Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Victoria Persky, Chibuzor Abasilim, Konstantina Tsintsifas, Tessa Day, Robert M. Sargis, Martha L. Daviglus, Jianwen Cai, Sally Freels, Terry Unterman, Noel Chavez, Robert Kaplan, Carmen R. Isasi, Amber Pirzada, Michelle L. Meyer, Gregory A. Talavera, Bharat Thyagarajan, Brandilyn A. Peters, Jessica M. Madrigal, Arielle Grieco, Mary E. Turyk
Summary: This study examined the associations between endogenous sex hormones and diabetes progression. It found an inverse association between testosterone levels in men and conversion from prediabetes to diabetes, and an inverse association between SHBG levels in women and various glycemic measures as well as prediabetes to diabetes conversion.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ENDOCRINOLOGY & METABOLISM
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Antonella Grasso, Antonio Di Zazzo, Giuseppe Giannaccare, Jaemyoung Sung, Takenori Inomata, Kendrick Co Shih, Alessandra Micera, Daniele Gaudenzi, Sara Spelta, Maria Angela Romeo, Paolo Orsaria, Marco Coassin, Vittorio Altomare
Summary: Sex hormones, especially androgens and estrogens, play significant roles in the pathogenesis of dry eye syndrome. Systemic hormonal replacement treatments may have contradictory effects on ocular surface homeostasis, making it crucial to assess patients with hormonal imbalances such as breast cancer for dry eye disease.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yuqing Wang, Ruxianguli Aimuzi, Min Nian, Yu Zhang, Kai Luo, Jun Zhang
Summary: The study revealed positive associations between certain PFAS and androgen levels in postmenopausal women, particularly in overweight/obese individuals. Further research is needed to explore the potential mechanisms underlying this association and its implications for cardiometabolic diseases.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Kara A. Michels, Ashley M. Geczik, Doug C. Bauer, Louise A. Brinton, Diana S. M. Buist, Jane A. Cauley, Cher M. Dallal, Roni T. Falk, Trisha F. Hue, James V. Lacey, Andrea Z. LaCroix, Jeffrey A. Tice, Xia Xu, Britton Trabert
Summary: The study found that progestogens are generally not associated with colorectal cancer risk in postmenopausal women. These findings are consistent with prior research on circulating endogenous sex hormones, suggesting that sex hormones may not be major drivers of colorectal carcinogenesis in postmenopausal women.
CANCER EPIDEMIOLOGY BIOMARKERS & PREVENTION
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Janghee Lee, Hakyoung Kim, Soong June Bae, Jung Hwan Ji, Jong Won Lee, Byung Ho Son, Sei Hyun Ahn, Joon Jeong, Sae Byul Lee, Sung Gwe Ahn
Summary: This study found that BMI may affect the 21-gene recurrence score in patients with ER-positive, ERBB2-negative breast cancer, suggesting that weight control becomes more important in the prevention and treatment of breast cancer.
Article
Oncology
Rhonda S. Arthur, Andrew J. Dannenberg, Thomas E. Rohan
Summary: The study indicates that postmenopausal breast cancer risk among normal weight women is associated with higher levels of CRP and testosterone, and lower levels of SHBG. These associations persist even after adjustments for BMI, fat mass index, or waist circumference.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CANCER
(2021)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Cameron B. Haas, Li Hsu, Johanna W. Lampe, Karen J. Wernli, Sara Lindstrom
Summary: The genetic architectures of circulating concentrations of estradiol, testosterone, and SHBG were investigated in women of European and African ancestry by menopausal status. Specific loci were identified that showed heterogeneity by menopausal status for testosterone and SHBG, with a more prominent role of genetic variants near genes expressed in adipose tissue in determining testosterone concentrations among postmenopausal women.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Angel Merida-Ortega, Stephen J. Rothenberg, Mariano E. Cebrian, Lizbeth Lopez-Carrillo
Summary: This study compares the individual concentrations and mixtures of metals in women with and without BC. The results show that different metals have different effects on BC.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Chuner Jiang, Peng Wu, Xiangming He, Jianfen Ni, Xiaowen Ding, Xiaohong Xu, Fangzheng Wang, Dehong Zou
Summary: This study investigated the relationship between serum reproductive hormone concentrations and patient characteristics and hormone receptor status among postmenopausal Chinese women with breast cancer. The results showed that decreased serum LH and FSH levels were associated with increased ER and PR expressions and decreased HER2 expression in postmenopausal patients with breast cancer.
FRONTIERS IN ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Orthopedics
Zhongxin Zhu, Jin Zhao, Yanfei Fang, Rongwei Hua
Summary: The study found a positive association between serum E2 level and lumbar BMD, with an inverted U-shaped relationship identified with a inflection point at E2 level of 70 pg/mL. There was no significant association between SHBG level and lumbar BMD, but a U-shaped relationship was observed with a inflection point at SHBG level of 65 nmol/L.
JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY AND RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Swati Sucharita Mohanty, Prafulla Kumar Mohanty
Summary: Breast cancer is the second most prevalent cancer globally, with a significant relationship between obesity and increased risk of developing the disease. Premature menopause and premenopausal obesity decrease the risk, while postmenopausal obesity amplifies it due to adipose tissue being a major reservoir for estrogen biosynthesis. High estrogen levels in overweight postmenopausal women are seen as a major factor in breast cancer development.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Menglu Guo, Changlin Zhu
Summary: This study revealed associations between environmental phenols and sex hormone levels among pre- and postmenopausal women. The results showed that doubling of urinary bisphenol S (BPS) concentration was inversely related to serum sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) concentration in premenopausal women. Additionally, doubling of urinary benzophenone-3 (BP-3) concentration was positively associated with SHBG level in serum. In postmenopausal women, inverse associations were observed between urinary BPS levels and serum estradiol concentrations.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Wenchao Zhang, Yugui Cui, Jiayin Liu
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the association between environmental exposure to heavy metals and sex hormones in postmenopausal women. The results showed positive linear correlations between cadmium and total testosterone, bioavailable testosterone, and testosterone/estradiol ratio. Lead was positively associated with sex hormone binding globulin and testosterone/estradiol ratio. Manganese exhibited a nonlinear association with sex hormone binding globulin and testosterone/estradiol ratio. Selenium had a U-shaped nonlinear association with total testosterone and sex hormone binding globulin. These findings suggest that environmental exposure to heavy metals may disrupt sex hormone levels in postmenopausal women.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zorimar Rivera-Nunez, Megan Hansel, Camila Capurro, Danielle Kozlosky, Christina Wang, Cathleen L. Doherty, Brian Buckley, Pamela Ohman-Strickland, Richard K. Miller, Thomas G. O'Connor, Lauren M. Aleksunes, Emily S. Barrett
Summary: This study found that cadmium exposure during pregnancy may lead to lower testosterone levels in pregnant women, while estrogen levels remain unchanged. This effect may be stronger in pregnancies carrying female fetuses. Further research is needed to understand how alterations in gestational testosterone activity may impact pregnancy and child health.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Ya-Wen Chen, Dong Hang, Ane S. Kvaerner, Edward Giovannucci, Mingyang Song
Summary: The study reveals that adulthood adiposity and middle-life weight gain are associated with changes in sex hormone levels, with men experiencing decreases in testosterone and SHBG levels, postmenopausal women showing increases in E1 and E2 levels and decreases in SHBG levels, and premenopausal women exhibiting decreases in SHBG levels. Maintaining a healthy body weight throughout life is important for the homeostasis of sex hormones.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Nadeem A. Khan, Sirajuddin Ahmed, Izharul Haq Farooqi, Imran Ali
Summary: The article discusses the application of various technologies in the treatment of pharmaceutical and wastewater. It highlights the need for better technologies to improve removal rates of certain elements that inhibit neurotransmitter activity and proliferation. Additionally, the combination of activated sludge and membrane filtration bioreactors shows higher removal efficiency, while ozonation enhances biodegradability.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Imran Ali, Stoyanova Alyona, Kon'kova Tatiana, Gaydukova Anastasiya, Hassan M. Albishri, Wael Hamad Alshitari
Summary: A sorption-electroflotation method using carbon nanomaterials was developed to remove non-biodegradable and carcinogenic toxic metal ions. Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and carbon nanoshells (CNSs) were used to remove Ni(II), Co(II), Zn(II), Fe(II), and Cu(II). Surface properties and composition of the nanomaterials were characterized, and different models were applied to analyze the data. The method showed excellent removal efficiency, with the highest percentage removal achieved through simultaneous sorption-electroflotation.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Imran Ali, Hokman Mahmudov, Gunel Imanova, Telman Suleymanov, Ahmed M. Hameed, Ahmed Alharbi
Summary: Hydrogen production through water splitting using Al2O3 nanoparticles as a radiation catalyst with gamma rays irradiation was studied. The effects of different particle sizes, surface area, amounts of radiation catalyst, and irradiation time were investigated. It was found that smaller-sized nanoparticles resulted in higher hydrogen production.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Valentina Greco, Marcello Locatelli, Fabio Savini, Ugo de Grazia, Ottavia Montanaro, Enrica Rosato, Miryam Perrucci, Luigi Ciriolo, Abuzar Kabir, Halil Ibrahim Ulusoy, Cristian D'Ovidio, Imran Ali, Alessandro Giuffrida
Summary: This article discusses the primary cause of poor and ambiguous results in the bioanalytical process, which is sample pre-treatment, particularly in clinical analysis. It focuses on both classical and new techniques for pre-treatment of complex sample matrices. The use of green solvents and alternative biological samples like saliva, as well as new techniques that require minimal sample pre-treatment, are explored. The article is divided into sections on clinical applications and sample preparation techniques for diagnostic purposes.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Imran Ali, Teymur Agayev, Gunel T. Imanova, Hokman Mahmudov, Shahla Musayeva, Omar M. L. Alharbi, Mohammad Nahid Siddiqui
Summary: The production of economic green hydrogen fuel is in high demand. In this study, hydrogen generation by water radiolysis of a hexane-water system on ZrO2 surface was investigated at different temperatures. The radiation-catalytic decomposition of hexane-water increased at high temperatures and resulted in an increase in hydrogen production. At a temperature of 673 K, a chain mode conversion of the key products of hexane-water led to molecular hydrogen. The maximum yield of hydrogen achieved was 188.5 molecule/100 eV with the n-ZrO2 + C6H14(ads)-water (0.003 g: 0.0051 g: 0.0015 g) system at 673 K.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Cristian D'Ovidio, Marcello Locatelli, Miryam Perrucci, Luigi Ciriolo, Kenneth G. Furton, Isil Gazioglu, Abuzar Kabir, Giuseppe Maria Merone, Ugo de Grazia, Imran Ali, Antonio Maria Catena, Michele Treglia, Luigi T. Marsella, Fabio Savini
Summary: LC-MS/MS plays a crucial role in screening and tracking pharmacotoxicological and forensic cases due to its advanced features. This review paper focuses on its applications in pharmacotoxicology and highlights its importance in the development of pharmacological and forensic research. It discusses therapeutic drug monitoring and clinical approaches as well as the determination of illicit drugs.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Valentina Greco, Alessandro Giuffrida, Marcello Locatelli, Fabio Savini, Ugo de Grazia, Luigi Ciriolo, Miryam Perrucci, Abuzar Kabir, Halil Ibrahim Ulusoy, Cristian D'Ovidio, Imran Ali
Summary: This review focuses on the sample preparation for forensic analysis, including elimination of interferents, specimen cleanup, and extraction of analytes of interest to reduce matrix effect. The selection of literature provides a general overview of the state-of-the-art in this field. Different biological matrices, such as blood and urine, are commonly used to investigate substances related to death, while other body fluids like bile and oral fluids are still under discussion for their usability. The review also categorizes solid matrices obtained after autopsy into conventional and unconventional matrices for better understanding, considering widely used pretreatment techniques and representative innovative techniques.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Syed Dilshad Alam, Mirza Adil Beg, Muralidhararao Bagadi, Marcello Locatelli, Zeid A. Alothman, Mohd Mustaqeem, Imran Ali
Summary: Berberine was extracted from Berberis vulgaris, Berberis aquifolium, and Hydrastis canadensis using ethanol and water (70:30, v/v). The extracted berberine was characterized using UV-visible and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy. Thin-layer chromatography and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) methods were both employed for the separation and identification of berberine, and showed different applications. The extracted berberine exhibited better activity in treating Leishmaniosis compared to the standard drug Amphotericin B.
JOURNAL OF SEPARATION SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Khadidja Addadi, Khaled Sekkoum, Nasser Belboukhari, Zeid A. ALOthman, Ahmed M. Aljuwayid, Mika Sillanpaa, Imran Ali
Summary: In this study, the enantio-separation of three chiral sulfoxide drugs was achieved on a Chiralpak AS-3R column using acetonitrile-water as the mobile phase. The chiral separation was validated properly with LOD and LOQ values of 9.70-14.16 and 29.39-42.91 μg/mL, respectively. The enantiomer elution order was confirmed through experimental and theoretical methods. A simple, fast, reliable, and thermodynamically stable HPLC method was developed for the separation and determination of enantiomer elution order of the chiral sulfoxide drugs.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Imran Ali, Anastasya Gaydukova, Tatiana Kon'kova, Zeid Abdullah ALOthman, Mika Sillanpaa
Summary: This study investigated the acid leaching process of grinding waste from a heat-resistant nickel alloy. Optimal conditions for acid dissolution were established to maximize the extraction of nickel, the main component of the alloy. These results are significant for industry professionals in metal recovery and environmentalists in waste treatment.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Imran Ali, Aleksandr Shchegolkov, Aleksey Shchegolkov, Maksim Aleksandrovich Chumak, Nashchekin Alexey Viktorovich, Likhachev Kirill Vasilievich, Gunel Imanova, Tonni Agustiono Kurniawan, Mohamed A. Habila
Summary: Multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) synthesized by the microwave method were found to enhance the thermal and electrical conductivity of silicone elastomers. The highest thermal conductivity achieved was 0.48 W/m°C with 8.0 wt% MWCNTs, while the highest electrical conductivity reached 2.4 x 10-5 S/cm. Microwave-synthesized MWCNTs demonstrated high stability in an electrical resistance heater application, making them suitable for household appliances.
POLYMER ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Muhammad Sarfraz Arshad, Xavier Yangkou Mbianda, Imran Ali, Wanbing Guan, Tariq Kamal, Kimmo Kauhaniemi, Syed Zulqadar Hassan, Ghulam Yasin
Summary: This paper discusses the importance of nanomaterials in solid oxide fuel cells and the enhancement of active sites for electrode reactions through nanoengineering and composite approaches. The use of nanotechnology enables environmentally friendly and sustainable manufacturing processes for SOFCs. Additionally, the paper provides an overview of the applications of SOFCs, notable research institutions and companies, and future challenges and perspectives.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Imran Ali, Aicha Kraimi, Nasser Belboukhari, Khaled Sekkoum, Mouslim Messali
Summary: In order to enhance the anticoagulant activity of acenocoumarol, five new imino derivatives were synthesized and characterized. These derivatives were separated into their stereoisomers using chiral HPLC. The absolute configuration of all 20 stereoisomers was determined and their biological activities were predicted using DFT calculations.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Maha Hasni, Nasser Belboukhari, Khaled Sekkoum, Raluca-Ioana Stefan-van Staden, Zeid A. Alothman, Ersin Demir, Imran Ali
Summary: The essential oil of Heliotropium bacciferum plant has significant medicinal value, and this study extracted and analyzed its essential oil, as well as evaluated its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial activities. The results showed that the essential oil displayed effective anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, indicating its potential as a therapeutic agent.
ANALYTICAL BIOCHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Farhat Habib, Asghar Ali, Iram Irfan, Amir Azam, Mohammad Abid, Imran Ali
Summary: In this study, a series of novel 1,2,4-oxadiazole-sulfonamide conjugates were synthesized and evaluated for their antimicrobial activity. Compound 8d showed significant inhibitory activity against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacterial strains, and exhibited synergistic effect with some antibiotics. It also demonstrated favorable drug-like characteristics and no toxicity towards human red blood cells.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Muqiu Hu, Xin Zhao, Jinghan Gu, Lulu Qian, Zhiqing Wang, Yuanyuan Nie, Xiaoyu Han, Long An, Haiqiang Jiang
Summary: Due to its simple process, environmental friendliness, and low operating costs, biometallurgy has become a popular technology for metals recovering from low-grade ores and tailings. An optimized agar was used to isolate and grow functional bacteria, resulting in the successful isolation of six functional stains. These strains were further tested for their ability to leach metals from polymetallic sulfide tailings, with significant improvements observed when the strains were mixed together. The selection of leaching process should be based on tailings composition and target metals.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Saqib Hassan, Aswin Thacharodi, Anshu Priya, R. Meenatchi, Thanushree A. Hegde, R. Thangamani, Ht Nguyen, Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
Summary: An Endocrine Disrupting Chemical (EDC) is a compound that disrupts the function of the endocrine system and is found in the environment. EDCs, such as Bisphenol A and pesticides, have been shown to have negative effects on the female reproductive system. Understanding the relationship between EDCs and women's health is crucial for developing strategies to protect reproductive health and informing public policy decisions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lichang Zhou, Zhaoling Li, Boyi Cheng, Jinqi Jiang, Xinqi Bi, Zongping Wang, Guanghao Chen, Gang Guo
Summary: Thiosulfate can promote sulfur-mediated bacterial activity, inhibit glycogen accumulating organisms, and enhance denitrification efficiency. After the carbon source is reduced, the competitive ability of glycogen accumulating organisms increases, resulting in reduced sulfate reduction.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Claire E. Campbell, Devyn L. Cotter, Katherine L. Bottenhorn, Elisabeth Burnor, Hedyeh Ahmadi, W. James Gauderman, Carlos Cardenas-Iniguez, Daniel Hackman, Rob McConnell, Kiros Berhane, Joel Schwartz, Jiu-Chiuan Chen, Megan M. Herting
Summary: Recent studies have found a connection between air pollution and increased risk for behavioral problems during development. However, more longitudinal studies are needed to investigate how exposure during the transition to adolescence may affect emotional behaviors.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jing-hong Liang, Ru-yu Yang, Mei-ling Liu, Ying-qi Pu, Wen-wen Bao, Yu Zhao, Li-xin Hu, Yu-shan Zhang, Shan Huang, Nan Jiang, Xue-ya Pu, Shao-yi Huang, Guang-hui Dong, Ya-jun Chen
Summary: This study examines the association between urban Green and blue spaces (GBS) exposure and Emotion and behavior problems (EBP) in youth populations. The findings suggest that higher exposure to GBS, particularly green spaces (GS) and blue spaces (BS), is associated with a decrease in the risk of developing total difficulties in young individuals. The joint effect of GS and BS may also contribute to the decrease in EBPs.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Diego Ruiz-Sobremazas, Mario Ruiz Coca, Miguel Morales-Navas, Rocio Rodulfo-Cardenas, Caridad Lopez-Granero, Maria Teresa Colomina, Cristian Perez-Fernandez, Fernando Sanchez-Santed
Summary: Air pollution is associated with a range of health issues and gestational exposure to environmental pollutants may be linked to neurodevelopmental disorders. This study investigated the effects of oral gestational exposure to particulate matter (PM) on ultrasonic vocalizations (USV). The findings suggest that this exposure may lead to social deficits and abnormal gene expression related to neurotransmitter systems. Further research is needed to better understand the effects of air pollution on neurodevelopmental disorders and the neurotransmission systems involved.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yagmur Kabakci, Sadiye Kosar, Ozgur Dogan, Fehmi Gorkem Uctug, Osman Atilla Arikan
Summary: This study investigated the effect of electrohydrolysis pretreatment on municipal solid waste. The results showed that applying electrohydrolysis pretreatment increased methane production and reduced the time required for hydrolysis, suggesting it is a promising method to improve anaerobic digestion efficiency.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chuanwu Zhao, Yaozhong Pan, Hanyi Wu, Yu Zhu
Summary: This study analyzed the impact of industrial zones on urban heat islands using remote sensing images and a novel spectral index. The research found that the contraction or expansion of industrial zones has a significant effect on land surface temperature. The results are valuable for environmental assessment and fine management of industrial cities.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bang Du, Zhongzhong Wang, Piet N. L. Lens, Xinmin Zhan, Guangxue Wu
Summary: This study investigated the performance, syntrophic relationships, microbial communities, and metabolic pathways of ethanol-fed reactors with different operational modes and solids retention times. The results showed that different microorganisms were enriched under different SRT conditions, and syntrophic bacteria related to methane production could be enriched under low SRT conditions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gokulan Ravindiran, Sivarethinamohan Rajamanickam, Muralikrishnan Ramalingam, Gasim Hayder, Balamurugan Karupaiya Sathaiah, Madhava Krishna Reddy Gaddam, Senthil Kumar Muniasamy, Priya Arunkumar
Summary: The present study investigated the sustainable approach for wastewater treatment using waste algal blooms. The biochar produced by the marine algae Ulva reticulata was used to remove chromium, nickel, and zinc from aqueous solutions. The study examined the adsorbents' properties and stability using SEM/EDX, FTIR, and XRD. The results showed that the biochar had high removal efficiency for the toxic metals, and the packed bed column effectively removed the heavy metal ions. The Thomas and Adams-Bohart models were found to best fit the regression values, and desorption studies were conducted to understand the sorption and elution processes.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Vignesh Vinayagam, Kavitha Nagarasampatti Palani, Sudha Ganesh, Siddharth Rajesh, Vedha Varshini Akula, Ramapriyan Avoodaiappan, Omkar Singh Kushwaha, Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
Summary: The presence of pollutants in water contributes to global pollution and poses significant threats to humans and wildlife. Finding effective wastewater treatment techniques is crucial for reducing pollutant accumulation in the environment. This paper highlights recent advances in the electrochemical advanced oxidation method and other processes for treating pharmaceuticals, dyes, and pesticide-polluted effluents.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
M. M. M. Ahmed, Kai-Yue Chen, Fang-Yu Tsao, Yi-Cheng Hsieh, Yu-Ting Liu, Min Tzou
Summary: This study investigated the sorption of citric acid onto humic acid-iron hydr(o)xide coprecipitate (HAFHCP) and the reciprocal effects of citric acid and P sorption on HAFHCP. The results showed that citric acid could increase P availability and have an impact on P sorption.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xibo Xu, Zeqiang Wang, Xiaoning Song, Wenjie Zhan, Shuting Yang
Summary: The selection of predictor variables is crucial in building a digital mapping model for potentially toxic elements (PTEs) in soil. Traditionally, spatial and spectral parameters have been used as predictor variables, but the temporal dimension is often overlooked. This study demonstrates the value of incorporating temporal indices in the model, leading to significant performance improvements. The temporal-spatial-spectral covariate combinations used in a random forest (RF) algorithm achieve satisfactory mapping accuracy and outperform other methods.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yan Pei, Xun Liu, Mengbo Cao, Zijun Wang, Hongbing Yang
Summary: Heteroatom doping can reconfigure the electronic structure of heterogeneous catalysts, leading to the development of advanced oxidation water purification materials with superior performance and stability. In this study, a series of catalysts with different elemental doping were prepared using a simple and environmentally friendly method. The S-doped NiCo2O4 catalyst showed excellent catalytic performance for the removal of Tetracycline, with significantly increased kinetic constant and high oxidation and mineralization efficiency in a wide pH range. The degradation process was dominated by non-radical oxidation pathway after S doping, and the overall process moved towards low toxicity.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Srivalli Thimmarayan, Harshavardhan Mohan, Gaddapara Manasa, Karthi Natesan, Shanmugam Mahendran, Pavithra Muthukumar Sathya, Byung-Taek Oh, R. Ravi Kumar, Rangasamy Sigamani Gandhimathi, Arul Jayaprakash, Kamala-Kannan Seralathan
Summary: This study investigated the bacterial degradation of naphthalene (NPT) isolated from crude oil-contaminated soil. Bacillus sp. GN 3.4, a potential bacteria for NPT biodegradation, was isolated and the optimal conditions for NPT degradation were determined. The study suggests that Bacillus sp. GN 3.4 could potentially aid in bioremediation by eliminating NPT from the soil.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
