Comparison of by-products as adsorbents for the removal of the antibiotics ciprofloxacin, trimethoprim and clarithromycin.

Antibiotics in the environment are considered emerging pollutants, with special relevance and concern due to the proliferation of antibiotic-resistant bacteria and genes. Therefore, finding ways to remediate antibiotics-contaminated soil and water through the use of bio-adsorbents is imperative. In this research, we investigate three by-products (hemp waste, oak ash, and mussel shell) as potential low-cost bio-adsorbents for the antibiotics Ciprofloxacin (CIP), Clarithromycin (CLA), and Trimethoprim (TRI), using batch-type and stirred flow chamber experiments to study their retention and release.

Harnessing photosynthetic microorganisms for enhanced bioremediation of microplastics: A comprehensive review.

Mismanaged plastics, upon entering the environment, undergo degradation through physicochemical and/or biological processes. This process often results in the formation of microplastics (MPs), the most prevalent form of plastic debris (<1 mm). MPs pose severe threats to aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, necessitating innovative strategies for effective remediation.

Microplastic interactions in the agroecosystems: methodological advances and limitations in quantifying microplastics from agricultural soil.

The instantaneous growth of the world population is intensifying the pressure on the agricultural sector. On the other hand, the critical climate changes and increasing load of pollutants in the soil are imposing formidable challenges on agroecosystems, affecting productivity and quality of the crops. Microplastics are among the most prevalent pollutants that have already invaded all terrestrial and aquatic zones.

The impact of olive mill wastewater on soil properties, nutrient and heavy metal availability - A study case from Syrian vertisols.

Olive oil mill wastewater (OMW) is an environmental concern in olive oil producers' regions due to its use in agricultural soils as an organic amendment. However, OMW can also be used as organic fertilizer due to their high organic matter and nutrient levels, but its use, when it occurs without environmental management, can cause serious environmental implications for soils and waters. This work evaluated the impact of different OMW levels on a set of physicochemical parameters from an agricultural vertisol where wheat grew (Triticum aestivum L var.

Use of metal nanoparticles in agriculture. A review on the effects on plant germination.

Agricultural nanotechnology has become a powerful tool to help crops and improve agricultural production in the context of a growing world population. However, its application can have some problems with the development of harvests, especially during germination. This review evaluates nanoparticles with essential (Cu, Fe, Ni and Zn) and non-essential (Ag and Ti) elements on plant germination.