Article
Environmental Sciences
Shuo Li, Yanan Wu, Heshan Zheng, Hongbin Li, Yongjie Zheng, Jun Nan, Jun Ma, Dillirani Nagarajan, Jo-Shu Chang
Summary: Antibiotic contamination poses serious risks of ecotoxicity and resistance gene induction. Advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) have demonstrated effectiveness in the degradation of antibiotics. However, the production of degradation intermediates in the oxidation process raises concerns about potential ecological risks. In-depth investigations on the ecotoxicity and resistance genes induction of antibiotic degradation products are important for addressing the environmental problems of antibiotics.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Gema Rodriguez-Moro, Sara Ramirez-Acosta, Belen Callejon-Leblic, Ana Arias-Borrego, Tamara Garcia-Barrera, Jose-Luis Gomez-Ariza
Summary: The increasing interest in the environment, climate change, and quality of life has led to new methodological proposals, particularly in the field of omics methodology, which represents a milestone in environmental studies. The study of toxic metals is of special interest, with new instrumental platforms and methodological approaches being developed to address these issues.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Qinghua Wang, Xi He, Haifeng Xiong, Yucheng Chen, Lei Huang
Summary: This review provides a brief description of the mechanisms and toxic effects of antibiotic-metal coordination, focusing on the impact of AMCs on microbial communities and resistant genes. The study also discusses the toxicities and mechanisms of AMCs on different species of biota. The findings emphasize the need for targeted detection and analysis methods, as well as appropriate toxicity markers, to verify the combination of antibiotics with metal ions and reveal environmental toxicities.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Thangavelu Kokulnathan, Elumalai Ashok Kumar, Tzyy-Jiann Wang, I. -Chiang Cheng
Summary: In this study, SrWO4 nanoflakes were successfully prepared and used to modify an electrochemical electrode for the efficient determination of SDZ. The SrWO4 modified electrode exhibited excellent electrocatalytic activity and high recognition capability for SDZ, achieving a low oxidation peak and a wide linear detection range. The performance of the SrWO4-based sensor was enhanced due to its catalytic effect, large surface area, good electrical conductivity, and physicochemical nature, showing its significance in drug detection.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Indroneil Roy, Chenying Wang, Nicholas Smieszek, Xinran Li, Leonidas Tsapatsaris, Vidhya Chakrapani
Summary: This research focuses on the catalytic efficiency of birnessite in the water oxidation reaction, investigating the formation mechanism of the key Mn-III intermediate influenced by various electrolyte components. The study reveals that electrolyte cations control the interlayer spacing, while electrolyte anions regulate the deprotonation level, both ultimately affecting the shuttling efficiency of uncomplexed Mn-II and its oxidation to Mn-III.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Rongbin Xu, Yuqiang Liu, Xuping Li, Guangyuan Yao, Ya Xu, Kailang She
Summary: This study simulated the landfill disposal process of alkaline fly ash using accelerated carbonization experiments and assessed the environmental risk of leaching using the LandSim-HELP coupling model. The results showed that alkaline fly ash could be admitted to landfill without much chemical addition or stabilization before carbonization. However, after carbonation, the leached concentrations of zinc and cadmium increased significantly. The risk assessment of heavy metal leakage indicated that the exposure concentrations of lead, zinc, and cadmium exceeded the permissible limits, and the carcinogenic risk of cadmium exceeded the acceptable hazard quotient in the carbonized samples.
Article
Microbiology
Lucy Androsiuk, Tal Shay, Shay Tal
Summary: Plasmids play an important role in microbial diversity and adaptation, but the study of marine plasmids is still very limited. By analyzing microbiome data from the marine environment, a pipeline for de novo assembly of plasmids was established. This pipeline identified a large number of plasmid candidates, whose distribution is related to environmental conditions. Functional analysis of these plasmids revealed potential novel proteins and highlighted the importance of plasmids in the spread of antibiotic and metal resistances. The study of marine plasmids is significant in predicting antimicrobial resistance dissemination and understanding plasmid-bacterial interactions in various environments.
MICROBIOLOGY SPECTRUM
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Isabelle M. D. Gonzaga, Angela Moratalla, Katlin I. B. Eguiluz, Giancarlo R. Salazar-Banda, Pablo Canizares, Manuel A. Rodrigo, Cristina Saez
Summary: This paper investigates the application of a novel microwave-prepared mixed metal oxide anode in the electrolysis and photo-electrolysis of synthetic urine intensified with Penicillin G. The results demonstrate the superior performance in penicillin removal and the synergistic effect when combined with UV radiation.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yirong Zhang, Zhenchao Tan, Kaikai Qin, Chenglan Liu
Summary: This study investigated the influence of Cd and Cu on the toxicity and enantioselective behavior of dinotefuran enantiomers in soil-earthworm microcosms. The results showed that S-dinotefuran had higher toxicity than R-dinotefuran. Cadmium (Cd) and rac-dinotefuran had an antagonistic effect on earthworms, while copper (Cu) and rac-dinotefuran had a synergistic effect. Co-exposure to Cd or Cu inhibited the dissipation of dinotefuran enantiomers and slightly reduced the enantioselectivity in soil. Furthermore, Cd and Cu altered the environmental behaviors and the toxicity of dinotefuran enantiomers in soil-earthworm microcosms.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yi Tan, Karim El-Kersh, Sara E. E. Watson, Kupper A. A. Wintergerst, Jiapeng Huang, Lu Cai
Summary: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death worldwide, and the role of environmental contaminants such as nonessential metals in their development and persistence needs more attention. Antimony, as a less addressed nonessential metal, is gradually being recognized for its potential link to CVDs.
ANTIOXIDANTS & REDOX SIGNALING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiuqi You, Haibo Li, Baozhu Pan, Mingtao You, Weiling Sun
Summary: The joint toxicity of antibiotics and metals towards aquatic organisms is dependent on their interactions, with complexation leading to antagonistic effects and lack of interactions resulting in additive effects. CTC facilitated the intracellular uptake of metals by increasing membrane permeability, while FLO had no significant effects on metal internalization. Proteomic analysis revealed down-regulation of photosynthetic proteins by CTC and FLO and showed that Cu(II) and Cd(II) induced different responses in protein regulation. Co-exposure of antibiotics and metals alleviated or exacerbated dysregulation of biological functions in Synechocystis sp., suggesting their combined toxicity effects.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pourya Shahpoury, Zheng Wei Zhang, Andrea Arangio, Valbona Celo, Ewa Dabek-Zlotorzynska, Tom Harner, Athanasios Nenes
Summary: This study quantified the oxidative potential of PM2.5 from several Canadian cities and evaluated the application of empirical oxidative potential as a new metric for aerosol. The oxidative potential was strongly correlated with different emission source sectors, showing the highest levels from traffic emissions. Copper showed a high association with oxidative potential across all sites, while other metals' correlation depended on the emission sources. The solubility of iron was associated with sulfate and aerosol pH at most sites, with implications for the health effects of PM2.5.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pratishtha Khurana, Rama Pulicharla, Satinder Kaur Brar
Summary: This review discusses the factors contributing to the presence of antibiotic residues in wastewater and the formation of antibiotic-metal complexes. It critically evaluates the existing treatment methods and points out the knowledge gaps for future research and treatment strategies.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Mengdie Xu, Jia Wei, Xiujuan Chen, Guoping Pan, Jiamei Li, Luyi Xing, Yifei Zhang, Yanan Li, Zhaoxu Wang, Jun Li
Summary: The combination of layered double metal hydroxides and biochar prepared a novel pH-universal electric Fenton cathode, which exhibited superior performance in the degradation of antibiotics and had a wide applicable range. Co-existing ions were found to have an impact on the degradation effect, and the toxicity of intermediate products was assessed.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Jyotsnamayee Nayak, Ashita Sood, Mahesh Kulharia, Suban K. Sahoo, Rajender Kumar
Summary: This study investigated the effect of pH on the inclusion of DOX into thiolated fi-CD and found that DOX forms a strong inclusion complex with fi-CD-SH at neutral pH. The MD simulation results suggest that the CD ring undergoes flipping at neutral pH, leading to stronger inclusion. The study provides molecular binding information for designing an effective fi-CD-based targeted drug delivery system.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL INFORMATION AND MODELING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhongyu Guo, Jieqiong Wang, Xi Chen, Feifei Cui, Tingting Wang, Chengzhi Zhou, Guobao Song, Siyu Zhang, Jingwen Chen
Summary: The study investigated the photochemical characteristics of S-DOM extracted from coastal seawaters and found that S-DOM accelerates the photodegradation of OMPs mainly through (DOM)-D-3*. Furthermore, the impact of mariculture on S-DOM influences the generation of (DOM)-D-3*, affecting the efficiency of photodegradation.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fangfang Ma, Hong-Bin Xie, Mingxue Li, Sainan Wang, Renyi Zhang, Jingwen Chen
Summary: This study investigated the atmospheric oxidation mechanism and kinetics of tertiary amines using computational methods, focusing on trimethylamine (TMA) and triethylamine (TEA) as proxies. The results showed that the N-containing peroxy radicals play a key role in the oxidation of TMA and TEA, with a unique autoxidation mechanism observed for TMA compared to TEA. However, the TEA system may compete with a pathway dissociating into fragmental products.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yangjian Zhou, Fangyuan Cheng, Dongyang He, Ya-nan Zhang, Jiao Qu, Xin Yang, Jingwen Chen, Willie J. G. M. Peijnenburg
Summary: This study investigated the effects of UV/chlorine treatment on the photophysical and photochemical properties of DOM using Suwannee River fulvic acid (SRFA) and Suwannee River natural organic matter (SRNOM) as representatives. The results showed that increasing chlorine dosage led to decreased absorbance of the two DOM samples and changes in their aromaticity, molecular weight, and electron-donating capacity. The quantum yields of excited triplet state of DOM, singlet oxygen, and hydroxyl radicals first decreased and then increased with increasing chlorine dosages in the UV/chlorine systems due to different reaction pathways. This study provides insights into the dynamic roles of DOM in the photodegradation of micropollutants.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Maolin Wang, Gengxian Li, Chunlong Xia, Xudong Jing, Rubing Wang, Qingquan Liu, Xiyun Cai
Summary: CDP composite materials were prepared with a rigid bulk structure and flexible polymeric network through facile KMnO4 oxidation treatments, allowing for control over the structure and properties by adjusting the oxidant dose, which in turn impacts the sorption capacity for compounds. Studies showed that the compromise between sorption site amounts and accessibility plays a crucial role in determining the sorption mechanisms and effectiveness of CDP materials, with reuse experiments demonstrating improved removal efficiency towards pesticides in water.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Maolin Wang, Canyang Hu, Jiahui Xu, Xudong Jing, Hafeez Ur Rahim, Xiyun Cai
Summary: The combination of thiosulfate (STS) and zerovalent iron (ZVI) was found to enhance the immobilization of cadmium (Cd) in soil and reduce Cd accumulation in wheat, potentially providing a sustainable solution to Cd-contaminated soils. The synergistic effect of STS and ZVI improved the formation of stable Cd-binding complexes in soil, resulting in decreased Cd uptake by wheat plants. Field applications of STS and ZVI demonstrated significant reductions in grain Cd content, highlighting the potential of this treatment method for remediation of Cd-contaminated environments.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yaling Wang, Yi Huang, Puyu Xi, Xianliang Qiao, Jingwen Chen, Xiyun Cai
Summary: This study provides empirical evidence for the interrelated effects of natural soils components and target TPHs on persulfate oxidation of TPHs, demonstrating that such interrelation forms the basis of a predictive model with high accuracy for persulfate oxidation.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xudong Jing, Qian Li, Xianliang Qiao, Jingwen Chen, Xiyun Cai
Summary: The practice of outspread straw return leads to accumulation of structurally diverse organic materials in soils, affecting the sorption of pesticides and antibiotics. The changing chemical structure and properties of accumulated straw materials during decomposition result in a compromise in sorption capacity, leading to specific sorption trends of organic compounds. Relatively hydrophobic chemicals may exhibit decreasing sorption capacity in organic matter-rich soils with straw return practice, contradicting the common belief that crop straw return increases sorption and decreases leaching.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rubing Wang, Xinmeng Li, Jiahui Xu, Canyang Hu, Zhuhua Wang, Jingwen Chen, Xiyun Cai
Summary: The bioavailability of organic chemical bioaccumulation follows the power law, influenced by the lipid fraction of invertebrates, bulk site concentration of compounds, and organic carbon content of soils/sediments. This law directly links environmental exposures and body burdens of organic chemicals in contaminated sites, offering a method for case-specific risk assessments and regulation of a vast number of organic chemicals and contaminated sites.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jiahui Xu, Canyang Hu, Maolin Wang, Zongsheng Zhao, Xiaoxue Zhao, Liu Cao, Yifu Lu, Xiyun Cai
Summary: The effects of coexisting heavy metals on the transfer of Cd in wheat grains were found to be changeable, with zinc showing a stronger inhibitory effect than lead and copper. A predictive model of grain Cd using soil zinc, along with other factors, was constructed and validated with good accuracy levels.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lihao Su, Ya Wang, Zhongyu Wang, Siyu Zhang, Zijun Xiao, Deming Xia, Jingwen Chen
Summary: Layered black phosphorus (BP) has great potential in various fields, but the interactions and parameters of BP adsorption with organics are lacking. In this study, molecular dynamic and density functional theory were used to calculate the energy and equilibrium constants of organics adsorbed onto BP. Gaseous phase adsorption was found to be more favorable than aqueous phase, and the affinity of aromatics to BP was similar to graphene. The established polyparameter linear free energy relationship model effectively predicted the adsorption capacity of organics onto BP.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jiahui Xu, Maolin Wang, Tianxiang Zhong, Zongsheng Zhao, Yifu Lu, Xiaoxue Zhao, Xiyun Cai
Summary: The study revealed the source contributions to heavy metal(loids) in wheat grains, identified the variations in influencing factors, and highlighted the contributions of soil characteristics and smelting activities to heavy metals(loids) in wheat grains.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Maolin Wang, Yaling Wang, Xudong Jing, Jiahui Xu, Min Li, Qing Xie, Xiyun Cai
Summary: By mixing dithionite (DTN) and zerovalent iron (ZVI) with persulfate (PS), a highly efficient and stable DTN-ZVI/PS system was developed for the removal of PAHs in groundwater and soils. This study may contribute to the development of new iron-activated oxidation systems for groundwater and soil remediation.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yaling Wang, Maolin Wang, Qing Xie, Xiyun Cai
Summary: We report the use of cyclodextrin-coated Fe3O4@Fe0 nanoparticles as activated persulfate systems, which have the ability to access hydrophobic PAHs quickly and activate persulfates effectively. The CD coating stabilizes the polycrystalline structure of Fe3O4@Fe0 nanoparticles and enhances the mass transfer of PAHs in water. The Fe3O4@Fe0-CD/PS system has high reactivity and shows significant removal efficiency for hydrophobic contaminants in water and soils.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Hafeez Ur Rahim, Muhammad Qaswar, Maolin Wang, Xudong Jing, Xiyuan Cai
Summary: This review discusses the potential of reduced sulfur species and their composites in remediation of XOCs and immobilization of heavy metal ions. These materials show promising results in degrading and detoxifying halogenated pesticides, as well as in soil and water remediation of heavy metal ions through various mechanisms. The study also proposes future research recommendations for improving sulfur-based materials and their applications in environmental remediation.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
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)