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Performance analysis of Picochlorum maculatum reared on a twin-layer recirculation system in nutrient recovery from aquaculture effluents
This study evaluates the feasibility of microalgae cultivation in a twin-layer recirculation system (TLRS) for nutrient removal from the aquaculture...
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Use of LCA indicators to assess Iranian sugar production systems: case study — Hamadan Province
In this research, the environmental profile of sugar produced from beet was estimated by considering the beet cultivation and the milling process in...
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Hardwood fly ash as a low-C waste has strong potential to become a value-added sorbent for removal of the herbicide terbuthylazine from the aquatic matrix
Due to intensive activities in agriculture, forestry and transport sectors, certain active components of pesticides that are prone to leaching become...
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Comparative profile of green and chemically synthesized nanomaterials from bio-hydrometallurgical leachate of e-waste on crystal violet adsorption kinetics, thermodynamics, and mass transfer and statistical models
In the present research, nano-sized copper oxide particles (CuO) were synthesized from the bio-hydrometallurgical leachate of electronic waste...
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Synthesis of potassium polyferrite KxFeyOz heterogeneous catalyst for sunflower oil ethanolic transesterification
The catalytic behavior of K/Fe catalyst in biodiesel synthesis by ethanolic transesterification of sunflower vegetable oil was investigated. The...
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Bioconversion of chicken feather waste into feather hydrolysate by multifaceted keratinolytic Bacillus tropicus LS27 and new insights into its antioxidant and plant growth-promoting properties
AbstractKeratin, the main structural constituent of feathers, contains a lot of valuable amino acids which are potential bioactive compounds as well....
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Efficient degradation of endocrine disruptor pesticides by biochar iron oxide-based nanocomposite: green synthesis, kinetics, and photoactivity
Photocatalysis is considered a promising methodology for removing pesticides from wastewater, given its cost-effectiveness and environmental...
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Biopolymer-Biochar matrix for long-term stabilization of arsenic in soil: Performance, mechanisms, and the effect of cationic heavy metals
Powder biochar has been reported as an efficient stabilizer for heavy metal contaminated soils. However, infrequent studies addressed its long-term...
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Recycling of Tungsten by Molten Salt Process
Tungsten (W) is one of the most important metals in various industries, particularly in the machining industry. At least 60% of W is consumed in...
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Biogenic silver-doped mesoporous silica nanoparticles for multifunctional eco-designed textile printing
The current study concerns the valorization of waste rice hulls into value-added materials. To achieve this goal, first, the extraction route of...
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Sorption properties of Pb2+ ions from water by alkali activated slag/biochar composites
In this study, alkali activated slag and biochar composites were investigated as a new sorbent for the removal of Pb 2+ from aqueous solutions. The...
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Releases of metal bound modified sugar beet pulp (Me2+MSBP) using various aqueous solutions: its use as slow release fertilizer
The development of fertilizer technology is directed towards the production and application of slow or controlled fertilizers. In order to prevent...
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Fabrication of polydopamine-functionalized nanobioconjugates for improved stability and catalytic efficiency towards industrial application
This study presents a design for green synthesis of silver nanoparticles and nanobioconjugates to enhance enzymatic activity and biosynthesis of...
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Characterization of Tectona grandis leaf litter compost: an ecological approach for converting leaf litter waste into organic product using composting
Safe management of plant and animal waste is one of the most pressing environmental issues the world is facing today. In the present study, leaf...
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Practical aspects of biowastes conversion to fertilizers
The paper presents different aspects of biomass-based fertilizer production along with technological challenges, relevant law — the European Union...
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Engineered Barriers for Nuclear Waste Management
Engineered barriers are used to achieve isolation and containment of nuclear waste thus to provide safety in nuclear waste management. This chapter...
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Biochar from Biomass: A Strategy for Carbon Dioxide Sequestration, Soil Amendment, Power Generation, CO2 Utilization, and Removal of Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in the Environment
Biochar is a stable form of carbon produced via the pyrolysis of biomass for use in sustainable environmental and agricultural practices. The concept...
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Effective degradation of amoxicillin using peroxymonosulfate activated with MWCNTs-CuNiFe2O4 as a new catalyst: optimization, degradation pathway, and toxicity assessment
In this study, copper-nickel ferrite (CuNiFe 2 O 4 ) nanoparticles were fabricated on multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) by co-precipitation method...
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Preparation and evaluation of two enriched biochar-based fertilizers for nutrient release kinetics and agronomic effectiveness in direct-seeded rice
Biochar is a pyrolyzed product of organic matter having enormous potential for nutrient loading and enhancing nutrient use efficiency. In the present...
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Generation of Nuclear Waste from Nuclear Power
Operation of nuclear power plants and the activities related to nuclear fuel preparation and handling of the associated waste represent the most...