Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yuhao Chu, Chaofan Zhang, Rupeng Wang, Xi Chen, Nanqi Ren, Shih-Hsin Ho
Summary: This study elucidated the SMX biodegradation pathway involving CYP450 in microalgae and revealed key details of the hydroxylamine group. It advances the development of using microalgae-mediated CYP450 to eliminate antibiotics.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yuhao Chu, Chaofan Zhang, Rupeng Wang, Xi Chen, Nanqi Ren, Shih-Hsin Ho
Summary: This study investigated the biotransformation of sulfamethoxazole by microalgae, particularly highlighting the role of CYP450 enzymes in the degradation process. The research elucidated the SMX biodegradation pathway involving CYP450 in microalgae, providing insights for using microalgae-mediated CYP450 to eliminate antibiotics.
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaoxuan Huang, Donghui Wen, Jianlong Wang
Summary: This paper summarizes the recent advances in the radiation-induced degradation of sulfonamide and quinolone antibiotics in aqueous solution. It focuses on analyzing the influencing factors and degradation pathways, providing references for optimizing experimental conditions and exploring the treatment mechanism of these two types of antibiotics in actual wastewater.
RADIATION PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tianqi Zhang, Renwu Zhou, Peiyu Wang, Anne Mai-Prochnow, Robyn McConchie, Wenshao Li, Rusen Zhou, Erik W. Thompson, Kostya (Ken) Ostrikov, Patrick J. Cullen
Summary: Excessive use and indiscriminate discharge of antibiotics lead to their accumulation in the environment, posing significant ecological and physiological risks. Non-thermal plasma technology is gaining attention for the efficient breakdown of antibiotics, but faces challenges in maximizing reactive plasma effects and scaling approaches. In this study, NTP was used inside forming bubbles to efficiently target cefixime antibiotic molecules, achieving high-performance degradation and deactivation of antibiotic activity with no observed toxic effects on human cell lines.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Rong Li, Tuoyu Zhou, Aman Khan, Zhenmin Ling, Monika Sharma, Pengya Feng, Gohar Ali, Irfan Saif, Haoyang Wang, Xiangkai Li, Pu Liu
Summary: A novel whole-cell biocatalyst was developed to degrade sulfadiazine successfully. The engineered strain showed good degradation performance under experimental conditions, and when used in feed, it was able to reduce the residue of SDZ in chicken manure and alleviate dysbiosis of the gut microbiota.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Chenlin Wang, Yanfei Zheng, Ruikang Li, Qingrong Yin, Chunfeng Song
Summary: This study investigated the toxicity, degradation, and metabolic pathway of cefradine in two microalgal species. The results showed that both microalgae exhibited excellent degradation performance for cefradine and had the capacity to restore growth in high concentrations. Hydrolysis and biodegradation were identified as the main mechanisms of cefradine degradation on algae. The study provides valuable insights into the environmental risks of cefradine in wastewater and the efficient removal of cefradine by microalgae.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Huan Yan, Ling Xu, Junfeng Su, Hao Wei, Xuan Li, Shumiao Cao
Summary: The SMX degrading strain Proteus mirabilis sp. ZXY4 with surfactant manufacturing potential was isolated from sludge. FTIR analysis revealed that the biosurfactant generated by strain ZXY4 was glycolipid. 3D-EEM analysis demonstrated a strong connection between SMX biodegradation and biosurfactants, suggesting that the synergistic effect of biodegradation and biosurfactant enhances strain ZXY4's SMX degradation performance.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Li-Hua Yang, Bin Qiao, Qiu-Man Xu, Song Liu, Ye Yuan, Jing-Sheng Cheng
Summary: In this study, seven laccase genes were heterologously expressed in E.coli using different signal peptides, and applied for the removal of sulfadiazine, sulfamethazine, and sulfamethoxazole. Different mediators like ABTS and HBT were found to either slightly promote or inhibit the removal of sulfonamides by the recombinant strains. The study also proposed degradation pathways of sulfonamides involving various mechanisms such as SO2 elimination and N-S bond cleavage.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yejin Li, Linyan Yang, Xueming Chen, Yuefei Han, Guomin Cao
Summary: This study systematically investigated the transformation kinetics and pathways of Sulfamonomethoxine (SMM) by UV/H2O2 in swine wastewater. The degradation of SMM in real wastewater was found to be lower than in synthetic wastewater due to the presence of conventional contaminants. Different factors, such as H2O2 dosage, pH conditions, and the presence of carbonate and nitrate, were found to influence the degradation of SMM in the UV/H2O2 system.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Danping Li, Rongfang Yuan, Beihai Zhou, Huilun Chen
Summary: Four types of molecularly imprinted TiO2 photocatalysts exhibited different selectivity for sulfonamide antibiotics. The degradation rate constants of SD ranged from 0.0789 to 0.1051 min-1, while the removal rate constants of SMX varied from 0.1076 to 0.5848 min-1. The major transformation pathways of SAs involved bond cleavage, hydroxylation, ring-opening, oxidation, and deamination. The novel MIP-TiO2/SN and MIP-TiO2/AN showed excellent catalytic abilities with less byproducts formed.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiaoying Chen, Jianlong Wang
Summary: The study investigated the radiolytic degradation of antibiotic Cephalosporin C in different water matrices using gamma radiation, revealing a pseudo first-order kinetic reaction. The degradation rate increased with higher absorbed dose and acidic conditions, and the presence of inorganic anions negatively impacted the degradation process. Addition of hydrogen peroxide and peroxymonosulfate could accelerate Cephalosporin C degradation and reduce the toxicity of intermediate products.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Eslam Salama, Kenneth Mensah, Marwa ElKady, Hassan Shokry, Mahmoud Samy
Summary: In this study, pure zero-valent iron (ZVI) supported on silica and starch was used to enhance the activation of persulfate (PS) for tetracycline degradation. The synthesized catalysts were characterized and their physical and chemical properties were evaluated. The addition of light and the modified ZVI-Si/PS system improved the degradation performance of tetracycline. The optimal operating parameters were determined by response surface methodology, and the degradation pathway and mechanism were explained. Tetracycline degradation was influenced by the presence of inorganic ions and dissolved organic matter in different matrices.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Qian Zhang, Yang Li, Hua Li, Yuhan Zhang, Lishan Zhang, Shan Zhong, Xiaohua Shu
Summary: Fe-based composites have been studied extensively for their ability to improve energy utilization efficiency in plasma-based contaminant removal. However, the slow transformation of Fe(III) to Fe(II) compromises the energy efficiency and catalytic activity. In this study, FeS2 was introduced into a glow discharge plasma reactor to enhance the removal efficiency of tylosin. The presence of FeS2 resulted in increased generation of radicals and nonradicals, which played a critical role in tylosin abatement. Additionally, the electron-donating ability of FeS2 accelerated the conversion of Fe(III) to Fe(II), further facilitating radical generation. Furthermore, FeS2 promoted acid solution self-adjustment and improved the heterogeneous Fenton reaction and adsorption of tylosin. The integration of glow discharge plasma with FeS2 offers a promising technique for organic wastewater treatment.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Chen-Yu Zhao, Shaoguo Ru, Pengfei Cui, Xin Qi, Mayur B. Kurade, Swapnil M. Patil, Byong-Hun Jeon, Jiu-Qiang Xiong
Summary: This study investigated the ecotoxicological effects, biodegradation, and multiple metabolic pathways of enrofloxacin (ENR) by ryegrass, identifying key metabolic genes and proposing a biodegradation pathway. Results showed high removal rates of ENR by biodegradation and revealed the key functional genes involved in the degradation process. This study contributes to the understanding of antibiotic biodegradation in plants and highlights the potential of ryegrass in treating ENR-polluted water.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Kena Qin, Qingliang Zhao, Hang Yu, Xinhui Xia, Jianju Li, Shufei He, Liangliang Wei, Taicheng An
Summary: This review compares and evaluates the performance, degradation pathways, and potential mechanisms of bismuth-based catalysts and modified materials in antibiotic removal, showing that multi-component photocatalysts perform better than single-component photocatalysts.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Younmi Lee, Young Yoon Lee, Young Soo Kim, Kotnala Balaraju, Young Sun Mok, Suk Jae Yoo, Yongho Jeon
Summary: This study investigated the effects of cold plasma treatment on ginseng seed germination and surface sterilization. The treatment led to higher germination rates and effective surface sterilization. Cold plasma treatment showed stronger antifungal effects and reduced severity of root rot disease.
JOURNAL OF GINSENG RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sudhakaran Moopri Singer Pandiyarajan, Ganesh Kumar Veerasubramani, Roshan Mangal Bhattarai, Gnanaselvan Gnanasekaran, Sang Jae Kim, Young Sun Mok
Summary: A hierarchical MoS2-CNT(PPy)s structure was proposed as an electrode material for a symmetric supercapacitor, exhibiting expanded interlayer spacing and core-shell structure. By adding Na2MoO4 to the PVA/H2SO4 electrolyte, the specific capacitance of the MoS2-CNTPPy SSC can be increased threefold compared to the PVA/H2SO4 electrolyte, with excellent capacity retention.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Duc Ba Nguyen, Nosir Matyakubov, Shirjana Saud, Iljeong Heo, Sang-Joon Kim, Young Jin Kim, Jin Hee Lee, Young Sun Mok
Summary: A two-stage plasma catalyst system was researched for high-throughput NOx removal, showing that NO oxidation decreased with increasing feed gas humidity due to reduced O-3 generation.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Md Mokter Hossain, Young Sun Mok, Van Toan Nguyen, Teke Sosiawati, Byungjin Lee, Young Jin Kim, Jin Hee Lee, Iljeong Heo
Summary: Efficiently processing VOCs with nonthermal plasma and honeycomb catalyst poses a challenge for practical industrial applications. A study demonstrated the successful removal of dilute toluene from a large airstream using a plasma-honeycomb catalytic reactor, showcasing its potential for fast-flowing gas treatment with high toluene removal and CO2 selectivity.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING RESEARCH & DESIGN
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Roshan Mangal Bhattarai, Kisan Chhetri, Shirjana Saud, Sosiawati Teke, Sang Jae Kim, Young Sun Mok
Summary: We report a greener and scalable approach involving the synthesis of self-grown nanomaterials on a flexible conductive substrate, and the use of biomass waste to synthesize activated carbon. The combination of these two materials results in the fabrication of an asymmetric supercapacitor, which exhibits excellent energy density and stability.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Nosir Matyakubov, Duc Ba Nguyen, Shirjana Saud, Young Sun Mok
Summary: The removal of NOx over a Ag/gamma-Al2O3 catalyst coupled with gliding arc plasma at low temperatures was demonstrated. Pretreating n-heptane with gliding arc plasma before passing it through the catalyst zone increased the NOx removal efficiency by approximately 10% due to the presence of oxygenated hydrocarbons (OHCs) as reducing agents. The effectiveness of the OHCs generated during plasma pretreatment depends on the ratio of the exhaust gas flow rate to the reducing agent flow rate.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sanya Khursheed, Rida Tehreem, Muhammad Awais, Dilshad Hussain, Muhammad Imran Malik, Young Sun Mok, Ghayas Uddin Siddiqui
Summary: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of photocatalytic degradation using nitrogen and tungsten co-doped titania (TiO2) nanoparticles, which are cost-effective and environmentally friendly. The synthesized nanoparticles were analyzed using various techniques, including spectroscopy, microscopy, and spectrometry. The co-doping of metal and non-metal enhanced the photocatalytic properties of the TiO2 nanoparticles, particularly in the visible region. This resulted in improved absorption of visible light and reduced recombination of electron-hole pairs, leading to accelerated photodegradation. The bandgap of the titania nanoparticles was reduced after efficient doping, enabling the photodegradation of malachite green under visible light illumination. The results of photocatalytic degradation were confirmed using spectroscopy and high-performance liquid chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Roshan Mangal Bhattarai, Kisan Chhetri, Subramanian Natarajan, Shirjana Saud, Sang Jae Kim, Young Sun Mok
Summary: Cherry flower waste-derived activated carbon (CFAC) with self-doped nitrogen is synthesized and exhibits commendable performance as an electric double-layer capacitance (EDLC)-type electrode material and sodium-ion battery (NIB) electrode material.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Avik Denra, Nosir Matyakubov, Shirjana Saud, Sosiawati Teke, Duc Ba Nguyen, Young Sun Mok
Summary: This study investigated the use of gliding arc plasma and Ag/γ-Al2O3 catalyst to improve the removal efficiency of NOx from diesel engine exhaust gas. The experimental results showed that plasma treatment significantly enhanced the removal efficiency of NOx, especially at temperatures ranging from 127°C to 226°C. This enhancement was attributed to the reactivation of the catalyst and the production of hydrogen by the plasma.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Roshan M. Bhattarai, Kisan Chhetri, Nghia Le, Debendra Acharya, Shirjana Saud, Mai Cao Hoang Phuong Lan Nguyen, Sang Jae Kim, Young Sun Mok
Summary: In this study, Ni-Co-C-N composite alloys (NiCCZ) derived from metal-organic framework (MOF) were embedded inside carbon cloth (CC) strands to achieve ultrastable energy storage and conversion applications. The NiCCZ was then modified with oxygen to create a flower-like metal hydroxysulfide structure (NiCCZOS), which demonstrated excellent capacity as a supercapacitor electrode. When paired with nitrogen-rich activated carbon, the resulting asymmetric supercapacitor device showed impressive capacity retention and energy density. Furthermore, the same electrode exhibited excellent performance as a bifunctional water-splitting electrocatalyst. This unique metal chalcogenide composite electrode/substrate configuration is proposed as a highly stable material for flexible energy storage and conversion applications.
Review
Energy & Fuels
Kisan Chhetri, Anup Adhikari, Jyotendra Kunwar, Debendra Acharya, Roshan Mangal Bhattarai, Young Sun Mok, Achyut Adhikari, Amar Prasad Yadav, Hak Yong Kim
Summary: Zeolitic Imidazolate Frameworks (ZIFs) and their hybrid composites have shown promising potential in supercapacitors due to their excellent conductivity and high surface area. Pure ZIFs have poor electrochemical performance, but can be improved by mixing with other materials to prepare hybrid composites. ZIFs' porous structure and large surface area make them an ideal template for designing composites with excellent supercapacitor applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sosiawati Teke, Md. Mokter Hossain, Roshan Mangal Bhattarai, Shirjana Saud, Avik Denra, Mai Cao Hoang Phuong Lan Nguyen, Adnan Ali, Van Toan Nguyen, Young Sun Mok
Summary: In this study, Co3O4 nanoparticles were synthesized using microplasma, with successful results and particle sizes ranging from 10.9-17.7 nm depending on the synthesis conditions. This method eliminates harmful reducing agents and is efficient and cost-effective, making it widely applicable.
NANOSCALE ADVANCES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Adnan Ali, Sosiawati Teke, Ghayas Uddin Siddiqui, Young Sun Mok
Summary: We fabricated hybrid composite poly 4-vinlyphenol (PVPh)/graphene thin film using electrospray atomization deposition technique. The dielectric behavior of the PVPh/graphene hybrid composite was investigated and compared to PVPh. The results showed that the PVPh/graphene thin film exhibited better dielectric properties, especially at higher frequencies.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Shirjana Saud, Duc Ba Nguyen, Seung-Geon Kim, Nosir Matyakubov, Van Toan Nguyen, Young Sun Mok
Summary: The effect of background gas on ethylene removal was investigated in this study. The study found that the effectiveness of the system in terms of C2H4 abatement and recognition of reaction pathways varied based on the O-2 content in the background gas. The presence of a catalyst enhanced C2H4 removal and reduced the generation of toxic byproducts.
ACS AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Hyunji Eom, Eunjin Jwa, Yoon-Cheul Jeung, Kyo Sik Hwang, Namjo Jeong, Young Sun Mok, Joo-Youn Nam
Summary: In this study, a carbon-based electrode modified with physico/chemical methods was found to enhance H2O2 production in bioelectrochemical systems. Among the treatments, simultaneous heat and acid treatment showed the best result. The developed cathodes, particularly CB-H + A, demonstrated stable current generation and high H2O2 selectivity in continuous-flow BESs.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-WATER RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xinping Zhang, Yuxin Guo, Xiaoyang Liu, Shun-Yu Wu, Ya-Xuan Zhu, Shao-Zhe Wang, Qiu-Yi Duan, Ke-Fei Xu, Zi-Heng Li, Xiao-Yu Zhu, Guang-Yu Pan, Fu-Gen Wu
Summary: This study develops a nanotrigger HCFT for simultaneous photodynamic therapy and light-triggered ferroptosis therapy. The nanotrigger can relieve tumor hypoxia, induce enhanced photodynamic reaction, and facilitate the continuation of Fenton reaction, ultimately leading to lethal ferroptosis in tumor cells.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Olumide Bolarinwa Ayodele, Toyin Daniel Shittu, Olayinka S. Togunwa, Dan Yu, Zhen-Yu Tian
Summary: This study focused on the semihydrogenation of acetylene in an ethylene-rich stream using two alloyed Pt catalysts PtCu and PtCo. The PtCu catalyst showed higher activity and ethylene yield compared to PtCo due to its higher unoccupied Pt d-orbital density. This indicates that alloying Pt with Cu is more promising for industrial relevant SHA catalyst.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Guowei Chen, Wen-Cheng Chen, Yaozu Su, Ruicheng Wang, Jia-Ming Jin, Hui Liang, Bingxue Tan, Dehua Hu, Shaomin Ji, Hao-Li Zhang, Yanping Huo, Yuguang Ma
Summary: This study proposes an intramolecular dual-locking design for organic luminescent materials, achieving high luminescence efficiency and performance for deep-blue organic light-emitting diodes. The material also exhibits unique mechanochromic luminescence behavior and strong fatigue resistance.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Joren van Stee, Gregory Hermans, Jinu Joseph John, Koen Binnemans, Tom Van Gerven
Summary: This work presents a continuous solvent extraction method for the separation of cobalt and nickel in a millifluidic system using Cyphos IL 101 (C101) as the extractant. The optimal conditions for extraction performance and solvent properties were determined by investigating the effects of channel length, flow rate, and temperature. The performance of a developed manifold structure was compared to a single-channel system, and excellent separation results were achieved. The continuous separation process using the manifold structure resulted in high purity cobalt and nickel products.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yan Xu, Jingai Jiang, Xinyi Lv, Hui Li, Dongliang Yang, Wenjun Wang, Yanling Hu, Longcai Liu, Xiaochen Dong, Yu Cai
Summary: A programmed gas release nanoparticle was developed to address the challenges in treating diabetic infected wounds. It effectively removes drug-resistant pathogens and remodels the wound microenvironment using NO and H2S. The nanoparticle can eliminate bacteria and promote wound healing through antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tong Xia, Zhilin Xi, Lianquan Suo, Chen Wang
Summary: This study investigated a highly efficient coal dust suppressant with low initial viscosity and high adhesion-solidification properties. The results demonstrated that the dust suppressant formed a network of multiple hydrogen bonding cross-linking and achieved effective adhesion and solidification of coal dust through various chemical reactions.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jinzhi Cai, Zhenshan Li
Summary: A density functional theory-based rate equation was developed to predict the gas-solid reaction kinetics of CaO carbonation with CO2 in calcium looping. The negative activation energy of CaO carbonation close to equilibrium was accurately predicted through experimental validation.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jianxiong Chen, Fuhao Ren, Ningning Yin, Jie Mao
Summary: This study presents an economically efficient and easily implementable surface modification approach to enhance the high-temperature electrical insulation and energy storage performance of polymer dielectrics. The self-assembly of high-insulation-performance boron nitride nanosheets (BNNS) on the film surface through electrostatic interactions effectively impedes charge injection from electrodes while promoting charge dissipation and heat transfer.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zijian Li, Zhaohui Yang, Shao Wang, Hongxia Luo, Zhimin Xue, Zhenghui Liu, Tiancheng Mu
Summary: This study reports a strategy for upgrading polyester plastics into value-added chemicals using electrocatalytic methods. By inducing the targeted transfer of *OH species, polyethylene terephthalate was successfully upgraded into potassium diformate with high purity. This work not only develops an excellent electrocatalyst, but also provides guidance for the design of medium entropy metal oxides.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Navneet Singh Shekhawat, Surendra Kumar Patra, Ashok Kumar Patra, Bamaprasad Bag
Summary: This study primarily focuses on developing a sulphur dyeing process at room temperature using bacterial Lysate, which is environmentally friendly, energy and cost effective, and sustainable. The process shows promising improvements in dye uptake and fastness properties.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Dengjia Shen, Hongyang Ma, Madani Khan, Benjamin S. Hsiao
Summary: This study developed cationic PVC nanofibrous membranes with high filtration and adsorption capability for the removal of bacteria and hexavalent chromium ions from wastewater. The membranes demonstrated remarkable performance in terms of filtration efficiency and maximum adsorption capacity. Additionally, modified nanofibrous membranes were produced using recycled materials and showed excellent retention rates in dynamic adsorption processes.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaoyan Wang, Zhikun Wang, Ben Jia, Chunling Li, Shuangqing Sun, Songqing Hu
Summary: Inspired by photosystem II, self-supported Fe-doped NiCoP nanowire arrays modified with carboxylate were constructed to boost industrial-level overall water splitting by employing the concerted proton-coupled electron transfer mechanism. The introduction of Fe and carboxyl ligand led to improved catalytic activity for HER and OER, and NCFCP@NF exhibited long-term durability for overall water splitting.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Pengyao Yu, Ge Yang, Yongming Chai, Lubomira Tosheva, Chunzheng Wang, Heqing Jiang, Chenguang Liu, Hailing Guo
Summary: Thin LTA zeolite membranes were prepared through secondary growth of nano LTA seeds in a highly reactive gel, resulting in membranes with superior permeability and selectivity in gas separation applications.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Baiqin Zhou, Huiping Li, Ziyu Wang, Hui Huang, Yujun Wang, Ruichun Yang, Ranran Huo, Xiaoyan Xu, Ting Zhou, Xiaochen Dong
Summary: The use of machine learning to predict the performance of specific adsorbents in phosphate adsorption shows great promise in saving time and revealing underlying mechanisms. However, the small size of the dataset and insufficient detailed information limits the model training process and the accuracy of results. To address this, the study employs a fuzzing strategy that replaces detailed numeric information with descriptive text messages on the physiochemical properties of adsorbents. This strategy allows the recovery of discarded samples with limited information, leading to accurate prediction of adsorption amount, capacity, and kinetics. The study also finds that phosphate uptake by adsorbents is generally through physisorption, with some involvement of chemisorption. The framework established in this study provides a practical approach for quickly predicting phosphate adsorption performance in urgent scenarios, using easily accessible information.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Paula Alejandra Lamprea Pineda, Joren Bruneel, Kristof Demeestere, Lisa Deraedt, Tex Goetschalckx, Herman Van Langenhove, Christophe Walgraeve
Summary: This study evaluates the use of four esterified fatty acids and three vegetable oils as absorption liquids for hydrophobic VOCs. The experimental results show that isopropyl myristate is the most efficient liquid for absorbing the target VOCs.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)