Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Cong-Yu Ke, Li-Yang Chen, Fang-Ling Qin, Wu-Juan Sun, Si-Chang Wang, Qun-Zheng Zhang, Xun-Li Zhang
Summary: The study isolated a strain, Proteus mirabilis SB, capable of efficiently degrading petroleum hydrocarbons, demonstrating potential for oil sludge treatment and in situ bioremediation of crude oil contaminated soil/land. The strain showed high degradation efficiency in both liquid culture and quasi-solid culture systems, with significant degradation of saturated hydrocarbons and aromatics.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chenyu Wang, Chaoyue Wu, Hao Zhang, Junbei Lai, Xinyue Luo, Yaoyun Liang, Jinshui Tian
Summary: The study investigated the reaction process of petrochemical sludge under hydrothermal conditions to explore its feasibility of disposal. The experiments showed that a significant amount of oil in the sludge could be decomposed into aqueous and gas products, providing an experimental basis for the hydrothermal treatment of petrochemical sludge.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
A. Leena Pauline, Kurian Joseph
Summary: Petroleum storage and refining generate large quantities of hazardous oily sludge waste, which can be remediated through hydrothermal carbonization to enhance resource recovery and reduce ecological risks and toxicity. HTC is suitable for metals immobilization, resource optimization, and hydrocarbon recovery.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Ali Koolivand, Hamid Abtahi, Maryam Parhamfar, Reza Saeedi, Frederic Coulon, Vinod Kumar, Jose Villasenor, Majid Sartaj, Niloofar Najarian, Maedeh Shahsavari, Paria Seyedmoradi, Leila Rahimi, Fatemeh Bagheri
Summary: This study investigated the competition between isolated oil-degrading bacteria (ODB) and finished compost microorganisms (FCM) under different concentrations of total petroleum hydrocarbons (TPHs). The results showed that ODB effectively degraded TPHs, even in the presence of FCM. Additionally, the addition of finished compost did not significantly alter the microbial composition.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jinyu Hou, Daoxu Zhong, Wuxing Liu
Summary: This study investigates the catalytic co-pyrolysis of hazardous oil sludge and waste biomass to produce renewable chemicals. The results show that ZSM-5 catalyst promotes the degradation and aromatization reactions, resulting in increased yields of aromatics and selectivity to BTX. This novel method allows for the high-value utilization of hazardous waste while reducing environmental pollution.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Guneshwari Yerulker, Priya Patel, Ayushi Chafale, Visha Rathod, Sandeep Das, Piyush Pandey, Noor Afshan Khan, Arundhuti Devi, Nasreen S. Munshi, Rita Dhodapkar, Atya Kapley
Summary: Petroleum refineries produce oily sludge containing hazardous polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH), and its proper disposal is a major concern. Analyzing the physicochemical properties and functions of indigenous microbes at contaminated sites is crucial for determining the bioremediation strategy. This study examines these parameters at two geographically distant sites with different crude oil sources and compares the metabolic capability of soil bacteria based on contamination sources and site age. The results show that petroleum hydrocarbon-derived organic carbon and total nitrogen negatively impact microbial diversity.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Carlo Pastore, Antonella Angelini, Giuseppe Mininni, Camilla Maria Braguglia
Summary: Characterization of organic contaminants in sewage sludge is crucial for appropriate management practices. In this study, the determination of C10-C40 hydrocarbon content in sludge was optimized, taking into account the complexity of the organic substances present. A new simple procedure was developed and tested on samples from wastewater treatment plants, yielding confident results compared to conventional methods. The analysis revealed that a significant proportion of the hydrocarbon content was attributed to commercial polyelectrolytes used in conditioning processes.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Nagireddi Jagadeesh, Baranidharan Sundaram
Summary: Microplastics, both primary and secondary, are emerging contaminants with wide applications in various products. Despite their proliferation, the environmental and health effects of microplastics are not fully understood, and their impact on wastewater treatment plants remains an area in need of further exploration. Further research is needed to understand the sources, interactions, and impacts of microplastics on the environment and human health.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Shaoqi Yang, Junhui Zhang, Yue Liu, Wendi Feng
Summary: Two hydrocarbon-degrading fungi, Purpureocillium lilacinum and Penicillium chrysogenum, were isolated from heavy oil sludge in Tahe Oilfield, Northwest China. They were able to degrade hydrocarbons in oil sludge when supplemented with additional carbon and nitrogen sources. HF showed high degradation rates for cycloalkanes (100%), n-alkanes (21.2%), aromatics (15.1%), and iso-alkanes (14.5%). In contrast, HQ caused a decrease in n-alkanes (1.3%) and an increase in cycloalkanes (82.6%), aromatics (10.2%), and iso-alkanes (11.9%). HF and HQ removed approximately 15.3% and 7.6% of total petroleum hydrocarbons in modified oil sludge, respectively. These findings suggest that P. lilacinum HF and P. chrysogenum HQ can be used as candidate hydrocarbon degraders for bioremediation of oil sludge-contaminated soils.
INTERNATIONAL BIODETERIORATION & BIODEGRADATION
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Dong Zhang, Ying Huang, Kazuyuki Oshita, Masaki Takaoka, Meng Ying, Zifei Sun, Changdong Sheng
Summary: The study successfully recovered oil from oily sludge using liquefied dimethyl ether (DME) extraction, with the DME/sludge ratio, extraction time, and stirring speed affecting the oil recovery ratio. Compared to traditional methods, DME extraction yielded a higher recovery rate and the recovered oil contained more beneficial components.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kaiyan Yang, Zhiyi Sun, Luochun Wang, Ziyang Lou
Summary: E+-Ozonation process accelerates the utilization of ozone and generation rate of hydroxyl radicals, significantly increasing the SCOD and potential carbon source in P-sludge while achieving a high removal rate of TPH, especially for substances with C=C and C-C bonds.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
E. N. Melekhina, E. S. Belykh, M. Yu. Markarova, A. A. Taskaeva, E. E. Rasova, O. A. Baturina, M. R. Kabilov, I. O. Velegzhaninov
Summary: The study evaluated the effects of oil contamination and removal of polluted soil in extreme northern taiga. Removal of the contaminated soil layer was partially effective in reducing oil concentration, but did not prevent changes in microbial composition or soil fauna.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zhong Chen, Kun Tong, Chunlan He, Ming Xue, Chong Lyu, Hongzhen Chen, Qiao Chen, Yuanjian Xu
Summary: In this study, near-/supercritical water was utilized as a green medium for extracting and upgrading heavy oil from oil-based drill cuttings. The addition of industrial wastes such as nickel-rich electroplating sludge showed promising catalytic effects in improving the quality of the recovered oil. The active components in these wastes, such as metallic oxides and ferrite, played a crucial role in the upgrading reactions, resulting in high quality oil with zero asphaltene and extremely low heteroatom content.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Beata Tomczyk, Anna Siatecka, Aleksandra Bogusz, Patryk Oleszczuk
Summary: Converting sewage sludge into biochar and adding it to soil significantly reduces soil toxicity. The pyrolysis temperature of biochar production directly affects its ecotoxicity. Cultivating appropriate plant species can further reduce soil toxicity.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sandhya Mishra, Yaohua Huang, Jiayi Li, Xiaozhen Wu, Zhe Zhou, Qiqi Lei, Pankaj Bhatt, Shaohua Chen
Summary: Biofilm-mediated bioremediation is an effective approach for the elimination of environmental pollutants due to the biofilm's ability to degrade and absorb contaminants. Biofilm communities exhibit high tolerance to pollutants and can metabolize or degrade organic pollutants and heavy metals through the regulation of gene expression.
Article
Energy & Fuels
James R. Karamath, A. AdrianaVallejo-Cardona, Ricardo Ceron-Camacho, Icoquih N. Zapata-Penasco, Vicente Garibay-Febles, Jorge Aburto
JOURNAL OF PETROLEUM SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2015)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
I. Zapata-Penasco, L. Salazar-Coria, M. Saucedo-Garcia, L. Villa-Tanaca, C. Hernandez-Rodriguez
INTERNATIONAL BIODETERIORATION & BIODEGRADATION
(2016)
Article
Biology
Valerie De Anda, Icoquih Zapata-Penasco, Augusto Cesar Poot-Hernandez, Luis E. Eguiarte, Bruno Contreras-Moreira, Valeria Souza
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
I. Zapata-Penasco, L. Salazar-Coria, M. Saucedo-Garcia, L. Villa-Tanaka, C. Hernandez-Rodriguez
INTERNATIONAL BIODETERIORATION & BIODEGRADATION
(2013)
Article
Environmental Sciences
J. Reyes-Avila, T. Roldan-Carrillo, G. Castorena-Cortes, I. Zapata-Penasco, P. Olguin-Lora
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2013)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Teresa Roldan-Carrillo, Gladys Castorena-Cortes, Jesus Reyes-Avila, Icoquih Zapata-Penasco, Patricia Olguin-Lora
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2013)
Article
Energy & Fuels
G. Castorena-Cortes, I. Zapata-Penasco, T. Roldan-Carrillo, J. Reyes-Avila, M. Mayol-Castillo, S. Roman-Vargas, P. Olguin-Lora
JOURNAL OF PETROLEUM SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2012)
Article
Microbiology
Valerie De Anda, Lcoquih Zapata-Penasco, Jazmin Blaz, Augusto Cesar Poot-Hernandez, Bruno Contreras-Moreira, Marcos Gonzalez-Laffitte, Niza Gamez-Tamariz, Maribel Hernandez-Rosales, Luis E. Eguiarte, Valeria Souza
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2018)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Luis Manuel Quej-Ake, Jesus Noe Rivera-Olvera, Yureel del Rosario Dominguez-Aguilar, Itzel Ariadna Avelino-Jimenez, Vicente Garibay-Febles, Icoquih Zapata-Penasco
Article
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
Luis Gerardo Hernandez-Maya, Icoquih Zapata-Penasco, Jesus Noe Rivera-Olvera, Vicente Garibay-Febles, Lucia Graciela Diaz-Barriga Arceo
Summary: This study investigates the effect of milling energy on the phase evolution of mechanically alloyed Ti-Ni powders. Alloys were produced using low-energy and high-energy mechanical alloying techniques, and the powders were characterized using X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy. The results show that during low-energy mechanical alloying, TiNi, TiNi3, Ti3Ni4, and Ti2Ni phases were formed, while during high-energy mechanical alloying, Fe0.2Ni4.8Ti5 phase was generated.
CANADIAN METALLURGICAL QUARTERLY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Marco Antonio Valadez-Martinez, Luis Gerardo Hernandez-Maya, Itzel Ariadna Avelino-Jimenez, Jorge Menchaca-Arredondo, Vicente Garibay-Febles, Icoquih Zapata-Penasco
Summary: The surface roughness has a significant impact on the corrosion process of steels, especially in the early stages at the local level. The mechanisms associated with the beginning of corrosion are not well understood, and the lateral distribution of roughness is often overlooked. This study used a fluid cell coupled to an atomic force microscope to locally investigate the effect of roughness on the deterioration of carbon steels. The results suggest that smoother surfaces have greater corrosion resistance. Therefore, considering surface roughness is important for accurately assessing the integrity of pipeline materials used in the petroleum industry.
MATERIALS TODAY COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Coatings & Films
Luis Gerardo Hernandez-Maya, Icoquih Zapata-Penasco, Mauricio Olivares-Luna, Ivan Campos-Silva, Jose Martinez-Trinidad, Lucia Graciela Diaz-Barriga, Jesus Noe Rivera-Olvera, Vicente Garibay-Febles
Summary: The work investigates the effect of ZrC and Ti-Ni nanostructures on the anticorrosion and tribological properties of epoxy resin coatings. The addition of nanostructured materials significantly improves the corrosion resistance of the coatings. The particle size and nature of the reinforcements play a crucial role in the penetration of aggressive agents and corrosion as well as the scratch resistance of the coatings.
SURFACE & COATINGS TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
I. A. Avelino-Jimenez, L. Hernandez-Maya, V. Larios-Serrato, L. Quej-Ake, H. Castelan-Sanchez, J. Herrera-Diaz, V. Garibay-Febles, J. N. Rivera-Olvera, G. Zavala-Olivares, I. Zapata-Penasco
Summary: This study employs an omics approach to uncover the microbial involvement in biofouling and biocorrosion processes in oil pipelines. The research reveals diverse bacterial, archaeal, fungal, and viral communities, as well as the presence of proteins associated with biocorrosion. Physical and chemical analyses of the sludge, along with electrochemical assessments, propose three electrochemical mechanisms of biocorrosion.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
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)
