Article
Engineering, Environmental
Manel Machreki, Takwa Chouki, Mitja Martelanc, Lorena Butinar, Branka Mozetic Vodopivec, Saim Emin
Summary: The novel method developed in this study for preparing porous hematite thin films showed higher PEC degradation efficiency compared to other iron oxide-based systems, making them promising for efficient degradation of the textile dye B41.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Y. Benrighi, N. Nasrallah, T. Chaabane, V Sivasankar, A. Darchen, O. Baaloudj
Summary: The study focuses on using photocatalysis with semiconductor CoCr2O4 to degrade basic blue 41 in water. The structural and optical properties of CCO were characterized, and its efficiency in removing the dye was studied under different conditions. The degradation mechanism and model fitting were also discussed in the contribution.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Lekshmi Prakash, Ashitha Gopinath, R. Gandhimathi, S. Velmathi, S. T. Ramesh, P. Nidheesh
Summary: Magnetite nanoparticles were synthesized using neem leaf extract and their efficiency in degrading Acid Blue 15 (AB15) dye was examined through Fenton and ultrasound aided Fenton processes. The ultrasound aided Fenton process showed enhanced dye removal within 20 minutes and operational parameters were optimized for maximum efficiency. Gas chromatography mass spectrum analysis confirmed the by-products of the degradation process, highlighting the potential of ultrasound aided Fenton process in treating organic pollutants in wastewater.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Betul Cicek Ozkan
Summary: Glutaraldehyde crosslinked chitosan/cellulose/graphene composites exhibit efficient adsorption of basic blue 41 and improved thermal stability and swelling ratio.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rachel Pflieger, Manuel Lejeune, Micheline Draye
Summary: This study investigates the sonochemical degradation of [BEPip][NTf2] ionic liquid and its correlation with sonoluminescence spectra and viscosity, as well as effects of water presence. The results show that the initial evolution of sonoluminescence intensity is closely related to liquid viscosity. Furthermore, the presence of water enhances sonoluminescence and accelerates the degradation process.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Emmanuel Kweinor Tetteh, Elorm Obotey Ezugbe, Dennis Asante-Sackey, Edward Kwaku Armah, Sudesh Rathilal
Summary: This study focused on optimizing the photocatalytic degradation of Basic Blue 41 dye in an aqueous medium using an activated carbon (AC)-TiO2 photocatalyst. The results showed that the catalyst load was the most significant factor impacting the process, while the interactive effect of reaction time and pH had a positive influence. At optimal conditions, a desirability of 96% was achieved, representing significant removal of turbidity and color from the water.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Soheila Kafian, Abbas Sadeghzadeh-Attar
Summary: Nanostructured SrTiO3/Ag3PO4 heterostructures with high performance were successfully developed for photocatalysis. The heterostructures exhibited significantly improved photocatalytic degradation compared to pure SrTiO3 nanorods and Ag3PO4 nanoparticles, showing a synergistic effect between the two materials.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF APPLIED CERAMIC TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Babatope O. Ojo, Omotayo A. Arotiba, Nonhlangabezo Mabuba
Summary: This study reports on the sonoelectrochemical degradation of ciprofloxacin in water using BaTiO3 nanoparticles supported on a titanium sheet electrode. The results show that the sonocurrent response of the electrode is improved and the impedance is lowered as the applied ultrasound power is increased. The application of the fabricated electrode for the degradation of ciprofloxacin in synthetic and real wastewater samples resulted in high degradation efficiency and organic carbon removal.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Mohamed Amine Bezzerrouk, Mohamed Bousmaha, Madani Hassan, Ahmed Akriche, Bachir Kharroubi, Rabie Naceur, M'hamed Guezzoul
Summary: In this study, a thin film of tin oxide was synthesized on the inner wall of a glass tube to improve the degradation of methylene blue. The catalysts were characterized and various degradation processes were studied, with sonocatalysis using SnO2 thin film showing the best efficiency. A possible sonophotodegradation mechanism was proposed based on the results.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Laiba Zafar, Amina Khan, Urooj Kamran, Soo-Jin Park, Haq Nawaz Bhatti
Summary: This study designed Eucalyptus Bark (EB) and its composites as adsorbents to eliminate Basic Blue 41 (BB41) dye from polluted water bodies. The as-prepared adsorbents exhibited high adsorption capacity and decolorization efficiency due to the existence of negatively charged functional groups on the adsorbent surface. Isothermal and kinetic studies revealed that the adsorption data fitted well with Freundlich and pseudo 2nd order models. The thermodynamic examination confirmed that the adsorption process is spontaneous, chemisorption, and exothermic. This study highlights the potential of magnetic and polypyrrole composites with EB biomass as eco-friendly adsorbents for wastewater remediation.
SURFACES AND INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Gulsah Mersin, Unsal Acikel, Menderes Levent
Summary: A new magnetic zeolite was prepared by chemical co-precipitation of Fe2+ and Fe3+ in the presence of natural clinoptilolite, showing increased surface area compared to the natural zeolite. The adsorption of Basic Blue 41 on the natural and magnetic zeolites fit well with Langmuir isotherm and pseudo second order kinetic models, with the maximum adsorption capacities at 323 K being significantly higher for the magnetic zeolite. The thermodynamic analysis revealed that both natural and magnetic zeolites exhibit spontaneous and endothermic nature.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING AND PROCESSING-PROCESS INTENSIFICATION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Dirk Paustian, Marcus Franke, Michael Stelter, Patrick Braeutigam
Summary: Advanced oxidation processes offer promising techniques for water remediation and degradation of micropollutants. The synergistic intensification potential of an ultrasound-assisted photocatalysis (sonophotocatalysis) for bisphenol A degradation was investigated. By adjusting the energy input and photocatalyst dosage, the degradation efficiency can be enhanced.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Divine Damertey Sewu, Seung Han Woo, Dae Sung Lee
Summary: Utilizing goethite in co-pyrolysis with low-lignin macroalgae can enhance the properties of resulting biochar, improving its carbon sequestration potential and dye removal efficiency. Optimal conditions were found with 5% goethite, leading to biochars with increased aromaticity, magnetic properties, and superior adsorption of the dye BB41.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Huiyang Liu, Jianfeng Yu, Xiangyu Liu
Summary: Azo dye-containing wastewater is a significant environmental pollution risk due to its biological toxicity and resistance to conventional treatment methods. A novel degradation system combining ozone, microchannel, and ultrasound was developed to effectively treat this wastewater. The study investigated the impact of various factors on the decolorization of methylene blue (MB), and achieved a maximum decolorization efficiency of 92.7% in the ozone/microchannel/ultrasound system. The combined effects of microchannel and ultrasound were found to enhance the contribution rate of hydroxyl radicals, improving the decolorization efficiency.
WATER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yingtao Long, Jianjun Liang, Yinghao Xue
Summary: A novel nZVI/Pd-AC composite material was prepared for reductive degradation of methylene blue, showing good reusability with only a slight decrease in removal efficiency after multiple cycles. GC-MS analysis identified N, N-dimethylaniline and 2-amino-5-dimethylamino-benzenesulfonic acid as the main degradation products of MB, with S-C and C-N bonds being the preferred sites for attack.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Nima Razzaghi-Asl, Saghi Sepehri, Ahmad Ebadi, Pari Karami, Negin Nejatkhah, Mohammad Johari-Ahar
MOLECULAR DIVERSITY
(2020)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Saba Rezvani, Ahmad Ebadi, Nima Razzaghi-Asl
Summary: This study explored the binding mechanisms of Hsp90 inhibitors through molecular docking and MD simulations, highlighting the importance of hydrogen bonding, hydrophobic interactions, and salt bridges in complex formation. Key residues interacting with top-ranked compounds were identified, paving the way for future development of potent inhibitors targeting Hsp90-alpha NTD.
JOURNAL OF BIOMOLECULAR STRUCTURE & DYNAMICS
(2022)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Nima Razzaghi-Asl, Niloufar Hashemi
Summary: The study utilized in-silico analysis to investigate the binding of flavonoids/alkaloids to leishmanial targets, identifying stable binding modes for certain flavonoids during simulation.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR GRAPHICS & MODELLING
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mohsen Sagha, Fatemeh Mousaei, Mahtab Salahi, Nima Razzaghi-Asl
Summary: Gastric cancer, as the fourth most common cancer, is often treated with chemotherapy to prevent the spread of cancer cells. Recent studies have shown that new DHPM derivatives can affect the migration behavior of gastric cancer cells, and molecular docking and dynamics simulations help explore the binding potential of these derivatives.
MOLECULAR DIVERSITY
(2022)
Article
Infectious Diseases
A. Ahmadi, E. Mohammadnejadi, P. Karami, N. Razzaghi-Asl
Summary: Fungal infections have been a major cause of infectious-related deaths, especially with the rise of immune-compromising conditions like HIV. Fungal pathogens, being eukaryotes, are more difficult to eliminate compared to bacterial infections. Research on the structure-activity relationships and chemical diversity of antifungal azoles is important for combating drug-resistant fungal species.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ANTIMICROBIAL AGENTS
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Behnam Mohammadi-Ghalehbin, Jafar Abbasi Shiran, Nastaran Gholizadeh, Nima Razzaghi-Asl
Summary: Due to the lack of effective vaccines and pharmacokinetic issues of current drugs, it is necessary to discover new antileishmanial agents. In this study, a series of novel thiourea derivatives were synthesized and evaluated for their antileishmanial activity. Compounds 3, 5, and 10 showed higher activity than others, but were less potent than amphotericin B. Molecular docking studies indicated weaker binding affinities of the synthesized derivatives to human NMT compared to leishmanial enzyme.
MOLECULAR DIVERSITY
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Medicinal
Jafar Abbasi Shiran, Mina Ghanbari, Elaheh Mohammadnejadi, Nima Razzaghi-Asl
Summary: Trypanosomiasis, caused by parasitic protozoan trypanosomes, is a serious threat to public health in sub-Saharan African and continental Latin America countries. The availability of effective vaccines is hindered by antigenic variation, and current medications have limitations in terms of toxicity and administration route. Therefore, the search for new antitrypanosomal agents is of great importance.
CURRENT TOPICS IN MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Elaheh Mohammadnejadi, Nima Razzaghi-Asl
Summary: Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is the majority type of lung cancer, and its treatment remains a challenge. This study focused on targeting the epidermal-growth factor receptor (EGFR) to develop therapies for NSCLC. The research identified potential erlotinib analogues through computational servers and molecular docking. The aim was to find molecules that can overcome clinically frequent EGFR-TK mutants. The study provided insights into synthetically accessible small molecules with affinity for EGFR-TK mutants.
JOURNAL OF BIOMOLECULAR STRUCTURE & DYNAMICS
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Elham Sardari, Ahmad Ebadi, Nima Razzaghi-Asl
Summary: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an incurable autoimmune neurodegenerative disease. Current small molecule drugs for MS have limited efficacy, hence the need for development of efficient and safe medications. In this study, in silico repurposing of 263 small molecule CNS drugs was conducted to identify potential binders to MS-related targets. Thioxanthene and benzisothiazole-based antipsychotics showed potential binding to sphingosine-1-phosphate lyase (S1PL) and cyclophilin D (CypD) as indicated by molecular docking scores. Molecular dynamics simulations confirmed the stability of the top-ranked drugs in the enzyme binding sites. Results suggest the potential of certain antipsychotics for binding to S1PL and CypD as MS-related targets.
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS AND RELATED DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nasrin Panahi, Nima Razzaghi-Asl
Summary: This study identified two novel triclosan derivatives that can inhibit the activity of InhA and overcome drug resistance in Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The compounds showed stable binding and potential as new drugs against drug-resistant strains.
JOURNAL OF COMPUTATIONAL BIOPHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Biology
A. Ahmadi, E. Mohammadnejadi, N. Razzaghi-Asl
Summary: The aim of this study was to propose synthetically-accessible gefitinib congeners with enhanced binding fitness to clinically frequent EGFR mutants. Docking simulations revealed 1-(4-(3-chloro4-fluorophenylamino)-7-methoxyquinazolin-6-yl)-3-(oxazolidin-2-ylmethyl) thiourea (23) as a top-binder structure inside G719S, T790 M, L858R and T790 M/L858R-EGFR active sites. Molecular dynamics simulations and analysis of data confirmed the stability and binding ability of molecule 23 to mutant enzymes.
COMPUTERS IN BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Taha Vahabzadeh, Mansour Miran, Nima Razzaghi-Asl
Summary: This study used computational analysis to explore the binding of biflavonoids (BFs) to the active site of SARS-CoV2. The results showed that certain BFs had high binding stability with the enzyme. These findings are important for the development of potential SARS-CoV2 3CLpro inhibitors.
JOURNAL OF COMPUTATIONAL BIOPHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zahra Hosseinzadeh, Nima Razzaghi-Asl, Ali Ramazani, Hamideh Aghahosseini, Ali Ramazani
TURKISH JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zahra Hosseinzadeh, Ali Ramazani, Nima Razzaghi-Asl, Katarzyna Slepokura, Tadeusz Lis
TURKISH JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2019)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Nima Razzaghi-Asl, Mahsa Kamrani-Moghadam, Behzad Farhangi, Rouhollah Vahabpour, Rezvan Zabihollahi, Saghi Sepehri
RESEARCH IN PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES
(2019)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shun-Shun Chen, Xu-Xiu Chen, Tian-Yu Yang, Li Chen, Zheng Guo, Xing-Jiu Huang
Summary: A temperature-modulated sensing strategy was proposed to identify and determine BTEX compounds. Highly effective identification of BTEX was achieved using linear discrimination and convolutional neural network analyses. Additionally, quantitative analysis of concentration was accomplished by establishing the relationship between concentration and response.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Myungkyung Noh, Jeong Yeon Sim, Jisung Kim, Jee Hwan Ahn, Hye-Young Min, Jong-Uk Lee, Jong-Sook Park, Ji Yun Jeong, Jae Young Lee, Shin Yup Lee, Hyo-Jong Lee, Choon-Sik Park, Ho-Young Lee
Summary: This study reveals that chronic exposure to PM induces chronic inflammation and development of COPD by dysregulating NAD+ metabolism and subsequent SIRT1 deficiency in pulmonary macrophages. Activation of SIRT1 by resveratrol effectively mitigates PM-induced inflammation and COPD development. Targeting metabolic and epigenetic reprogramming in macrophages induced by PM is a promising strategy for COPD treatment.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yu Liu, Linlin Qin, Yiming Qin, Tong Yang, Haoran Lu, Yulong Liu, Qiqi Zhang, Wenyan Liang
Summary: Co/NC/PAC electrode was prepared by compounding ZIF-67 with powder-activated carbon for the electrocatalytic treatment of nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds. The degradation efficiency of the four compounds reached 90.2-93.7% under optimal conditions, and the degradation order was pyridazine < pyrimidine < pyrazine < pyridine.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Julien Couturier, Pierre Tamba Oulare, Blanche Collin, Claire Lallemand, Isabelle Kieffer, Julien Longerey, Perrine Chaurand, Jerome Rose, Daniel Borschneck, Bernard Angeletti, Steven Criquet, Renaud Podor, Hamed Pourkhorsandi, Guilhem Arrachart, Clement Levard
Summary: This study analyzes the properties of bauxite residue samples and explores the influence of bauxite ore origin, storage conditions, and storage time. The results show that the speciation of yttrium is related to the origin of bauxite ore, while no significant variation was observed with storage conditions or aging of the residues.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Sakthinarenderan Saikumar, Ravi Mani, Mirunalini Ganesan, Inbakandan Dhinakarasamy, Thavamani Palanisami, Dharani Gopal
Summary: Microplastic contamination in marine ecosystems poses a growing concern due to its trophic transfer and negative effects on marine organisms. This study investigates the transfer and impacts of polystyrene microplastics in an estuarine food chain. The results show that microplastics can be transferred through the food chain, although the transfer rates are low. The exposed organisms exhibit stress responses, suggesting the potential risk of microplastics reaching humans through the food chain.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Yan-Jiao Li, Ying Yuan, Wen-Bing Tan, Bei-Dou Xi, Hui Wang, Kun-Long Hui, Jia-Bao Chen, Yi-Fan Zhang, Lian-Feng Wang, Ren-Fei Li
Summary: This review investigated and analyzed the distribution, composition, and abundance of heavy metals and antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in landfill. The results showed that heavy metals have lasting effects on ARGs, and complexes of heavy metals and organic matter are common in landfill. This study provides a new basis to better understand the horizontal gene transfer (HGT) of ARGs in landfill.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jessy Joseph, Ari Vaisanen, Ajay B. Patil, Manu Lahtinen
Summary: Efficient and environmentally friendly porous hybrid adsorbent beads have been developed for the removal of arsenic from drinking water. The structural tuning of the adsorbents has been shown to have a significant impact on their adsorption performance, with high crystallinity leading to increased adsorption capacity and selectivity towards As5+.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yangyang Liu, Minhua Xiao, Kaiqin Huang, Juntao Cui, Hongli Liu, Yingxin Yu, Shengtao Ma, Xihong Liu, Meiqing Lin
Summary: This study measured the levels of phthalate metabolites in breast milk collected from mothers in southern China. The results showed that phthalates are still prevalent in the region, and breastfeeding contributes to phthalate intake in infants. However, the levels detected do not pose significant health risks to infants based on dietary exposure. The increasing exposure to certain phthalates calls for further research into their sources and potential risks.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhiqiang Wu, Jianxing Sun, Liting Xu, Hongbo Zhou, Haina Cheng, Zhu Chen, Yuguang Wang, Jichao Yang
Summary: Ocean depth affects microbial diversity, composition, and co-occurrence patterns of microplastic microbial communities. Deterministic processes dominate the assembly of mesopelagic plastisphere microbial communities, while stochastic processes shape the assembly of bathypelagic microbial communities. The relationships between microorganisms in the mesopelagic layer are more complex and stable, with Proteobacteria and Actinobacteriota playing important roles.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tingting Xiao, Renjie Chen, Chen Cai, Shijie Yuan, Xiaohu Dai, Bin Dong, Zuxin Xu
Summary: Based on the efficiency of catalytic ozonation techniques in enhancing sludge dewaterability, this study investigated its effectiveness in simultaneous reduction of antibiotics and antibiotic resistance genes. The results showed that catalytic ozonation conditioning changed the distribution of antibiotics and achieved high degradation rates. It also significantly reduced the abundance of ARGs, inhibited horizontal gene transfer, and decreased the signal transduction of typical ARGs host bacteria.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yang Deng, Xiaohong Guan
Summary: This article discusses two different development approaches for ferrate(VI) technology in water treatment, arguing that process integration is a promising method that can drive technological innovation and revolution in water treatment, achieving higher treatment efficiency, reduced costs and energy consumption, and a smaller physical footprint.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhe Zhang, Lu Zhang, Zhihao Huang, Yuxin Xu, Qingqing Zhao, Hongju Wang, Meiqing Shi, Xiangnan Li, Kai Jiang, Dapeng Wu
Summary: In this study, a floating catalytic foam was designed and prepared to enhance the mass transfer in immobilized photocatalysts for wastewater treatment. The floating catalytic foam could float on the water surface and establish a temperature gradient, effectively promoting the diffusion and adsorption of target molecules during the photocatalytic process.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Muhammad Nafees, Adiba Khan Sehrish, Sarah Owdah Alomrani, Linlin Qiu, Aasim Saeed, Shoaib Ahmad, Shafaqat Ali, Hongyan Guo
Summary: The accumulation of cadmium and antibiotics in edible plants and fertile soil is a worldwide problem. This study investigated the potential of zinc oxide nanoparticles to alleviate the toxicity of both cadmium and antibiotics and promote spinach growth.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lurui Wan, Kai Wang, Yuan Chen, Zhiyong Xu, Wenbo Zhao
Summary: In this study, a low viscosity and high thermal stability SO2 absorbent with dual interacting sites was successfully synthesized. The absorbent showed the highest absorption enthalpy change and entropy change values among reported SO2 absorbents, and exhibited lower viscosity and comparable thermal stability to ILs.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhengwei Zhou, Guojie Ye, Yang Zong, Zhenyu Zhao, Deli Wu
Summary: This study utilized Mo powder and STPP to enhance the performance of the sodium percarbonate system in pollutant degradation. The presence of Mo and STPP resulted in a higher degradation rate of the model pollutant SMX, with low oxidant consumption. The system generated multiple active species through a series of chain reactions at different pH values, exhibiting excellent performance towards electron-rich pollutants. Furthermore, Mo demonstrated excellent stability and reusability.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)