Molecules (Dec 2023)

Research Progress of Methods for Degradation of Bisphenol A

  • Ying Han,
  • Hao Dai,
  • Xiaolong Rong,
  • Haixia Jiang,
  • Yingang Xue

DOI
https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules28248028
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 28, no. 24
p. 8028

Abstract

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Bisphenol A (BPA), an endocrine disruptor widely used in industrial production, is found in various environmental sources. Despite numerous reports on BPA degradation and removal, the details remain unclear. This paper aims to address this gap by providing a comprehensive review of BPA degradation methods, focusing on biological, physical, and chemical treatments and the factors that affect the degradation of BPA. Firstly, the paper uses VOSviewer software (version 1.6.15) to map out the literature on BPA degradation published in the past 20 years, which reveals the trends and research focus in this field. Next, the advantages and limitations of different BPA degradation methods are discussed. Overall, this review highlights the importance of BPA degradation to protect the environment and human health. The paper provides significant insights for researchers and policymakers to develop better approaches for BPA degradation and removal.

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