Article
Environmental Sciences
Abrar Muhammad, Xiaoxia Zhou, Jintao He, Nan Zhang, Xiaoqiang Shen, Chao Sun, Bing Yan, Yongqi Shao
Summary: The study found that exposure to polystyrene microplastics and nanoplastics had different effects on silkworms. Microplastics induced a stronger immune response, while nanoplastics had more of an inhibitory response. Silkworms exposed to microplastics showed better survival rates when infected with pathogens, while those exposed to nanoplastics had significantly higher mortality.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2021)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Danlian Huang, Jiaxi Tao, Min Cheng, Rui Deng, Sha Chen, Lingshi Yin, Ruijin Li
Summary: Plastic pollution is a major environmental issue globally, with current research mainly focusing on microplastics/nanoplastics in individual environments, neglecting the interconnected nature of the natural environment. The transport of microplastics/nanoplastics among different environments and their impact on organisms are crucial research areas that require urgent attention.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Microbiology
Ayodeji Amobonye, Prashant Bhagwat, Sindhu Raveendran, Suren Singh, Santhosh Pillai
Summary: The distribution of miniaturized plastic particles, including microplastics and nanoplastics, in various ecosystems is a major environmental concern due to their unique properties and potential toxic effects. These particles can release toxic additives, adsorb chemicals, and pose a danger for trophic transfer to higher animals. Efforts to mitigate these impacts include understanding their sources, properties, and detrimental effects on habitats, as well as exploring self-cleaning mechanisms through saprophytic organisms.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Likun Gao, Xi Xiong, Chen Chen, Pengcheng Luo, Jing Li, Xiang Gao, Lizhi Huang, Lili Li
Summary: Nanoplastics and microplastics have different impacts on reproductive toxicity in mice, with microplastics causing more severe reproductive toxicity, including spermatogenesis disorders, oxidative stress, and testis inflammation. Transmission electron microscopy revealed different effects of the two types of plastics on different cell types. Transcriptomic sequencing analysis provided insights into the differential effects of nanoplastics and microplastics on cellular processes.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2023)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Carlos David Grande-Tovar, Domingo Cesar Carrascal-Hernandez, Jorge Trilleras, Katelediana Mora, Victoria A. Arana
Summary: Microplastics and nanoplastics have negative impacts on the environment and human health, and their interactions with microorganisms have various effects. More research is needed on biodegradable alternatives. China, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany lead the scientific production in this field, but large-scale pilot studies in the environment are lacking. Increased research funding from governments and collaboration among universities, institutes, and industries are required to find alternative pathways for MP/NP degradation and standardize extraction and characterization methods.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Minh Ky Nguyen, Mohammed Hadi, Chitsan Lin, Hoang-Lam Nguyen, Vu -Binh Thai, Hong-Giang Hoang, Dai-Viet N. Vo, Huu-Tuan Tran
Summary: Microplastic pollution is a global challenge due to its long-term accumulation in the environment, causing adverse effects on human health and the ecosystem. Sludge from wastewater treatment plants serves as a critical source of microplastic contamination, while adsorption, advanced oxidation processes, and membrane bioreactors are effective technologies to address this issue.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jiehong He, Lanfang Han, Weiwei Ma, Liying Chen, Chuanxin Ma, Chao Xu, Zhifeng Yang
Summary: This study presents a promising approach to alleviate microplastics pollution by developing an amorphous alloy/photocatalyst composite (FeB/TiO2) that can convert polystyrene particles into clean H-2 fuel and valuable organic compounds.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Ondrej Pencik, Michaela Durdakova, Katarina Molnarova, Attila Kucsera, Daniel Klofac, Martina Kolackova, Vojtech Adam, Dalibor Huska
Summary: Plastic pollution poses a serious risk to the environment, as it enters rivers and eventually reaches the oceans where it forms microplastics and nanoplastics. These particles become more toxic as they interact with environmental pollutants. In vitro studies on microplastics and nanoplastics often fail to consider environmentally relevant microorganisms and other factors that can affect their effects on living systems. This article summarizes the latest findings on microplastics and nanoplastics in the environment and proposes recommendations for future in vitro experiments.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jacky Bhagat, Norihiro Nishimura, Yasuhito Shimada
Summary: This review provides the current state of knowledge on the toxicological interaction of microplastics/nanoplastics with other environmental contaminants, focusing on the types of interactions and the depth of mechanistic understanding. It points out the lack of research in certain areas related to heavy metals and chemicals. Recommendations are made for considering environmental factors in future studies.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Kai Yin, Yu Wang, Hongjing Zhao, Dongxu Wang, Menghao Guo, Mengyao Mu, Yachen Liu, Xiaopan Nie, Baoying Li, Jingyan Li, Mingwei Xing
Summary: Plastic, with its excellent physical and chemical properties and low cost, has replaced some of the traditional materials like stone, wood, and metal, but improper handling and the inability to degrade have led to it becoming a serious environmental issue. Current research on microplastics focuses on transport, bioaccumulation, and toxicity, with a common approach treating microplastics and nanoplastics as a whole, overlooking their differences in toxicity.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Qiongjie Wang, Jinxiaoxue Wang, Huijuan Chen, Yangyang Zhang
Summary: This study investigated the toxicity of cadmium combined with microplastics and nanoplastics on freshwater algae and found that compound pollution had stronger toxicity and nanoplastics had a protective effect on the algae. In addition, compound pollution also stimulated the production of microcystin.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Javad Bazeli, Zarrin Banikazemi, Michael R. R. Hamblin, Reza Sharafati Chaleshtori
Summary: Nanoplastics (NPs) and microplastics (MPs) made of polystyrene (PS) can be toxic to humans, especially when ingested. They can cause various adverse effects, but limited information is available on how probiotics may protect against PS toxicity. However, studies suggest that probiotics can overcome the toxicity of polystyrene nanoplastics and microplastics in humans, although more research is needed before clinical recommendations can be made.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Olubukola S. Alimi, Dominique Claveau-Mallet, Rafael S. Kurusu, Mathieu Lapointe, Stephane Bayen, Nathalie Tufenkji
Summary: Most studies on microplastics have been conducted using pristine particles, neglecting the effects of weathering. Current weathering protocols are not sufficient for microplastics research. There is a need to use environmentally relevant microplastics and critically assess the appropriateness of weathering methods in future research efforts.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Julien Gigault, Hind El Hadri, Brian Nguyen, Bruno Grassl, Laura Rowenczyk, Nathalie Tufenkji, Siyuan Feng, Mark Wiesner
Summary: Nanoplastics have unique characteristics compared to microplastics and engineered nanomaterials, including transportation properties, interactions with natural colloids and light, high proportion of particle molecules on the surface, bioavailability, and diffusion times for plastic additives release. Nanoscale plastics must be considered distinct from both microplastics and engineered nanomaterials.
NATURE NANOTECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Reza Pashaei, Reda Dzingeleviciene, Ieva Putna-Nimane, Donata Overlinge, Agata Blaszczyk, Tony R. Walker
Summary: We evaluated the acute toxicity of triclosan, caffeine, nanoplastics, microplastics, and their combinations on Daphnia magna. However, limitations of this study included the use of a single species, acute toxicity testing instead of chronic toxicity testing, examination of single substances and their mixtures, and laboratory conditions that may not represent real-world scenarios. Our results showed that triclosan was more toxic than caffeine, and nanoplastics were more toxic than microplastics. Combining triclosan with nanoplastics or microplastics resulted in varying mortality rates, with higher rates at higher concentrations. Similar results were observed with caffeine, nanoplastics, and microplastics mixtures. These findings indicate the potential hazards of these pollutants to marine ecosystems and highlight the need for further studies to understand chronic effects, interactive effects of multiple substances, and the impact under more environmentally relevant conditions.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Pengfei Wu, Hongna Zhang, Narendra Singh, Yuanyuan Tang, Zongwei Cai
Summary: Microplastics have become a global emerging contaminant, with their potential risks in intertidal zones analyzed in this review. The study highlights the role of intertidal zones in the accumulation and transportation of microplastics, emphasizing the threat they pose to ecosystems. Additionally, the increase in discarded personal protective equipment during COVID-19 has raised concerns about pollution in intertidal zones and the potential for disease spread through contaminated plastics.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hangbiao Jin, Dan Yang, Pengfei Wu, Meirong Zhao
Summary: Psychoactive substances are widely present in the environment at low concentrations, potentially causing ecological risks. Some research areas, such as standardized analytical methods and a lacking risk evaluation system due to insufficient toxicity data, need to be modernized for improvement.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pengfei Wu, Jiangpeng Li, Xiao Lu, Yuanyuan Tang, Zongwei Cai
Summary: Mechanical abrasion of discarded face masks can release microfibers, with surgical masks releasing the most. The length of released microfibers mainly falls in the range of 0.1-1 mm, but smaller fibers can also be present in sediment environments.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Peisi Xie, Jinghui Zhang, Pengfei Wu, Yongjiang Wu, Yanjun Hong, Jianing Wang, Zongwei Cai
Summary: In this study, the differences in lipid metabolism and distribution among 2D cancer cells, multicellular tumor spheroids (MCTS), and solid tumors were explored. The results showed that MCTS had more shared lipid species with solid tumors compared to 2D cells. In addition, MCTS exhibited more similar characteristics to solid tumors in terms of lipid abundance and spatial distribution. This study provides evidence that MCTS are a more suitable in vitro model for mimicking solid tumors and can contribute to the understanding of tumor metabolism and microenvironment.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Guodong Cao, Wei Wang, Jing Zhang, Pengfei Wu, Xingchen Zhao, Zhu Yang, Di Hu, Zongwei Cai
Summary: The study found that rubber-derived quinones are widely present in urban environments and are closely related to human activities. One of the identified quinones was found to be highly toxic to coho salmon. Mass spectrometry and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry were used to investigate the distribution and concentration of these compounds. The results showed that the quinones had distinct distribution and concentration patterns in different environments. The estimated daily intake of these compounds by the population in Hong Kong exceeded the exposure levels of their parent compounds. Therefore, further toxicological studies are recommended to explore the potential ecological and human health risks of these newly discovered quinones.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hongmei Hu, Hangbiao Jin, Tiejun Li, Yuanming Guo, Pengfei Wu, Kaida Xu, Wenbin Zhu, Yanqiu Zhou, Meirong Zhao
Summary: This study collected seawater and surface sediment samples from the East China Sea to investigate the spatial distribution, partitioning behaviors, and ecological risks of short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs). The results show that SCCPs at current levels posed no significant ecological risk.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yun Zhao, Wenqi Liu, Jianli Qu, Shilei Hu, Li Zhang, Meirong Zhao, Pengfei Wu, Jing Xue, Jin Hangbiao
Summary: This study conducted in Hangzhou, China, analyzed nine PFASs in human serum and investigated their association with the risk of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The results showed significant correlations between certain PFASs concentrations and specific immune marker levels, suggesting that exposure to PFASs may increase the risk of RA in adults.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jianli Qu, Yun Zhao, Li Zhang, Shilei Hu, Kaizhen Liao, Meirong Zhao, Pengfei Wu, Hangbiao Jin
Summary: This study found that PFAAs are widely present in human blood and have toxic effects on the human body. The study analyzed serum samples from both healthy individuals and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients in Hangzhou, China and found a correlation between PFAA exposure and the risk of developing RA. Specifically, higher concentrations of PFOA were associated with an increased risk of RA, as well as elevated levels of rheumatoid factors and anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide antibody.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Wei Wang, Guodong Cao, Jing Zhang, Yanyan Chen, Zhifeng Chen, Zenghua Qi, Ruijin Li, Chuan Dong, Zongwei Cai
Summary: The study revealed the presence of PPD-derived quinones in the fine particulate matter of two Chinese megacities, possibly originating from vehicle emissions. The estimated exposure levels suggest that the exposure caused by novel PPD-Qs may have been overlooked.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jianli Qu, Pengfei Wu, Guojun Pan, Jiangpeng Li, Hangbiao Jin
Summary: This study examined the presence of microplastics (MPs) in seawater, sediment, and organism samples collected from Hangzhou Bay. The study found that MPs are widely present in global oceans and pose a threat to marine organisms. The predominant shape of MPs was fiber, and the major polymer composition varied depending on the material. The abundance of MPs in marine organisms varied depending on the species but was not significantly correlated with the trophic level. This comprehensive study contributes to a better understanding of the environmental behaviors of MPs in estuarine sea environments.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jianqiang Zhu, Xingqing Zhang, Kaizhen Liao, Pengfei Wu, Hangbiao Jin
Summary: This study found differences in the abundance and characteristics of microplastics in dust samples from different indoor environments. Residential apartments had the highest microplastic content, with fiber being the predominant shape. Infants had the highest daily intake of microplastics through the inhalation of indoor dust.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Siyi Lin, Hongna Zhang, Chen Wang, Xiu-Li Su, Yuanyuan Song, Pengfei Wu, Zhu Yang, Ming-Hung Wong, Zongwei Cai, Chunmiao Zheng
Summary: Plastic debris in the global biosphere is a growing concern, with the toxicity of nanoplastic (NPs) in humans not yet fully understood. This study investigates the impact of 80 nm NPs on mitochondrial functions and metabolic pathways in human liver and lung cells. The results show that NPs can enter the cells and cause mitochondrial damage, leading to altered mitochondrial functions and metabolic toxicity. Liver cells are more vulnerable to NP exposure compared to lung cells. This study provides insights into the potential adverse effects of NP-induced mitochondrial dysfunction on human health.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zhenxing Chi, Hongwei Lin, Xiaodan Wang, Xuanlin Meng, Jieqiong Zhou, Li Xiang, Guodong Cao, Pengfei Wu, Zongwei Cai, Xingchen Zhao
Summary: This study aims to investigate the immunotoxic effect and mechanism of dimethyl phthalate (DMP) on blood immune system. The results showed that DMP caused oxidative damage in rats, suppressed immune defense, and disrupted inflammatory regulation, leading to significantly decreased blood cell counts and disordered antibody and cytokine secretion. Flow cytometry revealed a positive correlation between DMP exposure level and apoptosis/necrosis in lymphocytes, especially CD3(+)CD4(+)T cells. Transcriptomics uncovered an oxidative stress-related mechanism.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Guodong Cao, Jing Zhang, Wei Wang, Pengfei Wu, Yi Ru, Zongwei Cai
Summary: This article reviews the current status of mass spectrometry (MS) as an important tool for analyzing 6PPD-quinone. It introduces new strategies and improvements for MS data acquisition and the synergistic use of chromatographic techniques. The technical differences between currently available methods are summarized, and the utility of MS-based methods in investigating the toxicological effects of 6PPD-quinone is highlighted.
TRAC-TRENDS IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
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)