Quantitative and qualitative approaches for CEC prioritization when reusing reclaimed water for irrigation needs – A critical review

Verlicchi, Paola; Lacasa, Engracia; Grillini, Vittoria

doi:10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.165735

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“…This research utilizes a quantitative approach that focuses on numerical data or quantitative variables. This approach consists of two main steps: the selection of variables to characterize and equations for their estimation, and the development of procedures or aggregation functions that take into account these variables to measure their impact (Verlicchi, P., Lacasa, E., & Grillini, 2023).…”

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The Role of Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Ease of Use, and Task Technology Fit to Increase Perceived Impact on Learning

Aulia,

Marsasi

2024

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This study aims to explore Task-Technology Fit, Perceived Usefulness, and Perceived Ease of Use on users' Attitudes toward Video Conferencing applications, as well as their impact on Perceived Impact on Learning. Researchers added Task-Technology Fit as an element of novelty and used the Technology Acceptance Model as the main theory used. This research uses a survey method with the participation of 170 respondents who actively use Video Conference applications in various contexts and are of all ages with productive age specifications. The results of the analysis show that there is a significant positive correlation between Task-Technology Fit and Perceived Usefulness, as well as Task-Technology Fit and Perceived Ease of Use. In addition, a significant positive relationship was detected between Perceived Ease of Use and Perceived Usefulness. Furthermore, Perceived Usefulness and Perceived Ease of Use have a positive impact on users' Attitudes toward Video Conferencing applications. Apparently, user Attitude also has a proven positive influence on the Perceived Impact on Learning. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was used as the analysis technique conducted using AMOS Graphics 24. The practical implications of these findings involve recommendations for Video Conferencing application developers to improve features and design to enhance user experience. Hopefully, these findings can support the development of video conferencing-based technologies to be more effective and have a positive impact on virtual learning and interaction.

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The Role of Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Ease of Use, and Task Technology Fit to Increase Perceived Impact on Learning

Aulia,

Marsasi

2024

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“…Continued use of untreated and improperly treated wastewater for irrigation, livestock consumption, and similar purposes poses a serious risk to human health and must be addressed through better wastewater management practices. Treated wastewater in waterscarce Central Asia is increasingly reused and should be seen as a valuable resource, requiring effective management due to its relationship with surface and groundwater quality used for drinking and agricultural irrigation purposes [6]. Current wastewater treatment technologies are generally inadequate, relying on conventional activated sludge treatment (CAST), evaporation, and stabilization ponds [9].…”

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“…Contaminants of emerging concern (CECs), persistent chemicals, microorganisms and other substances pose a potential, perceived, or real risk to the environment and/or human health. Traces of pharmaceuticals and personal care products, hormones, metals, perfluorinated compounds, antibiotic-resistant bacteria, and antibiotic resistance genes [6][7][8], pesticide residues [4], may occur in effluents of urban wastewater treatment facilities thus affecting reuse of this water.. Wastewater effluent is the primary source of CECs in the environment. While conventional biological processes in wastewater treatment facilities existing in metropolitan areas of Central Asia do not efficiently remove these emerging pollutants [9,10], less developed cities and rural settlements often lack proper infrastructure for wastewater treatment.…”

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Wastewater Treatment in Central Asia: Treatment Alternatives for Safe Water Reuse

Kalmakhanova,

Diaz de Tuesta,

Malakar

et al. 2023

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Due to water scarcity and ready availability, treated wastewater in Central Asia is increasingly reused and seen as a valuable resource, requiring effective management with particular care for human health, environmental protection, and water security. Due to limited technical and economic support and poorly developed regulatory systems, many cities have inadequate wastewater treatment infrastructure. Improved wastewater effluent management is paramount due to its relationship with surface and groundwater quality used for drinking and agricultural irrigation. This paper presents a brief review of the published literature reporting on current wastewater treatment technologies and effluent composition, with particular attention paid to reuse needs. The impact of these practices on water quality is further assessed from information and reports gathered from various sources on the quantity and quality of surface waters and groundwaters. Finally, alternatives to current wastewater treatment practices in Central Asia will be explored with a particular emphasis on the removal of contaminants of emerging concern, including biological treatment systems, adsorption, advanced oxidation processes, and managed/unmanaged aquifer recharge techniques based on permeable reactive barriers, aiming to increase the availability and quality of surface waters and groundwaters for safe water reuse.

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“…Among researchers, there is an agreement that only high-quality reclaimed water can be used for irrigation, as crops have the potential to bioaccumulate residual contaminants in their tissues, contributing to their entry into the food chain. However, a consistent methodology for developing a list of pollutants to be monitored in such cases is currently lacking [15].…”

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Vicia faba Plant Suitability Assessment for Genotoxicity, Cytotoxicity, and Mutagenicity Testing of Pharmaceutical-Containing Wastewater

Kalka,

Drzymała

2023

Water

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The article aimed to assess the Vicia faba plant’s suitability in the micronucleus test for determining toxicity of wastewater containing diclofenac and sulfamethoxazole. Additionally, the study evaluated the activity of the antioxidant enzymes catalase and superoxide dismutase in plant leaves. The assessment of wastewater was performed on laboratory-constructed wetland models. Both influent and effluent samples were tested, and the study examined two methods of plant root exposure: hydroponic culture and soil culture. The analysis showed a decrease in the mitotic index (57% inhibition on average in hydroponic and 42% in soil culture for influent and 39% and 19%, respectively, for treated wastewater), indicating the toxicity of the wastewater. The inhibition of the cell division frequency was lower in soil culture, and the frequency of aberrations of chromosomes was also lower. However, there was no increase in micronuclei frequency. An upsurge in catalase activity was observed upon analyzing the wastewater, with a 67% increase in the influent and a 20% increase in the treated wastewater. Additionally, there was a notable boost in superoxide dismutase activity, primarily in hydroponic culture with raw wastewater, averaging 186%. The results showed genotoxic and cytotoxic effects, but there were no mutagenic effects. The Vicia faba assay is advantageous for its simplicity and rapid results; it offers representative assessment of genotoxicity through its broad range of detected effects.

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Quantitative and qualitative approaches for CEC prioritization when reusing reclaimed water for irrigation needs – A critical review

Cited by 5 publications

References 48 publications

The Role of Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Ease of Use, and Task Technology Fit to Increase Perceived Impact on Learning

The Role of Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Ease of Use, and Task Technology Fit to Increase Perceived Impact on Learning

Wastewater Treatment in Central Asia: Treatment Alternatives for Safe Water Reuse

Vicia faba Plant Suitability Assessment for Genotoxicity, Cytotoxicity, and Mutagenicity Testing of Pharmaceutical-Containing Wastewater

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