Publication

A recent study published in Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects presents new findings on the use and regeneration of biochar derived from forest residues for the removal of emerging contaminants from water systems. Conducted within the framework of the PRIMA-SAFE project, the research focused on four common pollutants: fipronil, venlafaxine, sulfamethoxazole, and …

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A recent study published in the Journal of Environmental Sciences—conducted as part of the PRIMA-SAFE project—investigates the impact of using fipronil-contaminated irrigation water on zucchini plants and their main insect pest, Aphis gossypii. The researchers found that even low concentrations of fipronil, a persistent insecticide often found in treated wastewater, can accumulate in plant tissues …

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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhazmat.2024.133538 The 34th Annual SETAC Europe Meeting was held in Seville, Spain, from May 5th to 9th, 2024. The event brought together scientists from academia, industry, and government to exchange and advance knowledge in environmental science. The conference aimed to support adaptive and responsive environmental management by facilitating the dissemination and application of cutting-edge research …

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