Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Yadong Yu, Shanshan Wang, Jinrui Teng, Anze Zupanic, Shuxian Guo, Xiaobin Tang, Heng Liang
Summary: Environmental pollution is a pressing global issue. The photocatalytic material-microbe hybrid system, which combines photocatalytic materials with microbes, has the potential to efficiently convert solar energy into chemical energy and treat environmental contaminations simultaneously.
FRONTIERS IN BIOENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Polymer Science
Mohammad Ilyas Khan, Mohammed Khaloufa Almesfer, Abubakr Elkhaleefa, Ihab Shigidi, Mohammed Zubair Shamim, Ismat H. Ali, Mohammad Rehan
Summary: Proper treatment and disposal of industrial pollutants pose significant techno-economical challenges globally. Pollutants like heavy metal ions and organic dyes in wastewater are harmful due to their carcinogenic and toxic nature. Conductive polymer-based nanomaterials have gained interest for environmental remediation, demonstrating adsorption capabilities for pollutants like heavy metal ions and organic dyes.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Bharti Saini, Manish Kumar Sinha, Anirban Dey
Summary: Polymeric membrane technology is widely recognized as an important tool in separation and purification processes. This review provides a reference for researchers interested in the fabrication of polymeric membranes using the phase inversion method. It focuses on the preparation, modification, and characterization of polymeric membranes, as well as their properties and applications in various fields.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Saptarshi Roy, Md. Ahmaruzzaman
Summary: Water pollution is a severe problem that threatens the sustainability of human and other life forms. Ionic liquids have shown potential as sustainable materials in wastewater treatment and have achieved effective results. This review explores the application of Ionic liquid-based nano adsorbents in the removal of organic compounds, dyes, and heavy metal ions, discussing the factors influencing the adsorption process and the mechanisms involved.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhiang Hou, Huachun Lan, Kai Zhu, Xiaoqiang An, Huijuan Liu, Jiuhui Qu
Summary: A hierarchically porous waste-derived carbon (AC-KOH) with multimodal pore structures was successfully synthesized by thermally remodeling the pores of waste hollow fiber membranes. The AC-KOH exhibited fast adsorption kinetics and high adsorption capacity, surpassing many reported adsorbents, offering a sustainable approach for waste membrane reutilization and overcoming the technical challenges of adsorption.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Annah Moyo, Anita Parbhakar-Fox, Sebastien Meffre, David R. Cooke
Summary: The potential reuse of alkaline industrial wastes, such as green liquor dregs, wood ashes, coal ash, red mud, and shell remains, for controlling acid and metalliferous drainage was evaluated in this study. The results showed that these wastes can limit the formation of acidic drainage and immobilize metal(loid)s through precipitation. However, certain oxyanions were leached in concentrations exceeding guidelines due to their mobility in alkaline conditions. Overall, the study highlighted the potential of alkaline industrial wastes in long-term remediation of acid and metalliferous drainage.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Preeti Pal, Anjali Pal, Kazunori Nakashima, Brijesh Kumar Yadav
Summary: Chitosan is a globally available biomaterial with advantages of availability, low cost, high biocompatibility, and biodegradability. Modifications have been made to expand its applications. It is widely used in environmental remediation and the demand for it is growing in the global industrial market.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Arpassorn Threepanich, Pornsawai Praipipat
Summary: Lead removal is crucial due to its toxic effects on aquatic organisms and human health. Lemon peel-doped iron (III) oxide-hydroxide materials showed high lead removal efficiencies, with LPFB demonstrating the highest potential for lead adsorption at 100%. The adsorption kinetics of all materials followed a Pseudo-second order model, indicating the effectiveness of the doping metal oxide in improving material efficiencies.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Nadeem Hussain Solangi, Rama Rao Karri, Shaukat Ali Mazari, Nabisab Mujawar Mubarak, Abdul Sattar Jatoi, Guilherme Malafaia, Abul Kalam Azad
Summary: In recent years, MXene has attracted significant interest in the field of photocatalysis due to its unique physical and chemical characteristics. It has shown excellent performance in the photodegradation of organic compounds and CO2 conversion into value-added products. MXene-based composites have been found to possess even better photodegradation activity compared to pristine MXene. The functional groups on the surface of MXene have a significant impact on its photocatalytic performance. This study provides a comprehensive overview of recent investigations on MXene-based photocatalysts, discussing their physicochemical characteristics, synthesis routes, and future challenges.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hasan Eker
Summary: This study investigated the usability of mixtures of lignite coal and marble/travertine wastes in local bean cultivation. The results showed that the 50% Coal-3D + 50% Travertine mixture had the highest length increase, the 25% Coal Waste (Powder)-K3 + 75% Marble mixture had the highest number of beans, and the 50% Coal Waste -AK + 50% Marble mixture had the highest leaf formation. The maximum number of beans grown was 12, while the maximum number of leaves formed was 93. The chlorophyll contents of the bean plants grown in these mixtures were at least as much as those grown in soil alone, and the heavy metal values in the mixtures did not exceed the permissible limit.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Junjie Zhang, Bo Liu, Shengen Zhang
Summary: The safe utilization of solid wastes containing heavy metals is essential for environmental preservation. Preparation of glass ceramic foams from solid wastes can effectively solidify heavy metals, with efforts being made to optimize their characteristics for various high value-added fields. Heavy-metal migration and applications, as well as the challenges and prospects of different processing strategies, are discussed.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
R. Sivaranjanee, P. Senthil Kumar, Gayathri Rangasamy
Summary: Water contamination is a major environmental concern, and there is growing interest in using biochar produced from slow pyrolysis of biomass to remove contaminants from wastewater. Hydrochars, produced through hydrothermal processes, have shown promise as adsorbents for wastewater treatment due to their high efficiency and ability to regenerate. This review focuses on the formation, activation, identification, and applications of biochar and hydrochar, highlighting their distinct physiochemical properties and potential uses in pollution remediation, soil improvement, greenhouse gas emission, and carbon sequestration.
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Chandrabhan Verma, Elyor Berdimurodov, Dakeshwar K. Verma, Khasan Berdimuradov, Akram Alfantazi, Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain
Summary: The synthesis and application of 3D nanomaterials are gaining attention due to their salient features and wide range of industrial, biological, and environmental purposes. They exhibit advantageous properties in sensing and biosensing applications and are also used in anticorrosive coatings and pollutant decontamination. This review article provides a comprehensive overview of the recent developments, challenges, and future opportunities of 3D nanomaterials in various fields.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Ruohan Zhao, Bing Wang, Benny K. G. Theng, Pan Wu, Fang Liu, Xinqing Lee, Miao Chen, Jing Sun
Summary: The utilization of industrial solid waste resources has attracted global attention. Composites of biochar with metal-containing solid wastes can enhance adsorption performance and reduce modification costs. Different metal-containing solid wastes may lead to composites with varied physicochemical properties and adsorption mechanisms, requiring further research for comprehensive understanding.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Justyna Szerement, Alicja Szatanik-Kloc, Renata Jarosz, Tomasz Bajda, Monika Mierzwa-Hersztek
Summary: Zeolites are extensively studied materials for adsorption and ion exchange with wide applications in agriculture and environmental protection. Natural zeolites are widely researched as soil conditioners and fertilizer additives in agriculture, while synthesized zeolites are gaining attention in environmental remediation. Despite numerous studies on zeolites' applications in environmental protection, their full potential is yet to be fully explored.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shumila Shaheen, Zohaib Saeed, Awais Ahmad, Muhammad Pervaiz, Umer Younas, Rana Rashad Mahmood Khan, Rafael Luque, Saravanan Rajendran
Summary: This article investigates the adsorptive behavior of graphene-based materials, particularly graphene oxide (GO), in removing dyes and heavy metals from wastewater. The green synthesis of graphene-based composites using aloe vera extract is discussed, along with the mechanism of GO reduction via plant extract. The article also presents a literature survey on the global market value of graphene-based composites and compares green and chemical reduction methods.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kevin Jhon Fernandez-Andrade, Alex Ariel Fernandez-Andrade, Luis Angel Zambrano-Intriago, Luis Ernesto Arteaga-Perez, Serguei Alejandro-Martin, Ricardo Jose Baquerizo-Crespo, Rafael Luque, Joan Manuel Rodriguez-Diaz
Summary: Biomass layered hybrids were synthesized by in situ growth from rice husk and microwave-assisted synthesized MIL-53(Al) particles, leading to reduced reaction times. The resulting hybrid (MIL-53(Al)@RH) showed high crystallinity, thermal decomposition phases, and functional groups. The hybrid particles exhibited easy separation during heterogeneous processing and maintained the properties of MIL-53(Al) for the removal of Oxytetracycline, Diclofenac, and Glyphosate in aqueous solutions.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Muhammad Hayat, Suryyia Manzoor, Hina Raza, Muhammad Imran Khan, Abdallah Shanableh, Muhammad Sajid, Tahani Mazyad Almutairi, Rafael Luque
Summary: Novel molecularly imprinted organically modified silica was prepared for the determination of pyriproxyfen. The sorbent showed high selectivity for pyriproxyfen. SEM, BET and TGA were used to characterize the sorbent. The adsorption kinetics followed the pseudo-first-order model while the best fit among the adsorption isotherms was the Freundlich model.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Salman Raza Naqvi, Asif Hussain Khoja, Imtiaz Ali, Muhammad Naqvi, Tayyaba Noor, Awais Ahmad, Rafael Luque, Nor Aishah Saidina Amin
Summary: This article presents a scientometric analysis of the use of micro-porous zeolites for deoxygenation of biomass-derived bio-oil. The physicochemical properties of catalysts and the degree of deoxygenation are examined. The reaction pathways for different zeolites in bio-oil upgrading are also discussed. The technology readiness level is assessed and future recommendations are provided.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tran Thi-Giang, Ly Nguyen Hoang, Nguyen Thi Trang, Sang Jun Son, Yasser Vasseghian, Sang-Woo Joo, Rafael Luque
Summary: A unique nanomaterial platform was developed for trace detection and efficient degradation of triclosan (TCS) using a silver spherical nanoparticle (AgNP)-modified ZnO multipods (ZnO@Ag) template. The ZnO@Ag template demonstrated excellent degradation and detection performance, with TCS degradation up to 92% under UV irradiation at 365 nm and a detection limit as low as 10-9 M. This is the first investigation into the use of ZnO@Ag bimetallic composites for SERS-based detection and UV-assisted degradation of environmental TCS pollutants. The technology was successfully applied to determine antibacterial agents and TCS in distilled or river water, highlighting the advantages of the ZnO@Ag template over conventional detection methods.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Ravi Shankar Rai, J. P. Girish, Vivek Bajpai, Muhammad Imran Khan, Noureddine Elboughdiri, Abdallah Shanableh, Rafael Luque
Summary: This work is a comprehensive study of green synthesis of ZnO nanomaterials using different biological sources and highlights different processes able to produce nanostructures including nanowires, nanorods, nanotubes and other nano shapes of ZnO nanostructures. Different properties of ZnO nanostructures and their targeted bioengineering applications are also described. The strategies and challenges of the eco-friendly approach to enhance the application span of ZnO nanomaterials are also summarized, with future prospects for greener design of ZnO nanomaterials are also suggested.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tausif Ahmad, Jibran Iqbal, Mohamad Azmi Bustam, Muhammad Babar, Muhammad Bilal Tahir, Muhammad Sagir, Muhammad Irfan, Hafiz Muhammad Anwaar Asghar, Afaq Hassan, Asim Riaz, Lai Fatt Chuah, Awais Bokhari, Muhammad Mubashir, Pau Loke Show
Summary: The critical challenge faced by our modern society is how to reduce the effects of climate change and global warming caused by CO2 emissions. This study investigates the adsorption potential of surface functionalized cerium oxide nanoparticles (CeNPs) for CO2 separation using deep eutectic solvents (DESs). The DESs were prepared using phosphonium-based compounds and were characterized before being used to functionalize the CeNPs. It was found that DES6-coated CeNPs showed higher adsorption performance for CO2 capture compared to DES3-coated CeNPs. This is likely due to the enhanced surface affinity between DES6-coated CeNPs and CO2 molecules, resulting in better mass transport characteristics and higher CO2 adsorption performance. These findings open up new research possibilities for reducing environmental effects of CO2 emissions through the use of DES surface-coated CeNPs.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tariq Aziz, Arshad Farid, Fazal Haq, Mehwish Kiran, Naveed Ullah, Shah Faisal, Amjad Ali, Farman Ullah Khan, Siming You, Awais Bokhari, Muhammad Mubashir, Lai Fatt Chuah, Pau Loke Show
Summary: The purpose of this research was to investigate the effects of cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) on epoxy resin, and it was found that adding 20% of silica-based nanocomposites can significantly improve the properties of epoxy resin. In addition, CNCs can also enhance the absorption and chemical resistant behavior of epoxy resin, making them suitable for environmental engineering applications.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yihong Zhang, Yong Wu, Puyu Zhou, Zhiyuan Song, Yayun Jia, Weiyi Ouyang, Rafael Luque, Yang Sun
Summary: Aluminum sulfate was used as the main accelerator in the investigation of new non-chloride and alkali-free cement accelerators. Acrylic acid, aluminum fluoride, or alkanolamine were employed as regulators to further enhance cement setting. The experimental results showed that the addition of acrylic acid alone decreased the setting time of cement and improved the compressive and flexural strengths of mortar, while the introduction of aluminum fluoride or alkanolamine greatly improved this process. Structural characterizations revealed changes in the coordination polyhedron of Al3+ during the transformation process. This work provides a significant strategy for enhancing the activity of aluminum sulfate in cement setting and contributes to the future development of new non-chloride and alkali-free cement accelerators.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Iqra Ashraf, Qasim Abbas, Yaqin Huang, Najam Ul Hassan, Munirah D. Albaqami, Ammar Mohamed Tighezza, Sayed M. Eldin, Muhammad Sufyan Javed, Awais Ahmad, Rafael Luque
Summary: This study presents a new approach for developing zinc-ion hybrid supercapacitors by using vanadium-doped manganese oxide aerogel structured cathode material. The doped material expands interlayer distance, creates more active sites and channels for fast ionic diffusion, and offers good structural stability. The as-fabricated ZIHC shows high specific capacitance, capacitance retention, and Coulombic efficiency, as well as superior energy density compared to previous reports.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Muhammad Sufyan Javed, Xiaofeng Zhang, Salamat Ali, Syed Shoaib Ahmad Shah, Awais Ahmad, Iftikhar Hussain, Shahid Hussain, Shaukat Khan, Mohamed Ouladsmane, Sayed M. Tag ElDin, Waqas Ul Arifeen, Weihua Han
Summary: This study proposes 2H-MoS2 nanosheets as a capacitive energy storage material for aqueous ammonium-ion supercapacitors. The MoS2@CC electrode exhibits outstanding NH4+ ion storage and the assembled AASC demonstrates high charge storage performance with extremely stable rate and cycling performance.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Belal Salah, Ahmed Abdelgawad, Qingqing Lu, Adewale K. Ipadeola, Rafael Luque, Kamel Eid
Summary: Researchers synthesized ternary metal-doped porous fiber-like g-C3N4 nanostructures for efficient catalysis of green hydrogen production. The study found that catalysts with ternary metal doping showed higher synergistic effects and better catalytic activity.
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Ana Alice Farias da Costa, Alex de Nazare de Oliveira, Roberto Esposito, Amelie Auvigne, Christophe Len, Rafael Luque, Renata Coelho Rodrigues Noronha, Luis Adriano Santos do Nascimento
Summary: Glycerol is a versatile platform molecule that enables the production of high value-added molecules in various industries. The use of microwave radiation has become increasingly popular due to its advantages in reducing reaction time, improving energy efficiency, and addressing environmental concerns. Microwave heating has emerged as an effective tool in different scientific and technological fields, offering significant advantages over conventional heating methods. This review article focuses on the microwave-assisted synthesis of various glycerol-based products in the past decade, categorizing them by main reactions and additive utilization, with examples of optimized synthesis conditions.
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY & FUELS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Otoniel Anacleto Estrela Filho, Bryan Fernando Rivadeneira-Mendoza, Kevin Jhon Fernandez-Andrade, Luis Angel Zambrano-Intriago, Fausthon Fred da Silva, Rafael Luque, Fabiola D. S. Curbelo, Joan Manuel Rodriguez-Diaz
Summary: The considerable amount of produced water discharged by the oil industry can cause environmental imbalance due to its harmful components. This study investigated the adsorption capacity of Zinc Imidazolate Framework-8 (ZIF-8) for crude oil removal from synthetic produced water. ZIF-8 exhibited high crystallinity and thermal stability, and its adsorption process was found to be spontaneous and exothermic.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jennifer Maria Navia Mendoza, Bryan Fernando Rivadeneira Mendoza, Jaime Cevallos Mendoza, Alina M. Balu, Rafael Luque, Luis Angel Zambrano Intriago, Joan Manuel Rodriguez-Diaz
Summary: In this study, a hybrid material MIL-53(Al)@HC was synthesized and demonstrated to have excellent adsorption capability for Ibuprofen sodium salt and Metsulfuron-methyl in a binary system. The hybrid material showed in situ crystal growth capability and could remove >98% of the target substances at extreme conditions. The adsorption kinetics and equilibrium were well described by the pseudo-second order model and the Sips and Freundlich models.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)