Study on The Interface Interaction Between Volatile Organic Pollutants and Soils and Thermal Remediation Evaluation

by Yuan Li

Overview

From a microperspective, this book investigates the interface interaction between organic pollutants and soil skeleton, as well as the electrochemical response and the interface mechanical mechanism of contaminated soil in thermal environments. Considering interface behaviors and mechanisms, a one-dimensional soil column and a large-scale three-dimensional laboratory model using steam injection technology were self-developed for the first time to discuss the removal pathways and effectiveness of pollutants under heat-moisture conditions in a simulated in-situ soil stress. In addition, this book also focuses on the mechanical performance and biological resilience of the thermally remediated soil to expand the reuse scenarios of these wastes. This study effectively integrates interdisciplinary knowledge such as soil mechanics, fluid flow in porous medium, and environmental chemistry and innovatively conducts systematic research using theoretical, experimental, and numerical simulation methods to fill the gap in current research on the interaction behaviors, fate mechanisms, remediation pathways, and reuse potential of organic contaminated soils. The methodology established in this book provides a good foundation for the characterization, efficient remediation, and reutilization of organic contaminated soils, filling the gap of a single discipline in solving the issue of contaminated sites and broadening the research perspective and depth for geo-environmental engineering.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789819673230
Publisher:	Springer Nature Singapore
Publication date:	07/23/2025
Series:	Springer Theses
Pages:	253
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.25(h) x (d)

About the Author

Dr. Yuan Li studied Geoenvironmental Engineering at the Institute of Rock and Soil Mechanics, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) and Cardiff University, where he spent five years (2018–2023) conducting cross-disciplinary research on bio-electro-chemico-thermo-hydro-mechanical behaviours of contaminated soils and geo-wastes. He is currently a distinguished postdoctoral fellow at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, developing functional nanomaterials derived from geo-wastes with eco-benefits and applying them to geopolymer-stabilised infrastructures. He will serve as a research associate at the University of Cambridge from April 2025 to September 2025, and as a Marie Curie Fellow at Imperial College London from October 2025, where he will continue these studies. His research interests focus on (1) analysis of soil-pollutant interactions and interactions between soil particles and functional nanomaterials; (2) novel thermal and thermochemical methods to address soil contamination; (3) microstructure analysis and assessment of geopolymers, thermally treated wastes, and waste-based nanomaterials with environmental benefits for sustainable infrastructures; and (4) sustainability assessment based on life cycle analysis and carbon budget for waste-based cementitious materials. He has received various research funds and awards, including the Horizon Europe Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Fellowship, the Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowship, and the Special Prize of Presidential Scholarship from CAS.

Table of Contents

Introduction.- Materials & Methods.- Study On Adsorption Behavior And Desorption Mechanism Of Contaminated Soils In Thermal Environment.- Electrochemical Response And Interface Interaction Mechanism Of Contaminated Soils In Thermal Environment.- Experimental Investigation On Steam Injection Remediation Processes Using Self-Developed Laboratory Models Changes In Engineering And Biological Properties Of Remediated Soils And Evaluation Of Reuse Value.- Overall Discussion & Concluding Remarks.