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Effect of extraction temperature on value-added biopolymer recovery in waste activated sludge

Extraction temperature is one of the basic factors for alginate-like exopolymers (ALE) recovery from waste activated sludge (WAS). Given the rising interest in sustainable resource recovery and the...

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Unveiling the potential health risks induced by photolysis of insect repellents DEET under simulated sunlight

N, N-diethyl-m-toluamide (DEET) is a widely used active ingredient in insect repellents, particularly in areas where mosquitoes are prevalent. Although the photolysis of DEET is inevitably to occur...

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Urchin-like nano lawn of cobalt-iron/nitrogen-carbon activating peroxymonosulfate forced by ultrasonic action: Selective oxidation from pollutant structure

Selective oxidation in heterogeneous activation of persulfate has attracted much interest, however, the current research focuses more on the active species and less on the pollutant structure itself....

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Feature of water: A practical concept in water reuse

The increasing stringency of standards has highlighted challenges in high-standard wastewater treatment and water reuse. Current water quality assessment primarily relies on bulk properties like chemical...

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The operation optimization of multipurpose reservoir between ARIMA, continuous, and Markov Chain models on Jatigede reservoir, Indonesia

The critical challenge in reservoir management is optimizing reservoir volume by balancing inflow and outflow discharges. Achieving this balance is essential not only to meet downstream water demands...

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Core–shell ZnO@ZIF-8-derived nitrogen-doped carbon nanotubes for the effective removal of methyl orange

The nitrogen-doped carbon nanotubes (NC) are synthesized via pyrolysis of zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8) coated on ZnO nanorods, followed by acid etching. Morphological studies reveal that...

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Efficiently optimized multi-fillers for rain gardens: Long-term pollution control performance

Rain gardens play a pivotal role in the infiltration and purification of runoff, with the filler layer being a critical component. However, the selection and configuration of fillers in existing rain...

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Sources of dissolved organic matter in initial rainwater and its photochemical activity

The dissolved organic matter in initial rainwater (RDOM), including soil-dissolved organic matter (SDOM) and water-soluble organic matter (WSOM) in the atmosphere, can potentially mediate the migration...

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Occurrence and ecological risk of microplastics in different mariculture feeds

The pollution of microplastics (MPs) in mariculture animals and its risk to human health remain a growing concern. However, although much attention has been paid to the release of MPs in mariculture...

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Integrated analysis of using high-value microalgae for tetracycline treatment with biomass utilization: Responses, removal pathway, physiological and metabolomic characterization

Antibiotic-contaminated wastewater poses serious threats to the ecological environment. While using microalgae for antibiotic removal has been extensively studied, this study provides a comprehensive...

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Carbon nanomaterials for emerging contaminant remediation: Addressing pharmaceutical pollution in the water cycle with precision

Carbon nanomaterials (CNMs), including carbon nanotubes (CNTs), graphene, and carbon dots (CDs), have emerged as promising solutions for pharmaceutical waste remediation in aquatic environments. CNMs...

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Effectiveness of membrane technologies in removing emerging contaminants from wastewater: Reverse Osmosis and Nanofiltration

Pollution by emerging contaminants represents a serious risk to water quality and public health. This study aimed to conduct a systematic review on the effectiveness of advanced technologies, specifically...

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Hydrochemical studies of groundwater in the Oum Er Rbia region, Morocco

This study investigates the hydrochemical characteristics of groundwater in Morocco, focusing on fifty-six protected dug wells distributed across six distinct regions: Doukkala, Bahira, Tassaout, Beni...

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Examining green and chemical methods for zero-valent iron nanoparticle synthesis in heavy metal adsorption

The increasing concern over heavy metal contamination in water has necessitated the development of sustainable and efficient treatment methods. This study compares two synthesis approaches for zero-valent...

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Exploring the degradation mechanism of bisphenol-A with low Fe2+&H2O2 content and the toxicity evolution of oxidation intermediates

Efficient and cost-effective removal of emerging contaminants from water bodies has become a global priority. This study assessed the degradation efficiency of bisphenol-A (BPA) at varying Fe2+&H2O2...

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Performance of the Cumulative Biotic Index (CBI) and Other Biotic Indices in Assessing Ecological Health of the Upper Citarum River, Indonesia

The macroinvertebrate multimetric concept is widely employed to assess the ecological condition of freshwater ecosystems subjected to anthropogenic pressures. In this study, the Cumulative Biotic Index...

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Fe-Cu-loaded γ-Al2O3 as an efficient heterogeneous Fenton catalyst for the advanced treatment of petrochemical wastewater

A novel Fe-Cu/γ-Al2O3 heterogeneous Fenton catalyst was developed for the degradation of real petrochemical secondary effluent using H2O2 under near-neutral pH conditions (6–8). This approach addresses...

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Seasonal effects of rainfall on characteristics and environment response of dissolved organic matter (DOM) in urban rivers: insights from spectroscopy and machine learning

Urban river dissolved organic matter (DOM) is particularly vulnerable to monsoon climate rainfall impacts, but its mechanism remains unclear. The characteristics and environmental responses of DOM were...

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The impacts of polystyrene microplastics on development, energy transfer and nutrient cycling of biofilms: A comprehensive chronic toxicity study

The escalating prevalence of microplastics (MPs) in aquatic ecosystems is anticipated to exert a significant impact on the growth and development of aquatic biota. Nonetheless, the current body of research...

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Evaluation methods for bacterial inactivation and impairment by nanowire-assisted electroporation

As compared with the conventional electroporation by using plate electrodes with voltages of thousands of volts, nanowire-assisted electroporation (NW-EP) under low-voltage supply has been well demonstrated...

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A Multi-Criteria Approach to Fluvial Flood Vulnerability Assessment: A Case Study of Lower Manya Krobo Municipality

Fluvial flooding predominantly occurs in areas near large water bodies. This study utilized an integrated approach combining Geographic Information System (GIS), Remote Sensing and the Analytic Hierarchy...

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“A Multi-Method Approach to Groundwater Potential Assessment: Integrating Remote Sensing, GIS, and AHP in North Shoa Zone, Ethiopia”

Groundwater is essential for human health, economic development, and ecosystem sustainability, particularly in water-scarce regions. In Ethiopia, it supplies over 70% of the national water demand, yet...

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IDENTIFYING AQUIFER RECHARGE AREAS BASED ON SECONDARY INFORMATION IN THE CHINCHINÁ RIVER BASIN AND REVIEWING ITS CURRENT STATUS

Identifying potential aquifer recharge zones is essential for sustainable groundwater management, particularly in regions affected by land-use changes and climate variability. This study aimed to map...

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Effects of a composite phosphate corrosion inhibitor on corrosion behavior and water quality stability in drinking water distribution systems

This study investigated the effectiveness of a composite phosphate corrosion inhibitor in enhancing water quality stability in drinking water distribution systems (DWDSs), guided by practical engineering...

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Analysis and standardization of coal chemical wastewater treatment and reuse systems

To meet the practical needs of classified collection, graded treatment, and quality recycling of coal chemical wastewater, and in accordance with the standardization requirements of wastewater resource...

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