Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sooyong Kim, Saul Shiffman, Mark A. Sembower
Summary: Smokers' beliefs about the relative risk of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) compared to cigarettes impact their acceptance and use of ENDS. Smokers who perceive ENDS as less harmful than cigarettes are more likely to adopt and completely switch to ENDS, and are less likely to revert to smoking among those who have switched.
Article
Substance Abuse
Shannon Gravely, Gang Meng, David Hammond, Jessica L. Reid, Young S. Seo, Andrew Hyland, K. Michael Cummings, Cheryl Rivard, Geoffrey T. Fong, Karin A. Kasza
Summary: The study found that during the FDA's enforcement priority period, the prevalence of menthol/mint and fruit/other-flavoured cartridges increased among adults, while the prevalence of tobacco-flavoured tanks and fruit/other-flavoured tanks decreased.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Benjamin A. Cristol, Stephanie L. Clendennen, Emily T. Hebert, Melissa B. Harrell
Summary: This study compared symptoms of nicotine dependence among young adults who were exclusive past 30-day (P30D) users of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) versus exclusive P30D cigarette smokers. The results showed that young adults who used ENDS exhibited higher levels of nicotine dependence symptoms compared to cigarette smokers.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Substance Abuse
Mayra Vargas-Rivera, Mohammad Ebrahimi Kalan, Melissa Ward-Peterson, Olatokunbo Osibogun, Wei Li, David Brown, Thomas Eissenberg, Wasim Maziak
Summary: This study found that ENDS flavours have a significant impact on young users' experiences, product appeal, and motivation for future use, highlighting the potential role of limiting flavors in reducing the appeal of ENDS use among young people.
Article
Substance Abuse
Elias M. Klemperer, Janice Y. Bunn, Amanda M. Palmer, Tracy T. Smith, Benjamin A. Toll, K. Michael Cummings, Matthew J. Carpenter
Summary: This study found that quitting electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) is not associated with quitting combustible tobacco products (CTPs) among current smokers, but there is a possible risk of relapse to smoking associated with quitting ENDS among former smokers.
Article
Substance Abuse
Robert M. Strongin, Eva Sharma, Hanno C. Erythropel, Ahmad El-Hellani, Nada O. F. Kassem, Vladimir B. Mikheev, Alexandra Noel, David H. Peyton, Matthew L. Springer
Summary: Electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) have rapidly evolved and pose unique challenges and opportunities for researchers and regulators. This commentary emphasizes the importance of toxicity research and highlights the gaps in knowledge in this area. Disposable flavored ENDS have become popular among youth and may contain higher levels of nicotine compared to JUUL devices. They also produce harmful and potentially harmful constituents and raise environmental concerns. Synthetic nicotine and flavor capsules have allowed manufacturers to bypass regulatory oversight. Coil-less ENDS offer potential advantages in terms of reduced toxicants, but initial studies show similar toxicological profiles to JUULs. Further research is needed to understand and address the impact of these devices on human health, particularly among young users.
Article
Substance Abuse
Yanakawee Siripongvutikorn, Takahiro Tabuchi, Sumiyo Okawa
Summary: Heated tobacco products (HTPs) and electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are gaining popularity in Japan, with workplaces allowing indoor use associated with higher rates of HTP and e-cigarette users, as well as combustible cigarette smokers. Enforcing national legislation banning tobacco, HTPs, and e-cigarettes is recommended to prevent smoking renormalization and nicotine addiction.
Article
Substance Abuse
Andrew F. Brouwer, Jihyoun Jeon, Jana L. Hirschtick, Evelyn Jimenez-Mendoza, Ritesh Mistry, Irina Bondarenko, Stephanie R. Land, Theodore R. Holford, David T. Levy, Jeremy M. G. Taylor, Nancy L. Fleischer, Rafael Meza
Summary: The study found that prior to 2018, the persistence of electronic nicotine delivery system (ENDS) use among US adults was less than that of traditional tobacco product use.
Article
Substance Abuse
Liam G. Dell, Michelle K. Page, Noel J. Leigh, Maciej Lukasz Goniewicz
Summary: This study compared the chemical constituents of original Juul mango pods with mango-flavoured Juul-compatible pods. The results showed that Juul-compatible pods had lower nicotine concentration and higher concentrations of flavoring chemicals compared to the original Juul pods.
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Qing Zhang, Cai Wen
Summary: The use of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) has become increasingly popular, especially among teenagers and new smokers. The risks associated with ENDS on oral health are still unclear. ENDS vapor contains cytotoxic, genotoxic, and carcinogenic components, and can lead to a wide range of oral health issues. The chemicals in ENDS increase the risk of tooth decay, periodontal disease, peri-implant complications, and oral mucosal lesions. Compared to traditional cigarettes, the harm associated with ENDS use may be underestimated due to lack of control, ease of access, fewer restrictions, and better taste. Further research is needed to establish the long-term safety of ENDS.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Substance Abuse
Kevin Welding, Kristy L. Marynak, Sarah Trigger, Dannielle Kelley, Lena Jewler, Ryan David Kennedy
Summary: This study assessed trends in ENDS advertisement expenditures in the USA from 2015 to 2020 and found that overall expenditures increased until 2019 and then decreased. Print advertising was the dominant media channel, and JUUL was the top advertiser.
Article
Substance Abuse
Neal Shah, Matthew Nali, Cortni Bardier, Jiawei Li, James Maroulis, Raphael Cuomo, Tim K. Mackey
Summary: This study used unsupervised machine learning to analyze the sales of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) on Instagram. The results showed that there is a significant amount of unregulated ENDS sales on Instagram, including flavored products, and many websites lack age verification. These findings may violate Instagram's policies and US laws, highlighting the need for stronger regulation to prevent youth access to and use of ENDS.
Article
Substance Abuse
Sven-Eric Jordt
Summary: The increasing use of synthetic nicotine in marketed products and its uncertain regulatory status have raised concerns. Efforts to develop more efficient methods for the synthesis of nicotine have been seen in recent years. Differentiation of synthetic and tobacco-derived nicotine may require the development of methods to measure carbon isotope content. Vendors argue that FDA has no authority to regulate synthetic nicotine as a tobacco product, but legal analysis suggests that FDA may have the authority to regulate synthetic nicotine as a drug.
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Rachael E. Rayner, Patrudu Makena, Gang Liu, G. L. Prasad, Estelle Cormet-Boyaka
Summary: This study investigates the early changes in gene expression after acute exposure to cigarette and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS). While cigarette preparations significantly regulate multiple genes and pathways, ENDS preparations containing the same nicotine concentration show minimal effect on gene expression in fully-differentiated primary human bronchial epithelial cultures.
BMC MEDICAL GENOMICS
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Nan Jiang, Shu Xu, Le Li, Charles M. Cleland, Raymond S. Niaura
Summary: This study examined the most frequently used types of electronic nicotine delivery system (ENDS) devices among youth and adults in the U.S. from 2013/14 to 2018/19. The findings showed a decline in the use of disposable cigalikes and cartridge-based devices over time across all age groups. Tank devices were initially the most popular, but prefilled pods became dominant in Wave 5. The popularity of tanks, mods, and prefilled pods was more evident in youth and young adults, while older adults commonly used disposable pods.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2023)
Review
Anesthesiology
Eva Gavilan, Esteve Fernandez, Joan Minguell, Enrique Trilla, Esperanza Zuriguel-Perez, Cristina Martinez
Summary: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of presurgical interventions for smoking cessation. Results showed that presurgical multicomponent interventions were more effective in achieving abstinence and reducing surgical complications compared to brief interventions.
ANESTHESIA AND ANALGESIA
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Elisabet Henderson, Luis A. Rodriguez Guerrero, Xavier Continente, Esteve Fernandez, Olena Tigova, Nuria Cortes-Francisco, Sean Semple, Ruaraidh Dobson, Anna Tzortzi, Vergina K. Vyzikidou, Giuseppe Gorini, Gergana Geshanova, Ute Mons, Krzysztof Przewozniak, Jose Precioso, Ramona Brad, Maria J. Lopez
Summary: This study aimed to quantify secondhand smoke (SHS) exposure in homes with residents who smoke in Europe and analyze the factors related to it. The results showed that homes allowing smoking had higher SHS concentrations, highlighting the need for stronger smoke-free policies.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Montse Ballbe, Marcela Fu, Guillem Masana, Raul Perez-Ortuno, Antoni Gual, Fernando Gil, Pablo Olmedo, Oscar Garcia-Algar, Jose Antonio Pascual, Esteve Fernandez
Summary: This study assessed passive exposure to e-cigarette aerosols in a pregnant non-user and a 3-year-old child in a household where another member used e-cigarettes. The study found detectable concentrations of e-cigarette-related substances in the urine, saliva, hair, cord blood, and breast milk of the exposed individuals. These findings suggest that passive exposure to e-cigarette aerosols should not be disregarded and larger observational studies are needed to assess its impact.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Samuel Bru, Adrian Gonzalez-Marron, Cristina Lidon-Moyano, Reyes Carballar, Joan Marc Martinez-Lainez, Hipolito Perez-Martin, Marcela Fu, Raul Perez-Ortuno, Montse Ballbe, Jose A. Pascual, Esteve Fernandez, Josep Clotet, Jose M. Martinez-Sanchez
Summary: This study aimed to assess the association between nicotine and soluble ACE2 concentrations in saliva samples. The results showed a slight increase in soluble ACE2 concentrations with nicotine, but the correlation was weak.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Beladenta Amalia, Marcela Fu, Olena Tigova, Montse Ballbe, Blanca Paniello, Yolanda Castellano, Vergina K. Vyzikidou, Rachel O'Donnell, Ruaraidh Dobson, Alessandra Lugo, Chiara Veronese, Raul Perez-Ortuno, Jose A. Pascual, Nuria Cortes, Fernando Gil, Pablo Olmedo, Joan B. Soriano, Roberto Boffi, Ario Ruprecht, Julio Ancochea, Maria J. Lopez, Silvano Gallus, Constantine Vardavas, Sean Semple, Esteve Fernandez
Summary: The use of e-cigarettes at home exposes bystanders to secondhand aerosol, regardless of the characteristics of e-cigarette use. Further research is needed to assess the implications of secondhand aerosol exposure for smoke-free policies.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Substance Abuse
Valerie Lohner, Ann McNeill, Sven Schneider, Sabine Vollstaedt-Klein, Marike Andreas, Daria Szafran, Nadja Grundinger, Tibor Demjen, Esteve Fernandez, Krzysztof Przewozniak, Yannis Tountas, Antigona Trofor, Witold Zatonski, Marc C. Willemsen, Constantine Vardavas, Geoffrey T. Fong, Ute Mons
Summary: This study aimed to understand the addictive potential of e-cigarettes. It found that those who feel addicted to e-cigarettes are more likely to perceive them as more addictive than tobacco cigarettes. Overall, the addictive potential of e-cigarettes was found to be relatively low.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Juan Luis Melero-Ollonarte, Cristina Lidon-Moyano, Raul Perez-Ortuno, Marcela Fu, Montse Ballbe, Juan Carlos Martin-Sanchez, Adrian Gonzalez-Marron, Aurea Cartanya-Hueso, Jose A. Pascual, Esteve Fernandez, Jose M. Martinez-Sanchez
Summary: This study compares tobacco-specific biomarkers and other biomarkers of e-cigarette use in five study groups. The results show that although there is a reduction in these biomarkers in e-cigarette exclusive users compared to smokers, there are still high levels of these biomarkers when compared to non-smokers, suggesting potential harmful effects of e-cigarettes.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Kenza Laroussy, Yolanda Castellano, Marcela Fu, Antoni Baena, Ariadna Feliu, Armando Peruga, Merce Margalef, Jon Aldazabal, Olena Tigova, Jordi Galimany, Montserrat Puig, Carmen Moreno, Albert Bueno, Antonio Lopez, Judith Roca, Judith Saura, Esteve Fernandez, Cristina Martinez
Summary: This study aims to describe transitions in smoking status and their determining factors among nursing students between baseline and follow-up. The study found that nondaily smokers were more likely to quit smoking during the follow-up period among this cohort of nursing students.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Constantine Vardavas, Konstantinos Zisis, Katerina Nikitara, Ioanna Lagou, Valia Marou, Katerina Aslanoglou, Konstantinos Athanasakis, Revati Phalkey, Jo Leonardi-Bee, Esteve Fernandez, Orla Condell, Favelle Lamb, Frank Sandmann, Anastasia Pharris, Charlotte Deogan, Jonathan E. Suk
Summary: The economic burden of the COVID-19 pandemic is substantial, and this study aimed to estimate its cost and the cost-effectiveness of interventions. The findings indicate that the pandemic has significant short-term and long-term economic costs to healthcare systems, payers, and societies. Testing and screening policies, vaccination, and physical distancing measures were identified as cost-effective options to deal with the pandemic, depending on population vaccination and the stage of the pandemic.
Letter
Substance Abuse
Laura Jovell, Adrian Gonzalez-Marron, Cristina Lidon-Moyano, Jose M. Martinez-Sanchez
TOBACCO INDUCED DISEASES
(2023)
Article
Substance Abuse
Marcela Fu, Yolanda Castellano, Kenza Laroussy, Antoni Baena, Merce Margalef, Ariadna Feliu, Jordi Galimany-Masclans, Montse Puig-Llobet, Carmen Moreno-Arroyo, Raul Sancho, Albert Bueno, Antonio Lopez, Joseph Guydish, Esteve Fernandez, Cristina Martinez
Summary: This study investigated nursing students' exposure to secondhand smoke (SHS) and their attitudes towards tobacco-control policies in Catalonia, Spain. The results showed that the majority of students witnessed people smoking in outdoor areas of their university campus, and 75.2% were exposed to SHS on campus. While there was widespread support for indoor smoking bans in hospitals, there was less support for outdoor bans.
TOBACCO INDUCED DISEASES
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Hipolito Perez-Martin, Cristina Lidon-Moyano, Adrian Gonzalez-Marron, Marcela Fu, Raul Perez-Ortuno, Montse Ballbe, Juan Carlos Martin-Sanchez, Jose A. Pascual, Esteve Fernandez, Jose M. Martinez-Sanchez
Summary: This study analyzed data from a longitudinal and a cross-sectional study to investigate the nicotine metabolite ratio among tobacco smokers, e-cigarette users with and without nicotine, and nonusers. The findings showed that exclusive users of e-cigarettes without nicotine had the lowest nicotine metabolic rate, while cigarette smokers had the highest. Nonusers had a lower nicotine metabolic rate compared to cigarette smokers. Additionally, younger individuals and those with lower body mass index had higher nicotine metabolic rates.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Muqiu Hu, Xin Zhao, Jinghan Gu, Lulu Qian, Zhiqing Wang, Yuanyuan Nie, Xiaoyu Han, Long An, Haiqiang Jiang
Summary: Due to its simple process, environmental friendliness, and low operating costs, biometallurgy has become a popular technology for metals recovering from low-grade ores and tailings. An optimized agar was used to isolate and grow functional bacteria, resulting in the successful isolation of six functional stains. These strains were further tested for their ability to leach metals from polymetallic sulfide tailings, with significant improvements observed when the strains were mixed together. The selection of leaching process should be based on tailings composition and target metals.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Saqib Hassan, Aswin Thacharodi, Anshu Priya, R. Meenatchi, Thanushree A. Hegde, R. Thangamani, Ht Nguyen, Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
Summary: An Endocrine Disrupting Chemical (EDC) is a compound that disrupts the function of the endocrine system and is found in the environment. EDCs, such as Bisphenol A and pesticides, have been shown to have negative effects on the female reproductive system. Understanding the relationship between EDCs and women's health is crucial for developing strategies to protect reproductive health and informing public policy decisions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lichang Zhou, Zhaoling Li, Boyi Cheng, Jinqi Jiang, Xinqi Bi, Zongping Wang, Guanghao Chen, Gang Guo
Summary: Thiosulfate can promote sulfur-mediated bacterial activity, inhibit glycogen accumulating organisms, and enhance denitrification efficiency. After the carbon source is reduced, the competitive ability of glycogen accumulating organisms increases, resulting in reduced sulfate reduction.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Claire E. Campbell, Devyn L. Cotter, Katherine L. Bottenhorn, Elisabeth Burnor, Hedyeh Ahmadi, W. James Gauderman, Carlos Cardenas-Iniguez, Daniel Hackman, Rob McConnell, Kiros Berhane, Joel Schwartz, Jiu-Chiuan Chen, Megan M. Herting
Summary: Recent studies have found a connection between air pollution and increased risk for behavioral problems during development. However, more longitudinal studies are needed to investigate how exposure during the transition to adolescence may affect emotional behaviors.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jing-hong Liang, Ru-yu Yang, Mei-ling Liu, Ying-qi Pu, Wen-wen Bao, Yu Zhao, Li-xin Hu, Yu-shan Zhang, Shan Huang, Nan Jiang, Xue-ya Pu, Shao-yi Huang, Guang-hui Dong, Ya-jun Chen
Summary: This study examines the association between urban Green and blue spaces (GBS) exposure and Emotion and behavior problems (EBP) in youth populations. The findings suggest that higher exposure to GBS, particularly green spaces (GS) and blue spaces (BS), is associated with a decrease in the risk of developing total difficulties in young individuals. The joint effect of GS and BS may also contribute to the decrease in EBPs.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Diego Ruiz-Sobremazas, Mario Ruiz Coca, Miguel Morales-Navas, Rocio Rodulfo-Cardenas, Caridad Lopez-Granero, Maria Teresa Colomina, Cristian Perez-Fernandez, Fernando Sanchez-Santed
Summary: Air pollution is associated with a range of health issues and gestational exposure to environmental pollutants may be linked to neurodevelopmental disorders. This study investigated the effects of oral gestational exposure to particulate matter (PM) on ultrasonic vocalizations (USV). The findings suggest that this exposure may lead to social deficits and abnormal gene expression related to neurotransmitter systems. Further research is needed to better understand the effects of air pollution on neurodevelopmental disorders and the neurotransmission systems involved.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yagmur Kabakci, Sadiye Kosar, Ozgur Dogan, Fehmi Gorkem Uctug, Osman Atilla Arikan
Summary: This study investigated the effect of electrohydrolysis pretreatment on municipal solid waste. The results showed that applying electrohydrolysis pretreatment increased methane production and reduced the time required for hydrolysis, suggesting it is a promising method to improve anaerobic digestion efficiency.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chuanwu Zhao, Yaozhong Pan, Hanyi Wu, Yu Zhu
Summary: This study analyzed the impact of industrial zones on urban heat islands using remote sensing images and a novel spectral index. The research found that the contraction or expansion of industrial zones has a significant effect on land surface temperature. The results are valuable for environmental assessment and fine management of industrial cities.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bang Du, Zhongzhong Wang, Piet N. L. Lens, Xinmin Zhan, Guangxue Wu
Summary: This study investigated the performance, syntrophic relationships, microbial communities, and metabolic pathways of ethanol-fed reactors with different operational modes and solids retention times. The results showed that different microorganisms were enriched under different SRT conditions, and syntrophic bacteria related to methane production could be enriched under low SRT conditions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gokulan Ravindiran, Sivarethinamohan Rajamanickam, Muralikrishnan Ramalingam, Gasim Hayder, Balamurugan Karupaiya Sathaiah, Madhava Krishna Reddy Gaddam, Senthil Kumar Muniasamy, Priya Arunkumar
Summary: The present study investigated the sustainable approach for wastewater treatment using waste algal blooms. The biochar produced by the marine algae Ulva reticulata was used to remove chromium, nickel, and zinc from aqueous solutions. The study examined the adsorbents' properties and stability using SEM/EDX, FTIR, and XRD. The results showed that the biochar had high removal efficiency for the toxic metals, and the packed bed column effectively removed the heavy metal ions. The Thomas and Adams-Bohart models were found to best fit the regression values, and desorption studies were conducted to understand the sorption and elution processes.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Vignesh Vinayagam, Kavitha Nagarasampatti Palani, Sudha Ganesh, Siddharth Rajesh, Vedha Varshini Akula, Ramapriyan Avoodaiappan, Omkar Singh Kushwaha, Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
Summary: The presence of pollutants in water contributes to global pollution and poses significant threats to humans and wildlife. Finding effective wastewater treatment techniques is crucial for reducing pollutant accumulation in the environment. This paper highlights recent advances in the electrochemical advanced oxidation method and other processes for treating pharmaceuticals, dyes, and pesticide-polluted effluents.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
M. M. M. Ahmed, Kai-Yue Chen, Fang-Yu Tsao, Yi-Cheng Hsieh, Yu-Ting Liu, Min Tzou
Summary: This study investigated the sorption of citric acid onto humic acid-iron hydr(o)xide coprecipitate (HAFHCP) and the reciprocal effects of citric acid and P sorption on HAFHCP. The results showed that citric acid could increase P availability and have an impact on P sorption.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xibo Xu, Zeqiang Wang, Xiaoning Song, Wenjie Zhan, Shuting Yang
Summary: The selection of predictor variables is crucial in building a digital mapping model for potentially toxic elements (PTEs) in soil. Traditionally, spatial and spectral parameters have been used as predictor variables, but the temporal dimension is often overlooked. This study demonstrates the value of incorporating temporal indices in the model, leading to significant performance improvements. The temporal-spatial-spectral covariate combinations used in a random forest (RF) algorithm achieve satisfactory mapping accuracy and outperform other methods.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yan Pei, Xun Liu, Mengbo Cao, Zijun Wang, Hongbing Yang
Summary: Heteroatom doping can reconfigure the electronic structure of heterogeneous catalysts, leading to the development of advanced oxidation water purification materials with superior performance and stability. In this study, a series of catalysts with different elemental doping were prepared using a simple and environmentally friendly method. The S-doped NiCo2O4 catalyst showed excellent catalytic performance for the removal of Tetracycline, with significantly increased kinetic constant and high oxidation and mineralization efficiency in a wide pH range. The degradation process was dominated by non-radical oxidation pathway after S doping, and the overall process moved towards low toxicity.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Srivalli Thimmarayan, Harshavardhan Mohan, Gaddapara Manasa, Karthi Natesan, Shanmugam Mahendran, Pavithra Muthukumar Sathya, Byung-Taek Oh, R. Ravi Kumar, Rangasamy Sigamani Gandhimathi, Arul Jayaprakash, Kamala-Kannan Seralathan
Summary: This study investigated the bacterial degradation of naphthalene (NPT) isolated from crude oil-contaminated soil. Bacillus sp. GN 3.4, a potential bacteria for NPT biodegradation, was isolated and the optimal conditions for NPT degradation were determined. The study suggests that Bacillus sp. GN 3.4 could potentially aid in bioremediation by eliminating NPT from the soil.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)