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ReviewEnvironmental science and pollution research international2025

Advancements in biopile-based sustainable soil remediation: a decade of improvements, integrating bioremediation technologies and AI-based innovative tools.

Mojtaba Ostovar, Sara Muñana, Alazne Galdames, Josu Berganza, Maider Orueta, José Julián Esteban, Pilar Brettes, José Luis Vilas Vilela, Leire Ruiz Rubio

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Review in Environmental science and pollution research international, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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1 · What the graph read from it

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2 · The registry

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3 · Its place in the literature

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

9 authors.

Mojtaba OstovarMacromolecular Chemistry Group (LQM), Physical Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science and Technology, University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), 48940, Leioa, Spain.
Sara MuñanaMacromolecular Chemistry Group (LQM), Physical Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science and Technology, University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), 48940, Leioa, Spain.
Alazne GaldamesMacromolecular Chemistry Group (LQM), Physical Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science and Technology, University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), 48940, Leioa, Spain.
Josu BerganzaGAIKER Technology Centre, Basque Research and Technology Alliance, 48170, Gaiker, Zamudio, Spain.
Maider OruetaIragaz Watin S.A., 20720, Azkoitia, Spain.
José Julián EstebanDepartamento de Geología, Facultad de Ciencia y Tecnología, Universidad del País Vasco/Euskal Herriko Unibertsitatea (UPV/EHU), Barrio Sarriena S/N, 48940, Leioa, Spain.
Pilar BrettesGAIKER Technology Centre, Basque Research and Technology Alliance, 48170, Gaiker, Zamudio, Spain.
José Luis Vilas VilelaMacromolecular Chemistry Group (LQM), Physical Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science and Technology, University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), 48940, Leioa, Spain.
Leire Ruiz RubioMacromolecular Chemistry Group (LQM), Physical Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science and Technology, University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), 48940, Leioa, Spain. leire.ruiz@ehu.eus.

Funding

Hezkuntza, Hizkuntza Politika Eta Kultura Saila, Eusko Jaurlaritza IT1756-22HORIZON EUROPE Framework Programme 101060361
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Soil degradation has become a significant global issue, driven by unsustainable practices such as intensive agriculture, deforestation, and overgrazing. These activities accelerate erosion and ecosystem deterioration, necessitating effective remediation strategies to restore soil health. Bioremediation, particularly biopile technology, offers an environmentally friendly approach by leveraging microbial activity to degrade pollutants. The efficiency of biopiles depends on key factors such as moisture, temperature, nutrient availability, oxygen levels, and microbial diversity. Additionally, sustainable materials, including nanotechnology-based solutions like nanoparticles and biosurfactants, further enhance the bioremediation process, improving pollutant removal and promoting long-term soil health. This review explores these techniques and their role in sustainable remediation. While not the primary focus, artificial intelligence (AI) tools, such as VOSviewer, provide added value by analyzing research trends and optimizing bioremediation strategies.

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Artificial IntelligenceBiodegradation, EnvironmentalEnvironmental Restoration and RemediationSoilSoil MicrobiologySoil PollutantsSoilSoil PollutantsBiopileBioremediationCarbon SequestrationNanotechnologyPhytoremediationSustainability

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PMID41060583
PMCPMC12553613

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