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CEST Proceedings are published under the ISSN 2944-9820.
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
Valorisation of Marine Polypropylene Waste: Integrity Assessment and Recycling Performance
(Corresponding) Lourmpas N., Kyriakakis E., Efthimiadou E., Papanikos P., Filippidis A., Lekkas D., Alexopoulos N.
Topic:
4. SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
Marine plastic pollution represents a persistent global environmental challenge, with polypropylene (PP) being a prevalent component among marine litter. Building on CEST 2023, this study advances PP debris classification and recyclability assessment, introducing a systematic approach for assessing...Read more
6. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL APPLICATIONS
The management of hypersaline wastewaters, including desalination brines, poses significant environmental and technical challenges. Temperature swing solvent extraction (TSSE) offers a promising solution by exploiting the temperature-dependent water affinity of low-polarity solvents, typically...Read more
Keywords:
Artificial intelligence, Data-driven modelling, Process optimization, Solvent-driven desalination
Optimizing Plasma Bubbles at Pilot Scale for Organic Pollutant Degradation in Water
Meropoulis S., (Corresponding) Aggelopoulos C.
Topic:
1. WATER AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT AND REUSE
This study investigates the scalability of nanopulsed plasma bubble technology for water remediation, transitioning from lab to pilot scale. The pilot-scale plasma bubble reactor was optimized to degrade toxic organic pollutants, including dyes (methylene blue, MB), antibiotics (sulfamethoxazole,...Read more
Keywords:
non-thermal plasma, water remediation, plasma bubbles, pilot scale, organic pollutants
Assessing Knowledge Gaps about Shipping Emissions: Designing Educational Programs for Sustainable Maritime Logistics for Future Professionals in Albania & Montenegro
(Corresponding) Carnimeo D., (Corresponding) Stamatopoulou E., (Corresponding) Mohr A., Gagić R., Nikolic D., Metalla O., Stefanucci A., Ventikos N.
Topic:
5. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND POLICY
This study assesses knowledge gaps among Albanian and Montenegrin maritime professionals regarding EU shipping emissions and their implication on current and future curricula. Survey data revealed educational needs across economic, legislative, and engineering domains. Utilizing IMO model course...Read more
Keywords:
Engineering Education, Questionnaire, West Balkan, Shipping Emissions, Sustainability
