Article
Environmental Sciences
Rana Roy, Avelino Nunez-Delgado, Jinxin Wang, Md Abdul Kader, Tanwne Sarker, Ahmed Khairul Hasan, Turgay Dindaroglu
Summary: Surface mining alters the ecosystem, but appropriate revegetation techniques can improve degraded land. This study investigated the effects of water and cattle manure compost and wood biochar on Onobrychis viciifolia. The results showed that moderate-to-high doses of these variables enhanced plant growth, photosynthesis, and soil properties.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Thi-Lan-Huong Hoang, Dong-Cheol Jang, Quang-Tin Nguyen, Won-Ho Na, Il-Seop Kim, Ngoc-Thang Vu
Summary: The study found that under water stress conditions, application of oak-wood biochar at concentrations of 15 to 20 tons ha(-1) in the soil can increase the growth and physiological characteristics of Ehretia asperula plants, enhancing the plants' tolerance to drought.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
Article
Soil Science
Lauren Hale, Daniel Curtis, Muhammad Azeem, Jonathan Montgomery, David E. Crowley, Milton E. Jr Jr McGiffen
Summary: The study found that compared to unamended soils, compost-amended soils showed greater changes under both full and deficit irrigation conditions, with significantly increased microbial biomass and taxa associated with plant growth promotion and carbon cycling. Unamended soils had more divergent responses to deficit irrigation.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Dounia Fetjah, Lalla Fatima Zohra Ainlhout, Zaina Idardare, Bouchaib Ihssane, Laila Bouqbis
Summary: This study investigated the effects of pyrolyzed agricultural waste generated from banana leaves on the development and physiological responses of Paspalum vaginatum in different water conditions. XRD and FTIR computations were used to analyze the banana-waste biochar and determine its crystalline structure and functional groups. The results showed that the combination of biochar and compost had a positive effect on the relative water content of the plants. Under well-watered conditions, photosynthesis, biomass, fluorescence, and chlorophyll content increased, while they decreased under limited-water conditions. Stomatal density showed an opposite trend in drought-stricken plants.
Article
Agronomy
Nataliya Orlova, Elena Orlova, Evgeny Abakumov, Kseniia Smirnova, Serafim Chukov
Summary: The investigation of the mechanisms organic matter transformation in compost organic fertilizers is an urgent task of modern soil ecology and soil chemistry. The study found that the mechanism of converting newly formed humic acids (HAs) into more resistant forms varies depending on whether calcium carbonate or biochar is present. Calcium carbonate causes a physicochemical rearrangement of newly formed HAs, while biochar intensifies humification processes and increases the degree of aromatization. Understanding the formation and transformation mechanisms of HAs at the early stages of humification can help optimize methods for obtaining organic fertilizers.
Article
Agronomy
Martin K-F Bader, Daniel Scherrer, Roman Zweifel, Christian Koerner
Summary: Tree species differ in their physiological responses to drought, with ring-porous tree species exhibiting stronger stomatal control over sap flow and greater drought tolerance.
AGRICULTURAL AND FOREST METEOROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Charlotte Vedere, Manhattan Lebrun, Philippe Biron, Severine Planchais, Marianne Bordenave-Jacquemin, Nicolas Honvault, Stephane Firmin, Arnould Savoure, David Houben, Cornelia Rumpel
Summary: This study investigates the effect of organic amendments on alleviating plant water-stress, finding that the application of biochar-compost mixtures can reduce the impact of water-stress on plants, particularly when the mixtures have aged over time.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Giuseppina Iacomino, Tushar C. Sarker, Francesca Ippolito, Giuliano Bonanomi, Francesco Vinale, Alessia Staropoli, Mohamed Idbella
Summary: This study compared the application of biochar, compost, and their mixtures on soil fertility and crop yields using volcanic Mediterranean soil. Results showed that the effects of organic amendments on crop yields were variable and influenced by soil chemistry.
Review
Agronomy
Naseer Ullah, Allah Ditta, Muhammad Imtiaz, Xiaomin Li, Amin Ullah Jan, Sajid Mehmood, Muhammad Shahid Rizwan, Muhammad Rizwan
Summary: According to research, compost, biochar, and plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria can collaborate to alleviate drought stress and enhance plant growth and productivity. Compost and biochar improve soil conditions, while plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria help increase plants' resistance to drought.
JOURNAL OF AGRONOMY AND CROP SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Shaofei Wang, Min Yang, Xiaodong Gao, Qi Hu, Juanjuan Song, Nanfang Ma, Xiaolin Song, Kadambot H. M. Siddique, Pute Wu, Xining Zhao
Summary: Dryland revegetation can mitigate land degradation and increase vegetation coverage and carbon sinks, but it may also decrease soil water storage. This study investigated the impact of different vegetation types and precipitation on soil organic carbon (SOC) sequestration and soil water storage (SWS) in deep soils. The results showed that woodland had the highest SOC sequestration efficiency but also caused the most severe soil water deficit, while shrubland had lower water deficit and higher SOC sequestration effect than grassland. These findings provide insights into the potential of dryland revegetation and can guide vegetation restoration efforts in different regions.
AGRICULTURE ECOSYSTEMS & ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Forestry
Marcel Carvalho Abreu, Alvaro Augusto Vieira Soares, Cleverson Henrique de Freitas, Fabrina Bolzan Martins
Summary: The regulation of plant transpiration plays a crucial role in the transpiration efficiency, growth, and adaptation of Eucalyptus species to limited water availability. This study found that Eucalyptus seedlings exhibit water-conserving mechanisms such as rapid stomatal closure, reduced leaf area, and number of leaves under progressive soil water deficits. The influence of vapor pressure deficit on transpiration rates and growth was also investigated, with little or no changes detected.
JOURNAL OF FORESTRY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Thomas F. Ducey, Jeffrey M. Novak, Gilbert C. Sigua, James A. Ippolito, Hannah C. Rushmiller, Donald W. Watts, Kristin M. Trippe, Kurt A. Spokas, Kenneth C. Stone, Mark G. Johnson
Summary: The study focused on improving mine-impacted soil using poultry litter biochar and compost. Results showed that applying poultry litter biochar at 5% significantly reduced bioavailable Cd and Zn concentrations in the soil, while beef cattle manure biochar applied at 2.5% with 5% compost increased above-ground biomass yields.
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Sinazo Ajibade, Ebenezer C. Nnadozie, Chuleemas Boonthai Iwai, Suresh Ghotekar, Soon Woong Chang, Balasubramani Ravindran, Mukesh Kumar Awasthi
Summary: The co-application of biochar compost as an organic amendment has positive effects on plant growth and soil quality improvement, promoting food availability and distribution, planetary conservation, poverty alleviation, and the achievement of Sustainable Millennium Development Goals. A bibliometric analysis of research on biochar compost from 2011 to 2021 revealed a significant increase in publications, with China being the most productive country in this field. Current hotspot research focuses on the effects of biochar-compost mixture and co-composted biochar on soil remediation. Incorporating biochar and compost in soil reduces pollutant uptake by plants and increases essential nutrients for plant and soil productivity.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Hassan El Moussaoui, Laila Bouqbis
Summary: This study evaluates the effects of biochar and bio-compost on the initial growth of argan trees through a pot experiment. The results show that under certain treatment conditions, the growth parameters of the trees are significantly improved. However, different treatment methods have their own advantages and disadvantages in influencing the growth of argan trees.
Article
Agronomy
Marie-Liesse Aubertin, Cyril Girardin, Sabine Houot, Cecile Nobile, David Houben, Sarah Bena, Yann Le Brech, Cornelia Rumpel
Summary: Adding biochar to compost as a soil amendment is increasingly popular, but little is known about the evolution of material properties of biochar-compost mixtures after exposure to physical weathering. This study found that biochar-compost interactions can reduce mass loss and retain fixed carbon, leading to positive effects on plant growth. As weathering progresses, carbon mineralization of biochar-compost mixtures increases, potentially benefiting plant growth.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Turgay Dindaroglu, Vesna Tunguz, Emre Babur, Oleksandr Menshov, Martin Leonardo Battaglia
Summary: This study investigated the relationship between the Compound Topographic Index (CTI) model and soil properties, and found a strong correlation between CTI and soil moisture content, making it applicable in the planning of reclamation processes for degraded karst ecosystems.
PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
O. S. Uslu, E. Babur, M. L. Battaglia, E. Turkkaya, M. F. Seleiman, R. Roy, T. Dindaroglu
Summary: The study shows that applying gyttja to rangelands can increase hay yield, crude protein yield, grazing capacity, relative feed value, and digestible dry matter yield while reducing fiber content. Specifically, S40 gyttja application significantly improves hay yield, crude protein yield, relative feed value, and digestible dry matter yield.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Editorial Material
Environmental Sciences
Daniel Arenas-Lago, Marco Race, Zhien Zhang, Avelino Nunez-Delgado
Summary: In this Virtual Special Issue, the Editors emphasized the importance of studying emerging pollutants and finding effective removal methods. They invited researchers to submit manuscripts focusing on sorbent materials and nanoparticle-based systems. In total, 83 submissions were received and 40 high-quality works were accepted, contributing valuable results to the scientific community and society.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Editorial Material
Chemistry, Physical
Avelino Nunez-Delgado, Zhien Zhang, Elza Bontempi, Mario Coccia, Marco Race, Yaoyu Zhou
Editorial Material
Engineering, Chemical
Avelino Nunez Delgado
Article
Soil Science
Vanesa Santas-Miguel, Laura Rodriguez-Gonzalez, Avelino Nunez-Delgado, Esperanza Alvarez-Rodriguez, Montserrat Diaz-Ravina, Manuel Arias-Estevez, David Fernandez-Calvino
Summary: A laboratory study was conducted to evaluate the tolerance of soil bacterial communities to Ni and Zn, as well as their co-tolerance to tetracycline antibiotics. The results showed that Zn was more toxic than Ni in uncontaminated soil samples. Tolerance to Ni increased with higher Ni concentrations and carbon content, while tolerance to Zn increased regardless of carbon content. Co-tolerance to tetracycline antibiotics varied depending on the heavy metal tested, with different concentration thresholds for Ni and Zn. These findings are important for understanding the environmental impact of simultaneous exposure to heavy metals and antibiotics.
SPANISH JOURNAL OF SOIL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Avelino Nunez-Delgado, Esperanza Alvarez-Rodriguez, Maria J. Fernandez-Sanjurjo, Manuel Arias-Estevez, David Fernandez-Calvino, M. Victoria Lopez-Ramon, Manuel Sanchez-Polo
Summary: In this mini-review, the authors discuss selected papers that focus on the use of low-cost materials for preventing or remediating soil and water pollution. Through searching tools such as Scopus, Web of Sciences, and Google Scholar, the authors identified relevant publications from 2021 and 2022 and gathered information on the papers' details, including research locations and citation numbers. This research field is gaining attention and generating valuable data on low-cost materials, both in their raw form and through cost-effective modifications, as alternatives to address environmental pollution.
CURRENT OPINION IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Laura Rodriguez-Gonzalez, Avelino Nunez-Delgado, Esperanza Alvarez-Rodriguez, Montserrat Diaz-Ravina, Manuel Arias-Estevez, David Fernandez-Calvino, Vanesa Santas-Miguel
Summary: This study investigated the effects of different bioadsorbents on the toxicity of antibiotics to bacterial communities in the soil. It was found that the bioadsorbents had different effects on the toxicity of antibiotics from different families. Selecting appropriate bioadsorbents and doses can help prevent/reduce environmental pollution caused by antibiotics.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Editorial Material
Soil Science
Avelino Nunez-Delgado, Xose Lois Otero-Perez, Esperanza Alvarez-Rodriguez
SPANISH JOURNAL OF SOIL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Waqas Ahmed, Sajid Mehmood, Mohsin Mahmood, Sehrish Ali, Avelino Nunez-Delgado, Weidong Li
Summary: This study evaluated the impacts of different biochars on the distribution, phytoavailability, and bioavailability of phosphorus (P), lead (Pb), and arsenic (As) in a contaminated soil, as well as their effects on maize growth. The results showed that hydroxyapatite modified biochar (HAP-BC) increased soil P availability and reduced plant uptake of Pb and As. HAP-BC can be used as an effective soil amendment to improve P acquisition and immobilize Pb and As in the soil-plant system.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lucia Rodriguez-Lopez, Vanesa Santas-Miguel, Raquel Cela-Dablanca, Avelino Nunez-Delgado, Esperanza Alvarez-Rodriguez, Andres Rodriguez-Seijo, Manuel Arias-Estevez
Summary: Antibiotics pollution is a growing concern in the environment, with high levels of these compounds being found in soil, water, and sediments. This study investigates the adsorption/desorption processes of the macrolide antibiotic clarithromycin (CLA) in different agricultural soils, highlighting the influence of various soil characteristics. The results show varying levels of CLA adsorption, with the silt fraction content and exchangeable Ca content having the strongest influence. Desorption was found to be lower than adsorption, with factors such as total nitrogen, organic carbon, and exchangeable Ca and Mg contents influencing the process. pH values did not significantly impact the adsorption/desorption process. These findings can be used to develop effective strategies to mitigate the presence of antibiotics in the environment.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ainoa Miguez-Gonzalez, Raquel Cela-Dablanca, Ana Barreiro, Lucia Rodriguez-Lopez, Andres Rodriguez-Seijo, Manuel Arias-Estevez, Avelino Nunez-Delgado, Maria J. Fernandez-Sanjurjo, Ventura Castillo-Ramos, Esperanza Alvarez-Rodriguez
Summary: High levels of antibiotic consumption in both human and veterinary populations can lead to the entry of antibiotics into the food chain and/or water bodies, posing a risk to living organisms' health. In this study, three materials from forestry and agro-food industries were investigated as potential bio-adsorbents for retaining antibiotics. The results showed high adsorption capacities for the antibiotics tested, with oak ash and pine bark showing particularly strong affinity for specific antibiotics. The findings are crucial for utilizing these adsorbents to prevent water contamination and preserve environmental quality.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Raquel Cela-Dablanca, Ainoa Miguez-Gonzalez, Ana Barreiro, Lucia Rodriguez-Lopez, Manuel Arias-Estevez, Avelino Nunez-Delgado, Maria J. Fernandez-Sanjurjo, Ventura Castillo-Ramos, Esperanza Alvarez-Rodriguez
Summary: This study investigates the competitive adsorption dynamics of amoxicillin (AMX) and ciprofloxacin (CIP) on agricultural soils and bio-adsorbents. CIP consistently demonstrates higher adsorption than AMX, particularly at higher concentrations. Bio-adsorbents, especially pine bark and oak ash, exhibit superior adsorption capacities compared to soils. Some soils display enhanced adsorption and retention of both antibiotics simultaneously, aligning with the cooperative adsorption model.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lucia Rodriguez-Lopez, Vanesa Santas-Miguel, Raquel Cela-Dablanca, Paula Perez-Rodriguez, Avelino Nunez-Delgado, Esperanza Alvarez-Rodriguez, Andres Rodriguez-Seijo, Manuel Arias-Estevez
Summary: This study investigated the adsorption and release of three antibiotics on pine and oak bark materials, as well as the influence of pH on these processes. The results showed that both bio-adsorbents exhibited satisfactory performance in removing antibiotics, contributing to the reduction of environmental pollution risks.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)