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CEST Proceedings are published under the ISSN 2944-9820.

GMOs Detection With Minimal Reaction Volume Real-Time PCR For Environmental Conservation

Psallida C., Argyropoulos D.
Topic: 
Biodibersity conservation
Detection of GMOs with Real-time PCR is the standard technology for tracing their presence in different sample types ranging from food to plant materials. GM plant seeds are one of the main sources for GM dispersal in the environment, affecting genetic stability and biodiversity. A certified...Read more
Keywords: 
GMO, Real-time PCR, biodiversity
Paper ID: 
cest2021_00358

Preliminary Research on Removal of Organic Substances Contained in Wastewater from Plastic Lenses Production

(Corresponding) Umiejewska K., Różycki M.
Topic: 
Advanced oxidation processes
More than 80 percent of all eyeglasses worn today have plastic lenses. Plastic lenses made of polycarbonate discs are created through the process of machining which requires the use of a coolant. During the production process, the rotating disc and blade are poured with a mixture of water and...Read more
Keywords: 
organic substances, wastewater treatment, advanced oxidation process, Fenton reagent
Paper ID: 
cest2021_00359

Monitoring illicit stimulant drug use in Cyprus during the COVID-19 lockdown by UPLC-MS/MS

Psichoudaki M., Trapali A., Hapeshi E., Karaolia P., Savvidou M., Mina C., Michael C., (Corresponding) Fatta-Kassinos D.
Topic: 
Wastewater-based epidemiology to monitor covid-19 outbreak: present and future diagnostic methods to be in your radar
The occurrence and spread of the novel corona virus SARS-CoV-2 at the end of 2019, has led WHO to announce the outbreak of a pandemic. Restriction measures were taken from authorities globally, in order to impede its spread. In Cyprus, a strict lockdown period was implemented on the 24th March of...Read more
Keywords: 
Wastewater based epidemiology, illicit drugs, wastewater, COVID19, UPLC-MS/MS
Paper ID: 
cest2021_00360

Climate Change and Local Governance: Politics, Policies and Prioritization of Adaptation in Adansi North District

(Corresponding) Enu K., Ahenkan A., Ackom E.
Topic: 
Climate change mitigation and adaptation
Climate adaptation remains low on political agendas at the local level in most developing countries despite the reality of impacts being experienced already and a projection of the worsening of same. While the factors that account for the lack of climate action by local governments are countless,...Read more
Keywords: 
climate adaptation, local government, politics, policies, nationally determined contributions
Paper ID: 
cest2021_00361

Climate Adaptation and Local Institutions: An Assessment of The Adaptive Capacities of Key Sectors In Adansi North District

(Corresponding) Enu K., Ahenkan A., Ackom E., Odame Appiah D.
Topic: 
Climate change mitigation and adaptation
The over-domineering of political policies aimed at perpetuating power means issues of social interest such as climate adaptation capabilities are often relegated to the background. Thus, the success of adaptation efforts often hinges ultimately on the nature of institutional robustness and...Read more
Keywords: 
adaptive capacity, local government, local institutions, climate change, impacts, agriculture, health
Paper ID: 
cest2021_00362

Developing a framework for local climate change adaptation plan (LCCAP): The case of Mandra-Attiki, Greece

(Corresponding) LEKA A., CHARCHOUSI D., Papadopoulou M.
Topic: 
Climate change mitigation and adaptation
The present work deals with the development of a preliminary climate change (CC) adaptation action plan at local level. The area of interest area is the greater area of Mandra Municipality, Attica, Greece; a suburban area that in November of 2017 had experienced a major flood incident with human...Read more
Keywords: 
City resilience, natural and man-made environmental variables, policy implementation, adaptive capacity
Paper ID: 
cest2021_00363

SELECTED APPLICATIONS of CAVITATION BASED ADVANCED OXIDATION PROCESSES (AOPs) for TREATMENT of WATER and INDUSTRIAL EFFUENTS

Fedorov K., Cako E., (Corresponding) Boczkaj G.
Topic: 
Advanced oxidation processes
Cavitation phenomenon was effectively applied for enhancement of Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs) effectiveness. Main applications are focused on treatment of water as well as industrial effluents [1-2]. Cavitation phenomenon can be generated in the liquid by intentionally formed differences in...Read more
Keywords: 
cavitation, AOP, radicals, wastewater treatment, oxidation, persulfates
Paper ID: 
cest2021_00364

Use of Biochemical Methane Potential (BMP) Assays for predicting biogas production from co-digestion of food waste and compostable bags

Kattamis S., (Corresponding) Maragkaki A., Papastefanakis N., Sampathianakis I., Lolos T., Tsobanidis C., Velonia K., Manios T.
Topic: 
Solid waste management
Biodegradable plastics have been introduced to the market to substitute petro-based plastics to alleviate plastic pollution. Biochemical methane potential tests were carried out on food wastes (FW), with or without pre-treatment, compostable bag and a mixture of food waste and compostable bag (CB)...Read more
Keywords: 
biogas, compostable bags, anaerobic digestion
Paper ID: 
cest2021_00366

Influence of common solar and climate cycles on groundwater level variations

(Corresponding) Chapanov Y., Bournaski E.
Topic: 
Estimation and prediction under past and future conditions (climate, population, land use change)
The groundwater is one of the most important natural resources. It provides drinking water and water for businesses. The level of groundwater varies in time. It has significantly seasonal oscillations and long-term variations, induced by rainfalls and climatic droughts. The seasonal, interannual...Read more
Keywords: 
groundwater level, precipitation, PDSI, solar cycles
Paper ID: 
cest2021_00367

Variations of mean daily discharge of Danube river at 16 stations

(Corresponding) Chapanov Y., Bournaski E.
Topic: 
River systems in diverse climates and environments
The river discharge is the main source of freshwater for large surface areas. Its deep minima are connected with drought events, while its maxima – with floods. The time series of river discharge consist of significant seasonal variations, modulated by long-term oscillations. The seasonal,...Read more
Keywords: 
river discharge, seasonal variations, solar cycles
Paper ID: 
cest2021_00368