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Alharbi W, Alharbi KH, Alotaibi AA, Gomaa HEM, Abdel Azeem SM. Digital image determination of copper in food and water after preconcentration and magnetic tip separation for in-cavity desorption/color development. Food Chem 2024; 442:138435. [PMID: 38266415 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.138435] [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: 09/25/2023] [Revised: 01/10/2024] [Accepted: 01/11/2024] [Indexed: 01/26/2024]
Abstract
A new analytical method for measuring copper in food and water was developed and validated, employing a solid-phase extraction (SPE) technique combined with digital-image-based (DIB) detection. A novel magnetic adsorbent of zinc ferrite/Citrullus colocynthis biochar (ZF@C.BC) was used to preconcentrate copper. A magnetic tip was used to separate the copper-loaded adsorbent from the extraction medium and to dispense it to the DIB plate. In-situ desorption and development of the spot color with iodide-starch reagent were carried out, and a digital image of the developed spots was captured using a smartphone and processed using ImageJ software. The copper adsorption capacity was 91.3 mg g-1. Desorption was effected using a 0.3 mol L-1 hydrochloric acid. The preconcentration factor was 300, the limit of detection was 4.8 μg L-1, the linearity was 16-600 μg L-1 and the sample throughput was 12 h-1. The developed approach was validated by analyzing food and water samples, confirming recoveries ≥ 91 % and 88 %, respectively, with RSD ≤ 8.4 %, n = 3.
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Affiliation(s)
- Walaa Alharbi
- Department of Chemistry, Science and Arts College, King Abdulaziz University, 21911 Rabigh, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Chemistry, Science and Arts College, King Abdulaziz University, 21911 Rabigh, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science and Humanities, Shaqra University, 11911, AdDawadimi, Saudi Arabia; Water Research Group, College of Science and Humanities at Ad-Dawadmi, Shaqra University, Ad-Dawadmi 11911, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science and Humanities, Shaqra University, 11911, AdDawadimi, Saudi Arabia; Department of Nuclear Safety Engineering, Nuclear Installations Safety Division, Atomic Energy Authority, Cairo 11765, Egypt; Water Research Group, College of Science and Humanities at Ad-Dawadmi, Shaqra University, Ad-Dawadmi 11911, Saudi Arabia.
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- Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science, Fayoum University, 35514 Fayoum, Egypt; Chemistry Department, Al-Quwayiyah College of Science and Humanities, Shaqra University, 11971, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; Water Research Group, College of Science and Humanities at Ad-Dawadmi, Shaqra University, Ad-Dawadmi 11911, Saudi Arabia.
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Wu J, Chen Q, Wang W, Lin Y, Kang H, Jin Z, Zhao K. Chitosan Derivative-Based Microspheres Loaded with Fibroblast Growth Factor for the Treatment of Diabetes. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:3099. [PMID: 37514488 PMCID: PMC10386009 DOI: 10.3390/polym15143099] [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: 06/29/2023] [Revised: 07/15/2023] [Accepted: 07/17/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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Diabetes mellitus type 2 (T2DM) is a disease caused by genetic and environmental factors, and the main clinical manifestation is hyperglycemia. Currently, insulin injections are still the first-line treatment for diabetes. However, repeated injections may cause insulin resistance, hypoglycemia, and other serious side effects. Thus, it is imperative to develop new diabetes treatments. Protein-based diabetes drugs, such as fibroblast growth factor-21 (FGF-21), have a longer-lasting glycemic modulating effect with high biosafety. However, the instability of these protein drugs limits their applications. In this study, we extract protein hypoglycemic drugs with oral and injectable functions. The FGF-21 analog (NA-FGF) was loaded into the chitosan derivative-based nanomaterials, N-2-Hydroxypropyl trimethyl ammonium chloride chitosan/carboxymethyl chitosan (N-2-HACC/CMCS), to prepare NA-FGF-loaded N-2-HACC/CMCS microspheres (NA-FGF-N-2-HACC/CMCS MPs). It was well demonstrated that NA-FGF-N-2-HACC/CMCS MPs have great biocompatibility, biostability, and durable drug-release ability. In addition to injectable drug delivery, our prepared microspheres were highly advantageous for oral administration. The in vitro and in vivo experimental results suggested that NA-FGF-N-2-HACC/CMCS MPs could be used as a promising candidate and universal nano-delivery system for both oral and injectable hypoglycemic regulation.
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- Jue Wu
- College of Chemistry and Material Sciences, School of Life Science, Heilongjiang University, Harbin 150080, China
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- College of Chemistry and Material Sciences, School of Life Science, Heilongjiang University, Harbin 150080, China
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- Bio-Pharmaceutical Lab, College of Life Sciences, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Plant Evolutionary Ecology and Conservation, Taizhou Key Laboratory of Biomedicine and Advanced Dosage Forms, School of Life Sciences, Taizhou University, Taizhou 318000, China
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- College of Chemistry and Material Sciences, School of Life Science, Heilongjiang University, Harbin 150080, China
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- College of Chemistry and Material Sciences, School of Life Science, Heilongjiang University, Harbin 150080, China
- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Plant Evolutionary Ecology and Conservation, Taizhou Key Laboratory of Biomedicine and Advanced Dosage Forms, School of Life Sciences, Taizhou University, Taizhou 318000, China
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- College of Chemistry and Material Sciences, School of Life Science, Heilongjiang University, Harbin 150080, China
- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Plant Evolutionary Ecology and Conservation, Taizhou Key Laboratory of Biomedicine and Advanced Dosage Forms, School of Life Sciences, Taizhou University, Taizhou 318000, China
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Marin NM, Dolete G, Motelica L, Trusca R, Oprea OC, Ficai A. Preparation of Eco-Friendly Chelating Resins and Their Applications for Water Treatment. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:polym15102251. [PMID: 37242827 DOI: 10.3390/polym15102251] [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: 03/28/2023] [Revised: 05/03/2023] [Accepted: 05/08/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
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In the present study, two chelating resins were prepared and used for simultaneous adsorption of toxic metal ions, i.e., Cr3+, Mn2+, Fe3+, Co2+, Ni2+, Cu2+, Zn2+, Cd2+, and Pb2+ (MX+). In the first step, chelating resins were prepared starting with styrene-divinylbenzene resin, a strong basic anion exchanger Amberlite IRA 402(Cl-) with two chelating agents, i.e., tartrazine (TAR) and amido black 10B (AB 10B). Key parameters such as contact time, pH, initial concentration, and stability were evaluated for the obtained chelating resins (IRA 402/TAR and IRA 402/AB 10B). The obtained chelating resins show excellent stability in 2M HCl, 2M NaOH, and also in ethanol (EtOH) medium. The stability of the chelating resins decreased when the combined mixture (2M HCl:EtOH = 2:1) was added. The above-mentioned aspect was more evident for IRA 402/TAR compared to IRA 402/AB 10B. Taking into account the higher stability of the IRA 402/TAR and IRA 402/AB 10B resins, in a second step, adsorption studies were carried out on complex acid effluents polluted with MX+. The adsorption of MX+ from an acidic aqueous medium on the chelating resins was evaluated using the ICP-MS method. The following affinity series under competitive analysis for IRA 402/TAR was obtained: Fe3+(44 µg/g) > Ni2+(39.8 µg/g) > Cd2+(34 µg/g) > Cr3+(33.2 µg/g) > Pb2+(32.7 µg/g) > Cu2+ (32.5 µg/g) > Mn2+(31 µg/g) > Co2+(29 µg/g) > Zn2+ (27.5 µg/g). While for IRA 402/AB 10B, the following behavior was observed: Fe3+(58 µg/g) > Ni2+(43.5 µg/g) > Cd2+(43 µg/g) > Cu2+(38 µg/g) > Cr3+(35 µg/g) > Pb2+(34.5 µg/g) > Co2+(32.8 µg/g) > Mn2+(33 µg/g) > Zn2+(32 µg/g), consistent with the decreasing affinity of MX+ for chelate resin. The chelating resins were characterized using TG, FTIR, and SEM analysis. The obtained results showed that the chelating resins prepared have promising potential for wastewater treatment in the context of the circular economy approach.
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- Nicoleta Mirela Marin
- National Research and Development Institute for Industrial Ecology ECOIND, Street Podu Dambovitei no. 57-73, District 6, 060652 Bucharest, Romania
- Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnologies, University Politehnica of Bucharest, Gh. Polizu 1-7, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
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- Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnologies, University Politehnica of Bucharest, Gh. Polizu 1-7, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
- National Center for Micro and Nanomaterials, University Politehnica of Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
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- National Center for Micro and Nanomaterials, University Politehnica of Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
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- National Center for Micro and Nanomaterials, University Politehnica of Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
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- National Center for Micro and Nanomaterials, University Politehnica of Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
- Inorganic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry and Electrochemistry, Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnologies, University Politehnica of Bucharest, Gh. Polizu 1-7, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
- Academy of Romanian Scientists, Ilfov Street 3, 050044 Bucharest, Romania
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- Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnologies, University Politehnica of Bucharest, Gh. Polizu 1-7, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
- National Center for Micro and Nanomaterials, University Politehnica of Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
- Academy of Romanian Scientists, Ilfov Street 3, 050044 Bucharest, Romania
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Recent Application Prospects of Chitosan Based Composites for the Metal Contaminants Wastewater Treatment. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:polym15061453. [PMID: 36987232 PMCID: PMC10057141 DOI: 10.3390/polym15061453] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2023] [Revised: 03/06/2023] [Accepted: 03/12/2023] [Indexed: 03/17/2023] Open
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Heavy metals, known for their toxic nature and ability to accumulate and magnify in the food chain, are a major environmental concern. The use of environmentally friendly adsorbents, such as chitosan (CS)—a biodegradable cationic polysaccharide, has gained attention for removing heavy metals from water. This review discusses the physicochemical properties of CS and its composites and nanocomposites and their potential application in wastewater treatment.
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Yang Z, Guan C, Zhou C, Pan Q, He Z, Wang C, Liu Y, Song S, Yu L, Qu Y, Li P. Amphiphilic chitosan/carboxymethyl gellan gum composite films enriched with mustard essential oil for mango preservation. Carbohydr Polym 2023; 300:120290. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2022.120290] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2022] [Revised: 10/26/2022] [Accepted: 10/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Castro ACH, Bezerra ÍRS, Pascon AM, da Silva GH, Philot EA, de Oliveira VL, Mancini RSN, Schleder GR, Castro CE, de Carvalho LRS, Fernandes BHV, Cilli EM, Sanches PRS, Santhiago M, Charlie-Silva I, Martinez DST, Scott AL, Alves WA, Lima RS. Modular Label-Free Electrochemical Biosensor Loading Nature-Inspired Peptide toward the Widespread Use of COVID-19 Antibody Tests. ACS NANO 2022; 16:14239-14253. [PMID: 35969505 PMCID: PMC9397565 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.2c04364] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2022] [Accepted: 08/11/2022] [Indexed: 05/16/2023]
Abstract
Limitations of the recognition elements in terms of synthesis, cost, availability, and stability have impaired the translation of biosensors into practical use. Inspired by nature to mimic the molecular recognition of the anti-SARS-CoV-2 S protein antibody (AbS) by the S protein binding site, we synthesized the peptide sequence of Asn-Asn-Ala-Thr-Asn-COOH (abbreviated as PEP2003) to create COVID-19 screening label-free (LF) biosensors based on a carbon electrode, gold nanoparticles (AuNPs), and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. The PEP2003 is easily obtained by chemical synthesis, and it can be adsorbed on electrodes while maintaining its ability for AbS recognition, further leading to a sensitivity 3.4-fold higher than the full-length S protein, which is in agreement with the increase in the target-to-receptor size ratio. Peptide-loaded LF devices based on noncovalent immobilization were developed by affording fast and simple analyses, along with a modular functionalization. From studies by molecular docking, the peptide-AbS binding was found to be driven by hydrogen bonds and hydrophobic interactions. Moreover, the peptide is not amenable to denaturation, thus addressing the trade-off between scalability, cost, and robustness. The biosensor preserves 95.1% of the initial signal for 20 days when stored dry at 4 °C. With the aid of two simple equations fitted by machine learning (ML), the method was able to make the COVID-19 screening of 39 biological samples into healthy and infected groups with 100.0% accuracy. By taking advantage of peptide-related merits combined with advances in surface chemistry and ML-aided accuracy, this platform is promising to bring COVID-19 biosensors into mainstream use toward straightforward, fast, and accurate analyses at the point of care, with social and economic impacts being achieved.
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- Ana C. H. Castro
- Center for Natural and Human Sciences,
Federal University of ABC, Santo André, São
Paulo 09210-580, Brazil
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- Brazilian Nanotechnology National Laboratory,
Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials,
Campinas, São Paulo 13083-970, Brazil
- Center for Natural and Human Sciences,
Federal University of ABC, Santo André, São
Paulo 09210-580, Brazil
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- Brazilian Nanotechnology National Laboratory,
Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials,
Campinas, São Paulo 13083-970, Brazil
- Center for Natural and Human Sciences,
Federal University of ABC, Santo André, São
Paulo 09210-580, Brazil
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- Brazilian Nanotechnology National Laboratory,
Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials,
Campinas, São Paulo 13083-970, Brazil
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- Center for Mathematics, Computing and Cognition,
Federal University of ABC, Santo André, São
Paulo 09210-580, Brazil
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- Center for Natural and Human Sciences,
Federal University of ABC, Santo André, São
Paulo 09210-580, Brazil
- Laboratory of Immunology, Heart Institute,
University of São Paulo, São Paulo, São
Paulo 05508-000, Brazil
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- Center for Natural and Human Sciences,
Federal University of ABC, Santo André, São
Paulo 09210-580, Brazil
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- John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied
Sciences, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138,
United States
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- Center for Natural and Human Sciences,
Federal University of ABC, Santo André, São
Paulo 09210-580, Brazil
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- Institute of Chemistry, São Paulo
State University, Araraquara, São Paulo 14800-900,
Brazil
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- Institute of Chemistry, São Paulo
State University, Araraquara, São Paulo 14800-900,
Brazil
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- Brazilian Nanotechnology National Laboratory,
Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials,
Campinas, São Paulo 13083-970, Brazil
- Center for Natural and Human Sciences,
Federal University of ABC, Santo André, São
Paulo 09210-580, Brazil
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- Institute of Biomedical Sciences,
University of São Paulo, São Paulo, São
Paulo 05508-000, Brazil
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- Brazilian Nanotechnology National Laboratory,
Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials,
Campinas, São Paulo 13083-970, Brazil
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- Center for Mathematics, Computing and Cognition,
Federal University of ABC, Santo André, São
Paulo 09210-580, Brazil
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- Center for Natural and Human Sciences,
Federal University of ABC, Santo André, São
Paulo 09210-580, Brazil
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- Brazilian Nanotechnology National Laboratory,
Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials,
Campinas, São Paulo 13083-970, Brazil
- Center for Natural and Human Sciences,
Federal University of ABC, Santo André, São
Paulo 09210-580, Brazil
- Institute of Chemistry, University of
Campinas, Campinas, São Paulo 13083-970,
Brazil
- São Carlos Institute of Chemistry,
University of São Paulo, São Carlos, São
Paulo 09210-580, Brazil
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Xiao Y, Luo R, Ji Y, Li S, Hu H, Zhang X. Removal of Copper(II) from Aqueous Environment Using Silk Sericin-Derived Carbon. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms231911202. [PMID: 36232512 PMCID: PMC9570140 DOI: 10.3390/ijms231911202] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2022] [Revised: 09/18/2022] [Accepted: 09/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
Abstract
Sericin is a by-product of the silk industry. Its recycling contributes to environmental protection and the sustainable development of the cocoon silk industry. In this paper, on the basis of realizing sericin enrichment in solution, the Cu(II) adsorption capacities of sericin-derived carbon (SC), prepared at different pyrolysis temperatures, were studied. SC was characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and the zeta potential. The effects of the initial concentration of Cu(II), pH, adsorption temperature, and contact time on the adsorption process were evaluated, followed by an investigation of the mechanism of Cu(II) adsorption by SC. The results showed that SC has a porous structure that provides sites for Cu(II) adsorption. The maximum adsorption capacity of Cu(II) onto SC1050, 17.97 mg/g, was obtained at an adsorption temperature of 35 °C and a pH of 5.5. In addition, the pseudo-second-order kinetic model and Langmuir isotherm model correctly described the adsorption process of Cu(II) onto SC1050. Therefore, SC can act as a potential adsorbent for removing Cu(II) from water. This study helps promote the effective use of cocoon silk resources.
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- Yuting Xiao
- State Key Laboratory of Silkworm Genome Biology, College of Sericulture, Textile and Biomass Sciences, Southwest University, Chongqing 400715, China
- Westa College, Southwest University, Chongqing 400715, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Silkworm Genome Biology, College of Sericulture, Textile and Biomass Sciences, Southwest University, Chongqing 400715, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Silkworm Genome Biology, College of Sericulture, Textile and Biomass Sciences, Southwest University, Chongqing 400715, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Silkworm Genome Biology, College of Sericulture, Textile and Biomass Sciences, Southwest University, Chongqing 400715, China
- Westa College, Southwest University, Chongqing 400715, China
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- Key Laboratory of Sustainable Utilization of Technology Research for Fisheries Resources of Zhejiang Province, Zhejiang Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Zhoushan 316021, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Silkworm Genome Biology, College of Sericulture, Textile and Biomass Sciences, Southwest University, Chongqing 400715, China
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One-Pot Synthesis of Pyrite Nanoplates Supported on Chitosan Hydrochar as Fenton Catalysts for Organics Removal from Water. Catalysts 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/catal12080858] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
Abstract
The Fenton reaction is a powerful method for removing refractory pollutants from water, yet it is restricted by shortcomings such as pH adjustments and generation of iron-containing sludge. In this study, a highly dispersed pyrite nanoplate supported on chitosan hydrochar was prepared through a simple one-pot hydrothermal method. The interactions between chitosan and Fe3+ suppressed the accumulation of FeS2 in the crystal growth period and led to the formation of pyrite nanoplates with many exposed (210) facets. Thus, it showed excellent Fenton-like activity and the removal efficiency of AR 73 reached 99.9% within 60 min. The catalyst could be used in a wide pH range of 3~10. Hydroxyl radicals are the main reactive oxygen species in this catalytic system. The self-reduction of generated Fe(III) species by sulfur via inner electron transfer promoted the Fe(II)/Fe(III) redox cycle, and the presence of graphene facilitated the adsorption of pollutants. This catalyst also showed good reuse performances as well as stability, which has promising prospects for practical use in wastewater treatment.
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Nighojkar A, Zimmermann K, Ateia M, Barbeau B, Mohseni M, Krishnamurthy S, Dixit F, Kandasubramanian B. Application of neural network in metal adsorption using biomaterials (BMs): a review. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE: ADVANCES 2022; 2:11-38. [PMID: 36992951 PMCID: PMC10043827 DOI: 10.1039/d2va00200k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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ANN models for predicting wastewater treatment efficacy of biomaterial adsorbents.
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- Amrita Nighojkar
- Nano Surface Texturing Lab, Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DU), Pune, India
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- Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- United States Environmental Protection Agency, Cincinnati, USA
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- Department of Civil, Geological and Mining Engineering, Polytechnique Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- Nano Surface Texturing Lab, Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DU), Pune, India
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