Below you can find the proceedings from the latest CEST conferences. You may filter by author or text and further filter by conference.
CEST Proceedings are published under the ISSN 2944-9820.
Performance of Sequencing Batch Reactors For The Treatment of High Ammonium Concentration Landfill Leachate
Lu P., (Corresponding) Glasgow G., Lay M.
Topic:
1. WATER AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT AND REUSE
The contaminated liquid produced from rainfall seeping through the layers of waste in domestic landfill sites is known as leachate. Leachate from landfills is high in nitrogen content, mostly as ammonium, and is typically disposed of by transportation to a domestic wastewater treatment plant at a...Read more
Advanced and integrated multiparametric tool for proactive and continuous environmental monitoring and control of surface water bodies in sensitive areas
Leva L., Mariniello A., Giuliani S., Russo M., De Riso L., Aloia A., Romano G., Naddeo V., (Corresponding) Zarra T.
Topic:
9. HYDROLOGY AND WATER RESOURCES
Surface water bodies (SWBs) play a crucial role in preserving biodiversity and supporting global environmental health. However, they are increasingly threatened by anthropogenic pressures such as water withdrawals, pollutant discharges, and land-use changes. Currently, there is no globally...Read more
Keywords:
Environmental monitoring, Ecosystems, Environmental pressure, Water management, Sustainable Development
Climate Change in UAE: Evaluating Mitigation Effectiveness and Social Dimensions in Adaptation Strategies
Osman H., (Corresponding) Elsergany M., Nurelhuda N.
Topic:
12. CLIMATE CHANGE
This study discusses climate change challenges in the United Arab Emirates by evaluating both technical implementation and social equity aspects of adaptation strategies through comparative analysis. The research evaluated greenhouse gas emissions while assessing the effectiveness of major...Read more
Keywords:
climate change in UAE, GHG emissions, renewable energy, social equity, adaptation to climate change, vulnerability assessment
From site-specific to the next day: transferring local knowledge to climate resilient management – NECCA paradigm
(Corresponding) Grigoriadou E., Roussos O., Voudouri A., La Jeunesse I., Hatzilacou D., Papadopoulou L., Papadopoulou M.
Topic:
12. CLIMATE CHANGE
Constructive local participation is crucial for the effective governance of protected areas (PAs) in Greece, for which NECCA is the competent authority. In the framework of the H2020 ARSINOE project, NECCA has conducted workshops in the area of Prespa Lakes, focusing on climate adaptation...Read more
Comparative Risk Assessment of Commuting Traffic Congestion in Dubai
Alzaabi M., (Corresponding) Elsergany E.
Topic:
7. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
The traffic congestion related to peak commuting hours can create multiple effects on public health, environmental conditions and economic stability. Because of the unique nature of Dubai in terms of urban planning, population expansion, car dependence in addition to being a tourist and economic...Read more
Development of asymmetric membranes modified with ionic liquids for the recovery of aromas and fragrances from model agricultural residues to be used in pervaporation processes
(Corresponding) Merlet G., Guarda D., Garrido M., Romero J., Quijada-Maldonado E.
Topic:
1. WATER AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT AND REUSE
This study focuses on the development of asymmetric multilayer membranes modified with ionic liquids for the recovery of aromas and fragrances (AF) from model agricultural waste streams through pervaporation. The membranes were prepared using hydrophobic polymers PEBA and POMS combined with two...Read more
Impact of environmental sustainability course on enhancing environmental knowledge among university students in UAE.
(Corresponding) Elsergany D., Alam Z., Noor F.
Topic:
5. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND POLICY
This study evaluated how introduction of a university course on environemtnal sustainability can promote environmental responsibility among students. The research used a cross-sectional survey of 790 university students to study how formal environmental education together with demographic factors...Read more
Environmental and economic assessment of the reuse of expanded polystyrene (EPS) waste as an aggregate substitute in cement mortar
(Corresponding) Alexopoulos N., Vasileiou E., Lazaridou I., Metaxa Z., Prokopiou V., Filippidis A., Zeimpekis V.
Topic:
2. CIRCULAR ECONOMY AND BIOECONOMY
This study investigates the feasibility of using expanded polystyrene (EPS) waste collected in coastal areas as a partial substitute for sand in cement mortars, without the need for pre-treatment. Two scenarios were evaluated: (i) direct collection from polluted coastlines and (ii) recovery from...Read more
The Smart Hydrogels for the Controllable Adsorption and Desorption of PFAS
Zhang H., Zalaria J., (Corresponding) Georgi A.
Topic:
1. WATER AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT AND REUSE
In order to address the regeneration issue of adsorbents for the elimination of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), this work synthesized a novel smart hydrogel based on a temperature-responsive polymer, poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) (PNIPAm). These hydrogels exhibit hydrophobicity and...Read more
Does the Coexistence of Common Antibiotic and Metal Fuel Resistance Genes and Reshape Bacterial Community in Polluted Rivers?
Kashyap A., Sonkar V., (Corresponding) Thatikonda S.
Topic:
7. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
Surface water often receives effluent discharges from WWTPs, and agriculture runoffs reportedly contribute to sulfamethoxazole (SMX) and its resistance in river environment. SMX is commonly found antibiotics in the environment due to its overuse, causing persistent exposure to aquatic bacteria. SMX...Read more
