New synthesis of a high molecular weight ligand derived from dota; thermodynamic stability of the MRI contrast agent formed with gadolinium.

The new total synthesis in four steps of the compound P1041 is reported. This compound is a high molecular mass ligand (MW 6.32 kDa) derived from dota in which the four substituents are hydroxylated and contain amidic groups.

Use of a low-cost biosorbent to remove pesticides from wastewater.

A lignocellulosic substrate (LS) obtained from our local agroindustry was used as a low-cost and effective adsorbent for the removal of pesticides from wastewaters. The studied pesticides were terbumeton (N-(1,1-dimethyl)-Nethyl-6-methoxy-1,3,5-triazine-2,4-diamine), desethyl terbumeton (N-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-6-methoxy-1,3,5-triazine-2,4-diamine), dimetomorph (4-[3-(4-chlorophenyl)-3-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)acryloyl]morpholine), and isoproturon (3-(4-isopropylphenyl)-1,1-dimethylurea). Batch and column experiments were conducted as a function of pH and pesticide concentration under laboratory and industrial conditions.

Thermodynamic and structural properties of Eu3+ complexes of a new 12-membered tetraaza macrocycle containing pyridine and N-glutaryl groups as pendant arms: characterization of three complexing successive phases.

A new polyazamacrocyclic ligand (called pctga) containing pyridine and N-glutaryl arms has been synthesized as a potential agent for MRI (magnetic resonance imaging). Three series of successive complexes formed with Eu(3+) were characterized by at least two of the following methods: potentiometry, EXAFS or luminescence spectrometry. In the immediate complexes [EuH(h)(pctga)(H2O)6](h-3)+**, the metal ion is bound to the oxygen atoms of the three internal carboxylate groups and to six water molecules.

Sorption of Cu(II) onto vineyard soils: macroscopic and spectroscopic investigations.

The sorption of Cu on five vineyard soils was examined via macroscopic and spectroscopic investigations. The composition of the soils was previously determined using X-ray diffraction (XRD) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS) was employed to determine the metal environment with regard to the identity and interaction of the nearest atomic neighbors, the bond distances, and the coordination numbers.

Copper sorption on a straw lignin: experiments and EPR characterization.

Spectroscopic and physicochemical data, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), solid-state (13)C cross-polarization magic-angle-spinning NMR, GC/MS, specific surface area, site density, and surface acidity constants have been recorded or determined for a ligno-cellulosic substrate (LS) extracted from straw. Its copper(II)-bound ability has also been studied. The LS solid that exhibits two types of binding sites, carboxylic and phenolic groups, has a great affinity for copper(II), with a maximum of adsorption at around 4 mg g(-1) as early as the pH reaches 6.

Thermodynamic and spectroscopic studies of copper (II) complexes with three bis(amide) ligands derived from L-tartaric acid.

The interactions of three bis(amide) ligands derived from tartaric acid with copper (II) were investigated in aqueous solution by a combination of potentiometry, UV-vis spectrophotometry, electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR), and mass spectrometry. The formation constants of the complexes were measured and their relative structures were reported. The sites of complexation of these ligands are investigated based mostly on their electronic and EPR spectra and on the comparison with the behaviour of some analog compounds.

Adsorption of several metal ions onto a model soil sample: equilibrium and EPR studies.

Soils play an important role in the control of metallic cations in the environment. Therefore, knowledge of the adsorption properties of soil is crucial in understanding and solving pollution problems. Adsorption isotherms provide a macroscopic view of the retention phenomena.

Use of analytical microscopy to analyze the speciation of copper and chromium ions onto a low-cost biomaterial.

In this paper, we present our study of the speciation of copper and hexavalent chromium sorbed onto a lignocellulosic substrate, using analytical microscopy. The lignocellulosic substrate constitutes a low-cost biomaterial that can be used in wastewater treatment. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) coupled with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDXS) was used to determine the speciation of the two metal ions on the constitutive moieties of the lignocellulosic substrate.

Complexing mechanism of the lanthanide cations Eu3+, Gd3+, and Tb3+ with 1,4,7,10-tetrakis(carboxymethyl)-1,4,7,10-tetraazacyclododecane (dota)-characterization of three successive complexing phases: study of the thermodynamic and structural properties of the complexes by potentiometry, luminescence spectroscopy, and EXAFS.

Complexation of the lanthanides Eu3+, Gd3+, and Tb3+ with 1,4,7,10-tetrakis(carboxymethyl)-1,4,7,10-tetraazacyclododecane (dota) has been studied in solution by using potentiometry, luminescence spectrometry, and EXAFS. Three series of successive complexes were characterized by at least two of these methods: the immediate [LnHn(dota)](n-1)+** and intermediate [LnHn(dota)](n-1)+* complexes with 0 View Article and Find Full Text PDF

Surface complexation of copper(II) on soil particles: EPR and XAFS studies.

The interactions of transition metals with natural systems play an important role in the mobility and the bioavailability of these metals in soils. In this study, the adsorption of copper(II) onto natural soil particles was studied as a function of pH and metal concentration. The retention capacity of soil particles was determined at pH 6.

Molecular scale speciation of first-row transition elements bound to ligneous material by using X-ray absorption spectroscopy.

To develop a solid scientific basis for maintaining soil quality and formulating effective remediation strategies, it is critical to determine how environmentally-important trace metals are sequestered in soils at the molecular scale. The speciation of Mn, Fe and Cu in soil organic matter has been determined by synchrotron-based techniques: extended X-ray absorption fine structure (EXAFS) and X-ray absorption near edge structure (XANES). We show the structural similarity between the surface complexes of Mn(II), Fe(III) and Cu(II).

EXAFS and XANES studies of retention of copper and lead by a lignocellulosic biomaterial.

Lignocellulosic substrate (LS), which is a low cost biomaterial, has a strong complexing ability and can be used in the treatment of wastewaters as biosorbentto remove heavy metals. The speciation of copper and lead to this biomaterial has been studied by X-ray absorption spectroscopy. The copper(II) has a 6-coordinate structure with four oxygen atoms in the equatorial plane at 1.

Spectroscopic study of copper(II)--wheat straw cell wall residue surface complexes.

The sorption of copper(II) by wheat straw cell wall residue (CWR) was studied and revealed a relatively stable surface complexation on the acid sites of the substrate (carboxylic and phenolic moieties). The copper binding capacity at pH = 5.75 and ionic strength of 0.

Experimental study and modelling of lead solubility as a function of pH in mixtures of ground waters and cement waters.

The purpose of this study was the simulation of lead solubility equilibria in mixtures of concrete lixiviation waters and ground waters in order to obtain the data necessary for the modelling of lead behaviour. The lixiviation water was impossible to obtain in sufficient quantity by compression of concrete specimens and was replaced by cement water prepared by mixing a CLC or CPA cement suspension in distilled water under argon. Three lead salts, PbCl2, PbSO4 and PbCO3, were studied; they correspond to the anions found most frequently in the ground waters.

Structural Characterization and Iron(III) Binding Ability of Dimeric and Polymeric Lignin Models.

To understand the complexation in solution and the sorption of iron(III) on soluble and solid fractions of lignin, a dimeric model (guaiacyl-beta-guaiacylglycerol ether, called beta-O-4) and a polymeric model (dehydrogenation polymer resulting from polymerization of coniferyl alcohol) of lignin have been synthesized and characterized with chromatographic, solution, and solid state (13)C CP-MAS NMR and XPS spectroscopies. The beta-O-4 dimer is a monoacid (HL). Potentiometric studies in aqueous solution at 25 degrees C and 1 mol L(-1) ionic strength (KNO(3)) indicated formation of two stable complexes, FeL(2+) and probably FeL(OH)(+), which shows that the soluble fraction of lignin binds metals, indicating that they are transported by water through the soils.