Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Zainab A. H. Ahmed, Ayad A. H. Faisal
Summary: The main focus of this work is to change inert sand into a reactive material by adding layered double hydroxide nanoparticles to its surfaces. Surfactant, chicken eggshells, and alum were used to create these nanoparticles. The modified sand showed high efficiency in removing amoxicillin from water, with a maximum sorption capacity of 43.642 mg/g. The structure of coated sand significantly changed due to the formation of a plate-like layer made up of loosely aggregated micrometric plates caused by LDH nanoparticles, resulting in increased removal of antibiotics.
ALEXANDRIA ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Aaron Albert Aryee, Runping Han, Lingbo Qu, Jiri Jaromir Klemes
Summary: The widespread use of amoxicillin for treating common diseases has raised concerns about its presence in sewage and its impact on the environment and human health. This review discusses the ways amoxicillin enters the environment and its potential effects. Detection methods and remediation techniques for its removal from wastewater are also discussed. Advanced oxidation processes and constructed wetlands have been found to be the most and least applied methods for remediation, respectively.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Vera Valovicova, Eva Plevova, Silvie Vallova, Lenka Vaculikova, Aneta Smykalova, Bogna D. Napruszewska, Ewa M. Serwicka, Silvia Dolinska
Summary: The study successfully prepared a manganese dioxide/montmorillonite composite and demonstrated its efficient sorption capability for two antibiotics in aqueous solution. The research provides valuable insights for the design of cost-effective clay-based adsorbents.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Zhenhao Zhao, Ren Xue, Liang Fu, Congli Chen, Fabrice Ndayisenga, Dandan Zhou
Summary: Carbon dots enhanced the photosynthetic activity of Chlorella under antibiotic stress, leading to a significant increase in specific growth rate, photosystems II activity, and antibiotic removal. The toxicity of residuals was eliminated, while the removal of nitrogen and phosphorous increased, as well as the production of pigments, lipids, and proteins. This study proposed a new strategy for coupling microalgal bioresource production and toxic wastewater purification using CDs.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yixiang Cai, Hong Yu, Liheng Ren, Yingjuan Ou, Shilin Jiang, Youzheng Chai, Anwei Chen, Binghua Yan, Jiachao Zhang, Zhiyong Yan
Summary: This study investigated the potential of a Trichoderma strain (Trichoderma pubescens DAOM 166162) isolated from activated sludge for the treatment of amoxicillin (AMO) containing wastewater. The study revealed that the strain's removal of AMO was facilitated by the secretion of extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) with a higher protein percentage. The primary degradation pathway of AMO by the strain was the hydroxyl group uncoupling the lactam ring and subsequent hydrolysis in an alkaline environment.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Ahmed M. D. Al Ketife, Fares Almomani, Hussein Znad
Summary: The study evaluated the impact of different treatments on chicken bones in removing copper ions from aqueous solutions. The results showed that detergent treated bones had the highest removal efficiency, while untreated bones had the lowest. The pseudo-second-order kinetic model provided the best representation of the adsorption process.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Safa Benjedim, Jesica Castelo-Quiben, Esther Bailon-Garcia, El Mostapha Lotfi, Agustin F. Perez-Cadenas, Vaclav Slovak, Jiri Kalina, Francisco Carrasco-Marin
Summary: Activated carbon/TixOy nanoparticles were synthesized using controlled hydrolysis at mild temperature and pressure conditions. These materials exhibit high performance as visible-light driven photocatalysts, with the presence of carbon improving electron transfer efficiency and reducing electron-hole recombination to enhance photocatalytic activity.
Article
Infectious Diseases
Severina Aleksic, Andreja Zgajnar Gotvajn, Katarina Premzl, Mitja Kolar, Sonja Sostar Turk
Summary: The study shows that ozonation is effective in removing AMX and CIP antibiotics from wastewater and improving their biodegradability. Almost complete removal of total organic carbon and significant decrease in antibiotic concentrations were observed in the ozonation-treated model wastewater.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Juan F. Saldarriaga, Natalia A. Montoya, Idoia Estiati, Andres T. Aguayo, Roberto Aguado, Martin Olazar
Summary: The unburned materials obtained from combustion of various types of vegetable biomasses have mainly carbonaceous structure with high surface area, suitable for use as low-cost adsorbents. This byproduct shows promising potential in removing emerging pollutants from wastewater as a viable alternative to commercial adsorbents.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
B. Chhaibi, A. Loudiki, A. Hrioua, A. Farahi, F. Laghrib, M. Bakasse, S. Lahrich, S. Saqrane, M. A. El Mhammedi
Summary: In this paper, a novel sensing strategy for detecting amoxicillin (AMX) based on photoinduced electron transfer (PET) is reported. The AMX molecule is activated by ultraviolet irradiation, resulting in a lower energy product that acts as an electron donor in the CPE system. The electrochemical response is improved by exposing the homogeneous solution to UV photoirradiation. This low-cost and high sensitivity method has been successfully applied to the determination of AMX in tap water and wastewater samples.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Hui Liu, Li Wang, Shanshan Wei, Yihai Wu, Yufei Zheng, Fei Yuan, Jinbo Hou
Summary: A novel Bi2WO6/nano-ZnO hybrid material was synthesized using a simple two-step hydrothermal method for photocatalytic degradation of amoxicillin in wastewater under visible light. The hybrid material, composed of many nanosheets in a layered structure, exhibited significantly improved photocatalytic activity compared to pure Bi2WO6 and nano-ZnO, with the Bi2WO6/nano-ZnO sample at a molar ratio of 1:3 showing the highest activity. The enhancement in photocatalytic activity is attributed to the reduction of band gap energy caused by the heterostructure formed by the two semiconductors, enabling effective separation and inhibition of recombination of photo generated charge carriers.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Paulina Nowak, Barbara Muir, Agnieszka Solinska, Malgorzata Franus, Tomasz Bajda
Summary: This study investigated a low-energy-consuming procedure for the synthesis of zeolite materials from coal fly ash. The synthetic zeolites showed high adsorption capacities for both cationic and anionic compounds, comparable to or even greater than natural clinoptilolite and synthetic Na-P1.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mohamed Khitous, Mohamed Trari
Summary: In this investigation, calcined Ni/Mo hydrotalcite was prepared and used as an efficient sorbent for removing lead from aqueous solutions. The sorbent showed high removal efficiency of 99% for Pb2+ at a pH of 6 and a sorbent dose of 2 g/L. The sorption process involved surface precipitation, diffusion, and isomorphic substitution.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Irene Verdu, Georgiana Amariei, Patricia Plaza-Bolanos, Ana Aguera, Francisco Leganes, Roberto Rosal, Francisca Fernandez-Pinas
Summary: This study found that polystyrene nanoplastics sorbed micropollutants in wastewater, reducing their bioavailability and thus decreasing the toxicological effects on biota. The toxic effects on organisms varied under single exposure, wastewater exposure, and combined exposure of nanoplastics with wastewater.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Setare Jalali, Mehdi Ardjmand, Bahman Ramavandi, Ferial Nosratinia
Summary: This study successfully utilized zeolite Y-sea salt catalyst to remove amoxicillin (AMX) from wastewater, achieving a maximum removal rate of 93% after optimizing parameters. The catalyst showed good stability after AMX removal and was suitable for repeated reuse.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Chao Xue, Qu Zhang, Wenpeng Li, Gary Ownes, Zuliang Chen
Summary: In this study, a new material, ZIF-8@FeNPs, was successfully synthesized and showed good performance in removing Sb(V) from wastewater. The material exhibited high adsorption capacity and magnetic properties, allowing for effective removal and recovery of Sb(V). It has potential for practical applications.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shurui Guo, Mingqin Jiang, Jiajiang Lin, Nasreen Islam Khan, Gary Owens, Zuliang Chen
Summary: This study found that the availability of arsenic (As) in soil is closely related to the presence of iron (Fe) oxides and humic acid (HA). However, the relationship between Fe oxides and HA and As species is not well understood. The experiment showed that As(V) is mainly distributed to certain bound forms of Fe and Al oxides, while As(III) is mainly found in the residual fraction. The addition of HA and green synthesized Fe oxide nanoparticles (FeNPs) affected the distribution of As species in the soil, with HA/FeNPs treatment increasing As(V) in certain bound forms and decreasing As(III) in the residual fraction. The study proposed a mechanism involving the combination of HA and FeNPs to explain the redistribution of As species in the soil.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yuanyuan Zhou, Chao Xue, Li Gan, Gary Owens, Zuliang Chen
Summary: Bio-reduced graphene oxide (B-rGO) synthesized by Lysinibacillus sp. can simultaneously remove triclosan (TCS) and Cadmium (Cd(II)), with higher adsorption capacities compared to commercially available reduced graphene oxide (C-rGO). The presence of extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) on B-rGO surface plays a crucial role in enhancing the removal of contaminants. The adsorption mechanism of TCS involves 7C-7C interactions and hydrogen bonding, while Cd(II) is removed through a combination of electrostatic interactions and chelation/complexation.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yalin Yang, Xiulan Weng, Zuliang Chen
Summary: Recycling rare earth elements (REEs) from secondary waste sources like REEs mine wastewater is a sustainable approach that allows for waste reuse and wastewater processing. In this study, environmentally friendly, sustainable, and low-cost green reduced graphene oxide (G-rGO) was prepared using green tea extract. The comparison between G-rGO and commercial reduced graphene oxide (rGO) showed that G-rGO had a much higher efficiency in adsorbing Y(III), indicating a synergistic adsorption between the capping layer of G-rGO and rGO alone. The adsorption mechanism of Y(III) by G-rGO was proposed to involve electronic complexation, electrostatic adsorption, and ion exchange. Furthermore, G-rGO demonstrated high adsorption efficiencies for Y(III), Ce(III), and Zn(II) in mine wastewater.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jing Wu, Jiabing Li, Gary Owens, Zuliang Chen
Summary: The widespread use of antibiotics has caused severe environmental contamination. A green-synthesized iron/manganese nanoparticle system was developed, which effectively removed oxytetracycline and levofloxacin from aqueous solutions. The system showed high catalytic activity and generated various reactive oxygen species, leading to the degradation of the antibiotics. The system also demonstrated potential for wastewater treatment.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Xiulan Weng, Huijing Ma, Gary Owens, Zuliang Chen
Summary: Recently, bimetallic Fe-Pd nanoparticles integrated with metal organic frameworks (MOFs) have shown potential for enhanced organic contaminant removal. Fe-Pd@ZIF-8 composite catalyst demonstrated a higher removal efficiency of 2,4-dichlorophenol compared to ZIF-8 or Fe-Pd alone. Characterization of Fe-Pd@ZIF-8 revealed that the removal mechanism involved both adsorption and dechlorination.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Qiuting Yan, Yalin Yang, Wei Chen, Xiulan Weng, Gary Owens, Zuliang Chen
Summary: In this study, bio-nanoparticles (BC@FeNPs-EPS) were successfully synthesized and used to efficiently remove and recover rare earth elements (REEs) from mine wastewater. The removal efficiency of BC@FeNPs-EPS was consistently higher than the three constituent components alone. SEM, XPS, and Zeta potential measurements confirmed the mechanisms of surface complexation and ion exchange for REEs removal. The material also demonstrated high removal efficiency for Eu (III), Tb (III), and Ce (III) in real mine wastewaters.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jing Wu, Xiulan Weng, Gary Owens, Zuliang Chen
Summary: By optimizing the synthesis conditions of Fe/Mn nanoparticles (Fe/Mn NPs) using response surface methodology (RSM), the efficiency of Fe/Mn NPs in removing oxytetracycline (OTC) and copper ion (Cu(II)) from livestock and poultry farming wastewater was significantly increased. The Fe/Mn NPs were found to have elliptic shape with amino, carboxyl, and hydroxyl functional groups on the surface, maintaining a high negative charge density between pH 1 and 11. A removal mechanism based on a combination of complex-bridging effect, pore-filling, hydrogen bonding, surface complexation, ion exchange, and electrostatic attraction was proposed. In swine wastewater experiments, Fe/Mn NPs achieved a removal rate of 99.9% for OTC and 55.6% for Cu(II).
Article
Biophysics
Wanling Cai, Wei Zhang, Zuliang Chen
Summary: Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with high surface area and biodegradability have potential in drug release. Fe3O4 nanoparticles and MOFs composite materials, with magnetic features, were investigated for norfloxacin loading and release. The composite showed pH-sensitive properties and high release efficiency, making it suitable for targeted drug delivery. Its antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli was also tested, indicating its potential as a microbial inhibitor.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Qiuting Yan, Xiaoyu Lin, Zhibiao Chen, Zuliang Chen
Summary: In this study, a functional bionanomaterial (FeNPs-EPS) was synthesized using Bacillus cereus as a means of efficiently recovering rare earth elements (REEs) from mine wastewater. The composite material composed of synthesized iron nanoparticles (Fenps) and extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) showed good stability and adsorption capacity. FeNPs-EPS demonstrated strong potential to remove Eu(III) and Tb(III) cations from the wastewater, providing a practical method for the efficient recovery of REEs from waste streams.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Ming Liu, Mei Lin, Pan Wu, Gary Owens, Zuliang Chen
Summary: A green tea extract was used as a natural reducing agent to prepare three different manganese oxides (Mn3O4, Mn2O3 and MnO) for degradation of estriol (E3). The catalytic ability of the manganese oxides varied, with Mn2O3 showing the highest E3 degradation efficiency. The morphology of the manganese oxides was primarily olive-shaped with a uniform distribution of elements.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Qu Zhang, Chao Xue, Gary Owens, Zuliang Chen
Summary: Green tea extract was used to synthesize reduced graphene oxide (rGO) as a carrier to immobilize Ochrobactrum sp. FJ1, forming a functional bionanomaterial (FJ1@rGO) for the degradation of 17beta-estradiol (E2). Response surface methodology (CCD) was used to optimize the synthesis conditions, and the optimized FJ1@rGO showed a significantly higher removal efficiency of 93.7% for E2 within 10 days. Advanced characterization confirmed the successful immobilization of FJ1 on rGO, and FJ1@rGO exhibited excellent removal effects on E1, BPA, and triclosan, as well as excellent recycling properties.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Lu Yang, Xiaoying Jin, Qiang Lin, Gary Owens, Zuliang Chen
Summary: This study introduces a green sustainable carbon@nano-zero-valent iron composite (C@nZVI) derived from biosynthesis for removing Pb(II) and Zn(II) heavy metal ions from mining wastewater. The C@nZVI exhibits high removal capacities for Pb(II) and Zn(II) of 98.37 and 26.38 mg center dot g 1, respectively. The adsorption of both Pb(II) and Zn(II) onto carbon and iron oxides was confirmed, followed by the reduction of Pb(II) to Pb(0) by nZVI with the assistance of biomass-derived carbon. The Langmuir and pseudo-second-order kinetic models were found to best fit the adsorption process. Furthermore, C@nZVI also demonstrated high removal efficiencies for other contaminants such as As, Cd, and Sb, indicating its great potential for environmental remediation applications.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yan Zhou, Yongtao Lan, Michael Douglas Short, Juanjuan Shi, Qiugui Zhang, Junhao Xu, Gujie Qian
Summary: In this study, bagasse-derived biochar modified with KOH was used to remove the antibiotic norfloxacin from aqueous solutions. The 3K-SCB750 biochar exhibited excellent adsorption performance for norfloxacin and showed promising potential as an adsorbent for antibiotics in wastewater treatment.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zibin Pan, Zhengxian Chen, Gary Owens, Zuliang Chen
Summary: Biosynthesis strategies are promising methods for the sustainable preparation of nanoparticles due to their lower toxicity to organisms and the environment. This study focused on understanding the biosynthetic mechanism and specific biomolecules involved in the formation of a Fe/Cu bimetallic bio-composite used for arsenic removal. The results showed that the surface of Fe/Cu-OC contained various functional groups and had both crystalline and amorphous features. The biosynthetic mechanism involved a series of spontaneous coordination, redox, and organic adsorption reactions.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Elizabeth Alvarez-Chavez, Stephane Godbout, Mylene Genereux, Caroline Cote, Alain N. Rousseau, Sebastien Fournel
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of alternative filtering materials and bed aeration on the retention of nutrients and fecal bacteria in woodchip bedded stand-off pads for cows. The results showed that the alternative biofilters were more efficient in removing COD, SS, TN, and NO3-N, while conventional biofilters were more efficient for PO4-P removal. Aeration did not have a significant effect under the tested temperature conditions.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yike Zhang, Zengyi Ma, Zhuoting Fang, Yuandong Qian, Zhiping Huang, Yilong Ye, Jianhua Yan
Summary: This study investigates the application of oxygen enrichment melting technology in the melting of municipal solid waste incineration fly ash. The results demonstrate that oxygen enrichment technology can reduce energy consumption and operating costs, as well as decrease pollution emissions.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Liangang Xiao, Mingkai Leng, Philip Greenwood, Rongqin Zhao, Zhixiang Xie, Zengtao You, Junguo Liu
Summary: This study investigates the effects of grazing exclusion on soil organic carbon (SOC) accumulation and vegetation recovery. It finds that grazing exclusion can increase the potential for SOC accumulation, and higher annual precipitation is positively correlated with SOC accumulation.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Beatrice Cantoni, Jessica Ianes, Beatrice Bertolo, Selena Ziccardi, Francesco Maffini, Manuela Antonelli
Summary: This study evaluates the performance of ozonation and adsorption as in-series processes compared to standalone processes for the removal of Contaminants of Emerging Concern (CECs) in drinking water. The combination of both processes proves to be more effective than adsorption and ozonation alone. Ozonation improves the adsorption performance of poorly-oxidizable CECs but worsens that of well-oxidizable compounds. This research highlights the importance of considering both processes in the removal of CECs in drinking water treatment plants.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Dan Li, Bingjun Liu, Yang Lu, Jianyu Fu
Summary: A new Standardized compound Drought and Saltwater intrusion Index (SDSI) was developed to detect changes in the severity of CDSEs in six estuaries. The study found that saltwater intrusion plays a dominant role in influencing SDSI severity, and CDSEs vary in frequency, duration and severity among different estuaries.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yong-Qiang Li, Rui Sun, Chong-Miao Zhang, Zi-Xuan Liu, Rui-tao Chen, Jian Zhao, Hua-dong Gu, Huan-Cai Yin
Summary: In this study, an electron beam excitation multi-wavelength ultraviolet (EBE-MW-UV) system was established and found to have significantly higher microbial inactivation effects compared to single-wavelength UV-LEDs in water. Mechanism analysis revealed that EBE-MW-UV damaged microbial DNA and proteins, and generated additional reactive oxygen species, leading to microbial inactivation.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kaili Ma, Xinxin Han, Qiujuan Li, Yu Kong, Qiaoli Liu, Xu Yan, Yahong Luo, Xiaopin Li, Huiyang Wen, Zhiguo Cao
Summary: This study reveals that the use of a tryptophan-degrading microbial consortium (TDC) can enhance the hydrolysis efficiency of waste activated sludge (WAS), increasing the yield and quality of short chain fatty acids (SCFAs) and improving the solubilization and release of organic substances from WAS.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ling Xiong, Rui Li
Summary: Incorporating Ecosystem Service Value (ESV) into land use planning can provide informed land management decisions. This study evaluates the ESV of Guizhou Province in China's karst region. The results show an increase in total ESV over the past two decades due to ecological restoration projects.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
M. Geetha Jenifel
Summary: This article discusses the importance of water and the pollution of freshwater resources, and introduces the use of machine learning models and blockchain technology to predict and protect water quality.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Stanslaus Terengia Materu, Taotao Chen, Chang Liu, Daocai Chi, Meng Jun
Summary: The study showed that H2SO4-modified biochar can reduce P leaching, increase soil available P, and enhance plant P uptake in alternate wetting and drying irrigation systems. Biochar additions B20A and IAWDB20A-M were effective in improving yield, reducing P leaching, and increasing APB.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Amir Nouri, Ali Akbar Zinatizadeh, Sirus Zinadini, Mark Van Loosdrecht
Summary: This study focuses on the development of an air-lift bio-electrochemical reactor (ALBER) with a continuous feeding regime to enhance nitrogen removal from synthetic wastewater. The effect of temperature, hydraulic retention time (HRT), N -NH+4 /TN ratio, and current density on the reactor performance was investigated, and the ALBER achieved a maximum TN removal of 73%. The results suggest that the ALBER has potential for treating industrial wastewater at low temperatures.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Peifang Wang, Guoxiang You, Yang Gao, Juan Chen, Xun Wang, Chao Wang
Summary: This study investigated the ecological processes of microbial communities and N- and P-transformation processes in multistage agricultural drainage ditches. The results showed that the microbial communities were co-shaped by agricultural practices and ditch size, which further governed the N and P removal performance.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiaofeng Niu, Huan Wang, Tao Wang, Peiyu Zhang, Huan Zhang, Hongxia Wang, Xianghong Kong, Songguang Xie, Jun Xu
Summary: Microorganisms play a critical role in maintaining ecosystem balance, and environmental stressors can affect the assembly processes of microbial communities. The study found that different stressors have opposite effects on microbial community assembly in water and sediment, and warming has different influences compared to herbicides and nutrients.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yuqing Tan, Qiming Cheng, Fengwei Lyu, Fei Liu, Linhao Liu, Yihong Su, Shaochun Yuan, Wenyu Xiao, Zhen Liu, Yao Chen
Summary: The exacerbation of global warming, extreme weather events, and rapid urbanization have led to increased flooding in urban areas. China has adopted sponge city as an efficient means of preventing and controlling urban floods. Using a SWMM-FVCOM model, the hydrological reduction and control effect of sponge city construction (SPCC) within a university campus were evaluated. The study found that implementing SPCC effectively mitigates surface runoff and reduces the severity of urban flooding. However, the efficacy of runoff control decreases with longer rainfall return periods.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zhonghan Chen, Qiuyan Li, Shibo Yan, Juan Xu, Qiaoyun Lin, Zhuangming Zhao, Ziying He
Summary: Tidal rivers are important biochemical reaction channels, receiving carbon from wastewater and agricultural drains, affecting CO2 emissions. Through modeling and data analysis, researchers explored carbon distribution, emissions, and greenhouse effects, emphasizing the potential of river management to change global CO2 emissions under climate change.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
