Article
Environmental Sciences
Mario J. Araujo, Carla Quintaneiro, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Marta S. Monteiro
Summary: The study found that exposure of flatfish early life stages to ultraviolet radiation led to adverse effects such as decreased growth, impaired behavior, and inhibition of neurotransmitters and biotransformation. In the metamorphosis stage, the main observed effect was a decrease in growth. This suggests that UV exposure may have implications in later life stages.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
M. J. Araujo, C. Quintaneiro, R. J. M. Rocha, P. Pousao-Ferreira, A. Candeias-Mendes, A. M. V. M. Soares, M. S. Monteiro
Summary: This study investigated the effects of ultraviolet radiation (UV) and triclosan (TCS) on the metamorphosis of Solea senegalensis, and found that TCS induced malformations, accelerated and delayed metamorphosis, while UV radiation enhanced these effects. The expression of thyroid axis-related genes were down-regulated after TCS exposure and remained down-regulated even after a period in clean media. These stressors may have implications for the ecological performance of the species.
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Iku Sato, Satoshi Kasagi, Akiyoshi Takahashi, Kanta Mizusawa
Summary: Analysis of visual opsin genes in marbled sole revealed varying expression levels of opsin genes from larval to juvenile stages, with rh2-a specific to pre-to mid-metamorphic larvae. The reconstituted RH2-A opsin 1max of 470 nm suggests a shift in spectral sensitivity during metamorphosis in marbled sole.
Article
Fisheries
Paul Casey, Vahid Zadmajid, Ian A. E. Butts, Sune Riis Sorensen, Matthew K. Litvak
Summary: Winter flounder showed better growth at 15 degrees Celsius compared to 10 and 20 degrees Celsius. Weight of fish at 15 and 20 degrees Celsius was higher than at 10 degrees Celsius by the end of the experiment. Growth rate was consistent between malpigmented and normally pigmented fish at each temperature.
JOURNAL OF THE WORLD AQUACULTURE SOCIETY
(2021)
Article
Psychiatry
Gianluca Pandolfo, Giovanni Genovese, Antonio Bruno, Domenica Campolo, Valeria Tigano, Mariateresa Cristani, Marco Casciaro, Giovanni Pioggia, Sebastiano Gangemi
Summary: The pathophysiology of schizophrenia is still not well understood. Genetic factors and oxidative stress play key roles in its development and progression. Oxidative stress leads to the continuous production of oxidation products, such as AGEs and AOPPs, which interact with their receptors, amplifying the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and pro-inflammatory cytokines. In this study, plasma levels of AGEs and AOPPs were found to be significantly higher in schizophrenia patients compared to controls, confirming their involvement in mental disorders. Antioxidant nutraceuticals and a healthy lifestyle could reduce oxidative stress and alleviate schizophrenia symptoms.
PSYCHIATRY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Yufeng Si, Hui Li, Xiaoling Gong, Baolong Bao
Summary: The study revealed that prolactin is involved in eye migration and cell proliferation during flatfish metamorphosis, regulated by thyroid hormone and retinoic acid signaling pathways.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jianhua Tan, Hongxuan Kuang, Congcong Wang, Jian Liu, Qihua Pang, Qilai Xie, Ruifang Fan
Summary: Research showed that PCMX is widely used in China as an antibacterial ingredient, with higher concentrations found in children and pregnant women's urine compared to TCS and TCC. PCMX was also observed in considerable amounts in the aquatic environment, with dermal contact identified as the main route of human exposure. Although some individuals exceeded the reference dose, daily exposure to PCMX may not lead to oxidative DNA damage in humans.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
F. M. Peinado, O. Ocon-Hernandez, L. M. Iribarne-Duran, F. Vela-Soria, A. Ubina, C. Padilla, J. C. Mora, J. Cardona, J. Leon, M. F. Fernandez, N. Olea, F. Artacho-Cordon
Summary: The frequency of cosmetics and personal care product utilization is strongly associated with exposure to certain benzophenone and paraben congeners. These compounds may increase the risk of endometriosis in a manner that is independent of oxidative stress.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Astha Singh, Brijesh Kumar Mishra
Summary: One of the most concerning issues of the 21st century is the problem of microplastics, which are released into the environment through the usage of personal care products. The review discusses the sources, types, levels, and environmental fate of microbeads in these products, as well as analytical techniques used to study their composition and morphology. It aims to guide future research and policy development.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Qing Zhang, Lichong Hao, Yu Hong
Summary: The study revealed that Triclosan has negative impacts on the development, reproduction, and behavior of Drosophila, with high concentrations causing impaired metamorphosis, decreased fertility, and potential damage to larval intestinal cells.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xuan Shi, Bo Ren, Xin Jin, Xiaochang C. Wang, Pengkang Jin
Summary: The discharge of personal care products (PPCPs) to sewer systems has increased due to urban expansion, while the transformation of PPCPs in sewer systems and their potential threats to receiving water environments have been rarely explored. This study investigated the effect of PPCPs transformation in a pilot sewer system by continuously adding six PPCPs over a 90-day experimental period. The results showed that under PPCPs stress conditions, the biological metabolism of carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorous pollutants was restricted. Genomic detection confirmed that the diversity of microflora in sewer sediment significantly decreased with PPCPs transformation, and the relative abundance of dominant phylum species increased. In addition, the study found that two types of antibiotics were the main inducements for metabolic dysfunction in sewer systems, leading to the increase of functional genes associated with human diseases and the formation of more harmful metabolites. This investigation provides insights into the metabolic hazards of PPCPs bioconversions in sewers and highlights the importance of addressing PPCPs emission to sewers.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Veronica van der Schyff, Lenka Suchankova, Katerina Kademoglou, Lisa Melymuk, Jana Klanova
Summary: The personal care product industry is a multi-billion-dollar industry worldwide. While some products are marketed as green or natural, there is no significant difference in the concentrations of harmful compounds between green and conventional products. However, the cumulative intake of harmful compounds is an order of magnitude higher for individuals using conventional products compared to those using green products exclusively.
Review
Toxicology
Sonia Sanajou, Gonul Sahin, Terken Baydar
Summary: The use of aluminium in cosmetics and personal care products has raised concerns regarding potential harm to the body. The dermal absorption of aluminium and its potential link to diseases like Alzheimer's disease are not widely understood. Further research is needed to determine the long-term effects of exposure to aluminium-based products.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED TOXICOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sara Frau, Jose A. Paullada-Salmeron, Isabella Paradiso, Mairi E. Cowan, agueda J. Martin-Robles, Jose A. Munoz-Cueto
Summary: In this study, the ontogeny of six visual photopigments in the Senegalese sole under different light conditions was analyzed. The results showed that metamorphosis in the Senegalese sole is accompanied by remodeling in opsin gene expression, with green-cone opsins being the most abundant photopigments pre-metamorphosis and rod opsin dominant post-metamorphosis.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Thanh Huy Ngo, Dieu-Anh Van, Hoai Le Tran, Norihide Nakada, Hiroaki Tanaka, Trung Hai Huynh
Summary: This study investigated the occurrence of pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) in Cau River in Vietnam. Results showed the presence of 36 out of 56 investigated PPCPs in samples, with higher concentrations observed downstream. Among the detected PPCPs, caffeine, sulfamethoxazole, and lincomycin were found in water samples, while triclocarban, levofloxacin, and griseofulvin were found in sediment samples. Risk assessment indicated a moderate ecological risk to aquatic organisms posed by PPCPs in the river.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marta Cunha, Monica G. Silva, Lucia De Marchi, Rui G. Morgado, Valdemar I. Esteves, Valentina Meucci, Federica Battaglia, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Carlo Pretti, Rosa Freitas
Summary: This study evaluated the toxicity of a mixture of 17 alpha-ethinylestradiol (EE2) and salicylic acid (SA) on mussels and measured the effects at the cellular level. The results revealed that the combined effect of EE2 and SA caused the highest metabolic capacity, antioxidant activation, and cellular damage in the organisms.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Madalena Andrade, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Montserrat Sole, Eduarda Pereira, Rosa Freitas
Summary: The production of e-waste is increasing globally, posing a threat to aquatic environments due to the presence of nonbiodegradable components. A study investigated the biological effects of anthropogenic yttrium (Y) exposure in Mytilus galloprovincialis. The results showed that tissue Y content increased with exposure concentration, but at the highest dosage, the mussels reduced their biotransformation activities without cellular damage. The findings highlight the potential environmental concern of low anthropogenic Y concentrations on organisms' biochemical performance.
ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Aria Ashja Ardalan, Simao Correia, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Rosa Freitas, Luisa Magalhaes
Summary: Biotic and abiotic factors play important roles in parasite communities. Host density affects parasite transmission, while high host density can also reduce individual burden. This study investigated the effects of cockle density and environmental factors on the structure of free-living and parasitic communities. Analysis showed differences in benthic community composition and abundance based on sampling site and environmental factors. Different trematode species infected the cockles, with environmental factors influencing parasite community composition.
ESTUARINE COASTAL AND SHELF SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Helena Barbosa, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Eduarda Pereira, Rosa Freitas
Summary: The global Lithium (Li) industry has rapidly expanded in recent decades, and future projections indicate further growth in its production. Li has been identified as an emerging pollutant in aquatic environments, but there is limited understanding of its implications in marine and coastal ecosystems. This review aims to bridge these knowledge gaps by examining the literature on Li occurrence and its effects on marine and coastal ecosystems. The findings highlight concerns about Li pollution and the urgent need for new solutions to meet sustainable development goals.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Antonieta Gabriel, Catia Venancio, Jose Paulo Sousa, Sara Leston, Fernando Ramos, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Isabel Lopes
Summary: Intensive agriculture and the use of agrochemicals have negative impacts on soil fertility, erosion, and acidity. Liming is a common practice in agriculture to increase soil fertility and nutrient availability by managing soil pH. However, the influence of soil pH on the toxicity of agrochemicals remains species-dependent and not consistent.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Daniel Santos, Carla Leite, Joao Pinto, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Eduarda Pereira, Rosa Freitas
Summary: Marine ecosystems are being negatively affected by the rising temperatures caused by climate change. In addition, the emerging pollutant lithium has also become a major concern. This study aimed to assess the impact of different temperature scenarios on the response of Mytilus galloprovincialis to lithium. The results indicate that mussels accumulated lithium regardless of temperature scenario, and the combination of a marine heatwave and lithium had the most negative effects on the species.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Joao A. Rodrigues, Monica Silva, Rita Araujo, Leonor Madureira, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Rosa Freitas, Ana M. Gila
Summary: Untargeted Nuclear Magnetic Resonance metabolomics was used to study the effects of warming and exposure to EE2 on the metabolome of Ruditapes philippinarum clams. The results identified metabolic markers for monitoring and predicting deviant environmental conditions. Warming alone triggered changes in various metabolic pathways, while EE2 exposure caused significant metabolic disturbances. These findings help understand clams' response to temperature rise and EE2 exposure and can guide future prediction of environmental damaging effects.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Antonieta Gabriel, Catia Venancio, Jose Paulo Sousa, Sara Leston, Fernando Ramos, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Isabel Lopes
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the influence of soil pH on the toxicity of eluates obtained from Basamid (R) contaminated soils to three aquatic species. The results showed that higher soil alkalinity decreased mortality of H. viridissima, while it had similar lethal ecotoxicity on X. laevis and D. rerio across different soil pH levels. H. viridissima exhibited the highest tolerance to Basamid (R) eluates, and soil pH was a major factor in determining the fumigant toxicity.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Vitoria Pereira, Silvia F. S. Pires, Andreia C. M. Rodrigues, Pearl Ofoegbu, Pedro Bem-Haja, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Luis E. C. Conceicao, Rui J. M. Rocha, Mario Pacheco
Summary: Bivalve shellfish aquaculture is a sustainable and nutritious way to feed the growing global population. Microencapsulation technology has the potential to improve bivalve nutrition and enhance production quality. This study evaluated the food intake of five valuable bivalve species using algae-based microencapsulated diets, and found that all the tested diets were easily ingested, with some differences among species. This research contributes to the optimization of bivalve feed and the improvement of the final product.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Fabianne Ribeiro, Maria D. Pavlaki, Susana Loureiro, Renato Almeida Sarmento, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Paula S. Tourinho
Summary: Nano- and microplastic fragments (NMPs) are widely present in various environmental compartments and can interact with other environmental contaminants in freshwater ecosystems. They can translocate and be absorbed by freshwater organisms, potentially affecting the bioaccumulation of environmental contaminants. This review focuses on the influence of NMPs on bioaccumulation in freshwater organisms and discusses the findings of 46 papers, identifying knowledge gaps and future research directions.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Diogo N. Cardoso, Ana Rita R. Silva, Rui G. Morgado, Amid Mostafaie, Andreia Pereira, Jose Pinto, Iva G. Lopes, Daniel Murta, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Bryan W. Brooks, Susana Loureiro
Summary: Sustainability, circularity, and Zero Waste policies are important concepts for policy development and strategies. Insects can play a crucial role in converting waste into valuable materials and have potential as food products. This study investigated the bioaccumulation kinetics of mercury in two insect species, Tenebrio molitor and Hermetia illucens. The results showed that both insects can regulate mercury effectively and eliminate it quickly after being transferred to clean substrates. These findings provide important information for insect producers regarding product safety and the depuration time required for processing and commercialization.
ACS FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ana Rita R. Silva, Patricia V. Silva, Ana Raquel Soares, M. Nazaret Gonzalez-Alcaraz, Cornelis A. M. van Gestel, Dick Roelofs, Gabriela Moura, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Susana Loureiro
Summary: The global population growth leads to increased demand for food and the use of pesticides. Persistent pesticide contamination, such as carbendazim, remains a pressing environmental concern with potential long-term impacts on aquatic ecosystems. This study exposed Daphnia magna to carbendazim and found changes in gene transcription and reproductive impairment. However, after 12 generations, the daphnids showed some level of acclimation.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Fatima C. F. Santos, Rudo A. Verweij, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Janeck J. Scott-Fordsmand, Cornelis A. M. van Gestel, Monica J. B. Amorim
Summary: This study assessed the multigenerational effects of silver nanomaterials (Ag NM300K) and silver salt (AgNO3) on soil invertebrates. The results showed that both forms of silver caused a decrease in reproduction, and silver uptake decreased over time. After reaching a certain concentration, detoxification mechanisms seemed to be activated, leading to a decrease in reproductive output. Transfer to clean soil allowed for complete elimination of silver from the animals.
NANOSCALE ADVANCES
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Silvia F. S. Pires, Ines Vital, Vitoria Pereira, Henriques Bustani, Claudia Aragao, Sofia Engrola, Miguel Cabano, Jorge Dias, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Andreia C. M. Rodrigues, Rui J. M. Rocha
Summary: Community-based aquaculture can contribute to sustainable development by reducing dependence on natural resources, promoting biodiversity conservation, and improving local economies and food security. Using locally produced ingredients for fish feed can lower costs and increase the efficiency of aquaculture.
JOURNAL OF THE WORLD AQUACULTURE SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Madalena Andrade, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Montserrat Sole, Eduarda Pereira, Rosa Freitas
Summary: Electrical and electronic waste is being disposed of at a high rate, raising concerns about environmental impact. This study aimed to evaluate the toxicity of the rare-earth element gadolinium (Gd) under increased temperature conditions in mussels. The results showed that temperature significantly influenced Gd bioaccumulation, and mussels exposed to Gd reduced their metabolism to prevent further accumulation.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)