Review
Immunology
Erin Strachan, Xavier Clemente-Casares, Sue Tsai
Summary: Maternal influences on the immune health and development of an infant begin in utero and continue after birth, shaping and educating the child's immune system. Two important provisions from the mother include early microbial colonizers and the transfer of antibodies. These provisions help educate the developing neonatal immune system, connecting with the microbiota and influencing disease development.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Rheumatology
Rachel S. Wallwork, Ami A. Shah, Livia Casciola-Rosen
Summary: This study aims to define the clinical phenotype of SSc patients with antibodies against Sjogren's syndrome (SS)/scleroderma autoantigen 1 (SSSCA1), and examine the association between these antibodies and cancer in SSc patients. The study found that SSc patients with anti-SSSCA1 antibodies were more likely to have severe Raynaud's phenomenon and cardiac involvement. Among patients with cancer, there was a trend towards a longer cancer-SSc interval in anti-SSSCA1-positive patients. Patients with anti-SSSCA1 antibodies had an increased adjusted risk of cancer compared with anti-SSSCA1-negative patients.
Article
Immunology
Hantao Lou, Guang Sheng Ling, Xuetao Cao
Summary: Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease characterized by organ damage and a wide range of autoantibodies. The mechanisms of tissue damage and inflammation caused by autoantibodies are not fully understood, but studying autoreactive B cells and pathogenic autoantibodies can enhance our understanding of the origins and targets of SLE. Developing specific therapies targeting pathogenic B cell subsets and autoantibodies remains a challenge. Comprehensive autoantibody profiling and functional characterization can provide new insights into the etiology and pathogenesis of SLE.
JOURNAL OF AUTOIMMUNITY
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Lanette Fee, Advika Kumar, Robert M. Tighe, Mary H. Foster
Summary: Research demonstrates that inhalation of crystalline silica dust is associated with various autoimmune diseases and may have an impact on humoral autoimmunity in vivo. Elevated levels of autoantibodies in bronchoalveolar lavage fluid and lung transcriptome analysis suggest that the lung plays a crucial role in silica-induced autoimmune activity.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Allergy
Anders O. Petersen, Martta Jokinen, Damian R. Plichta, Gerhard Liebisch, Wolfram Gronwald, Katja Dettmer, Peter J. Oefner, Hera Vlamakis, Daniel C. Chung, Annamari Ranki, Ramnik J. Xavier
Summary: The gut microbiome in APS-1 patients is correlated with APS-1 symptoms, and probiotic intervention can alleviate some gastrointestinal symptoms. Furthermore, autoantibodies against cytokines appear to shape the gut microbiome by positively correlating with a taxonomically consistent group of bacteria.
JOURNAL OF ALLERGY AND CLINICAL IMMUNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Immunology
C. L. Williams, R. Fareed, G. L. M. Mortimer, R. J. Aitken, I. Wilson, G. George, K. M. Gillespie, A. J. K. Williams, A. E. Long
Summary: The largest longitudinal study of islet autoantibody responses from diagnosis of type 1 diabetes shows that the loss of autoantibodies is heterogeneous and influenced by factors such as low titres at onset, longer duration, earlier age-at-onset, and genetic variants. These findings have implications for clinical trials recruiting post-diagnosis participants.
CLINICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL IMMUNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Fernanda Florez-Barros, Siobhan Bearder, Polychronis Pavlidis, Michael G. Robson
Summary: The effect of anti-MPO and anti-PR3 IgG on human monocytes was investigated in this study. It was found that anti-MPO IgG reduced IL10 secretion and had a profound effect on cell-surface marker expression. Anti-MPO IgG also enhanced monocyte survival in the absence of TLR stimulation, and these effects depended on the Fc receptor CD32a.
JOURNAL OF AUTOIMMUNITY
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Niels Hansen, Aaron Levin Juhl, Insa Maria Grenzer, Sina Hirschel, Bianca Teegen, Dirk Fitzner, Claudia Bartels, Charles Timaeus, Jens Wiltfang, Berend Malchow
Summary: This study compared patients with neural autoantibody-associated dementia (NABD) to those with Alzheimer's dementia (AD) by analyzing cognitive dysfunction progression and tau protein levels in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). The results showed that the progression of cognitive dysfunction and tau protein levels were not significantly different between NABD and AD patients, suggesting that total tau protein in CSF may be a useful biomarker for distinguishing these two forms of dementia.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Kazuki M. Matsuda, Ayumi Yoshizaki, Kei Yamaguchi, Eriko Fukuda, Taishi Okumura, Koji Ogawa, Chihiro Ono, Yuta Norimatsu, Hirohito Kotani, Teruyoshi Hisamoto, Ruriko Kawanabe, Ai Kuzumi, Takemichi Fukasawa, Satoshi Ebata, Takuya Miyagawa, Asako Yoshizaki-Ogawa, Naoki Goshima, Shinichi Sato
Summary: Autoantibodies were detected in various pathological conditions using wet protein arrays synthesized from a proteome-wide human cDNA library, showing correlation with C-reactive protein levels and clinical symptoms severity. Patients with metastatic malignant melanoma had increased overall production of autoantibodies compared to those with primary tumors. This proteome-wide screening may offer novel clinical biomarkers.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Immunology
Yuji Nozaki
Summary: Biologics targeting inflammation-related molecules have revolutionized the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and ANCA-associated vasculitis. However, challenges remain in treating vasculitis effectively. New drugs in clinical trials offer promising options for vasculitis treatment.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Immunology
ChunYan Yuan
Summary: IL-33 is a cytokine that modulates inflammation and immune responses, primarily associated with the development of Th2 immunological responses. It has been shown to be elevated in various autoimmune disorders, suggesting a role in inducing autoimmunity and inflammatory damage. The IL-33/ST2 axis holds promising potential as a therapeutic target for autoimmune disease treatment.
INTERNATIONAL IMMUNOPHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Evolutionary Biology
Vanessa L. Kronzer, Stanley Louis Bridges, John M. Davis
Summary: Women have a higher risk of autoimmune diseases compared to men, possibly due to differences in circulating antibodies. This may be linked to an evolutionary mechanism of protecting offspring from infections, which could explain the prevalence of autoimmunity in women and open up new treatment possibilities.
EVOLUTIONARY APPLICATIONS
(2021)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Jiaxi Liu, Jinfang Gao, Zewen Wu, Liangyu Mi, Na Li, Yajing Wang, Xinyue Peng, Ke Xu, Fengping Wu, Liyun Zhang
Summary: ACPAs are autoantibodies commonly found in patients with RA, with most of the mechanisms of formation and bone destruction well-understood. Despite advances in clinical applications and targeted therapies related to ACPAs, the presence of different subtypes poses a limitation.
FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Zheng Yang, Haoyu Wang, Yifu Liu, Yan Feng, Yang Xiang, Jing Li, Zhongyan Shan, Weiping Teng
Summary: There is an association between increased expression of PDIA3Ab and the occurrence of miscarriage in euthyroid TAI women. Serum PDIA3Ab expression may imply an increased risk of spontaneous abortion and can be used as a new predictive bio-marker.
INTERNATIONAL IMMUNOPHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Brendan Antiochos, Livia Casciola-Rosen
Summary: Interferon (IFN) is an important part of the innate immune response and is upregulated in several rheumatic diseases, particularly those with autoantibody production. Many of the autoantigens targeted in these diseases are components of the IFN system, including IFN-stimulated genes (ISGs), pattern recognition receptors (PRRs), and modulators of the IFN response. This review also discusses the presence of anti-IFN autoantibodies in immunodeficiency states.
FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Hayley Martin, Edwin van Wijngaarden, Christopher L. Seplaki, Jenney Stringer, Geoffrey C. Williams, Ann M. Dozier
Summary: The study validated a breastfeeding-specific adaptation of the TSRQ, using it to predict prenatal breastfeeding intentions and outcomes, which may help identify patients at risk for suboptimal breastfeeding outcomes before delivery.
JOURNAL OF HUMAN LACTATION
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Elizabeth K. Belcher, Eva Culakova, Nikesha J. Gilmore, Sara J. Hardy, Amber S. Kleckner, Ian R. Kleckner, Lianlian Lei, Charles Heckler, Michael B. Sohn, Bryan D. Thompson, Louis T. Lotta, Zachary A. Werner, Jodi Geer, Judith O. Hopkins, Steven W. Corso, David Q. Rich, Edwin van Wijngaarden, Michelle C. Janelsins
Summary: Inflammation levels are elevated in breast cancer patients during chemotherapy, which is associated with worse attention and processing speed. Lower levels of anti-inflammatory cytokines and higher levels of inflammatory cytokines and receptors are observed in patients. Further confirmatory studies are needed.
JNCI-JOURNAL OF THE NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE
(2022)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Jennifer Vermilion, Erika F. Augustine, Heather R. Adams, Amy Vierhile, Alyssa T. Collins, Michael P. McDermott, Thomas G. O'Connor, Roger Kurlan, Edwin van Wijngaarden, Jonathan W. Mink
Summary: The study found no significant differences in risky behaviors between youth with TS and control youth, but ADHD was more common in youth with TS, and those who were bullied in school had higher ADHD symptom severity scores.
PEDIATRIC NEUROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
H. Alzamil, T. T. Wu, E. van Wijngaarden, M. Mendoza, H. Malmstrom, K. Fiscella, D. T. Kopycka-Kedzierawski, R. J. Billings, J. Xiao
Summary: This study found that wearing removable dentures is a risk predictor for increased pneumonia incidence among older adults, even after adjusting for other risk factors. Clinicians and older patients can refer to these study results when choosing dental prostheses to restore missing teeth.
JDR CLINICAL & TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Toni Spence, Alexis Zavez, Philip J. Allsopp, Marie C. Conway, Alison J. Yeates, Maria S. Mulhern, Edwin van Wijngaarden, J. J. Strain, Gary J. Myers, Gene E. Watson, Philip W. Davidson, Conrad F. Shamlaye, Sally W. Thurston, Emeir M. McSorley
Summary: The study found that methylmercury exposure from fish consumption does not seem to affect inflammation markers in cord blood. The association of cord n-3 PUFA with lower IL-10 and total Th2 cytokines suggests that they may have a beneficial influence on the regulation of the inflammatory milieu. These findings are important for public health advice and warrant further investigation in follow-up studies.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Neurosciences
Sally W. Thurston, Gary Myers, Daniel Mruzek, Donald Harrington, Heather Adams, Conrad Shamlaye, Edwin van Wijngaarden
Summary: The study found that postnatal MeHg exposure may be adversely associated with neurodevelopmental outcomes in early adulthood, but the results need confirmation in other cohorts.
Article
Neurosciences
Karin Wahlberg, Daniela Pineda, Grazyna Zareba, Sally W. Thurston, Philip W. Davidson, Conrad F. Shamlaye, Gary J. Myers, Matthew Rand, Edwin Van Wijngaarden, Karin Broberg
Summary: This study suggests that genetic variation in ABC transporter genes in children may contribute to prenatal methylmercury exposure and early neurodevelopment. One specific gene, ABCC1 rs11075290, was associated with cord blood MeHg concentrations, while another gene, ABCB1 rs10276499, showed an interaction effect on the relationship between cord MeHg and the Mental Developmental Index of the Bayley Scales of Infant Development.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Orlagh Feehan, Pamela Jane Magee, Laura Kirsty Pourshahidi, David John Armstrong, Mary Martina Slevin, Philip James Allsopp, Marie Catherine Conway, J. J. Strain, Emeir Mary McSorley
Summary: The study aimed to investigate the association between n-3 LCPUFA and bone density as well as bone remodeling markers. The results showed no association between n-3 LCPUFA and T-score or BMD, but a significant positive association between total n-3 LCPUFA and femur BMD was observed in women with a low n-6:n-3 ratio. Furthermore, there was a significant inverse association between ALA and urinary DPD/Cr.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
D. T. Kopycka-Kedzierawski, R. J. Billings, C. Feng, P. G. Ragusa, K. Flint, G. E. Watson, C. L. Wong, S. Manning, S. R. Gill, T. G. O'Connor
Summary: This prospective cohort study found that an increase in salivary MS predicts the onset of ECC in initially caries-free children. The results highlight the importance of reducing salivary MS counts in children to prevent ECC.
JDR CLINICAL & TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Catherine S. Yount, Mark J. Utell, Philip K. Hopke, Sally W. Thurston, Shao Lin, Frederick S. Ling, Yunle Chen, David Chalupa, Xinlei Deng, David Q. Rich
Summary: The study found a lower association between increased UFP concentration and STEMI rates after the introduction of Tier 3 light duty vehicles (2017-2019), while the association between increased SO2 concentration and STEMI rates remained consistent.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Orlagh Feehan, Pamela J. Magee, L. Kirsty Pourshahidi, David J. Armstrong, Emeir M. McSorley
Summary: Vitamin D deficiency is highly prevalent in nursing home residents globally, with factors such as lack of sunlight exposure and poor dietary intake being the main causes. Supplementation with vitamin D and calcium-fortified foods can improve quality of life and reduce bone resorption, but standardized dietary and supplementation guidelines are needed.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Marie C. Conway, Alison J. Yeates, Tanzy M. Love, Daniel Weller, Emeir M. McSorley, Maria S. Mulhern, Maria Wesolowska, Gene E. Watson, Gary J. Myers, Conrad F. Shamlaye, Juliette Henderson, Philip W. Davidson, Edwin van Wijngaarden, J. J. Strain
Summary: This study investigated the association between maternal fish consumption and child neurodevelopmental outcomes. It was found that greater fish consumption during pregnancy was marginally associated with better nonverbal intelligence test performance at age 5. However, when comparing high and low fish consumption groups, no significant associations were found.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Biology
Alexis E. Zavez, Emeir M. McSorley, Alison J. Yeates, Sally W. Thurston
Summary: We propose a Bayesian partial membership model for estimating associations between outcome, latent variables, and observed exposures. The model allows for complete or partial membership of non-sentinel exposures across latent groups. Using MCMC sampling, we estimate partial memberships and model parameters. The model performs well in simulations and aligns with scientific literature in the analysis of inflammatory marker data.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL BIOLOGICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL STATISTICS
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Amber S. Kleckner, Edwin van Wijngaarden, Todd A. Jusko, Ian R. Kleckner, Po -Ju Lin, Karen M. Mustian, Luke J. Peppone
Summary: A higher diet quality, as indicated by higher serum concentrations of carotenoids, vitamin A, and vitamin E, is associated with lower cancer-related fatigue. However, this association is not observed among cancer survivors. This study highlights the importance of diet and nutrition interventions in addressing cancer-related fatigue, particularly in post-treatment survivorship.
CANCER RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Statistics & Probability
Alexis Zavez, Emeir M. McSorley, Alison J. Yeates, Sally W. Thurston
Summary: A Bayesian latent variable model is proposed to estimate the relationships between an outcome and latent exposure variables. The model uses data from multiple observed exposures and assumes that each latent variable is represented by multiple exposures. The model accurately classifies measured exposures into latent groups and estimates model parameters with little bias.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED STATISTICS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Muqiu Hu, Xin Zhao, Jinghan Gu, Lulu Qian, Zhiqing Wang, Yuanyuan Nie, Xiaoyu Han, Long An, Haiqiang Jiang
Summary: Due to its simple process, environmental friendliness, and low operating costs, biometallurgy has become a popular technology for metals recovering from low-grade ores and tailings. An optimized agar was used to isolate and grow functional bacteria, resulting in the successful isolation of six functional stains. These strains were further tested for their ability to leach metals from polymetallic sulfide tailings, with significant improvements observed when the strains were mixed together. The selection of leaching process should be based on tailings composition and target metals.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Saqib Hassan, Aswin Thacharodi, Anshu Priya, R. Meenatchi, Thanushree A. Hegde, R. Thangamani, Ht Nguyen, Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
Summary: An Endocrine Disrupting Chemical (EDC) is a compound that disrupts the function of the endocrine system and is found in the environment. EDCs, such as Bisphenol A and pesticides, have been shown to have negative effects on the female reproductive system. Understanding the relationship between EDCs and women's health is crucial for developing strategies to protect reproductive health and informing public policy decisions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lichang Zhou, Zhaoling Li, Boyi Cheng, Jinqi Jiang, Xinqi Bi, Zongping Wang, Guanghao Chen, Gang Guo
Summary: Thiosulfate can promote sulfur-mediated bacterial activity, inhibit glycogen accumulating organisms, and enhance denitrification efficiency. After the carbon source is reduced, the competitive ability of glycogen accumulating organisms increases, resulting in reduced sulfate reduction.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Claire E. Campbell, Devyn L. Cotter, Katherine L. Bottenhorn, Elisabeth Burnor, Hedyeh Ahmadi, W. James Gauderman, Carlos Cardenas-Iniguez, Daniel Hackman, Rob McConnell, Kiros Berhane, Joel Schwartz, Jiu-Chiuan Chen, Megan M. Herting
Summary: Recent studies have found a connection between air pollution and increased risk for behavioral problems during development. However, more longitudinal studies are needed to investigate how exposure during the transition to adolescence may affect emotional behaviors.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jing-hong Liang, Ru-yu Yang, Mei-ling Liu, Ying-qi Pu, Wen-wen Bao, Yu Zhao, Li-xin Hu, Yu-shan Zhang, Shan Huang, Nan Jiang, Xue-ya Pu, Shao-yi Huang, Guang-hui Dong, Ya-jun Chen
Summary: This study examines the association between urban Green and blue spaces (GBS) exposure and Emotion and behavior problems (EBP) in youth populations. The findings suggest that higher exposure to GBS, particularly green spaces (GS) and blue spaces (BS), is associated with a decrease in the risk of developing total difficulties in young individuals. The joint effect of GS and BS may also contribute to the decrease in EBPs.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Diego Ruiz-Sobremazas, Mario Ruiz Coca, Miguel Morales-Navas, Rocio Rodulfo-Cardenas, Caridad Lopez-Granero, Maria Teresa Colomina, Cristian Perez-Fernandez, Fernando Sanchez-Santed
Summary: Air pollution is associated with a range of health issues and gestational exposure to environmental pollutants may be linked to neurodevelopmental disorders. This study investigated the effects of oral gestational exposure to particulate matter (PM) on ultrasonic vocalizations (USV). The findings suggest that this exposure may lead to social deficits and abnormal gene expression related to neurotransmitter systems. Further research is needed to better understand the effects of air pollution on neurodevelopmental disorders and the neurotransmission systems involved.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yagmur Kabakci, Sadiye Kosar, Ozgur Dogan, Fehmi Gorkem Uctug, Osman Atilla Arikan
Summary: This study investigated the effect of electrohydrolysis pretreatment on municipal solid waste. The results showed that applying electrohydrolysis pretreatment increased methane production and reduced the time required for hydrolysis, suggesting it is a promising method to improve anaerobic digestion efficiency.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chuanwu Zhao, Yaozhong Pan, Hanyi Wu, Yu Zhu
Summary: This study analyzed the impact of industrial zones on urban heat islands using remote sensing images and a novel spectral index. The research found that the contraction or expansion of industrial zones has a significant effect on land surface temperature. The results are valuable for environmental assessment and fine management of industrial cities.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bang Du, Zhongzhong Wang, Piet N. L. Lens, Xinmin Zhan, Guangxue Wu
Summary: This study investigated the performance, syntrophic relationships, microbial communities, and metabolic pathways of ethanol-fed reactors with different operational modes and solids retention times. The results showed that different microorganisms were enriched under different SRT conditions, and syntrophic bacteria related to methane production could be enriched under low SRT conditions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gokulan Ravindiran, Sivarethinamohan Rajamanickam, Muralikrishnan Ramalingam, Gasim Hayder, Balamurugan Karupaiya Sathaiah, Madhava Krishna Reddy Gaddam, Senthil Kumar Muniasamy, Priya Arunkumar
Summary: The present study investigated the sustainable approach for wastewater treatment using waste algal blooms. The biochar produced by the marine algae Ulva reticulata was used to remove chromium, nickel, and zinc from aqueous solutions. The study examined the adsorbents' properties and stability using SEM/EDX, FTIR, and XRD. The results showed that the biochar had high removal efficiency for the toxic metals, and the packed bed column effectively removed the heavy metal ions. The Thomas and Adams-Bohart models were found to best fit the regression values, and desorption studies were conducted to understand the sorption and elution processes.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Vignesh Vinayagam, Kavitha Nagarasampatti Palani, Sudha Ganesh, Siddharth Rajesh, Vedha Varshini Akula, Ramapriyan Avoodaiappan, Omkar Singh Kushwaha, Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
Summary: The presence of pollutants in water contributes to global pollution and poses significant threats to humans and wildlife. Finding effective wastewater treatment techniques is crucial for reducing pollutant accumulation in the environment. This paper highlights recent advances in the electrochemical advanced oxidation method and other processes for treating pharmaceuticals, dyes, and pesticide-polluted effluents.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
M. M. M. Ahmed, Kai-Yue Chen, Fang-Yu Tsao, Yi-Cheng Hsieh, Yu-Ting Liu, Min Tzou
Summary: This study investigated the sorption of citric acid onto humic acid-iron hydr(o)xide coprecipitate (HAFHCP) and the reciprocal effects of citric acid and P sorption on HAFHCP. The results showed that citric acid could increase P availability and have an impact on P sorption.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xibo Xu, Zeqiang Wang, Xiaoning Song, Wenjie Zhan, Shuting Yang
Summary: The selection of predictor variables is crucial in building a digital mapping model for potentially toxic elements (PTEs) in soil. Traditionally, spatial and spectral parameters have been used as predictor variables, but the temporal dimension is often overlooked. This study demonstrates the value of incorporating temporal indices in the model, leading to significant performance improvements. The temporal-spatial-spectral covariate combinations used in a random forest (RF) algorithm achieve satisfactory mapping accuracy and outperform other methods.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yan Pei, Xun Liu, Mengbo Cao, Zijun Wang, Hongbing Yang
Summary: Heteroatom doping can reconfigure the electronic structure of heterogeneous catalysts, leading to the development of advanced oxidation water purification materials with superior performance and stability. In this study, a series of catalysts with different elemental doping were prepared using a simple and environmentally friendly method. The S-doped NiCo2O4 catalyst showed excellent catalytic performance for the removal of Tetracycline, with significantly increased kinetic constant and high oxidation and mineralization efficiency in a wide pH range. The degradation process was dominated by non-radical oxidation pathway after S doping, and the overall process moved towards low toxicity.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Srivalli Thimmarayan, Harshavardhan Mohan, Gaddapara Manasa, Karthi Natesan, Shanmugam Mahendran, Pavithra Muthukumar Sathya, Byung-Taek Oh, R. Ravi Kumar, Rangasamy Sigamani Gandhimathi, Arul Jayaprakash, Kamala-Kannan Seralathan
Summary: This study investigated the bacterial degradation of naphthalene (NPT) isolated from crude oil-contaminated soil. Bacillus sp. GN 3.4, a potential bacteria for NPT biodegradation, was isolated and the optimal conditions for NPT degradation were determined. The study suggests that Bacillus sp. GN 3.4 could potentially aid in bioremediation by eliminating NPT from the soil.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)