Article
Environmental Sciences
Ana Galveias, Helena Ribeiro, Fernanda Guimaraes, Maria Joao Costa, Pedro Rodrigues, Ana R. Costa, Ilda Abreu, Celia M. Antunes
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the interaction between particulate matter (PM) and pollen in different cities and its impact on allergic reactions. The physical-chemical properties of PM adhered to pollen were analyzed, revealing similar physical characteristics but different chemical compositions in the studied cities.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
David Wertheim, Lisa Miyashita, Gary Foley, Ian Gill, Richard Giddens, Gavin Gillmore, Ruaraidh Dobson, Sean Semple, Ana Rule, Jonathan Grigg
Summary: Using confocal microscopy, this study examined the three-dimensional appearances and elemental characteristics of particulate matter found in the air at roadside and underground railway stations. The results showed that some particles have sharp surfaces, and the particles at the railway station primarily consist of iron, calcium, and silicon.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Aleksandra Popowich, Thomas Lam, Edward P. Vicenzi
Summary: A new standards-based SEM-EDS method was used to analyze the thin-film coating of an 18th-century French textile decorated with metal threads. The study found that the thread coating was an alloy of approximately 80% Au and 20% Ag on a nominally pure Ag substrate, matching the minimum gold standard allowed for goods around the time of manufacture. The computed gilding thicknesses vary from single digit nm to 300 nm due to surface inhomogeneities formed during production.
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Mark Pownceby, David A. McCallum, Warren J. Bruckard
Summary: A characterization study was conducted to identify the impurities, liberation degree of chromite, and possible beneficiation options of chromite ore from South Africa. The study used various techniques including bulk assays, X-ray diffraction, optical and scanning electron microscopy, and quantitative evaluation of mineral by scanning electron microscopy (QEMSCAN) and electron probe microanalysis (EPMA). The results showed that the ore contained 40.5% Cr2O3 with major impurities being Al2O3, MgO, and SiO2. The dominant mineral phase was chrome-rich spinel, and contaminant phases included siliceous minerals, plagioclase, Cr-rich diopside, and phlogopite mica. Upgrading test work demonstrated that stage crushing followed by wet gravity concentration produced a high-quality chromite product.
Review
Environmental Sciences
E. Nozza, S. Valentini, G. Melzi, R. Vecchi, E. Corsini
Summary: This review examines the potential link between outdoor particulate matter and health outcomes, specifically focusing on pulmonary infections and the observed negative effects. The literature suggests that particulate matter can threaten human health by increasing susceptibility or direct interaction with infectious agents.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Raphael Pietzsch, Nicholas J. Tosca, Joao Paulo Gomes, Sascha Roest-Ellis, Ana Carolina Leonel Sartorato, Sandra Nelis Tonietto
Summary: The research conducted in lacustrine carbonate rocks from the Santos Basin in Brazil revealed high phosphorus content sourced from phosphatic bioclasts and authigenic phosphate. Phosphorus was found to be associated with specific calcite textures potentially reflecting primary sedimentary conditions. This study suggests that phosphate inhibition of calcium carbonate precipitation may have played a key role in maintaining high calcium carbonate saturation and influencing distinctive carbonate growth textures.
GEOCHIMICA ET COSMOCHIMICA ACTA
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Weihua Zhou, Yonghua Meng, Fenghui Duan, Wei Huang, Jiahao Yao, Jie Pan, Yinxiao Wang, Yi Li
Summary: The study found that the formation of the tau(3) phase (Zr50Cu29Ni2Al19 intermetallics) is triggered when the oxygen level reaches 350 ppm, with oxygen mainly concentrated in this phase. Additionally, the lattice parameter of the tau(3) phase increases with the oxygen content.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Giulia Papa, Giancarlo Capitani, Marco Pellecchia, Ilaria Negri
Summary: Global demand for bee pollen as a dietary supplement is rising, but contamination from environmental pollutants is a concern. Current data on bee pollen contamination mainly focus on pesticides and heavy metals, with little research on potential pollution from airborne particulate matter.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
Article
Spectroscopy
Longchun Bian, Changhua Hu, Qiue Cao
Summary: This study employs EPMA technique to determine the trace elemental Pd in automobile exhaust catalysts containing only Pd, and investigates the impact of measurement parameters on the analysis precision. The results demonstrate the significance and potential of this analysis method in the production of exhaust catalysts and the recovery of precious metals.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART B-ATOMIC SPECTROSCOPY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Mouad Essani, Victor Krawiec, Emmanuelle Brackx, Emmanuel Excoffier, Philippe Jonnard
Summary: A simple and fast method for thickness measurements using EPMA is described, which determines thickness by measuring the distance electrons travel inside the sample before crossing through it. The method does not require knowledge of instrumental parameters and can be applied to non-bulk samples. Experimental results show that the method can accurately measure the thickness of particles.
MICROSCOPY AND MICROANALYSIS
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Zhenjie Wang, Mengmeng Xu, Yanhua Wang, Ting Wang, Nan Wu, Wenjing Zheng, Huawei Duan
Summary: The study investigated the impact of PM exposure on surfactant proteins, finding a significant decrease in circulating SP-D and an increase in serum SP-A among smokers. These results suggest that circulating surfactant proteins may serve as biomarkers for respiratory injury caused by air particulate matter.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Victoria T. Seller, Charles D. Brilliant, Claire Morgan, Sam P. Lewis, Jamie Duckers, Frederic A. Boy, Paul D. Lewis
Summary: This study found that ventilation through opening doors or windows in a bathroom after using aerosol antiperspirant can effectively reduce PM2.5 and PM10 concentrations, and prevent exceedances of WHO guideline values. Opening the bathroom window can also increase peak PM concentrations in the nearby bedroom, suggesting increased dispersion of PM from bathroom to bedroom.
BUILDING AND ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Juan Carlos Vizuet-de-Rueda, Josaphat Miguel Montero-Vargas, Miguel Angel Galvan-Morales, Raul Porras-Gutierrez-de-Velasco, Luis M. Teran
Summary: Respiratory allergies have a significant impact on human health worldwide. The study of these allergies requires new technologies, such as proteomics, which can enable early and accurate diagnosis and treatment. Proteomics has been applied to identify and analyze proteins using mass spectrometry, leading to advancements in diagnosing and treating respiratory allergic diseases.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Kai Wang, Dan Shen, Pengyuan Dai, Chunmei Li
Summary: Particulate matter (PM) is a significant environmental stressor for the poultry industry worldwide, as it can adsorb and carry various pollutants, including pathogens. High concentrations of PM can induce respiratory inflammation and diseases in poultry. However, the exact pathogenic mechanism of PM in poultry houses is still unclear due to its complexity and lack of accurate assays.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Bala Krishnan Ganesan, Ranjith Thangavel, Megala Moorthy, Seo-Jun Lee, Won-Sub Yoon, Yun-Sung Lee
Summary: The research applied a hybrid mixed electrolyte strategy to ion capacitors to overcome rapid cycle decay issues in high-energy SICs. By using molybdenum disulphide nanocrystals on the anode, the constructed SICs exhibited high energy density and low energy loss in a mixed ion electrolyte.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2021)
Article
Geology
S. Leal, A. Lima, F. Noronha, J. Mortensen, D. MacKenzie
Summary: The Bigorne deposit is a orogenic gold system located in the northern Iberia, with gold-bearing veins cutting through synorogenic Variscan granites. The mineralization includes quartz-sulfide veins, disseminated sulfides, hydrothermal alteration, and oxidize fractures. The thermal evolution suggests that gold deposition occurred at lower temperatures. Isotope studies indicate that the gold-bearing fluid was generated from deep-crustal rocks during decompression triggered by crustal uplift.
ORE GEOLOGY REVIEWS
(2022)
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Iuliu Bobos, Carlos Marques de Sa, Fernando Noronha
Summary: Scheelitization of Mn-bearing wolframite, scheelite, quartz, and Fe,Mn-chlorite veins was observed in the W, (Cu,Mo) ore deposits of Borralha. The formation of scheelite was mainly influenced by a low salinity aqueous-carbonic fluid dominated by CO2 during stage I, then dominated by CH4 during stage II, and finally a lower temperature mineralizing aqueous fluid during stage III. The salinity gradually decreased throughout the stages. The analysis of quartz-water and wolframite-water fractionation indicated that they fell within the magmatic water range. The fractionation of chlorite-water decreased with increasing temperature.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Ana Goncalves, Helena Sant'Ovaia, Helena Cristina Brites Martins, Fernando Noronha
Summary: The Valpacos and Freixo de Numao granites in Northeastern Portugal were studied to understand the ascent and emplacement mechanisms and deformation patterns evolution. The magnetic fabrics of ValG were influenced by a combination of magmatic and tectonic fabrics, while FNG inherited a magmatic fabric from passive ascent and emplacement. Brittle structures recorded in both granites help reconstruct the rotation of maximum compressive stress.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF EARTH SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Biology
Jeroen Buters, Bernard Clot, Carmen Galan, Regula Gehrig, Stefan Gilge, Francois Hentges, David O'Connor, Branko Sikoparija, Carsten Skjoth, Fiona Tummon, Beverley Adams-Groom, Celia M. Antunes, Nicolas Bruffaerts, Sevcan Celenk, Benoit Crouzy, Geraldine Guillaud, Lenka Hajkova, Andreja Kofol Seliger, Gilles Oliver, Helena Ribeiro, Victoria Rodinkova, Annika Saarto, Ingrida Sauliene, Olga Sozinova, Barbara Stjepanovic
Summary: This paper provides a comprehensive overview of all available and developing automatic instruments for pollen monitoring, including their measurement methods, identification of airborne pollen, factors impacting measurement quality, and potential for further advancement in bioaerosol monitoring.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ana Galveias, Helena Ribeiro, Fernanda Guimaraes, Maria Joao Costa, Pedro Rodrigues, Ana R. Costa, Ilda Abreu, Celia M. Antunes
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the interaction between particulate matter (PM) and pollen in different cities and its impact on allergic reactions. The physical-chemical properties of PM adhered to pollen were analyzed, revealing similar physical characteristics but different chemical compositions in the studied cities.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Claudia Cruz, Helena Sant'Ovaia, William McCarthy, Fernando Noronha
Summary: The magnetic susceptibility measured in an alternating field consists of in-phase and out-of-phase components. This study utilizes opAMS to directly determine the magnetic subfabrics defined by ferromagnetic minerals, showing lower magnetic susceptibility but higher magnetic anisotropy in opAMS. The ipAMS and opAMS tensors are generally coaxial.
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Miguel Maia, Pedro Barrulas, Pedro Nogueira, Jose Mirao, Fernando Noronha
Summary: This study examines the trace element composition and oxygen isotope analysis of orebodies in the OMZ region of Portugal, specifically iron and skarn deposits. The results provide insights into the characteristics and origins of these deposits, and offer valuable information for future mineral exploration.
JOURNAL OF GEOCHEMICAL EXPLORATION
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Maria Fernandez-Gonzalez, Helena Ribeiro, Fco Javier Rodriguez-Rajo, Ana Cruz, Ilda Abreu
Summary: This study investigates the effects of NO2 and O-3 on protein expression and IgE binding in patients with grass pollen allergies. The findings suggest that air pollution may affect allergy symptoms, but the impact may vary depending on the specific pollutant and individual sensitization profile.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Claudia Cruz, Pedro Nogueira, Jaime Maximo, Fernando Noronha, Helena Sant'Ovaia
Summary: The Santa Eulalia Plutonic Complex consists of two main granites, G0 and G1. The geological complexity of the area, along with Variscan structures and faults, makes it challenging to determine the emplacement mechanism of the pluton. However, a proposed model suggests a west-east magmatic axis and the involvement of extensional fractures in the ascent and emplacement of the plutonic rocks.
JOURNAL OF THE GEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mark Otieno, Zsolt Karpati, Marcell K. Peters, Laura Duque, Thomas Schmitt, Ingolf Steffan-Dewenter
Summary: Recent studies have found that increased ozone (O-3) and carbon dioxide (CO2) levels can affect plant-herbivore interactions. However, the effects of these gases on plant-pollinator interactions are less understood. In this study, we investigated the effects of elevated O-3 and CO2 levels on the emission of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), nectar production, and visitation of a bee species to extra floral nectaries (EFNs) of the field bean plant. Our results showed that O-3 had negative effects on VOC blends, nectar volume, and bee visitation, while CO2 had a positive impact on bee visits. These findings contribute to our understanding of the interactive effects of O-3 and CO2 on plant-insect interactions and highlight the importance of considering these effects in the context of global climate change.
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Helena Sant'Ovaia, Claudia Cruz, Alexandra Guedes, Helena Ribeiro, Patricia Santos, Sonia Pereira, Jorge Espinha Marques, Maria dos Anjos Ribeiro, Catarina Mansilha, Helena Cristina Brites Martins, Bruno Valentim, Joana Torres, Ilda Abreu, Fernando Noronha, Deolinda Flores
Summary: The study focused on the tungsten Regoufe mine, which stopped operations in the 1970s. The research evaluated the contamination of soil, plants, and water in the mining area, specifically looking at potentially toxic elements (PTEs). The results showed that the area had a high level of contamination, posing ecological risks, particularly due to contributions from arsenic (As) and cadmium (Cd). However, it was difficult to establish a direct link between As contamination and mining activities, as the soils were already enriched in metals and metalloids from natural geological processes. The study also found that PTE levels in plants were lower than in soil, but bioaccumulation was influenced by site-specific soil concentrations of As and Pb. Magnetic studies indicated the presence of technogenic particles, likely formed during ore processing/mining activities. Overall, the levels of PTEs in surface and groundwater samples were relatively low, with the exception of As, which exceeded drinking water standards.
Article
Environmental Studies
N. Hidalgo-Triana, A. Picornell, S. Reyes, G. Circella, H. Ribeiro, A. E. Bates, J. Rojo, P. B. Pearman, J. M. Artes Vivancos, S. Nautiyal, F. Q. Brearley, J. Perena, M. Ferragud, A. Monroy-Colin, J. M. Maya-Manzano, J. M. A. Senami Ouachinou, A. E. Salvo-Tierra, C. Antunes, M. Trigo-Perez, T. Navarro, P. Jaramillo, J. Oteros, A. Charalampopoulos, O. I. Kalantzi, H. Freitas, J. Scevkova, M. Zanolla, A. Marrano, O. Comino, J. J. Roldan, A. F. Alcantara, A. Damialis
Summary: COVID-19 lockdown measures have had both positive and negative impacts on the environment, but the perception of these changes and the resulting changes in daily habits have not been thoroughly evaluated.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REVIEW
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mikhail Sofiev, Jeroen Buters, Fiona Tummon, Yalda Fatahi, Olga Sozinova, Beverley Adams-Groom, Karl Christian Bergmann, Aslog Dahl, Regula Gehrig, Stefan Gilge, Andrea Kofol Seliger, Rostislav Kouznetsov, Gian Lieberherr, David O'Connor, Jose Oteros, Julia Palamarchuk, Helena Ribeiro, Barbora Werchan, Matthias Werchan, Bernard Clot
Summary: This study explores several approaches to the design of a regional-to-continent-scale automatic pollen monitoring network in Europe. By analyzing the network design from theoretical and practical standpoints, criteria for network optimality are formulated and practical constraints for an automatic pollen network are considered. The methodology is applied to Germany's pollen monitoring network, demonstrating a multi-step method.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lukasz Grewling, Helena Ribeiro, Celia Antunes, Godfrey Philliam Apangu, Sevcan Celenk, Ana Costa, Ibon Eguiluz-Gracia, Ana Galveias, Nestor Gonzalez Roldan, Mirela Lika, Donat Magyar, Moises Martinez-Bracero, Pia Orby, David O'Connor, Alexandra Marcha Penha, Sonia Pereira, Rosa Perez-Badia, Victoria Rodinkova, Merita Xhetani, Ingrida Sauliene, Carsten Ambelas Skjoth
Summary: This review article presents the current knowledge on inhalant allergens in the outdoor environment, including their structure, localization, and factors affecting their production, transformation, release, or degradation. Methods for collecting and quantifying aeroallergens are also discussed. The article also highlights the knowledge gaps, challenges, and implications associated with aeroallergen analysis.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Attila Csaba Kondor, Anna Viktoria Vancsik, Laszlo Bauer, Lili Szabo, Zoltan Szalai, Gergely Jakab, Gabor Maasz, Marta Pedrosa, Maria Jose Sampaio, Ana Rita Lado Ribeiro
Summary: This review provides a critical overview of research on the removal efficiency of priority substances and compounds of emerging concern through bank filtration, discussing influencing factors and future challenges. The findings show that the efficiency of bank filtration is influenced by multiple factors and varies for different substances.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xinyan Wang, Shuai Zhang, Huihui Yan, Zhao Ma, Yunshan Zhang, Haining Luo, Xueli Yang
Summary: This study investigated the association between ambient PM2.5, O3 pollution, and ovarian reserve in reproductive-aged Chinese women. The results showed that increased exposure to PM2.5 and O3 was associated with decreased AMH levels, indicating reduced ovarian reserve. Notably, the effects of O3 exposure on ovarian reserve were different from those of PM2.5 exposure.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tingting Ma, Yanjuan Ding, Fengjiao Xu, Chen Zhang, Min Zhou, Ya Tang, Yanrong Chen, Yating Wen, Rufei Chen, Bin Tang, Shigui Wang
Summary: The dragonfly species Orthetrum albistylum can accumulate heavy metals, and its heat shock protein genes have the potential to serve as biomarkers for monitoring environmental pollutants.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Naoto Ishiwaka, Koya Hashimoto, Masayoshi K. Hiraiwa, Francisco Sanchez-Bayo, Taku Kadoya, Daisuke Hayasaka
Summary: Systemic insecticides and rising temperatures have combined effects on the abundance of Odonata nymphs in paddy fields. The standalone effect of insecticide exposure decreased the Odonata community, while nymphs decreased synergistically with temperature rise in paddy water. However, the impacts of each stressor alone varied among species.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marco Vecchiato, Carlo Barbante, Elena Barbaro, Francois Burgay, Warren R. L. Cairns, Alice Callegaro, David Cappelletti, Federico Dallo, Marianna D'Amico, Matteo Feltracco, Jean-Charles Gallet, Andrea Gambaro, Catherine Larose, Niccolo Maffezzoli, Mauro Mazzola, Ivan Sartorato, Federico Scoto, Clara Turetta, Massimiliano Varde, Zhiyong Xie, Andrea Spolaor
Summary: The Arctic region is facing contamination from long-range pollution and local human activities. Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) are used as environmental indicators for emission, transport, and deposition processes. Research conducted in the Arctic surface snow in Ny-Ålesund, Svalbard from October 2018 to May 2019 shows that long-range inputs of PAHs mainly occur in winter, while the most abundant analyte retene exhibits opposite seasonal trends.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Maoshui Zhuo, Zhijie Chen, Xiaoqing Liu, Wei Wei, Yansong Shen, Bing-Jie Ni
Summary: This paper discusses the application of three catalytic processes (photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, and biocatalysis) in the management of microplastic pollution, and introduces the efficiency and catalytic mechanisms of different catalysts. It also proposes the development prospects for sustainable management of microplastic pollution.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shiyu Chen, Zhenzhen Shi, Qiang Zhang
Summary: In this study, a human physiologically based pharmacokinetic (PBPK) model of diethyl phthalate (DEP) was developed to assess its toxicity. The model considers the distribution and metabolism of DEP and its active metabolite monoethyl phthalate (MEP) in different tissue compartments. Sensitivity analysis and Bayesian Markov chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) simulations were performed to evaluate the uncertainty and variability of the model parameters. The results suggest that dermal absorption is an important route of exposure to DEP in the environment.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bangguo Wang, Lijing Wang, Wenxi Cen, Tao Lyu, Peter Jarvis, Yang Zhang, Yuanxun Zhang, Yinghui Han, Lei Wang, Gang Pan, Kaili Zhang, Wei Fan
Summary: This study investigates the feasibility and mechanisms of a chemical-free nanobubble-based AOP for treating organic micropollutants in water. The results show that the oxygen nanobubble AOP has a significantly higher removal efficiency compared to air and nitrogen nanobubbles. The treatment performance is not affected by pH and the presence of ions. Higher initial concentrations of the micropollutant lead to slower treatment processes, but similar removal performance is achieved in the end. The presence of organic matter reduces the removal rate of the micropollutant. The results have practical feasibility for water and wastewater treatment.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yingmei Huang, Jicai Yi, Yao Huang, Songxiong Zhong, Bin Zhao, Jing Zhou, Yuxuan Wang, Yiwen Zhu, Yanhong Du, Fangbai Li
Summary: This study investigates the impact of biochar on methylmercury (MeHg) accumulation in rice. The results show that biochar reduces MeHg levels in paddy soils by decreasing bioavailable Hg and microbial Hg methylation. Additionally, biochar decreases the uptake and translocation of MeHg in rice plants, resulting in a reduction of MeHg accumulation in rice grains.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nengde Zeng, Fei Huang, Jiani Du, Chenghao Huang, Qian Yang, Xinhua Zhan, Baoshan Xing
Summary: This study investigates the protein targets and protein-ligand interactions related to PAH contamination in crop xylem sap using computational tools. The results show that phenanthrene has a more pronounced effect on the xylem sap proteins of maize and wheat, with maize DEPs associated with lipid biosynthesis and wheat DEPs exhibiting an increase in ABC transporters. This study provides insights into the regulation and movement of PAHs within plant xylem.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xinwei Chen, Hao Ma, Run Wang, Man Wang, Binbin Zhu, Yanqing Cong, Xiayue Zhu, Guoqin Wang, Yi Zhang
Summary: Co3O4/TiO2-NRs electrodes with excellent photoresponse were prepared via plasma-assisted modification of Co3O4 on TiO2. The combination of Co3O4 and TiO2 improved the light utilization efficiency and showed potential for degradation of pollutants.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Wenjing Ji, Liying Song, Jing Wang, Hongqing Song
Summary: This study conducted a life-cycle assessment to examine the correlation between natural gas consumption and carbon emissions in different end uses in China. The results showed that both natural gas consumption and life-cycle carbon emissions have been increasing since 2017. Significant variations in NG life-cycle carbon emissions were found across different provinces and sectors, highlighting the need for targeted efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Youyi Chen, Boxuan Zhang, Pojun Zhang, Guogui Shi, Hao Liang, Wu Cai, Jingyu Gao, Sumin Zhuang, Kaiyin Luo, Jiaqi Zhu, Chaoxiang Chen, Kunyu Ma, Jinrong Chen, Chun Hu, Xueci Xing
Summary: The synergistic effects of trace sulfadiazine and cast-iron corrosion scales on the formation of disinfection by-products in drinking water distribution systems were investigated. The presence of magnetite resulted in increased concentrations of DBPs due to the higher microbial activity and enhanced microbial extracellular electron transport pathway. The study highlights the importance of considering trace antibiotics pollution and corrosion scales in water sources for DBP control.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Bishwa Raj Pokharel, Vijay Sheri, Manoj Kumar, Zhiyong Zhang, Baohong Zhang
Summary: This review summarizes the interactions, uptake, and transport of aluminum nanoparticles (Al-NPs) in plants, highlighting their negative effects on plant growth and development, as well as their potential to alter plant defense systems and gene expression.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yonglu Wang, Fengsong Zhang, Xiaoyong Liao, Xiao Yang, Guixiang Zhang, Liyun Zhang, Chaojun Wei, Pengge Shi, Jiongxin Wen, Xiaorong Ju, Can Xu, Yang Liu, Ying Lan
Summary: This study aims to explore the effects of thiencarbazone-methyl center dot isoxaflutole on soil microflora and the potential mitigation mechanisms to bacterial communities. It was found that increasing the application of thiencarbazone-methyl center dot isoxaflutole resulted in increased stress on soil bacterial community structure and diversity. Increasing soil pH was recognized as a key factor in improving the diversity and structure of soil microflora. Supplemental use of nitrapyrin or modified attapulgite can increase soil pH and improve bacterial diversity.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
