Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Khurram Tahir, Nagesh Maile, Ahsan Abdul Ghani, Bolam Kim, Jiseon Jang, Dae Sung Lee
Summary: Microbial electrosynthesis is a renewable energy platform that converts carbon dioxide into useful chemicals to reduce carbon footprint. However, challenges such as electrode structures, current densities, and product selectivity remain. A three-dimensional macroporous sponge coated with a carbon nanotube/MXene composite was found to enhance charge transfer efficiency, microbial enrichment, and current density. The coated sponge showed improved mass diffusion, microbial growth, and production of butyrate.
BIOELECTROCHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Abraham Gomez Vidales, Sasha Omanovic, Hongbo Li, Sabahudin Hrapovic, Boris Tartakovsky
Summary: This study compares the performance of carbon felt (CF), granular activated carbon (GAC), and a conductive acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (cABS) polymer cathodes in microbial electrosynthesis (MES) cells for methane and acetate production. The CF cathode exhibited the highest rates, while the GAC and cABS cathodes showed lower rates.
BIOELECTROCHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Paniz Izadi, Jean-Marie Fontmorin, Bernardino Virdis, Ian M. Head, Eileen H. Yu
Summary: In microbial electrosynthesis, providing additional electron donors can direct the production towards more diverse and longer chain organic chemicals. Supplying formate and ethanol significantly increased the production of butyrate and butanol, while ethanol was found to provide sufficient energy for butyrate production from acetate in the absence of a polarised cathode. The study suggests that the initial reduction of acetate to ethanol, consumed for the production of C4 products through acetate, could be associated with the production of C4 products in the presence of only a cathodic electrode or a cathodic electrode and formate.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Khurram Tahir, Waheed Miran, Jiseon Jang, Seung Han Woo, Dae Sung Lee
Summary: The study demonstrates that modifying electrodes with nickel ferrite can enhance the selective production of butyrate in microbial electrosynthesis (MES) and achieve better MES performance. Results show that the nickel ferrite-modified electrode not only increases butyrate production and cathodic current production, but also significantly improves product selectivity.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ahsan Riaz Khan, Weiming Wang, Adnan Raza Altaf, Shumaila Shaukat, Hai-Jun Zhang, Ata Ur Rehman, Zhang Jun, Luogen Peng
Summary: Developing high-performance biocathodes is a challenging aspect in microbial electrosynthesis (MES) systems and is a major factor limiting its output. In this study, a hollow porous carbon (PC) with MXenes coating was developed to facilitate the direct delivery of CO2 to microorganisms. The result showed that MXene@PC(Ti3C2T x @PC) had a surface area of 434 m(2)/g. The Ti3C2T x @PC MES cycle demonstrated enhanced electron transfer and an increase in butyrate production compared to the uncoated control.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Sovik Das, Indrajit Chakraborty, Swati Das, M. M. Ghangrekar
Summary: The study successfully demonstrated the separation of acetic acid from the catholyte using a triple chamber circular MES cell, achieving high yields in both the cathodic chamber and extraction chamber. Additionally, the cathodic chamber of CMES showed good coulombic efficiency and carbon recovery efficiency.
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES AND ASSESSMENTS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Khurram Tahir, Abdul Samee Ali, Ahsan Abdul Ghani, Muzammil Hussain, Bolam Kim, Youngsu Lim, Dae Sung Lee
Summary: This study found that a dual bio-catalysed microbial electrosynthesis system (MES-D) performed better than a biotic cathode/abiotic anode system (MES-S), with a 3.9-fold improvement in current density and a 2 to 4-fold increase in volatile fatty acid (VFA) generation. The electrodes of MES-D also showed enrichment of electroactive bacteria, indicating the potential of combined bioanode/biocathode systems for improving energy and chemical commodity production.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Jie Zhang, He Liu, Yan Zhang, Ping Wu, Jing Li, Peng Ding, Qian Jiang, Min-Hua Cui
Summary: This study investigated two strategies for the startup of acetate production in microbial electrosynthesis (MES), and found that heterotrophic precultivation strategy had better acetate production performance compared to polarity reversal strategy. Heterotrophic precultivation strategy exhibited higher capacities of electron transfer and energy metabolism, and lower capacities of other pathways for acetyl-CoA competition.
BIOCHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Electrochemistry
Sovik Das, M. M. Ghangrekar
Summary: By comparing the microbial electrosynthesis in batch mode and continuous mode, it was found that operating in batch mode is more favorable for increasing organic chemical production and stability, as well as more effectively accepting external electron supply.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED ELECTROCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xia Hou, Liping Huang, Peng Zhou
Summary: The simultaneous use of magnetic field and Fe3O4 enhances acetate production in the microbial electrosynthesis system by promoting extracellular electron transfer and reducing shedding of Fe3O4 on the biocathode. The synergetic interaction between magnetic field and Fe3O4 provides a feasible strategy for efficient acetate production from bicarbonate reduction in the MES.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhengzhong Mao, Yi Sun, Yong Zhang, Xiangrong Ren, Zhufan Lin, Shaoan Cheng
Summary: The study found that the constant voltage method is beneficial for improving the performance of biocathode methane production, mainly due to the effect of its low charge transfer resistance.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Celia De la Puente, Daniela Carrillo-Pena, Guillermo Pelaz, Antonio Moran, Raul Mateos
Summary: Electromethanogenesis is a microbial process that reduces carbon dioxide to produce methane using a cathode as an electron donor. The shape of the electrode plays a significant role in the performance of the biocathodes and the overall efficiency of the reactor. This study evaluated the influence of electrode shape by installing carbon-based electrodes with different constructions in an electromethanogenic reactor. The results showed that the electrode geometry affected the performance of the biocathodes, with the carbon brush electrode contributing more to current generation and electrical capacitance compared to the carbon felt electrode.
GREENHOUSE GASES-SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
D. Carrillo-Pena, R. Mateos, A. Moran, A. Escapa
Summary: Microbial electrosynthesis using a carbon felt electrode modified with reduced graphene-oxide (rgoCF) as a methanogenic biocathode showed improved methane production compared to a control carbon felt electrode (CF). The rgoCF electrode generated almost 30% higher current density and had lower charge transfer and ohmic resistances by 50%. The presence of bacteria and archaea was also increased in the rgoCF electrode. The study estimated that a high-quality biogas (>95% methane concentration) can be produced within a certain CO2 feeding rate range.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Guillermo Pelaz, Ruben Gonzalez, Antonio Moran, Adrian Escapa
Summary: This study assessed the impact of power fluctuations on microbial electromethanogenesis (EM) systems and found that EM is resilient to power interruptions, maintaining stable methane production. Additionally, it was observed that current density increased without hydrogen supplementation, but methane production efficiency was lower.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Mickael Rimboud, Luc Etcheverry, Mohamed Barakat, Wafa Achouak, Alain Bergel, Marie-Line Delia
Summary: Microbial anodes and oxygen reducing microbial cathodes were designed separately and then combined to form two-compartment microbial fuel cells. The MFCs produced significant power density in a hypersaline medium, with Desulfuromonas sp. identified as key species of the anodes. The efficiency of the cathodes was linked to the development of a redox system centered at a certain voltage and the presence of specific phylogenetically linked bacteria. Comparing different MFCs' performances suggested that maintaining longer polarization at a certain voltage could promote growth of specific bacteria on the cathode and enhance MFC performance.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Waheed Miran, Xizi Long, Wenyuan Huang, Akihiro Okamoto
Summary: The study demonstrates that electrochemical detection of drug-resistant pathogens in wastewater is simpler and faster compared to traditional culture techniques, allowing for detection within hours and differentiation of different bacterial species.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Muhammad Usman Rashid, Wan Mohd Ashri Wan Daud, Nur Atikah Mohidem, Mardawani Binti Mohamad, Javaid Akhtar, Mudassar Azam, Waheed Miran
Summary: The reverse microemulsion synthesis route was used to prepare Ni/CeO2 catalysts for dry reforming of methane. The catalytic activity and stability were investigated, and it was found that the 40% Ni/CeO2 catalyst exhibited higher activity and stability compared to the 20% and 80% Ni/CeO2 catalysts. The proper balance between Ni metal and CeO2 content played a critical role in achieving better catalyst performance and reducing carbon deposition.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Khurram Tahir, Nagesh Maile, Ahsan Abdul Ghani, Bolam Kim, Jiseon Jang, Dae Sung Lee
Summary: Microbial electrosynthesis is a renewable energy platform that converts carbon dioxide into useful chemicals to reduce carbon footprint. However, challenges such as electrode structures, current densities, and product selectivity remain. A three-dimensional macroporous sponge coated with a carbon nanotube/MXene composite was found to enhance charge transfer efficiency, microbial enrichment, and current density. The coated sponge showed improved mass diffusion, microbial growth, and production of butyrate.
BIOELECTROCHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Nagesh C. Maile, Ahsan Abdul Ghani, Surendra K. Shinde, Bolam Kim, Youngsu Lim, Khurram Tahir, Kamakshaiah Charyulu Devarayapalli, Santosh Mohite, Jiseon Jang, Dae Sung Lee
Summary: This study successfully synthesized self-supported, porous, and binder-free hexagonal nanosheets of Ni(OH)(2), NiO, and Ni3S2 electrodes for low-cost and environmental-friendly energy storage systems.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Khurram Shahzad Ayub, Waqas Qamar Zaman, Waheed Miran, Meesam Ali, Zain Abbas, Umair Mushtaq, Asif Shahzad, Ji Yang
Summary: Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are a class of pollutants that have serious health effects. Non-thermal plasma (NTP) is a new technology that can be used to reduce and control VOCs. In this study, Co-Cu/TiO2 catalysts were prepared and used in post-plasma catalysis to efficiently degrade toluene as a model VOC. The results showed that the Co-50-Cu-50/TiO2 catalyst exhibited the highest degradation efficiency of toluene, indicating its potential for commercial viability.
RESEARCH ON CHEMICAL INTERMEDIATES
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Nagesh Maile, Surendra Shinde, Youngsu Lim, Bolam Kim, Ahsan Abdul Ghani, Khurram Tahir, Muzammil Hussain, Jiseon Jang, Dae Sung Lee
Summary: Self-assembled composite porous structures comprising CuCo2O4 microflowers and NiO hexagonal nanosheets were synthesized and evaluated as a binder-free positive electrode for hybrid supercapacitor application. The composite showed a maximum areal capacitance of 1444 mF cm(-2) and remarkable stability of 88.5% for 10,000 galvanostatic charge-discharge cycles.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Tehmina Azam, Syed Hassan Bukhari, Usman Liaqat, Waheed Miran
Summary: Human antibodies, specifically IgG, play a crucial role in immune response by controlling infections and serving as diagnostic tools for various diseases. Research on biosensors for IgG detection has become important, and electrochemical biosensors coupled with nanomaterials provide reliable detection strategies. This review serves as a guide for future research on IgG biosensors and other biosensing systems.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Aamir Khan, Sher Jamal Khan, Waheed Miran, Waqas Qamar Zaman, Alia Aslam, Hafiz Muhammad Aamir Shahzad
Summary: To evaluate the efficiency of a Decentralized Wastewater Treatment System (DWTS) for domestic wastewater treatment, an Anaerobic Baffled Reactor (ABR) and an Anaerobic Filter (AF) with Membrane Filtration (MF) module were studied. The ABR's performance at different Hydraulic Retention Times (HRTs) resulted in COD removal efficiencies of 74%, 72%, 69%, and 65%. The AF, using different filtration media, showed the highest performance with PVC pipe (20 mm), achieving COD, TP, and TKN removals of 79%, 32%, and 63%, respectively. The combined system proved its efficacy with significant COD and turbidity removal of 94.6% and 87.2%.
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Waheed Miran, Wenyuan Huang, Xizi Long, Gaku Imamura, Akihiro Okamoto
Summary: This study developed a high-throughput platform and used Bayesian estimation to optimize the electrode potential and redox-active additive concentration for microbial current production. The results showed that riboflavin performed the best at a wide potential range in Shewanella. The underlying mechanism was validated through electrochemical analysis using mutant strains lacking outer-membrane redox enzymes.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Khurram Tahir, Abdul Samee Ali, Ahsan Abdul Ghani, Muzammil Hussain, Bolam Kim, Youngsu Lim, Dae Sung Lee
Summary: This study found that a dual bio-catalysed microbial electrosynthesis system (MES-D) performed better than a biotic cathode/abiotic anode system (MES-S), with a 3.9-fold improvement in current density and a 2 to 4-fold increase in volatile fatty acid (VFA) generation. The electrodes of MES-D also showed enrichment of electroactive bacteria, indicating the potential of combined bioanode/biocathode systems for improving energy and chemical commodity production.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ammara Ayub, Nagesh C. Maile, Bolam Kim, Youngsu Lim, Ahsan Abdul Ghani, Muzammil Hussain, Kamakshaiah C. Devarayapalli, Gyuhyeon Kim, Myunggoo Kang, Jaechul Ha, Chun-Hyung Cho, Dae Sung Lee
Summary: A novel Sn/SnOx@Ti3C2Tx adsorbent was fabricated by in situ growth of Sn/SnOx particles on Ti3C2Tx nanosheets using electrostatic attraction and liquid-phase reduction. The Sn/SnOx particles were uniformly anchored onto the Ti3C2Tx surface, forming a sandwich-like-structured nanocomposite. The introduced particles increased the space between the nanosheets, providing more active sites for Sr2+ ion removal. The adsorption capacity of Sn/SnOx@Ti3C2Tx for Sr2+ ions was 71.04 mg/g at 298 K, and it showed promising potential for the removal of Sr2+ ions from aqueous media.
JOURNAL OF NUCLEAR MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Khurram Shahzad Ayub, Zain Abbas, Waqas Qamar Zaman, Shoaib Rauf, Muazzam Arshad, Meesam Ali, Waheed Miran, Umair Mushtaq, Haroon Khalid, Ji Yang
Summary: Nonthermal plasma (NTP) is a successful technology for the removal of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), such as toluene. This study demonstrates that the combination of NTP with ferrite-based catalysts significantly enhances toluene removal efficiency and reduces the formation of by-products, indicating the great potential of NTP incorporated with a catalytic system for sustainable VOC treatment.
RESEARCH ON CHEMICAL INTERMEDIATES
(2023)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Kashif Rasool, Sabir Hussain, Asif Shahzad, Waheed Miran, Khaled A. Mahmoud, Nisar Ali, Fares Almomani
Summary: The need for a sustainable food system is driven by the growing global population and higher living standards. However, the production of protein-rich feed for livestock leads to increased waste, which hinders economic and environmental sustainability. Microbial protein (MP) production utilizing renewable electron and carbon sources shows potential as an alternative protein source. This review focuses on the potential waste feedstock for MP production and discusses the recent progress in the application of MP-producing microorganisms, as well as the challenges and future perspectives in MP application as animal feed.
REVIEWS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND BIO-TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Imad Ud Din, Irum Shahid Khan, Iftikhar Hussain Gul, Zakir Hussain, Waheed Miran, Farhan Javaid, Usman Liaqat
Summary: This study investigates the drug delivery applications of iron oxide nanoparticles doped with strontium. Various molar ratios of strontium doping were prepared using the co-precipitation method, and the impact on particle size, magnetic properties, drug loading, drug release, and cytotoxicity was examined.
NAUNYN-SCHMIEDEBERGS ARCHIVES OF PHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Muhammad Usman Saleem, Muhammad Jawad, Fahad Azad, Muhammad Asif Nawaz, Waqas Qamar Zaman, Waheed Miran
Summary: This study investigates the feasibility of treating and degrading Ciprofloxacin (CIP) using cobalt oxide-coated stainless steel electrodes in a lab-scale electrochemical reactor. The results indicate that the cobalt oxide-coated electrodes exhibit better removal efficiency of CIP at a shorter residence time.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Toshimi Nakajima, Mao Kuragano, Makoto Yamada, Ryo Sugimoto
Summary: This study compared the contribution of submarine groundwater discharge (SGD) to river nutrient budgets at nearshore and embayment scales, and found that SGD-derived nutrients become more important at larger spatial scales.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fan Liu, Lei Zhang, Chongyang Zhang, Ziguang Chen, Jingguang Li
Summary: NO2 emissions from wall-mounted gas stoves used for household heating have become a significant source of indoor pollution in Chinese urban areas. The high indoor concentration of NO2 poses potential health risks to residents. It is urgently necessary to establish relevant regulations and implement emission reduction technologies to reduce NO2 emissions from wall-mounted gas stoves.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Letter
Environmental Sciences
Hans Peter H. Arp, Raoul Wolf, Sarah E. Hale, Sivani Baskaran, Juliane Gluege, Martin Scheringer, Xenia Trier, Ian T. Cousins, Harrie Timmer, Roberta Hofman-Caris, Anna Lennquist, Andre D. Bannink, Gerard J. Stroomberg, Rosa M. A. Sjerps, Rosa Montes, Rosario Rodil, Jose Benito Quintana, Daniel Zahn, Herve Gallard, Tobias Mohr, Ivo Schliebner, Michael Neumann
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Philomina Onyedikachi Peter, Binessi Edouard Ifon, Francois Nkinahamira, Kayode Hassan Lasisi, Jiangwei Li, Anyi Hu, Chang-Ping Yu
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between dissolved organic matter (DOM) and Rare Earth Elements (REEs) in sediments from Yundang Lagoon, China. The results show four distinct fluorescent components, with protein-like substances being the most prevalent. Additionally, the total fluorescence intensity and LREE concentrations exhibit a synchronized increase from Outer to Inner to Songbai Lake core sediments. The findings demonstrate a strong correlation between DOM content and pollution levels.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Surya Gupta, Pasquale Borrelli, Panos Panagos, Christine Alewell
Summary: The objective of this study is to incorporate soil hydraulic properties into the erodibility factor (K) of USLE-type models. By modifying and improving the existing equations for soil texture and permeability, the study successfully included information on saturated hydraulic conductivity (Ksat) into the calculation of K factor. Using the Random Forest machine learning algorithm, two independent K factor maps with different spatial resolutions were generated. The results show that the decrease in K factor values has a positive impact on the modeling of soil erosion rates.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jesmin Akter, Wendy J. M. Smith, Yawen Liu, Ilho Kim, Stuart L. Simpson, Phong Thai, Asja Korajkic, Warish Ahmed
Summary: The choice of workflow in wastewater surveillance has a significant impact on SARS-CoV-2 concentrations, while having minimal effects on HF183 and no effect on HAdV 40/41 concentrations. Certain components in the workflow can be interchangeable, but factors such as buffer type, chloroform, and homogenization speed can affect the recovery of viruses and bacteria.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yu Luo, Xueting Yang, Diwei Wang, Hongmei Xu, Hongai Zhang, Shasha Huang, Qiyuan Wang, Ningning Zhang, Junji Cao, Zhenxing Shen
Summary: Atmospheric PM2.5, which can generate reactive oxygen species (ROS), is associated with cardiorespiratory morbidity and mortality. The study found that both the mass concentration of PM2.5 and the DTT activity were higher during the heating season than during the nonheating season. Combustion sources were the primary contributors to DTT activity during the heating season, while secondary formation dominated during the nonheating season. The study also revealed that biomass burning had the highest inherent oxidation potential among all sources investigated.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Erin L. Murphy, Leah R. Gerber, Chelsea M. Rochman, Beth Polidoro
Summary: Plastic pollution has devastating consequences for marine organisms. This study uses a trait-based framework to develop a vulnerability index for marine mammals, seabirds, and sea turtles in Hawai'i. The index ranks 63 study species based on their vulnerability to macroplastic pollution, providing valuable information for species monitoring and management priorities.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kenji Maurice, Amelia Bourceret, Sami Youssef, Stephane Boivin, Liam Laurent-Webb, Coraline Damasio, Hassan Boukcim, Marc-Andre Selosse, Marc Ducousso
Summary: Growing pressure from climate change and agricultural land use is destabilizing soil microbial community interactions. Little is known about microbial community resistance and adaptation to disturbances, hindering our understanding of recovery latency and implications for ecosystem functioning. This study found that anthropic disturbance and natural disturbance have different effects on the topology and stability of soil microbial networks.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yunhao Li, Yali Feng, Haoran Li, Yisong Yao, Chenglong Xu, Jinrong Ju, Ruiyu Ma, Haoyu Wang, Shiwei Jiang
Summary: Deep-sea mining poses a serious threat to marine ecosystems and human health by disturbing sediment and transmitting metal ions through the food chain. This study developed a new regenerative adsorption material, OMN@SA, which effectively removes metal ions. The adsorption mechanism and performance of the material for metal ion fixation were investigated.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Antonio Medici, Margherita Lavorgna, Marina Isidori, Chiara Russo, Elena Orlo, Giovanni Luongo, Giovanni Di Fabio, Armando Zarrelli
Summary: Valsartan, a widely used antihypertensive drug, has been detected in high concentrations in surface waters due to its unchanged excretion and incomplete degradation in wastewater treatment plants. This study investigated the degradation of valsartan and identified 14 degradation byproducts. The acute and chronic toxicity of these byproducts were evaluated in key organisms in the freshwater trophic chain.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jiang Lin, Lianbao Chi, Qing Yuan, Busu Li, Mingbao Feng
Summary: This study investigated the photodegradation behavior and product formation of two representative pharmaceuticals in simulated estuary water. The study found that the formed transformation products of these pharmaceuticals have potential toxicity on marine organisms, including oxidative stress and damage to cellular components.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hua Fang, Dongdong Jiang, Ye He, Siyi Wu, Yuehong Li, Ziqi Zhang, Haoting Chen, Zixin Zheng, Yan Sun, Wenxiang Wang
Summary: This study revealed that exposure to lower levels of air pollutants led to decreased pregnancy rates, with PM10, NO2, SO2, and CO emerging as the four most prominent pollutants. Individuals aged 35 and above exhibited heightened susceptibility to pollutants.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ali Shaan Manzoor Ghumman, Rashid Shamsuddin, Amin Abbasi, Mohaira Ahmad, Yoshiaki Yoshida, Abdul Sami, Hamad Almohamadi
Summary: In this study, inverse vulcanized polysulfides (IVP) were synthesized by reacting molten sulfur with 4-vinyl benzyl chloride, and then functionalized using N-methyl D-glucamine (NMDG). The functionalized IVP showed a high mercury adsorption capacity and a machine learning model was developed to predict the amount of mercury removed. Furthermore, the functionalized IVP can be regenerated and reused, providing a sustainable and cost-effective adsorbent.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rita Bonfiglio, Renata Sisto, Stefano Casciardi, Valeria Palumbo, Maria Paola Scioli, Erica Giacobbi, Francesca Servadei, Gerry Melino, Alessandro Mauriello, Manuel Scimeca
Summary: This study investigated the presence of aluminum in human colon cancer samples and its potential association with biological processes involved in cancer progression. Aluminum was found in tumor areas of 24% of patients and was associated with epithelial to mesenchymal transition (EMT) and cell death. Additional analyses revealed higher tumor mutational burden and mutations in genes related to EMT and apoptosis in aluminum-positive colon cancers. Understanding the molecular mechanisms of aluminum toxicity may improve strategies for the management of colon cancer patients.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
