Review
Environmental Sciences
M. Sharma, A. Yadav, M. K. Mandal, K. K. Dubey
Summary: Increasing population and globalization have led to an increase in the demand for pharmaceuticals, but their overuse and discharge pose potential threats to the aquatic environment. Photocatalysis is a promising and efficient technique that can completely degrade pharmaceutical pollutants in water, enabling safe reuse of wastewater.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Rui Li, Ning Li, Jingwei Hou, Yang Yu, Lan Liang, Beibei Yan, Guanyi Chen
Summary: This study reviews the application of atomic layer deposition (ALD) in water treatment, discussing its advantages and significant role. ALD can precisely fabricate multifunctional materials, significantly improving the removal efficiency of water pollutants, and is of great importance for current and future water quality management.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Charles Obinwanne Okoye, Raphael Nyaruaba, Richard Ekeng Ita, Samuel Ukpong Okon, Charles Izuma Addey, Chike C. Ebido, Adebayo Oluwole Opabunmi, Emmanuel Sunday Okeke, Kingsley Ikechukwu Chukwudozie
Summary: Antibiotic pollution is a serious global threat that has emerged as a result of expanding usage and indiscriminate application of antibiotics in animal husbandry. Antibiotics contaminate aquatic ecosystems and can negatively impact microbial flora and contribute to the development and spread of antibiotic-resistant genes. Various strategies have been developed to remove antibiotics from water systems, but they are often limited by high costs and the generation of secondary pollutants. Effective monitoring and detection systems are needed to address the ecological risks associated with antibiotics in aquatic environments.
ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Raja Norimie Raja Sulaiman, Aznizam Abu Bakar, Norzita Ngadi, Izzat Naim Shamsul Kahar, Abu Hassan Nordin, Muhammad Ikram, Walid Nabgan
Summary: Microplastic pollution negatively impacts the aquatic ecosystem, living organisms, and human health. Research in Malaysia has provided information on the presence of microplastics in surface water, ingestion by marine life, and sediment. Humans are also exposed to microplastics through consuming contaminated products. However, there is limited knowledge among Malaysians regarding the management and remediation of microplastics, posing a challenge to environmental preservation. Green technologies offer alternative solutions for reducing microplastic contamination. This review aims to provide an overview of microplastics in Malaysia's aquatic environment, including detection methods and treatment processes. It also discusses challenges, perspectives, and green strategies for plastic management.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ishfaq Ahmad Lone, Sajad Ur Rehman Beig, Ravi Kumar, Shakeel A. Shah
Summary: The encapsulation and eradication of anions from water is important for production and environmental treatment. A highly functionalized and conjugated microporous porphyrin-based adsorbent material (Co-4MPP) was synthesized, demonstrating efficient adsorption of Cr (VI). The adsorption mechanism involved reduction, chelation, and electrostatic interaction, with protonated nitrogen and oxygen-containing functional groups on the porphyrin ring forming a stable complex with Cr (VI) anions.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Polymer Science
Zhuolun Jiang, To Ngai
Summary: The application of cellulose in food packaging has gained attention due to its biodegradable and non-toxic properties. However, the high hydrophilicity of cellulose limits its utilization. Chemical modification techniques have been developed to improve the properties of cellulose for use in food packaging. This review provides an exhaustive report on these techniques and the potential applications of chemically modified cellulose.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Aminur Rahman, Kazuhiro Yoshida, Mohammed Monirul Islam, Genta Kobayashi
Summary: In this study, orange peel cellulose (OPC) beads were used as adsorbents for the removal of heavy metals from wastewater. The adsorbent surface was analyzed using FT-IR and SEM-EDS. The concentrations of metals before and after adsorption were measured using ICP-MS. The maximum removal efficiency of metal ions occurred at pHs 4-8, and the Langmuir and Freundlich isotherm models confirmed the statistical significance of the adsorption processes.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Minh Huy Do, Khanh Van Thi Khuat, Phuong Thanh Huynh, Luu Nhat Tan Nguyen, Bich Hang Do, Phuoc Dien Pham, Hiep Dinh Nguyen, Hien Minh Nguyen, Ut Dong Thach
Summary: This study aims to develop a green and efficient method for synthesizing antimicrobial amino-functionalized microcrystalline celluloses from cotton fibers. Microcrystalline cellulose was prepared by acid hydrolyzing of cellulose. Tosyl cellulose was synthesized by tosylation of cellulose in an eco-friendly medium using NaOH/urea and decyl glucoside surfactant with DSTs of 0.51. Three amino-functionalized cellulose derivatives were synthesized by nucleophilic substitution reaction of tosyl cellulose with 3-aminopropyltrimethoylsilane, ethylenediamine, and triethylenetetramine. The physicochemical properties of investigated celluloses were characterized by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction analysis, scanning electron microscopy, and thermogravimetric analysis-differential scanning calorimetry. Microcrystalline cellulose with high crystallinity index (81.90%) and crystalline size of 0.30 nm was isolated from cotton fibers. After the dissolution and chemical modification, the crystalline form of cellulose was transformed from cellulose I to amorphous cellulose II. The thermal degradation of aminated cellulose was around 260 degrees C. The amino cellulose exhibited high inhibition activity against S. aureus, P. aeruginosa, and E. coli with MIC values less than 5 mg mL(-1). The chemical modification of surface cellulose could deliver antimicrobial cellulosic materials with potential applications for air and water treatments or as ingredients in the food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Mayara de Almeida Ribeiro Carvalho, Wander Gustavo Botero, Luciana Camargo de Oliveira
Summary: This study used a systematic literature review to identify sources of potentially toxic elements (PTEs) in the aquatic environment. The analysis revealed both natural and anthropogenic sources, such as mining, agriculture, industries, and domestic effluents. The study also highlighted specific locations where environmental remediation studies should be conducted to prevent and address PTE pollution.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yuan Fang, Ai Lu, Dongmin Zhao, Kaihua Su, Zhuoyan Li, Ying Wang, Xing-Can Shen, Kui Liu, Changping Ruan
Summary: This study reports a facile method to synthesize W-MoS2/NCF composite for highly efficient removal of Hg(II) from water. The composite exhibits excellent adsorption performance and convenient operation, showing high mercury removal capacity and utilization efficiency. These results suggest that W-MoS2/NCF has promising potential as an effective scavenger for decontaminating Hg(II) contaminated wastewater.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
F. H. Abdullah, N. H. H. Abu Bakar, M. Abu Bakar
Summary: This review summarizes recent advances in the fabrication, modification, and industrial application of zinc oxide (ZnO) photocatalysts for wastewater treatment, highlighting the potential for improved efficiency and use of renewable resources in greener photocatalytic technologies.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Liling Jing, Pengfei Yang, Xiaoli Lu, Haoran Tian, Jinlong Mao, Junying Li, Feng Ma, Zhiliang Zhang
Summary: In this study, benzophenone derivatives with hydrophobic perfluorooctyl groups were synthesized and covalently grafted onto commercial filter papers to create cellulose-based materials with excellent hydrophobicity. These modified filter papers were capable of efficiently separating various oil-water mixtures and surfactant-stabilized water-in-oil emulsions, showing potential for large-scale industrial applications.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Polymer Science
Shuting Peng, Qiguan Luo, Guofu Zhou, Xuezhu Xu
Summary: Nanocellulose, especially cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs), displays excellent properties and is widely utilized in high-quality functional applications. Chemical modifications play a crucial role in obtaining desired products from nanocellulose derivatives, but recent advances in this area have not been comprehensively reviewed and evaluated in the past five years.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Melvin S. Samuel, J. Ashwini John, Madhumita Ravikumar, Pankaj Raizada, Nur Izyan Wan Azelee, Ethiraj Selvarajan, Rangabhashiyam Selvasembian
Summary: The increasing rise of hazardous dye in wastewater poses major threats to human health and the environment. Conventional water treatment facilities struggle to address this issue. Various physical, chemical, and bio-based treatment methods have been researched, but adsorption using nanocellulose has emerged as one of the most effective and promising approaches for dye remediation. This review focuses on the characteristics, parametric influence, modeling, and mechanisms of cellulose-based adsorption for dye remediation.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Fatma Ozge Gokmen, Nursel Pekel Bayramgil
Summary: Cellulose and its derivatives, such as 2-HEC and HPMC, are extensively studied biocomponents. The chemical structures of nanocomposite films were analyzed using FT-IR and XRD techniques. Among them, amine modified nano SiO2 doped HPMC film showed the best dispersion of nano-reinforcements but had micron-size agglomerations on the film surface.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shehu-Ibrahim Akinfalabi, Umer Rashid, Robiah Yunus, Yun Hin Taufiq-Yap
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Farahnaz Eghbali Babadi, Robiah Yunus, Ali Abbasi, Salman Masoudi Soltani
Article
Energy & Fuels
Ramin Khezri, Wan Azlina Wan Ab Karim Ghani, Dayang Radiah Awang Biak, Robiah Yunus, Kiman Silas
Article
Energy & Fuels
Nur Aqilah Mohamad, Norhafiz Azis, Jasronita Jasni, Mohd Zainal Abidin Ab Kadir, Robiah Yunus, Zaini Yaakub
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Nurliyana Abdul Raof, Robiah Yunus, Umer Rashid, Norhafiz Azis, Zaini Yaakub
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN OIL CHEMISTS SOCIETY
(2019)
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Hamid Zentou, Zurina Zainal Abidin, Robiah Yunus, Dayang Radiah Awang Biak, Danil Korelskiy
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
M. Samadi, Z. Zainal Abidin, H. Yoshida, R. Yunus, D. R. Awang Biak, C. H. Lee, E. H. Lok
SEPARATION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Nurliyana A. Raof, Robiah Yunus, Umer Rashid, Norhafiz Azis, Zaini Yaakub
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON DIELECTRICS AND ELECTRICAL INSULATION
(2019)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Nurliyana A. Raof, Robiah Yunus, Umer Rashid, Norhafiz Azis, Zaini Yaakub
TRIBOLOGY INTERNATIONAL
(2019)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Mohd Hafizz Wondi, Rosnah Shamsudin, Robiah Yunus, G. Abdulkareem Alsultan, Aditya Hutama Iswardi
JOURNAL OF FOOD PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nur Atiqah Mohamad Aziz, Hamidah Abd Hamid, Robiah Yunus, Zulkifly Abbas, Rozita Omar, Umer Rashid, Azhari Muhammad Syam
JOURNAL OF SAUDI CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2020)
Article
Parasitology
Aznizan Shaari, Robiah Yunus, Ismail Ab Raman, Dzolkhifli Omar, Mohd Khadri Shahar, Dayang Radiah Awang Biak, Dina Kania, Akmal Aulia
Summary: This study demonstrates the efficacy of palm oil-based nanoemulsion insecticides in thermal fogging applications against adult Ae. aegypti, achieving high knockdown and mortality rates at considerable spraying distances. The results indicate a high potential for mosquito control with the newly developed palm oil-based nanoemulsion insecticide.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Mohd Hafizz Wondi, Rosnah Shamsudin, Robiah Yunus, Mohd Salahuddin Mohd Basri, Maimunah Mohd Ali, Nur Izzah Nabilah Haris
Summary: This study aims to address inefficiencies in the palm oil milling process by designing a machine that can separate mesocarp fibers from nuts before pressing, thus enhancing oil extraction and quality. Stress and deformation analysis confirms the machine's ability to withstand loads without deformation during the separation process.
JOURNAL OF FOOD PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2023)