Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Fenglei Liu, Jinru Hu, Baowei Hu
Summary: A magnetic MXenes based composite (Fe3O4@Ti3C2-NH2-PT) was developed by loading Fe3O4 nanoparticles into persimmon tannin-functionalized Ti3C2-NH2. Batch experiments showed that the composite exhibited high removal efficiency for U(VI) and Cr(VI) under various conditions. The adsorption process followed the Langmuir isotherm and Pseudo-second-order kinetics models, suggesting different elimination mechanisms for U(VI) and Cr(VI).
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xinxin Chen, Siheng Cai, Nan Zhang, Jieqiu Yang, Tangjian Peng, Fei Yang
Summary: Heavy metal pollution poses a serious threat to the environment and human health. Biosorption, a cost-effective and environmentally friendly method, has gained worldwide attention. This study investigates the biosorption of U(VI) onto live and dead cells of a Sphingopyxis strain YF1. The results show that both live and dead cells have good adsorption performance, with the maximal adsorption capacities of U(VI) being 140.7 mg g(-1) and 205.7 mg g(-1), respectively. The mechanisms of U(VI) adsorption by Sphingopyxis sp. YF1 were also revealed.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Di Wen, Zhen Dong, Yinyong Ao, Kangjun Xie, Maolin Zhai, Long Zhao
Summary: In this study, n-aminotriazole isomers modified cellulose microspheres were prepared as adsorbents for U(VI) via radiation technology. Batch adsorption experiments showed good adsorption capacity and selectivity of n-ATARs. Furthermore, 3-ATAR and 4-ATAR were found to be more suitable for extracting U(VI) from contaminated groundwater and simulated seawater, respectively.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jeremie Huynh, Ruben Palacio, Audrey Allavena, Herve Gallard, Michael Descostes, Anne-Sophie Mamede, Sebastien Royer, Emmanuel Tertre, Isabelle Batonneau-Gener
Summary: The study investigated the adsorption of U(VI) from natural mine water using sorbents modified by NH2 organic moieties in packed columns, finding that amine-functionalized SBA-15 was effective for U(VI) removal. Results showed that mesostructuration did not play a significant role in adsorption capacity, and the density of amine functional groups was crucial. Additionally, competitor ions such as Ca2+ and HCO3- were found to have a negative impact on U(VI) species adsorption on amino modified silica.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Kexiao Sang, Douchao Mei, Yudan Wang, Lijia Liu, Huan Li, Guoxing Yang, Fuqiu Ma, Chunhong Zhang, Hongxing Dong
Summary: In this study, zeolitic imidazole frameworks (ZIF-90) were modified to manufacture amidoxime-appended ZIF-90 (ZIF-90-A), a material with antibacterial properties. ZIF-90-A exhibited a high uranium-uptake capacity and excellent antimicrobial properties. It also showed good selectivity for UO22+ and maintained its uranium-uptake capacity after multiple adsorption-desorption cycles.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Lijie Chen, Yuan Gao, Junjie Lian, Le Li, Dexin Ding, Zhongran Dai
Summary: Photocatalytic reduction of soluble hexavalent uranium to insoluble tetravalent uranium is a promising strategy for uranium-containing wastewater treatment. However, traditional methods require anaerobic conditions and/or sacrificial agents, leading to increased costs and secondary pollution. This study presents a novel O, K co-doped g-C3N4 photocatalyst that can efficiently remove U(VI) without sacrificial agents under air atmosphere. The synthesized OKDCN photocatalyst showed excellent performance in U(VI) reduction and demonstrated superior reusability and selectivity.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fenglei Liu, Shan Hua, Chao Wang, Baowei Hu
Summary: This study utilized waste paper as a cross-linking agent to immobilize persimmon tannin for the removal of U(VI) and Cr(VI), achieving competitive maximum removal capacities. The adsorption process was influenced by various factors and well fitted by Langmuir and Pseudo-second-order equations. Adsorption mechanisms were identified as surface complexation for U(VI) and redox reaction for Cr(VI), providing a high-efficiency and low-cost adsorbent for radioactive nuclide and heavy metal treatment.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yu Guo, Xiaoyang Liu, Shuibo Xie, Haiyan Liu, Chenxu Wang, Lingzhi Wang
Summary: A novel three dimensional ZnO modified biochar-based hydrogel (ZBCG) was fabricated for removing U(VI) in aqueous solution. The ZBCG showed excellent adsorption performance and regeneration ability.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yanbing Sun, Haoyan Zhang, Nan Yuan, Yulin Ge, Ying Dai, Zhen Yang, Liang Lu
Summary: The use of activated orange peel as a precursor for HLPC-PO4 material synthesis resulted in a highly efficient adsorbent for the removal of U(VI) in radioactive wastewater. The material showed strong adsorption capacity and selectivity for U(VI), with a high retention of adsorption capacity even after multiple cycles. The adsorption mechanism was explained as the formation of complexes between U(VI) and P-O and P-O on the surface of the adsorbent.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Fenglei Liu, Anjie Wang, Miao Xiang, Qingyuan Hu, Baowei Hu
Summary: In this study, a magnetic amine-functionalized mesoporous silica adsorbent was successfully fabricated and utilized for the removal of chromium (VI) and uranium (VI) in water. Experimental results showed the maximum adsorption capacities under optimal water conditions for both contaminants. The analysis indicated that uranium (VI) was mainly removed through surface complexation, while chromium (VI) was adsorbed electrostatically and then reduced.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Dedong Wu, Zixuan Ma, Lijie Liu, Bing Zhao, Hairui Hou, Xiangxue Wang, Shujun Yu
Summary: By conducting batch experiments and spectral analyses, it was found that the addition of humic acid (HA) could enhance the removal capacity of ZIF-8 towards U(VI), through factors such as increasing the electronegativity of ZIF-8, changing its surface charge, and affecting the chemical interactions between U(VI) and ZIF-8. This has significant implications for the practical application of ZIF-8 in environmental settings.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
K. Kishore Ramanan, S. Rohith, N. Santosh Srinivas, Dinesh Kumar Subbiah, John Bosco Balaguru Rayappan, Gautham B. Jegadeesan
Summary: NiOx nanoparticles coated cotton cloth exhibited excellent U6+ immobilization with favorable adsorption capacity and monolayer adsorption property, showing maximum immobilization at pH 6. The sorption kinetics was best described by pseudo-second order kinetics, indicating a chemisorption-based process.
ADVANCED POWDER TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fenglei Liu, Miao Xiang, Anjie Wang, Chao Wang, Baowei Hu
Summary: In this study, a composite material (nZVI@SBA-15-PDA/PEI) loaded with nanoscale zero-valent iron (nZVI) was developed for the removal of Cr(VI) and U(VI). The maximum removal capacities were found to be 44.05 mg/g and 57.78 mg/g for Cr(VI) and U(VI) respectively. The elimination mechanism involved a two-step interaction process where the pollutants were first attached onto the composite materials and then reduced to U(IV) and Cr(III) by nZVI.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yizhi Chen, Peng Zhang, Limin Jiao, Geng Chen, Yu Yang, Hanbao Chong, Mingzhang Lin
Summary: This study developed a novel adsorbent (BCN-DAPhen) that exhibited outstanding adsorption performance for the efficient separation and recovery of uranium from lanthanides. The experimental results showed that BCN-DAPhen had rapid adsorption kinetics and ultra-high adsorption capacity. Furthermore, BCN-DAPhen retained excellent adsorption ability for U(VI) even in high salt and acid concentration solutions.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Zhongran Dai, Shang Zhao, Junjie Lian, Le Li, Dexin Ding
Summary: In this study, carbon dots modified porous graphitic carbon nitride (CNCD-2) was fabricated and used for efficient photoreduction of U(VI) in radioactive wastewater under visible LED light irradiation. The results showed that CNCD-2 exhibited high removal rate and selectivity for U(VI), making it a promising material for the remediation of uranium-containing wastewater.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Tahir Naqqash, Nadia Wazir, Kashif Aslam, Ghulam Shabir, Muhammad Tahir, Rehan Sadiq Shaikh
Summary: Probiotic strains were isolated from goat milk and evaluated for their potential. The strains showed coagulation activity in milk and exhibited probiotic properties. The most potent strain, M. sciuri GMN01, was identified and showed potential as a probiotic strain.
BIOSCIENCE OF MICROBIOTA FOOD AND HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Sidra Zafar, Baogang Bai, Jinlei Guo, Syed Aun Muhammad, Syeda Tahira Qousain Naqvi, Muhammad Nauman Shabbir, Imran Imran, Rehan Sadiq Shaikh, Amjad Ali
Summary: In this study, a trivalent vaccine model that can activate cytotoxic T cells was designed and constructed based on the prediction of potential T cell epitopes. The validation experiments showed significant increases in white blood cell and lymphocyte counts, as well as the concentration of granzyme B and IgG in serum.
BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Sairah Yousaf, Nabeela Tariq, Zureesha Sajid, Shakeel A. Sheikh, Tasleem Kausar, Yar M. Waryah, Rehan S. Shaikh, Ali M. Waryah, Saumil Sethna, Saima Riazuddin, Zubair M. Ahmed
Summary: This study describes the association of CNGA3 missense variants with achromatopsia in three large Pakistani families, resulting in cone photoreceptor dysfunction. Clinical manifestations including thin retina and macular atrophy were observed through fundus examination and OCT imaging.
Article
Immunology
Qiang Jin, Syed Hassan Raza, Muhammad Yousaf, Rehana Munawar, Amjad Ali Shah, Saima Hassan, Rehan Sadiq Shaikh, Emenyonu C. Ogadimma
Summary: Misinformation and disinformation, as well as fake news, have become global threats to public health. This research provides empirical evidence on the efficacy of risk communication strategies to address polio vaccine reluctance. The study finds that public service advertisements are an effective tool to counter the inverse impacts of misinformation, disinformation, fake news, and religious fatalism.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Xiaoyu Hu, Fengyun Ding, Renjin Xiong, Yongtao An, Xingwen Feng, Jiangfeng Song, Linsen Zhou, Peilong Li, Changlun Chen
Summary: Efficient deuterium separation from isotopic mixtures is achieved using the quantum sieving effect in porous materials with suitable pore size and open metal sites (OMSs). Synthetic HKUST-1-derived microporous mixed-valence Cu(I)Cu(II)-BTC exhibits enhanced D2/H2 isotope separation with high selectivity (SD2/H2) of 37.9 at 30 K, surpassing other porous materials. The introduction of Cu(I) macrocycles decreases the pore size and enhances the interaction of H2/D2 molecules on Cu(II) sites, contributing to the improved selectivity at low temperatures. The study provides insights into quantum sieving mechanisms and a new strategy for designing efficient isotope systems.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Supeng Yu, Ting Xiang, Njud S. Alharbi, Bothaina A. Al-aidaroos, Changlun Chen
Summary: Ammonia is a promising candidate for future clean energy, but its production through the traditional Haber-Bosch process faces challenges of high energy consumption and CO2 emissions. Therefore, research efforts have been focused on green ammonia synthesis methods, including thermocatalytic, electrocatalytic, and photocatalytic approaches. Although these methods are not yet efficient enough to meet the actual demands, significant progress has been made in terms of catalyst structure and preparation efficiency.
CHINESE JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yuan He, Chengwei Sun, Njud S. Alharbi, Shubin Yang, Changlun Chen
Summary: Recently, two-step water electrolysis has been proposed as a solution to the H2/O2 mixture problems in conventional alkaline water electrolysis. However, the low buffering capacity of pure nickel hydroxide electrode limits its practical application. A high-capacity redox mediator (RM) called NiCo-LDH/ACC is synthesized to allow consecutive operation and high-efficiency hydrogen evolution in two-step water electrolysis. The NiCo-LDH/ACC electrode combines the advantages of high-capacity Ni(OH)2/ACC and high-conductivity Co(OH)2/ACC and shows promising results in terms of specific capacitance and buffering capacity.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mehreen Ismail, Baogang Bai, Jinlei Guo, Yuhui Bai, Zureesha Sajid, Syed Aun Muhammad, Rehan Sadiq Shaikh
Summary: This study successfully predicted eight immunogenic peptides of CD4+ and CD8+ T-lymphocytes that induced immunogenic response to human papilloma virus (HPV). The findings support the feasibility of peptide-based vaccine development for HPV.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Ambar Rafiq, Gul Zareen, Sana Akbar, Muhammad Asif, Nadeem Ahmed, Nashra Bibi, Ume Habiba, Asmat Ullah Khan, Rehan Sadiq Shaikh, Furhan Iqbal
Summary: The aim of this study was to report the genotype and allelic frequency at rs438228855 in SLC35A3 receptor gene and its association with complex vertebral malformation (CMV) in enrolled Pakistani cattle. The results showed non-significant variations in allelic and genotype frequency at rs438228855 among the three cattle breeds. The heterozygous (GT) genotype was most abundant, followed by the wild type (GG) genotype, and the mutant genotype (TT) was not observed. The study also found significant differences in various hematological parameters between the cattle breeds, but no association with the genotype at rs438228855 was observed.
REPRODUCTION IN DOMESTIC ANIMALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Supeng Yu, Chengwei Sun, Shidong Fang, Chengming Wang, Njud S. Alharbi, Changlun Chen
Summary: Efficient enrichment of uranium from seawater is crucial for long-term nuclear energy development. A plasma-light-amidoxime-cellulose (PLAOC) adsorbent with functional groups on cellulose was designed for environmentally friendly amidoxime materials. Under the presence of Na2CO3, this composite showed excellent uranium enrichment performance in simulated seawater. The adsorption process followed pseudo-second-order kinetics and Langmuir isotherm models, suggesting chelation of oxy-nitrogen elements in the amidoxime group played a role in U(VI) adsorption on PLAOC.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chengwei Sun, Yuan He, Njud S. Alharbi, Shubin Yang, Changlun Chen
Summary: Two-step alkaline water electrolysis is a safe and efficient method of producing hydrogen from renewable energy. The use of a bifunctional electrocatalyst with high durability and excellent activity is crucial for continuous and pure H2 generation. A novel 3D Mo-doped NiCo phosphide electrocatalyst showed low overpotential and high efficiency, making it a promising candidate for two-step water electrolysis.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiaoyu Hu, Jinchuan Wang, Shangkun Li, Xuanhao Hu, Rongxing Ye, Linsen Zhou, Peilong Li, Changlun Chen
Summary: The ultra-sound assisted double-solvent approach (DSA) was used to synthesize Pd NPs confined in the pore space of HKUST-1, resulting in Pd@HKUST-1-DS with excellent hydrogen storage capacity. Compared with pristine HKUST-1 and impregnated Pd/HKUST-1-IM, Pd@HKUST-1-DS displayed outstanding hydrogen storage capacity. The influence of spillover caused by Pd electron transport on the hydrogen storage capacity of metal NPs/MOFs was highlighted in this study.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yuan He, Chengwei Sun, Shidong Fang, Muhammad Shaban, Changlun Chen
Summary: A facile NTP treatment was conducted to modify NiCoLDH nanowires, introducing N-doping and oxygen vacancies for improved electrochemical performance. The optimized electrode (P-NiCoNW/CC-150) showed outstanding capacitance performance and excellent cycling stability. An asymmetric supercapacitor device assembled with the electrodes exhibited high energy density.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Jiarong Zhang, Long Chen, Lanhua Chen, Lei Chen, Yugang Zhang, Changlun Chen, Zhifang Chai, Shuao Wang
Summary: A novel 3D potassium-containing zirconium fluorophosphonate SZ-8 was synthesized and showed potential remediation for radionuclides with high charges. It also provides a universal synthesis strategy for crystalline zirconium phosphonates with inorganic counterions.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lili Chen, Muhammad Wakeel, Tanveer Ul Haq, Njud S. Alharbi, Changlun Chen, Xuemei Ren
Summary: Due to its unique structure and properties, MXene has become a promising candidate for wastewater treatment. However, its release into the environment may have negative effects on human health and the ecosystem. Understanding the dispersion, aggregation, and stability of MXene is crucial for its environmental application and risk assessment. The biological response and safe use of MXene have also raised concerns among researchers.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-NANO
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Attila Csaba Kondor, Anna Viktoria Vancsik, Laszlo Bauer, Lili Szabo, Zoltan Szalai, Gergely Jakab, Gabor Maasz, Marta Pedrosa, Maria Jose Sampaio, Ana Rita Lado Ribeiro
Summary: This review provides a critical overview of research on the removal efficiency of priority substances and compounds of emerging concern through bank filtration, discussing influencing factors and future challenges. The findings show that the efficiency of bank filtration is influenced by multiple factors and varies for different substances.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xinyan Wang, Shuai Zhang, Huihui Yan, Zhao Ma, Yunshan Zhang, Haining Luo, Xueli Yang
Summary: This study investigated the association between ambient PM2.5, O3 pollution, and ovarian reserve in reproductive-aged Chinese women. The results showed that increased exposure to PM2.5 and O3 was associated with decreased AMH levels, indicating reduced ovarian reserve. Notably, the effects of O3 exposure on ovarian reserve were different from those of PM2.5 exposure.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tingting Ma, Yanjuan Ding, Fengjiao Xu, Chen Zhang, Min Zhou, Ya Tang, Yanrong Chen, Yating Wen, Rufei Chen, Bin Tang, Shigui Wang
Summary: The dragonfly species Orthetrum albistylum can accumulate heavy metals, and its heat shock protein genes have the potential to serve as biomarkers for monitoring environmental pollutants.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Naoto Ishiwaka, Koya Hashimoto, Masayoshi K. Hiraiwa, Francisco Sanchez-Bayo, Taku Kadoya, Daisuke Hayasaka
Summary: Systemic insecticides and rising temperatures have combined effects on the abundance of Odonata nymphs in paddy fields. The standalone effect of insecticide exposure decreased the Odonata community, while nymphs decreased synergistically with temperature rise in paddy water. However, the impacts of each stressor alone varied among species.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marco Vecchiato, Carlo Barbante, Elena Barbaro, Francois Burgay, Warren R. L. Cairns, Alice Callegaro, David Cappelletti, Federico Dallo, Marianna D'Amico, Matteo Feltracco, Jean-Charles Gallet, Andrea Gambaro, Catherine Larose, Niccolo Maffezzoli, Mauro Mazzola, Ivan Sartorato, Federico Scoto, Clara Turetta, Massimiliano Varde, Zhiyong Xie, Andrea Spolaor
Summary: The Arctic region is facing contamination from long-range pollution and local human activities. Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) are used as environmental indicators for emission, transport, and deposition processes. Research conducted in the Arctic surface snow in Ny-Ålesund, Svalbard from October 2018 to May 2019 shows that long-range inputs of PAHs mainly occur in winter, while the most abundant analyte retene exhibits opposite seasonal trends.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Maoshui Zhuo, Zhijie Chen, Xiaoqing Liu, Wei Wei, Yansong Shen, Bing-Jie Ni
Summary: This paper discusses the application of three catalytic processes (photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, and biocatalysis) in the management of microplastic pollution, and introduces the efficiency and catalytic mechanisms of different catalysts. It also proposes the development prospects for sustainable management of microplastic pollution.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shiyu Chen, Zhenzhen Shi, Qiang Zhang
Summary: In this study, a human physiologically based pharmacokinetic (PBPK) model of diethyl phthalate (DEP) was developed to assess its toxicity. The model considers the distribution and metabolism of DEP and its active metabolite monoethyl phthalate (MEP) in different tissue compartments. Sensitivity analysis and Bayesian Markov chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) simulations were performed to evaluate the uncertainty and variability of the model parameters. The results suggest that dermal absorption is an important route of exposure to DEP in the environment.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bangguo Wang, Lijing Wang, Wenxi Cen, Tao Lyu, Peter Jarvis, Yang Zhang, Yuanxun Zhang, Yinghui Han, Lei Wang, Gang Pan, Kaili Zhang, Wei Fan
Summary: This study investigates the feasibility and mechanisms of a chemical-free nanobubble-based AOP for treating organic micropollutants in water. The results show that the oxygen nanobubble AOP has a significantly higher removal efficiency compared to air and nitrogen nanobubbles. The treatment performance is not affected by pH and the presence of ions. Higher initial concentrations of the micropollutant lead to slower treatment processes, but similar removal performance is achieved in the end. The presence of organic matter reduces the removal rate of the micropollutant. The results have practical feasibility for water and wastewater treatment.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yingmei Huang, Jicai Yi, Yao Huang, Songxiong Zhong, Bin Zhao, Jing Zhou, Yuxuan Wang, Yiwen Zhu, Yanhong Du, Fangbai Li
Summary: This study investigates the impact of biochar on methylmercury (MeHg) accumulation in rice. The results show that biochar reduces MeHg levels in paddy soils by decreasing bioavailable Hg and microbial Hg methylation. Additionally, biochar decreases the uptake and translocation of MeHg in rice plants, resulting in a reduction of MeHg accumulation in rice grains.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nengde Zeng, Fei Huang, Jiani Du, Chenghao Huang, Qian Yang, Xinhua Zhan, Baoshan Xing
Summary: This study investigates the protein targets and protein-ligand interactions related to PAH contamination in crop xylem sap using computational tools. The results show that phenanthrene has a more pronounced effect on the xylem sap proteins of maize and wheat, with maize DEPs associated with lipid biosynthesis and wheat DEPs exhibiting an increase in ABC transporters. This study provides insights into the regulation and movement of PAHs within plant xylem.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xinwei Chen, Hao Ma, Run Wang, Man Wang, Binbin Zhu, Yanqing Cong, Xiayue Zhu, Guoqin Wang, Yi Zhang
Summary: Co3O4/TiO2-NRs electrodes with excellent photoresponse were prepared via plasma-assisted modification of Co3O4 on TiO2. The combination of Co3O4 and TiO2 improved the light utilization efficiency and showed potential for degradation of pollutants.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Wenjing Ji, Liying Song, Jing Wang, Hongqing Song
Summary: This study conducted a life-cycle assessment to examine the correlation between natural gas consumption and carbon emissions in different end uses in China. The results showed that both natural gas consumption and life-cycle carbon emissions have been increasing since 2017. Significant variations in NG life-cycle carbon emissions were found across different provinces and sectors, highlighting the need for targeted efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Youyi Chen, Boxuan Zhang, Pojun Zhang, Guogui Shi, Hao Liang, Wu Cai, Jingyu Gao, Sumin Zhuang, Kaiyin Luo, Jiaqi Zhu, Chaoxiang Chen, Kunyu Ma, Jinrong Chen, Chun Hu, Xueci Xing
Summary: The synergistic effects of trace sulfadiazine and cast-iron corrosion scales on the formation of disinfection by-products in drinking water distribution systems were investigated. The presence of magnetite resulted in increased concentrations of DBPs due to the higher microbial activity and enhanced microbial extracellular electron transport pathway. The study highlights the importance of considering trace antibiotics pollution and corrosion scales in water sources for DBP control.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Bishwa Raj Pokharel, Vijay Sheri, Manoj Kumar, Zhiyong Zhang, Baohong Zhang
Summary: This review summarizes the interactions, uptake, and transport of aluminum nanoparticles (Al-NPs) in plants, highlighting their negative effects on plant growth and development, as well as their potential to alter plant defense systems and gene expression.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yonglu Wang, Fengsong Zhang, Xiaoyong Liao, Xiao Yang, Guixiang Zhang, Liyun Zhang, Chaojun Wei, Pengge Shi, Jiongxin Wen, Xiaorong Ju, Can Xu, Yang Liu, Ying Lan
Summary: This study aims to explore the effects of thiencarbazone-methyl center dot isoxaflutole on soil microflora and the potential mitigation mechanisms to bacterial communities. It was found that increasing the application of thiencarbazone-methyl center dot isoxaflutole resulted in increased stress on soil bacterial community structure and diversity. Increasing soil pH was recognized as a key factor in improving the diversity and structure of soil microflora. Supplemental use of nitrapyrin or modified attapulgite can increase soil pH and improve bacterial diversity.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
