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Environmental Sciences
Ana Caroline Miron, Talita Godinho Bezerra, Rodrigo Geroni Mendes Nascimento, Fabiano Emmert, Reginaldo Sergio Pereira, Niro Higuchi
Summary: The study evaluated the spatial distribution patterns of six tree species and analyzed the relationship between topography and population densities and stem size. Results showed that different species exhibit variations in density and tree size based on topography-related variables, indicating species may be spatially sensitive to habitat variability in the study area. The findings suggest that spatial distribution should be considered for logging planning decisions and that topographic variations have implications for timber yield variations in the area.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Review
Ecology
Hannah J. J. White, Caroline M. M. McKeon, Robin J. J. Pakeman, Yvonne M. M. Buckley
Summary: This study provides a synthesis of research on the contribution of geographic rarity to the spatial distribution of biodiversity. It finds that widespread species tend to contribute more to biodiversity, but there are discrepancies between studies. Further research should consider multiple biodiversity components and the influence of spatial scale to better understand the underlying processes that shape spatial variation of biodiversity.
GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND BIOGEOGRAPHY
(2023)
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Li Li, Jing Sun, Huijun Wang, Yifei Ouyang, Jiguo Zhang, Tiantong Li, Yanli Wei, Weiyi Gong, Xuefei Zhou, Bing Zhang
Summary: Limited knowledge exists on trends in niacin consumption and the prevalence of inadequate intakes in China. Understanding trends and the spatial distribution of the prevalence of inadequate niacin intake is crucial to identifying high-risk areas and sub-populations. The dietary intakes of niacin between 1991 and 2018 were analyzed using the China Health and Nutrition Survey (CHNS) data. The estimated average requirement cut point was applied to estimate inadequacy. The geographic information system's ordinary kriging method was used to estimate the spatial distribution of the prevalence of inadequate niacin intakes. However, between 1991 and 2018, the prevalence of inadequate niacin intake increased from 13.00% to 28.40% in females and from 17.75% to 29.46% in males. Additionally, the geographically significant clusters of high and low prevalence were identified and remained stable over almost three decades. The high prevalence of insufficient niacin intake was more pronounced in Henan and Shandong over 27 years. Further, effective and tailored nutrition interventions are required to address inadequate niacin intake in China.
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Environmental Sciences
Jun He, Yubin Hong, Lingjun Kong, Zeng Dan, Xuebin Lv, Guanyi Chen, Oujun Tang, Diyun Chen
Summary: This study uses GIS technology to map the potential energy distribution of MSW in Lhasa City, finding that urban areas have higher energy potential suitable for centralized utilization, while suburban areas have lower energy potential suitable for decentralized processing. Additionally, the separation of food waste can improve energy utilization efficiency.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tian Ma, Dong Jiang, Gongsang Quzhen, Chuizhao Xue, Shuai Han, Weiping Wu, Canjun Zheng, Fangyu Ding
Summary: The study analyzed the spatial distribution and clustering of cystic echinococcosis (CE) prevalence in Tibet, revealing associations with annual average precipitation, elevation, water accessibility, and animal population. This provides insights for understanding the current situation of and factors influencing CE in Tibet, aiding in the development of disease prevention and control strategies by public health authorities.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Veronica Gonzalez-Iglesias, Isabel Martinez-Perez, Valentin Rodriguez Suarez, Ana Fernandez-Somoano
Summary: Asturias is one of the communities in Spain with the highest rates of hospital admission for asthma, and environmental pollution and people's lifestyle are some of the contributing factors. The aim of this study was to analyze the spatial distribution and patterns of asthma admissions risks in the central municipalities of Asturias.
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Environmental Sciences
Sakir Fural, Serkan Kukrer, Isa Curebal, Dilek Aykir
Summary: The study identified high ecological risk in the surface sediments of Atikhisar dam in NW Turkey, primarily influenced by elements such as Hg, Pb, Tl, Cd, and As. Hg and Cd exhibited extremely high ecological risks, while TI and As showed significant risks, and Pb showed a medium risk. Anthropogenic activities led to enrichment of elements such as Hg, Pb, Tl, Cd, and As.
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Richard J. Camp, David L. Miller, Stephen T. Buckland, Steve J. Kendall
Summary: Birds often have specific habitat requirements, which can lead to complex study areas with changing boundaries. Spatial models, such as the soap film smoother, are needed to respect these boundaries and make informed decisions for species conservation and management. The soap film smoother predicted different densities in different parts of the study area, with higher densities along the boundary where suitable habitat was adjacent.
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zhiqiang Xie, Fengshan Jiang, Jiarui Xu, Zhengang Zhai, Jianglong He, Daoyang Zheng, Junyu Lian, Zhiqun Hou, Lei Zhao, Yanxia Wang, Yuyun Feng
Summary: In recent years, there have been frequent disasters and accidents in the underground pipeline system of Chinese cities, posing a continuous threat to public safety and urban operations. This article analyzes the spatial and temporal distribution of major underground pipeline disasters in different provinces of China in 2021 and develops a causal analysis model for these accidents. The study finds a negative correlation between the urban underground pipeline accident rate and indicators such as per capita GDP and pipeline density in the built-up area. Regression analysis shows that increasing per capita GDP and pipeline density can lead to a decrease in the underground pipeline accident rate.
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Business
Upekha Atupola, Nuwan Gunarathne
Summary: Plantation companies in the tea industry are facing increasing pressures to conserve biodiversity due to regulations and stakeholder demands. This study explores the institutional factors influencing corporate biodiversity management in Sri Lankan tea plantation companies and how these influences translate into organizational practices.
BUSINESS STRATEGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
M-S Tixier, M. Douin, I Lopes, A. Migeon, A. Fossoud, M. Navajas
Summary: The present study characterized the genetic variability of Amblyseius swirskii and found that except for one population from Cape Verde, all other populations were not differentiated from the commercial ones. Amblyseius swirskii is widely distributed primarily in the eastern Mediterranean basin and Africa, and can be found on multiple plant families.
BIOLOGICAL CONTROL
(2022)
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Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Xiaolong Luo, Dimitrios Tzioutzios, Zhijun Tong, Ana Maria Cruz
Summary: Natech events, technological accidents triggered by natural hazards, pose significant risks to health, environment, and economy. However, there is currently limited effort and tools to collect and analyze historical Natech event data. This study proposes and develops a web-based GIS tool, Find-Natech, to address this gap and support risk management and reduction strategies.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Igoor Morro-Mello, Antonio Padilha-Feltirn, Joel D. Melo, Fabian Heymann
Summary: This paper presents a methodology to assist electricity distribution companies in identifying candidate connection points for fast charging stations to reduce new installations and network reinforcement investments. The methodology analyzes possible connection points with graph theory to find the least costly connection, and evaluates the operational limits of the electric distribution network after fast-charging stations have been connected.
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Computer Science, Information Systems
Driss En-Nejjary, Francois Pinet, Myoung-Ah Kang
Summary: Traditional computing frameworks are not suitable for handling the growing size of spatial data. This paper presents a high-performance query method for massive spatio-temporal data, utilizing parallel primitives and pure CUDA for faster execution.
ISPRS INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GEO-INFORMATION
(2021)
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Energy & Fuels
Pattaraanong Kongchouy, Warunee Tia, Adisak Nathakaranakule, Somchart Soponronnarit
Summary: This study assessed the utilization potential of biomass residues for grid-connected power generation in Thailand by analyzing the spatial distribution and seasonal variation of biomass residues, estimating the levelized costs of electricity in various scenarios. The results showed that biomass residues have great potential for power generation and greenhouse gas emissions reduction.
BIOENERGY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Diego I. Murguia, Kathrin Boehling
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2013)
Article
Environmental Studies
Michael Tost, Diego Murguia, Michael Hitch, Stephan Lutter, Sebastian Luckeneder, Susanne Feiel, Peter Moser
EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIES AND SOCIETY-AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL
(2020)
Article
Business
Kathrin Boehling, Diego I. Murguia, Julieta Godfrid
BUSINESS & SOCIETY
(2019)
Article
Mineralogy
Krzysztof Galos, Guenter Tiess, Aiacja Kot-Niewiadomskai, Diego Murguia, Blazena Wertichova
GOSPODARKA SUROWCAMI MINERALNYMI-MINERAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
(2018)
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)