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Ghafuri H, Gholipour F, Hanifehnejad P, Bijari F. Cherry tree gum-derived silver/microporous carbon: Reduction of nitroaromatic compounds by microwave-assisted reaction. Heliyon 2025; 11:e41961. [PMID: 39931478 PMCID: PMC11808728 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2025.e41961] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2024] [Revised: 12/28/2024] [Accepted: 01/13/2025] [Indexed: 02/13/2025] Open
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In this study, a silver/microporous carbon (Ag@MC) nanocomposite was synthesized using cherry tree gum as a carbon precursor via a hydrothermal method. The catalytic performance of Ag@MC was evaluated for the reduction of nitroaromatic derivatives under solvent-free and microwave-assisted conditions, achieving yields higher than 90 % in just 5 min, significantly shorter than many comparable studies. Comprehensive characterization confirmed the structure and stability of Ag@MC, with silver nanoparticles effectively trapped within its microporous matrix. The nanocomposite demonstrated excellent reusability, maintaining high catalytic activity over six cycles, thereby adhering to green chemistry principles. These findings highlight the potential of using sustainable natural polymers for high-efficiency catalytic applications.
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- Hossein Ghafuri
- Catalysts and Organic Synthesis Research Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, 16846-13114, Iran
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- Catalysts and Organic Synthesis Research Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, 16846-13114, Iran
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- Catalysts and Organic Synthesis Research Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, 16846-13114, Iran
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- Catalysts and Organic Synthesis Research Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, 16846-13114, Iran
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Mandal RR, Bashir Z, Raj D. Microbe-assisted phytoremediation for sustainable management of heavy metal in wastewater - A green approach to escalate the remediation of heavy metals. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2025; 375:124199. [PMID: 39848176 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2025.124199] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2024] [Revised: 12/30/2024] [Accepted: 01/17/2025] [Indexed: 01/25/2025]
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Water pollution from Heavy metal (HM) contamination poses a critical threat to environmental sustainability and public health. Industrial activities have increased the presence of HMs in wastewater, necessitating effective remediation strategies. Conventional methods like chemical precipitation, ion exchange, adsorption, and membrane filtration are widely used but possess various limitations. These include high costs, environmental impacts, and the potential for generating secondary pollutants, highlighting the need for sustainable alternatives. Phytoremediation, enhanced by microbial interactions, offers an eco-friendly solution to this issue. The unique physiological and biochemical traits of plants, combined with microbial metabolic capabilities, enable efficient uptake and detoxification of HMs. Microbial enzymes play a crucial role in these processes by breaking down complex compounds, enhancing HM bioavailability, and facilitating their conversion into less toxic forms. Synergistic interactions between root-associated microbes and plants further improves metal absorption and stabilization, boosting phytoremediation efficiency. However, challenges remain, including the limited bioavailability of contaminants and plant resilience in highly polluted environments. Recent advancements focus on improving microbial-assisted phytoremediation through mechanisms like bioavailability facilitation, phytoextraction, and phytostabilization. Genetic engineering facilitates the altering of genes that control plant immune responses and growth which improves the ability of plants to interact beneficially with microbes to thrive in HM rich environments while efficiently cleaning contaminated wastewater. This review examines these strategies and highlights future research directions to enhance wastewater remediation using phytoremediation technologies.
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- Rashmi Ranjan Mandal
- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Engineering and Sciences, SRM University-AP, Amaravati, 522503, Andhra Pradesh, India
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- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Engineering and Sciences, SRM University-AP, Amaravati, 522503, Andhra Pradesh, India
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- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Engineering and Sciences, SRM University-AP, Amaravati, 522503, Andhra Pradesh, India.
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Chen S, Ding Y. Systematic bibliographic analysis of heavy metal remediation. WATER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY : A JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION ON WATER POLLUTION RESEARCH 2025; 91:56-68. [PMID: 39815431 DOI: 10.2166/wst.2024.396] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2024] [Accepted: 11/29/2024] [Indexed: 01/18/2025]
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Heavy metals pose a significant threat to human health, with contaminated water sources linked to severe conditions, including gastric cancer. Consequently, the effective remediation of heavy metals is crucial. This study employs a bibliographic analysis to examine key methodologies, leading organizations, and prominent countries involved in heavy metal remediation. By systematically reviewing around 1,000 records, the paper identifies the most critical remediation techniques and provides a comprehensive overview of current practices in the field. Additionally, the study explores prospects, emphasizing the potential of emerging technologies such as big data and machine learning to enhance remediation efforts. It highlights recent advancements, identifies significant trends, such as the growing use of bioremediation and nanotechnology, and addresses critical challenges in the remediation landscape, including regulatory hurdles and technological limitations. By making stronger connections between the identified trends and their implications for future research, this comprehensive analysis aims to provide valuable insights and guide the development of improved strategies for mitigating the impact of heavy metal contamination, ultimately safeguarding public health.
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- Shan Chen
- Science of Learning in Education Centre, National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore 637616
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- School of Geography and the Environment, University of Oxford, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3QY, UK E-mail:
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Jiang Y, An J, Zhai S, Gao X, Song J. Research progress on biomass-based materials for oil/water separation: Designing strategy and efficiency mechanism. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 283:137646. [PMID: 39557241 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.137646] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2024] [Revised: 11/01/2024] [Accepted: 11/12/2024] [Indexed: 11/20/2024]
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The treatment of water contaminated with oil or organic solvents has always been a thorny challenge, considering the complexity of water pollution, the susceptibility to secondary pollution and the consequent depletion of resources. Biomass is a versatile, green and self-circulating natural material that shows important potential in designing high-performance oil/water separation materials. This review highlights the recent research progress on biomass-based materials (BBMs) in the field of oil-water separation. Firstly, related properties for displaying definitions, sources and specificities on biomass materials are introduced, and the basic wetting theory of interfacial wettability is discussed. Secondly, representative nature-inspired designing strategies for oil-water separation materials are summarized. Finally, the current development prospects, future challenges and trends on BBM for oil-water separation are discussed as well. Hopefully, this review will provide some essential guidelines for the researchers to design novel oil/water separation materials with green, self-degradable, low-toxicity and readily available raw materials.
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- Yuhui Jiang
- College of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Qilu Institute of Technology, Jinan 250200, China.
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- College of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Qilu Institute of Technology, Jinan 250200, China
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- School of Environmental and Nature Resources, Zhejiang University of Science and Technology, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310023, China.
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- College of Biological and Chemical Engineering, Qilu Institute of Technology, Jinan 250200, China
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- College of Chemistry, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 10010, China
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Volf M, Vučemilović A, Dobrović Ž. Enhancing Environmental and Human Health Management Through the Integration of Advanced Revitalization Technologies Utilizing Artificial Intelligence. TOXICS 2024; 12:847. [PMID: 39771062 PMCID: PMC11679720 DOI: 10.3390/toxics12120847] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2024] [Revised: 11/19/2024] [Accepted: 11/22/2024] [Indexed: 01/11/2025]
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Pollution can be broadly defined as the presence of contaminants or energy sources detrimental to ecosystems and human health. The human organism serves as a valuable indicator of ecosystem contamination. However, understanding physiological disorders and correlating specific contaminants with disease development is a complex and arduous task, necessitating extensive scientific research spanning years or even decades. To facilitate a more rapid and precise understanding of the physiological impairments induced by various contaminants, a comprehensive approach is indispensable. This review proposes a model for such an approach, which involves the systematic collection and analysis of data from ecosystem contamination monitoring, integrated with biomedical data on compromised physiological conditions in humans across different temporal and spatial scales. Given the complexity and sheer volume of data, alongside the imperative for strategic decision-making, this model leverages the capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Although this paper exemplifies the model by investigating the effects of contaminants on the human organism, the model is adaptable to all ecosystem components, thereby supporting the conservation of plant and animal species.
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- Mirela Volf
- The Department of Branch Tactics, Croatian Military Academy “Dr. Franjo Tuđman”, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia;
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- The Department of Branch Tactics, Croatian Military Academy “Dr. Franjo Tuđman”, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia;
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- The Dean’s Office, Defense and Security University “Dr. Franjo Tuđman”, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
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Li R, Zhang C, Hui J, Shen T, Zhang Y. The application of P-modified biochar in wastewater remediation: A state-of-the-art review. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 917:170198. [PMID: 38278277 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.170198] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2023] [Revised: 12/24/2023] [Accepted: 01/14/2024] [Indexed: 01/28/2024]
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Phosphorus modified biochar (P-BC) is an effective adsorbent for wastewater remediation, which has attracted widespread attention due to its low cost, vast source, unique surface structure, and abundant functional groups. However, there is currently no comprehensive analysis and review of P-BC in wastewater remediation. In this study, a detailed introduction is given to the synthesis method of P-BC, as well as the effects of pyrolysis temperature and residence time on physical and chemical properties and adsorption performance of the material. Meanwhile, a comprehensive investigation and evaluation were conducted on the different biomass types and phosphorus sources used to synthesize P-BC. This article also systematically compared the adsorption efficiency differences between P-BC and raw biochar, and summarized the adsorption mechanism of P-BC in removing pollutants from wastewater. In addition, the effects of P-BC composite with other materials (element co-doping, polysaccharide stabilizers, microbial loading, etc.) on physical and chemical properties and pollutant adsorption capacity of the materials were investigated. Some emerging applications of P-BC were also introduced, including supercapacitors, CO2 adsorbents, carbon sequestration, soil heavy metal remediation, and soil fertility improvement. Finally, some valuable suggestions and prospects were proposed for the future research direction of P-BC to achieve the goal of multiple utilization.
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- Ruizhen Li
- School of Resources and Environment, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China
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- School of Resources and Environment, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China
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- School of Resources and Environment, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China
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- Heilongjiang Agricultural Technology Promotion Station, China
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- School of Resources and Environment, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China.
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Zaidan AM. The leading global health challenges in the artificial intelligence era. Front Public Health 2023; 11:1328918. [PMID: 38089037 PMCID: PMC10711066 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1328918] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2023] [Accepted: 11/13/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023] Open
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Millions of people's health is at risk because of several factors and multiple overlapping crises, all of which hit the vulnerable the most. These challenges are dynamic and evolve in response to emerging health challenges and concerns, which need effective collaboration among countries working toward achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and securing global health. Mental Health, the Impact of climate change, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), diabetes, Infectious diseases, health system, and population aging are examples of challenges known to pose a vast burden worldwide. We are at a point known as the "digital revolution," characterized by the expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) and a fusion of technology types. AI has emerged as a powerful tool for addressing various health challenges, and the last ten years have been influential due to the rapid expansion in the production and accessibility of health-related data. The computational models and algorithms can understand complicated health and medical data to perform various functions and deep-learning strategies. This narrative mini-review summarizes the most current AI applications to address the leading global health challenges. Harnessing its capabilities can ultimately mitigate the Impact of these challenges and revolutionize the field. It has the ability to strengthen global health through personalized health care and improved preparedness and response to future challenges. However, ethical and legal concerns about individual or community privacy and autonomy must be addressed for effective implementation.
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- Amal Mousa Zaidan
- King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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