Article
Environmental Sciences
Xin Ni Law, Wai Yan Cheah, Kit Wayne Chew, Mohamad Faizal Ibrahim, Young-Kwon Park, Shih-Hsin Ho, Pau Loke Show
Summary: Microalgae are attracting attention for their potential biorefinery use or value-added products, with their biomass being converted into volatile biochar through recommended thermochemical conversion techniques. The resulting biochar has desirable properties such as high surface area and pore volume, abundant surface functional groups, and high adsorption capacity. The characteristics of biochar significantly influence the adsorption mechanisms of pollutants from wastewaters, with specific adsorption of organic and inorganic pollutants being reviewed in terms of capacity and efficiency. Future challenges and improvements in the application of microalgal-based biochar in wastewater treatment are also discussed.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Simranjeet Singh, Vijay Kumar, Amith G. Anil, Dhriti Kapoor, Sutripto Khasnabis, Shweta Shekar, N. Pavithra, Jastin Samuel, S. Subramanian, Joginder Singh, Praveen C. Ramamurthy
Summary: The article discusses the impact of antibiotics in the environment and the efficient removal of antibiotics using nanomaterials or nanoparticles, focusing on degradation pathways and mechanisms, as well as applications in photocatalysis. Nanomaterials have the potential to mineralize pharmaceutical compounds and provide a cost-effective solution for treating pharmaceutical by-products and waste.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
John Kwame Bediako, Youssef El Ouardi, Emile Salomon Massima Mouele, Bismark Mensah, Eveliina Repo
Summary: In recent years, polyelectrolyte-incorporated functional materials have been widely used for effective remediation of pollutants in water and wastewater. Polyelectrolytes are special polymers with repeating charged moieties, while polyelectrolyte complexes are obtained by mixing oppositely charged polyelectrolytes. This review discusses the recent advances in using polyelectrolyte and polyelectrolyte complex-incorporated adsorbents for water and wastewater remediation, including heavy metal removal, desalination, and dye removal.
Review
Chemistry, Medicinal
Vinod Kumar Vashistha
Summary: Chiral organic pollutants, such as pharmaceuticals, pose significant risks to the environment and human health. Chiral pharmaceuticals, in particular, may have different distribution, fate, bioaccumulation potential, and toxicity due to their enantiomers. Enantioselective chromatographic techniques are commonly used to detect drug enantiomers. Bioremediation techniques offer a cost-effective and environmentally friendly solution for the decomposition of organic pollutants.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Eliasu Issaka, Jesse Nii-Okai Amu-Darko, Salome Yakubu, Funmilayo Omotoyosi Fapohunda, Nisar Ali, Muhammad Bilal
Summary: The advanced catalytic ozonation process shows significant effectiveness in removing refractory organic compounds and degrading toxic organic pollutants in wastewater. Heterogeneous catalytic ozonation can effectively overcome the disadvantages of homogeneous catalytic ozonation, providing higher catalytic stability and efficiency.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sergio Santana-Viera, Pablo A. Lara-Martin, Eduardo Gonzalez-Mazo
Summary: In this study, a method for the simultaneous analysis of 195 prescription, over-the-counter, and illicit drugs was developed using solid phase extraction and liquid chromatography coupled to high resolution mass spectrometry. The method was applied to analyze influent sewage samples from wastewater treatment plants in Cadiz Bay, Spain, and more than 100 pharmaceuticals were quantified, with 19 of them at concentrations higher than 1 μg/L. Wastewater based epidemiology was used to estimate the consumption of the detected compounds in the sampling area.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Liyan Qalyoubi, Amani Al-Othman, Sameer Al-Asheh
Summary: The emergence of antibiotics in water is recognized as a critical global pollution issue. In this study, a nano-composite adsorptive membrane based on Zirconium Phosphate (ZrP) adsorbent supported on Polyethersulfone (PES) was synthesized and evaluated for the removal of Ciprofloxacin (CPFX) from water. The membrane showed high antibiotic removal rate and improved water flux and permeability.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Water Resources
Adegoke Isiaka Adetunji, Ademola Olufolahan Olaniran
Summary: Oily wastewater, containing fats, oils, greases, and various other substances, poses serious threats to the environment and health. Traditional treatment methods are inefficient and costly, leading to the necessity of advanced technologies. Combined treatment processes are effective for high-strength oily wastewater treatment.
APPLIED WATER SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Alan Rempel, Julia Pedo Gutkoski, Mateus Torres Nazari, Gabrielle Nadal Biolchi, Barbara Biduski, Helen Treichel, Luciane Maria Colla
Summary: This study evaluated the influence of emerging pollutants on the growth of microalgae and seed germination. The results showed that Scenedesmus obliquus was able to grow in all mixtures of pollutants, while Spirulina platensis experienced cell death in mixtures containing paracetamol. The culture medium of microalgae had toxic effects on seed germination, but by choosing the right microalgae strain, it is possible to use them for bioremediation and reduce the negative effects on seed germination.
JOURNAL OF WATER PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Cui Wang, Tong Wang, Meiqi Yin, Franziska Eller, Lele Liu, Hans Brix, Weihua Guo
Summary: Polyploidization in plants is considered as a mechanism to cope with environmental stresses. Gene networks involved in differentially expressed genes play a role in driving adaptation through the evolution of unique phenotypic traits. Phragmites australis, a species with highly variable phenotypic traits and adaptation capacity, shows varying ploidy levels, making it a suitable organism to study the molecular evolution of polyploidy. By using RNAseq data, this study identified genetic differences between tetraploid and octoploid P. australis, shedding light on how polyploidization influences environmental responses and stress tolerance in grass species.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Gulgun Aylaz, Joel Kuhn, Elizabeth C. H. T. Lau, Chi-Chung Yeung, Vellaisamy A. L. Roy, Memed Duman, Humphrey H. P. Yiu
Summary: The article discusses the threat of bioactive pollutants to freshwater and food sources, particularly the impact of antibiotics on global antimicrobial resistance (AMR). It highlights the advantages of magnetic molecularly imprinted polymers (MMIPs) in separation and recovery of organic pollutants due to their low cost, high selectivity, and mobility.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Polymer Science
Mahrokh Jalili, Heidar Meftahizade, Atena Golafshan, Elahe Zamani, Mohammad Zamani, Narjes Behzadi Moghaddam, Mansour Ghorbanpour
Summary: The increase in human population has led to various serious challenges, particularly water pollution issues. Water pollution is primarily caused by sources such as heavy metals, dyes, textile industries, microorganisms, organic and chemical pollutants. There are several methods for contaminant disposal, with the adsorption technique being the most common. However, the use of chemicals in this technique has harmful effects on the environment. A better solution is to use natural materials and polysaccharides, which are abundant, biocompatible, biodegradable, non-toxic, and cost-effective.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Tahir Rasheed, Naeem Ahmad, Jazib Ali, Adeel Ahmad Hassan, Farooq Sher, Komal Rizwan, Hafiz M. N. Iqbal, Muhammad Bilal
Summary: Pharmaceuticals, while recognized for saving lives, have emerged as a significant environmental pollutant. The use of nanostructured materials for mitigating pharmaceutical contaminants is increasing as they offer high efficiency, low cost, and eco-friendliness. Nanomaterials are seen as a robust candidate for removing a variety of environmental contaminants in water.
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Sofia Dias, Barbara Correia, Pedro Fraga-Santiago, Cristiana Silva, Paula C. Baptista, Carlos R. Gomes, C. Marisa R. Almeida
Summary: This study demonstrates that salt marsh plant Phragmites australis and its rhizosphere microorganisms have the potential to remove pharmaceutical compounds bezafibrate and paroxetine from estuarine environments. The presence of sediment, nutrients, or copper can enhance the removal efficiency of the compounds. Phytoremediation shows promise as a viable option for reducing the environmental impact of pharmaceutical compounds in estuarine areas.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Shweta Yadav, Jhalesh Kumar, Sandeep Kumar Malyan, Rajesh Singh, Omkar Singh, Vikas Chandra Goyal, Jyoti Singh, Ritika Negi
Summary: Floating treatment wetlands (FTWs) are an innovative and economical way of wastewater treatment using hydroponically grown emergent plants. This study evaluated the performance of FTWs using Canna indica and Phragmites australis for municipal wastewater treatment. Results showed that Phragmites australis performed well in organic matter removal, while Canna indica was effective in nutrient removal, particularly NO3- from wastewater.
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Diogo A. M. Alexandrino, Ana P. Mucha, C. Marisa R. Almeida, Maria F. Carvalho
Summary: Fluorine-based agrochemicals have become the standard in pesticide development and are widely used in agriculture, leading to their presence in the environment with harmful and persistent effects. Microbial degradation may offer a solution to mitigate these impacts, although environmental microorganisms may struggle with the recalcitrance of these fluoroaromatics.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Diogo A. M. Alexzandrino, C. Marisa R. Almeida, Ana P. Mucha, Maria F. Carvalho
Summary: Fluorinated pesticides have gained significant market share in the agrochemical sector due to the approval of new fluoroorganic ingredients in the past two decades. However, there is lack of a comprehensive scientific and regulatory framework to address their potential negative impacts. Further research and discussion are needed to differentiate between the safety and hazards associated with fluorinated pesticides.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ana M. Gorito, Ana R. Lado Ribeiro, M. Fernando R. Pereira, C. Marisa R. Almeida, Adrian M. T. Silva
Summary: Aquaculture is the fastest growing animal food-producing sector, but it is crucial to protect water quality as aquaculture effluents may contribute to water deterioration. Advanced oxidation technologies and constructed wetlands are prospective strategies for treating aquacultural aqueous matrices.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
A. Saner, P. N. Carvalho, J. Catalano, K. Anastasakis
Summary: This study demonstrates the potential of utilizing hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL) waste residue as renewable adsorbents and investigates the influence of chemical activation conditions. Acid washed demineralized adsorbents show higher adsorption capacity for compound removal from wastewater. Implementation of HTL technology in wastewater treatment facilities can not only valorize sewage sludge and nutrients, but also provide precursors for renewable adsorbents, enhancing technology integration.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ana M. Gorito, Ana R. Lado Ribeiro, Pedro Rodrigues, M. Fernando R. Pereira, Laura Guimaraes, C. Marisa R. Almeida, Adrian M. T. Silva
Summary: The study found that ozone can effectively remove multiple antibiotics from aquaculture effluents, especially oxytetracycline, sulfamethoxazole, and trimethoprim. Experimental results showed that all tested antibiotics were significantly removed within 10 minutes under low-dose ozone treatment.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Richard Mugani, Roseline Prisca Aba, Abdessamad Hejjaj, Fatima El Khalloufi, Naaila Ouazzani, C. Marisa R. Almeida, Pedro N. Carvalho, Vitor Vasconcelos, Alexandre Campos, Laila Mandi, Brahim Oudra
Summary: Eutrophication caused by toxic cyanobacteria can be remedied by eco-technologies like multi-soil-layering (MSL) systems. These systems have the advantages of small space requirement, simple maintenance, and high durability. They can effectively remove various contaminants from water, including cyanotoxins, although the mechanisms involved are not fully understood.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Carla Morais, Jose L. Araujo
Summary: Data acquisition systems play a vital role in laboratories as they enable easy and precise collection of data. Arduino, with its low cost and versatility, emerges as a promising automatic data acquisition device. This study presents the development of an experimental apparatus using Arduino for automated data acquisition to investigate the solubility of potassium nitrate in water. The results show that the proposed method has the potential to enhance students' skills in assembling electrical circuits and using technological devices for data acquisition and processing.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Maria L. Boto, Sofia M. Dias, Rute Duarte Crespo, Ana P. Mucha, C. Marisa R. Almeida
Summary: Reusing reclaimed wastewater is crucial for combating water scarcity and conserving water resources, but it is important to ensure the removal of hazardous substances before reuse. This study evaluated the potential of lab-scale constructed wetlands (CWs) in removing chemical and biological contaminants from livestock wastewater while maintaining nutrient levels for fertilization. The results showed that CWs effectively removed heavy metals, organic matter, and bacterial contamination from the wastewater, making it suitable for agricultural reuse. The microbial communities in the CWs demonstrated adaptation and removal potential, highlighting the potential of CWs in sustainable liquid waste treatment and promoting circular economy.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ruben Pereira, Sabrina M. Rodrigues, Diogo Silva, Vania Freitas, C. Marisa R. Almeida, Sandra Ramos
Summary: Fish samples collected from the southern Atlantic ocean during the 2020 Circumnavigation Expedition were found to be contaminated with microplastics. The study highlights the importance of understanding microplastic contamination in mesopelagic fishes used for human consumption and emphasizes the need for further research on microplastic contamination in top predatory species.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Veronica Baldasso, Neus Bonet-Garcia, Stephanie Sayen, Emmanuel Guillon, Luigi Frunzo, Carlos A. R. Gomes, Maria Joao Alves, Ricardo Castro, Ana Paula Mucha, C. Marisa R. Almeida
Summary: This study investigated the fate of trace metals in anaerobic digestion of municipal solid waste (MSW) digestate-amended soil and the influence of pharmaceutical compounds on their behavior. The results showed that trace metals initially present in the digestate were transferred from the amended soil layer to the underlying soil layer over time, but no transfer was detected to deeper soil layers. Trace metals in soil were mostly in immobile and less bioavailable forms, while in the digestate-amended soil they were in more bioavailable forms. The presence of the antidiabetic drug metformin had no influence on trace metal behavior.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Teodor Stoichev, Ana P. Mucha, Ana Bernabeu, C. Marisa R. Almeida
Summary: This study tested a bioremediation approach with tide stimulation to degrade buried and surface oil contamination, focusing on two, three, and four rings polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). Linear models showed degradation constants of individual PAHs as a simple additive function of their initial concentrations (C0), hydrophobicity, sampling layer, and treatment conditions. Oil degradation in buried layers was faster than at the surface for all PAHs and treatment conditions. Naturally-occurring microorganisms were efficient in bioremediating PAHs and were stimulated by fertilizer addition (biostimulation, BS). Bio-augmentation (BA) with a slurry of pre-stimulated native oil-degrading consortium did not enhance PAH degradation compared to BS. Degradation was more rapid for PAHs with low initial concentrations and intermediate hydrophobicity. Bioremediation of beach sand with either surface or buried crude oil is a cost-effective strategy for cleaning up various hydrocarbon families, including persistent ones like PAHs.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
C. Marisa R. Almeida, Iraide Saez-Zamacona, Diogo M. M. Silva, Sabrina M. M. Rodrigues, Ruben Pereira, Sandra Ramos
Summary: Concerns about plastic pollution, especially microplastics, have increased due to their presence in various environmental areas. The present study aims to investigate the role of saltmarshes in trapping microplastics by comparing microplastic concentrations in vegetated and non-vegetated sediments. Microplastics were detected in all sediment samples, with fibres being the most common type. Vegetated sediments, especially those of saltmarsh species Juncus maritimus, contained a higher number of plastic items. These findings suggest that saltmarshes play a significant role in the transport and accumulation of microplastics in estuarine areas.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Sif B. Svendsen, Lucas Rebien Jorgensen, Chuanzhou Liang, Pedro N. Carvalho, Sille Bendix Larsen, Kai Bester
Summary: This study systematically investigates the effect of intermittent feeding with carbon on pharmaceutical degradation in MBBR. The results show that intermittent feeding can increase or decrease the degradation rate constants (K) depending on the pharmaceuticals. The relationship between K and carbon loading varies for different compounds, suggesting the need for compound-specific optimization in MBBR processes.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Daniela Flores, C. Marisa R. Almeida, Carlos R. Gomes, Salete S. Balula, Carlos M. Granadeiro
Summary: The adsorption performance of mesoporous silica-based materials for inorganic and organic water pollutants was investigated. Different properties of the materials were tailored and characterized, and their influence on the removal of metal ions and organic dyes from aqueous solutions was explored. The results show that nanosized mesoporous silica nanoparticles with high surface area have a favorable adsorptive capacity for both types of water pollutants.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yinping Xiang, Meiying Jia, Rui Xu, Jialu Xu, Lele He, Haihao Peng, Weimin Sun, Dongbo Wang, Weiping Xiong, Zhaohui Yang
Summary: This study investigated the impact of the non-antibiotic pharmaceutical carbamazepine on antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) during anaerobic digestion. The results showed that carbamazepine induced the enrichment of ARGs and increased the abundance of bacteria carrying these genes. It also facilitated microbial aggregation and intercellular communication, leading to an increased frequency of ARGs transmission. Moreover, carbamazepine promoted the acquisition of ARGs by pathogens and elevated their overall abundance.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Agricultural Engineering
Weixin Zhao, Tianyi Hu, Hao Ma, Dan Li, Qingliang Zhao, Junqiu Jiang, Liangliang Wei
Summary: This review summarizes the effects and potential mechanisms of biochar on microbial behavior in AD systems. The addition of biochar has been found to promote microbial colonization, alleviate stress, provide nutrients, and enhance enzyme activity. Future research directions include targeted design of biochar, in-depth study of microbial mechanisms, and improved models.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Agricultural Engineering
Christina Karmann, Anna Magrova, Pavel Jenicek, Jan Bartacek, Vojtech Kouba
Summary: This review assesses nitrogen removal technologies in reject water treatment, highlighting the differences in environmental impacts and economic benefits. Partial nitritation-anammox shows potential for economic benefits and positive environmental outcomes when operated and controlled properly.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Wei-Hao Huang, Ying-Ju Chang, Duu-Jong Lee
Summary: This study modified pinecone biochar with layered double hydroxide (LDH) to enhance its adsorption capacity for heavy metal and phosphate ions. The LDH-biochar showed significantly improved adsorption capacities for Pb2+ and phosphate, and a slight increase for Cu2+ and Co2+. The LDH layer enhanced the adsorption through various mechanisms.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Chao Song, Fanfan Cai, Shuang Yang, Ligong Wang, Guangqing Liu, Chang Chen
Summary: This paper developed a machine learning model to predict the biochemical methane potential during anaerobic digestion. Model analysis identified lignin content, organic loading, and nitrogen content as key attributes for methane production prediction. For feedstocks with high cellulose content, early methane production is lower but can be improved by prolonging digestion time. Moreover, lignin content exceeding a certain value significantly inhibits methane production.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Sang Min Lee, Ju Young Lee, Ji-Sook Hahn, Seung-Ho Baek
Summary: This study successfully developed an efficient platform strain using Yarrowia lipolytica for the bioconversion of renewable resources into adipic acid, achieving a remarkable increase in production level.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Sefkan Kendir, Matthias Franzreb
Summary: This study presents a novel approach using magnetic separation to efficiently harvest freshwater microalgae, Chlorella vulgaris. By combining pH-induced calcium phosphate precipitation with cheap natural magnetite microparticles, harvesting efficiencies up to 98% were achieved in the model medium.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Ishaq Kariim, Ji-Yeon Park, Wajahat Waheed Kazmi, Hulda Swai, In-Gu Lee, Thomas Kivevele
Summary: The impact of reaction temperature, residence time, and ethanol: acetone on the energy compositions and yield enhancement of biocrudes was investigated. The results showed that under appropriate conditions, biocrudes with high energy and low oxygen content can be obtained, indicating a high potential for utilization.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xiyue Zhang, Xiyao Li, Liang Zhang, Yongzhen Peng
Summary: Intermittent aeration is an innovative approach to enhance nitrogen removal in low carbon-to-nitrogen ratio municipal sewage, providing an efficient strategy for the continuous plug-flow AOA process.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xu Yang, Mahmoud Mazarji, Mengtong Li, Aohua Li, Ronghua Li, Zengqiang Zhang, Junting Pan
Summary: This study investigated the impact of magnetite on the nitrogen cycle of pig manure biostabilisation. The addition of magnetite increased N2O emissions and decreased NH3 emissions during composting. It also increased the total nitrogen content but should be considered for its significant increase in N2O emissions in engineering practice.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Agricultural Engineering
Ty Shitanaka, Haylee Fujioka, Muzammil Khan, Manpreet Kaur, Zhi-Yan Du, Samir Kumar Khanal
Summary: The market value of microalgae has exponentially increased in the past two decades, thanks to their applications in various industries. However, the supply of high-value microalgal bioproducts is limited due to several factors, and strategies are being explored to overcome these limitations and improve microalgae production, thus increasing the availability of algal-derived bioproducts in the market.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Martin Kerner, Thorsten Wolff, Torsten Brinkmann
Summary: The efficiency of using enriched CO2 from flue gas for large-scale production of green microalgae has been studied. The results show that the use of membrane devices and static mixers can effectively improve the CO2 recovery rate and maintain the suitable pH and temperature during cultivation, achieving a more economical and sustainable microalgae production.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Rui Ma, Ji Li, Rd Tyagi, Xiaolei Zhang
Summary: This review summarizes the microorganisms capable of using CO2 and CH4 to produce PHAs, illustrating the production process, factors influencing it, and discussing optimization techniques. It identifies the challenges and future prospects for developing economically viable PHAs production using GHGs as a carbon source.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Bing Wang, Peng Zhang, Xu Guo, Xu Bao, Junjie Tian, Guomin Li, Jian Zhang
Summary: The addition of zeolite in the co-composting of chicken manure and straw significantly reduced the emissions of ammonia and N2O, and increased the nitrate content. Zeolite also promoted the abundance of nitrification genes and inhibited the expression of denitrification genes.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Rohit Dey, Franziska Ortiz Tena, Song Wang, Josef Martin Messmann, Christian Steinweg, Claudia Thomsen, Clemens Posten, Stefan Leu, Matthias S. Ullrich, Laurenz Thomsen
Summary: This study investigated the operation of a 1000L microalgae-based membrane photobioreactor system for continuous secondary wastewater treatment. The research focused on a green microalgae strain called Desmodesmus sp. The study aimed to understand key trends and optimization strategies by conducting experiments in both summer and winter seasons. The findings showed that maintaining low cell concentrations during periods of light inhibition was beneficial for nutrient uptake rates. Effective strategies for enhancing algae-based wastewater treatment included cell mass recycling and adjusting dilution rates based on light availability.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
