Article
Environmental Sciences
Nicole C. Deziel, Joshua L. Warren, Huang Huang, Haoran Zhou, Andreas Sjodin, Yawei Zhang
Summary: The study did not find a clear association between PCB or OCP exposure and PTC using single and multi-pollutant modeling. However, some associations were found in individuals born during peak production, suggesting further investigation into early-life exposures and subsequent thyroid cancer risk may be warranted.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Mondona S. McCann, Kathleen A. Maguire-Zeiss
Summary: Astrocytes play a crucial role in the pathogenesis of diseases in the central nervous system, with their antioxidant and metabolic capabilities, and their strategic positions at the blood-brain barrier and synapses interacting closely with neurons.
ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Mathilda Alsen, Catherine Sinclair, Peter Cooke, Kimia Ziadkhanpour, Eric Genden, Maaike van Gerwen
Summary: Exposure to certain flame retardants, PCBs, phthalates, and pesticides may potentially increase the risk of thyroid cancer according to existing literature, but more research is urgently needed to evaluate the carcinogenic effects of different EDCs on the thyroid gland in humans.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Haoran Zhuo, Huang Huang, Andreas Sjodin, Lan Jin, Shuangge Ma, Hristina Denic-Roberts, Joshua L. Warren, Richard Jones, Mark Davis, Peiyuan Sun, Herbert Yu, Mary H. Ward, Robert Udelsman, Yawei Zhang, Jennifer A. Rusiecki
Summary: Exposure to certain PCBs and PCB mixtures was associated with an increased risk of papillary thyroid cancer. The main driver of the observed association was PCB-118, with lesser effects from PCB-74 and PCB-99.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ane Haarr, Eliezer B. Mwakalapa, Jan L. Lyche, Aviti J. Mmochi, Anuschka Polder, Anders Ruus, Katrine Borga
Summary: This study aimed to assess the occurrence and spatial variation of industrial-use contaminants in marine biota from coastal Tanzania. The results showed differences in the concentrations of PCBs, BFRs, and organochlorine pesticides among different locations. Samples collected from Zanzibar Island had lower concentrations of PCBs and DDT but higher concentrations of hexachlorobenzene. The highest concentrations of contaminants were found in samples collected around central Dar es Salaam harbor.
ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Brianne K. Soulen, Lauren M. Divine, Barney J. Venables, Aaron P. Roberts
Summary: This study analyzed the concentrations of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in the blubber of northern fur seals and evaluated the associated gene expression changes. The results showed a negative correlation between contaminant concentrations, lipid content in the blubber, and gene expression changes related to blubber metabolism. These findings highlight the potential impacts of contaminants on the health of northern fur seals.
MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Heidelore Fiedler, Ike van der Veen, Jacob de Boer
Summary: In the two rounds of UNEP-coordinated assessments of POPs laboratories, participation varied across global regions with different levels of analytical capacity, particularly limited in Africa and Central and Eastern European countries, but increasing in Latin America. Laboratories using gas chromatographs coupled to high-resolution mass spectrometers had the best results, but encountered challenges with human milk and fish samples in the last round, indicating a need for improved performance, especially at low concentrations in foodstuffs.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Li-Hsuan Wang, Li-Ru Chen, Kuo-Hu Chen
Summary: Xenoestrogens (XEs) are substances that mimic endogenous estrogens to affect physiological functions, either synthetic or natural, with endocrine disrupting properties. While XEs may be associated with reproductive disorders and congenital malformations, they are more likely to exhibit tissue-specific and non-genomic actions at relatively low estrogen concentrations.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Thibault Fiolet, Yahya Mahamat-Saleh, Pauline Frenoy, Marina Kvaskoff, Francesca Romana Mancini
Summary: The study conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis on the relationship between polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and mortality risk in the general population, finding that background exposure to PCBs may increase the risk of cardiovascular-specific mortality.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Review
Toxicology
Jens Rengelshausen, Isabella Randerath, Thomas Schettgen, Andre Esser, Andrea Kaifie, Jessica Lang, Thomas Kraus, Patrick Ziegler
Summary: After detecting high PCB exposure in a German recycling company, the HELPcB program was established to investigate potential health effects of PCB exposure through a longitudinal study. More than 300 individuals were enrolled and various assessments were conducted. The program yielded new data on adverse effects of PCB exposure in humans and potential mechanisms. Larger studies are needed to confirm the results and establish causality between PCB exposure and clinical effects in humans.
ARCHIVES OF TOXICOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Francesco Donato, Marco Moneda, Nazario Portolani, Angelo Rossini, Sarah Molfino, Silvia Ministrini, Giovanni Battista Contessi, Silvia Pesenti, Giuseppe De Palma, Alice Gaia, Elena Zanardini, Claudio Vito Sileo, Michele Magoni
Summary: This study investigated the association between PCB serum levels and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in a PCB-polluted area. The results suggest that PCBs may play a role in the development of HCC.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Daisuke Onozuka, Yuko Nakamura, Gaku Tsuji, Masutaka Furue
Summary: The study found that male Yusho patients have a significantly higher risk of cumulative incidence of cancer-specific mortality than female Yusho patients, while there is no gender difference in non-cancer mortality. These results may be useful in providing more accurate information on cancer prognosis and helping determine more appropriate disease management for Yusho patients.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nuria Guil-Oumrait, Damaskini Valvi, Raquel Garcia-Esteban, Monica Guxens, Jordi Sunyer, Maties Torrent, Maribel Casas, Martine Vrijheid
Summary: This study found that prenatal exposure to persistent organic pollutants may have lasting effects on child BMI into adolescence, and exposure to certain pollutants during pregnancy may be associated with major risk factors for adult CM syndrome.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Hongyu Dang, Jessica M. Ewald, Timothy E. Mattes
Summary: This research used genome-resolved metagenomic and metatranscriptomic analyses to investigate the ecology of dehalogenating microbial communities, revealing interactions and support between Dehalococcoides and other microorganisms.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Lili Long, Xinghua Tang
Summary: This study investigated the association between exposure to organochlorine pesticides and hearing loss in adults, finding a positive correlation between exposure to certain organochlorine pesticides and hearing loss.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Danielle N. Medgyesi, Britton Trabert, Jared A. Fisher, Qian Xiao, Peter James, Alexandra J. White, Jessica M. Madrigal, Rena R. Jones
Summary: This study is the first to evaluate the association between outdoor light at night (LAN) and the risk of endometrial cancer. The study found no association between LAN and endometrial cancer risk based on the analysis of postmenopausal women's enrollment addresses and satellite imagery of nighttime radiance.
CANCER CAUSES & CONTROL
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Alaina H. Shreves, Ian D. Buller, Elizabeth Chase, Hannah Creutzfeldt, Jared A. Fisher, Barry I. Graubard, Robert N. Hoover, Debra T. Silverman, Susan S. Devesa, Rena R. Jones
Summary: Despite successful smoking cessation campaigns, lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. Research found a correlation between smoking patterns and lung cancer mortality rates, with higher rates in the Appalachian region and lower rates in the West. However, there are also geographic variations in mortality rates that cannot be explained by smoking. Study results highlight specific counties where factors other than smoking may be driving lung cancer mortality, indicating a need for further investigation into environmental and other risk factors.
CANCER EPIDEMIOLOGY BIOMARKERS & PREVENTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mary H. Ward, Jessica M. Madrigal, Rena R. Jones, Melissa C. Friesen, Roni T. Falk, David Koebel, Catherine Metayer
Summary: Based on the California Childhood Leukemia Study, this research evaluated the relationship between residential pesticide use and the risk of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). The study found that glyphosate concentrations in house dust were associated with occupational pesticide exposure, nearby agricultural use, treatment for lawn weeds and bees/wasps, and sampling season. However, increasing glyphosate concentrations were not associated with an increased ALL risk. This study highlights the potential risk of young children being exposed to pesticides in residential settings and the need for further research.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jessica M. Madrigal, Robert B. Gunier, Rena R. Jones, Abigail Flory, Catherine Metayer, John R. Nuckols, Mary H. Ward
Summary: This study evaluated the relationship between pesticide exposure and adverse health effects. The results showed higher concentrations of pesticides in household dust in areas closer to agricultural insecticide applications. Six out of the nine pesticides measured were found to be associated with indoor contamination. These findings highlight the importance of considering time and distance factors in assessing the potential impacts of pesticides on residential environments.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Rena R. Jones, Jared A. Fisher, Danielle N. Medgyesi, Ian D. Buller, Linda M. Liao, Gretchen Gierach, Mary H. Ward, Debra T. Silverman
Summary: This study investigated the relationship between environmental exposure to ethylene oxide (EtO) and the risk of breast and non-Hodgkin lymphoma cancers. The results showed an increased risk of in situ breast cancer associated with EtO-emitting facilities within 10 km, but no clear pattern of increased risk for invasive breast cancer or non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
JNCI-JOURNAL OF THE NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jennifer L. Ish, Mustapha Abubakar, Shaoqi Fan, Rena R. Jones, Nicole M. Niehoff, Jill E. Henry, Gretchen L. Gierach, Alexandra J. White
Summary: Using machine-learning algorithms, this study found an association between fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and the histologic composition of normal breast tissue. The findings suggest a possible role of PM2.5 in breast cancer etiology and indicate that changes in breast tissue composition may be a potential pathway by which outdoor air pollution impacts breast cancer risk.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Letter
Environmental Sciences
Brittany A. Trottier, Nicole M. Niehoff, Alexander P. Keil, Rena R. Jones, Keith E. Levine, Nathaniel S. MacNell, Alexandra J. White
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PERSPECTIVES
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jongeun Rhee, Danielle N. Medgyesi, Jared A. Fisher, Alexandra J. White, Joshua N. Sampson, Dale P. Sandler, Mary H. Ward, Rena R. Jones
Summary: This study evaluated the association between residential exposure to industrial emissions of PCDD/F and breast cancer risk in a large U.S. cohort. The results suggest that living within 3 kilometers of the pollution source, especially near municipal solid waste facilities, may increase the risk of breast cancer.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Vicky C. C. Chang, Jongeun Rhee, Sonja I. I. Berndt, Steven C. C. Moore, Neal D. D. Freedman, Rena R. R. Jones, Debra T. T. Silverman, Gretchen L. L. Gierach, Jonathan N. N. Hofmann, Mark P. P. Purdue
Summary: In this nested case-control study, prediagnostic serum levels of PFOS and PFOA were found to be associated with breast cancer risk, particularly for hormone receptor-positive tumors, providing evidence of a possible positive association.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CANCER
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Paul M. Bradley, Dana W. Kolpin, Darrin A. Thompson, Kristin M. Romanok, Kelly L. Smalling, Sara E. Breitmeyer, Mary C. Cardon, David M. Cwiertny, Nicola Evans, R. William Field, Michael J. Focazio, Laura E. Beane Freeman, Carrie E. Givens, James L. Gray, Gordon L. Hager, Michelle L. Hladik, Jonathan N. Hofmann, Rena R. Jones, Leslie K. Kanagy, Rachael F. Lane, R. Blaine McCleskey, Danielle Medgyesi, Elizabeth K. Medlock-Kakaley, Shannon M. Meppelink, Michael T. Meyer, Diana A. Stavreva, Mary H. Ward
Summary: Contaminant exposure in unregulated private-well tap water is a public health concern in the United States and globally. A study conducted in northeast Iowa farms found high levels of inorganics, organics, and microbial contaminants in private-well tap water. The presence of pesticides and bacteria in the water exceeds safe limits, highlighting the need for residential treatment systems and increased monitoring of rural private-well homes.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Marina R. Sweeney, Hazel B. Nichols, Rena R. Jones, Andrew F. Olshan, Alexander P. Keil, Lawrence S. Engel, Peter James, Dale P. Sandler, Alexandra J. White, Chandra L. Jackson
Summary: This study investigated the association between indoor light at night (such as TV, lights, nightlight) and sleep health dimensions. Results showed that sleeping with a TV on was associated with multiple poor sleep dimensions among US women, suggesting the negative impact of light exposure on sleep.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiuqi Ma, Jared A. Fisher, Trang Vo Pham, Vasilis Vasiliou, Rena R. Jones
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the independent and joint effects of PFAS on liver function biomarkers in the US general population. It found that serum levels of PFOA, PFHxS, and PFNA were positively associated with high levels of ALT, and some PFAS were weakly positively associated with TB. Associations among heavy drinkers may warrant further investigation.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Oncology
Hakon Valen, Rune Becher, Gunn Elisabeth Vist, Jorn Andreas Holme, Ibrahimu Mdala, Ida-Kristin Orjasaeter Elvsaas, Jan Alexander, Vigdis Underland, Bendik Christian Brinchmann, Tom Kristian Grimsrud
Summary: This systematic review analyzed 14 cohort studies and 1 case-control study, finding increased cancer risk and mortality after cancer diagnosis for exclusive users of Swedish snus. Cancer risk evaluation was only possible for men due to lack of data for women. The report revealed an association between snus use and increased risk of esophageal, pancreatic, stomach, and rectal cancer, as well as mortality after cancer diagnosis. Confidence in the risk estimates varied from moderate, to low, to very low.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CANCER
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Leif Aage Strand, Inger Rudvin, Jan Ivar Martinsen, Elin Anita Fadum, Tom K. Grimsrud
Summary: In a cohort study of 28,300 Navy servicemen, vessel crews showed higher cancer incidence and mortality than land-based personnel. The study extended the follow-up to investigate changes in cancer risk and temporal trends. Results showed that overall, vessel crews had higher cancer incidence and mortality, especially for cancers with poor prognosis.
OCCUPATIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Niki Marjerrison, Tom K. Grimsrud, Johnni Hansen, Jan Ivar Martinsen, Karl-Christian Nordby, Raymond Olsen, Marit B. Veierod, Kristina Kjaerheim
Summary: The study aimed to develop indicators for specific firefighting exposures and examine associations with urinary tract cancer (UTC), including bladder cancer. The findings did not show clear dose-response associations between the exposure indicators and UTC, indicating the need for future studies with more cases.
OCCUPATIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE
(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)