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Vu KA, Mulligan CN. An Overview on the Treatment of Oil Pollutants in Soil Using Synthetic and Biological Surfactant Foam and Nanoparticles. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24031916. [PMID: 36768251 PMCID: PMC9915329 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24031916] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2022] [Revised: 01/09/2023] [Accepted: 01/16/2023] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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Oil-contaminated soil is one of the most concerning problems due to its potential damage to human, animals, and the environment. Nanoparticles have effectively been used to degrade oil pollution in soil in the lab and in the field for a long time. In recent years, surfactant foam and nanoparticles have shown high removal of oil pollutants from contaminated soil. This review provides an overview on the remediation of oil pollutants in soil using nanoparticles, surfactant foams, and nanoparticle-stabilized surfactant foams. In particular, the fate and transport of oil compounds in the soil, the interaction of nanoparticles and surfactant foam, the removal mechanisms of nanoparticles and various surfactant foams, the effect of some factors (e.g., soil characteristics and amount, nanoparticle properties, surfactant concentration) on remediation efficiency, and some advantages and disadvantages of these methods are evaluated. Different nanoparticles and surfactant foam can be effectively utilized for treating oil compounds in contaminated soil. The treatment efficiency is dependent on many factors. Thus, optimizing these factors in each scenario is required to achieve a high remediation rate while not causing negative effects on humans, animals, and the environment. In the future, more research on the soil types, operating cost, posttreatment process, and recycling and reuse of surfactants and nanoparticles need to be conducted.
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- Kien A. Vu
- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN 46556, USA
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- Department of Building, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Concordia University, Montreal, QC H3G 1M8, Canada
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Kahraman BF, Altin A, Ozdogan N. Remediation of Pb-diesel fuel co-contaminated soil using nano/bio process: subsequent use of nanoscale zero-valent iron and bioremediation approaches. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2022; 29:41110-41124. [PMID: 35091952 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-022-18857-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2021] [Accepted: 01/21/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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The effectiveness of the nano/bio process was investigated as a remediation option for co-contaminated soils. Nano/bio process is a hybrid treatment method that may be defined as the use of nanoscale zero-valent iron (nZVI) and bioremediation approaches subsequently/concurrently. Different bioremediation approaches (bioattenuation, biostimulation, and/or bioaugmentation) were performed together with nZVI application to remediate Pb- and diesel fuel-spiked soils. Nutrient (N and P) and activated sludge amendment were made to realize biostimulation and bioaugmentation, respectively. The nZVI application decreased the total percentage of the most mobile and bioavailable soil Pb fractions (exchangeable and carbonate-bound) from 68.3 to 31.7%. The biodegradation levels of nZVI-applied co-contaminated soils were significantly higher than the soils without nZVI indicating the positive effect of the reduced mobility, bioavailability, and toxicity of Pb content. The use of nano/biostimulation or nano/bioaugmentation treatments resulted in higher than 60% total n-alkane degradation, whereas 89.5% degradation was obtained by using nano/biostimulation + bioaugmentation. Hydrocarbon-degrader strains belonging to phyla Actinobacteria, Proteobacteria, or Firmicutes were identified from samples subjected to nano/bio process and the strains from biostimulation and bioaugmentation treatments were different. These results indicate that the stress on the microbial population caused by the co-contamination might be subsided and the biodegradation of alkanes might be improved by using the nano/bio process.
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- Bekir Fatih Kahraman
- Department of Environmental Engineering, Zonguldak Bulent Ecevit University, Zonguldak, 67100, Turkey.
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- Department of Environmental Engineering, Zonguldak Bulent Ecevit University, Zonguldak, 67100, Turkey
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- Department of Environmental Engineering, Zonguldak Bulent Ecevit University, Zonguldak, 67100, Turkey
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Jimoh AA, Ikhimiukor OO, Adeleke R. Prospects in the bioremediation of petroleum hydrocarbon contaminants from hypersaline environments: A review. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2022; 29:35615-35642. [PMID: 35247173 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-022-19299-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2021] [Accepted: 02/15/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Hypersaline environments are underappreciated and are frequently exposed to pollution from petroleum hydrocarbons. Unlike other environs, the high salinity conditions present are a deterrent to various remediation techniques. There is also production of hypersaline waters from oil-polluted ecosystems which contain toxic hydrophobic pollutants that are threat to public health, environmental protection, and sustainability. Currently, innovative advances are being proposed for the remediation of oil-contaminated hypersaline regions. Such advancements include the exploration and stimulation of native microbial communities capable of utilizing and degrading petroleum hydrocarbons. However, prevailing salinity in these environments is unfavourable for the growth of non-halophylic microorganisms, thus limiting effective bioremediation options. An in-depth understanding of the potentials of various remediation technologies of hydrocarbon-polluted hypersaline environments is lacking. Thus, we present an overview of petroleum hydrocarbon pollution in hypersaline ecosystems and discuss the challenges and prospects associated with several technologies that may be employed in remediation of hydrocarbon pollution in the presence of delimiting high salinities. The application of biological remediation technologies including the utilization of halophilic and halotolerant microorganisms is also discussed.
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- Abdullahi Adekilekun Jimoh
- Unit for Environmental Sciences and Management, North-West University (Potchefstroom Campus), Potchefstroom, 2520, South Africa.
- Institute for Microbial Biotechnology and Metagenomics, Department of Biotechnology, University of the Western Cape, Bellville, Cape Town, 7535, South Africa.
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- Environmental Microbiology and Biotechnology Laboratory, Department of Microbiology, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
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- Unit for Environmental Sciences and Management, North-West University (Potchefstroom Campus), Potchefstroom, 2520, South Africa
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Bhatt P, Pandey SC, Joshi S, Chaudhary P, Pathak VM, Huang Y, Wu X, Zhou Z, Chen S. Nanobioremediation: A sustainable approach for the removal of toxic pollutants from the environment. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2022; 427:128033. [PMID: 34999406 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2021.128033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2021] [Revised: 11/29/2021] [Accepted: 12/06/2021] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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In recent years, the proportion of organic and inorganic contaminants has increased rapidly due to growing human interference and represents a threat to ecosystems. The removal of these toxic pollutants from the environment is a difficult task. Physical, chemical and biological methods are implemented for the degradation of toxic pollutants from the environment. Among existing technologies, bioremediation in combination with nanotechnology is the most promising and cost-effective method for the removal of pollutants. Numerous studies have shown that exceptional characteristics of nanomaterials such as improved catalysis and adsorption properties as well as high reactivity have been subjects of great interest. There is an emerging trend of employing bacterial, fungal and algal cultures and their components, extracts or biomolecules as catalysts for the sustainable production of nanomaterials. They can serve as facilitators in the bioremediation of toxic compounds by immobilizing or inducing the synthesis of remediating microbial enzymes. Understanding the association between microorganisms, contaminants and nanoparticles (NPs) is of crucial importance. In this review, we focus on the removal of toxic pollutants using the cumulative effects of nanoparticles with microbial technology and their applications in different domains. Besides, we discuss how this novel nanobioremediation technique is significant and contributes towards sustainability.
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- Pankaj Bhatt
- State Key Laboratory for Conservation and Utilization of Subtropical Agro-bioresources, Guangdong Province Key Laboratory of Microbial Signals and Disease Control, Integrative Microbiology Research Centre, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China; Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Cell and Molecular Biology Laboratory, Department of Zoology, Soban Singh Jeena University, Almora, Uttarakhand, India
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- School of Agriculture Graphic Era Hill University Bhimtal, 263136, India
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- Department of Microbiology, College of Basic Sciences and Humanities, G.B Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand, India
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- Department of Microbiology, University of Delhi, South Campus, 110021, India; Department of Botany & Microbiology, Gurukula Kangri (Deemed to be University), Haridwar, Uttarakhand 249404, India
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- State Key Laboratory for Conservation and Utilization of Subtropical Agro-bioresources, Guangdong Province Key Laboratory of Microbial Signals and Disease Control, Integrative Microbiology Research Centre, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China; Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Conservation and Utilization of Subtropical Agro-bioresources, Guangdong Province Key Laboratory of Microbial Signals and Disease Control, Integrative Microbiology Research Centre, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China; Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Conservation and Utilization of Subtropical Agro-bioresources, Guangdong Province Key Laboratory of Microbial Signals and Disease Control, Integrative Microbiology Research Centre, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China; Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Conservation and Utilization of Subtropical Agro-bioresources, Guangdong Province Key Laboratory of Microbial Signals and Disease Control, Integrative Microbiology Research Centre, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China; Guangdong Laboratory for Lingnan Modern Agriculture, Guangzhou 510642, China.
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Insights into the synthesis optimization of Fe@SiO2 Core-Shell nanostructure as a highly efficient nano-heater for magnetic hyperthermia treatment. ADV POWDER TECHNOL 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.apt.2021.11.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Nandy S, Arora U, Tarar P, Viggor S, Jõesaar M, Kivisaar M, Kapley A. Monitoring the growth, survival and phenol utilization of the fluorescent-tagged Pseudomonas oleovorans immobilized and free cells. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2021; 338:125568. [PMID: 34274579 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2021.125568] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2021] [Revised: 07/09/2021] [Accepted: 07/10/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Bioaugmentation in wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) is challenging due to low survival and persistence of applied microbes. This study aimed to track the capacity and survival of fluorescent-tagged Pseudomonas oleovoransICTN13 as a model organism applicable in bioaugmentation of phenol-containing wastewater. The isolate was immobilized in alginate biopolymer, and enhanced efficacy and survival for biodegradation of phenol against free cells were studied. Encapsulated cells resulted in enhanced phenol removal efficiency (~94%) compared to free cells (~72%). Encapsulation of cells facilitated an extended storage time of 30 days. Remarkably, phenol and COD removal efficacy of encapsulated cells was sustained up to ~ 92-93% in a reactor after 45 days, while free cells could produce ~ 80-84% removal efficiency. Fluorescence microscopy showed high survival of the encapsulated cells, whereas gradual deterioration of free cells was observed. Thus, the findings highlight the importance of bio augmented strain in WWTPs where encapsulation is a crucial factor.
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- Sampurna Nandy
- Director's Research Cell, CSIR-National Environmental Engineering Research Institute, Nagpur 440020, India; Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad 201002, India
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- Director's Research Cell, CSIR-National Environmental Engineering Research Institute, Nagpur 440020, India
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- Director's Research Cell, CSIR-National Environmental Engineering Research Institute, Nagpur 440020, India
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- Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology, University of Tartu, Tartu 51010, Estonia
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- Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology, University of Tartu, Tartu 51010, Estonia
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- Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology, University of Tartu, Tartu 51010, Estonia
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- Director's Research Cell, CSIR-National Environmental Engineering Research Institute, Nagpur 440020, India; Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad 201002, India.
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Li H, Meng F, Duan W, Lin Y, Zheng Y. Biodegradation of phenol in saline or hypersaline environments by bacteria: A review. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2019; 184:109658. [PMID: 31520955 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2019.109658] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2019] [Revised: 07/27/2019] [Accepted: 09/05/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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With the continuous demand from industry for chemical raw materials, a large amount of high-salinity wastewater containing phenol is discharged into the aquatic environment, and the leakage of dangerous chemicals into the sea may lead to phenol pollution of the ocean. Phenol is a common chemical posing serious environmental hazard. Biodegradation is an effective, low-cost, environment-friendly method of removing phenol from water, but in hypersaline environments, traditional freshwater organisms are less efficacious. Here, at least 17 genera of bacteria from three phyla are found that can degrade phenol in different saline environments. The sources and taxonomy of halotolerant and halophilic bacteria are reviewed. Moreover, the pathway of phenol removal, kinetics of biodegradation, influencing factors, and recent treatment processes of wastewater are discussed.
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- Hao Li
- Key Laboratory of Marine Environment and Ecology, Ministry of Education, Qingdao, 266100, China
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- Key Laboratory of Marine Environment and Ecology, Ministry of Education, Qingdao, 266100, China; College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266100, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Marine Environment and Ecology, Ministry of Education, Qingdao, 266100, China
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- National Marine Hazard Mitigation Service, Ministry of Natural Resource of the People's Republic of China, Beijing, 100194, China
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- Key Laboratory of Marine Environment and Ecology, Ministry of Education, Qingdao, 266100, China; College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266100, China; National Marine Hazard Mitigation Service, Ministry of Natural Resource of the People's Republic of China, Beijing, 100194, China
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Bavandi R, Emtyazjoo M, Saravi HN, Yazdian F, Sheikhpour M. Study of capability of nanostructured zero-valent iron and graphene oxide for bioremoval of trinitrophenol from wastewater in a bubble column bioreactor. ELECTRON J BIOTECHN 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejbt.2019.02.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Nathanail CP, Bardos P, Koschitzky HP. Marie Simonin, Agnès Richaume (2015) Impact of engineered nanoparticles on the activity, abundance, and diversity of soil microbial communities: a review. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 22:13710-13723. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2019; 26:11508-11509. [PMID: 30825121 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-019-04364-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2017] [Accepted: 01/24/2019] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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- R3 Environmental Technology Ltd and University of Brighton, Brighton, UK
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Bardos P, Merly C, Kvapil P, Koschitzky HP. Status of nanoremediation and its potential for future deployment: Risk-benefit and benchmarking appraisals. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2018. [DOI: 10.1002/rem.21559] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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- Paul Bardos
- r3 Environmental Technology Ltd; Reading U.K
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- Photon Water Technology Company; Czech Republic
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Chen Z, Lu J, Gao SH, Jin M, Bond PL, Yang P, Yuan Z, Guo J. Silver nanoparticles stimulate the proliferation of sulfate reducing bacterium Desulfovibrio vulgaris. WATER RESEARCH 2018; 129:163-171. [PMID: 29149671 DOI: 10.1016/j.watres.2017.11.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2017] [Revised: 11/06/2017] [Accepted: 11/07/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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The intensive use of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) in cosmetics and textiles causes their release into sewer networks of urban water systems. Although a few studies have investigated antimicrobial activities of nanoparticles against environmental bacteria, little is known about potential impacts of the released AgNPs on sulfate reducing bacteria in sewers. Here, we investigated the effect of AgNPs on Desulfovibrio vulgaris Hidenborough (D. vulgaris), a typical sulfate-reducing bacterium (SRB) in sewer systems. We found AgNPs stimulated the proliferation of D. vulgaris, rather than exerting inhibitory or biocidal effects. Based on flow cytometer detections, both the cell growth rate and the viable cell ratio of D. vulgaris increased during exposure to AgNPs at concentrations of up to 100 mg/L. The growth stimulation was dependent on the AgNP concentration. These results imply that the presence of AgNPs in sewage may affect SRB abundance in sewer networks. Our findings also shed new lights on the interactions of nanoparticles and bacteria.
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- Zhaoyu Chen
- Advanced Water Management Centre, The University of Queensland, St Lucia, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia; Department of Environmental Science & Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610065, China
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- Advanced Water Management Centre, The University of Queensland, St Lucia, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
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- Advanced Water Management Centre, The University of Queensland, St Lucia, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
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- Advanced Water Management Centre, The University of Queensland, St Lucia, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
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- Advanced Water Management Centre, The University of Queensland, St Lucia, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
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- Department of Environmental Science & Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610065, China
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- Advanced Water Management Centre, The University of Queensland, St Lucia, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
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- Advanced Water Management Centre, The University of Queensland, St Lucia, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia.
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Gong X, Huang D, Liu Y, Peng Z, Zeng G, Xu P, Cheng M, Wang R, Wan J. Remediation of contaminated soils by biotechnology with nanomaterials: bio-behavior, applications, and perspectives. Crit Rev Biotechnol 2017; 38:455-468. [DOI: 10.1080/07388551.2017.1368446] [Citation(s) in RCA: 82] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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- Xiaomin Gong
- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha, China
- Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Environmental Biology and Pollution Control, Hunan University, Changsha, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha, China
- Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Environmental Biology and Pollution Control, Hunan University, Changsha, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha, China
- Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Environmental Biology and Pollution Control, Hunan University, Changsha, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha, China
- Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Environmental Biology and Pollution Control, Hunan University, Changsha, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha, China
- Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Environmental Biology and Pollution Control, Hunan University, Changsha, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha, China
- Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Environmental Biology and Pollution Control, Hunan University, Changsha, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha, China
- Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Environmental Biology and Pollution Control, Hunan University, Changsha, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha, China
- Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Environmental Biology and Pollution Control, Hunan University, Changsha, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha, China
- Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Environmental Biology and Pollution Control, Hunan University, Changsha, China
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Reddy MV, Yajima Y, Choi D, Chang YC. Biodegradation of toxic organic compounds using a newly isolated Bacillus sp. CYR2. BIOTECHNOL BIOPROC E 2017. [DOI: 10.1007/s12257-017-0117-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Qu Y, Shen W, Pei X, Ma F, You S, Li S, Wang J, Zhou J. Biosynthesis of gold nanoparticles by Trichoderma sp. WL-Go for azo dyes decolorization. J Environ Sci (China) 2017; 56:79-86. [PMID: 28571873 DOI: 10.1016/j.jes.2016.09.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2016] [Revised: 08/22/2016] [Accepted: 09/07/2016] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Developing an eco-friendly approach for metallic nanoparticles synthesis is important in current nanotechnology research. In this study, green synthesis of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) was carried out by a newly isolated strain Trichoderma sp. WL-Go. UV-vis spectra of AuNPs showed a surface plasmon resonance peak at 550nm, and transmission electron microscopy images revealed that the AuNPs were of varied shape with well dispersibility. The optimal conditions for AuNPs synthesis were HAuCl4 1.0mmol/L, biomass 0.5g and pH7-11. Moreover, the bio-AuNPs could efficiently catalyze the decolorization of various azo dyes. This research provided a new microbial resource candidate for green synthesis of AuNPs and demonstrated the potential application of bio-AuNPs for azo dye decolorization.
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- Yuanyuan Qu
- State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals, Key Laboratory of Industrial Ecology and Environmental Engineering (Ministry of Education), School of Environmental Science and Technology, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals, Key Laboratory of Industrial Ecology and Environmental Engineering (Ministry of Education), School of Environmental Science and Technology, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals, Key Laboratory of Industrial Ecology and Environmental Engineering (Ministry of Education), School of Environmental Science and Technology, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Urban Water Resource and Environment, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin 150090, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals, Key Laboratory of Industrial Ecology and Environmental Engineering (Ministry of Education), School of Environmental Science and Technology, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals, Key Laboratory of Industrial Ecology and Environmental Engineering (Ministry of Education), School of Environmental Science and Technology, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals, Key Laboratory of Industrial Ecology and Environmental Engineering (Ministry of Education), School of Environmental Science and Technology, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals, Key Laboratory of Industrial Ecology and Environmental Engineering (Ministry of Education), School of Environmental Science and Technology, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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Poi G, Shahsavari E, Aburto-Medina A, Ball AS. Bioaugmentation: an effective commercial technology for the removal of phenols from wastewater. MICROBIOLOGY AUSTRALIA 2017. [DOI: 10.1071/ma17035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Phenol represents a huge problem in industrial wastewater effluents and needs to be removed due to its toxic and carcinogenic nature. The removal of phenol from the wastewater is often both expensive and time consuming; there is therefore a requirement for a more effective, sustainable solution for the removal of phenol from wastewaters. Bioaugmentation or the addition of phenol degrading microorganisms to contaminated effluents is one such sustainable approach being considered. Here, we describe how bioaugmentation has been applied for the biological treatment of phenol in industrial wastewaters.
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Semerád J, Cajthaml T. Ecotoxicity and environmental safety related to nano-scale zerovalent iron remediation applications. Appl Microbiol Biotechnol 2016; 100:9809-9819. [PMID: 27730336 DOI: 10.1007/s00253-016-7901-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2016] [Revised: 09/22/2016] [Accepted: 09/27/2016] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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This mini-review summarizes the current information that has been published on the various effects of nano-scale zerovalent iron (nZVI) on microbial biota, with an emphasis on reports that highlight the positive aspects of its application or its stimulatory effects on microbiota. By nature, nZVI is a highly reactive substance; thus, the possibility of nZVI being toxic is commonly suspected. Accordingly, the cytotoxicity of nZVI and the toxicity of nZVI-related products have been detected by laboratory tests and documented in the literature. However, there are numerous other published studies on its useful nature, which are usually skipped in reviews that deal only with the phenomenon of toxicity. Therefore, the objective of this article is to review both recent publications reporting the toxic effects of nZVI on microbiota and studies documenting the positive effects of nZVI on various environmental remediation processes. Although cytotoxicity is an issue of general importance and relevance, nZVI can reduce the overall toxicity of a contaminated site, which ultimately results in the creation of better living conditions for the autochthonous microflora. Moreover, nZVI changes the properties of the site in a manner such that it can also be used as a tool in a tailor-made approach to support a specific microbial community for the decontamination of a particular polluted site.
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- Jaroslav Semerád
- Institute for Environmental Studies, Faculty of Science, Charles University, Benátská 2, 128 01, Prague 2, Czech Republic.,Institute of Microbiology, v.v.i., Czech Academy of Sciences, Vídeňská 1083, 142 20, Prague 4, Czech Republic
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- Institute for Environmental Studies, Faculty of Science, Charles University, Benátská 2, 128 01, Prague 2, Czech Republic. .,Institute of Microbiology, v.v.i., Czech Academy of Sciences, Vídeňská 1083, 142 20, Prague 4, Czech Republic.
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Wang Y, Chen H, Liu YX, Ren RP, Lv YK. An adsorption-release-biodegradation system for simultaneous biodegradation of phenol and ammonium in phenol-rich wastewater. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2016; 211:711-719. [PMID: 27060247 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2016.03.149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2016] [Revised: 03/21/2016] [Accepted: 03/25/2016] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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The feasibility of simultaneous biodegradation of phenol and ammonium in phenol-rich wastewater was evaluated in a reusable system, which contained macroporous adsorption resin and Alcaligenes faecalis strain WY-01. In the system, up to 6000mg/L phenol could be completely degraded by WY-01; meanwhile, 99.03±3.95% of ammonium was removed from the initial concentration of 384mg/L. This is the first study to show the capability of single strain in simultaneous removal of ammonium and phenol in wastewater containing such high concentrations of phenol. Moreover, the resin was regenerated during the biodegradation process without any additional manipulations, indicating the system was reusable. Furthermore, enzyme assay, gene expression patterns, HPLC-MS and gas chromatography analysis confirmed that phenol biodegradation accompanied with aerobic nitrifier denitrification process. Results imply that the reusable system provides a novel strategy for more efficient biodegradation of phenol and ammonium contained in some particular industrial wastewater.
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- Ying Wang
- Key Laboratory of Coal Science and Technology, Ministry of Education and Shanxi Province, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan 030024, Shanxi, China
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- Key Laboratory of Coal Science and Technology, Ministry of Education and Shanxi Province, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan 030024, Shanxi, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan 030024, Shanxi, China
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- Key Laboratory of Coal Science and Technology, Ministry of Education and Shanxi Province, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan 030024, Shanxi, China
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- Key Laboratory of Coal Science and Technology, Ministry of Education and Shanxi Province, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan 030024, Shanxi, China.
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Combarros RG, Collado S, Díaz M. Toxicity of titanium dioxide nanoparticles on Pseudomonas putida. WATER RESEARCH 2016; 90:378-386. [PMID: 26771160 DOI: 10.1016/j.watres.2015.12.040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2015] [Revised: 12/22/2015] [Accepted: 12/23/2015] [Indexed: 05/12/2023]
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The increasing use of engineered nanoparticles (NPs) in industrial and household applications will very likely lead to the release of such materials into the environment. As wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) are usually the last barrier before the water is discharged into the environment, it is important to understand the effects of these materials in the biotreatment processes, since the results in the literature are usually contradictory. We proposed the use of flow cytometry (FC) technology to obtain conclusive results. Aqueous solutions of TiO2 nanoparticles (0-2 mg mL(-1)) were used to check its toxicity effect using Pseudomonas putida as simplified model of real sludge over room light. Physiological changes in P. putida from viable to viable but non-culturable cells were observed by flow cytometry in presence of TiO2. The damaged and dead cell concentrations were below 5% in all cases under study. Both FSC and SSC parameter increased with TiO2 dose dependent manner, indicating nanoparticles uptake by the bacteria. The biological removal of salicylic acid (SA) was also significantly impacted by the presence of TiO2 in the medium reducing the efficiency. The use of FC allows also to develop and fit segregated kinetic models, giving the impact of TiO2 nanoparticles in the physiological subpopulations growth and implications for SA removal.
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- R G Combarros
- Department of Chemical and Environmental Technology, University of Oviedo, Spain
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- Department of Chemical and Environmental Technology, University of Oviedo, Spain
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- Department of Chemical and Environmental Technology, University of Oviedo, Spain.
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Venkateswar Reddy M, Mawatari Y, Yajima Y, Seki C, Hoshino T, Chang YC. Poly-3-hydroxybutyrate (PHB) production from alkylphenols, mono and poly-aromatic hydrocarbons using Bacillus sp. CYR1: A new strategy for wealth from waste. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2015; 192:711-717. [PMID: 26101960 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2015.06.043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2015] [Revised: 06/08/2015] [Accepted: 06/10/2015] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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In the present study five different types of alkylphenols, each of the two different types of mono and poly-aromatic hydrocarbons were selected for degradation, and conversion into poly-3-hydroxybutyrate (PHB) using the Bacillus sp. CYR1. Strain CYR1 showed growth with various toxic organic compounds. Degradation pattern of all the organic compounds at 100 mg/l concentration with or without addition of tween-80 were analyzed using high pressure liquid chromatography (HPLC). Strain CYR1 showed good removal of compounds in the presence of tween-80 within 3 days, but it took 6 days without addition of tween-80. Strain CYR1 showed highest PHB production with phenol (51 ± 5%), naphthalene (42 ± 4%), 4-chlorophenol (32 ± 3%) and 4-nonylphenol (29 ± 3%). The functional groups, structure, and thermal properties of the produced PHB were analyzed. These results denoted that the strain Bacillus sp. CYR1 can be used for conversion of different toxic compounds persistent in wastewaters into useable biological polyesters.
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- M Venkateswar Reddy
- Department of Applied Sciences, College of Environmental Technology, Muroran Institute of Technology, 27-1 Mizumoto-cho, Muroran 050-8585, Japan
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- Research Center for Environmentally Friendly Materials Engineering, Muroran Institute of Technology, 27-1 Mizumoto-cho, Muroran, Hokkaido 050-8585, Japan
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- Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Yoshidakonoe-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 606-8501, Japan
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- Department of Applied Sciences, College of Environmental Technology, Muroran Institute of Technology, 27-1 Mizumoto-cho, Muroran 050-8585, Japan
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- Biomass Refinery Research Center, National Institute of Advanced Industrial, Sciences and Technology (AIST), 3-11-32 Kagamiyama, Higashi-Hiroshima, Hiroshima 739-0046, Japan; Bioproduction Research Institute, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Sciences, and Technology (AIST), 2-17-2-1 Tsukisamu-Higashi, Toyohira-ku, Sapporo 062-8517, Japan
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- Department of Applied Sciences, College of Environmental Technology, Muroran Institute of Technology, 27-1 Mizumoto-cho, Muroran 050-8585, Japan.
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Application of Novel Amino-Functionalized NZVI@SiO2 Nanoparticles to Enhance Anaerobic Granular Sludge Removal of 2,4,6-Trichlorophenol. Bioinorg Chem Appl 2015; 2015:548961. [PMID: 26060427 PMCID: PMC4427803 DOI: 10.1155/2015/548961] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2015] [Revised: 03/31/2015] [Accepted: 04/01/2015] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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A novel amino-functionalized silica-coated nanoscale zerovalent iron (NZVI@SiO2-NH2) was successfully synthesized by using one-step liquid-phase method with the surface functionalization of nanoscale zerovalent iron (NZVI) to enhance degradation of chlorinated organic contaminants from anaerobic microbial system. NZVI@SiO2-NH2 nanoparticles were synthesized under optimal conditions with the uniform core-shell structure (80-100 nm), high loading of amino functionality (~0.9 wt%), and relatively large specific surface area (126.3 m(2)/g). The result demonstrated that well-dispersed NZVI@SiO2-NH2 nanoparticle with nFe(0)-core and amino-functional silicon shell can effectively remove 2,4,6-trichlorophenol (2,4,6-TCP) in the neutral condition, much higher than that of NZVI. Besides, the surface-modified nanoparticles (NZVI@SiO2-NH2) in anaerobic granule sludge system also showed a positive effect to promote anaerobic biodechlorination system. More than 94.6% of 2,4,6-TCP was removed from the combined NZVI@SiO2-NH2-anaerobic granular sludge system during the anaerobic dechlorination processes. Moreover, adding the appropriate concentration of NZVI@SiO2-NH2 in anaerobic granular sludge treatment system can decrease the toxicity of 2,4,6-TCP to anaerobic microorganisms and improved the cumulative amount of methane production and electron transport system activity. The results from this study clearly demonstrated that the NZVI@SiO2-NH2/anaerobic granular sludge system could become an effective and promising technology for the removal of chlorophenols in industrial wastewater.
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Bardos P, Bone B, Černík M, Elliott DW, Jones S, Merly C. Nanoremediation and International Environmental Restoration Markets. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2015. [DOI: 10.1002/rem.21426] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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- Paul Bardos
- r Environmental Technology Ltd
- University of Brighton; United Kingdom
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- r Environmental Technology Ltd
- Bone Environmental Consultant Ltd
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- Institute of Nanomaterials, Advanced Technologies and Innovations
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- Groundwater Protection and Restoration Group, University of Sheffield; United Kingdom
- Institute for Groundwater Research; Waterloo Canada
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Trujillo-Reyes J, Peralta-Videa JR, Gardea-Torresdey JL. Supported and unsupported nanomaterials for water and soil remediation: are they a useful solution for worldwide pollution? JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2014; 280:487-503. [PMID: 25203809 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2014.08.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 75] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2014] [Revised: 07/25/2014] [Accepted: 08/07/2014] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Remediation technologies for wastes generated by industrial processes include coagulation, reverse osmosis, electrochemistry, photoelectrochemistry, advanced oxidation processes, and biological methods, among others. Adsorption onto activated carbon, sewage sludge, zeolites, chitosan, silica, and agricultural wastes has shown potential for pollutants' removal from aqueous media. Recently, nanoscale systems [nanoparticles (NPs) supported on different inorganic adsorbents] have shown additional benefits for the removal/degradation of several contaminants. According to the literature, NPs enhance the adsorption capacity of adsorbent materials and facilitate degradation of pollutants through redox reactions. In this review we analyzed relevant literature from 2011 to 2013, dealing with water and soil remediation by nanomaterials (NMs), either unsupported or supported upon inorganic adsorbents. Despite the outstanding reported results for some NMs, the analysis of the literature makes clear the necessity of more studies. There is lack of information about NMs regeneration and reusability, their large-scale application, and their efficiency in actual industrial wastewaters and contaminated soils. Additionally, little is known about NMs' life cycle, release of metal ions, disposal of pollutant loaded NMs, and their impacts on different ecosystems.
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- J Trujillo-Reyes
- Chemistry Department, The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West Univ. Ave., El Paso, TX 79968, USA
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- Chemistry Department, The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West Univ. Ave., El Paso, TX 79968, USA; Environmental Science and Engineering PhD Program, The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West Univ. Ave., El Paso, TX 79968, USA; University of California Center for Environmental Implications of Nanotechnology (UC CEIN), The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West Univ. Ave., El Paso, TX 79968, USA
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- Chemistry Department, The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West Univ. Ave., El Paso, TX 79968, USA; Environmental Science and Engineering PhD Program, The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West Univ. Ave., El Paso, TX 79968, USA; University of California Center for Environmental Implications of Nanotechnology (UC CEIN), The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West Univ. Ave., El Paso, TX 79968, USA.
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Mishra A, Kumari M, Pandey S, Chaudhry V, Gupta KC, Nautiyal CS. Biocatalytic and antimicrobial activities of gold nanoparticles synthesized by Trichoderma sp. BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY 2014; 166:235-42. [PMID: 24914997 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2014.04.085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 83] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2014] [Revised: 04/21/2014] [Accepted: 04/23/2014] [Indexed: 05/09/2023]
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The aim of this work was to synthesize gold nanoparticles by Trichoderma viride and Hypocrea lixii. The biosynthesis of the nanoparticles was very rapid and took 10 min at 30 °C when cell-free extract of the T. viride was used, which was similar by H. lixii but at 100 °C. Biomolecules present in cell free extracts of both fungi were capable to synthesize and stabilize the formed particles. Synthesis procedure was very quick and environment friendly which did not require subsequent processing. The biosynthesized nanoparticles served as an efficient biocatalyst which reduced 4-nitrophenol to 4-aminophenol in the presence of NaBH₄ and had antimicrobial activity against pathogenic bacteria. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first report of such rapid biosynthesis of gold nanoparticles within 10 min by Trichoderma having plant growth promoting and plant pathogen control abilities, which served both, as an efficient biocatalyst, and a potent antimicrobial agent.
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- Aradhana Mishra
- Division of Plant Microbe Interactions, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow 226001, India
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- Division of Plant Microbe Interactions, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow 226001, India
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- Division of Plant Microbe Interactions, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow 226001, India
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- Division of Plant Microbe Interactions, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow 226001, India
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- CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research, 80, Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Qaiserbagh, Lucknow 226001, India
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- Division of Plant Microbe Interactions, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow 226001, India.
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Jang MH, Lim M, Hwang YS. Potential environmental implications of nanoscale zero-valent iron particles for environmental remediation. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND TOXICOLOGY 2014; 29:e2014022. [PMID: 25518840 PMCID: PMC4313931 DOI: 10.5620/eht.e2014022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2014] [Accepted: 11/18/2014] [Indexed: 05/17/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Nanoscale zero-valent iron (nZVI) particles are widely used in the field of various environmental contaminant remediation. Although the potential benefits of nZVI are considerable, there is a distinct need to identify any potential risks after environmental exposure. In this respect, we review recent studies on the environmental applications and implications of nZVI, highlighting research gaps and suggesting future research directions. METHODS Environmental application of nZVI is briefly summarized, focusing on its unique properties. Ecotoxicity of nZVI is reviewed according to type of organism, including bacteria, terrestrial organisms, and aquatic organisms. The environmental fate and transport of nZVI are also summarized with regards to exposure scenarios. Finally, the current limitations of risk determination are thoroughly provided. RESULTS The ecotoxicity of nZVI depends on the composition, concentration, size and surface properties of the nanoparticles and the experimental method used, including the species investigated. In addition, the environmental fate and transport of nZVI appear to be complex and depend on the exposure duration and the exposure conditions. To date, field-scale data are limited and only short-term studies using simple exposure methods have been conducted. CONCLUSIONS In this regard, the primary focus of future study should be on 1) the development of an appropriate and valid testing method of the environmental fate and ecotoxicity of reactive nanoparticles used in environmental applications and 2) assessing their potential environmental risks using in situ field scale applications.
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- Correspondence: Yu Sik Hwang, PhD 17 Jegok-gil, Munsan-eup, Jinju 660-844, Korea Tel: +82-55-750-3834 Fax: +82-55-750-3799 E-mail:
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