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Agricultural Engineering
Ashootosh Mandpe, Lakshay Tyagi, Sonam Paliya, Smita Chaudhry, Ankit Motghare, Sunil Kumar
Summary: The study aimed to evaluate the performance of rapid in-house composters (RICs) and determine the optimal operating temperature and conditions. The results indicated that RICs exposed to 55 degrees Celsius temperature, 70% moisture content for nine days, and aeration at 4 L per minute showed the best composting results with a C/N ratio of 15.13.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
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Environmental Sciences
Yevhen Maltsev, Anna Maltseva, Svetlana Maltseva
Summary: Heavy metals are common pollutants in natural ecosystems, affecting algae sensitivity and growth. This study showed that low concentrations of zinc and manganese can have toxic effects on algae, while higher concentrations can lead to complete death. The response of algae species to different metal concentrations varies, with some species being more resistant to specific metals.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
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Soil Science
Hui Gao, Gerwin F. Koopmans, Jing Song, Jan E. Groenenberg, Xinyang Liu, Rob N. J. Comans, Liping Weng
Summary: This study examines the metal contamination in clay soils resulting from smelting activities and mine waste. The research finds that these soils have high concentrations of heavy metals and low reactivity of soil organic matter. It further suggests that appropriate geochemical reactivity measurements can accurately predict the solubility of heavy metals in the soils.
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Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Srilert Chotpantarat, Jirawan Thamrongsrisakul
Summary: This study focused on investigating the hydrogeological and hydrochemical characteristics around a gold mine at the border between the Phichit and Phetchabun provinces. The results showed that both natural and anthropogenic processes had an impact on groundwater quality, with natural processes playing a greater role.
JOURNAL OF ASIAN EARTH SCIENCES
(2021)
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Environmental Sciences
Bo Li, Jiangdi Deng, Zuran Li, Jianjun Chen, Fangdong Zhan, Yongmei He, Lu He, Yuan Li
Summary: The risks posed by wastes discharged from mining areas to the environment and human health have been a concern. This study collected soil samples from long-term mine waste land in northwestern Yunnan to assess the pollution characteristics, ecological and health risks of heavy metals. The results revealed extreme potential ecological risks and non-negligible health risks to children and adults. This study provides a scientific basis for policymakers in management and exposure reduction.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mohammad Taghi Shakeri, Hossein Nezami, Samaneh Nakhaee, Jan Aaseth, Omid Mehrpour
Summary: This study compared the toxicity of heavy metal levels in the blood of smokers and non-smokers in Birjand, finding that smokers had significantly higher concentrations of thallium, arsenic, manganese, and copper compared to non-smokers. Lead, cadmium, and cobalt were identified as the most critical metals accumulated in the blood of cigarette smokers. Cluster analysis showed a different grouping of elements in the smoker and non-smoker groups, indicating potential health risks associated with heavy metal exposure from smoking.
BIOLOGICAL TRACE ELEMENT RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nihal Gujre, Latha Rangan, Sudip Mitra
Summary: This study focused on the geochemical fractions of the heavy metals Cadmium, Copper, and Nickel in soil samples around a Ramsar site in India, assessing their potential health risks and pollution levels. The results indicated that Cadmium posed the highest contamination level and health risk to children, while Nickel posed potential threats to both adults and children, and Copper posed no risk to human health. Geochemical fractionation and risk assessment played a critical role in evaluating soil pollution and health risks, providing a basis for future planning and management practices for municipal solid waste.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Angeles Martinez-Toledo, Donaji J. Gonzalez-Mille, Maria E. Garcia-Arreola, Omar Cruz-Santiago, Antonio Trejo-Acevedo, Cesar A. Ilizaliturri-Hernandez
Summary: This study in San Luis Potosi, Mexico, revealed high contamination levels of arsenic and heavy metals in soils from Cerro de San Pedro and Villa de la Paz, with implications for the metabolic activity and soil functions due to a combined effect of physicochemical characteristics, arsenic, and heavy metals. The research also found a selective uptake of substrate groups by microbial communities, with correlations between contamination indexes and specific chemical compounds.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Qiannan Li, Weiyu Liang, Fang Liu, Gehui Wang, Jiang Wan, Wei Zhang, Cheng Peng, Jie Yang
Summary: Mg-Al modified biochars (MABs) synthesized by a simple one-pot pyrolysis method were found to effectively immobilize arsenic, lead, and cadmium in non-ferrous metal mining area soils. The MABs had larger specific surface areas and multi-Mg/Al-OH, which played important roles in the immobilization process.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yuting Guo, Rongshan Wu, Changsheng Guo, Jiapei Lv, Linlin Wu, Jian Xu
Summary: This study explored the contamination and sources of 14 heavy metals in soil at an antimony mining site in Guizhou Province, China, and assessed the risks to both ecosystem and public health. The results showed that antimony, selenium, arsenic, and mercury were heavily polluted and posed significant ecological risks. Industrial activities were the main source of mercury, lead, and arsenic, while nickel, cobalt, gold, and copper originated from both lithogeny and anthropogenic sources. Selenium was of natural origin. This research is important for ensuring soil safety and protecting local people's health.
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOCHEMISTRY AND HEALTH
(2023)
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Plant Sciences
Antonio De Agostini, Donatella Cogoni, Annalena Cogoni, Andrea Vacca, Giuseppe Fenu, Pierluigi Cortis
Summary: This study utilized the seed packet technique to observe orchid seed development in polluted mine wastes. The findings showed that the seed packet technique is suitable for seed bank conservation and development in extreme environmental conditions. Additionally, a plant-soil fungus interaction was observed, but further research is needed to determine its nature.
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Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Yu Chen, Guijian Liu, Chuncai Zhou, Huihui Zhou, Yong Wei, Yuan Liu
Summary: Understanding the behavior of heavy metals in mining areas is crucial for controlling mining pollution. This study examined the concentrations and migration patterns of As and other heavy metals in gold mining wastes and surrounding soils. The results revealed high concentrations of As, indicating severe pollution in the soil. Furthermore, the weathering oxidation products from the mining wastes were found in the soils, indicating the migration of mineral particles and heavy metal accumulation. The risk assessment showed low risk from As, but its environmental impact cannot be ignored due to its high mobility.
FRONTIERS IN EARTH SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Eric N. Aidoo, Simon K. Appiah, Gaston E. Awashie, Alexander Boateng, Godfred Darko
Summary: Geographically weighted principal component analysis (GWPCA) reveals spatial heterogeneity of soil heavy metals, enhancing the understanding of their distribution. In Kumasi, Ghana, the concentration of heavy metal pollutants exhibits spatial heterogeneity. The use of PCA fails to account for this spatial variation in soil heavy metal pollutants.
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Engineering, Environmental
Di Zhang, Jianlong Guo, Xianjun Xie, Yunhua Zhang, Chuanyong Jing
Summary: This study investigated the mobility of antimony (Sb) and arsenic (As) in sediments near mining areas and identified the factors controlling their mobilization. The results showed that the leachability of Sb and As exhibited a V-shape pattern, with the lowest concentration observed at an acidity of 1.6 eq H+/kg. The study also predicted that Sb and As would be immobilized in sediments when the acidity accumulated to 1.6 eq H+/kg for a long term.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Olugbenga T. Fajemila, Michael Martinez-Colon, Ivory Council, Silvia Spezzaferri
Summary: The Apapa and Badagry creeks in Nigeria have been heavily impacted by long-term human activities, resulting in the destruction of mangroves, urban expansion, and industrialization. This uncontrolled development has led to the release of untreated effluents and wastes, leading to degradation of sediment and water quality. The study shows that the highest degree of pollution occurs in the area north of Tincan Island, where potentially toxic elements (PTEs) are deposited. The presence of PTEs negatively impacts foraminiferal distribution and diversity, especially in the most polluted sediments.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Elif Duyusen Guven, Gorkem Akinci, Gulden Gok
JOURNAL OF THE FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE OF GAZI UNIVERSITY
(2016)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Adem Bayram, Hizir Onsoy, V. Numan Bulut, Gorkem Akinci
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT
(2013)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Duyusen E. Guven, Gorkem Akinci
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
(2013)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Gorkem Akinci, Elif Duyusen Guven, Gulden Gok
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2012)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Gorkem Akinci, Duyusen E. Guven, Sanem Keles Ugurlu
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-PROCESSES & IMPACTS
(2013)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Aysenur Bolukbas, Gorkem Akinci
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2018)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gulden Gok, Gorkem Akinci
WATER AIR AND SOIL POLLUTION
(2020)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Antonios Chrysargyris, Panayiota Xylia, Gorkem Akinci, Konstantinos Moustakas, Nikolaos Tzortzakis
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gorkem Akinci, Aysenur Ozuysal
Summary: This case study aims to identify the sources of arsenic and heavy metals in biodegradable wastes and develop control measures. The results showed that the metals in B-MSW were mainly related to agricultural activities, and regulatory controls on irrigation water quality and fertilizer and pesticide use are needed to reduce metal loads.
JOURNAL OF MATERIAL CYCLES AND WASTE MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gorkem Akinci, Gulden Gok, Melayib Bilgin
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT JOURNAL
(2019)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Derya Aktas, Gorkem Akinci, Duyusen Guven
PAMUKKALE UNIVERSITY JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING SCIENCES-PAMUKKALE UNIVERSITESI MUHENDISLIK BILIMLERI DERGISI
(2019)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
E. Duyusen Guven, Erkan Guler, Gorkem Akinci, Aysenur Bolukbas
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS TOXIC AND RADIOACTIVE WASTE
(2018)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Gorkem Akinci, Duyusen Guven, Gulden Gok, Tunahan Senturk
JOURNAL OF RESIDUALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2014)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
E. Duyusen Guven, Gorkem Akinci
GAZI UNIVERSITY JOURNAL OF SCIENCE
(2012)