Zeitschrift für Physikalische Chemie,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
238(9), P. 1647 - 1661
Published: Feb. 26, 2024
Abstract
In
this
study
a
low
cost
and
easily
available
Black
Poplar
Sawdust
(
Populus
nigra
L.)
was
converted
into
an
efficient
adsorbent
for
the
removal
of
acetamiprid
(AMR)
imidacloprid
(ICR)
pesticides
from
aqueous
solutions.
The
effect
adsorption
effecting
parameters
including
initial
concentration,
variations
in
amount,
time
contact,
pH
were
investigated
to
understand
process
both
pesticides.
Further
kinetic,
thermodynamic,
isotherm
models
used
get
insight
taking
place.
results
suggested
that
data
align
effectively
with
Langmuir
Temkin
(both
pesticides).
maximum
capacity
q
m
)
AMR
found
be
25.22
mg
g
−1
,
while
ICR,
it
25.65
.
Furthermore,
kinetics
best
described
by
pseudo-second-order
model
value
R
2
=
0.9934
&
0.9964
respectively
ICR.
thermodynamic
analysis
confirmed
spontaneity
feasibility
process,
evident
negative
∆
G
°
values
at
different
temperatures.
thermodynamics
parameter
also
is
physisorption
exothermic
due
H
value.
From
concluded
devised
could
reclamation
contaminated
water
subjected
further
verifications
through
testing
against
other
Nano-Micro Letters,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(1)
Published: March 8, 2024
Abstract
Sustainable
agriculture
plays
a
crucial
role
in
meeting
the
growing
global
demand
for
food
while
minimizing
adverse
environmental
impacts
from
overuse
of
synthetic
pesticides
and
conventional
fertilizers.
In
this
context,
renewable
biopolymers
being
more
sustainable
offer
viable
solution
to
improve
agricultural
sustainability
production.
Nano/micro-structural
supramolecular
are
among
these
innovative
that
much
sought
after
their
unique
features.
These
biomaterials
have
complex
hierarchical
structures,
great
stability,
adjustable
mechanical
strength,
stimuli-responsiveness,
self-healing
attributes.
Functional
molecules
may
be
added
flexible
structure,
enabling
novel
uses.
This
overview
scrutinizes
how
nano/micro-structural
radically
alter
farming
practices
solve
lingering
problems
sector
namely
production,
soil
health,
resource
efficiency.
Controlled
bioactive
ingredient
released
allows
tailored
administration
agrochemicals,
agents,
biostimulators
as
they
enhance
nutrient
absorption,
moisture
retention,
root
growth.
protect
crops
by
appending
antimicrobials
biosensing
entities
eco-friendliness
supports
agriculture.
Despite
potential,
further
studies
warranted
understand
optimize
usage
domain.
effort
seeks
bridge
knowledge
gap
investigating
applications,
challenges,
future
prospects
sector.
Through
experimental
investigations
theoretical
modeling,
aims
provide
valuable
insights
into
practical
implementation
optimization
agriculture,
ultimately
contributing
development
eco-friendly
solutions
productivity
impact.
Gels,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
10(8), P. 498 - 498
Published: July 27, 2024
In
recent
years,
many
researchers
have
focused
on
designing
hydrogels
with
specific
functional
groups
that
exhibit
high
affinity
for
various
contaminants,
such
as
heavy
metals,
organic
pollutants,
pathogens,
or
nutrients,
environmental
parameters.
Novel
approaches,
including
cross-linking
strategies
and
the
use
of
nanomaterials,
been
employed
to
enhance
structural
integrity
performance
desired
hydrogels.
The
evolution
these
is
further
highlighted,
an
emphasis
fine-tuning
features,
water
absorption
capacity,
pollutant/factor
sensing
selectivity,
recyclability.
Furthermore,
this
review
investigates
emerging
topic
stimuli-responsive
smart
hydrogels,
underscoring
their
potential
in
both
sorption
detection
pollutants.
By
critically
assessing
a
wide
range
studies,
not
only
synthesizes
existing
knowledge,
but
also
identifies
advantages
limitations,
describes
future
research
directions
field
chemically
engineered
purification
monitoring
low
impact
important
resource
chemists
multidisciplinary
researchers,
leading
improvements
sustainable
management
technology.
Frontiers in Bioscience-Landmark,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
29(5)
Published: May 14, 2024
Plant
diseases
caused
by
pathogens
pose
significant
threats
to
agricultural
productivity
and
food
security
worldwide.
The
traditional
approach
of
relying
on
chemical
pesticides
for
disease
management
has
proven
be
unsustainable,
emphasizing
the
urgent
need
sustainable
environmentally
friendly
alternatives.
One
promising
strategy
is
enhance
plant
resistance
against
through
various
methods.
This
review
aims
unveil
explore
effective
methods
stimulating
resistance,
transforming
vulnerable
plants
into
vigilant
defenders
pathogens.
We
discuss
both
conventional
innovative
approaches,
including
genetic
engineering,
induced
systemic
(ISR),
priming,
use
natural
compounds.
Furthermore,
we
analyze
underlying
mechanisms
involved
in
these
methods,
highlighting
their
potential
advantages
limitations.
Through
an
understanding
scientists
agronomists
can
develop
novel
strategies
combat
effectively
while
minimizing
environmental
impact.
Ultimately,
this
research
offers
valuable
insights
harnessing
plant’s
innate
defense
paves
way
practices
agriculture.
RSC Sustainability,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
2(10), P. 2805 - 2832
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
To
minimize
the
consumption
of
nonrenewable
resources
and
ensure
environmental
sustainability,
there
ought
to
be
greater
utilization
abundant
renewable
greener
nanobiopolymers,
particularly
those
derived
from
various
plants
microbes.
