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Chemistry, Applied
Konstantin Khivantsev, Miroslaw A. Derewinski, Janos Szanyi
Summary: This review surveys the efforts to form and characterize cationic species in different zeolites, including both metal and non-metal cations, with an emphasis on their novel properties and reactivity. The authors describe how synthesis of such species was achieved by considering both cation identity and zeolite architecture, and synthesis methods. Well-defined cationic species were successfully obtained through careful choice of metal incorporation methods, Al distribution tuning, and synthesis parameters. Discoveries of previously unknown phenomena in zeolite and cation-zeolite chemistry using these well-defined systems are discussed in this review article. The methodology to enhance the stability of cations in zeolite for adsorption and catalytic applications, as well as the usefulness of these materials in elucidating unknown catalytic intermediates and mechanisms, is also examined.
MICROPOROUS AND MESOPOROUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Danijela Smiljanic, Aleksandra Dakovic, Milena Obradovic, Milica Ozegovic, Francesco Izzo, Chiara Germinario, Bruno de Gennaro
Summary: This study tested composites for the adsorption of salicylic acid, a common contaminant, showing that the bilayer composite of IZ CLI and CPyCl achieved the highest adsorption. Kinetic runs indicated that the adsorption process followed the pseudo-second order model.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Abdul Latif Ahmad, Oluwasola Idowu Ebenezer, Noor Fazliani Shoparwe, Suzylawati Ismail
Summary: Polymer inclusion membranes (PIMs) have been extensively studied for the remediation of heavy metals, dyes, and nutrients, but their application in treating organic compounds such as Ibuprofen has not been satisfactory. This study demonstrates the enhanced extraction of Ibuprofen using graphene oxide-doped PIMs.
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Engineering, Environmental
Varvara Nikolopoulou, Reza Aalizadeh, Maria-Christina Nika, Nikolaos S. Thomaidis
Summary: This study developed a validated computational framework based on deep learning for classifying the trends of chemicals in consecutive sampling days. It successfully identified several surfactants, including compounds that have never been reported before. These newly identified surfactants were tentatively determined to have potential risks to the aquatic environment.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Isabel Ambriz-Mexicano, Soledad Gonzalez-Juarez, Nora Ruiz-Ordaz, Juvencio Galindez-Mayer, Fortunata Santoyo-Tepole, Cleotilde Juarez-Ramirez, Marcela Galar-Martinez
Summary: This study developed a process using horizontal tubular fixed-bed biofilm reactors to remove contaminants from groundwater and surface water. By immobilizing different microbial communities in granular activated carbon, efficient removal of various micropollutants was achieved.
BIOPROCESS AND BIOSYSTEMS ENGINEERING
(2022)
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Engineering, Environmental
Jianxing Liang, Rongcan Chen, Jia-nan Gu, Jingdong Li, Feng Shi, Yixin Xue, Bingji Huang, Mingming Guo, Jinping Jia, Kan Li, Tonghua Sun
Summary: A sponge-like magnetic manganese ferrite (MnFe2O4-S) with a three-dimensional hierarchical porous structure was prepared, showing enlarged specific surface area and smaller macropore diameter compared to a particle-like structure (MnFe2O4-P). MnFe2O4-S exhibited higher degradation activity and lower interference from humic acid compared to MnFe2O4-P, and it was effective in treating actual wastewater.
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Francesco Izzo, Alessio Langella, Bruno de Gennaro, Chiara Germinario, Celestino Grifa, Concetta Rispoli, Mariano Mercurio
Summary: The technological performance of a chabazite-rich rock from the Campanian Ignimbrite formation in southern Italy was evaluated for the sorption and release of ibuprofen sodium salt after surface modification using chlorinated surfactants. The results showed that the maximum sorption capacities of the modified geomaterial were compatible with the concentrations of ibuprofen in wastewaters, suggesting a possible sustainable exploitation of this rock as a sorbent material.
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Chemistry, Physical
Santosh K. Verma, Kallol K. Ghosh, Rameshwari Verma, Shekhar Verma
Summary: This study investigated the enzyme kinetic activity of MJL under different conditions, showing significant influences of surfactants and salts on its catalytic activity. Hydrophilic surfactants enhance the catalytic activity, while sodium chloride and potassium chloride contribute to an increase in activity.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL KINETICS
(2021)
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Engineering, Environmental
Giada Dalla Pozza, Danielle Deardorff, Mahamud Subir
Summary: This study investigates the interaction between emerging contaminants and water surfaces as well as biological membranes. The results show that the extent of interaction is dependent on the chemical nature of the micropollutants and has an impact on the disruption of the phospholipid membrane.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-ADVANCES
(2022)
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Chemistry, Organic
I. A. Belousova, T. M. Zubareva, T. S. Gaidash, N. G. Razumova, M. K. Turovskaya, B. Panchenko, T. M. Prokop'eva, V. A. Mikhailov
Summary: The kinetics of alkaline hydrolysis of ethyl 4-nitrophenyl ethylphosphonate in micelles formed by cationic dimeric imidazolium surfactants have been studied, with the efficiency of solubilization of reactants and the nucleophilicity of hydroxide ion in the micellar microenvironment playing important roles. Dimeric surfactants show significant advantages over monomeric ones in achieving equal reaction rates at lower concentrations.
RUSSIAN JOURNAL OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Archaeology
Maria Verde, Alberto De Bonis, Francesco D'Uva, Vincenza Guarino, Francesco Izzo, Concetta Rispoli, Giovanni Borriello, Marco Giglio, Stefano Iavarone, Vincenzo Morra
Summary: This study focuses on the archaeometric investigation of ceramic wasters found in a dump in the workshop area of Cumae, assessing the provenance of raw materials and processing techniques for different ceramic classes. Most samples were locally produced, but there is also an exotic sample present.
JOURNAL OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL SCIENCE-REPORTS
(2022)
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Engineering, Environmental
Antonello Prigioniero, Daniela Zuzolo, Ulo Niinemets, Alessia Postiglione, Mariano Mercurio, Francesco Izzo, Marco Trifuoggi, Maria Toscanesi, Pierpaolo Scarano, Maria Tartaglia, Rosaria Sciarrillo, Carmine Guarino
Summary: The relationships between particulate matter (PM) and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAHs) leaf concentrations, uptake rates, and leaf surface functional traits were explored in Mediterranean evergreen trees. It was found that both plant surface morphological and chemical leaf traits influence the retention of PM and PAHs.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
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Chemistry, Physical
Danijela Smiljanic, Aleksandra Dakovic, Milena Obradovic, Milica Ozegovic, Marija Markovic, George E. Rottinghaus, Bruno de Gennaro
Summary: Modified phillipsite composites with different surfactants were prepared and characterized. The drug adsorption capacity and kinetics of the composites were studied for diclofenac sodium (DCF) removal. The influence of surfactant structure on the preparation, properties, and DCF adsorption was investigated. The results showed that the surfactant structure significantly affects DCF adsorption onto the composites.
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Francesco Izzo, Alessio Langella, Chiara Germinario, Celestino Grifa, Ettore Varricchio, Maria Chiara Di Meo, Luigi Salzano, Giuseppe Lotrecchiano, Mariano Mercurio
Summary: This study conducted a detailed mineralogical investigation of urinary stones from patients in the Campania region, finding that hydrated and anhydrous calcium oxalate were the main mineral phases. Higher percentages of oxalates and uricites were observed, possibly related to dietary and lifestyle factors. Lower percentages of phosphates and mixed stones suggest specific etiopathogenetic mechanisms, requiring proper therapeutic approaches.
Article
Archaeology
Francesco Izzo, Antonella Ciotola, Vincenza Guarino, Maria Verde, Alberto De Bonis, Chiara Germinario, Carmela Capaldi, Vincenzo Morra
Summary: This short paper provides additional details on the composition of ceramic slips used in locally produced Pompeian Red Ware (PRW) and the imported pottery known as Graue Platten (GP) through a minero-petrographic investigation. The results show that PRW samples were made using a slurry of levigated, iron-rich clay material suspended in water and fired in an oxidizing atmosphere to achieve the red hue. The dark color of the GP ceramic slip is likely due to the presence of carbon black material obtained through thermal decomposition in the absence of oxygen. These findings shed new light on the production technologies of these ancient Roman ceramic productions, but further investigation is needed to determine the origin of the clay materials used in PRW coating production in the Campania region.
JOURNAL OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL SCIENCE-REPORTS
(2023)
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Environmental Sciences
Giuseppina Forgione, Francesco Izzo, Mariano Mercurio, Domenico Cicchella, Luciana Dini, Gabriele Giancane, Marina Paolucci
Summary: In this study, the researchers examined the presence and abundance of microplastics in the gastrointestinal tract of freshwater fish in Southern Italy. They also investigated the correlation between microplastics and environmental pollutants. The results showed that microplastics were present in the fish samples, with different species and polymers identified. Additionally, a significant correlation was found between microplastics and certain pollutants, such as polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
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Polymer Science
Nancy Ferrentino, Maria Preziosa Romano, Silvia Zappavigna, Marianna Abate, Vitale Del Vecchio, Dario Romano, Chiara Germinario, Celestino Grifa, Rosanna Filosa, Daniela Pappalardo
Summary: The development of a nano-delivery system formulation of quercetin using PCL-PEG-PCL copolymers can increase its bioavailability and enhance tumor suppressing effects.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Luca Lanteri, Sara Calandra, Francesca Briani, Chiara Germinario, Francesco Izzo, Sabrina Pagano, Claudia Pelosi, Alba Patrizia Santo
Summary: This study presents the results of a 3D photogrammetric survey conducted on the apsidal conch of St. Panfilo Church in Tornimparte, Italy. A three-dimensional model of the conch was created using acquired and processed images, which could be accessed on the Sketchfab platform. Orthomosaics of the five panels and the vault were obtained from the 3D model and imported into CAD software for mapping degradation phenomena. The examination of the conch's surface revealed various degradation issues attributed to the wall painting technique and microclimate conditions.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Letizia Bonizzoni, Simone Caglio, Anna Galli, Chiara Germinario, Francesco Izzo, Donata Magrini
Summary: This paper presents the results of a noninvasive spectroscopic analysis of the mural paintings in the church of San Panfilo in Villagrande di Tornimparte, Italy. By using various spectroscopic techniques, the researchers were able to characterize the original and restoration materials, providing a comprehensive understanding of the palette and alteration products. The analytical protocol minimized the number of samples taken and resolved some ambiguities.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Humanities, Multidisciplinary
Sabrina Pagano, Giuseppina Balassone, Chiara Germinario, Celestino Grifa, Francesco Izzo, Mariano Mercurio, Priscilla Munzi, Lucia Pappalardo, Emanuela Spagnoli, Maria Verde, Alberto De Bonis
Summary: This paper presents the first archaeometric results on a selection of ancient Roman coins from a treasure found in the Roman necropolis area of ancient Cumae. A multi-analytical approach was used to investigate the chemical composition of the alloy and the state of conservation of the patina. The results show that the Roman mint used an argentiferous lead-bronze alloy and identified typical corrosion patinas due to post-depositional conditions. Adequate conservation strategies are recommended, particularly for the more aggressive patinas.
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Environmental Sciences
Elizabeth Alvarez-Chavez, Stephane Godbout, Mylene Genereux, Caroline Cote, Alain N. Rousseau, Sebastien Fournel
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of alternative filtering materials and bed aeration on the retention of nutrients and fecal bacteria in woodchip bedded stand-off pads for cows. The results showed that the alternative biofilters were more efficient in removing COD, SS, TN, and NO3-N, while conventional biofilters were more efficient for PO4-P removal. Aeration did not have a significant effect under the tested temperature conditions.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Environmental Sciences
Yike Zhang, Zengyi Ma, Zhuoting Fang, Yuandong Qian, Zhiping Huang, Yilong Ye, Jianhua Yan
Summary: This study investigates the application of oxygen enrichment melting technology in the melting of municipal solid waste incineration fly ash. The results demonstrate that oxygen enrichment technology can reduce energy consumption and operating costs, as well as decrease pollution emissions.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Environmental Sciences
Liangang Xiao, Mingkai Leng, Philip Greenwood, Rongqin Zhao, Zhixiang Xie, Zengtao You, Junguo Liu
Summary: This study investigates the effects of grazing exclusion on soil organic carbon (SOC) accumulation and vegetation recovery. It finds that grazing exclusion can increase the potential for SOC accumulation, and higher annual precipitation is positively correlated with SOC accumulation.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Environmental Sciences
Beatrice Cantoni, Jessica Ianes, Beatrice Bertolo, Selena Ziccardi, Francesco Maffini, Manuela Antonelli
Summary: This study evaluates the performance of ozonation and adsorption as in-series processes compared to standalone processes for the removal of Contaminants of Emerging Concern (CECs) in drinking water. The combination of both processes proves to be more effective than adsorption and ozonation alone. Ozonation improves the adsorption performance of poorly-oxidizable CECs but worsens that of well-oxidizable compounds. This research highlights the importance of considering both processes in the removal of CECs in drinking water treatment plants.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Dan Li, Bingjun Liu, Yang Lu, Jianyu Fu
Summary: A new Standardized compound Drought and Saltwater intrusion Index (SDSI) was developed to detect changes in the severity of CDSEs in six estuaries. The study found that saltwater intrusion plays a dominant role in influencing SDSI severity, and CDSEs vary in frequency, duration and severity among different estuaries.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Environmental Sciences
Yong-Qiang Li, Rui Sun, Chong-Miao Zhang, Zi-Xuan Liu, Rui-tao Chen, Jian Zhao, Hua-dong Gu, Huan-Cai Yin
Summary: In this study, an electron beam excitation multi-wavelength ultraviolet (EBE-MW-UV) system was established and found to have significantly higher microbial inactivation effects compared to single-wavelength UV-LEDs in water. Mechanism analysis revealed that EBE-MW-UV damaged microbial DNA and proteins, and generated additional reactive oxygen species, leading to microbial inactivation.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Environmental Sciences
Kaili Ma, Xinxin Han, Qiujuan Li, Yu Kong, Qiaoli Liu, Xu Yan, Yahong Luo, Xiaopin Li, Huiyang Wen, Zhiguo Cao
Summary: This study reveals that the use of a tryptophan-degrading microbial consortium (TDC) can enhance the hydrolysis efficiency of waste activated sludge (WAS), increasing the yield and quality of short chain fatty acids (SCFAs) and improving the solubilization and release of organic substances from WAS.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ling Xiong, Rui Li
Summary: Incorporating Ecosystem Service Value (ESV) into land use planning can provide informed land management decisions. This study evaluates the ESV of Guizhou Province in China's karst region. The results show an increase in total ESV over the past two decades due to ecological restoration projects.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Environmental Sciences
M. Geetha Jenifel
Summary: This article discusses the importance of water and the pollution of freshwater resources, and introduces the use of machine learning models and blockchain technology to predict and protect water quality.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Stanslaus Terengia Materu, Taotao Chen, Chang Liu, Daocai Chi, Meng Jun
Summary: The study showed that H2SO4-modified biochar can reduce P leaching, increase soil available P, and enhance plant P uptake in alternate wetting and drying irrigation systems. Biochar additions B20A and IAWDB20A-M were effective in improving yield, reducing P leaching, and increasing APB.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Environmental Sciences
Amir Nouri, Ali Akbar Zinatizadeh, Sirus Zinadini, Mark Van Loosdrecht
Summary: This study focuses on the development of an air-lift bio-electrochemical reactor (ALBER) with a continuous feeding regime to enhance nitrogen removal from synthetic wastewater. The effect of temperature, hydraulic retention time (HRT), N -NH+4 /TN ratio, and current density on the reactor performance was investigated, and the ALBER achieved a maximum TN removal of 73%. The results suggest that the ALBER has potential for treating industrial wastewater at low temperatures.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Peifang Wang, Guoxiang You, Yang Gao, Juan Chen, Xun Wang, Chao Wang
Summary: This study investigated the ecological processes of microbial communities and N- and P-transformation processes in multistage agricultural drainage ditches. The results showed that the microbial communities were co-shaped by agricultural practices and ditch size, which further governed the N and P removal performance.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiaofeng Niu, Huan Wang, Tao Wang, Peiyu Zhang, Huan Zhang, Hongxia Wang, Xianghong Kong, Songguang Xie, Jun Xu
Summary: Microorganisms play a critical role in maintaining ecosystem balance, and environmental stressors can affect the assembly processes of microbial communities. The study found that different stressors have opposite effects on microbial community assembly in water and sediment, and warming has different influences compared to herbicides and nutrients.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Environmental Sciences
Yuqing Tan, Qiming Cheng, Fengwei Lyu, Fei Liu, Linhao Liu, Yihong Su, Shaochun Yuan, Wenyu Xiao, Zhen Liu, Yao Chen
Summary: The exacerbation of global warming, extreme weather events, and rapid urbanization have led to increased flooding in urban areas. China has adopted sponge city as an efficient means of preventing and controlling urban floods. Using a SWMM-FVCOM model, the hydrological reduction and control effect of sponge city construction (SPCC) within a university campus were evaluated. The study found that implementing SPCC effectively mitigates surface runoff and reduces the severity of urban flooding. However, the efficacy of runoff control decreases with longer rainfall return periods.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
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Environmental Sciences
Zhonghan Chen, Qiuyan Li, Shibo Yan, Juan Xu, Qiaoyun Lin, Zhuangming Zhao, Ziying He
Summary: Tidal rivers are important biochemical reaction channels, receiving carbon from wastewater and agricultural drains, affecting CO2 emissions. Through modeling and data analysis, researchers explored carbon distribution, emissions, and greenhouse effects, emphasizing the potential of river management to change global CO2 emissions under climate change.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
