Article
Environmental Sciences
Haonan Wang, Peng Chen, Shixuan Zhang, Jiwei Jiang, Tao Hua, Fengxiang Li
Summary: The study demonstrated that pyrene can be effectively degraded in single-chamber air-cathode microbial fuel cells (MFCs), but the addition of pyrene reduces the electrical performance of MFCs and suppresses power output. Additionally, the proportion of Alcaligenes and Stenotrophomonas in the anodic microbial community increases with the increase in pyrene concentration, potentially explaining the high degradation rate of pyrene.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Wilgince Apollon
Summary: This article introduces the latest advancements in the design, operation mode, and electricity and fuel production capacity of microbial fuel cells (MFCs) in bioelectrochemical systems (BESs). MFCs can generate sustainable energy from wastewater and waste materials, reducing environmental pollution and energy consumption and treatment costs. However, the implementation of MFCs still faces challenges and further efforts are needed to achieve commercial viability.
Review
Environmental Sciences
M. Amirul Islam, Ahasanul Karim, Baranitharan Ethiraj, Topu Raihan, Md. Maksudur Rahman Khan, Abudukeremu Kadier, Saleh Al Nadhari, Abeer A. Al-Masri, Fuad Ameen
Summary: Microbial mutualistic interaction or synthetic microbiology, derived from the concept of cell-cell relations in a complex microbial community, has important applications in waste degradation, bioremediation, and bioenergy generation. Synthetic microbial consortia have shown superior performance in bioremediation compared to single strains of microbes for various pollutants. However, a comprehensive understanding of intermicrobial interactions and metabolic pathways in mixed-cultured microbial community systems is still lacking. This study reviews the possible pathways for intermicrobial communication and discusses the influence of mutualistic interactions on power generation and wastewater biodegradation.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Priyakant Pushkar, Arvind Kumar Mungray
Summary: The study showed that sediment height, anode size, and chamber volume can impact the diffusion impedance and power density in benthic microbial fuel cells (BMFCs), suggesting practical implications for improving energy generation efficiency. Microbial consortia were found to play a crucial role in mass transport phenomena and electrochemical diffusion in BMFCs.
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES AND ASSESSMENTS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shentan Liu, Zuo Wang, Xiaojuan Feng, Sang-Hyun Pyo
Summary: An innovative design of MER coupled with IAF-PMFC was developed for azo dye wastewater treatment and electricity generation. The sequential degradation of azo dye and the feasibility of energy self-sufficiency were assessed. The combined system achieved high decolorization efficiency and COD removal, even at high dye concentration. The MER/IAF-PMFC technology can simultaneously realize refractory wastewater treatment and balance of electricity production and consumption.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Nnaemeka J. N. Nnaji, Christopher U. Sonde, Obianuju L. Nwanji, Godwin C. Ezeh, Abraham U. Onuigbo, Adamma M. Ojukwu, Precious C. Mbah, Abosede Omowumi Adewumi, Edith C. Unoka, Jude O. Otedo, Thereasa U. Onuegbu
Summary: Carbonized Dacryodes edulis leaf (CDEL) obtained at 250 degrees C was found to be an effective biosorbent for the removal of methylene blue (MB) dye from aqueous solutions. CDEL exhibited good adsorption performance and contained important nutritional elements. The study also showed that CDEL remained effective after multiple adsorption-desorption cycles, indicating its potential for recycling.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Fatemeh Oveisi, Narges Fallah, Bahram Nasernejad
Summary: This study demonstrated the efficient treatment of styrene-contaminated wastewater and bioelectricity production using MFC system. Adapted activated sludge showed higher degradation rate and power generation in the MFC, achieving 100% styrene removal.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yanqiang Tang, Jiafeng Chen, Zhixing Xiao, Zheming Liu, Lei Xu, Qingdong Qin, Yuqiao Wang, Yan Xu
Summary: This study investigates the use of solid-phase redox mediators to enhance extracellular electron transfer in a bioelectrochemical system. The results show that biochar and humin greatly accelerate the dechlorination of 2,4,6-TCP. Different mediators also stimulate different electroactive bacteria.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hao Wang, Hui Yun, Xiaodan Ma, Minghan Li, Mengyuan Qi, Ling Wang, Zhiling Li, Shuhong Gao, Yu Tao, Bin Liang, Aijie Wang
Summary: This study investigated the bioelectrochemical catabolism of the emerging contaminant TCC in domestic wastewater and its subsequent mineralization. The microbial degradation of TCC to chloroanilines and CO2 was achieved through the adaptation of specific microbial communities. The addition of TCC enhanced the synergistic effect within functional microbial communities. This study provides a new approach for the efficient removal of TCC from domestic wastewater using a green and low-carbon bioelectrochemical method.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Linjie Gao, Dong Wei, Sherif Ismail, Zhibin Wang, Amro El-Baz, Shou-Qing Ni
Summary: In this study, a single chamber microbial fuel cell (MFC) was used as an influent device for a partial nitrification-sequencing batch reactor (PN-SBR), achieving integrated COD removal and partial nitrification. After 80 days of operation, the nitrite accumulation rate reached 93%, while the COD removal efficiency was 56%. The study also revealed the microbial interaction between MFC and partial nitrification, providing a new strategy for stable ammonia and nitrite supply for mainstream anammox plants.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Abdelrhman Mohamed, Hannah M. Zmuda, Phuc T. Ha, Erik R. Coats, Haluk Beyenal
Summary: The combinatio of polarized electrodes with microbial fuel cells has led to the development of a switchable dual-mode bioelectrochemical wastewater treatment system, showing improved COD removal efficiency in both laboratory and pilot scale systems.
BIOELECTROCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Mickael Rimboud, Luc Etcheverry, Mohamed Barakat, Wafa Achouak, Alain Bergel, Marie-Line Delia
Summary: Microbial anodes and oxygen reducing microbial cathodes were designed separately and then combined to form two-compartment microbial fuel cells. The MFCs produced significant power density in a hypersaline medium, with Desulfuromonas sp. identified as key species of the anodes. The efficiency of the cathodes was linked to the development of a redox system centered at a certain voltage and the presence of specific phylogenetically linked bacteria. Comparing different MFCs' performances suggested that maintaining longer polarization at a certain voltage could promote growth of specific bacteria on the cathode and enhance MFC performance.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Haixia Du, Zongping Shao
Summary: Microbial fuel cells (MFCs) are an attractive technology for converting organic waste into electrical power. This study investigated the impact of mixing solid potato waste (SPW) and waste activated sludge (WAS) to enhance waste-to-power conversion in MFCs. The results showed that a mixing ratio of 6:1 between SPW and WAS produced the highest current and power densities. Mixing smaller ratios of WAS significantly increased the coulombic efficiency. The study provides a promising strategy for enhancing energy recovery from SPW in MFCs.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xu-Jing Liu, Ming-Fei Li, Sandip K. Singh
Summary: The study successfully prepared an adsorbent from lignin-derived biochar modified with MnO2, which showed significantly enhanced adsorption capacity for methylene blue dye. The modified biochar exhibited higher efficiency and decolorization rate in removing methylene blue, demonstrating potential application in reducing environmental pollution.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiaorui Li, Hongliang Dai, Ting Han, Zechong Guo, Hui Li, Xingang Wang, Haq Nawaz Abbasi
Summary: This research investigates the biodegradation of X-3B in a microbial fuel cell (MFC) and explores the effects of dye concentration and circuit connectivity on the MFC's performance. The results show that there is a synergistic effect between electrode reaction and biodegradation, and the relative abundance of the microbial community is influenced by dye concentration and circuit connection.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Sonam Paliya, Ashootosh Mandpe, Manukonda Suresh Kumar, Sunil Kumar, Rakesh Kumar
Summary: This study assesses the contamination of polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in municipal solid waste (MSW) dumping sites in India and evaluates the associated exposure and health risks. The results show that PBDE concentrations are higher in dumping sites of more populous cities, and children have a higher risk of exposure and health effects compared to adults.
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOCHEMISTRY AND HEALTH
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Deepti Surana, Juhi Gupta, Satyawati Sharma, Sunil Kumar, Pooja Ghosh
Summary: In recent years, there has been increased attention to the presence of endocrine disrupting compounds (EDCs) in aquatic environments, due to their toxic effects on both humans and aquatic animals. Currently, there are no regulations or discharge limits for EDCs, and conventional treatment processes are unable to efficiently remove them. This review paper discusses the occurrence, fate, toxicity, and various treatment processes for EDC removal, with a focus on the use of agri-waste based adsorption technologies. The findings suggest that these low-cost and readily available adsorbents can effectively remove EDCs, and the challenges and future prospects of their use are also discussed.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Ashootosh Mandpe, Sonam Paliya, Vidyadhar V. Gedam, Shubham Patel, Lakshay Tyagi, Sunil Kumar
Summary: The concept of circular economy is seen as a solution to India's solid waste management issues, with the potential for significant economic value. This study examines current waste management practices and evaluates the feasibility of implementing circular economy as a solution. The importance of incorporating circular economy into India's waste management sector is emphasized.
WASTE MANAGEMENT & RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Deval Singh, Mamta Tembhare, Nitesh Machhirake, Sunil Kumar
Summary: The demand for efficient and productive food supply chain is increasing rapidly due to the growth of the world population. Anaerobic digestion of discarded food waste residue along with buffer substrate could be a sustainable way to convert waste to energy. In this study, different substrate combinations were prepared and tested for methane production potential. The best prediction efficiency for methane yield was achieved using an artificial neural network.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Song-Jeng Huang, Kavya Arun Dwivedi, Sunil Kumar, Chin-Tsan Wang, Asheesh Kumar Yadav
Summary: The power performance of dual-chamber microbial fuel cells (MFCs) with two different types of base anodes (graphite felt and activated carbon cloth) coated with NiO/MnO2 for the removal of Norfloxacin (NFX) in wastewater was tested. The application of transition metal oxides in MFCs significantly improved the extracellular electron transfer, leading to reduced internal resistance and enhanced biocompatibility. The NiO/MnO2 coated graphite felt and activated carbon cloth exhibited 1.2-fold and 1.3-fold better performance, respectively.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Satarupa Dey, Uttpal Anand, Vineet Kumar, Sunil Kumar, Mimosa Ghorai, Arabinda Ghosh, Nishi Kant, S. Suresh, Sayan Bhattacharya, Elza Bontempi, Sartaj Ahmad Bhat, Abhijit Dey
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a significant increase in plastic waste, such as disposable gloves, masks, tissues, and other PPE. Improper management of healthcare waste poses serious health hazards and challenges for solid waste management authorities. The incineration of COVID-19 medical waste generates microplastic particles, dioxins, furans, and toxic metals, which pose a threat to human and animal health. Degradation of microplastics by microorganisms can be a sustainable solution to mitigate the microplastic pollution caused by the pandemic.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Rahul Tiwari, Rahul Mishra, Akansha Choubey, Sunil Kumar, A. E. Atabani, Irfan Anjum Badruddin, T. M. Yunus Khan
Summary: Given the rapid growth of the aviation sector, finding sustainable ways to meet the demand is crucial. Biojet fuels, considered more renewable and less polluting than traditional jet fuel, have the potential to be an effective substitute, but the high price of feedstock and limited supply are the main obstacles to widespread adoption.
Article
Microbiology
Pooja Sharma, Ashok Kumar Nadda, Sunil Kumar
Summary: This study aimed to improve the degradation of organic pollutants in municipal solid waste (MSW) through the bio-stimulation process. The results showed that the physico-chemical properties of MSW were improved and major organic pollutants were degraded after the biostimulation process. These findings provide valuable information for preventing soil pollution and protecting health.
MICROBIOLOGICAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Deblina Dutta, Rahul Rautela, Lohit Kumar Srinivas Gujjala, Debajyoti Kundu, Pooja Sharma, Mamta Tembhare, Sunil Kumar
Summary: E-waste management is a global concern due to the increase in end-of-life electrical and electronic equipment (EEEs). Improper disposal of EEE has negative impacts on the environment and human health. Various studies have been conducted on metal recovery processes from E-waste using pyrometallurgy, hydrometallurgy, and biometallurgy. This review provides a comprehensive summary of these processes, their advantages, and limitations. It also includes a bibliometric study and discusses the circular economic approach to sustainable E-waste management.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rahul Mishra, Aman Kumar, Ekta Singh, Sunil Kumar
Summary: The disposal of plastic waste is a global issue that affects the environment and mankind. Thermochemical recycling techniques, particularly pyrolysis, have been extensively researched to convert waste plastics into value-added products. Catalytic pyrolysis is used to produce higher quantities of fuel, and various catalysts are employed for this purpose. This Perspective provides an overview of recent developments in catalytic pyrolysis, focusing on the impact on product yields and composition, as well as the potential applications. It also includes a thorough review of techno-economic assessment.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Editorial Material
Environmental Sciences
Vineet Kumar, Sunil Kumar, Juliana Heloisa Pine Americo-Pinheiro, Meththika Vinthange, Farooq Sher
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Vikas Menon, Swati Sharma, Shreya Gupta, Anujit Ghosal, Ashok Kumar Nadda, Rajan Jose, Pooja Sharma, Sunil Kumar, Pardeep Singh, Pankaj Raizada
Summary: Synthetic plastics were invented for human convenience due to their lightweight, durability, elasticity, moldability, affordability, and hydrophobicity. However, their non-biodegradability and accumulation pose significant threats to the environment and living beings. Microplastics of various types are entering water bodies and food chains, causing harm to organisms and inducing inflammation, metabolism disturbance, and necrosis in cells and tissues. This review discusses the generation routes, impacts, identification, and treatment of microplastics and highlights potential detection techniques for microplastics in water samples.
Review
Energy & Fuels
Sartaj Ahmad Bhat, Vineet Kumar, Sunil Kumar, A. E. Atabani, Irfan Anjum Badruddin, Kyu-Jung Chae
Summary: This article discusses the new developments in producing high-value activated porous carbon from various wastes for supercapacitor usage. The use of waste materials for activated carbon production has grown recently due to its affordability, economic feasibility, and as an effective solution to waste management. Different types of waste materials, including palm, plastic, E-waste, tea, agricultural, and animal wastes, have shown potential as starting material for activated carbon in supercapacitors. The advantages of using waste materials for energy storage are explored, along with the steps involved in preparing activated carbon. The economic aspect of supercapacitor production from waste materials is highlighted, along with the future potential for supercapacitor applications.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Deval Singh, Anil Kumar Dikshit, Sunil Kumar
Summary: The rapid increase in municipal solid waste in developing countries is causing environmental problems such as contamination of air, water, and soil. The current management of waste faces challenges such as lack of technology, strategic management, social awareness, and public participation. Efforts have been made globally to develop systematic collection and transportation methods using advanced technology, but few studies have addressed this issue in low- and middle-income countries due to a lack of reliable resources and data. This paper discusses the challenges in collection and transportation methods and highlights the application of information communication technology in monitoring and managing waste.
WASTE MANAGEMENT & RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Akansha Gupta, Pooja Ghosh, Kalpana Arora, Satyawati Sharma, Sunil Kumar
Summary: Pines are important for global forest biodiversity and produce a large amount of forest litter. Dry pine needles can easily catch fire due to their low ignition temperature and friction with the ground. Forest fires in northern India have significant economic and environmental impacts, causing damage to biodiversity and livelihoods. Pine needles have potential applications in industries such as pulp-making, pharmaceuticals, and food due to the presence of useful compounds. Additionally, pine needles can be utilized for biofuel production, bio-pesticides, and other environmental protection purposes.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yinping Xiang, Meiying Jia, Rui Xu, Jialu Xu, Lele He, Haihao Peng, Weimin Sun, Dongbo Wang, Weiping Xiong, Zhaohui Yang
Summary: This study investigated the impact of the non-antibiotic pharmaceutical carbamazepine on antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) during anaerobic digestion. The results showed that carbamazepine induced the enrichment of ARGs and increased the abundance of bacteria carrying these genes. It also facilitated microbial aggregation and intercellular communication, leading to an increased frequency of ARGs transmission. Moreover, carbamazepine promoted the acquisition of ARGs by pathogens and elevated their overall abundance.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Agricultural Engineering
Weixin Zhao, Tianyi Hu, Hao Ma, Dan Li, Qingliang Zhao, Junqiu Jiang, Liangliang Wei
Summary: This review summarizes the effects and potential mechanisms of biochar on microbial behavior in AD systems. The addition of biochar has been found to promote microbial colonization, alleviate stress, provide nutrients, and enhance enzyme activity. Future research directions include targeted design of biochar, in-depth study of microbial mechanisms, and improved models.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Agricultural Engineering
Christina Karmann, Anna Magrova, Pavel Jenicek, Jan Bartacek, Vojtech Kouba
Summary: This review assesses nitrogen removal technologies in reject water treatment, highlighting the differences in environmental impacts and economic benefits. Partial nitritation-anammox shows potential for economic benefits and positive environmental outcomes when operated and controlled properly.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Wei-Hao Huang, Ying-Ju Chang, Duu-Jong Lee
Summary: This study modified pinecone biochar with layered double hydroxide (LDH) to enhance its adsorption capacity for heavy metal and phosphate ions. The LDH-biochar showed significantly improved adsorption capacities for Pb2+ and phosphate, and a slight increase for Cu2+ and Co2+. The LDH layer enhanced the adsorption through various mechanisms.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Chao Song, Fanfan Cai, Shuang Yang, Ligong Wang, Guangqing Liu, Chang Chen
Summary: This paper developed a machine learning model to predict the biochemical methane potential during anaerobic digestion. Model analysis identified lignin content, organic loading, and nitrogen content as key attributes for methane production prediction. For feedstocks with high cellulose content, early methane production is lower but can be improved by prolonging digestion time. Moreover, lignin content exceeding a certain value significantly inhibits methane production.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Sang Min Lee, Ju Young Lee, Ji-Sook Hahn, Seung-Ho Baek
Summary: This study successfully developed an efficient platform strain using Yarrowia lipolytica for the bioconversion of renewable resources into adipic acid, achieving a remarkable increase in production level.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Sefkan Kendir, Matthias Franzreb
Summary: This study presents a novel approach using magnetic separation to efficiently harvest freshwater microalgae, Chlorella vulgaris. By combining pH-induced calcium phosphate precipitation with cheap natural magnetite microparticles, harvesting efficiencies up to 98% were achieved in the model medium.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Ishaq Kariim, Ji-Yeon Park, Wajahat Waheed Kazmi, Hulda Swai, In-Gu Lee, Thomas Kivevele
Summary: The impact of reaction temperature, residence time, and ethanol: acetone on the energy compositions and yield enhancement of biocrudes was investigated. The results showed that under appropriate conditions, biocrudes with high energy and low oxygen content can be obtained, indicating a high potential for utilization.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xiyue Zhang, Xiyao Li, Liang Zhang, Yongzhen Peng
Summary: Intermittent aeration is an innovative approach to enhance nitrogen removal in low carbon-to-nitrogen ratio municipal sewage, providing an efficient strategy for the continuous plug-flow AOA process.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xu Yang, Mahmoud Mazarji, Mengtong Li, Aohua Li, Ronghua Li, Zengqiang Zhang, Junting Pan
Summary: This study investigated the impact of magnetite on the nitrogen cycle of pig manure biostabilisation. The addition of magnetite increased N2O emissions and decreased NH3 emissions during composting. It also increased the total nitrogen content but should be considered for its significant increase in N2O emissions in engineering practice.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Agricultural Engineering
Ty Shitanaka, Haylee Fujioka, Muzammil Khan, Manpreet Kaur, Zhi-Yan Du, Samir Kumar Khanal
Summary: The market value of microalgae has exponentially increased in the past two decades, thanks to their applications in various industries. However, the supply of high-value microalgal bioproducts is limited due to several factors, and strategies are being explored to overcome these limitations and improve microalgae production, thus increasing the availability of algal-derived bioproducts in the market.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Martin Kerner, Thorsten Wolff, Torsten Brinkmann
Summary: The efficiency of using enriched CO2 from flue gas for large-scale production of green microalgae has been studied. The results show that the use of membrane devices and static mixers can effectively improve the CO2 recovery rate and maintain the suitable pH and temperature during cultivation, achieving a more economical and sustainable microalgae production.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Rui Ma, Ji Li, Rd Tyagi, Xiaolei Zhang
Summary: This review summarizes the microorganisms capable of using CO2 and CH4 to produce PHAs, illustrating the production process, factors influencing it, and discussing optimization techniques. It identifies the challenges and future prospects for developing economically viable PHAs production using GHGs as a carbon source.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Bing Wang, Peng Zhang, Xu Guo, Xu Bao, Junjie Tian, Guomin Li, Jian Zhang
Summary: The addition of zeolite in the co-composting of chicken manure and straw significantly reduced the emissions of ammonia and N2O, and increased the nitrate content. Zeolite also promoted the abundance of nitrification genes and inhibited the expression of denitrification genes.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Rohit Dey, Franziska Ortiz Tena, Song Wang, Josef Martin Messmann, Christian Steinweg, Claudia Thomsen, Clemens Posten, Stefan Leu, Matthias S. Ullrich, Laurenz Thomsen
Summary: This study investigated the operation of a 1000L microalgae-based membrane photobioreactor system for continuous secondary wastewater treatment. The research focused on a green microalgae strain called Desmodesmus sp. The study aimed to understand key trends and optimization strategies by conducting experiments in both summer and winter seasons. The findings showed that maintaining low cell concentrations during periods of light inhibition was beneficial for nutrient uptake rates. Effective strategies for enhancing algae-based wastewater treatment included cell mass recycling and adjusting dilution rates based on light availability.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
