Rosivan Santos Assis , Jeferson Alves Barreto , Márcio José Silva Santos , Uneliton Neves Silva , Victor Miranda Amazonas , Clinzen Fona Cletche , Marcos Almeida Bezerra , Valfredo Azevedo Lemos
{"title":"Green chemistry-based strategies for liquid-phase microextraction and determination of mercury species","authors":"Rosivan Santos Assis , Jeferson Alves Barreto , Márcio José Silva Santos , Uneliton Neves Silva , Victor Miranda Amazonas , Clinzen Fona Cletche , Marcos Almeida Bezerra , Valfredo Azevedo Lemos","doi":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00247","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00247","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This review article explores several liquid-phase microextraction (LPME) strategies in sample treatment for determining mercury species in several matrices. LPME can be subdivided into four main techniques: dispersive liquid-phase microextraction (DLPME), hollow fiber liquid-phase microextraction (HF-LPME), single drop liquid-phase microextraction (SDME), and cloud point extraction (CPE). The comparative analysis highlights the relative effectiveness of each method. DLPME enables shorter extraction times, but solvent consumption can be high. Although they provide high selectivity, HF-LPME, and SDME, in turn, require longer extraction times, and handling is complex. CPE, employing surfactant-based systems, offers a greener alternative with moderate efficiency but requires careful control of operating conditions. LPME techniques are evaluated in this review, considering advances in green chemistry and the determination and speciation of mercury. The advantages, limitations, and current applications of the techniques are also addressed in the text.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":56032,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Environmental Analytical Chemistry","volume":"44 ","pages":"Article e00247"},"PeriodicalIF":11.1,"publicationDate":"2024-11-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142662511","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Clara V. Miranda, Mariana R. Gama, Tânia M. Pizzolato
{"title":"Analytical methodologies for the determination of phthalates in environmental matrices","authors":"Clara V. Miranda, Mariana R. Gama, Tânia M. Pizzolato","doi":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00248","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00248","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The concern regarding phthalate ester contamination is a reemerging topic that is not without merit. Since the early 21st century numerous studies have been published on the adverse effects of phthalate exposure. The lack of regulations regarding the presence of phthalates in environmental matrices, however, means that studying their presence in the environment and how that affects ecosystems and human health is an important area of research. The objective of this review is to highlight the issues of phthalate contamination, as well as the different analytical techniques that have been described in the literature to identify phthalate esters in environmental samples.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":56032,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Environmental Analytical Chemistry","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article e00248"},"PeriodicalIF":11.1,"publicationDate":"2024-11-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142702538","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Microplastics and nanoplastics in groundwater: Occurrence, analysis, and identification","authors":"Chanhyeok Jeon, Heejung Kim","doi":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00246","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00246","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Microplastics and nanoplastics (MPs/NPs) are a growing environmental concern owing to their widespread distribution and potential adverse effects on ecosystems and human health. Numerous studies on MPs/NPs have focused on their distribution, behavior, and fate; however, there is a lack of knowledge regarding these materials in groundwater, a primary source of drinking water. This is attributed to the difficulties in conducting such studies, the absence of universally accepted standard procedures, and the absence of a global consensus on efficient and accurate analytical protocols. These factors hinder direct data comparison and evaluation. This review provides a summary of the sources of MPs/NPs and their worldwide distribution in groundwater, and categorizes the analytical methods employed for their characterization, including sampling and pretreatment procedures. Finally, promising new technologies for the detection and characterization of MPs/NPs are discussed.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":56032,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Environmental Analytical Chemistry","volume":"44 ","pages":"Article e00246"},"PeriodicalIF":11.1,"publicationDate":"2024-11-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142662510","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ludovit Schreiber , Radoslav Halko , Sergio Santana-Viera , Nicolas Milan Michalides , Zoraida Sosa-Ferrera , José Juan Santana-Rodríguez
{"title":"Evaluation of European watch list contaminants in environmental matrices and microplastics: Analytical strategies, mechanisms of adsorption and occurrence","authors":"Ludovit Schreiber , Radoslav Halko , Sergio Santana-Viera , Nicolas Milan Michalides , Zoraida Sosa-Ferrera , José Juan Santana-Rodríguez","doi":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00245","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00245","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The European Union requires environmental monitoring to identify potential pollutants suspected of causing adverse effects, affecting not only aquatic organisms but also posing direct and negatively influence to human health. Comprehensive knowledge about their occurrence and impact of these pollutants in environmental matrices, including microplastics, is essential for informed decision regarding their inclusion in surveillance lists. This study focuses on reviewing and assessing the analytical methodologies employed in determine substances listed in the last 4th European Watch List, in various environmental matrices, including water, soils, biota, and microplastics. Additionally, the different interaction mechanisms of adsorption onto microplastics are discussed. A dedicated section is also addressed to examine the occurrence of these substances in diverse environmental matrices. The findings contribute to a better understanding of the presence and effects of these substances, aiding in the development of effective surveillance strategies to mitigate their impact on the environment.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":56032,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Environmental Analytical Chemistry","volume":"44 ","pages":"Article e00245"},"PeriodicalIF":11.1,"publicationDate":"2024-10-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142578488","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
A.L. Patrício Silva , D. Barceló , T. Rocha-Santos
{"title":"Pharmaceuticals and micro(nano)plastics in the environment: Sorption and analytical challenges","authors":"A.L. Patrício Silva , D. Barceló , T. Rocha-Santos","doi":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00243","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00243","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The co-occurrence of pharmaceutical residues and micro(nano)plastics in aquatic environments raises concerns about their potential interactions and consequent fate, transport, bioavailability, and toxicity. While numerous studies have investigated these interactions under laboratory conditions, a significant knowledge gap remains regarding their behaviour in real-world scenarios. This review addresses this gap by critically analysing recent literature on pharmaceutical sorption to micro(nano)plastics in environmental samples or under simulated natural conditions. Key findings underscore the nature of these interactions, influenced by factors such as microplastics’ type, surface area, and biofouling. However, the scarcity of field studies and persistent analytical challenges (including sampling, extraction, and detection limitations), hinder a comprehensive understanding of these processes in real scenarios. Future efforts should prioritise the development of standardised methodologies, advanced analytical techniques, and expanded field-based monitoring to comprehensively assess the environmental and human health risks associated with pharmaceutical-microplastic interactions. This knowledge is crucial for informing effective mitigation strategies and policy decisions to address the growing concern of pharmaceutical and microplastic pollution in aquatic ecosystems.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":56032,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Environmental Analytical Chemistry","volume":"44 ","pages":"Article e00243"},"PeriodicalIF":11.1,"publicationDate":"2024-10-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142662509","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Recent progress on multiplexed detection strategies of heavy metals with emphasis on quantum dots","authors":"Juhi Shrivastav, Nishtha Khansili","doi":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00244","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00244","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The rapid industrialization and urbanization of recent decades have intensified the global challenge of heavy metal pollution, necessitating the development of advanced sensing technologies for efficient detection and monitoring. Multiplexed detection, seeking either the simultaneous assessment of multiple analytes in the same experiment or the multi-detection of a single analyte in a complex sample matrix replete of interfering species, has gained, in recent years, a noteworthy interest amidst the analytical community. Evolving from early conventional techniques, multiplexed detection has been able, to deliver reliable and efficient analysis in fields as different as clinical, pharmaceutical, food and environmental analysis. The research on nanomaterials, in particular on photoluminescent quantum dots (QDs), has paved the way for the implementation of innovative and flexible multiplexed assays since their remarkable optical properties and tailored reactivity could be arranged in many configurations, combining different fluorophores and molecular recognition elements and providing the means for the establishment of definite reaction pathways and detection methods. From this particular study it concludes that, the development of QDs -based multiplexed detection techniques, examine the distinct roles they could play at the sensing platform, either alone or combined with other materials, and discuss the emerging developments and trends of QDs based nanosensors for the real-time detection of heavy metal ions. A quest of recent advances, actual issues, and potential futures of QDs-based nanosensors for heavy metals monitoring are provided in this study.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":56032,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Environmental Analytical Chemistry","volume":"44 ","pages":"Article e00244"},"PeriodicalIF":11.1,"publicationDate":"2024-10-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142560802","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Frank Thomas Lange , Finnian Freeling , Bernd Göckener
{"title":"Persulfate-based total oxidizable precursor (TOP) assay approaches for advanced PFAS assessment in the environment – A review","authors":"Frank Thomas Lange , Finnian Freeling , Bernd Göckener","doi":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00242","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00242","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The enormous structural complexity of millions of per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances (PFASs) poses a major challenge for their chemical analysis. One approach to partially address this challenge is the so-called total oxidizable precursor (TOP) assay. In the past years, however, different laboratories worldwide modified the method in multiple ways leading to a confusingly complex variety of TOP assay approaches. This review aims to provide an overview on this methodological complexity and to identify key parameters and their potential influence on the results and method interpretation. Parameters of all available studies were summarized in a complex table. The amount and concentration of oxidation reagents, the reaction time, temperature and pH value during oxidation, the time of internal standard addition, and the suite of analyzed oxidation products were identified as key factors affecting oxidation efficiency, nature of reaction products, and completeness of precursor assessment. The current complexity of TOP assay approaches demonstrates the need for further method harmonization and standardization, which should include measures to ensure and assess the completeness of precursor oxidation. A further understanding of the chemical reactions during the TOP assay and the inclusion of additional oxidation endpoints were identified as research needs for the future. This review article paves the way for the further implementation of the TOP assay as an important tool to assess the world of PFAS more comprehensively, thereby supporting environmental monitoring, assessment of PFAS contaminations, and the success control of designated PFAS regulations.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":56032,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Environmental Analytical Chemistry","volume":"44 ","pages":"Article e00242"},"PeriodicalIF":11.1,"publicationDate":"2024-10-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142560801","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Recent advances in microextraction techniques for sensitive determination of synthetic musks in complex samples","authors":"Qian Wang , Yuan Zhang , Yu Zhou , Fang Chen , Xue-song Feng","doi":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00241","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00241","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Synthetic musks (SMs) are commonly found in everyday household items and are introduced into the ecosystem via domestic wastewater, rendering them notable contaminants in both the environment and food sources. Given the intricate nature of sample matrices and the low concentrations of these compounds, the utilization of more sensitive and reliable techniques is imperative for sample preparation. Microextraction, characterized by its high efficiency and stability for environmentally friendly analysis, has demonstrated superiority in various studies and has shown advancements in structural design and the application of novel materials in recent years. This review provides a comprehensive overview of recent advancements in microextraction techniques for the analysis of SMs, focusing on different sample types from 2017 to 2023. The applications of different microextraction techniques in different samples are summarized, highlighting both the major advancements and notable limitations. The discussed techniques include directly immersion solid-phase microextraction, headspace solid-phase microextraction, stir bar sorptive microextraction, thin film microextraction, fabric phase sorptive extraction, and dispersive solid-phase microextraction. Liquid phase microextraction methods, such as hollow fiber liquid-liquid microextraction, dispersive liquid-liquid microextraction, vortex-assisted liquid-liquid microextraction, and ultrasound-assisted electronic membrane extraction, provide alternative approaches for analyzing complex samples. The utilization of modern methodologies and innovative materials underscores the growing emphasis on green chemistry and environmentally friendly practices in the sample preparation of small molecules.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":56032,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Environmental Analytical Chemistry","volume":"44 ","pages":"Article e00241"},"PeriodicalIF":11.1,"publicationDate":"2024-09-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142243115","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Alberto Celma , Nikiforos Alygizakis , Lidia Belova , Lubertus Bijlsma , David Fabregat-Safont , Frank Menger , Rubén Gil-Solsona
{"title":"Ion mobility separation coupled to high-resolution mass spectrometry in environmental analysis – Current state and future potential","authors":"Alberto Celma , Nikiforos Alygizakis , Lidia Belova , Lubertus Bijlsma , David Fabregat-Safont , Frank Menger , Rubén Gil-Solsona","doi":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00239","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00239","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The hyphenation of ion mobility separation (IMS) with high-resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS) presents a milestone in the screening of organic micropollutants (OMPs) in complex environmental matrices. Its use has become progressively more widespread in environmental analysis and has led to the development of novel analytical strategies. This work provides a comprehensive overview of the advantages of using IMS-HRMS instrumentation, with a special focus on environmental screening studies. IMS provides an additional parameter for OMP identification, a reduction of spectral background noise and the power to resolve isomeric/isobaric coeluting interferences. These advantages lead to a reduction of false positive identifications. By describing the fundamentals and rationale behind the observed advancements, we highlight areas for further development that will unlock new potential of IMS-HRMS. For example, an enhanced availability of empirical IMS data following the FAIR principles, a better standardization of IMS-HRMS data processing workflows and a higher IMS resolving power are possible ways to advance the use of IMS-HRMS instruments for the analysis of complex environmental samples.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":56032,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Environmental Analytical Chemistry","volume":"43 ","pages":"Article e00239"},"PeriodicalIF":11.1,"publicationDate":"2024-07-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214158824000151/pdfft?md5=de53b0cee0cb095e4ef82aca7bb9656e&pid=1-s2.0-S2214158824000151-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141946509","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ju Luo, Xue-Yan Gong, Bing-Yi Zhou, Lin Yang, Wen-Chao Yang
{"title":"Advances in nanohydrolase-based pollutant sensing","authors":"Ju Luo, Xue-Yan Gong, Bing-Yi Zhou, Lin Yang, Wen-Chao Yang","doi":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00238","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.teac.2024.e00238","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Harmful pollutants, such as pesticides, heavy metal ions, and antibiotics, pose significant threats to global food security and ecological safety; seriously damage human health; and hinder the green and sustainable development of modern society. Therefore, there is an urgent need for methods to accurate detect these harmful pollutants. In recent years, significant advancements have been made in nanomimetic research on hydrolases, which are the most common and abundant class of natural enzymes. Researchers have developed a variety of biomimetic hydrolases (also known as nanohydrolases) based on nanomaterials for detecting harmful contaminants (including pesticides, antibiotics, and heavy metal ions) in food and ecological environments. However, to date, there have been few reviews on the use of nanohydrolases for pollutant sensing. Herein, we classify the carrier materials and the types of chemical bonds hydrolyzed by nanohydrolases. Then, we summarize the application of nanohydrolases for sensing harmful pollutants. This study provides guidance for the development of nanohydrolases and contributes to the expansion of nanoenzyme-based sensing of environmental pollutants.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":56032,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Environmental Analytical Chemistry","volume":"43 ","pages":"Article e00238"},"PeriodicalIF":11.1,"publicationDate":"2024-07-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141838778","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}