Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yang Chen, Tingting Zhang, Junbo Zhong, Lin Dou
Summary: Bi0/BiVO4 was synthesized using ascorbic acid, and its microstructure, morphology, optical properties and photogenerated carriers separation behavior were investigated. The photocatalytic degradation of RhB by Bi0/BiVO4 under visible light irradiation was studied, showing that the photocatalytic performance of Bi0/BiVO4 is significantly improved compared to BiVO4. This enhancement is mainly attributed to the surface plasmon resonance effect of Bi0 deposited on the surface of BiVO4, which expands the light response range and accelerates the separation of photogenerated carriers. This study provides valuable insights for the preparation of excellent catalysts.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tayebeh Sharifi, Dora Crmaric, Marin Kovacic, Marin Popovic, Marijana Kraljic Rokovic, Hrvoje Kusic, Gabriela Ambrozic, Damir Kralj, Jasminka Kontrec, Bostjan Zener, Urska Lavrencic Stangar, Dionysios D. Dionysiou, Ana Loncaric Bozic, Drazan Jozic
Summary: By tailoring an isotype homojunction BiVO4 structure, the opto-electronic and photocatalytic properties were improved, resulting in a higher DCF removal rate. The formation of the isotype homojunction led to enhanced charge separation, leading to an increased efficiency in degrading DCF.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zhi Li, XiaoMei Zhu, Yu Liu, Hui Liu, Bing Sun
Summary: Gamma-Fe2O3/La/Bi2WO6 heterojunction composites were synthesized via a simple hydrothermal method. The photocatalytic activity of the samples was evaluated and it was found that 5% gamma-Fe2O3/La/Bi2WO6 exhibited the highest activity for the degradation of tetracycline hydrochloride under visible light. The synthesized samples were characterized and the mechanism of enhanced photocatalytic activity was proposed.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Noor Tahir, Muhammad Zahid, Ijaz Ahmad Bhatti, Yasir Jamil
Summary: The increased environmental pollution has brought attention to the development of novel ternary photocatalytic systems for remediation. These systems exhibit superior photocatalytic action due to their visible light active bandgaps, with the Mn-doped Bi₂WO₆-GO/MoS₂ ternary heterostructure showing 99% methylene blue removal efficiency under sunlight irradiation.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yiyao Zhang, Hongchen Song, Jintai Han, Yunchao Liu, Jing Sun, Tingting Shen, Xikui Wang, Zhen Wang, Weizhen Zhang, Xuerui Yao
Summary: A Bi2WO6/BiVO4 composite photocatalytic material was synthesized and effectively degraded oxytetracycline (OTC) and tetracycline (TC) under visible light. The compositions, structures, chemical states, and optoelectronic properties of Bi2WO6, BiVO4, and Bi2WO6/BiVO4 composites were characterized. The existence of the heterojunction interface facilitates the separation of photogenerated carriers. The degradation efficiency of OTC and TC was significantly improved by the Bi2WO6/BiVO4 composite material.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yijin Qiu, Jianjiang Lu, Yujun Yan, Junfeng Niu
Summary: A new Er3+-mixed Bi2WO6 photocatalyst was successfully prepared and demonstrated to efficiently degrade tetracycline pollutants under visible light irradiation. The catalyst showed promising characteristics for environmental purification applications and proposed a photocatalytic degradation system and pathway for tetracycline pollutants.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Minghao Liu, Yongxian Chen, Daguang Li, Shoubin Huang, Zheng Fang, Zhenjun Xiao, Haijin Liu, Ping Chen, Wenying Lv, Guoguang Liu
Summary: A novel BiVO4 photocatalyst decorated with boron nitride quantum dots (BNQDs), designated as BQBVO, was synthesized via a simple deposition approach. The 0.3BQBVO catalyst exhibited a 5.3-fold enhancement in its ability to degrade naproxen (NPX) under visible light irradiation compared to pure BiVO4. The incorporation of BNQDs accelerated charge carrier transference and O-2(-) played a critical role during NPX degradation. Potential NPX degradation pathways were deduced by analyzing the transformation products via HRAM LC-MS/MS. This research provides theoretical guidance for designing a promising strategy for NPX-contaminated water degradation using BiVO4.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-NANO
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiaolin Li, Yanan Qu, Junjie Xu, Junhui Liang, Huayu Chen, Da Chen, Liqun Bai
Summary: A novel 2D/2D hybrid photocatalyst consisting of Bi2WO6 nanosheets and cotton fibers biochar nanosheets was successfully prepared by a hydrothermal process. The as-prepared photocatalysts were characterized and it was found that the amorphous CFB nanosheets were uniformly immobilized on the surface of crystalline BWO nanosheets. The CFB-BWO composite photocatalysts showed significantly enhanced photocatalytic activities compared to the pristine BWO.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hao Hu, Weiguo Kong, Jian Wang, Chunxia Liu, Qiong Cai, Yan Kong, Shijian Zhou, Zhibin Yang
Summary: By introducing bismuth precursors and confining them in compressed carbon nitride layers, a new ternary heterojunction photocatalyst CVW-I was constructed, effectively suppressing the recombination rate of photogenerated electrons and holes and enhancing photocatalytic activity.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jinwu Bai, Bo Zhang, Tianrong Xiong, Debin Jiang, Xiaolei Ren, Peng Lu, Min Fu
Summary: The introduction of oxygen vacancies in Bi2WO6 nano-catalysts has been shown to significantly enhance the photocatalytic performance, leading to improved light absorption ability and photogenerated carrier separation efficiency. This promising catalyst achieved a degradation rate of 90% for ciprofloxacin after 6 hours of visible light irradiation.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ranran Zhang, Jiaying Jin, Lumeng Jia, Bo Shi, Rufen Chen
Summary: CdS/Ti3C2/g-C3N4NS Z-scheme composites were prepared and showed enhanced visible light photocatalytic activity compared to Ti3C2/g-C3N4NS and CdS alone, with the degradation capacity for orange II approximately 3.2 and 10.7 times higher, respectively. The use of Ti3C2 as an electron transfer medium in the heterostructure led to improved separation ability of photoinduced e(-)-h(+) pairs, thereby enhancing visible light-driven photocatalytic activity. This study provides new insights for constructing high efficiency Z-scheme heterostructure photocatalysts.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Maira Liaqat, Khalid Nadeem Riaz, Tahir Iqbal, Ghulam Nabi, Muhammad Rizwan, M. Shakil
Summary: Heterostructure BiVO4/Bi2O3 nanocomposites with enhanced visible light activity were synthesized through a hydrothermal route. The p-n heterojunction formed between the p-type Bi2O3 and n-type BiVO4 effectively reduced the recombination of photogenerated charge carriers, leading to excellent photocatalytic performance and stability.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Benyin Zhang, Hao Xu, Mingming Wang, Luhan Su, Caobin Wu, Qingguo Wang
Summary: In this study, a stable material, BiBDC/BiVO4 heterojunction, was constructed by using a hydrothermal method to efficiently remove organic pollutants from water under visible light irradiation. The improved performance is attributed to the broadened optical absorption range and accelerated separation of photogenerated electrons and holes by the heterojunction. BiBDC/BiVO4 also showed excellent reusability and stability, making it a potential candidate for practical application.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Amal Basaleh, Adel A. Ismail, Nadiyah Alahmadi
Summary: A CuO/Bi2WO6 nanocomposite was developed by decorating a Bi2WO6 nanocapsules-like structure with CuO nanorods, demonstrating its optical properties and structural morphology, and showing its superior photocatalytic ability.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jinwu Bai, Xiaolei Ren, Xue Chen, Peng Lu, Min Fu
Summary: Ultrathin Bi2O3-Bi2WO6 nanosheet composites with abundant oxygen vacancies were successfully synthesized, showing remarkable photocatalytic degradation performance for oxytetracycline compared to pure Bi2WO6 nanosheets. The enhanced photocatalytic activities are attributed to the hetero-junction structure and the introduction of oxygen vacancies by the ultrathin structures.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bingchen Wang, Shaoping Kuang, Hongbo Shao, Fei Cheng, Huihui Wang
Summary: The use of indigenous microorganisms is promising for improving fertility in petroleum-contaminated coastal soil. Microbial community and physicochemical properties play a crucial role in the restoration process. The research showed that alkaline pH levels and changes in salinity and nitrogen content were observed in the incubated soil samples, with potential implications for soil fertility improvement in polluted environments.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Limnology
Ying Wang, Shaoping Kuang, Guangtao Zhang
Summary: Herbivore digestion in aquatic ecosystems plays an important role in nutrient cycling. This study provides evidence that the dissolution of biogenic silica, phosphorus, and iron in fecal pellets is higher than in raw food materials, indicating the efficient mobilization of these nutrients through digestion.
JOURNAL OF OCEANOLOGY AND LIMNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yunxia Pei, Quantong Jiang, Xiangju Liu, Nazhen Liu, Shaoping Kuang, Baorong Hou
Summary: The corrosion behavior of Ti alloy TA8-1, Cu alloy B19, and Cu under simulated early deep geological conditions in Beishan, China have been studied. The results show that Ti alloy TA8-1 exhibits the lowest corrosion current density and low pitting susceptibility due to the formation of a thin passive film. Cu has a relatively high corrosion current density and low pitting susceptibility. Severe localized corrosion occurs on the surface of Cu alloy B19, leading to a noticeable deterioration in corrosion resistance during the immersion test.
CORROSION ENGINEERING SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaodong Wang, Yongxun Dai, Chen Tian, Huize Zhang, Xiwen Li, Wenlong Liu, Weibing Li, Shaoping Kuang, Hongtao Tong
Summary: This study successfully improves the photocatalytic removal performance of Cr(VI) by preparing CN/ZFO/MoS2 photocatalyst, providing a theoretical basis for further enhancing the performance of magnetic heterojunction photocatalysts.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mei Li, Shaoping Kuang, Yan Kang, Haoqin Ma, Jiahao Dong, Zizhang Guo
Summary: Heavy metal pollution has a negative impact on the environment and human health. Adsorption using iron-manganese oxide nanomaterials as absorbents is a promising method for heavy metal removal. This review discusses the preparation methods, characteristics, and removal mechanisms of iron-manganese oxide nanomaterials, as well as their reusability and practicality in wastewater treatment.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zhangjun Wang, Xin Pan, Shaoping Kuang, Chao Chen, Xiufen Wang, Jie Xu, Xianxin Li, Hui Li, Quanfeng Zhuang, Feng Zhang, Xiao Wang
Summary: The individual and combined application of biochar and acid-modified biochar showed efficient remediation effects on degraded coastal saline-alkali soils, while wood vinegar had minimal impact.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yafei Wang, Shaoping Kuang, Mengmeng Wang
Summary: Hydrothermal pretreatment can effectively remove residual antibiotics in erythromycin fermentation dregs (EFD) and has a positive impact on the anaerobic digestion process of EFD, reducing the presence of antibiotic resistance genes and increasing biogas yield. The results indicate that hydrothermal technology has great potential for realizing the harmless treatment and recycling of EFD.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Chenhao Wang, Yafei Wang, Shen Yan, Yingchun Li, Peng Zhang, Peng Ren, Mengmeng Wang, Shaoping Kuang
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of adding biochar to lincomycin fermentation dregs (LFDs) composting and found that it can increase compost temperature, enhance organic matter decomposition and remove residual antibiotics. It also reduces the quantity of antibiotic resistance genes and mobile genetic elements, as well as the abundance of persistent ARGs hosts and related metabolic pathways and genes. At the same time, compost decomposition is improved due to enhanced metabolism of carbohydrates and amino acids. Overall, adding biochar to LFDs compost is a simple and efficient way to reduce the risks associated with LFDs composting.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Junxiu Piao, Mingjie Lu, Jinyong Ren, Yaofei Wang, Tingting Feng, Yaxuan Wang, Chuanmei Jiao, Xilei Chen, Shaoping Kuang
Summary: Frequent petrochemical spill accidents and secondary fire hazards pose threats to the ecological environment and environmental safety. This study demonstrates a bio-mimetic structure-based flame-retardant polyurethane sponge for continuous oil-water separation. The sponge has excellent superhydrophobic/superoleophilic performance and can easily and quickly adsorb oily liquids suspended/settled in the water. It also shows high absorption capacity and separation efficiency, providing a new design strategy for high-performance oil-water separation sponges.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xin Pan, Mei Shi, Xichao Chen, Shaoping Kuang, Habib Ullah, Hongxiu Lu, Luqman Riaz
Summary: The addition of acid-modified biochar can significantly promote strawberry growth, alleviate soil salinization, improve soil microbial community structure and increase the content of bacteria related to soil nutrient cycling.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jiahao Dong, Yan Kang, Shaoping Kuang, Haoqin Ma, Mei Li, Jingqian Xiao, Yafei Wang, Zizhang Guo, Haiming Wu
Summary: Microplastics and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) have negative effects on invertebrates and microbes in aquatic environments. The addition of different particle sizes of microplastics and typical PAHs exacerbated oxidative damage and affected the degradation of phenanthrene in Tubifex tubifex and sediment. These findings contribute to the risk assessment of PAHs and microplastics in aquatic environments.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Zhaozhan Wang, Shingo Hasegawa, Ken Motokura, Shaoping Kuang, Yong Yang
Summary: In this study, a single-atom Pd catalyst anchored on a PPh3 built-in porous organic polymer (Pd1@POP) was reported for the telomerization reaction of 1,3-butadiene with methanol. The Pd1@POP catalyst exhibited excellent catalytic activity and selectivity, and could be easily recovered and reused for successive reactions.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Yafei Wang, Chenhao Wang, Shen Yan, Yingchun Li, Chen Cai, Huiling Liu, Peng Ren, Mengmeng Wang, Shaoping Kuang
Summary: In this study, nitrogen-doped biochar was used as an activator in a persulfate oxidation system to effectively degrade tetracycline, inactivate antibiotic resistant bacteria, and remove antibiotic resistant genes. The reactive sites for persulfate activation were found to be defects and edge pyridinic nitrogen generated during the nitrogen doping process. Singlet oxygen was the major mechanism for persulfate activation, while sulfate and hydroxyl radicals played minor roles. Tetracycline was degraded through hydroxylation, demethylation, and decarboxylation, and the NLBH/PDS system efficiently inactivated antibiotic resistant bacteria and reduced intracellular antibiotic resistant genes. This study highlights a promising alternative technique for the removal of antibiotics, antibiotic resistant bacteria, and intracellular antibiotic resistant genes in future advanced wastewater treatment systems.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mei Li, Shaoping Kuang, Jiahao Dong, Haoqin Ma, Yan Kang
Summary: In this study, alpha-MnO2 and beta-MnO2 were prepared to remove Cr(VI) from water. It was found that alpha-MnO2 exhibited a higher removal rate of 92% compared to beta-MnO2. The presence of large pores, high surface area, and abundant functional groups in alpha-MnO2 contributed to its superior performance in removing Cr(VI). The findings of this study provide valuable insights into the mechanism of Cr(VI) removal by nano-MnO2.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xin Zhou, Zhaozhan Wang, Bo Yu, Shaoping Kuang, Wei Sun, Yong Yang
Summary: This study presents a highly efficient method for synthesizing amides using a soluble heterogeneous Pd catalyst, which enables the hydroaminocarbonylation of alkenes and alkynes with amines and CO gas. The new method provides high yields and a broad substrate scope, as well as excellent stability and reusability of the catalyst.
