Review
Microbiology
Abdul Basit, Syed Tanveer Shah, Izhar Ullah, Sidra Tul Muntha, Heba I. Mohamed
Summary: Phytoremediation is an eco-friendly practice that utilizes green plants to combat and clean up stressed environments. The overuse of synthetic fertilizers in agriculture has led to serious health issues and environmental damage, making biofertilizers a potential alternative for improving plant growth. Microorganisms play a key role in various functions like phosphate solubilization, nitrogen fixation, and pollution management, and modern omics technologies are being used to study their ecology and their role in environmental monitoring and bioremediation.
ARCHIVES OF MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lianghe Lv, Lina Sun, Chunli Yuan, Yue Han, Zhaohui Huang
Summary: This study investigated the effects of rhamnolipid (RL), nano zero-valent iron (nZVI), and anthraquinone-2,6-disulfonic acid (AQDS) on the degradation of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in soil. The results showed that the treatment of 5 mg& BULL;kg？1 RL + 1% nZVI + 0.2 mmol& BULL;kg？1 AQDS had the highest degradation rate. High-throughput sequencing analysis revealed the dominant microbial species involved in anaerobic and aerobic degradation of PAHs. The activities of methyltransferase, dehydrogenase, and catechol 1,2-dioxygenase were consistent with the degradation process of PAHs.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tingting Zang, Haizhen Wu, Yuxiu Zhang, Chaohai Wei
Summary: The study showed that the biosurfactant-producing bacteria Pseudomonas aeruginosa S5 can significantly increase the degradation of PAHs and reduce the human toxicity. High molecular weight PAHs degrade at a slower rate, indicating the potential utility of bioaugmentation with biosurfactant-producing strains in remediating PAHs-polluted sites.
WATER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Victor Chaplygin, Tamara Dudnikova, Saglara Mandzhieva, Tatiana Minkina, Anatoly Barakhov, Dina Nevidomskaya, Vishnu Rajput, Yuri Litvinov, Marina Burachevskaya, Natalia Chernikova, Olga Nazarenko, Andrey Barbashev, Svetlana Sushkova
Summary: Based on 10 years of environmental monitoring, the study examined the regularities of heavy metals and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in agricultural landscapes and their accumulation in Triticum aestivum. The prevailing wind direction and atmospheric transfer were found to be significant factors for pollutants accumulation. As the content of pollutants in soil increased, their accumulation in Triticum aestivum exceeded maximum permissible concentrations (MPC), particularly for Pb, Cd, and BaP. The influx of pollutants into the plant was only significant for Mn, Cr, and BaP, while others were mainly accumulated through foliar influx. Triticum aestivum showed higher tolerance to heavy metals pollution compared to PAHs.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nicolas Latorre-Padilla, Andres Meynard, Jorge Rivas, Loretto Contreras-Porcia
Summary: This study analyzed the potential transfer of pollutants to the herbivore Tetrapygus niger through diet in an industrialized coastal zone in Central Chile, revealing higher concentrations of PAHs and heavy metals in Caleta Horcon compared to a low industrial impact zone. The study also showed that Caleta Horcon is highly contaminated with metals, with higher concentrations present in both algae and sea urchins. Additionally, bioconcentration and trophic transfer factors in Caleta Horcon were found to exceed those in the control site Algarrobo by one or two orders of magnitude.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yizhong Li, Shuyu Guo, Yunting Zheng, Junxia Yu, Ruan Chi, Chunqiao Xiao
Summary: This study investigated the bioimmobilization mechanism of lead (Pb) contamination in phosphate mining wasteland using a strain of phosphate-solubilizing bacteria (PSB) isolated from the wasteland. The study found that the PSB strain effectively immobilized Pb in soil through changes in functional groups and the formation of lead phosphate sediments. Metagenomic analysis revealed changes in microbial community structure and activation of functional genes related to metal metabolism, carbohydrate metabolism, and amino acid metabolism, which contributed to the immobilization of soil Pb contamination.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yan Wen, Xiaoyi Xu, Bin Wang, Zhimin He, Jing Bai, Xiaobin Chen, Jiahao Cui, Xiaofang Xu
Summary: This study investigated the biodegradation of PAHs in soil washing solution using native mixed bacteria embedded in PVA-SA-ALNPs gel beads. The optimal dosage of immobilized beads and embedded biomass, as well as the porous structure of the beads, were determined. Results showed that the immobilized mixed bacteria had a higher efficiency in degrading PAHs compared to individual immobilized strains, with potential for PAHs remediation.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiaoli Dai, Jing Lv, Shaohui Guo, Wenxia Wei
Summary: A bacterial consortium DL-1314 was constructed to degrade heavy oil efficiently, with the ability to degrade a high percentage of saturated and aromatic hydrocarbons. The consortium showed potential for application in addressing environmental contamination from heavy oil.
POLISH JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mohamed A. Ganzoury, Saloumeh Ghasemian, Nan Zhang, Matt Yagar, Charles-Francois De Lannoy
Summary: The study investigated the use of an electrochemical oxidation-in-situ coagulation (ECO-IC) process for efficient treatment of mixed industrial wastewater contaminated with heavy metals and organic pollutants. The process successfully degraded organic contaminants and precipitated heavy metals in the solution. ECO-IC shows promise as an effective pre-treatment method for coagulating heavy metals in real industrial wastewaters.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rule Zhao, Liuhui Huang, Xin Peng, Lingjia Fan, Shuofu Chen, Pufeng Qin, Jiachao Zhang, Anwei Chen, Hongli Huang
Summary: Chelating agents are used to improve the uptake of heavy metals by plants and increase phytoextraction efficiency. Compound activators, such as a fruit peel-based activator (OG), have been widely applied in recent years. This study investigated the effects of OG combined with phosphate-solubilizing bacteria (AP) on the phytoextraction of Cd from farmland soil by ryegrass. The results showed that the optimal combination of OG and AP improved the growth of ryegrass and enhanced the phytoextraction of Cd. Total soil nitrogen and pH were found to have the greatest influence on phytoextraction. The findings suggest that the application of the fruit peel-based activator and phosphate-solubilizing bacteria can effectively enhance phytoextraction of Cd from contaminated soils.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sasan Jahanshahi, Leila Badiefar, Mahvash Khodabandeh, Mohammad Ali Heidarnia, Bagher Yakhchali
Summary: A novel indigenous halotolerant strain, Pseudomonas sp, isolated from petrochemical wastewater in Iran, showed high potential for bisphenol A (BPA) biodegradation. This strain could efficiently degrade BPA at optimal temperature and pH conditions, and also degrade phenol and BPA in salty petrochemical wastewater. Analysis of intermediate metabolites during BPA degradation revealed a possible degradation pathway. Genetic analysis identified the strain as Pseudomonas pseudoalcaligenes.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mukhtiar Ali, Xin Song, Da Ding, Qing Wang, Zhuanxia Zhang, Zhiwen Tang
Summary: This paper provides an in-depth review of the bioremediation of co-contaminated PAHs and heavy metals, examining their sources, transport, and the mechanisms and challenges of bioremediation under co-contaminated conditions. The paper also presents emerging strategies to overcome bioavailability problems and improve the effectiveness of bioremediation.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xin Qi, Jialei Gou, Xiaoming Chen, Shiqi Xiao, Imran Ali, Ran Shang, Dan Wang, Yuewen Wu, Mengwei Han, Xuegang Luo
Summary: The research demonstrated the positive effects of biochar pyrolyzed from various materials on soil properties and microbial activities, with corn stalk biochar showing the best improvement. Mixed bacteria MB9 composed of three strains effectively adsorbed U and Cd, and two types of MB9-loaded biochar demonstrated superior immobilization performance. These findings offer a feasible and cost-effective solution for remediating heavy metal contamination in farmland soil.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Cheng Peng, Xuan Zhao, Xiaowen Ji, Jinhong Wu, Weiyu Liang, Huihui Song, Wei Zhang, Xuedong Wang
Summary: This study investigated the effectiveness and mechanism of mixed bacteria in treating Pb, Cd, and As complex contaminated soil. The optimal medium and conditions were determined, and the mixed bacteria were used to treat the contaminated soil. The results showed that the remediation mechanism involved in adsorption, biomineralization, and oxidation by mixed bacteria.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ying Lv, Chuiyun Tang, Xingyu Liu, Bowei Chen, Mingjiang Zhang, Xiao Yan, Xuewu Hu, Susu Chen, Xuezhe Zhu
Summary: A highly efficient phosphate-solubilizing bacteria (PSB) was isolated from uranium tailings, and the carbon and nitrogen sources for mixed culture with sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB) were optimized. The study found that glucose + sodium lactate as carbon source and ammonium nitrate + ammonium sulfate as nitrogen source effectively promoted the functional expression of SRB-PSB. The concentration of PO43- in the culture system reached 107.27 mg center dot L-1, and the sulfate reduction rate was 81.72%. The study also revealed the effectiveness of bioremediation in the harmless treatment of U tailings.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kartik Dhar, Anithadevi Kenday Sivaram, Logeshwaran Panneerselvan, Kadiyala Venkateswarlu, Mallavarapu Megharaj
Summary: This study evaluated the biodegradation of dimethylformamide (DMF) and bioremediation of laboratory wastewater (LWW) co-contaminated with poly-cyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) by a methylotrophic enrichment culture. The culture efficiently degraded high concentrations of DMF and removed DMF, phenanthrene, pyrene, and BaP in the LWW. The efficacy of bioremediation was further confirmed through genotoxicity assays and oxidative stress assays.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Anwar Ul Haq Khan, Ravi Naidu, Raja Dharmarajan, Cheng Fang, Hokyong Shon, Zhaomin Dong, Yanju Liu
Summary: This review focuses on the occurrence and interactions of engineered nanoparticles (ENPs) and brominated flame retardants (BFRs) in water systems, as well as the formation of complex compounds in the environment. It summarizes the release of ENPs and BFRs, their key interaction mechanisms, and their influence on the behavior and toxic effects of PBDEs. The study highlights the distinct behavior of mixed compounds (ENPs-BFRs) and emphasizes the importance of understanding the interactions in comprehensive risk assessments.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Islam Md Meftaul, Kadiyala Venkateswarlu, Aney Parven, Prasath Annamalai, Mallavarapu Megharaj
Summary: This study investigated the potential health risks of pesticide residues in lettuce and spinach grown in urban backyard soils. The findings suggest that pesticide residues may pose potential acute and chronic health hazards to humans.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yunlong Luo, Ravi Naidu, Cheng Fang
Summary: Raman imaging can directly visualize the adsorption of perchlorate and allow real-time monitoring due to the low Raman activity and minimal interference of water. The enhancement of perchlorate's Raman signal on porous silver enables the monitoring of low-level adsorption.
Review
Fisheries
Nepheronia Jumalon Ogburn, Luchun Duan, Suresh Ramraj Subashchandrabose, Patrick Sorgeloos, Wayne O'Connor, Mallavarapu Megharaj, Ravi Naidu
Summary: Aquaculture, as one of the fastest growing food industry sectors, is facing sustainability challenges due to increasing global population and protein demand. The use of agricultural waste to produce Artemia, a kind of aquatic species, provides an environmentally sustainable solution for supporting aquaculture demand.
REVIEWS IN AQUACULTURE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Al Amin, Yunlong Luo, Annette Nolan, Megharaj Mallavarapu, Ravi Naidu, Cheng Fang
Summary: This study investigates the degradation and conversion of PFAS in contaminated soil during the firefighting process by exposing the soil sample to high temperatures. The research finds that PFAS precursors, non-C-F bonded PFAS, PFCA, and PFSA can all be degraded under high temperature conditions. A 2D Gaussian surface is used to fit the concentration dependence of PFAS on temperature and time, providing a visual representation of the complex thermal kinetic process. This study offers a simple approach for monitoring and optimizing the thermal treatment of PFAS-contaminated soil.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yantao Li, Rahat Shabir, Mehran Rezaei Rashti, Mallavarapu Megharaj, Chengrong Chen
Summary: This research explored the potential of four cow manure compost (CMC)-based products as a rhizobial carrier. The product with 50% gypsum showed better physicochemical characteristics and the highest strain survival rate in soil. This study demonstrated the great potential of CMC-based commercial products as alternative carrier materials for rapid commercial development of inoculants.
LAND DEGRADATION & DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yunlong Luo, Ravi Naidu, Cheng Fang
Summary: The sources of microplastics and nanoplastics are widespread and include everyday activities. However, the limited techniques for characterization hinder the determination of their sources. We propose advancing Raman imaging by combining it with various algorithms to improve signal-noise ratio and imaging certainty, enabling the characterization of microplastics. We can capture and identify microplastics carried by smartphones, which are released from clothing and plastic decoration trinkets, accumulating on the phone surface or in ports. Further methodological improvements are necessary due to the complexity of the samples.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yan Li, Ziquan Wang, Haixia Tian, Mallavarapu Megharaj, Hanzhong Jia, Wenxiang He
Summary: This study investigated the effects of two typical lower-ring polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), naphthalene (Nap) and anthracene (Ant), on the activity and kinetic characteristics of FDA hydrolases in six soils. The results showed that both Nap and Ant significantly inhibited the activity of FDA hydrolase, and the inhibition was influenced by soil organic matter.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Aravind Unnithan, Dawit Nega Bekele, Sreenivasulu Chadalavada, Ravi Naidu
Summary: This study presents a 2-D model for chlorinated vapour intrusion, taking into account the role of highly permeable utility lines as a preferential pathway. The model's results are comparable to other models and show that the presence of highly permeable utility lines increases indoor air concentration.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Juan C. Sanchez-Hernandez, Cristobal Narvaez, Ximena Andrade Cares, Pablo Sabat, Ravi Naidu
Summary: Earthworms are being studied for their potential in bioremediation due to their impact on pollutant fate. Different earthworm species have varying sensitivities and capacities to break down contaminants, and Lumbricus terrestris is the most suitable species for bioremediation of OP-contaminated soil due to its higher levels of detoxification enzymes and oxidative homeostasis mechanisms compared to Eisenia fetida andAporrectodea caliginosa. These findings suggest L. terrestris as a better candidate for soil bioremediation than epigeic earthworms.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
A. M. K. C. B. Aththanayake, I. V. N. Rathnayake, M. P. Deeyamulla, Mallavarapu Megharaj
Summary: Deterioration of ecosystem quality caused by toxic metals, especially hexavalent chromium, is a global issue. In this study, a bacterium called Staphylococcus edaphicus KCB02A11 showed high efficiency in removing hexavalent chromium from water within 96 hours and a wide range of concentrations (0.025-8.5 mg/L). By incorporating the isolated strain with natural substrates like hay and wood husk, 100% removal of hexavalent chromium (at 8.5 mg/L) was achieved in less than 72 hours, indicating its potential for large-scale metal removal. This study provides the first report on hexavalent chromium tolerance and removal by Staphylococcus edaphicus KCB02A11.
WORLD JOURNAL OF MICROBIOLOGY & BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Balasubramanian Ramakrishnan, Naga Raju Maddela, Kadiyala Venkateswarlu, Mallavarapu Megharaj
Summary: Microalgae, as integral members of the soil microbial community, have the potential to modify soil conditions and interact with other organisms, but their agronomic benefits and ecological functions in agriculture still require further research and application.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-ADVANCES
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Naga Raju Maddela, Dhatri Kakarla, Kadiyala Venkateswarlu, Mallavarapu Megharaj
Summary: The steep rise in global plastic production and discharge of plastic waste pose a threat to the ecosystem and human health due to the generation of particulate plastics and release of toxic chemical additives. However, only a small percentage of plastic additives have been characterized for their ecological concern, and information on their ecotoxicity remains incomplete. This review aims to provide detailed insights into the ecological impacts of plastic additives, which are crucial for restricting their use, finding eco-friendly alternatives, and establishing or revising guidelines by global health and environmental agencies.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Sudharsanam Abinandan, Kuppan Praveen, Kadiyala Venkateswarlu, Mallavarapu Megharaj
Summary: Microplastics (MPs) have significant ecological and bioeconomic implications at environmentally relevant concentrations, posing a threat to aquatic ecosystems and the achievement of UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This study found that the growth rate of microalgae was reduced by 10-15% in the presence of three types of MPs (PET, PVC, and PS), indicating an increased energy demand. The impacts on biochemical processes varied with concentration. Through a comprehensive analysis, it was revealed that MPs not only affect SDG 14 (Life Below Water), but also have direct and indirect influences on five other SDGs.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shun-Shun Chen, Xu-Xiu Chen, Tian-Yu Yang, Li Chen, Zheng Guo, Xing-Jiu Huang
Summary: A temperature-modulated sensing strategy was proposed to identify and determine BTEX compounds. Highly effective identification of BTEX was achieved using linear discrimination and convolutional neural network analyses. Additionally, quantitative analysis of concentration was accomplished by establishing the relationship between concentration and response.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Myungkyung Noh, Jeong Yeon Sim, Jisung Kim, Jee Hwan Ahn, Hye-Young Min, Jong-Uk Lee, Jong-Sook Park, Ji Yun Jeong, Jae Young Lee, Shin Yup Lee, Hyo-Jong Lee, Choon-Sik Park, Ho-Young Lee
Summary: This study reveals that chronic exposure to PM induces chronic inflammation and development of COPD by dysregulating NAD+ metabolism and subsequent SIRT1 deficiency in pulmonary macrophages. Activation of SIRT1 by resveratrol effectively mitigates PM-induced inflammation and COPD development. Targeting metabolic and epigenetic reprogramming in macrophages induced by PM is a promising strategy for COPD treatment.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yu Liu, Linlin Qin, Yiming Qin, Tong Yang, Haoran Lu, Yulong Liu, Qiqi Zhang, Wenyan Liang
Summary: Co/NC/PAC electrode was prepared by compounding ZIF-67 with powder-activated carbon for the electrocatalytic treatment of nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds. The degradation efficiency of the four compounds reached 90.2-93.7% under optimal conditions, and the degradation order was pyridazine < pyrimidine < pyrazine < pyridine.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Julien Couturier, Pierre Tamba Oulare, Blanche Collin, Claire Lallemand, Isabelle Kieffer, Julien Longerey, Perrine Chaurand, Jerome Rose, Daniel Borschneck, Bernard Angeletti, Steven Criquet, Renaud Podor, Hamed Pourkhorsandi, Guilhem Arrachart, Clement Levard
Summary: This study analyzes the properties of bauxite residue samples and explores the influence of bauxite ore origin, storage conditions, and storage time. The results show that the speciation of yttrium is related to the origin of bauxite ore, while no significant variation was observed with storage conditions or aging of the residues.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Sakthinarenderan Saikumar, Ravi Mani, Mirunalini Ganesan, Inbakandan Dhinakarasamy, Thavamani Palanisami, Dharani Gopal
Summary: Microplastic contamination in marine ecosystems poses a growing concern due to its trophic transfer and negative effects on marine organisms. This study investigates the transfer and impacts of polystyrene microplastics in an estuarine food chain. The results show that microplastics can be transferred through the food chain, although the transfer rates are low. The exposed organisms exhibit stress responses, suggesting the potential risk of microplastics reaching humans through the food chain.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Yan-Jiao Li, Ying Yuan, Wen-Bing Tan, Bei-Dou Xi, Hui Wang, Kun-Long Hui, Jia-Bao Chen, Yi-Fan Zhang, Lian-Feng Wang, Ren-Fei Li
Summary: This review investigated and analyzed the distribution, composition, and abundance of heavy metals and antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in landfill. The results showed that heavy metals have lasting effects on ARGs, and complexes of heavy metals and organic matter are common in landfill. This study provides a new basis to better understand the horizontal gene transfer (HGT) of ARGs in landfill.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jessy Joseph, Ari Vaisanen, Ajay B. Patil, Manu Lahtinen
Summary: Efficient and environmentally friendly porous hybrid adsorbent beads have been developed for the removal of arsenic from drinking water. The structural tuning of the adsorbents has been shown to have a significant impact on their adsorption performance, with high crystallinity leading to increased adsorption capacity and selectivity towards As5+.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yangyang Liu, Minhua Xiao, Kaiqin Huang, Juntao Cui, Hongli Liu, Yingxin Yu, Shengtao Ma, Xihong Liu, Meiqing Lin
Summary: This study measured the levels of phthalate metabolites in breast milk collected from mothers in southern China. The results showed that phthalates are still prevalent in the region, and breastfeeding contributes to phthalate intake in infants. However, the levels detected do not pose significant health risks to infants based on dietary exposure. The increasing exposure to certain phthalates calls for further research into their sources and potential risks.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhiqiang Wu, Jianxing Sun, Liting Xu, Hongbo Zhou, Haina Cheng, Zhu Chen, Yuguang Wang, Jichao Yang
Summary: Ocean depth affects microbial diversity, composition, and co-occurrence patterns of microplastic microbial communities. Deterministic processes dominate the assembly of mesopelagic plastisphere microbial communities, while stochastic processes shape the assembly of bathypelagic microbial communities. The relationships between microorganisms in the mesopelagic layer are more complex and stable, with Proteobacteria and Actinobacteriota playing important roles.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tingting Xiao, Renjie Chen, Chen Cai, Shijie Yuan, Xiaohu Dai, Bin Dong, Zuxin Xu
Summary: Based on the efficiency of catalytic ozonation techniques in enhancing sludge dewaterability, this study investigated its effectiveness in simultaneous reduction of antibiotics and antibiotic resistance genes. The results showed that catalytic ozonation conditioning changed the distribution of antibiotics and achieved high degradation rates. It also significantly reduced the abundance of ARGs, inhibited horizontal gene transfer, and decreased the signal transduction of typical ARGs host bacteria.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yang Deng, Xiaohong Guan
Summary: This article discusses two different development approaches for ferrate(VI) technology in water treatment, arguing that process integration is a promising method that can drive technological innovation and revolution in water treatment, achieving higher treatment efficiency, reduced costs and energy consumption, and a smaller physical footprint.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhe Zhang, Lu Zhang, Zhihao Huang, Yuxin Xu, Qingqing Zhao, Hongju Wang, Meiqing Shi, Xiangnan Li, Kai Jiang, Dapeng Wu
Summary: In this study, a floating catalytic foam was designed and prepared to enhance the mass transfer in immobilized photocatalysts for wastewater treatment. The floating catalytic foam could float on the water surface and establish a temperature gradient, effectively promoting the diffusion and adsorption of target molecules during the photocatalytic process.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Muhammad Nafees, Adiba Khan Sehrish, Sarah Owdah Alomrani, Linlin Qiu, Aasim Saeed, Shoaib Ahmad, Shafaqat Ali, Hongyan Guo
Summary: The accumulation of cadmium and antibiotics in edible plants and fertile soil is a worldwide problem. This study investigated the potential of zinc oxide nanoparticles to alleviate the toxicity of both cadmium and antibiotics and promote spinach growth.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lurui Wan, Kai Wang, Yuan Chen, Zhiyong Xu, Wenbo Zhao
Summary: In this study, a low viscosity and high thermal stability SO2 absorbent with dual interacting sites was successfully synthesized. The absorbent showed the highest absorption enthalpy change and entropy change values among reported SO2 absorbents, and exhibited lower viscosity and comparable thermal stability to ILs.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhengwei Zhou, Guojie Ye, Yang Zong, Zhenyu Zhao, Deli Wu
Summary: This study utilized Mo powder and STPP to enhance the performance of the sodium percarbonate system in pollutant degradation. The presence of Mo and STPP resulted in a higher degradation rate of the model pollutant SMX, with low oxidant consumption. The system generated multiple active species through a series of chain reactions at different pH values, exhibiting excellent performance towards electron-rich pollutants. Furthermore, Mo demonstrated excellent stability and reusability.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
