Article
Environmental Sciences
Samuel J. Macaulay, Kimberly J. Hageman, Jeremy J. Piggott, Christoph D. Matthaei
Summary: The research highlights the differential toxicity of neonicotinoid insecticides to freshwater insects, with imidacloprid showing higher toxicity. This implies a need for stricter regulation to control its use. Furthermore, the study suggests that neonicotinoid mixtures may deviate from additive toxicity and exhibit complex interactions.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Keturah Kiper, Jennifer L. Freeman
Summary: This study investigated the effects of binary exposure to arsenic and lead on zebrafish development, and the results showed that the concentration addition (CA) model was a better predictor of the mixture interaction, exhibiting either additive response or synergism in different exposure scenarios.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ilzira A. Minigalieva, Vladimir G. Panov, Vladimir B. Gurvich, Larisa Privalova, Svetlana Klinova, Boris A. Katsnelson
Summary: Our study investigates the subchronic toxicity of binary mixtures of nanoparticles and finds that their combined toxicity can be either additive or deviate from it depending on the outcome, dose ratio, and levels of effect. We also successfully apply a previously developed approach for assessing the combined toxicity of metal ions to characterize the toxicity of ternary mixtures of nanoparticles.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Zaid Ulhassan, Javaid Akhter Bhat, Weijun Zhou, Ahmed M. Senan, Pravej Alam, Parvaiz Ahmad
Summary: Excessive arsenic accumulation in plant tissues can have toxic impacts on growth and human health. Engineered nanoparticles (ENPs) have been found to reduce arsenic accumulation and toxicity, but the mechanisms are not fully understood.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Biophysics
Loredana F. Leopold, Cristina Coman, Doina Clapa, Ioana Oprea, Alexandra Toma, Stefania D. Iancu, Lucian Barbu-Tudoran, Maria Suciu, Alexandra Ciorita, Adrian I. Cadis, Laura Elena Muresan, Ioana Mihaela Perhaita, Lucian Copolovici, Dana M. Copolovici, Florina Copaciu, Nicolae Leopold, Dan C. Vodnar, Vasile Coman
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of large-scale TiO2 and ZnO nanoparticles on in vitro-grown soybean plants. The results showed that ZnO nanoparticles exhibited higher toxicity compared to TiO2, leading to negative effects on plant growth and metabolic processes.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yu Wang, Shu-Shen Liu, Peng Huang, Ze-Jun Wang, Ya-Qian Xu
Summary: This study systematically evaluated the locomotion behavioral toxicities of carbamate pesticides (CMs) and organophosphorus pesticides (OPs) on Caenorhabditis elegans, and found that they produce significant inhibitory effects on the locomotion behavior of the nematodes, with OPs showing higher toxicity than CMs. Toxicological interactions in the binary CM and OP mixtures were found to be different from each other, highlighting the importance of examining multiple concentration ratios rather than relying on just one.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Hira Zafar, Rabia Javed, Muhammad Zia
Summary: Nanotechnology has been widely used in agricultural biotechnology due to its unique properties. However, the overuse of nanomaterials raises concerns about their fate and distribution in biological environments. Nanoparticles have both beneficial and adverse effects on plant health, leading to various eco-toxicological effects. This review article summarizes the factors, mechanisms, and risk assessment of the hazardous effects of nanoparticles on plants, and provides recommendations for designing safer nanomaterials for smarter agriculture.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nidhi Kandhol, Bharti Aggarwal, Ruchi Bansal, Nishat Parveen, Vijay Pratap Singh, Devendra Kumar Chauhan, Humira Sonah, Shivendra Sahi, Renato Grillo, Jose Peralta-Videa, Rupesh Deshmukh, Durgesh Kumar Tripathi
Summary: Technological and industrial advancements in the past decades have led to a significant decline in environmental and ecosystem quality due to the continuous release of pollutants. Arsenic is a hazardous metal that contaminates the environment and can cause critical diseases in humans and toxicity in plants even in small quantities. Recent studies suggest that nanoparticles can effectively mitigate arsenic-induced phytotoxicity by promoting plant growth through various physiological, biochemical, and molecular alterations.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Muhammad Rizwan, Shafaqat Ali, Muhammad Zia Ur Rehman, Muhammad Riaz, Muhammad Adrees, Afzal Hussain, Zahir Ahmad Zahir, Joerg Rinklebe
Summary: Nanoparticles applied in agriculture can greatly influence plant growth, nutrient uptake, and TE concentrations. They act by improving soil properties, reducing TE absorption, and enhancing plant antioxidant defense systems. Further research is needed to understand the mechanisms underlying NPs-mediated TEs immobilization and uptake in plants.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fu Chen, Arooj Bashir, Muhammad Zia ur Rehman, Muhammad Adrees, Muhammad Farooq Qayyum, Jing Ma, Muhammad Rizwan, Shafaqat Ali
Summary: This study investigated the effect of using berseem and/or maize residues as green manure, combined with foliar dressing of zinc oxide nanoparticles, on cadmium accumulation in wheat grown in Cd-contaminated soil. The results showed that the combined use of foliar NPs with berseem or maize residues at a concentration of 75 mg/kg significantly reduced the cadmium accumulation in wheat.
Article
Agronomy
Abolghassem Emamverdian, Abazar Ghorbani, Yang Li, Necla Pehlivan, James Barker, Yulong Ding, Guohua Liu, Meisam Zargar
Summary: Bamboo is nutritionally valuable globally due to its high calorie and nutritional fiber content and low cholesterol. However, it has been found that bamboo shoots also contain significant amounts of heavy metals, including arsenic. In this study, researchers investigated the possible attenuation of arsenic toxicity in bamboo plants through the co-application of iron oxide nanoparticles and selenium nanoparticles. The results showed that the co-application significantly improved antioxidant enzyme activities, total flavonoid and phenolic content, and various physiological and growth parameters of the bamboo plants. The most effective approach for increasing bamboo's ability to recover from arsenic toxicity was the concurrent use of selenium nanoparticles and iron oxide nanoparticles.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tengda Ding, Liyan Wei, Zhiman Yue, Shiqi Lin, Juying Li
Summary: In this study, the toxicity of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) on freshwater algae Euglena sp. was investigated, as well as their influence on the toxicity of two commonly detected personal care products, triclosan (TCS) and galaxolide (HHCB). LC-MS targeted metabolomics analysis revealed that AgNPs exerted a stress on the algal defense system under TCS exposure, but promoted the defense system under HHCB exposure. Furthermore, AgNPs mitigated the genetic toxicity of TCS or HHCB in Euglena sp. by accelerating DNA or RNA biosynthesis.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Qin Wang, Qing Chang, Mei Sun, Chenghao Liu, Jiahui Fan, Yijun Xie, Xiaoyong Deng
Summary: The study found that fluorescent ultra-small SiO2 NPs (US-FMSNs) could accumulate in zebrafish chorion, abdomen, and intestine, and the combined exposure of BPA and US-FMSNs had strong impacts on multiple toxic endpoints of zebrafish.
COMPARATIVE BIOCHEMISTRY AND PHYSIOLOGY C-TOXICOLOGY & PHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Qi Yu, Zhuang Wang, Guiyin Wang, Willie J. G. M. Peijnenburg, Martina G. Vijver
Summary: The study revealed that the joint toxicity of copper nanoparticles (CuNPs) and zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnONPs) was greater than the single toxicity of CuNPs or ZnONPs in Daphnia magna, displaying an additive or more-than-additive effect. The presence of Suwannee River natural organic matter (SR-NOM) did not significantly impact the joint toxicity of CuNPs + ZnONPs, but enhanced the accumulation of CuNPs or ZnONPs in D. magna exposed to the MNP mixtures. Dissolved Zn-ions released from the ZnONPs were found to dominate the joint toxicity of CuNPs + ZnONPs in the presence of SR-NOM.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiaolai Shi, Ruoyu Guo, Douding Lu, Pengbin Wang, Xinfeng Dai
Summary: This study investigated the toxic effects of a mixture of the environmental pollutants nickel and BDE-47 on the diatom Phaeodactylum tricornutum. The results showed that the mixture significantly decreased cell abundance and photosynthetic efficiency, while increasing reactive oxygen species production. The combined mixture had a stronger toxic effect compared to individual pollutants, and synergistic interactions were observed between BDE-47 and nickel. Transcriptomic analysis revealed that various metabolic processes in P. tricornutum were significantly affected by the mixture. This study provides evidence for the toxicity mechanisms of combined nickel and BDE-47 exposure and enhances our understanding of the ecological risks posed by toxic chemicals on microalgae.
Article
Thermodynamics
Wladyslaw Janusz, Ewa Skwarek, Dariusz Sternik, Stanislaw Pikus
Summary: Yttrium citrate was synthesized in aqueous environment through hydrothermal treatment. The product is crystalline yttrium citrate dihydrate, which undergoes thermal decomposition in synthetic air, releasing water and carbon dioxide.
JOURNAL OF THERMAL ANALYSIS AND CALORIMETRY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Izabela Joko, Magdalena Kusiak, Patryk Oleszczuk
Summary: The study aimed to evaluate the bioavailability and bioaccumulation of metal-based engineered nanoparticles in soils. Results showed that EDTA was the most effective extractant for metals, and the bioavailable metal concentrations were significantly higher in silt loam than sandy loam soil.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Krzysztof Rozylo, Wojciech Biszczak, Izabela Josko, Magdalena Kusiak, Michal swieca
Summary: The study investigated the effect of elicitors on yield, nutrient content, phenolics, and antioxidant properties of fully ripened winter wheat grain, as well as the expression of genes related to antioxidant enzymes. Elicitors like L-phenylalanine, hydrogen peroxide, and crickets powder showed potential to increase the functional value of the wheat grain, while potassium iodide and UV-C significantly reduced grain yield.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ewa Baranowska-Wojcik, Klaudia Gustaw, Dominik Szwajgier, Patryk Oleszczuk, Bozena Pawlikowska-Pawlega, Jaroslaw Pawelec, Justyna Kapral-Piotrowska
Summary: The study found that food-grade titanium dioxide has an impact on the growth of 17 strains of lactic acid bacteria in the human digestive tract, with most strains being affected at concentrations of 150 and 300 mg/L. Different types and concentrations of titanium dioxide can result in varying growth responses among different bacterial strains.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gracja Fijalkowska, Malgorzata Wisniewska, Katarzyna Szewczuk-Karpisz, Katarzyna Jedruchniewicz, Patryk Oleszczuk
Summary: Heavy metals such as lead(II) can remain in soil for a long time and their toxicity to living organisms can be reduced by immobilization with organic, mineral or polymeric substances. The presence of anionic polyacrylamide and the internal structure of aluminosilicate were found to affect the adsorption efficiency of lead(II) ions.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Magdalena Konczak, Anna Siatecka, Michael A. Nazarkovsky, Bozena Czech, Patryk Oleszczuk
Summary: The study demonstrates that converting bio-wastes into biochars is an effective environmental solution with high adsorption capacity. By converting different types of bio-wastes into biochars, the adsorption behavior of fulvic acids can be effectively controlled. The results show that biochars derived from sewage sludge have the highest adsorption capacity for fulvic acids.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Izabela Josko, Magdalena Kusiak, Baoshan Xing, Patryk Oleszczuk
Summary: The study aimed to analyze the fate of binary mixtures of CuO and ZnO ENPs in a soil-plant system and found that after combined treatment of ENPs, the extractable concentrations of Cu and Zn were lower than upon individual exposure in the bulk soil. There was an opposite trend for metal salts.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Jian Zhang, Ni Zhang, Filip M. G. Tack, Shinjiro Sato, Daniel S. Alessi, Patryk Oleszczuk, Hailong Wang, Xiaozhi Wang, Shengsen Wang
Summary: This paper systematically reviewed the modification techniques of OMC, including nonmetallic doping modification and the impregnation of nano-metals and metal oxides. The reaction conditions play a critical role in the removal performance of contaminants onto OMC. The study also investigated the removal of a range of contaminants by both pristine and modified OMC.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Izabela Josko, Magdalena Kusiak, Patryk Oleszczuk, Michal Swieca, Magdalena Konczak, Malgorzata Sikora
Summary: The study highlights the joint effects of engineered nanoparticles (ENPs) in soil-plant system. The co-exposure of ENPs led to lower extractable metal concentrations in soil compared to single treatments, while the opposite combined effect was observed for metal salts. Enzyme activity was dependent on various factors such as type, sources of metal, duration and type of exposure.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Izabela Josko, Patrycja Krasucka, Ewa Skwarek, Patryk Oleszczuk, Mohamed Sheteiwy
Summary: The research examined the co-existence of different ENPs in soil and their effects on metal extractability and toxicity. The study revealed distinct joint effect patterns of ENPs, emphasizing the need for more in-depth investigation of the mechanisms of activity of ENPs mixtures in soil.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Agnieszka Krzyszczak, Michal Dybowski, Izabela Josko, Magdalena Kusiak, Malgorzata Sikora, Bozena Czech
Summary: The impact of biochar on barley growth was assessed, and it was found that despite the low concentration of PAHs and their derivatives, oxidative stress was still induced in the plants.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Magdalena Kusiak, Patryk Oleszczuk, Izabela Josko
Summary: The review explores the development and implementation of nanotechnology in crop production, specifically focusing on nano-sensors, nanopesticides, and nano-fertilizers. Engineered nanomaterials are expected to be more efficient agrochemicals than conventional agents, but their growing production and usage also lead to environmental spread and both positive and negative effects on plants.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wladyslaw Janusz, Ewa Skwarek, Volodymyr Sydorchuk, Svitlana Khalameida
Summary: This paper presents the mechanical, microwave, and hydrothermal methods used to modify zirconium phosphate samples in order to enhance its adsorption affinity for Ag (I) ions. Ultrasonic microwaves were found to increase the concentration of phosphate groups on the surface of microwave-modified zirconium phosphate, resulting in a stronger affinity for Ag+ ions. The study demonstrates the effectiveness of microwave treatment in improving the adsorption properties of zirconium phosphate.
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)
