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Chemistry of non-precipitation components of wet deposition with Poland as an example
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono badania dotyczące chemizmu osadów atmosferycznych pobieranych na terenie Polski w okresie od 2004 do 2007 roku. Średni skład jonowy (TIC) dla rosy, szronu i mgły (w stanie ciekłym i stałym) wynosił odpowiednio 2147, 1929 i 1014 µeq/l, gdzie typowy skład jonowy TIC dla opadów atmosferycznych wynosi 318 µeq/l. Dla wszystkich typów osadów atmosferycznych różne jony pełnią ważną rolę: Ca2+ i SO42-...
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The role of hydrodynamic cavitation in tuning physicochemical properties of food items: A comprehensive review
PublicationBackground: Today, food processing industries are looking for alternative technologies with an eco-friendly character for the processing of food, beverages and agricultural crops. Ideally, such technologies may preserve the original properties of the food products while reaching their primary target of application. Scope and approach: At this point, hydrodynamic cavitation (HC) is recognized as one of the potential technologies...
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The influence of plant protection by effective microorganisms on the content of bioactive phytochemicals in apples
PublicationThe phytochemicals of two apple cultivars (Yellow Transparent and Early Geneva) protected in two ways, conventionally with chemical pesticides or by effective microorganisms (EM), were compared. Two types of components were determined: lipids synthesised constitutively and generated via inducible pathways polyphenols along with antioxidant activity and profiles. The antioxidant activities assessed with ABTS, DPPH and Folin–Ciocalteu...
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Ocena jakości odcieków pofermentacyjnych z biogazowni komunalnych i rolniczych w aspekcie możliwości odzysku związków biogennych
PublicationZ odcieków pofermentacyjnych pochodzących z trzech różnych grup odpadów (rolniczych, spożywczych, zwierzęcych) wytrącano struwit. Aby uzyskać maksymalną skuteczność wytrącania fosforu i azotu, odcieki pofermentacyjne wzbogacano dodatkiem związków magnezu (MgCl2, MgSO4, MgO). Wysoką skuteczność wytrącania struwitu uzyskano w temp. 21°C, przy pH 9, intensywności mieszania 240rpm,proporcjachmolowychMg:P=1,2:1oraz Mg:Ca < 1 i czasie...
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Manufacturing of resistant joints by rolling for light tubular structures
PublicationKoncepcja łączenia aluminiowych elementów rurowych z zastosowaniem nagniatania plastycznego jest alternatywą do istniejących metod łączenia przez spawanie i skręcanie. W artykule prezentowane są oryginalne wyniki badań wpływu parametrów nagniatania wewnętrznego i zewnętrznego oraz różnych postaci powierzchni łączonych na wytrzymałość złącza (aluminium-aluminium) pod wpływem rozciągających sił osiowych.Badania przeprowadzono na...
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Stan czystości jezior na terenie województwa Pomorskiego = Water quality of the lakes in the Pomerania Province
PublicationW ramach części doświadczalnej pracy przeprowadzono analizę jakości wód z wybranych jezior. Wykonano analizy nastepujących parametrów: pH, NO3-, NO2-, F-, NH4+, Cl-, HS-, SO42-, Fecal, Mn2+, PO43-, SiO2, Al3+. Dla wybranych próbek zmierzono również parametr toksyczności. W przypadku dwóch próbek jego wysokość wskazywała na to, że badana woda zawierała substancje toksyczne. Na podstawie uzyskanych wyników badane próbki wody pochodzące...
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Zastosowanie metody emisji akustycznej i metody dynamicznej elektrochemicznej spektroskopii impedancyjnej do badania odporności korozyjnej stopów aluminium
PublicationPrzedstawiono wyniki badania stopów aluminium metodą DEIS oraz metodą emisji akustycznej. Badania przeprowadzono w roztworze buforu boranowego (pH ) domieszkowanego jonami chlorkowymi w celu zwiększenia agresywności korozyjnej. Obydwa badane stopy aluminium ulegają w tych warunkach korozji wżerowej. Stwierdzono, że pierwsze sygnały emisji akustycznej pojawiają się przy potencjałach niższych niż potencjały, przy których następuje...
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Measurement of temperature-dependent viscosity and thermal conductivity of alumina and titania thermal oil nanofluids
PublicationThe results of simultaneous measurements of dynamic viscosity, thermal conductivity, electrical conductivity and pH of two nanofluids, i.e. thermal oil/Al2O3 and thermal oil/TiO2 are presented. Thermal oil was selected as a base liquid because of possible application in ORC systems as an intermediate heating agent. Nanoparticles were tested at the concentration of 0.1%, 1% and 5% by weight within temperature range from 20°C to...
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Salicylaldimine-based receptor as a material for iron(III) selective optical sensing
Publicationα,α-Bis(salicylimino)-m-xylene (L) was prepared using both conventional and microwave-assisted procedure. The compound exhibits ability to colorimetric recognition of iron(III) ions in aqueous environment, what is shown by significant color change from yellow to purple. In DMSO : water (9:1 v/v) solvent system receptor creates with iron(III) cations complexes of 2:1 stoichiometry (L:Fe3+) with stability constant (log K) 7.54±0.21....
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Analiza wybranych parametrów wód deszczowych w kontekście ich gospodarczego wykorzystania na terenach niezurbanizowanych
PublicationPraca jest efektem badań nad gospodarczym wykorzystaniem wód opadowych oraz możliwości zastosowania do ich oczyszczania procesu mikrofiltracji. Otrzymane wyniki pokazują, że woda opadowa pomimo ogólnie niskiego stopnia zanieczyszczenia, pod wieloma względami nie spełnia wymogów jakim powinna odpowiadać woda przeznaczona do spożycia i wymaga zatem uzdatnienia. Charakteryzuje się okresowo występującymi wysokimi wartościami takich...
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Facilitated transport of Zn(II), Cd(II) and Pb(II) ions trough polymer inclusion membranes with calix[4]-crown-6 derivaties
PublicationBadano transport mieszaniny równomolowych ilości jonów Zn(II), Cd(II) i Pb(II)z wodnej fazy azotanowej (cMe=0,001M) przez polimerowe membrany inkluzyjne(PIM) zawierające pochodne kaliks[4]korony-6 jako nośniki jonów. Badany był wpływ różnych podstawników na wydajność procesu. Selektywność transportu przez membrany zawierające jonofory 4 i 5 malała w kolejności Pb(II), Zn(II), Cd(II), natomiast z jonoforem 3 Pb(II), Zn(II)Cd(II)....
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Helium-assisted, solvent-free electro-activation of 3D printed conductive carbon-polylactide electrodes
PublicationFused filament fabrication is one of the most rapidly developing 3D printing techniques, with numerous applications, including in the field of applied electrochemistry. Here, the utilisation of conductive carbon black polylactic acid (CB-PLA) for 3D printouts is the most promising. To use CB-PLA as an electrode material, an activation process must be performed, removing the polymer matrix and uncovering the electrically conductive...
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Grain type and size of particulate matter from diesel vehicle exhausts analysed in transmission electron microscopy
PublicationThe aim of this research was to apply a simple and quick method of size and shape characterization by TEM to diesel exhaust particles from large-capacity, high-performance trucks. Particulate matter (PM) samples were collected while the engines were idling. It was found that PM from vehicle exhaust emissions can be divided into three groups: soot, irregular-shaped particles and circular particles. Irregular-shaped particles and...
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Novel Biomass-Based Polymers: Synthesis, Characterization, and Application
PublicationA wide range of polymers were prepared from biomass-derivatives, using different polymerization mechanisms. Well-defined, fully hydroxy-functional polyesters based on aliphatic diols were synthesized, using either conventional metal-based catalysts or the organic superbase 1,5,7-triazabicyclododecene (TBD). Unsaturated polyesters were also made, offering additional functionality to these biobased resins. Metal-catalyzed or enzymatic...
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Interactions between polyphenolic antioxidants quercetin and naringenin dictate the distinctive redox-related chemical and biological behaviour of their mixtures
PublicationFood synergy concept is suggested to explain observations that isolated antioxidants are less bioactive than real foods containing them. However, mechanisms behind this discrepancy were hardly studied. Here, we demonstrate the profound impact of interactions between two common food flavonoids (individual: aglycones quercetin—Q and naringenin—N− or their glycosides rutin—R and naringin—N+ vs. mixed: QN− and RN+) on their electrochemical...
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Bioactivities of Phenolic Compounds from Kiwifruit and Persimmon
PublicationFruit used in the common human diet in general, and kiwifruit and persimmon particularly, displays health properties in the prevention of heart disease. This study describes a combination of bioactivity, multivariate data analyses and fluorescence measurements for the differentiating of kiwifruit and persimmon, their quenching and antioxidant properties. The metabolic differences are shown, as well in the results of bioactivities...
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Comparative assessment of two extraction procedures for determination of bioactive compounds in some berries used for daily food consumption
PublicationTwo extractions with methanol and water were used to determine the antioxidant and binding properties of some berries as a supplement to food. Fluorometry, FTIR spectra and radical scavenging assays were used for characterisation of bioactive compounds (polyphenols, flavonoids, flavanols and tannins) and the levels of their antioxidant activities (AAs). The contents of bioactive compounds and AAs in water and methanol polyphenol...
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Rainwater chemistry composition in Bellsund: Sources of elements and deposition discrepancies in the coastal area (SW Spitsbergen, Svalbard)
PublicationDiscrepancies in rainfall chemistry in Bellsund were found to be influenced by the orographic barrier and related to the variability in the inflow of air masses as well as to the distance of sampling sites from the sea and thus the extent of sea spray impact. This study covers measurements of rainfall (P) and air temperature (T), physicochemical parameters (pH, specific electrolytic conductivity (SEC), major ions (Cl , NO3 , SO4...
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Assessment of River Water Quality and Pollution Status Using Physicochemical and Biometrics, Awetu River, Ethiopia
PublicationThe surface water is contaminated by a variety of synthetic organic and inorganic compounds, chemicals, and nutrients; due to this reason, the quality of the water resources of Ethiopia is declining at an alarming rate, resulting in severe environmental degradation. The main objective of the study was to recognize the pollution status river for the study area by physicochemical parameters and the extent of microbial environmental...
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Synthesis, characteristics, and photocatalytic activity of zinc oxide nanoparticles stabilized on the stone surface for degradation of metronidazole from aqueous solution
PublicationAbstract Background: The presence of antibiotics such as metronidazole in wastewater even at low concentrations requires searching for a suitable process such as advanced oxidation process (AOP) to reduce the level of pollutants to a standard level in water. Methods: In this study, zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles were synthesized by thermal method using zinc sulfate (ZnSO4) as a precursor, then, stabilized on stone and was used...
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Improved degradation of etodolac in the presence of core-shell ZnFe2O4/SiO2/TiO2 magnetic photocatalyst
PublicationIn the present study, susceptibility to photocatalytic degradation of etodolac, 1,8-diethyl-1,3,4,9 – tetrahydro pyran - [3,4-b] indole-1-acetic acid, which is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug frequently detected in an aqueous environment, was for the first time investigated. The obtained p-type TiO2-based photocatalyst coupled with zinc ferrite nanoparticles in a core-shell structure improves the separation and recovery...
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Atmospheric deposition in coniferous and deciduous tree stands in Poland
PublicationThe objective of this study was to assess the transformation of precipitation in terms of quantity and chemical composition following contact with the crown layer in tree stands with varied species composition, to investigate the effect of four predominant forest-forming species (pine, spruce, beech, and oak) on the amount and composition of precipitation reaching forest soils, and to determine the sources of pollution in atmospheric...
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Comparison of hydrochemistry and organic compound transport in two non-glaciated high Arctic catchments with a permafrost regime (Bellsund Fjord, Spitsbergen)
PublicationAn increase in air temperature related to climate change results in the retreat of glaciers, the degradation of permafrost, and the expansion of glacier-free areas in the polar regions. All these processes lead to changes in the Arctic landscape. They influence the hydrochemistry of streams and rivers fed by glaciers and thawing permafrost. In this study, we examine eighty two water samples from two non-glaciated catchments with...
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Enzymatic cross-linking of β-lactoglobulin in solution and at air–water interface: Structural constraints
PublicationEffective and controlled use of cross-linking enzymes in structure engineering of food systems depends on characterization of the favorable conditions for enzyme-substrate complex and the limiting factors for the desired modification. In this respect, we analyzed the susceptibility of bovine β-lactoglobulin (BLG) to enzymatic cross-linking by Trichoderma reesei tyrosinase (TrTyr) and transglutaminase (TG). Changes in BLG molecular...
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DYNAMIC POSITIONING CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT BASED ON OPTIMAL THRUST ALLOCATION
PublicationThe article presents an efficient method of optimal thrust allocation over the actuators in a dynamically positioned ship, according to the DNV-ST-0111 standard, Level 1. The optimisation task is approximated to a convex problem with linear constraints and mathematically formulated as quadratic programming. The case study is being used to illustrate the use of the proposed approach in assessing the DP capability of a rescue ship....
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X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy of Carboxylic Acids as Corrosion Inhibitors of Aluminium Alloys
PublicationThe datasets, titled X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy studies of citric acid adsorption on aluminium alloy 5754 in alkaline media and X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy studies of various carboxylic acids adsorption on aluminium alloys in alkaline media, contain XPS studies of the corrosion inhibitory action of selected dicarboxylic acids towards commercially available aluminium alloy 5754 in alkaline media at pH=11. These datasets...
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Effect of Impoundment on Physico-chemical Properties of Water in the Flowing through stream, the Case of the Turawa Reservoir
PublicationThe Turawa reservoir is one of the most important storage reservoirs in Poland. Quite many physico-chemical parameters of water in the reservoir itself and also in the Mała Panew, the river flowing through the reservoir were measured at various periods of the year. Measuring and sampling points were situated at the river inflow, over the reservoir, and at the river outflow. The parameters included temperature, electrical conductivity,...
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Influence of transglutaminase or 1-ethyl-3-(3-dimethylaminopropyl) carbodiimide (EDC) on the properties of fish-skin gelatin films
PublicationBadano wpływ sieciowania żelatyny przy użyciu transglutaminazy (TG) lub EDC na rozpuszczalność oraz mechaniczne i barierowe właściwości wytworzonych folii. Rozpuszczalność sieciowanych enzymatycznie folii w buforach o pH 3 i 6 obniżyła się ze 100% do 30%, a folii modyfikowanych TG w obecności ditiotreitolu lub cysteiny, odpowiednio, do 5 i 15%. Rozpuszczalność folii modyfikowanych EDC wynosiła 10%. Sieciowanie enzymatyczne nie...
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Chapter 21. Investigation on sorption of 1-methyl-3-octylimidazolium chloride on sewage sludge in wastewater treatment
PublicationNiniejsza publikacja stanowi opis zjawiska sorpcji chlorku 1-metylo-3-oktylo imidazolu w wysuszonym osadzie czynnym pochodzącym z oczyszczalni ścieków. Uzyskana w toku badań izoterma sorpcji potwierdza wielowarstwową adsorpcję długołańcuchowych cieczy jonowych. Stosunkowo wysoki współczynnik podziału KD wynika z pH w jakim prowadzony był eksperyment oraz wysokiej zawartości węgla organicznego w sorbencie (50,49%) i potwierdza,...
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MEASUREMENT OF TEMPERATURE-DEPENDENT VISCOSITY AND THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY OF ALUMINA AND TITANIA THERMAL OIL NANOFLUIDS
PublicationIn this study results of simultaneous measurements of dynamic viscosity, thermal conductivity, electrical conductivity and pH of two nanofluids, i.e. thermal oil/Al2O3 and thermal oil/TiO2 are presented. Thermal oil is selected as a base liquid because of possible application in ORC systems as an intermediate heating agent. Nanoparticles were tested at the concentration of 0.1%, 1% and 5% by weight within temperature range from...
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REVIEW ON COMPETITION АОB AND NОВ AS AN IMPORTANT ELEMENT FOR COST EFFECTIVE METHODS OF REMOVING NITROGEN FROM WASTEWATER
PublicationThe aim of this paper is analysis of process principles and possible factors used to induce inhibition of nitrite oxidation by NOB (Nitrite Oxidizing Bacteria) which could be obtained during not very well understood processes: so called “shortcut” or “partial” nitrification as well deammonification, by qualitative/quantitative studies of AOB (Ammonium Oxidizing Bacteria) and NOB populations in activated...
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Inhibition of the granular anammox process by the high concentration of free ammonia.
PublicationHigh concentrations of ammonia and nitrite, typical for reject water treatment in the anammox process with the use of high temperatures and pH, may cause free ammonia (FA) inhibition. In this study, the inhibitory effect of FA on anammox process rate was investigated in a bench-scale sequencing batch reactor (SBR) with granular anammox biomass. Results of the study present that the anammox process could be successfully operated...
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The optimisation of analytical parameters for routine profiling of antioxidants in complex mixture by HPLC coupled post-column derivatisation
PublicationIntroduction: The wide application of natural and artificial antioxidants in food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical industry as well as the recognition of the importance of food antioxidants for supporting human health created demand for reliable and industrially applicable methods of determining antioxidative activity. This requirement can be fullfilled with the recently proposed HPLC-post-column derivatisation approach enabling the...
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The influence of selenium addition during seeds' germination on the biological properties of obtained sprouts
PublicationSelenium plays a vital role in human body, because in the form of aminoacids (Se-methionine, Se-cysteine) it is found in the active centres of over 25 enzymes, including those regarded as 'cytoprotective'. Unfortunatelly, its daily intake in Poland and other European countries is lower than predicted by dietary recommendations. The consequences of selenium deficiency in diet might be severe, including higher susceptibility to cardio-vascular...
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Structure, Physicochemical and Biological Properties of an Aqua (2,2′,2′′-Nitrilotriacetato)-oxidovanadium(IV) Salt with 4-Methylpyridinium Cation
PublicationThe crystal structure of a nitrilotriacetate (nta) oxidovanadi-um(IV) salt with 4-methylpyridinium cation, [4-Me(Py)H]+, of [4-Me(Py)H][VO(nta)(H2O)] stoichiometry was determined. The com-plex comprises a discrete mononuclear [VO(nta)(H2O)]–coordinationentity that can be rarely found among other known compounds con-taining nitrilotriacetate oxidovanadium(IV) moieties. The complex wascharacterized by spectroscopic (IR and EPR) methods,...
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Air trapping problem during infiltration on the large areas
PublicationThe process of flow modeling in unsaturated porous medium is often found in many fields of sciences: geology, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, microbiology or chemistry. Problem is relatively complicated due to complexity of the system which contains three phases: water, air and soil skeleton. The flow of water in such a medium can be described using two-phase (2PH) flow formulation, which accounts the inflow of air and water phases,...
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Characterization of white cabbages from different cultivations by isothiocynates content and antioxidant activities
PublicationBadania epidemiologiczne wskazują, że wraz z zwiększeniem spożywania kapusty maleje ryzyko zachorowania na niektóre nowotwory. Mechanizmy przeciwrakotwórczego działania nie są do końca wyjaśnione, jednak wiele badań przeprowadzonych z wykorzystaniem zwierząt i ludzi sugeruje, że substancje występujące w tych roślinach, szczególnie izotiocyjaniany (ITC) modulują aktywność enzymów I i II fazy. Aktywność przeciwutleniająca jest innym...
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Zastosowanie analizy szeregów czasowych do oceny zanieczyszczenia powietrza atmosferycznego w rejonie Trójmiasta. Application of time series analysis on air quality assessment in the region of Tricity
PublicationNa podstawie analizy wyników pomiarów poziomów stężenia: NO3-, SO42-, F- ,Cl-, NH4+, PO43-, Ca2+, K+, Mg2+ oraz pomiarów pH i przewodności elektrolitycznej próbek wód opadowych na terenie Trójmiasta z zastosowaniem techniki analizy szeregów czasowych wykazano, że cykliczne wahania poziomów depozycji SO42-, F-, NO3- i Ca2+ w próbkach są skorelowane z cyklicznymi 9 zmianami przeważających kierunków wiatrów. Analiza struktury szeregów...
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Chitosan/poly(4-vinylpyridine) coatings formed on AgNPs-decorated titanium
PublicationElectrophoretic deposition (EPD) of chitosan/poly(4-vinylpyridine) (chit/P4VP) coatings on titanium substrates previously decorated with silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) was performed at different content of P4VP in the suspension and different voltage values. The results revealed that the composite coatings were formed, well-adjacent to the titanium substrate, of suitable roughness, hydrophilicity, and corrosion resistance. The voltage...
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A new cold-active β-galactosidase from Arthrobacter sp. S3* - gene cloning, overexpression, purification and properties
PublicationA psychrotrophic bacterium producing a cold-active β-galactosidase was isolated from Spitsbergen soil and classified as Arthrobacter sp. S3*. The gene encoding β-galactosidase was isolated from the genomic DNA library, sequenced, cloned, expressed in Escherichia coli, purified by ion exchange chromatography and characterized. The Arthrobaster sp. S3* β-galactosidase is a homotrimeric enzyme composed of 74,4 kDa subunits. It is...
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Wpływ obwodnicy Trójmiasta na chemizm wód powierzchniowych niewielkich zagłębień bezodpływowych = The impact of the Gdańsk's ring road on the chemical composition of the surface waters in small outflowless pools
PublicationPrzedstawiono wyniki badań wpływu Obwodnicy Trójmiasta na chemizm wód niewielkich zbiorników bezodpływowych. Próbki poddano analizie na zawartość wybranych kationów i anionów oraz zbadano takie parametry jak pH oraz przewodnictwo. Uzyskane wyniki bardzo jasno wskazują na wysoki wpływ obwodnicy na skład i rodzaj zanieczyszczeń obecnych w badanych próbkach. Zaobserwowano m.in. alkalizację badanych wód oraz wysoki poziom stężeń takich...
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Influence of water salinity on corrosion risk - the case of the southern Baltic Sea coast.
PublicationWater corrosivity in Gdansk Bay, Poland, the southern part of the Baltic Sea, was investigated. The analysed region is heavily industrialized, and the coastline is very diverse. Twenty-seven test points along the coastline were selected. Water parameters such as salinity, total dissolved solids content, resistivity, conductivity, oxygenation, pH and corrosion rate were determined. The results of the investigation are presented....
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MOBILITY OF SHALE DRILL CUTTINGS CONSTITUENTS
PublicationThis study focuses on the abundance and mobility of metals and trace elements from shale drill cuttings into the water, being the main component of hydraulic fracturing fluid. The relationship between composition of the shale rock and the potential element release during standard water-based leaching tests was characterized by means of X-Ray Fluorescence spectroscopy (XRF). The XRF analysis confirmed the assumption of shales constituents...
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Morphology and properties of nanotubular oxide layer on the Ti13Zr13Nb alloy
PublicationThe Ti13Zr13Nb alloy in solid and porous form was oxidised. The constant voltage 20 V, oxidation time 0.5 and 1 h, and 1 M H3PO4 (orthophosphoric acid) with addition of HF (hydrofluoric acid) as a test solution were applied. SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope) examinations of surface, EDS (Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy) chemical analysis, nanohardness and nano-scratch tests, and corrosion potentiokinetic tests at various...
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Określenie zawartości lotnych kwasów tłuszczowych (LKT) w odciekach pochodzących z mikrobiologicznej degradacji monosacharydów
PublicationOkreślenie zawartości lotnych kwasów tłuszczowych (LKT) w odciekach pochodzących z mikrobiologicznej degradacji monosacharydów. Milena Jabłońska, Maria Rybarczyk, Marta Wisielewska, Marek Lieder Politechnika Gdańska, Wydział Chemiczny, Katedra Technologii Chemicznej Zawartość lotnych kwasów tłuszczowych (LKT) w metabolitach pochodzących z mikrobiologicznego ogniwa paliwowego (MFC – Microbial Fuel Cell) świadczy o rozkładzie...
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Development of a vortex-assisted switchable-hydrophilicity solvent-based liquid phase microextraction for fast and reliable extraction of Zn (II), Fe (II), Pb (II), and Cd (II) from various baby food products
PublicationThis manuscript describes the development of a novel liquid phase microextraction (LPME) method for the extraction and determination of Zn (II), Fe (II), Pb (II), and Cd (II) in various infant/baby food and supplements products. The method is based on vortex-assisted extraction combined with a switchable-hydrophilicity solvent (SHS) sample preparation. The SHS, which undergoes reversible phase changes triggered by pH change, enables...
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Incorporation of the sulfur cycle in sustainable nitrogen removal systems - A review
PublicationIn wastewater treatment systems, sulfur (S) removal processes are generally based on heterotrophic sulfate (SO42−) reduction by sulfate reducing bacteria and S-dependent autotrophic denitrification by sulfur oxidizing bacteria. A combination of either two cycles (N and S) or three cycles (N, S and C) appears to be a viable approach to sustainable wastewater treatment, resulting in energy savings and reduction of sludge production....
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Pollutant deposition via dew in urban and rural environment, Cracow, Poland
PublicationThis study is a comparative analysis of dew in rural and urban environment. Dew samples were collected between May and October, 2009 in two reference stations in southern Poland: Cracow and Gaik-Brzezowa. The investigation included comparison of volume and chemistry of the collected samples. Due to its formation mechanisms, dew is a good indicator of air pollution. Following parameters were analyzed in 159 collected samples: pH,...
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Cloning and characterization of a novel cold-active glycoside hydrolase family 1 enzyme with beta-glucosidase, beta-fucosidase and beta-galactosidase activities.
PublicationBackground: Cold-active enzymes, sourced from cold-adapted organisms, are characterized by high catalytic efficiencies at low temperatures compared with their mesophilic counterparts, which have poor activity. This property makes them advantageous for biotechnology applications as it: (i) saves energy costs, (ii) shortens the times for processes operated at low temperatures, (iii) protects thermosensitive substrates or products...
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Zastosowanie testu biologicznego Microtox do oceny skuteczności działania oczyszczalni ścieków bytowo-przemysłowych
PublicationOcena efektywności procesu oczyszczania ścieków z zastosowaniem biotestu Microtox® na przykładzie wybranej oczyszczalni Powszechnie praktykowanym sposobem wprowadzania ścieków oczyszczonych do środowiska jest ich punktowy zrzut do wód powierzchniowych. Różnorodność działalności prowadzonej w ramach współczesnej gospodarki sprawia, że do oczyszczalni docierają nie tylko substancje, których oznaczanie jest wymagane przez przepisy...