Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Firdoz Shaik, Riccardo Milan, Lilac Amirav
Summary: Graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4) is a conjugated polymer with visible light responsiveness and various intriguing characteristics, making it highly beneficial for numerous potential applications. This study presents a novel design and universal approach for fabricating unique plasmonic g-C3N4 nanoscale hybrids with well-controlled morphology.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Meng Zhao, Jing Xu, Shuyan Song, Hongjie Zhang
Summary: Tandem catalysis is of great importance in industrial production, and core/yolk-shell nanoreactors are considered as one of the most promising catalysts. Their unique hierarchical structure provides an excellent platform for various active sites, enabling strong interaction reactions. Moreover, their well-controlled shell structures can selectively filter components onto the inner cores, facilitating the operation of tandem reaction steps. This review systematically summarizes the recent progress, synthetic approaches, potential applications, and catalytic mechanism of core/yolk-shell tandem nanoreactors, and discusses the challenges and opportunities in this field.
CHINESE JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Haipeng Zhang, Shiyong Chen, Yuhua Shan, Xiaoqing Qian, Yanju Yang, Juanjuan Wang
Summary: In this research, Fe3O4@SiO2-MnO2 composite material was developed with enhanced adsorption capacity for Pb(II) by adjusting the MnO2 deposition level. The material exhibited stable adsorption behavior and showed potential for removing Pb(II) in water.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yuxi Zhang, Cunli Wang, Yalin Zhao, Zhe Yu, Fengchun Yang, Xin Zhang
Summary: A core-shell structured Co3O4@PPy composite was synthesized for TBHQ determination with remarkable electrochemical properties, wide linear range, low detection limit, good stability, and practical sample detection applicability.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Alexander S. Doroshkevich, Andriy Lyubchyk, Boris L. Oksengendler, Tatyana Yu Zelenyak, Nurbol O. Appazov, Andriy K. Kirillov, Tatyana A. Vasilenko, Alisa A. Tatarinova, Oksana O. Gorban, Viktor Bodnarchuk, Nadejda N. Nikiforova, Maria Balasoiu, Diana M. Mardare, Carmen Mita, Dorin Luca, Matlab N. Mirzayev, Asif A. Nabiyev, Evgeni P. Popov, Anca Stanculescu, Tatyana E. Konstantinova, Yulia Aleksiayenak
Summary: The dimensional effect of electric charge storage was determined for the hydrated ZrO2-nanoparticles system, with a density of up to 270 mu F/g. The study found that the localization of charge carriers occurs at the generalized heterophase boundary-nanoparticles surface. The mechanism of this effect involves the formation of localized electronic states in the nanoparticle material due to donor-acceptor interaction with the adsorption ionic atmosphere. This research is significant for modern nanoelectronics, microsystem technology, and printed electronics.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shunli Wan, Chunlei Yu, Yan Li, Zhongxiang Lu, Yuchen Wang, Yan Wang, Feng He
Summary: The new magnetic hybrid adsorbent Fe3O4@SiO2@MO with a core-shell structure effectively removes Cd(II) and Cu(II) from water due to its special coating structure. The presence of Ca(II) and Mg(II) has little impact on the removal efficiency, and the adsorbent can treat heavy-metal-polluted wastewater effectively in batch experiments.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Paul Boone, Yiwen He, Austin R. Lieber, Janice A. Steckel, Nathaniel L. Rosi, Katherine M. Hornbostel, Christopher E. Wilmer
Summary: In this study, a novel core-shell MOF design strategy is proposed to address the issue of competitive binding between water and CO2 in traditional adsorbents. Through a combination of experimental measurements, computational modeling, and multiphysics modeling, 10 core-shell MOF candidates with superior performance were identified.
Article
Materials Science, Characterization & Testing
Xuebing Hu, Zhiyong Yang, Boshen Yang, Leilei Jiang, Chuanbiao Lu
Summary: In this study, hydrated manganese oxide (HMO) was prepared from waste liquid derived from graphene oxide synthesis using chemical precipitation method. The adsorption characteristics of HMO in removing lead ions from water were investigated. The experimental data fitted well with the pseudo-second-order kinetic model and the Langmuir isotherm model. The maximum adsorption capacities of HMO-1 were found to be 70.897 mg g(-1), 76.660 mg g(-1), and 79.424 mg g(-1) at 298 K, 308 K, and 318 K, respectively. The findings suggest that HMO can be used as an efficient adsorbent material for lead ion removal from water.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shijie Liu, Suping Cui, Hongxia Guo, Yali Wang, Yan Zheng
Summary: The study successfully synthesized hydrated calcium silicate gel with high adsorption performance, demonstrating a high removal rate and stability for lead ions. It could potentially serve as a low-cost, high efficiency, and high stability adsorbent.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xin Zhao, Yanyang Zhang, Siyuan Pan, Xiaolin Zhang, Weiming Zhang, Bingcai Pan
Summary: The study developed a new strategy to enhance phosphate adsorptive removal by immobilizing zirconium oxides nanoparticles onto a gel-type anion exchange resin, denoted as HZO@N201, which exhibited superior phosphate adsorptive capacity and affinity towards phosphate compared to HZO@D201. The results showed that HZO@N201 had smaller particle size and richer surface hydroxyl groups, facilitating phosphate diffusion and inner-sphere complexes formation, leading to enhanced reactivity and effective treatable volume in fixed-bed runs. The gel-type polymeric host was believed to promote the dispersion of smaller nanoparticles and expose more surface hydroxyl groups, offering insights to a new strategy for immobilization of functional nanoparticles for enhanced phosphate removal.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kun Zhou, Boran Wu, Xiaoli Chai, Xiaohu Dai
Summary: PVA/SA-CFZ is a novel absorbent developed by encapsulating nanostructured hydrated ferric-zirconium binary oxide and clinoptilolite in a cross-linked polyvinyl alcohol (PVA)/sodium alginate (SA) matrix. It demonstrates excellent adsorption performance for nitrogen and phosphorus removal over a wide pH range, making it suitable for advanced wastewater treatment applications.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Di Li, Fucheng Guo, Limin Qi
Summary: Precise control over the structure and morphology of plasmonic nanoparticles is important for their desired properties and applications. This study demonstrates the synthesis of arrow-shaped and cuboidal GNA@Ag core-shell nanoparticles, as well as arrow-shaped and cuboidal GNA@AuAg yolk-shell nanoparticles. The arrow-shaped GNA@AuAg yolk-shell nanoparticles show excellent solution-based SERS sensing capability.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jinyang Jiang, Le Guo, Luping Tang, Yu Zhang
Summary: The hydration shell plays a critical role in influencing ion adsorption, with collision of water molecules and energy penalty being key factors.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Manju Kumari Jaiswal, Biswajit Choudhury
Summary: This study reports the hydrothermal fabrication of hydrated hexagonal/orthorhombic mixed-phase WO3 core.shell nanoribbons for the photodegradation of methylene blue. The mixed-phase core.shell exhibits 2.3 times higher photocatalytic activity than monoclinic and hexagonal crystalline phases. Intercalated water, trap states, and prolonged carrier lifetimes play significant roles in enhancing the photocatalytic performance of the hydrated mixed phase.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Fangzhao Pu, Yilu Bai, Jian Lv, Xintian Zhao, Guanchen Wu, Chuncai Kong, Bosen Lei, Xiaojing Zhang, Hong Jin, Zhimao Yang
Summary: This study presents a hierarchical yolk-shell Cu2O@CuO-decorated RGO (YSR) structure with inner hollow and solid features, which shows enhanced electronic and ionic diffusion kinetics, high specific capacity, and excellent rate capability for lithium-ion battery electrodes.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Ke Chen, Linhan Ni, Hao Zhang, Li Li, Xin Guo, Junwen Qi, Yujun Zhou, Zhigao Zhu, Xiuyun Sun, Jiansheng Li
Summary: In this study, core-shell ZIF-8@RF nanofillers were incorporated into 6FDA-Durene and Pebax 1657 via a physical blending approach to form MMMs, which showed outstanding performance for CO2/CH4 separation due to enhanced interfacial compatibility, CO2 affinity, and the intrinsic characteristics of porous ZIF-8. The CO2 permeability and CO2/CH4 selectivity of the MMMs increased significantly compared to the pristine membrane, and the presence of RF layer in ZIF-8@RF MMMs further improved the CO2/CH4 selectivity. Importantly, both MMMs maintained their excellent separation performance even in the presence of moisture.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Anqi Li, Xiaoli Xin, Tingting Zhang, Tao Xu, Luo Li, Chang Liu, Weihua Li, Jiansheng Li, Yi Li, Rui Lu
Summary: In this study, a two-dimensional PA-Ag@C film substrate was fabricated by electrostatic deposition of carbon-coated silver nanoparticles on polyamide films. The substrate shows improved sensitivity and stability in complex water samples by adjusting the pH of the system.
SURFACE AND INTERFACE ANALYSIS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jia Xie, Yingpeng Yang, Hao Zhang, Saisai Chen, Zhengjun Lv, Yujun Zhou, Junwen Qi, Xiuyun Sun, Jiansheng Li
Summary: This study proposes a new method for synthesizing conductive nanofiber ultrafiltration membranes to improve wastewater treatment efficiency. The membrane can effectively remove micro-pollutants and has exceptional sustainability and membrane fouling prevention capability.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ruoyun Lin, Fangjie Lv, Hao Zhang, Yang Li, Jiangang Lu, Jiansheng Li
Summary: This study achieved the simultaneous removal of multiple pollutants from wastewater using the tannic acid/Fe(III)/H2O2 process. It demonstrated enhanced removal performance without pH adjustment by synergizing Fenton oxidation and in-situ coagulation through the bridging effect of tannic acid. This research provides new insights into the advanced treatment of refractory industrial wastewater.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shumin Li, Liang Zhao, Yining Yao, Zhengying Gu, Chao Liu, Wenli Hu, Ye Zhang, Qian Zhao, Chengzhong Yu
Summary: The integration of different types of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) into hybrid MOF-on-MOF heterostructures has been extensively studied to increase the diversity of MOF-on-MOF hybrids. This study reports the structure regulation of MOF-on-MOF hybrids by controlling the nucleation and growth of guest MOFs. By using ZIF-90 as the host and ZIF-8 as the guest, binary ZIF-90@ZIF-8 complexes with different structures were successfully synthesized, enhancing the structural diversity of MOF-on-MOF materials.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tong Bao, Jing Wang, Chao Liu
Summary: This Minireview provides a timely summary of the achievements in epitaxial heterostructure design for electrochemical applications. The synthesis strategies are introduced for creating epitaxial interfaces between different components. The superiorities of epitaxial heterostructures in electrocatalysis, supercapacitors and batteries are highlighted, along with a discussion on the challenges and future prospects of this field.
NANOSCALE ADVANCES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ling Yuan, Chaoqi Zhang, Yingying Zou, Tong Bao, Jing Wang, Cheng Tang, Aijun Du, Chengzhong Yu, Chao Liu
Summary: Constructing MOF-on-MOF heterojunction with elaborate charge transfer and interface can greatly enhance the photocatalytic properties of MOFs. In this study, a Step-scheme (S-scheme) MIL125-NH2@CoFe Prussian blue analogue (PBA) heterojunction was reported for the first time. The designed MOF-on-MOF heterojunction demonstrated significantly enhanced photocatalytic activity for degrading various organic pollutants, which was attributed to the internal electric field and increased active site exposure.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yang Li, Tianzhi Yong, Junwen Qi, Junsheng Wu, Ruoyun Lin, Zihan Chen, Jiansheng Li
Summary: Using hollow mesoporous carbon nanospheres (HMCNs) as flow-electrode can improve the desalination performance of FCDI. HMCNs flow-electrode has good rheological behaviors with increased viscosity, decreased electrical resistance, and enhanced ion diffusion. Compared with activated carbon (AC) and solid mesoporous carbon nanospheres (SMCNs), HMCNs exhibit better desalination performance.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhigao Zhu, Zhu Liu, Guangming Tan, Junwen Qi, Yujun Zhou, Jiansheng Li
Summary: A dual-layer Janus membrane was developed through electrospinning and sequential interfacial polymerization to address the challenges of volatile substance interception and membrane wetting in membrane distillation. The resulting membrane exhibited high flux, salt and phenol rejection, and resistance to wetting and fouling. The sieving mechanism was elucidated and the membrane showed potential for treating complex hypersaline wastewater.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lanyue Qi, Hao Zhang, Chengming Xiao, Linhan Ni, Saisai Chen, Junwen Qi, Yujun Zhou, Zhigao Zhu, Jiansheng Li
Summary: We fabricated a nitrogen-doped titania dioxide/carbon (NTC7) catalyst by pyrolyzing NH2-MIL-125 under a nitrogen atmosphere. The excitation of NTC7 under visible light successfully activated peroxymonosulfate (PMS), resulting in enhanced utilization efficiency of PMS and a degradation rate 2.14 times higher than that of NTC7 + PMS process. The photo-generated electrons from NTC7 played a dominant role in enhancing the productive consumption of PMS.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chaoqi Zhang, Ling Yuan, Chao Liu, Zimeng Li, Yingying Zou, Xinchan Zhang, Yue Zhang, Zhiqiang Zhang, Guangfeng Wei, Chengzhong Yu
Summary: An elaborate design enables the precise control of Zn/Co bimetallic zeolite imidazole frameworks (ZnCo-ZIFs) and makes them excellent 2e-ORR electrocatalysts. The control at both atomic and nano-scale regulates the role of water molecules and adjusts the coordination unsaturation degree of active sites. The optimized ZnCo-ZIF exhibits high 2e(-) selectivity and H2O2 yield, paving a new avenue for the development of multivariate MOFs as advanced 2e-ORR electrocatalysts.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chunhong Xia, Ling Yuan, Hao Song, Chaoqi Zhang, Zimeng Li, Yingying Zou, Jiaxin Li, Tong Bao, Chengzhong Yu, Chao Liu
Summary: Reported here is the spatial specific S-scheme heterojunction design by introducing a novel semiconducting pair with a S-scheme mechanism in a purpose-designed Janus core-shell-structured hollow morphology for photocatalytic oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) and H2O2 production. The TiO2@RF photocatalyst with the spatial specific Janus design shows high H2O2 yield and solar-to-chemical conversion efficiency, surpassing other reported photocatalysts under similar reaction conditions. This work paves the way for the design of next-generation photocatalysts for green synthesis of H2O2 production.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Tingting Zhang, Gongying Wang, Juan Bao, Chang Liu, Weihua Li, Zhe Kong, Xiuyun Sun, Jiansheng Li, Rui Lu
Summary: A highly sensitive method for detecting histamine using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) was developed by combining Fe3O4 and Ag-based SERS nanotags. The method showed good sensitivity and reliability in detecting histamine in fish samples.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ting Li, Jiawei Yang, Yujun Zhou, Yixin Luo, Bo Zhou, Di Fang, Jiansheng Li, Lixiang Zhou
Summary: Bioleaching facilitated by iron-oxidizing bacteria is a promising and cost-effective method for sludge dewatering. Increasing the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) through the introduction of H2O2 can significantly improve dewaterability and shorten the treatment time.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yingying Zou, Chao Liu, Chaoqi Zhang, Ling Yuan, Jiaxin Li, Tong Bao, Guangfeng Wei, Jin Zou, Chengzhong Yu
Summary: Constructing regular three-dimensional structures from two-dimensional nanosheets is challenging but holds great potential for enhancing their functional properties. In this study, the authors synthesized metal-organic frameworks with an orthogonal nanosheet array by epitaxially growing single crystalline nanosheets as shells on a cubic metal-organic framework core. The resulting structure exhibited improved electrocatalytic activity for oxygen evolution compared to conventional nanosheets. The density and size of the nanosheets in the core-shell structure could be adjusted, and metal-organic frameworks with a single composition and hollow orthogonal nanosheet array morphology were also obtained.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shun-Shun Chen, Xu-Xiu Chen, Tian-Yu Yang, Li Chen, Zheng Guo, Xing-Jiu Huang
Summary: A temperature-modulated sensing strategy was proposed to identify and determine BTEX compounds. Highly effective identification of BTEX was achieved using linear discrimination and convolutional neural network analyses. Additionally, quantitative analysis of concentration was accomplished by establishing the relationship between concentration and response.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Myungkyung Noh, Jeong Yeon Sim, Jisung Kim, Jee Hwan Ahn, Hye-Young Min, Jong-Uk Lee, Jong-Sook Park, Ji Yun Jeong, Jae Young Lee, Shin Yup Lee, Hyo-Jong Lee, Choon-Sik Park, Ho-Young Lee
Summary: This study reveals that chronic exposure to PM induces chronic inflammation and development of COPD by dysregulating NAD+ metabolism and subsequent SIRT1 deficiency in pulmonary macrophages. Activation of SIRT1 by resveratrol effectively mitigates PM-induced inflammation and COPD development. Targeting metabolic and epigenetic reprogramming in macrophages induced by PM is a promising strategy for COPD treatment.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yu Liu, Linlin Qin, Yiming Qin, Tong Yang, Haoran Lu, Yulong Liu, Qiqi Zhang, Wenyan Liang
Summary: Co/NC/PAC electrode was prepared by compounding ZIF-67 with powder-activated carbon for the electrocatalytic treatment of nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds. The degradation efficiency of the four compounds reached 90.2-93.7% under optimal conditions, and the degradation order was pyridazine < pyrimidine < pyrazine < pyridine.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Julien Couturier, Pierre Tamba Oulare, Blanche Collin, Claire Lallemand, Isabelle Kieffer, Julien Longerey, Perrine Chaurand, Jerome Rose, Daniel Borschneck, Bernard Angeletti, Steven Criquet, Renaud Podor, Hamed Pourkhorsandi, Guilhem Arrachart, Clement Levard
Summary: This study analyzes the properties of bauxite residue samples and explores the influence of bauxite ore origin, storage conditions, and storage time. The results show that the speciation of yttrium is related to the origin of bauxite ore, while no significant variation was observed with storage conditions or aging of the residues.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Sakthinarenderan Saikumar, Ravi Mani, Mirunalini Ganesan, Inbakandan Dhinakarasamy, Thavamani Palanisami, Dharani Gopal
Summary: Microplastic contamination in marine ecosystems poses a growing concern due to its trophic transfer and negative effects on marine organisms. This study investigates the transfer and impacts of polystyrene microplastics in an estuarine food chain. The results show that microplastics can be transferred through the food chain, although the transfer rates are low. The exposed organisms exhibit stress responses, suggesting the potential risk of microplastics reaching humans through the food chain.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Yan-Jiao Li, Ying Yuan, Wen-Bing Tan, Bei-Dou Xi, Hui Wang, Kun-Long Hui, Jia-Bao Chen, Yi-Fan Zhang, Lian-Feng Wang, Ren-Fei Li
Summary: This review investigated and analyzed the distribution, composition, and abundance of heavy metals and antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in landfill. The results showed that heavy metals have lasting effects on ARGs, and complexes of heavy metals and organic matter are common in landfill. This study provides a new basis to better understand the horizontal gene transfer (HGT) of ARGs in landfill.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jessy Joseph, Ari Vaisanen, Ajay B. Patil, Manu Lahtinen
Summary: Efficient and environmentally friendly porous hybrid adsorbent beads have been developed for the removal of arsenic from drinking water. The structural tuning of the adsorbents has been shown to have a significant impact on their adsorption performance, with high crystallinity leading to increased adsorption capacity and selectivity towards As5+.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yangyang Liu, Minhua Xiao, Kaiqin Huang, Juntao Cui, Hongli Liu, Yingxin Yu, Shengtao Ma, Xihong Liu, Meiqing Lin
Summary: This study measured the levels of phthalate metabolites in breast milk collected from mothers in southern China. The results showed that phthalates are still prevalent in the region, and breastfeeding contributes to phthalate intake in infants. However, the levels detected do not pose significant health risks to infants based on dietary exposure. The increasing exposure to certain phthalates calls for further research into their sources and potential risks.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhiqiang Wu, Jianxing Sun, Liting Xu, Hongbo Zhou, Haina Cheng, Zhu Chen, Yuguang Wang, Jichao Yang
Summary: Ocean depth affects microbial diversity, composition, and co-occurrence patterns of microplastic microbial communities. Deterministic processes dominate the assembly of mesopelagic plastisphere microbial communities, while stochastic processes shape the assembly of bathypelagic microbial communities. The relationships between microorganisms in the mesopelagic layer are more complex and stable, with Proteobacteria and Actinobacteriota playing important roles.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tingting Xiao, Renjie Chen, Chen Cai, Shijie Yuan, Xiaohu Dai, Bin Dong, Zuxin Xu
Summary: Based on the efficiency of catalytic ozonation techniques in enhancing sludge dewaterability, this study investigated its effectiveness in simultaneous reduction of antibiotics and antibiotic resistance genes. The results showed that catalytic ozonation conditioning changed the distribution of antibiotics and achieved high degradation rates. It also significantly reduced the abundance of ARGs, inhibited horizontal gene transfer, and decreased the signal transduction of typical ARGs host bacteria.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yang Deng, Xiaohong Guan
Summary: This article discusses two different development approaches for ferrate(VI) technology in water treatment, arguing that process integration is a promising method that can drive technological innovation and revolution in water treatment, achieving higher treatment efficiency, reduced costs and energy consumption, and a smaller physical footprint.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhe Zhang, Lu Zhang, Zhihao Huang, Yuxin Xu, Qingqing Zhao, Hongju Wang, Meiqing Shi, Xiangnan Li, Kai Jiang, Dapeng Wu
Summary: In this study, a floating catalytic foam was designed and prepared to enhance the mass transfer in immobilized photocatalysts for wastewater treatment. The floating catalytic foam could float on the water surface and establish a temperature gradient, effectively promoting the diffusion and adsorption of target molecules during the photocatalytic process.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Muhammad Nafees, Adiba Khan Sehrish, Sarah Owdah Alomrani, Linlin Qiu, Aasim Saeed, Shoaib Ahmad, Shafaqat Ali, Hongyan Guo
Summary: The accumulation of cadmium and antibiotics in edible plants and fertile soil is a worldwide problem. This study investigated the potential of zinc oxide nanoparticles to alleviate the toxicity of both cadmium and antibiotics and promote spinach growth.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lurui Wan, Kai Wang, Yuan Chen, Zhiyong Xu, Wenbo Zhao
Summary: In this study, a low viscosity and high thermal stability SO2 absorbent with dual interacting sites was successfully synthesized. The absorbent showed the highest absorption enthalpy change and entropy change values among reported SO2 absorbents, and exhibited lower viscosity and comparable thermal stability to ILs.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhengwei Zhou, Guojie Ye, Yang Zong, Zhenyu Zhao, Deli Wu
Summary: This study utilized Mo powder and STPP to enhance the performance of the sodium percarbonate system in pollutant degradation. The presence of Mo and STPP resulted in a higher degradation rate of the model pollutant SMX, with low oxidant consumption. The system generated multiple active species through a series of chain reactions at different pH values, exhibiting excellent performance towards electron-rich pollutants. Furthermore, Mo demonstrated excellent stability and reusability.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
