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Engineering, Environmental
Ta-Chih Hsiao, Po-Ching Cheng, Kai Hsien Chi, Hung-Yang Wang, Shih-Yu Pan, Ching Kao, Yueh-Lun Lee, Han-Pin Kuo, Kian Fan Chung, Hsiao-Chi Chuang
Summary: The study found that ambient PM2.5 is a direct transmission mode for influenza virus infection to the human alveolar epithelium. It demonstrated a correlation between chemicals in PM2.5 and the activity of influenza viruses in the atmosphere, highlighting the importance for establishing prevention and control strategies for influenza outbreaks.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
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Engineering, Environmental
Chi Zhang, Jianping Zhang, Yongjie Shen, Jiebing He, Wenqiang Qu, Jiang Deng, Lupeng Han, Aling Chen, Dengsong Zhang
Summary: By introducing the CePO4 component to mediate acid sites, this study promotes the degradation of chlorobenzene. The synergistic effect of Lewis and Brønsted acid sites enhances the efficiency and selectivity of chlorobenzene degradation, providing a new pathway for the combination of chlorobenzene catalytic oxidation and NH3-SCR.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Sinem Hazal Akyildiz, Hande Sezgin, Bahattin Yalcin, Ipek Yalcin-Enis
Summary: The textile industry produces innovative and diverse products, but it also causes damage to the environment. Synthetic fibers dominate the industry and release plastic wastes at various scales, posing risks to living organisms. This study aims to find the most effective pretreatment method for reducing organic matters in textile wastewater to detect microplastics and microfibers. The results show that H2O2 is the most efficient chemical for separating organics, while KOH and NaOH cause damages to all polymer types.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Tatiana D. Silva, Celia Alves, Helena Oliveira, Iola F. Duarte
Summary: This study comprehensively characterized PM10 from residential and traffic-impacted areas in a Portuguese city and investigated its biological effects on lung epithelial cells. The results showed that PM10 extracts could induce cellular toxicity, oxidative stress, mitochondrial damage, and cell cycle arrest, as well as modulate intracellular metabolic processes. Interestingly, PM10 samples rich in toxic substances had a greater impact on cell metabolism.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
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Environmental Sciences
Wenqing Zhu, Yuxuan Qi, Huihui Tao, Haizhou Zhang, Wenshuai Li, Wenjun Qu, Jinhui Shi, Yingchen Liu, Lifang Sheng, Wencai Wang, Guanru Wu, Yunhui Zhao, Yanjing Zhang, Xiaohong Yao, Xinfeng Wang, Li Yi, Yingge Ma, Yang Zhou
Summary: The long retention of dust air masses in polluted areas can change the properties of aerosols and impact health and ecology. This study analyzed the impact of a large-scale haze-to-dust event in the North China Plain region on the city of Qingdao. The analysis revealed the formation of sulfate in PM2.5 and nitrate in PM10-2.5 during the dust swing process. The study also identified waste incineration, coal burning, and regional transport as major contributors to pollution in Qingdao.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Carme Pacin, Javier Martinez-Abaigar, Encarnacion Nunez-Olivera, Jesus R. Aboal, Flavia De Nicola, J. Angel Fernandez
Summary: Testing the innovative and cost-effective Mosspheres as passive air samplers for monitoring and mapping polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) proved their high sensitivity and suitability. The study detected low concentrations of PAHs, with only a few enriched points exceeding legal thresholds near industrial areas and busy roads. However, Mosspheres were able to detect spatial structure for several PAHs and construct high-resolution pollution maps, supporting their widespread application and potential inclusion in European Directives on air quality control.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Francois-Xavier Collard, Martin Cooke-Willis, Daniel van de Pas, Kirk Torr
Summary: A central composite design was used to optimize the yield and HHV of liquid fuel produced through ex-situ catalytic fast pyrolysis of pine wood. The study found that lower temperature and higher catalyst loading resulted in higher yield, lower aromaticity, and greater stability of the fuel.
JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL AND APPLIED PYROLYSIS
(2022)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Tao Wang, Luyao Zhang, Pei Zhang, Guangyuan Yu, Chong Chen, Xiaofei Qin, Guochen Wang, Xiansheng Liu, Rui Li, Liwu Zhang, Zhonghuan Xia
Summary: Linfen, one of the most polluted cities in China, has limited discussions on the characteristics, sources, and health risks of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) emissions. This study conducted observations in Linfen and found that PAHs were mainly emitted from rural and urban areas, through combustion processes such as burning coal, industrial production, and vehicle fuel utilization. The concentrations of PAHs in Linfen's atmosphere exceeded international standards, indicating a significant carcinogenic risk for the local residents.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Nuerla Ailijiang, Naifu Zhong, Xiaolong Zhou, Anwar Mamat, Jiali Chang, Shuangyu Cao, Zhenyu Hua, Nanxin Li
Summary: The presence of PAHs in parks poses a threat to human health, especially when ingested through different pathways. The environmental quality of parks directly affects the health of both tourists and residents. This study in Urumqi, Northwest China, analyzed PAHs content in park soil and common plants in eight typical parks. Results showed that PAHs content in park soil was 5-6 times higher in the summer compared to the winter, with some samples exceeding the soil pollution risk screening value. Different seasons also affected the PAHs content in plants, with tall arbors having higher PAHs content in the winter and short herbs in the summer. The source of PAHs in plants was more complex during winter. Some parks had higher levels of contamination, and the average lifetime carcinogenic risk for both adults and children reached a low-risk level in the summer, with children having a higher risk than adults.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
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Engineering, Environmental
Jinjian Zhang, Kumar Vikrant, Ki-Hyun Kim, Fan Dong, Myoung Won Chung, Seunghyun Weon
Summary: The development of practical photocatalytic systems is important for efficiently removing hazardous volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in indoor environments. This research investigates the interaction between variables such as relative humidity and oxygen level, and finds that the involvement of water and oxygen synergistically enhances the efficiency of photocatalytic degradation.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Antonello Prigioniero, Daniela Zuzolo, Ulo Niinemets, Alessia Postiglione, Mariano Mercurio, Francesco Izzo, Marco Trifuoggi, Maria Toscanesi, Pierpaolo Scarano, Maria Tartaglia, Rosaria Sciarrillo, Carmine Guarino
Summary: The relationships between particulate matter (PM) and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAHs) leaf concentrations, uptake rates, and leaf surface functional traits were explored in Mediterranean evergreen trees. It was found that both plant surface morphological and chemical leaf traits influence the retention of PM and PAHs.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Jinjian Zhang, Kumar Vikrant, Ki-Hyun Kim, Fan Dong
Summary: The photocatalytic destruction of volatile organic compounds is an ideal method for managing indoor air quality. This study explores the potential of photocatalysis for the degradation of model aromatic hydrocarbons and provides detailed insights into the factors and processes governing their decomposition. The results are expected to contribute to the applicability of photocatalysis in air quality management.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Teng Wang, Baojie Li, Hong Liao, Yan Li
Summary: The study shows that the total emissions of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in mainland China have decreased from 2013 to 2017, mainly coming from industrial, residential/commercial, and transportation sectors. The magnitude and reasons for the decline in PAH emissions vary in different regions, with particular attention needed for the limited decline in Northwest China.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kevin B. White, Ondrej Sanka, Lisa Melymuk, Petra Pribylova, Jana Klanova
Summary: The study utilized data from the MONET passive air sampling network in combination with land use regression models to successfully describe atmospheric levels of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and polychlorinated biphenyls in Czechia, identifying their sources. The models demonstrated spatial variability at a national scale.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Stephan Gabet, Clementine Lemarchand, Pascal Guenel, Remy Slama
Summary: The study found that approximately 1,677 new breast cancer cases in France each year could be attributed to long-term exposure to NO2, accounting for 3.15% of the incident cases, with estimated tangible and intangible costs of €825 million. The results suggest that reducing long-term exposure to NO2 or correlated air pollutants could lower the risk of breast cancer.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PERSPECTIVES
(2021)
Article
Toxicology
Elham Babaei Lashkaryani, Babak Kakavandi, Roshanak Rezaei Kalantary, Ahmad Jonidi Jafari, Mitra Gholami
Summary: The study investigated the catalytic activation of peroxymonosulfate using cobalt ferrite nanoparticles decorated on graphene into amoxicillin degradation. The CoFe2O4@Gr catalyst showed significant catalytic activity and efficient removal of amoxicillin, chemical oxygen demand, and total organic carbon under optimal conditions within 60 minutes.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ahmad Jonidi Jafari, Roshanak Rezaei Kalantari, Majid Kermani, Masoumeh Hasham Firooz
RESEARCH ON CHEMICAL INTERMEDIATES
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Maryam Salimi, Ali Esrafili, Ahmad Jonidi Jafari, Mitra Gholami, Hamid Reza Sobhi
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Alireza Saeedi-Jurkuyeh, Ahmad Jonidi Jafari, Roshanak Rezaei Kalantary, Ali Esrafili
Summary: In this study, a thin-film nanocomposite forward osmosis (TFN FO) membrane was synthesized and evaluated for removing organic micro-pollutants from wastewater. The TFN membrane showed higher hydrophilicity, porosity, water permeability, water flux, and salt rejection compared to traditional thin-film composite (TFC) membranes. The results suggest that TFN-FO membranes have the potential to improve water flux and wastewater treatment.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Majid Kermani, Ahmad Jonidi Jafari, Mitra Gholami, Abbas Shahsavani, Farhad Taghizadeh, Hossein Arfaeinia
Summary: This study investigated the distribution and concentration of PAHs in the ambient air of areas with different land uses in Tehran, Iran. The results showed that the industrial area had the highest concentration of PAHs compared to high traffic and low traffic areas.
HUMAN AND ECOLOGICAL RISK ASSESSMENT
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Roghayeh Noroozi, Mitra Gholami, Mahdi Farzadkia, Ahmad Jonidi Jafari
Summary: In this study, the catalytic degradation of ciprofloxacin (CIP) using CuFe2O4 nanoparticles coated on graphene oxide (CuFe2O4/GO) as a heterogeneous activator of peroxymonosulfate (PMS) was investigated. The results showed that under the optimal conditions, the CuFe2O4/GO/PMS system could efficiently degrade CIP and could be reused. Furthermore, it was found that SO4 center dot- radicals played a crucial role in the catalytic oxidative degradation process.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Ahmad Jonidi Jafari, Mehrdad Moslemzadeh
Summary: Phosphorous is a significant pollutant that worsens algal bloom in water ecosystems. Steel slag (SS) is a promising material for phosphorous removal, with various applications and optimal conditions achieved at alkaline pH values.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Norouz Mahmoudi, Ahmad Jonidi Jafari, Yousef Moradi, Ali Esrafili
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ahmad Jonidi Jafari, Yousef Abdossalami Asl, Fatemeh Momeniha
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Roohollah Rostami, Gholamreza Moussavi, Ahmad Jonidi Jafari, Sara Darbari
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Javad Torkashvand, Hasan Pasalari, Ahmad Jonidi-Jafari, Majid Kermani, Omid Nasri, Mahdi Farzadkia
Summary: Population growth and increased access to medical services have resulted in a rise in infectious medical waste generation. This study aims to assess the status of medical waste management in Iran and compare it with neighboring countries. Through systematic search and selection of articles from various databases, a total of 49 articles on medical waste management in Iran and 8 articles on neighboring countries were included for analysis.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Behnaz Abdollahinejad, Hasan Pasalari, Ahmad Jonidi Jafari, Ali Esrafili, Mahdi Farzadkia
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Ahmad Jonidi-Jafari, Mahdi Farzadkia, Mitra Gholami, Mina Mohagheghi
Summary: The increasing use of antibiotics and improper management of pharmaceutical wastes pose significant environmental and health risks. This study aimed to investigate the efficiency of removing metronidazole and ciprofloxacin antibiotics during composting. Results showed that at the end of the thermophilic phase, the removal efficiency for metronidazole was 99.9%, 96.73%, and 93.48%, and for ciprofloxacin was 89.47%, 88.81%, and 86.46% at different concentrations. After the composting process, the overall removal efficiency for both antibiotics reached 99.99%. The physical-chemical properties of the final compost were within the standard range.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Ramin Maleki, Zahra Asadgol, Majid Kermani, Ahmad Jonidi Jafari, Hossein Arfaeinia, Mitra Gholami
Summary: This research evaluated the levels, variations, mapping, sources, and health risks of BTEX compounds and asbestos fibers in the ambient air of Tehran. The concentrations of BTEX compounds varied in different seasons and locations, with benzene levels exceeding recommended limits. Exposure to asbestos fibers posed a risk of developing cancer.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Ahmad Jonidi Jafari, Ali Esrafili, Roshanak Rezaei Kalantari, Sara Banafsheh Afshan
Summary: This study evaluated the simultaneous removal of phenol and chromium Cr(VI) reduction in aqueous solution using a ZnO-activated carbon fibre (ZnO/ACF) composite in a photoreactor. The results showed that the ZnO/ACF composite significantly improved the performance of the photocatalytic process, making it an effective method for treating toxic wastewater containing phenol and Cr(VI).
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
