Article
Environmental Sciences
Yingzhou Chen, Jinyan Yang, Adil Abbas
Summary: Surface chemical modification allows for the rational construction of biochar with desirable structures and functionalities for environment purification. Fruit-peel-derived adsorbing material has been well studied in the adsorption of heavy-metal removal due to its abundance and non-toxicity. In this study, engineered biochar prepared from fruit waste via chemical modification was explored for its potential application in removing chromium (Cr) from an aqueous solution.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sousan Hadi, Ensiyeh Taheri, Mohammad Mehdi Amin, Ali Fatehizadeh, Tejraj M. Aminabhavi
Summary: This study focused on the use of magnetized activated carbon pomegranate husk for the adsorption of 4-chlorophenol from synthetic wastewater. The results showed that adsorption efficiency was highly dependent on ionic strength, solution pH, and temperature, with equilibrium being reached in 60 minutes. Kinetic models and equilibrium isotherms were used to assess the adsorption data, with the Liu model showing the best fit and providing maximum adsorption capacities for different MPHAC concentrations.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Usman Khalil, Muhammad Bilal Shakoor, Shafaqat Ali, Sajid Rashid Ahmad, Muhammad Rizwan, Abdulaziz Abdullah Alsahli, Mohammed Nasser Alyemeni
Summary: Rice husk was found to be an efficient adsorptive material for Cr(VI) removal from wastewater, with high adsorption capacity and potential environmental and economic benefits. Studies showed that physical and monolayer adsorption were the dominant mechanisms, with a fast adsorption rate of Cr(VI) onto rice husk mainly attributed to -OH and C-H groups.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Asha Singh, Dinesh Arora, Renu Bala, Anil Khokhar, Sunil Kumar
Summary: In this study, nanoparticles prepared from aquatic plants Salvinia molesta and Typha latifolia were loaded onto powdered form to create nanocomposite adsorbents for wastewater treatment. The adsorption capacity, optimal working conditions, and mechanisms of the novel adsorbents were evaluated.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Natalie Finish, Pia Ramos, Eitan J. C. Borojovich, Offer Zeiri, Yair Amar, Moshe Gottlieb
Summary: This study investigates the adsorption characteristics of six toxic heavy metal cations by different zeolites and reveals that synthetic zeolites exhibit higher adsorption efficiency compared to natural zeolites.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Juliette Vievard, Abdellah Alem, Anne Pantet, Nasre-Dine Ahfir, Monica Gisel Arellano-Sanchez, Christine Devouge-Boyer, Melanie Mignot
Summary: Intense human activities have caused pollution in the environment with dangerous pollutants. A new and cost-effective adsorption method has been developed recently to recover waste and purify water. This article summarizes the issues related to water remediation, reviews conventional methods, discusses bio-based adsorbents, and suggests future perspectives.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Li Zhang, Jing Huang, Xuemei Liu, Simeng Luo, Lingxiao Qu
Summary: This study modified bagasse with phosphoric acid, nitric acid, and oxalic acid to obtain PMB, NMB, and OMB adsorbents for Cr(VI) adsorption in wastewater. An orthogonal test was conducted to investigate the effects of immersion ratio, immersion temperature, immersion time, and acid concentration on the adsorption performance. The results showed that the adsorbent had the highest adsorption efficiency under specific conditions. Characterization analysis revealed that the surface properties of PMB, NMB, and OMB differed from those of bagasse, and they exhibited better adsorption performance than the original bagasse. Langmuir adsorption isotherm and quasi-secondary kinetic equation confirmed the adsorption of Cr(VI) by PMB, NMB, and OMB. Overall, PMB, NMB, and OMB can effectively purify Cr(VI) wastewater.
DESALINATION AND WATER TREATMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
A. K. Yadav, S. Singh, R. Sen, P. Jha, K. Tungare, M. Bhori, M. Rangara, N. Desai, R. Jobby
Summary: This study reveals that untreated rice husk can effectively remediate hexavalent chromium through a process involving adsorption, reduction, and desorption.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Water Resources
Asha Singh, Sunil Kumar, Vishal Panghal
Summary: This study evaluated the adsorption of Cr6+ from aqueous solution using dead biomass of aquatic plants Salvinia molesta and Typha latifolia. Both adsorbents showed good results for Cr6+ removal under certain conditions, and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy were used for characterization and analysis.
APPLIED WATER SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Soodamany Periyasamy, Natrayasamy Viswanathan
Summary: Hydrocalumite (HC) is developed as a promising adsorbent for chromium removal, but its powder form limits its practical application. In this study, HC was dispersed in biopolymeric matrices (chitosan and cellulose) to form hybrid bio-composites (HCCS and HCCel) for Cr(VI) removal. Magnetic bio-composites (Fe3O4@HCCS and Fe3O4@HCCel) were prepared for easy separation after adsorption. The synthesized bio-composites showed high adsorption capacity and can be regenerated up to four times with NaOH solution. They are efficient adsorbents for chromium removal.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Temesgen Aragaw, Seyoum Leta, Ermias Alayu, Andualem Mekonnen
Summary: This study evaluates the efficiency of activated coffee husk carbon in adsorbing chromium from electroplating wastewater. The results show that activated coffee husk carbon has good adsorption quality and can effectively remove chromium from wastewater. Furthermore, the physicochemical characteristics of the adsorbent and the presence of functional groups such as hydroxyl and carboxyl promote heavy metal adsorption, particularly chromium adsorption.
ADSORPTION SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Dmitriy Berillo, Aknazar Arysbek
Summary: This study demonstrates the effective removal of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using a chitosan-based cryogel, which has potential applications in agriculture, water treatment, and industrial plants. The adsorbent is economically viable, has high affinity toward metal nanoparticles, is biodegradable and biocompatible, and displays good removal efficiency of nanoparticles.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Hemant Kumar Joshi, Mahesh Chandra Vishwakarma, Rajesh Kumar, Harish Sharma, Narendra Singh Bhandari, Sushil Kumar Joshi
Summary: This study examined the biosorption of zinc ions and the removal efficiency of various biosorbents, identifying promising candidates and investigating aspects such as adsorption mechanisms, equilibria, models, kinetics, and thermodynamics. The research highlighted the need for scale-up and commercialization of biosorption techniques for industrial water purification systems.
JOURNAL OF WATER PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hemant Mittal, Ali Al Alili, Pranay P. Morajkar, Saeed M. Alhassan
Summary: The study synthesized graphene oxide crosslinked nanocomposites hydrogels of chitosan and carboxymethyl cellulose as versatile adsorbents for both cationic and anionic dyes contaminated wastewater. The adsorption process was well explained using pseudo-second-order and Langmuir models, with excellent regeneration capacity demonstrated for continuous cycles of adsorption-desorption. The synthesized CS/CMC-NCH showed great potential for effective treatment of dye-contaminated wastewater.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Soumya Ghosh, Alhadji Malloum, Chinenye Adaobi Igwegbe, Joshua O. Ighalo, Shabnam Ahmadi, Mohammad Hadi Dehghani, Amina Othmani, Omur Gokkus, Nabisab Mujawar Mubarak
Summary: Water is essential for life, but it is endangered by pollution and contamination from human activity and industries. Fluoride contamination is a serious global issue, and this article reviews new generation adsorbents for purifying fluoride from water, with zinc oxide nanoparticles identified as the most effective adsorbent.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Ahmed El Nemr, Rawan M. Aboughaly, Amany El Sikaily, Safaa Ragab, Mamdouh S. Masoud, Mohamed S. Ramadan
Summary: In this study, microporous nano activated carbons (OPAC) were prepared from orange (Citrus aurantium) peel using a one-step chemical activation process by zinc chloride. The effects of carbonization temperature, impregnation ratio, and impregnation time on the properties of the OPAC were investigated. The results showed that the highest surface area of OPAC was achieved with a 2:1 impregnation ratio, a carbonization temperature of 700 degrees C, and a 30-minute holding time. The prepared activated carbons exhibited high BET surface area, total pore volume, and micropore volume, indicating the effectiveness of the zinc chloride chemical activation method for preparing activated carbon with nano pore size structure from orange peel.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Ahmed El Nemr, Rawan M. Aboughaly, Amany El Sikaily, Safaa Ragab, Mamdouh S. Masoud, Mohamed Shafik Ramadan
Summary: In this study, low-cost microporous nano-activated carbon (MNSAC) was prepared from sugarcane bagasse using chemical activation with zinc chloride. The MNSAC showed excellent adsorption capacity for toxic Cr(VI) ions in artificial wastewater. Langmuir isothermal model well described the adsorption process, and the pseudo-second-model kinetic was suitable for describing the experimental data. The thermodynamic parameters indicated that the adsorption process was endothermic, spontaneous, and appropriate in nature.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shangzhen Li, Zhihong Zhang, Chao Zhang, Yutian He, Xiaohui Yi, Zhenguo Chen, Mohamed A. Hassaan, Ahmed El Nemr, Mingzhi Huang
Summary: Nitenpyram (NIT), the most water-soluble neonicotinoid, has been shown to pose a serious threat to human health and the environment. In this study, two types of biochar, ZBC and KBC, were activated using different methods and their adsorption performance for NIT was compared. The results indicated that KBC had better adsorption performance than ZBC, with a small amount of KBC being able to efficiently absorb NIT. The removal rates of NIT were influenced by its initial concentration and the dose of biochar, and were not affected by pH but inhibited by salt ions.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nehad. A. A. Elmaghraby, Ahmed. M. M. Omer, El-Refaie Kenawy, Mohamed Gaber, Safaa Ragab, Ahmed El Nemr
Summary: This study successfully fabricated a nanofiber composite of cellulose acetate/activated carbon (CA/AC) using the electrospinning technique. The CA/AC nanofiber composite demonstrated a high oil adsorption capacity and stability. The incorporation of activated carbon into the nanofiber mats improved the oil adsorption capacity, and the composite material showed consistent adsorption performance even after multiple recycling.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Amany G. M. Shoaib, Ahmed El Nemr, Mohamed S. Ramadan, Mamdouh S. Masoud, Amany El Sikaily
Summary: The fabrication and characterization of crosslinked polyaniline/Pterocladia capillacea-activated carbon composite (CrossPANI/P-AC) were studied, and the composite was found to effectively remove Direct blue-86 (DB-86) dye from aqueous solutions.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mohamed A. El-Nemr, Murat Yilmaz, Safaa Ragab, Mohamed A. Hassaan, Ahmed El Nemr
Summary: In this study, a novel biochar called Pea Peels-Activated Carbon (PPAC) was created using leftover pea peels by wet impregnation and heating. The newly acquired biochar was found to effectively extract the AY11 dye from the aqueous solution. Various characterization techniques and isotherm models were used to analyze the properties of PPAC and its adsorption capacity for AY11 dye. The results showed that PPAC exhibited high removal percentage and adsorption capacity, with the HIM and FIM isotherm models being the most suitable. Additionally, PPAC demonstrated good regeneration capability and can be reused without significant loss in effectiveness.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Asmaa Khalil, Mohamed Salem, Safaa Ragab, Mika Sillanpaa, Ahmed El Nemr
Summary: This study prepared a composite of orange peels magnetic activated carbon (MG-OPAC) and characterized it using various analyses. The MG-OPAC composite exhibited specific surface area, total volume of pores, and mean diameter of pores. It also displayed certain magnetic properties and could be collected with an external magnetic field. The absorption behavior of MG-OPAC for hexavalent chromium was investigated using different isotherm and kinetic models.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Safaa Ragab, Amany El Sikaily, Ahmed El Nemr
Summary: This study aimed to synthesize cellulose di-acetate using a solvent-free acetylation system with Giza 86 cotton cellulose, Ac2O, and NiCl2 center dot 6HO as a new catalyst. Both reflux and microwave irradiation methods were employed. The study also demonstrated the preparation of a dialysis membrane using the synthesized cellulose di-acetate. The microwave irradiation method showed excellent yields and short reaction time, making it a promising approach.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Nehad A. Elmaghraby, Ahmed M. Omer, El-Refaie Kenawy, Mohamed Gaber, Mohamed A. Hassaan, Safaa Ragab, Ismail Hossain, Ahmed El Nemr
Summary: In this study, regenerated cellulose nanofiber incorporated with activated carbon and functionalized rC/AC3.7 with EDTA reagent was fabricated for methylene blue dye removal. The fiber diameter and structure morphology, thermal properties, and surface properties of rC/AC3.7-EDTA were studied. The results showed that under the conditions of pH 7, an adsorbent dose of 2 g/L, and a starting MB dye concentration of 20 mg/L for 180 min of contact time, the maximum removal percentage reached 99.14%.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Amany G. M. Shoaib, Safaa Ragab, Amany El Sikaily, Murat Yilmaz, Ahmed El Nemr
Summary: Cellulose hydrogels were fabricated using LiCl/dimethylacetamide as a new method and investigated for their ability to remove DB86 dye from water. The hydrogel was characterized by FTIR, XRD, SEM, and TGA analyses. The optimum pH for dye absorption was found to be 2, and the Temkin model best fit the absorption results of the hydrogel. Kinetic absorption studies showed that the pseudo-second-order model had the highest R-2 value, indicating strong control over the absorption rate. These findings suggest that cellulose hydrogels have potential for DB86 dye removal from wastewater.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mohamed A. Hassaan, Ahmed El Nemr, Amany El Sikaily, Safaa Ragab
Summary: The study investigated the variations in n-alkane and Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon (PAH) levels in the sediment of the Nile Delta coast and Bardaweel Lagoon. The total n-alkane concentrations ranged from 18.85 to 164.37 μg/g with an average of 51.98±17.49 μg/g. Similarly, the σPAHs concentrations ranged from 4.55 to 207.48 ng/g with an average of 27.89±49.82 ng/g. The results indicated variations in the sources of n-alkane and lower levels of both low and high molecular weight PAHs in the sediment samples.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mohamed A. Hassaan, Mohamed A. El-Nemr, Marwa R. Elkatory, Safaa Ragab, Violeta-Carolina Niculescu, Ahmed El Nemr
Summary: This article introduces the application of photocatalysis technology in energy and environmental issues. By changing the structure and characteristics of nanomaterials, nanotechnology has made significant advancements in the field of water filtration. Semiconductor-assisted photocatalysis is an environmentally friendly and cost-effective method that is closely related to the zero waste discharge principle in industrial effluent treatment. The green synthesis of photoactive nanomaterials is more beneficial and environmentally friendly than chemical synthesis methods.
TOPICS IN CURRENT CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mohamed A. Hassaan, Murat Yilmaz, Mohamed Helal, Mohamed A. El-Nemr, Safaa Ragab, Ahmed El Nemr
Summary: Chemical industry effluent can be a significant environmental risk if not properly managed. This study investigates the adsorption of Methylene Blue dye using biochar derived from sawdust modified by boiling in an ammonia solution. The results show that the modified biochar is effective in removing the dye and can be reused.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ahmed Eleryan, Uyiosa O. O. Aigbe, Kingsley E. E. Ukhurebor, Robert B. B. Onyancha, Mohamed A. A. Hassaan, Marwa R. R. Elkatory, Safaa Ragab, Otolorin A. A. Osibote, Heri S. S. Kusuma, Ahmed El Nemr
Summary: This study focuses on the use of ZnO-NPs as an adsorbent for the adsorption of DB106 dye. The adsorption behavior of DB106 dye to the ZnO-NPs adsorbent was found to be pH-dependent, with optimal adsorption at pH 7. The Langmuir and pseudo-second-order models were used to describe the adsorption, with a maximum adsorption capacity (Q(m)) of 370.37 mg/g.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nnabuk Okon Eddy, Anduang Ofuo Odiongenyi, Rajni Garg, Richard Alexis Ukpe, Rishav Garg, Ahmed El Nemr, Comfort Michael Ngwu, Imeh Jospeh Okop
Summary: This study synthesized and characterized calcium oxide nanoparticles using mangrove oyster shell as a precursor, and applied the synthesized nanoparticles as a photocatalyst to degrade procaine penicillin in water. The photocatalyst had a band gap of 4.42 eV, absorbed UV light at a maximum wavelength of 280 nm, and had a particle diameter of 50 nm. The degradation of the drug was investigated under natural sunlight, and optimal conditions for degradation were determined. The Langmuir-Hinshelwood, modified Freundlich, and pseudo-second-order models best described the experimental data, and the mechanism of drug degradation involved adsorption followed by oxidation by superoxide.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
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)
