Article
Environmental Sciences
Long Li, Haoran Dong, Yue Lu, Haoxuan Zhang, Yangju Li, Junyang Xiao, Shuangjie Xiao, Zilan Jin
Summary: This study investigated the toxicity of nZVI and its aging products towards E. coli under aerobic and anaerobic conditions, providing insights into the extracellular and intracellular ROS damage occurred in different environments. It offers more perspective to the risk assessment of nZVI application.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Md Abdullah Asad, Usman T. Khan, Magdalena M. Krol
Summary: Nanoscale zero valent iron (nZVI) technology can transform groundwater contaminants into non-toxic compounds, but faces challenges such as poor subsurface mobility, limited longevity, and well clogging during field-scale implementation. Factors like groundwater velocity, injection concentration and rate, lag period, solution viscosity, and subsurface heterogeneity may affect nZVI travel distance. Field scale solution viscosity and injection rate were found to have a significant impact on nZVI travel distance, while aquifer heterogeneity affected nZVI spread in a numerical study.
JOURNAL OF CONTAMINANT HYDROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ying Liang, Lu Tang, Jun Jiang, Meng-li Li, Hua-gang Lv, Yong He, Hong-yu Liu, Sheng-guo Xue
Summary: In this study, by utilizing the dual support effect of coupling surface-modified carbon black with a surfactant, the removal capacity and mobility of nanoscale zero-valent irons (nZVIs) were enhanced for in situ remediation of contaminated groundwater.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yiqing Guo, Xiaoqin Li, Li Liang, Zhang Lin, Xintai Su, Wenchao Zhang
Summary: The study demonstrates that Sulfidated nanoscale zero-valent iron (S-nZVI) can efficiently remove Cd from soil by converting it into less available forms, with minimal impact of soil pH on the immobilization of Cd. Cd was successfully enriched on S-nZVI with distribution closely related to Fe, S, and O, and CdO and CdS were identified as key products for Cd immobilization in soil.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yun-Man Sun, Liu Feng, Lei Yang
Summary: The study shows that MMT-nZVI can effectively remove PCB67 from contaminated soil, with removal rate depending on the dosages of MMT-nZVI and H2O2 and the initial pH. The degradation of PCB67 is an endothermic and diffusion-controlled process, following pseudo-first-order kinetics.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yujun Cheng, Haoran Dong, Tianwei Hao
Summary: In this study, calcium carbonate coated nanoscale zero-valent iron (C-nZVI) was synthesized for Cr(VI) removal. The water chemistry had an influence on C-nZVI reactivity, with NO3 showing a positive effect on C-nZVI contrary to its influence on nZVI.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ziyu Zou, Ercheng Zhao, Pingzhong Yu, Junjie Jing, Ying Li, Baotong Li, Junxue Wu
Summary: This study investigated the degradation of neonicotinoids in soil using a nanoscale zero-valent iron-activated persulfate process. The results showed that the neonicotinoids could be effectively degraded under optimal conditions, and the degradation pathways were proposed based on identified intermediates.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Guoming Zeng, Yu He, Fei Wang, Heng Luo, Dong Liang, Jian Wang, Jiansheng Huang, Chunyi Yu, Libo Jin, Da Sun
Summary: Soil pollution is a global issue. Nanoscale zero-valent iron (nZVI) can effectively degrade and remove pollutants in contaminated soil. However, the application of nZVI can affect the soil properties, microorganisms, and overall ecological environment. This paper summarizes the current application of nZVI in soil remediation, analyzes the factors affecting its toxic effects, and provides a theoretical reference for biosafety research on nZVI.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Yaru Li, He-Ping Zhao, Lizhong Zhu
Summary: This review summarizes the advantages and disadvantages of various nZVI synthesis methods, introduces modification methods for addressing undesired oxidation and agglomeration of nZVI, and explains the mechanisms behind efficient removal of organic pollutants by modified nZVI. Additionally, other assisting methods for enhancing nZVI mobility and reactivity are evaluated.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Weiquan Li, Xueying Lin, Sihao Lv, Weizhao Yin, Zhanqiang Fang, Jingling Huang, Ping Li, Jinhua Wu
Summary: This study investigated the effect of hydrogenotrophic denitrification on cadmium (Cd(II)) removal and column life-span using hydrogen-autotrophic microorganisms and zero-valent iron (Fe-0) filled columns. The results showed that the nitrate-mediated bio-Fe-0 column had a higher Cd(II) removal efficiency and longer service life compared to the bio-Fe-0 and Fe-0 columns. This improvement was attributed to hydrogenotrophic denitrification, which caused more iron corrosion and more secondary mineral generation, providing more reaction sites for Cd(II) adsorption and immobilization. The distribution of reactive zone along the bio-Fe-0 column mediated by nitrate was found to be uneven, with the latter half part identified as a more active region for Cd(II) immobilization.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Liming Ren, Baoning Zong, Rui Zhao, Yulin Sun, Fanbin Meng, Ruoyu Wang
Summary: In this study, the mechanism of Cr(VI) contaminated aquifer remediation using nZVI@rGO was explored through experiments and characterization analysis. The results showed that the large reactive conjugated structure of rGO enhanced the electron transfer efficiency between Cr(VI) and nZVI@rGO, while the uniform accommodation of Cr(III) precipitates on rGO effectively retarded the surface passivation of nZVI.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jianwei Yang, Xiangpeng Tan, Muhammad Shaaban, Yajun Cai, Buyun Wang, Qi'an Peng
Summary: BC-nZVI composites are effective in removing Cr(VI) from contaminated soil while increasing microbial diversity and abundance, with no significant adverse effects on soil quality or microorganisms.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Xiaowen Zhang, Xudong Liu, Ying Peng, Xiaoyan Wu, Yujiao Tan, Qin Zeng, Zhijun Song, Mi Li
Summary: Coating a soluble Mg(OH)2 shell on nanoscale zero-valent iron (nZVI) particles can enhance their long-term reactivity and durability in groundwater, leading to more efficient uranium removal. The passivation shell erosion plays a crucial role in promoting synergistic adsorptive and reductive processes for U(VI) elimination by exposed Fe(0) core.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Nuo Liu, Jing Liu, Hong Wang, Shaolin Li, Wei-xian Zhang
Summary: Integrating nanoscale zero-valent iron (nZVI) with biological treatment processes can significantly enhance the performance of wastewater treatment and environmental remediation. nZVI can eliminate toxic metals and enhance the degradation of recalcitrant contaminants, while biological processes can mineralize organic compounds and remove impurities from wastewater.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jingchun Yan, Linchao Hu, Weiguo Gao, Lei Yang, Linbo Qian, Lu Han, Mengfang Chen
Summary: This study evaluated the possibility of using green synthesized nanoscale zero valent iron (nZVI) activating persulfate (PS) for the degradation of 1,2-dichlorobenzene (1,2-DCB) in contaminated soil. The results showed that the nZVI/PS system effectively degraded 1,2-DCB with a high removal efficiency of total organic carbon (TOC). The study provides important implications for the remediation of 1,2-DCB contaminated soil using the nZVI/PS system.
JOURNAL OF SOILS AND SEDIMENTS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yaocheng Deng, Zhanpeng Zhou, Hao Zeng, Rongdi Tang, Ling Li, Jiajia Wang, Chengyang Feng, Daoxin Gong, Lin Tang, Ying Huang
Summary: In this study, phosphorus and kalium co-doped g-C3N4 with cyano and nitrogen vacancies (PKCN) was prepared via a simple thermal treatment. The prepared PKCN exhibited excellent singlet oxygen generation ability and efficiently degraded atrazine under visible light. Density functional theory calculations revealed the synergistic effect of different active units in efficient singlet oxygen generation. Additionally, the photocatalytic process significantly reduced the toxicity of atrazine.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2023)
Article
Biophysics
Xilian Ouyang, Chengyang Feng, Xu Zhu, Yibo Liao, Zheping Zhou, Xinya Fan, Ziling Zhang, Li Chen, Lin Tang
Summary: A portable 3D printed bionic sensing device with enhanced photoelectric response was fabricated for sensitive detection of Bisphenol A (BPA). The device utilized a dual-electrode system and a fern-shaped nitrogen doped BiVO4 photoanode to generate electrical output and provide the sensing signal. Integrated into a micromodel based on micro-nano 3D printing technology, the device achieved automatic sample injection and detection, paving a new way for the development of portable and on-site sensing devices.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Rongdi Tang, Hao Zeng, Daoxin Gong, Yaocheng Deng, Sheng Xiong, Ling Li, Zhanpeng Zhou, Jiajia Wang, Chengyang Feng, Lin Tang
Summary: In this study, triazole and pyromellitic diimide were used to modify polymeric carbon nitride (PCN) and fabricate TA-CN-PDI, a catalyst that promotes the photodegradation of atrazine. The vesicular morphology and the donor-pi-acceptor electronic structure synergistically enhance the photoactivity of the catalyst.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Chengyang Feng, Xilian Ouyang, Yaocheng Deng, Jiajia Wang, Lin Tang
Summary: This study successfully prepared a photocatalyst with high optical absorption rate and charge separation efficiency by combining defect engineering with a built-in electric field, and investigated its purification effect in different water environments.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ting Wu, Qinghua Liang, Lin Tang, Jialin Tang, Jiajia Wang, Binbin Shao, Shanxi Gong, Qingyun He, Yuan Pan, Zhifeng Liu
Summary: A high-performance piezoelectric photocatalyst was developed to improve the removal efficiency of tetracycline hydrochloride. The photocatalyst introduced a piezoelectric effect and constructed a heterojunction structure. The removal efficiency was further enhanced by ultrasound. The immobilized photocatalyst floated on the water surface, enabling easy recovery.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xilian Ouyang, Chengyang Feng, Xu Zhu, Yibo Liao, Xinya Fan, Zheping Zhou, Ziling Zhang, Lin Tang
Summary: Ciprofloxacin (CIP) is a widely used antibiotic that can enter the water environment and food chain, causing serious harm to human health and the ecological environment. This study presents a self-powered sensing device based on a photoelectrochemical system and 3D printing technology, which can detect CIP efficiently without an external power source.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-NANO
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yankai Xie, Mingsheng Jia, Fabian De Wilde, Katrien Daeninck, Haydee De Clippeleir, Willy Verstraete, Siegfried E. Vlaeminck
Summary: This study explores the feasibility of cost-effective partial nitritation/anammox (PN/A) in packed-bed trickling filters (TFs). It finds that using the inexpensive Argex expanded clay can achieve similar nitrogen removal rates as commercially used plastics. The top-only ventilation at an optimum hydraulic loading rate of 1.8 m3 m-2 h-1 can remove around 60% of the total nitrogen load and achieve relatively low NO3--N accumulation. The results demonstrate that TFs are suitable for low-energy shortcut nitrogen removal.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Mingjuan Zhang, Yi Zhang, Yuan Zhu, Jiajia Wang, Lu Qiao, Yue Zhao, Yani Tao, Yao Xiao, Lin Tang
Summary: In this study, a phosphorus-boron co-doped hollow tubular g-C3N4 (xB-PCN) with an intra-molecular Donor-Acceptor like p-n isotype heterojunction was synthesized for high-efficiency visible light photocatalytic degradation of ciprofloxacin (CIP) in water. The xB-PCN exhibited excellent charge generation, separation, and transfer ability, resulting in a decomposition efficiency of 87.56% within 1 hour, with an apparent rate constant 6.85 times higher than that of conventional g-C3N4 (PCN). Furthermore, xB-PCN maintained high degradation percentages in tap water (84.63%) and aquaculture wastewater (78.41%). The degradation pathways of CIP were proposed, and the reactive oxygen species involved in the degradation process were identified through radical trapping experiments and ESR characterization.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Cui Lai, Lu Yang, Ling Li, Dengsheng Ma, Min Cheng, Shiyu Liu, Mingming Zhang, Huchuan Yan, Chensi Tang, Zhexin Chen, Lin Tang
Summary: In this study, a novel strategy was proposed to reduce the input of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) in the Fenton process. The designed Cu catalyst (G-Cu) with two functional regions (Cu0 and OVs) was able to produce H2O2 in situ and promote its activation over the catalyst surface. This strategy resulted in higher degradation efficiency of oxytetracycline (OTC) with a smaller dosage of H2O2.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Xiang Tang, Linrui Zhong, Lin Tang, Changzheng Fan, Baowei Zhang, Mier Wang, Haoran Dong, Chengyun Zhou, Christopher Rensing, Shungui Zhou, Guangming Zeng
Summary: This study demonstrates that lysogenic bacteriophages carrying arsM gene assist their hosts in adapting to trivalent arsenic (As(III)) toxicity. The phage-host interplay promotes the spread of arsM among soil microbiota, enabling quick recovery of the bacterial community and enhancing arsenic methylation capability.
Correction
Ecology
Xiang Tang, Linrui Zhong, Lin Tang, Changzheng Fan, Baowei Zhang, Mier Wang, Haoran Dong, Chengyun Zhou, Christopher Rensing, Shungui Zhou, Guangming Zeng
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Hui Chen, Tao Cai, Wanyue Dong, Jiajia Wang, Yutang Liu, Wenlu Li, Xinxian Xia, Lin Tang
Summary: Excessive use of tetracycline in livestock farming has caused serious pollution. A new method proposed the catalytic thermal degradation of tetracycline using iron-based metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and studied the mechanism. The annealing derivatives of three Fe-based MOFs showed better degradation performance than the raw materials due to the exposure of Fe-O clusters and the formation of oxygen vacancies. The optimum sample exhibited a degradation efficiency of 94.22% for tetracycline within 60 minutes at 70 degrees C.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Chencheng Qin, Xiaodong Wu, Lin Tang, Xiaohong Chen, Miao Li, Yi Mou, Bo Su, Sibo Wang, Chengyang Feng, Jiawei Liu, Xingzhong Yuan, Yanli Zhao, Hou Wang
Summary: This study designs benzotrithiophene-based covalent organic frameworks with spatially separated redox centers for the photocatalytic production of hydrogen peroxide. The triazine-containing framework demonstrates high selectivity for H2O2 photogeneration, with a yield rate of 2111μMh(-1) and a solar-to-chemical conversion efficiency of 0.296%.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Chencheng Qin, Yi Yang, Xiaodong Wu, Long Chen, Zhaoli Liu, Lin Tang, Lai Lyu, Danlian Huang, Dongbo Wang, Chang Zhang, Xingzhong Yuan, Wen Liu, Hou Wang
Summary: The pre-designable structure and unique architectures of covalent organic frameworks (COFs) make them attractive as active and porous medium for water crisis. However, the regulation of interfacial behavior in advanced oxidation decontamination using functional basis with different metrics remains challenging. In this study, different molecular interfaces were pre-designed and fabricated to achieve high removal rates for micropollutants by breaking through the adsorption energy barrier and promoting inner-surface renewal.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lifei Deng, Yu Chen, Jiangfang Yu, Jie Yuan, Qili Peng, Yuyang Yi, Nile Wu, Lin Tang
Summary: Harmful algal blooms have become a global environmental problem. The synthesis of a novel floatable 3D sponge@SBC composite using biochar has shown excellent mechanical stability and catalytic performance in controlling algal blooms. The material also exhibits good repeatability in removing algae.
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)