Article
Environmental Sciences
Yun Deng, Wang Xu, Qinghuai Zeng, Feiyun Sun, Fei Wang, Yanjie Li
Summary: The soil-air partition coefficients (KSA) of PBDEs and OPFRs were measured using a solid-phase fugacity meter, and the effects of temperature and relative humidity on KSA values were analyzed. An inverse relationship was found between temperature/RH and KSA values for both PBDEs and OPFRs. The study also found a significant correlation between log KSA and log KOA. The experimental KSA values differed greatly from the predicted values based on KOA. This study provides a better understanding of the behavior and fate of PBDEs and OPFRs in soil-air systems.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jing Sun, Taijun Hang, Ling Cao, Xialei Fan, Youlong Feng, Li Tan, Keyu Li, Qinyi Wang, Yingxiang Liu, Gongjun Yang
Summary: Large quantities of BFRs are produced and consumed in China, leading to high concentrations in the environment; an assessment using Pheretima suggests traditional processing may reduce BFR residues; little risk related to BFR exposure was found for patients taking formulated Pheretima-containing TCMs.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Bingbing Sun, Jing Liu, Yu-Qi Zhang, Kenneth M. Y. Leungb, Eddy Y. Zeng
Summary: This study found that PBDEs in microplastics can leach upon ingestion, but the leaching kinetics of inherent contaminants from ingested microplastics are poorly understood. Although the bioaccumulation of PBDEs in fish oil can be accelerated in the gastrointestinal tract, the steady-state concentrations of PBDEs in cod tissue lipid through ingestion of microplastics were found to be below the lower end of the global PBDE concentration, suggesting that ingestion of microplastics by organisms remains a negligible pathway.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Montse Marques, Marti Nadal, Jose L. Domingo
Summary: Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) are a type of brominated flame-retardants (BFRs) that are mainly introduced to the human body through dietary intake. This review discusses recent studies conducted from 2012 to 2022, which show a general trend of decreasing levels of PBDEs in food and consequently, a decrease in dietary intake. The lack of tolerable daily intakes of PBDEs remains a challenge for assessing the human health risks associated with these compounds.
FOOD AND CHEMICAL TOXICOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Marija Dvorscak, Karla Jagic, Lucija Besednik, Iva Simic, Darija Klincic
Summary: Microwave-assisted extraction (MAE) is an effective method for extracting organic pollutants from human milk samples. By optimizing extraction conditions such as solvent type and volume, extraction temperature, etc., high-quality extracts can be obtained.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Allison Kupsco, Andreas Sjodin, Whitney Cowell, Richard Jones, Sharon Oberfield, Shuang Wang, Lori A. Hoepner, Dympna Gallagher, Andrea A. Baccarelli, Jeff Goldsmith, Andrew G. Rundle, Julie B. Herbstman
Summary: Data collected from a birth cohort in New York City revealed that prenatal PBDE exposures were not associated with child growth trajectories in Dominican and African American children. The study found no significant impact of cord levels of individual PBDEs or total PBDE mixture on childhood BMIz. Adjusting for postnatal PBDE exposures did not alter the results.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Surgery
Timothy M. Ullmann, Heng Liang, Hector Mora, Jacques Greenberg, Katherine D. Gray, Jessica Limberg, Dessislava Stefanova, Xin Zhu, Brendan Finnerty, Toni Beninato, Rasa Zarnegar, Irene Min, Thomas J. Fahey
Summary: The study investigated the effects of polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) and tris(2-chloroethyl) phosphate (TCEP) on thyrocytes. PBDEs demonstrated genotoxicity but not cytotoxicity in follicular thyrocytes in vitro. These findings suggest that PBDEs may have carcinogenic potential in human thyroid cells.
JOURNAL OF SURGICAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Qiong Zhang, Jiajun Peng, Anyan Huang, Shukai Zheng, Xiaoling Shi, Boyu Li, Wenlong Huang, Wei Tan, Xin Wang, Kusheng Wu
Summary: Animal studies have shown that exposure to PBDEs can affect lipid balance, and this study investigated the relationship between PBDEs in adipose tissues and blood lipid metabolism in female patients undergoing plastic surgery. The results indicated that certain PBDE congeners were associated with dyslipidemia and blood pressure alteration, and a non-linear relationship was observed between PBDEs and blood lipid levels.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yu Han, Jiali Cheng, Lei He, Minna Zhang, Shan Ren, Jiazheng Sun, Xiangyang Xing, Zhenwu Tang
Summary: The study conducted in Tianjin, China, revealed that PBDE concentrations in urban soils have decreased in recent years, primarily originating from local industrial production processes and consumer products. More research is needed to further investigate the changing trend of PBDE pollution and its potential impact on human health.
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOCHEMISTRY AND HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Rama Shanker Sahu, Yu-huei Peng, Chi-Fong Ko, Tzu-Ho Chou, Hepsiba Niruba Catherine, Chien-ying Yang, Chih-ping Tso, Yuh-fan Su, Yang-hsin Shih
Summary: Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs), a class of brominated flame retardants, have attracted the attention of researchers due to their persistence in the environment and widespread use in consumer products. Described as endocrine-disrupting chemicals, PBDEs' full understanding regarding their environmental behavior and fate remains elusive.
TRENDS IN ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xinran Guo, Shaohong Peng, Liwang Jiang, Xiaoning Mo, Yunhong Zhu, Yang Liu, Kaihan Cai, Qingbin Song
Summary: Improper disposal of e-waste can lead to environmental pollution and human health risks due to the release of high concentrations of PBDEs. However, recycling waste electronic plastics using solvent processes can help reduce these risks. This study focused on the recycling of HIPS from waste TV sets using d-limonene and n-propanol as solvent and precipitant, respectively. The research investigated the relationship between precipitation conditions and the size of precipitate particles, as well as the effect of these conditions on the removal percentage of PBDEs. The results showed that specific conditions, such as lower HIPS concentration, lower precipitation temperature, higher mass ratio of n-propanol to HIPS solution, and greater stirring speed, can promote the formation of smaller and more uniform precipitate particles, thereby improving the removal percentage of PBDEs.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Mantong Jin, Ziyu Xu, Shunfei Zhang, Liwei Sun, Jiangfan Wu
Summary: Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) are commonly found in the environment due to the use of brominated flame retardants. This study detected PBDEs in air, dust, and particulate matter samples from bedrooms in Hangzhou, indicating wide occurrence of PBDE pollution in bedrooms. The concentration of PBDEs was highest in dust, followed by air and particulate matter. The main source of PBDEs in residential environments was identified as mattresses, curtains, and mattresses combined with curtains. The study also found that infants had the highest daily exposure dose of PBDEs in the air and particulate matter phases.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bingmeng Xie, Xueqiong Lin, Kusheng Wu, Jiongyu Chen, Shuyi Qiu, Jianan Luo, Yiteng Huang, Lin Peng
Summary: This study found that certain polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in breast adipose tissues are associated with prognostic biomarkers and progression-free survival of breast cancer patients. Further research is needed for confirmation.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Tong Wu, Yu Li, Hailin Xiao, Mingli Fu
Summary: The study used a combination of modification and regulation to control PBDE degradation by plants and microorganisms, finding that adding lipophilic groups through modification can enhance degradation efficiency. Molecular docking methods and 3D-QSAR models were employed to design PBDE derivatives for improved degradation, with optimal regulation achieved through supplying an appropriate amount of carbon dioxide.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jie Chen, Wei Wang, Lizhong Zhu
Summary: This study reveals that polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) can be transported from roots to shoots in rice plants through an amino acid transporter, which has important implications for the bioaccumulation and health risks of PBDEs in rice. It identifies lysine histidine transporter (LHT) as the carrier protein for PBDEs and demonstrates the potential co-transport of PBDEs, phenylalanine, and tyrosine by LHT. The study also provides a molecular explanation for the bioaccumulation and translocation of PBDEs in rice plants.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Banu Cetin, Sema Yurdakul, Mustafa Odabasi
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2019)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Gonca Cakmak, Pelin Erturk Ari, Esra Emerce, Akif Ari, Mustafa Odabasi, Roel Schins, Sema Burgaz, Eftade O. Gaga
MUTATION RESEARCH-GENETIC TOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL MUTAGENESIS
(2019)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Banu Cetin, Sema Yurdakul, Mustafa Odabasi
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT
(2019)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Enis T. Turgut, Eftade O. Gaga, Gordana Jovanovic, Mustafa Odabasi, Gulzade Artun, Akif Ari, Mira Anicic Urosevic
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2019)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Enis T. Turgut, Gurkan Acikel, Eftade O. Gaga, Duran Calisir, Mustafa Odabasi, Akif Ari, Gulzade Artun, Soner Ozenc Ilhan, Umut Savaci, Emre Can, Servet Turan
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pelin Erturk Ari, Akif Ari, Yetkin Dumanoglu, Mustafa Odabasi, Eftade O. Gaga
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Baris Yaman, Yetkin Dumanoglu, Mustafa Odabasi
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Serpil Yenisoy-Karakas, Melike Dorter, Mustafa Odabasi
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Melike Dorter, Mustafa Odabasi, Serpil Yenisoy-Karakas
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Baris Yaman, Hakan Erkuzu, Fulya Okan, Mustafa Odabasi
ATMOSPHERIC POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Fulya Okan, Mustafa Odabasi, Baris Yaman, Yetkin Dumanoglu
Summary: A new passive sampling method was developed and characterized to measure atmospheric volatile methyl siloxanes. The precision of the method was very good and uptake of VMS was highly linear. Compared to other methods, this new method has advantages in sampler size, sampling rate, and detection limit.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lisa Melymuk, Pernilla Bohlin Nizzetto, Tom Harner, Kevin B. White, Xianyu Wang, Maria Yumiko Tominaga, Jun He, Jun Li, Jianmin Ma, Wan-Li Ma, Beatriz H. Aristizabal, Annekatrin Dreyer, Begona Jimenez, Juan Munoz-Arnanz, Mustafa Odabasi, Yetkin Dumanoglu, Baris Yaman, Carola Graf, Andrew Sweetman, Jana Klanova
Summary: The study examines the comparability of data collected from different PUF-PAS designs and the impact of analysis in different laboratories on the results. Results indicate that variability introduced by analysis in different laboratories far exceeds differences due to sampler design, highlighting the need for intercalibration exercises to ensure analytical comparability between laboratories.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ozgecan Kayalar, Akif Ari, Gizem Babuccu, Nur Konyalilar, Ozlem Dogan, Fusun Can, Ulku A. Sahin, Eftade O. Gaga, S. Levent Kuzu, Pelin Erturk Ari, Mustafa Odabasi, Yucel Tasdemir, S. Siddik Cindoruk, Fatma Esen, Egemen Sakin, Burak Caliskan, Lokman H. Tecer, Merve Ficici, Ahmet Altin, Burcu Onat, Coskun Ayvaz, Burcu Uzun, Arslan Saral, Tuncay Dogeroglu, Semra Malkoc, Ozlem Ozden Uzmez, Fatma Kunt, Senar Aydin, Melik Kara, Baris Yaman, Guray Dogan, Bihter Olgun, Ebru N. Dokumaci, Gulen Gullu, Elif S. Uzunpinar, Hasan Bayram
Summary: This study investigated the presence of SARS-CoV-2 on ambient particulate matters in Turkey and found dual gene positivity in 20 samples, with virus concentrations ranging from 0.1 to 23 copies/m(3). The highest percentages of virus detection were found in hospital gardens, especially in PM2.5 mode.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Meeting Abstract
Respiratory System
Nur Konyalilar, Ozgecan Kayalar, Akif Ari, Gizem Babaccu, Ozlem Dogan, Fusun Can, Ulku Alver Sahin, Eftade Gaga, Levent Kuzu, Pelin Ari, Mustafa Odabasi, Yucel Tasdemir, Siddik Cindoruk, Fatma Esen, Egemen Sakin, Burak Caliskan, Lokman Tecer, Merve Ficici, Ahmet Altin, Burcu Onat, Coskun Ayvaz, Burcu Uzun, Arslan Saral, Tuncay Dogeroglu, Selma Malkoc, Ozlem Uzmez, Fatma Kunt, Senar Aydin, Melik Kara, Baris Yaman, Guray Dogan, Bihter Olgun, Ebru Dokumaci, Gulen Gullu, Elif Uzunpinar, Hasan Bayram
EUROPEAN RESPIRATORY JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Aerospace
Enis T. Turgut, Eftade O. Gaga, Gurkan Acikel, Duran Calisir, Mustafa Odabasi, Gulzade Artun, Emre Can, Soner Ozenc Ilhan, Sinem Baskurt, Servet Turan
JOURNAL OF PROPULSION AND POWER
(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)
