Feasibility, challenges, and future prospects of microalgae-based bioremediation technique for removing microplastics from wastewater

Gao, Ning; Ning, Ruoxu; Deng, Xiangyuan

doi:10.3389/fbioe.2023.1288439

Cited by 9 publications

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Research and Trends of Filtration for Removing Microplastics in Freshwater Environments

Garfansa,

Zalizar,

Husen

et al. 2024

Environmental Quality Mgmt

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Microplastics (MPs) are a pollutant that increasingly threatens freshwater ecosystems and requires effective solutions for their removal. The aim of this study is to review current filtration methods used to remove MPs from freshwater environments. This study uses a systematic review method of existing literature regarding filtration techniques for removing MPs. Data were collected from various scientific sources published between 2015 and 2023. The filtration techniques analyzed include traditional filtration and advanced filtration technology. The study results show that advanced filtration technologies such as nanofiltration and biofiltration have a high potential in removing MPs from freshwater. However, each technique has its own challenges, including removal efficiency and implementation cost. The conclusion is that filtration is an effective method for dealing with MP pollution in freshwater ecosystems; however, further study is needed to address the existing challenges. This study provides in‐depth insights that can help develop more efficient policies and technologies for managing MP pollution in the future.

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Research and Trends of Filtration for Removing Microplastics in Freshwater Environments

Garfansa,

Zalizar,

Husen

et al. 2024

Environmental Quality Mgmt

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Microalgae-mediated bioremediation: current trends and opportunities-a review

Ali,

Hassan,

El-Sheekh

2024

Arch Microbiol

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Soil contamination with microplastics (MPs) from treated wastewater and sewage sludge: risks and sustainable mitigation strategies

Hechmi,

Bhat,

Kallel

et al. 2024

Discov Environ

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This review explores the hidden hazards associated with the reuse of treated wastewater and sewage sludge in agriculture while proposing mitigation strategies. It examines the origins and pathways of microplastics (MPs) in wastewater treatment plants and how these pollutants infiltrate agricultural ecosystems. The review assesses the effectiveness of MP removal from wastewater and its fate in soil after reuse, highlighting contamination dynamics and the need for proactive measures. Introducing soil remediation methods is crucial for addressing this issue. Alarming evidence of MPs in human blood, testis, semen, and placenta underscores the urgency for solutions, revealing significant threats to human health, particularly reproductive health. The review advocates for sustainable agricultural practices and effective soil remediation strategies to mitigate MP contamination, promoting environmental preservation, food safety, and human health protection. Graphical Abstract

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Feasibility, challenges, and future prospects of microalgae-based bioremediation technique for removing microplastics from wastewater

Cited by 9 publications

References 25 publications

Research and Trends of Filtration for Removing Microplastics in Freshwater Environments

Research and Trends of Filtration for Removing Microplastics in Freshwater Environments

Microalgae-mediated bioremediation: current trends and opportunities-a review

Soil contamination with microplastics (MPs) from treated wastewater and sewage sludge: risks and sustainable mitigation strategies

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