Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Silvia Moreira, Ricardo Silva, David F. Carrageta, Marco G. Alves, Vicente Seco-Rovira, Pedro F. Oliveira, Maria de Lourdes Pereira
Summary: Carbamates, widely used as pesticides, have both medical applications and adverse effects on the male reproductive system. Their inhibitory effect on acetylcholine hydrolyzation can lead to male fertility problems and disrupt the male endocrine system. The molecular mechanisms behind these effects are not fully understood.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wenhao Wang, Lu Zhang, Zhisong Liu, Yanli Kang, Qiang Chen, Wei Wang, Minmin Liu, Bang-Ce Ye, Feng Yu, Yingchun Li
Summary: In this study, a TiO2-NiFe2O4 heterojunction was synthesized for trimethylamine (TMA) detection. The sensor exhibited a significant response to TMA at high temperature, and the response was further enhanced under white-light irradiation. The researchers explored the enhanced gas-sensing performance of the sensor using density functional theory. This study improves the gas-sensing ability for TMA detection and has potential applications.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wangqiang Shen, Yang Dong, Junjun Wu, Jun Lv, Zhiyong Bao, Jiewu Cui, Jian Zhang, Guangqing Xu
Summary: This study successfully synthesized NiFe2O4/SiNWs heterojunctions and constructed a photoelectrocatalytic degradation system based on this heterojunction. The experimental results showed that NiFe2O4/SiNWs exhibited higher light absorption, stronger photocurrent density, and lower carrier recombination, leading to significantly enhanced photoelectrocatalytic activity and high degradation efficiency.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Raju Atla, Baji Shaik, Tae Hwan Oh
Summary: Recently, visible-light-driven photocatalysis has been widely used in environmental remediation for degrading organic pollutants. In this study, a novel heterostructure photocatalyst composed of NiFe2O4 nanoplate-deposited MoS2 nanosheets was developed for the photocatalytic degradation of methyl orange. The results showed that the photocatalytic efficiency of the new photocatalyst was significantly better than that of other materials, and it maintained high degradation efficiency over four consecutive reuse cycles.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ann-Cathrin Haigis, Richard Ottermanns, Andreas Schiwy, Henner Hollert, Jessica Legradi
Summary: In this study, the light/dark transition (LDT) test with zebrafish eleutheroembryos was improved by monitoring multiple parameters and using radar charts for data presentation. The study showed that this approach increases the sensitivity of the test and enhances the understanding of the behavior response of zebrafish eleutheroembryos, making it more useful for behavioral toxicity studies.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Roberta R. M. Silva, Luis A. M. Ruotolo, Francisco G. E. Nogueira
Summary: The widespread use of antibiotics has led to serious environmental issues, and there is an urgent need for new treatments to remove these substances from wastewater. In this study, a new approach using the NiFe2O4/g-C3N4 heterostructure was proposed to activate peroxymonosulfate (PMS) under visible light (VL) for degradation of tetracycline hydrochloride (TCH) in simulated wastewater. The NiFe2O4/g-C3N4/PMS/VL system effectively removed TCH over a wide pH range and in the presence of various anions commonly found in wastewater. The superior degradation performance of the composite was attributed to the synergistic effect between heterojunction photocatalysis and PMS activation, generating highly oxidizing species that effectively degraded TCH. Additionally, the magnetic properties of the heterostructure facilitated separation and reuse of the photocatalyst.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Senlin Qu, Xin Yuan, Yu Li, Xingyang Li, Xiujuan Zhou, Xiaogang Xue, Kexiang Zhang, Juan Xu, Changlai Yuan
Summary: The study developed defect CISe quantum dots for the first time using a ligand-assisted two-step aqueous method, showing that surface defects in the structure favor carrier separation/transportation and enhance the photocatalytic performance of CuInSe2. The optimized structure exhibited a superior H-2 evolution rate compared to the initially synthesized nucleus, indicating the potential of non-noble metal I-III-VI photocatalysts.
NANOSCALE ADVANCES
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Martina Capriotti, Paolo Cocci, Luca Bracchetti, Erika Cottone, Rosaria Scandiffio, Giovanni Caprioli, Gianni Sagratini, Gilberto Mosconi, Patrizia Bovolin, Francesco Alessandro Palermo
Summary: This study presented environmental baseline data on floating microplastics in Italian coastal waters of the Central Adriatic Sea, revealing the presence of various organic pollutants on the surface of collected microplastics. Furthermore, the study indicated potential metabolic effects of microplastics on adipocytes, resulting in both adipogenesis and lipid uptake/storage.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Anna S. Young, Nicholas Herkert, Heather M. Stapleton, Brent A. Coull, Russ Hauser, Thomas Zoeller, Peter A. Behnisch, Emiel Felzel, Abraham Brouwer, Joseph G. Allen
Summary: Humans are exposed to complex mixtures of hormone-disrupting chemicals, and traditional research methods do not evaluate enough chemicals at once. This study used silicone wristbands to investigate exposures to chemical mixtures in office workers from different countries. The results revealed associations between chemical concentrations and hormonal activities, and identified several important chemicals contributing to the overall mixture effects. The study emphasized the role of personal care products and building microenvironments in hormone-disrupting exposures.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Yi Wang, Yong Kang, Xinhe Liu
Summary: In this study, a novel p-n ZnBi2O4/Ag2WO4 heterojunction was prepared and investigated for its optical response properties and photocatalytic activity. The results showed improved absorption of visible light and enhanced degradation of methylene blue, indicating the potential of the composite material for various applications.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
V. Paolucci, J. De Santis, L. Lozzi, M. Rigon, A. Martucci, C. Cantalini
Summary: This study reports on the detection of ppb-level NO2 using ZnO nanocrystalline film with visible-light and mild thermal-activation modes. Trivalent and tetravalent doping trigger fast response behavior, with the best performance seen from a combination of purple-blue light and thermal activation. The influence of relative humidity on gas sensing performances is also investigated, with a slight decrease in NO2 response observed at 40% RH.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Krystyna Makowska, Ewa Lepiarczyk, Slawomir Gonkowski
Summary: Bisphenol A (BPA), commonly used as a plasticizer, has a strong negative effect on living organisms and is being replaced by bisphenol S (BPS) in plastic production. This study compares the impact of BPA and BPS on enteric neurons for the first time using double immunofluorescence technique. Both BPA and BPS affect the number of enteric neurons containing various neuronal factors, with BPS showing a stronger impact on certain neuronal populations. The results indicate that long-term exposure to BPS, even in low doses, is not neutral for enteric neurons and may be more potent than BPA for certain neuronal populations.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ioana Chelcea, Stefan Orn, Timo Hamers, Jacco Koekkoek, Jessica Legradi, Carolina Vogs, Patrik L. Andersson
Summary: This article presents a study on the distribution and kinetics of a new class of pollutants, bisphenol Z, in zebrafish. By establishing a physiologically based toxicokinetic model, researchers were able to predict the concentrations of bisphenols in different organs of the zebrafish and found that these bisphenols mainly distribute to the carcass and gonads.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lorenzo Fabbri, Ronan Garlantezec, Karine Audouze, Mariona Bustamante, Angel Carracedo, Leda Chatzi, Juan Ramon Gonzalez, Regina Grazuleviciene, Hector Keun, Chung-Ho E. Lau, Eduard Sabido, Alexandros P. Siskos, Remy Slama, Cathrine Thomsen, John Wright, Wen Lun Yuan, Maribel Casas, Martin Vrijheid, Lea Maitre
Summary: This study aimed to identify multi-omic signatures associated with childhood exposure to non-persistent endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs). By using a repeated sampling strategy and integrating multiple omics data, a total of 950 reproducible associations were found, including 23 direct associations between EDCs and omics. These associations can help us understand the effects of EDCs on neurological and metabolic outcomes.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rui Luo, Tao Zhang, Li Wang, Yong Feng
Summary: This report aims to assess the current state of understanding about endocrine disruptors in China, including their origins, impacts, and obstacles, and provide actionable recommendations for reducing exposure and mitigating negative effects. The study shows that land use and cover variables have significant impacts on agricultural nitrous oxide emissions and agricultural methane emissions. The study aims to increase knowledge of the potential advantages and disadvantages of endocrine disruptors in outdoor exercise, and aid in preventing and managing diseases and disorders caused by hormonal imbalances or disruptions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Liyuan Mo, Hongxia Dai, Li Feng, Bingzhi Liu, Xuhao Li, Yuning Chen, Sarfaraz Khan
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Li Feng, Xuhao Li, Zizeng Wang, Bingzhi Liu, Yuning Chen, Huaili Zheng
Summary: The study demonstrated the formation of an attractive anionic microblock structure in TPAS, which enhanced the capability of charge neutralization, electrical patching, and bridging. Conditioning hematite wastewater with TPAS containing this novel structure resulted in larger particle size and denser structure of hematite flocs, facilitating a reduction in turbidity.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Zhenzhen Jiang, Li Feng, Junren Zhu, Xuhao Li, Sarfaraz Khan, Yuning Chen
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhiyong Wang, Xuhao Li, Li Feng, Bingzhi Liu, Farzaneh Shamsa
Summary: In this study, gold nanoparticles supported on dendritic fibrous nanosilica doped with alpha-cyclodextrin were used as a catalyst for effectively carbonylating cinnamyl chloride and phenylacetylene with CO2. Various techniques were used to characterize the nanostructures, showing their effective and novel catalytic behavior in the synthesis of specific compounds.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Li Feng, Xuhao Li, Zizeng Wang, Bingzhi Liu
Summary: Catalytic hydrothermal liquefaction of lignin was studied using different solvents and catalyst conditions, revealing that Ni-Al/MCM-41 catalyst achieved the highest bio-oil yield in ethanol solvent. Alcoholic solvents promoted lignin decomposition, while water solvent significantly improved lignin degradation in the presence of catalyst.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Sheng Li, Renzi Zhang, Daoxin Wang, Li Feng, Kang Cui
Summary: The study utilized doxorubicin as a drug delivery carrier and revealed a magnetic and pH-responsive drug delivery system that significantly enhanced cancer cell killing capability.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Moxi Wang, Li Feng, Xueyi You, Huaili Zheng
Summary: The fine molecular structure of a flocculant plays a crucial role in determining its internal flocculation mechanism and final application properties. This study successfully synthesized chitosan-based polymers with different properties and investigated the effects of structural factors on their flocculation performance. The results showed that flocculants with abundant graft chains exhibited better flocculation performance, while the effects of charge density and chain distribution varied depending on the dosage.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Bingzhi Liu, Zizeng Wang, Li Feng, Kittisak Jermsittiparsert
Summary: The study suggests that hybrid power systems can better utilize various renewable energy sources and improve system stability with the assistance of energy storage systems. By combining diesel generators and water reservoirs, the power demand can be effectively met when solar energy is insufficient, and adjusting the use of diesel generators through optimization techniques can lead to cost savings.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Zhenzhen Jiang, Li Feng, Junren Zhu
Summary: This paper reports the successful synthesis of CFO/Rh composite photocatalyst through in situ photodeposition, which showed improved efficiency in decomposing Malachite Green with higher specific surface area and enhanced charge separation. The crucial reactive species during the photocatalytic degradation of MG with CFO/Rh were identified as hydroxyl radicals and superoxide radicals, providing a useful approach to enhance the photocatalytic activity of semiconductors for degrading organic dyes.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yuning Chen, Xuhao Li, Wang Zizeng, Li Feng, Jiehong Xie, Zeluan Lin, Zhihong Xu, Bingzhi Liu, Xiang Li, Huaili Zheng
Summary: The research successfully synthesized a new type of template copolymer with a distinct cationic microblock structure, which can effectively improve the flocculation structure and enhance treatment efficiency, leading to an improved sludge dewatering performance.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Wei Wei, Dong Zhou, Li Feng, Xuhao Li, Lijun Hu, Huaili Zheng, Yinli Wang
Summary: The advanced oxidation technology of using ultrasound enhanced zero-valent iron/potassium persulfate can effectively remove carbamazepine antibiotic organic contamination wastewater, with ultrasound playing a key role in improving the efficiency of the reaction and expanding the pH range for CBZ degradation. The mechanism involves the generation of active radicals such as SO4·−, (OH)·, and O2(·−) which contribute to the removal of CBZ, with SO4·− playing a prominent role. The degradation process is promoted by the dissolution of iron powder, production of Fe2+ ions, and activation of S2O82- to produce sufficient SO4·− radicals, leading to the efficient degradation of CBZ.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yongzhi Liu, Huaili Zheng, Yawen Han, Youwei Wu, Yu Wang, Yongde Liu, Li Feng
Summary: Magnetic chitosan-based amphiphilic adsorbent PFSC synthesized by UV-light irradiation method showed superior adsorption efficiency and pH resistance for removing anionic dyes. The main adsorption mechanisms were identified as electrostatic adsorption and 11-11 stacking interactions.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xuhao Li, Minghao Zuo, Jiahao Wu, Li Feng, Zizeng Wang, Bingzhi Liu
Summary: The CuFe2O4/CdSe heterostructure photocatalyst shows improved utilization of visible light, enhanced hydrogen production from water splitting, and more efficient charge separation, mainly due to the higher specific surface area and better charge transfer efficiency.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Bingzhi Liu, Zizeng Wang, Li Feng
Summary: The catalytic liquefaction of Spirulina microalgae using Co/CNT and Ni/CNT catalysts can significantly improve bio-oil quality and yield, while reducing bio-char yield; higher percentages of hydrocarbons can be obtained under ethanol solvent.
JOURNAL OF THE ENERGY INSTITUTE
(2021)
