Article
Environmental Sciences
V. V. Sattarova, K. Aksentov, M. Ivanov, A. Alatortsev, D. Kim, M. S. Obrezkova
Summary: The spatial distributions of trace metals in sediment samples from the southwestern Chukchi Sea were investigated, revealing a similar pattern with maximum values in the northern region and high values of Cd in the southern region influenced by Pacific waters. No signs of anthropogenic pollution were found. These findings are valuable for detecting and tracking future chemical changes in Chukchi Sea sediments, particularly in the face of environmental changes.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
V. V. Sattarova, K. I. Aksentov, M. V. Ivanov, A. V. Alatortsev, D. V. Kim, M. S. Obrezkova
Summary: The study reveals spatial distribution patterns of trace metals in sediments of the Chukchi Sea, with higher concentrations of cadmium noted in the southern region influenced by Pacific waters; ecological indices indicate no anthropogenic pollution in the study area.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Cristina M. C. M. Couto, Claudia Ribeiro
Summary: Pollution of water bodies and sediments/soils by trace elements is a global threat to biodiversity and human health. This review analyzed data from the last 40 years on trace element occurrence in Portugal, showing that many studies found trace elements exceeding safe levels and posing potential ecological risks. However, the heterogeneity of the data makes meaningful comparisons difficult.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Gangqiang Chen, Yuantao Tang, Yuhang Nan, Fan Yang, Dongyong Wang
Summary: This study investigated the paleo-environment deposition factors of the Lower Permian Fengcheng formation in the Mahu Sag by conducting geochemical analysis on samples. The deposition process was classified into four stages based on elemental indicators, describing the evolution of alkaline lakes. The research confirmed that the deposition of organic matter in P1f is influenced by various factors such as climate, oxygen levels, water salinity, and primary productivity.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Magdalena Szara-Bak, Agnieszka Baran, Agnieszka Klimkowicz-Pawlas, Joanna Tkaczewska, Barbara Wojtasik
Summary: This study aimed to assess ecological risks related to trace elements in the bottom sediment of the Ro(z) over dotnow reservoir using various indicators, finding that cadmium, nickel, and chromium are of concern. While the sediments are contaminated with nickel and chromium, they have low bioaccumulation factors and relatively low toxicity towards tested organisms. Biotesting and chemical analysis can help identify potential risks to aquatic organisms, highlighting the need for bioindicators exposed to trace elements in situ for accurate risk assessment.
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOCHEMISTRY AND HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Guoru Wei, Chunlai Zhang, Qing Li, Hongtao Wang, Rende Wang, Yajing Zhang, Yixiao Yuan
Summary: Northern China has 12 main deserts that can be divided into western, central, and eastern deserts. Physical weathering is more prominent in the western and central deserts, while chemical weathering is more prominent in the eastern deserts. Most major trace elements are more depleted in the eastern deserts compared to the western deserts, but moderately depleted in the central deserts. The potential source rocks of the central and western deserts are composed of intermediate igneous rocks, while the sediments in the eastern deserts are derived from the mixing of different types of rocks.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Margaret Houlihan, Gamze Bilgen, Asli Y. Dayioglu, Ahmet H. Aydilek
Summary: The study investigates the potential use of dredged sediments in highway embankments after amending them with recycled concrete aggregate, meeting the minimum unit weight requirements set by the local highway authority. pH tests and column leaching tests were conducted to evaluate metal concentrations, with most remaining below water quality limits. Numerical simulations show that contaminant concentrations in leachate dissipate rapidly in surface waters and groundwater, posing minimal concern.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jens Hahn, Thanh Bui, Mathias Kessler, Collin J. Weber, Thomas Beier, Antje Mildenberger, Martina Traub, Christian Opp
Summary: Sediment management is an important aspect of reservoir operation. A study on six reservoirs found that sediments in reservoirs tend to accumulate a variety of metal(loid)s, with fine particles being preferentially deposited. The leaching of metals from catchment soils also contributes to the enrichment of metals in stream sediments, especially in forested areas with weakly acid parent material.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Cecile Grosbois, Marc Desmet, Mengxue Zhang, Nathalie Gassama, Qinghui Peng, Jiachao Zhang, Lin Luo, Fengfeng Zhang, Fabienne Battaglia
Summary: The study found that Cd, Sb, and Hg were the most heavily contaminated trace elements in the sediments of the Xiangjiang River, primarily concentrated in the upstream area. Experimental results showed that the fate of these trace elements mostly depends on stability under specific physicochemical and microbial conditions.
Article
Spectroscopy
Chen Zhang, Xuejun Tan, Xue Yang, Li Wang
Summary: This study investigated the interactions between organic matters in sediments and trace metals in river estuary, revealing that both protein-like molecules and marine humic acids can react with Cu2+ and Cd2+. Protein-like molecules were more sensitive and Cu2+ had stronger binding ability compared to marine humic acids. Cd2+ showed higher environmental risks due to its higher migration and transformation. Thermodynamic results indicated that the reaction between WEOM and trace metals was spontaneous, exothermic, and favored at low temperatures.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Andrei Soromotin, Dmitriy Moskovchenko, Vitaliy Khoroshavin, Nikolay Prikhodko, Alexander Puzanov, Vladimir Kirillov, Mikhail Koveshnikov, Eugenia Krylova, Aleksander Krasnenko, Aleksander Pechkin
Summary: Ongoing climatic changes are affecting the volume and composition of river waters entering the Arctic Basin. This study found that the Ob River has higher concentrations of dissolved elements and lower concentrations of trace elements in suspended matter. Climate change may increase the discharge of certain elements into the Ob River estuary due to increased solid particle discharge.
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Xiaoyu Chen, Hyeong Kyu Kwon, Dongjoo Joung, Cheolmin Baek, Tae Gyu Park, Moonho Son, Guebuem Kim
Summary: This study investigated the interactions between dissolved trace elements and humic dissolved organic matter of different origins in two coastal regions of Korea, revealing that both terrestrial and marine DOMH can complex with dissolved trace elements, stabilizing them in the dissolved phase in coastal waters.
GEOCHIMICA ET COSMOCHIMICA ACTA
(2022)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
S. Paradis, M. Goni, P. Masque, R. Duran, M. Arjona-Camas, A. Palanques, P. Puig
Summary: Bottom trawling has been extending to deeper ocean areas since the mid-XXth century, causing depletion of organic carbon in sediment and degradation of labile compounds. Temporary trawling closures aimed at protecting fish stocks have limited effectiveness in restoring the seafloor, with potential long-term biogeochemical impacts at a global scale.
GEOPHYSICAL RESEARCH LETTERS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rong Xiong, Quan Zhong, Zhenxing Ren
Summary: A study was conducted on shale samples from the Changning area in south Sichuan, analyzing major and trace elements and studying the impact of REDOX conditions, paleoproductivity, sea level height, and terrigenous detrital injection on gas-bearing shale in the Wufeng Formation-Submember Long-1(1). The results show enrichment of trace elements Mo, U, Ba, and Ni in the shale, while Co is deficient. The REDOX conditions varied during the sedimentary period, with an overall dominance of anaerobic environment. Organic matter enrichment is mainly controlled by REDOX conditions, with low terrigenous injection and high sea level having positive effects.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Gorazd Zibret, Barbara Ceplak
Summary: By studying the alluvial and stream sediments in the area of historical zinc smelting tradition, it was found that the abandoned slag and ore roasting residue waste dumps are the main sources of zinc, cadmium, and lead. Contaminated particles are transported by the Voglajna River into the Savinja River, and eventually reach the Sava River more than 30 km downstream, causing anomalies in the sediment levels.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Michal Kopec, Monika Mierzwa-Hersztek, Krzysztof Gondek, Katarzyna Wolny-Koladka, Marek Zdaniewicz, Renata Jarosz
Summary: New ways of managing hop sediments from brewing and fermentation of beer are constantly being sought and the existing ones improved as part of the circular economy. The study analyses the composting of hop waste under laboratory conditions and the effects of the biological activity of composts introduced into the soil.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Renata Jarosz, Monika Mierzwa-Hersztek, Krzysztof Gondek, Michal Kopec, Tomas Losak, Lidia Marcinska-Mazur
Summary: The changes in quantitative and qualitative humus parameters in loamy sand with the addition of poultry litter (PL) and poultry litter biochar (PLB) were estimated over a 5-year study period. It was found that PL had a significant impact on the mineralization of organic matter and caused noticeable changes in humus compounds. On the other hand, PLB had a slower mineralization rate, especially at higher doses, and had a more favorable effect on the structure and mobility of humic acid carbon compared to PL.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2022)
Review
Plant Sciences
Justyna Szerement, Alicja Szatanik-Kloc, Jakub Mokrzycki, Monika Mierzwa-Hersztek
Summary: Human micronutrient deficiencies are a widespread global issue, and agronomic biofortification of crops is seen as the cheapest strategy to alleviate hidden hunger. The review focuses on factors influencing the effectiveness of biofortified crops and discusses the accumulation of zinc, selenium, and iron in crops and their impacts on plant defense mechanisms.
JOURNAL OF SOIL SCIENCE AND PLANT NUTRITION
(2022)
Review
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Renata Jarosz, Justyna Szerement, Krzysztof Gondek, Monika Mierzwa-Hersztek
Summary: Zeolites are porous aluminosilicates with a crystalline structure that can be used for environmental purification and plant nutrition. Their high adsorption capacity, ion exchange, and specific surface area are the reasons for their wide application in agriculture. Direct application of zeolites in soil is beneficial for soil, reduces acidification, and improves nutrient use efficiency.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tomasz Koniarz, Agnieszka Baran, Marek Tarnawski
Summary: This study assessed the effects of dam reservoir sediment on sandy soil properties, biomass yield, and chemical composition of plants. The results showed that the sediment can be used for non-consumption, environmental, and reclamation purposes.
JOURNAL OF SOILS AND SEDIMENTS
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Monika Bieniasz, Anna Konieczny, Jan Blaszczyk, Jacek Nawrocki, Michal Kope, Monika Mierzwa-Hersztek, Krzysztof Gondek, Tomasz Zaleski, Jaroslaw Knaga, Michal Pniak
Summary: Heat stress has a negative impact on pollination, fertilization, and fruit development in strawberries. However, the application of titanium organic complex improves pollination and fertilization processes, leading to better fruit development.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Agnieszka Baran, Filip M. G. Tack, Antoine Delemazure, Jerzy Wieczorek, Marek Tarnawski, Gavin Birch
Summary: The quality of bottom sediments plays a crucial role in the functions of dam reservoirs. This study assesses the risk of metal contamination in sediments by combining different pollution indices. Zinc (Zn), lead (Pb), and cadmium (Cd) were found to dominate sediment contamination. Ecological risk assessment revealed high risks for all three metals, while human health risks were high for Pb and Cd. Sediments from the Rybnik reservoir posed a high potential ecological risk for Copper (Cu). The use of sequential BCR extraction and ecotoxicity analyses provided a comprehensive risk assessment of metal contamination in dam reservoir sediments.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Krzysztof Gondek, Piotr Micek, Monika Mierzwa-Hersztek, Jerzy Kowal, Krzysztof Andres, Katarzyna Szczurowska, Marcin Lis, Krzysztof Smoron
Summary: This study examined the effects of adding functionalized materials and bacterial metabolites to composted biomass and found that the addition of diatomite had the most effective immobilization of heavy metals. The study also showed that the addition of functionalized materials and bacterial metabolites had different effects on the microbial communities in composts.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Katarzyna Wolny-Koladka, Renata Jarosz, Michal Juda, Monika Mierzwa-Hersztek
Summary: The availability and affordability of fertilizers are the main risks faced by the fertilizer market. Therefore, alternative sources of nutrient supply for plants need to be explored, while also considering soil properties. Fertilizers with functionalized materials can help optimize nutrient use. This study aimed to assess the impact of fertilizer mixtures containing zeolite-vermiculite composites on soil microorganisms and properties. The results showed that these mixtures significantly influenced nitrogen and organic carbon content, as well as soil respiration activity.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jakub Mokrzycki, Monika Fedyna, Mateusz Marzec, Rafal Panek, Justyna Szerement, Lidia Marcinska-Mazur, Renata Jarosz, Tomasz Bajda, Wojciech Franus, Monika Mierzwa-Hersztek
Summary: Removal of phosphate ions from aqueous environment is a global concern. Zeolite NaX derived from fly ash was modified by ion exchange and impregnation to improve its adsorption capacity. The results showed that ion exchange significantly improved the adsorption capacity of zeolite X, while impregnated zeolites also exhibited good adsorption performance.
JOURNAL OF WATER PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Tomasz Glab, Wojciech Szewczyk, Krzysztof Gondek
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effects of different rates of plant growth regulators (PGRs) on the visual quality of Kentucky bluegrass. The results showed that Trinexapac Ethyl and Flurprimidol applications improved the overall appearance of turfgrass, while Paclobutrazol and Gibberellic Acid applications decreased the overall appearance. The PGRs also affected the leaf texture and color assessments, with different PGRs resulting in different hues and tones.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Katarzyna Wolny-Koladka, Lidia Marcinska-Mazur, Renata Jarosz, Michal Juda, Tomas Losak, Monika Mierzwa-Hersztek
Summary: The aim of this study was to assess the impact of mineral-organic mixtures on the abundance of soil microorganisms. The results showed that the abundance of microorganisms was influenced by fertilisation and the type of plant. The highest abundance of microorganisms was found in treatments with lignite mixtures for oilseed rape, and with leonardite mixtures for wheat. Increasing the percentage of lignite and leonardite in the fertiliser mixtures did not result in a proportional increase in microorganism abundance, indicating no economic justification for such treatment. The mixtures used, with their alkaline pH, can serve as substitutes for calcium fertilisers to improve soil properties and protect soil organic matter from degradation.
ECOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY AND ENGINEERING S-CHEMIA I INZYNIERIA EKOLOGICZNA S
(2022)
