Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiaoming Zhou, Yijun Feng, Zonglin Gong
Summary: This study found associations between blood levels of heavy metal elements cadmium, lead, mercury, urinary total arsenic, dimethylarsinic acid and elevation of ALT in adults. The associations between blood lead and mercury with ALT elevation were only observed in women.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Kaviyarasi Renu, Rituraj Chakraborty, Haritha Myakala, Rajeshwari Koti, Ademola C. Famurewa, Harishkumar Madhyastha, Balachandar Vellingiri, Alex George, Abilash Valsala Gopalakrishnan
Summary: Exposure to heavy metals beyond permissible limits poses a serious threat to human health, causing hepatotoxicity, cellular damage, and inflammatory responses.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jun Tang, Qinheng Zhu, Yang Xu, Yexinyi Zhou, Longtao Zhu, Lanfei Jin, Weiye Wang, Lan Gao, Guangdi Chen, Hao Zhao
Summary: This study investigated the associations between blood pressure levels, prevalence of hypertension, and levels of various metals among Non-Hispanic Asians (NHA) and non-NHA in the USA. The results showed that higher levels of mercury were associated with increased blood pressure and prevalence of hypertension in NHA, while urine arsenic levels were associated with increased diastolic blood pressure in NHA. In non-NHA, different associations were observed, including positive associations between blood lead levels and systolic blood pressure and prevalence of hypertension. The study highlights the importance of considering metal exposure in understanding blood pressure and hypertension risk, particularly among certain racial/ethnic groups.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Carmen Freire, Luz Maria Iribarne-Duran, Fernando Gil, Pablo Olmedo, Laura Serrano-Lopez, Manuela Pena-Caballero, Jose-Antonio Hurtado, Nelva E. Alvarado-Gonzalez, Mariana F. Fernandez, Francisco M. Peinado, Francisco Artacho-Cordon, Nicolas Olea
Summary: This study measured the concentrations of lead, mercury, cadmium, and arsenic in pooled breast milk samples from a Human Milk Bank in Spain and identified factors associated with these concentrations. The results showed relatively high concentrations of arsenic, moderate concentrations of mercury, and low concentrations of lead and cadmium in the breast milk samples. Factors such as post-partum time, parity, smoking habit, and dietary intake were found to be associated with the metal content of the milk samples.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYGIENE AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Sijie Liu, Yao Fu, Mao Shi, Hui Wang, Jinzhi Guo
Summary: "The study revealed that some mushroom samples had concentrations of cadmium and arsenic exceeding the standard, indicating light pollution levels. More attention should be paid to arsenic contamination in Tricholoma matsutake and Pleurotus eryngii in Jilin Province, China."
JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Konrad Mielcarek, Patryk Nowakowski, Anna Puscion-Jakubik, Krystyna J. Gromkowska-Kepka, Jolanta Soroczynska, Renata Markiewicz-Zukowska, Sylwia K. Naliwajko, Monika Grabia, Joanna Bielecka, Anita Zmudzi, Justyna Moskwa, Elzbieta Karpinska, Katarzyna Socha
Summary: The aim of this study was to assess contamination levels of arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury in freshwater fish from Poland. The results showed that the selected species of fish, especially smoked fish products, had high levels of heavy metal contamination, posing potential health risks.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Debra Ramon, Danny Morick, Peter Croot, Ran Berzak, Aviad Scheinin, Dan Tchernov, Nadav Davidovich, Malka Britzi
Summary: The study investigated the levels of heavy metals in locally caught seafood in Israel, and found that the majority of the seafood tested comply with health guidelines for acceptable levels of heavy metals.
JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE
(2021)
Review
Pediatrics
Mengmeng Ding, Shanshan Shi, Shuyan Qie, Jinglu Li, Xiaoming Xi
Summary: This study found that concentrations of cadmium, lead, arsenic, and mercury were significantly higher in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) compared to healthy controls. The concentrations of these heavy metals varied in different regions, with higher levels observed in Asia and Europe. These findings support the implementation of policies to reduce heavy metal exposure, particularly among pregnant women and young children, in order to decrease the incidence of ASD.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ram B. Jain
Summary: The study revealed a negative association between blood cadmium concentrations and certain PFAAs, a positive association between blood lead concentrations and most PFAAs, and a positive association between blood total mercury concentrations and all PFAAs.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Salman Mohammadi, Maryam Shafiee, Seyed Nooreddin Faraji, Mohsen Rezaeian, Ali Ghaffarian-Bahraman
Summary: The study evaluated the status of heavy metals in the breast milk of Iranian mothers, finding higher concentrations of lead, cadmium, mercury, and arsenic, especially in colostrum milk. The intake of lead and mercury through breastfeeding may pose health risks to infants in Iran, highlighting the importance of reducing lead exposure among pregnant and lactating women.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lars Barregard, Gerd Sallsten, Thomas Lundh, Johan Molne
Summary: This study found that even low levels of Cd exposure may cause mild tubular atrophy in the kidneys. There is also an association between kidney Hg and renal arteriosclerosis. The results are significant for understanding the effects of these toxic metals on the kidneys.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Haining Zhang, Jinzhao Song, Sixin Wang, Qingxin Song, Hui Guo, Ziyong Li
Summary: Considering the harmful effects of heavy metal ions on the environment and human health, significant efforts have been made to develop new chemosensors for the detection of lead, cadmium, and mercury ions. Recently, chemosensors based on various macrocyclic segments have gained attention and have been extensively studied for their ability to sense heavy metals by controlling their coordination environments. This review discusses the recent advances in macrocycle-based chemosensors for lead, cadmium, and mercury ions, which are categorized into six categories based on their structural characteristics.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marta Wacewicz-Muczynska, Katarzyna Socha, Jolanta Soroczynska, Marek Niczyporuk, Maria H. Borawska
Summary: The study aimed to assess the influence of dietary habits on the concentration of Cd, Pb and Hg in patients with psoriasis and vitiligo. Elevated levels of these toxic elements could increase oxidative stress and contribute to inflammation in the pathogenesis of skin disorders. Food habits have impact on the content of examined toxic metals in the blood of patients, which may be useful for composing the diet and prevention of psoriasis and vitiligo.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Jomana Elaridi, Hani Dimassi, Osama Al Yamani, Maria Estephan, Hussein F. Hassan
Summary: This study investigated the presence of toxic metals in infant formula marketed in Lebanon, finding that As, Pb, and Cd were present in 59%, 8%, and 10% of brands, with levels ranging from 31.0-1040 μg/kg, 38.0-476 μg/kg, and 12.0-251 μg/kg respectively. There was no significant difference in metal concentrations among various types of infant formula.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Pokkate Wongsasuluk, Srilert Chotpantarat, Wattasit Siriwong, Mark Robson
Summary: Human biomarkers were used to assess the lead and arsenic exposure of residents in an agricultural area. The study found that the concentrations of As and Pb in the shallow groundwater were higher than tap water, posing a potential health risk to residents. Direct consumption of this groundwater should be avoided to prevent adverse health effects.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
I. Tlak Gajger, J. Ribaric, M. Smodis Skerl, J. Vlainic, P. Sikiric
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(2018)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Srebrenka Nejedli, Zvonimir Kozaric, Ivan Katavic, Ivona Zura Zaja, Ivana Tlak Gajger
VETERINARSKI ARHIV
(2018)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Ivana Tlak Gajger, Petar Susec
VETERINARSKI ARHIV
(2019)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ivana Tlak Gajger, Marina Kosanovic, Visnja Orescanin, Snjezana Kos, Nina Bilandzic
BULLETIN OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION AND TOXICOLOGY
(2019)
Article
Entomology
Ivana Tlak Gajger, Josipa Vlainic, Petra Sostaric, Janez Presern, Jernej Bubnic, Maja Ivana Smodis Skerl
Review
Biology
Amjad Ullah, Ivana Tlak Gajger, Arnold Majoros, Showket Ahmad Dar, Sanaullah Khan, Kalimullah, Ayesha Haleem Shah, Muhammad Nasir Khabir, Riaz Hussain, Hikmat Ullah Khan, Mehwish Hameed, Syed Ishtiaq Anjum
Summary: Honey bees play a vital role in pollination and ecological services, significantly impacting crop productivity and the economy. However, they are susceptible to infections by various pathogens such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasitic mites, which pose a threat to their health and well-being.
SAUDI JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2021)
Review
Entomology
Ivana Tlak Gajger, Showket Ahmad Dar
Summary: Due to the ban of synthetic pesticides, new approaches to integrated pest management are needed. Bioactive compounds from wild plants play an essential role in the successful management of insect pests.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jelena Suran, Ivica Cepanec, Tomislav Masek, Bozo Radic, Sasa Radic, Ivana Tlak Gajger, Josipa Vlainic
Summary: Propolis, a honeybee product, contains bioactive compounds with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antimicrobial effects. Studies have shown that representative polyphenols and extracts of propolis exhibit pharmacological effects by targeting similar pathways related to inflammation, proliferation, and antioxidant mechanisms.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jelena Suran, Ivica Cepanec, Tomislav Masek, Kristina Starcevic, Ivana Tlak Gajger, Mihaela Vranjes, Bozo Radic, Sasa Radic, Ivan Kosalec, Josipa Vlainic
Summary: This study compared the chemical composition, antioxidant, and antimicrobial activity of propolis extracts obtained with nonaqueous polyethylene glycol (PGEP) and ethanol (EEP). Both extracts contained all ten markers of antioxidant activity, with higher concentrations in EEP. Antimicrobial activity was observed against most investigated pathogens and biofilms.
Article
Microbiology
Ivana Tlak Gajger, Laura Simenc, Ivan Toplak
Summary: This study investigated the presence and prevalence of four different honeybee viruses in wild bumblebees in Croatia. The prevalence of BQCV and DWV was found to be higher compared to ABPV and CBPV. Genetic characterization revealed high diversity strains circulating in the region.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Barbara Sladonja, Ivana Tlak Gajger, Mirela Uzelac, Danijela Poljuha, Clara Garau, Nediljko Landeka, Miroslav Bartak, Giovanni Bacaro
Summary: Our study provides baseline information on Diptera and Vespidae diversity in the Mediterranean mosaic of agroecosystems and summarizes the impact of human activities on insect diversity. Through trapping near beehives, we conducted an inventory of Diptera in Croatia and identified pests and newly introduced species. The results indicate that species richness of Diptera and pests is influenced by human activities. The number of honeybee colonies negatively correlates with species richness, while anthropogenic influence has a positive effect.
Article
Microbiology
Ivana Tlak Gajger, Srebrenka Nejedli, Luka Cvetnic
Summary: The research investigates the presence and comparison of gut microbiota groups in control and Nosema spp.-infected honeybee colonies through high-throughput sequencing. The EM (R) probiotic for bees is hypothesized to have an important role in therapeutic and immunomodulatory effects on honeybee colonies. The study found that EM (R) for bees treatment can alter and improve the gut microbiome composition, mitigate the influence of Nosema spp. infection, and protect honeybees from herbicide glyphosate negative effects.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Zlatko Tomljanovic, Denis Cvitkovic, Selim Pasic, Borislav Volarevic, Ivana Tlak Gajger
VETERINARSKI ARHIV
(2020)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Despoina Iatridou, Laura Pohl, Ivana Tlak Gajger, Nancy De Briyne, Ana Bravo, Jimmy Saunders
VETERINARY RECORD OPEN
(2019)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Ivana Tlak Gajger, Lidija Svecnjak, Dragan Bubalo, Tomislav Zorat