Microplastics (MPs), which are small plastic debris of ≤5 mm size, polluting the oceans with negative consequences for their biota. In this work, visible-light photocatalysis high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and low-density (LDPE) MPs in aqueous medium using a mesoporous N–TiO2 coating is proposed as an alternative fighting MP pollution. Spherical primary HDPE were extracted from commercially available facial scrubs, while film-shaped secondary LDPE obtained bag. For each plastic, two...

Microplastics (MPs) are distributed in a wide range of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems throughout the planet. They known to adsorb hazardous substances can transfer them across trophic web. To eliminate MPs pollution an environmentally friendly process, we propose using photocatalytic process that easily be implemented wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs). As photocatalysis involves formation reactive species such as holes (h+), electrons (e−), hydroxyl (OH●), superoxide ion (O2●−)...

This study explores the complex nexus between technological innovation, Industry 4.0′s transformative paradigm, and emerging concept of 5.0, highlighting critical role integrating sustainability into factories to enhance organizational competitiveness. In this context, confusion arises terms “sustainable technologies” “technological sustainability” due two factors: misuse as synonyms misattribution conceptual meaning each term. To clarify ambiguity, validates a framework for by examining...

For manufacturing companies, the transition to circular business models (CBMs) can be hampered both by lack of relevant data and operational tools. Eco-design, associated with Industry 4.0 IoT (Internet Things) technologies, an effective methodological approach in developing products that are consistent principles economy. The reason is that, design phase, decisions made significantly influence degree sustainability during their lifecycle. Therefore, environment, eco-design represents...

The topic of sustainability is becoming one the strongest drivers change in marketplace by transforming into an element competitiveness and integral part business strategy. Particularly manufacturing sector, a key role played technological innovations that allow companies to minimize impact their on environment contribute enhancing value societies which they operate. Technological process can be lever generate sustainable behaviors, confirming how innovation constitute increasingly close...

Microplastics (MPs) are plastic particles with sizes between 1 μm and 5 mm a ubiquitous presence in aquatic ecosystems. MPs harm marine life can cause severe health problems for humans. Advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) that involve the in-situ generation of highly oxidant hydroxyl radicals be an alternative to fight pollution. Of all AOPs, photocatalysis has been proven clean technology overcome microplastic This work proposes novel C,N-TiO2/SiO2 photocatalysts proper visible-active...

The purpose of this paper is to determine indices environmental, economic and social sustainability related the Italian production ceramic tiles in porcelain stoneware order contribute construction a reference benchmarking useful decision makers, designers end users tiles. To achieve goal, based on Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment (LCSA) framework that incorporates three dimensions with cradle-to-grave (LCA), Costing (LCC) Social (S-LCA) tools. study has shown one major environmental...

Microplastics are a significant environmental threat and the lack of efficient removal techniques further amplifies this crisis. Photocatalytic semiconducting nanoparticles have potential to degrade micropollutants, among them microplastics. The hydrodynamic effects leading propulsion micromotors can lead accumulation microplastics in close vicinity micromotor. Incorporating these different properties into single photocatalytic micromotor (self-propulsion, phoretic assembly passive colloids...

The active targeting to alveolar macrophages (AM) is an attractive strategy improve the therapeutic efficacy of 'old' drugs currently used in clinical practice for treatment pulmonary tuberculosis. Previous studies highlighted ability respirable solid lipid nanoparticle assemblies (SLNas), loaded with rifampicin (RIF) and functionalized a novel synthesized mannose-based surfactant (MS), both alone blend sodium taurocholate, efficiently target AM via mannose receptor-mediated mechanism. Here,...

The digital transformation of manufacturing firms, in addition to making operations more efficient, offers important opportunities both promote the transition a circular economy and experiment with new techniques for designing smarter greener products. This study integrates Industry 4.0 technologies, smart data, Life Cycle Assessment methodology, material microstructural analysis develop apply eco-design model that has been implemented Italian ceramic tile industry. initially adopted...

The pandemic caused by COVID-19 has had an impact on the relationships established between different actors in organisations. To deal with these changes, it is necessary to develop a resilience capacity that allows for establishment of patterns through new management model. application circularity principles implies radical change stakeholder relations, breaking “end-of-life” concept existing linear economies. Furthermore, circular economy can ensure supply chains, and be considered as tool...

Fiber-reinforced concrete (FRC) is a cementitious composite material that gaining interest in the construction field to limit crack propagation and increase toughness. Polypropylene (PP) fibers are promising alternatives steel fibers, primarily used FRC, as they reduce weight cost resistant corrosion. However, hydrophobic surface of PP inhibits good adhesion with surrounding matrix so exploitation optimized mechanical performance. Though several chemical treatments have been studied, this...

Nanosized zirconium oxide (ZrO 2 ) powders were prepared by adding NaOH to a zirconyl chloride aqueous solution under microwave‐hydrothermal conditions. The obtained results showed that the tetragonal polymorph increased with increasing concentration in starting and reached maximum value using 1 M ZrOCl . microwave‐assisted hydrothermal synthesis is expected be able process continuously, may lead energy savings because of rapid heating temperature kinetics crystallization. This method very...