Review
Environmental Sciences
Imtiaz Ahmed, Archo Zakiya, Francesco Fazio
Summary: Heavy metal pollution has a significant impact on aquatic ecosystems, particularly on the health of fish. Hematological parameters serve as indicators of fish health, with alterations in these parameters reflecting the physiological changes caused by heavy metal contamination. Furthermore, heavy metal contamination not only degrades water quality but also affects the quality of fish proteins.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Saeed Hajirezaee, Ashkan Ajdari, Bizhan Azhang
Summary: In this study, exposure to Pb(NO3)2 was found to significantly impact the blood metabolome of grey mullet, mainly by affecting biochemical pathways related to amino acids, energetic metabolites, and methylated metabolites.
COMPARATIVE BIOCHEMISTRY AND PHYSIOLOGY C-TOXICOLOGY & PHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Saima Naz, Riaz Hussain, Qudrat Ullah, Ahmad Manan Mustafa Chatha, Ansar Shaheen, Rifat Ullah Khan
Summary: The study conducted in this research reveals that prolonged exposure to copper and cadmium can cause adverse hematological and histopathological changes in Catla catla fish.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Miriam Pardo-Hernandez, Maria Lopez-Delacalle, Jose Manuel Marti-Guillen, Sara E. Martinez-Lorente, Rosa M. Rivero
Summary: Melatonin (MET) has been shown to mitigate the negative effects of metal toxicity in plants by regulating antioxidant defense systems, enhancing osmoregulation and photosynthetic efficiency, and upregulating stress tolerance-related genes. Additionally, MET is believed to be involved in the regulation of metal transport in plants. Despite significant progress, there is a need for further research to fully understand the role of MET in metal toxicity tolerance in plants.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Bartosz Bojarski, Maria Chmurska-Gasowska, Anna Galuszka, Anna Kozlowska, Malgorzata Kotula-Balak, Magdalena Trela, Alena Kirpaniova, Kamil Kustra, Bartlomiej Stonawski, Stanislaw Lapinski, Zbigniew Arent, Marcin W. Lis
Summary: This study assessed the impact of embryonic exposure to cadmium on erythrocyte indices and morphology in newly hatched chicks. Cadmium exposure resulted in increased red blood cell count, hemoglobin concentration, and hematocrit value, with changes in derived erythrocyte indices. Changes in cell shape, size, and spectrin distribution were also observed.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Panhui Fan, Liwei Wu, Qing Wang, Yu Wang, Hongmei Luo, Jingyuan Song, Meihua Yang, Hui Yao, Shilin Chen
Summary: Medicinal plants have various uses worldwide, but their quality is affected by cadmium pollution. Medicinal plants have complex mechanisms to cope with cadmium stress, including antioxidant systems and chelating peptides. While progress has been made in exploring the physiological mechanisms, research into molecular mechanisms is still lacking. This review provides a reference for studying the responses of medicinal plants to cadmium stress.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tamara Gomez-Gallego, Ascension Valderas, Diederik van Tuinen, Nuria Ferrol
Summary: Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi can improve plant fitness in metal contaminated soils by regulating gene expression and improving mineral nutrient uptake.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Emmanuel Malematja, Tlou Grace Manyelo, Nthabiseng Amenda Sebola, Sekobane Daniel Kolobe, Monnye Mabelebele
Summary: Insects are a novel feed protein source that can contribute to producing enough food for the growing global population. The high-quality protein, minerals, and bioactive compounds found in insects make them suitable for livestock feed. However, it is crucial to ensure the safety of insects before using them as feeder insects.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Keyla Rodrigues, Hemily Batista-Silva, Kieiv Resende Sousa de Moura, Glen Van Der Kraak, Fatima Regina Mena Barreto Silva
Summary: This study examined the immediate impacts of dibutyl phthalate (DBP) exposure on energy metabolism and gill histology in zebrafish. In vitro exposure to 10 μM DBP for 60 minutes resulted in altered energy supply in the gill tissue, with decreased lactate content and lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) activity. Higher DBP concentrations (100 μM and 1 mM) increased lactate content and LDH activity, blocked glucose uptake, depleted glycogen content, and caused gill injury and liver damage.
FISH PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2023)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Fahadul Islam, Sheikh Shohag, Shomaya Akhter, Md. Rezaul Islam, Sharifa Sultana, Saikat Mitra, Deepak Chandran, Mayeen Uddin Khandaker, Ghulam Md Ashraf, Abubakr M. Idris, Talha Bin Emran, Simona Cavalu
Summary: Metals play important roles in the human body, but high metal uptake can be harmful to the nervous system, leading to oxidative stress and decreased enzyme activity. Metal accumulation can cause lifelong deterioration, including severe neurological problems. Accidental metal exposure is closely associated with various neurodegenerative disorders, including Alzheimer's disease. Long-term exposure to various metals is a known environmental risk factor, which has become more widespread due to human activities. Therefore, metals can affect brain physiology and the immune system, contributing to the formation of harmful proteins in Alzheimer's disease.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Egle Lastauskiene, Vaidotas Valskys, Jonita Stankeviciute, Virginija Kalciene, Vilmantas Gegzna, Justinas Kavoliunas, Modestas Ruzauskas, Julija Armalyte
Summary: Aquaculture is rapidly growing, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe, with freshwater fish farming being common. Antibiotics used in aquaculture can lead to antibiotic resistance and pollution. This study evaluated the impact of intensive fish farming on water quality and environment, focusing on pollution transfer and presence of antibiotic resistance genes.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Pooja Inder Sevak, Bhupendra Kishanprasad Pushkar, Pooja Nana Kapadne
Summary: Lead pollution remains a long-standing and unresolved health issue, requiring advanced remediation strategies. Bacteria can effectively clean polluted environments through bioremediation techniques, but their growth is limited by environmental conditions, nutrient availability, and the presence of other pollutants.
ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Pratyush Kumar Das, Bidyut Prava Das, Patitapaban Dash
Summary: Sukinda valley in India is a major source of chromites but also the fourth most polluted site worldwide. Immediate solutions are needed to protect the health of biotic species of this region and their surroundings.
ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS
(2021)
Article
Fisheries
Md. Mahmudul Hasan, Mohammad Mahfujul Haque, Neaz A. Hasan, Abul Bashar, A. K. Shakur Ahammad, Muhammad Tofazzal Hossain
Summary: The rapid expansion of tilapia aquaculture in Bangladesh has led to increased use of pharmaceuticals. This study investigated the effects of zeolite on water quality, growth performance, hematology, gut microbiota, and heavy metal content of Oreochromis niloticus. The results showed that zeolite significantly influenced growth indices and reduced heavy metal concentrations in sediment, water, and fish flesh.
AQUACULTURE REPORTS
(2023)
Review
Biodiversity Conservation
Shafeeq Ur Rahman, Yanliang Li, Sajjad Hussain, Babar Hussain, Waqas-ud-Din Khan, Luqman Riaz, Muhammad Nadeem Ashraf, Muhammad Athar Khaliq, Zhenjie Du, Hefa Cheng
Summary: The toxic effects of heavy metals on plants are a global concern, as they directly threaten the food supply chain. Studies have shown that exogenous application of phytohormones can mitigate the negative effects of heavy metal stress in plants and promote their growth and development. However, further research is needed to fully understand the potential pathways of phytohormones in mitigating heavy metal toxicity.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2023)