Editorial on the Topic “New Research on Detection and Removal of Emerging Pollutants”

Núñez‐Delgado, Avelino; Zhang, Zhien; Bontempi, Elza; Coccia, Mario; Race, Marco; Zhou, Yaoyu

doi:10.3390/ma16020725

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“…This study critically assesses the possible source of air contamination caused by post-earthquake waste disposal practices and explores strategies to ensure proper waste management, including appropriate sorting, storage, and disposal methods. The objective is to address the issue and provide recommendations to curb the dissemination of pollutants, thereby minimizing their adverse impacts on the environment, public health, and ecosystems (Núñez-Delgado et al 2023 ).…”

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The impacts of earthquakes on air pollution and strategies for mitigation: a case study of Turkey

Zanoletti,

Bontempi

2024

Environ Sci Pollut Res

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This study delves into the repercussions of the 2023 earthquake in Turkey, particularity its impact on air pollution. A year post-event, it is evident that scientific literature has paid limited attention to monitoring the situation. However, the release of hazardous substances, such as asbestos, lead, and other toxins, from damaged structures poses a significant threat by contaminating nearby air, soil, and water sources, thereby jeopardizing ecosystems and public well-being. The improper disposal of waste post-earthquake and the presence of mining and oil refinery sites in the region contribute to potential air pollutants. These circumstances create challenging environments conducive to the spread of respiratory diseases, with potential long-term health and social consequences. Unfortunately, existing data gaps hinder a comprehensive understanding of the situation. This paper pioneers the reporting and analysis of data regarding potential sources of air pollution resulting from the earthquake in Turkey. It also pinpoints gaps in knowledge, outlining areas that demand further investigation. To effectively prevent and mitigate air pollution risks and associated health concerns linked to earthquakes, strategic recommendations are proposed. A key suggestion is the establishment of post-disaster air pollution monitoring systems capable of swiftly identifying emerging health issues, facilitating efficient responses, and curtailing potential long-term effects of the disaster. The paper underscores the necessity for continuous health monitoring of the affected population to mitigate possible adverse impacts on human health. These strategies play a pivotal role in reducing the likelihood of air pollution, supporting emergency response and recovery initiatives, and fostering new dedicated scientific studies.

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The impacts of earthquakes on air pollution and strategies for mitigation: a case study of Turkey

Zanoletti,

Bontempi

2024

Environ Sci Pollut Res

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“…Technological evolution and scientific change have a basic role in the economic and social development of human society [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13]. Fleming and Sorenson [14] maintain that invention is due to a combinatorial process of searching.…”

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The General Theory of Scientific Variability for Technological Evolution

Coccia

2024

Sci

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The proposed general theory of scientific variability for technological evolution explains one of the drivers of technological change for economic progress in human society. Variability is the predisposition of the elements in systems to assume different values over time and space. In biology, the variability is basic to explaining differences and development in organisms. In economics of technical change, the effects of variability within research fields on evolutionary dynamics of related technologies are unknown. In a broad analogy with the principles of biology, suggested theoretical framework here can clarify a basic driver of technological evolution: the variability within research fields can explain the dynamics of scientific development and technological evolution. The study sees whether statistical evidence supports the hypothesis that the rate of growth of scientific and technological fields can be explained by the level of variability within scientific fields. The validation is based on emerging research fields in quantum technologies: quantum imaging, quantum meteorology, quantum sensing, and quantum optics. Statistical evidence seems in general to support the hypothesis stated that the rate of growth can be explained by the level of scientific variability within research fields, measured with the relative entropy (indicating the dispersion of scientific topics in a research field underlying a specific technology). Nonparametric correlation with Spearman’s rho shows a positive coefficient of 0.80 between entropy measures and rates of growth between scientific and technological fields. The linear model of the relation between rate of growth and scientific variability reveals a coefficient of regression equal to 1.63 (R2 = 0.60). The findings here suggest a general law that variability within research fields positively drives scientific development and technological evolution. In particular, a higher variability within research fields can support a high rate of growth in scientific development and technological evolution. The proposed general theory of scientific variability is especially relevant in turbulent environments of technology-based competition to clarify a basic determinant of technological development to design strategies of technological forecasting and management of promising innovations.

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“…One of the most produced polymers is polypropylene (PP) [ 9 , 10 , 11 , 12 , 13 , 14 ]. The great concern of plastic is that its entry into the aquatic environment is easy, which is why it is considered an emerging organic pollutant (EOP) [ 8 , 15 , 16 , 17 ]. Most of these EOPs are not regulated; however, should the possibility of the harm they might pose to people and other animal and plant species be assessed, they might be candidates for regulation [ 18 , 19 , 20 ].…”

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Recovery of an Antioxidant Derived from a Phenolic Diphosphite from Wastewater during the Production of a Polypropylene Compound: A Step towards Sustainable Management

Hernández-Fernández,

Bello-Leon,

Carrascal

2024

Molecules

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Organic phosphoester (OPE) antioxidants are currently required due to their contribution to enhancing the quality of polymers, including polypropylene (PP). In this research, an integral methodology is presented for the efficient extraction of bis(2,4-dicumylphenyl) pentaerythritol diphosphite from industrial wastewater. Upon employing the solid-phase extraction (SPE) technique, the recovered compound is subjected to a comprehensive analysis of the recovered compound using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), mass spectrometry (MS), thermal analysis (TGA), Fourier transforms infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC). Subsequently, purified Bis(2,4-dicumylphenyl) pentaerythritol diphosphite was evaluated as a thermo-oxidative stabilizer after incorporation into PP resins. The relative standard deviation (RSD), Error (Er), linearity (R2), and percentage (%) recovery were less than 2.6, 2.5, more significant than 0.9995, and greater than 96%, respectively, for the inter-day and intra-day tests of the chromatographic method and the SPE. Except for chloroform, which was necessary due to the solubility properties of the investigated analyte, the use of environmentally friendly solvents, such as methanol and acetonitrile, was considered during the development of this research. The OPE extracted from industrial wastewater was characterized by FTIR, UV–Vis, DSC, TGA, and MS, allowing the elucidation of the structure of Bis(2,4-dicumylphenyl) pentaerythritol diphosphite (BDPD). The recovered OPE was mixed with PP resins, allowing it to improve its thermal properties and minimize its thermo-oxidative degradation. Organophosphorus flame retardant (OPE)’ concentration in wastewater is alarming, ranging from 1179.0 to 4709.6 mg L−1. These exceed toxicity thresholds for aquatic organisms, emphasizing global environmental risks. Using a validated solid-phase extraction (SPE) technique with over 94% recovery, the study addresses concerns by removing organic contaminants and supporting circular economy principles. The high economic and environmental significance of recovering BDPD underscores the need for urgent global attention and intervention.

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Editorial on the Topic “New Research on Detection and Removal of Emerging Pollutants”

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Cited by 21 publications

References 17 publications

The impacts of earthquakes on air pollution and strategies for mitigation: a case study of Turkey

The impacts of earthquakes on air pollution and strategies for mitigation: a case study of Turkey

The General Theory of Scientific Variability for Technological Evolution

Recovery of an Antioxidant Derived from a Phenolic Diphosphite from Wastewater during the Production of a Polypropylene Compound: A Step towards Sustainable Management

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