Institute of Sustainable Chemistry
Organisational unit: Institute
Organisation profile
At the Institute of Sustainable Chemistry the research and teaching activities focus on Environmental Chemistry as well as Sustainable Chemistry. Environmental Chemistry focuses on studies regarding the environmental fate and behaviour of already existing chemicals, Sustainable Chemistry develops in a more holistic approach solutions that meet the criteria of sustainability.
In addition, the Institute for Sustainable Chemistry is also home to the didactics of natural sciences with its research and teaching activities in the profession of chemistry, biology and science education with the reference subject of natural sciences.
Main research areas
Key topics of our research field are as follows:
- Sustainable Chemistry and Sustainable Pharmacy
- Inclusive science education
- Efficient use of biogenic resources
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Human and veterinary drugs in the environment
Rastogi, T., Ahmed, W. M. M. M. & Kümmerer, K., 01.01.2017, Encyclopedia of the Anthropocene. Elsevier B.V., Vol. 1-5. p. 263-268 6 p.Research output: Contributions to collected editions/works › Articles for encyclopedia › Research
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Sources of nitrogen heterocyclic PAHs (N-HETs) along a riverine course
Siemers, A.-K., Palm, W.-U., Faubel, C., Mänz, J. S., Steffen, D. & Ruck, W., 15.07.2017, In: The Science of The Total Environment. 590-591, p. 69-79 11 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Interspecific and intraspecific variation in specific root length drives aboveground biodiversity effects in young experimental forest stands
Bu, W., Schmid, B., Liu, X., Li, Y., Härdtle, W., Von Oheimb, G., Liang, Y., Sun, Z., Huang, Y., Bruelheide, H. & Ma, K., 01.02.2017, In: Journal of Plant Ecology. 10, 1, p. 158-169 12 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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The reproductive potential and importance of key management aspects for successful Calluna vulgaris rejuvenation on abandoned Continental heaths
Henning, K., von Oheimb, G., Härdtle, W., Fichtner, A. & Tischew, S., 01.04.2017, In: Ecology and Evolution. 7, 7, p. 2091-2100 10 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Fenton process on single and mixture components of phenothiazine pharmaceuticals: Assessment of intermediaries, fate, and preliminary ecotoxicity
Wilde, M. L., Schneider, M. & Kümmerer, K., 01.04.2017, In: The Science of The Total Environment. 583, p. 36-52 17 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Mandelic acid derived ionic liquids: Synthesis, toxicity and biodegradability
Prydderch, H., Haiß, A., Spulak, M., Quilty, B., Kümmerer, K., Heise, A. & Gathergood, N., 01.01.2017, In: RSC Advances. 7, 4, p. 2115-2126 12 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Direct production of lactic acid based on simultaneous saccharification and fermentation of mixed restaurant food waste
Pleissner, D., Demichelis, F., Mariano, S., Fiore, S., Navarro Gutiérrez, I. M., Schneider, R. & Venus, J., 01.02.2017, In: Journal of Cleaner Production. 143, p. 615-623 9 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Utilization of food waste in continuous flow cultures of the heterotrophic microalga Chlorella pyrenoidosa for saturated and unsaturated fatty acids production
Pleissner, D., Lau, K. Y. & Ki Lin, C. S., 20.01.2017, In: Journal of Cleaner Production. 142, 4, p. 1417-1424 8 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Constructed Wetlands Integrated with Advanced Oxidation Processes in Wastewater Treatment for Reuse
Machado, E. L., Lourenço, A. M., Kist, L. T., Schneider, R. C. S., Kern, D., Lobo, E. A. A., Lutterbeck, C. A., Silveira, D. D., Horn, T. B. & Zerwes, F. V., 2016, Advanced Treatment Technologies for Urban Wastewater Reuse. Fatta-Kassinos, D., Dionysiou, D. D. & Kümmerer, K. (eds.). Cham: Springer Verlag, p. 197-222 26 p. (Handbook of Environmental Chemistry; vol. 45).Research output: Contributions to collected editions/works › Chapter › peer-review
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Bioassays currently available for evaluating the biological potency of pharmaceuticals in treated wastewater
Vasquez, M. I., Michael, I., Kümmerer, K. & Fatta-Kassinos, D., 2016, Wastewater Reuse and Current Challenges. Fatta-Kassinos, D., Dionysiou, D. D. & Kümmerer, K. (eds.). Cham: Springer Verlag, p. 49-80 32 p. (Handbook of Environmental Chemistry; vol. 44).Research output: Contributions to collected editions/works › Contributions to collected editions/anthologies › Research › peer-review
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Novel flame retardants: Estimating the physical-chemical properties and environmental fate of 94 halogenated and organophosphate PBDE replacements
Zhang, X., Sühring, R., Serodio, D., Bonnell, M., Sundin, N. & Diamond, M. L., 01.02.2016, In: Chemosphere. 144, p. 2401-2407 7 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Willkommen im Anthropozän
Niebert, K., 01.04.2016, In: Biologie in Unserer Zeit. 46, 2, p. 75 1 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Other (editorial matter etc.) › Research
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Recommendations for evaluating temporal trends of persistent organic pollutants in breast milk
Gyalpo, T., Scheringer, M. & Hungerbühler, K., 01.07.2016, In: Environmental Health Perspectives. 124, 7, p. 881-885 5 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Comments / Debate / Reports › Research
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Five primary sources of organic aerosols in the urban atmosphere of Belgrade (Serbia)
Zangrando, R., Barbaro, E., Kirchgeorg, T., Vecchiato, M., Scalabrin, E., Radaelli, M., Đorđević, D., Barbante, C. & Gambaro, A., 15.11.2016, In: Science of the Total Environment. 571, p. 1441-1453 13 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Scope of the book wastewater reuse and current challenges
Kümmerer, K., Dionysiou, D. D. & Fatta-Kassinos, D., 2016, In: Handbook of Environmental Chemistry. 44, p. 1-5 5 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Scientific review articles › Research
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Long-Term Strategies for Tackling Micropollutants
Kümmerer, K., DIonysiou, D. D. & Fatta-Kassinos, D., 2016, In: Handbook of Environmental Chemistry. 45, p. 291-299 9 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Application of non-target analysis with LC-HRMS for the monitoring of raw and potable water: Strategy and results
Bader, T., Schulz, W., Lucke, T. & Winzenbacher, R., 2016, Assessing Transformation Products of Chemicals by Non-Target and Suspect Screening - Strategies and Workflows Volume 2. Letzel, T. & Drewes, J. E. (eds.). American Chemical Society, p. 49-70 22 p. (ACS Symposium Series; vol. 1242).Research output: Contributions to collected editions/works › Chapter › peer-review
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Advanced Treatment Technologies for Urban Waste Water Reuse
Fatta-Kassinos, D. (Editor), Dionysiou, D. D. (Editor) & Kümmerer, K. (Editor), 2016, Cham: Springer Nature. 305 p. (The Handbook of Environmental Chemistry; vol. 45, no. 1)Research output: Books and anthologies › Collected editions and anthologies › Research
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Waste Water Reuse and Current Challenges
Fatta-Kassinos, D. (Editor), Dionysiou, D. D. & Kümmerer, K. (Editor), 2016, Cham: Springer Nature. 261 p. (The Handbook of Environmental Chemistry; vol. 44, no. 1)Research output: Books and anthologies › Collected editions and anthologies › Research
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Kritische Metalle in der großen Transformation
Exner, A. (Editor), Held, M. (Editor) & Kümmerer, K. (Editor), 2016, 1 ed. Springer Spektrum. 342 p.Research output: Books and anthologies › Collected editions and anthologies › Research
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A Glue from Snail Slime?! Umsetzung und Evaluation eines bilingualen Moduls für den Biologieunterricht
Rodenhauser, A. & Preisfeld, A., 2016, Bilingualen Unterricht weiterentwickeln und erforschen . Diehr, B., Preisfeld, A. & Schmelter, L. (eds.). Frankfurt am Main: Peter Lang Verlag, p. 221-243 23 p.Research output: Contributions to collected editions/works › Contributions to collected editions/anthologies › Research › peer-review
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At the Limit: Introducing Energy with Human Senses
Stinken, L., Carmesin, H.-O. & Heusler, S., 01.12.2016, In: The Physics Teacher. 54, 9, p. 552-555 4 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Education › peer-review
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Mit Schätzaufgaben zu einem adäquaten Verständnis von Messungenauigkeiten
Stinken, L., 2016, In: PhyDid B - Didaktik der Physik - Beiträge zur DPG-Frühjahrstagung. 2016/Hannover, 3 p., Beitrag DD 05.09.Research output: Journal contributions › Conference article in journal › Research › peer-review
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Putting sustainable chemistry and resource use into context: The role of temporal diversity
Weiser, A., Lang, D. J. & Kümmerer, K., 01.06.2017, In: Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy. 5, p. 105-114 10 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Energy transitions and national development indicators: A global review of nuclear energy production
Gralla, F., Abson, D. J., Møller, A. P., Lang, D. J. & von Wehrden, H., 04.2017, In: Renewable & Sustainble Energy Reviews. 70, p. 1251-1265 15 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Scientific review articles › Research
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Many pathways toward sustainability: not conflict but co-learning between transition narratives
Lüderitz, C., Abson, D. J., Audet, R. & Lang, D. J., 01.05.2017, In: Sustainability Science. 12, 3, p. 393-407 15 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Theorising the dynamics of collaborative consumption practices: A comparison of peer-to-peer accommodation and cohousing
Huber, A., 06.2017, In: Environmental Innovation and Societal Transitions. 23, June, p. 53–69 17 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Hazard screening of photo-transformation products from pharmaceuticals: Application to selective β1-blockers atenolol and metoprolol
Toolaram, A. P., Menz, J., Rastogi, T., Leder, C., Kümmerer, K. & Schneider, M., 01.02.2017, In: The Science of The Total Environment. 579, p. 1769-1780 12 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Initial fate assessment of teratogenic drug trimipramine and its photo-transformation products - Role of pH, concentration and temperature
Khaleel, N. D. H., Mahmoud, W. M. M., Olsson, O. & Kümmerer, K., 01.01.2017, In: Water Research. 108, p. 197-211 15 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Regional differences in soil pH niche among dry grassland plants in Eurasia
Wagner, V., Chytrý, M., Zelený, D., von Wehrden, H., Brinkert, A., Danihelka, J., Hölzel, N., Jansen, F., Kamp, J., Lustyk, P., Merunková, K., Palpurina, S., Preislerová, Z. & Wesche, K., 05.2017, In: Oikos. 126, 5, p. 660-670 11 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Transformation products in the water cycle and the unsolved problem of their proactive assessment: A combined in vitro/in silico approach
Menz, J., Toolaram, A. P., Rastogi, T., Leder, C., Olsson, O., Kümmerer, K. & Schneider, M., 01.01.2017, In: Environmental international. 98, p. 171-180 10 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Feuer kann man nicht nur sehen: Kinder erforschen Verbrennungsprozesse
Bolek, R., 10.2016, In: Grundschule Sachunterricht. 72, p. 10-16 7 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Education › peer-review
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Seasonal accumulation of persistent organic pollutants on a high altitude glacier in the Eastern Alps
Kirchgeorg, T., Dreyer, A., Gabrielli, P., Gabrieli, J., Thompson, L. G., Barbante, C. & Ebinghaus, R., 01.11.2016, In: Environmental Pollution. 218, p. 804-812 9 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Bioconversion of agri-food residues into lactic acid
Venus, J. & Pleißner, D., 29.09.2016, The 15th International Symposium Prospects for me: Book of Abstracts. Vondnar, D. C. (ed.). Cluj-Napoca, Rumänien: University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, p. 125 1 p. (University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca; no. 3/2016).Research output: Contributions to collected editions/works › Published abstract in conference proceedings › Research
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General strategies to increase the repeatability in non-target screening by liquid chromatography-high resolution mass spectrometry
Bader, T., Schulz, W., Kümmerer, K. & Winzenbacher, R., 07.09.2016, In: Analytica Chimica Acta. 935, p. 173-186 14 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Experimental and in silico assessment of fate and effects of the antipsychotic drug quetiapine and its bio- and phototransformation products in aquatic environments
Herrmann, M., Menz, J., Gassmann, M., Olsson, O. & Kümmerer, K., 01.11.2016, In: Environmental Pollution. 218, p. 66-76 11 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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On the way to greener ionic liquids: Identification of a fully mineralizable phenylalanine-based ionic liquid
Haiß, A., Jordan, A., Westphal, J., Logunova, E., Gathergood, N. & Kümmerer, K., 2016, In: Green Chemistry . 18, 16, p. 4361-4373 13 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Lab-scale experiment of a closed thermochemical heat storage system including honeycomb heat exchanger
Fopah-Lele, A., Rohde, C., Neumann, K., Tietjen, T., Rönnebeck, T., N'Tsoukpoe, K. E., Osterland, T., Opel, O. & Ruck, W. K. L., 01.11.2016, In: Energy. 114, p. 225-238 14 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Reaction of Calcium Chloride and Magnesium Chloride and their Mixed Salts with Ethanol for Thermal Energy Storage
Korhammer, K., Apel, C., Osterland, T. & Ruck, W. K. L., 01.06.2016, In: Energy Procedia. 91, p. 161-171 11 p., 125043.Research output: Journal contributions › Conference article in journal › Research › peer-review
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Photodegradation of the UV filter ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate under ultraviolet light: identification and in silico assessment of photo-transformation products in the context of grey water reuse
Jentzsch, F., Olsson, O., Westphal, J., Reich, M., Leder, C. & Kümmerer, K., 01.12.2016, In: The Science of The Total Environment. 572, p. 1092-1100 9 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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The growth-welfare dialectic: What might hegel say?
Fischer, M., 2016, In: GAIA. 25, 2, p. 80-83 4 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Water quantity and quality in the Zerafshan River basin: Only an upstream riparian problem?
Olsson, O., Wegerich, K. & Kabilov, F., 08.04.2016, Water and Security in Central Asia: Solving a Rubik's Cube. Stucki, V., Wegerich, K., Rahaman, M. M. & Varis, O. (eds.). Taylor and Francis Inc., p. 99-111 13 p.Research output: Contributions to collected editions/works › Contributions to collected editions/anthologies › Research › peer-review
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Possible underestimations of risks for the environment due to unregulated emissions of biocides from households to wastewater
Wieck, S., Olsson, O. & Kümmerer, K., 01.09.2016, In: Environmental international. 94, p. 695-705 11 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Distribution of Organophosphate Esters between the Gas and Particle Phase-Model Predictions vs Measured Data
Sühring, R., Wolschke, H., Diamond, M. L., Jantunen, L. M. & Scheringer, M., 05.07.2016, In: Environmental Science & Technology. 50, 13, p. 6644-6651 8 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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UV-photodegradation of desipramine: Impact of concentration, pH and temperature on formation of products including their biodegradability and toxicity
Khaleel, N. D. H., Mahmoud, W. M. M., Olsson, O. & Kümmerer, K., 01.10.2016, In: The Science of The Total Environment. 566-567, p. 826-840 15 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Verwertung von Reststoffen aus der Kaffeeproduktion als Kohlenstoffquellen in der fermentativen Milchsäureproduktion
Pleißner, D., Neu, A.-K. & Venus, J., 2016, Pflanzen für die Bioökonomie – Welche Herausforderungen ergeben sich für die Qualität nachwachsender Rohstoffe?: 50. Vortragstagung 14.-15. März 2016 Julius Kühn-Institut Bundesforschungsinstitut für Kulturpflanzen in Berlin-Dahlem : Abstracts. Julius Kühn-Institut, p. 35 1 p. (Berichte aus dem Julius Kühn-Institut; vol. 183).Research output: Contributions to collected editions/works › Published abstract in conference proceedings › Research › peer-review
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Fermentative lactic acid production from coffee pulp hydrolysate using Bacillus coagulans at laboratory and pilot scales
Pleissner, D., Neu, A.-K., Mehlmann, K., Schneider, R., Puerta-Quintero, G. I. & Venus, J., 01.10.2016, In: Bioresource Technology. 218, p. 167-173 7 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Fermentative utilization of coffee mucilage using Bacillus coagulans and investigation of down-stream processing of fermentation broth for optically pure L(+)-lactic acid production
Neu, A.-K., Pleissner, D., Mehlmann, K., Schneider, R., Puerta-Quintero, G. I. & Venus, J., 01.07.2016, In: Bioresource Technology. 211, Juli, p. 398-405 8 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Decentralized utilization of wasted organic material in urban areas: A case study in Hong Kong
Pleissner, D., 01.01.2016, In: Ecological Engineering. 86, p. 120-125 6 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Journal articles › Research › peer-review
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Utilization of protein-rich residues in biotechnological processes
Pleissner, D. & Venus, J., 01.03.2016, In: Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology. 100, 5, p. 2133-2140 8 p.Research output: Journal contributions › Scientific review articles › Research