Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Anuptha Pujari, Devika Chauhan, Megha Chitranshi, Ronald Hudepohl, Ashley Kubley, Vesselin Shanov, Mark Schulz
Summary: Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) have exceptional properties and are used in various fields. There is an increasing demand for CNTs with enhanced and customized properties. By integrating nanoparticles and microfibers into CNT materials, the properties at the macroscopic level can be selectively enhanced.
Article
Mathematics
Elvina Panina, Renat Mardanov, Shamil Zaripov
Summary: In this paper, a new mathematical model is developed to describe an aerosol fibrous filter composed of various nano- and microfibers. The model considers the flow of an incompressible fluid in a porous region consisting of cylinders of different diameters, and the motion of the carrier medium is described using the boundary element method. Numerical results are presented and compared with experimental data and analytical formulas, demonstrating the effectiveness and accuracy of the model.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jae-Hyung Wee, Younghwan Bae, Hyunchul Ahn, Yeong Og Choi, Euigyung Jeong, Sang Young Yeo
Summary: In this study, a high-performance combined cabin air filter (CCAF) with excellent dust and chemical filtration performance and low differential pressure was prepared using a mixed medium of granular activated carbon (GAC) and activated carbon fiber (ACF). The GAC/ACF mixed medium had higher air permeability and exhibited similar dust filtration performance to ACF without increasing the differential pressure. In addition, the GAC/ACF mixed medium showed excellent gas removal performance without increasing the differential pressure, combining the VOC removal characteristics of the GAC and ACF filter media. The improved VOC removal performance was attributed to the hybrid effect of the hierarchical pore structures of GAC and the nearly uniform pore structures of ACF.
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
S. Han, J. Kim, S. H. Ko
Summary: The intensifying air pollution has raised growing public health concerns. Efforts have been made to advance air filtration technologies to overcome the trade-off relationship between filtration efficiency and pressure drop. This review discusses recent progress in air filtration technology with a focus on optimizing filter structure and enhancing electrostatic interaction.
MATERIALS TODAY ADVANCES
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Rethinam Senthil, Vijayan Sumathi, Alagumuthu Tamilselvi, Serdar Batikan Kavukcu, A. Wilson Aruni
Summary: In recent years, there has been much interest in introducing electrospun airfilters to enhance the removal of PM2.5 and PM10-2.5. In this study, a novel poly-(vinyl) alcohol (PVA)/carbon nanoparticle (CNP)/tea leaf extract (TLE) functionalized nanofibrous air filter (FNA) was fabricated using an electrospinning method. The FNA showed excellent low pressure drop and high removal efficiency for PM2.5 and PM10-2.5.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Patrick Morsch, Linda Moehlendick, Markus Suesser, Hermann Nirschl
Summary: This study focuses on the fundamental investigation of the process design and optimization of activated carbon adsorption technology with a precoat layer. By combining powdered activated carbon with candle filters, the traditional separation and filtration process has been effectively enhanced.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Aji Insan Kamil, Muhammad Miftahul Munir
Summary: This study investigates the parameters affecting electrospun nanofiber morphology and modifies the structure to produce an air filter. The relationship between fiber diameter, volume charge density, and viscosity is explored. Furthermore, the membrane structure is modified to improve filter performance.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Seonggeun Han, Jaewon Kim, Youngseok Lee, Junhyuk Bang, Cheol Gyun Kim, Junhwa Choi, Jinki Min, Inho Ha, Yeosang Yoon, Cheol-Heui Yun, Mutya Cruz, Benjamin J. Wiley, Seung Hwan Ko
Summary: We introduce a transparent and self-sterilizable air filter fabricated using copper nanowires. The filter allows visible light penetration, enabling ease of communication, while effectively capturing particulate matter and exhibiting thermal antibacterial efficacy. It shows high reusability and stability after repeated uses. The results suggest that this filter can serve as an alternative antimicrobial air filter for current and future pandemic situations.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Vasileios N. Matthaios, Daniel Rooney, Roy M. Harrison, Petros Koutrakis, William J. Bloss
Summary: This study measures the NO2 exposure inside vehicles under real-world driving conditions and evaluates the effectiveness of different filters in reducing in-vehicle NO2 levels. The results show that replacing the previous filters with new activated carbon cabin filters can significantly reduce NO2 exposure. However, the removal efficiency of the activated carbon filters decreases over time.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jing Hu, Zhenjun Xiong, Yuqing Liu, Jinyou Lin
Summary: This study presents a facile method for preparing a biodegradable composite filter material for air filtration, by overlaying electrospun zein fibers on commercial cellulose paper towels. The flat ribbon fiber filters were found to have higher filtration efficiency and lower pressure drop compared to round zein fiber filters, showing great potential for application in air filtration.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Lintai Li, Yanmin Zhou, Xin Li, Xuefeng Hou, Yan Xu, Zhongning Sun, Haifeng Gu, Ruxun Ding
Summary: This research verifies the flow resistance and filtration efficiency of flat metal fiber using numerical calculations and then calculates the performance of pleated cylindrical filter elements. The study analyzes the flow resistance and filtration efficiency of cylindrical filters and compares them with flat filters. The results show that the filtration efficiency is reduced after the conversion from flat filters to filter cartridges due to uneven flow distribution in the vertical direction of cylindrical structures. The research provides design references for processing and manufacturing engineering filter elements.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Haiyang Wang, Di Zu, Xinyu Jiang, Yong Xu, Zhiwen Cui, Peng Du, Zekun Cheng, Ziwei Li, Lei Li, Chong Yang, Xiaopeng Bai, Baopu Zhang, Yiqian Zhou, Kuangyu Wang, Bohan Li, Zhenghong Huang, Lihao Zhao, Bo Li, Hui Wu
Summary: A pitch-based activated carbon ultrathin fiber (PACUF) is designed for bifunctional air purification, with high adsorption capacity for VOCs and efficient filtration of PM. Compared to traditional activated carbon fibers, PACUFs have higher adsorption capacity and purification efficiency.
ADVANCED FIBER MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Min Wang, Xun Kang, Linlin Deng, Min Wang, Zhining Xia, Die Gao
Summary: An efficient method for synthesizing carbon dots using deep eutectic solvents was developed in this study. Different solvents were investigated for their influence on the quantum yield of carbon dots. The modified carbon dots showed potential for sensitive detection of myricetin and bio-imaging applications.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Adnan Gorgulu, Hueseyin Yagli, Yildiz Koc, Ali Koc, Nurhan Adil Ozturk, Ozkan Kose
Summary: The adsorption behavior of activated carbon was studied in relation to changes in butane concentration, temperature, and relative humidity. The results revealed a direct relationship between butane concentration and adsorption, while temperature and adsorption were inversely proportional. Lower temperatures were more conducive to physical adsorption. Relative humidity played a significant role in affecting both the adsorption of butane and moisture, with 50% relative humidity being a crucial turning point.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xiaoling Sun, Dongzi Yu, Jiyin Song, Haijuan Kong, Muhuo Yu
Summary: In this study, PAN-based activated carbon nanofibers were used as a carrier and framework for photocatalysts. TiO2 was deposited on the surface of pre-oxidized PAN nanofibers using supercritical carbon dioxide, and the fibers were activated by heat treatment to prepare TiO2/ACNF. The morphology, structure, and specific surface area of the modified nanofibers were analyzed, and the photocatalytic degradation of methyl orange was tested. The results showed that TiO2 nanoparticles can be uniformly loaded on the surface of pre-oxidized PAN nanofibers after supercritical treatment, and the TiO2/ACNF has a high specific surface area of 422.8 m2/g, exhibiting superior adsorption and photocatalytic degradation performance.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
He Huang, Gi Byoung Hwang, Gaowei Wu, Kersti Karu, Hendrik Du Toit, Han Wu, June Callison, Ivan P. Parkin, Asterios Gavriilidis
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2020)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Gi Byoung Hwang, Gaowei Wu, Juhun Shin, Luca Panariello, Victor Sebastian, Kersti Karu, Elaine Allan, Asterios Gavriilidis, Ivan P. Parkin
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2020)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Adnan Patir, Gi Byoung Hwang, Claudio Lourenco, Sean P. Nair, Claire J. Carmalt, Ivan P. Parkin
Summary: The study found that slippery surfaces had increased resistance to bacterial contamination compared to other surfaces, but did not completely inhibit bacterial attachment, only retarding surface contamination. A strategy was developed to kill bacteria with minimal adhesion, resulting in a crystal violet-impregnated slippery (CVIS) surface with bactericidal and slippery features. Tests showed that the CVIS surface exhibited bactericidal activity against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, with significantly enhanced bactericidal activity in white light.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ki Joon Heo, Sang Bin Jeong, Juhun Shin, Gi Byoung Hwang, Hyun Sik Ko, Yeonsang Kim, Dong Yun Choi, Jae Hee Jung
Summary: Bioaerosols, including the 2019 novel coronavirus, are a serious global public health threat. A visible-light-activated antimicrobial air filter with titanium dioxide-crystal violet nanocomposites demonstrates high antimicrobial inactivation and filtration efficiency. Crystal violet plays a role in inducing reactive oxygen species production both directly and indirectly. Improved humidity resistance highlights its potential applicability in real environments.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ki Joon Heo, Hyun Sik Ko, Sang Bin Jeong, Sang Bok Kim, Jae Hee Jung
Summary: A novel method for obtaining enriched bioaerosol samples with high efficiency and concentration enhancement ratio has been developed through unique aerosol-liquid interaction. This method shows significant potential for air monitoring in occupational and public-health applications with low detection limit and high collection efficiency.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Abdullah M. Alotaibi, Premrudee Promdet, Gi Byoung Hwang, Jianwei Li, Sean P. Nair, Sanjayan Sathasivam, Andreas Kafizas, Claire J. Carmalt, Ivan P. Parkin
Summary: Zn and N codoped TiO2 thin films were grown using chemical vapor deposition, with different concentrations of Zn impacting superoxide formation, photocatalytic activity, and bactericidal properties. The 0.4% Zn,N:TiO2 thin film demonstrated the highest formal quantum efficiency in degrading stearic acid, while the 1.0% Zn,N:TiO2 film showed the highest bactericidal activity under both UVA and fluorescent light conditions. The enhanced efficiency of the films was correlated with increased charge carrier lifetime, supported by transient absorption spectroscopy measurements.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Sang Bin Jeong, Ki Joon Heo, Hyun Sik Ko, Jae Pyoung Ahn, Seung-Bok Lee, Jae Hee Jung
Summary: The study evaluated the microbial survival rate at each layer of commercial filtering facepiece respirators (FFRs) and surgical masks (SMs), showing that most bacterial particles survived in the filter layer and outer layer, with lower survival rates in the inner layers.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hyun Sik Ko, Sang Bin Jeong, Sooyeol Phyo, Jiwon Lee, Jae Hee Jung
Summary: The study evaluated the characteristics of particulate and gaseous pollutants produced by a household laser processing equipment, finding that the mode diameters of emitted particles decreased and particle number concentration increased with higher laser power. Additionally, increasing the sheath air flow rate resulted in a decrease in mode diameter of emitted particles but had little effect on particle number concentration.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ki Joon Heo, Hyun Ju Oh, Hyeonjin Eom, Yeonsang Kim, Jae Hee Jung
Summary: The use of high-efficiency bag filters coated with PTFE nano particles using air-assisted electrospraying technology shows promising potential in reducing PM emissions from industrial sources. The unique three-dimensional microporous structure of PTFE NPs enhances mechanical filtration performance and improves surface hydrophobicity, highlighting the feasibility of large-scale implementation.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ki Joon Heo, Inyong Park, Gunhee Lee, Keejung Hong, Bangwoo Han, Jae Hee Jung, Sang Bok Kim
Summary: This study aimed to quantitatively evaluate the effects of air purifiers on the spread of COVID-19 and suggested guidelines for their safe use. The results showed that while the air purifiers had little impact on the spread of simulated respiratory droplet nuclei, they significantly affected the spread of nano-sized virus aggregates. The constant operation of air purifiers with HEPA filters reduced the concentration of both simulated respiratory droplet nuclei and nano-sized aggregates, indicating their effectiveness in reducing airborne particles.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Seonghyeok Park, Jiatong Huo, Juhun Shin, Ki Joon Heo, Julie Jalila Kalmoni, Sanjayan Sathasivam, Gi Byoung Hwang, Claire J. Carmalt
Summary: In this study, a superhydrophobic coating was prepared on glass through a single-step aerosol-assisted chemical vapor deposition process. The coated surface exhibited nano/microstructures and superhydrophobic properties, and showed high stability and water repellency.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Ki Joon Heo, Dong Uk Lee, Jae Hak Shin, Junghun Park, Byeong Jin Lee, Juhun Shin, Sang Bin Jeong, Gi Byoung Hwang, Alexander J. MacRobert, Ivan P. Parkin, Jae Hee Jung, Dong Yun Choi
Summary: This study presents a transparent and visible light-activated antibacterial surface material that can effectively inhibit healthcare-associated infections. The material utilizes a sol-gel and a visible light-activated photosensitizer to generate a photochemical antibacterial effect against different types of bacteria. It demonstrates excellent mechanical stability and biocompatibility.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Jiatong Huo, Cesar De Leon Reyes III, Julie Jalila Kalmoni, Seonghyeok Park, Gi Byoung Hwang, Sanjayan Sathasivam, Claire J. Carmalt
Summary: This study demonstrates the fabrication of fluorocarbon-free superhydrophobic coatings using a simple deposition method. The coatings consist of poly(butyl methacrylate) and nanostructured functionalized silica. Instrument measurements confirm the successful formation of the composite and its excellent contact and sliding angles, as well as moderate surface roughness. This research presents an environmentally friendly and efficient method for preparing PBMA-based superhydrophobic coatings.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Sang Bin Jeong, Dong Uk Lee, Byeong Jin Lee, Ki Joon Heo, Dong Won Kim, Gi Byoung Hwang, Alexander J. MacRobert, Jae Hak Shin, Hyun Sik Ko, Se Kye Park, Yong Suk Oh, See Jo Kim, Dong Yun Lee, Seung-Bok Lee, Inyong Park, Sang Bok Kim, Bangwoo Han, Jae Hee Jung, Dong Yun Choi
Summary: This study presents a nanocoating process for manufacturing antimicrobial and reusable mask filters. The nanocoating endows the filters with photobiocidal activity, triboelectric filtration capability, and washability, while maintaining their performance and durability under light irradiation. After washes with detergent, the filters still maintain their antimicrobial and filtration performance. This nanocoating provides a practical solution for tackling the COVID-19 pandemic.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Toshimi Nakajima, Mao Kuragano, Makoto Yamada, Ryo Sugimoto
Summary: This study compared the contribution of submarine groundwater discharge (SGD) to river nutrient budgets at nearshore and embayment scales, and found that SGD-derived nutrients become more important at larger spatial scales.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fan Liu, Lei Zhang, Chongyang Zhang, Ziguang Chen, Jingguang Li
Summary: NO2 emissions from wall-mounted gas stoves used for household heating have become a significant source of indoor pollution in Chinese urban areas. The high indoor concentration of NO2 poses potential health risks to residents. It is urgently necessary to establish relevant regulations and implement emission reduction technologies to reduce NO2 emissions from wall-mounted gas stoves.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Letter
Environmental Sciences
Hans Peter H. Arp, Raoul Wolf, Sarah E. Hale, Sivani Baskaran, Juliane Gluege, Martin Scheringer, Xenia Trier, Ian T. Cousins, Harrie Timmer, Roberta Hofman-Caris, Anna Lennquist, Andre D. Bannink, Gerard J. Stroomberg, Rosa M. A. Sjerps, Rosa Montes, Rosario Rodil, Jose Benito Quintana, Daniel Zahn, Herve Gallard, Tobias Mohr, Ivo Schliebner, Michael Neumann
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Philomina Onyedikachi Peter, Binessi Edouard Ifon, Francois Nkinahamira, Kayode Hassan Lasisi, Jiangwei Li, Anyi Hu, Chang-Ping Yu
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between dissolved organic matter (DOM) and Rare Earth Elements (REEs) in sediments from Yundang Lagoon, China. The results show four distinct fluorescent components, with protein-like substances being the most prevalent. Additionally, the total fluorescence intensity and LREE concentrations exhibit a synchronized increase from Outer to Inner to Songbai Lake core sediments. The findings demonstrate a strong correlation between DOM content and pollution levels.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Surya Gupta, Pasquale Borrelli, Panos Panagos, Christine Alewell
Summary: The objective of this study is to incorporate soil hydraulic properties into the erodibility factor (K) of USLE-type models. By modifying and improving the existing equations for soil texture and permeability, the study successfully included information on saturated hydraulic conductivity (Ksat) into the calculation of K factor. Using the Random Forest machine learning algorithm, two independent K factor maps with different spatial resolutions were generated. The results show that the decrease in K factor values has a positive impact on the modeling of soil erosion rates.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jesmin Akter, Wendy J. M. Smith, Yawen Liu, Ilho Kim, Stuart L. Simpson, Phong Thai, Asja Korajkic, Warish Ahmed
Summary: The choice of workflow in wastewater surveillance has a significant impact on SARS-CoV-2 concentrations, while having minimal effects on HF183 and no effect on HAdV 40/41 concentrations. Certain components in the workflow can be interchangeable, but factors such as buffer type, chloroform, and homogenization speed can affect the recovery of viruses and bacteria.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yu Luo, Xueting Yang, Diwei Wang, Hongmei Xu, Hongai Zhang, Shasha Huang, Qiyuan Wang, Ningning Zhang, Junji Cao, Zhenxing Shen
Summary: Atmospheric PM2.5, which can generate reactive oxygen species (ROS), is associated with cardiorespiratory morbidity and mortality. The study found that both the mass concentration of PM2.5 and the DTT activity were higher during the heating season than during the nonheating season. Combustion sources were the primary contributors to DTT activity during the heating season, while secondary formation dominated during the nonheating season. The study also revealed that biomass burning had the highest inherent oxidation potential among all sources investigated.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Erin L. Murphy, Leah R. Gerber, Chelsea M. Rochman, Beth Polidoro
Summary: Plastic pollution has devastating consequences for marine organisms. This study uses a trait-based framework to develop a vulnerability index for marine mammals, seabirds, and sea turtles in Hawai'i. The index ranks 63 study species based on their vulnerability to macroplastic pollution, providing valuable information for species monitoring and management priorities.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kenji Maurice, Amelia Bourceret, Sami Youssef, Stephane Boivin, Liam Laurent-Webb, Coraline Damasio, Hassan Boukcim, Marc-Andre Selosse, Marc Ducousso
Summary: Growing pressure from climate change and agricultural land use is destabilizing soil microbial community interactions. Little is known about microbial community resistance and adaptation to disturbances, hindering our understanding of recovery latency and implications for ecosystem functioning. This study found that anthropic disturbance and natural disturbance have different effects on the topology and stability of soil microbial networks.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yunhao Li, Yali Feng, Haoran Li, Yisong Yao, Chenglong Xu, Jinrong Ju, Ruiyu Ma, Haoyu Wang, Shiwei Jiang
Summary: Deep-sea mining poses a serious threat to marine ecosystems and human health by disturbing sediment and transmitting metal ions through the food chain. This study developed a new regenerative adsorption material, OMN@SA, which effectively removes metal ions. The adsorption mechanism and performance of the material for metal ion fixation were investigated.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Antonio Medici, Margherita Lavorgna, Marina Isidori, Chiara Russo, Elena Orlo, Giovanni Luongo, Giovanni Di Fabio, Armando Zarrelli
Summary: Valsartan, a widely used antihypertensive drug, has been detected in high concentrations in surface waters due to its unchanged excretion and incomplete degradation in wastewater treatment plants. This study investigated the degradation of valsartan and identified 14 degradation byproducts. The acute and chronic toxicity of these byproducts were evaluated in key organisms in the freshwater trophic chain.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jiang Lin, Lianbao Chi, Qing Yuan, Busu Li, Mingbao Feng
Summary: This study investigated the photodegradation behavior and product formation of two representative pharmaceuticals in simulated estuary water. The study found that the formed transformation products of these pharmaceuticals have potential toxicity on marine organisms, including oxidative stress and damage to cellular components.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hua Fang, Dongdong Jiang, Ye He, Siyi Wu, Yuehong Li, Ziqi Zhang, Haoting Chen, Zixin Zheng, Yan Sun, Wenxiang Wang
Summary: This study revealed that exposure to lower levels of air pollutants led to decreased pregnancy rates, with PM10, NO2, SO2, and CO emerging as the four most prominent pollutants. Individuals aged 35 and above exhibited heightened susceptibility to pollutants.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ali Shaan Manzoor Ghumman, Rashid Shamsuddin, Amin Abbasi, Mohaira Ahmad, Yoshiaki Yoshida, Abdul Sami, Hamad Almohamadi
Summary: In this study, inverse vulcanized polysulfides (IVP) were synthesized by reacting molten sulfur with 4-vinyl benzyl chloride, and then functionalized using N-methyl D-glucamine (NMDG). The functionalized IVP showed a high mercury adsorption capacity and a machine learning model was developed to predict the amount of mercury removed. Furthermore, the functionalized IVP can be regenerated and reused, providing a sustainable and cost-effective adsorbent.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rita Bonfiglio, Renata Sisto, Stefano Casciardi, Valeria Palumbo, Maria Paola Scioli, Erica Giacobbi, Francesca Servadei, Gerry Melino, Alessandro Mauriello, Manuel Scimeca
Summary: This study investigated the presence of aluminum in human colon cancer samples and its potential association with biological processes involved in cancer progression. Aluminum was found in tumor areas of 24% of patients and was associated with epithelial to mesenchymal transition (EMT) and cell death. Additional analyses revealed higher tumor mutational burden and mutations in genes related to EMT and apoptosis in aluminum-positive colon cancers. Understanding the molecular mechanisms of aluminum toxicity may improve strategies for the management of colon cancer patients.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
