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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Michele Marini, Elisavet Angouria-Tsorochidou, Dario Caro, Marianne Thomsen
Summary: This study evaluated the daily intake of heavy metals and minerals in different Danish diets, finding a risk of exceeding provisional tolerable daily intake and recommended daily intake. Results emphasize the importance of implementing measures to reduce the risk cycle of HMs threatening environmental health and food safety.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Davit Pipoyan, Stella Stepanyan, Meline Beglaryan, Seda Stepanyan, Robert Mendelsohn, Nicole C. Deziel
Summary: Mining in Armenia leads to excessive heavy metal contamination of agricultural products, which poses adverse health effects. This study measures the concentrations of toxic heavy metals in food samples from local markets and combines them with data from a diet survey to estimate people's daily intake. The findings show that lead exposure from food is a safety concern, with over 50% of the population exceeding the benchmark dose level set by the European Food Safety Authority. Additionally, the study reveals that lead exposure has the potential to increase blood pressure, lower IQ levels, and reduce lifetime earnings.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shuai Sun, Haijun Zhang, Yun Luo, Cuicui Guo, Xindong Ma, Jingfeng Fan, Jiping Chen, Ningbo Geng
Summary: This study investigated residual levels and accumulation characteristics of hazardous and essential heavy metal elements in commonly consumed foodstuffs from different regions in China. The results showed that aquatic and terrestrial plant foods had higher potentials to accumulate heavy metals. Co-exposure to heavy metals through food consumption posed potential non-carcinogenic risks. In particular, inorganic As (iAs) was the main contributor to the risk, and terrestrial plant foods contributed significantly to the overall hazard index.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Wojciech Koch, Marcin Czop, Katarzyna Ilowiecka, Agnieszka Nawrocka, Dariusz Wiacek
Summary: This study evaluates the contribution of different food groups to the intake of toxic heavy metals. The results show a potential risk of nephrotoxicity from dietary intake of lead. The intake of other metals is below safety limits. Cereals and vegetables are major contributors to the intake of heavy metals, while fish is not a significant source.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Elena Cristina Scutarasu, Lucia Carmen Trinca
Summary: The expansion of industries and intensive agriculture have led to increased levels of heavy metals in the environment, posing potential risks to human health. Despite several available methods for removing heavy metals, most of them are expensive and difficult to perform. This review provides an overview of the presence of heavy metals in various food sources and highlights the current global situation.
Article
Plant Sciences
Muhammad Naveed, Bisma Tanvir, Wang Xiukang, Martin Brtnicky, Allah Ditta, Jiri Kucerik, Zinayyera Subhani, Muhammad Zubair Nazir, Maja Radziemska, Qudsia Saeed, Adnan Mustafa
Summary: The study showed that the application of co-composted BC in Cr-contaminated soil significantly improved the growth and physiological attributes of Brassica, reduced antioxidant enzyme activities, decreased chromium uptake in plants, and enhanced phytostabilization efficiency.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2021)
Review
Plant Sciences
Zuliana Zakaria, Nur Syahirah Zulkafflee, Nurul Adillah Mohd Redzuan, Jinap Selamat, Mohd Razi Ismail, Sarva Mangala Praveena, Gergely Toth, Ahmad Faizal Abdull Razis
Summary: Rice is a staple food globally, but heavy metal contamination in rice production poses a significant threat to both the paddy ecosystem and human health. Cadmium, arsenic, and lead are identified as the most prevalent metals, with mining, irrigation, fertilizer, and pesticide usage being major sources. Health risk assessment through quantitative measurement is essential to identify potential risks from heavy metal exposure through rice consumption.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Leonel C. Mendoza, Ronnel C. Nolos, Oliver B. Villaflores, Enya Marie D. Apostol, Delia B. Senoro
Summary: Concentrations of heavy metals in Tilapia spp. from Calapan City, Philippines were assessed. The study found that Cd concentrations in all parts of Tilapia exceeded the FAO/WHO limits, with the highest concentration in the fins. Other heavy metals such as Cu, Pb, Mn, Hg, and Zn also exceeded the limits in certain parts of the fish.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mohammad Abdul Momin Siddique, Md Shakhawate Hossain, Md Mohidul Islam, Mahfuzur Rahman, Golam Kibria
Summary: This study assessed the levels of heavy metals and metalloids in six types of seaweeds and found potential health risks in some species, indicating they are not suitable for human consumption.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Aniruddha Sarker, Jang-Eok Kim, Abu Reza Md Towfiqul Islam, Muhammad Bilal, Md Refat Jahan Rakib, Rakhi Nandi, Mohammed M. Rahman, Tofazzal Islam
Summary: Heavy metals are commonly found in foodstuffs of Bangladesh at hazardous levels, posing a potential threat to food safety. Further research is needed to assess the toxicity of heavy metals in the food webs.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xing Li, Caiqing Yan, Chunying Wang, Jingjin Ma, Wanxin Li, Junyi Liu, Yue Liu
Summary: This study measured 22 elements in PM2.5 in Hebei province, China, and conducted source apportionment, finding that coal combustion, dust, traffic, and other industrial sources were major contributors. It also highlighted issues with chromium, arsenic, and cadmium exceeding limits, and identified coal combustion as the highest risk source.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Kiran Aftab, Sarosh Iqbal, Mohammad Rizwan Khan, Rosa Busquets, Razia Noreen, Naushad Ahmad, Syed Gohar Taqi Kazimi, Abdulnasser Mahmoud Karami, Nouf Mohammad Saad Al Suliman, Mohamed Ouladsmane
Summary: Water contaminated with heavy metals poses a threat to human health, especially in developing countries where untreated industrial effluents are used for irrigation. A study in Chenab Nagar, Chiniot, Pakistan, found that vegetables irrigated with wastewater had higher levels of cadmium and chromium than recommended by the World Health Organization. If not addressed, this issue will continue to pose a health risk.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ahmed Ali Romeh
Summary: The study revealed that heavy metal contamination in agricultural land and canola crops has exceeded safe levels, posing potential threats to human health. Bees have the ability to transfer some heavy metals from canola to their hives, while the risk of human ingestion of honey is relatively low.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Elena L. Ungureanu, Andreea L. Mocanu, Corina A. Stroe, Denisa E. Duta, Gabriel Mustaea
Summary: Bibliometric analysis was employed in this study to investigate the global health risk assessment of heavy metals in food from 2000 to 2022. The study identified an increasing trend in research publications in recent years, with the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (China) and Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences (Iran) being the most prolific affiliations. The top journal in this field is Environmental Science and Pollution Research, and the most cited study was conducted by Miraglia et al. in 2009. The study also highlighted the frequent use of keywords such as heavy metals, risk assessment, cadmium, lead, and trace elements.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Paula Renata Muniz Araujo, Caroline Miranda Biondi, Clistenes Williams Araujo do Nascimento, Fernando Bruno Vieira da Silva, William Ramos da Silva, Franklone Lima da Silva, Djennyfer Karolaine de Melo Ferreira
Summary: The study revealed that Hg content in mangrove soils impacted by chlor-alkali plants exceeded local background levels by up to 180 times, posing high ecological risk while the daily average exposure for humans remained within tolerable levels recommended by the World Health Organization. However, the human health risk was deemed unacceptable in the estuary section closest to the plant, particularly for children.
Article
Toxicology
Rekha Rani, Summaiya Tasmeem, Anju Malik, Vinod Kumar Garg, Lakhvinder Singh, Sanju Bala Dhull
Summary: The study successfully utilized Cotton boll activated carbon (CBAC) for Swiss blue (SB) decolorization from simulated wastewater. The adsorption process followed Langmuir adsorption isotherm with highest adsorption capability of 52.631 mg g(-1) and pseudo second order (PSO) kinetic model. Response surface methodology (RSM) based on Box-Behnken design (BBD) was effective in modeling and optimizing the factors for SB removal.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Monika Mago, Anoop Yadav, Renuka Gupta, V. K. Garg
Summary: This study demonstrated the beneficial effects of vermicomposting on banana crop waste biomass, including increased nutrient content and decreased heavy metal content. The optimal ratio for earthworm growth and reproduction was found to be 20-40% banana leaf waste biomass. Vermicomposting can be considered as an effective method for banana waste management.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Neelam Yadav, Vinod Kumar Garg, Anil Kumar Chhillar, Jogender Singh Rana
Summary: Environmental deterioration caused by human activities poses a threat to sustainable, clean, and green environment. Environmental nanotechnology provides an innovative solution by reducing unnecessary use of raw materials, electricity, excessive use of agrochemicals, and release of industrial effluents.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Rinku Dhanker, Suman Chaudhary, Sneh Goyal, Vinod Kumar Garg
Summary: The study demonstrated that different doses of sewage sludge significantly altered the physicochemical and biological properties of the soil, particularly enhancing levels of total organic carbon and nitrogen. Soil microbial properties rapidly increased during initial incubation, but gradually decreased after 90 days.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Simranjeet Singh, Sutripto Khasnabis, Amith G. Anil, Vijay Kumar, T. S. Sunil Kumar Naik, Bidisha Nath, Vinod Kumar Garg, Joginder Singh, Praveen C. Ramamurthy
Summary: A multifunctional nanohybrid was synthesized for the adsorption and detection of As(III) using a solvothermal approach, showing high adsorption capacity and efficient removal of As(III) due to its large surface area. The nanocomposite also demonstrated potential as a sensor for As(III) detection.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Manbir Singh, V. K. Garg
Summary: This investigation studied the water quality and distribution of heavy metals in groundwater samples collected near the Narora Atomic Power Station in India. Some water quality parameters exceeded the limits prescribed by Indian standards, and the concentrations of certain heavy metals exceeded the limits for safe drinking water. However, the overall health risk assessment values were below the threshold for significant risk.
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Monika Mago, Renuka Gupta, Anoop Yadav, Vinod Kumar Garg
Summary: This study evaluated the vermicomposting potential of two cruciferous vegetables' residual biomasses under laboratory conditions. The results showed that vermicomposting led to a decrease in pH and Total Organic Carbon, an increase in Electrical Conductivity and ash content. Nutrient levels such as Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen, Total Available Phosphorus, and Total Potassium also increased. The FT-IR spectra indicated decomposition of organic compounds and the stability of the vermicompost. Additionally, the cauliflower residual biomass exhibited better decomposition efficiency compared to the cabbage residual biomass.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Manjeet Bansal, Rajni Garg, V. K. Garg, Rishav Garg, Diwan Singh
Summary: The presence of multiple metals in industrial effluents can influence the removal of each metal during adsorptive treatment. This study reveals an antagonistic effect on the removal of a particular metal ion if other metal ions are present in the effluent. Although a higher concentration of one metal ion increases its removal, the presence of other ions affects the uptake of individual ions.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Simranjeet Singh, T. S. Sunil Kumar Naik, Amith G. Anil, Sutripto Khasnabis, Bidisha Nath, U. Basavaraju, Vineet Kumar, V. K. Garg, S. Subramanian, Joginder Singh, Praveen C. Ramamurthy
Summary: A novel green nanocomposite has been prepared by immobilizing CaO nanoparticles on the surface of graphene oxide, which shows promising adsorption capacity for Cr(VI) removal and serves as an excellent sensor for Cr(VI) sensing.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rishav Garg, Rajni Garg, Md Amir Khan, Manjeet Bansal, Vinod Kumar Garg
Summary: This study successfully removes five heavy metal ions from simulated water using a biosynthesized silica-supported iron oxide nanocomposite. The nanocomposite exhibits excellent adsorption performance and can be utilized as an effective nano-adsorbent for the removal of heavy metal ions from water and wastewater.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Vikas Kumar, Brandon Kieft, Parmila Devi, Steven J. Hallam, Cigdem Eskicioglu
Summary: This study investigated the effects of two-step activated carbon cloth on syntrophic microbial associations during anaerobic digestion of municipal sludge. The results showed that activated carbon cloth enhanced methane yield and reduced the lag phase, attributed to its increased electron transfer and methane production kinetics. Additionally, activated carbon cloth promoted the adherence of methane-producing microorganisms, providing a stable environment for syntrophic energy metabolism.
Article
Environmental Sciences
A. Anand, V. K. Garg, A. Agrawal, S. Mangla, A. Pathak
Summary: This study collected daily particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5) data from the National Air Quality Monitoring stations in major metropolitan cities in India to characterize pollutant dispersal. The data were analyzed for three time periods: pre-lockdown, during lockdown, and post-lockdown. Statistical distributions, aerosol optical thickness, and back trajectories were assessed. The results showed a decline in particulate pollution during lockdown, with Delhi and Kolkata experiencing the highest reductions. The study suggests that statistical distribution analysis and pollution models can help in studying dispersal and developing pollution abatement policies, while incorporating remote sensing can enhance knowledge about air parcel origin and movement.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Parmila Devi, Ajay K. Dalai
Summary: The occurrence, distribution, and toxicity of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) were investigated in pyrolysis streams (biochar, biocrude, and biogas) of three agricultural residues at pyrolysis temperatures of 400-800 degrees C. The formation of PAHs increased in a narrow temperature range (500-600 degrees C) due to temperature-induced reactions. Low molecular weight PAHs dominated in all product streams, while high molecular weight PAHs were found in very low concentrations. Leaching studies revealed that biochars produced at lower temperatures were more prone to leaching, while high temperature pyrolyzed biochar prevented the leaching of PAHs due to the presence of a hydrophobic carbonized matrix. The low leaching potential, low toxic equivalency, and permissible total PAHs values in biochar derived from all three feedstocks ensure ecological safety and warrant broader application.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Renuka Gupta, Monika Mago, Vinod Kumar Garg
Summary: This research explores the use of vermicomposting technology to sustainable manage Barnyard grass, a common rice weed. By vermicomposting a mixture of Barnyard grass biomass and cow dung at different ratios, it was found that higher percentage of Barnyard grass hindered the growth of earthworms. The final vermicomposts showed good nutrient content and maturity, effectively decomposing the weed biomass. This study suggests that vermicomposting can convert Barnyard grass into nutrient-rich manure, providing a cost-effective and environmentally sustainable method for weed management.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mahavir Singh, Poonam Yadav, V. K. Garg, Anshu Sharma, Balvinder Singh
Summary: The present study investigated the serum minerals and trace elements levels in Beetal breed goats reared in an organized farm in the semi-arid region of south-west of Haryana State, India. The results showed variations in the levels of sodium, potassium, calcium, zinc, and copper compared to the reference values. The distribution and clustering of different elements varied, while the average values of trace elements and minerals were similar.
RENDICONTI LINCEI-SCIENZE FISICHE E NATURALI
(2022)
