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Wang X, Lin X, Wu X, Lynch I. Z-scheme Fe@Fe 2O 3/BiOBr heterojunction with efficient carrier separation for enhanced heterogeneous photo-Fenton activity of tetracycline degradation: Fe 2+ regeneration, mechanism insight and toxicity evaluation. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2024; 252:118396. [PMID: 38331143 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2024.118396] [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: 10/31/2023] [Revised: 12/25/2023] [Accepted: 01/19/2024] [Indexed: 02/10/2024]
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The recombination of photogenerated carrier leads to inefficient Fe2+ regeneration, which limits the extensive application of heterogeneous photo-Fenton. Here, a novel Fe@Fe2O3/BiOBr catalyst with Z-scheme heterojunction structure is designed, and the establishment of the Z-scheme heterojunction facilitates the separation and transfer of photogenerated carrier and maintains the superior redox capability of the system. As-prepared Fe@Fe2O3/BiOBr catalyst exhibits outstanding catalytic performance and stability, especially for the optimum composite FFB-3, its degradation efficiency of tetracycline (TC) achieves 98.22% and the mineralization degree reaches 59.48% within 90 min under natural pH. The preeminent catalytic efficiency benefited from the synergistic of heterogeneous photo-Fenton and Z-scheme carriers transfer mechanism, where Fe2+ regeneration was achieved by photogenerated electrons, and increased hydroxyl radicals were produced with the participation of H2O2 in-situ generated. The results of free-radical scavenging experiment and ESR illustrated that •OH, •O2-, 1O2 and h+ were active species participating in TC degradation. Furthermore, the TC degradation paths were proposed according to LC-MS, and the toxicity evaluation result showed that the toxicity of TC solutions was markedly decreased after degradation. This study provides an innovative strategy for heterogeneous photo-Fenton degradation of antibiotic contaminations by constructing Z-scheme heterojunctions.
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- Xiangyu Wang
- Faculty of Environmental Science and Engineering, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, 650500, China; School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, B15 2TT, UK.
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- Faculty of Environmental Science and Engineering, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, 650500, China
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- Faculty of Environmental Science and Engineering, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, 650500, China
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- School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, B15 2TT, UK
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Gong W, Guo L, Huang C, Xie B, Jiang M, Zhao Y, Zhang H, Wu Y, Liang H. A systematic review of antibiotics and antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in mariculture wastewater: Antibiotics removal by microalgal-bacterial symbiotic system (MBSS), ARGs characterization on the metagenomic. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 930:172601. [PMID: 38657817 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.172601] [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: 04/10/2024] [Accepted: 04/17/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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Antibiotic residues in mariculture wastewater seriously affect the aquatic environment. Antibiotic Resistance Genes (ARGs) produced under antibiotic stress flow through the environment and eventually enter the human body, seriously affecting human health. Microalgal-bacterial symbiotic system (MBSS) can remove antibiotics from mariculture and reduce the flow of ARGs into the environment. This review encapsulates the present scenario of mariculture wastewater, the removal mechanism of MBSS for antibiotics, and the biomolecular information under metagenomic assay. When confronted with antibiotics, there was a notable augmentation in the extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) content within MBSS, along with a concurrent elevation in the proportion of protein (PN) constituents within the EPS, which limits the entry of antibiotics into the cellular interior. Quorum sensing stimulates the microorganisms to produce biological responses (DNA synthesis - for adhesion) through signaling. Oxidative stress promotes gene expression (coupling, conjugation) to enhance horizontal gene transfer (HGT) in MBSS. The microbial community under metagenomic detection is dominated by aerobic bacteria in the bacterial-microalgal system. Compared to aerobic bacteria, anaerobic bacteria had the significant advantage of decreasing the distribution of ARGs. Overall, MBSS exhibits remarkable efficacy in mitigating the challenges posed by antibiotics and resistant genes from mariculture wastewater.
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- Weijia Gong
- School of Engineering, Northeast Agricultural University, 600 Changjiang Street, Xiangfang District, Harbin 150030, PR China; State Key Laboratory of Urban Water Resource and Environment (SKLUWRE), Harbin Institute of Technology, 73 Huanghe Road, Nangang District, Harbin 150090, PR China.
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- School of Engineering, Northeast Agricultural University, 600 Changjiang Street, Xiangfang District, Harbin 150030, PR China
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- School of Engineering, Northeast Agricultural University, 600 Changjiang Street, Xiangfang District, Harbin 150030, PR China
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- School of Marine Science and Technology, Harbin Institute of Technology at Weihai, Weihai 264209, PR China.
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- School of Engineering, Northeast Agricultural University, 600 Changjiang Street, Xiangfang District, Harbin 150030, PR China
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- School of Engineering, Northeast Agricultural University, 600 Changjiang Street, Xiangfang District, Harbin 150030, PR China
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- School of Engineering, Northeast Agricultural University, 600 Changjiang Street, Xiangfang District, Harbin 150030, PR China
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- School of Marine Science and Technology, Harbin Institute of Technology at Weihai, Weihai 264209, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Urban Water Resource and Environment (SKLUWRE), Harbin Institute of Technology, 73 Huanghe Road, Nangang District, Harbin 150090, PR China
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Tian L, Wang L, Wei S, Zhang L, Dong D, Guo Z. Enhanced degradation of enoxacin using ferrihydrite-catalyzed heterogeneous photo-Fenton process. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2024; 251:118650. [PMID: 38458586 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2024.118650] [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: 11/06/2023] [Revised: 02/08/2024] [Accepted: 03/05/2024] [Indexed: 03/10/2024]
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The ferrihydrite-catalyzed heterogeneous photo-Fenton reaction shows great potential for environmental remediation of fluoroquinolone (FQs) antibiotics. The degradation of enoxacin, a model of FQ antibiotics, was studied by a batch experiment and theoretical calculation. The results revealed that the degradation efficiency of enoxacin reached 89.7% at pH 3. The hydroxyl radical (∙OH) had a significant impact on the degradation process, with a cumulative concentration of 43.9 μmol L-1 at pH 3. Photogenerated holes and electrons participated in the generation of ∙OH. Eleven degradation products of enoxacin were identified, with the main degradation pathways being defluorination, quinolone ring and piperazine ring cleavage and oxidation. These findings indicate that the ferrihydrite-catalyzed photo-Fenton process is a valid way for treating water contaminated with FQ antibiotics.
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- Lin Tian
- Key Laboratory of Groundwater Resources and Environment, Ministry of Education, Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Water Resources and Environment, College of New Energy and Environment, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, China
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- Key Laboratory of Groundwater Resources and Environment, Ministry of Education, Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Water Resources and Environment, College of New Energy and Environment, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, China; School of Materials and Environmental Engineering, Chengdu Technological University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610031, China
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- Key Laboratory of Groundwater Resources and Environment, Ministry of Education, Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Water Resources and Environment, College of New Energy and Environment, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, China
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- Key Laboratory of Groundwater Resources and Environment, Ministry of Education, Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Water Resources and Environment, College of New Energy and Environment, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, China
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- Key Laboratory of Groundwater Resources and Environment, Ministry of Education, Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Water Resources and Environment, College of New Energy and Environment, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, China
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- Key Laboratory of Groundwater Resources and Environment, Ministry of Education, Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Water Resources and Environment, College of New Energy and Environment, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, China.
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Zeng L, Huang C, Tang Y, Wang C, Lin S. Tetracycline degradation by dual-frequency ultrasound combined with peroxymonosulfate. ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY 2024; 106:106886. [PMID: 38692020 PMCID: PMC11077164 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2024.106886] [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: 02/01/2024] [Revised: 04/10/2024] [Accepted: 04/23/2024] [Indexed: 05/03/2024]
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Tetracycline has received a great deal of interest for the harmful effects of substance abuse on ecosystems and humanity. The effects of different processes on the degradation of tetracycline were compared, with dual-frequency ultrasound (DFUS) in combination with peroxymonosulfate (PMS) being the most effective for the tetracycline degradation. Free radical scavenging experiments showed that O2∙-,SO4∙- and •OH were the main reactive radicals in the degradation of tetracycline. According to the major intermediates of tetracycline degradation identified, three possible degradation pathways were proposed, which are of significance for translational studies of tetracycline degradation. Notably, these intermediates were found to be significantly less toxicity. The number of active bubbles in the degradation vessel was calculated using a semi-empirical formula, and a higher value of 1.44 × 108 L-1s-1 of bubbles was obtained when using dual-frequency ultrasound at 20 kHz (210 W/L) and 80 kHz (85.4 W/L). Therefore, compared to 20 kHz, although the yield of strong oxidizing substances from individual active bubbles decreased slightly, a significant increment of the number of active bubbles still resulted in a higher synergistic effect, and the combination of DFUS and PMS should be effective in promoting the generation of reactive free radicals and mass transfer processes within the degradation vessel, which provides a method for efficient removal of tetracycline from wastewater.
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- Long Zeng
- Key Laboratory of Ultrasound of Shaanxi Province, School of Physics and Information Technology, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China
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- Key Laboratory of Ultrasound of Shaanxi Province, School of Physics and Information Technology, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China
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- Key Laboratory of Ultrasound of Shaanxi Province, School of Physics and Information Technology, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Ultrasound of Shaanxi Province, School of Physics and Information Technology, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Ultrasound of Shaanxi Province, School of Physics and Information Technology, Shaanxi Normal University, Xi'an 710119, China
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Dai K, Chen L, Aryee AA, Yang P, Han R, Qu L. Adsorption studies of tetracycline hydrochloride and diclofenac sodium on NH 2-MIL-53(Al/Zr) sodium alginate gel spheres. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 271:132637. [PMID: 38795565 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.132637] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2024] [Revised: 05/15/2024] [Accepted: 05/23/2024] [Indexed: 05/28/2024]
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Metal-organic frameworks are emerging inorganic-organic hybrid materials that can be self-assembled from metal ions and organic ligands via coordination bonds. These materials possess large specific surface area, tunable pore structure, abundant active center, diversity of functional groups as well as high mechanical and thermal stability which promote their applications in adsorption and catalysis studies. In this study, NH2-MIL-53(Al/Zr) was prepared and embedded into sodium alginate gel spheres (NH2-MIL-53(Al/Zr)-SA) and its adsorption properties towards TC and DCF in solution were investigated. According to XRD and FTIR analysis, the structure of the raw material was not changed after making the gel spheres. The maximum adsorption towards TC (pH =3) and DCF (pH =5) reached 98.5 mg·g-1 and 192 mg·g-1, respectively. The process was consistent with Langmuir and Freundlich, suggesting that there was both monolayer and multilayer adsorption which infers the presence of physical adsorption (intra-particle diffusion) and non-homogeneous chemical adsorption. The thermodynamic parameters showed that the adsorption process was a spontaneous entropy increasing reaction. The regeneration rate of spent NH2-MIL-53(Al/Zr)-SA could still reach 99.1 % after three cycles, indicating good regeneration performance. This study can provide a basis for the application of NH2-MIL-53(Al/Zr)-SA in wastewater treatment.
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- Kailu Dai
- College of Chemistry, Green Catalysis Center, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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- College of Chemistry, Green Catalysis Center, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China.
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- College of Chemistry, Green Catalysis Center, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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- College of Chemistry, Green Catalysis Center, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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- College of Chemistry, Green Catalysis Center, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China.
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- College of Chemistry, Green Catalysis Center, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China.
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Farajollahi A, Poursattar Marjani A. Preparation of MWCNT/CoMn 2O 4 nanocomposite for effectual degradation of picric acid via peroxymonosulfate activation. Sci Rep 2024; 14:11475. [PMID: 38769448 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-62351-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2024] [Accepted: 05/15/2024] [Indexed: 05/22/2024] Open
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In recent years, using nanomaterials based on multi-wall carbon nanotubes (MWCNT) through the activation of peroxymonosulfate (PMS) has attracted more attention to the degradation of organic pollutants. This research presented a new route for the synthesis of MWCNT/CoMn2O4 nanocomposite for the degradation of picric acid using advanced oxidation processes (AOPs). Firstly, CoMn2O4 nanoparticles were prepared and then loaded on MWCNT using ultrasonic waves. The results of various analyzes confirmed the successful loading of nanoparticles on carbon nanotubes. As the degradation process proceeds through oxidation processes, the high electronic conductivity of MWCNT and the active sites of Mn and Co in the nanocomposite play an essential role in activating PMS to generate reactive oxygen species (ROS). An investigation of the reaction mechanism in different conditions showed that the highest speed of picric acid decomposition in the presence of nanocomposite (98%) was in 47 min. However, the scavenger test showed that HO· and SO4·- radicals are more important in the degradation process. Meanwhile, the results showed that removing picric acid using MWCNT/CoMn2O4 was more effective than CoMn2O4 alone and confirmed the interaction effect of MWCNT nanotubes with AB2O4 nanocatalyst.
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- Ayda Farajollahi
- Department of Organic Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, Urmia University, Urmia, Iran
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Moslehi MH, Eslami M, Ghadirian M, Nateq K, Ramavandi B, Nasseh N. Photocatalytic decomposition of metronidazole by zinc hexaferrite coated with bismuth oxyiodide magnetic nanocomposite: Advanced modelling and optimization with artificial neural network. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 356:141770. [PMID: 38554866 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.141770] [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: 10/18/2023] [Revised: 02/10/2024] [Accepted: 03/20/2024] [Indexed: 04/02/2024]
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The objective of the present study was to employ a green synthesis method to produce a sustainable ZnFe12O19/BiOI nanocomposite and evaluate its efficacy in the photocatalytic degradation of metronidazole (MNZ) from aqueous media. An artificial neural network (ANN) model was developed to predict the performance of the photocatalytic degradation process using experimental data. More importantly, sensitivity analysis was conducted to explore the relationship between MNZ degradation and various experimental parameters. The elimination of MNZ was assessed under different operational parameters, including pH, contaminant concentration, nanocomposite dosage, and retention time. The outcomes exhibited high a desirability performance of the ANN model with a coefficient correlation (R2) of 0.99. Under optimized circumstances, the MNZ elimination efficiency, as well as the reduction in chemical oxygen demand (COD) and total organic carbon (TOC), reached 92.71%, 70.23%, and 55.08%, respectively. The catalyst showed the ability to be regenerated 8 times with only a slight decrease in its photocatalytic activity. Furthermore, the experimental data obtained demonstrated a good agreement with the predictions of the ANN model. As a result, this study fabricated the ZnFe12O19/BiOI nanocomposite, which gave potential implication value in the effective decontamination of pharmaceutical compounds.
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- Mechanical Engineering Department, University of Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Abadan Faculty of Petroleum Engineering, Petroleum University of Technology, Abadan, Iran
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- Department of Environmental Health Engineering, Faculty of Health and Nutrition, Bushehr University of Medical Sciences, Bushehr, Iran
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- Department of Health Education and Promotion, School of Health, Cellular and Molecular Research Center, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Birjand, Iran.
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Yamaguchi H, Miyazaki M. Bioremediation of Hazardous Pollutants Using Enzyme-Immobilized Reactors. Molecules 2024; 29:2021. [PMID: 38731512 PMCID: PMC11085290 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29092021] [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: 03/30/2024] [Revised: 04/19/2024] [Accepted: 04/25/2024] [Indexed: 05/13/2024] Open
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Bioremediation uses the degradation abilities of microorganisms and other organisms to remove harmful pollutants that pollute the natural environment, helping return it to a natural state that is free of harmful substances. Organism-derived enzymes can degrade and eliminate a variety of pollutants and transform them into non-toxic forms; as such, they are expected to be used in bioremediation. However, since enzymes are proteins, the low operational stability and catalytic efficiency of free enzyme-based degradation systems need improvement. Enzyme immobilization methods are often used to overcome these challenges. Several enzyme immobilization methods have been applied to improve operational stability and reduce remediation costs. Herein, we review recent advancements in immobilized enzymes for bioremediation and summarize the methods for preparing immobilized enzymes for use as catalysts and in pollutant degradation systems. Additionally, the advantages, limitations, and future perspectives of immobilized enzymes in bioremediation are discussed.
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- Hiroshi Yamaguchi
- Department of Food and Life Science, School of Agriculture, Tokai University, 871-12 Sugido, Mashiki, Kamimashiki, Kumamoto 861-2205, Japan
- Graduate School of Agriculture, Tokai University, 871-12 Sugido, Mashiki, Kamimashiki, Kumamoto 861-2205, Japan
- Graduate School of Bioscience, Tokai University, 871-12 Sugido, Mashiki, Kamimashiki, Kumamoto 861-2205, Japan
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- HaKaL Inc., Kurume Research Park, 1488-4 Aikawa, Kurume, Fukuoka 839-0864, Japan;
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Pang K, Yan J, Zhang N, Fang C, Fu F, Liu X. Spatial Confinement of Co Nanoparticles in N-Doped Carbon Nanorods for Wastewater Purification via CaSO 3 Activation. Inorg Chem 2024; 63:7071-7079. [PMID: 38561240 DOI: 10.1021/acs.inorgchem.4c00860] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/04/2024]
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Spatial confinement of organic pollutants and reactive oxygen species (e.g., SO4•- and •OH) with ultrashort lifetime inside the scale of chemical theoretical diffusion could provide a greatly promising strategy to overcome the limitation of mass transfer in the heterogeneous Fenton-like oxidation process. Herein, we first reported spatial confinement of cobalt nanoparticles in N-doped carbon nanorods (Co-NCNRs), by encapsulating Co nanoparticles into N-doped carbon nanorods, in activating CaSO3 for antibiotic degradation. Compared to Na2SO3 and NaHSO3, CaSO3 could slowly and persistently discharge SO32- due to its low solubility, thus avoiding the depletion of the generated SO3•- and •OH under the high concentration of sulfite ions. Fully physical characterizations confirmed that the 3D hydrogel was mostly transformed into the nanorod structure of Co-NCNRs at 550 °C. Co atoms were successfully nanoconfined into N-doped carbon nanorods, which contributes to mass transfer and prevents the agglomeration of Co nanoparticles, thus enhancing its catalytic activity and stability in activating CaSO3 for water decontamination. The catalytic performance, kinetic research, influences of inorganic anions, pH, and degradation mechanism of chlortetracycline degradation catalyzed by the Co-NCNRs/CaSO3 system have been studied in detail. This work not only proposed a facile method for synthesis of nanoconfined catalyst but also provided an excellent Co-NCNRs/CaSO3 system for wastewater treatment.
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- Kun Pang
- College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
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- College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
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- College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
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- College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
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- College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
- School of Sciences, Great Bay University, Dongguan 523000, China
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- College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
- Hubei Three Gorges Laboratory, Yichang, Hubei 443007, China
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Li YX, Chen X, Jiang ZY, Luan J, Guo F. Rational Design and Synthesis of Fe-Doped Co-Based Coordination Polymer Composite Photocatalysts for the Degradation of Norfloxacin and Ciprofloxacin. Inorg Chem 2024; 63:6514-6525. [PMID: 38547361 DOI: 10.1021/acs.inorgchem.4c00394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/09/2024]
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The solar light-responsive Fe-doped Co-based coordination polymer (Fe@Co-CP) photocatalyst was synthesized under mild conditions. [Co(4-padpe)(1,3-BDC)]n (Co-CP) was first constructed using mixed ligands through the hydrothermal method. Then, Fe was introduced into the Co-CP framework to achieve the enhanced photocatalytic activity. The optimal Fe@Co-CP-2 exhibited excellent catalytic degradation performance for norfloxacin and ciprofloxacin under sunlight irradiation without auxiliary oxidants, and the degradation rates were 91.25 and 92.66% in 120 min. These excellent photocatalytic properties were ascribed to the generation of the Fe-O bond, which not only enhanced the light absorption intensity but also accelerated the separation efficiency of electrons and holes, and hence significantly improved the photocatalytic property of the composites. Meanwhile, Fe@Co-CP-2 displayed excellent stability and reusability. In addition, the degradation pathways and intermediates of antibiotic molecules were effectively analyzed. The free radical scavenging experiment and ESR results confirmed that •OH, •O2-, and h+ active species were involved in the catalytic degradation reaction; the corresponding mechanisms were deeply investigated. This study provides a fresh approach for constructing Fe-doped Co-CP-based composite materials as photocatalysts for degradation of antibiotic contaminants.
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- Ye-Xia Li
- College of Chemistry, Liaoning University, Shenyang 110036, P. R. China
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- Institute of Applied Ecology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenyang 110016, P. R. China
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- Institute of Applied Ecology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenyang 110016, P. R. China
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- College of Sciences, Northeastern University, Shenyang 110819, P. R. China
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- College of Chemistry, Liaoning University, Shenyang 110036, P. R. China
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Guo Y, Huang Y, Li Y, Luo Y, Xuan K, Guo Y, Jiang H, Fang R. Sulfur-doped activated carbon for the efficient degradation of tetracycline with persulfate: Insight into the effect of pore structure on catalytic performance. RSC Adv 2024; 14:11470-11481. [PMID: 38601703 PMCID: PMC11005904 DOI: 10.1039/d3ra08958d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2023] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 04/12/2024] Open
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Sulfur-doped activated carbon has proved to be a promising metal-free catalyst for persulfate (PDS) catalytic activation for the oxidation of aqueous refractory organics. Herein, sulfur-doped porous carbon (ACS) catalysts with different pore structures and doped-S contents were prepared via a template method using d(+)-glucose as the carbon source, sulfur as the sulfur source, and nano-MgO with different particle sizes as templates. Characterization results showed that the particle size of MgO significantly affects the pore structure and doped-S content of ACSs catalysts: a sample synthesized with 20 nm MgO as template (ACS-20) presented the highest content of doped-S and a mesoporous structure, which endowed it with superior adsorption and catalytic performance toward tetracycline (TC) removal. The effect of catalyst dosage, TC concentration, PDS concentration and solution pH on TC removal efficiency were evaluated. The reaction mechanism, investigated by combination of EPR, quenching experiments and LC-MS, indicated that the reactive species included HO·, SO4˙-, and 1O2, but that 1O2 played the dominant role in TC oxidation through a non-radical oxidation pathway. In addition, the reusability and regeneration properties of the ACS-20 catalyst were also studied. This work provides a promising strategy and some theoretical basis for the design and preparation of activated carbon catalysts for advanced oxidation reactions from the viewpoint of pore structure design and S-doping.
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- Yaoping Guo
- School of Water Resources Environmental Engineering, East China University of Technology Nanchang 330013 China +86 18734907983
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- School of Water Resources Environmental Engineering, East China University of Technology Nanchang 330013 China +86 18734907983
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- School of Water Resources Environmental Engineering, East China University of Technology Nanchang 330013 China +86 18734907983
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- School of Surveying and Mapping and Spatial Information Engineering, East China University of Technology Nanchang 330013 China
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- School of Water Resources Environmental Engineering, East China University of Technology Nanchang 330013 China +86 18734907983
- Jiangxi Engineering Province Engineering Research Center of New Energy Technology and Equipment, East China University of Technology Nanchang 330013 China
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- School of Water Resources Environmental Engineering, East China University of Technology Nanchang 330013 China +86 18734907983
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- School of Water Resources Environmental Engineering, East China University of Technology Nanchang 330013 China +86 18734907983
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- School of Water Resources Environmental Engineering, East China University of Technology Nanchang 330013 China +86 18734907983
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Xue W, Shi X, Guo J, Wen S, Lin W, He Q, Gao Y, Wang R, Xu Y. Affecting factors and mechanism of removing antibiotics and antibiotic resistance genes by nano zero-valent iron (nZVI) and modified nZVI: A critical review. WATER RESEARCH 2024; 253:121309. [PMID: 38367381 DOI: 10.1016/j.watres.2024.121309] [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: 12/12/2023] [Revised: 02/08/2024] [Accepted: 02/11/2024] [Indexed: 02/19/2024]
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Antibiotics and antibiotic resistance genetic pollution have become a global environmental and health concern recently, with frequent detection in various environmental media. Therefore, finding ways to control antibiotics and antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) is urgently needed. Nano zero-valent iron (nZVI) has shown a positive effect on antibiotics degradation and restraining ARGs, making it a promising solution for controlling antibiotics and ARGs. However, given the current increasingly fragmented research focus and results, a comprehensive review is still lacking. In this work, we first introduce the origin and transmission of antibiotics and ARGs in various environmental media, and then discuss the affecting factors during the degradation of antibiotics and the control of ARGs by nZVI and modified nZVI, including pH, nZVI dose, and oxidant concentration, etc. Then, the mechanisms of antibiotic and ARGs removal promoted by nZVI are also summarized. In general, the mechanism of antibiotic degradation by nZVI mainly includes adsorption and reduction, while promoting the biodegradation of antibiotics by affecting the microbial community. nZVI can also be combined with persulfates to degrade antibiotics through advanced oxidation processes. For the control of ARGs, nZVI not only changes the microbial community structure, but also affects the proliferation of ARGs through affecting the fate of mobile genetic elements (MGEs). Finally, some new ideas on the application of nZVI in the treatment of antibiotic resistance are proposed. This paper provides a reference for research and application in this field.
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- Wenjing Xue
- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, PR China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, PR China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, PR China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, PR China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, PR China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, PR China
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- School of Hydraulic and Environmental Engineering, Changsha University of Science & Technology, Changsha 410114, PR China
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- School of Resource & Environment and Safety Engineering, University of South China, Heng yang 421001, PR China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, PR China.
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Feng B, Chen J, Wang C, You G, Lin J, Gao H, Han S, Ma J. Ofloxacin weakened treatment performance of rural domestic sewage in an aerobic biofilm system by affecting biofilm resistance, bacterial community, and functional genes. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2024; 246:118036. [PMID: 38163543 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.118036] [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: 11/20/2023] [Revised: 12/19/2023] [Accepted: 12/22/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
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Ofloxacin (OFL) is a typical fluoroquinolone antibiotic widely detected in rural domestic sewage, however, its effects on the performance of aerobic biofilm systems during sewage treatment process remain poorly understood. We carried out an aerobic biofilm experiment to explore how the OFL with different concentrations affects the pollutant removal efficiency of rural domestic sewage. Results demonstrated that the OFL negatively affected pollutant removal in aerobic biofilm systems. High OFL levels resulted in a decrease in removal efficiency: 9.33% for chemical oxygen demand (COD), 18.57% for ammonium (NH4+-N), and 8.49% for total phosphorus (TP) after 35 days. The findings related to the chemical and biological properties of the biofilm revealed that the OFL exposure triggered oxidative stress and SOS responses, decreased the live cell number and extracellular polymeric substance content of biofilm, and altered bacterial community composition. More specifically, the relative abundance of key genera linked to COD (e.g., Rhodobacter), NH4+-N (e.g., Nitrosomonas), and TP (e.g., Dechlorimonas) removal was decreased. Such the OFL-induced decrease of these genera might result in the down-regulation of carbon degradation (amyA), ammonia oxidation (hao), and phosphorus adsorption (ppx) functional genes. The conventional pollutants (COD, NH4+-N, and TP) removal was directly affected by biofilm resistance, functional genes, and bacterial community under OFL exposure, and the bacterial community played a more dominant role based on partial least-squares path model analysis. These findings will provide valuable insights into understanding how antibiotics impact the performance of aerobic biofilm systems during rural domestic sewage treatment.
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- Bingbing Feng
- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Department on Shallow Lakes, Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, 1 Xikang Road, Nanjing 210098, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Department on Shallow Lakes, Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, 1 Xikang Road, Nanjing 210098, PR China.
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- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Department on Shallow Lakes, Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, 1 Xikang Road, Nanjing 210098, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Department on Shallow Lakes, Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, 1 Xikang Road, Nanjing 210098, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Department on Shallow Lakes, Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, 1 Xikang Road, Nanjing 210098, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Department on Shallow Lakes, Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, 1 Xikang Road, Nanjing 210098, PR China
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- PowerChina Huadong Engineering Corporation Limited, No.201, Gaojiao Road, Yuhang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 311122, PR China
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- PowerChina Huadong Engineering Corporation Limited, No.201, Gaojiao Road, Yuhang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 311122, PR China
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Del Castillo-Velilla I, Romero-Muñiz I, Marini C, Montoro C, Platero-Prats AE. Copper single-site engineering in MOF-808 membranes for improved water treatment. NANOSCALE 2024. [PMID: 38477354 DOI: 10.1039/d3nr05821b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/14/2024]
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MOF-808, a metal-organic framework containing Zr6O8 clusters, can serve as a secure anchoring point for stabilizing copper single-sites with redox activity, thus making it a promising candidate for catalytic applications. In this study, we target the incorporation of Cu-MOF-808 into a mixed-matrix membrane for the degradation of tyrosol, an emerging endocrine-disrupting compound commonly found in water sources, through Fenton reactions, developing innovative technologies for water treatment. We successfully demonstrate the effectiveness of this approach by preparing catalytic membranes with minimal metal leaching, which is one of the primary challenges in developing copper-based Fenton heterogeneous catalysts. Furthermore, we utilized advanced synchrotron characterization techniques, combining X-ray absorption spectroscopy and pair distribution function analysis of X-ray total scattering, to provide evidence of the atomic structure of the catalytic copper sites within the membranes. Additionally, we observed the presence of weak interactions between the MOF-808 and the organic polymer, potentially explaining their enhanced stability.
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- Isabel Del Castillo-Velilla
- Departamento de Química Inorgánica, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, 28049 Madrid, Spain.
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- Departamento de Química Inorgánica, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, 28049 Madrid, Spain.
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- CELLS - ALBA Synchrotron Radiation Facility, Carrer de la Llum 2-26, 08090, Cerdanyola del Vallès, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
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- Departamento de Química Inorgánica, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, 28049 Madrid, Spain.
- Institute for Advanced Research in Chemical Sciences (IAdChem), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, 28049 Madrid, Spain
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- Departamento de Química Inorgánica, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, 28049 Madrid, Spain.
- Condensed Matter Physics Center (IFIMAC), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, 28049 Madrid, Spain
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Bezlepkina NP, Bocharnikova EN, Tchaikovskaya ON, Mayer GV, Solomonov VI, Makarova AS, Spirina AV, Chaikovsky SA. The Conversion and Degradation of Sulphaguanidine under UV and Electron Beam Irradiation Using Fluorescence. J Fluoresc 2024:10.1007/s10895-024-03640-w. [PMID: 38460095 DOI: 10.1007/s10895-024-03640-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2024] [Accepted: 02/26/2024] [Indexed: 03/11/2024]
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The work presents a spectral-luminescent study of the sulfaguanidine transformation in water under a pulsed e-beam and UV irradiation of an UVb-04 bactericidal mercury lamp (from 180 to 275 nm), KrCl (222 nm), XeBr (282 nm) and XeCl (308 nm) excilamps. Fluorescent decay curves have been used in our analysis of the sulfaguanidine decomposition. The conversion of antibiotic under e-beam irradiation for up to 1 min was more than 80%, compared with UV radiation: UVb-04-26%, XeBr - 20%. KrCl and XeCl - about 10%. At the end of 64 min of irradiation with UVb-04 and XeBr lamps, the conversion was 99%. During irradiation with these lamps, sulfaguanidine almost completely decomposed and passed into the final fluorescent photoproducts. After e-beam irradiated at the end of 13 min the decrease in sulfaguanidine was 93%. At the same time, the formation of sulfaguanidine transformation products was minimal compared to UV irradiation. The effect of UV irradiation and a powerful e-beam on the decomposition mechanisms of sulfaguanidine are significantly different, which is manifested in various changes in the absorption and fluorescence spectra.
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- Nadezhda P Bezlepkina
- Departament of Physics, National Research Tomsk State University, Tomsk, 634050, Russia
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- Departament of Physics, National Research Tomsk State University, Tomsk, 634050, Russia
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- Departament of Physics, National Research Tomsk State University, Tomsk, 634050, Russia.
- The FSBIS Institute of Electrophysics, Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ekaterinburg, 620016, Russia.
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- Departament of Physics, National Research Tomsk State University, Tomsk, 634050, Russia
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- The FSBIS Institute of Electrophysics, Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ekaterinburg, 620016, Russia
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- The FSBIS Institute of Electrophysics, Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ekaterinburg, 620016, Russia
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- The FSBIS Institute of Electrophysics, Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ekaterinburg, 620016, Russia
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- The FSBIS Institute of Electrophysics, Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ekaterinburg, 620016, Russia
- The Lebedev Physical Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow, 19991, Russia
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Liu S, Zhan J, Cai B. Recent advances in photoelectrochemical platforms based on porous materials for environmental pollutant detection. RSC Adv 2024; 14:7940-7963. [PMID: 38454947 PMCID: PMC10915833 DOI: 10.1039/d4ra00503a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2024] [Accepted: 02/21/2024] [Indexed: 03/09/2024] Open
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Human health and ecology are seriously threatened by harmful environmental contaminants. It is essential to develop efficient and simple methods for their detection. Environmental pollutants can be detected using photoelectrochemical (PEC) detection technologies. The key ingredient in the PEC sensing system is the photoactive material. Due to the unique characteristics, such as a large surface area, enhanced exposure of active sites, and effective mass capture and diffusion, porous materials have been regarded as ideal sensing materials for the construction of PEC sensors. Extensive efforts have been devoted to the development and modification of PEC sensors based on porous materials. However, a review of the relationship between detection performance and the structure of porous materials is still lacking. In this work, we present an overview of PEC sensors based on porous materials. A number of typical porous materials are introduced separately, and their applications in PEC detection of different types of environmental pollutants are also discussed. More importantly, special attention has been paid to how the porous material's structure affects aspects like sensitivity, selectivity, and detection limits of the associated PEC sensor. In addition, future research perspectives in the area of PEC sensors based on porous materials are presented.
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- Shiben Liu
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University 250100 Jinan China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University 250100 Jinan China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University 250100 Jinan China
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Wang CF, Li YY, Li AH, Yang N, Wang XW, Li YM, Zhang Y. Degradation of COD in antibiotic wastewater by a combination process of electrochemistry, hydroxyl-functionalized ball-milled zero-valent iron/Fe 3O 4 and Oxone. ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY 2024; 45:1259-1270. [PMID: 36301731 DOI: 10.1080/09593330.2022.2141661] [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: 05/29/2022] [Accepted: 10/20/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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In this study, the significant iron-based material, hydroxyl-functionalized ball-milled zero-valent iron/Fe3O4 (HFB-ZVI/Fe3O4) was employed for the experiments. The performance of the Electro + HFB-ZVI/Fe3O4 + Oxone system for the degradation of chemical oxygen demand (COD) in antibiotic wastewater was investigated. A direct current was applied between a graphite plate anode and two iron plate cathodes, and a series of operational parameters, such as applied electric current, the dosage of HFB-ZVI/Fe3O4 composite, the dosage of Oxone, and initial solution pH, were explored to evaluate the oxidation process. The application of electric current enhanced the gradual degradation of COD and the increase of current intensity accelerated COD degradation. The neutral condition was favourable for the rapid degradation of COD in a short reaction time by the Electro + HFB-ZVI/Fe3O4 + Oxone process and promoted the degradation efficiency of COD. An increase of electric current gradually decreased the reaction solution pH, the larger the electric current applied in the reaction process, the lower the final pH of the reaction solution. Under the optimal experimental conditions (1 g/L HFB-ZVI/Fe3O4 composite, 0.3 g/L Oxone, current intensity = 500 mA, initial solution pH = 7.85), Electro + HFB-ZVI/Fe3O4 + Oxone achieved 99% COD degradation in antibiotic wastewater. Radicals quenching experiments indicated the contribution to COD degradation by hydroxyl radicals (HO•), sulphate radicals (SO4•-) and other oxidants were 66.03%, 24.014% and 9.756%, respectively. The possible mechanism of COD degradation in the Electro + HFB-ZVI/Fe3O4 + Oxone system was also discussed in this study. The findings in this work provided useful information for the treatment of wastewater.
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- Chun-Feng Wang
- Henan Key Laboratory for Environmental Pollution Control and Key Laboratory for Yellow River and Huai River Water Environment and Pollution Control, Ministry of Education, School of EnvironmentHenan Normal University, Xingxiang, People's Republic of China
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- Henan Key Laboratory for Environmental Pollution Control and Key Laboratory for Yellow River and Huai River Water Environment and Pollution Control, Ministry of Education, School of EnvironmentHenan Normal University, Xingxiang, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Solid Waste Reuse for Building Materials, Beijing Building Materials Academy of Sciences Research, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Solid Waste Reuse for Building Materials, Beijing Building Materials Academy of Sciences Research, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Solid Waste Reuse for Building Materials, Beijing Building Materials Academy of Sciences Research, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Solid Waste Reuse for Building Materials, Beijing Building Materials Academy of Sciences Research, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Solid Waste Reuse for Building Materials, Beijing Building Materials Academy of Sciences Research, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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Serna-Carrizales JC, Zárate-Guzmán AI, Flores-Ramírez R, Díaz de León-Martínez L, Aguilar-Aguilar A, Warren-Vega WM, Bailón-García E, Ocampo-Pérez R. Application of artificial intelligence for the optimization of advanced oxidation processes to improve the water quality polluted with pharmaceutical compounds. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 351:141216. [PMID: 38224748 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.141216] [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: 07/06/2023] [Revised: 12/29/2023] [Accepted: 01/12/2024] [Indexed: 01/17/2024]
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Sulfamethoxazole and metronidazole are emerging pollutants commonly found in surface water and wastewater. These compounds have a significant environmental impact, being necessary in the design of technologies for their removal. Recently, the advanced oxidation process has been proven successful in the elimination of this kind of compounds. In this sense, the present work discusses the application of UV/H2O2 and ozonation for the degradation of both molecules in single and binary systems. Experimental kinetic data from O3 and UV/H2O2 process were adequately described by a first and second kinetic model, respectively. From the ANOVA analysis, it was determined that the most statistically significant variables were the initial concentration of the drugs (0.03 mmol L-1) and the pH = 8 for UV/H2O2 system, and only the pH (optimal value of 6) was significant for degradation with O3. Results showed that both molecules were eliminated with high degradation efficiencies (88-94% for UV/H2O2 and 79-98% for O3) in short reaction times (around 30-90 min). The modeling was performed using a quadratic regression model through response surface methodology representing adequately 90 % of the experimental data. On the other hand, an artificial neural network was used to evaluate a non-linear multi-variable system, a 98% of fit between the model and experimental data was obtained. The identification of degradation byproducts was performed by high-performance liquid chromatography coupled to a time mass detector. After each process, at least four to five stable byproducts were found in the treated water, reducing the mineralization percentage to 20% for both molecules.
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- Juan Carlos Serna-Carrizales
- Centro de Investigación y Estudios de Posgrado, Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí, Av. Dr. Manuel Nava 6, San Luis Potosí, 78210, Mexico
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- Centro de Investigación y Estudios de Posgrado, Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí, Av. Dr. Manuel Nava 6, San Luis Potosí, 78210, Mexico; Grupo de Investigación en Materiales y Fenómenos de Superficie, Departamento de Biotecnológicas y Ambientales, Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara, Av. Patria 1201, C.P, 45129, Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico.
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- Programa Multidisciplinario de Posgrado en Ciencias Ambientales, Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí, Av. Manuel Nava No. 201, San Luis Potosí, 78210, Mexico
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- Centro de Investigación y Estudios de Posgrado, Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí, Av. Dr. Manuel Nava 6, San Luis Potosí, 78210, Mexico
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- Grupo de Investigación en Materiales y Fenómenos de Superficie, Departamento de Biotecnológicas y Ambientales, Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara, Av. Patria 1201, C.P, 45129, Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico
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- Grupo de Investigación en Materiales de Carbón, Departamento de Química Inorgánica, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad de Granada, Campus Fuente Nueva S/n, 18071, Granada, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación y Estudios de Posgrado, Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí, Av. Dr. Manuel Nava 6, San Luis Potosí, 78210, Mexico
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Bibi M, Rashid J, Siddiqa A, Xu M. The mechanism and reaction kinetics of visible light active bismuth oxide deposited on titanium vanadium oxide for aqueous diclofenac photocatalysis. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2024; 31:23228-23246. [PMID: 38413524 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-024-32477-w] [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: 11/27/2023] [Accepted: 02/10/2024] [Indexed: 02/29/2024]
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Non-uniform, non-spherical bismuth oxide deposited on titanium vanadium oxide (3%-BVT1) was successfully synthesized via co-precipitation method and assessed for visible light degradation of aqueous diclofenac. The synthesized photocatalysts were characterized using X-ray diffraction, diffuse reflectance spectroscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and high-resolution transmission electron microscopy. Up to 80.7% diclofenac degradation was observed with a significant increment in reaction rate compared to commercially available Degussa P25 (kapp = 0.0013 → 0.0083 min-1) achieved within 3 h treatment time under optimized parameters of diclofenac concentration (10 mg L-1), catalyst loading (0.1 g L-1), and pH (5). The enhanced photocatalysis could be due to electron-hole separation and contribution of powerful oxidative species •OH > O2•- > h+ > > e-. The recyclability experiments indicate that 3%-BVT1 retained its efficiency up to 74.1% over five reaction cycles. Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis indicated the formation of several transformation products during the degradation pathway. The studies of interfering ions depicted mild interference by sulfates, while interference by phosphates and nitrates was negligible during photocatalytic process, i.e., 70, 78.01, and 78.43% for the selected concentrations of 50, 25, and 40 mg L-1 as per their maximum concentrations detected in the natural wastewaters. Thus, 3%-BVT1 is a potential versatile candidate to treat various organic pollutants including pharmaceuticals.
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- Mehmooda Bibi
- Department of Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Quaid-I-Azam University, Islamabad, 45320, Pakistan
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- Department of Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Quaid-I-Azam University, Islamabad, 45320, Pakistan.
- BNU-HKUST Laboratory for Green Innovation, Advanced Institute of Natural Sciences, Beijing Normal University at Zhuhai, Zhuhai, 519087, China.
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- National Centre for Physics, Quaid-I-Azam University Complex, Islamabad, 45320, Pakistan
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- BNU-HKUST Laboratory for Green Innovation, Advanced Institute of Natural Sciences, Beijing Normal University at Zhuhai, Zhuhai, 519087, China
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Liu S, Long Z, Liu H, Wang Y, Zhang J, Zhang G, Liang J. Recent advances in ultrasound-Fenton/Fenton-like technology for degradation of aqueous organic pollutants. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 352:141286. [PMID: 38311041 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.141286] [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: 11/06/2023] [Revised: 01/20/2024] [Accepted: 01/21/2024] [Indexed: 02/06/2024]
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Organic pollutants in water are a serious problem because of their widespread presence, harming the ecosystem and human health. Of the commonly used advanced oxidation processes, a hybrid of ultrasound and the Fenton/Fenton-like technology has received increasing attention in treatment of aqueous organic pollutants. This hybrid is effective in degradation of organic pollutants, but its application has not been summarised. Herein, first, the application and influencing factors of this hybrid technology for organic pollutants degradation are introduced. Second, the mechanism of its action is discussed. Third, the current challenges and future perspectives associated with this technology are proposed. This review provides valuable information regarding this technology, deepens the understanding of its mechanisms of organic pollutants degradation and provides a reference for its use in treatment of aquatic environments.
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- Shiqi Liu
- School of Energy & Environmental Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin, 300401, China
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- Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Changzhi Medical College, Changzhi, 046000, China
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- School of Energy & Environmental Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin, 300401, China
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- School of Energy & Environmental Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin, 300401, China
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- School of Energy & Environmental Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin, 300401, China
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- School of Energy & Environmental Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin, 300401, China.
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- School of Energy & Environmental Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin, 300401, China
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Yang J, Xu M, Li P, Liu H. Vitamin C-regulated CoAl- layered double hydroxide with oxygen vacancies to efficiently activate peroxydisulfate for sulfamethoxazole removal triggered via reactive oxygen and high-valent cobalt species. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 351:141207. [PMID: 38266877 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.141207] [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: 12/08/2023] [Revised: 01/11/2024] [Accepted: 01/12/2024] [Indexed: 01/26/2024]
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In this study, a vitamin C-regulated CoAl-layered double hydroxide with abundant oxygen vacancies was synthesized via a simple hydrothermal process. The resulting CoAl-layered double hydroxide was employed to activate peroxydisulfate for removal of sulfamethoxazole. The effect of the experimental parameters such as pH, catalyst dose and peroxydisulfate concentration on sulfamethoxazole removal was investigated. The current system exhibited excellent catalytic performance for sulfamethoxazole removal in a broad pH range (i.e., pH 3.0-11.0). Under the optimized condition, 94.2% of sulfamethoxazole was degraded within 15 min, accompanied by a 67.6% reduction in chemical oxygen demand. The effective sulfamethoxazole degradation could be attributed to four pathways. Firstly, the ≡ Co2+ in catalyst reacted with peroxydisulfate to generate reactive species, including SO4•-, •OH, O2•- and 1O2, which could degrade sulfamethoxazole. Secondly, the oxygen vacancies could modulate intrinsic electrons, resulted in the surface activation of catalyst and accelerated charge transfer, which was favorable for the degradation of sulfamethoxazole. Thirdly, the presence of vitamin C not only promoted the formation of oxygen vacancies but also expanded the interlayer spacing of layered double hydroxide. A large interlayer spacing facilitated the diffusion of peroxydisulfate and pollutants in the interlayer and improved the utilization efficiency of the active site. Lastly, the high-valent cobalt species exhibited excellent oxidation ability and enhanced the catalyst performance through continuously being employed as an electron acceptor. This study provided a valuable insight for the design and application of Co-based catalysts in peroxydisulfate-based advanced oxidation processes.
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- Jiaojiao Yang
- College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Hebei Normal University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Hebei Normal University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Hebei Normal University, Shijiazhuang, China; Hebei Key Laboratory of Inorganic Nano-materials, Shijiazhuang, China; National Experimental Chemistry Teaching Center, Hebei Normal University, Shijiazhuang, 050024, China.
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- College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Hebei Normal University, Shijiazhuang, China; Hebei Key Laboratory of Inorganic Nano-materials, Shijiazhuang, China; National Experimental Chemistry Teaching Center, Hebei Normal University, Shijiazhuang, 050024, China.
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Egerić M, Matović L, Savić M, Stanković S, Wu YN, Li F, Vujasin R. Gamma irradiation induced degradation of organic pollutants: Recent advances and future perspective. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 352:141437. [PMID: 38364919 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.141437] [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: 11/06/2023] [Revised: 01/29/2024] [Accepted: 02/09/2024] [Indexed: 02/18/2024]
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Different organic compounds in aquatic bodies have been recognized as an emerging issue in Environmental Chemistry. The gamma irradiation technique, as one of the advanced oxidation techniques, has been widely investigated in past decades as a technique for the degradation of organic molecules, such as dyes, pesticides, and pharmaceuticals, which show high persistence to degradation. This review gives an overview of what has been achieved so far using gamma irradiation for different organic compound degradations giving an explanation of the mechanisms of degradations as well as the corresponding limitations and drawbacks, and the answer to why this technique has not yet widely come to life. Also, a new approach, recently presented in the literature, regards coupling gamma irradiation with other techniques and materials, as the latest trend. A critical evaluation of the most recent advances achieved by coupling gamma irradiation with other methods and/or materials, as well as describing the reaction mechanisms of coupling, that is, additional destabilization of molecules achieved by coupling, emphasizing the advantages of the newly proposed approach. Finally, it was concluded what are the perspectives and future directions towards its commercialization since this technique can contribute to waste minimization i.e. not waste transfer to other media. Summarizing and generalization the model of radiolytic degradation with and without coupling with other techniques can further guide designing a new modular, mobile method that will satisfy all the needs for its wide commercial application.
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- Marija Egerić
- Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences - National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia; Center of Excellence "CEXTREME LAB", Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences - National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia.
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- Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences - National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia; Center of Excellence "CEXTREME LAB", Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences - National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia; College of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, China; Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Shanghai, 200092, China
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- Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences - National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences - National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, China; Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Shanghai, 200092, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, China; Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Shanghai, 200092, China
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- Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences - National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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Saleem MH, Mfarrej MFB, Khan KA, Alharthy SA. Emerging trends in wastewater treatment: Addressing microorganic pollutants and environmental impacts. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 913:169755. [PMID: 38176566 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.169755] [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: 11/11/2023] [Revised: 12/26/2023] [Accepted: 12/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/06/2024]
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This review focuses on the challenges and advances associated with the treatment and management of microorganic pollutants, encompassing pesticides, industrial chemicals, and persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in the environment. The translocation of these contaminants across multiple media, particularly through atmospheric transport, emphasizes their pervasive nature and the subsequent ecological risks. The urgency to develop cost-effective remediation strategies for emerging organic contaminants is paramount. As such, wastewater-based epidemiology and the increasing concern over estrogenicity are explored. By incorporating conventional and innovative wastewater treatment techniques, this article highlights the integration of environmental management strategies, analytical methodologies, and the importance of renewable energy in waste treatment. The primary objective is to provide a comprehensive perspective on the current scenario, imminent threats, and future directions in mitigating the effects of these pollutants on the environment. Furthermore, the review underscores the need for international collaboration in developing standardized guidelines and policies for monitoring and controlling these microorganic pollutants. It advocates for increased investment in research and development of advanced materials and technologies that can efficiently remove or neutralize these contaminants, thereby safeguarding environmental health and promoting sustainable practice.
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- Muhammad Hamzah Saleem
- Office of Academic Research, Office of VP for Research & Graduate Studies, Qatar University, Doha 2713, Qatar.
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- Department of Life and Environmental Sciences, College of Natural and Health Sciences, Zayed University, Abu Dhabi 144534, United Arab Emirates.
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- Applied College, Center of Bee Research and its Products, Unit of Bee Research and Honey Production, and Research Center for Advanced Materials Science (RCAMS), King Khalid University, P.O. Box 9004, Abha 61413, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, P.O. Box 80216, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia; Toxicology and Forensic Sciences Unit, King Fahd Medical Research Center, King Abdulaziz University, P.O. Box 80216, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia.
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Li Q, Li H, Zong X, Sun H, Liu Y, Zhan Z, Mei S, Qi Y, Huang Y, Ye Y, Pan F. Highly efficient adsorption of ciprofloxacin from aqueous solutions by waste cation exchange resin-based activated carbons: Performance, mechanism, and theoretical calculation. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 912:169534. [PMID: 38141999 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.169534] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2023] [Revised: 11/21/2023] [Accepted: 12/18/2023] [Indexed: 12/25/2023]
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This study focused on the preparation of a highly efficient activated carbon adsorbent from waste cation exchange resins through one-step carbonization to remove ciprofloxacin (CIP) from aqueous solutions. Scanning electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction, Fourier-transform infrared spectrometry, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy were used to characterize the physicochemical properties of the carbonized materials. The CIP removal efficiency, influencing factors, and adsorption mechanisms of CIP on the carbonized resins were investigated. Density functional theory (DFT) computations were performed to elucidate the adsorption mechanisms. The CIP removal reached 93 % when the adsorbent dosage was 300 mg/L at 25 °C. The adsorption capacity of the carbonized resins to CIP gradually decreased with an increasing pH from 3.0 to 7.0 and sharply declined with a pH from 7.0 to 11.0. The adsorption process better fitted by the pseudo second-order kinetic and Langmuir models, indicating that the interaction between CIP and the carbonized resins was monolayer adsorption. The maximum adsorption capacity fitted by the Langmuir model was 384.4 mg/g at 25 °C. Microstructural analysis showed that the adsorption of CIP on the carbonized resins was a joint effect of H-bonding, ion exchange, and graphite-N adsorption. Computational results signified the strong H-bonding and ion exchange interactions existed between CIP and carbonized resins. The high adsorption and reusability suggest that waste cation exchange resin-based activated carbons can be used as an effective and reusable adsorbent for removing CIP from aqueous solutions.
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- Qiang Li
- School of Environmental Engineering, Wuhan Textile University, Wuhan 430073, China; State Key Laboratory of New Textile Materials and Advanced Processing Technologies, Wuhan Textile University, Wuhan 430200, China.
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- School of Environmental Engineering, Wuhan Textile University, Wuhan 430073, China
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- School of Environmental Engineering, Wuhan Textile University, Wuhan 430073, China
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- School of Environmental Engineering, Wuhan Textile University, Wuhan 430073, China
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- School of Environmental Engineering, Wuhan Textile University, Wuhan 430073, China
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- School of Environmental Engineering, Wuhan Textile University, Wuhan 430073, China
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- School of Environmental Engineering, Wuhan Textile University, Wuhan 430073, China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, Suzhou 215009, China.
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- School of Environmental Engineering, Wuhan Textile University, Wuhan 430073, China
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- School of Environmental Engineering, Wuhan Textile University, Wuhan 430073, China; State Key Laboratory of New Textile Materials and Advanced Processing Technologies, Wuhan Textile University, Wuhan 430200, China
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- School of Environmental Engineering, Wuhan Textile University, Wuhan 430073, China; State Key Laboratory of New Textile Materials and Advanced Processing Technologies, Wuhan Textile University, Wuhan 430200, China.
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Li X, Zhang G, Jia Y, Zou W, Zhang G, Pan Y, Zhou M. Removal of bisphenol A in a heterogeneous Fenton system via biochar synthesized using different Fe precursors: Properties, effects, and mechanisms. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 912:168855. [PMID: 38029993 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.168855] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Revised: 11/07/2023] [Accepted: 11/22/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023]
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The reactivity and mechanism of the Fe-doped biochar (FeBC) Fenton reaction are typically influenced by the amount and type of Fe species in materials. This study investigated the effects of different Fe precursors (FeSO4, Fe(NO)3, FeCl2, and FeCl3) used to prepare Fenton catalyst FeBCs (FeSBC, FeNBC, FeC2BC, and FeC3BC) on the physicochemical characteristics, pH resistance, and reactivity for bisphenol A (BPA) removal. In addition to the FeSBC/H2O2 (0.007 min-1) system, FeNBC/H2O2 (1.143 min-1), FeC2BC/H2O2 (0.278 min-1), and FeC3BC/H2O2 (0.556 min-1) completely removed BPA within 20 min under the optimal conditions (FeBCs: 0.1 g/L; H2O2: 1 mM; BPA: 20 mg/L; pH 3). FeBCs/H2O2 systems demonstrated good stability and resistance to inorganic anions and natural organic matter under appropriate initial pH conditions. However, FeC2BC and FeC3BC exhibited better pH applicability than FeNBC. Characterization results indicated that the physicochemical properties of FeBCs were dependent on the Fe precursor, which correlated with the degree of Fe corrosion and the production of distinct reactive oxygen species (ROS). Quenching experiments and electron spin resonance detection results indicated that OH, 1O2, and O2- species were all engaged in BPA removal; the ROS concentrations were significantly influenced by the initial pH and Fe precursor. The results indicate that Fe precursors significantly impact the performance and characteristics of Fe-based biochar materials, which are tailorable to specific applications.
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- Xiang Li
- School of Environment, Henan Normal University, Key Laboratory of Yellow River and Huai River Water Environment and Pollution Control, Ministry of Education, Henan Key Laboratory for Environmental Pollution Control, International Joint Laboratory on Key Techniques in Water Treatment, Henan Province, Henan Engineering Laboratory of Environmental Functional Materials and Pollution Control, Xinxiang, Henan 453007, China.
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- School of Environment, Henan Normal University, Key Laboratory of Yellow River and Huai River Water Environment and Pollution Control, Ministry of Education, Henan Key Laboratory for Environmental Pollution Control, International Joint Laboratory on Key Techniques in Water Treatment, Henan Province, Henan Engineering Laboratory of Environmental Functional Materials and Pollution Control, Xinxiang, Henan 453007, China
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- School of Environment, Henan Normal University, Key Laboratory of Yellow River and Huai River Water Environment and Pollution Control, Ministry of Education, Henan Key Laboratory for Environmental Pollution Control, International Joint Laboratory on Key Techniques in Water Treatment, Henan Province, Henan Engineering Laboratory of Environmental Functional Materials and Pollution Control, Xinxiang, Henan 453007, China
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- School of Environment, Henan Normal University, Key Laboratory of Yellow River and Huai River Water Environment and Pollution Control, Ministry of Education, Henan Key Laboratory for Environmental Pollution Control, International Joint Laboratory on Key Techniques in Water Treatment, Henan Province, Henan Engineering Laboratory of Environmental Functional Materials and Pollution Control, Xinxiang, Henan 453007, China
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- School of Environment, Henan Normal University, Key Laboratory of Yellow River and Huai River Water Environment and Pollution Control, Ministry of Education, Henan Key Laboratory for Environmental Pollution Control, International Joint Laboratory on Key Techniques in Water Treatment, Henan Province, Henan Engineering Laboratory of Environmental Functional Materials and Pollution Control, Xinxiang, Henan 453007, China
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- College of Biology and the Environment, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China
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- Key Laboratory of Pollution Process and Environmental Criteria, Ministry of Education, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Environmental Technology for Complex Trans-Media Pollution, Tianjin Advanced Water Treatment Technology International Joint Research Center, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Nankai University, Tianjin 300350, China.
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Xu X, Lin X, Ma W, Huo M, Tian X, Wang H, Huang L. Biodegradation strategies of veterinary medicines in the environment: Enzymatic degradation. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 912:169598. [PMID: 38157911 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.169598] [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: 09/23/2023] [Revised: 12/12/2023] [Accepted: 12/20/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
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One Health closely integrates healthy farming, human medicine, and environmental ecology. Due to the ecotoxicity and risk of transmission of drug resistance, veterinary medicines (VMs) are regarded as emerging environmental pollutants. To reduce or mitigate the environmental risk of VMs, developing friendly, safe, and effective removal technologies is an important means of environmental remediation for VMs. Many previous studies have proved that biodegradation has significant advantages in removing VMs, and biodegradation based on enzyme catalysis presents higher operability and specificity. This review focused on biodegradation strategies of environmental pollutants and reviewed the enzymatic degradation of VMs including antimicrobial drugs, insecticides, and disinfectants. We reviewed the sources and catalytic mechanisms of peroxidase, laccase, and organophosphorus hydrolases, and summarized the latest research status of immobilization methods and bioengineering techniques in improving the performance of degrading enzymes. The mechanism of enzymatic degradation for VMs was elucidated in the current research. Suggestions and prospects for researching and developing enzymatic degradation of VMs were also put forward. This review will offer new ideas for the biodegradation of VMs and have a guide significance for the risk mitigation and detoxification of VMs in the environment.
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- Xiangyue Xu
- National Reference Laboratory of Veterinary Drug Residues (HZAU) and MAO Key Laboratory for Detection of Veterinary Drug Residues, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China; MOA Laboratory for Risk Assessment of Quality and Safety of Livestock and Poultry Products, Wuhan 430070, China
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- National Reference Laboratory of Veterinary Drug Residues (HZAU) and MAO Key Laboratory for Detection of Veterinary Drug Residues, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China; MOA Laboratory for Risk Assessment of Quality and Safety of Livestock and Poultry Products, Wuhan 430070, China
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- National Reference Laboratory of Veterinary Drug Residues (HZAU) and MAO Key Laboratory for Detection of Veterinary Drug Residues, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China; MOA Laboratory for Risk Assessment of Quality and Safety of Livestock and Poultry Products, Wuhan 430070, China
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- National Reference Laboratory of Veterinary Drug Residues (HZAU) and MAO Key Laboratory for Detection of Veterinary Drug Residues, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China; MOA Laboratory for Risk Assessment of Quality and Safety of Livestock and Poultry Products, Wuhan 430070, China
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- National Reference Laboratory of Veterinary Drug Residues (HZAU) and MAO Key Laboratory for Detection of Veterinary Drug Residues, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China; MOA Laboratory for Risk Assessment of Quality and Safety of Livestock and Poultry Products, Wuhan 430070, China
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- National Reference Laboratory of Veterinary Drug Residues (HZAU) and MAO Key Laboratory for Detection of Veterinary Drug Residues, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China; MOA Laboratory for Risk Assessment of Quality and Safety of Livestock and Poultry Products, Wuhan 430070, China; National Laboratory for Veterinary Drug Safety Evaluation, Huazhong Agriculture University, Wuhan 430070, China; College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agriculture University, Wuhan 430070, China
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- National Reference Laboratory of Veterinary Drug Residues (HZAU) and MAO Key Laboratory for Detection of Veterinary Drug Residues, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China; MOA Laboratory for Risk Assessment of Quality and Safety of Livestock and Poultry Products, Wuhan 430070, China; National Laboratory for Veterinary Drug Safety Evaluation, Huazhong Agriculture University, Wuhan 430070, China; College of Veterinary Medicine, Huazhong Agriculture University, Wuhan 430070, China.
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Gao X, Dai C, Tian X, Nie Y, Shi J. Self-acclimation mechanism of pyrite to sulfamethoxazole concentration in terms of degradation behavior and toxicity effects caused by reactive oxygen species. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2024; 464:132962. [PMID: 37976862 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2023.132962] [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: 06/27/2023] [Revised: 10/26/2023] [Accepted: 11/07/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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Pyrite has been extensively tested for oxidizing contaminants via the activation of water molecule or dissolved oxygen, while the changing of oxidation species induced by contaminant's concentration has been largely underestimated. In this study, we revealed a self-acclimation mechanism of pyrite in terms of •OH conversion to 1O2 during the sulfamethoxazole (SMX) degradation process under oxic conditions. Two reaction stages of SMX degradation by pyrite were observed. The SMX concentration decreased by 70% rapidly in the first 12 h after the reaction was initiated, then, the removal rate began to decrease as the SMX concentration decreased. Importantly, •OH and O2•- were the dominant oxidizing species in stage one, while 1O2 was responsible for the further degradation of SMX in stage two. The self-acclimated mechanism of pyrite was proven to be caused by the conversion of oxidative species at the surface of pyrite. This process can overcome the shortages of •OH such as ultrashort lifetime and limited effective diffusion in the decontamination of micropollutant. Moreover, different reactive oxygen species will lead to different degradation pathways and environmental toxicity while degrading pollutants. This finding of oxidizing species' self-acclimation mechanism should be of concern when using pyrite for water treatment.
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- Xuyun Gao
- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, PR China
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, PR China
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, PR China; State Key Laboratory of Biogeology and Environmental Geology, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, PR China
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, PR China; State Key Laboratory of Biogeology and Environmental Geology, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, PR China.
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- School of Environmental Studies, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, PR China
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Jin L, Huang Y, Liu H, Ye L, Liu X, Huang D. Efficient treatment of actual glyphosate wastewater via non-radical Fenton-like oxidation. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2024; 463:132904. [PMID: 37924705 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2023.132904] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2023] [Revised: 10/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/29/2023] [Indexed: 11/06/2023]
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Compared to radical oxidative pathway, recent research revealed that non-radical oxidative pathway has higher selectivity, higher adaptability and lower oxidant requirement. In this work, we have designed and synthesized Cu2O/Cu nanowires (CuNWs), by pyrolysis of copper chloride and urea, to selectively generate high-valent copper (CuIII) upon H2O2 activation for the efficient treatment of actual glyphosate wastewater. The detailed characterizations confirmed that CuNWs nanocomposite was comprised of Cu0 and Cu2O, which possessed a nanowire-shaped structure. The electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) analysis, in situ Raman spectra, chronoamperometry and liner sweep voltammetry (LSV) verified CuIII, which mainly contributed to glyphosate degradation, was selectively generated from CuNWs/H2O2 system. In particular, CuI is mainly oxidized by H2O2 into CuIIIvia dual-electron transfer, rather than simultaneously releasing OH• via single electron transfer. More importantly, CuNWs/H2O2 system exhibited the excellent potential in the efficient treatment of actual glyphosate wastewater, with 96.6% degradation efficiency and chemical oxygen demand (COD) dropped by 30%. This novel knowledge gained in the work helps to apply CuNWs into heterogeneous Fenton-like reaction for environmental remediation and gives new insights into non-radical pathway in H2O2 activation.
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- Lei Jin
- Engineering Research Center of Eco-Environment in Three Gorges Reservoir Region of Ministry of Education, College of Hydraulic & Environmental Engineering, College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Eco-Environment in Three Gorges Reservoir Region of Ministry of Education, College of Hydraulic & Environmental Engineering, College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Eco-Environment in Three Gorges Reservoir Region of Ministry of Education, College of Hydraulic & Environmental Engineering, College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Eco-Environment in Three Gorges Reservoir Region of Ministry of Education, College of Hydraulic & Environmental Engineering, College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Eco-Environment in Three Gorges Reservoir Region of Ministry of Education, College of Hydraulic & Environmental Engineering, College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China.
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- Engineering Research Center of Eco-Environment in Three Gorges Reservoir Region of Ministry of Education, College of Hydraulic & Environmental Engineering, College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China.
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Bian X, Xia G, Xin JH, Jiang S, Ma K. Applications of waste polyethylene terephthalate (PET) based nanostructured materials: A review. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 350:141076. [PMID: 38169200 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2023.141076] [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: 09/02/2023] [Revised: 12/07/2023] [Accepted: 12/28/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024]
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While polyethylene terephthalate (PET) has enjoyed widespread use, a large volume of plastic waste has also been produced as a result, which is detrimental to the environment. Traditional treatment of plastic waste, such as landfilling and incinerating waste, causes environmental pollution and poses risks to public health. Recycling PET waste into useful chemicals or upcycling the waste into high value-added materials can be remedies. This review first provides a brief introduction of the synthesis, structure, properties, and applications of virgin PET. Then the conversion process of waste PET into high value-added materials for different applications are introduced. The conversion mechanisms (including degradation, recycling and upcycling) are detailed. The advanced applications of these upgraded materials in energy storage devices (supercapacitors, lithium-ion batteries, and microbial fuel cells), and for water treatment (to remove dyes, heavy metals, and antibiotics), environmental remediation (for air filtration, CO2 adsorption, and oil removal) and catalysis (to produce H2, photoreduce CO2, and remove toxic chemicals) are discussed at length. In general, this review details the exploration of advanced technologies for the transformation of waste PET into nanostructured materials for various applications, and provides insights into the role of high value-added waste products in sustainability and economic development.
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- Xueyan Bian
- School of Fashion and Textiles, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Fashion and Textiles, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Fashion and Textiles, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China.
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- School of Fashion and Textiles, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China.
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- School of Fashion and Textiles, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China.
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Zhu Q, Chen L, Zhu T, Gao Z, Wang C, Geng R, Bai W, Cao Y, Zhu J. Contribution of 1O 2 in the efficient degradation of organic pollutants with Cu 0/Cu 2O/CuO@N-C activated peroxymonosulfate: A Case study with tetracycline. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (BARKING, ESSEX : 1987) 2024; 342:123064. [PMID: 38042475 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2023.123064] [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: 09/21/2023] [Revised: 11/18/2023] [Accepted: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 12/04/2023]
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Peroxymonosulfate-mediated advanced oxidation processes (PMS-AOPs) degrading organic pollutants (Tetracycline (TC) as an example) in water with singlet oxygen (1O2) as the main reactive oxygen has received more and more attention. However, the generation mechanism of 1O2 is still unclear. Consequently, this study investigates the 1O2 formation mechanism during the activated PMS process using a nitrogen-copper-loaded carbon-based material (Cu0/Cu2O/CuO@N-C), synthesized by thermally decomposing organobase-modified HKUST-1 via a one-pot method. It was discovered that incorporating an organobase (Benzylamine) into the metal organic framework (MOF) precursor directs the MOF's self-assembly process and supplements its nitrogen content. This modification modulates the Nx-Cu-Oy active site formation in the material, selectively producing 1O2. Additionally, 1O2 was identified as the dominant reactive oxygen species in the Cu0/Cu2O/CuO@N-C-PMS system, contributing to TC degradation with a rate of 70.82%. The TC degradation efficiency remained high in the pH range of 3-11 and sustained its efficacy after five consecutive uses. Finally, based on the intermediates of TC degradation, three possible degradation pathways were postulated, and a reduction in the ecotoxicity of the degradation products was predicted. This work presents a novel and general strategy for constructing nitrogen-copper-loaded carbon-based materials for use in PMS-AOPs.
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- Qiuzi Zhu
- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Development on Shallow Lake of Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, Nanjing, 210098, China
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- Management Division of QinhuaiRiver Hydraulic Engineering of Jiangsu Province, Nanjing, 210029, China
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- Nanchang Hangkong University, Nanchang, 330063, China
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- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Development on Shallow Lake of Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, Nanjing, 210098, China
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- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Development on Shallow Lake of Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, Nanjing, 210098, China
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- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Development on Shallow Lake of Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, Nanjing, 210098, China
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- Hohai University Design Institute CO., Ltd, Nanjing, 210098, China
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- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Development on Shallow Lake of Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, Nanjing, 210098, China
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- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Development on Shallow Lake of Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, Nanjing, 210098, China.
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Voigt M, Dluziak JM, Wellen N, Langerbein V, Jaeger M. Comparison of photoinduced and electrochemically induced degradation of venlafaxine. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2024; 31:13442-13454. [PMID: 38252206 PMCID: PMC10881652 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-024-32018-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2023] [Accepted: 01/11/2024] [Indexed: 01/23/2024]
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The European Union requires environmental monitoring of the antidepressant drug venlafaxine. Advanced oxidation processes provide a remedy against the spread of micropollutants. In this study, the photoinduced and electrochemical decompositions of venlafaxine were investigated in terms of mechanism and efficacy using high-performance liquid chromatography coupled to high-resolution multifragmentation mass spectrometry. Kinetic analysis, structure elucidation, matrix variation, and radical scavenging indicated the dominance of a hydroxyl-mediated indirect mechanism during photodegradation and hydroxyl and direct electrochemical oxidation for electrochemical degradation. Oxidants, sulfate, and chloride ions acted as accelerants, which reduced venlafaxine half-lives from 62 to 25 min. Humic acid decelerated degradation during ultra-violet irradiation up to 50%, but accelerated during electrochemical oxidation up to 56%. In silico quantitative structure activity relationship analysis predicted decreased environmental hazard after advanced oxidation process treatment. In general, photoirradiation proved more efficient due to faster decomposition and slightly less toxic transformation products. Yet, matrix effects would have to be carefully evaluated when potential applications as a fourth purification stage were to be considered.
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- Melanie Voigt
- Department of Chemistry and ILOC, Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences, Frankenring 20, D-47798, Krefeld, Germany
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- Department of Chemistry and ILOC, Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences, Frankenring 20, D-47798, Krefeld, Germany
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- Department of Chemistry and ILOC, Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences, Frankenring 20, D-47798, Krefeld, Germany
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- Department of Chemistry and ILOC, Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences, Frankenring 20, D-47798, Krefeld, Germany
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- Department of Chemistry and ILOC, Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences, Frankenring 20, D-47798, Krefeld, Germany.
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Tian J, Qi Y, Wei J, Rady A, Maodaa S, Allam AA, Wang Z, Qu R. Enhanced removal of bisphenol S in ozone/peroxymonosulfate system: Kinetics, intermediates and reaction mechanism. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 349:140952. [PMID: 38101481 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2023.140952] [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: 09/17/2023] [Revised: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/11/2023] [Indexed: 12/17/2023]
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The degradation process of bisphenol S (BPS) in ozone/peroxymonosulfate (O3/PMS) system was systematically explored. The results showed that the removal efficiency of BPS by O3 could be significantly improved with addition of PMS. Compared with ozonation alone, the pseudo-first-order constant (kobs) was increased by 2-5 times after adding 400 μM PMS. In O3/PMS system, accelerated removal of BPS was observed under neutral and alkaline conditions. The removal efficiency of BPS reached 100% after 40 s of reaction at pH 7.0, with the kobs of 0.098 s-1. Moreover, Cu2+ had a catalytic effect on the O3/PMS system, because it could catalyze the decomposition of ozone and PMS to produce •OH and SO4•-, respectively. Electron paramagnetic resonance illustrated that •OH and SO4•- were the reactive species in O3/PMS system. Twelve intermediates were identified by mass spectrometry, and the degradation reactions in O3/PMS system mainly included hydroxylation, sulfate addition, polymerization and β-scission. Finally, the toxicity of the products was evaluated by the EOCSAR program. Our results introduce an efficient method for BPS removal and would provide some guidance for the development of O3-based advanced oxidation technology.
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- Jie Tian
- State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resources Reuse, School of the Environment, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210023, Jiangsu, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resources Reuse, School of the Environment, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210023, Jiangsu, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resources Reuse, School of the Environment, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210023, Jiangsu, PR China
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- Department of Zoology, College of Science, King Saud University, P.O. Box 2455, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Zoology, College of Science, King Saud University, P.O. Box 2455, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Zoology, Beni-suef University, Beni-suef, 65211, Egypt
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- State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resources Reuse, School of the Environment, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210023, Jiangsu, PR China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resources Reuse, School of the Environment, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210023, Jiangsu, PR China
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Grčić I, Radetić L, Miklec K, Presečki I, Leskovar K, Meaški H, Čizmić M, Brnardić I. Solar photocatalysis application in UWWTP outlets - simulations based on predictive models in flat-plate reactors and pollutant degradation studies with in silico toxicity assessment. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2024; 461:132589. [PMID: 37742381 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2023.132589] [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: 06/03/2023] [Revised: 09/14/2023] [Accepted: 09/18/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023]
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The application of the solar photocatalysis for the degradation of residual pollutants found in surface water was demonstrated. Semi-pilot scale flat-plate cascade reactor (FPCR) was used to study the degradation of model organic pollutants: enrofloxacin (ENRO), 17β-estradiol (E2) and 1H-benzotriazole (1H-BT) over TiO2 thin-film supported on glass fibers. A modular panel with full-spectra solar lamps with appropriate UVB and UVA irradiation levels was used as a simulation of sunlight. Pollutant degradation in FPCR was estimated using predictive models; intrinsic reaction rate constants (ki) for ENRO, E2 and 1H-BT independent of the reactor size, flow rate and irradiation conditions were determined: 9.60, 3.35 and 0.37 109 s-1 W-0.5 m1.5, respectively. Main degradation products (DPs), formed upon hydroxylation, ring opening and oxidation, were identified using LC-QTOF-MS. The ecotoxicological impact was assessed via T.E.S.T. and ECOSAR open-source tools showing the formation of less harmful DPs after sufficient reaction time. Pollutant degradation was simulated at four locations of interest, i.e. exhausts from urban wastewater treatment plants (UWWTPs) in Zagreb, Croatia (45°N), Krakow, Poland (50°N), Sevilla, Spain (37°N) and Ioannina, Greece (39.6°N). Results have proved that a simple flat-plate system with supported photocatalysts can be easily scaled up and incorporated at the outlet of UWWTP for the reduction of pollutant load and related toxicity. The exhaust canal in Zagreb with the estimated length of a photocatalytic layer of 122 m for the > 90% degradation of all target pollutants was discussed as the best installation site among studied locations. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATION: A multi-disciplinary approach to the tentative application of TiO2 solar photocatalysis outdoors to reduce pollutant loads and toxicity in surface waters was demonstrated. Possible application at four selected locations in Europe, as an additional step in water treatment after urban wastewater treatment plants (UWWTPs) was discussed. Target pollutants were studied under environmentally relevant conditions (sunlight levels, water matrix, simulation of process on a real scale at selected geographical location), at both higher and low concentrations.
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- Ivana Grčić
- University of Zagreb, Faculty of Geotechnical Engineering, Hallerova aleja 7, 42000 Varaždin, Croatia.
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- University of Zagreb, Faculty of Geotechnical Engineering, Hallerova aleja 7, 42000 Varaždin, Croatia
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- University of Zagreb, Faculty of Geotechnical Engineering, Hallerova aleja 7, 42000 Varaždin, Croatia
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- University of Zagreb, Faculty of Geotechnical Engineering, Hallerova aleja 7, 42000 Varaždin, Croatia
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- University of Zagreb, Faculty of Geotechnical Engineering, Hallerova aleja 7, 42000 Varaždin, Croatia
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- University of Zagreb, Faculty of Geotechnical Engineering, Hallerova aleja 7, 42000 Varaždin, Croatia
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- Selvita S.A., Hondlova 2, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia
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- University of Zagreb, Faculty of Metallurgy, Aleja narodnih heroja 3, 44000 Sisak, Croatia
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Hossain MS, Kabir MH, Ali Shaikh MA, Haque MA, Yasmin S. Ultrafast and simultaneous removal of four tetracyclines from aqueous solutions using waste material-derived graphene oxide-supported cobalt-iron magnetic nanocomposites. RSC Adv 2024; 14:1431-1444. [PMID: 38174255 PMCID: PMC10763703 DOI: 10.1039/d3ra07597d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2023] [Accepted: 12/12/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024] Open
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In this work, a graphene oxide-supported cobalt-iron oxide (GO/Co-Fe) magnetic nanocomposite was successfully synthesized using waste dry cells for the efficient and simultaneous removal of tetracycline (TC), chlortetracycline (CTC), oxytetracycline (OTC), and doxycycline (DTC) from aqueous solutions. The GO/Co-Fe nanocomposite was thoroughly characterized using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, vibrating sample magnetometry, X-ray diffraction, field emission scanning electron microscopy, energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, transmission electron microscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, and zeta potential analysis. This multi-faceted characterization provided clean insights into the composition and properties of the synthesized nanocomposite. The adsorption of tetracyclines (TCs) was systematically investigated by assessing the influence of critical factors, such as adsorbent dosage, contact duration, initial pH of the solution, initial concentration, and temperature. The GO/Co-Fe adsorbent showed high removal efficiencies of 94.1% TC, 94.32% CTC, 94.22% OTC, and 96.94% DTC within 30 s contact period. The maximum removal efficiency of TCs was found at a low adsorbent dose of 0.15 g L-1. Notably, this superior removal efficiency was achieved at neutral pH and room temperature, demonstrating the adsorbent's efficacy under environmentally viable conditions. The kinetic studies demonstrated that the adsorption process was fitted satisfactorily with the pseudo-second-order model. Additionally, the adsorption behaviour of TCs on the GO/Co-Fe adsorbent was assessed by isotherm models, Langmuir and Freundlich. The experimental data followed the Langmuir isotherm, signifying a monolayer adsorption mechanism on the surface of the adsorbent. The adsorption capacities (qm) of GO/Co-Fe for TC, CTC, OTC and DTC were determined to be 64.10, 71.43, 72.46 and 99.01 mg g-1, respectively. Importantly, the GO/Co-Fe adsorbent showed reusability capabilities. The super magnetic properties of GO/Co-Fe made it easy to use for several cycles. These results clearly establish GO/Co-Fe as an exceptionally effective adsorbent for the removal of TCs from aqueous systems, highlighting its great potentiality in water treatment applications.
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- Md Sohag Hossain
- Institute of National Analytical Research and Service (INARS), Bangladesh Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (BCSIR) Dhanmondi Dhaka-1205 Bangladesh
- Department of Chemistry, University of Dhaka Dhaka 1000 Bangladesh
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- Institute of National Analytical Research and Service (INARS), Bangladesh Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (BCSIR) Dhanmondi Dhaka-1205 Bangladesh
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- Institute of National Analytical Research and Service (INARS), Bangladesh Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (BCSIR) Dhanmondi Dhaka-1205 Bangladesh
- Department of Chemistry, University of Dhaka Dhaka 1000 Bangladesh
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Dhaka Dhaka 1000 Bangladesh
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- Institute of National Analytical Research and Service (INARS), Bangladesh Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (BCSIR) Dhanmondi Dhaka-1205 Bangladesh
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Song X, Zhang M, Xiu X, Wang C, Li P, Zang L, Song M, Xu C. Accelerated removal of sulfadiazine by heterogeneous electro-Fenton system with Pt-FeO X/graphene single-atom alloy cathodes. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2024; 349:119541. [PMID: 37988893 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2023.119541] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2023] [Revised: 10/02/2023] [Accepted: 11/04/2023] [Indexed: 11/23/2023]
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Heterogeneous electro-Fenton (EF) process is emerging as an attractive treatment technology for removal of sulfadiazine (SDZ), in which in situ generation of H2O2 and Fe(II) are crucial steps. In this study, Pt-FeOX/G was synthesized as a heterogeneous EF catalyst by incorporating Pt single atoms into a FeOX nanocrystal. The optimized Pt1-FeOX/G cathode exhibited an SDZ conversion of >90% within 30 min over a broad pH range (3-11). The Pt1-FeOX/G cathode under a strong alkaline medium exhibited very prominent selectivity to H2O2 via 2e- oxygen reduction reaction with a maximum H2O2 concentration of 211.93 mg L-1. The hydroxyl radicals in the cathodic chamber were mainly derived from the in situ conversion of generated H2O2 in the heterogeneous EF system. The structure-activity results of Pt-FeOX/G suggested that the SDZ removal efficiency was closely related to the decentralized morphology and electronic configuration of the Pt-FeOX microcrystalline structure. Three possible SDZ degradation pathways, dominated by S-N bond cleavage, were proposed based on the stage products. The toxicity of the major products was determined using the ecological structure-activity relationship model in conjunction with trophic aquatic organisms. This study demonstrated the feasibility of enhancing heterogeneous EF catalysis for antibiotic-polluted water using multifunctional single-atom alloy cathodes.
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- Xiaozhe Song
- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250353, PR China.
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250353, PR China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250353, PR China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250353, PR China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250353, PR China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250353, PR China.
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250353, PR China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250353, PR China.
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Liu X, Hao Z, Fang C, Pang K, Yan J, Huang Y, Huang D, Astruc D. Using waste to treat waste: facile synthesis of hollow carbon nanospheres from lignin for water decontamination. Chem Sci 2023; 15:204-212. [PMID: 38131073 PMCID: PMC10732141 DOI: 10.1039/d3sc05275c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2023] [Accepted: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
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Lignin, the most abundant natural material, is considered as a low-value commercial biomass waste from paper mills and wineries. In an effort to turn biomass waste into a highly valuable material, herein, a new-type of hollow carbon nanospheres (HCNs) is designed and synthesized by pyrolysis of biomass dealkali lignin, as an efficient nanocatalyst for the elimination of antibiotics in complex water matrices. Detailed characterization shows that HCNs possess a hollow nanosphere structure, with abundant graphitic C/N and surface N and O-containing functional groups favorable for peroxydisulfate (PDS) activation. Among them, HCN-500 provides the maximum degradation rate (95.0%) and mineralization efficiency (74.4%) surpassing those of most metal-based advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) in the elimination of oxytetracycline (OTC). Density functional theory (DFT) calculations and high-resolution mass spectroscopy (HR-MS) were employed to reveal the possible degradation pathway of OTC elimination. In addition, the HCN-500/PDS system is also successfully applied to real antibiotics removal in complex water matrices (e.g. river water and tap water), with excellent catalytic performances.
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- Xiang Liu
- Engineering Research Center of Eco-Environment in Three Gorges Reservoir Region of Ministry of Education, College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University Yichang Hubei 443002 China
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- Engineering Research Center of Eco-Environment in Three Gorges Reservoir Region of Ministry of Education, College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University Yichang Hubei 443002 China
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- Engineering Research Center of Eco-Environment in Three Gorges Reservoir Region of Ministry of Education, College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University Yichang Hubei 443002 China
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- Engineering Research Center of Eco-Environment in Three Gorges Reservoir Region of Ministry of Education, College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University Yichang Hubei 443002 China
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- Engineering Research Center of Eco-Environment in Three Gorges Reservoir Region of Ministry of Education, College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University Yichang Hubei 443002 China
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- Engineering Research Center of Eco-Environment in Three Gorges Reservoir Region of Ministry of Education, College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University Yichang Hubei 443002 China
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- Engineering Research Center of Eco-Environment in Three Gorges Reservoir Region of Ministry of Education, College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University Yichang Hubei 443002 China
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- Engineering Research Center of Eco-Environment in Three Gorges Reservoir Region of Ministry of Education, College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University Yichang Hubei 443002 China
- ISM, UMR CNRS N°5255, Université de Bordeaux 351 Cours de la Libération, 33405 Talence Cedex France
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Wu J, Xu Z, Yao K, Wang Z, Li R, Zuo L, Liu G, Feng Y. Efficient degradation and detoxification of antibiotic Fosfomycin by UV irradiation in the presence of persulfate. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2023; 905:167249. [PMID: 37739086 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.167249] [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: 04/30/2023] [Revised: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 09/20/2023] [Indexed: 09/24/2023]
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Fosfomycin (FOS) as a widely used antibiotic has been found in abundance throughout the environment, but little effort has been devoted to its treatment. In this study, we systemically looked into the degradation of FOS by ultraviolet-activated persulfate (UV/PS) in aqueous solutions. Our findings demonstrated that FOS can be degraded efficiently under the UV/PS, e.g., >90 % of FOS was degraded with 19,200 mJ cm-2 of UV irradiance and 20 μM of PS. HO was the dominant radical responsible for FOS degradation. FOS degradation increased as PS dosage increased, and higher degradation efficiency was observed at neutral pH. Natural water constitutes either promoted (e.g., Cu2+, Fe3+, and SO42-) or inhibited (e.g., humic acid, HCO3-, and CO32-) FOS degradation to varying degrees. Hydroxyl substitution, CP bond cleavage, and coupling reactions were the major degradation pathways for FOS degradation. Finally, the toxicity evaluation revealed that FOS was toxic to E. coli and S. aureus, but the toxicity of the intermediate products of FOS to E. coli and S. aureus rapidly decreased over time after UV/PS treatment. Therefore, these findings provided a fundamental understanding of the transformation process of FOS and supplied useful information for the environmental elimination of FOS contamination and its toxicity.
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- Jingyi Wu
- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Catalysis and Health Risk Control, School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Institute of Environmental Health and Pollution Control, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Catalysis and Health Risk Control, School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Institute of Environmental Health and Pollution Control, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Catalysis and Health Risk Control, School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Institute of Environmental Health and Pollution Control, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- Institute of Environmental Research at Greater Bay, Key Laboratory for Water Quality and Conservation of the Pearl River Delta, Ministry of Education, Guangzhou Key Laboratory for Clean Energy and Materials, Guangzhou University, Guangzhou 510006, China.
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Guangdong University of Petrochemical Technology, Maoming 525000, China
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- Analysis and Test Center, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Catalysis and Health Risk Control, School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Institute of Environmental Health and Pollution Control, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Catalysis and Health Risk Control, School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Institute of Environmental Health and Pollution Control, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, China.
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Jiang Y, Yu Z, Lv Y, Li X, Lin C, Ye X, Yang G, Liu Y, Dai L, Liu M, Ruan R. Insights to PFOS elimination with peroxydisulfate activation mediated by boron modified Fe/C catalysts: Enhancing mechanism of boron and PFOS degradation pathway. J Colloid Interface Sci 2023; 652:1743-1755. [PMID: 37672977 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2023.08.198] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2023] [Revised: 08/24/2023] [Accepted: 08/31/2023] [Indexed: 09/08/2023]
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In this study, the boron-doped iron-carbon composite (Fe@B/C-2) was prepared via a simple solvothermal and secondary calcination process by using iron metal-organic frameworks (Fe-MOFs) as precursor. The obtained Fe@B/C-2 possessed abundant active sites and low iron ion leaching, and exhibited excellent performance on peroxydisulfate (PDS) activation for efficient PFOS (10 mg/L) degradation (94 %) in 60 min, with 0.2 g/L of catalyst dosage, 1.0 g/L of PDS dosage and at 5.0 of initial pH. The radical scavenging and electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) tests demonstrated that SO4·- and ·OH were the primary active species during PFOS elimination. Under the attack of these species, PFOS was first transformed into PFOA, followed by a sequential defluorination process, and lastly mineralized into CO2 and F-. Notably, DFT results revealed that Fe species, -BC3/-BC2O structures on the carbon matrix performed crucial roles in PDS activation. The extraordinary catalytic activity of Fe@B/C-2 was attributable to the synergistic effects of Fe nanoparticles and the B-doped on carbon matrix. The doped B not only could activate the inert carbon skeleton and provided more catalytic centers, but also could accelerate the electron transfer efficiency, leading to a boost in PDS decomposition.
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- Yanting Jiang
- Fujian Provincial Engineering Research Center of Rural Waste Recycling Technology, College of Environment & Safety Engineering, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou 350116, China.
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- Fujian Provincial Engineering Research Center of Rural Waste Recycling Technology, College of Environment & Safety Engineering, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou 350116, China.
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- Fujian Provincial Engineering Research Center of Rural Waste Recycling Technology, College of Environment & Safety Engineering, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou 350116, China.
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- Fujian Provincial Engineering Research Center of Rural Waste Recycling Technology, College of Environment & Safety Engineering, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou 350116, China.
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- Fujian Provincial Engineering Research Center of Rural Waste Recycling Technology, College of Environment & Safety Engineering, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou 350116, China.
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- Fujian Provincial Engineering Research Center of Rural Waste Recycling Technology, College of Environment & Safety Engineering, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou 350116, China.
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- Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Ecology-Toxicological Effects & Control for Emerging Contaminants, Putian University, Putian 351100, China.
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- Fujian Provincial Engineering Research Center of Rural Waste Recycling Technology, College of Environment & Safety Engineering, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou 350116, China; Indoor Environment Engineering Research Center of Fujian Province, Fujian University of Technology, Fuzhou 350118, China.
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- Center for Biorefining, and Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering, University of Minnesota Twin Cities, St. Paul, MN 55108, United States of America.
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- Fujian Provincial Engineering Research Center of Rural Waste Recycling Technology, College of Environment & Safety Engineering, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou 350116, China; Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Ecology-Toxicological Effects & Control for Emerging Contaminants, Putian University, Putian 351100, China.
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- Center for Biorefining, and Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering, University of Minnesota Twin Cities, St. Paul, MN 55108, United States of America.
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Chen Y, Shi R, Hu Y, Xu W, Zhu NM, Xie H. Alkali-thermal activated persulfate treatment of tetrabromobisphenol A in soil: Parameter optimization, mechanism, degradation pathway and toxicity evaluation. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2023; 903:166477. [PMID: 37625715 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.166477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2023] [Revised: 08/15/2023] [Accepted: 08/19/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023]
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The continued accumulation of halogenated organic pollutants in soil posed a potential threat to ecosystems and human health. In this study, tetrabromobisphenol A (TBBPA) was used as a typical representative of halogenated organic pollutants in soil, for alkali-thermal activated persulfate (PS) treatment. The results of response surface methodology (RSM) showed a optimal debromination efficiency of TBBPA was 88.99 % under the optimum reaction conditions. Quenching experiments and electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) confirmed that SO4-•, HO•, O2-• and 1O2 existed simultaneously in the oxidation process. SO4-• played a major role in the initial stage of the reaction, and O2-• played a major role in the the last stage. Based on density functional theory (DFT) and intermediate products, two degradation pathways were proposed, including debromination reaction and β bond scission. Moreover, the basic physical and chemical properties of the soil were affected to a certain extent, while the soil surface structure, elements and functional group composition rarely changed. In addition, the T.E.S.T. analysis and biotoxicity tests proved that alkali-thermal activated PS can effectively reduce the toxicity of TBBPA-contaminated soil, which is conducive to the subsequent safe secondary utilization of soil.
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- Yushuang Chen
- College of Ecology and Environment, Chengdu University of Technology, Chengdu, 610059, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Geohazard Prevention and Geoenvironment Protection, Chengdu University of Technology, Chengdu, 610059, China; State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Synergetic Control and Joint Remediation for Soil & Water Pollution, Chengdu University of Technology, Chengdu, 610059, China; College of Ecology and Environment, Chengdu University of Technology, Chengdu, 610059, China.
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- College of Ecology and Environment, Chengdu University of Technology, Chengdu, 610059, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Geohazard Prevention and Geoenvironment Protection, Chengdu University of Technology, Chengdu, 610059, China; State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Synergetic Control and Joint Remediation for Soil & Water Pollution, Chengdu University of Technology, Chengdu, 610059, China; College of Ecology and Environment, Chengdu University of Technology, Chengdu, 610059, China
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- Biogas Institute of Ministry of Agriculture, Key Laboratory of Development and Application of Rural Renewable Energy, Ministry of Agriculture, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- Hangzhou Yanqu Information Technology Co., Ltd, Hangzhou, 310003, China
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Li R, Lu X, Gao J, Chen Y, Pan S. Activation of Peracetic Acid by CoFe 2O 4 for Efficient Degradation of Ofloxacin: Reactive Species and Mechanism. Molecules 2023; 28:7906. [PMID: 38067634 PMCID: PMC10708156 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28237906] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2023] [Revised: 11/26/2023] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023] Open
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Peroxyacetic acid (PAA)-based advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) have attracted much attention in wastewater treatment by reason of high selectivity, long half-life reactive oxygen species (ROS), and wider applicability. In this study, cobalt ferrite (CoFe2O4) was applied to activate PAA for the removal of ofloxacin (OFX). The degradation of OFX could reach 83.0% via the CoFe2O4/PAA system under neutral conditions. The low concentration of co-existing anions and organic matter displayed negligible influence on OFX removal. The contributions of hydroxyl radicals (·OH), organic radicals (R-O·), and other reactive species to OFX degradation in CoFe2O4/PAA were systematically evaluated. Organic radicals (especially CH3C(O)OO·) and singlet oxygen (1O2) were verified to be the main reactive species leading to OFX destruction. The Co(II)/Co(III) redox cycle occurring on the surface of CoFe2O4 played a significant role in PAA activation. The catalytic performance of CoFe2O4 remained above 80% after five cycles. Furthermore, the ecotoxicity of OFX was reduced after treatment with the CoFe2O4/PAA system. This study will facilitate further research and development of the CoFe2O4/PAA system as a new strategy for wastewater treatment.
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, China; (R.L.); (X.L.); (J.G.); (Y.C.)
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Zong Z, Gilbert E, Wong CCY, Usadi L, Qin Y, Huang Y, Raymond J, Hankins N, Kwan J. Efficient sonochemical catalytic degradation of tetracycline using TiO 2 fractured nanoshells. ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY 2023; 101:106669. [PMID: 37925913 PMCID: PMC10632962 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2023.106669] [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: 08/27/2023] [Revised: 10/17/2023] [Accepted: 10/27/2023] [Indexed: 11/07/2023]
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Overexposure to antibiotics originating in wastewater has profound environmental and health implications. Conventional treatment methods are not fully effective in removing certain antibiotics, such as the commonly used antibiotic, tetracycline, leading to its accumulation in water catchments. Alternative antibiotic removal strategies are garnering attention, including sonocatalytic oxidative processes. In this work, we investigated the degradation of tetracycline using a combination of TiO2 fractured nanoshells (TFNs) and an advanced sonochemical reactor design. The study encompassed an examination of multiple process parameters to understand their effects on the degradation of tetracycline. These included tetracycline adsorption on TFNs, reaction time, initial tetracycline concentration, solvent pH, acoustic pressure amplitude, number of acoustic cycles, catalyst dosage, TFNs' reusability, and the impact of adjuvants such as light and H2O2. Though TFNs adsorbed tetracycline, the addition of ultrasound was able to degrade tetracycline completely (with 100% degradation) within six minutes. Under the optimal operating conditions, the proposed sonocatalytic system consumed 80% less energy compared to the values reported in recently published sonocatalytic research. It also had the lowest CO2 footprint when compared to the other sono-/photo-based technologies. This study suggests that optimizing the reaction system and operating the reaction under low power and at a lower duty cycle are effective in achieving efficient cavitation for sonocatalytic reactions.
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- Zhiyuan Zong
- Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3PJ, UK
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- Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3PJ, UK
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- Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3PJ, UK
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- Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3PJ, UK
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- Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3PJ, UK
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- Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3PJ, UK
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- Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3PJ, UK
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- Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3PJ, UK
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- Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3PJ, UK.
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Yao B, Qin T, Zhao C, Zhou Y. Degradation of sulfanilamide in aqueous solution by ionizing radiation: Performance and mechanism. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (BARKING, ESSEX : 1987) 2023; 338:122681. [PMID: 37802288 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2023.122681] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2023] [Revised: 09/22/2023] [Accepted: 10/01/2023] [Indexed: 10/08/2023]
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Sulfonamide (SA) is an emerging contaminants and the efficient treatment of SA containing wastewater remains a challenge. Herein, SA degradation by gamma irradiation has been systematacially studied. SA (10 mg/L) could be totally removed with 1.5 kGy irradiation. Quenching experiments demonstrated that •OH and eaq- were the predominant for SA degradation. SA degradation was reduced with initial concentration increasing, and the removal was faster with pH increasing in the range of 3.1-10.8. The coexisting matters affected SA degradation through changing reactive species, and the introduction of SO42- and Cl- enhanced SA degradation, while CO32- had a negative impact on SA degradation, and the degradation was insignificantly affected when adding humic acid. Gamma irradiation could remain effective in real water matrixes. In conjunction with LC-MS analysis and DFT calculation, possible degradation pathways for SA were proposed. Gamma irradiation could reduce the toxicity of SA, while several byproducts with more toxic were also formed. Furthermore, gamma/priodate (PI) process was promising to enhance SA degradation and mineralization. k value increased by 1.85 times, and mineralization rate increased from 19.51% to 79.19% when adding PI. This study suggested that ionizing radiation was efficient to eliminate SA in wastewater.
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- Bin Yao
- Hunan International Scientific and Technological Cooperation Base of Agricultural Typical Pollution Remediation and Wetland Protection, College of Environment and Ecology, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, 410128, China
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- Hunan International Scientific and Technological Cooperation Base of Agricultural Typical Pollution Remediation and Wetland Protection, College of Environment and Ecology, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, 410128, China
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- Hunan Institute of Nuclear Agricultural Science and Space Breeding, Hunan Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Changsha, 410125, China
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- Hunan International Scientific and Technological Cooperation Base of Agricultural Typical Pollution Remediation and Wetland Protection, College of Environment and Ecology, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, 410128, China.
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Zheng J, Zhang P, Li X, Ge L, Niu J. Insight into typical photo-assisted AOPs for the degradation of antibiotic micropollutants: Mechanisms and research gaps. CHEMOSPHERE 2023; 343:140211. [PMID: 37739134 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2023.140211] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2023] [Revised: 09/15/2023] [Accepted: 09/17/2023] [Indexed: 09/24/2023]
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Due to the incomplete elimination by traditional wastewater treatment, antibiotics are becoming emerging contaminants, which are proved to be ubiquitous and promote bacterial resistance in the aquatic systems. Antibiotic pollution has raised particular concerns, calling for improved methods to clean wastewater and water. Photo-assisted advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) have attracted increasing attention because of the fast reaction rate, high oxidation capacity and low selectivity to remove antibiotics from wastewater. On the basis of latest literature, we found some new breakthroughs in the degradation mechanisms of antibiotic micropollutants with respect to the AOPs. Therefore, this paper summarizes and highlights the degradation kinetics, pathways and mechanisms of antibiotics degraded by the photo-assisted AOPs, including the UV/O3 process, photo-Fenton technology, and photocatalysis. In the processes, functional groups are attacked by hydroxyl radicals, and major structures are destroyed subsequently, which depends on the classes of antibiotics. Meanwhile, their basic principles, current applications and influencing factors are briefly discussed. The main challenges, prospects, and recommendations for the improvement of photo-assisted AOPs are proposed to better remove antibiotics from wastewater.
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- Jinshuai Zheng
- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an, 710021, PR China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an, 710021, PR China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an, 710021, PR China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an, 710021, PR China; Lancaster Environment Centre, Lancaster University, Lancaster, LA1 4YQ, United Kingdom.
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, North China Electric Power University, Beijing, 102206, PR China.
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Su C, Tang C, Sun Z, Hu X. Mechanisms of interaction between metal-organic framework-based material and persulfate in degradation of organic contaminants (OCs): Activation, reactive oxygen generation, conversion, and oxidation. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2023; 347:119089. [PMID: 37783089 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2023.119089] [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: 05/30/2023] [Revised: 08/11/2023] [Accepted: 09/01/2023] [Indexed: 10/04/2023]
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Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs)-based materials have been of great public interest in persulfate (PS)-based catalytic oxidation for wastewater purification, because of their excellent performance and selectiveness in organic contaminants (OCs) removal in complex water environments. The formation, fountainhead and reaction mechanism of reactive oxygen species (ROSs) in PS-based catalytic oxidation are crucial for understanding the principles of PS activation and the degradation mechanism of OCs. In the paper, we presented the quantitative structure-activity relationship (QSAR) of MOFs-based materials for PS activation, including the relationship of structure and removal efficiency, active sites and ROSs as well as OCs. In various MOFs-based materials, there are many factors will affect their performances. We discussed how various surface modification projects affected the characteristics of MOFs-based materials used in PS activation. Moreover, we revealed the process of ROSs generation by active sites and the oxidation of OCs by ROSs from the micro level. At the end of this review, we putted forward an outlook on the development trends and faced challenges of MOFs for PS-based catalytic oxidation. Generally, this review aims to clarify the formation mechanisms of ROSs via the active sites on the MOFs and the reaction mechanism between ROSs and OCs, which is helpful for reader to better understand the QSAR in various MOFs/PS systems.
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- Chenxin Su
- Research Group of Water Pollution Control and Water Reclamation, College of Chemical Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, PR China
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- Research Group of Water Pollution Control and Water Reclamation, College of Chemical Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, PR China
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- Faculty of Environment and Life, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing 100124, PR China
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- Research Group of Water Pollution Control and Water Reclamation, College of Chemical Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, PR China.
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Song T, Gao Y, Wei H, Zhao Y, Li S, Jiang Y. The utilization of microwaves in revitalizing peroxymonosulfate for tetracycline decomposition: optimization via response surface methodology. WATER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY : A JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION ON WATER POLLUTION RESEARCH 2023; 88:2986-2995. [PMID: 38096083 PMCID: wst_2023_375 DOI: 10.2166/wst.2023.375] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2023]
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Antibiotic contamination in water has received significant attention in recent years for the reason that the residuals of antibiotics can promote the progression of antibiotic-resistant bacteria (ARB) and antibiotic-resistant genes (ARGs). It is difficult to treat antibiotics using conventional biological treatment methods. In order to investigate an efficient new method of treating antibiotics in water, in this study, microwave (MW) was employed in revitalizing peroxymonosulfate (PMS) to treat typical antibiotic tetracycline (TC). The Box-Behnken design (BBD) was applied to organize the experimental schemes. The response surface methodology (RSM) optimization was run to derive the best experimental conditions and validated using actual data. Moreover, the main mechanisms of PMS activation via MW were resolved. The results demonstrated that the relationship between TC removal rate and influencing factors was consistent with a quadratic model, where the P-value was less than 0.05, and the model was considered significant. The optimal condition resulting from the model optimization were power = 800 W, [PMS] = 0.4 mM, and pH = 6.0. Under such conditions, the actual removal of TC was 99.3%, very close to the predicted value of 99%. The quenching experiment confirmed that SO4•- and •OH were jointly responsible for TC removal.
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- Tiehong Song
- Urban Construction College, Changchun University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, Changchun 130600, China E-mail: ;
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- College of Civil Engineering and Architecture, Liaoning University of Technology, Jinzhou 121001, China
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- Urban Construction College, Changchun University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, Changchun 130600, China
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- Urban Construction College, Changchun University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, Changchun 130600, China
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- Urban Construction College, Changchun University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, Changchun 130600, China
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- Key Lab of Songliao Aquatic Environment, Ministry of Education, Jilin Jianzhu University, Changchun 130118, China
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Liu S, Zhang Z, Lu R, Mao Y, Ge H, Liu C, Tian C, Yin S, Feng L, Liu Y, Chen C, Zhang L. O 2 plasma-modified carbon nanotube for sulfamethoxazole degradation via peroxymonosulfate activation: Synergism of radical and non-radical pathways boosting water decontamination and detoxification. CHEMOSPHERE 2023; 344:140214. [PMID: 37739128 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2023.140214] [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: 07/04/2023] [Revised: 09/15/2023] [Accepted: 09/18/2023] [Indexed: 09/24/2023]
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Sulfamethoxazole (SMX), a widely used antibiotic, has triggered increasing attention due to its extensive detection in wastewater effluent, causing serious ecological threats. Herein, a carbon-based heterogeneous catalyst was developed by the O2 plasma-etching process, regulating oxygen-containing functional groups (OFGs) and defects of carbon nanotubes (O-CNT) to activate peroxymonosulfate (PMS) for highly efficient SMX abatement. Through adjusting the etching time, the desired active sites (i.e., C=O and defects) could be rationally created. Experiments collectively suggested that the degradation of SMX was owing to the contribution of synergism by radical (•OH (17.3%) and SO4•- (39.3%)) and non-radical pathways (1O2, 43.4%), which originated from PMS catalyzed by C=O and defects. In addition, the possible degradation products and transformation pathways of SMX in the system were inferred by combining the Fukui function calculations and the LC-MS/MS analysis. And the possible degradation pathway was effective in reducing the environmental toxicity of SMX, as evidenced by the T.E.S.T. software and the micronucleus experiment on Vicia faba root tip. Also, the catalytic system exhibited excellent performance for different antibiotics removal, such as amoxicillin (AMX), carbamazepine (CBZ) and isopropylphenazone (PRP). This study is expected to provide an alternative strategy for antibiotics removal in water decontamination and detoxification.
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- Shiqi Liu
- Beijing Key Lab for Source Control Technology of Water Pollution, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, 100083, China; Engineering Research Center for Water Pollution Source Control & Eco-remediation, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, 100083, China.
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- State Key Joint Laboratory of Environment Simulation and Pollution Control, School of Environment, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 100084, China
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- Beijing Key Lab for Source Control Technology of Water Pollution, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, 100083, China; Engineering Research Center for Water Pollution Source Control & Eco-remediation, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, 100083, China
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- Technical Center of Solid Waste and Chemicals Management, Ministry of Ecology and Environment, Beijin, 100029, China
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- Technical Center of Solid Waste and Chemicals Management, Ministry of Ecology and Environment, Beijin, 100029, China
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- Beijing Key Lab for Source Control Technology of Water Pollution, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, 100083, China; Engineering Research Center for Water Pollution Source Control & Eco-remediation, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, 100083, China
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- Beijing Key Lab for Source Control Technology of Water Pollution, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, 100083, China; Engineering Research Center for Water Pollution Source Control & Eco-remediation, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, 100083, China
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- Beijing Key Lab for Source Control Technology of Water Pollution, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, 100083, China; Engineering Research Center for Water Pollution Source Control & Eco-remediation, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, 100083, China
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- Beijing Key Lab for Source Control Technology of Water Pollution, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, 100083, China; Engineering Research Center for Water Pollution Source Control & Eco-remediation, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, 100083, China.
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- Beijing Key Lab for Source Control Technology of Water Pollution, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, 100083, China; Engineering Research Center for Water Pollution Source Control & Eco-remediation, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, 100083, China.
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- State Key Joint Laboratory of Environment Simulation and Pollution Control, School of Environment, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 100084, China
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- Beijing Key Lab for Source Control Technology of Water Pollution, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, 100083, China; Engineering Research Center for Water Pollution Source Control & Eco-remediation, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, 100083, China
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Cavazos-Cuello LA, Dávila-Guzmán NE, Botello-González J, Ocampo-Pérez R, Leura-Vicencio AK, Salazar Rábago JJ. Mechanistic evaluation in the removal of chlorpheniramine and ciprofloxacin on activated carbons. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2023; 238:117196. [PMID: 37778603 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.117196] [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: 03/01/2023] [Revised: 09/21/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 10/03/2023]
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Chlorpheniramine (CPM) and Ciprofloxacin (CIP) adsorption onto a granular (GAC) and pelletized activated carbon (PAC) analyzing the physicochemical mechanisms involved using the carbon's characterization were studied. Adsorption isotherm studies were performed at temperatures of 25 °C at pH values of 4, 7 and 9 and at 45 °C at a pH of 7. The characterization demonstrated that GAC has a predominantly acid character due to its predominantly negative surface charge and acidic site concentration alongside the characteristic bands detected in the X-ray Photoemission Spectroscopy (XPS) study. On the other hand, PAC presented a mostly basic character due to its positive surface charge and basic site concentrations. The adsorption isotherm studies demonstrated that the Freundlich isotherm better described the equilibrium data with an average deviation percentage of 7.45 and 6.74 for GAC and PAC. The temperature and desorption studies demonstrated that the adsorption process occurs through a chemisorption mechanism, and the pH study alongside the GAC and PAC characterization demonstrated that the mechanisms involved are a combination of electrostatic interactions and pi-pi interactions between the CPM and CIP molecules and the carbon's surface. These results demonstrate that the adsorption process of these pharmaceutical compounds is done through a combination of physical and chemical interactions.
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- Luis Alfonso Cavazos-Cuello
- Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Av. Universidad S/N, Cd. Universitaria, San Nicolás de los Garza, N.L., 66455, Mexico.
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- Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Av. Universidad S/N, Cd. Universitaria, San Nicolás de los Garza, N.L., 66455, Mexico.
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- Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Av. Universidad S/N, Cd. Universitaria, San Nicolás de los Garza, N.L., 66455, Mexico.
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- Centro de Investigación y Estudios de Posgrado, Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí, Av. Dr. Manuel Nava, San Luis Potosí, S.L.P., 78210, Mexico.
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- Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Av. Universidad S/N, Cd. Universitaria, San Nicolás de los Garza, N.L., 66455, Mexico.
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- Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Av. Universidad S/N, Cd. Universitaria, San Nicolás de los Garza, N.L., 66455, Mexico.
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Chen Y, Yang Z, Cui J, Wu Y, Zhang X, Liu X. Peroxymonosulfate Activation by Cu-OMS-2 Nanofibers for Efficient Degradation of N-Containing Heterocycles in Aquatic Solution. LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2023; 39:16954-16964. [PMID: 37967372 DOI: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.3c02819] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2023]
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In this research, the degradation of different types of N-containing heterocycle (NHC) contaminants by Cu-OMS-2 via peroxymonosulfate (PMS) activation in an aqueous environment was investigated. First, the effects of different reaction parameters were optimized using benzotriazole (BTR) as the model contaminant, and the optimal reaction conditions were 8 mM PMS, 0.35 g/L Cu-OMS-2, and 30 °C. Nine different types of NHC contaminants were effectively degraded under these reaction conditions, and the degradation efficiencies and the mineralization rates of those NHCs were more than 68 and 46%, respectively. Moreover, the Cu-OMS-2/PMS process presented excellent performance at a wide pH ranging from 3.0 to 11.0 and in the presence of some representative anions (NO3- and SO42-) and dissolved organic matter (fumaric acid). The inhibition sequence of anions on BTR removal during the Cu-OMS-2/PMS process was H2PO4- > HCO3- > Cl- > CO32- > NO3- > SO42-. It was also found that 74.5 and 71.3% BTR degradation rates were achieved in actual water bodies, such as tap water and Yellow River water, respectively. Besides, the Cu-OMS-2 heterogeneous catalyst had excellent stability and reusability, and the degradation rate of BTR was still at 77.0% after 5 cycles. Finally, electron paramagnetic resonance analysis and scavenging tests showed that 1O2 and SO4- • were the primary reactive oxygen species. Accordingly, Cu-OMS-2 nanomaterial was an efficient and sustainable heterogeneous catalyst to activate PMS for the decontamination of BTR in water remediation.
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- Yongxin Chen
- Northwest Institute of Eco-Environment and Resources, Chinese Academy of Sciences/Key Laboratory of Petroleum Resources, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, People's Republic of China
- Key Laboratory of Strategic Mineral Resources of the Upper Yellow River, Ministry of Natural Resources, Lanzhou, Gansu 730046, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory for Oxo Synthesis and Selective Oxidation, Lanzhou Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, People's Republic of China
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- Research Institute of Exploration and Development, Qinghai Oilfield Company, PetroChina, Dunhuang, Gansu 736202, People's Republic of China
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- Northwest Institute of Eco-Environment and Resources, Chinese Academy of Sciences/Key Laboratory of Petroleum Resources, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, People's Republic of China
- Key Laboratory of Strategic Mineral Resources of the Upper Yellow River, Ministry of Natural Resources, Lanzhou, Gansu 730046, People's Republic of China
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- Northwest Institute of Eco-Environment and Resources, Chinese Academy of Sciences/Key Laboratory of Petroleum Resources, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, People's Republic of China
- Key Laboratory of Strategic Mineral Resources of the Upper Yellow River, Ministry of Natural Resources, Lanzhou, Gansu 730046, People's Republic of China
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- Engineering Research Center of Eco-Environment in Three Gorges Reservoir Region of Ministry of Education, College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, People's Republic of China
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Babu Ponnusami A, Sinha S, Ashokan H, V Paul M, Hariharan SP, Arun J, Gopinath KP, Hoang Le Q, Pugazhendhi A. Advanced oxidation process (AOP) combined biological process for wastewater treatment: A review on advancements, feasibility and practicability of combined techniques. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2023; 237:116944. [PMID: 37611785 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.116944] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2023] [Revised: 08/15/2023] [Accepted: 08/19/2023] [Indexed: 08/25/2023]
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Complexity of wastewater is the most challenging phenomenon on successful degradation of pollutant via any wastewater treatment regime. Upon availability of numerous techniques, Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOP) is the most promising technique for treating industrial wastewater. Higher operating cost is the most promising factor that possess challenge for the industrial scale usage of the AOP process. Combination of biological process with AOP helps in achieving sustainable degradation of toxic pollutant in the wastewater. AOP result in complete or partial degradation of toxic emerging pollutants with the help of free radicals like hydroxyl, superoxide, hydroperoxyl and sulphate radicals. In addition to this the presence of bio-enzymes and microorganisms helps in sustainable degradation of pollutant in an economical and environmentally friendly strategy. In this review, a detailed discussion was conducted on various AOP, focusing on catalytic ozonation, electrochemical oxidation, Sono chemical and photocatalytic processes. With the need for sustainable solutions for wastewater treatment, the use of AOP in conjunction with biological process has innumerous opportunities for not only wastewater treatment but also the production of high value by-products. Further, the effect of AOP combined biological processes needs to be analyzed in real time for the different concentration of industrial wastewater and their benefits needs to be explored in future towards achieving SDGs.
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- A Babu Ponnusami
- School of Chemical Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore - 632 014, Tamilnadu , India
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore - 632 014, Tamilnadu , India
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore - 632 014, Tamilnadu , India
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore - 632 014, Tamilnadu , India
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore - 632 014, Tamilnadu , India
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- Centre for Waste Management, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR), Jeppiaar Nagar, Chennai, 600119, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Mohamed Sathak Engineering College, Sathak Nagar, SH 49, Keelakarai, Tamil Nadu 623806
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- School of Medicine and Pharmacy, Duy Tan University, Da Nang, Vietnam; Institute of Research and Development, Duy Tan University, Da Nang, Vietnam
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- School of Medicine and Pharmacy, Duy Tan University, Da Nang, Vietnam; Institute of Research and Development, Duy Tan University, Da Nang, Vietnam.
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Rossi L, Villabrille PI, Marino DJ, Rosso JA, Caregnato P. Degradation of carbamazepine in surface water: performance of Pd-modified TiO 2 and Ce-modified ZnO as photocatalysts. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2023; 30:116078-116090. [PMID: 37906333 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-30531-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2023] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 11/02/2023]
Abstract
Carbamazepine is a widely used antiepileptic drug to control and treat a variety of disorders that is frequently detected in surface water, and in municipal and urban wastewater. This recalcitrant pollutant could be removed by alternative advanced oxidation technology such as heterogeneous photocatalysis. Ce-modified ZnO and Pd-modified TiO2 were synthesized by a microwave-assisted sol-gel method. According to the characterizations (Raman spectroscopy, UV-Vis diffuse reflectance spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy), a mixture of oxides was determined in both materials: CeO2/ZnO and PdO/TiO2. Photocatalytic degradation of carbamazepine in pure water under visible light (3 h) was assayed. The degradation percentage obtained with each catalyst was 80%, 53%, 20%, and 9% for ZnO, Ce-modified ZnO, TiO2, and Pd-modified TiO2, respectively. The leaching of Zn as a possible source of water contamination was tested, finding the lowest value for Ce-modified ZnO by adjusting the initial pH up to neutrality. Later, an environmentally relevant concentration of carbamazepine (228 µg L-1) was assayed, using local surface water (pH = 8.3). Despite the presence of other compounds in the real water matrix, after 5 h of photocatalysis, a 56% of degradation of the pharmaceutical and low leaching of Zn were achieved. The use of Ce-modified ZnO activated by visible light is a promising strategy for the abatement of pharmaceutical active compounds.
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Affiliation(s)
- Lucía Rossi
- Centro de Investigación y Desarrollo en Ciencias Aplicadas "Dr. Jorge J. Ronco" (CINDECA), Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Universidad Nacional de La Plata, CCT La Plata-CONICET, CICPBA, La Plata, Argentina
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- Centro de Investigación y Desarrollo en Ciencias Aplicadas "Dr. Jorge J. Ronco" (CINDECA), Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Universidad Nacional de La Plata, CCT La Plata-CONICET, CICPBA, La Plata, Argentina
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- Centro de Investigaciones del Medio Ambiente (CIM), Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Universidad Nacional de La Plata, CCT La Plata-CONICET, La Plata, Argentina
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- Instituto de Investigaciones Fisicoquímicas Teóricas y Aplicadas (INIFTA), Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Universidad Nacional de La Plata, CCT La Plata-CONICET, C.C. 16, Suc. 4, 1900, La Plata, Argentina
| | - Paula Caregnato
- Instituto de Investigaciones Fisicoquímicas Teóricas y Aplicadas (INIFTA), Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Universidad Nacional de La Plata, CCT La Plata-CONICET, C.C. 16, Suc. 4, 1900, La Plata, Argentina.
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