Review
Environmental Sciences
Ily Asilah Ibrahim, Hemamalini Rawindran, Mohammad Mahtab Alam, Wai Hong Leong, Nurul Tasnim Sahrin, Hui-Suan Ng, Yi Jing Chan, Eman Alaaeldin Abdelfattah, Jun Wei Lim, Umar Sa'ad Aliyu, Kuan Shiong Khoo
Summary: The escalating crisis of marine plastic waste poses threats to marine ecosystems by releasing harmful substances. The degradation of plastic into microplastics and nanoplastics amplifies the destructive impact on marine life and terrestrial ecosystems. While there are recycling methods, further research and development are needed for improved efficiency. Urgent action is necessary to confront this ecological crisis and protect the marine environment and ecosystems.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jinling Zhang, Xin Jin, Hui Zhao, Xiang Feng, Hao Yan, Xiaobo Chen, Xin Zhou, Chaohe Yang
Summary: This study presents a new method for treating spent sulfuric acid through catalytic oxidation reaction, using ozone-treated activated carbon derived from coconut shells as a catalyst. Organic pollutants were successfully degraded into harmless substances.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Priya Dev, Kamalesh Chakravarty, Manoj Pandey, Rakesh Ranjan, Mareena Cyriac, Vijaya Nath Mishra, Abhishek Pathak
Summary: The role of environmental contaminants in stroke is still being investigated, with inconsistent results in studies on the association of air pollution, noise, and water pollution with stroke. A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted to examine the effect of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) on ischemic stroke patients. Five eligible studies were included, with polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) being the most studied POP associated with ischemic stroke. Living near a source of POP contamination was found to increase the risk of exposure and ischemic stroke. Further extensive studies are needed to confirm the association between POPs and ischemic stroke.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Doan Van Thuan, Hoang Long Ngo, Huong Pham Thi, Thi Thu Hien Chu
Summary: Titanium oxide-based photocatalysts (TOBPs) are widely used in various applications, such as wastewater treatment and CO2 reduction. However, the large bandgap of TiO2 limits their absorption of visible light, leading to low photocatalytic activities under sunlight. To overcome this, strategies such as doping and combining with other compounds are employed to reduce the bandgap of TiO2. This review discusses the application of TOBPs in the photodegradation of hazardous organic pollutants and provides information on the synthesis of TiO2 and techniques to enhance the photocatalytic activities of TOBPs.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ishmail Sheriff, Sisay Abebe Debela, Aruna Mans-Davies
Summary: The Stockholm convention aims to protect the environment and human health by eliminating or restricting the production, use, and distribution of persistent organic pollutants. However, there is a lack of capacity, infrastructure, and funding in developing countries to effectively manage POPs. The authors suggest strengthening laboratory capacity, establishing regional facilities for decontamination and destruction of POPs, and improving management of contaminated sites. Additionally, more funding schemes are needed for POPs mitigation and abatement in developing countries.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Stanislaw Waclawek, Kamil Krawczyk, Daniele Silvestri, Vinod V. T. Padil, Michal Rezanka, Miroslav Cernik, Mietek Jaroniec
Summary: Water contamination is a global issue due to factors such as population growth and industrial activities. This review article discusses the use of cyclodextrins (CDs) and CD-functionalized materials for the removal of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) from water, providing an overview of their applications and mechanisms.
ADVANCES IN COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jasmina Sulejmanovic, Ajla Gostevcic, Amar Karadz, Adnan Zahirovic, Anela Topcagic, Jelena Ostojic, Abdullah A. Al-Kahtani, Farooq Sher
Summary: This research aimed to optimize an adsorption process for the removal of the non-biodegradable dye Eriochrome Black T (EBT) using native hazelnut shells as biosorbents. The study successfully demonstrated the effective removal of the dye and identified the optimal conditions for removal. The findings suggest that the utilized green and environmentally friendly sorbent can be used in real textile industries for the removal of dyes and heavy metals.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
J. Aravind Kumar, T. Krithiga, S. Sathish, A. Annam Renita, D. Prabu, S. Lokesh, R. Geetha, S. Karthik Raja Namasivayam, Mika Sillanpaa
Summary: This article discusses the hazards of persistent organic pollutants and their impact on the environment and humans, introduces different biological degradation methods, emphasizes the potential of microbial degradation in the management of POPs, and points out the direction for future research.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Wei Lun Ang, Patrick J. McHugh, Mark D. Symes
Summary: Sonoelectrochemical pollutant degradation is a promising method for water treatment, which combines both electrochemical and ultrasonic techniques to efficiently convert pollutants into harmless substances. The synergistic effects of electrochemistry and ultrasonication lead to faster degradation rates and improved mass transport, making it an attractive approach for pollutant removal in water.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Rong Huang, Jiapeng Yang, Yijun Cao, Dionysios D. Dionysiou, Chongqing Wang
Summary: This study focuses on the fabrication and characterization of a magnetic self-doped iron/carbon nanocomposite as a catalyst for the degradation of persistent organic pollutants (POPs). The catalyst showed high activity, broad pH range, low activation energy, and good reusability. The study also provides insights into the catalytic mechanism and expands the research ideas for engineered catalysts.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Luis Alberto Henriquez-Hernandez, Ana Macias-Montes, Andrea Acosta-Dacal, Cristian Rial-Berriel, Edna Duarte-Lopes, Ailton Luis Lopes-Ribeiro, Patricia Miranda Alfama, Miriam Livramento, Manuel Zumbado, Ricardo Diaz-Diaz, Maria del Mar Bernal-Suarez, Lluis Serra-Majem, Octavio P. Luzardo
Summary: International Public Health authorities recommend biomonitoring studies to assess chemical exposure in the general population. This study analyzed blood concentrations of various pollutants in a cohort of subjects from Cape Verde and found that 16.7% of the 360 toxic compounds were detected in at least one participant. The study also identified the most frequently detected substances and the factors influencing blood concentrations. This is the first biomonitoring study in Cape Verde and provides useful information for public health measures.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Sisay Abebe Debela, Ishmail Sheriff, Chala Daba, Yonatal Mesfin Tefera, Dinaol Bedada, Mesfin Gebrehiwot
Summary: The chemical market has experienced significant growth, but the environmental and health impacts of chemical use and disposal have become a growing concern. This study assessed the current status of POP management and regulation in Ethiopia, finding inadequate regulation and management of POP waste and stockpiles. It is crucial to improve monitoring, management, and regulation of POPs by strengthening collaboration among regulatory bodies, harmonizing laws, and building institutional capacity.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Paromita Chakraborty, Sarath Chandra, Malene Vagen Dimmen, Rachel Hurley, Smita Mohanty, Girija K. Bharat, Eirik Hovland Steindal, Marianne Olsen, Luca Nizzetto
Summary: This article provides an overview of the interlinkages between plastic waste and persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in the waste management system of India. Plastics and POPs share common traits such as persistence and long-range transportability. Throughout the processes of production, consumption, and disposal, plastics interact with and accumulate POPs, leading to their coexistence in the environment. The recycling of plastic waste also poses as a potential major source of POPs and requires further investigation.
BULLETIN OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION AND TOXICOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Chang Liu, Hui Sheng Hou
Summary: Exposure to legacy and emerging persistent organic pollutants (POPs) poses a significant threat to individual health, with implications for neurodevelopment, endocrine function, and cardiovascular homeostasis. Although the association between traditional air pollutants, exercise, and lung function has been extensively studied, there is a lack of reviews on the relationship between POPs and exercise. This literature review examines the impact of exercise on exposure to POPs, health risk assessment, and the redistribution, metabolism, and excretion of POPs in the body. The review highlights the various benefits of exercise, such as improved insulin sensitivity, mitochondrial DNA repair, lipid metabolism, and intestinal microecological balance. Furthermore, individual lipid metabolism status plays a crucial role in evaluating the potential link between exercise, POPs, and health effects.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Michal Wagner, Kun-Yi Andrew Lin, Wen-Da Oh, Grzegorz Lisak
Summary: Global population growth has intensified anthropogenic processes, leading to pollution of both land and aquatic environments with toxic organic compounds, particularly persistent organic pollutants (POPs). Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are being studied as novel materials for the detection and adsorption of POPs, providing potential solutions for environmental monitoring and protection.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)