https://tecnoscientifica.com/journal/sein <p>Welcome to "Sustainable Environmental Insight," a leading scholarly journal dedicated to advancing knowledge and understanding in the field of environmental sustainability. Our journal provides a platform for researchers, scientists, and practitioners to share valuable insights and explore innovative approaches toward sustainable environmental solutions. We invite high-quality contributions focusing on various interdisciplinary aspects, including environmental chemistry, pollution prevention, renewable energy, ecosystem conservation, waste management, and climate change mitigation. By fostering collaboration and disseminating cutting-edge research, our goal is to drive positive change and contribute to a more sustainable future for our planet. Join us in this endeavor to gain profound insights into sustainable environmental practices.</p> Tecno Scientifica Publishing en-US Sustainable Environmental Insight 3036-0285 https://tecnoscientifica.com/journal/sein/article/view/840 <p>This study investigated the occurrence of antibiotic contamination in aquatic environments in Vietnam and proposed potential treatment technologies. Major sources of antibiotic release included urban domestic activities, livestock production, aquaculture, healthcare facilities, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. A wide range of antibiotics was detected at elevated concentrations in rivers, lakes, and canals, with the most frequently reported groups being sulfonamides, macrolides, quinolones, and tetracyclines, at levels ranging from several ng/l to thousands of ng/l. The paper critically reviewed existing treatment technologies, encompassing biological approaches such as activated sludge, biofilm reactors, and constructed wetlands; physical approaches including adsorption and membrane filtration; and chemical approaches such as Fenton oxidation, ozonation, and photocatalysis, with emphasis on their respective advantages and limitations. To address the specific conditions of Vietnam, a three-module integrated treatment model was proposed, consisting of activated sludge for organic matter degradation, activated carbon adsorption columns for antibiotic removal, and constructed wetlands for residual polishing. This integrated system was expected to provide high removal efficiency, low operational costs, and environmental sustainability. The findings offered a scientific basis for controlling antibiotic pollution, mitigating the risks of antimicrobial resistance, and protecting aquatic ecosystems.</p> Tran Van An Copyright (c) 2025 Tran Van An https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-11-04 2025-11-04 3 1 1 16 10.53623/sein.v3i1.840