STUDIES IN ENGINEERING AND EXACT SCIENCES,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
5(2), P. e12266 - e12266
Published: Dec. 17, 2024
This
study
investigates
the
use
of
Saharan
kaolin
as
a
cost-effective
and
eco-friendly
adsorbent
for
removal
Basic
Red
46
(BR46),
hazardous
industrial
azo
dye,
from
aqueous
solutions.
The
was
characterized
using
X-ray
diffraction
(XRD)
scanning
electron
microscopy
(SEM).
Batch
adsorption
experiments
were
conducted
to
evaluate
effects
variables
such
contact
time,
initial
dye
concentration,
pH,
temperature
on
process.
Results
showed
that
efficiency
increased
with
rising
concentrations
temperatures,
particularly
at
neutral
pH.
isotherms
followed
Langmuir
model,
indicating
monolayer
adsorption,
kinetics
best
described
by
pseudo-second-order
model.
Thermodynamic
parameters,
including
enthalpy,
entropy,
Gibbs
free
energy,
confirmed
endothermic
spontaneous
nature
adsorption.
These
findings
suggest
is
promising,
low-cost
alternative
removing
dyes
like
wastewater.
Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
274, P. 116181 - 116181
Published: March 8, 2024
The
emergence
of
polyvinyl
chloride
(PVC)
microplastics
(MPs)
as
pollutants
in
agricultural
soils
is
increasingly
alarming,
presenting
significant
toxic
threats
to
soil
ecosystems.
Ajwain
(Trachyspermum
ammi
L.),
a
plant
medicinal
and
culinary
value,
subjected
environmental
stressors
that
threaten
its
growth
productivity.
This
situation
particularly
acute
given
the
well-documented
toxicity
chromium
(Cr),
which
has
been
shown
adversely
affect
biomass
escalate
risks
productivity
such
economically
therapeutically
important
species.
present
study
was
conducted
investigate
individual
effects
different
levels
PVC−MPs
(0,
2,
4
mg
L−1)
Cr
150,
300
kg−1)
on
various
aspects
growth.
Specifically,
we
examined
biomass,
photosynthetic
pigments,
gas
exchange
attributes,
oxidative
stress
responses,
antioxidant
compound
activity
(both
enzymatic
nonenzymatic),
gene
expression,
sugar
content,
nutritional
status,
organic
acid
exudation,
accumulation
parts
L.)
seedlings,
were
also
exposed
varying
titanium
dioxide
(TiO2)
nanoparticles
(NPs)
25,
50
µg
mL−1).
Results
from
showed
increasing
significantly
decreased
sugars,
contents
roots
shoots
plants.
Conversely,
increased
indicators
term
malondialdehyde,
hydrogen
peroxide,
electrolyte
leakage,
exudation
pattern
T.
seedlings.
Interestingly,
application
TiO2−NPs
counteracted
leading
greater
biomass.
protective
effect
facilitated
by
NPs'
ability
sequester
reactive
oxygen
species,
thereby
reducing
lowering
concentrations
both
Our
research
findings
indicated
enhance
resilience
seedlings
toxicity,
not
only
improved
but
healthier
physiological
state
demonstrated
more
balanced
acids,
critical
response
mechanism
metal
stress.
Agriculture,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(7), P. 1078 - 1078
Published: July 4, 2024
This
study
addresses
the
integration
of
agricultural
practices,
technological
innovations,
and
energy
policies
to
achieve
carbon
neutrality
in
Mardan,
Pakistan.
A
cross-sectional
design
was
employed,
collecting
data
from
400
stakeholders
using
stratified
random
sampling.
The
analysis
involved
descriptive
statistics,
correlation
analysis,
structural
equation
modeling
(SEM),
Chi-square
tests,
multiple
regression
explore
relationships
between
sustainability
practices
(ASPs),
green
technology
implementation
(GTI),
policy
measures
(EPMs),
carbon-free
development
(CFD).
findings
indicate
strong
positive
correlations
ASPs,
GTI,
EPMs,
CFD,
with
a
relatively
high
coefficients.
SEM
path
coefficients
further
confirmed
significant
effects
ASPs
on
CFD.
It
is
concluded
that
integrating
sustainable
farming
technologies,
effective
significantly
advances
Mardan.
Policymakers
should
prioritize
promoting
farming,
investing
implementing
robust
subsidies
for
renewable
pricing
mechanisms
foster
carbon-neutral
development.
Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
283, P. 116848 - 116848
Published: Aug. 7, 2024
This
comprehensive
review
articulates
critical
insights
into
the
nexus
of
environmental
stressors
and
their
health
impacts
across
diverse
species,
underscoring
significant
findings
that
reveal
profound
effects
on
both
wildlife
human
systems.
Central
to
our
examination
is
role
pollutants,
climate
variables,
pathogens
in
contributing
complex
disease
dynamics
physiological
disruptions,
with
particular
emphasis
immune
endocrine
functions.
research
brings
light
emerging
evidence
severe
implications
pressures
a
variety
taxa,
including
predatory
mammals,
raptorial
birds,
seabirds,
fish,
humans,
which
are
pivotal
as
indicators
broader
ecosystem
stability.
We
delve
nuanced
interplay
between
degradation
zoonotic
diseases,
highlighting
novel
intersections
pose
risks
biodiversity
populations.
The
critically
evaluates
current
methodologies
advances
understanding
morphological,
histopathological,
biochemical
responses
these
organisms
stressors.
discuss
for
conservation
strategies,
advocating
more
integrated
approach
incorporates
zoonoses
pollution
control.
synthesis
not
only
contributes
academic
discourse
but
also
aims
influence
policy
by
aligning
Global
Goals
Sustainable
Development.
It
underscores
urgent
need
sustainable
interactions
humans
environments,
preserving
ensuring
global
security.
By
presenting
detailed
analysis
interdependencies
biological
health,
this
highlights
gaps
provides
foundation
future
studies
aimed
at
mitigating
pressing
issues.
Our
study
it
proposes
integrative
actionable
strategies
address
challenges
intersection
change
public
marking
crucial
step
forward
planetary
science.
