Article
Environmental Sciences
Shenwen Cai, Shaoqi Zhou, Junwei Cheng, Qinghe Wang, Ying Dai
Summary: The study analyzed the chemical fractions of heavy metals and microbial compositions in surface sediments from the Mo-Ni polymetallic mine area. It found that Cd had high bioavailability and posed a high environmental risk. The microbial communities showed varied responses to different sampling sites.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Min Zhang, Teng Zhang, Lei Zhou, Wei Lou, Weiai Zeng, Tianbo Liu, Huaqun Yin, Hongwei Liu, Xueduan Liu, Krishnamurthy Mathivanan, Loganathan Praburaman, Delong Meng
Summary: This study found that heavy metal pollution significantly affected the diversity and composition of soil microbial communities. As heavy metal concentration increased, microbial community assembly tended to be more deterministic. The effects of heavy metal stress on the assembly process of different microbial groups were distinct.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yucai Lyu, Tao Yang, Herong Liu, Zheng Qi, Ping Li, Ziyao Shi, Zhen Xiang, Dachun Gong, Ning Li, Yaoping Zhang
Summary: The study achieved directional enrichment of a Cr(VI)-reducing bacterial community YEM001 from no-Cr(VI) polluted pond sedimental sludge by selectively growing it in Cr(VI)-containing media. The community showed high efficiency in reducing Cr(VI) in laboratory rich media, landfill leachate, and natural sludge. The metagenomic data revealed that the YEM001 community consists of multiple bacteria, with certain dominant species contributing to the majority of the community abundance.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Weiwei Xiao, Guobing Lin, Xiaoman He, Zhaoguang Yang, Lin Wang
Summary: The study on microbial communities in soil samples under phytoremediation of hyperaccumulation plants showed that the abundances of major microbial phyla exceeded 90% and were correlated with environmental factors such as pH and heavy metal concentrations. Soil pH was confirmed as the dominant factor in discriminating soil samples, indicating that microbial community abundances were influenced by various environmental factors.
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Engineering, Environmental
Ernestina Hauptfeld, Jordi Pelkmans, Terry T. Huisman, Armin Anocic, Basten L. Snoek, F. A. Bastiaan von Meijenfeldt, Jan Gerritse, Johan van Leeuwen, Gert Leurink, Arie van Lit, Ruud van Uffelen, Margot C. Koster, Bas E. Dutilh
Summary: Biodegradation is a sustainable and cost-effective solution for groundwater pollution. In this study, the microbial populations involved in the biodegradation of poly-contaminants in a heavily contaminated groundwater pipeline were investigated. The microbial communities were analyzed using genome-resolved metagenomic analysis, revealing the changing microbial communities in a highly effective groundwater treatment system.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ernestina Hauptfeld, Jordi Pelkmans, Terry T. Huisman, Armin Anocic, Basten L. Snoek, F. A. Bastiaan von Meijenfeldt, Jan Gerritse, Johan van Leeuwen, Gert Leurink, Arie van Lit, Ruud van Uffelen, Margot C. Koster, Bas E. Dutilh
Summary: This study investigates the microbial communities involved in the biodegradation of poly-contaminants in a groundwater treatment system. The genome-resolved metagenomic analysis revealed significant differences in microbial populations between the plant and the contaminated park groundwater. The findings provide valuable insights into the efficacy of microbial biodegradation in treating complex groundwater contaminants.
Article
Microbiology
Tom Rogiers, Jurgen Claesen, Axel Van Gompel, Nathalie Vanhoudt, Mohamed Mysara, Adam Williamson, Natalie Leys, Rob Van Houdt, Nico Boon, Kristel Mijnendonckx
Summary: This study investigated the impact of long-term phosphate and nuclear industry discharges on the microbial community in the Grote Nete river basin in Belgium. It found that the structure and functionality of the microbial community in contaminated locations were affected by the pollution.
ENVIRONMENTAL MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Guowei Huang, Xunzheng Rao, Xintong Shao, Qiyuan Gu, Ziye Wang, Peng Li, Jiu Huang
Summary: This study analyzed the release characteristics of heavy metals from underground goaf and surface dump through field sampling and leaching tests, constructed a water-environment model of the downstream surface water, and simulated and analyzed the impact of underground pollutants on downstream surface water quality. The results showed that the water environment model was reliable and could provide guidance for simulating and controlling heavy metal pollution in the utilization of abandoned mines for pumped storage hydropower.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Chun-dan Gan, Si-fan Cui, Zhen-zhong Wu, Jin-yan Yang
Summary: This study investigated the heavy metal distribution and microbial community structure of vanadium-titanium magnetite tailings under different management modes. The topsoil covering measures were found to retard the acidification of tailings, but certain heavy metals were able to migrate to the overlying soil. The microbial community structure was influenced by factors such as pH, EC, and heavy metal concentrations.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Di Chen, Qiyan Feng, Haoqian Liang
Summary: The study revealed that long-term AMD pollution promoted the evolution of gamma-Proteobacteria and led to the formation of mutualistic interaction networks among microorganisms. Additionally, acidic pollution enhanced microbial functions, potentially serving as an adaptive mechanism for microbial survival in acidic environments.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zhaoxun Yang, Sarah M. Acker, Adam R. Brady, Armando Arenazas Rodriguez, Lino Morales Paredes, Juana Ticona, Giuliana Romero Mariscal, Gary F. Vanzin, James F. Ranville, Jonathan O. Sharp
Summary: Nature-based solutions are a sustainable alternative for treating metal-impaired waste streams. Shallow constructed wetlands with benthic photosynthetic microbial mats have the ability to remove soluble metals through interactions with inorganic and organic fractions. The study found that both biomats from different systems were able to accumulate metals below regulatory thresholds, with Prado biomat having a higher removal capacity due to a higher proportion of inorganic content. The results also showed that sorption/surface complexation and incorporation/assimilation of inorganic and organic constituents play a dominant role in metal removal potential.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Qiaoyu Chen, Yanyan Hu, Yue Chen, Lijun Yang, Benguo Zhu, He Qing, Lijuan Wang, Juan Li
Summary: This study utilizes a classification-based method to accurately track key pollution sources in sludge. Industrial pollution is found to be the primary factor causing disparity in pollution levels between different types of sludge. The application of classification and fitting analysis based on pollutant concentrations identifies the main pollutants in the sludge, which are found to align with characteristic pollutants from the electroplating industry. Furthermore, GIS analysis shows a significant correlation between the distance of wastewater treatment plants with abnormal environmental risk and electroplating industrial parks.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaocui Wen, Jiawei Zhou, Siyan Zheng, Zhangwei Yang, Zheng Lu, Xueqin Jiang, Lingzhi Zhao, Bo Yan, Xiaofan Yang, Tao Chen
Summary: This study investigated the HMs contamination and microbial community dynamics during a three-year revegetation of production Pb-Zn tailings in northern Guangdong province, China. The results showed that prolonged tailings stockpiling exacerbated Pb contamination, but revegetation effectively alleviated Pb. Pseudomonas emerged as a potential Pb remediator during the revegetation process.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tianpeng Gao, Haijuan Li, Yueqing He, Yuanyuan Shen, Guangwen Li, Xiangkai Li, Yueli Chen, Yubing Liu, Changming Li, Jing Ji, Jing Xu, Guohua Chang
Summary: Investigations into the impact of heavy metals on microbial community structure revealed that heavy metals and chemical properties are the main driving forces behind changes in bacterial diversity and community structure in contaminated soils. The relative abundances of specific bacterial phyla were found to be correlated with the levels of heavy metals and certain chemical properties in the soils. Certain bacterial species identified in these specific tailing soils may have potential tolerance to heavy metals, providing theoretical support for future bioremediation efforts.
WATER AIR AND SOIL POLLUTION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Qu Su, Jiang Yu, Kaiqin Fang, Panyue Dong, Zheyong Li, Wuzhu Zhang, Manxia Liu, Luojing Xiang, Junxiong Cai
Summary: The contamination of soils with petroleum and its derivatives is a persistent and growing environmental problem, however the interference of heavy metals co-contaminating these soils is often overlooked. Acinetobacter baumannii strain JYZ-03 was identified as capable of degrading petroleum hydrocarbons and isolated from soil contaminated by both heavy metals and petroleum hydrocarbons. Strain JYZ-03 effectively bioremediates petroleum hydrocarbon-contaminated soil in the presence of heavy metal stress, making it valuable in the bioremediation of petroleum- and heavy-metal-contaminated sites.
Article
Microbiology
Yingshun Cui, Seong-Jun Chun, A-Ra Cho, Shu Kuan Wong, Hyung-Gwan Lee, Hee-Mock Oh, Chi-Yong Ahn
ANTONIE VAN LEEUWENHOEK INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GENERAL AND MOLECULAR MICROBIOLOGY
(2019)
Article
Microbiology
Seong-Jun Chun, Yingshun Cui, Chunzhi Jin, A. Ra Cho, Shu-Kuan Wong, Hyung-Gwan Lee, Hee-Mock Oh, Chi-Yong Ahn
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SYSTEMATIC AND EVOLUTIONARY MICROBIOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yingshun Cui, Seong-Jun Chun, Sang-Soo Baek, Seung Ho Baek, Pyoung-Joong Kim, Moonho Son, Kyung Hwa Cho, Chi-Yong Ahn, Hee-Mock Oh
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Seong-Jun Chun, Yingshun Cui, Jay Jung Lee, In-Chan Choi, Hee-Mock Oh, Chi-Yong Ahn
Article
Entomology
Young-Joong Kim, Stefanie Kloos, Jorg Romeis, Michael Meissle
Summary: The study found that genetically modified cotton has different impacts on non-target herbivores like spider mites and generalist predators like pirate bugs. Pirate bugs feeding on spider mites from Bt cotton showed reduced survival, increased developmental time, and decreased fecundity. This suggests that the pirate bugs are directly affected by the Bt protein in the genetically engineered cotton.
JOURNAL OF PEST SCIENCE
(2021)
Correction
Engineering, Environmental
Seong-Jun Chun, Yingshun Cui, Jay Jung Lee, In-Chan Choi, Hee-Mock Oh, Chi-Yong Ahn
Article
Microbiology
Yingshun Cui, Shu-Kuan Wong, Ryo Kaneko, Ayako Mouri, Yuya Tada, Ippei Nagao, Seong-Jun Chun, Hyung-Gwan Lee, Chi-Yong Ahn, Hee-Mock Oh, Yuki Sato-Takabe, Koji Suzuki, Hideki Fukuda, Toshi Nagata, Kazuhiro Kogure, Koji Hamasaki
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Microbiology
Chan-Yeong Park, Seong-Jun Chun, Chunzhi Jin, Ve Van Le, Yingshun Cui, Song-Yeon Kim, Chi-Yong Ahn, Hee-Mock Oh
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SYSTEMATIC AND EVOLUTIONARY MICROBIOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Young Kyun Lim, Seong-Jun Chun, Jin Ho Kim, Bum Soo Park, Seung Ho Baek
Summary: The introduction of A. affine into the marine pelagic planktonic community led to varying short-term responses from bacteria and phytoplankton. Under low nutrient conditions, A. affine was able to change the phytoplankton community by maintaining its own population, without significantly impacting the overall planktonic community dynamics.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYCOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Yingshun Cui, Chan-Yeong Park, Song-Yeon Kim, Shu-Kuan Wong, An Suk Lim, Hee-Mock Oh, Seong-Jun Chun, Chi-Yong Ahn
Summary: A novel bacterium, strain SJAQ100(T), isolated from a freshwater aquarium, was taxonomically and phylogenetically characterized. It was identified as a new genus and species, Aquariibacter albus gen. nov., sp. nov., belonging to the order Burkholderiales and class Betaproteobacteria, based on genotypic, chemotaxonomic, and phenotypic analysis.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SYSTEMATIC AND EVOLUTIONARY MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sang-Soo Baek, JongCheol Pyo, Yong Sung Kwon, Seong-Jun Chun, Seung Ho Baek, Chi-Yong Ahn, Hee-Mock Oh, Young Ok Kim, Kyung Hwa Cho
Summary: This paper proposes a method of using deep learning combined with convolutional neural network models to simulate blooms of Alexandrium catenella, achieving high accuracy and root mean square error values. The results show that the simulated distribution follows the actual bloom pattern, with salinity and temperature influencing the bloom initiation and NH4-N affecting the bloom growth.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Seong-Jun Chun
Summary: This article presents a dataset of the eukaryotic and fungal microbiome in bulk soil and root of wild Brassica napus in South Korea. The dataset was obtained through Illumina MiSeq sequencing, and will be used for assessing the potential impact of transgenic B. napus on the natural ecosystem.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jihoon Kim, Yingshun Cui, Haeun Lee, Seong-Jun Chun
Summary: This dataset provides detailed profiles of bacterial and fungal communities associated with flowers of the most common plant species in South Korea, offering new insights into the microbial communities and interactions of the anthosphere.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Attila Csaba Kondor, Anna Viktoria Vancsik, Laszlo Bauer, Lili Szabo, Zoltan Szalai, Gergely Jakab, Gabor Maasz, Marta Pedrosa, Maria Jose Sampaio, Ana Rita Lado Ribeiro
Summary: This review provides a critical overview of research on the removal efficiency of priority substances and compounds of emerging concern through bank filtration, discussing influencing factors and future challenges. The findings show that the efficiency of bank filtration is influenced by multiple factors and varies for different substances.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xinyan Wang, Shuai Zhang, Huihui Yan, Zhao Ma, Yunshan Zhang, Haining Luo, Xueli Yang
Summary: This study investigated the association between ambient PM2.5, O3 pollution, and ovarian reserve in reproductive-aged Chinese women. The results showed that increased exposure to PM2.5 and O3 was associated with decreased AMH levels, indicating reduced ovarian reserve. Notably, the effects of O3 exposure on ovarian reserve were different from those of PM2.5 exposure.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tingting Ma, Yanjuan Ding, Fengjiao Xu, Chen Zhang, Min Zhou, Ya Tang, Yanrong Chen, Yating Wen, Rufei Chen, Bin Tang, Shigui Wang
Summary: The dragonfly species Orthetrum albistylum can accumulate heavy metals, and its heat shock protein genes have the potential to serve as biomarkers for monitoring environmental pollutants.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Naoto Ishiwaka, Koya Hashimoto, Masayoshi K. Hiraiwa, Francisco Sanchez-Bayo, Taku Kadoya, Daisuke Hayasaka
Summary: Systemic insecticides and rising temperatures have combined effects on the abundance of Odonata nymphs in paddy fields. The standalone effect of insecticide exposure decreased the Odonata community, while nymphs decreased synergistically with temperature rise in paddy water. However, the impacts of each stressor alone varied among species.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marco Vecchiato, Carlo Barbante, Elena Barbaro, Francois Burgay, Warren R. L. Cairns, Alice Callegaro, David Cappelletti, Federico Dallo, Marianna D'Amico, Matteo Feltracco, Jean-Charles Gallet, Andrea Gambaro, Catherine Larose, Niccolo Maffezzoli, Mauro Mazzola, Ivan Sartorato, Federico Scoto, Clara Turetta, Massimiliano Varde, Zhiyong Xie, Andrea Spolaor
Summary: The Arctic region is facing contamination from long-range pollution and local human activities. Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) are used as environmental indicators for emission, transport, and deposition processes. Research conducted in the Arctic surface snow in Ny-Ålesund, Svalbard from October 2018 to May 2019 shows that long-range inputs of PAHs mainly occur in winter, while the most abundant analyte retene exhibits opposite seasonal trends.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Maoshui Zhuo, Zhijie Chen, Xiaoqing Liu, Wei Wei, Yansong Shen, Bing-Jie Ni
Summary: This paper discusses the application of three catalytic processes (photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, and biocatalysis) in the management of microplastic pollution, and introduces the efficiency and catalytic mechanisms of different catalysts. It also proposes the development prospects for sustainable management of microplastic pollution.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shiyu Chen, Zhenzhen Shi, Qiang Zhang
Summary: In this study, a human physiologically based pharmacokinetic (PBPK) model of diethyl phthalate (DEP) was developed to assess its toxicity. The model considers the distribution and metabolism of DEP and its active metabolite monoethyl phthalate (MEP) in different tissue compartments. Sensitivity analysis and Bayesian Markov chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) simulations were performed to evaluate the uncertainty and variability of the model parameters. The results suggest that dermal absorption is an important route of exposure to DEP in the environment.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bangguo Wang, Lijing Wang, Wenxi Cen, Tao Lyu, Peter Jarvis, Yang Zhang, Yuanxun Zhang, Yinghui Han, Lei Wang, Gang Pan, Kaili Zhang, Wei Fan
Summary: This study investigates the feasibility and mechanisms of a chemical-free nanobubble-based AOP for treating organic micropollutants in water. The results show that the oxygen nanobubble AOP has a significantly higher removal efficiency compared to air and nitrogen nanobubbles. The treatment performance is not affected by pH and the presence of ions. Higher initial concentrations of the micropollutant lead to slower treatment processes, but similar removal performance is achieved in the end. The presence of organic matter reduces the removal rate of the micropollutant. The results have practical feasibility for water and wastewater treatment.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yingmei Huang, Jicai Yi, Yao Huang, Songxiong Zhong, Bin Zhao, Jing Zhou, Yuxuan Wang, Yiwen Zhu, Yanhong Du, Fangbai Li
Summary: This study investigates the impact of biochar on methylmercury (MeHg) accumulation in rice. The results show that biochar reduces MeHg levels in paddy soils by decreasing bioavailable Hg and microbial Hg methylation. Additionally, biochar decreases the uptake and translocation of MeHg in rice plants, resulting in a reduction of MeHg accumulation in rice grains.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nengde Zeng, Fei Huang, Jiani Du, Chenghao Huang, Qian Yang, Xinhua Zhan, Baoshan Xing
Summary: This study investigates the protein targets and protein-ligand interactions related to PAH contamination in crop xylem sap using computational tools. The results show that phenanthrene has a more pronounced effect on the xylem sap proteins of maize and wheat, with maize DEPs associated with lipid biosynthesis and wheat DEPs exhibiting an increase in ABC transporters. This study provides insights into the regulation and movement of PAHs within plant xylem.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xinwei Chen, Hao Ma, Run Wang, Man Wang, Binbin Zhu, Yanqing Cong, Xiayue Zhu, Guoqin Wang, Yi Zhang
Summary: Co3O4/TiO2-NRs electrodes with excellent photoresponse were prepared via plasma-assisted modification of Co3O4 on TiO2. The combination of Co3O4 and TiO2 improved the light utilization efficiency and showed potential for degradation of pollutants.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Wenjing Ji, Liying Song, Jing Wang, Hongqing Song
Summary: This study conducted a life-cycle assessment to examine the correlation between natural gas consumption and carbon emissions in different end uses in China. The results showed that both natural gas consumption and life-cycle carbon emissions have been increasing since 2017. Significant variations in NG life-cycle carbon emissions were found across different provinces and sectors, highlighting the need for targeted efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Youyi Chen, Boxuan Zhang, Pojun Zhang, Guogui Shi, Hao Liang, Wu Cai, Jingyu Gao, Sumin Zhuang, Kaiyin Luo, Jiaqi Zhu, Chaoxiang Chen, Kunyu Ma, Jinrong Chen, Chun Hu, Xueci Xing
Summary: The synergistic effects of trace sulfadiazine and cast-iron corrosion scales on the formation of disinfection by-products in drinking water distribution systems were investigated. The presence of magnetite resulted in increased concentrations of DBPs due to the higher microbial activity and enhanced microbial extracellular electron transport pathway. The study highlights the importance of considering trace antibiotics pollution and corrosion scales in water sources for DBP control.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Bishwa Raj Pokharel, Vijay Sheri, Manoj Kumar, Zhiyong Zhang, Baohong Zhang
Summary: This review summarizes the interactions, uptake, and transport of aluminum nanoparticles (Al-NPs) in plants, highlighting their negative effects on plant growth and development, as well as their potential to alter plant defense systems and gene expression.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yonglu Wang, Fengsong Zhang, Xiaoyong Liao, Xiao Yang, Guixiang Zhang, Liyun Zhang, Chaojun Wei, Pengge Shi, Jiongxin Wen, Xiaorong Ju, Can Xu, Yang Liu, Ying Lan
Summary: This study aims to explore the effects of thiencarbazone-methyl center dot isoxaflutole on soil microflora and the potential mitigation mechanisms to bacterial communities. It was found that increasing the application of thiencarbazone-methyl center dot isoxaflutole resulted in increased stress on soil bacterial community structure and diversity. Increasing soil pH was recognized as a key factor in improving the diversity and structure of soil microflora. Supplemental use of nitrapyrin or modified attapulgite can increase soil pH and improve bacterial diversity.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)