Amended biochar in constructed wetlands: Roles, challenges, and future directions removing pharmaceuticals and personal care products.

Pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) in wastewater pose significant threats to both human health and aquatic ecosystems. Wastewater discharge from various sources is the primary cause of these contaminants, and proper treatment is essential for protecting the environment. Traditional treatment technologies are often too expensive and ineffective in removing PPCPs.