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AWWA Water Science, Volume 3, Issue 6, November/December 2021., 2021 Abstract Eighteen private well users in North Carolina were recruited to test the performance of under‐sink, activated carbon block water filters to remove per‐ and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Monthly sampling was conducted for 8 months. Filters were certified for removal of perfluorooctanoic acid and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid under NSF ...
Riley Mulhern +5 more
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Crop, Forage &Turfgrass Management, Volume 7, Issue 1, 2021., 2021 Abstract Dredged Illinois River sand is nutrient poor and has low cation exchange capacity. Engineering this soil by adding amendments to increase nutrient retention may help sustain plant growth and absorb contaminants when the sand is used in bioslopes, bioswales, and rain gardens.
Steven F. Vaughn +4 more
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Utilization of Biosolids in Forage Production Systems in Florida [PDF]
, 2017 This four-page publication provides basic information about land application of biosolids to pastures and hayfields in Florida. The information contained in this document should be of interest to stakeholders, biosolids managers, students, and scientists
Joao M. B. Vendramini +2 more
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Emerging issues and research opportunities in vadose zone processes
Vadose Zone Journal, Volume 24, Issue 4, July/August 2025.Abstract The vadose zone—the variably saturated, near‐surface environment that is critical for ecosystem services such as food and water provisioning, climate regulation, and infrastructure support—faces increasing pressures from both anthropogenic and natural factors, including changing climatic conditions. A more comprehensive understanding of vadose
Ryan D. Stewart +32 more
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Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, Volume 43, Issue 11, Page 2365-2376, November 2024.Abstract Parabens are alkyl esters of p‐hydroxybenzoic acid that are commonly used as preservatives in personal care products such as cosmetics. Recent studies have revealed the presence of parabens in surface and tap water because of their use as disinfection products; however, little is known about their occurrence in biological samples and their ...
Macarena Rojo +7 more
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Journal of Chemical Technology &Biotechnology, Volume 99, Issue 10, Page 2119-2128, October 2024.Abstract During the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) pandemic, caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS‐CoV‐2), viral transport, fate, disinfection and environmental release in wastewater treatment plants have been issues of high importance for overall management.
Petros Kokkinos +2 more
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Do Pharmaceuticals in the Environment Pose a Risk to Wildlife?
Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, Volume 43, Issue 3, Page 595-610, March 2024.Abstract The vast majority of knowledge related to the question “To what extent do pharmaceuticals in the environment pose a risk to wildlife?” stems from the Asian vulture crisis (>99% decline of some species of Old World vultures on the Indian subcontinent related to the veterinary use of the nonsteroidal anti‐inflammatory drug [NSAID] diclofenac ...
Thomas G. Bean +5 more
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Update of the risk assessment of polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in food
EFSA Journal, Volume 22, Issue 1, January 2024.Abstract The European Commission asked EFSA to update its 2011 risk assessment on polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in food, focusing on 10 congeners: BDE‐28, ‐47, ‐49, ‐99, ‐100, ‐138, ‐153, ‐154, ‐183 and ‑209. The CONTAM Panel concluded that the neurodevelopmental effects on behaviour and reproductive/developmental effects are the critical ...
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Die-off of pathogens and assessment of risks following biosolids application in pine plantations [PDF]
, 2010 In Western Australia over 80,000 tonnes per annum of biosolids are produced from the treatment of wastewater. The biosolids is being disposed in a variety of land-application processes as a soil amendment.
Levitan, Jason
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DNA for biosolids management: A new era? [PDF]
, 2003 Contact with contaminated soils has been identified as a possible mechanism of giardiasis infection. The inadequacy of current methods to reliably detect pathogens in waste highlights the need for development of new tools.
Mullins, D. +3 more
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