Article
Environmental Sciences
Oluwafemi Soetan, Jing Nie, Huan Feng
Summary: This preliminary study aimed to investigate the short- and long-term effects of remedial dredging on metal contamination, dredging efficacy and ecological status of the Lower Passaic River. The short-term results showed effective reduction of heavy metal concentrations, although they increased in the water column, increasing the risk of bioaccumulation in aquatic biota. On the long-term, metal concentrations increased in surface sediments.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lorena S. Miranda, Godwin A. Ayoko, Prasanna Egodawatta, Ashantha Goonetilleke
Summary: Limited knowledge of the combined effects of water and sediment properties and metal ionic characteristics on the solid-liquid partitioning of heavy metals constrains the effective management of urban waterways. The study revealed that high salinity can increase the solubility of weakly-bound metals, while dissolved organic matter does not favor metal solubility.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lorena S. Miranda, Buddhi Wijesiri, Godwin A. Ayoko, Prasanna Egodawatta, Ashantha Goonetilleke
Summary: The study reveals that the mineralogical composition of sediments plays a crucial role in the adsorption and desorption of heavy metals. Particulate organic matter is the most influential nutrient in heavy metals adsorption in riverine environments, while particulate phosphorus is more significant in estuarine conditions. Dissolved nutrients do not have a significant positive effect on the release of heavy metals in riverine areas, but dissolved phosphorus increases the transfer of specific metals from sediments to overlying water in estuarine conditions.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
P. O. Ogungbile, A. O. Ajibare, P. O. Ayeku, J. O. Akinola
Summary: This study investigated the concentration of nine heavy metals in Oreochromis niloticus and Ipomoea aquatica in Agodi reservoir, Nigeria. The results showed that the metals accumulated more in O. niloticus than in I. aquatica. Most of the examined metals exceeded the safety limit, and O. niloticus had lower tolerance for heavy metals. Additionally, metal concentration and ecological risk quotient were higher in the wet season for O. niloticus.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Wei Zhu, Yan Lv, Qun-De Zhang, Li-Ming Chang, Qi-Heng Chen, Bin Wang, Jian-Ping Jiang
Summary: Heavy metal pollution, especially the Pb concentration in sediment, has a significant impact on aquatic ecosystems. The variations in heavy metal concentrations in sediments are linked to changes in sediment and tadpoles' gut microbiomes. Pb leads to a trade-off between the proportions of Burkholderiales and Verrucomicrobiae in sediment microbiota and affects methane, sulfide, and nitrate metabolisms. Tadpoles with high sediment Pb content have a low abundance of gut aerobic bacteria and a large relative gut weight.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Dejun Wan, Handong Yang, Zhangdong Jin, Lei Song, Dongliang Ning, Longjuan Cheng, Qingfeng Jiang
Summary: This study analyzed sediment cores from two subalpine lakes in Shanxi Province, North China to reveal the variations of atmospheric mercury over the past two centuries. It found that atmospheric mercury was mainly influenced by regional deposition and showed a rapid increase since the 1950s, which was related to the industrial development in and around Shanxi Province. This study suggests the dominant contribution of domestic mercury emissions in the region.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lorena S. Miranda, Kaveh Deilami, Godwin A. Ayoko, Prasanna Egodawatta, Ashantha Goonetilleke
Summary: This study found that the influence of land use and configuration on metal partitioning is independent of scale, and population density increases metal bioavailability at the riparian scale. Agricultural lands discharge the highest fractions of dissolved metals at both spatial scales.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lorena S. Miranda, Godwin A. Ayoko, Prasanna Egodawatta, Wan-Ping Hu, Osama Ghidan, Ashantha Goonetilleke
Summary: This study examines the influence of sediment physico-chemical properties on metal bioavailability, highlighting the specific behaviors of different metal elements in sediments, and provides valuable information for future research in this area.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Dianpeng Li, Tangwu Yang, Rixiu Zhou, Zhengjie Zhu, Shuqing An
Summary: It is essential to assess the contamination of heavy metal (HM) in lakes in dissolved matter, suspended particular matter (SPM), and sediments. This study evaluated the risks of HMs in Caohai, China, in water, SPM, and sediment, and analyzed the changes in sediment HM contamination with historical data. The transport of HM was mainly influenced by SPM load, and the concentrations of Zn, Pb, and Cd in SPM and sediment were significantly higher than the upper continental crust (UCC) values. SPM and sediments were polluted and had high toxicity risks, originating from industrial and agricultural sources. The concentrations of Zn, Pb, and Cd in Caohai sediments showed an increase compared to previous years. This research provides valuable reference data for the remediation of polluted karst lakes.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hyeryeong Jeong, Daniel F. Araujo, Joe Knoery, Nicolas Briant, Kongtae Ra
Summary: This study applied a multi-isotope and multi-elemental characterization to different antifouling paints (APs) for the first time, to improve their tracking in marine environments. The high contents of copper and zinc were observed in APs. The elemental fingerprint analysis revealed that APs, tires, and brake pads have distinct fingerprints. However, the first attempt to apply this method in highly urbanized harbor areas showed difficulties in source apportionments.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Justyna Szerement, Alicja Szatanik-Kloc, Renata Jarosz, Tomasz Bajda, Monika Mierzwa-Hersztek
Summary: Zeolites are extensively studied materials for adsorption and ion exchange with wide applications in agriculture and environmental protection. Natural zeolites are widely researched as soil conditioners and fertilizer additives in agriculture, while synthesized zeolites are gaining attention in environmental remediation. Despite numerous studies on zeolites' applications in environmental protection, their full potential is yet to be fully explored.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Marcello Dalla Bernardina Dalla, Camila Ospina Ayala, Fernanda Cristina De Abreu Quintela Castro, Felipe Kalil Neto, Gabriele Zanirati, Wilson Canon-Montanez, Rita Mattiello
Summary: This study conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis on the risk of ADHD in individuals under 18 years old after exposure to environmental pollution. The results indicate that children exposed to higher levels of heavy metal and lead have a greater risk of developing ADHD.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Naminata Sangare Soumahoro, N'guessan Louis Berenger Kouassi, Koffi Marcellin Yao, Edith Kouassi Kwa-Koffi, Aka Marcel Kouassi, Albert Trokourey
Summary: The study investigated the impact of the Akouedo dumpsite in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire, on metal contamination in the surrounding environment. It was found that the dumpsite significantly polluted the sediments with Cu, Zn, Cd, and Pb, potentially causing high ecological risks.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Jianghong Liu, Lea Ghastine, Phoebe Um, Elizabeth Rovit, Tina Wu
Summary: Environmental exposures such as heavy metals, noise pollution, light pollution, second-hand smoke, and air pollution have been shown to have detrimental effects on various aspects of sleep health. While there is growing empirical evidence supporting the association between these exposures and sleep problems, the relationship between light exposure and sleep remains unclear and requires further investigation to elucidate the exact mechanisms of action.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Wheaton L. Schroeder, Anna S. Baber, Rajib Saha
Summary: Synthetic biology has the potential to revolutionize the biotech industry and our everyday lives, and tools like EuGeneCiD and EuGeneCiM play a crucial role in designing and modeling genetic circuits for future applications. These tools preclude problematic designs and can be used to develop various genetic circuit conceptualizations.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Changping Mao, Tianning Li, Wenbo Rao, Zhen Tang, Yinxian Song, Shuai Wang
Summary: The study found that phosphorus in sediments along the Jiangsu Coast primarily originates from the Yellow River, with the distribution pattern of phosphorus species dependent on both phosphorus sources and local environments. Biologically available phosphorus species mainly include exchangeable and organic phosphorus fractions, which are overall influenced by sediment grain sizes and organic matter content.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yuanyuan Wang, Weiwei Xu, Jizhou Li, Yinxian Song, Ming Hua, Wenbo Li, Yubo Wen, Tianyuan Li, Xinxing He
Summary: The study developed a method to establish the relationship between chemical fractionation of heavy metals in soil and their accumulation in rice. The results showed that labile fractions had significant contributions to heavy metal accumulations in rice, and Cd and As were identified as the main pollutants in the soil.
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOCHEMISTRY AND HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Chunjun Tao, Yinxian Song, Zhong Chen, Wanfu Zhao, Junfeng Ji, Nengping Shen, Godwin A. Ayoko, Ray L. Frost
Summary: The study found that heavy metals in soil mainly come from the weathering pedogenic process, released under acidic conditions. Heavy metals in tea samples were below the standards, and soil organic matter and redox process influenced the distribution and transfer of As, Pb, Cd and Hg in soil and tea.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Mahnaz D. Gholami, Qian Liu, Prashant Sonar, Sergei Manzhos, Godwin A. Ayoko, Emad L. Izake
Summary: Cyanide is a hazardous ion, and there is a high demand for sensitive and selective sensors for its monitoring. The novel chemosensor TBC-DPPN can detect CN- in water samples through visual and vibrational spectroscopy, with high selectivity and sensitivity. The mechanism of CN- sensing by TBC-DPPN sensor is confirmed by spectral measurements and DFT calculations, enabling detection of CN- in water below recommended limits.
ADVANCED MATERIALS TECHNOLOGIES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Mahnaz D. Gholami, Anthony P. O'Mullane, Prashant Sonar, Godwin A. Ayoko, Emad L. Izake
Summary: A novel electrochemical immunosensor was developed for rapid and selective detection of cTnI in blood plasma, demonstrating potential application in pathological laboratories and point-of-care settings.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lorena S. Miranda, Godwin A. Ayoko, Prasanna Egodawatta, Ashantha Goonetilleke
Summary: Limited knowledge of the combined effects of water and sediment properties and metal ionic characteristics on the solid-liquid partitioning of heavy metals constrains the effective management of urban waterways. The study revealed that high salinity can increase the solubility of weakly-bound metals, while dissolved organic matter does not favor metal solubility.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lorena S. Miranda, Kaveh Deilami, Godwin A. Ayoko, Prasanna Egodawatta, Ashantha Goonetilleke
Summary: This study found that the influence of land use and configuration on metal partitioning is independent of scale, and population density increases metal bioavailability at the riparian scale. Agricultural lands discharge the highest fractions of dissolved metals at both spatial scales.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zili Jiang, Fengting Sun, Ray L. Frost, Godwin Ayoko, Guangren Qian, Xiuxiu Ruan
Summary: The study showed that unassembled LDHs exhibited greater adsorption capacities and shorter equilibrium time for methyl orange, possibly due to their loose structure and more exposed adsorption sites. This suggests that unassembled LDHs could be an effective pathway for exploring the adsorption sites of LDHs.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Mahnaz D. Gholami, Kristyan Guppy-Coles, Serena Nihal, Daman Langguth, Prashant Sonar, Godwin A. Ayoko, Chamindie Punyadeera, Emad L. Izake
Summary: The paper presents a simple optical sensing method for the screening of SARS-CoV-2 through its spike protein subunit S1. The method utilizes a target-specific extractor chip to bind the protein from the biological specimens. The paper-based sensing method has the potential for screening various viruses and can be used in areas with limited scientific infrastructure.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Beibei He, An Liu, Godfred O. Duodu, Buddhi Wijesiri, Godwin A. Ayoko, Ashantha Goonetilleke
Summary: This study examines the combined effects of catchment characteristics, sediment properties, and emerging pollutants (microplastics) on the presence of metals in urban river sediments. The results show variations in metal concentrations and enrichment along the Brisbane River, with crustal metals correlated with sediment properties and anthropogenic source metals correlated with catchment characteristics. Additionally, the presence of metals in sediments is positively correlated with microplastics concentration and negatively correlated with microplastics hazard indices.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Kongqiu Liang, Junwei Zhong, Wanfu Zhao, Yinxian Song, He Chang, Shitao Zhang, Zhong Chen, Weiwei Zhou, Junfeng Ji, Godwin A. Ayoko, Ray L. Frost, Salim Belyazid
Summary: The integration of heavy metal leaching based on the PROFILE weathering model into the steady-state critical load (SSCL) of heavy metals was conducted to assess the environmental capacity of agro-ecosystem. The leaching rates of Hg, As, Cd, Cr, Pb, Cu, and Zn in paddy soil were quantified, and their correlations with pH, CaO, TFe2O3, and Corg were analyzed. Atmospheric deposition, rice plant uptake, and leaching were identified as the main input and output pathways for heavy metals in agricultural soil. The SSCL model provides new insights for the establishment of environment management in agricultural soils.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Mengli Xie, He Chang, Xiaohua Zhou, Jieyong Zhu, Zhong Chen, Tianfu Yang, Kun Long, Yinxian Song
Summary: This study investigated the transfer and accumulation characteristics of rare earth elements (REEs) in the Mengku tea region. It was found that light REEs were easily enriched in rock, soil, and tea. The anomalies of Ce and Eu in rocks and soil were negative, while Ce levels in soil showed slightly positive anomalies. The transfer of REEs was mainly affected by K, Na, Ca, and Mg, with LREEs being mainly enriched in tea through Na+ channels.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yanpeng Yang, Zhong Chen, Yinxian Song, Ming Yan, Chuandong Xue, Junfeng Ji, Godwin A. Ayoko, Ray L. Frost
Summary: This paper investigates glacial sediments in the Ny-Ålesund region of the Arctic and clarifies the response of polar environment to global changes through geochemical characteristics of glacial sediments. The results show that the main factors affecting the elements distribution in the sediments are soil formation, bedrock and weathering, and biological activity. The formation of stone circles leads to lower chemical weathering in the sediments. Changes in carbonate content with glacier front retreating indicate the importance of biological weathering.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Yubo Wen, Yuanyuan Wang, Wenbing Ji, Ning Wei, Qilin Liao, Dingling Huang, Xianqiang Meng, Yinxian Song
Summary: This research investigates the chemical compositions of soils derived from carbonate rocks and identifies the most important factors influencing the levels of PTEs. The study found that Cd and As are the most highly contaminated elements in the soil, and the levels of Fe2O3 and Mn, soil pH, TOC, and rock weathering intensity are the key factors affecting the PTE levels.
