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{"title":"Agitation-intensified sonochemistry for water disinfection","authors":"Yangyang Yang ,&nbsp;Gang Nie ,&nbsp;Jingxiu Bi ,&nbsp;Panpan Zhang ,&nbsp;Pengwei Huo","doi":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.05.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.05.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Sonochemistry has been widely investigated in sterilization, while the high energy input hinders the translation from a lab-scale study into practical applications. In this work, a low-power and low-frequency ultrasonic cleaner was coupled with mechanical agitation to reduce the energy barriers for the evolution of cavitation bubbles. Then, hydroxyl radicals (^•OH) was generated at the interface upon the collapse of cavitation bubbles. We discovered that a rise of agitation speed will accelerate the production of ^•OH, leading to remarkably improved <em>Escherichia coli</em> (<em>E. coli</em>) inactivation efficiency. During <em>E. coli</em> treatment, cell envelopes were initially attacked by ^•OH. Then, cytoplasm was released into the solution, remaining the empty <em>E. coli</em> cells. Radical oxidation and thermal decomposition by interior hotspot region synergistically remove the carbon organic matter of the liquid. In addition, the side byproduct of H₂O₂ generated via the self-quenching of two hydroxyl radicals will be removed by MnO₂ catalysts in the treated effluent, proposing a continuous series design combined purification of carbon organic matter with H₂O₂ removal. This study presents a simple strategy to promote the low-energy sonochemistry-based antibacterial applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100486,"journal":{"name":"Environmental Surfaces and Interfaces","volume":"3 ","pages":"Pages 176-182"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144204837","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Electrochemical detection of congo red dye and its complete removal from wastewater by photocatalytic and adsorption methods","authors":"Farah Gul,&nbsp;Afzal Shah","doi":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.05.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.05.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>For safeguarding water dwelling organisms and public health, it is an environmental and social obligation to detect and remove toxic dyes from polluted water. With this consideration, the current work presents the detection and removal of a representative dye (congo red) of the azo class. The detection objective was achieved by the designing of an electrochemical sensor comprising of multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) loaded over the surface of glassy carbon electrode (GCE). While the removal objective was achieved by using graphene oxide (GO) nanosheets as adsorbent and BaO nanoparticles as photocatalyst. The designed sensing platform was found highly sensitive for congo red detection as authenticated by the LOD value of 0.1 nM. Congo red was photocatalytically removed from wastewater using BaO nanoparticles. The photocatalytic degradation led to 95 % removal in 90 minutes under acidic conditions. Adsorption method was also used for wastewater purification from congo red. The adsorption results leading to 100 % removal of the dye were modeled to assess the mechanisms and kinetics of adsorption. Cyclic voltammetry (CV) and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) were employed to characterize both modified and bare glassy carbon electrodes. The CV results demonstrated that the modified GCE exhibited a larger surface area compared to the unmodified GCE, while the EIS revealed efficient charge transfer through MWCNTs/GCE as compared to the bare GCE. This research presents the first report on a sensing platform that combines adsorptive and photocatalytic methods, for efficient sensing and complete removal of congo red dye from wastewater.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100486,"journal":{"name":"Environmental Surfaces and Interfaces","volume":"3 ","pages":"Pages 163-175"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144099188","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A comprehensive review of fluoride removal using low-cost adsorbents for environmental and industrial applications","authors":"Siyu Zhou ,&nbsp;Xingwen Chen ,&nbsp;Qian Li ,&nbsp;Lei Huang ,&nbsp;Xiaoyi Qiu ,&nbsp;Jia Yan ,&nbsp;Hongguo Zhang ,&nbsp;Qinhao Zheng ,&nbsp;Qiang Liu","doi":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.04.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.04.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Fluoride is one of the essential trace elements for the human body. However, excessive intake can lead to skeletal disorders and seriously affect the growth and development of plants and animals, posing significant threats to human health. This review systematically summarizes over 100 recent studies from the past decade on the use of low-cost materials for fluoride removal via adsorption. Key aspects such as influencing factors, adsorption kinetics, isotherm models, and underlying mechanisms are discussed in detail. Furthermore, the potential applications of low-cost adsorbents in environmental remediation, resource recovery, and industrial processes are critically assessed. This review provides valuable insights for researchers in related fields and offers practical references for advancing the application of low-cost mineral-based technologies for fluoride removal.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100486,"journal":{"name":"Environmental Surfaces and Interfaces","volume":"3 ","pages":"Pages 146-162"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143928330","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Experimental and DFT study of the corrosion inhibition potential of expired diclofenac potassium on stainless steel in hydrochloric acid solution","authors":"Kabiru Haruna ,&nbsp;Abdulrahman Musa ,&nbsp;Muhammad Abubakar Lawal ,&nbsp;Zahradeen Muhammad ,&nbsp;Tawfik A. Saleh","doi":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.04.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.04.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study investigates, for the first time, the efficacy of expired diclofenac potassium (DFP) as a corrosion inhibitor for 304 L stainless steel in 1 M HCl, mimicking industrial acid cleaning conditions. A comprehensive evaluation combining weight loss analyses, electrochemical analyses at varying temperatures (25, 40, and 60 °C), and advanced surface characterization (SEM, EDS, 3D profilometry, FTIR). DFP revealed about 90 % inhibition efficiency at a concentration of 500 ppm at all the studied temperatures. DFP acted as a mixed-type inhibitor, adhering to the Langmuir isotherm and forming a uniform protective monolayer. Density Functional Theory (DFT) calculations indicated synergistic physisorption and chemisorption, with electron transfer primarily involving the aromatic and amine regions of the molecule. This dual adsorption mechanism was supported by HOMO, LUMO, and MEP analyses. The robust inhibition performance, coupled with the potential for repurposing expired pharmaceuticals, highlights DFP as a cost-effective, eco-friendly alternative for corrosion prevention in pipelines, heat exchangers, and desalination systems, aligning industrial and environmental priorities. This study demonstrates the dual advantages of utilizing expired pharmaceuticals for industrial corrosion prevention, emphasizing both economic and ecological benefits. The integration of experimental and computational methods ensures a thorough understanding of DFP’s inhibition capabilities</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100486,"journal":{"name":"Environmental Surfaces and Interfaces","volume":"3 ","pages":"Pages 134-145"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143839047","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Efficient activation of PMS via sandwich-like N-encapsulated cobalt-doped MXene composites: Structural properties and degradation mechanisms","authors":"Haixia He ,&nbsp;Dihao Bai ,&nbsp;Zidu Yan ,&nbsp;Lei Sun ,&nbsp;Danyi Shao ,&nbsp;Xiangjuan Yuan","doi":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.03.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.03.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Iopamidol (IPM), a widely used iodinated contrast agent, has been increasingly detected as an environmental pollutant, raising concerns due to its persistence and potential ecological and health risks. To address this issue, various amounts of Co with nitrogen coating were <em>in-situ</em> decorated on the surface of Ti₃C₂T_x MXene nanosheets (denoted as C_xMN) to efficiently activate of peroxymonosulfate (PMS) for degradation of IPM. The C_xMN composites were thoroughly characterized, revealing that the introduction of Co increased the interlayer spacing of C_xMN and give it a sandwich-like appearance. The C_0.2MN catalyst, with a balanced Co doping amount, demonstrated superior performance in activating PMS. Under a wide range of pH, 99.8 % of IPM was degraded in 10 min with <em>k</em>_<em>obs</em> of 0.3439 min⁻¹ in C_0.2MN /PMS system. Quenching experiments, EPR analysis, and XPS characterization revealed hydroxyl radical (^•OH), sulfate radical (SO₄^•－), singlet oxygen (¹O₂) as the major reactive species responsible for the degradation of IPM in the C_0.2MN/PMS system, formed through the co-action of (i) Co³⁺/Co²⁺ redox cycle, (ii) O_V, (iii) Co⁴⁺, and (iv) MXene support. The degradation pathways of IPM were proposed based on the identification of its intermediates in C_0.2MN/PMS system and the DFT calculations. Additionally, the ecotoxicity of IPM and its intermediates was evaluated using ECOSAR model. Furthermore, C_0.2MN demonstrated excellent stability and reusability after four cycling experiments, and the long-term applicability of C_0.2MN/PMS system was comprehensively estimated in fixed-bed column experiments. This research has significant potential for water treatment and pollutant removal applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100486,"journal":{"name":"Environmental Surfaces and Interfaces","volume":"3 ","pages":"Pages 112-121"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143697220","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Facile preparation of tannic acid functionalized phosphogypsum for efficient removal of heavy metal in wastewater","authors":"Wei Hu,&nbsp;Juan Zhang,&nbsp;Jinyi Chen","doi":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.03.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.03.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Phosphogypsum (PG) as a by-product is produced by the industrial wet phosphoric acid production process. The environmental-friendly disposal and recycling of PG holds significant importance within the domain of solid waste management. In this research, due to its unique property of versatile molecular glue and the strong metal-chelating ability, polyphenol tannic acid (TA) was employed as an organic modifier to functionalize inert PG to prepare TA@PG adsorbent for effective removal of heavy metal in wastewater. The morphology, structure, thermal stability and surface charge of TA@PG adsorbent was characterized and tested. The effects of adsorption conditions, adsorption isotherms and adsorption kinetics were also studied in detail. In addition, the adsorption mechanisms were also discussed by XPS analysis, which might involve in electrostatic interaction, ion exchange and complexation interaction. The prepared TA@PG adsorbent exhibited excellent adsorption performance with removal rate up to 100% and maximum adsorption capacity up to 221.72 mg·g⁻¹ for heavy metal Cr (VI). The adsorbent preparation method in this study is simple, cost-effective, environmental-friendly without using organic solvent. It holds significant promise for large-scale production. This study provides a novel approach for the resource utilization of industrial solid waste PG, achieving the dual objectives of waste recycling and value addition.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100486,"journal":{"name":"Environmental Surfaces and Interfaces","volume":"3 ","pages":"Pages 122-133"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143705357","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Towards a deeper understanding of the adsorption of methyl orange on a commercial activated carbon: Study of impact factors, isotherm and mechanism","authors":"Younes Dehmani ,&nbsp;Dison S.P. Franco ,&nbsp;Jordana Georgin ,&nbsp;Redouane Mghaiouini ,&nbsp;Bouchra Ba Mohammed ,&nbsp;Rachid Kacimi ,&nbsp;Taibi Lamhasni ,&nbsp;Eder C. Lima ,&nbsp;Noureddine El Messaoudi ,&nbsp;Abouarnadasse Sadik","doi":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.02.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.02.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study investigates the use of commercially available activated carbon for the removal of methyl orange from aqueous solutions. The main characteristics of the activated carbon are as follows: BET specific surface area: 641 m²/g; Pore volume: 0.28 cm³ /g; Microporous nature: More than 70 % of the total pore volume are micropores. A systematic approach was adopted to analyze how factors such as contact time, initial pH of the solution, and temperature influence carbon adsorption capacity. A maximum removal capacity value of 100 mg/g with an elimination rate exceeding 98 %. The adsorption behavior of methyl orange was modeled with the statistical physical modeling of the adsorption process using the single trainer model, which provided a better understanding of the adsorption mechanism of methyl orange on activated carbon. This suggests that activated carbon can be an effective adsorbent for the removal of colored compounds from water. The experimental isothermal results encourage the use of this material in the treatment of industrial tannery effluents.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100486,"journal":{"name":"Environmental Surfaces and Interfaces","volume":"3 ","pages":"Pages 103-111"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143518989","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A novel dynamic biosorption kinetic model based on reactions on the biosorbent surface for biosorption of heavy metal copper by non-living biomass waste tea leaves","authors":"Manami Yanaka,&nbsp;Shiori Nagoya,&nbsp;Yoshinori Kawase","doi":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.02.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.02.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>A novel dynamic biosorption kinetic model was developed by taking account of reactions occurring on the biosorbent surface and applied to quantify the biosorption process of heavy metal copper (Cu) using non-living biomass biosorbent waste tea leaves. The proposed kinetic model is based on the surface complexation mechanism on the surface of waste tea leaves, which consists of two steps, i.e., Step 1: the deprotonation of functional groups and Step 2: the formation of biosorbate complexes with deprotonated functional groups, and the surface precipitation mechanisms. Batch experiments of Cu(II) removal using waste tea leaves were conducted to examine the effects of operating parameters such as initial Cu(II) concentration and solution pH on the dynamic biosorption kinetics of Cu(II). The biosorption capability was found to be relatively low at highly acidic solution pH and intensified with increasing pH. After the Cu(II) removal reached the maximum biosorption capability at pH 5, it was suppressed at a higher solution pH. With increasing solution pH, the number of negatively charged active sites increased due to the facilitation of the deprotonation of functional groups on the surface of waste tea leaves. As a result, the biosorption of Cu(II) through the surface complexation mechanism was further promoted. When the solution pH exceeded 5, the proportion of Cu^2 + in the solution decreased and the contribution of surface precipitation of Cu(OH)₂ dominated. The proposed biosorption kinetic model based on surface complexation and surface precipitation mechanisms could reasonably simulate the dynamic kinetic of Cu(II) biosorption by waste tea leaves.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100486,"journal":{"name":"Environmental Surfaces and Interfaces","volume":"3 ","pages":"Pages 90-102"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143453420","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Growth of CuO rods on kanthal coil via direct heating for photocatalytic degradation of rhodamine B","authors":"Chee Meng Koe ,&nbsp;Swee-Yong Pung ,&nbsp;Sumiyyah Sabar ,&nbsp;Anwar Ul-Hamid ,&nbsp;Wai Kian Tan","doi":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.01.004","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.01.004","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study introduces a novel direct heating (DH) method for immobilizing Cu₂O and CuO nanomaterials onto kanthal coils, offering a scalable and efficient approach to photocatalyst synthesis. The coil achieved 100 % surface coverage within 4–8 min heating duration. Both the Cu₂O and CuO phases are present, and each has a narrow band gap, making them effective reductive photocatalysts. The CuO/coil prepared at 40 W heating power for 8 minutes exhibited Cu₂O particles (1666.67 ± 727.78 nm) and CuO rods (77.77 ± 19.08 nm in diameter), achieving a 21.01 % degradation efficiency for RhB dye under UV light. Despite agglomeration of Cu₂O particles limiting active sites, this method demonstrates simplicity and rapid synthesis compared to conventional techniques. Reusability tests revealed a decline in removal efficiency to 13.24 % after three cycles, attributed to photocatalyst detachment and dye accumulation on active sites. Addressing these challenges with improved adhesion and surface optimization could enhance long-term performance. The DH method shows strong potential for industrial wastewater treatment, offering a cost-effective and scalable solution for degrading organic pollutants.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100486,"journal":{"name":"Environmental Surfaces and Interfaces","volume":"3 ","pages":"Pages 77-89"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143387810","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Three-dimensional MoS2/graphene aerogel-driven visible-light photocatalysis assisted by persulfate or hydrogen peroxide for rapid degradation of tetracycline","authors":"Chinmayee Das ,&nbsp;Tajamul Shafi ,&nbsp;Brajesh Kumar Dubey ,&nbsp;Shamik Chowdhury","doi":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.01.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esi.2025.01.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The integration of various advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) can provide an optimal balance between treatment efficiency and duration, ensuring that wastewater is adequately treated while minimizing costs and maximizing operational performance. In this study, heterogeneous photocatalysis using a molybdenum disulfide/graphene aerogel (MGA) composite was integrated with hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) or persulfate (PS)-assisted AOPs to remove tetracycline (TC), a commonly detected antibiotic contaminant in aquatic environments. Specifically, the study assessed the effects of operating parameters, such as PS/H₂O₂ concentration, pH, initial pollutant concentration, catalyst dose, and the presence of inorganic anions on TC removal in a systematic manner. It was found that the MGA/PS system exhibited significantly greater degradation activity compared to MGA/H₂O₂, pure MGA, PS, and H₂O₂ alone. Notably, the MGA/PS system achieved complete removal of TC within 60 min of visible-light irradiation under optimized conditions. Furthermore, an average TC removal rate of approximately 85.5 % was observed in real wastewater during the same reaction period. This enhancement was attributed to PS facilitating the generation of free radicals and acting as an electron acceptor, which reduced the recombination of photoinduced charge carriers, thereby improving electron–hole separation efficiency. The outcomes of this study provide valuable insights for developing highly effective techniques for treating antibiotic-laden wastewater through the integration of MGA with PS-based AOPs.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100486,"journal":{"name":"Environmental Surfaces and Interfaces","volume":"3 ","pages":"Pages 65-76"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143181558","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}