COVID-19 and Nanoscience in the Developing World: Rapid Detection and Remediation in Wastewater

Adeel, Muhammad; Farooq, Tahir; Shakoor, Noman; Ahmar, Sunny; Fiaz, Sajid; White, Jason C.; Gardea‐Torresdey, Jorge L.; Mora‐Poblete, Freddy; Rui, Yukui

doi:10.3390/nano11040991

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“…MPs serving as the vector of heavy metals were reported in terrestrial systems. Adsorption behaviors and underlying mechanisms of HMs by MPs are critical to understand potential risks [120]. Earthworms increase the bioavailability of Cd in MP-enriched soils [96].…”

Section: Bioavailabilitymentioning

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Uptake and Accumulation of Nano/Microplastics in Plants: A Critical Review

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The ubiquitous presence of microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs) in the environment is an undeniable and serious concern due to their higher persistence and extensive use in agricultural production. This review highlights the sources and fate of MPs and NPs in soil and their uptake, translocation, and physiological effects in the plant system. We provide the current snapshot of the latest reported studies with the majority of literature spanning the last five years. We draw attention to the potential risk of MPs and NPs in modern agriculture and their effects on plant growth and development. We also highlight their uptake and transport pathways in roots and leaves via different exposure methods in plants. Conclusively, agricultural practices, climate changes (wet weather and heavy rainfall), and soil organisms play a major role in transporting MPs and NPs in soil. NPs are more prone to enter plant cell walls as compared to MPs. Furthermore, transpiration pull is the dominant factor in the plant uptake and translocation of plastic particles. MPs have negligible negative effects on plant physiological and biochemical indicators. Overall, there is a dire need to establish long-term studies for a better understanding of their fate and associated risks mechanisms in realistic environment scenarios for safe agricultural functions.

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Uptake and Accumulation of Nano/Microplastics in Plants: A Critical Review

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“…), and biological pollutants. Recently, nanotechnological approach for wastewater treatment using adsorption and photocatalytic technology has attained tremendous attention owing to its eco‐friendliness, sustainability, cost‐effectiveness, and other effective properties [ 130 ]. Among nanomaterials, TiO 2 ‐based nanomaterials have achieved the core importance because of their unique physical and chemical features, remarkable biocompatibility, strong oxidation, and maximal photocatalytic properties [ 131 , 132 ].…”

Section: Tio 2 Nps In Environmental Remediationmentioning

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Diverse biotechnological applications of multifunctional titanium dioxide nanoparticles: An up‐to‐date review

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Gul

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IET Nanobiotechnology

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Titanium dioxide (TiO 2 ) nanoparticles (NPs) are one of the topmost widely used metallic oxide nanoparticles. Whether present in naked form or doped with metals or polymers, TiO 2 NPs perform immensely important functions. However, the alteration in size and shape by doping results in improving the physical, chemical, and biological behaviour of TiO 2 NPs. Hence, the differential effects of various TiO 2 nanostructures including nanoflakes, nanoflowers, and nanotubes in various domains of biotechnology have been elucidated by researchers. Recently, the exponential growth of research activities regarding TiO 2 NPs has been observed owing to their chemical stability, low toxicity, and multifaceted properties. Because of their enormous abundance, plants, humans, and environment are inevitably exposed to TiO 2 NPs. These NPs play a significant role in improving agricultural attributes, removing environmental pollution, and upgrading the domain of nanomedicine. Therefore, the currently ongoing studies about the employment of TiO 2 NPs in enhancement of different aspects of agriculture, environment, and medicine have been extensively discussed in this review.

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“…Wastewater can potentially lead to a resurgence of coronavirus, but there are potential unknown sources that might lead to the resurgence of the virus in the future. An integrated approach that involves nanoscience and facilitates the early detection of the coronavirus is reported by Adeel et al ( 2021 ). The study described the development of the gold nanoparticle-based colorimetric system which can allow the detection of SARS-CoV- 2 with “naked eye’”.…”

Section: Resurgence Of Coronavirusmentioning

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A systematic review on the occurrence, fate, and remediation of SARS-CoV-2 in wastewater

Sodhi

Singh

2022

Int. J. Environ. Sci. Technol.

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The COVID-19 has been declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization. Along with impairing the respiratory system, it also affects the gastrointestinal system. By reviewing experiments on the wastewater analysis for the detection of coronavirus, this study explores the fate, persistence, and various remediation strategies for the virus removal from the wastewater. The results indicated that the virus can be detected in the wastewater samples, feces, and sewage, even before the onset of symptoms. Coronavirus can be a potential panzootic disease, as several mammalian species get infected by the deadly virus. The disinfection strategies used earlier for the treatment of wastewater are not sufficient for the removal of viruses from the wastewater. Therefore, concerted efforts should be made to understand their fate, sources, and occurrence in the environmental matrices. To prevent the spread of the panzootic disease, revised guidelines should be issued for the remediation of the virus. Recent viral remediation methods such as membrane bioreactors and advanced oxidation methods can be used. Therefore, the present review puts a light on the current knowledge on the occurrence of coronaviruses in wastewater, the possible sources, fate, and removal strategies.

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COVID-19 and Nanoscience in the Developing World: Rapid Detection and Remediation in Wastewater

Cited by 9 publications

References 36 publications

Uptake and Accumulation of Nano/Microplastics in Plants: A Critical Review

Uptake and Accumulation of Nano/Microplastics in Plants: A Critical Review

Diverse biotechnological applications of multifunctional titanium dioxide nanoparticles: An up‐to‐date review

A systematic review on the occurrence, fate, and remediation of SARS-CoV-2 in wastewater

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