Sustainable remediation of heavy metal contamination in aqueous solutions using Agaricus bisporus stem powder: optimization and characterization

Key Points

• Agaricus bisporus stem powder effectively reduces heavy metal contamination in water, promoting sustainable practices.
• Heavy metal concentrations decreased significantly, with a reduction of up to 90% in select trials.
• Optimization experiments identified key parameters for maximum efficiency in remediation processes.
• Promising approach for environmental cleanup, highlighting the need for scalable solutions in real-world applications.