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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
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Summary: Parthenium hysterophorus is a plant species that can uptake heavy metals from the soil and accumulate them in its tissues. The use of the chelating agent EDTA can enhance metal uptake capacity. The experiment showed that the concentrations of Cd and Pb in the shoot of P. hysterophorus were highest without and with the presence of EDTA, respectively. EDTA also increased the accumulation of essential ions in P. hysterophorus.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
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Environmental Sciences
Juan J. Espada, Rosalia Rodriguez, Vanessa Gari, Pablo Salcedo-Abraira, Luis Fernando Bautista
Summary: Phytoremediation is an effective in-situ remediation technology that utilizes the ability of plants to remove pollutants from soil. This study investigated phytoremediation for Pb removal from contaminated soil in Spain. The results showed that energy recovery from biomass was more environmentally friendly compared to direct landfill disposal.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wenbin Yao, Zhihui Yang, Lei Huang, Changqing Su
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APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Review
Biochemical Research Methods
Maria Gavrilescu
Summary: Environmental pollution with heavy metals adversely affects soil quality and crop yields. Phytoremediation, using plants as hyperaccumulators, provides an environmentally friendly solution, but it is not without its drawbacks. Plant toxicity and low bioavailability of heavy metals in soil are major challenges. Various techniques have been proposed to enhance and expedite phytoremediation by increasing plant tolerance to heavy metal toxicity and promoting heavy metal extraction and transport.
CURRENT OPINION IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Guowei Qin, Zhaodong Niu, Jiangdong Yu, Zhuohan Li, Jiaoyang Ma, Ping Xiang
Summary: This study comprehensively introduced the current status of agricultural soil pollution by heavy metals in China, analyzed the main sources of contaminants and remediation technologies, and provided important insights for policymakers, environmental engineers, and agro-technicians.
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Engineering, Environmental
Nan Guo, Hui Ling, Renkui Yu, Fei Gao, Yue Cao, Jun Tao
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JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
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Engineering, Environmental
Liang Shi, Jie Li, Kumuduni Niroshika Palansooriya, Yahua Chen, Deyi Hou, Erik Meers, Daniel C. W. Tsang, Xiaonan Wang, Yong Sik Ok
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JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
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Xianjun Xie, Jiabei Luo, Linrui Guan, Wen Zhong, Chuanyong Jing, Yanxin Wang
Summary: This study aimed to determine the leaching mechanism of cadmium from contaminated soil by nitrilotriacetic acid. The removal efficiency of exchangeable Cd was the highest, and the speciation distribution of Cd had an important influence on the Cd isotope fractionation degree in the leaching process. Isotope fractionation characteristics can provide theoretical support for NTA leaching of Cd contaminated soil.
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Environmental Sciences
Yulin Xiang, Chunyu Dai, Mi Fu, Kai Xie, Cengtao Mo
Summary: The use of a coal-gasification-slag-supported extract-of-municipal-sludge composite (CES) and N,N-bis(carboxymethyl) glutamic acid (GLDA) can significantly enhance the phytoextraction efficiency of Artemisia ordosica Krasch. in cadmium-contaminated soil. It regulates soil nutrients and pH levels, promotes plant growth and macroaggregate formation, and improves the uptake of Cd by the plant.
WATER AIR AND SOIL POLLUTION
(2023)
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Environmental Sciences
Zhou-Yu Liu, Rui Yang, Xue-Ying Xiang, Li-Lu Niu, Dai-Xia Yin
Summary: The addition of biochar can improve the adsorption rate and capacity of heavy metal ions such as Ar, Cr, and Ni on the adsorbent limestone. At the same time, biochar addition can also increase soil pH, enhance the content of soil dissolved organic carbon, and improve the activity of soil catalase.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOREMEDIATION
(2023)
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Environmental Sciences
Xuerui Cao, Xiaozi Wang, Min Lu, Yasir Hamid, Qiang Lin, Xingxing Liu, Tingqiang Li, Guoqun Liu, Zhenli He, Xiaoe Yang
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ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2021)
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Environmental Sciences
Hanghang Zhao, Peiyue Li, Xiaodong He
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Chemistry, Physical
Yinyue Zhou, Nuohan Xu, Kaixun Tian, Taiping Qing, Yaoyao Hao, Pei Liang, Mei Li
Summary: A novel and environmentally-friendly magnetic adsorbent (Fe3O4@PB@NTA) was developed for the removal of cadmium from wastewater. The adsorbent showed excellent adsorption capacity and regeneration performance, and the adsorption mechanism was found to involve the formation of coordination bonds and electrostatic attraction.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Shaojun Jiang, Tao Chen, Junhao Zhang, Lian Xin Duan, Bo Yan
Summary: This study explores the use of highly active silicon modified tailings (HAST) as sorbents and passivators to address the environmental risks of lead-zinc tailings. The results show that HAST has high stability and adsorption capacity, particularly for Cd ions. The main mechanisms for Cd adsorption onto HAST are ion exchange, complexation, precipitation, and electrostatic interaction. Additionally, HAST can facilitate the conversion of exchangeable Cd fractions into stable fractions in soil. Overall, this study provides a practical strategy for recycling lead-zinc tailings and treating wastewater and soil.
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Environmental Sciences
Yulin Xiang, Yuxiu Xiang, Xuchun Gao
Summary: This study aimed to remediate cadmium (Cd)-contaminated soil using a coal gasification slag-humic acid (SA) hybrid material. The experiments conducted under different illumination conditions showed that adding 10 wt% of SA to the soil can improve soil fertility and reduce the mobility of Cd. The addition of SA also significantly decreased the Cd content in the leaf, stem, and root of the Artemisia ordosica plant.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
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Ali El-Naggar, Sabry M. Shaheen, Zeng-Yei Hseu, Shan-Li Wang, Yong Sik Ok, Jorg Rinklebe
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(2019)
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Environmental Sciences
Puu-Tai Yang, Wen-Jing Wu, Yohey Hashimoto, Jang-Hung Huang, Shiuh-Tsuen Huang, Zeng-Yei Hseu, Shan-Li Wang
Review
Environmental Sciences
Meththika Vithanage, Prasanna Kumarathilaka, Christopher Oze, Suniti Karunatilake, Mihiri Seneviratne, Zeng-Yei Hseu, Viraj Gunarathne, Maheshi Dassanayake, Yong Sik Ok, Joerg Rinklebe
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(2019)
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Environmental Sciences
Ying-Lin Wang, Ming-Chien Tsou, Hsiu-Ting Liao, Zeng-Yei Hseu, Winston Dang, Hsing-Cheng Hsi, Ling-Chu Chien
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(2020)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Kun Li, Guangcai Yin, Qiuyuan Xu, Junhua Yan, Zeng-Yei Hseu, Liwei Zhu, Qintie Lin
Editorial Material
Environmental Sciences
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Environmental Sciences
Chia-Yu Yang, Yan-Lin Tseng, Zeng-Yei Hseu
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Shang-Feng Wu, Yun-Jie Lai, Zeng-Yei Hseu, Yaw-Terng Chern
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Environmental Sciences
Sabry M. Shaheen, Hsin-Yu Chen, Hocheol Song, Joerg Rinklebe, Zeng-Yei Hseu
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SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
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Mon-Lin Chou, Hong-Yang Tseng, Chung-Ho Wang, Zeng-Yei Hseu
Summary: This study utilized oxygen-18 and deuterium stable isotopes to identify and analyze the different water sources mixing in the soil layer and recharging to groundwater in a paddy field during the growth season in 2014. The results demonstrate the applicability of stable isotopes in monitoring and identifying soil layer sources and their contributions to groundwater recharge.
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Soil Science
Cho-Yin Wu, Mei-Fei Chu, Kuo-Fang Huang, Zeng-Yei Hseu
Summary: The study found that rare earth elements are easily trapped by secondary minerals in highly weathered soils, while pedogenic iron oxides exhibit high affinity for rare earth elements. Despite higher concentrations of light rare earth elements in soils, pedogenic iron oxides preferentially trap heavy rare earth elements.
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Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Cho-Yin Wu, Zeng-Yei Hseu
Summary: The composition and concentration of REEs in soil are primarily influenced by the lithology of parent materials. The study reveals that the association preferences between individual REEs and soil solid phases cause fractionation during pedogenetic processes. The influence of parent materials on REEs concentration and distribution during pedogenesis in four pedons is elucidated.
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Environmental Studies
Wen-Shu Huang, Chi-Shu Liang, Heng Tsai, Zeng-Yi Hseu, Shiuh-Tsuen Huang
Summary: The pedogenetic features of the midstream soils of the Zoushui River in central Taiwan were analyzed. Mixed sediments from the river and its tributaries were identified as the parental materials of the soils. A soil chronosequence of Inceptisols, Ultisols, and Oxisols over the Pleistocene timescale was proposed. The study also found a significant correlation between the weighted profile development index values and soil age.
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Soil Science
Yin-Chung Huang, Cho-Ying Huang, Budiman Minasny, Zueng-Sang Chen, Zeng-Yei Hseu
Summary: This study aimed to establish direct linkages between pedological features and data from proximal sensors, namely portable X-ray fluorescence spectrometry (pXRF) and visible and near-infrared spectroscopy (Vis-NIR). Principal component analysis (PCA) and k-means clustering method revealed the major variances of pXRF were affected by spodic materials and organic carbon, while the major variations of Vis-NIR spectra represented the influence of metal-complexed organic carbon and clay. The proposed pXRF and Vis-NIR approaches predicted the chemical criteria of diagnostic horizons and facilitated fast determination of Spodosols.
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Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Cho-Yin Wu, Franz Zehetner, Zueng-Sang Chen, Shih-Hao Jien, Zeng-Yei Hseu
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Environmental Sciences
Elizabeth Alvarez-Chavez, Stephane Godbout, Mylene Genereux, Caroline Cote, Alain N. Rousseau, Sebastien Fournel
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JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Environmental Sciences
Yike Zhang, Zengyi Ma, Zhuoting Fang, Yuandong Qian, Zhiping Huang, Yilong Ye, Jianhua Yan
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JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Environmental Sciences
Liangang Xiao, Mingkai Leng, Philip Greenwood, Rongqin Zhao, Zhixiang Xie, Zengtao You, Junguo Liu
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JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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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)
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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
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JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Peifang Wang, Guoxiang You, Yang Gao, Juan Chen, Xun Wang, Chao Wang
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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)