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Biochemical Research Methods
Elena Martinez-Frances, Bert van Bavel, Rachel Hurley, Luca Nizzetto, Svetlana Pakhomova, Nina T. Buenaventura, Cecilie Singdahl-Larsen, Marie-Louise Tambo Magni, Jon Eigill Johansen, Amy Lusher
Summary: Reference materials (RMs) are crucial for validating methods used to detect environmental pollutants, and for microplastics, a variety of approaches are needed. QA/QC was performed on dissolvable gelatin capsules and soda tablets as potential microplastic RMs. Soda tablets were found to be a more reliable carrier, and this approach addresses the challenges of validating microplastic analytical methods.
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Emilia Uurasjarvi, Erika Sainio, Outi Setala, Maiju Lehtiniemi, Arto Koistinen
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ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2021)
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Environmental Sciences
Tingkun Li, Wen Dong, Qili Dai, Yinchang Feng, Xiaohui Bi, Yufen Zhang, Jianhui Wu
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SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
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Genetics & Heredity
Zhongxu Zhu, Keqin Gregg, Wenli Zhou
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FRONTIERS IN GENETICS
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Biochemical Research Methods
Jojo Tibon, Marta Silva, Jens J. Sloth, Heidi Amlund, Veronika Sele
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ANALYTICAL AND BIOANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
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Sadaf Maramizonouz, Sadegh Nadimi, William Skipper, Roger Lewis
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Zahra Al Hasani, Jagdeep Kumar Nayak, Halima Alhimali, Abdullah Al-Mamun
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BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
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Adrian Lopez-Rosales, Jose M. Andrade, Gloria Grueiro-Noche, Veronica Fernandez-Gonzalez, Purificacion Lopez-Mahia, Soledad Muniategui-Lorenzo
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MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2021)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Junjie Li, Chunxing Li, Yanlin Li, Ruming Wang, Mingdian Zhou, Lixin Zhao, Xiaofang Pan, Guanjing Cai, Nan Lv, Jing Ning, Irini Angelidaki, Gefu Zhu
Summary: The use of iron/carbon as conductive materials in anaerobic digestion has shown to improve methane production and dichlorophenol removal efficiency in wastewater treatment. The formation of galvanic cells between iron and carbon plays a significant role in acidification and anaerobic digestion processes, promoting the optimization of microbial community composition.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
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Yong Min Lao, Cui Lan Qu, Bing Zhang, Hui Jin
Summary: A simple, rapid, and environmentally friendly microwave-assisted digestion method was developed for determining heavy metals in aquatic products. The method allowed for the digestion of 640 samples using only one microwave digester in an 8-hour working day. The results showed significant differences in heavy metal concentrations between different sampling times and sites, highlighting the need for multiple sampling to accurately determine heavy metal levels. Additionally, excessive levels of iAs were found in crabs, posing both non-carcinogenic and carcinogenic risks to residents' health.
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Kai Zhang, Melissa Phillips
Summary: The analysis of mycotoxins in food and feed using liquid chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry allows for simultaneous determination of multiple mycotoxins. Using certified reference materials as matrix reference materials can improve the accuracy and consistency of results in multi-mycotoxin analysis. Quality control processes that incorporate reference materials ensure successful development and implementation of multi-mycotoxin methods.
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Cedric Perez, Christine Lors, Pascal Floquet, Benjamin Erable
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(2021)
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Biochemical Research Methods
Thomas Piper, Hans Geyer, Eberhard Nieschlag, Lia Bally, Mario Thevis
Summary: A new method for detecting testosterone (T) usage was developed and validated using plasma steroid concentrations, with a focus on female volunteers. The method may be more effective than urine samples in providing evidence of T administrations, taking into account genetic and gender factors.
ANALYTICAL AND BIOANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
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Environmental Sciences
Noriyoshi Ogino, Keiki Ogino, Masamitsu Eitoku, Narufumi Suganuma, Kenjiro Nagaoka
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ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Mohammad Nabi, Hong Liang, Qixiang Zhou, Jiashuo Cao, Dawen Gao
Summary: Anaerobic membrane bioreactor (AnMBR) is a promising technology for wastewater treatment, but membrane fouling remains a major challenge. This study reviews the use of different materials to control membrane fouling and improve anaerobic digestion in AnMBR. The mechanisms of membrane fouling control, such as changes in extracellular polymeric substances (EPSs) and soluble microbial products (SMPs), material properties, stimulation of antifouling microbes, and alteration in substrate properties, are discussed. Future research should focus on material-mediated AnMBR applications, including microbial product composition changes, quorum quenching replacement, and molecular-based studies on EPSs and SMPs.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
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(2016)
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Chantal Darquenne, Mark D. Hoover, Robert F. Phalen
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(2016)
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Engineering, Chemical
Aaron Erdely, Matthew M. Dahm, Mary K. Schubauer-Berigan, Bean T. Chen, James M. Antonini, Mark D. Hoover
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(2016)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
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(2016)
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Leigh J. Cash, Mark D. Hoover, Raymond A. Guilmette, Patrick N. Breysse, Luiz Bertelli
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Review
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George M. Woodall, Mark D. Hoover, Ronald Williams, Kristen Benedict, Martin Harper, Jhy-Charm Soo, Annie M. Jarabek, Michael J. Stewart, James S. Brown, Janis E. Hulla, Motria Caudill, Andrea L. Clements, Amanda Kaufman, Alison J. Parker, Martha Keating, David Balshaw, Kevin Garrahan, Laureen Burton, Sheila Batka, Vijay S. Limaye, Pertti J. Hakkinen, Bob Thompson
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Jeffrey J. Whicker, Mark D. Hoover, Alan L. Justus
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Robert F. Phalen, Mark D. Hoover, Michael J. Oldham, Annie M. Jarabek
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(2021)
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Robert F. Phalen, Mark D. Hoover, Michael J. Oldham, Otmar Schmid, Laleh Golshahi
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JOURNAL OF AEROSOL SCIENCE
(2021)
Editorial Material
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Robert F. Phalen, Chantal Darquenne, Mark D. Hoover, Annie M. Jarabek
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(2021)
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(2016)
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P. A. Schulte, V. Murashov, L. L. Hodson, M. D. Hoover, G. Roth, E. D. Kuempel, C. L. Geraci
GIORNALE ITALIANO DI MEDICINA DEL LAVORO ED ERGONOMIA
(2016)