The survival and development of human society highly depends on the water availability. Driven by the growth of population and economy, global water demand has increased more than eightfold since the 1900s. Meanwhile,...The survival and development of human society highly depends on the water availability. Driven by the growth of population and economy, global water demand has increased more than eightfold since the 1900s. Meanwhile, the commonly deteriorated freshwater quality cause a large proportion of available water resources unsuitable for human uses. This inter-coupled challenge of insufficient water quantity and inadequate water quality has rendered water scarcity a widespread problem in many parts of the world.展开更多
Phthalate esters(PAEs),recognized as endocrine disruptors,are released into the environment during usage,thereby exerting adverse ecological effects.This study investigates the occurrence,sources,and risk assessment o...Phthalate esters(PAEs),recognized as endocrine disruptors,are released into the environment during usage,thereby exerting adverse ecological effects.This study investigates the occurrence,sources,and risk assessment of PAEs in surface water obtained from 36 sampling points within the Yellow River and Yangtze River basins.The total concentration of PAEs in the Yellow River spans from124.5 to 836.5 ng/L,with Dimethyl phthalate(DMP)(75.4±102.7 ng/L)and Diisobutyl phthalate(DiBP)(263.4±103.1 ng/L)emerging as the predominant types.Concentrations exhibit a pattern of upstream(512.9±202.1 ng/L)>midstream(344.5±135.3 ng/L)>downstream(177.8±46.7 ng/L).In the Yangtze River,the total concentration ranges from 81.9 to 441.6 ng/L,with DMP(46.1±23.4 ng/L),Diethyl phthalate(DEP)(93.3±45.2 ng/L),and DiBP(174.2±67.6 ng/L)as the primary components.Concentration levels follow a midstream(324.8±107.3 ng/L)>upstream(200.8±51.8 ng/L)>downstream(165.8±71.6 ng/L)pattern.Attention should be directed towards the moderate ecological risks of DiBP in the upstream of HH,and both the upstream and midstream of CJ need consideration for the moderate ecological risks associated with Di-n-octyl phthalate(DNOP).Conversely,in other regions,the associated risk with PAEs is either low or negligible.The main source of PAEs in Yellow River is attributed to the release of construction land,while in the Yangtze River Basin,it stems from the accumulation of pollutants in lakes and forests discharged into the river.These findings are instrumental for pinpointing sources of PAEs pollution and formulating control strategies in the Yellow and Yangtze Rivers,providing valuable insights for global PAEs research in other major rivers.展开更多
Due to their persistence,bioaccumulation,and resistance to degradation,perfluorinated substances(PFASs)have significant impacts on the environment and human health.This study comprehensively analyzed and assessed the ...Due to their persistence,bioaccumulation,and resistance to degradation,perfluorinated substances(PFASs)have significant impacts on the environment and human health.This study comprehensively analyzed and assessed the occurrence characteristics,sources,and potential ecological risks of 13 PFASs in the Yangtze River.The results indicated that the concentrations ofΣPFASs range from 5.1 to 57.7 ng/L,with more severe pollution downstream and perfluorobutane sulfonate(PFBuS)being the main pollutant.ΣPFASs showed a positive correlation with total organic carbon and absorbance under the condition of UV wavelength 254 nm(UV_(254)),and a negative correlation with total dissolved solids.Positive matrix factorization model analysis revealed that the primary sources of PFASs in the study area are food packaging,the electroplating industry,and the manufacturing and processing of fluoropolymer-containing products.The total ecological risk value of PFASs indicated that the ecological risks to algae,invertebrates,and fish are negligible.The annual load of ΣPFASs in the Yangtze River was 39.00 t,with the highest concentrations of pollutants being PFBuS(26.41 t/year),perfluorobutanoic acid(6.47 t/year),and perfluorooctanoic acid(PFOA,3.19t/year).While PFASs have not yet posed a risk to aquatic organisms,the increase in the use of short-chain PFASs substitutes(C4-C7)due to the regulation of PFOA and perfluorooctane sulfonate highlights the need for continued monitoring of short-chain PFASs pollution.展开更多
The Key Laboratory of Drinking Water Science and Technology(DWST),a key branch of the Laboratory of Environmental Aquatic Chemistry,has been staying on the cutting edge in the field of drinking water since its establi...The Key Laboratory of Drinking Water Science and Technology(DWST),a key branch of the Laboratory of Environmental Aquatic Chemistry,has been staying on the cutting edge in the field of drinking water since its establishment in 2014.The main goal of this laboratory is to ensure drinking water safety,particularly with regard to public health.To achieve this goal,the research teams have been making great efforts to develop water quality criteria and standards for health risk control;establish stateof-the-art theoretical and technological systems for pollution control and water purification;form an innovation layout from foundation to application,from engineering to management,and from water source to tap;and provide systematic solutions to forward-looking and universal scientific problems in drinking water safety.The laboratory mainly focuses on four research fields:(1)methodology for water quality risk assessment;(2)combined pollution of water source and ecological restoration;(3)new theories and technologies for water purification;and(4)chemical/biological processes and regulations of water distribution systems.展开更多
The Xuan Dai Bay,located in Phu Yen Province,Vietnam,is one of the most traditional and important aquaculture areas of the country.Using physico-chemical methods to evaluate the environmental quality of the bay shows ...The Xuan Dai Bay,located in Phu Yen Province,Vietnam,is one of the most traditional and important aquaculture areas of the country.Using physico-chemical methods to evaluate the environmental quality of the bay shows that the area is contaminated with nutrients.However,it is necessary to clarify the level of pollution and the impact of polluting factors on biological communities and ecological status in the area.Two marine biotic indices AZTI’s marine biotic index(AMBI)and multivariate-AMBI(M-AMBI)were used to shed light on these issues.This research reveals the outcomes of applying these indicators in evaluating the ecological status in the area.The results show that the environment of the Xuan Dai Bay is being polluted.The most severe pollution level is at stations close to denser farms sites;while the lower pollution is found at stations near the mouth of the bay.The benthic community was imbalanced at all sampling stations,ranging from mild to moderate levels;while the ecological status is moderate,except good-high quality status close to the mouth.展开更多
Mangrove ecosystems along Vietnam’s coastline face significant degradation due to human activities,despite their crucial role in coastal protection against natural hazards.This study aims to assess the spatial and te...Mangrove ecosystems along Vietnam’s coastline face significant degradation due to human activities,despite their crucial role in coastal protection against natural hazards.This study aims to assess the spatial and temporal changes in mangrove coverage along Vietnam’s southern coast by integrating remote sensing techniques with hydrodynamic model simulations.The research methodology combines the Collect Earth tool analysis of Spot-4 and Planet satellite imagery(2000–2020)with Mike 21-HD two-dimensional(2D)hydrodynamic modeling to evaluate mangrove coverage changes by simulating shoreline erosion.Results analysis reveals that a significant increase of 109.83 ha in mangrove area within Vinh Chau Town of Soc Trang Province during the period 2010–2020,predominantly in the eastern region.Hydrodynamic simulations demonstrate that the coastal zone is primarily influenced by the interaction of nearshore currents,East Sea tides,and seasonal monsoon wave patterns.The model results effectively capture the complex interactions between these hydrodynamic factors and mangrove distribution.These findings not only validate the effectiveness of combining remote sensing and hydrodynamic modeling for mangrove assessment but also provide crucial insights for sustainable coastal ecosystem management.The study’s integrated approach offers a robust framework for monitoring mangrove dynamics and developing evidence-based conservation strategies,highlighting the importance of maintaining these vital ecosystems for coastal protection.展开更多
Sedimentation sludge water(SSW),a prominent constituent of wastewater from drinking water treatment plants,has received limited attention in terms of its treatment and utilization likely due to the perceived difficult...Sedimentation sludge water(SSW),a prominent constituent of wastewater from drinking water treatment plants,has received limited attention in terms of its treatment and utilization likely due to the perceived difficulties associated with managing SSW sludge.This study comprehensively evaluated the water quality of SSW by comparing it to a well-documented wastewater(filter backwash water(FBW)).Furthermore,it investigated the pollutant variations in the SSW during pre-sedimentation process,probed the underlying reaction mechanism,and explored the feasibility of employing a pilot-scale coagulation-sedimentation process for SSW treatment.The levels of most water quality parameters were generally comparable between SSW and FBW.During the pre-sedimentation of SSW,significant removal of turbidity,bacterial counts,and dissolved organic matter(DOM)was observed.The characterization of DOM components,molecular weight distributions,and optical properties revealed that the macromolecular proteinaceous biopolymers and humic acids were preferentially removed.The characterization of particulates indicated that high surface energy,zeta potential,and bridging/adsorption/sedimentation/coagulation capacities in aluminum residuals of SSW,underscoring its potential as a coagulant and promoting the generation and sedimentation of inorganic-organic complexes.The coagulation-sedimentation process could effectively remove pollutants from low-turbidity SSW([turbidity]0<15 NTU).These findings provide valuable insights into the water quality dynamics of SSW during the pre-sedimentation process,facilitating the development of SSW quality management and enhancing its reuse rate.展开更多
Recent studies identify large uncertainties in the projections of tropical cyclone(TC)activity due to discrepancies in tropical Pacific sea surface temperature(SST)warming patterns.While observational datasets consist...Recent studies identify large uncertainties in the projections of tropical cyclone(TC)activity due to discrepancies in tropical Pacific sea surface temperature(SST)warming patterns.While observational datasets consistently reveal a La Niña-like warming pattern[0.15℃-0.25℃(10 yr)^(−1) relative cooling in the eastern equatorial Pacific],over 80%of CMIP6 models project an erroneous El Niño-like trend.These discrepancies arise from biases in cloud feedbacks,Walker circulation strength,and oceanic upwelling processes.This review examines the key mechanisms shaping observed versus modeled warming patterns,evaluates the complex link between tropical SST patterns and TC activity,and explores the feasibility of storm-resolving models for improving TC projections.We propose that pattern-conditioned TC projections using convection-permitting models,alongside physics-informed interpretations,offer a path forward in reducing uncertainties in future climate predictions.展开更多
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the price and composition of blood glucose meters and blood glucose test papers in Hubei Province,so as to improve the affordability of blood glucose monitoring for diabetes pa...The purpose of this study is to evaluate the price and composition of blood glucose meters and blood glucose test papers in Hubei Province,so as to improve the affordability of blood glucose monitoring for diabetes patients.Using the standard survey method jointly developed by the World Health Organization(WHO)and Health Action International(HAI)for drug price composition analysis,central level data was collected through literature review,policy review,and interviews with key informants.Field research was conducted in Wuhan and Yichang to trace price data at various levels of the supply chain.At the central level,data shows that China has implemented multiple policies related to the management and pricing of blood glucose meters and test strips,but has not yet introduced price restrictions for blood glucose meters and test strips;At the supply chain level,data shows that the price composition of blood glucose meters and test strips in Hubei Province is mainly composed of manufacturer prices and retail markups,followed by supply chain taxes and wholesale markups.It can be seen from this that China has established a comprehensive medical device registration,sales,quality control and management standard system through a series of policies.At present,China has not issued price policies for blood glucose meters and blood glucose test papers.Therefore,we can reduce product prices by including medical insurance,government subsidies,competitive bidding,and reducing supply chain taxes,thus improving the affordability of blood glucose monitoring for diabetes patients.展开更多
Reducing greenhouse gas(GHG)emissions to address climate change is a global consensus,and municipal wastewater treatment plants(MWWTPs)should lead the way in low-carbon sustainable development.However,achieving efflue...Reducing greenhouse gas(GHG)emissions to address climate change is a global consensus,and municipal wastewater treatment plants(MWWTPs)should lead the way in low-carbon sustainable development.However,achieving effluent discharge standards often requires considerable energy and chemical consumption during operation,resulting in significant carbon footprints.In this study,GHG emissions are systematically accounted for,and the driving factors of carbon footprint growth in China’s MWWTPs are explored.In 2020,a total of 41.9 million tonnes(Mt)of carbon dioxide equivalent(CO_(2)-eq)were released by the sector,with nearly two-thirds being indirect emissions resulting from energy and material usage.The intensity of electricity,carbon source,and phosphorus removing agent consumption increasingly influence carbon footprint growth over time.Through statistical inference,benchmarks for electricity and chemical consumption intensity are established across all MWWTPs under various operational conditions,and the potential for mitigation through more efficient energy and material utilization is calculated.The results suggest that many MWWTPs offer significant opportunities for emission reduction.Consequently,empirical decarbonization measures,including intelligent device control,optimization of aeration equipment,energy recovery initiatives,and other enhancements to improve operational and carbon efficiency,are recommended.展开更多
Membrane technology has thus far played an essential role in promoting environmental sustainability through improving the quality of water.Taking into account the current growth rate of membrane products along with th...Membrane technology has thus far played an essential role in promoting environmental sustainability through improving the quality of water.Taking into account the current growth rate of membrane products along with the market capacity,a tremendous rise in the amount of end-of-life(EoL)membranes is inevitable.In 2022,the global records of EoL membranes reached 35,000 tons.Recycling and resource utilization of EoL membranes is a viable option and hold significant promises for energy conservation and carbon neutralization.The present work provides an extensive overview of the latest progress in the field in relation with the prominent application cases.Furthermore,the avenues for the contributions of membrane recycling treatment technology within the framework of“carbon neutrality”are discussed with emphasis on permeability,pollutant interception capacity,and other relevant factors associated with the recycled membranes.This review strives to summarize the recycling and efficient utilization of EoL membranes,aiming at providing technical support to reduce operational costs and promote the low-carbon development of membrane technology.展开更多
This work focuses on the evolution behaviors of ring dark solitons(RDSs) and the following vortices after the collapses of RDSs in spin-1 Bose–Einstein condensates. We find that the weighted average of the initial de...This work focuses on the evolution behaviors of ring dark solitons(RDSs) and the following vortices after the collapses of RDSs in spin-1 Bose–Einstein condensates. We find that the weighted average of the initial depths of three components determines the number and motion trajectories of vortex dipoles. For the weighted average of the initial depths below the critical depth, two vortex dipoles form and start moving along the horizontal axis.For the weighted average depth above the critical depth, two or four vortex dipoles form, and all start moving along the vertical axis. For the RDS with weighted average depth at exactly the critical point, four vortex dipoles form, half of the vortex dipoles initiate movement vertically, and the other half initiate movement horizontally.Our conclusion is applicable to the two-component system studied in earlier research, indicating its universality.展开更多
The Acknowledgments“Thisworkwas supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51878649,52030002),the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2018YFE0204100)and the Youth Innovation Promotion Asso...The Acknowledgments“Thisworkwas supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51878649,52030002),the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2018YFE0204100)and the Youth Innovation Promotion Association CAS.”should be revised to“This work was supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2018YFE0204101),the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51878649,52030002),and the Youth Innovation Promotion Association CAS.”展开更多
The cement mortar lining(CML)of commonly used ductile iron pipes can severely deteriorate the drinking water quality at the initial stage of use,but the behavioral characteristics of different elements release from th...The cement mortar lining(CML)of commonly used ductile iron pipes can severely deteriorate the drinking water quality at the initial stage of use,but the behavioral characteristics of different elements release from the CML in this stage is still unclear.In this study,dynamic immersion experiments with new cement mortar lined ductile iron pipe reactors were conducted under different feed water hardness and alkalinity conditions.The results showed that the release of alkaline substances from the CML at the initial stage of use could strongly influence the pH of water,which consequently greatly impacted the release/precipitation behaviors of calcium,aluminum and silicon.The pH and aluminum concentration of the effluent water could reach 11.5 and 700μg/L within 24 hr of hydraulic retention time,respectively,under conditions of relatively lower hardness and alkalinity.Due to the pH elevation,calcium carbonate precipitation could occur even at much lower feed water alkalinity.Whereas the aluminum and silicon could keep release from the CML in soluble form at different hardness and alkalinity levels,and their release rate depended on the amount of calcium carbonate precipitation.Thus,aluminum and silicon were more suitable as indicators of the corrosion intensity at the initial stage of CML use rather than the traditional calcium carbonate precipitation potential.Appropriate feed water hardness and alkalinity levels for mitigating the initial intense corrosion of CML were proposed:hardness>40 mg/L(CaCO_(3)),alkalinity>100 mg/L(CaCO_(3)).展开更多
High energy consumption has seriously hindered the development of Fenton-like reactions for the removal of refractory organic pollutants in water.To solve this problem,we designed a novel Fenton-like catalyst(Cu-PAN3)...High energy consumption has seriously hindered the development of Fenton-like reactions for the removal of refractory organic pollutants in water.To solve this problem,we designed a novel Fenton-like catalyst(Cu-PAN3)by coprecipitation and carbon thermal reduction.The catalyst exhibits excellent Fenton-like catalytic activity and stability for the degradation of various pollutants with low H_(2)O_(2)consumption.The experimental results indicate that the dual reaction centers(DRCs)are composed of Cu-N-C and Cu-O-C bridges between copper and graphene-like carbon,which form electron-poor/rich centers on the catalyst surface.H_(2)O_(2)is mainly reduced at electron-rich Cu centers to free radicals for pollutant degradation.Meanwhile,pollutants can be oxidized by donating electrons to the electron-poor C centers of the catalyst,which inhibits the ineffective decomposition of H_(2)O_(2)at the electron-poor centers.This therefore significantly reduces the consumption of H_(2)O_(2)and reduces energy consumption.展开更多
The degradation of micropollutants in water via ultraviolet(UV)-based advanced oxidation processes(AOPs)is strongly dependent on the water matrix.Various reactive radicals(RRs)formed in UV-AOPs have different reaction...The degradation of micropollutants in water via ultraviolet(UV)-based advanced oxidation processes(AOPs)is strongly dependent on the water matrix.Various reactive radicals(RRs)formed in UV-AOPs have different reaction selectivities toward water matrices and degradation efficiencies for target micropollutants.Hence,process selection and optimization are crucial.This study developed a facilitated prediction method for the photon fluence-based rate constant for micropollutant degradation(K′_(p,MP))in various UV-AOPs by combining model simulation with portable measurement.Portable methods for measuring the scavenging capacities of the principal RRs(RRSCs)involved in UV-AOPs(i.e.,HO^(·),SO_(4)^(·-),and Cl^(·))using a mini-fluidic photoreaction system were proposed.The simulation models consisted of photochemical,quantitative structure–activity relationship,and radical concentration steady-state approximation models.The RRSCs were determined in eight test waters,and a higher RRSC was found to be associated with a more complex water matrix.Then,by taking sulfamethazine,caffeine,and carbamazepine as model micropollutants,the k′_(p,MP) values in various UV-AOPs were predicted and further verified experimentally.A lower k′_(p,MP) was found to be associated with a higher RRSC for a stronger RR competition;for example,k′_(p,MP) values of 130.9 and 332.5 m^(2) einstein^(–1),respectively,were obtained for carbamazepine degradation by UV/H_(2)O_(2) in the raw water(RRSC=9.47×10^(4) s^(-1))and sand-filtered effluent(RRSC=2.87×10^(4) s^(-1))of a drinking water treatment plant.The developed method facilitates process selection and optimization for UV-AOPs,which is essential for increasing the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of water treatment.展开更多
Exploring the vast extraterrestrial space is an inevitable trend with continuous human development.Water treatment and reuse are crucial in the limited and closed space that is available in spaceships or long-term use...Exploring the vast extraterrestrial space is an inevitable trend with continuous human development.Water treatment and reuse are crucial in the limited and closed space that is available in spaceships or long-term use space bases that will be established in the foreseeable future.Dedicated water treatment technologies have experienced iterative development for more than 60 years since the first manned spaceflight was successfully launched.Herein,we briefly review the related wastewater characteristics and the history of water treatment in space stations,and we focus on future challenges and perspectives,aiming at providing insights for optimizing wastewater treatment technologies and closing the water cycle in future.展开更多
Magnesium alloys with long-period stacking ordered(LPSO)structures are known for their impressive static mechanical strength,but the consistent occurrence of slip-cracking along the LPSO lamellae,which do not effectiv...Magnesium alloys with long-period stacking ordered(LPSO)structures are known for their impressive static mechanical strength,but the consistent occurrence of slip-cracking along the LPSO lamellae,which do not effectively impede the movement of basal dislocations,has prompted concerns about their very high cycle fatigue(VHCF)performance.In this study,an extruded Mg-Gd-Zn-Zr alloy was developed,showcasing exceptional VHCF resistance due to its bimodal structure comprisingfine grains and coarse grains consisting of curved LPSO lamellae.The investigation on the crack initiation mechanism revealed that slip-induced cracking predominantly occurs infine-grained regions rather than in the interior of coarse grains.The extrusion process aligns the basal planes of most coarse grains parallel to the axial direction,and the presence of curved LPSO lamellae acts as barriers to the movement of basal dislocations,thereby effectively increasing the threshold for slip-cracking along the basal plane.Consequently,fatigue damage manifests in the form of slip bands and micro-cracks within the interior offine grains,ultimately resulting in fatigue crack initiation,propagation andfinal fracture.展开更多
Working memory is a core cognitive function that supports goal-directed behavior and complex thought.We developed a spatial working memory and attention test on paired symbols(SWAPS)which has been proved to be a usefu...Working memory is a core cognitive function that supports goal-directed behavior and complex thought.We developed a spatial working memory and attention test on paired symbols(SWAPS)which has been proved to be a useful and valid tool for spatial working memory and attention studies in the fields of cognitive psychology,education,and psychiatry.The repeated administration of working memory capacity tests is common in clinical and research settings.Studies suggest that repeated cognitive tests may improve the performance scores also known as retest effects.The systematic investigation of retest effects in SWAPS is critical for interpreting scientific results,but it is still not fully developed.To address this,we recruited 77 college students aged 18–21 years and used SWAPS comprising 72 trials with different memory loads,learning time,and delay span.We repeated the test once a week for five weeks to investigate the retest effects of SWAPS.There were significant retest effects in the first two tests:the accuracy of the SWAPS tests significantly increased,and then stabilized.These findings provide useful information for researchers to appropriately use or interpret the repeated working memory tests.Further experiments are still needed to clarify the factors that mediate the retest effects,and find out the cognitive mechanism that influences the retest effects.展开更多
The floodplain of the Yellow River is a typical area characterized by redox fluctuations and heavy metal pollution.However,the mobilization behavior of heavy metals in floodplain sediments during redox fluctuations re...The floodplain of the Yellow River is a typical area characterized by redox fluctuations and heavy metal pollution.However,the mobilization behavior of heavy metals in floodplain sediments during redox fluctuations remains poorly understood.In this study,reductive mobilization of Fe and Mn was observed under reducing environments through reduction and dissolution,leading to the subsequent release of adsorbed As.In contrast,the mobilization of U occurred under oxic conditions,as the oxidative state of U(VI)has higher solubility.Furthermore,insignificant effects on the mobilization of Cd,Cu,Pb,and Hg were noticed during redox fluctuations,indicating higher stability of these heavymetals.Additionally,we demonstrated that carbon sources can play a key role in the mobilization of heavy metals in floodplain sediments,amplifying the reductive mobilization of Fe,Mn,As and the oxidative mobilization of U.Our findings contribute to the understanding of the biogeochemical cycling of heavy metal in floodplain sediments of the Yellow River and the factors that control this cycling.展开更多
文摘The survival and development of human society highly depends on the water availability. Driven by the growth of population and economy, global water demand has increased more than eightfold since the 1900s. Meanwhile, the commonly deteriorated freshwater quality cause a large proportion of available water resources unsuitable for human uses. This inter-coupled challenge of insufficient water quantity and inadequate water quality has rendered water scarcity a widespread problem in many parts of the world.
基金supported by the Ministry of Science and Technology of China(Nos.2021YFC3200904 and 2022YFC3203705)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52270012 and 52070184).
文摘Phthalate esters(PAEs),recognized as endocrine disruptors,are released into the environment during usage,thereby exerting adverse ecological effects.This study investigates the occurrence,sources,and risk assessment of PAEs in surface water obtained from 36 sampling points within the Yellow River and Yangtze River basins.The total concentration of PAEs in the Yellow River spans from124.5 to 836.5 ng/L,with Dimethyl phthalate(DMP)(75.4±102.7 ng/L)and Diisobutyl phthalate(DiBP)(263.4±103.1 ng/L)emerging as the predominant types.Concentrations exhibit a pattern of upstream(512.9±202.1 ng/L)>midstream(344.5±135.3 ng/L)>downstream(177.8±46.7 ng/L).In the Yangtze River,the total concentration ranges from 81.9 to 441.6 ng/L,with DMP(46.1±23.4 ng/L),Diethyl phthalate(DEP)(93.3±45.2 ng/L),and DiBP(174.2±67.6 ng/L)as the primary components.Concentration levels follow a midstream(324.8±107.3 ng/L)>upstream(200.8±51.8 ng/L)>downstream(165.8±71.6 ng/L)pattern.Attention should be directed towards the moderate ecological risks of DiBP in the upstream of HH,and both the upstream and midstream of CJ need consideration for the moderate ecological risks associated with Di-n-octyl phthalate(DNOP).Conversely,in other regions,the associated risk with PAEs is either low or negligible.The main source of PAEs in Yellow River is attributed to the release of construction land,while in the Yangtze River Basin,it stems from the accumulation of pollutants in lakes and forests discharged into the river.These findings are instrumental for pinpointing sources of PAEs pollution and formulating control strategies in the Yellow and Yangtze Rivers,providing valuable insights for global PAEs research in other major rivers.
基金supported by the Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.XDB0750000)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52270012 and 52470018)the Ministry of Science and Technology of China(Nos.2022YFC3203705 and2021YFC3200904)。
文摘Due to their persistence,bioaccumulation,and resistance to degradation,perfluorinated substances(PFASs)have significant impacts on the environment and human health.This study comprehensively analyzed and assessed the occurrence characteristics,sources,and potential ecological risks of 13 PFASs in the Yangtze River.The results indicated that the concentrations ofΣPFASs range from 5.1 to 57.7 ng/L,with more severe pollution downstream and perfluorobutane sulfonate(PFBuS)being the main pollutant.ΣPFASs showed a positive correlation with total organic carbon and absorbance under the condition of UV wavelength 254 nm(UV_(254)),and a negative correlation with total dissolved solids.Positive matrix factorization model analysis revealed that the primary sources of PFASs in the study area are food packaging,the electroplating industry,and the manufacturing and processing of fluoropolymer-containing products.The total ecological risk value of PFASs indicated that the ecological risks to algae,invertebrates,and fish are negligible.The annual load of ΣPFASs in the Yangtze River was 39.00 t,with the highest concentrations of pollutants being PFBuS(26.41 t/year),perfluorobutanoic acid(6.47 t/year),and perfluorooctanoic acid(PFOA,3.19t/year).While PFASs have not yet posed a risk to aquatic organisms,the increase in the use of short-chain PFASs substitutes(C4-C7)due to the regulation of PFOA and perfluorooctane sulfonate highlights the need for continued monitoring of short-chain PFASs pollution.
文摘The Key Laboratory of Drinking Water Science and Technology(DWST),a key branch of the Laboratory of Environmental Aquatic Chemistry,has been staying on the cutting edge in the field of drinking water since its establishment in 2014.The main goal of this laboratory is to ensure drinking water safety,particularly with regard to public health.To achieve this goal,the research teams have been making great efforts to develop water quality criteria and standards for health risk control;establish stateof-the-art theoretical and technological systems for pollution control and water purification;form an innovation layout from foundation to application,from engineering to management,and from water source to tap;and provide systematic solutions to forward-looking and universal scientific problems in drinking water safety.The laboratory mainly focuses on four research fields:(1)methodology for water quality risk assessment;(2)combined pollution of water source and ecological restoration;(3)new theories and technologies for water purification;and(4)chemical/biological processes and regulations of water distribution systems.
基金A project at the Joint Vietnam-Russia Tropical Science and Technology Research Center under contract No.1113/QD-TTNDVN.
文摘The Xuan Dai Bay,located in Phu Yen Province,Vietnam,is one of the most traditional and important aquaculture areas of the country.Using physico-chemical methods to evaluate the environmental quality of the bay shows that the area is contaminated with nutrients.However,it is necessary to clarify the level of pollution and the impact of polluting factors on biological communities and ecological status in the area.Two marine biotic indices AZTI’s marine biotic index(AMBI)and multivariate-AMBI(M-AMBI)were used to shed light on these issues.This research reveals the outcomes of applying these indicators in evaluating the ecological status in the area.The results show that the environment of the Xuan Dai Bay is being polluted.The most severe pollution level is at stations close to denser farms sites;while the lower pollution is found at stations near the mouth of the bay.The benthic community was imbalanced at all sampling stations,ranging from mild to moderate levels;while the ecological status is moderate,except good-high quality status close to the mouth.
基金supported by Environmental Protection Project 2023-2024,with the Joint Vietnam-Russia Tropical Science and Technology Research Center(Southern Branch)as the lead Institution.
文摘Mangrove ecosystems along Vietnam’s coastline face significant degradation due to human activities,despite their crucial role in coastal protection against natural hazards.This study aims to assess the spatial and temporal changes in mangrove coverage along Vietnam’s southern coast by integrating remote sensing techniques with hydrodynamic model simulations.The research methodology combines the Collect Earth tool analysis of Spot-4 and Planet satellite imagery(2000–2020)with Mike 21-HD two-dimensional(2D)hydrodynamic modeling to evaluate mangrove coverage changes by simulating shoreline erosion.Results analysis reveals that a significant increase of 109.83 ha in mangrove area within Vinh Chau Town of Soc Trang Province during the period 2010–2020,predominantly in the eastern region.Hydrodynamic simulations demonstrate that the coastal zone is primarily influenced by the interaction of nearshore currents,East Sea tides,and seasonal monsoon wave patterns.The model results effectively capture the complex interactions between these hydrodynamic factors and mangrove distribution.These findings not only validate the effectiveness of combining remote sensing and hydrodynamic modeling for mangrove assessment but also provide crucial insights for sustainable coastal ecosystem management.The study’s integrated approach offers a robust framework for monitoring mangrove dynamics and developing evidence-based conservation strategies,highlighting the importance of maintaining these vital ecosystems for coastal protection.
基金supported by the Ministry of Science and Technology of China (Nos.2021YFC3200904,and 2022YFC3203705)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos.52070184,and 52270012)the Nanning Scientific Research and Technology Development Project (No.ZC20223238).
文摘Sedimentation sludge water(SSW),a prominent constituent of wastewater from drinking water treatment plants,has received limited attention in terms of its treatment and utilization likely due to the perceived difficulties associated with managing SSW sludge.This study comprehensively evaluated the water quality of SSW by comparing it to a well-documented wastewater(filter backwash water(FBW)).Furthermore,it investigated the pollutant variations in the SSW during pre-sedimentation process,probed the underlying reaction mechanism,and explored the feasibility of employing a pilot-scale coagulation-sedimentation process for SSW treatment.The levels of most water quality parameters were generally comparable between SSW and FBW.During the pre-sedimentation of SSW,significant removal of turbidity,bacterial counts,and dissolved organic matter(DOM)was observed.The characterization of DOM components,molecular weight distributions,and optical properties revealed that the macromolecular proteinaceous biopolymers and humic acids were preferentially removed.The characterization of particulates indicated that high surface energy,zeta potential,and bridging/adsorption/sedimentation/coagulation capacities in aluminum residuals of SSW,underscoring its potential as a coagulant and promoting the generation and sedimentation of inorganic-organic complexes.The coagulation-sedimentation process could effectively remove pollutants from low-turbidity SSW([turbidity]0<15 NTU).These findings provide valuable insights into the water quality dynamics of SSW during the pre-sedimentation process,facilitating the development of SSW quality management and enhancing its reuse rate.
基金supported partly by the AORI visiting professorship programsupported in part by a Moonshot R&D grant(Grant No.JPMJMS2282-02)from the Japan Science and Technology Agency+1 种基金the JSPS Core-to-Core Program,“International Core-to-Core Project on Global Storm Resolving Analysis”(Grant No.JPJSCCA20220001)JSPS KAKENHI(Grant Nos.20B202,20H05728,and 24K00703)。
文摘Recent studies identify large uncertainties in the projections of tropical cyclone(TC)activity due to discrepancies in tropical Pacific sea surface temperature(SST)warming patterns.While observational datasets consistently reveal a La Niña-like warming pattern[0.15℃-0.25℃(10 yr)^(−1) relative cooling in the eastern equatorial Pacific],over 80%of CMIP6 models project an erroneous El Niño-like trend.These discrepancies arise from biases in cloud feedbacks,Walker circulation strength,and oceanic upwelling processes.This review examines the key mechanisms shaping observed versus modeled warming patterns,evaluates the complex link between tropical SST patterns and TC activity,and explores the feasibility of storm-resolving models for improving TC projections.We propose that pattern-conditioned TC projections using convection-permitting models,alongside physics-informed interpretations,offer a path forward in reducing uncertainties in future climate predictions.
基金Hubei Provincial Medical Institutions at all levels of basic drugs and drug bridging support policy projectsResearch on the Integrated Development of Disease Prevention and Control and Medical Services in the XPCC under the Background of Healthy China (Grant No. BTJKJ2024003)。
文摘The purpose of this study is to evaluate the price and composition of blood glucose meters and blood glucose test papers in Hubei Province,so as to improve the affordability of blood glucose monitoring for diabetes patients.Using the standard survey method jointly developed by the World Health Organization(WHO)and Health Action International(HAI)for drug price composition analysis,central level data was collected through literature review,policy review,and interviews with key informants.Field research was conducted in Wuhan and Yichang to trace price data at various levels of the supply chain.At the central level,data shows that China has implemented multiple policies related to the management and pricing of blood glucose meters and test strips,but has not yet introduced price restrictions for blood glucose meters and test strips;At the supply chain level,data shows that the price composition of blood glucose meters and test strips in Hubei Province is mainly composed of manufacturer prices and retail markups,followed by supply chain taxes and wholesale markups.It can be seen from this that China has established a comprehensive medical device registration,sales,quality control and management standard system through a series of policies.At present,China has not issued price policies for blood glucose meters and blood glucose test papers.Therefore,we can reduce product prices by including medical insurance,government subsidies,competitive bidding,and reducing supply chain taxes,thus improving the affordability of blood glucose monitoring for diabetes patients.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52200228 and 72022004)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2021YFC3200205 and 2022YFC3203704).
文摘Reducing greenhouse gas(GHG)emissions to address climate change is a global consensus,and municipal wastewater treatment plants(MWWTPs)should lead the way in low-carbon sustainable development.However,achieving effluent discharge standards often requires considerable energy and chemical consumption during operation,resulting in significant carbon footprints.In this study,GHG emissions are systematically accounted for,and the driving factors of carbon footprint growth in China’s MWWTPs are explored.In 2020,a total of 41.9 million tonnes(Mt)of carbon dioxide equivalent(CO_(2)-eq)were released by the sector,with nearly two-thirds being indirect emissions resulting from energy and material usage.The intensity of electricity,carbon source,and phosphorus removing agent consumption increasingly influence carbon footprint growth over time.Through statistical inference,benchmarks for electricity and chemical consumption intensity are established across all MWWTPs under various operational conditions,and the potential for mitigation through more efficient energy and material utilization is calculated.The results suggest that many MWWTPs offer significant opportunities for emission reduction.Consequently,empirical decarbonization measures,including intelligent device control,optimization of aeration equipment,energy recovery initiatives,and other enhancements to improve operational and carbon efficiency,are recommended.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52322001,52070183,and 52330001)the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2023YFE0113800)the Excellent Member of the Youth Innovation Promotion Association,Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.Y2023010).
文摘Membrane technology has thus far played an essential role in promoting environmental sustainability through improving the quality of water.Taking into account the current growth rate of membrane products along with the market capacity,a tremendous rise in the amount of end-of-life(EoL)membranes is inevitable.In 2022,the global records of EoL membranes reached 35,000 tons.Recycling and resource utilization of EoL membranes is a viable option and hold significant promises for energy conservation and carbon neutralization.The present work provides an extensive overview of the latest progress in the field in relation with the prominent application cases.Furthermore,the avenues for the contributions of membrane recycling treatment technology within the framework of“carbon neutrality”are discussed with emphasis on permeability,pollutant interception capacity,and other relevant factors associated with the recycled membranes.This review strives to summarize the recycling and efficient utilization of EoL membranes,aiming at providing technical support to reduce operational costs and promote the low-carbon development of membrane technology.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos.12261131495,11975172,and 12381240286)。
文摘This work focuses on the evolution behaviors of ring dark solitons(RDSs) and the following vortices after the collapses of RDSs in spin-1 Bose–Einstein condensates. We find that the weighted average of the initial depths of three components determines the number and motion trajectories of vortex dipoles. For the weighted average of the initial depths below the critical depth, two vortex dipoles form and start moving along the horizontal axis.For the weighted average depth above the critical depth, two or four vortex dipoles form, and all start moving along the vertical axis. For the RDS with weighted average depth at exactly the critical point, four vortex dipoles form, half of the vortex dipoles initiate movement vertically, and the other half initiate movement horizontally.Our conclusion is applicable to the two-component system studied in earlier research, indicating its universality.
文摘The Acknowledgments“Thisworkwas supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51878649,52030002),the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2018YFE0204100)and the Youth Innovation Promotion Association CAS.”should be revised to“This work was supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2018YFE0204101),the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51878649,52030002),and the Youth Innovation Promotion Association CAS.”
基金supported by the Beijing Municipal Science&Technology Program (No.Z201100008220003)the National Key R&D Program of China (No.2019YFD1100105)。
文摘The cement mortar lining(CML)of commonly used ductile iron pipes can severely deteriorate the drinking water quality at the initial stage of use,but the behavioral characteristics of different elements release from the CML in this stage is still unclear.In this study,dynamic immersion experiments with new cement mortar lined ductile iron pipe reactors were conducted under different feed water hardness and alkalinity conditions.The results showed that the release of alkaline substances from the CML at the initial stage of use could strongly influence the pH of water,which consequently greatly impacted the release/precipitation behaviors of calcium,aluminum and silicon.The pH and aluminum concentration of the effluent water could reach 11.5 and 700μg/L within 24 hr of hydraulic retention time,respectively,under conditions of relatively lower hardness and alkalinity.Due to the pH elevation,calcium carbonate precipitation could occur even at much lower feed water alkalinity.Whereas the aluminum and silicon could keep release from the CML in soluble form at different hardness and alkalinity levels,and their release rate depended on the amount of calcium carbonate precipitation.Thus,aluminum and silicon were more suitable as indicators of the corrosion intensity at the initial stage of CML use rather than the traditional calcium carbonate precipitation potential.Appropriate feed water hardness and alkalinity levels for mitigating the initial intense corrosion of CML were proposed:hardness>40 mg/L(CaCO_(3)),alkalinity>100 mg/L(CaCO_(3)).
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52150056,51838005,and 52100032)the Introduced Innovative R&D Team Project under the“Pearl River Talent Recruitment Program”of Guangdong Province(No.2019ZT08L387)+1 种基金the Special Basic Research Fund for Central Public Research Institutes of China(No.PMzx703-202204-152)the support from the BL14W1 beamline of Shanghai Synchrotron Radiation Facility(SSRF,China)。
文摘High energy consumption has seriously hindered the development of Fenton-like reactions for the removal of refractory organic pollutants in water.To solve this problem,we designed a novel Fenton-like catalyst(Cu-PAN3)by coprecipitation and carbon thermal reduction.The catalyst exhibits excellent Fenton-like catalytic activity and stability for the degradation of various pollutants with low H_(2)O_(2)consumption.The experimental results indicate that the dual reaction centers(DRCs)are composed of Cu-N-C and Cu-O-C bridges between copper and graphene-like carbon,which form electron-poor/rich centers on the catalyst surface.H_(2)O_(2)is mainly reduced at electron-rich Cu centers to free radicals for pollutant degradation.Meanwhile,pollutants can be oxidized by donating electrons to the electron-poor C centers of the catalyst,which inhibits the ineffective decomposition of H_(2)O_(2)at the electron-poor centers.This therefore significantly reduces the consumption of H_(2)O_(2)and reduces energy consumption.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52222002)Bureau of International Cooperation of Chinese Academy of Sciences(032GJHZ2022035MI)State Key Laboratory of Environmental Aquatic Chemistry(23Z01ESPCR).
文摘The degradation of micropollutants in water via ultraviolet(UV)-based advanced oxidation processes(AOPs)is strongly dependent on the water matrix.Various reactive radicals(RRs)formed in UV-AOPs have different reaction selectivities toward water matrices and degradation efficiencies for target micropollutants.Hence,process selection and optimization are crucial.This study developed a facilitated prediction method for the photon fluence-based rate constant for micropollutant degradation(K′_(p,MP))in various UV-AOPs by combining model simulation with portable measurement.Portable methods for measuring the scavenging capacities of the principal RRs(RRSCs)involved in UV-AOPs(i.e.,HO^(·),SO_(4)^(·-),and Cl^(·))using a mini-fluidic photoreaction system were proposed.The simulation models consisted of photochemical,quantitative structure–activity relationship,and radical concentration steady-state approximation models.The RRSCs were determined in eight test waters,and a higher RRSC was found to be associated with a more complex water matrix.Then,by taking sulfamethazine,caffeine,and carbamazepine as model micropollutants,the k′_(p,MP) values in various UV-AOPs were predicted and further verified experimentally.A lower k′_(p,MP) was found to be associated with a higher RRSC for a stronger RR competition;for example,k′_(p,MP) values of 130.9 and 332.5 m^(2) einstein^(–1),respectively,were obtained for carbamazepine degradation by UV/H_(2)O_(2) in the raw water(RRSC=9.47×10^(4) s^(-1))and sand-filtered effluent(RRSC=2.87×10^(4) s^(-1))of a drinking water treatment plant.The developed method facilitates process selection and optimization for UV-AOPs,which is essential for increasing the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of water treatment.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52070183,and 52270081)the International Cooperation and Exchange of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51820105011)the Program of the Youth Innovation Promotion Association of the Chinese Academy of Sciences.
文摘Exploring the vast extraterrestrial space is an inevitable trend with continuous human development.Water treatment and reuse are crucial in the limited and closed space that is available in spaceships or long-term use space bases that will be established in the foreseeable future.Dedicated water treatment technologies have experienced iterative development for more than 60 years since the first manned spaceflight was successfully launched.Herein,we briefly review the related wastewater characteristics and the history of water treatment in space stations,and we focus on future challenges and perspectives,aiming at providing insights for optimizing wastewater treatment technologies and closing the water cycle in future.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(grant nos.12072212,12372185 and 12102280)the Sichuan Province Science and Technology Project(grant nos.2023NSFSC1918,and 2022JDJQ0011).
文摘Magnesium alloys with long-period stacking ordered(LPSO)structures are known for their impressive static mechanical strength,but the consistent occurrence of slip-cracking along the LPSO lamellae,which do not effectively impede the movement of basal dislocations,has prompted concerns about their very high cycle fatigue(VHCF)performance.In this study,an extruded Mg-Gd-Zn-Zr alloy was developed,showcasing exceptional VHCF resistance due to its bimodal structure comprisingfine grains and coarse grains consisting of curved LPSO lamellae.The investigation on the crack initiation mechanism revealed that slip-induced cracking predominantly occurs infine-grained regions rather than in the interior of coarse grains.The extrusion process aligns the basal planes of most coarse grains parallel to the axial direction,and the presence of curved LPSO lamellae acts as barriers to the movement of basal dislocations,thereby effectively increasing the threshold for slip-cracking along the basal plane.Consequently,fatigue damage manifests in the form of slip bands and micro-cracks within the interior offine grains,ultimately resulting in fatigue crack initiation,propagation andfinal fracture.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.91632103)the Shanghai Education Commission Research and Innovation Program(No.2019-01-07-00-02-E00037)+2 种基金the Program of Shanghai Subject Chief Scientist(No.17XD1401700)the Higher Education Disciplinary Innovation Programthe“Eastern Scholar”Project。
文摘Working memory is a core cognitive function that supports goal-directed behavior and complex thought.We developed a spatial working memory and attention test on paired symbols(SWAPS)which has been proved to be a useful and valid tool for spatial working memory and attention studies in the fields of cognitive psychology,education,and psychiatry.The repeated administration of working memory capacity tests is common in clinical and research settings.Studies suggest that repeated cognitive tests may improve the performance scores also known as retest effects.The systematic investigation of retest effects in SWAPS is critical for interpreting scientific results,but it is still not fully developed.To address this,we recruited 77 college students aged 18–21 years and used SWAPS comprising 72 trials with different memory loads,learning time,and delay span.We repeated the test once a week for five weeks to investigate the retest effects of SWAPS.There were significant retest effects in the first two tests:the accuracy of the SWAPS tests significantly increased,and then stabilized.These findings provide useful information for researchers to appropriately use or interpret the repeated working memory tests.Further experiments are still needed to clarify the factors that mediate the retest effects,and find out the cognitive mechanism that influences the retest effects.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2022YFC3203604)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51808541,and U1904205).
文摘The floodplain of the Yellow River is a typical area characterized by redox fluctuations and heavy metal pollution.However,the mobilization behavior of heavy metals in floodplain sediments during redox fluctuations remains poorly understood.In this study,reductive mobilization of Fe and Mn was observed under reducing environments through reduction and dissolution,leading to the subsequent release of adsorbed As.In contrast,the mobilization of U occurred under oxic conditions,as the oxidative state of U(VI)has higher solubility.Furthermore,insignificant effects on the mobilization of Cd,Cu,Pb,and Hg were noticed during redox fluctuations,indicating higher stability of these heavymetals.Additionally,we demonstrated that carbon sources can play a key role in the mobilization of heavy metals in floodplain sediments,amplifying the reductive mobilization of Fe,Mn,As and the oxidative mobilization of U.Our findings contribute to the understanding of the biogeochemical cycling of heavy metal in floodplain sediments of the Yellow River and the factors that control this cycling.
