Review
Engineering, Environmental
Michal Wagner, Kun-Yi Andrew Lin, Wen-Da Oh, Grzegorz Lisak
Summary: Global population growth has intensified anthropogenic processes, leading to pollution of both land and aquatic environments with toxic organic compounds, particularly persistent organic pollutants (POPs). Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are being studied as novel materials for the detection and adsorption of POPs, providing potential solutions for environmental monitoring and protection.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Farida Amutova, Matthieu Delannoy, Almagul Baubekova, Gaukhar Konuspayeva, Stefan Jurjanz
Summary: The transfer of POPs in animal food products, particularly milk and eggs, and the bioconcentration factors in different tissues of animals have been studied. The results show that highly toxic PCDD/Fs and PCBs can transfer efficiently into milk, eggs, and liver. Differences in bioconcentration factors were observed in different studies, complicating the hierarchical analysis of tissues and congeners. High bioconcentration was also found for DDT and its metabolites.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Xiaolan Zhang, Xiaomeng Cheng, Bingli Lei, Guoxia Zhang, Yuhao Bi, Yingxin Yu
Summary: This review examines the internal exposure levels of various HOPs in placenta, maternal and umbilical cord sera, as well as the transplacental transfer characteristics and distribution efficiencies of these compounds. Factors influencing the transfer efficiencies of HOPs and the mechanisms of their transplacental transport are discussed. Reported compound-specific transfer efficiencies and distribution efficiencies, expressed as concentration ratios, are summarized, indicating potential effects of physicochemical properties, metabolic capacities, and transporters on HOPs' transplacental transport.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Huchuan Yan, Cui Lai, Shiyu Liu, Dongbo Wang, Xuerong Zhou, Mingming Zhang, Ling Li, Dengsheng Ma, Fuhang Xu, Xiuqin Huo, Lin Tang, Ming Yan, Jinxin Nie, Xing Fan
Summary: This study presents a novel Ni(II)-doped g-C3N4 catalyst (Ni4.60CN) with outstanding PMS activation ability. The electron transfer mechanism induced by Ni-N4-C sites in the Ni4.60CN/PMS activation system was unraveled, providing insight into the selective oxidation behavior of various pollutants.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ying Tang, Yanwen Liu, Jinmiao Wang, Juan Wang, Zhihong Liu
Summary: In vivo tracking of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) is important for assessing their risks. Existing methods have limitations, but photoelectrochemical (PEC) sensing offers high sensitivity and simplicity. A coaxially implanted photofuel microsensor was developed, integrating the optical fiber-based photoanode inside the glass capillary-based biocathode. This sensor has excellent selectivity, antifouling ability, biocompatibility, accuracy, and less implant damage, enabling convenient tracking of PCB77 in fish bioaccumulation levels.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Stanislaw Waclawek, Kamil Krawczyk, Daniele Silvestri, Vinod V. T. Padil, Michal Rezanka, Miroslav Cernik, Mietek Jaroniec
Summary: Water contamination is a global issue due to factors such as population growth and industrial activities. This review article discusses the use of cyclodextrins (CDs) and CD-functionalized materials for the removal of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) from water, providing an overview of their applications and mechanisms.
ADVANCES IN COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xuwei Luo, Lifen Chen, Bo Liu, Zhiwen Yang, Longmeng Wei, Zhanxiang Yuan, Yudong Wen, Yingxiao Mu, Yanping Huo, Hao-Li Zhang, Shaomin Ji
Summary: This study develops a temperature-responsive pRTP material MP-G by selecting a boric acid containing compound MP with certain solubility in water and using heating and cooling methods. The hydrogen bonds formed by MP and water molecules in MP-G crystals improve the pRTP performance. Moreover, MP-G crystal exhibits excellent temperature-responsive luminescence properties.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY C
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
J. Aravind Kumar, T. Krithiga, S. Sathish, A. Annam Renita, D. Prabu, S. Lokesh, R. Geetha, S. Karthik Raja Namasivayam, Mika Sillanpaa
Summary: This article discusses the hazards of persistent organic pollutants and their impact on the environment and humans, introduces different biological degradation methods, emphasizes the potential of microbial degradation in the management of POPs, and points out the direction for future research.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhenao Gu, Jing Zhou, Xiaoqiang An, Qiang Chen, Chengzhi Hu, Huijuan Liu, Jiuhui Qu
Summary: The study presents a biomimetic photocatalytic fuel cell system that achieves efficient water purification and energy recovery in wastewater treatment by mimicking metabolic processes in the human body.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2021)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Wei Lun Ang, Patrick J. McHugh, Mark D. Symes
Summary: Sonoelectrochemical pollutant degradation is a promising method for water treatment, which combines both electrochemical and ultrasonic techniques to efficiently convert pollutants into harmless substances. The synergistic effects of electrochemistry and ultrasonication lead to faster degradation rates and improved mass transport, making it an attractive approach for pollutant removal in water.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Anna Z. Haynes, Mindy Levine
Summary: The study introduced a system that can detect low concentrations of hGH with high accuracy using cyclodextrin-promoted fluorescence modulation of a BODIPY fluorophore.
ANALYTICAL LETTERS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Luis Alberto Henriquez-Hernandez, Ana Macias-Montes, Andrea Acosta-Dacal, Cristian Rial-Berriel, Edna Duarte-Lopes, Ailton Luis Lopes-Ribeiro, Patricia Miranda Alfama, Miriam Livramento, Manuel Zumbado, Ricardo Diaz-Diaz, Maria del Mar Bernal-Suarez, Lluis Serra-Majem, Octavio P. Luzardo
Summary: International Public Health authorities recommend biomonitoring studies to assess chemical exposure in the general population. This study analyzed blood concentrations of various pollutants in a cohort of subjects from Cape Verde and found that 16.7% of the 360 toxic compounds were detected in at least one participant. The study also identified the most frequently detected substances and the factors influencing blood concentrations. This is the first biomonitoring study in Cape Verde and provides useful information for public health measures.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Wanchuan Shang, Xueyin Wang, Xiaoning Zhang, Caidi Zhang, Xueli Huang, Kaihong Li
Summary: This study proposes a solution for treating heavy metal ions and organic pollutants in water through adsorption, contributing to achieving sustainable development goals. A new adsorption material, CD-AA-AM-MBA, is synthesized and characterized. The adsorption performance is studied under different conditions, and the optimized adsorption capacities for various pollutants are determined.
ADVANCED SUSTAINABLE SYSTEMS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Ruili Li, Miao Chen, Hua Yang, Naiying Hao, Qi Liu, Mei Peng, Lumin Wang, Yuyang Hu, Xiaoqing Chen
Summary: A novel strategy of simultaneous in situ extraction and fabrication of plasmonic colloidal gold superparticles was developed for rapid SERS detection of organochlorine pesticide residues in environmental water. The established method showed strong anti-interference ability and comparable quantification ranges with a low limit of detection for detecting multiple OCPs in real water samples.
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Christian Krohn, Pei Zhang, Jennifer L. Wood, Helen L. Hayden, Ashley E. Franks, Jian Jin, Caixian Tang
Summary: The study found that regardless of the type of organic amendment, there was a negative correlation between cumulative CO2 release and decreases in dieldrin concentration, with up to a 7% decrease per mu mol CO2-C respired by microorganisms. Poultry litter led to the highest daily carbon mineralisation but poor dieldrin dissipation after 9 months, while biochar resulted in significant decreases in extractable dieldrin residues over time and a shift towards specific types of bacteria with dehalogenation metabolism. The results supported the theory that labile carbon may promote the growth of copiotrophic bacteria, inhibiting the necessary diversity for degrading chlorinated pollutants.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Benjamin Cromwell, Lisa Cid Mota, Mindy Levine
ANALYTICAL LETTERS
(2020)
Article
Thermodynamics
Benjamin Cromwell, Adelaide Levenson, Mindy Levine
THERMOCHIMICA ACTA
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Joan M. Racicot, Teresa L. Mako, Alexander Olivelli, Mindy Levine
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Teresa L. Mako, Adelaide M. Levenson, Mindy Levine
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Mindy Levine, Benjamin R. Smith
JOURNAL OF FLUORESCENCE
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Anna Z. Haynes, Mindy Levine
Summary: The study introduced a system that can detect low concentrations of hGH with high accuracy using cyclodextrin-promoted fluorescence modulation of a BODIPY fluorophore.
ANALYTICAL LETTERS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Apurba Pramanik, Joy Karmakar, Flavio Grynzspan, Mindy Levine
Summary: A non-covalent association complex formed between a beta-cyclodextrin host and a designer bimane ditriazole guest was used to detect iodine with high sensitivity. The sub-nanomolar detection limit of this system was determined in the solution-state, and adsorbing the complex onto filter paper showed noticeable advantages over cyclodextrin-free bimane for on-paper colorimetric iodine detection.
ISRAEL JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Vincent Joseph, Mindy Levine
Summary: The article reviews key research accomplishments of Professor Ronald Charles D. Breslow throughout his more than 60 year research career, covering a wide range of topics including physical organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, bioorganic chemistry, molecular electronics, and origin of chirality. Breslow's contributions to the broader chemistry profession are also briefly reviewed, including his work for the American Chemical Society and gender equity promotion.
BIOORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Editorial Material
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mindy Levine, David Margulies
ISRAEL JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mindy Levine
Summary: The article reviews the use of fluorescence-based pesticide detection methods, with a focus on supramolecular chemistry-based methods. It provides illustrative examples of successful applications in real-world environments and highlights areas for future research and development.
FRONTIERS IN CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Joy Karmakar, Apurba Pramanik, Vincent Joseph, Vered Marks, Flavio Grynszpan, Mindy Levine
Summary: An ultrasensitive fluorescent water sensor based on a dipodal bimane-Cu(Ⅱ) complex is developed. This sensor shows no fluorescence in the absence of water but exhibits remarkable turn-on fluorescence in the presence of extremely low concentrations of water (0.000786% v/v) through highly selective water-induced displacement of copper and restoration of the innate bimane fluorescence.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Apurba Pramanik, Joy Karmakar, Flavio Grynszpan, Mindy Levine
Summary: A new fluorometric and colorimetric sensor has been developed for detecting trace amounts of water in organic solvents, showing highly sensitive response. When adsorbed on filter paper, the sensor also demonstrated excellent performance, responding to liquid water and humid atmospheres.
FRONTIERS IN CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Apurba Pramanik, Basil Raju Karimadom, Haya Kornweitz, Mindy Levine
Summary: This study presents a highly solvent-selective organogel-forming amide compound 1, which can selectively form gel only in the presence of alkylated aromatic solvents. The gel derived from compound 1 shows potential as a reusable material for efficient removal of cationic organic dyes from contaminated aqueous environments, even after multiple uses.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Vincent Joseph, Oran Warhaftig, Shay Klein, Mindy Levine
Summary: A rapid, sensitive, and practical method for detecting sulfur dioxide in aqueous solutions has been reported. The method allows for color changes to be observed with the naked eye and quantified through simple color analysis. Extensive optimization of each component revealed the unique stabilizing effect of cyclodextrin in preventing permanganate-induced degradation of the filter paper, and mechanistic analysis confirmed an oxidation-reduction reaction as the cause of the color changes observed.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Alen Sam Thomas, Apurba Pramanik, Sara Amer, Vered Marks, Mindy Levine
Summary: This study reports the design, synthesis, and application of a highly solvatochromic coumarin derivative (compound 1) for water detection. The solvatochromism of compound 1 is attributed to the presence of an electron-withdrawing aldehyde substituent and an electron-donating diethylamino group. Compound 1 shows significant fluorescence responsiveness to polar protic solvents, especially with a pronounced decrease in fluorescence upon the addition of small amounts of water. This water-based responsiveness is utilized in the development of a fluorescent water sensor with rapid, sensitive, and irreversible fluorescence quenching to both liquid water and water vapor.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Dan He, Yawen Li, Fuwen Zhao, Yuze Lin
Summary: High trap density in organic solar cells leads to localized charge carriers and reduced carrier lifetime, limiting device efficiency. This feature article summarizes the recent advances of trap suppression by material design and device engineering.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Olivier Monfort, Arshitha Madhusudhan, Martin Motola
Summary: This article presents the advantages of coupling photocatalysis and Fenton-based processes for environmental remediation and discusses their synergy. It critically examines the simultaneous triggering of these two processes and provides insights into research approaches. The study aims to enhance understanding of this complex process and highlight the potential integration of new catalysts in current wastewater treatment technology.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Manideepa Dhar, Chittaranjan Mishra, Avijit Das, Uttam Manna
Summary: An approach of 'polymerization of monomers in its aggregated form' has been introduced to tailor the water wettability of fibrous and porous substrates, achieving hydrophobicity to superhydrophobicity transition, as well as patterned wettability. This facile chemical method provides a durable coating with adjustable and patterned wettability for various potential applications.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Saswat Ranjan Bhoi, Chhanda Debnath, Shikha Gandhi
Summary: In this article, a novel catalytic reaction using Pd(0) and Bronsted acid is reported for the synthesis of biologically important imidazolidinone-fused N-heterocycles through redox-neutral intramolecular N-allylation of indoles and pyrroles with alkynes. This atom-economical method is applicable to a wide range of substrates and eliminates the need for leaving groups or oxidizing agents commonly used in traditional allylation reactions.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Longkun Chen, Mingshuai Zhang, Meichen Liu, Zhuoyuan Liu, Yuetong Qiu, Zhilai Zhang, Fuchao Yu, Jiuzhong Huang
Summary: In this study, an efficient Rh(III)-catalyzed selective mono- and dual-C-H bond functionalization/cyclization with iodonium ylide as the sole coupling partner was demonstrated. Fused benzodiazepine skeletons were obtained in excellent yields, providing an improved approach to dual C-H unsymmetrical functionalization.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Alice Kennett, Sven Epple, Gabriella van der Valk, Irene Georgiou, Evelyne Gout, Romain R. Vives, Angela J. Russell
Summary: This study presents the design and synthesis of sulfated disaccharide inhibitors based on IdoA(2S)-GlcNS(6S), which showed potent inhibition of Sulf-2. The results suggest that IdoA(2S)-GlcNS(6S) is the shortest fragment size required for effective inhibition of Sulfs, and a trisulfated disaccharide is identified as the minimal fragment size of heparan sulfate for effective endosulfatase inhibition.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mauro Garbini, Andrea Brunetti, Riccardo Pedrazzani, Magda Monari, Massimo Marcaccio, Giulio Bertuzzi, Marco Bandini
Summary: The self-adaptability of galvanostatic electrolysis was found to be helpful in a multistage chemo- and diastereoselective electrochemically promoted cyclodimerization of chalcones. Through a series of reductive events, densely functionalized cyclopentanes with five contiguous stereocenters were obtained (25 examples, yields up to 95%, dr values up to >20:1). Further experimental and electrochemical investigations indicated the crucial role of dynamic kinetic resolution of the aldol intermediate in the reaction mechanism.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Dhananjay S. Nipate, Neha Meena, Prakash N. Swami, Krishnan Rangan, Anil Kumar
Summary: In this study, the synthesis of functionalized benzo[a]phenazines and indazolo[2,3-a]quinolines was achieved through Rh(III)-catalyzed oxidative annulation of 2-arylquinoxalines and 2-aryl-2H-indazoles with allyl alcohols. The method showed a wide substrate scope, excellent functional group tolerance, good to high yields of annulated products, and the capability for scaled-up synthesis. A tentative mechanism of the annulation reaction was proposed based on a preliminary mechanistic investigation.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ruonan Zhang, Abudukadi Tudi, Xia Yang, Xuping Wang, Zhihua Yang, Shujuan Han, Shilie Pan
Summary: A new lead tellurium borate material with a unique fundamental building block [B4O10] was synthesized and found to exhibit high birefringence. The structure-property relationship was discussed using first-principles calculations.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Amresh Kumar Singh, Baishali Thakurta, Anupam Giri, Monalisa Pal
Summary: This study introduces three key concepts for the quick synthesis of large-scale high-quality 2D materials films and their utilization in device fabrication.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Reina Hagiwara, Shun Nishimura, Kosuke Okeyoshi
Summary: A copolymer-conjugated nanocatalytic system has been developed to improve electron transfer and enhance photoinduced H2 generation.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2024)
