Response surface method-driven design of experiments for the synthesis of fly ash-based geopolymers in the gallic acid optimized removal from wastewater by Ana Paula Ferreira, Ana Paula S. Natal, Arthur P. Baldo, Adriano S. Silva, Jose L. Diaz de Tuesta, Pricila Marin, José A. Peres, Helder T. Gomes

“…This study focuses on optimizing the synthesis of geopolymers based on fly ash using a Box-Behnken experimental design to enhance their adsorption efficiency for phenolic compounds, as gallic acid model pollutant which are widely found in wastewater leaching from landfills. …”
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Physicochemical Study of Photocatalytic Activity of TiO2 Supported Palygorskite Clay Mineral by Lahcen Bouna, Benaissa Rhouta, Francis Maury

“…This study deals with the influence of physicochemical parameters, namely, the photocatalyst loading, dye concentration, and pH of polluted solutions, on the degradation efficiency of Orange G (OG) solutions containing TiO2 nanoparticles supported on palygorskite clay mineral (TiO2-Pal). …”
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Towards the Sustainable Removal of Heavy Metals from Wastewater Using <i>Arthrospira platensis</i>: A Laboratory-Scale Approach in the Context of a Green Circular Economy by Lamprini Malletzidou, Eleni Kyratzopoulou, Nikoletta Kyzaki, Evangelos Nerantzis, Nikolaos A. Kazakis

“…The study shows that <i>A. platensis</i> is considered an effective microalga toward the bioremediation of multi-metal polluted cultures.…”
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Analytical methods for nanomaterials investigation in food and food-related materials by Daniele Passeri, Pierfrancesco Atanasio, Anacleto Proietti, Chiara Mancini, Flavio Cognigni, Giancarlo La Penna, Luca Buccini, Marco Rossi, Anna Chiara Turco, Marilena D'Amato, Angela Sorbo, Simone Dinarelli, Giulia D'Ettorre, Federica Aureli

“…Among them, the characterization of micro- and nano-plastics and some nanosized metallic pollutants using these analytical techniques is discussed.…”
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Assessment of Energy Potential and Benefit under the Ground Source Heat Pump Air Conditioning System in Anqing Area of Eastern China by Qing Zhang, Yunfeng Li, Jian Hua, Xiaonan Niu, Lili Hou, Zongfang Chen, Weiya Ge

“…And the annual emission of carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, suspended dust, and other air pollutants to the atmosphere can be reduced by 1442.5 t, and the solid waste ash and slag can be reduced by 59.7 t. …”
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Role of Microbes and Nanomaterials in the Removal of Pesticides from Wastewater by Arpita Roy, Madhura Roy, Saad Alghamdi, Anas S. Dablool, Angham Ahmed Almakki, Ismat H. Ali, Krishna Kumar Yadav, Md. Rabiul Islam, Marina M. S. Cabral-Pinto

“…Conventional methods possess various limitations; therefore, there is a requirement of an alternative method which can efficiently remove these pollutants from the wastewater. In this review, environmental impacts and health-related complications of pesticides and microbial remediation approaches and use of different nanomaterials in the pesticide removal have been discussed.…”
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Thermal management and biocompatibility in dry machining: An experimental study of ZrO2-based cutting tool for bone machining by Phanindra Addepalli, Worapong Sawangsri, Saiful Anwar Che Ghani

“…Saline irrigation in wet machining helped in reducing temperature peaks, while dry machining had the advantages of not polluting the environment and being cheaper. Due to its low thermal conductivity and hardness, ZrO2 can be used as an effective material for metal tools in surgical operations to minimize thermal effect and increase the tool lifespan.…”
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Improving Photocatalytic Efficiency with Titanium Dioxide Quantum Dots by Nam Duy Dao, Tho Thi Lam, Anh Dieu Van, Ha Thi Thu Vu, Hai Huynh Trung

“…Titanium dioxide quantum dots (TiO2-QDs), synthesized using a microwave-assisted method, represent a significant advancement in photocatalysis, particularly in the treatment of environmental pollutants. This study focuses on TiO2-QDs synthesized at 200°C for a duration of 5 minutes, using titanium butoxide as a precursor. …”
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Loading of Ce and n co-doped TiO2 composites onto modified shell powder synergism of adsorption and photocatalysis phytic acid removal: performance and mechanism by Wei Zhang, Wei Zhang, Wei Zhang, Zheng Wang, Jinkai Shu, Jinkai Shu, Aihe Wang, Aihe Wang, Hai Lin, Xuchao Yan

“…Phytic acid was investigated as an organophosphorus pollutant. Titanium dioxide (TiO2) doped with Ce and N was prepared using the sol-gel method and loaded onto a modified shell power to produce modified shell powder/Ce-N-TiO2 (Msp/CeNT). …”
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Wear surface damage of a Stainless Steel EN 3358 aeronautical component subjected to sliding by Ferdinando Felli, Andrea Brotzu, Cristian Vendittozzi, Antonio Paolozzi, Francesco Passeggio

“…The components of such systems are subject to considerable mechanical stresses in harsh environment (presence of moisture and pollutants, significant and sudden temperature variations). …”
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A georeferenced dataset of heavy metals occurrence in the soils of the Yangtze River Basin, China by Yifan Sun, Dongsheng Liu, Long Xie, Zheng Gao, Qi Zhang, Luqi Wang, Sen Li

“…Abstract Understanding the fine‐scale spatial distribution of heavy metal contamination is crucial for effective environmental capacity control and targeted treatment of polluted areas. This article presents the latest dataset on the occurrence of common heavy metals in the soils of the Yangtze River Basin. …”
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Stabilization effect and mechanism of heavy metals by microbial consortium of phosphate-solubilizing bacteria and urease-producing bacteria by Xuezhe Zhu, Xuezhe Zhu, Xuezhe Zhu, Xuezhe Zhu, Xuezhe Zhu, Xuezhe Zhu, Yupin Zhou, Yupin Zhou, Yupin Zhou, Yupin Zhou, Yupin Zhou, Yupin Zhou, Zhenghao Yan, Yongfang Yan, Shuangquan Li, Shuangquan Li, Shuangquan Li, Shuangquan Li, Shuangquan Li, Mingjiao Yu, Mingjiao Yu, Mingjiao Yu, Mingjiao Yu, Mingjiao Yu, Xiao Yan, Xiao Yan, Xiao Yan, Xiao Yan, Xiao Yan, Mingjiang Zhang, Mingjiang Zhang, Mingjiang Zhang, Mingjiang Zhang, Mingjiang Zhang

“…These findings provide new theoretical support for sustainable remediation and management strategies for composite heavy metal polluted areas.…”
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Cardiotoxicity of polystyrene nanoplastics and associated mechanism of myocardial cell injury in mice by Ziyi Xiong, Qiling Kong, Juan Hua, Qi Chen, Dandan Wang

“…Aims: Nanoplastics (NPs) are emerging organic pollutants generated by plastic degradation and are ubiquitous in the environment. …”
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Study of the Physiological Dynamics of Cadmium Accumulation in Two Varieties of Rice with Different Cadmium-Accumulating Properties by Shangdu Zhang, Xiang Wu, Ju Peng, Xiufei Meng, Bangzhi Shi, Leliang Zhou, Lianyang Bai

“…Therefore, the low Cd rice variety XWX was more suitable for planting safe rice in Cd-polluted paddy fields.…”
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Performance, isotherm, kinetics and mechanism of simultaneous removal of Cr(VI), Cu(II) and F ions by CeO2–MgO binary oxide nanomaterials by Rumman Zaidi, Saif Ullah Khan, Izharul Haq Farooqi, Faheem Ahmed, Abdullah Alsulami, Ameer Azam, Saleh O. Allehabi

“…Abstract This study focuses on the synthesis of a novel Cerium-Magnesium (CeO2-MgO) binary oxide nanomaterials by a simple co-precipitation process and used to remove harmful pollutants such as Cr(VI), Cu(II), and F. The morphology, phase, crystallite size, thermal stability, functional groups, surface area, and porosity of the synthesized nanomaterial were determined by using XRD, SEM, FTIR, TGA/DTA, and BET studies. …”
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Two Birds With One Stone: A Novel Nanocomposite Combining Silicon Nanoparticles and Carbon‐Doped Titania as the Fluorescence Probe and Visible Light Photocatalyst for Simultaneous... by Liyun Ma, Zhi Li, Yiyi Shi, Yuchen Xie, Ming Jiang, Xu Yu, Li Xu

“…Abstract The monitoring and removal of environmental pollutants are vital for the sustainable development of society. …”
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Synthesis and Characterization of Hydroxyapatite- (HAP-) Clay Composites and Adsorption Studies on Methylene Blue for Water Treatment by Ebenezer Annan, Grace Karikari Arkorful, David Sasu Konadu, Bernard Asimeng, David Dodoo-Arhin, Martin Egblewogbe

“…Dyes used by the textile, tannery, and food industries tend to pollute water bodies and must be removed to get clean water. …”
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Synergistic effects of PS-NPs and Cd on ovarian toxicity in adolescent rats: Ferroptosis by induction of mitochondrial redox imbalance via the SIRT3-SOD2/Gpx4 pathway by Hua Wu, Lihua Feng, Huang Wu, Lihong Wang, Hengyi Xu, Fen Fu

“…Nanoplastics (NPs) are an emerging class of pollutants. They can act as a“Trojan horse” to change the bioavailability and toxicity of heavy metals in the environment. …”
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Design and Construction of Ag@MOFs Immobilized PVDF Ultrafiltration Membranes with Anti-bacterial and Antifouling Properties by Wentao Xu, Huaqiang Zhuang, Zehai Xu, Mianli Huang, Shangchan Gao, Qingbiao Li, Guoliang Zhang

“…Meanwhile, the pure water flux of Ag@MOF membranes increased from 85 L/m2 h to 157 L/m2 h, and the maximum membrane flux recovery rate (FRR) of 95.7% was obtained using SA as pollutant, which is attributed to the introduction of Ag@MOF composite material. …”
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Real-World Effectiveness of Portable Air Cleaners in Reducing Home Particulate Matter Concentrations by Frederic T. Lu, Robert J. Laumbach, Alicia Legard, Nirmala T. Myers, Kathleen G. Black, Pamela Ohman-Strickland, Shahnaz Alimokhtari, Adriana de Resende, Leonardo Calderón, Gediminas Mainelis, Howard M. Kipen

“…Abstract Portable air cleaners (PACs) equipped with HEPA filters are gaining attention as cost-effective means of decreasing indoor particulate matter (PM) air pollutants and airborne viruses. However, the performance of PACs in naturalistic settings and spaces beyond the room containing the PAC is not well characterized. …”
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