Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Tugrul Yakupoglu, Recep Gundogan, Turgay Dindaroglu, Kadir Kusvuran, Veysel Gokmen, Jesus Rodrigo-Comino, Yeboah Gyasi-Agyei, Artemi Cerda
Summary: The research aimed to determine the effects of different tillage systems on runoff and erosion in two locations in Southern Turkey. Results showed differences in runoff generation and runoff coefficient between fallow and sainfoin plots at both locations, with reduced tillage system reducing sediment yield in wheat and sainfoin parcels.
Article
Agronomy
Eli Argaman, Ilan Stavi
Summary: Water loss through surface runoff is a problem for rainfed agricultural lands in the Mediterranean region. Straw-mulch cover (SMC) is effective in mitigating the impact of raindrop splashing, but its use is limited due to the demand for crop residue as livestock feed. Synthetic polyacrylamide (PAM) has become a common alternative. This study used on-site rainfall simulation to compare the efficiency of PAM and SMC in controlling runoff from foxtail millet fields under different seasonal conditions, and found that SMC was more effective in reducing runoff in autumn and spring.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Fuqing Xu, Hongzhen Ma, Jiawei Liang, Solomon Inalegwu Okopi, Shoujun Yang, Leipeng Cao, Weimin Sun
Summary: This study investigated the characteristics of swine and dairy manure during long-term storage under different temperatures and sealing conditions. The water extractable phosphorus (WEP) rapidly increased in the first 15-30 days and then decreased. Unsealed storage and higher temperatures resulted in more WEP reduction. Manure stored for less than 30 days had the highest potential for phosphorus runoff, while long-term storage reduced this potential compared to freshly excreted manure.
Article
Soil Science
Onurcan Ozbolat, Virginia Sanchez-Navarro, Raul Zornoza, Marcos Egea-Cortines, Jessica Cuartero, Margarita Ros, Jose A. Pascual, Carolina Boix-Fayos, Maria Almagro, Joris de Vente, Elvira Diaz-Pereira, Maria Martinez-Mena
Summary: This study aimed to assess the impact of reduced tillage and green manure on soil properties and bacterial community structure in a rainfed Mediterranean almond orchard. The results showed that a combination of reduced tillage and green manure increased soil organic matter and total nitrogen content, as well as the presence of beneficial bacteria associated with soil productivity.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Qi Li, Rui Qian, Junfeng Gao, Jiacong Huang
Summary: Bridges and tunnels built across lakes in China have not received enough attention to their environmental impacts and risks. This study investigates the scale of these constructions and summarizes their impacts and risks on lake environments. A framework is proposed to reduce the environmental impacts and risks caused by these structures.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Qi Li, Rui Qian, Junfeng Gao, Jiacong Huang
Summary: The study found that the construction rate of bridges and tunnels across lakes in China was about 6 times higher than the worldwide average. The environmental impacts during construction and operation periods included issues like decreased water exchange, habitat destruction, biological reduction, and water quality pollution. It is suggested to develop management strategies to minimize the environmental impacts of bridges and tunnels across lakes.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Luhong Yuan, Yue Gao, Ying Mei, Jiaren Liu, Yusef Kianpoor Kalkhajeh, Hongxiang Hu, Jieying Huang
Summary: Straw returning combined with compound fertilizer was found to enhance soil structure, carbon and nitrogen contents, and the richness of soil bacterial diversity. It increased the content of larger aggregates (> 2 mm) and decreased the content of smaller aggregates (0.053-0.25 mm). Straw returning also increased the activity of urease in soil aggregates, while decreasing the activities of phosphatase and invertase. The relative abundances of Chloroflexi and Nitrospirotain in soil aggregates also increased with straw returning.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Deepak Singh, Alok Kumar Mishra, Sridhar Patra, Anuj Kumar Dwivedi, Chandra Shekhar Prasad Ojha, Vijay P. Singh, Sankar Mariappan, Subhash Babu, Nisha Singh, Devideen Yadav, Prabhat Ranjan Ojasvi, Gopal Kumar, Made Gowda Madhu, Dipak Ranjan Sena, Lekh Chand, Suresh Kumar
Summary: Slopy agricultural lands are prone to soil erosion, making them a priority for protective soil management practices. A field experiment in India showed that zero tillage resulted in lower runoff and soil loss compared to conventional tillage and minimum tillage.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Clement D. D. Sohoulande, Ariel A. Szogi, Kenneth C. Stone, Gilbert C. Sigua, Jerry H. Martin, Paul D. Shumaker, Phil J. Bauer
Summary: This study investigates the potential phosphorus runoff from sandy soils under conservation tillage, fertilized with recovered phosphorus from liquid swine manure and turkey litter ash in comparison with commercial phosphorus fertilizer triple superphosphate (TSP). Results show that the quantities of soluble reactive phosphorus (SRP) runoff from plots treated with recovered phosphorus from swine manure and turkey litter ash represent only 1% and 7-8% respectively of SRP runoff from plots treated with TSP, indicating lower environmental risks associated with the use of recovered phosphorus materials as crop fertilizers.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Abhinav Kumar Singh, Pankaj Kumar, Rawshan Ali, Nadhir Al-Ansari, Dinesh Kumar Vishwakarma, Kuldeep Singh Kushwaha, Kanhu Charan Panda, Atish Sagar, Ehsan Mirzania, Ahmed Elbeltagi, Alban Kuriqi, Salim Heddam
Summary: This study uses data-driven models for rainfall-runoff prediction in the Gola watershed and evaluates the performance of four heuristic methods. The results show that the RF model outperforms the other models and has higher accuracy.
Article
Soil Science
Longshan Zhao, Qian Fang, Rui Hou, Faqi Wu
Summary: The study examined how rainfall intensity and duration impact the effectiveness of tillage-induced surface microrelief (TSM) in controlling soil erosion. Results showed that both depressions and mounds (DM) and troughs and ridges (TR) of TSM delayed runoff initiation and reduced runoff and sediment benefits (RRB and SRB) decreased with increasing rainfall intensity, duration, and slope. However, DM and TR were effective at controlling soil loss when rainfall intensity was below 90 mm/h and duration was shorter than 60 min. In high-intensity or long-duration rainfall, sediment from DM and TR was higher than that from smooth surfaces (SS), highlighting the need for further assessment of TSM effectiveness in reducing soil erosion under varying climatic conditions.
Article
Engineering, Civil
Thien Huy Truong Nguyen, Bree Bennett, Michael Leonard
Summary: Stochastic rainfall models are important for evaluating hydrological risks, but there are discrepancies between rainfall metrics and flow metrics. The performance of different models varies depending on the strictness of the flow-based comparison and the region analyzed.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Soil Science
Jie Tang, Yun Xie, Chuan Liu, Hanlin Dong, Gang Liu
Summary: Contour tillage is effective in increasing infiltration, reducing runoff, and protecting against soil erosion, but it can lead to the development of ephemeral gullies when gradients of contoured row slopes exceed critical values. This study investigates factors influencing ephemeral gully development on a contour tilled slope in northeastern China by monitoring gully development after heavy rainfall events. The study provides valuable information for predicting and preventing gully erosion on contoured tillage areas.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Sheldon S. Hilaire, Chaoqi Chen, Zhizhen Pan, Jesse Radolinski, Ryan D. Stewart, Rory O. Maguire, Kang Xia
Summary: Compared to surface application, manure subsurface injection reduces the surface runoff of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs), but may create long-term hotspots for elevated ARGs.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
T. Giakoumis, N. Voulvoulis
Summary: Water pollution caused by the frequent use of combined sewer overflows (CSOs) is a growing concern in England and worldwide. Analysis of event duration monitoring (EDM) data for 2021 and 2020 reveals that CSO spills are a systemic issue related to the under capacity of the English wastewater systems. The reliance on CSOs for peak dry weather flow conditions poses risks to the environment and water users.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-WATER RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sanjeeb Mohapatra, Daniel Snow, Patrick Shea, Andy Galvez-Rodriguez, Manish Kumar, Lokesh P. Padhye, Suparna Mukherji
Summary: The photochemical transformation of pharmaceuticals is significant in wastewater treatment plants and surface waters. This study investigated the photodegradation of five pharmaceuticals in samples from a wastewater treatment plant and surface water sources. The results show that the presence of organic matter and reactive radicals play a crucial role in the photodegradation process.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Abdullateef Lawal, Moshood N. Tijani, Daniel Snow, Matteo D'Alessio
Summary: Sustainable management of groundwater resources in geological transition zones is crucial. This study investigates and evaluates groundwater quality in a typical area in northeastern Nigeria. The results show that the groundwater in basement areas is of poor quality, while the groundwater in sedimentary areas is potable. The findings provide valuable information for policymakers to implement sustainable water treatment strategies and cleaner production technologies to prevent water-related diseases.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Sazia Iftekhar, Saumen Poddar, Madeleine Rauhauser, Daniel D. Snow, David S. Hage
Summary: Reversible interactions between drugs and humic acid in water explain the bioavailability and effects of pharmaceuticals as micropollutants in the environment. High-performance affinity chromatography (HPAC) was used to study the binding of tetracycline, carbamazepine, ciprofloxacin, and norfloxacin with entrapped humic acid. Optimal entrapment of humic acid in HPLC-grade porous silica was achieved using an initial humic acid concentration of 80 mg mL-1 and a humic acid vs silica mass ratio of 600 mg per g silica. HPAC measurements showed good agreement with literature values, and characterization of the humic acid support was conducted using TGA, FTIR, SEM, and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy. This study demonstrates the utility of HPAC for screening and characterizing drug interactions with humic acid or related binding agents in water and the environment.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bagdat Satybaldiyev, Baimurat Ismailov, Nurbek Nurpeisov, Kairat Kenges, Daniel D. Snow, Arindam Malakar, Bolat Uralbekov
Summary: The Syr Darya river, a major water source for the Aral Sea, has been heavily impacted by Soviet agricultural programs that increased water diversion, leading to a decrease in water quality and affecting irrigation, fisheries, and other uses. Our study found significant differences in the concentrations of trace elements when measured in the dissolved phase compared to the acid-leachable phase. Elevated concentrations of dissolved V and acid-leachable Ni and Zn exceeded Kazakhstan's Maximum Permissible Concentration (MPC) values for fishery water quality protection.
Article
Environmental Sciences
D. S. Allen, A. S. Kolok, D. D. Snow, B. Satybaldiyev, B. Uralbekov, G. S. Nystrom, L. M. Thornton Hampton, S. L. Bartelt-Hunt, M. K. Sellin Jeffries
Summary: Due to the decline of the Aral Sea fishery and recent efforts to expand the fisheries sector in Kazakhstan, there is a need to sustain other fisheries in the area, including the Shardara Reservoir. This study evaluated the potential impacts of metals on fish in the Syr Darya basin and the human health risks posed by consuming Shardara Reservoir fish. The results indicated potential risks to the fishery and potential risk of consuming fish with high levels of Pb.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jeffrey P. Westrop, Pooja Yadav, P. J. Nolan, Kate M. Campbell, Rajesh Singh, Sharon E. Bone, Alicia H. Chan, Anthony J. Kohtz, Donald Pan, Olivia Healy, John R. Bargar, Daniel D. Snow, Karrie A. Weber
Summary: Groundwater uranium concentrations above the EPA maximum contaminant level have been found in many US aquifers, including those not associated with anthropogenic contamination. In this study, it was demonstrated that high-nitrate porewater can stimulate a microbial community that can mobilize naturally occurring uranium from sediments. Microbial reduction of nitrate produced nitrite, which abiotically mobilized uranium from aquifer sediments.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sahila Beegum, Arindam Malakar, Chittaranjan Ray, Daniel D. Snow
Summary: This study investigated the impact of snow processes on nitrate leaching to groundwater using the HYDRUS-1D simulation model. The results indicate that snow accumulation and melting play a significant role in nitrate leaching to groundwater, highlighting the importance of considering snow components in similar studies.
JOURNAL OF CONTAMINANT HYDROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lidong Li, Jordan Shields, Daniel D. Snow, Michael Kaiser, Arindam Malakar
Summary: Understanding the storage and transformation of nitrogen in the deep vadose zone is crucial for preventing groundwater contamination. However, the occurrence and importance of organic and inorganic forms of carbon and nitrogen in the deep vadose zone are not well known due to limited studies and sampling difficulties. We conducted a study on 27 croplands with varying vadose zone thicknesses and found that thicker vadose zones stored significantly more inorganic nitrogen. We also observed significant reservoirs of total Kjeldahl nitrogen and soil organic carbon at depths, suggesting that they may serve as sources of organic carbon and nitrogen for subsurface microbes.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mariya A. Severinenko, Vladimir P. Solodukhin, Bekmamat M. Djenbaev, Svetlana G. Lennik, Baktiyar T. Zholboldiev, Daniel D. Snow
Summary: The transboundary river basin between Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, crucial for irrigation, is vulnerable to both geochemical and anthropogenic pollution. Water use indices and analysis of water and sediment composition are utilized to assess the viability of using water from this region. Recent monitoring has revealed high concentrations of hazardous contaminants, including lead and thorium, in the bottom and banks of the Kichi-Kemin River, likely the result of an accidental spill in 1964. The presence of uranium in both the water and sediment of the Oyrandy River suggests additional pollution from anthropogenic sources, while the Shu River shows evidence of geogenic contaminants, including uranium, originating from the Kamyshanovskoye deposit.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Brittany Trejo, Matthew Russell, Shannon Bartelt-Hunt, Nasrin Naderi Beni, Daniel D. Snow, Tiffany L. Messer
Summary: This study evaluated the persistence and impact of antibiotics used in livestock farming on the environment. The results showed that antibiotics added to animal feed could persist in the soil for more than 30 days and could be found in feedlot sediment and runoff. Livestock pens receiving antibiotic treatments had significantly higher concentrations of antibiotics compared to those not receiving treatments. Rainfall also had a significant impact on the concentration of antibiotics in the soil. Antibiotics administered via injection did not significantly increase in concentrations in feedlot sediment and runoff.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yerzhigit Tulebekov, Zhandos Orazov, Bagdat Satybaldiyev, Daniel D. Snow, Raphael Schneider, Bolat Uralbekov
Summary: There is currently no consensus on the reaction mechanisms for photocatalytic oxidation of airborne aromatic compounds like toluene. TiO2 or TiO2-based catalysts under UV/VIS illumination are commonly considered for removing these pollutants. The formation of intermediates and the deactivation of the catalyst during the oxidation process are discussed, highlighting the hazardous intermediates such as benzene and formaldehyde and the adsorbed intermediates leading to catalyst deactivation.
Article
Infectious Diseases
Chanat Chokejaroenrat, Chainarong Sakulthaew, Athaphon Angkaew, Apiladda Pattanateeradetch, Wuttinun Raksajit, Kanokwan Teingtham, Piyaporn Phansak, Pawee Klongvessa, Daniel D. Snow, Clifford E. Harris, Steve D. Comfort
Summary: The amount of antibiotics and personal care products entering local sewage systems and natural waters is increasing, raising concerns about human health effects. A Cu0.5Mn0.5Fe2O4 nanoparticle adsorptive photocatalyst was developed to remove paraben and oxytetracycline (OTC). Both adsorption and photocatalytic reactions occurred simultaneously with the photocatalyst, and OTC degradation involved multiple reactions. The nanoparticles showed remarkable performance in degrading the tested antibiotics and personal care products.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kitipong Poomipuen, Chainarong Sakulthaew, Chanat Chokejaroenrat, Athaphon Angkaew, Kanidrawee Techauay, Thapanee Poompoung, Kanokwan Teingtham, Piyaporn Phansak, Piyangkun Lueangjaroenkit, Daniel D. Snow
Summary: In this study, manganese spinel ferrite and graphitic carbon nitride were successfully used as an activator for peroxymonosulfate (PMS) under visible light irradiation to remove hormone-contaminated water. The nanocomposites enhanced the performance by improving the crystallinity, reducing particle agglomeration, amplifying magnetism, improving recyclability, and increasing active surface area. The study also identified the degradation byproducts and possible pathways of the hormones.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Marie A. Severson, Sathaporn Onanong, Alexandra Dolezal, Shannon L. Bartelt-Hunt, Daniel Snow, Lisa M. Mcfadden
Summary: By analyzing wastewater samples, this study explored the geographic differences and commonalities of substance use in US communities. The findings suggest that wastewater-based surveillance can be an effective method for identifying substance use patterns and guiding tailored treatment and prevention efforts in communities.
JMIR FORMATIVE RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Marzhan S. Kalmakhanova, Jose L. Diaz de Tuesta, Arindam Malakar, Helder T. Gomes, Daniel D. Snow
Summary: This paper provides a brief review of the current wastewater treatment technologies and effluent composition in Central Asia, with particular emphasis on reuse needs. It evaluates the impact of these practices on water quality and the quantity and quality of surface waters and groundwaters. Additionally, it explores alternatives to current wastewater treatment practices in order to increase the availability and quality of surface waters and groundwaters for safe water reuse.
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)