Article
Environmental Sciences
Julios Armand Kontchou, Nicolai Baetz, Daniel Grabner, Milen Nachev, Jochen Tuerk, Bernd Sures
Summary: The overflow of stormwater retention basins during intense and prolonged precipitation events may introduce particulate pollutants and remobilize sedimented particle-bound pollutants to freshwater bodies, affecting aquatic biota. This study investigated the sediment pollution load of a stream connected to stormwater basins to assess the impact of their discharges on sediment metal and organic pollutant content. Toxicity tests with Lumbriculus variegatus were conducted to evaluate the adverse effects on benthic dwellers. The results showed that the retention basins contained the highest pollutant load and were more toxic compared to the stream sediment.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Optics
Chunyang Ma, Ge Wu, Bo Gao, Yunzheng Wang, Jun Liu, Han Zhang
Summary: In this paper, we explored the dynamic evolution process of similaritons in an all-normal dispersion fiber laser and discovered the effect of narrow-band spectral filtering on pulse evolution dynamics. We also observed and evaluated the extinction process of similariton fiber lasers for the first time.
OPTICS AND LASER TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Astronomy & Astrophysics
Elizabeth Taylor, Omar Almaini, Michael Merrifield, David Maltby, Vivienne Wild, William G. Hartley, Kate Rowlands
Summary: We conducted a study on the relationship between the quenching probability of galaxies and their environment within the redshift range of 0.5 < z < 3. The data used in this study came from the UKIDSS Ultra Deep Survey. Our findings indicate a higher rate of quenching in dense environments compared to low-density environments across all redshifts. Additionally, the probability of quenching is 1.7 +/- 0.2 times higher for massive galaxies (M-* > 10(10.7) M-circle dot) in the densest third of environments compared to the sparsest third. Furthermore, we discovered that the post-starburst (PSB) route can account for roughly 50% of the growth in the quiescent population at high stellar mass (M-*> 10(10.7) M-circle dot) within the redshift range of 0.5 < z < 3.
MONTHLY NOTICES OF THE ROYAL ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Meysam Gheisarnejad, Ardashir Mohammadzadeh, Mohammad-Hassan Khooban
Summary: This article proposes a novel control methodology, namely interval type-III fuzzy neural network-based model predictive control (IT3FNNMPC), to overcome the instability issue of power electronic devices supplying constant power loads (CPL), and mitigate their destructive effects on microgrids and power system distribution.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
S. Glockner, A. M. D. Jost, A. Erriguible
Summary: The paper focuses on the use of petascale simulations to address the open-ended problem of scaling-up continuous flow processes in microfluidics. High fidelity Direct Numerical Simulations are performed to increase production rate while maintaining mixing quality.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Marian-Andrei Rizoiu, Alexander Soen, Shidi Li, Pio Calderon, Leanne J. Dong, Aditya Krishna Menon, Lexing Xie
Summary: This work proposes a novel approach to fit the Hawkes process to interval-censored data. It introduces the Mean Behavior Poisson process (MBPP) and uses an interval-censored Poisson log-likelihood (IC-LL) to fit MBPP and uncover the parameters of the associated Hawkes process. Additionally, two novel exogenous functions are introduced to distinguish exogenous events from endogenous events, and several approximation methods are provided to estimate the intensity and compensator function of MBPP.
JOURNAL OF MACHINE LEARNING RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Samaneh Lotfiman, Sati Bhattacharya, Rajarathinam Parthasarathy
Summary: ERT has been used for the first time in this study to investigate the settling and build-up velocities of solids in a slurry. The results show that ERT can accurately measure both the settling and build-up velocities, which are influenced by the solids concentration and liquid viscosity.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yu Liu, Mengqi Huang, Zhengyu Du, Changhong Peng, Zhe Wang
Summary: This paper generates peak power datasets of the start-up and power-up processes of a heat pipe cooled reactor using Monte Carlo sampling and system analysis program. A fast prediction model of peak power based on the artificial neural network is developed and evaluated. The results show that the model has high prediction accuracy but has high training cost and weak interpretability. The paper also discusses the ability of ensemble algorithms to improve the accuracy of the artificial neural network.
FRONTIERS IN ENERGY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Xiangyan Zeng, Haoze Cang, Shuli Yan, Shaomei Lv
Summary: This paper proposes a matrixed nonlinear grey Bernoulli model based on interval sequences to reflect the nonlinearity and uncertainty of power generation sequences. The traditional grey Bernoulli model is linearized by power function transformation, and the parameters are matrixized, and then the recursive prediction formula is obtained by Cramer's law. The particle swarm optimization algorithm is used to estimate the nonlinear parameter, and the new model is used to predict the intervals of various power generation modes in China.
APPLIED MATHEMATICAL MODELLING
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
H. M. Dipu Kabir, Abbas Khosravi, Abdollah Kavousi-Fard, Saeid Nahavandi, Dipti Srinivasan
Summary: The paper proposes a highly customizable smooth cost function for developing neural networks to construct optimal prediction intervals. Results demonstrate that the method reduces variation in the quality of prediction intervals, accelerates training, and increases the convergence probability.
APPLIED SOFT COMPUTING
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Francesco Sanniti, Roberto Benato, Federico Milano
Summary: This paper investigates the transient behavior and frequency stability of a grid with a large share of distributed energy resources (DERs) during a bottom-up restoration process. Motivated by a real-world scenario, where the tripping of the DER frequency protections led to frequency instability and system collapse, the authors propose a DER control strategy based on estimating the rate of change of frequency and implementing fast frequency regulation. Through comprehensive stochastic analysis in the time domain, it is demonstrated that the proposed control strategy effectively prevents instability during the restoration process.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON POWER SYSTEMS
(2023)
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Yinghao Shan, Jiefeng Hu, Huashan Liu
Summary: This article proposes a comprehensive power control and optimization strategy for microgrids. At the device level, a model predictive control combined with the droop method is utilized to achieve load sharing and flexible power dispatching. At the system level, an evolutionary particle swarm optimization algorithm is designed to generate optimal power setpoints. This scheme mitigates voltage deviations and reduces the operational cost of microgrids.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON INDUSTRIAL INFORMATICS
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Ingmar Brilmayer, Petra B. Schumacher
Summary: In this study, the relationship between form-to-function mapping and prediction derived from the antecedent of referential expressions in naturalistic auditory language comprehension was explored through event-related potential (ERP) research. The results in the time range of the P300 and N400 suggest a dissociation of the two functions during online language comprehension.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Wangxi Zhang, Jian Ma, Liming Wang, Feng Jiang
Summary: A 2D output feedback robust constrained MPC method is proposed for batch processes, combining ILC, MPC, and output feedback. LMIs are used to solve the optimization performance index, while the PSO algorithm is applied to address parameter adjustment in the performance index function, resulting in enhanced control optimization in batch processes.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Jie Ye, Han Feng, Wenyu Xiong, Qichangyi Gong, Jinbang Xu, Anwen Shen
Summary: This paper proposes a method using real-time model predictive controller to improve system performance, achieving significant results in handling time-varying torque constraints.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON VEHICULAR TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Mahnaz D. Gholami, Kristyan Guppy-Coles, Serena Nihal, Daman Langguth, Prashant Sonar, Godwin A. Ayoko, Chamindie Punyadeera, Emad L. Izake
Summary: The paper presents a simple optical sensing method for the screening of SARS-CoV-2 through its spike protein subunit S1. The method utilizes a target-specific extractor chip to bind the protein from the biological specimens. The paper-based sensing method has the potential for screening various viruses and can be used in areas with limited scientific infrastructure.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ping Zhu, Shuangshuang Gong, Mingqiang Deng, Bin Xia, Yazheng Yang, Jiakang Tang, Guangren Qian, Fang Yu, Ashantha Goonetilleke, Xiaowei Li
Summary: This study investigates the degradation of waste refrigerator polyurethane (WRPU) by mealworms and reveals that mealworms can ingest and degrade WRPU, causing changes in its composition and thermal stability. Carbon balance analysis confirms partial mineralization of ingested WRPU. The presence of impurities and odor in WRPU affects the appetite and nutrient intake of mealworms. WRPU also affects the gut microorganism of mealworms.
FRONTIERS OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Beibei He, An Liu, Godfred O. Duodu, Buddhi Wijesiri, Godwin A. Ayoko, Ashantha Goonetilleke
Summary: This study examines the combined effects of catchment characteristics, sediment properties, and emerging pollutants (microplastics) on the presence of metals in urban river sediments. The results show variations in metal concentrations and enrichment along the Brisbane River, with crustal metals correlated with sediment properties and anthropogenic source metals correlated with catchment characteristics. Additionally, the presence of metals in sediments is positively correlated with microplastics concentration and negatively correlated with microplastics hazard indices.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiaowei Li, Xiang Huang, Chuyun Zhao, Xuan Wang, Bin Dong, Ashantha Goonetilleke, Ki-Hyun Kim
Summary: The effects of anaerobic digestion on the molecular characteristics of dissolved organic matter in dewatered sludge were studied using advanced ESI FT-ICR MS technology. As anaerobic digestion progressed, the molecular amounts in DOM samples increased while the carbon atom number and double bond equivalent decreased. The main organic substances in the sludge were CHON and CHONS groups, with relative proportions of 29.64% and 32.56%, respectively. The resistant organic matter consisted mainly of proteins in the CHO groups and proteins/lignin in the CHON groups. The results provide a theoretical basis for optimizing the sludge AD process.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gustav Gbeddy, Eric Glover, Eric Akortia, Paul Essel, Yaw Adjei-Kyereme, Abdallah M. A. Dawood, Evelyn Sarfo, Evans M. Ameho, Emmanuel Aberikae, Courage Egbi
Summary: This study characterized a potential site for the borehole disposal system (BDS) for conditioned disused sealed radioactive sources (DSRS) by evaluating the hydrogeochemical nature and processes at different depths of investigatory boreholes. The results showed that the shallow depth BF borehole offered the most conducive reducing hydrogeochemical environment to host the BDS.
ENVIRONMENTAL EARTH SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Kongqiu Liang, Junwei Zhong, Wanfu Zhao, Yinxian Song, He Chang, Shitao Zhang, Zhong Chen, Weiwei Zhou, Junfeng Ji, Godwin A. Ayoko, Ray L. Frost, Salim Belyazid
Summary: The integration of heavy metal leaching based on the PROFILE weathering model into the steady-state critical load (SSCL) of heavy metals was conducted to assess the environmental capacity of agro-ecosystem. The leaching rates of Hg, As, Cd, Cr, Pb, Cu, and Zn in paddy soil were quantified, and their correlations with pH, CaO, TFe2O3, and Corg were analyzed. Atmospheric deposition, rice plant uptake, and leaching were identified as the main input and output pathways for heavy metals in agricultural soil. The SSCL model provides new insights for the establishment of environment management in agricultural soils.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Civil
I. P. Gustave S. Pariartha, Shubham Aggarwal, Srinivas Rallapalli, Prasanna Egodawatta, James McGree, Ashantha Goonetilleke
Summary: Climate change and urbanization have adverse impacts on rainfall and sea level, contributing to future flood risk. This study presents an innovative flood damage and hazard prediction model that integrates MIKE FLOOD and GIS technology to assess flood scenarios for different time horizons. Results show that changes in rainfall patterns significantly affect the average annual damage caused by flooding. The proposed model can guide decision-makers in assessing future flood management.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Business
Sayeed Mohammed, Cheryl Desha, Ashantha Goonetilleke
Summary: This study examines how hydrocarbon-dependent rentier states can undergo a low-carbon transition while still meeting the needs of their citizens. Using the Delphi method, the study focuses on Qatar and explores the characteristics of the required socio-technical transitions. Key attributes for a successful transition include strong political will, sustained financial support, long-term strategic policies, and a robust institutional framework.
TECHNOLOGICAL FORECASTING AND SOCIAL CHANGE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Beibei He, Chenhao Shi, Bocheng Chen, Hao Wu, Ashantha Goonetilleke, An Liu
Summary: An in-depth understanding of urban road-deposited MPs is crucial for accurately predicting the risks they pose in different exposure scenarios. This study provides new insights into the factors influencing the concentration and types of MPs found on urban roads. The results showed that a significant amount of MPs, including polyethylene, polypropylene, polystyrene, and polyethylene terephthalate, are derived from commercial and residential land uses, while rubber MPs mainly come from tire wear. The risk scores of road-deposited MPs varied greatly across different sites, with the highest risks found in areas with a high fraction of industrial, commercial, and residential land uses, especially mixed industrial and residential areas.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Uthpala Pinto, Shivanesh Rao, Daniel Phillip Svozil, Aaron Wright, Ashantha Goonetilleke
Summary: A holistic understanding of stormwater quality and quantity in catchment land use is crucial for effective stormwater management. This study investigated the quality and quantity of stormwater from different land use types, highlighting the complex nature of stormwater quality influenced by catchment and rainfall characteristics. The results showed varying patterns of physicochemical and hydrological variables across different land use types and flow conditions.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Jie Yang, Zeyuan Zhao, Yulin Hu, Lord Abbey, Ivana Cesarino, Ashantha Goonetilleke, Quan He
Summary: This study investigated the influence of fabrication methods on the properties and potential applications of biochar and hydrochar materials derived from spent coffee grounds. Dry and wet methods resulted in biochar and hydrochar with different carbonization degrees and energy properties, suitable for various applications. Dry methods produced biochar for agricultural use, while wet methods produced hydrochar for environmental applications.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yifan Hou, Shihui Wang, Yukun Ma, Zhenyao Shen, Ashantha Goonetilleke
Summary: This study examines the impact of the landscape pattern of permeable/impermeable patches on the concentrations of NO3--N and PON during stormwater runoff transport and their source contributions. The results show that a less fragmented, more complex, and highly connected landscape pattern can decrease the nitrogen concentrations in stormwater runoff. Additionally, by optimizing the spatial arrangement, low impact development (LID) can be combined with the landscape pattern of permeable/impermeable patches to mitigate nitrogen pollution in urban stormwater at the catchment scale.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Oscar M. Rodriguez-Narvaez, Kannan Nadarajah, V. A. Suarez-Toriello, Erick R. Bandala, Ashantha Goonetilleke
Summary: This study reviews the latest research on the synthesis, characteristics, water treatment applications, and life cycle analysis of engineered hydrochar (EHC). It highlights the lack of knowledge regarding the environmental impacts of EHC production, application, and disposal. The study found that the modification of hydrochar can improve its adsorption capacity. Future research should focus on understanding the environmental footprint of EHC and conducting life cycle assessments.
JOURNAL OF WATER PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2023)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Lokesh P. Padhye, Erick R. Bandala, Buddhi Wijesiri, Ashantha Goonetilleke, Nanthi Bolan
Summary: This paper critically reviews the role of hydrochar in contributing to achieving the SDGs and promoting a circular economy through water treatment and waste-to-value approaches. It identifies key knowledge gaps in the production and utilization of hydrochar and suggests strategies to enhance its water remediation potential and circular economy.
FRONTIERS IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Toshimi Nakajima, Mao Kuragano, Makoto Yamada, Ryo Sugimoto
Summary: This study compared the contribution of submarine groundwater discharge (SGD) to river nutrient budgets at nearshore and embayment scales, and found that SGD-derived nutrients become more important at larger spatial scales.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fan Liu, Lei Zhang, Chongyang Zhang, Ziguang Chen, Jingguang Li
Summary: NO2 emissions from wall-mounted gas stoves used for household heating have become a significant source of indoor pollution in Chinese urban areas. The high indoor concentration of NO2 poses potential health risks to residents. It is urgently necessary to establish relevant regulations and implement emission reduction technologies to reduce NO2 emissions from wall-mounted gas stoves.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Letter
Environmental Sciences
Hans Peter H. Arp, Raoul Wolf, Sarah E. Hale, Sivani Baskaran, Juliane Gluege, Martin Scheringer, Xenia Trier, Ian T. Cousins, Harrie Timmer, Roberta Hofman-Caris, Anna Lennquist, Andre D. Bannink, Gerard J. Stroomberg, Rosa M. A. Sjerps, Rosa Montes, Rosario Rodil, Jose Benito Quintana, Daniel Zahn, Herve Gallard, Tobias Mohr, Ivo Schliebner, Michael Neumann
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Philomina Onyedikachi Peter, Binessi Edouard Ifon, Francois Nkinahamira, Kayode Hassan Lasisi, Jiangwei Li, Anyi Hu, Chang-Ping Yu
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between dissolved organic matter (DOM) and Rare Earth Elements (REEs) in sediments from Yundang Lagoon, China. The results show four distinct fluorescent components, with protein-like substances being the most prevalent. Additionally, the total fluorescence intensity and LREE concentrations exhibit a synchronized increase from Outer to Inner to Songbai Lake core sediments. The findings demonstrate a strong correlation between DOM content and pollution levels.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Surya Gupta, Pasquale Borrelli, Panos Panagos, Christine Alewell
Summary: The objective of this study is to incorporate soil hydraulic properties into the erodibility factor (K) of USLE-type models. By modifying and improving the existing equations for soil texture and permeability, the study successfully included information on saturated hydraulic conductivity (Ksat) into the calculation of K factor. Using the Random Forest machine learning algorithm, two independent K factor maps with different spatial resolutions were generated. The results show that the decrease in K factor values has a positive impact on the modeling of soil erosion rates.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jesmin Akter, Wendy J. M. Smith, Yawen Liu, Ilho Kim, Stuart L. Simpson, Phong Thai, Asja Korajkic, Warish Ahmed
Summary: The choice of workflow in wastewater surveillance has a significant impact on SARS-CoV-2 concentrations, while having minimal effects on HF183 and no effect on HAdV 40/41 concentrations. Certain components in the workflow can be interchangeable, but factors such as buffer type, chloroform, and homogenization speed can affect the recovery of viruses and bacteria.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yu Luo, Xueting Yang, Diwei Wang, Hongmei Xu, Hongai Zhang, Shasha Huang, Qiyuan Wang, Ningning Zhang, Junji Cao, Zhenxing Shen
Summary: Atmospheric PM2.5, which can generate reactive oxygen species (ROS), is associated with cardiorespiratory morbidity and mortality. The study found that both the mass concentration of PM2.5 and the DTT activity were higher during the heating season than during the nonheating season. Combustion sources were the primary contributors to DTT activity during the heating season, while secondary formation dominated during the nonheating season. The study also revealed that biomass burning had the highest inherent oxidation potential among all sources investigated.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Erin L. Murphy, Leah R. Gerber, Chelsea M. Rochman, Beth Polidoro
Summary: Plastic pollution has devastating consequences for marine organisms. This study uses a trait-based framework to develop a vulnerability index for marine mammals, seabirds, and sea turtles in Hawai'i. The index ranks 63 study species based on their vulnerability to macroplastic pollution, providing valuable information for species monitoring and management priorities.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kenji Maurice, Amelia Bourceret, Sami Youssef, Stephane Boivin, Liam Laurent-Webb, Coraline Damasio, Hassan Boukcim, Marc-Andre Selosse, Marc Ducousso
Summary: Growing pressure from climate change and agricultural land use is destabilizing soil microbial community interactions. Little is known about microbial community resistance and adaptation to disturbances, hindering our understanding of recovery latency and implications for ecosystem functioning. This study found that anthropic disturbance and natural disturbance have different effects on the topology and stability of soil microbial networks.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yunhao Li, Yali Feng, Haoran Li, Yisong Yao, Chenglong Xu, Jinrong Ju, Ruiyu Ma, Haoyu Wang, Shiwei Jiang
Summary: Deep-sea mining poses a serious threat to marine ecosystems and human health by disturbing sediment and transmitting metal ions through the food chain. This study developed a new regenerative adsorption material, OMN@SA, which effectively removes metal ions. The adsorption mechanism and performance of the material for metal ion fixation were investigated.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Antonio Medici, Margherita Lavorgna, Marina Isidori, Chiara Russo, Elena Orlo, Giovanni Luongo, Giovanni Di Fabio, Armando Zarrelli
Summary: Valsartan, a widely used antihypertensive drug, has been detected in high concentrations in surface waters due to its unchanged excretion and incomplete degradation in wastewater treatment plants. This study investigated the degradation of valsartan and identified 14 degradation byproducts. The acute and chronic toxicity of these byproducts were evaluated in key organisms in the freshwater trophic chain.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jiang Lin, Lianbao Chi, Qing Yuan, Busu Li, Mingbao Feng
Summary: This study investigated the photodegradation behavior and product formation of two representative pharmaceuticals in simulated estuary water. The study found that the formed transformation products of these pharmaceuticals have potential toxicity on marine organisms, including oxidative stress and damage to cellular components.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hua Fang, Dongdong Jiang, Ye He, Siyi Wu, Yuehong Li, Ziqi Zhang, Haoting Chen, Zixin Zheng, Yan Sun, Wenxiang Wang
Summary: This study revealed that exposure to lower levels of air pollutants led to decreased pregnancy rates, with PM10, NO2, SO2, and CO emerging as the four most prominent pollutants. Individuals aged 35 and above exhibited heightened susceptibility to pollutants.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ali Shaan Manzoor Ghumman, Rashid Shamsuddin, Amin Abbasi, Mohaira Ahmad, Yoshiaki Yoshida, Abdul Sami, Hamad Almohamadi
Summary: In this study, inverse vulcanized polysulfides (IVP) were synthesized by reacting molten sulfur with 4-vinyl benzyl chloride, and then functionalized using N-methyl D-glucamine (NMDG). The functionalized IVP showed a high mercury adsorption capacity and a machine learning model was developed to predict the amount of mercury removed. Furthermore, the functionalized IVP can be regenerated and reused, providing a sustainable and cost-effective adsorbent.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rita Bonfiglio, Renata Sisto, Stefano Casciardi, Valeria Palumbo, Maria Paola Scioli, Erica Giacobbi, Francesca Servadei, Gerry Melino, Alessandro Mauriello, Manuel Scimeca
Summary: This study investigated the presence of aluminum in human colon cancer samples and its potential association with biological processes involved in cancer progression. Aluminum was found in tumor areas of 24% of patients and was associated with epithelial to mesenchymal transition (EMT) and cell death. Additional analyses revealed higher tumor mutational burden and mutations in genes related to EMT and apoptosis in aluminum-positive colon cancers. Understanding the molecular mechanisms of aluminum toxicity may improve strategies for the management of colon cancer patients.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)