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Agricultural Engineering
Susan N. James, Arya Vijayanandan
Summary: An anoxic-aerobic-anoxic process was established in a sequencing batch reactor to simultaneously remove organic carbon and nitrogen from wastewater. The study found that the optimum conditions for the process were achieved with a dissolved oxygen level of 1.5 mg/L and 1 hour pre-anoxic and post-anoxic periods. Under these conditions, the removal efficiencies of TOC, NH4+-N, and TN were 98.76%, 98.52%, and 88.23% respectively. Breakpoints in the pH, DO, and ORP curves provided insights into the biochemical reactions occurring in the reactor. Inhibition studies revealed that nitrogen removal pathways such as heterotrophic nitrification or direct conversion contributed to the removal of 27.69% of NH4+-N, while aerobic denitrification accounted for the removal of 20.55% of TN. Microbial community analysis confirmed the presence of heterotrophic nitrifiers and aerobic denitrifiers. The study emphasized the benefits of the varied redox conditions provided by limited aeration for nitrogen removal, leading to reduced energy usage and operating costs.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yumeng Xie, Xiangli Tian, Yu He, Shuanglin Dong, Kun Zhao
Summary: Recently, functional microorganisms capable of eliminating nitrogenous waste have been used in mariculture systems. Strain DN3, a potential candidate for treating mariculture wastewater, showed a high efficiency in removing ammonia, nitrate, and nitrite at various concentrations and conditions. The nitrogen assimilation pathway and bacterial nitrification pathway were investigated, and the results provide important insight into the nitrogen metabolism of Halomonas sp. and support the use of strain DN3 for treating mariculture wastewater.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Golnaz Khorsha, Birthe Kjellerup, Allen P. Davis
Summary: Excessive nitrogen in urban runoff is a major cause of eutrophication, and a nitrifying-sorptive Clinoptilolite has been shown to effectively remove and nitrify ammonium in media-based stormwater control measures. Continuous feed columns exhibited more nitrification while intermittent flow conditions allowed treatment of more bed volumes of simulated runoff, but nitrification was not enough to prevent ammonium desorption.
WATER ENVIRONMENT RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Xiaotian Zuo, Wei Xu, Shiping Wei, Shuangcheng Jiang, Yu Luo, Minghuang Ling, Kai Zhang, Yuanhao Gao, Zhichao Wang, Jiege Hu, Hans-Peter Grossart, Zhuhua Luo
Summary: In recent years, the use of mixed microbial cultures for nitrogen removal has gained attention due to cooperative metabolism. A natural bacterial-fungal consortium isolated from mariculture showed excellent aerobic denitrification capacity, with nitrate removal and denitrification efficiencies reaching 100% and 44.27%, respectively. High-throughput sequencing and network analysis revealed that the co-occurrence of bacterial genera such as Vibrio and fungal genera such as Fusarium potentially drove the aerobic denitrification process. The consortium also exhibited high steady aerobic denitrification performance in sub-culturing experiments, highlighting its potential for biotechnology applications.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Kaiyao Hu, Wenxuan Li, Yaning Wang, Bo Wang, Hao Mu, Shuang Ren, Kexin Zeng, Hongjuan Zhu, Jinming Liang, Ya'e Wang, Juqiang Xiao
Summary: Wastewater with a low carbon to nitrogen ratio (C/N) contains insufficient organic carbon sources, resulting in incomplete removal of nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) during denitrification and anaerobic phosphorus release processes. N and P pollutants in water bodies pose a serious threat to sustainable development, human health, and water ecosystems. Therefore, the development of energy-saving, efficient, and sustainable N and P removal technologies is of great significance.
JOURNAL OF WATER PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Harold Leverenz, Russel Adams, Jessica Hazard, George Tchobanoglous
Summary: The state of California has passed legislation to divert organic materials from landfills to reduce methane emissions. This paper focuses on two pilot studies designed to remove ammonia from digester effluent using a thermal stripping column. The studies found that performance was similar with and without caustic addition.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Xiangkun Li, Changkuo Liu, Hongwei Xie, Yujie Sun, Shiwei Xu, Gaige Liu
Summary: Thermal hydrolysis (TH) pretreatment, used in anaerobic digestion (AD), has been proven effective in the laboratory and utilized in engineering. However, the properties of AD liquid (ADL), such as high organic matter and ammonia nitrogen concentration, present challenges in subsequent treatment. To overcome this, the autotrophic nitrogen removal (ANR) process is developed. This paper reviews the TH-ADP and ANR mechanisms, addresses difficulties in treating TH-ADL, evaluates current research status, and proposes potential solutions.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chenyang Ma, Wei Zeng, Haohao Miao, Shuangshuang Li, Yongzhen Peng
Summary: This study finds that the addition of zeolite powder enhances the competition between anammox bacteria and nitrite in the SPDA process, resulting in improved nitrogen removal. Zeolite powder enrichment promotes various metabolic pathways and improves particle characteristics, leading to enhanced nitrogen removal efficiency. The high ammonia concentration enriched by zeolite powder also positively affects anammox activity.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Xiaoqian Zhang, Igor M. Lopes, Ji-Qin Ni, Yongping Yuan, Chi-Hua Huang, Douglas R. Smith, Indrajeet Chaubey, Shubiao Wu
Summary: This study investigated the performance of anaerobic digestion in converting animal and agro-industrial wastes into organic fertilizers over a long-term field conditions. The results showed significant variability in converting feedstock in the three digesters, with differences in pH, total solids, and ammonium nitrogen concentrations. The impact of anaerobic digestion on metal concentrations was mixed and insignificant due to large concentration variations.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Mei-Qi Huang, You -Wei Cui, Ji-Lin Huang, Feng-Long Sun, Si Chen
Summary: A novel strain affiliated with Pseudomonas aeruginosa was isolated in this study, which was capable of heterotrophic nitrification-aerobic denitrification and aerobic phosphate removal. Under optimal conditions, the strain showed high removal efficiencies of ammonium (87%) and phosphate (97%). Gene amplification experiments revealed that the ammonium removal followed the complete HN-AD pathway, while phosphate removal only occurred under aerobic conditions.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Jia Li, Zhiwei Wang, Yayi Wang
Summary: Membrane aerated biofilm reactors (MABRs) are an energy-efficient technology for biological nitrogen removal (BNR), which can bring wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) closer to carbon neutrality. MABRs use gas-permeable hydrophobic membranes to supply oxygen and serve as carriers for biofilm attachment. This review summarizes the characteristics and advantages of MABRs, as well as their application in coupling with novel BNR processes. It also discusses the potential of MABRs in upgrading existing WWTPs and the integration of PN/A process into MABRs.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Qinghong Wang, Jiawen Kong, Jiahao Liang, Mohamed Gamal El-Din, Peng Zhao, Wenyu Xie, Chunmao Chen
Summary: The bioaugmentation potential of aerobic granular sludge (AGS) was explored for improved nitrogen removal in petroleum wastewater treatment. A highly efficient heterotrophic nitrification-aerobic denitrification (HN-AD) bacterial consortium was constructed and used to bioaugment the AGS, resulting in enhanced nitrogen removal. The addition of the immobilized consortium facilitated the formation of larger AGS particles and increased the gene abundance related to heterotrophic nitrification.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Linhui Wu, Xiaoyu Ding, Yan Lin, Xingshun Lu, Hang Lv, Manping Zhao, Ruihong Yu
Summary: A newly identified bacterial strain, Acinetobacter calcoaceticus TY1, efficiently metabolized nitrogen from ammonium at low temperatures, indicating its potential for wastewater management.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Lei Cui, Dongpo Li, Zhijie Wu, Yan Xue, Furong Xiao, Lili Zhang, Yuchao Song, Yonghua Li, Ye Zheng, Jinming Zhang, Yongkun Cui
Summary: The application of nitrification inhibitors in combination can effectively reduce nitrate content and potential nitrification rate in soils with different pH values. The combination of nitrapyrin and dicyandiamide (CP+DCD) is the most effective in inhibiting soil nitrification and reducing NH3 volatilization in acidic soils. Further research is needed to evaluate the effects of these inhibitors in field conditions.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Junli Chen, Juan Xu, Shunan Zhang, Feng Liu, Jianwei Peng, Yingxiang Peng, Jinshui Wu
Summary: WT14, a newly isolated strain of Alcaligenes faecalis, showed promising nitrogen removal efficiency, with the ability to efficiently remove ammonium nitrogen under specific environmental conditions and exhibit strong tolerance and rapid multiplication. It also demonstrated high nitrate or nitrite removal capacity when provided as the sole nitrogen source, setting it apart from other Alcaligenes faecalis species. Further studies on the nitrogen removal pathway of WT14 are warranted.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Gregor Drago Zupancic, Mario Panjicko, Bruno Zelic
FOOD TECHNOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2017)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Mario Panjicko, Gregor D. Zupancic, Lijana Fanedl, Romana Marinsek Logar, Marina Tisma, Bruno Zelic
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2017)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Marina Tisma, Mirela Planinic, Ana Bucic-Kojic, Mario Panjicko, Gregor D. Zupancic, Bruno Zelic
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2018)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Gregor D. Zupancic, Nataga Uranjek-Zevart, Milenko Ros
BIOMASS & BIOENERGY
(2008)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Gregor D. Zupancic, A. Jemec
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2010)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Gregor D. Zupancic, Igor Skrjanec, Romana Marinsek Logar
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2012)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Leon Kaluza, Matej Sustarsic, Vera Rutar, Gregor D. Zupancic
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2014)
Article
Environmental Sciences
N. Cukjati, G. D. Zupancic, M. Ros, V. Grilc
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2012)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gregor D. Zupancic, Milenko Ros
WASTE AND BIOMASS VALORIZATION
(2012)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Aleksandra Racic Kozmus, Andreja Zgajnar Gotvajn, Aleksandra Lobnik, Nina Novak, Aljaz Klasinc, Gregor Drago Zupancic
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mario Panjicko, Gregor Drago Zupancic, Bruno Zelic
ACTA CHIMICA SLOVENICA
(2015)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mija Sezun, Viktor Grilc, Gregor D. Zupancic, Romana Marinsek Logar
ACTA CHIMICA SLOVENICA
(2011)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Gregor D. Zupancic, Matej Straziscar, Milenko Ros
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2007)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
G. D. Zupancic, A. Zgajnar Gotvajn
CHEMICAL AND BIOCHEMICAL ENGINEERING QUARTERLY
(2009)
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)