Article
Environmental Sciences
Sophia Rodopoulou, Massimo Stafoggia, Jie Chen, Kees de Hoogh, Mariska Bauwelinck, Amar J. Mehta, Jochem O. Klompmaker, Bente Oftedal, Danielle Vienneau, Nicole A. H. Janssen, Maciej Strak, Zorana J. Andersen, Matteo Renzi, Giulia Cesaroni, Carl Fredrik Nordheim, Terese Bekkevold, Richard Atkinson, Francesco Forastiere, Klea Katsouyanni, Bert Brunekreef, Evangelia Samoli, Gerard Hoek
Summary: The study found an association between most ambient particulate matter components and natural mortality, but this association was reduced after adjusting for PM2.5 and especially NO2.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Matteo Renzi, Massimo Stafoggia, Paola Michelozzi, Marina Davoli, Francesco Forastiere, Angelo G. Solimini
Summary: There is a positive association between air pollution and venous thromboembolisms (VTE), particularly in relation to PM2.5 exposure. This association is stronger in younger individuals and those with cancer.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Anna Stapleton, Maribel Casas, Judith Garcia, Raquel Garcia, Jordi Sunyer, Stefano Guerra, Alicia Abellan, Iris Lavi, Carlota Dobano, Marta Vidal, Mireia Gascon
Summary: The study revealed that prenatal exposure to PM10 and PMcoarse had consistent associations with reduced lung function, while associations with postnatal exposure were less consistent. An increase in CC16 levels at age 4 was associated with improved lung function, but no significant associations were found between air pollution and CC16.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chan Nie, Zhifeng Li, Tingting Yang, Jianqin Zhong, Qiaolan Liu, Fei Mi, Jianhong Yu, Yongyue Pan, Haidong Kan, Feng Hong
Summary: This study found that long-term exposure to ambient particulate matter (PM) may be associated with an increased risk of gallstone disease (GSD) in Chinese adults, especially among males, drinkers, and central obesity participants. Dyslipidemia partially mediated the relationship between PM and GSD.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Rina So, Jie Chen, Amar J. Mehta, Shuo Liu, Maciej Strak, Kathrin Wolf, Ulla A. Hvidtfeldt, Sophia Rodopoulou, Massimo Stafoggia, Jochem O. Klompmaker, Evangelia Samoli, Ole Raaschou-Nielsen, Richard Atkinson, Mariska Bauwelinck, Tom Bellander, Marie-Christine Boutron-Ruault, Jorgen Brandt, Bert Brunekreef, Giulia Cesaroni, Hans Concin, Francesco Forastiere, Carla H. van Gils, John Gulliver, Ole Hertel, Barbara Hoffmann, Kees de Hoogh, Nicole Janssen, Youn-Hee Lim, Rudi Westendorp, Jeanette T. Jorgensen, Klea Katsouyanni, Matthias Ketzel, Anton Lager, Alois Lang, Petter L. Ljungman, Patrik K. E. Magnusson, Gabriele Nagel, Mette K. Simonsen, Goran Pershagen, Raphael S. Peter, Annette Peters, Matteo Renzi, Debora Rizzuto, Torben Sigsgaard, Danielle Vienneau, Gudrun Weinmayr, Gianluca Severi, Daniela Fecht, Anne Tjonneland, Karin Leander, Gerard Hoek, Zorana J. Andersen
Summary: This study suggests that particulate matter air pollution and diesel engine exhaust may increase the risk of liver cancer.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CANCER
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Melissa R. Fiffer, Huichu Li, Hari S. Iyer, Rachel C. Nethery, Qi Sun, Peter James, Jeff D. Yanosky, Joel D. Kaufman, Jaime E. Hart, Francine Laden
Summary: This study examined the associations between various environmental exposures and HbA1c levels in non-diabetic adults. The findings showed inconsistent associations between environmental exposures and HbA1c levels, suggesting a need for further research on biological pathways.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jialin Li, Xirong Xiao, Pengpeng Wang, Xia Meng, Yuhan Zhou, Huijing Shi, Chuanmin Yin, Yunhui Zhang
Summary: The study found an association between PM2.5 exposure and GDM risk, and suggested that the relationship between 25(OH)D and HbA1c may be mediated. Results indicated a complex relationship among PM2.5 exposure, VD status, and HbA1c.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Festina Balidemaj, Erin Flanagan, Ebba Malmqvist, Ralf Rittner, Karin Kallen, Daniel Oudin Astrom, Anna Oudin
Summary: This study investigated the relationships between prenatal exposure to different sources of PM2.5 and birth weight, finding that each local source of PM2.5 was associated with reduced birth weight, with only small-scale residential heating clearly linked to low birth weight.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xin Wang, Ning Ding, Sioban D. Harlow, John F. Randolph Jr, Ellen B. Gold, Carol Derby, Howard M. Kravitz, Gail Greendale, Xiangmei Wu, Keita Ebisu, Joel Schwartz, Sung Kyun Park
Summary: This study investigated the association between air pollution and levels of estradiol (E2) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) in women during menopause. The findings showed that increased levels of PM2.5 and NO2 were associated with significant decreases in E2 levels, while increased levels of NO2 were associated with decreases in FSH levels. This suggests that air pollutants have a detrimental impact on women's reproductive hormones.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ruthie Harari-Kremer, Ronit Calderon-Margalit, Tim I. M. Korevaar, Daniel Nevo, David Broday, Rai Kloog, Itamar Grotto, Isabella Karakis, Alexandra Shtein, Alon Haim, Raanan Raz
Summary: The study revealed a positive association between third-trimester nitrogen oxide exposure and CHT, as well as a similar association for nitrogen dioxide. There was no evidence of residual confounding or bias by correlation among exposure periods for these associations.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Juan Chen, Junkai Fang, Ying Zhang, Zhouyang Xu, Hyang-Min Byun, Peng-hui Li, Furong Deng, Xinbiao Guo, Liqiong Guo, Shaowei Wu
Summary: High exposure to air pollution before and during pregnancy, especially particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and carbon monoxide, is associated with an increased risk of preterm birth and low birth weight. The risk is most apparent when the proportion of days with daily average particulate matter exceeding WHO standards increases.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ulla Arthur Hvidtfeldt, Jie Chen, Sophia Rodopoulou, Maciej Strak, Kees de Hoogh, Tom Bellander, J. orgen Brandt, Francesco Forastiere, Boel Brynedal, Ole Hertel, Barbara Hoffmann, Klea Katsouyanni, Matthias Ketzel, Karin Leander, Patrik K. E. Magnusson, Gabriele Nagel, Goran Pershagen, Debora Rizzuto, Evangelia Samoli, Rina So, Massimo Stafoggia, Anne Tj Onneland, Gudrun Weinmayr, Kathrin Wolf, Emanuel Zitt, Bert Brunekreef, Gerard Hoek, Ole Raaschou-Nielsen
Summary: This study assessed the association between residential exposure to air pollution and multiple myeloma. The results showed no significant association between long-term ambient air pollution exposure and the incidence of multiple myeloma.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zengjing Liu, Adam A. Szpiro, Tsegaselassie Workalemahu, Michael T. Young, Joel D. Kaufman, Daniel A. Enquobahrie
Summary: This study found associations between PM2.5 exposure and gestational weight gain and birth weight, which may be affected by exposure window and pre-pregnancy BMI. Further exploration of these associations is needed to better understand their impact on maternal and child health outcomes.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zijie Pei, Mengqi Wu, Wenyuan Zhu, Yaxian Pang, Yujie Niu, Rong Zhang, Helin Zhang
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the associations of ambient air pollutants with prevalence of pulmonary nodule. The results showed positive associations between prevalence of pulmonary nodules and PM2.5 as well as O3 levels. Platelet count (PLT) acted as the mediator of pulmonary nodules related to PM2.5 exposure, while neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio (PLR) were the mediators of pulmonary nodules related to O3 exposure.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Emeline Lequy, Mohammad Javad Zare Sakhvidi, Danielle Vienneau, Kees de Hoogh, Jie Chen, Jean-Francois Dupuy, Valerie Gares, Emilie Burte, Olivier Bouaziz, Alain Le Tertre, Verene Wagner, Ole Hertel, Jesper Heile Christensen, Sergey Zhivin, Jack Siemiatycki, Marcel Goldberg, Marie Zins, Benedicte Jacquemin
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between long-term exposure to PM2.5 and cancer risk using two different exposure assessment methods. The findings confirm the association between air pollution and cancer risk.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Menno Straatsma, Peter Droogers, Johannes Hunink, Wilbert Berendrecht, Joost Buitink, Wouter Buytaert, Derek Karssenberg, Oliver Schmitz, Edwin H. Sutanudjaja, L. P. H. van Beek (Rens), Claudia Vitolo, Marc F. P. Bierkens
ENVIRONMENTAL MODELLING & SOFTWARE
(2020)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Wang Youwei, Joep E. A. Storms, Allard W. Martinius, Derek Karssenberg, Hemmo A. Abels
Summary: Alluvial stratigraphy formation is influenced by both autogenic processes and external forcing. Research shows that cyclic patterns can be observed in the formation of alluvial successions. Modeling studies suggest that cyclic alluvial stratigraphic patterns occur when there is cyclicity in the ratio of sediment supply over water discharge.
Article
Environmental Sciences
A. S. Duden, P. A. Verweij, Y. V. Kraak, L. P. H. van Beek, N. Wanders, D. J. Karssenberg, E. H. Sutanudjaja, F. van der Hilst
Summary: The study assesses the impacts of ethanol-driven sugarcane expansion on agricultural and hydrological drought in Brazil, revealing higher risks of drought in the Central West and Southeast regions, which could lead to significant agricultural losses and water scarcity issues. Policy makers can use this information to take precautionary measures to mitigate the negative hydrological impacts of increased ethanol demand.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Thao Minh Lam, Ilonca Vaartjes, Diederick E. Grobbee, Derek Karssenberg, Jeroen Lakerveld
Summary: In the past two decades, the concept of the built environment has emerged as an important determinant of obesity, with numerous studies attempting to link environmental characteristics to weight-related outcomes. While most studies have not confirmed the influence of built environments on weight, there is evidence for some obesogenic environmental characteristics.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH GEOGRAPHICS
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Kor de Jong, Debabrata Panja, Marc van Kreveld, Derek Karssenberg
Summary: This study evaluates the use of an asynchronous many-task approach in implementing a scalable modelling framework, showing the successful utilization of additional hardware to improve model execution speed.
ENVIRONMENTAL MODELLING & SOFTWARE
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Maartje P. Poelman, Mary Nicolaou, S. Coosje Dijkstra, Joreintje D. Mackenbach, Meng Lu, Derek Karssenberg, Marieke B. Snijder, Ilonca Vaartjes, Karien Stronks
Summary: The neighborhood food environment in Amsterdam is shown to be less supportive of a healthy diet and less diverse for ethnic minority groups compared to participants of Dutch origin. Ethnic minorities like Turkish, Moroccan, and South-Asian Surinamese descent tend to live in areas with higher fast-food outlet density than ethnic Dutch participants. However, there is no evidence to suggest that these neighborhood food environment characteristics directly contribute to ethnic differences in diet quality.
PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Min Yang, Julian Hagenauer, Martin Dijst, Marco Helbich
Summary: Perceived deteriorations in the physical environment of neighborhoods post-migration are associated with poorer mental health outcomes for migrants. Individual-level characteristics, particularly migrants' physical health condition, seem to play a more significant role compared to perceived changes in the neighborhood environment.
Article
Economics
Joost de Kruijf, Peter van der Waerden, Tao Feng, Lars Bocker, Dea van Lierop, Dick Ettema, Martin Dijst
Summary: The study found that adverse weather conditions, such as snow, ice, total precipitation, and high windspeed, negatively impact the choice of e-bike commuting to work. Although air temperature has a positive impact on e-cycling overall, the likelihood of commuting by e-bike decreases at higher temperatures.
TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH PART A-POLICY AND PRACTICE
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Youchen Shen, Jessica Ruijsch, Meng Lu, Edwin H. Sutanudjaja, Derek Karssenberg
Summary: To improve streamflow predictions, researchers used a Random Forests-based approach to correct predictions from a global hydrological model. By applying the RF-based error-correction model, they were able to significantly improve the accuracy of the model's streamflow simulations.
COMPUTERS & GEOSCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Anna-Maria Ntarladima, Derek Karssenberg, Ilonca Vaartjes, Diederick E. Grobbee, Oliver Schmitz, Meng Lu, Jolanda Boer, Gerard Koppelman, Judith Vonk, Roel Vermeulen, Gerard Hoek, Ulrike Gehring
Summary: This study compared exposure assessment methodologies that utilize children's time-activity patterns with residence-based exposure assessment methods, finding high correlations between the two approaches and similar associations with decreases in lung function, indicating that residential exposures sufficiently capture annual average air pollution exposures for 8-year-old children in the Netherlands.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Meng Lu, Ruoying Dai, Cjestmir de Boer, Oliver Schmitz, Ingeborg Kooter, Simona Cristescu, Derek Karssenberg
Summary: Statistical learning models have been used to study the spatial patterns of NO2, with validation typically based on bootstrapped split-sampling of ground station measurements. However, this method may not accurately represent spatial variations in air pollution. External mobile measurements are crucial for reliable model evaluations, as they provide detailed and continuous information on pollution patterns.
ATMOSPHERIC POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Youchen Shen, Kees de Hoogh, Oliver Schmitz, Nicholas Clinton, Karin Tuxen-Bettman, Jorgen Brandt, Jesper H. Christensen, Lise M. Frohn, Camilla Geels, Derek Karssenberg, Roel Vermeulen, Gerard Hoek
Summary: By using geographically weighted regression and random forest, this study aimed to improve European land-use regression models. The inclusion of spatially-varying relationships in the models resulted in better explanations of the spatial variations in air pollution concentrations, and allowed for the construction of time-varying exposure-health risk models.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Meng Lu, Oliver Schmitz, Kees de Hoogh, Gerard Hoek, Qirui Li, Derek Karssenberg
Summary: A model combining statistical and agent-based modeling is proposed to assess long-term and large-population exposure to air pollution by treating mobility-related variables as random variables. Probability distributions for these variables are estimated or derived from mobility datasets. An exposure model is implemented on top of the activity model, using hourly air pollution maps for exposure assessment.
ENVIRONMENTAL MODELLING & SOFTWARE
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Jitse Bijlmakers, Jasper Griffioen, Derek Karssenberg
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the impacts of environmental drivers, including river discharge, river channel dynamics, precipitation, and forest fires, on the spatio-temporal dynamics of grasslands in the Nepalese and Indian Terai Arc Landscape. The findings showed that grassland patches have decreased in abundance and size due to encroachment of forest. Conversion of grassland to bare substrate outside the floodplain is associated with extreme precipitation events, while within the floodplain, it correlates with the magnitude of the annual peak discharge of the Karnali River. However, since 2009, the main discharge channel shift has led to the expansion of alluvial tall grasslands.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Anna-Maria Ntarladima, Derek Karssenberg, Maartje Poelman, Diederick E. Grobbee, Meng Lu, Oliver Schmitz, Maciej Strak, Nicole Janssen, Gerard Hoek, Ilonca Vaartjes
Summary: The study aimed to assess the relationship between fast-food environment and diabetes prevalence in urban and rural environments in the Netherlands. The results suggested a positive association between fast-food outlet exposures and diabetes prevalence, with no significant differences between urban and rural areas. The presence indicator showed the most consistent results across different buffer sizes.
LANCET PLANETARY HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Muqiu Hu, Xin Zhao, Jinghan Gu, Lulu Qian, Zhiqing Wang, Yuanyuan Nie, Xiaoyu Han, Long An, Haiqiang Jiang
Summary: Due to its simple process, environmental friendliness, and low operating costs, biometallurgy has become a popular technology for metals recovering from low-grade ores and tailings. An optimized agar was used to isolate and grow functional bacteria, resulting in the successful isolation of six functional stains. These strains were further tested for their ability to leach metals from polymetallic sulfide tailings, with significant improvements observed when the strains were mixed together. The selection of leaching process should be based on tailings composition and target metals.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Saqib Hassan, Aswin Thacharodi, Anshu Priya, R. Meenatchi, Thanushree A. Hegde, R. Thangamani, Ht Nguyen, Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
Summary: An Endocrine Disrupting Chemical (EDC) is a compound that disrupts the function of the endocrine system and is found in the environment. EDCs, such as Bisphenol A and pesticides, have been shown to have negative effects on the female reproductive system. Understanding the relationship between EDCs and women's health is crucial for developing strategies to protect reproductive health and informing public policy decisions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lichang Zhou, Zhaoling Li, Boyi Cheng, Jinqi Jiang, Xinqi Bi, Zongping Wang, Guanghao Chen, Gang Guo
Summary: Thiosulfate can promote sulfur-mediated bacterial activity, inhibit glycogen accumulating organisms, and enhance denitrification efficiency. After the carbon source is reduced, the competitive ability of glycogen accumulating organisms increases, resulting in reduced sulfate reduction.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Claire E. Campbell, Devyn L. Cotter, Katherine L. Bottenhorn, Elisabeth Burnor, Hedyeh Ahmadi, W. James Gauderman, Carlos Cardenas-Iniguez, Daniel Hackman, Rob McConnell, Kiros Berhane, Joel Schwartz, Jiu-Chiuan Chen, Megan M. Herting
Summary: Recent studies have found a connection between air pollution and increased risk for behavioral problems during development. However, more longitudinal studies are needed to investigate how exposure during the transition to adolescence may affect emotional behaviors.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jing-hong Liang, Ru-yu Yang, Mei-ling Liu, Ying-qi Pu, Wen-wen Bao, Yu Zhao, Li-xin Hu, Yu-shan Zhang, Shan Huang, Nan Jiang, Xue-ya Pu, Shao-yi Huang, Guang-hui Dong, Ya-jun Chen
Summary: This study examines the association between urban Green and blue spaces (GBS) exposure and Emotion and behavior problems (EBP) in youth populations. The findings suggest that higher exposure to GBS, particularly green spaces (GS) and blue spaces (BS), is associated with a decrease in the risk of developing total difficulties in young individuals. The joint effect of GS and BS may also contribute to the decrease in EBPs.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Diego Ruiz-Sobremazas, Mario Ruiz Coca, Miguel Morales-Navas, Rocio Rodulfo-Cardenas, Caridad Lopez-Granero, Maria Teresa Colomina, Cristian Perez-Fernandez, Fernando Sanchez-Santed
Summary: Air pollution is associated with a range of health issues and gestational exposure to environmental pollutants may be linked to neurodevelopmental disorders. This study investigated the effects of oral gestational exposure to particulate matter (PM) on ultrasonic vocalizations (USV). The findings suggest that this exposure may lead to social deficits and abnormal gene expression related to neurotransmitter systems. Further research is needed to better understand the effects of air pollution on neurodevelopmental disorders and the neurotransmission systems involved.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yagmur Kabakci, Sadiye Kosar, Ozgur Dogan, Fehmi Gorkem Uctug, Osman Atilla Arikan
Summary: This study investigated the effect of electrohydrolysis pretreatment on municipal solid waste. The results showed that applying electrohydrolysis pretreatment increased methane production and reduced the time required for hydrolysis, suggesting it is a promising method to improve anaerobic digestion efficiency.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chuanwu Zhao, Yaozhong Pan, Hanyi Wu, Yu Zhu
Summary: This study analyzed the impact of industrial zones on urban heat islands using remote sensing images and a novel spectral index. The research found that the contraction or expansion of industrial zones has a significant effect on land surface temperature. The results are valuable for environmental assessment and fine management of industrial cities.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bang Du, Zhongzhong Wang, Piet N. L. Lens, Xinmin Zhan, Guangxue Wu
Summary: This study investigated the performance, syntrophic relationships, microbial communities, and metabolic pathways of ethanol-fed reactors with different operational modes and solids retention times. The results showed that different microorganisms were enriched under different SRT conditions, and syntrophic bacteria related to methane production could be enriched under low SRT conditions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gokulan Ravindiran, Sivarethinamohan Rajamanickam, Muralikrishnan Ramalingam, Gasim Hayder, Balamurugan Karupaiya Sathaiah, Madhava Krishna Reddy Gaddam, Senthil Kumar Muniasamy, Priya Arunkumar
Summary: The present study investigated the sustainable approach for wastewater treatment using waste algal blooms. The biochar produced by the marine algae Ulva reticulata was used to remove chromium, nickel, and zinc from aqueous solutions. The study examined the adsorbents' properties and stability using SEM/EDX, FTIR, and XRD. The results showed that the biochar had high removal efficiency for the toxic metals, and the packed bed column effectively removed the heavy metal ions. The Thomas and Adams-Bohart models were found to best fit the regression values, and desorption studies were conducted to understand the sorption and elution processes.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Vignesh Vinayagam, Kavitha Nagarasampatti Palani, Sudha Ganesh, Siddharth Rajesh, Vedha Varshini Akula, Ramapriyan Avoodaiappan, Omkar Singh Kushwaha, Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
Summary: The presence of pollutants in water contributes to global pollution and poses significant threats to humans and wildlife. Finding effective wastewater treatment techniques is crucial for reducing pollutant accumulation in the environment. This paper highlights recent advances in the electrochemical advanced oxidation method and other processes for treating pharmaceuticals, dyes, and pesticide-polluted effluents.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
M. M. M. Ahmed, Kai-Yue Chen, Fang-Yu Tsao, Yi-Cheng Hsieh, Yu-Ting Liu, Min Tzou
Summary: This study investigated the sorption of citric acid onto humic acid-iron hydr(o)xide coprecipitate (HAFHCP) and the reciprocal effects of citric acid and P sorption on HAFHCP. The results showed that citric acid could increase P availability and have an impact on P sorption.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xibo Xu, Zeqiang Wang, Xiaoning Song, Wenjie Zhan, Shuting Yang
Summary: The selection of predictor variables is crucial in building a digital mapping model for potentially toxic elements (PTEs) in soil. Traditionally, spatial and spectral parameters have been used as predictor variables, but the temporal dimension is often overlooked. This study demonstrates the value of incorporating temporal indices in the model, leading to significant performance improvements. The temporal-spatial-spectral covariate combinations used in a random forest (RF) algorithm achieve satisfactory mapping accuracy and outperform other methods.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yan Pei, Xun Liu, Mengbo Cao, Zijun Wang, Hongbing Yang
Summary: Heteroatom doping can reconfigure the electronic structure of heterogeneous catalysts, leading to the development of advanced oxidation water purification materials with superior performance and stability. In this study, a series of catalysts with different elemental doping were prepared using a simple and environmentally friendly method. The S-doped NiCo2O4 catalyst showed excellent catalytic performance for the removal of Tetracycline, with significantly increased kinetic constant and high oxidation and mineralization efficiency in a wide pH range. The degradation process was dominated by non-radical oxidation pathway after S doping, and the overall process moved towards low toxicity.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Srivalli Thimmarayan, Harshavardhan Mohan, Gaddapara Manasa, Karthi Natesan, Shanmugam Mahendran, Pavithra Muthukumar Sathya, Byung-Taek Oh, R. Ravi Kumar, Rangasamy Sigamani Gandhimathi, Arul Jayaprakash, Kamala-Kannan Seralathan
Summary: This study investigated the bacterial degradation of naphthalene (NPT) isolated from crude oil-contaminated soil. Bacillus sp. GN 3.4, a potential bacteria for NPT biodegradation, was isolated and the optimal conditions for NPT degradation were determined. The study suggests that Bacillus sp. GN 3.4 could potentially aid in bioremediation by eliminating NPT from the soil.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)