Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Dawid Kupka, Piotr Gruba
Summary: This study revealed that forest soils have different sorption capacities for DOC released from litter of different tree species under varying pH conditions, indicating the significant effects of soil pH and litter chemical composition on DOC stabilization.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shuling Chen, Thimo Klotzbuecher, Oliver J. Lechtenfeld, Hanlie Hong, Chongxuan Liu, Klaus Kaiser, Christian Mikutta, Robert Mikutta
Summary: The study found that repeated sorption of identical DOM solutions led to a stabilization in MOM formation efficiency, while depletion of high-affinity compounds further decreased MOM formation efficiency. Although continued exchange between DOM and MOM molecules altered the composition of DOM, it did not impact MOM formation efficiencies. The interactions between the sorptivities of DOM components and mineral surface chemistry explain the legacy effects that regulate fluxes and distribution of organic matter in the soil.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sixtine Cueff, Lionel Alletto, Valerie Dumeny, Pierre Benoit, Valerie Pot
Summary: The main goals of conservation agriculture are to enhance soil fertility and reduce soil degradation, but may increase the risk of pesticide contamination; Nicosulfuron showed low sorption and degradation regardless of soil type or agricultural management, with non-extractable residue formation being the main dissipation process.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Forestry
Sihan Wang, Weiwei Lu, Fangchao Zhang
Summary: The study reveals that soil inorganic carbon content increases with depth in coastal plantations in Eastern China, influenced by soil organic carbon. The concentrations of water-soluble Ca2+ and Mg2+ in soil also vary at different depths within the soil profiles.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Yuan Chen, Lewen Sun, Jie Yang, Yong Li, Qiaoya Lin, Hanyu Wu, Mingliang Kang
Summary: Sr(II) sorption was studied using groundwater and soil samples collected near a proposed nuclear power plant in China. The main species involved in the sorption process were Sr2+ and SrSO4(aq). The sorption of Sr(II) followed a pseudo-second-order kinetic model, indicating chemical sorption and dependence on soil sorption capacity. Pearson correlation coefficient (r) and multiple regression analysis showed a linear relation between solid-liquid distribution coefficients (K-d) and cation exchange capacity and pH.
JOURNAL OF RADIOANALYTICAL AND NUCLEAR CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rose Z. Abramoff, Katerina Georgiou, Bertrand Guenet, Margaret S. Torn, Yuanyuan Huang, Haicheng Zhang, Wenting Feng, Sindhu Jagadamma, Klaus Kaiser, Dolly Kothawala, Melanie A. Mayes, Philippe Ciais
Summary: Quantifying the upper limit of stable soil carbon storage is crucial for guiding policies. By conducting laboratory sorption experiments, it was found that mid- and low-latitude soils and subsoils have a greater capacity to store dissolved organic carbon (DOC) by sorption compared to high-latitude soils and topsoils.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Lingbo Dong, Yulin Liu, Jianzhao Wu, Yang Liao, Jiwei Li, Jinyuan Yu, Su Wang, Zhijing Yu, Zhouping Shangguan, Lei Deng
Summary: The distribution of soil carbon and nitrogen along slopes is influenced by vegetation types, with shrublands being the optimal vegetation type for boosting soil carbon and nitrogen stocks in the Central Loess Plateau.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Irmina Cwielag-Piasecka
Summary: This study compares the retention of three pesticides in soil and their relationship with the composition of soil organic matter. The results show that the composition and fraction of organic matter in the soil play an important role in pesticide retention. Additionally, soil pH affects the sorption-desorption behavior of pesticides. These findings contribute to predicting the behavior of non-ionic pesticides in soil.
Article
Agronomy
Jiawei Gan, Chen Qiu, Xiaozeng Han, David Kwaw-Mensah, Xu Chen, Jun Yan, Xinchun Lu, Wenxiu Zou
Summary: This study investigated the effects of continuously returning straw to the soil for ten years on the size distribution and stability of soil aggregates, as well as the density fractions of soil organic carbon (SOC). The results showed that returning 15,000 kg M-2 of straw effectively increased the SOC content, improved soil structure, and restored Mollisol fertility.
Article
Soil Science
Yonghui Yang, Jicheng Wu, Shiwei Zhao, Cuimin Gao, Xiaoying Pan, Darrell W. S. Tang, Martine van der Ploeg
Summary: The long-term application of SAP has been found to improve soil structure and increase soil organic carbon content, especially showing better results in deeper soil layers.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kaizhao Tang, Cong Wu, Shuai Wang, Wenjuan Liao, Lichu Yin, Weijun Zhou, Hao-Jie Cui
Summary: The storage of soil organic carbon (SOC) in paddy profiles is important for regulating carbon cycling and global climatic change. Changes in groundwater levels can influence the accumulation of SOC fractions in paddy soil profiles. This study found that higher groundwater levels lead to increased storage of SOC, particulate organic carbon (POC), and mineral-associated organic carbon (MAOC) in the profiles, particularly in the 20-40 cm soil layer. MAOC is the main component of SOC in paddy profiles, and higher groundwater levels are beneficial for POC accumulation. The results suggest that groundwater level can be a potential strategy for improving carbon sequestration in paddy soils.
JOURNAL OF SOILS AND SEDIMENTS
(2023)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Rui-Zhe Wang, Xia Hu
Summary: Soils in alpine ecosystems are significant carbon sinks, with soil aggregates and their pore structure playing a crucial role in carbon sequestration. This study examined the soil pore structure, carbon content, and their relationships in three typical alpine ecosystems in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. The results revealed the dominance of small macroaggregates and microspores in the soil aggregates, as well as the correlation between carbon content and pore characteristics. Additionally, the study highlighted the impact of soil water content and particle compositions on soil organic carbon in different alpine ecosystems.
Article
Agronomy
Yanan Huang, Li Huang, Jun Nie, Mingjian Geng, Yanhong Lu, Yulin Liao, Bin Xue
Summary: The substitution of chemical fertilizer by Chinese milk vetch can increase soil organic carbon content and improve the stability of organic carbon in paddy soils, contributing to its sequestration.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sapna Kumari Pandey, Kunal Roy
Summary: ETA indices can be used for developing QSPR models for logK(ow) and logK(oc), with molecular volume, branching pattern, environmental characteristics, and chemical structure playing crucial roles in determining the properties of compounds.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2021)
Article
Soil Science
Fulai Yan, Yuting Fu, Marcos Paradelo, Fucang Zhang, Emmanuel Arthur
Summary: Long-term manure application and cropping systems can improve soil physicochemical properties in wet regions, but their effects on soil water retention curve (WRC) in dry regions have been little studied. This study investigated the effects of long-term manure application and cropping systems on soil organic carbon (SOC) content, water sorption isotherms (WSIs), hysteresis, and specific surface area (SSA) in different soil textures.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ebrahem M. M. Eid, Ahmed A. A. Hussain, Saad A. M. Alamri, Sulaiman A. A. Alrumman, Kamal H. H. Shaltout, Nasser Sewelam, Salma K. K. Shaltout, Ahmed F. F. El-Bebany, Mohamed T. T. Ahmed, Dhafer A. A. Al-Bakre, Ahmed H. H. Alfarhan, Yolanda Pico, Damia Barcelo
Summary: Predictive models were generated to assess the absorption of nine metals by the different parts of forage sorghum in growing media mixed with poultry manure. The roots exhibited the highest metal contents. Bioaccumulation factor (BAF) values were < 1 for some metals and > 1 for others. Translocation factor values were < 1 for all metals except for Co, Cr, and Ni. The predictive models showed a high level of data precision and can be used to ensure the safety of growing forage sorghum in media fortified with poultry manure.
BULLETIN OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION AND TOXICOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Da Ouyang, Ronghao Wu, Zhaojun Xu, Xiaomin Zhu, Yimin Cai, Ruihuan Chen, Changyin Zhu, Damia Barcelo, Haibo Zhang
Summary: In this study, biochar-supported molybdenum dioxide was used as a co-catalyst to enhance the activation ability of Fe3+ on persulfate for the degradation of Bisphenol A. The results showed that over 96% of BPA was removed within 60 minutes, and the degradation efficiency only slightly decreased after four reuses of the co-catalyst. The study also revealed that biochar supports the adsorption of Fe3+ on the MoO2 surface and promotes electron transfer. This work provides a new insight for improving the degradation of organic contaminants in wastewater.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pablo Zapata-Corella, Zi-He Ren, Yin-E Liu, Anna Rigol, Silvia Lacorte, Xiao-Jun Luo
Summary: This study evaluates the distribution, partitioning and environmental and human impact of organophosphate esters, legacy polychlorinated biphenyls, polybromodiphenyl ethers and organochlorine pesticides in the e-waste recycling area of Qingyuan county, China. The study finds that a plastic debris lump accumulated in a small pond is the main source of pollution, causing high concentrations of contaminants in water, sediments, soils and hen eggs in the surrounding area.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marius Kalinauskas, Katazyna Bogdzevic, Eduardo Gomes, Miguel Inacio, Damia Barcelo, Wenwu Zhao, Paulo Pereira
Summary: This study aims to map and assess the supply and demand of recreational culture ecosystem services (CES) in Vilnius. The results showed that natural recreational CES supply was highest in protected areas, while cultural recreational CES supply had the highest scores in the city centre. The demand for recreational CES was highest in the areas near the city centre. There was a mismatch between the supply and demand of natural recreational CES, but a match between the supply and demand of cultural recreational CES. Overall, it is important to preserve areas with high natural recreation CES supply and limit urban expansion, as well as improve public transport accessibility to reduce pollution and its impact on cultural heritage sites.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
John P. Sumpter, Tamsin J. Runnalls, Andrew C. Johnson, Damia Barcelo
Summary: It is uncommon for scientists to acknowledge the limitations of their research because of the pressure to publish. This has resulted in a crisis of reproducibility in published research. To address this, including a 'Limitations' section in scientific papers is suggested, as it promotes honesty and transparency. This recommendation applies to all scientific disciplines.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Karina G. Coronado-Apodaca, Georgia Maria Gonzalez-Meza, Alberto Aguayo-Acosta, Rafael G. G. Araujo, Reyna Berenice Gonzalez-Gonzalez, Mariel Araceli Oyervides-Munoz, Manuel Martinez-Ruiz, Elda M. M. Melchor-Martinez, Damia Barcelo, Roberto Parra-Saldivar, Juan Eduardo Sosa-Hernandez
Summary: Access to secure water sources is a major challenge for human sustainability, especially with climate change and droughts. Traditional water sources may not be reliable, and recycled wastewater can contain high levels of emerging contaminants. Enzyme-based biosensors have shown promise in detecting toxic elements in water in real time, and have been successfully applied to detect a wide range of pollutants.
TOPICS IN CATALYSIS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yanting Zhou, Xiuna Ren, To-Hung Tsui, Damia Barcelo, Quan Wang, Zengqiang Zhang, Yongzhen Ding
Summary: Microplastics (MPs) have been widely found in aquatic, terrestrial, and atmospheric ecosystems as an emerging pollutant. Recently, it has been discovered that solid organic waste is also an important source of MPs and has significant impacts on ecosystems. This study reviews the occurrence and characteristics of MPs in solid organic waste and organic fertilizers, as well as their influence on biological treatments and degradation characteristics.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Editorial Material
Engineering, Environmental
Manish Kumar, Rahul Silori, Payal Mazumder, Vikalp Shrivastava, Frank Loge, Damia Barcelo, Jurgen Mahlknecht
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rahul Silori, Manish Kumar, Durga Madhab Mahapatra, Pinakshi Biswas, Bhanu Prakash Vellanki, Jurgen Mahlknecht, Syed Mohammad Tauseef, Damia Barcelo
Summary: This study investigates the occurrences and seasonal variations of endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) in Dehradun, India. The results show higher concentrations of estrone compared to triclosan in the influent waters of the WWTPs. The study highlights the limitation of WWTPs in treating and assimilating EDCs, leading to their accumulation in effluents and posing a significant threat to nearby aquatic ecosystems, human health, and the ecological balance of the region.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
J. M. Castano-Ortiza, R. Gil-Solsonaa, N. Ospina-Alvarez, M. M. Garcia-Pimentel, V. M. Leon, L. H. M. L. M. Santos, D. Barcelo, S. Rodriguez-Mozaz
Summary: This study investigated the seasonal occurrence of pharmaceutical residues in the Mar Menor coastal lagoon in south-eastern Spain during 2018-2019. The results showed a decrease in pharmaceutical residues in seawater and sediments compared to a previous study in 2010-2011, but a notable accumulation in fish and molluscs. The flash flood event in 2019 led to increased concentrations of pharmaceutical residues in the lagoon. Therefore, the impacts of extreme climate events, such as floods, should be considered when assessing the risks of pharmaceutical contaminants in coastal ecosystems.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Saul Antonio Hernandez Martinez, Elda M. Melchor-Martinez, Reyna Berenice Gonzalez-Gonzalez, Juan Eduardo Sosa-Hernandez, Rafael G. Araujo, Jesus Alfredo Rodriguez-Hernandez, Damia Barcelo, Roberto Parra-Saldivar, Hafiz M. N. Iqbal
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has led to an increase in the use of psychiatric drugs, which are difficult to degrade and pose potential ecological and toxicological risks. Biocatalysis-assisted techniques can efficiently remove these drugs from water. There are differences in waste management policies for the drug industry between high- and low-income countries.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Montserrat Carrascal, Ester Sanchez-Jimenez, Jie Fang, Carlos Perez-Lopez, Antoni Ginebreda, Damia Barcelo, Joaquin Abian
Summary: A large-scale proteomics approach was used to investigate the protein composition of wastewater from 10 different municipalities in Catalonia. The study revealed that excreta from humans and residues from livestock were the main sources of proteins in wastewater. These findings provide new insights into wastewater proteomics and propose specific bioindicators for wastewater-based environmental monitoring.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Damia Barcelo, Yolanda Pico, Ahmed H. Alfarhan
Summary: Microplastics (MPs) are found in various environmental compartments and can enter the human body through ingestion, inhalation, and dermal contact. Recent studies have shown the presence of MPs in human body, including stool, placenta, lungs, liver, sputum, breast milk, and blood. Their impact on human health is not well-understood yet, and this review provides a summary of the effect of MPs on human cell lines and health, as well as the detection methods in human matrices.
ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Helena Rapp-Wright, Sara Rodriguez-Mozaz, Diana Alvarez-Munoz, Damia Barcelo, Fiona Regan, Leon P. Barron, Blanaid White
Summary: This study monitored a total of 26 endocrine-disrupting compounds (EDCs) in three major urbanized river catchments using a single analytical method. Results showed that the highest concentration of the flame retardant TCEP was found in the R. Thames in Central London. Geographical variations and potential risks were observed, and caffeine and BPA were identified as high-risk compounds in all three rivers. The study highlights the importance of prioritizing control measures for these compounds independently of location.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Alby Tom, Jisha Jacob, Manoj Mathews, Rajakrishnan Rajagopal, Ahmed Alfarhan, Damia Barcelo, Arunaksharan Narayanankutty
Summary: Plant secondary metabolites, such as chalcones, are important sources of biologically active compounds with pharmacological potentials. Natural chalcones and bis-chalcones have shown high antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties in various experiments. This study evaluated the effects of six synthetic bis-chalcones on intestinal epithelial cells and studied their anti-inflammatory potentials in macrophages. The results indicate that these synthetic bis-chalcones have cytoprotective and anti-inflammatory abilities.