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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Shikha Mahajan, Anurima Majumder, Paul A. Stewart, Yian Ann Chen, Emma Adhikari, Bin Fang, Yan Yang, Harshani Lawrence, Fumi Kinose, John M. Koomen, Eric B. Haura
Summary: In this study, we combined activity-based protein profiling and mass spectrometry to identify 67 DUBs in non-small cell lung cancer tissues. We found 12 DUBs that had an impact on lung cancer cell viability and further investigated the biological significance of one of these DUBs, COPS6. This study provides valuable insights into DUB signaling biology and identifies potential drug targets for treating specific subtypes of lung cancer.
ACS CHEMICAL BIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Helio Elias da Silva, Marcelino Benvindo-Souza, Daniela de Melo e Silva, Nelson Roberto Antoniosi Filho
Summary: This study evaluated the genotoxic and mutagenic damages in earthworms exposed to ore tailings from Brumadinho region. The results showed increased DNA damage and micronuclei formation in earthworms exposed to higher concentrations of mining waste. The earthworms also experienced weight loss as the percentage of mining waste increased. More research is needed to understand the full extent of the environmental disaster in Brumadinho.
ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Maowang Jiang, Wencheng Xiao, Jingtao Ye, Liting Xu, Ruibing Peng, Qingxi Han, Zhenming Lu, Huilai Shi, Xiamin Jiang
Summary: This study investigates the changes in digestive physiology, intestinal morphology, and microbial composition during feed transition in Sepia pharaonis. The results show significant changes in digestive enzymes and microbiota, highlighting the importance of understanding these changes for aquaculture production.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yanpei Li, Jiao Wang, Mingan Shao, Hanzhong Jia
Summary: This study investigated the impact of earthworm activity on microplastic-contaminated soil. The results showed that earthworms were able to survive in soil polluted with microplastics and improve soil quality by increasing nutrient content, enzyme activity, microbial biomass, and diversity. Earthworm activity also promoted maize plant growth and increased nutrient content. The study suggests that medium densities of earthworms have the greatest soil improvement effect and provide an important basis for bioremediation of microplastic-contaminated farmland and sustainable agriculture.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Kegan Romelle Jones, Roger Edmund John, Venkatesan Sundaram
Summary: This study provides a quantitative analysis of the gastrointestinal tract of the agouti and its relation to the feeding habits of the animal. The findings suggest that the agouti is well adapted to an omnivorous diet and can digest fibrous material. These results are important for the feeding and nutritional needs of agoutis in captivity.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rakhi Kumari, Prakash Sharma, Debajit Sarma, G. M. Siddaiah, Maneesh K. Dubey, Isfaq Nazir Mir, P. P. Srivastava
Summary: The study on the ontogeny of the digestive tract and accessory organs in the Indian walking catfish revealed significant developmental changes in organs such as the oral cavity, stomach, intestine, liver, and pancreas in larvae from hatching to 35 days post-hatching. The species was confirmed to be altricial with major histomorphological events occurring after the onset of feeding. Understanding the larval digestive physiology of C. magur can facilitate the design of effective larval feed for growth and survival.
FISH PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chengxi Li, Yapeng Han, Tiantian Gao, Jun Zhang, De-Xiang Xu, Yan Wang
Summary: Metal nanoparticles have gained attention as pesticides due to their synthesis from natural resources using green methods. They have shown effectiveness in killing mosquitos, ticks, parasites, and crop pests. However, further research is needed to determine the appropriate dosage, field effectiveness, and potential risks to human health and the environment.
ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Caide Huang, Yan Ge, Shizhong Yue, Lei Zhao, Yuhui Qiao
Summary: This study demonstrated that microplastics increased the availability of cadmium in soil, potentially exacerbating the joint toxicity of metal-associated microplastics to soil organisms.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shengfang Wen, Chao Liu, Youwei Wang, Yannan Xue, Xueting Wang, Jinhua Wang, Xiaoming Xia, Young Mo Kim
Summary: Triflumezopyrim is an effective pesticide for controlling rice planthoppers, but it may have adverse effects on earthworms by causing oxidative stress and DNA damage.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Akif Er, Mert Minaz, Zeynep Zehra Ipek, Kubra Ak, Ilker Zeki Kurtoglu, Sevki Kayis
Summary: This study investigates the organophosphate malathion toxicity and its negative effects on Danube sturgeon. The results show that malathion has hematological, histological, and genotoxic effects on the sturgeon. This study provides valuable information for the conservation and further research on the sturgeon species.
ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Hao Wu, Bo Shen
Summary: Sarcoidosis patients undergoing endoscopic evaluation often present with high histologic abnormalities but low probability of characteristic histologic findings. Common endoscopic and histologic features include esophageal tissue eosinophilia, gastritis, and duodenal villous blunting.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Maja Srut
Summary: The effect of environmental pollutants on epigenetic changes, including DNA methylation, histone modifications, and non-coding RNAs, is a major concern in ecotoxicology. Earthworms have been widely used as models to study the impact of environmental stress on epigenetic mechanisms and to explore the possibility of epigenetic inheritance. However, there are still many knowledge gaps that need to be filled in.
Article
Fisheries
Xuebin Zheng, Chen Du, Xinming Gao, Junjie Ni, Yajun Wang, Congcong Hou, Junquan Zhu, Daojun Tang
Summary: In this study, the ontogeny of the digestive system of silver pomfret was investigated from hatching to 50 days post-hatching. The findings suggest that weaning could potentially begin at 15-20 days post-hatching, which would reduce the reliance on live food and improve larval rearing protocols.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Xincheng Cai, Darhan Bao, Guohui Ye, Bin Chu, Zhuangsheng Tang, Rui Hua, Limin Hua
Summary: The gastrointestinal tract (GIT) morphology and histological structure of the plateau zokor (Eospalax baileyi), a subterranean herbivorous rodent in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, enable it to adapt to its high-fiber diet by evolving a complex stomach and well-developed gastrointestinal histology. This is in contrast to the plateau pika (Ochotona curzoniae), a small, fossorial lagomorph that forages aboveground plant parts and has a simple, wholly glandular stomach. The specialized GIT structures of the plateau zokor provide a favorable guarantee for it to adapt to the energy pressures of high-fiber digestion in harsh environments.
Article
Microbiology
Noah Machuki Onchieku, Sonam Kumari, Rajan Pandey, Vaibhav Sharma, Mohit Kumar, Arunaditya Deshmukh, Inderjeet Kaur, Asif Mohmmed, Dinesh Gupta, Daniel Kiboi, Naseem Gaur, Pawan Malhotra
Summary: The reduced sensitivity of Plasmodium falciparum to Artemisinin and its derivatives is a global concern. Artemisinin causes cellular and genetic damage, activating the unfolded protein response (UPR) pathways. The inhibition of PfDdi1 protease activity by ARTs leads to the accumulation of ubiquitinated proteins in parasites, disrupting the protein homeostasis and potentially impairing DNA and protein damage recovery processes.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xing Yang, Zhinan Dai, Chengjun Ge, Huamei Yu, Nanthi Bolan, Daniel C. W. Tsang, Hocheol Song, Deyi Hou, Sabry M. Shaheen, Hailong Wang, Joerg Rinklebe
Summary: In this study, the effects of functionalized biochars (PBC and FePBC) and different irrigation regimes (CF and IF) on rice yield and the accumulation of As and Pb in rice grain were investigated. The results showed that FePBC increased rice yield under both CF and IF conditions. The concentration of As in grain was higher under CF conditions, whereas the concentration of Pb was higher under IF conditions. Therefore, the application of multiple-functionalized biochar can effectively increase rice yield and reduce As accumulation, particularly under IF conditions, but it is not applicable for Pb remediation in paddy soils.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Agronomy
Yuanbo Li, Peng Zhang, Mingshu Li, Noman Shakoor, Muhammad Adeel, Pingfan Zhou, Manlin Guo, Yaqi Jiang, Weichen Zhao, BenZhen Lou, Yukui Rui
Summary: Nanotechnology has played a significant role in agriculture, particularly in plant protection. Nanoparticles with antimicrobial properties can be developed into nanopesticides to inhibit the growth of plant pathogenic bacteria and fungi and enhance crop resilience to diseases.
PEST MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Noman Shakoor, Muhammad Adeel, Imran Azeem, Muhammad Arslan Ahmad, Muhammad Zain, Aown Abbas, Muzammil Hussain, Yaqi Jiang, Pingfan Zhou, Yuanbo Li, Ming Xu, Yukui Rui
Summary: We conducted a meta-analysis of recent literature to investigate the impact of different lithium sources and levels on plant species under different growth conditions. The toxic effects of lithium exposure in plants varied depending on the medium, with more negative responses observed in hydroponic systems compared to soil and foliar application. The source materials of lithium also influenced its toxic effects, with lithium chloride negatively affecting parameters related to plant germination and root biomass, while lithium nitrate had more negative effects on shoot biomass. The dosage of lithium also played a role, with concentrations below 50 mg/L significantly influencing plant physiological indicators, while concentrations between 50-500 mg/L affected biochemical parameters. The dose-response relationship (EC50) for different exposure mediums ranged from 24.6-196.7 ppm. The bioaccumulation and trophic transfer of lithium in edible tissues of crops remains unknown and should be investigated in future research.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Guanyan Li, Lijun Yan, Xiangmeng Chen, Su Shiung Lam, Jorg Rinklebe, Qing Yu, Yafeng Yang, Wanxi Peng, Christian Sonne
Summary: Potentially toxic elements (PTEs) present a serious threat to ecosystems, and prolonged exposure can have detrimental effects on wildlife and humans. Cadmium, in particular, has been linked to various diseases such as cancer, kidney dysfunction, bone lesions, anemia, and hypertension. This review focuses on the ability of plants to accumulate cadmium from different environmental sources and the factors that influence this process. Plants employ various mechanisms and pathways for cadmium transport, and the excessive concentrations of cadmium in the environment can affect soil properties, pH levels, and microorganism composition, thereby influencing plant uptake. Additionally, plants utilize antioxidant reactions to defend against cadmium toxicity. Further exploration is needed to determine the implications of differences in cadmium absorption capacity for crop breeding or genetic modification, as well as identifying the potential of plants to become hyperaccumulators and preventing excessive cadmium uptake by edible plants. The use of activators such as wood vinegar, GLDA (Glutamic acid diacetic acid), earthworms, and fungi can enhance phytoremediation, reducing crop uptake and human exposure, thereby promoting food safety and environmental health.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Maria Hasnain, Neelma Munir, Zainul Abideen, Faisal Zulfiqar, Hans Werner Koyro, Ali El-Naggar, Isabel Cacador, Bernardo Duarte, Jorg Rinklebe, Jean Wan Hong Yong
Summary: Unpredictable climatic changes and human activities are causing land degradation and reducing global food production. Biochar can mitigate the adverse effects of climate change and degraded soils, improve soil quality, and enhance plant resilience. It can also immobilize pollutants in contaminated soils and improve crop cultivation under unfavorable conditions such as salinity, drought, flooding, and heavy metal stress.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Liang Shi, Jie Li, Kumuduni Niroshika Palansooriya, Yahua Chen, Deyi Hou, Erik Meers, Daniel C. W. Tsang, Xiaonan Wang, Yong Sik Ok
Summary: Machine learning was used to predict the important factors affecting phytoextraction efficiency of hyperaccumulators. Heavy metal properties, especially the metal ion radius, were found to be the most important factors, while the plant family had the most influence on the bioconcentration factor, metal extraction ratio, and remediation time. The Crassulaceae family showed the highest potential as hyperaccumulators, related to gene expression and substance secretion. The insights from the machine learning model interpretation could guide efficient phytoremediation.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yuanmeng Tian, Ming Kong, Zeyu Tao, Chen Yang, Shanshan Shang, Qinfen Gu, Daniel C. W. Tsang, Liangchun Li, Jin Shang
Summary: A microporous covalent triazine framework (CTF) was developed as an effective adsorbent for NO2 capture, achieving high cyclable capacity and moderate adsorption affinity. The pristine CTF exhibited a high NO2 adsorption capacity, which was further enhanced by surface nitrogen conversion. This work not only provides promising adsorbents for mitigating NO2 pollution, but also a strategy for developing robust adsorbents for corrosive and toxic gases.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xing Yang, Ergang Wen, Chengjun Ge, Ali El-Naggar, Huamei Yu, Shengsen Wang, Eilhann E. Kwon, Hocheol Song, Sabry M. Shaheen, Hailong Wang, Joerg Rinklebe
Summary: The use of functionalized biochar amendments can reduce the accumulation of potentially toxic elements (PTEs) in rice grains. Specifically, silicon (Si)-rich and phosphorus (P)-rich biochars can decrease the concentration of arsenic (As) in rice grains, while iron-modified biochars can enhance rice grain yield. Additionally, P-rich biochar can increase the activity of beneficial bacteria in the soil and decrease lead (Pb) concentration in rice grains. However, iron-modified P-rich biochar can increase cadmium (Cd) and Pb concentration in rice grains.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Editorial Material
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Warren C. W. Chan, Natalie Artzi, Chunying Chen, Xiaodong Chen, Dean Ho, Tony Hu, Kazunori Kataoka, Luis M. Liz-Marzan, Rahmi Oklu, Wolfgang J. Parak
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kwangsuk Yoon, Dong-Wan Cho, Gihoon Kwon, Joerg Rinklebe, Hailong Wang, Hocheol Song
Summary: This study explored a technical approach to reduce the basicity of lignin-based biochar by utilizing FeCl3 during production. The addition of FeCl3 significantly reduced the solution pH and improved the adsorption capacity of biochar for As(V). The results suggest that FeCl3 is a feasible approach to control the intrinsic pH of biochar and enhance the treatment of As(V).
Review
Environmental Sciences
Muhammad Adeel, Muhammad Zain, Noman Shakoor, Imran Azeem, Muzammil Hussain, Muhammad Arslan Ahmad, Sadaf Chaudhary, Usama Zaheer, Muhammad Abdullah Aziz, Sunny Ahmar, Rui Yukui, Ming Xu
Summary: A meta-analysis was conducted to investigate the response of plants to steroid estrogens (SEs) and their accumulation potential in different environmental conditions. Different plant species showed heterogeneous responses to types, concentrations, and exposure mediums of SEs. Food crops such as carrot and potato were found to be major sources of SEs intake, but the consequences are still largely unknown. Further research is needed to determine threshold levels of SEs in soil-plant systems to mitigate the global threat to human health.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Junhao Lin, Zibo Xu, Qiaozhi Zhang, Yang Cao, Ondr ej Mas, Hanwu Lei, Daniel C. W. Tsang
Summary: This study presents a method of programmed microwave pyrolysis combined with low-dose ferric chloride to produce hydrophobic porous biochar suitable for efficient adsorption of benzene derivatives. The results show that programmed microwave pyrolysis can significantly increase the specific surface area of biochar and enhance its adsorption capacity for benzene and toluene.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Mengmeng Wang, Zibo Xu, Shanta Dutta, Kang Liu, Claudia Labianca, James H. Clark, Julie B. Zimmerman, Daniel C. W. Tsang
Summary: The article discusses the recycling of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) and highlights the issues with current recycling methods. It introduces a low-energy solvometallurgy technique using biodegradable solvents. The comprehensive assessment of the technique reveals sustainability concerns and the need for further improvements.
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Mingjing Cao, Yaling Wang, Liming Wang, Kai Zhang, Yong Guan, Yuecong Guo, Chunying Chen
Summary: Understanding the intracellular behaviors of nanomedicines and their impact on subcellular architecture is crucial for the safe design and evaluation of nanomedicines. This study presents a novel approach based on X-ray microscopy to visualize the intracellular distribution and analyze the chemical transformation of nanomedicines. The results provide insights into the principles and mechanisms of nano-bio interactions.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Jingyi Gao, Mengdi Zhao, Zibo Xu, Kang Liu, Hua Zhong, Daniel C. W. Tsang
Summary: A mechanochemical method was used to fabricate Ca-biochar using oyster shell waste and wood waste. The smaller size Ca-biochar produced through medium-speed ball milling showed higher As(III) removal, and the wood-based biochar acted as a platform for co-precipitation of As.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
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)
