Article
Engineering, Environmental
Su Yang, Baiyan Sui, Xin Liu, Jiao Sun, Jun Wang
Summary: The study developed a novel bleaching system based on PMS/polyphosphates, which has suitable penetration depth and excellent oxidative performance, effectively whitening teeth while minimizing damage to the pulp.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Sara Ouali, Pierre-Francois Biard, Patrick Loulergue, Rukun You, Noureddine Nasrallah, Rachida Maachi, Anthony Szymczyk
Summary: This study aims to assess the feasibility of a hybrid ozonation/nanofiltration membrane process to simultaneously oxidize and reject contaminants while reducing membrane fouling. By using an innovative monophasic configuration with pre-ozonated water and H2O2-doped water, the study successfully avoided ozone-enriched gas flow in the membrane cell and achieved high ozone removal yields.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Pyonghwa Jang, Hyunjun Kim, Gyusun Kyung, Heekyong Oh
Summary: This study focused on improving the mixing effect of hydrogen peroxide in ozone-based advanced oxidation processes by modifying the injection facility. CFD analysis revealed that conventional diffuser systems were inefficient for mixing oxidizer and feed water, suggesting the need to increase the number of diffusers to improve hydrogen peroxide injection flow. Further research is needed to explore the dissociation and reaction between hydrogen peroxide and contaminants or scavengers.
DESALINATION AND WATER TREATMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bing Jin, Daoyuan Zhao, Huihui Yu, Weishuai Liu, Chunyong Zhang, Meisheng Wu
Summary: In this study, silver decorated magnetic nanoparticles were synthesized to effectively remove organic pollutants through advanced oxidation processes. The catalysts showed excellent catalytic effect on the decomposition of H2O2 and generated oxygen gas bubbles for fluid convection and autonomous motion, resulting in rapid degradation of organic pollutants.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Younggun Yoon, Hobin Jee, Seung Hyun Song, Moon-Hyun Hwang, Kyu-Jung Chae, Bongkyu Kim, Euntae Yang
Summary: Microbial desalination cells (MDCs) are bioelectrochemical devices that recover energy and chemicals from organic wastes while desalinating saltwater. Using MDCs to produce H2O2 can reduce the salinity of feed water and disinfect microorganisms, alleviating the energy requirements and biofouling of reverse osmosis (RO) processes. The combination of H2O2-producing MDCs and UV-based advanced oxidation process (AOP) showed high desalination efficiency and microorganism inactivation kinetics.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Wei Yang, Zhifei Dou, Yangxian Liu, Yongchun Zhao, Renkun Huang
Summary: Seaweed-based biochars derived from pyrolysis waste were utilized to reduce elemental mercury emissions. An environmentally-friendly UV/hydrogen peroxide oxidation modification method was used to enhance the adsorption of elemental mercury by seaweed-based biochars. The modified seaweed biochars exhibited improved mercury capture performance. This research provides new insights into the green modification of biochar and the development of clean mercury removal adsorbents.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Blake Skanes, Jordan Ho, Keith Warriner, Ryan S. Prosser
Summary: A recent study found that an advanced oxidative process combining H2O2 and UV-C light is effective in controlling bacteria in food and degrading pesticide residues. While glyphosate is most effectively degraded by H2O2, other pesticide residues are more effectively degraded by UV-C.
JOURNAL OF PHOTOCHEMISTRY AND PHOTOBIOLOGY A-CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Jucai Wei, Lin Shi, Xu Wu
Summary: Organic contaminant abatement by upgraded electrochemical process is highly efficient. An electrochemical advanced oxidation process is developed by combining in situ electro-generation of persulfate on beta-PbO2 anode and hydrogen peroxide on carbon cathode. The presence of reactive species, such as 1O2, ·OH, and SO4·-, produced on-site contributes to the strong oxidant power and mineralization. The application of oxygen-depolarized electrode not only produces hydrogen peroxide but also reduces cell voltage and energy consumption.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Cong Zhang, Ding An, Qiong Xiao, Fu-Quan Chen, Yong-Hui Zhang, Hui-Fen Weng, An-Feng Xiao
Summary: Agarose, a natural seaweed polysaccharide widely used in medicine, food, and biological fields, was explored in this study for an eco-friendly method of preparation. After desulfation with H2O2, the agarose can be used as a gel electrophoresis medium, showing removal of sulfur from the agar molecules in the form of sulfate ions and metal sulfate.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiangjiu Guan, Shaohua Shen, Samuel S. Mao
Summary: Solar water splitting is a promising approach for converting sustainable solar energy into hydrogen production. Compared to the conventional four-electron process for producing hydrogen and oxygen, a two-electron process with simultaneous production of hydrogen and hydrogen peroxide is more attractive as it allows for spontaneous product separation. This article introduces two-electron solar water splitting from both thermodynamic and kinetic perspectives and assesses the critical issues involved in this process. It also presents technoeconomic analysis and research opportunities to promote the development of this promising technology for practical applications.
CELL REPORTS PHYSICAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Songying Qu, Hao Wu, Yun Hau Ng
Summary: Hydrogen peroxide is a crucial chemical attracting attention for energy and environmental applications. The environmentally friendly solar-driven production of hydrogen peroxide, which only requires water, oxygen, and light energy, has gained the most attention. The rational design of functional photo-responsive catalysts promotes hydrogen peroxide production in photo(electro)catalytic approaches. This review systematically summarizes strategies for these catalysts and discusses prevailing hypotheses, state-of-the-art catalysts, critical challenges, and perspectives to enhance comprehension and promote interest in sustainable hydrogen peroxide production.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Wenshi Liu, Yu Liu, Ying Xiong, Xiao Xiao, Chunyan Liu, Bo Yuan, Xunchi Pu
Summary: The aim of this study was to find effective and environmentally friendly methods for removing organic matter from shale gas flowback water (SGFW). Fe(VI) was found to remove 57% of the chemical oxygen demand (COD) under optimal conditions. Hydroxyl radicals (center dot OH) were identified as the main reactive species responsible for oxidation.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Shijia Pan, Wenxuan Jiang, Lu Tian, Xiang Li, Jiaxin Wang, Yawen Wang, Zhen Li, He Guo
Summary: The simultaneous removal of oxytetracycline (OTC) and phosphate (P) in water by O-3/CaO2 advanced oxidation process was studied. Increasing the CaO2 dosage enhanced the degradation efficiency of OTC and the removal efficiency of P. Higher amount of O-3 had a positive effect on the removal efficiency of OTC but had little effect on the removal efficiency of P.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lu Wang, Ke Jing, Baowei Hu, Junhe Lu
Summary: The formation of halogenated oxidation by-products in sulfate radical based advanced oxidation process has raised concerns. Addition of hydrogen peroxide can significantly suppress the generation of halogenated-OBPs, but the formation of organic bromines is still a concern.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chulwoo Bae, Juhwan Kim, Donggeon Kwak, Seungjun Oh, Taesung Kim
Summary: The effect of the two-way injection method during copper chemical mechanical planarization (CMP) process was investigated. The two-way slurry-injection method not only prevents slurry degradation but also shortens the process time by eliminating the need for slurry and H2O2 mixing. Compared to the conventional method, the two-way injection method has a material removal rate equivalent to less than 9%. Particularly, when injecting near the center of the pad, the influence of nozzle positions and flow rates is negligible, making it a worthy slurry-supply method to study.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yeojoon Yoon, Homin Kye, Woo Seok Yang, Joon-Wun Kang
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Homin Kye, Heegun Oh, Youmi Jung, Minhwan Kwon, Yeojoon Yoon, Joon-Wun Kang, Tae-Mun Hwang
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Homin Kye, Kiho Kim, Youmi Jung, Yirga Weldu Abrha, Seong-Nam Nam, Il-hwan Choi, Joon-Wun Kang, Yeojoon Yoon
Summary: The characteristics of marine dissolved organic matter vary spatially and seasonally, affecting oxidation processes, especially ozonation. Characterizing marine dissolved organic matter can help improve the effectiveness of oxidation processes.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Roshanak Tarrahi, Alireza Khataee, Afzal Karimi, Yeojoon Yoon
Summary: Cellulose-based biomaterials show great potential in skin tissue engineering for mimicking tissue properties and being considered as eco-friendly alternatives for common polymers. Modified cellulose-based biopolymers can address the mechanical limitations of natural biomaterials and prevent immune responses.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hessamaddin Sohrabi, Ehsan Dezhakam, Alireza Khataee, Ehsan Nozohouri, Mir Reza Majidi, Nazanin Mohseni, Evgeny Trofimov, Yeojoon Yoon
Summary: This review summarizes the advanced applications of LDH-based optical and electrochemical sensors and biosensors in identifying and measuring important pharmaceutical compounds. By considering parameters such as interactions, design rationale, classification, selectivity, and specificity, it provides an efficient technique for identifying a wide range of pharmaceutical substances. This research is crucial for the protection of ecosystems and global human health.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Leila Khalili, Gholamreza Dehghan, Ali Akbar Moosavi-Movahedi, Yeojoon Yoon, Alireza Khataee
Summary: This study systematically characterized the binding of ASK and BSA to understand the pharmaceutics properties of the ligand and the conformational changes of BSA upon the addition of ASK. The results indicated a temperature-dependent binding constant between ASK and BSA. Thermodynamic analysis revealed viable hydrophobic and hydrogen bonds in the moderate-affinity complex formation. CD spectroscopy showed changes in the secondary structure of BSA, with an increased content of alpha-helices upon the addition of ASK. AFM and DLS techniques demonstrated slight conformational shrinkage and the formation of large particles upon ASK binding. Molecular modeling suggested allosteric modulation of BSA structure in the vicinity of the tryptophan residue. Overall, the results of ASK-BSA interaction have significant implications for expanding the bio-applications of shikonin.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Hessamaddin Sohrabi, Shahin Ghasemzadeh, Sama Shakib, Mir Reza Majidi, Amir Razmjou, Yeojoon Yoon, Alireza Khataee
Summary: Heavy metals in food and water sources are potentially harmful to humans. Determination of these pollutants is critical for improving safety. Novel technologies, such as MOF-based sensors and biosensors, are in demand for quick and sensitive detection of these compounds.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hessamaddin Sohrabi, Parya Salahshour Sani, Ramin Zolfaghari, Mir Reza Majidi, Yeojoon Yoon, Alireza Khataee
Summary: Mycotoxins in food pose hazards to health, leading to food waste and exacerbating global food security issues. Sensing approaches based on metal-organic frameworks offer a unique tool for fast and effective detection of harmful substances in food. Developing a policy framework and control strategy for contaminants is crucial for improving food safety.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Reza Darvishi Cheshmeh Soltani, Fatemeh Asgari, Negin Hassani, Yeojoon Yoon, Alireza Khataee
Summary: In this study, calcined melamine and magnetite nanoparticles were encapsulated in a calcium alginate matrix to degrade ibuprofen drug. The process showed good degradation efficiency under different conditions and was environmentally non-toxic.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chaehwi Lim, Namgyu Kim, Junho Lee, Yeojoon Yoon
Summary: The study evaluated the adsorption performance of different types of microplastics on (in)organic pollutants and found that the adsorption of microplastic contaminants is more affected by the condition than by the type of microplastics.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Seonghyeon Ju, Jongchan Yi, Junho Lee, Jiyoon Kim, Chaehwi Lim, Jihoon Lee, Kyungtae Kim, Yeojoon Yoon
Summary: A microplastic sampling device was designed and developed to obtain a high recovery rate of microplastics and prevent contamination. The device was evaluated using microplastic reference materials and computational fluid dynamics analysis. It has the capability to process both large (100 μm) and easily contaminated microplastics (around 20 μm), achieving a recovery rate of 94.2% and separating particles through filtration. This method improves the accuracy and reproducibility of microplastic contamination results and facilitates consistent collection and management of microplastic data.
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Homin Kye, Jiyoon Kim, Seonghyeon Ju, Junho Lee, Chaehwi Lim, Yeojoon Yoon
Summary: Microplastics, originating from plastic waste, enter the environment and can be found in seawater, wastewater, and freshwater. This study conducted a literature review and analyzed the abundance and distribution of microplastics in water environments, as well as the environmental factors influencing them. The sampling and pretreatment processes for microplastics analysis were discussed, along with the potential hazards of aging microplastics in the environment.
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
A. Yagmur Goren, Yasar K. Recepoglu, Yeojoon Yoon, Alireza Khataee
Summary: This study reviews the application of modified and unmodified carbon-based materials for the removal of cyanide (CN) in water, and discusses the impact of various modifications on the CN removal mechanisms. It has been observed that adding different elements improves the surface area, functional groups, CN adsorption capacity, and pore volume of carbon-based materials. Future research should focus on developing modified carbon-based materials and conducting pilot and real-scale applications.
ALEXANDRIA ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Chinyoung Park, Sangwon Seo, Yongseong Jun, Hyunseb Ha, Seonbaek Kim, Yeojoon Yoon, Sook-Hyun Nam, Tae-Mun Hwang
DESALINATION AND WATER TREATMENT
(2020)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Yang Soo Lee, Dong In Jeong, Yeojoon Yoon, Byeongmin Baek, Hyung Wook Choi, Seok Bin Kwon, Do Hun Kim, Young Joon Hong, Won Kyu Park, Young Hyun Song, Bong Kyun Kang, Dae Ho Yoon, Woo Seok Yang
JOURNAL OF CERAMIC PROCESSING RESEARCH
(2020)
