Article
Environmental Sciences
Mengchang Xu, Wenhu Zhou, Xuncai Chen, Ying Zhou, Binsheng He, Songwen Tan
Summary: Wastewaters containing disinfectants, such as NaClO, can be effectively treated in a saline MBBR-MBR system with marine microorganisms. Low concentrations of NaCl can impact bioactivity and lead to membrane biofouling. The highest removal efficiencies for COD and NH3-N were observed at a salinity of 30 g/L in marine bioreactors.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Elham Lashani, Hamid Moghimi, Raymond J. Turner, Mohammad Ali Amoozegar
Summary: Selenium oxyanions are released into environments from various activities and are present in wastewater in many locations worldwide. Excessive amounts of selenium have negative impacts on living organisms. Halophilic and halotolerant microorganisms were used for selenium oxyanion remediation in wastewater containing salt. Factors such as aeration, carbon sources, competitive electron acceptors, and reductase inhibitors were investigated for their effects on SeO32- removal. The study also explored the remediation of SeO32- in agricultural effluents containing NO3-. The results showed that aerobic conditions with succinate as a carbon source were most effective for SeO32- removal. Certain ions, such as WO42- and TeO32-, decreased the removal percentage, while SO42- and PO43- had minimal interference. NO3- had an adverse effect on SeO32- biotransformation. Consortia of halophilic/halotolerant bacteria and yeasts were able to reduce SeO32- in synthetic agricultural wastewater by 45-53% within 120 hours. This study suggests that these consortia could be used for the bioremediation of selenium-contaminated drainage water.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jinxiao Pang, Jin Li, Rong Chen, Hui Lu
Summary: The MSADA process utilizing halophilic marine anammox bacteria (MAB) showed high efficiency in removing nitrogen and sulfide from seawater-based wastewater under the optimum S/N ratio of 0.75. The dominant functional microorganisms were identified as Candidatus Scalindua, Sulfurimonas and Sulfurovum, all of which exhibited excellent salt tolerance. Nitrate reductase activity was higher than nitrite reductase activity in the system, allowing for effective reduction of NO3--N to NO2--N for MAB. This coupled process offers a new perspective for the treatment of seawater-based wastewater.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Moeen Gholami, Behrooz Abbasi Souraki, Abbas Shomali, Alireza Pendashteh
Summary: This study utilized a bioelectrochemical reactor (BEC) to treat saline produced water and evaluated the effects of different operating parameters on COD removal efficiency and performance of halophilic microorganisms. A neural network model was used for prediction and optimization. The results showed that BEC was highly effective in removing hydrocarbons and improving settling ability of biological flocs, and it was more cost-effective and efficient compared to other bioelectrochemical systems.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Mengru Zhang, Fei Han, Yuke Li, Zhe Liu, Hao Chen, Zhe Li, Qian Li, Weizhi Zhou
Summary: In the treatment of high-salinity wastewater, microbial ammonium assimilation provides an efficient method for nitrogen removal and recovery into biomass. By constructing a microbiome, nitrogen can be removed and recovered from wastewater effectively.
Article
Agronomy
Fating Yin, Fenghua Zhang
Summary: The degradation potential of soil microbes significantly increased after reclamation. Bacteria were found to be the dominant microbial group, with Actinobacteria and Proteobacteria as the most abundant phyla. Soil microbial diversity and abundance of carbohydrate-active enzymes (CAZymes) encoding genes increased after reclamation, especially those related to cellulose, hemicellulose, chitin, and lignin decomposition. Deterministic and stochastic processes both played a role in microbial community succession in reclaimed soils, with soil EC, C/N ratio, Na+ content, and pH being important factors.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yuan Cui, You-Wei Cui, Ji-Lin Huang
Summary: The halophilic bacterium strain SND-01 of Exiguobacterium mexicanum, isolated in this study, shows potential in nitrogen removal in saline wastewater treatment, with a maximum nitrogen removal rate observed under various nitrogen sources and aerobic conditions.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Vanessa Weber, Ilunga Kamika, Maggy N. B. Momba
Summary: The study found that moderately halophilic bacteria can treat polluted wastewater in the presence of metal oxide nanoparticles, but at high concentrations, it reduces removal efficiency and triggers COD release, while also demonstrating significant nutrient removal efficiency.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hanyong Zhang, Wenhu Zhou, Xuehui Zhan, Zhenxing Chi, Weiguo Li, Binsheng He, Songwen Tan
Summary: This study developed a halophilic biocarrier-MBR for treating saline pharmaceutical wastewaters. The system performed well at low ampicillin concentrations but showed decreased performance at high concentrations.
Article
Environmental Sciences
You-Wei Cui, Ji-Lin Huang, Fakhri Alam
Summary: Granulation of halophilic activated sludge with an average diameter of 910 +/- 10μm can be cultivated by adding divalent cations into the saline influent with low organic load. Ca2+ plays a major role in the granulation process and accumulates in the halophilic granular sludge. By enhancing the EPS network of protein and Ca2+, halophilic granular sludge is formed.
Article
Agronomy
Guanru Lu, Zhonghui Feng, Yang Xu, Yangyang Jin, Guohui Zhang, Jiafeng Hu, Tianhe Yu, Mingming Wang, Miao Liu, Haoyu Yang, Weiqiang Li, Zhengwei Liang
Summary: This study examines the effects of phosphogypsum application on the physicochemical properties and microbial community of saline-alkali soil. The results demonstrate that phosphogypsum significantly improves soil properties, reducing salinity and alkalinity while enhancing nutrient structure and increasing the utilization efficiency of carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus. Phosphogypsum also significantly improves fungal community diversity, primarily influenced by soil water content, total organic carbon, soil organic matter, total nitrogen, and sodium ion. The findings indicate that combining rice planting with phosphogypsum application effectively modifies saline-alkali soil, regulates fungal community structure, and enhances long-term soil health.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shuhui Zhang, Mengru Zhang, Fei Han, Zhe Liu, Chuanfu Zhao, Jianhua Lei, Weizhi Zhou
Summary: In this study, a strain called Bacillus sp. Z-13 was isolated from petroleum-contaminated soil and showed a high efficiency in petroleum degradation. The strain produced a lipopeptide surfactant that improved the elution of petroleum hydrocarbons by 66%. Strain Z-13 and its biosurfactant demonstrated adaptability to various environmental conditions and the addition of the strain with NH4Cl stimulation resulted in the removal of 59% of petroleum in contaminated soil.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Chintan Kapadia, Nafisa Patel, Ankita Rana, Harihar Vaidya, Saleh Alfarraj, Mohammad Javed Ansari, Abdul Gafur, Peter Poczai, R. Z. Sayyed
Summary: Salinity is a major threat to cultivable land worldwide, leading to desertification. Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) help plants combat salt stress and increase productivity. Microorganisms isolated from the seacoast of Dandi showed traits of improving salinity and promoting plant growth in rice.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Feng Ai, Linwei He, Qiang Li, Binbin Li, Kaiyu Zhang, Hang Yang, Chenchen Zhang
Summary: This study explores the efficacy of vermicompost and soil conditioner as mixed-component soil amendments for addressing the challenges of Saline-Alkali land. The findings reveal that these amendments effectively reduce soil conductivity, improve soil pH, and enhance soil organic matter and available nutrients. Additionally, they positively influence soil microbial diversity.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shuai Wang, Hanyu Chang, Zhenfei Dong, Yansen Ren, Tianle Tan, Hui Deng
Summary: The purpose of this study was to reduce phenolic substances in bio-mass pyrolysis fluid (BPF) and study its effect on improving saline-alkali soil. BPF was separated into upper and lower phases, with phenolic substances mainly concentrated in the upper phase. The lower phase, after dilution, was added to saline-alkali soil and significantly increased soil nutrient content, reduced soil pH and salt content, and increased soil enzyme activities. Microbial community analysis showed an increased proportion of Actinomycetes, which improved soil fertility and the growth of Chinese cabbage.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Haoyu Wang, Shanghua Wu, Yuxiu Zhang, Tsing Bohu, Zhihui Bai, Xuliang Zhuang
Summary: This study analyzed the functional response of soil microbiomes to petroleum pollutants in farmland-oilfield mixed areas and proposed a set of biomarkers for the evaluation of bioremediation stages. The study argues that functional diversity and microbial community dynamics should be considered when assessing the restoration status of petroleum-contaminated soils.
Article
Microbiology
Nan Zhang, Yiting Zhang, Tsing Bohu, Shanghua Wu, Zhihui Bai, Xuliang Zhuang
Summary: The discovery of heterotrophic nitrification-aerobic denitrification (HN-AD) microorganisms has opened up new possibilities for wastewater treatment. In this study, a new HN-AD microorganism, Pannonibacter sp. W30, was isolated and characterized. It showed high efficiency in aerobic inorganic nitrogen transformation and primarily depleted nitrogen through assimilation rather than denitrification. Compared to known Alphaproteobacterial HN-AD microbes, Pannonibacter sp. W30 had the potential to develop a suitable HN-AD technology for treating N-laden wastewater at a full-scale level.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Na Wang, Jie Gao, Qiuying Wang, Shujie Xiao, Guoqiang Zhuang
Summary: This study investigated the impact of polymyxin B (PMB) on aerobic denitrification performance. The results showed that PMB decreased nitrate removal efficiency and drove denitrifiers to transform more nitrate to biomass instead of producing gas-N. PMB also damaged bacterial membrane and suppressed key enzymes participating in denitrification and aerobic respiratory chains. In addition, denitrifiers exhibited different preferences for carbon sources in the presence of PMB.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Jiayu Liu, Manjiao Song, Xinyuan Wei, Huanzhen Zhang, Zhihui Bai, Xuliang Zhuang
Summary: This study reveals the response and role of the phyllosphere microbiome to ozone exposure. Low-level exposure has limited impact on the microbiome, with decreased bacterial abundance and stable fungal diversity. High-level exposure significantly deteriorates bacterial and fungal diversity. Tolerant species were identified, and ozone exposure might intensify antagonistic interactions related to plant diseases and biocontrol.
Article
Microbiology
Lijun Bao, Bo Sun, Jiayu Liu, Shiwei Zhang, Nan Xu, Xiaoran Zhang, Tsing Bohu, Zhihui Bai
Summary: The study found that different seasons and plant species have a significant impact on leaf-associated fungal communities, leading to changes in fungal community abundance and diversity.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Majid Ebrahimi, Johannes Friedl, Mohammadjavad Vahidi, David W. Rowlings, Zhihui Bai, Kameron Dunn, Ian M. O'Hara, Zhanying Zhang
Summary: In this study, the effects of applying hydrochar samples derived from hydrothermal treatment (HTT) of sludge and sludge-biomass mixtures to sandy soil were investigated. The study found that the temperature and source of the hydrochar samples had significant effects on soil properties, nutrients, and greenhouse gas emissions.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Majid Ebrahimi, Morteza Hassanpour, David W. Rowlings, Zhihui Bai, Kameron Dunn, Ian M. O'Hara, Zhanying Zhang
Summary: This study investigated the effects of different biomass types on nutrient recovery and heavy metal removal from digested sludge through hydrothermal treatment. The results showed that blending hardwood sawdust with digested sludge increased the recovery of nitrogen, while slightly decreasing the recovery of phosphorus. Blending biomass also reduced the contents of macro-metals in the treated solids, though the specific effects varied with different biomasses. The study provides valuable information for the selection of lignocellulosic biomass for sludge treatment.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xiaohui Niu, Qian Li, Na Luan, Jia Liu, Michael Zhang, Jun An, Zuming Li, Zhihui Bai, Ran Xia, Zhichao Wu
Summary: This study examined the impact of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum BW2013 on mucosal integrity and gut microbiota in mice with DSS-induced colitis. The findings indicate that L. plantarum BW2013 improved clinical symptoms of UC by reducing disease activity index scores and inflammation. Additionally, it increased the expression of genes related to mucosal integrity and reduced inflammatory markers. The sequencing results showed that L. plantarum BW2013 enhanced alpha-diversity and promoted the growth of beneficial bacteria. Overall, L. plantarum BW2013 plays a protective role in DSS-induced UC by preserving mucosal integrity and modulating gut microbiota composition.
CANADIAN JOURNAL OF MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jun Yin, Xiaoxia Wei, Futang Hu, Changkun Cheng, Xuliang Zhuang, Maoyong Song, Guoqiang Zhuang, Feng Wang, Anzhou Ma
Summary: The halotolerant strain Bacillus velezensis BSA1 can produce biosurfactant and modulate the oil microbiome for enhancing oil recovery in low permeability oil reservoirs. Laboratory experiments showed that the oil recovered by B. velezensis BSA1 was 21.6 +/- 1.87 %. Field application also demonstrated successful results with a cumulative oil production of more than 500 m3 within 12 months. Monitoring of the microbial community in the reservoir revealed an increase in surfactant-producing bacteria and hydrocarbon-degrading bacteria, contributing to the enhancement of oil recovery.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Bo Sun, Zhihui Bai, Yongshuang Li, Rui Li, Manjiao Song, Shengjun Xu, Hongxun Zhang, Xuliang Zhuang
Summary: This study developed a novel semi-permeable membrane covered hyperthermophilic composting (smHTC) and demonstrated its effectiveness in reducing CH4 and N2O emissions. The double barrier of the membrane and sub-membrane water layer played a key role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, smHTC was able to suppress the abundance of mcrA gene and methanogens, contributing to CH4 reduction, as well as reduce denitrification-related functional genes and microbial taxa, facilitating N2O mitigation.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shanghua Wu, Xianglong Li, Haonan Fan, Yuzhu Dong, Yaxin Wang, Zhihui Bai, Xuliang Zhuang
Summary: Engineering artificial microbial consortia based on division of labor and metabolic interactions can effectively promote highly efficient bioremediation of combined pollution. In this study, a combination of three microbial strains resulted in the removal of up to 95% Cr(VI) and 100% atrazine from the co-cultures.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jun Yin, Xiaoxia Wei, Futang Hu, Changkun Cheng, Maoyong Song, Guoqiang Zhuang, Anzhou Ma
Summary: Microbial enhanced oil recovery (MEOR) is a promising method for sustainable oil production. This study reveals the existence of alternative stable states in an oil reservoir and explores the correlation between microbiota status and oil production increment. The introduction of biosurfactant-producing bacteria triggers a shift in microbiota status, resulting in higher oil recovery. The hysteresis of the microbial community requires frequent introduction of functional microbes to sustainably improve oil recovery.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaorong Zhou, Anzhou Ma, Xianke Chen, Qinwei Zhang, Xiaowei Guo, Guoqiang Zhuang
Summary: This study comprehensively characterized the dissolved organic matter (DOM) in alpine meadow soil using spectroscopy and mass spectrometry, and simulated the impact of climate warming using open-top chambers (OTCs). The results showed that climate warming had different effects on DOM at different soil depths, with significant changes in the upper and lower layers and minimal changes in the middle layer. Soil nutrients and pH were identified as key factors influencing the molecular composition of DOM.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Feng Wang, Xiaohui Li, Tingting Liu, Xiang Li, Yi Cui, Ling Xu, Shuhao Huo, Bin Zou, Jingya Qian, Anzhou Ma, Guoqiang Zhuang
Summary: In recent years, taste and odor (T&O) compounds in drinking water have become a serious problem, leading to challenges in drinking water treatment plants. Researchers have proposed various abiotic and biotic methods to ensure the quality of drinking water by removing T&O compounds. This review paper summarizes the process parameters, advantages and disadvantages, removal efficiency, and mechanism of these methods. It also provides a summary of the possible degradation pathways for geosmin (GSM) and 2-methylisoborneol (2-MIB), the most common odorous substances in drinking water. Furthermore, suggestions and approaches are given for efficient and safe strategies in treating T&O compounds and their future applications.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Yueyang Li, Yuxi Ling, Jia Liu, Michael Zhang, Zuming Li, Zhihui Bai, Zhenlong Wu, Ran Xia, Zhichao Wu, Yingxin Wan, Qiyun Zhou
Summary: This research found that fermented Myriophyllum aquaticum and Lactobacillus plantarum as new feed additives have positive effects on the gut microbiota and metabolic profile of mice, especially when consumed together.
FERMENTATION-BASEL
(2022)
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)
