Article
Physics, Multidisciplinary
J. Misek, J. Jakus, K. Hamza Sladicekova, L. Zastko, M. Veternik, V. Jakusova, I. Belyaev
Summary: Cell phones expose significant parts of the human brain and head to extremely low frequency (ELF) magnetic fields (MF) classified by the IARC as a 2B carcinogen. Measurements and simulations showed that the ELF MF emitted by cell phones can reach levels comparable to those known to induce biological and health effects, including carcinogenesis. Understanding the exposure and combined effects of radiofrequency and ELF electromagnetic fields is important for future studies.
FRONTIERS IN PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Raffaella Lazzarini, Maria Elexpuru-Zabaleta, Francesco Piva, Matteo Giulietti, Gianluca Fulgenzi, Maria Fiorella Tartaglione, Laura Zingaretti, Adriano Tagliabracci, Matteo Valentino, Lory Santarelli, Massimo Bracci
Summary: This study analyzed the effects of exposure to extremely low-frequency electromagnetic fields (ELF-MF) on breast cancer cells. The results showed that ELF-MF increased cell viability, cellular morphology, oxidative stress response, and altered proteomic profile in breast cancer cells. Moreover, ELF-MF exposure also affected cell adhesion, migration, and invasion abilities, as well as induced changes in mitochondrial function.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Muhammad Waseem Khan, Jukka Juutilainen, Anssi Auvinen, Jonne Naarala, Eero Pukkala, Paivi Roivainen
Summary: Research has shown increased risk of leukemia in children living near power lines, but results on adult hematological malignancies and brain tumors are inconclusive. This study found that exposure to extremely low frequency magnetic fields decreased the risk of most hematological neoplasms, with a positive association only observed for acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL).
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYGIENE AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
(2021)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Rebecca Georgakopoulou, Oraianthi Fiste, Theodoros N. Sergentanis, Angeliki Andrikopoulou, Flora Zagouri, Maria Gavriatopoulou, Theodora Psaltopoulou, Efstathios Kastritis, Evangelos Terpos, Meletios A. Dimopoulos
Summary: Studies on the association between occupational exposure and risk of multiple myeloma suggest a significantly increased risk for firefighters, hairdressers, and employees exposed to engine exhaust, while farming and methylene chloride exposure are non-significantly correlated with the disease. Further epidemiological studies are needed for a more accurate understanding of disease occurrence in working populations.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Review
Neurosciences
Haoyang Tian, Haozheng Zhu, Chenhao Gao, Mingxia Shi, Dekun Yang, Mingyu Jin, Fenghua Wang, Xiaohong Sui
Summary: During the past decades, the potential effects of extremely low-frequency electromagnetic fields (ELF-EMFs) on human health have gained significant attention worldwide. While there have been guidelines for magnetic field limits, further research is needed to explore the long-term effects of ELF-EMFs on organisms and systems, particularly the induced electrotherapy and potential impacts on human health under different frequencies and fields. This article systematically reviews the in vivo experimental outcomes and corresponding mechanisms to provide insights into the safety considerations of ELF-EMFs and advance the future application of electrotherapy in human health.
FRONTIERS IN NEUROSCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Cell Biology
Mojdeh Barati, Behrad Darvishi, Mohammad Amin Javidi, Ali Mohammadian, Seyed Peyman Shariatpanahi, Mohammad Reza Eisavand, Alireza Madjid Ansari
Summary: The induction of apoptosis in exposed cells by ELF-EMF is controversial, with studies showing conflicting results. The cellular stress response following ELF-EMF exposure may play a critical role in modulating apoptotic effects, highlighting the key factor influencing discrepancies in observations.
CELL PROLIFERATION
(2021)
Article
Biology
Sebastian Shepherd, Christopher W. Jackson, Suleiman M. Sharkh, Hitoshi Aonuma, Eugenio E. Oliveira, Philip L. Newland
Summary: Research shows that exposure to 50 Hz electromagnetic fields can significantly impact the wingbeat frequency of locusts in a field strength-dependent manner, with effects varying based on the locust's initial frequency. During exposure to 50 Hz EMFs, locusts had their wingbeat frequencies entrained to a 2:5 ratio of the applied EMF cycles. Moreover, exposure to ELF EMFs near normal wingbeat frequency caused locusts to synchronize with the exact frequency of the applied field.
BIOELECTROMAGNETICS
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Sumou Hu, Hui Xie, Zhangming Li
Summary: This paper addresses the challenge of Sommerfeld numerical integration in the near-field region by introducing a quasi-static approximation method. It examines the propagation of electromagnetic fields using a horizontal electric dipole model and provides approximations for electromagnetic field propagation in the near region. Experimental findings highlight the presence of lateral waves as the primary mode of electromagnetic wave propagation at the seawater-air boundary.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Zahra Panjali, Parviz Abdolmaleki, Behnam Hajipour-Verdom, Omar Hahad, Rezvan Zendehdel
Summary: This study investigated the toxicity of co-exposure to PM and ELF-MF on human lung cells and evaluated the toxicity mechanisms using multiple indicators. The results showed that co-exposure could reduce oxidative stress and DNA damage levels.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Dan Stratton, Memory Malibha-Pinchbeck, Jameel Inal
Summary: Extra Low-frequency Magnetic Fields (ELF-MFs) significantly enhance cellular uptake of methotrexate by inducing transient plasma membrane pores/damage. This study demonstrates that using ELF-MFs can achieve similar outcomes as normal therapeutic doses with significantly smaller doses of methotrexate. ELF-MFs also increase cell proliferation and decrease cell migration, suggesting potential applications in tumor treatment.
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ju-Hyun Park, Sangjun Choi, Dong-Hee Koh, Jihoon Park, Won Kim, Dong-Uk Park
Summary: This study characterized the peak exposure to extremely low-frequency magnetic fields (ELF-MF) among semiconductor workers based on the type of factory, operation, and job. The results showed that workers in diffusion, ion implantation, module, and chip testing were exposed to ELF-MF levels higher than 0.5 µT throughout their working hours. The highest peak levels of ELF-MF exposure were observed among engineers maintaining electric facilities in semiconductor operations.
ANNALS OF WORK EXPOSURES AND HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Biology
Fatemeh Aalami Zavareh, Soheila Abdi, Maliheh Entezari
Summary: The study found that the cell viability of AGS cells decreased under exposure to 0.2 and 2 mT EMFs. Additionally, up-regulation of miR-144 and miR-375 was observed in AGS cells under the exposure of magnetic fields. The results suggest that weak and moderate intermittent 50 Hz ELF-EMFs can induce changes in miRNA expression.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RADIATION BIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Maryam Sadat Nezamtaheri, Bahram Goliaei, Seyed Peyman Shariatpanahi, Alireza Madjid Ansari
Summary: The impact of extremely low-frequency electromagnetic field (ELF-EMF) on living cells is specific and depends on the biological state of the cell. Long-term exposure to ELF-EMF inhibits proliferation and induces cell death and morphological changes in adherent cells. Suspended cells differentiate and decrease in number after exposure to ELF-EMF.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Osman Cerezci, Baha Kanberoglu, Suayb Cagri Yener
Summary: This study conducted electromagnetic field measurements in a cleaning product manufacturing factory, aiming to assess the levels of occupational electromagnetic field and provide recommendations for risk reduction and a healthier working environment.
RADIATION PROTECTION DOSIMETRY
(2022)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Carlotta Zunarelli, Alessandro Godono, Giovanni Visci, Francesco S. Violante, Paolo Boffetta
Summary: Limited information is available on the carcinogenicity of asbestos on non-respiratory organs, and our study found no association between occupational asbestos exposure and the risk of kidney cancer.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Thomas Behrens, Calvin Ge, Roel Vermeulen, Benjamin Kendzia, Ann Olsson, Joachim Schuez, Hans Kromhout, Beate Pesch, Susan Peters, Luetzen Portengen, Per Gustavsson, Dario Mirabelli, Pascal Guenel, Daniele Luce, Dario Consonni, Neil E. Caporaso, Maria Teresa Landi, John K. Field, Stefan Karrasch, Heinz-Erich Wichmann, Jack Siemiatycki, Marie-Elise Parent, Lorenzo Richiardi, Lorenzo Simonato, Karl-Heinz Joeckel, Wolfgang Ahrens, Hermann Pohlabeln, Guillermo Fernandez-Tardon, David Zaridze, John R. McLaughlin, Paul A. Demers, Beata Swiatkowska, Jolanta Lissowska, Tamas Pandics, Eleonora Fabianova, Dana Mates, Vladimir Bencko, Lenka Foretova, Vladimir Janout, Paolo Boffetta, Bas Bueno-de-Mesquita, Francesco Forastiere, Kurt Straif, Thomas Bruening
Summary: Limited evidence exists regarding the exposure-effect relationship between lung-cancer risk and hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)) or nickel. This study found that occupational exposure to Cr(VI) and nickel was associated with lung-cancer risks, particularly in men. In men, the highest quartile of cumulative exposure to CR(VI) and nickel were both significantly associated with increased odds ratios for lung cancer.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CANCER
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Hilde Ridderseth, Dagrun Slettebo Daltveit, Bjorg Eli Hollund, Jorunn Kirkeleit, Hans Kromhout, Kirsti Kruger, Kari Aasbo, Magne Bratveit
Summary: This study aimed to assess short-term benzene exposure from common work tasks on offshore installations in Norway and identify determinants of exposure. The highest exposure was observed during pipeline inspection gauge (PIG) operation, and task-based benzene exposure declined annually from 2002 to 2018.
ANNALS OF WORK EXPOSURES AND HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pauline Kiss, Myrna M. T. de Rooij, Gerard H. Koppelman, Jolanda Boer, Judith M. Vonk, Roel Vermeulen, Lenny Hogerwerf, Hendrika A. M. Sterk, Anke Huss, Lidwien A. M. Smit, Ulrike Gehring
Summary: This study found that adolescents living closer to livestock farms had lower lung function compared to those living farther away. There is an association between closer proximity to farms and poorer lung function.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Hicham Zilaout, Remko Houba, Hans Kromhout
Summary: This study examines long-term trends in the variability of occupational exposure, specifically respirable dust and respirable quartz concentrations within the European industrial minerals sector. The European Industrial Minerals Association's Dust Monitoring Program (IMA-DMP) collected approximately 40,000 personal full-shift measurements since 2000. The study found that day-to-day variability played a major role, with within-worker variability higher for respirable quartz than for respirable dust. Meanwhile, between-worker variability decreased over time, but within-worker variability showed downward and upward temporal trends for both respirable dust and respirable quartz concentrations.
ANNALS OF WORK EXPOSURES AND HEALTH
(2023)
News Item
Oncology
Russell C. Cattley, Hans Kromhout, Meng Sun, Erik J. Tokar, Mohamed A-E Abdallah, Alison K. Bauer, Kendra R. Broadwater, Laura Campo, Emanuela Corsini, Keith A. Houck, Gaku Ichihara, Michiharu Matsumoto, Simone Morais, Jaroslav Mraz, Tetsuo Nomiyama, Kristen Ryan, Huizhong Shen, Takeshi Toyoda, Kirsi Vahakangas, Marianna G. Yakubovskaya, Il Je Yu, Nathan L. DeBono, Aline de Conti, Fatiha El Ghissassi, Federica Madia, Heidi Mattock, Elisa Pasqual, Eero Suonio, Roland Wedekind, Lamia Benbrahim-Tallaa, Mary K. Schubauer-Berigan
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Nicolas Banholzer, Kathrin Zuercher, Philipp Jent, Pascal Bittel, Lavinia Furrer, Matthias Egger, Tina Hascher, Lukas Fenner
Summary: The study assessed the transmission of respiratory infections in schools and the association with infection control measures. The findings showed that mask mandates were more effective than air cleaners in reducing aerosol concentrations and the transmission risk of SARS-CoV-2. The multiple-measurement approach used in this study could be applied to continuously monitor the transmission risk of respiratory infections and the effectiveness of infection control measures in schools and other congregate settings.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ioannis Basinas, Tuula Liukkonen, Torben Sigsgaard, Nils T. Andersen, Jesper M. Vestergaard, Karen S. Galea, Martie van Tongeren, Ruth Wiggans, Barbara Savary, Wijnand Eduard, Henrik A. Kolstad, Anne Vested, Hans Kromhout, Vivi Schluenssen
Summary: The study aimed to develop a multinational Job Exposure Matrix (JEM) for wood dust exposure in Northern and Central European countries. The results showed an annual decline of approximately 8% in wood dust exposure and significant differences in exposure levels between countries, with the highest levels in the United Kingdom. The jobs with the highest predicted exposure were floor layers and tile setters, wood-products machine operators, and building construction labourers.
ANNALS OF WORK EXPOSURES AND HEALTH
(2023)
Letter
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Keneth Masis-Leandro, Hans Kromhout, Berna van Wendel de Joode
ANNALS OF WORK EXPOSURES AND HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Respiratory System
Johanna Feary, Valentina Quintero-Santofimio, James Potts, Roel Vermeulen, Hans Kromhout, Ben Knox-Brown, Andre F. S. Amaral
Summary: This study examined the association between small airways obstruction (SAO) and occupational exposures using data from the UK Biobank. The results showed a relationship between SAO and occupational exposures.
Article
Oncology
Joanne Kim, Maria E. Leon, Leah H. Schinasi, Isabelle Baldi, Pierre Lebailly, Laura E. Beane Freeman, Karl-Christian Nordby, Gilles Ferro, Alain Monnereau, Maartje Brouwer, Kristina Kjaerheim, Jonathan N. Hofmann, Kurt Straif, Hans Kromhout, Joachim Schuz, Kayo Togawa
Summary: This study aimed to examine the association between pesticide use and Hodgkin lymphoma. The results from the analysis of data from three agricultural cohorts showed no significant association between any of the active ingredients or chemical groups studied and Hodgkin lymphoma incidence.
CANCER CAUSES & CONTROL
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Maxime Turuban, Hans Kromhout, Javier Vila, Miquel Vallbona-Vistos, Isabelle Baldi, Michelle C. Turner
Summary: Personal RF-EMF measurements were conducted among workers in various occupations in Spain and France. Overall, RF-EMF exposure exceeding 1% of the ICNIRP standards was infrequent, although intermittent exposures exceeding 100% were observed among workers in some occupations.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Nathalie Veronica Fernandez Villalobos, Yann Ruffieux, Andreas D. Haas, Chido Chinogurei, Morna Cornell, Katayoun Taghavi, Matthias Egger, Naomi Folb, Gary Maartens, Eliane Rohner
Summary: There is a lack of longitudinal studies comparing cervical cancer rates between women living with HIV and women without HIV in sub-Saharan Africa. This study used reimbursement claims data to compare cervical precancer and cancer incidence rates between these two groups in South Africa. The results showed that women living with HIV had a roughly 3-fold higher risk of developing cervical precancer and cancer compared to women without HIV.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CANCER
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Carole Metekoua, Yann Ruffieux, Victor Olago, Tafadzwa Dhokotera, Matthias Egger, Julia Bohlius, Eliane Rohner, Mazvita Muchengeti
Summary: The main risk factors for squamous cell carcinoma of the conjunctiva (SCCC) among people with HIV (PWH) in South Africa are immunodeficiency and exposure to ultraviolet radiation. The incidence rate of SCCC decreased between 2004 and 2014, and PWH residing within latitudes 30°S to 34°S had a lower SCCC risk. Other risk factors for SCCC were lower CD4 counts and middle age, while there was no evidence for an association of sex or settlement type with SCCC risk.
JNCI-JOURNAL OF THE NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Anna Severin, Michaela Strinzel, Matthias Egger, Tiago Barros, Alexander Sokolov, Julia Vilstrup Mouatt, Stefan Mueller
Summary: This study analyzed 10,000 peer review reports from 1,644 biomedical journals and found that peer review in higher impact factor journals tends to be more thorough in addressing study methods but gives relatively less emphasis to presentation and suggesting solutions. This indicates that the Journal Impact Factor is a poor predictor of the quality of peer review.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Daniella van de Langenberg, Jelle Vlaanderen, Nina Berentzen, Hans Kromhout, Roel Vermeulen
Summary: Night-shift work is associated with an increased risk of using sleep medication and melatonin, but not with suboptimal sleep duration and quality.
ANNALS OF WORK EXPOSURES AND HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Muqiu Hu, Xin Zhao, Jinghan Gu, Lulu Qian, Zhiqing Wang, Yuanyuan Nie, Xiaoyu Han, Long An, Haiqiang Jiang
Summary: Due to its simple process, environmental friendliness, and low operating costs, biometallurgy has become a popular technology for metals recovering from low-grade ores and tailings. An optimized agar was used to isolate and grow functional bacteria, resulting in the successful isolation of six functional stains. These strains were further tested for their ability to leach metals from polymetallic sulfide tailings, with significant improvements observed when the strains were mixed together. The selection of leaching process should be based on tailings composition and target metals.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Saqib Hassan, Aswin Thacharodi, Anshu Priya, R. Meenatchi, Thanushree A. Hegde, R. Thangamani, Ht Nguyen, Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
Summary: An Endocrine Disrupting Chemical (EDC) is a compound that disrupts the function of the endocrine system and is found in the environment. EDCs, such as Bisphenol A and pesticides, have been shown to have negative effects on the female reproductive system. Understanding the relationship between EDCs and women's health is crucial for developing strategies to protect reproductive health and informing public policy decisions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lichang Zhou, Zhaoling Li, Boyi Cheng, Jinqi Jiang, Xinqi Bi, Zongping Wang, Guanghao Chen, Gang Guo
Summary: Thiosulfate can promote sulfur-mediated bacterial activity, inhibit glycogen accumulating organisms, and enhance denitrification efficiency. After the carbon source is reduced, the competitive ability of glycogen accumulating organisms increases, resulting in reduced sulfate reduction.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Claire E. Campbell, Devyn L. Cotter, Katherine L. Bottenhorn, Elisabeth Burnor, Hedyeh Ahmadi, W. James Gauderman, Carlos Cardenas-Iniguez, Daniel Hackman, Rob McConnell, Kiros Berhane, Joel Schwartz, Jiu-Chiuan Chen, Megan M. Herting
Summary: Recent studies have found a connection between air pollution and increased risk for behavioral problems during development. However, more longitudinal studies are needed to investigate how exposure during the transition to adolescence may affect emotional behaviors.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jing-hong Liang, Ru-yu Yang, Mei-ling Liu, Ying-qi Pu, Wen-wen Bao, Yu Zhao, Li-xin Hu, Yu-shan Zhang, Shan Huang, Nan Jiang, Xue-ya Pu, Shao-yi Huang, Guang-hui Dong, Ya-jun Chen
Summary: This study examines the association between urban Green and blue spaces (GBS) exposure and Emotion and behavior problems (EBP) in youth populations. The findings suggest that higher exposure to GBS, particularly green spaces (GS) and blue spaces (BS), is associated with a decrease in the risk of developing total difficulties in young individuals. The joint effect of GS and BS may also contribute to the decrease in EBPs.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Diego Ruiz-Sobremazas, Mario Ruiz Coca, Miguel Morales-Navas, Rocio Rodulfo-Cardenas, Caridad Lopez-Granero, Maria Teresa Colomina, Cristian Perez-Fernandez, Fernando Sanchez-Santed
Summary: Air pollution is associated with a range of health issues and gestational exposure to environmental pollutants may be linked to neurodevelopmental disorders. This study investigated the effects of oral gestational exposure to particulate matter (PM) on ultrasonic vocalizations (USV). The findings suggest that this exposure may lead to social deficits and abnormal gene expression related to neurotransmitter systems. Further research is needed to better understand the effects of air pollution on neurodevelopmental disorders and the neurotransmission systems involved.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yagmur Kabakci, Sadiye Kosar, Ozgur Dogan, Fehmi Gorkem Uctug, Osman Atilla Arikan
Summary: This study investigated the effect of electrohydrolysis pretreatment on municipal solid waste. The results showed that applying electrohydrolysis pretreatment increased methane production and reduced the time required for hydrolysis, suggesting it is a promising method to improve anaerobic digestion efficiency.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chuanwu Zhao, Yaozhong Pan, Hanyi Wu, Yu Zhu
Summary: This study analyzed the impact of industrial zones on urban heat islands using remote sensing images and a novel spectral index. The research found that the contraction or expansion of industrial zones has a significant effect on land surface temperature. The results are valuable for environmental assessment and fine management of industrial cities.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bang Du, Zhongzhong Wang, Piet N. L. Lens, Xinmin Zhan, Guangxue Wu
Summary: This study investigated the performance, syntrophic relationships, microbial communities, and metabolic pathways of ethanol-fed reactors with different operational modes and solids retention times. The results showed that different microorganisms were enriched under different SRT conditions, and syntrophic bacteria related to methane production could be enriched under low SRT conditions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gokulan Ravindiran, Sivarethinamohan Rajamanickam, Muralikrishnan Ramalingam, Gasim Hayder, Balamurugan Karupaiya Sathaiah, Madhava Krishna Reddy Gaddam, Senthil Kumar Muniasamy, Priya Arunkumar
Summary: The present study investigated the sustainable approach for wastewater treatment using waste algal blooms. The biochar produced by the marine algae Ulva reticulata was used to remove chromium, nickel, and zinc from aqueous solutions. The study examined the adsorbents' properties and stability using SEM/EDX, FTIR, and XRD. The results showed that the biochar had high removal efficiency for the toxic metals, and the packed bed column effectively removed the heavy metal ions. The Thomas and Adams-Bohart models were found to best fit the regression values, and desorption studies were conducted to understand the sorption and elution processes.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Vignesh Vinayagam, Kavitha Nagarasampatti Palani, Sudha Ganesh, Siddharth Rajesh, Vedha Varshini Akula, Ramapriyan Avoodaiappan, Omkar Singh Kushwaha, Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
Summary: The presence of pollutants in water contributes to global pollution and poses significant threats to humans and wildlife. Finding effective wastewater treatment techniques is crucial for reducing pollutant accumulation in the environment. This paper highlights recent advances in the electrochemical advanced oxidation method and other processes for treating pharmaceuticals, dyes, and pesticide-polluted effluents.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
M. M. M. Ahmed, Kai-Yue Chen, Fang-Yu Tsao, Yi-Cheng Hsieh, Yu-Ting Liu, Min Tzou
Summary: This study investigated the sorption of citric acid onto humic acid-iron hydr(o)xide coprecipitate (HAFHCP) and the reciprocal effects of citric acid and P sorption on HAFHCP. The results showed that citric acid could increase P availability and have an impact on P sorption.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xibo Xu, Zeqiang Wang, Xiaoning Song, Wenjie Zhan, Shuting Yang
Summary: The selection of predictor variables is crucial in building a digital mapping model for potentially toxic elements (PTEs) in soil. Traditionally, spatial and spectral parameters have been used as predictor variables, but the temporal dimension is often overlooked. This study demonstrates the value of incorporating temporal indices in the model, leading to significant performance improvements. The temporal-spatial-spectral covariate combinations used in a random forest (RF) algorithm achieve satisfactory mapping accuracy and outperform other methods.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yan Pei, Xun Liu, Mengbo Cao, Zijun Wang, Hongbing Yang
Summary: Heteroatom doping can reconfigure the electronic structure of heterogeneous catalysts, leading to the development of advanced oxidation water purification materials with superior performance and stability. In this study, a series of catalysts with different elemental doping were prepared using a simple and environmentally friendly method. The S-doped NiCo2O4 catalyst showed excellent catalytic performance for the removal of Tetracycline, with significantly increased kinetic constant and high oxidation and mineralization efficiency in a wide pH range. The degradation process was dominated by non-radical oxidation pathway after S doping, and the overall process moved towards low toxicity.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Srivalli Thimmarayan, Harshavardhan Mohan, Gaddapara Manasa, Karthi Natesan, Shanmugam Mahendran, Pavithra Muthukumar Sathya, Byung-Taek Oh, R. Ravi Kumar, Rangasamy Sigamani Gandhimathi, Arul Jayaprakash, Kamala-Kannan Seralathan
Summary: This study investigated the bacterial degradation of naphthalene (NPT) isolated from crude oil-contaminated soil. Bacillus sp. GN 3.4, a potential bacteria for NPT biodegradation, was isolated and the optimal conditions for NPT degradation were determined. The study suggests that Bacillus sp. GN 3.4 could potentially aid in bioremediation by eliminating NPT from the soil.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)