Research Keyword: biostimulation

Optimizing bioremediation techniques for soil decontamination in a linguistic intuitionistic fuzzy framework

This research develops mathematical tools to help experts choose the best method for cleaning contaminated soil using living organisms. The study presents new fuzzy logic operators that can handle both numerical and linguistic information, making decisions more understandable to humans. When applied to a contaminated industrial site, the method identified bioaugmentation (adding beneficial microorganisms) as the most effective cleanup approach among four options tested.

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Maintaining ocean ecosystem health with hydrocarbonoclastic microbes

Oil spills and petroleum pollution threaten ocean health worldwide. Special bacteria and archaea called hydrocarbonoclastic microorganisms naturally break down oil hydrocarbons in seawater, sediments, and Arctic regions. Scientists are improving cleanup strategies by understanding how these microbes work and combining natural degradation with engineered approaches like adding nutrients and biosurfactants.

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Enhanced MICP for Soil Improvement and Heavy Metal Remediation: Insights from Landfill Leachate-Derived Ureolytic Bacterial Consortium

Researchers used naturally-occurring bacteria from landfill waste liquid to create a sustainable method for cleaning contaminated soil and removing heavy metals like cadmium and nickel. The bacteria produce calcium carbonate (a mineral similar to limestone) which strengthens soil and traps pollutants. This biological approach is cheaper, more environmentally friendly, and more effective than traditional chemical cleaning methods, making it promising for treating contaminated sites worldwide.

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Advancements in biopile-based sustainable soil remediation: a decade of improvements, integrating bioremediation technologies and AI-based innovative tools

This review examines how biopile technology, which uses naturally occurring microorganisms to break down soil pollutants, has improved over the past decade. By optimizing conditions like moisture, temperature, and oxygen levels, and combining biopiles with sustainable materials like biochar and biosurfactants, scientists can effectively remove contaminants from soil while supporting carbon storage and ecosystem recovery. The approach offers an environmentally friendly and cost-effective alternative to traditional chemical remediation methods.

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