Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zhenghui Gao, Khaled Alshehri, Yuan Li, Hang Qian, Devin Sapsford, Peter Cleall, Michael Harbottle
Summary: This review summarizes the physicochemical characteristics of lignocellulosic wastes and explores the mechanism and influencing factors of biogas production through anaerobic digestion. It highlights the potential of biological pretreatment techniques and natural lignocellulose degrading systems to enhance biogas production. The review also discusses the future perspective of anaerobic digestion of lignocellulosic wastes, including optimizing the process and facilitating policy for biogas production.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Nan Li, Tianlang Zhang, Guosheng Chen, Jianqiao Xu, Gangfeng Ouyang, Fang Zhu
Summary: The bioanalysis of pharmaceuticals has attracted much attention due to the growing demand for drug development and environmental concerns. The major constraints include complex sample matrices and very low pharmaceutical content in biological samples. Efforts have been made to overcome these difficulties, mainly through sample preparation techniques. Developing high throughput, automatic, on-site, non-invasive and in vivo analysis methods is recommended for both biomedical and environmental analysis. Recent advancements in sample preparation techniques for quantitative bioanalysis of pharmaceuticals in the past decade are reviewed, with discussion on the merits of each technique and novel approaches such as electromembrane extraction and microfluidic devices. The future trend is highlighted towards sample preparation techniques with potential for in vivo pharmaceutical analysis, with prospects including miniaturization, high specificity, and portability.
TRAC-TRENDS IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Zhihang Yu, Jing Jin, Lingling Shui, Huaying Chen, Yonggang Zhu
Summary: Proteins play a crucial role in cellular activities, and single-cell protein research is vital for understanding cellular heterogeneity. Droplet technology, as an effective tool for single-cell manipulation, has revolutionized high-throughput single-cell protein analysis by precisely controlling droplet volume and preventing contamination. The high-throughput and automated nature of droplet technology allows for the analysis of tens of thousands of single cells within an hour, making it highly compatible and admired in the field of single-cell protein analysis.
TRAC-TRENDS IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jianan Wang, Kai Yang, Shiyi Sun, Qianyue Ma, Gong Yi, Xin Chen, Ze Wang, Wei Yan, Xinhua Liu, Qiong Cai, Yunlong Zhao
Summary: Solid-state lithium batteries (SSLBs) are seen as a promising candidate for the next generation lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) due to their high energy density, long duration, and high safety. However, thermal degradation and thermal runaway can still occur in SSLBs, and more research is needed to address these issues.
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Takayuki Kawai, Nobuaki Matsumori, Koji Otsuka
Summary: This review paper highlights recent research on liquid-phase microscale separation techniques for lipidome analysis, with a focus on capillary liquid chromatography and capillary electrophoresis coupled with mass spectrometry. Microscale separation techniques show promise as fundamental technology in next-generation lipidome analysis.
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Liujuan Zhan, Huimin Liu, Zhuanghao Hou, Yiwen Gao, Baoyou Chu, Guangming Huang
Summary: Heterogeneity is a common phenomenon in individual bacterium of bacterial populations even with the same gene and environment. Metabolites, as the basis for maintaining biological activities, provide a more direct and dynamic picture of cell function. Single bacterium metabolic analysis techniques, including RNA sequencing, fluorescent probes, Raman spectroscopy, and mass spectrometry, have been summarized in this review.
TRAC-TRENDS IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Review
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Xin Guo, Helen Lin, Shuping Xu, Lili He
Summary: Microplastic pollution is a global concern that poses a potential threat to human health. Spectroscopic techniques, particularly vibrational spectroscopy, have been widely used for the analysis of microplastics in various matrices. This review focuses on recent advances in spectroscopic techniques for the analysis of microplastics in food, including sample pretreatment methods and applications in different types of food. The review also discusses current technical challenges and future research directions for reliable risk assessment.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Review
Microbiology
Wen-Feng Cao, Er-Ling Leng, Shi-Min Liu, Yong-Liang Zhou, Chao-Qun Luo, Zheng-Bing Xiang, Wen Cai, Wei Rao, Fan Hu, Ping Zhang, An Wen
Summary: Tuberculous meningitis is the most common and deadly type of central nervous system tuberculosis. Early diagnosis is crucial for patient prognosis, but laboratory diagnosis is challenging. This review summarizes the latest research in microbiological and molecular diagnostics for tuberculous meningitis and discusses issues related to diagnostic effectiveness, laboratory infrastructure, testing costs, and clinical expertise.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Polymer Science
Kamil Kayode Katibi, Khairul Faezah Yunos, Hasfalina Che Man, Ahmad Zaharin Aris, Mohd Zuhair Mohd Nor, Rabaah Syahidah Azis, Abba Mohammed Umar
Summary: Recent studies have highlighted the detrimental effects of EDCs on human, aquatic, and wildlife health, as well as the inadequacy of traditional treatment methods in removing these persistent pollutants. Critical examination and reporting of various treatment methods for EDC removal, such as adsorption, catalytic degradation, ozonation, membrane separation, and advanced oxidation processes, have been conducted.
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Francesca Susa, Roberto Pisano
Summary: Ascorbic acid, or vitamin C, plays a critical role in many biological processes, including maintaining healthy bodily structure and an efficient immune system. It can be chemically synthesized or extracted from natural sources such as plants, fruits, and vegetables. Green extraction methods, such as ultrasound-assisted extraction and microwave-assisted extraction, have been developed with mild conditions, environmentally friendly solvents, and low energy consumption.
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Krishna Biswas, Aniruddha Das, Venkataraman Ganesh
Summary: Organophosphorus catalysis has become a robust platform for introducing boron and silicon functionalities into organic substrates, providing efficient synthetic methodologies. Phosphorus compounds efficiently catalyze various reactions such as hydroboration and silylation in different organic substrates, with the classification of nucleophilic, electrophilic, and biphilic phosphorus catalysts.
ADVANCED SYNTHESIS & CATALYSIS
(2021)
Review
Biochemical Research Methods
Hui Yin Tey, Hong Heng See
Summary: This article reviews the applications and advances of microsampling techniques in therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM), focusing on dried blood spot (DBS) and volumetric absorptive microsampling (VAMS). It also discusses the use of other biological fluids in TDM and identifies specific features and challenges of each microsampling technique.
JOURNAL OF CHROMATOGRAPHY A
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Yuxin Chen, Jian Yang, Bin Yao, Dan Zhi, Lin Luo, Yaoyu Zhou
Summary: This article systematically describes the sources and exposure routes of common endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs), highlighting the threat of EDCs to human health and ecosystem.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Roland Wohlgemuth
Summary: Phosphorus-containing metabolites are important small molecules that play a crucial role as interfaces between biology and chemistry. The limited availability of phosphate minerals on our planet has a significant impact on living organisms, while the accumulation of phosphorus-containing waste has negative effects on ecosystems. As a result, there is a growing interest in resource-efficient and circular processes at various levels. The molecular and sustainability aspects of the global phosphorus cycle have become a topic of interest, and understanding the balance of the natural phosphorus cycle and metabolic pathways involving phosphorus is essential. This article reviews the advancements in the synthesis and analysis of biologically active phosphorus-containing metabolites.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Nautam Parasana, Manan Shah, Ashish Unnarkat
Summary: Phosphorus is an essential mineral for plant growth, but excessive phosphorus entering water sources can cause eutrophication, negatively impacting aquatic life and plants. Adsorption stands out as a sustainable method for phosphorus removal, and this review provides a comprehensive assessment of different adsorbents' performance in removing phosphorus. It suggests utilizing spent adsorbents as plant food and soil conditioners for a more ideal solution.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Annalisa Onnis-Hayden, Nehreen Majed, Yueyun Li, Sheikh Mokhlesur Rahman, Douglas Drury, LeAnna Risso, April Z. Gu
WATER ENVIRONMENT RESEARCH
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tanveer Saeed, Nehreen Majed, Tanbir Khan, Hena Mallika
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2019)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tanveer Saeed, Md Jihad Miah, Nehreen Majed, Mahmudul Hasan, Tanbir Khan
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2020)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Tanveer Saeed, Md Jihad Miah, Nehreen Majed, Md Kawser Alam, Tanbir Khan
Summary: Landfill leachate treatment is challenging due to the complex chemical composition. This study identified factors associated with improved removal performance in wetland systems dosed with landfill leachate, with effluent recirculation playing a key role in adjusting composition and enhancing removal performance. Organic and nutrient removal in the hybrid wetlands primarily relied on adsorption, microbial degradation, and plant uptake, with different removal pathways affected by the imbalanced pollutant composition ratio.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
N. Majed, M. I. H. Real, A. Redwan, H. M. Azam
Summary: Research in Dhaka City, Bangladesh found heavy metal pollution in major rivers from industrial sources, with concentrations of chromium, cadmium, lead, nickel, and zinc exceeding safe levels. Bioaccumulation of metals was observed in sediment, plants, and fish, highlighting the need to control urban pollution sources entering the Buriganga River.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tanveer Saeed, Nehreen Majed, Asheesh Kumar Yadav, Aktaruzzaman Hasan, Md Jihad Miah
Summary: The study demonstrated the effective drained wastewater treatment and sludge stabilization performance of planted systems, with root-based filtration playing a key role in removing suspended solids and coliform. Additionally, earthworm assistance and microbial fuel cell integration improved purification and stabilization, showcasing the potential application of these techniques in constructed wetlands for wastewater and sludge treatment.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Nehreen Majed, Md. Al Sadikul Islam
Summary: Dhaka, the capital city of Bangladesh, is heavily polluted by industrial discharge and other sources. This study evaluated the pollution status of the peripheral rivers in Dhaka through pollution indices and water quality parameters, highlighting the importance of systematic investigation and monitoring of pollution sources.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tanveer Saeed, Nehreen Majed, Md Jihad Miah, Asheesh Kumar Yadav
Summary: This study provides a comparative assessment of pollutant removal performance in four hybrid wetland systems, based on organic or construction materials, that received landfill leachate. The results showed that under unstable input pollutant loading conditions, the mean removal percentages of COD, TN, and TP in the hybrid systems ranged from 81% to 99%, 82% to 96%, and 74% to 99%, respectively. The integration of electrodes in free-draining VF wetlands led to improvements in organic and nitrogen removal. However, the removal efficiency of organic matter and nutrients decreased in the second stage HF units due to saturated media. The chemical composition of the employed media supported biotic and abiotic pathways for organic and nutrient removal. The accumulation of nutrients in plant tissues was very low, with a percentage of <=3%. The bioenergy production in the MFC-based VF-HF wetlands decreased with increasing input pollutant load. The VF wetland with a single anode electrode achieved the highest power density production of 294 mW/m(2). The hybrid systems with integrated electrodes demonstrated relatively stable removal performance despite variations in input pollutant load and hydraulic load.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Md. Al Sadikul Islam, Tanveer Saeed, Nehreen Majed
Summary: One of the most persistent issues in developing countries is the lack of access to safe drinking water and sanitary facilities. Constructed wetlands have emerged as an effective wastewater treatment solution, achieving significant levels of treatment performance and potential for eliminating various pollutants from wastewater. They can play a crucial role in climate change, environmental resource planning, and sustainable wastewater treatment systems.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Water Resources
Anupom Halder, Nehreen Majed
Summary: This study addresses the challenges faced by Dhaka, the capital city of Bangladesh, including rainwater congestion, by quantifying rainfall, estimating land cover change, and analyzing the drainage system in the western part of the city. The research establishes a strong correlation between short-duration and daily rainfall using statistical analysis and logarithmic graph fitting methods. Land cover maps from 1990 to 2020 were generated to examine changes, and the future land cover was predicted. The study finds that the build-up region has increased by 70% in the past 30 years, while the encroachment of wetlands has caused the failure of the drainage network.
URBAN WATER JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Md. Kawser Alam, Md. Al Sadikul Islam, Tanveer Saeed, Sheikh Mokhlesur Rahman, Nehreen Majed
Summary: The purpose of this study was to assess the environmental impact of different laboratory-scale constructed wetland (CW) treatment systems for various types of wastewater. It also evaluated the feasibility of using hybrid wetlands for landfill leachate treatment and analyzed the environmental viability using life cycle assessment (LCA). The choice of media materials was found to be crucial in evaluating the sustainability of the systems, with natural choices proving to be more environmentally favorable.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Al Sadikul Islam, Mohammad Enayet Hossain, Kamrun Nahar, Nehreen Majed
Summary: Developing nations like Bangladesh are facing a crisis in maintaining natural sustainability due to heavy metal contamination in peripheral rivers. A study on the Dhaleshwari river in Bangladesh found high levels of heavy metal contamination in the sediment, posing ecological risks. The concentrations of lead, cadmium, chromium, and nickel exceeded standard levels, showing toxic accumulation in the surrounding ecosystem. The study emphasizes the need for systematic investigation and effective prioritization to protect the river's health.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tanveer Saeed, Md Kawser Alam, Md Jihad Miah, Nehreen Majed
Summary: This study successfully removed Zinc (Zn), Chromium (Cr), Nickel (Ni), and Lead (Pb) from landfill leachate using two-hybrid wetland systems, with organic and construction materials proving to enhance metal removal rates.
ENVIRONMENTAL AND SUSTAINABILITY INDICATORS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nehreen Majed, April Z. Gu
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2020)
Proceedings Paper
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Nehreen Majed, Md Rashedul Alam Chawdhury
WORLD ENVIRONMENTAL AND WATER RESOURCES CONGRESS 2018: GROUNDWATER, SUSTAINABILITY, AND HYDRO-CLIMATE/CLIMATE CHANGE
(2018)
Review
Biochemical Research Methods
Pei-Ru Chen, Peng-Fei Xia
Summary: Carbon dioxide plays a crucial role in mitigating global climate change and supporting life on Earth. Synthetic biology and metabolic engineering offer a promising approach to enhance CO2 fixation by combining the advantages of autotrophic and heterotrophic organisms. This article reviews the current progress in constructing synthetic CO2 fixation pathways, discusses the underlying design principles and challenges, and provides insights into the future of carbon recycling through engineered synthetic carbon fixation pathways.
CURRENT OPINION IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2024)
