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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhen Li, Xiao-Bao Li, Mark E. Light, Anna E. Carrillo, Ana Arauzo, Manuel Valvidares, Claudio Roscini, Francesc Teixidor, Clara Vinas, Felipe Gandara, Elena Bartolome, Jose Giner Planas
Summary: This work demonstrates the successful synthesis of a multi-metallic MTV RE MOF incorporating two, four, six, or eight different RE ions without any compositional segregation. The incorporation of all RE cations is characterized via compositional and structural characterization. The more complex MTV MOF, including all eight RE ions, is characterized using optical, thermal, and magnetic techniques.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
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Economics
Jessica L. Hogan, Charles R. Warren, Michael Simpson, Darren McCauley
Summary: Community ownership of wind energy has been found to increase acceptance, but the reasons for this are poorly understood. This study compared different communities' attitudes towards local onshore wind energy projects and identified the characteristics of ownership which are conducive to community acceptance. The results indicate that a co-operative can achieve similar acceptance and energy justice as a fully community-owned project.
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Agronomy
Intan Filzah Mahmod, Saharshini Jeyasimman, Muhamad Shakirin Mispan, Farahaniza Supandi, Alfi Khatib, Mohd Zuwairi Saiman
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the metabolite profiles and chemical diversity of Malaysian weedy rice. The analysis using nuclear magnetic resonance-based metabolomics revealed that weedy rice and cultivated rice are distinctly different, with higher levels of GABA, α-glucose, fumaric acid, and phenylalanine in weedy rice, and higher levels of valine, leucine, isoleucine, fatty acids, 2,3-butanediol, threonine, alanine, butyric acid, choline, γ-oryzanol, fructose, β-glucose, sucrose, ferulic acid, and formic acid in cultivated rice. In addition, differences between weedy rice samples from the west coast and east coast regions of Peninsular Malaysia were also observed.
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Zhiqiang Zou, Hong Yang, Shude Zhang, Weili Chi, Xiaotong Wang, Zongyue Liu
Summary: This study investigated the treatment of ion-adsorption type rare earth mine wastewater using the nitritation-denitrification process with immobilized biological fillers. The results showed high efficiency in ammonia nitrogen and total nitrogen removal during steady state operation. Additionally, high dissolved oxygen levels could induce rapid growth of nitrite-oxidizing bacteria, with functional bacteria maintaining a competitive advantage in the immobilized fillers.
BIOCHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Roya Khalili, Anna-Carin Larsson, Ville-Veikko Telkki, Perttu Lantto, Anu M. Kantola
Summary: P-31 solid state NMR studies combined with DFT calculations were conducted to study a series of rare earth element phosphates. The study provides new information about the surface structures and local environments of REE phosphates.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2022)
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Siew-Keah Lee, Ang-Lim Chua, Clement Heng Yew Fong, Brian Cong Hao Ban, Wen Ling Ng, Jing Feng Kong, Yik-Ling Chew, Kai Bin Liew
Summary: This study aims to determine the self-assessment of INTERHEART risk classification among the middle-aged community in Malaysia. The results showed that approximately 45% of middle-aged respondents in Malaysia are at moderate-to-high risk of cardiovascular events, with men being more likely to develop CVD compared to women. Poultry/meat intake, physical inactivity, and second-hand smoke exposure are the most prevalent risk factors among the respondents.
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Muhammad Wafiy Adli Ramli, Nor Eliza Alias, Halimah Mohd Yusof, Zulkifli Yusop, Shazwin Mat Taib
Summary: The study proposed an integrated disaster risk assessment framework for measuring and analyzing disaster risk at the local level in Malaysia, aiming to enhance disaster risk reduction efforts and guide decision makers in evaluating and mitigating risks. The framework includes multiple hazards and vulnerability dimensions, developed through various stages to reduce vulnerability indicators effectively and assess potential disaster impacts accurately.
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Environmental Sciences
Jingjing Liu, Chun Li, Wendan Ma, Zengxue Wu, Wei Liu, Weixiang Wu
Summary: The exploitation of ion-adsorption rare earth elements (REEs) deposits has negative ecological and environmental impacts. This study investigated the impacts of mining on bacterial and archaeal communities in the soil, as well as ammonia-oxidizing bacteria and archaea. The results showed that mining soil had poor structure, nutrient deficiency, and high REEs concentrations. Nutrient availability was the key factor affecting microbial abundance and variation in mining soil. The exploitation significantly disrupted the microbial co-occurrence network, leading to a fragile ecosystem in mining areas.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Studies
Mara Madaleno, Dilvin Taskin, Eyup Dogan, Panayiotis Tzeremes
Summary: This study aims to explore the relationship between rare earth minerals, clean energy, renewable energy technologies, and carbon emissions. The results show that the spillovers among these variables depend on market conditions, time horizons, and analyzed quantiles. The findings highlight the role of rare earth minerals in the short term and provide insights for investors and policymakers.
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Environmental Sciences
Ziwei Shi, Ling Yong, Zhaoping Liu, Yibaina Wang, Haixia Sui, Weifeng Mao, Lei Zhang, Yiling Li, Jialin Liu, Sheng Wei, Yan Song
Summary: Assessing the health risks of contaminated food is crucial for human health. A study was conducted in mining areas in China to investigate the exposure of fruits and vegetables to rare earth elements (REEs). The results showed that the REE concentrations in fruits and vegetables from mining areas were not high enough to cause health damage to human beings. However, sustained exposure to low levels of REEs, especially for children, needs to be monitored.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Lijun Liu, Linlin Wang, Wenli Ni, Yaquan Pan, Yongyan Chen, Qing Xie, Yaqiong Liu, Aiguo Ren
Summary: The study found that in utero exposure to rare earth elements (REEs) increases the risk of orofacial clefts (OFCs). Lanthanum and Neodymium were suggested to be important factors in the development of OFCs.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zainab Binti Roslan, Zuliskandar Ramli, Muhammad Rizal Razman, M. R. M. Asyraf, M. R. Ishak, R. A. Ilyas, N. M. Nurazzi
Summary: The study demonstrates that the cultural and natural heritage in Jugra have a positive impact on the socioeconomic status of the local community and their willingness to preserve heritage, as they believe heritage reflects their identity and makes them proud.
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Engineering, Environmental
Hao Zhou, Xinyi Yu, Junjun Wang, Guanzhou Qiu, Hongbo Zhao, Li Shen
Summary: This study investigated the non-contact bioleaching of REEs using Aspergillus niger strain and explored the optimal culture and leaching conditions. Metabolomic analysis revealed the differential metabolites produced by the strain before and after leaching, highlighting the important roles of organic acids and their derivatives in the process.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
X. Tian, Y. Xiao, B. Zhang, D. Yang, K. Wu
Summary: This study successfully designed new rare-earth thiophosphates and achieved strong non-linear optical responses and the required phase-matching behavior by adjusting the size of the metal ions to transform the crystals from centro-symmetric to non-centro-symmetric structures.
MATERIALS TODAY PHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Siraprapa Panthong, Viriya Taecharungroj
Summary: This research aimed to identify the preferred CSR dimensions and activities of local communities surrounding the Amata City Industrial Estate in Chonburi, Thailand. The study found that economy and environment were the two most preferred CSR dimensions, and residents were categorized into seven segments through K-means clustering. These findings can benefit IE management in Thailand and support the initiation of citizen-centric CSR activities by companies and local governments.
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Engineering, Environmental
Ley Juen Looi, Ahmad Zaharin Aris, Fatimah Md. Yusoff, Noorain Mohd Isa, Hazzeman Haris
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOCHEMISTRY AND HEALTH
(2019)
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Chemistry, Organic
Fatemeh Valizadeh Kakhki, Mohamad Pauzi Zakaria, Mehdi Mohammadi, Ahmad Zaharin Aris, Hassan Tajik
POLYCYCLIC AROMATIC COMPOUNDS
(2020)
Correction
Environmental Sciences
Nur Afifah Hanun Ismail, Sze Yee Wee, Ahmad Zaharin Aris
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2019)
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Environmental Sciences
Sze Yee Wee, Ahmad Zaharin Aris, Fatimah Md Yusoff, Sarva Mangala Praveena
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2019)
Article
Water Resources
Nuruljannah Khairuddin, Ahmad Zaharin Aris, Ahmed Elshafie, Tahoora Sheikhy Narany, Mohd Yusoff Ishak, Noorain Mohd Isa
URBAN WATER JOURNAL
(2019)
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Geochemistry & Geophysics
A. W. Samsuri, F. S. Tariq, D. S. Karam, A. Z. Aris, G. Jamilu
APPLIED GEOCHEMISTRY
(2019)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sarva Mangala Praveena, Maizatul Zahirah Mohd Rashid, Fauzan Adzima Mohd Nasir, Wee Sze Yee, Ahmad Zaharin Aris
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2019)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nur Afifah Hanun Ismail, Sze Yee Wee, Didi Erwandi Mohamad Haron, Nitty Hirawaty Kamarulzaman, Ahmad Zaharin Aris
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fauzan Adzima Mohd Nasir, Sarva Mangala Praveena, Ahmad Zaharin Aris
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2019)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Muhammad Raznisyafiq Razak, Nor Azah Yusof, Ahmad Zaharin Aris, Hanisah Mohmad Nasir, Md. Jelas Haron, Nor Azowa Ibrahim, Ili Syazana Johari, Sazlinda Kamaruzaman
REACTIVE & FUNCTIONAL POLYMERS
(2020)
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Environmental Sciences
Hazzeman Haris, Ahmad Zaharin Aris, Mazlin Bin Mokhtar, Ley Juen Looi
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Engineering, Environmental
Sze Yee Wee, Didi Erwandi Mohamad Haron, Ahmad Zaharin Aris, Fatimah Md Yusoff, Sarva Mangala Praveena
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOCHEMISTRY AND HEALTH
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Azim Haziq Zainuddin, Sze Yee Wee, Ahmad Zaharin Aris
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOCHEMISTRY AND HEALTH
(2020)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Da'u Abba Umar, Mohammad Firuz Ramli, Ahmad Zaharin Aris, Muhammad Amar Zaudi
PERTANIKA JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2019)
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Sze Yee Wee, Ahmad Zaharin Aris