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Thermodynamics
Yuan Jiang, Peijie Zong, Bin Tian, Xue Ming, Fanfan Xu, Yuanyu Tian, Yingyun Qiao, Dawei Li, Qingshuo Song, Qiankun Yu
Summary: Studying the pyrolysis behavior of the saturate component in coal, which mainly consists of volatile substances, through the combined utilization of TG-FTIR and Py-GC/MS revealed a free radical reaction mechanism. The research provides a methodological model for exploring other group components and reveals specific details about the pyrolysis of coal.
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Thermodynamics
Wenwen Kong, Boxiong Shen, Jiao Ma, Jia Kong, Shuo Feng, Zhuozhi Wang, Lifu Xiong
Summary: The pyrolysis characteristics of Spirulina platensis, Tetradesmus obliquus, and Chlorella vulgaris were investigated by various techniques. The elemental and biochemical composition of different microalgae influenced their pyrolysis behavior. The pyrolysis process of the three microalgae could be divided into several stages, and the major reaction occurred at a certain temperature range. Different products and activation energies were observed for each microalgae. The pyrolysis of Spirulina platensis produced more CO2 and compounds containing C=O bonds, while Tetradesmus obliquus and Chlorella vulgaris produced slightly higher levels of hydrocarbons.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yan Yang, Shin Ying Foong, Peter Nai Yuh Yek, Abdallah A. A. Mohammed, Meenaksi Verma, Hui Suan Ng, Sang-Chul Jung, Yifeng He, Wanxi Peng, Su Shiung Lam
Summary: This study aims to convert and reuse shellfish waste (SW) by performing pyrolysis to transform it into value-added products. The findings indicate that SW is not suitable for direct use as fuel due to its low high calorific value, but can be transformed into valuable chemicals through pyrolysis. These findings are significant for advancing sustainable waste management strategies and utilizing waste materials in various industries.
SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY AND PHARMACY
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Zhi Wang, Yuechi Che, Jian Li, Wenzhu Wu, Beibei Yan, Yingxiu Zhang, Xutong Wang, Fan Yu, Guanyi Chen, Xiaoyu Zuo, Xiujin Li
Summary: This study investigated the effects of anaerobic digestion pretreatment on the pyrolysis characteristics of Sargassum. The results showed that increasing the anaerobic digestion duration decreased the content of extract and cellulose, while increasing the content of lignin in Sargassum. The fiber crystallinity and specific surface area of Sargassum were increased due to changes in chemical composition. Anaerobic digestion also affected the gaseous and liquid products of pyrolysis, enhancing the thermal stability of Sargassum. The composition and structure of the biomass were altered, affecting the quality of the pyrolytic products.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ziyi Ding, Huashan Chen, Jingyong Liu, Haiming Cai, Fatih Evrendilek, Musa Buyukada
Summary: This study characterized the pyrolysis process of medical plastic wastes through TG-FTIR and Py-GC/MS analyses, finding that medical bottles showed better pyrolysis performance with lower residue content.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
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Chemistry, Analytical
Jiuling Yang, Haoliang Wang, Wei Huang, Xiaofeng Peng, Bo Yuan, Yuqi Hu
Summary: This study analyzes the pyrolysis characteristics and gas evolution behavior of forest duff under different heating rates and pyrolysis temperatures. The research reveals the decomposition temperature ranges of different components in forest duff and identifies the main functional groups and volatile products produced during pyrolysis. The study also emphasizes the importance of considering heating rate and pyrolysis temperature in the development of bioenergy and value-added chemicals from forest duff.
JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL AND APPLIED PYROLYSIS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Peng Ling, Jun Xu, Tao Liu, Xiaoxue An, Xin Wang, Mohamed E. Mostafa, Hengda Han, Kai Xu, Long Jiang, Yi Wang, Sheng Su, Song Hu, Jun Xiang
Summary: This study investigated the pyrolysis kinetics and pyrolytic products distribution of coal slime and compared it with raw coal. The results showed that the pyrolysis of coal slime consists of three reaction stages, with the decomposition of volatiles as the main stage. The presence of inorganic minerals significantly influenced the pyrolysis reaction, and the alkene content of pyrolysis products decreased while the contents of CO2 and aromatics increased in coal slime compared to raw coal. These findings provide theoretical and practical guidance for the efficient thermochemical conversion and utilization of coal slime.
JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL AND APPLIED PYROLYSIS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Jiangfei Duan, Shengxia Feng, Weilong He, Rui Li, Peng Zhang, Yu Zhang
Summary: The manuscript utilized TG-FTIR, Py-GC/MS, and kinetic models to study the pyrolysis characteristics of electrolytic manganese residue. The pyrolysis process was divided into five stages, each with different kinetic mechanisms and released gases, with NH3, CO2, and SO2 as the major gases. The intermediate product of CO was unstable and participated in reactions promoting the formation of CO2 and SO2.
JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL AND APPLIED PYROLYSIS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Yansheng Huang, Daniel Takyi Sekyere, Jinhong Zhang, Yuanyu Tian
Summary: The fast pyrolysis behavior of mushroom bran (MB) and corn straw (CS) with high ash and high nitrogen content was studied using high heating rate TG-FTIR and PyGC/MS. The study found that at higher heating rates, there is an overlap of the decomposition of starch and hemicellulose, potentially promoting the formation of furan and furfural. Nitrogen tends to migrate from hydrogen cyanide to NH3 before 450 degrees C. Deoxidation and denitrification primarily occur between the pyrolysis temperature range of 300 degrees C to 350 degrees C. Staged pyrolysis interrupts the oil's continuous deoxidation process, and it reduces the selectivity of aldehydes and ketones in MB and CS pyrolysis. This study provides detailed pyrolysis characteristics for high nitrogen and ash content biomass.
JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL AND APPLIED PYROLYSIS
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Jiaqing Zhang, Yi Guo, Long Shi, Qiang Liu, Shixiong Jiang, Yaoqiang Li, Kaiyuan Li
Summary: This study investigates the pyrolysis characteristics of transformer insulating paperboard (TIPB) using thermogravimetric analysis. The results show that the pyrolysis temperature and residue yield of TIPB are influenced by its composition. FTIR analysis reveals the presence of CO2, H2O, and functional groups containing C=C and C=O bonds in the pyrolysis products. Py-GC/MS and FTIR results further provide insights into the types of compounds present in TIPB.
JOURNAL OF THERMAL ANALYSIS AND CALORIMETRY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Langui Xu, Yujian Zhang, Ziyong Wang, Shurui Guo, Yongxing Hao, Yuguo Gao, Min Xin, Yi Ran, Shuxun Li, Rui Ji, Hongmei Li, Huixia Jiang, Qingyan He, Ruyi Huang
Summary: This study investigates the pyrolysis performances and reaction kinetics of pine needles using thermogravimetric analysis, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, and pyrolysis-gas chromatography/mass spectrometry. It was found that pine needles showed higher pyrolysis efficiency at lower heating rates, while increased heating rates promoted the reaction. The activation energies of hemicellulose, cellulose, and lignin were calculated to be 156, 165, and 172 kJ/mol, respectively, using the King-Kai method. The main pyrolytic by-products identified were hydrocarbons, phenols, alcohols, ketones, and aldehydes. This study demonstrates the significant potential of pine needles as a suitable source for bioenergy.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Vikranth Volli, Anjani Ravi Kiran Gollakota, Chi-Min Shu
Summary: This study compared the thermochemical behavior and composition of degradation products among cellulose, lignin, and agricultural residues through various analytical methods. The results showed distinct differences in the pyrolysis behavior of these biomass components, highlighting the influence at optimized temperatures for higher selectivity of value-added chemicals and bioenergy.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Vikranth Volli, Ravi Varma, Debalaxmi Pradhan, Achyut Kumar Panda, Raghubansh Kumar Singh, Chi -Min Shu
Summary: This study investigated the pyrolysis process of Simal cotton seeds, a non-edible biomass feedstock, including the kinetics, thermodynamics, and product analysis. The active pyrolysis region was found to be between 220 and 600 degrees C, with peak temperatures around 338.1-362.4 degrees C. The degradation of hemicellulose and cellulose was observed at temperatures below 300 degrees C and in the range of 300-400 degrees C, respectively. The composition of evolved mixed gases and functional groups was analyzed, and the order of volatile pyrolysis products was determined using Py-GC/MS.
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES AND ASSESSMENTS
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Fangyu Fan, Zongling Yang, Xianjun Xing
Summary: Corn straw, as a large-yield agricultural waste, can be thermochemically treated for comprehensive utilization. Advanced techniques like TG-FTIR and TG-GC/MS were used to analyze the pyrolysis process more clearly. Results showed that the pyrolysis of corn straw leads to the production of various volatile organic compounds, with significant changes in composition at different temperatures.
JOURNAL OF THERMAL ANALYSIS AND CALORIMETRY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lu Tian, Tingting Liu, Jinzhong Yang, Haoyue Yang, Zewei Liu, Youcai Zhao, Qifei Huang, Zechun Huang
Summary: The pyrolysis behaviors of waste solvent-based automotive paint sludge (OAPS) and water-based automotive paint sludge (WAPS) were quantified using TG-FTIR and Py-GC/MS analyses. The pyrolysis kinetics and reaction mechanisms were investigated using FWO, KAS, and master-plots method. The main pyrolysis reaction mechanisms of both OAPS and WAPS matched with 3rd and 2nd order random nucleation model. The evolved gas species and pyrolysis products were identified using TG-FTIR and Py-GC/MS techniques.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Jiawei Fu, Jingyong Liu, Weijie Xu, Zhibin Chen, Fatih Evrendilek, Shuiyu Sun
Summary: The study demonstrates that torrefaction pretreatment can improve the efficiency of coffee grounds pyrolysis, decrease activation energy, and promote the generation of C=C. The optimal conditions are pyrolysis temperature > 600 degrees C and torrefaction temperature <= 270 degrees C. Different torrefaction temperatures have an impact on the composition ratio of bio-oils, with 200 and 250 degrees C potentially being more suitable for the torrefaction of coffee grounds.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaojie Tang, Xi Chen, Yao He, Fatih Evrendilek, Zhiyun Chen, Jingyong Liu
Summary: The study compared the co-pyrolysis of textile dyeing sludge and waste shared bike tires, finding that co-pyrolysis can reduce waste emissions and recover valuable oils and chars, with TP55 showing the best performance.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zhiyun Chen, Jingyong Liu, Huashan Chen, Ziyi Ding, Xiaojie Tang, Fatih Evrendilek
Summary: This study investigated the combustion performance and mechanism of Chinese medicine residues in different atmospheres. The results showed that Chinese medicine residues performed better in air atmosphere than in oxy-fuel atmosphere, with the increasing oxygen fraction improving oxy-fuel combustion performance. The ash composition in oxy-fuel atmosphere mainly consisted of calcium carbonate and calcium hydroxyphosphate.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xieyuan Wu, Jingyong Liu, Zebin Wei, Zihong Chen, Fatih Evrendilek, Wenxiao Huang
Summary: This study investigates the co-combustion characteristics of Sedum alfredii Hance biomass and textile dyeing sludge, and finds that oxy-fuel atmosphere can effectively reduce waste emissions. The research provides practical insights for sustainable waste-to-energy conversion.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jinwen Hu, Yueyao Song, Jingyong Liu, Fatih Evrendilek, Gang Zhang, Mingzhong Ren, Wuming Xie, Shuiyu Sun
Summary: The emission-to-ash desulfurization and full waste circularity can be improved by selecting the appropriate wastes and operational conditions. This study proposes a new combination of textile dyeing sludge (TDS), bamboo residues (BR), torrefaction, and oxy-fuel atmosphere to enhance co-combustion performance and reduce SO2 emissions. The findings provide practical insights into sustainable, efficient, and clean co-combustion and energy utilization.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ziyi Ding, Zihong Chen, Jingyong Liu, Fatih Evrendilek, Yao He, Wuming Xie
Summary: The co-combustion of waste plastics and textile dyeing sludge can enhance circular economies, energy recovery, and pollution control. The interaction between plastics and TDS optimized combustion effects, releasing more CO2 but reducing emissions of CH4, C-H, and C-O.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Hongyi Huang, Jingyong Liu, Hui Liu, Fatih Evrendilek, Gang Zhang, Yao He
Summary: This study explored the co-combustion performance of textile dyeing sludge and waste biochar and found a synergy effect between them at temperatures ranging from 530 to 700 degrees Celsius. Adding 40% waste biochar reduced SO2 emission but increased NO emission. The addition of waste biochar also inhibited the formation of certain pollutants while promoting the decomposition of others. There were also changes in the main mineral phases of the bottom slags.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Huihuang Zou, Shengzheng Huang, Mingzhong Ren, Jingyong Liu, Fatih Evrendilek, Wuming Xie, Gang Zhang
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the co-pyrolytic synergistic effects of textile dyeing sludge (TDS) and waste biochar (WBC) for optimal resource utilization and environmental mitigation. Results showed a strong synergistic effect between TDS and WBC in the presence of CO2, particularly between 800 and 900 degrees C. Increasing the TDS fraction led to a significant reduction in NH3 emissions. Co-pyrolysis transformed certain harmful compounds into more stable forms and inhibited the formation of S-containing compounds.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mehmet Aydin, Fatih Evrendilek, Ismail Erkan Aydin, Seckin Aydin Savas, Deniz Eren Evrendilek
Summary: This study estimated the transport dynamics of SARS-CoV-2-laden droplets with diameters ranging from 1 to 500 μm at wind speeds from 1 to 4 m/s. The study found that the size of the droplet, wind speed, and falling time influenced the transport distance of the virus. Smaller droplets evaporated and settled faster than larger ones, and larger droplets did not remain suspended in the air under windy conditions.
AIR QUALITY ATMOSPHERE AND HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xieyuan Wu, Zhiliang Chen, Jingyong Liu, Zebin Wei, Zihong Chen, Fatih Evrendilek, Shuiyu Sun, Zhibin Chen
Summary: This study investigates the enrichment rates and speciation distributions of Zn and Cd, as well as the behaviors of Cl and S, during the co-combustion of a hyperaccumulator of Zn and Cd and textile dyeing sludge. The study reveals that temperature and atmosphere changes affect the transformations of Zn and Cd, and Cl and S indirectly affect the migrations of Zn and Cd. The study also proposes optimal settings for stabilizing Zn and Cd with an acceptable risk.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Junhui Zhang, Jiacong Chen, Jingyong Liu, Fatih Evrendilek, Gang Zhang, Zhibin Chen, Shengzheng Huang, Shuiyu Sun
Summary: The co-combustion of textile dyeing sludge (TDS) and cattle manure (CM) can enhance resource circularity and pollution control. However, the migration and transformation behaviors of ashes during this process are still unclear. This study used thermogravimetric experiments and thermodynamic simulations to investigate the transformation and migration of co-combustion ashes and the interactions involved. The addition of TDS increased the environmental safety of Ni and Cr by transforming them from extractable form to stable form. P dominated S in the reaction with Ca, promoting the emission of S-containing gases and the generation of apatite P. The reactions between minerals in CM and Ca in TDS resulted in the formation of calcium silicate, reducing the S-fixation ability of Ca and increasing the emission of S-containing gases. These findings provide insights into the interactions among minerals, heavy metals, and specific elements, and their impact on pollutant emissions, thus enhancing pollution control strategies.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zihong Chen, Jingyong Liu, Xieyuan Wu, Weizhen Liu, Gang Zhang, Fatih Evrendilek, Guang Sun
Summary: This study explored the synergistic co-disposal and co-circularity of spent pot lining and food waste shells in an eco-friendly way. The results showed that food waste shells effectively reduced fluorine emissions and met Chinese standards. This provides a feasible solution for waste disposal.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zhibin Chen, Zhiliang Chen, Jingyong Liu, Ping Zhuang, Fatih Evrendilek, Shengzheng Huang, Tao Chen, Wuming Xie, Yao He, Shuiyu Sun
Summary: This study investigated the co-combustion of aboveground and belowground biomass of Pfaffia glomerata with pulverized coal. The results showed that the mixtures of 30% aboveground biomass and 70% coal and 10% belowground biomass and 90% coal exhibited the strongest co-combustion synergy, reducing dependence on fossil fuels and stabilizing heavy metals in ash.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jiawei Fu, Xijian Wu, Jingyong Liu, Fatih Evrendilek, Tao Chen, Wuming Xie, Weijie Xu, Yao He
Summary: Co-pyrolysis of spent coffee grounds and polyethylene can reduce waste streams and pollution, while valorizing energy and by-products. The co-pyrolysis performance is influenced by temperature and blend ratio. The study revealed that co-pyrolysis consists of two stages, the degradation of spent coffee grounds followed by the depolymerization of polyethylene and lignin. The products of co-pyrolysis include a variety of oxygen-containing compounds, and CP73 showed the highest yields of hydrocarbons and alcohols, beneficial for further utilization.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shengzheng Huang, Jingyong Liu, Siqi Chen, Jin Wang, Zhibin Chen, Fatih Evrendilek, Tao Chen, Wenxiao Huang, Wuming Xie, Shuiyu Sun
Summary: This study explores the effects of HCl and H3PO4 pretreatment on the physi-chemical properties and decomposition characteristics of an As-hyperaccumulator. The results show that HCl pretreatment retains the main components of the hyperaccumulator while introducing Cl to the carbon chain, while H3PO4 pretreatment destroys the carbon chain and removes more organics and minerals. HCl pretreatment improves the pyrolysis efficiency, while H3PO4 pretreatment decreases leaching of heavy metals. These findings provide valuable insights for the management and utilization of post-harvest hyperaccumulators.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
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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)
