Javier Moreno-AndrésUniversidad de Cádiz | UCA · Department of Environmental Technologies
Javier Moreno-Andrés
PhD Science and Marine Technology
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Introduction
Post-doctoral researcher at the University of Cádiz. Emerging Principal Investigator of TECNOHABs Project (www.tecnohabs.es) and Early Career Editorial Board of Chemical Engineering Journal Advances (Elsevier). My research interests are to acquire deeper knowledge in the treatment of seawater or brackish water and strategies to minimize marine pollution. Some examples can be derived from the maritime transport, the aquaculture industry or Harmful Algal Blooms and related toxins.
Additional affiliations
September 2019 - April 2020
May 2019 - July 2019
August 2018 - November 2018
Position
- Researcher
Description
- Ballast water analysis
Education
January 2012 - January 2013
August 2009 - August 2010
October 2005 - March 2011
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Publications (52)
The importance of seawater treatment in order to avoid microbiological pollution related to aquaculture or ballast water management has increased during the last few years. Bacterial indicators used for the evaluation of different disinfection treatments are usually related with both waste and drinking water, these standards are not usual microorga...
Increasing concerns have accelerated the development of international regulations and methods for ballast water management to limit the introduction of non-indigenous species. The transport of microorganisms with ballast water has received scientific attention in recent years. However, few studies have focused on the importance of organisms smaller...
Over the years, industrial activities that generate high salinity effluents have been intensifying; this has relevant potential for causing organic and microbiological pollution which damages both human and ocean health. The development of new regulations, such as ballast water convention, encourage the development of treatment systems that can be...
Controlling pathogens and undesired biofouling in aquaculture or shipping activities is important due to the related potential economic and public health impacts. Accordingly, the treatment of seawater has increased interest in the maritime industry. Advanced Oxidation Processes are promising techniques for the treatment of different aqueous matric...
Treatment with ultraviolet (UV) light is a common option for inactivating waterborne organisms. The mercury vapor lamps conventionally used as a source of UV-C light for water disinfection are eventually replaced by light emitter diodes (LEDs) in the middle term due to their higher efficiency and lack of hazardous materials. Nonetheless, biological...
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a well-implemented process for water disinfection. The development of emergent UV sources, such as light-emitting diodes (LEDs), has afforded new possibilities for advanced oxidation processes. The emission wavelength is considered to be an important factor for photo-chemical processes in terms of both biological damag...
Harmful algal blooms (HABs) in coastal areas similarly impact both ecosystems and human health. The translocation of phytoplankton species via maritime transport can potentially promote the growth of HABs in coastal systems. Accordingly, ballast water must be disinfected. The main goal of this study is to assess the effectiveness of different emerg...
The Ballast Water Management Convention (BWMC) establishes limits for viable organisms in discharged ballast water. UV-based ballast water management systems (BMWS) are among the most common, especially those with low pressure (LP) and medium pressure (MP) mercury lamps. An interesting alternative to mercury lamps could be UV LEDs that have been de...
Ultraviolet (UV) treatment is widely used for water disinfection. The recent development and improvement of the light emitting diodes (LEDs) in the UVC range makes them an alternative to the traditional mercury vapor UV lamps in the middle or long term. Determining the UV intensity applied by a reactor is essential for evaluating its efficacy. Alth...
In this work, the influence of the matrix on the photolytic activation of peroxymonosulfate (PMS) and hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) has been studied for the inactivation of Enterococcus sp. Additionally, two different reactor configurations (batch reactor and tubular reactor) have been evaluated that achieve complete disinfection within 120 min when usi...
Harmful algal blooms in coastal areas can significantly impact a water source. Microorganisms such as cyanobacteria and associated pathogenic bacteria may endanger an ecosystem and human health by causing significant eco-hazards. This study assesses the efficacy of two different reagents, H2O2 and S2O82−, as (pre-)treatment options for algae-laden...
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Ramon Margalef was a pioneering scientist who introduced an interdisciplinary approach to ecological studies. His studies were among the first to incorporate various concepts in the literature of aquatic ecology, covering topics such as organisms, ecosystem interactions and evolution. To bring Margalef’s approach into current scientific studies, in...
In this study TiO2/polysiloxane(SiBi) thin films modified with different concentrations of graphene oxide (GO) were prepared by ink-jet printing on flexible polyethylene terephthalate (PET) substrates. Prepared coatings were characterized by means of scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), X-ray photoelectron spe...
The development of advanced treatments for the control, treatment, or remediation of different aqueous matrices are receiving extensive and growing interest during the last years. Scaling and application on different scenarios have resulted in a challenge on their implementation. Most of their applications have been focused on conventional waters s...
In the present work, the treatment of a mixture of six emerging pollutants (acetamiprid, acetaminophen, caffeine, amoxicillin, clofibric acid and carbamazepine) by means of photo-Fenton process has been studied, using simulated sunlight as an irradiation source. Removal of these pollutants has been investigated in three different aqueous matrices d...
New observations of non-indigenous species (NIS) in coastal waters, such as the Gulf of Cadiz (Spain) have increased since 1980 and more or less exponentially in the last five years. Ballast water has become the most significant pathway for unintentional introductions of NIS into marine ecosystems. For example, the marine larvae of crustacean decap...
Photo-induced Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs) using H2O2 or S2O82− as radical precursors were assessed for the abatement of six different contaminants of emerging concern (CECs). In order to increase the efficiency of these AOPs at a wider pH range, the catechol organic functional compound was studied as a potential assistant in photo-driven ir...
Pharmaceutically active compounds (PhACs) widely present in urban wastewater effluents pose a threat to ecosystems in the receiving aquatic environment. In this work, efficiency of granular activated carbon (GAC) - based catalytic processes, namely catalytic wet peroxide oxidation (CWPO), peroxymonosulfate oxidation (PMS/GAC) and peroxydisulfate ox...
Due to the increasing number of ecosystem invasions with the introduction of exogenous species via ballast water, the International Maritime Organization adopted the Ballast Water Convention (BWMC). The BWMC establishes standards for the concentration of viable organisms in a ballast water discharge. Ultraviolet (UV) irradiation is commonly used fo...
In this study, gadolinium doped bismuth vanadate powders were synthesized, characterized, and tested as a potential photocatalyst for the removal of pharmaceutically active compounds (PhACs) and bacterial inactivation in a real wastewater effluent using UVA as irradiation source. X-ray diffraction (XRD) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) st...
The development of technologically advanced recirculation aquaculture systems (RAS) implies the reuse of water in a high recirculation rate (>90%). One of the most important phases for water management in RAS involves water disinfection in order to avoid proliferation of potential pathogens and related fish diseases. Accordingly, different approach...
Meeting the recent biological standards established by the Ballast Water Management Convention requires the application of ballast water treatment systems; ultraviolet irradiation is a frequently used option. However, organisms can repair the damage caused by ultraviolet irradiation primarily with photo-repair mechanisms that are dependent on the a...
Hybrid TiO2/SiO2 thin films deposited by material printing technique on flexible substrates were prepared, characterized and tested for solar photocatalytic disinfection. Effect of surface hydrophilicity/hydrophobicity of printed coatings on photocatalytic disinfection was studied by means of (i) drinking water contaminated with natural consortia o...
Ballast water in ocean transportation is an important vector for species transferring between areas not connected naturally. Ultraviolet irradiation is a common treatment to inactivate organisms in ballast water. A primary disadvantage inherent to ultraviolet treatment is photoreactivation. This study evaluates the possibility to enhance the effica...
The development of advanced photochemical processes has experienced the emergence of a promising alternative for water disinfection, different from traditional methods. The applicability has primarily been investigated in drinking and wastewater; however, new challenges related to microbiological control in marine waters necessitate evaluating the...
Cruise ship wastewater discharges are pollution sources towards the marine environment that are poorly characterized. In this study, wastewater samples from cruise ships have been obtained during repair works in a shipyard. Different organic pollutants have been analyzed and their concentrations were similar to those in urban wastewaters for pharma...
Composite TiO2/SiO2 porous coatings modified with bipyramid-like gold nanoparticles were prepared by means of sol-gel and inkjet printing technique, comprehensively characterized and studied for photocatalytic disinfection of drinking water with fecal contamination by natural bacteria consortia. Photocatalytic antimicrobial activity of prepared thi...
Shrimp farming is one of the most important activities in Latin American countries. It contributes both economically and socially to a large population [1]. These farms are exponentially growing and fill extensive coastal and mangrove areas in several countries, as in the case of Ecuador. The occurrence of several pathogens in pond water is an impo...
Cruise tourism has experienced in recent years an important growth both in the size of its ships and in the number of transported passengers. These vessels produce a large amount of wastewater that has not been studied in depth. International convention MARPOL (IMO 73/78), allow the discharges to the ocean of these wastewater if they are treated (3...
Seawater treatment is increasingly required due to industrial activities that use substantial volumes of seawater in their processes. The shipping industry and the associated management of a ship's ballast water are currently considered a global challenge for the seas. Related to that, the suitability of an Electrochemical Advanced Oxidation Proces...
Shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) farming is an important economic activity in several countries. Pathogens in shrimp farms and its effluents pose a potential hazard for both humans and shrimps. Wild strains of bacteria were characterized in a shrimp farm, and Klebsiella pneumoniae was chosen as a good indicator due to its presence in the pond and the...
Evaluating the inactivation of pathogenic microorganisms found in the waters of the shrimp farms by means of Advanced Oxidation Processes.
The International Ballast Water Management Convention (BWMC) will entry into force on September-2017 due to the global challenge caused by alien aquatic species. According to BWMC guidelines, implementation of ballast water treatment systems will be required. In order to assess technologies for ballast water disinfection, different microbial indica...
Reverse Osmosis (RO) shows high potential for the treatment of pulp mill effluents in order to significant reduce stream volumes as well as to produce an excellent effluent quality. However, as a consequence, it is generated RO concentrate with recalcitrant organic compounds that should be treated in parallel. In that way, Advanced Oxidation Proces...
Water contained on ships is employed in the majority of activities on a vessel; therefore, it is necessary to correctly manage through marine water treatments. Among the main water streams generated on vessels, ballast water appears to be an emerging global challenge (especially on cargo ships) due to the transport of invasive species and the signi...
Ultraviolet disinfection is a frequent option for eliminating viable organisms in ballast water to fulfill international and national regulations. The objective of this work is to evaluate the reduction of microalgae able to reproduce after UV irradiation, based on their growth features. A monoculture of microalgae Tisochrysis lutea was irradiated...
Cruise tourism globally, has experienced exponential growth in recent years, with the coasts of Europe one of the most attractive destinations in the world. The number of people traveling on board these vessels makes them genuine floating cities, representing a new source of pollution in the oceans. The dispersion of information and data available,...
La creciente actividad del turismo de crucero a nivel mundial, exige un mayor control de los impactos ambientales en este sector, incluida la gestión del agua en el buque. Hasta la fecha se está haciendo un control parcelado, debido a las diferentes normativas vigentes que hacen referencia por separado a los distintos tipos de aguas: aguas de lastr...
In the most of the cases the organisms released by ballast water have found a way that enables them to develop and grow into a new habitat, becoming invasive species. It can generate large impacts, endangering the ecosystem and human activities.
The port of Algeciras, a leading global port, assumes great importance in this aspect. Due to its strate...
Present study has the aimed to assess the percentage of removal of chemical oxygen demand (COD) of non-biodegradable leachate from the landfill in the city of Loja (Ecuador) to be subjected to a Fenton process. Different concentrations of H 2 O 2 and FeSO 4 were combined in acidic pH values, obtaining removals close to 80% with a concentration of 5...
Background
Ultraviolet disinfection systems used for treating ballast water have several strict requirements such as short exposure time or high disinfection efficacy. Disinfection can be enhanced by a photocatalytic system triggered by ultraviolet light, leading to a reduction in the exposure time necessary and thus a general improvement in the tr...
Questions
Questions (2)
I am looking for literature based on Electrochemical Oxidation processes (disinfection goals) applied in continuous-flow with a single-pass. Could you recommend some interesting papers?
Thanks!
I have pure culture of roseobacter sp. with the goal to reach a specific concentration of this bacteria in artificial seawater. The detection technique which I am working is membrane filtration with Marine Agar.
It is difficult for me to reach repeatibility on CFUs in the same inoculum. I will be grateful for some advices.
Cultures have been incubated at 30ºC during 5 days.
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Projects (5)
Special Issue to be published at Chemical Engineering Journal Advances:
The development of advanced treatments for the control, treatment, or remediation of different aqueous matrices are receiving extensive and growing interest during the last years. Scaling and application on different scenarios have resulted in a challenge on their implementation. Most of their applications have been focused on conventional waters such as municipal wastewater or drinking water matrices. However, other non-conventional aqueous matrices (such as industrial waters, highly saline/brackish waters, produced water, etc.) also deserve attention and need a proper treatment for their remediation or increasing quality at the source to i) ameliorate water quality for production processes, ii) achieve certain characteristics for their reuse, or iii) decontaminate before their disposal. Under this topic, the influence of environmental conditions and water matrix constituents together with the effectiveness of advanced treatments for toxicity reduction are some knowledge gaps that need to be covered. In this sense, novel, advanced or singular water treatments must be studied and developed before their implementation.
We warmly invite research and review papers on all aspects of advanced treatment for non-conventional aqueous matrices and especially, for those water matrices with particular features, independently on the target contaminant: organic and inorganic pollutants, contaminants of emerging concern (e.g. micropollutants, biotoxins, antibiotic resistance genes, etc.) or biological pollutants (e.g. harmful microalgae/cyanobacteria, bacteria, virus and/or protozoa). Thus, studies focused on engineered water systems that need to develop treatment processes i) at the source water, ii) to assure the quality of water during industrial processes, or iii) decontaminate at their disposal, are kindly welcome
"Harmful algal blooms" (HABs) are globally increasing in both frequency and magnitude. Unusual climatic conditions together with the high rates of nutrient release seem to be the main cause’s events. In parallel, the growth of industrial activity in coastal locations together with maritime transport can raise the probability of HABs in these areas.
Water resources must be managed in treatment plants prior to consumption or dumping. To the date, conventional treatment systems for drinking water (and/or wastewater) have been focused on the reduction load of organic matter and the disinfection of pathogens. Disinfection also takes a special interest in treatments implemented in the aquaculture industry or for ballast water management systems.
The main goal of the project is to investigate technological processes that support the discharge standards associated with HABs. Different Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs) will be evaluated. It will evaluate, optimize, and improve well-implemented processes for the oxidation/disinfection of water (such as UV radiation) so that they can be easily implemented in water treatment plants.
Identifying bacteria present in water of the shrimp industry and evaluating advanced oxidation processes for its inactivation
