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Improving micromorphological analysis with CNN-based segmentation of flint/obsidian, bone and charcoal.

PloS one
The quantification and identification of components in archaeological micromorphology remain subjective and challenging, particularly for early-career researchers. To address this, we developed a deep learning tool for the automatic segmentation of t...

Biochar Lifecycle Contribution to Carbon Neutrality: Key Factors and Regulatory Mechanisms.

Environmental science & technology
Biochar, a carbon-enriched material derived from pyrolyzed biomass, has evolved from an ancient farming practice into a mature carbon sequestration technology, emerging as a pivotal strategy for achieving carbon neutrality. Nevertheless, heterogeneou...

Deep Fuzzy-NN modeling for the prediction of Zn(II) adsorption in columns using alkaline modified biochar: Integrated experimental and computational insights.

Environmental research
The precise prediction of adsorption process is significant in the optimization of pollutant removal systems. In this research, deep fuzzy neural network (DFNN) model was developed for the prediction of Zn(II) removal efficiency using alkaline activa...

Machine learning guided process optimization and sustainable valorization of coconut biochar filled PLA biocomposites.

Scientific reports
This study focuses on the valorization of coconut shell biochar (CCB) as a sustainable reinforcement in polylactic acid (PLA) biocomposites, targeting enhanced mechanical performance. PLA/CCB composites were fabricated by varying injection molding pa...

Comparative analysis of multiple machine learning models: identifying impact factors in biochar heavy metal adsorption mechanisms.

Environmental geochemistry and health
The contribution analysis of influencing factors governing biochar-mediated heavy metal adsorption in aqueous systems holds significant implications for cost-effective water remediation. Current studies predominantly rely on single-model approaches t...

The potential of decision tree application in threshold analysis of hazardous volatile organic compound release from biochar: Implications for environmental risk assessment.

The Science of the total environment
The release of hazardous volatile organic compounds (HVOCs) from biochar poses a potential threat to both human health and the environment. This study investigates how low pyrolysis temperature (HTT) and the chemical characteristics of lignocellulosi...

Conversion of ozone into hydroxyl radical by granular activated carbon with and without biofilms: Implications for micropollutant abatement.

Journal of hazardous materials
The transformation of ozone (O) into hydroxyl radical (OH) during the ozonation was evaluated in the presence of granular activated carbon (GAC) and biofilm-covered granular activated carbon (BGAC). While both GAC and BGAC accelerated O decomposition...

Biochar-Augmented Anaerobic Digestion System: Insights from an Interpretable Stacking Ensemble Deep Learning.

Environmental science & technology
This study presents a comprehensive approach for optimizing biochar-augmented anaerobic digestion (AD) system through an interpretable stacking ensemble deep learning model. Extensive experimental data were compiled, incorporating feedstock character...

Addressing data handling shortcomings in machine learning studies on biochar for heavy metal remediation.

Journal of hazardous materials
Recent advancements in machine learning (ML) technologies have significantly enhanced their applications in environmental sciences, particularly in the domains of soil and water remediation. This paper reviews recent studies that employ ML to optimiz...

Comparative immobilization of 30 PFAS mixtures onto biochar, clay, nanoparticle, and polymer derived engineered adsorbents: Machine learning insights into carbon chain length and removal mechanism.

Journal of hazardous materials
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of fluorinated chemicals that cause potential risk in PFAS-impacted soil and water. The adsorption efficiency of 30 PFAS mixtures using different adsorbents in environmentally relevant concentrat...