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Regulating nonradicals generation through peroxymonosulfate activation via localized dipole to enhance wastewater biodegradability

Nature Communications
It is still greatly desirable to activate peroxymonosulfate (PMS) forming nonradicals for the removal of electron-rich contaminants in complex water matrices.
Zhiyong Zhao, Gaohua Yang, Pengfei Wang, Shuai Yue, Mengxue Yang, Tao Zhang, Sihui Zhan   +6 more
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Direct and Indirect Genotoxicity of Graphene Family Nanomaterials on DNA—A Review

Nanomaterials, 2021
Graphene family nanomaterials (GFNs), including graphene, graphene oxide (GO), reduced graphene oxide (rGO), and graphene quantum dots (GQDs), have manifold potential applications, leading to the possibility of their release into environments and the ...
Kangying Wu, Qixing Zhou, Shaohu Ouyang
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Enzymatic degradation of biopolymers in amorphous and molten states: mechanisms and applications

FEBS Open Bio, EarlyView.
This review explains how polymer morphology and thermal state shape enzymatic degradation pathways, comparing amorphous and molten biopolymer structures. By integrating structure–reactivity principles with insights from thermodynamics and enzyme engineering, it highlights mechanisms that enable efficient polymer breakdown.
Anđela Pustak, Aleksandra Maršavelski
wiley   +1 more source

Decabromodiphenyl ethane induces locomotion neurotoxicity and potential Alzheimer’s disease risks through intensifying amyloid-beta deposition by inhibiting transthyretin/transthyretin-like proteins

Environment International, 2022
As a major alternative to traditional brominated flame retardants (BFRs), decabromodiphenyl ethane (DBDPE) is widely used and has been commonly detected in various environmental media and organisms.
Chen Wang, Lingjun Zeng, Yeyong Li, Chongli Shi, Yi Peng, Ruolin Pan, Mengyan Huang, Susu Wang, Jin Zhang, Hui Li   +9 more
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Pollution, mortality and optimal environmental policy [PDF]

, 2012
We study an overlapping generations economy in which environmental degradation results from economic activity and affects agents' uncertain lifetimes. Life expectancy depends positively on economic activity and negatively on the stock of pollution.
Goenka, A., Jafarey, S., Pouliot, W.
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Understanding bio‐based polymers: A study of origins, properties, biodegradation and their impact on health and the environment

FEBS Open Bio, EarlyView.
This review provides an overview of bio‐based polymer sources, their unique functional properties and their environmental impact, and addresses their role as sustainable alternatives. It discusses end‐of‐life options, including composting and anaerobic digestion for renewable energy.
Sabina Kolbl Repinc, Blaž Stres, Mirica Karlovits, Igor Karlovits, Petra Jerič, Ondrej Panák, Anja Verbič, Blaž Likozar, Uroš Novak   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Thresholds in aridity and soil carbon-to-nitrogen ratio govern the accumulation of soil microbial residues

Communications Earth & Environment, 2021
Aridity, soil nutrient stoichiometry and bulk carbon content are reliable predictors of microbial residue accumulation in soil carbon pools, according to a meta-analysis of amino sugar concentrations in grasslands, woodlands and forests.
Zhiguo Hao, Yunfei Zhao, Xia Wang, Jinhong Wu, Silong Jiang, Jinjin Xiao, Kaichang Wang, Xiaohe Zhou, Huiying Liu, Jia Li, Yuxin Sun   +10 more
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Geometric Optimization and Mechanical Performance Enhancement of Auxetic Structures for High‐Impact Applications Through Fused Deposition Modeling

Advanced Engineering Materials, EarlyView.
This study explores the mechanical performance of three auxetic structures, identifying a re‐entrant‐star hybrid as the most effective for impact absorption. Finite element simulations and experiments demonstrate significant gains in energy absorption and flexural strength after geometric optimization. This study investigates the mechanical performance
Malik Hassan, Manjusri Misra, Alexander Bardelcik, Stefano Gregori, Amar K. Mohanty   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Trace Nickel Activated Biphasic Core‐CuOii/Shell‐CuOi Secondary Microspheres Enable Room Temperature Parts‐Per‐Trillion‐Level NO2 Detection

Advanced Engineering Materials, EarlyView.
An idea of designing novel sensors is proposed by creating appropriate Schottky barriers and vacancies between isomorphous Core‐CuOii/ Shell‐CuOi secondary microspheres and enhancing catalytic and spill‐over effects, and electronegativity via spontaneous biphasic separation, self‐assembly, and trace‐Ni‐doping.
Bala Ismail Adamu, Peipei Chen, Shafia Mukhtar Ibrahim, Mukhtar Lawan Adam, Attia Falak, Mokhotjwa Simon Dhlamini, Hanfu Wang, Lingxiang Jiang, Weiguo Chu   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Sustainable Synthesis of Bio‐Based Magnetic and Conductive Wood for Electromagnetic Interference Shielding Applications

Advanced Engineering Materials, EarlyView.
A wood‐based magnetic and conductive material called Magwood (MW), capable of blocking almost 99.99% of electromagnetic waves (in the X‐band frequency range), is synthesized using a simple, solvent‐free process. MW is lightweight, resists water, and is flame‐retardant, making it a promising alternative for shielding electronics. The rapid proliferation
Akash Madhav Gondaliya, Majed Amini, Mohammad Arjmand, Earl Johan Foster   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source