Modified Biochar Improves Antibiotic Removal, with Soil Type Shaping Microbial Responses
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<img src="https://www.newswise.com/legacy/image.php?image=https://media.newswise.com/pio/articles/858160/6aeef5dca8be1_1_858160.jpg&width=100&height=150" alt="Newswise image" />A research team has shown that chemically modified biochar can improve the removal of sulfamethoxazole, a widely used antibiotic, from contaminated soils while reshaping their bacterial communities. In laboratory experiments, a surfactant-modified biochar performed best in black soil, while phosphoric-acid-modified biochar increased antibiotic removal across three contrasting soil types. The findings suggest that biochar's effectiveness depends on both its surface chemistry and the receiving soil. This evidence could help guide the selection of amendments for agricultural soils affected by antibiotic residues, supporting remediation strategies tailored to local environmental conditions.
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