbacterium. Functional classes aiding microorganism adaptation to contaminants were identified. Five petroleum hydrocarbon degradation-related genes were annotated.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Pooja Sharma, Ashutosh Kumar Pandey, Sang-Hyoun Kim, Surendra Pratap Singh, Preeti Chaturvedi, Sunita Varjani
Summary: This review summarises recent studies on in-situ microbial remediation of heavy metals from industrial wastewater, highlighting the intense changes in microbial diversity induced by heavy metals, as well as the success factors and assessment approaches for evaluating the efficacy of in-situ bioremediation technologies.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Barbara Borawska-Jarmulowicz, Grazyna Mastalerczuk, Maria Janicka, Barbara Wrobel
Summary: The study evaluated the influence of silicon application on the botanical composition and nutritional value of grass-legume mixtures. Results showed that silicon fertilization had a positive impact on crude protein content and reduction of fiber in plants, with variations depending on species composition and weather conditions.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Laura Wechtler, Jairo Falla-Angel, Antoine Bonnefoy, Philippe Laval-Gilly
Summary: This study demonstrates the benefits of using Miscanthus x giganteus in association with Trifolium repens L. to improve the dissipation of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and decrease soil ecotoxicity. By measuring various bioindicators such as microbial activity, microbial biomass, bacteria, fungi, and PAH-degrading bacteria density, it was found that co-cultures were more beneficial for improving biological technosol quality compared to monocultures.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOREMEDIATION
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Lur Epelde, Julen Urra, Mikel Anza, Javier Gamboa, Carlos Garbisu
Summary: Agricultural practices can negatively impact the presence and diversity of AMF, while organic orchard management leads to a decline in AMF abundance. Inoculation of AMF can increase lettuce yield but does not significantly alter nutritional quality. Additionally, AMF inoculation does not have a substantial effect on root fungal communities.
ARCHIVES OF AGRONOMY AND SOIL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Biology
Oier Pedrera, Unai Ortega, Aritz Ruiz-Gonzalez, Jose Ramon Diez Diez, Oihana Barrutia
Summary: Plant Blindness refers to the lack of awareness and knowledge about plants, which is particularly common among secondary students. Despite an increase in understanding biodiversity and plant biology during secondary education, most students still exhibit symptoms of Plant Blindness. This indicates that Plant Blindness is not only related to plants themselves, but also to biodiversity.
JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
M. A. Goicolea, A. Gomez-Caballero, M. Saumell-Esnaola, G. Garcia del Can, N. Unceta, J. Salles, R. J. Barrio
Summary: This study proposes a new polymer format, a linear polymer, as a selective recognition element for protein detection, showcasing its potential in replacing natural antibodies in bioassays. The selective detection of the globular protein lactoferrin using the linear polymer was demonstrated, along with a low level of cross-reactivity.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2022)
Article
Anthropology
Asier Vallejo, Jaime Gea, Ane Gorostizu-Orkaiztegi, Josep Maria Verges, Patricia Martin, M. Carmen Sampedro, Alicia Sanchez-Ortega, M. Aranzazu Goicolea, Ramon J. Barrio
Summary: A new method for the analysis of early husbandry practices was used in this study, showing that bile acid analysis can be useful for identifying remains of ruminant residues. The progesterone/deoxycholic acid ratio can be used as a biomarker for herd management.
JOURNAL OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Lur Epelde, Maddalen Mendizabal, Laura Gutierrez, Ainara Artetxe, Carlos Garbisu, Efren Feliu
Summary: Nature-based solutions have the potential to mitigate and adapt to climate change in cities by enhancing biodiversity, carbon storage, reducing extreme temperatures, and controlling floods. This study established an integrated methodology to quantify the benefits of these solutions and found that different measures have different impacts on various environmental benefits.
URBAN FORESTRY & URBAN GREENING
(2022)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Ane Portillo-Blanco, Jose Ramon Diez, Oihana Barrutia, Mikel Garmendia, Jenaro Guisasola
Summary: The COVID-19 crisis has prompted global changes in daily activities, emphasizing the importance of scientific literacy. However, there is a lack of educational interventions relating to preventive measures against COVID-19. This study presents a scientific literacy workshop for students in different education levels to investigate their understanding and reasoning about COVID-19 preventive measures and how scientific evidence influences decision-making, including the decision to get vaccinated. The results indicate that this educational intervention enhances students' knowledge and attitude towards prevention measures and vaccination.
REVISTA EUREKA SOBRE ENSENANZA Y DIVULGACION DE LAS CIENCIAS
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Leire Baranano, Olatz Unamunzaga, Naroa Garbisu, Siebe Briers, Timokleia Orfanidou, Blasius Schmid, Inazio Martinez de Arano, Andres Araujo, Carlos Garbisu
Summary: The forest-based bioeconomy has the potential to provide competitiveness, differentiation, and sustainability to the European economy. This study evaluated the development of the forest-based bioeconomy in three European regions and found that the North Karelia region had the highest score, while the Basque Country had the lowest score. The long-term sustainability of forest bioresources and production processes, as well as changes in consumption patterns, are essential for the successful development of the forest-based bioeconomy.
Article
Education & Educational Research
Oihana Barrutia, Aritz Ruiz-Gonzalez, Inaki Sanz-Azkue, Jose Ramon Diez
Summary: This study assesses the ability of secondary students to list wild animals and plants and finds that students have more knowledge about exotic and domesticated species. Additionally, smaller hometowns are associated with a higher listing of wild native species, although there are still symptoms of "Plant Awareness Disparity" present.
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Maria Teresa Gomez-Sagasti, Oihana Barrutia
Summary: This study investigates the changes in the conceptions of health and illness among a group of 8-9 year-old primary education students before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. The results suggest that the pandemic has influenced children's understanding of health, linking it more closely with good nutrition, physical activity, and joy, while illness is associated with sedentary behavior. However, after months of experiencing the pandemic, students tend to focus on physical factors rather than social and emotional ones when thinking about health and illness, highlighting the need for an interdisciplinary approach to these concepts.
DIDACTICA DE LAS CIENCIAS EXPERIMENTALES Y SOCIALES
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
June Hidalgo, Mikel Anza, Lur Epelde, Jose M. Becerril, Carlos Garbisu
Summary: The study evaluated the effect of adding zero-valent iron nanoparticles and organic amendments on rhizoremediation of soils contaminated with zinc and lindane, and found that the combination of these two remediation methods can effectively reduce concentrations of organic and metal pollutants, and promote soil health recovery.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Leire Jauregi, Aitor Gonzalez, Carlos Garbisu, Lur Epelde
Summary: Agricultural fertilization with organic amendments of animal origin can lead to the dissemination of antibiotic resistance. This study evaluated the effect of different treatments on the abundance of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) and mobile genetic elements (MGEs) in dairy cow manure-derived amendments. Anaerobic digestion and biochar application resulted in the greatest reduction in ARG and MGE gene abundance. These treatments were then used to fertilize the soil for lettuce growth, and no differences in lettuce gene abundances were observed among treatments. The findings suggest that amendment treatments can help minimize the risk of antibiotic resistance in agroecosystems.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
June Hidalgo, Lur Epelde, Mikel Anza, Jose M. Becerril, Carlos Garbisu
Summary: Mycoremediation using mushroom growth substrates is a promising strategy for recovering the health of soils co-contaminated with lead and gamma-HCH. In this study, the potential of Agaricus bisporus and Pleurotus ostreatus growth substrates for mycoremediation was evaluated. The results showed that the application of P. ostreatus inoculated substrate led to the most significant reduction in gamma-HCH concentration and the extraction of more lead compared to plants. The mycoremediation treatments also enhanced soil health compared to phytoremediation and control treatments.
Article
Ecology
Leire Jauregi, Lur Epelde, Maddi Artamendi, Fernando Blanco, Carlos Garbisu
Summary: This study aimed to assess the induced development of oxytetracycline (OTC) tolerance in soil bacterial communities resulting from the addition of OTC to well-aged cow manure-amended soil. The results showed that the repeated addition of OTC significantly increased the tolerance of soil bacterial communities, with tolerance levels correlating with OTC concentrations. Therefore, it is crucial to rationalize antibiotic use in livestock and properly treat antibiotic-containing manure before its application as fertilizer for agricultural soil.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xabier Aretxabala, Gontzal Garcia del Cano, Sergio Barrondo, Maider Lopez de Jesus, Imanol Gonzalez-Burguera, Miquel Saumell-Esnaola, Maria Aranzazu Goicolea, Joan Salles
Summary: In this study, the authors investigated the dynamics and distribution of the diacylglycerol lipase-alpha (DGL alpha) enzyme in the nuclear matrix of adult cortical neurons. They used various techniques, such as high-resolution fluorescence microscopy, subcellular fractionation, and Western blot, to demonstrate the localization of DGL alpha in the matrix of neuronal nuclei. Additionally, they quantified the production of 2-arachidonoylglycerol (2-AG) through DGL alpha dependent biosynthesis and described the localization of enzymes involved in 2-AG degradation. The results provide valuable insights into the subcellular distribution and function of DGL alpha in neuronal nuclei.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Oihana Barrutia, Oier Pedrera, Unai Ortega-Lasuen, Jose Ramon Diez
Summary: Biodiversity loss is a major environmental issue, and citizens' biodiversity literacy is crucial. Our study examined the species identification skills and conservation preferences of Primary School students in northern Spain. We found that students' species literacy is generally low, even though it increases with education level. Additionally, children's conservation preferences are not solely guided by conservation priorities, and factors like species identification accuracy also influence their preferences. These findings highlight the need to educate children about local fauna early on and provide them with training on selecting species for protection and conservation.
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Toshimi Nakajima, Mao Kuragano, Makoto Yamada, Ryo Sugimoto
Summary: This study compared the contribution of submarine groundwater discharge (SGD) to river nutrient budgets at nearshore and embayment scales, and found that SGD-derived nutrients become more important at larger spatial scales.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fan Liu, Lei Zhang, Chongyang Zhang, Ziguang Chen, Jingguang Li
Summary: NO2 emissions from wall-mounted gas stoves used for household heating have become a significant source of indoor pollution in Chinese urban areas. The high indoor concentration of NO2 poses potential health risks to residents. It is urgently necessary to establish relevant regulations and implement emission reduction technologies to reduce NO2 emissions from wall-mounted gas stoves.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Letter
Environmental Sciences
Hans Peter H. Arp, Raoul Wolf, Sarah E. Hale, Sivani Baskaran, Juliane Gluege, Martin Scheringer, Xenia Trier, Ian T. Cousins, Harrie Timmer, Roberta Hofman-Caris, Anna Lennquist, Andre D. Bannink, Gerard J. Stroomberg, Rosa M. A. Sjerps, Rosa Montes, Rosario Rodil, Jose Benito Quintana, Daniel Zahn, Herve Gallard, Tobias Mohr, Ivo Schliebner, Michael Neumann
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Philomina Onyedikachi Peter, Binessi Edouard Ifon, Francois Nkinahamira, Kayode Hassan Lasisi, Jiangwei Li, Anyi Hu, Chang-Ping Yu
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between dissolved organic matter (DOM) and Rare Earth Elements (REEs) in sediments from Yundang Lagoon, China. The results show four distinct fluorescent components, with protein-like substances being the most prevalent. Additionally, the total fluorescence intensity and LREE concentrations exhibit a synchronized increase from Outer to Inner to Songbai Lake core sediments. The findings demonstrate a strong correlation between DOM content and pollution levels.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Surya Gupta, Pasquale Borrelli, Panos Panagos, Christine Alewell
Summary: The objective of this study is to incorporate soil hydraulic properties into the erodibility factor (K) of USLE-type models. By modifying and improving the existing equations for soil texture and permeability, the study successfully included information on saturated hydraulic conductivity (Ksat) into the calculation of K factor. Using the Random Forest machine learning algorithm, two independent K factor maps with different spatial resolutions were generated. The results show that the decrease in K factor values has a positive impact on the modeling of soil erosion rates.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jesmin Akter, Wendy J. M. Smith, Yawen Liu, Ilho Kim, Stuart L. Simpson, Phong Thai, Asja Korajkic, Warish Ahmed
Summary: The choice of workflow in wastewater surveillance has a significant impact on SARS-CoV-2 concentrations, while having minimal effects on HF183 and no effect on HAdV 40/41 concentrations. Certain components in the workflow can be interchangeable, but factors such as buffer type, chloroform, and homogenization speed can affect the recovery of viruses and bacteria.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yu Luo, Xueting Yang, Diwei Wang, Hongmei Xu, Hongai Zhang, Shasha Huang, Qiyuan Wang, Ningning Zhang, Junji Cao, Zhenxing Shen
Summary: Atmospheric PM2.5, which can generate reactive oxygen species (ROS), is associated with cardiorespiratory morbidity and mortality. The study found that both the mass concentration of PM2.5 and the DTT activity were higher during the heating season than during the nonheating season. Combustion sources were the primary contributors to DTT activity during the heating season, while secondary formation dominated during the nonheating season. The study also revealed that biomass burning had the highest inherent oxidation potential among all sources investigated.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Erin L. Murphy, Leah R. Gerber, Chelsea M. Rochman, Beth Polidoro
Summary: Plastic pollution has devastating consequences for marine organisms. This study uses a trait-based framework to develop a vulnerability index for marine mammals, seabirds, and sea turtles in Hawai'i. The index ranks 63 study species based on their vulnerability to macroplastic pollution, providing valuable information for species monitoring and management priorities.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kenji Maurice, Amelia Bourceret, Sami Youssef, Stephane Boivin, Liam Laurent-Webb, Coraline Damasio, Hassan Boukcim, Marc-Andre Selosse, Marc Ducousso
Summary: Growing pressure from climate change and agricultural land use is destabilizing soil microbial community interactions. Little is known about microbial community resistance and adaptation to disturbances, hindering our understanding of recovery latency and implications for ecosystem functioning. This study found that anthropic disturbance and natural disturbance have different effects on the topology and stability of soil microbial networks.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yunhao Li, Yali Feng, Haoran Li, Yisong Yao, Chenglong Xu, Jinrong Ju, Ruiyu Ma, Haoyu Wang, Shiwei Jiang
Summary: Deep-sea mining poses a serious threat to marine ecosystems and human health by disturbing sediment and transmitting metal ions through the food chain. This study developed a new regenerative adsorption material, OMN@SA, which effectively removes metal ions. The adsorption mechanism and performance of the material for metal ion fixation were investigated.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Antonio Medici, Margherita Lavorgna, Marina Isidori, Chiara Russo, Elena Orlo, Giovanni Luongo, Giovanni Di Fabio, Armando Zarrelli
Summary: Valsartan, a widely used antihypertensive drug, has been detected in high concentrations in surface waters due to its unchanged excretion and incomplete degradation in wastewater treatment plants. This study investigated the degradation of valsartan and identified 14 degradation byproducts. The acute and chronic toxicity of these byproducts were evaluated in key organisms in the freshwater trophic chain.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jiang Lin, Lianbao Chi, Qing Yuan, Busu Li, Mingbao Feng
Summary: This study investigated the photodegradation behavior and product formation of two representative pharmaceuticals in simulated estuary water. The study found that the formed transformation products of these pharmaceuticals have potential toxicity on marine organisms, including oxidative stress and damage to cellular components.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hua Fang, Dongdong Jiang, Ye He, Siyi Wu, Yuehong Li, Ziqi Zhang, Haoting Chen, Zixin Zheng, Yan Sun, Wenxiang Wang
Summary: This study revealed that exposure to lower levels of air pollutants led to decreased pregnancy rates, with PM10, NO2, SO2, and CO emerging as the four most prominent pollutants. Individuals aged 35 and above exhibited heightened susceptibility to pollutants.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ali Shaan Manzoor Ghumman, Rashid Shamsuddin, Amin Abbasi, Mohaira Ahmad, Yoshiaki Yoshida, Abdul Sami, Hamad Almohamadi
Summary: In this study, inverse vulcanized polysulfides (IVP) were synthesized by reacting molten sulfur with 4-vinyl benzyl chloride, and then functionalized using N-methyl D-glucamine (NMDG). The functionalized IVP showed a high mercury adsorption capacity and a machine learning model was developed to predict the amount of mercury removed. Furthermore, the functionalized IVP can be regenerated and reused, providing a sustainable and cost-effective adsorbent.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rita Bonfiglio, Renata Sisto, Stefano Casciardi, Valeria Palumbo, Maria Paola Scioli, Erica Giacobbi, Francesca Servadei, Gerry Melino, Alessandro Mauriello, Manuel Scimeca
Summary: This study investigated the presence of aluminum in human colon cancer samples and its potential association with biological processes involved in cancer progression. Aluminum was found in tumor areas of 24% of patients and was associated with epithelial to mesenchymal transition (EMT) and cell death. Additional analyses revealed higher tumor mutational burden and mutations in genes related to EMT and apoptosis in aluminum-positive colon cancers. Understanding the molecular mechanisms of aluminum toxicity may improve strategies for the management of colon cancer patients.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
