MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Environmental Science and Pollution Research International' source. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:36:05 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5657209&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22293904%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The biosorbents can be utilized as low-cost sorbents for the removal of Pb(II) ions from wastewater. PMID: 22293904 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5657209 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5657209 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5657208&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22293905%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: As a result of this study, the characteristics of wastes, their main environmental threats and the industries in which wastes could be used were defined for each group. PMID: 22293905 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5657208 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5657208 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5657207&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22293906%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS AND PERSPECTIVES: Although so far the levels of Zn in the leaves within the studied area have not reached high values, monitoring them remains a priority. Also, issues related with starch synthesis and organic ligands must be evaluated. The understanding of the predictable behavior of this halophyte is our main goal, and the results here presented can contribute to this achievement. PMID: 22293906 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5657207 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5657207 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5657206&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22293907%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The whole feathers were degraded completely by S. maltophilia DHHJ. The degraded product includes many factors to life, such as peptides, amino acids, and mineral elements. It could be applied as leaf fertilizer and hair care product. PMID: 22293907 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5657206 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5657206 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5657205&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22293908%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Tobiszewski M, Namieśnik J Abstract INTRODUCTION: Chlorinated ethanes and ethenes are among the most frequently detected organic pollutants of water. Their physicochemical properties are such that they can contaminate aquifers for decades. In favourable conditions, they can undergo degradation. In anaerobic conditions, chlorinated solvents can undergo reductive dechlorination. DEGRADATION PATHWAYS: Abiotic dechlorination is usually slower than microbial but abiotic dechlorination is usually complete. In favourable conditions, abiotic reactions bring significant contribution to natural attenuation processes. Abiotic agents that may enhance the reductive dechlorination of chlorinated ethanes and ethenes are zero-valent metals, sulph... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5657205 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5657205 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5657204&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22293909%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: We demonstrate that the experimental results are highly dependent on the reference gene chosen and that statistically significant contrasting differences between sample groups are present or absent depending on the reference gene employed. PMID: 22293909 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5657204 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5657204 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5657203&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22293910%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Long-term application of horse manure could increase soil Zn availability and uptake by corn, possibly due to its activation by SOC. In contrast, chemical fertilizer application increased DTPA extractable Fe, Mn, and Cu in soil by reducing soil pH. Our results also suggest that Mn uptake by corn originated mainly in microaggregates, whereas Zn in crops was primarily sourced from large macroaggregates and microaggregates. PMID: 22293910 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5657203 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5657203 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5657211&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22286857%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: This study demonstrated the suitability of Grau second-order kinetic model over other models, for predicting the performance of reactors R2 and R3, in treating wastewaters containing chlorinated ethanes under different organic and hydraulic loading conditions. PMID: 22286857 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5657211 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5657211 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5657210&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22286858%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The developed process is highly efficient and it can be firmly concluded that hen feather exhibits excellent adsorption capacity towards hazardous azo dye Brilliant Yellow. PMID: 22286858 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5657210 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5657210 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5637723&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22282017%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: This study demonstrates that children in these communities were exposed to DDT and its metabolites, and to other contaminants generated by the combustion of firewood. Therefore, the complex mixture studied in this study (PAHs and DDT/DDE) requires further research. PMID: 22282017 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5637723 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5637723 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5637725&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22274794%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: A comparative study of adsorption capacity of all sediment samples was carried out and discussed with respect to different aspects. Among all, sediments collected from Jade reservoir showed enhanced MC-LR adsorption (11.86 μg/g) due to favored textural properties (BET surface area = 20.24 m2/g and pore volume = 80.70 nm). PERSPECTIVES: These data provide important information that may be applied to management strategies for improvement of water quality in reservoirs and rivers and other water bodies in Taiwan. PMID: 22274794 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5637725 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5637725 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5637724&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22274795%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Cloud-point extraction coupled with flow injection-FAAS was proposed as an effective preconcentration and separation method for Pd and Pb determination in radiology waste, road dust, soil, and urban aerosol samples. The most favorable feature of this method is its much higher selectivity, sensitivity, rapidity, good extraction efficiency, and employs the green chemistry concept, as it does not require the addition of toxic chemicals. In addition, this proposed method gives very low detection limits and good relative standard. PMID: 22274795 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5637724 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5637724 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5637727&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22270755%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Nosrati R, Olad A, Maramifar R Abstract PURPOSE AND METHOD: ZnO/polyaniline nanocomposite in core-shell structure was prepared by the synthesis and adsorption of polyaniline chains on the structure of ZnO nanoparticles. Fourier transform infrared and ultraviolet-visible (UV-Vis) spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction patterns, field emission scanning electron microscopy, and transmission electron microscopy were used to characterize the composition and structure of the nanocomposite. The nanocomposite was used as an active photocatalyst for photodegradation and removal of ampicillin in aqueous solution. RESULTS: UV-Vis spectroscopy studies showed that ZnO/polyaniline nanocomposite absorbs visible light irradiation as well as ultraviolet s... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5637727 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5637727 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5637726&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22270756%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: NZVI can be simultaneously prepared and stabilized in a nondeoxygenated system. NZVI reduction is a highly efficient method for the conversion of DNTS into the corresponding diaminotoluene sulfonates under near-neutral pH conditions. Therefore, NZVI reduction may be useful in the treatment of TNT red water and subsequent recovery of diaminotoluene from explosive wastewater. PMID: 22270756 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5637726 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5637726 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619351&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22261843%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: No clear correlation between studied enteric viruses and coliphages concentration was proved. Coliphages abundance in collected samples should raise concerns about human enteric viruses transmission as these residues are reused in agricultural fields. PMID: 22261843 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619351 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619351 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619350&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22261844%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Ionic composition varied seasonally and was closely correlated to the amounts of rainfall and pollution. Trajectory analyses showed that the trajectories to Lushan Mountain could be classified in six clusters and trajectories originating from the South Sea and the areas surrounding Lushan Mountain had the greatest impacts on precipitation chemistry. PMID: 22261844 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619350 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619350 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619349&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22261845%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: From the data obtained, it is suggested that 1:20 OMW dilutions are still phytotoxic and that higher OMW dilutions should be used in order to use this waste for the irrigation of spinach plants. PMID: 22261845 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619349 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619349 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619353&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22258428%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The combination of dormant seed and herbicide resistance makes GM glyphosate-resistant canola a new and difficult California weed which was first observed in the winter of 2009. PMID: 22258428 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619353 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619353 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619352&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22258429%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Model simulations indicated that a sharp drop in the hydraulic head occurs at the center of the model area, which generates a cone of depression and a continuous decline of head with respect to time as a result of heavy groundwater abstraction. PMID: 22258429 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619352 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619352 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619355&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22252383%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This new formicide preparation can be classed as a product of low toxicity compared to the aquatic ecotoxicity of the most common commercialized formicides. PMID: 22252383 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619355 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619355 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619354&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22252384%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The findings of this study revealed that very low concentrations of silver ions at pH 8-9 and temperature >20°C have bactericidal efficacy for total disinfection of drinking water. Silver ionisation is suitable for water disinfection and an appropriate alternative to chlorination which forms carcinogenic disinfection by-products. PMID: 22252384 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619354 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619354 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619357&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22249423%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Water treatment sludge has the potential to be used as an effective immobilizing agent for soluble P in composts, and it should be trialed under field conditions. PMID: 22249423 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619357 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619357 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619356&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22249424%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: For the soil chosen, extraction at 60°C for 30 min is the best procedure for enrichment in organic chemicals and minimal alteration of the organic matter. PMID: 22249424 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619356 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619356 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619361&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22246640%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The Arrhenius and Eyring equations were used to obtain the activation parameters such as activation energy, and enthalpy, entropy, and free energy of activation for the adsorption system. Thermodynamic studies suggested the spontaneous and endothermic nature of adsorption of malachite green by corn tassel. PMID: 22246640 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619361 Sat, 14 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619361 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619359&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22246642%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The results show that: the recovery rates and the relative standard deviation were 94.0∼98.7% and 2.1∼4.0% in corn, the recovery rates and the relative standard deviation were 88.7∼93.5% and 2.8∼7.2% in water. PMID: 22246642 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619359 Sat, 14 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619359 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619358&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22246643%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: The respiratory rate was significantly increased in the HO-exposed group until 4 days post-exposure. A respiratory-related gene, β-hemoglobin, was also significantly downregulated in the spleen both at 0 and 7 days post-exposure and kidney at 3 days post-exposure in HO-exposed fish. Immunotoxicity, including suppression of antibacterial activities and downregulation of the IgM gene, was observed in HO-exposed fish until 3 days post-exposure, but not after that time. From these results, we conclude that the fish likely return to normal status around 1 week. PMID: 22246643 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619358 Sat, 14 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619358 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619362&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22241249%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The fact that Pb increase in gill and hepatic soluble fractions of the European chub was not caused by biotic factors and was spatially restricted to one site with increased dissolved Pb concentration in the river water points to the applicability of this parameter as early indicator of Pb exposure in monitoring of natural waters. PMID: 22241249 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619362 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619362 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619360&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22246641%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The estimated half-life of the phototransformation of APAP in the natural aqueous environment and in the presence of suitable photoinductors will be about 30 days or more. PMID: 22246641 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619360 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619360 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619366&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22237505%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kreider M, Panko J PMID: 22237505 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619366 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619366 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619365&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22237506%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: These data might point to a number of novel and significant biomarkers for evaluating the contamination levels of DM and provide useful insight into the mechanisms of DM toxicity in vivo. PMID: 22237506 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619365 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619365 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619364&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22237507%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: A possible mechanism for the photocatalytic decomposition of MO in the study was proposed. The formation of Fe(III)-oxalate complexes on the surface of schwertmannite was a precursor of H(2)O(2) and Fe(II) production, further leading to the yield of ·OH responsible for the decomposition of MO. PMID: 22237507 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619364 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619364 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619363&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22237508%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Thus, Araucaria leaves can be considered as one of the cheap and efficient biosorbent for toxic hexavalent chromium removal from natural or wastewaters. PMID: 22237508 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619363 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619363 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619369&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22234851%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: These results are relevant in the field of phytoremediation application and, moreover, they highlight the safety of using DT tobacco plants because nontoxic products were formed after an efficient 2,4-DCP removal. PMID: 22234851 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619369 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619369 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619368&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22234852%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Due to high capability of the fuzzy-logic methodology in capturing the non-linear interactions, it was demonstrated that a complex dynamic system, such as Fenton's oxidation, could be easily modeled. PMID: 22234852 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619368 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619368 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619367&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22234853%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The fish represent one of the most indicative factors for the estimation of trace metals pollution in freshwater systems and this is important not only for monitoring purposes, but also for the fish culture ones. PMID: 22234853 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619367 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619367 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619372&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22231370%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The present results indicate that exogenous SA is able to improve the wheat tolerance to isoproturon toxicity. PMID: 22231370 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619372 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619372 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619371&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22231371%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ramachandran S, Kedia S Abstract Aerosol radiative effects over two environmentally distinct locations, Kanpur (urban site) and Gandhi College (rural location) in the Indo-Gangetic plain (IGP), a regional aerosol hot spot, utilizing the measured optical and physical characteristics of aerosols, an aerosol optical properties model and a radiative transfer model, are examined. Shortwave aerosol radiative forcing (ARF) at the top of the atmosphere (TOA) is < -12 W m( - 2) over Kanpur and Gandhi College. ARF at the surface is ≥ -30 W m( - 2). Atmospheric warming is maximum during premonsoon (>30 W m( - 2)). Shortwave atmospheric heating due to aerosols is >0.4 K/day over IGP and peaks during premonsoon at >0.6 K/day due to lower single sca... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619371 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619371 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619370&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22231372%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Thus, as an environmental pollutant, the oxidation hair dyes have a toxic effect on P. chrysosporium at both cellular and molecular levels. PMID: 22231372 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619370 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619370 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619374&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22227831%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Predictive and generalization abilities of both the RSM and ANN models were comparable. The synthesized ZVBMNPs may be used for an efficient reductive removal of CP from the water. PMID: 22227831 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619374 Sun, 08 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619374 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619373&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22227832%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Elevated concentrations of psychoactive drugs indicate a strong persistence of these compounds in the environment under anoxic aquifer conditions. Results suggest that the heritage of sewage irrigation will affect raw water quality in the area for decades. Therefore, further monitoring of raw and final drinking water is recommended to ensure that contaminant concentrations remain below the health-based precautionary value. PMID: 22227832 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619373 Sun, 08 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619373 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619378&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22227806%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Experiments showed an observed degradation rate k ((obs)) directly proportional to the amount of iron. 4-Nonylphenol degradation reactions demonstrated first-order kinetics with a half-life of about 10.5 ± 0.5 and 3.5 ± 0.2 min when experiments were conducted at [ZVI] = 1 and 30 g/l respectively. Three analytical techniques were employed to monitor 4-nonylphenol degradation and mineralization: (1) spectrofluorimetry; (2) high-performance liquid chromatography; (3) total organic carbon meter (TOC meter). Results showed a complete disappearance of 4-nonylphenol after 20 min of contact with ZVI. The intermediate by-products of the reaction were not identified but the disappearance of NP was monitored by the three above-mentioned techniques. ... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619378 Sat, 07 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619378 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619377&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22227807%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: The transport parameters showed the same order of infiltration and dispersion: fly ash < bottom ash < limestone. The order of measured alkalinity was: limestone < fly ash < bottom ash, with pH values of 9.34, 12.07, and 12.25, respectively. The limestone kinetics of acidic drainage neutralization was first order with reaction rate constant k = 0.0963 min(-1), bottom ash was 3/4 with k = 0.0723 mol(1/4) L(-1/4) min(-1), and the fly ash had higher order kinetics, 4/3, with reaction rate constant k = 27.122 L(1/3) mol(-1/3) min(-1). However, by mathematical modeling, it was found that due to a combination of transport and kinetics, only limestone treatment reached a pH above 6 within 5 years, corresponding to the ideal as planned. PMID: 2... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619377 Sat, 07 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619377 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619376&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22227808%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: These increased concentrations appear to be due to the effects of climate change, lake management and their presence in mill effluent, with subsequent discharge to the lake. Attenuation of colour was found to be predominantly through removal of high molecular weight aromatic compounds where the removal processes could be through adsorption and co-precipitation with divalent metals, as well as through dilution processes. PMID: 22227808 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619376 Sat, 07 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619376 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619375&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22227809%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: All results showed that the soil microbial community structure differed significantly with the exposure to diesel. In reed rhizosphere, the soil microorganisms exhibited a strong resistance to diesel fuel. It confirmed that the root of reed improved the biodegradation ability of soil microorganisms for diesel pollutants and they could be reasonably matched to cure and restore the ecological environment of oil-contaminated wetlands. PMID: 22227809 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619375 Sat, 07 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619375 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5577142&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22222873%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The estimated excess cancer risk analysis showed that inhalation of Pb could result in cancer for one or two persons per million of population in the Korean peninsula. PMID: 22222873 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5577142 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5577142 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5577144&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22215320%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The results indicated that CuCH could be applied for the removal of organophosphorous pesticides. PMID: 22215320 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5577144 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5577144 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5577143&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22215321%26dopt%3DAbstract In this study, fluorescence spectra and fluorescence quenching methods were used to evaluate the humification degree of DOM and calculate the complexing capacities and the stability constants between DOM and Cu (II). RESULTS AND DISCUSSION: Two defined peaks, at wavelengths of 260∼300 nm (peak I) and 300∼350 nm (peak II), could be identified for soil DOM at a Δλ value of 30 nm. In sediment DOM extracts, a third peak (III) was observed near 364 nm. The results show that there is a significant difference in the structure of DOM because of different sources. The humification degree is significantly higher for soil samples than those of sediment samples. The FT-IR spectra of DOM show that structure in sediment DOM is more functional groups than those in... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5577143 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5577143 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5577145&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22213099%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: A new strain of Pseudomonas has been isolated from soil that is able to adhere to PES and degrade this polymer efficiently. This organism has the potential to be implemented as a useful tool for bioremediation of PES-derived materials. PMID: 22213099 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5577145 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5577145 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5558823&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22207236%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The heterocatalytic Fenton oxidation process efficiently increased the biodegradability index (BOD/COD) of the tannery effluent. The optimized conditions for the heterocatalytic Fenton oxidation of organics in tannery effluent were pH 3.5, reaction time-4 h, and H(2)O(2)/FeSO(4)·7H(2)O in the molar ratio of 2:1. PMID: 22207236 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5558823 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5558823 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5558822&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22207237%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The main removal mechanism of PhACs and musks studied in the WWTP was most often biological (45%), followed by adsorption (33%) and by UV radiation (22%). In the majority of the cases, the WWTP achieved >75% removal of the most detected PhACs and musks, with the exception of diclofenac. PMID: 22207237 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5558822 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5558822 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5558821&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22207238%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The adsorption capacity of the MIP is 40% more than commercially used PAC and resins and also the polymer showed reusable potential which is one of the important criteria in selection of cyanotoxins remediation methods. PMID: 22207238 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5558821 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5558821 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5558820&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22207239%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Studies have shown that date palm-based adsorbents are the most promising adsorbents for removing unwanted materials. No previous review is available where researchers can get an overview of the adsorption capacities of date palm-based adsorbent used for the adsorption of different pollutants. This review provides the recent literature demonstrating the usefulness of date palm biomass-based adsorbents in the adsorption of various pollutants. PMID: 22207239 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5558820 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5558820 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5558828&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22203399%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Ribentiegancongwang and Wuyeqi could be identified as Cd-excluding cultivars. Low bioaccumulation factor of the roots was the main mechanism of Cd-excluding welsh onion cultivars. PMID: 22203399 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5558828 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5558828 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5558827&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22203400%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: In this work, two types of biobarriers were efficiently coupled to electrokinetic treatment to decontaminate soil with Cr(VI). Furthermore, the viability of the new coupling technology developed (electrokinetic + biobarriers) to treat low-permeability polluted soils was demonstrated. PMID: 22203400 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5558827 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5558827 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5558826&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22203401%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Diagnostic ratios were used to identify potential sources of PAHs. Results showed that vehicle emissions may be the major source of PAHs, especially in summer, with a prevalent contribution of diesel engines rather than gasoline engines at the three sites studied, independently of the seasons. PMID: 22203401 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5558826 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5558826 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5558825&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22203402%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The strain E. aerogenes can be used in bioremediation of Cr (VI) since it could work in actual environmental conditions with extraordinarily high capacity. PMID: 22203402 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5558825 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5558825 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5558824&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22203403%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Because BTs are regularly found in the aquatic environment at lower μg l(-1) concentrations reflecting their persistence and poor elimination during wastewater treatment processes, a preliminary risk assessment was conducted. There is little indication that BTs pose a risk for aquatic ecosystems at current exposure levels during most of the year. However, it cannot be excluded that in winter with a higher usage of ADAFs environmental concentrations may well exceed the level that is considered safe for aquatic organisms. PMID: 22203403 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5558824 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5558824 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5527769&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22183785%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Toxic chemicals leached even during the short-term leaching in water, mainly from plasticized PVC and epoxy products. PMID: 22183785 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5527769 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5527769 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5527770&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22173994%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: We conclude that temperature tends to enhance the toxic effects on aquatic alga and these alterations might have serious consequences on ecosystem equilibrium and aquatic plant communities. PMID: 22173994 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5527770 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5527770 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509279&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22170248%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Morfeld P, McCunney RJ, Levy L, Chaudhuri IS PMID: 22170248 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509279 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509279 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509278&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22170249%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: These results suggest that the body-size pattern of ciliated zooplankton might be used as a potential indicator of marine water quality. PMID: 22170249 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509278 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509278 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509289&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22161116%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Optimum conditions suggested by the second-order polynomial regression model for attaining maximum decolorization were dye concentration 4.83 mg/L, electrode surface area 15 cm(2), voltage 14.19 V, and treatment time of 34.58 min. PMID: 22161116 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509289 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509289 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509288&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22161117%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Photolytic decomposition of aqueous CIP leads to genotoxic transformation products. This proves that irradiated samples of CIP are able to exert heritable genotoxic effects on human liver cells in vitro. Therefore, photolysis as a technique for wastewater treatment needs to be evaluated in detail in further studies, not only for CIP but in general. PMID: 22161117 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509288 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509288 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509287&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22161118%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The present fluidized bed bioreactor setup with indigenously isolated fungal strain in its immobilized form is efficiently able to convert the parent toxic dye into less toxic by-products. PMID: 22161118 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509287 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509287 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509283&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22161297%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Both the algal biomasses had heterogeneous surfaces and followed pseudo second-order chemical kinetics. Thermodynamic parameters proved that the biosorption by both the biomasses were spontaneous, feasible and endothermic processes. Desorption studies proved the worth of the algal biomasses as biosorbents in industrial level. PMID: 22161297 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509283 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509283 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509282&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22161298%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Consortium ZE was found to be more efficient and faster in the degradation of RBB when compared to degradation by Z. angustifoila and E. aestuarii individually. PMID: 22161298 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509282 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509282 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509281&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22161299%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: We consider that B. musculus is a suitable species to assess environmental quality, especially for bioaccumulable pollutants-such as metals-and recommend that it may be considered as a sentinel species. PMID: 22161299 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509281 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509281 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509280&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22161300%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The results of the study suggest that the effectiveness of compost amendment used for stabilization of Cd and to decrease the phytoavailability of Cd for rice plants is different in acidic and alkaline soils. In acidic soil, Cd fractionation redistributes quickly after compost amendment and shows a significant reduction of Cd accumulation by the plant within a few weeks. In alkaline soil, due to the strongly bound fractions of Cd being in greater quantity than the weakly bound ones, a longer period (a few months) to redistribute Cd fractions is needed. PMID: 22161300 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509280 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509280 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509286&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22161144%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: For the complete degradation experiments, the mineralization rates of total organic carbon disappearance are generally following the RB5 decolorization kinetic trend. These findings can facilitate the application of TiO(2) nanoparticles to the design of photodegradation treatments for wastewater. PMID: 22161144 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509286 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509286 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509285&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22161145%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The results indicated that all P treatments were effective in immobilizing Pb. The effect on the immobilization of Cu and Zn varied with the different P treatments and evaluation methods. Metal-sensitive plants are more responsive to the P treatments than metal-resistant plants. Planting affects leaching of metals in the P-amended soils, specially leaching of colloid fraction. The conventional assessment on leaching risks of heavy metals by determining dissolved metals (filtered through 0.45-μm pore size membrane) in leachates could be underestimated since colloid fraction may also contribute to the leaching. PMID: 22161145 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509285 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509285 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509284&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22161146%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The reported method is capable for the removal of arsenate completely (100% removal) from groundwater of Ballia district. There was no change in the groundwater quality after the removal of arsenate. The treated water was safe for drinking, bathing, and recreation purposes. Therefore, this method may be the choice of arsenate removal from natural groundwater. PMID: 22161146 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509284 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509284 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509291&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22146912%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Results indicate that histochemical in situ analyses of root cell death and lipid peroxidation under Pb short-term stress was sensitive, reliable, and fast. Higher tolerance in roots of accumulating ecotype under Pb stress did depend on effective free oxygen scavenging by making complex function of both constitutively higher activities and sensitive induction of key antioxidant enzymes in root cells of S. alfredii. PMID: 22146912 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509291 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509291 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509302&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22139343%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lee CS, Lim YW, Kim HH, Yang JY, Shin DC Abstract BACKGROUND, AIM, AND SCOPE: The purpose of this study was to monitor and present the heavy metal concentrations in the blood of residents of areas near municipal waste incinerators (MWIs), who are more prone to environmental pollution. We also sought to compare and analyze the residents' perception of environmental pollution as one of the factors affecting heavy metal concentrations in the blood using a survey about the perceived damage caused by the facilities. Since heavy metal levels in the blood can be affected not only by local environmental pollution but also by personal and occupational factors, heavy metal levels in the blood need to be verified and consistently monitored. METHODS: ... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509302 Sun, 04 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509302 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509308&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22139299%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Soares EV, Soares HM Abstract The release of heavy metals into the environment, mainly as a consequence of anthropogenic activities, constitutes a worldwide environmental pollution problem. Unlike organic pollutants, heavy metals are not degraded and remain indefinitely in the ecosystem, which poses a different kind of challenge for remediation. It seems that the "best treatment technologies" available may not be completely effective for metal removal or can be expensive; therefore, new methodologies have been proposed for the detoxification of metal-bearing wastewaters. The present work reviews and discusses the advantages of using brewing yeast cells of Saccharomyces cerevisiae in the detoxification of effluents containing heavy metals. The current knowledge of the mecha... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509308 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509308 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509303&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22139300%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: The indoor air within the tents was seriously polluted, mainly due to yak dung combustion. Average trace metal concentrations were much higher (range of indoor/outdoor ratio 61-291) than those of the outdoor air. Additionally, enrichment factors of most trace metals of indoor air were similar to those of outdoor air, indicating outdoor air quality of the studied area was possibly influenced by pollutants emitted from local tents. Mean concentrations of total PAHs and BaP within tents was 5372.45 and 364.79 ng/m(3), hundred times higher than that of outdoor air of the Tibetan Plateau. Three- and four-ring PAHs were the predominant components. The diagnostic ratio of BaA/(BaA + Chr) was 0.33. Since Tibetan women typically spend longer time within the tents, they w... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509303 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509303 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509319&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22134860%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: L-Cht/γ-Fe(2)O(3) is a promising material to remove RR198 and probably other similar reactive dyes from aqueous effluents. PMID: 22134860 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509319 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509319 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509318&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22134861%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fu D, Teng Y, Luo Y, Tu C, Li S, Li Z, Christie P Abstract BACKGROUND: A climate-controlled pot experiment was conducted to investigate the effects of planting alfalfa and applying organic fertilizer on the dissipation of benzo[a]pyrene from an aged contaminated agricultural soil. RESULTS: Short-term planting of alfalfa inhibited the dissipation of benzo[a]pyrene from the soil by 8.9%, and organic fertilizer enhanced benzo[a]pyrene removal from the soil by 11.6% compared with the unplanted and unfertilized treatments, respectively. No significant interaction was observed between alfalfa and organic fertilizer on benzo[a]pyrene dissipation. Sterilization completely inhibited the removal of benzo[a]pyrene from the soil indicating tha... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509318 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509318 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509310&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22134862%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: Within 2-3 days of treatment application, encouraging results were achieved in total dry solids (TDS), total suspended solid (TSS), turbidity, chemical oxygen demand (COD), specific resistance to filtration (SRF), and pH due to fungal treatment in recognition of bioseparation and dewaterability of wastewater sludge compared to control. The significant reduction of TDS was remarked at fungal biomass (FB) in wheat flour (WF) treatment. The removal of TSS, turbidity, COD, and SRF were observed 96.0%, 99.4%, 92.6%, and 97.6%, respectively, in supernatant at 5 days by FB in WF. The SRF measuring the dewaterability was decreased with maximum (0.26 × 10(-12) mg/kg) equivalent to 95.5% at 2 days in FB in WF also. FB in WF broth is a potential, environmental friendly... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509310 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509310 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5509320&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22124802%26dopt%3DAbstract In this study, manganese dioxide-coated multiwall carbon nanotube (MnO(2)/CNT) nanocomposite has been successfully synthesized. METHODS: The as-produced nanocomposite was characterized by different characteristic tools, such as X-ray diffraction, SEM, and FTIR. The MnO(2)/CNT nanocomposite was utilized as a fixed bed in a column system for removal of lead(II) from water. The experimental conditions were investigated and optimized. The pH range between 3 and 7 was studied; the optimum removal was found when the pH was equal to 6 and 7. The thickness of MnO(2)/CNT nanocomposite compact layer was also changed to find the optimum parameter for higher removal. RESULT: It was observed that the slower the flow rates of the feed solutio... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5509320 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5509320 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5454121&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22120124%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Artificial enhancement via the combination of sediment discharging and influent velocity gradient increasing could enhance the biofilm formation and autotrophic AOB enrichment in oligotrophic niche. PMID: 22120124 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5454121 Sun, 27 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5454121 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5454120&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22120125%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Simultaneous in situ immobilization of metal(oid) in acidic topsoils is possible through aided phytostabilization. PMID: 22120125 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5454120 Sun, 27 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5454120 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5454123&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22116734%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Stasinakis AS, Mermigka S, Samaras VG, Farmaki E, Thomaidis NS Abstract PURPOSE: The presence of four phenolic endocrine disrupting compounds (EDCs: nonylphenol [NP], NP monoethoxylate[NP1EO], bisphenol A [BPA], triclosan, [TCS]) and four nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs: ibuprofen[IBF], ketoprofen [KFN], naproxen [NPX], diclofenac [DCF]) in a Greek river receiving treated municipal wastewater was investigated in this study. METHODS: Samples were taken from four different points of the river and from the outlet of a sewage treatment plant (STP) during six sampling campaigns, and they were analyzed using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry. RESULTS: According to the results, EDCs were dete... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5454123 Fri, 25 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5454123 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5454122&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22116735%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The mineralization process steps involved the oxidative opening of the aromatic or cyclic TRK by-products, leading to the formation of short-chain carboxylic acids, and, then, of carbon dioxide and inorganic ions. PMID: 22116735 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5454122 Fri, 25 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5454122 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5454125&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22113319%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: The highest activities of (131)I, (134)Cs, and (136)Cs were found in fresh snow precipitated on 02 April 2011, at 0.83, 0.092, and 0.002 Bq L(-1) of meltwater, respectively. The (131)I/(134)Cs ratio decreased from 9.0 on 02 April to 1.2 on 27 April, which is consistent with the radioactive decay of (131)I. This fallout can only have originated from the accidental emission of Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant, Japan, in March 2011. PMID: 22113319 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5454125 Thu, 24 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5454125 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5454124&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22113320%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ibáñez SG, Alderete LG, Medina MI, Agostini E Abstract Common vetch (Vicia sativa L.) is a legume species with an extensive agricultural use. However, the phytoremediation potentiality of this species has not been sufficiently explored because little is known about its resistance to inorganic and organic pollutants. In the present work, phenol tolerance of common vetch was assayed at different stages of growth. Germination index and germination rate decreased only at high phenol concentrations (250 and 500 mg L - (1)), whereas 30-day-old plants were able to tolerate this pollutant, with high removal efficiencies. The activities of antioxidative enzymes, such as peroxidase (POD) and ascorbate peroxidase, increased significantly with the highest phenol concentration,... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5454124 Thu, 24 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5454124 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5454127&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22095199%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Our data indicate that laser printers and photocopiers could be a relevant source of fine particles and particularly UFP in office rooms. PMID: 22095199 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5454127 Fri, 18 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5454127 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5454126&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22095200%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The probabilistic risk assessment approach, which can provide more information for risk managers and decision makers, was favored over the screening-level single-value estimate method. However, the results from all tiers of the ERA methods in the framework were consistent with each other. PMID: 22095200 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5454126 Fri, 18 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5454126 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5454129&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22090256%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This study investigated not only the macroscopic root growth and Cu accumulation by grapevine, but also the microscopic changes in root tissue at the cell level after the exposure experiment. Based on the BAFs and TFs, the grapevine could be considered a Cu-exclusive plant. For toxic effects on the exposure of roots to Cu, this study also revealed that root growth, as well as the histological changes in rhizodermal cells, can be used as phytotoxic indicators of grapevine under Cu stress. PMID: 22090256 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5454129 Thu, 17 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5454129 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5454128&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22090257%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: This review examines the most important national and international policies and agreements for controlling mercury emissions from coal-fired combustion systems. To provide a global perspective, this study lists the countries with the largest estimated mercury emissions and regulatory efforts to reduce them. PMID: 22090257 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5454128 Thu, 17 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5454128 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5415929&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22086612%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Some of the Pt and Pt in surface samples were derived from anthropogenic emissions. Pt and Pd were delivered to the sediment by fluvial input. In addition to vehicle exhaust catalysts, Pt and Pd were derived from other sources (e.g., industrial process). An important post-burial remobilization process of Pt and Pd is likely to be particle mixing by billows caused by typhoon. PMID: 22086612 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5415929 Wed, 16 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5415929 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5415930&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22083414%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Our results revealed that equilibrium time could be shortened during passive sampling as polymer membranes of lower density are used. In some areas, marine ecosystems may not be in equilibrium with respect to concentrations of organic contaminants and abundance of marine plastic debris. In such cases, different polymer densities should be taken into account in risk assessments. PMID: 22083414 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5415930 Tue, 15 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5415930 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5415934&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22081369%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Chauhan SK, Shukla A, Gangopadhyay S, Sharma S PMID: 22081369 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5415934 Sat, 12 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5415934 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5415933&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22081370%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: This analysis showed that the metal concentrations in the intestinal and gastric extracts are mainly dependent on the concentrations found in BCR phases 1 and 2 for each metal ion except for Cr, which was mainly dependent on the concentrations found in BCR phase 3. From the chemometric technique of correlation analysis, it was concluded that the metals extracted using BCR phases 1 and 2 are more likely to be bioaccessible, i.e. are also extracted by gastric and intestinal digestion solutions. When the correlation and PCA results were interpreted together, it indicated that the bioaccessiblity of Zn, Pb, Mn and Cd were higher than As, Ba, Cr, Ni and Cu for these soils. PMID: 22081370 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution ... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5415933 Sat, 12 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5415933 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5415932&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22081371%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Red mud was the most effective material for lowering extractable Pb and Zn levels simultaneously while mill mud and compost were notably effective for Pb. A field evaluation in the study area is justified. PMID: 22081371 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5415932 Sat, 12 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5415932 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5415931&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22081372%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This study demonstrated that the bacterial communities from all regions sampled were not only metabolically active with the capacity to utilize several different compounds as energy sources but also were genetically diverse. This study is the first to focus on the overall bacterial community, providing insight into this vital component of stream ecosystems. Understanding the bacterial components of aquatic systems such as the Anacostia River will increase our knowledge of the overall structure and function of the ecological communities in polluted systems, subsequently enhancing our ability to improve the health of this important tidal river. PMID: 22081372 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5415931 Sat, 12 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5415931 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5415936&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22076251%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Krämer W Abstract The recent claim made in this journal that nuclear bomb tests and the Chernobyl disaster caused distortions in the secondary sex ratio is shown to be a likely artifact of data mining, misused statistics, and misreading of the evidence. In particular, the concept of statistical "significance" and its limitations do not seem to be fully understood, and important confounding factors have not been accounted for. PMID: 22076251 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5415936 Fri, 11 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5415936 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5415935&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22076252%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: This is the first research on the QSRR of the organic pollutants in textile wastewaters and landfill leachate against the retention time. PMID: 22076252 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5415935 Fri, 11 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5415935 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5415938&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22072117%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: The effects of bacteria activity and growth on the metal-organic complexes were evaluated through changes in free Cu(2+) ions, total dissolved, and total particulate Cu. To be sure that the added copper would be complexed to the exudates, its complexing properties were previously determined. The cyanobacteria exudate-Cu complexes were furnished to bacteria that were further used as a food source to the protozoan Paramercium caudatum. This was then furnished as food to the copepod Mesocyclops sp. The results showed that, in general, the cyanobacterial exudates decreased Cu bioavailability and toxicity to the first trophic level (bacteria), but because the heterotrophic bacteria accumulated Cu, they were responsible for the transference for the otherwise low availabili... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5415938 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5415938 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5415937&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22072118%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Mineralization of the process was investigated by measuring the total organic carbon (TOC), and the TOC decreased by 87.0% after 60 min. This process could be used as a pretreatment method for wastewater containing ofloxacin. PMID: 22072118 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5415937 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5415937 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5415940&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22057850%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The purification scheme proved to be efficient for decontaminating water containing cyprodinil formulated with antifoaming/defoaming agents, but additional treatments for the adsorbed residues still appear to be necessary even for a moderately persistent pesticide such as cyprodinil. Furthermore, a significant conclusion of this study concerns the high influence of pesticide formulations on the process of purification of water containing these compounds, which should be taken into account when developing innovative decontamination schemes, especially for practical applications. PMID: 22057850 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5415940 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5415940 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5415939&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22057851%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The method has been applied for the preconcentration of trace amount of Pb(II) in environmental water samples with satisfying results. PMID: 22057851 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5415939 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5415939 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5415941&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22057832%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Furthermore, the excessive use of TCS is suspected to increase the risk of emergence of TCS-resistant bacteria and the selection of resistant strains. PMID: 22057832 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5415941 Sat, 05 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5415941 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5377913&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22051976%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: By comparison with available sediment quality guideline (SQG) values, the environmental significance and toxicological implications of PCBs and OCs (i) reveal the probable adverse effects for the sediments from C1, C5, C6, C9 and (ii) confirm the adverse effect for marine biota and more particularly for benthic communities at C2-C4, C7 and C8. PMID: 22051976 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5377913 Fri, 04 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5377913 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5377914&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22037806%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Ambient air quality parameters were correlated with the biochemical characteristics of plant leaves and significant changes were observed in the plants biochemical characteristics due to the air pollution stress. PMID: 22037806 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5377914 Thu, 27 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5377914 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5377915&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22037805%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: The mean total PM concentrations were 48.6 ± 34.0, 34.8 ± 11.6, 28.6 ± 13.6, 21.5 ± 9.1, and 16.8 ± 5.1 μg/m(3) for the Göztepe, Beşiktaş, Avcılar, Rasathane, and Kilyos stations, respectively. The total PM concentrations were found to be 1.2-1.5 times higher in the fall and winter than in the spring and summer, except for at the station in Avcılar. The PM concentrations in Avcılar did not exhibit seasonal variations. This is thought to result from the intense industrial activity in the area. PM(2.6) (below 2.6 μm particles) comprised up to 62% of the total amount of PM in samples collected at the Göztepe, Beşiktaş, and Rasathane stations during the fall and winter. PM(1) was determined to be approximately 45% of the total, corre... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5377915 Wed, 26 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5377915 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5343493&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22012198%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Therefore, this study recommends an intelligent control of primary aerosols and precursor gases (NO( x ), SO(2), and NH(3)) for achieving reduction in PM(2.5) levels. PMID: 22012198 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5343493 Thu, 20 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5343493 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5343492&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22012199%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Bergmann A, Bi Y, Chen L, Floehr T, Henkelmann B, Holbach A, Hollert H, Hu W, Kranzioch I, Klumpp E, Küppers S, Norra S, Ottermanns R, Pfister G, Roß-Nickoll M, Schäffer A, Schleicher N, Schmidt B, Scholz-Starke B, Schramm KW, Subklew G, Tiehm A, Temoka C, Wang J, Westrich B, Wilken RD, Wolf A, Xiang X, Yuan Y Abstract Water of good quality is one of the basic needs of human life. Worldwide, great efforts are being undertaken for an assured water supply. In this respect, one of the largest water technology projects worldwide is the Yangtze Three Gorges Dam in China. There is a need for extensive scientific and technical understanding of the challenges arising from this large hydrological engineering project. German and Chinese groups from various scientific fields are c... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5343492 Thu, 20 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5343492 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5343494&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22009074%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The sorption capacities of the synthesized zeolites had improved sorption capacities for the sequestration of p-NP and can be utilized as low-cost sorbents for treatment of p-nitrophenolic wastewater. PMID: 22009074 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5343494 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5343494 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5343497&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22006505%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Aerosol induced large surface cooling, which was relatively higher during summer as compared to the winter suggesting an increase in dust loading over the station. The total atmospheric heating rate at Delhi averaged during the observation was found to be 2.42 ± 0.72 K day(-1), of which the anthropogenic fraction contributed as much as ∼73%. PMID: 22006505 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5343497 Tue, 18 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5343497 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5343496&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22006506%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Environmental investigations revealed unsuspected contamination from air-conditioning discharge that contributed greater Cu annual loads to an urban stream compared to stormwater inputs. This discovery helped reassess treatment strategies for regaining ecological integrity in the ecosystem. PMID: 22006506 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5343496 Tue, 18 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5343496 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5343495&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22006507%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The similarity of the performance of the A. donax- and P. australis-planted beds indicates that either may be used in horizontal subsurface flow wetlands treating aquaculture wastewater, although the planting of A. donax provides additional opportunities for secondary income streams through utilization of the energy-rich biomass produced. PMID: 22006507 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5343495 Tue, 18 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5343495 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5343498&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21997282%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The overall effect of the two simultaneous effects of DDPB on liquid-vapor and solid-vapor processes was a decreased volatilization loss of PAHs from soil. Inhibition of PAH volatilization was more significant for the soil with a lower moisture content. PMID: 21997282 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5343498 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5343498 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5343499&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21993872%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The SCF provides a well-structured approach for European pollutant source and release classification and management. With further optimisation and demonstration testing, the SCF has the potential to be fully implemented throughout Europe. PMID: 21993872 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5343499 Thu, 13 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5343499 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5310696&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21987225%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Lack of reaction of phosphogypsum with the subsurface layer is unlikely to be a major factor limiting revegetation of residue sand since in the absence of phosphogypsum the excess Na(+) leaches with the residual alkalinity (HCO (3) (-) /CO (3) (2-) ) rather than SO (4) (2-) . PMID: 21987225 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5310696 Tue, 11 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5310696 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5310695&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21987226%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Although PMF was unable to resolve gasoline vehicle and evaporative emissions, it was found to be successful in explaining diurnal fluctuations in source strengths, while the performance of PCA depends on the strength of emission source. PMID: 21987226 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5310695 Tue, 11 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5310695 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5310697&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21983888%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The catalase activity was found to be most susceptible to arsenate stress as its activity started declining from very beginning of the experiment. P. cocoes also proved to be an excellent accumulator of arsenate whose concentration increased in the thallus corresponding to its increase in the treatment and duration. Thus, it can be utilized for active biomonitoring of arsenic pollution. PMID: 21983888 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5310697 Sat, 08 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5310697 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5294635&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21969186%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: These findings show that biomimetic iron-porphyrin is an efficient catalyst for the covalent binding of polyhalogenated phenols to humic molecules, thereby suggesting that the co-polymerization reaction may become a useful technology to remediate soils and waters contaminated by polyhalogenated phenols and their analogues. PMID: 21969186 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5294635 Tue, 04 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5294635 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5294637&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21964549%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Acesulfame can be expected to be found in anthropogenic-influenced raw water used for drinking water production. However, when ACE OP170 is formed during ozonation, it is not expected to cause any problem for drinking water suppliers, because the primary findings suggest its removal in subsequent treatment steps, such as activated carbon filters. PMID: 21964549 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5294637 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5294637 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5294636&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21964550%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: The increase in enzyme activities demonstrated that seedlings were more tolerant to Pb stress than cuttings. These results also indicate that the antioxidant system may play an important role in eliminating or alleviating the toxicity of Pb in J. curcas seedlings and cuttings. The accumulation of Pb increased in a concentration-dependent manner; however, its translocation from root to shoot was low. The cuttings accumulated significantly higher Pb in roots than seedlings. PMID: 21964550 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5294636 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5294636 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5274512&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21953181%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Pringault O, Viret H, Duran R Abstract PURPOSE: The main goals of this study were (1) to examine the effects of zinc on the microbial community structure of anthropogenically impacted sediments in a tropical coastal ecosystem and (2) to determine whether these microbial benthic communities may enhance the adsorption of zinc. METHODS: The interactions between zinc and bacteria in tropical sediments were studied in sediment microcosms amended with 2.5 mg L(-1) of Zn in the water phase and incubated for 8 days under different environmental conditions, oxic/anoxic and glucose addition. At the end of incubation, microbial structure was assessed by molecular fingerprints (T-RFLP) analysis and Zn speciation in the sediment was determin... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5274512 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5274512 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5274516&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21948141%26dopt%3DAbstract This study will improve our understanding of the determinants of lake water quality and help to design efficient strategies for controlling eutrophication in the plateau region. PMID: 21948141 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5274516 Tue, 27 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5274516 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5274515&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21948142%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The kinetics of degradation using sunlight + Fe (II) + H(2)O(2) was found to be fastest when compared to the other processes. The degradation was found to follow first-order kinetics. Formation of acidic intermediates was suspected from the observed pH changes during the degradation processes. PMID: 21948142 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5274515 Tue, 27 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5274515 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5274514&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21948143%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Selected PAH ratios suggested that PAHs mainly came from the contamination of pyrogenic processes, such as coal and biomass combustion. Risk assessment indicated that PAHs in sedimentary environment in the upper reach of Huaihe River may cause mild toxic effects but would not cause immediate biological effects. PMID: 21948143 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5274514 Tue, 27 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5274514 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5274513&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21948144%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: P-spiked LD slag incorporation into polluted soil allow the bean growth and foliar Ca concentration, but also to reduce foliar Cu concentration below its upper critical value avoiding an excessive soil EC and Zn deficiency. This dual effect can be of interest for soil remediation at larger scale. PMID: 21948144 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5274513 Tue, 27 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5274513 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5274518&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21948131%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This is the first time a national survey of pesticides in urban rivers has been carried out in a consistent fashion across Canada. Concentrations of 2,4-D, mecoprop, dicamba, glyphosate, and AMPA were linked to urban use and frequently detected in all geographic areas. However, geographic differences in concentration suggested differences in usage or stream connectivity patterns among urban centers. Some jurisdictions in Canada have recently restricted cosmetic use of pesticides and it would be interesting to determine whether such restrictions will lead to reduced pesticide concentrations in urban streams. PMID: 21948131 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5274518 Sun, 25 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5274518 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5274517&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21948132%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: There is no need for molecularly designing microorganisms with the combined potential for hydrocarbon utilization and heavy metal resistance, because they are already a part of the indigenous soil microflora. PMID: 21948132 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5274517 Sun, 25 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5274517 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5274520&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21948126%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The method of combining Fe(3)O(4) nanoparticles with indigenous soil microbes may offer great benefits for the application of nanotechnology in remediation of herbicide contaminated soil. PMID: 21948126 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5274520 Sat, 24 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5274520 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5274519&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21948127%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: With the help of a SLERA, it was possible to indicate which class of chlorinated organic compounds is of highest concern to assess and to improve the environmental quality of the bay. Monitoring of organochlorines and chlorpyrifos would be needed to control the future trend of pollution. PMID: 21948127 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5274519 Sat, 24 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5274519 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5274521&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21938514%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Overall, the results indicate that environmental burdens of HBCD are decreasing at those locations where point sources and more diffuse emissions are expected. PMID: 21938514 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5274521 Thu, 22 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5274521 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5243650&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21935698%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Hence, planted wetlands might be a suitable option for treating As-contaminated water. PMID: 21935698 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5243650 Wed, 21 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5243650 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5243651&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21928083%26dopt%3DAbstract We report on the analysis of 4,4'-dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (4,4'-DDT) and its metabolites in thatch and branch samples constituting the wall materials of dwellings from South African subtropical areas. This approach was used to assess the exposure to DDT in the residents of the dwellings after indoor residual spraying (IRS) following recommended sanitation practices against malaria vectors. DISCUSSION: Examination of the distributions of DDT compounds (2,4'-DDT, 4,4'-DDT and its metabolites) in 43 dwellings from the area of Manhiça (Mozambique) has shown median concentrations of 19, 130, and 23 ng/g for 2,4'-DDT, 4,4'-DDT, and 4,4'-DDE, respectively, in 2007 when IRS implementation was extensive. The concentrations of these compounds at the onset of the IRS campaign (n = 48) w... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5243651 Sun, 18 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5243651 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5243653&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21927840%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: These findings suggest that protozoa can be used as a robust bioindicator of water quality in freshwater river systems. PMID: 21927840 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5243653 Sat, 17 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5243653 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5243652&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21927841%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Results thus suggested the direct relationship between earthworm performance and stocking density load in vermicomposting system. P. excavatus showed the maximum individual biomass production in low-stocking density trials, while cocoon production rate was better in vermibeds with high-density trials. The statistical interrelationships between stocking density load and individual growth parameters of inoculated earthworms were also tested. The statistical interpretation also suggested the impact of stocking density load on earthworm growth and reproduction parameters in vermicomposting system, although further detailed studies are required to measure the earthworm growth behavior under the maximum carrying capacity load of a vermibed. PMID: 21927841 [PubMed - as supplied by... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5243652 Sat, 17 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5243652 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5225936&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21912954%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: These studies provide further insights into the unknown microbiological processes that occur during the biological removal of geosmin through water treatment and could facilitate the geosmin bioremediation in contaminated habitats. PMID: 21912954 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5225936 Tue, 13 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5225936 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5225935&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21912955%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Plants growing in localities with more intense vehicular traffic had greater quantities of micronuclei as well as higher frequencies and average numbers of stomata than localities with less traffic, indicating the presence of atmospheric contaminants that damaged their DNA. PMID: 21912955 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5225935 Tue, 13 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5225935 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5225934&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21912956%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The developed magnetic nanocomposite was found superior than its precursor carbon exhibiting higher removal of IBP from the water and can be easily separated from the aqueous phase under temporary external magnetic field. The developed magnetic nanocomposite may be used for an efficient removal of IBP from the water. PMID: 21912956 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5225934 Tue, 13 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5225934 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5225933&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21912957%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Turbot fish ELS proved to be an excellent model for the study of ecotoxicity of contaminants in seawater. The results demonstrate harmful effects of PBDE on turbot ELS at concentrations in the range of parts per billion units. RECOMMENDATIONS AND PERSPECTIVES: In the perspective of risk assessment, ELS endpoints provide rapid, cost-effective and ecologically relevant information, and links should be sought between these short-term tests and effects of long-term exposures in more realistic scenarios. PMID: 21912957 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5225933 Tue, 13 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5225933 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5216260&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21909967%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: LDC, TRA, VEN, ODT, and ODV are only partially removed from sewage water by WWTPs and thus are continuously discharged in respective recipient rivers. A further transformation of TRA and VEN into the known metabolites during treatment in the WWTPs is not observed. PMID: 21909967 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5216260 Sun, 11 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5216260 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5216259&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21909968%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: It can be suggested that the monitoring of several matrices is a strong tool to elucidate the contamination sources and accumulation patterns of PAHs. However, given the influence of the matrix type on this assessment, the information should be considered complementary, yet allowing a more comprehensive depiction of the area in question. PMID: 21909968 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5216259 Sun, 11 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5216259 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5216258&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21909969%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The developed cationic tannery sludge carbon was found to be an effective adsorbent in the removal of the anionic azo reactive dye RR31. PMID: 21909969 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5216258 Sun, 11 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5216258 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5216257&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21909970%26dopt%3DAbstract DISCUSSION: Results show that: (1) There is significant nonlinear relationship between composite industrial cleaner index and investment intensity for industrial pollutants abatement. (2) From single indicator perspective, the effect of investment intensity on pollutants treatment indicators is positively, on the contrary, the effect of investment intensity on pollutants discharge indicators is negatively; (3) From decomposition cleaner index perspective, the effect of pollutants discharge level (process control) is higher than pollutants treatment capacity (end-of-pipe) on composite industrial cleaner index; (4) There is threshold between investment intensity and composite cleaner industrial index, it is a crucial reference scale for industrial environmental management in selected period.... Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5216257 Sun, 11 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5216257 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5216261&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21909790%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Our study assessed the usefulness of life cycle characteristics (biometry and life stage durations) of O. villoti in biomonitoring, and the results are generally consistent suggesting that this species may be considered as an efficient bioindicator. PMID: 21909790 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5216261 Sat, 10 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5216261 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5216263&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21898076%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: These data allow us to classify this natural formicide preparation as a product with no geno-environmental-impact when applied at recommended concentrations. PMID: 21898076 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5216263 Wed, 07 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5216263 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5216262&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21898077%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Following biosolids applications to soils, an aging period of only a few months is likely to lower the solubility, and potential phytotoxicity, of biosolid-borne Zn and Cu particularly in acid and neutral soils. PMID: 21898077 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5216262 Sun, 04 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5216262 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5191403&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21881906%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: The study upon which we report here provides site-specific toxicity information developed for native species which can be used for the protection of local aquatic life from a common contaminant, PCP. PMID: 21881906 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5191403 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5191403 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5191402&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21881907%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: These data provide insight into the effects of sublytic doses of selected TICs on macrophage function, with a particular emphasis on identifying changes in expression of cytokines and chemokines. These altered patterns in immune function were linked to changes in the activation state of intracellular signaling pathways. The data strongly suggest that small amounts of TICs can have subtle, yet very critical, effects on macrophages. PMID: 21881907 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5191402 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5191402 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5191404&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21874342%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Effective for MO decolorization, the oxone/sunlight system improves over the traditional oxone process with advantages of lower costs and avoiding secondary pollution by catalyst. PMID: 21874342 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5191404 Fri, 26 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5191404 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5148329&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21858433%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The evaluations suggest the sources of hydrocarbons in the sediments were generally biogenic and markedly more pyrolytic rather than petrogenic. In the perspectives of environmental risk assessment, all contaminants levels were also compared with sediments quality guidelines (SQG) resulting that the contamination levels in all stations were most of the time lower than their respective SQG. While, for PCBs concentrations, three stations (A8, B1, and B2) were higher than their effect range median values which may indicate high potential toxicity of the sediment with probable adverse effects to the living biota. PMID: 21858433 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5148329 Fri, 19 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5148329 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5140421&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21850484%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSION: Despite these concerns, the results of the current field applications with respect to contaminant reduction are promising, and no major adverse impacts on the environment have been reported so far. It is thus expected that these trials will contribute to promoting the technology in Europe. PMID: 21850484 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5140421 Wed, 17 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5140421 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5140422&cid=s_37168_55_f&fid=37168&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21845453%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The ingestion of fragments of nylon threads by fish is a demonstrated form of pollution in the Goiana Estuary. The physiological and toxicological consequences of the ingestion of this type of debris are unknown, as is the actual extent of the problem worldwide. The solutions to the problem are in the hands of authorities and communities alike because the good care and timely replacement of gear requires education, investment and effective policies. PMID: 21845453 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research International) Environmental Science and Pollution Research International journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5140422 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5140422