Review
Ecology
Emily A. Carlson, Andony Melathopoulos, Ramesh Sagili
Summary: Estimating pesticide application hazards is a common method for evaluating the impact on honey bees. However, current methodology has weaknesses, including inconsistent thresholds and inaccurate estimation methods, leading to poor correlation between HQ and honey bee health endpoints. More research should be dedicated to field-level exposure models.
FRONTIERS IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Diego E. Vazquez, Luis E. Villegas Martinez, Virginia Medina, Jose M. Latorre-Estivalis, Jorge A. Zavala, Walter M. Farina
Summary: This study aims to determine whether glyphosate induces dysbiosis in honey bee larvae and affects their metamorphosis. Results indicate that intake of field-relevant concentrations of glyphosate slows down larval growth, induces dysbiosis in gut microbiota, and leads to teratogenesis and mortality of newly emerged bees.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Christian A. Rosales, Samuel W. J. Shields, Chelsey L. J. Aulenback, Gazmend Elezi, Karl V. Wasslen, Peter J. Pallister, Kym F. Faull, Jeffrey M. Manthorpe, Jeffrey C. Smith
Summary: This article introduces a method for detecting glyphosate (GLY) and its derivatives in the environment using chemical derivatization and high-performance liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (HPLC-MS). By using in situ trimethylation enhancement with diazomethane (iTrEnDi), GLY and its derivatives were successfully transformed into permethylated products, improving the detection sensitivity. The results showed significant sensitivity improvement compared to previous derivatization techniques, and residues of GLY and its derivatives on the surface of soybeans sprayed with GLY were detected. In summary, the iTrEnDi method improves low proton affinity and chromatographic retention issues, enhances HPLC-MS sensitivity, and enables the detection of elusive analytes such as GLY and its derivatives in agricultural systems.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR MASS SPECTROMETRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Aaliya Qureashi, Altaf Hussain Pandith, Arshid Bashir, Lateef Ahmad Malik, Taniya Manzoor, Faheem A. Sheikh, Kaniz Fatima, Zia-ul Haq
Summary: An efficient electrochemical sensor for trace detection of glyphosate was developed by decorating nanozero-valent iron nanoparticles on a novel and highly porous biochar. The composite showed excellent stability and sensitivity, with a limit of detection as low as 0.13 ppm.
NANOSCALE ADVANCES
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Lucas Battisti, Michele Potrich, Amanda Roberta Sampaio, Nedia de Castilhos Ghisi, Fabiana Martins Costa-Maia, Raiza Abati, Claudia Bueno dos Reis Martinez, Silvia Helena Sofia
Summary: Glyphosate, originally considered non-toxic to bees, has been shown to negatively impact their survival and behavior even at recommended doses. Meta-analysis of studies on GLY toxicity to bees revealed an increase in bee mortality rates, suggesting its toxic effects.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Quan Zhang, Lili Fu, Tao Cang, Tao Tang, Mingcheng Guo, Bingbing Zhou, Guohua Zhu, Meirong Zhao
Summary: With the increasing demand for pollinating services, the wellness of honeybees has received widespread attention. Research has shown that S-dinotefuran is more toxic than rac-dinotefuran and R-dinotefuran by 114 times, and that the Eastern honeybee is more susceptible to the highly toxic enantiomer S-dinotefuran.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Kuan Wang, Yue Geng, Zhe Dong, Xinglu Pan, Xiaohu Wu, Jun Xu, Haixiang Gao, Fengshou Dong, Yongquan Zheng
Summary: This paper established an analytical method for the simultaneous determination of glyphosate, glufosinate ammonium, and their metabolites in maize and soybean using ultra-performance liquid chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry. The method showed good separation and recovery rates, and it can accurately detect the target compounds quickly.
ANALYTICAL METHODS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Pankaj Bhatt, Tushar Joshi, Kalpana Bhatt, Wenping Zhang, Yaohua Huang, Shaohua Chen
Summary: The widespread use of glyphosate poses a threat to living organisms, but microbes can degrade it with specific enzymes, including glyphosate oxidoreductase and C-P lyase. This study used molecular docking and dynamics simulations to investigate how glyphosate interacts with these enzymes and maintains stability in aqueous environments. The results provide insights into the role of these enzymes in bioremediation of glyphosate.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Dayanne Silva Borges, Lara Vecchi, Deysse Carla Tolentino Barros, Vinicius Marques Arruda, Helen Soares Valenca Ferreira, Matheus Fernandes da Silva, Joyce Ferreira da Costa Guerra, Raoni Pais Siqueira, Thaise Goncalves Araujo
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of glyphosate (GLY) and its metabolite AMPA on prostate cell lines. It was observed that high concentrations of GLY and AMPA reduced cell viability, while lower concentrations increased clonogenicity and oxidative stress in non-tumorigenic cells.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
M. Cabrera-Penna, J. E. Rodriguez-Paez
Summary: The synthesized nanometric calcium oxyhydroxides show strong potential for removing organic compounds, such as agrochemical residues, in water sources. The particles exhibit a quantum confinement phenomenon and form new products through strong interactions with organic molecules.
ADVANCED POWDER TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Physiology
Chen Liu, Xiaobo Wu, Heyan Yang, Longtao Yu, Yong Zhang
Summary: This study investigated the direct toxicity of flumethrin on honeybee larvae and its potential effects on newly emerged adults. The results showed that higher concentrations of flumethrin caused greater damage to honeybee physiology and worker bees. Exposure to flumethrin also affected enzyme activities and gene expression in honeybees. These findings provide valuable insights into the molecular mechanisms of pesticide stress in honeybees.
FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Tomas Rivas-Garcia, Alejandro Espinosa-Calderon, Benjamin Hernandez-Vazquez, Rita Schwentesius-Rindermann
Summary: Glyphosate, introduced in 1974, has become the most widely used herbicide worldwide. However, concerns have emerged regarding its harmful effects on human, plant, and animal health, as well as water and soil quality. Residues of glyphosate have been detected in various food products, leading to a controversy over whether it should be banned or restricted. This review article provides an overview and recommendations for scientists, regulatory agencies, and the general public.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Imane Berni, Aziza Menouni, Matteo Creta, Ibrahim El Ghazi, Radu-Corneliu Duca, Lode Godderis, Samir El Jaafari
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the levels of glyphosate and its metabolite AMPA in Moroccan children, identify predictors, and conduct a risk assessment. The study found that glyphosate and AMPA were detected in the urine of 73% and 75% of children, respectively, with higher concentrations in younger children and those living near pesticide spraying fields. Factors such as drinking water source and household income were also associated with AMPA concentration. The health risk assessment showed low risk for the target population.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Velma Beri Kimbi Yaah, Sajad Ahmadi, M. Jennyffer Quimbayo, Sergio Morales-Torres, Satu Ojala
Summary: The growing demand for food has led to increased use of herbicides and pesticides, with glyphosate being one of the most widely used herbicides. However, there are disagreements regarding its toxicity and environmental effects. Different countries have adopted varying measures, such as setting maximum acceptable concentrations or banning its use completely. Researchers have developed various technologies to remove glyphosate from water, but there are challenges in upscaling these technologies and limited information on their adverse effects.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Immunology
Joanna K. Winstone, Khyatiben Pathak, Wendy Winslow, Ignazio S. Piras, Jennifer White, Ritin Sharma, Matthew J. Huentelman, Patrick Pirrotte, Ramon Velazquez
Summary: This study provides the first evidence that glyphosate infiltrates the brain, upregulates the expression of TNF alpha and soluble A beta, and disrupts the transcriptome in a dose-dependent manner. These findings suggest that exposure to this herbicide may have detrimental effects on the health of the general population.
JOURNAL OF NEUROINFLAMMATION
(2022)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Juana Bianchini, Xavier Simons, Christel Faes, Gaelle Nicolas, Aline Vilain, Guy Hendrickx, Claude Saegerman
Summary: Animal health information systems and risk analysis tools play a crucial role in disease surveillance and risk assessment. Different international and national organizations have customized their own systems to provide specific information. The majority of professionals in animal and human health sciences use these tools frequently, with prevention measures considered the most useful information. Descriptive epidemiology is more commonly used than analytical epidemiology, while risk analysis is predominantly qualitative in approach.
TRANSBOUNDARY AND EMERGING DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Noemie El Agrebi, Nathalie Steinhauer, Veronique Renault, Dirk C. de Graaf, Claude Saegerman
Summary: The survey reveals that when dealing with amateur beekeepers, it is important to consider factors beyond socioeconomic determinants and focus on increasing their perceived risks and motivation for taking action.
TRANSBOUNDARY AND EMERGING DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Marine Paridans, Justine Monseur, Anne-Francoise Donneau, Nicolas Gillain, Eddy Husson, Dieudonne Leclercq, Christelle Meuris, Gilles Darcis, Michel Moutschen, Claude Saegerman, Laurent Gillet, Fabrice Bureau, Michele Guillaume, Benoit Petre
Summary: This study examines the intentions and decision-making process regarding COVID-19 vaccine boosters among a university population. The findings suggest that a significant percentage of participants changed their minds between their initial intention and final decision. Health literacy and previous intentions regarding the COVID-19 primal vaccination were related to the intentions, while factors such as previous COVID-19 infection, past intentions for primal vaccination, and neutralizing antibody levels influenced the decision not to get vaccinated. These results highlight the importance of personalized approaches to decision-making for individuals.
Review
Virology
Cinthya Garcia-Romero, Gabriel Alberto Carrillo Bilbao, Juan-Carlos Navarro, Sarah Martin-Solano, Claude Saegerman
Summary: This study conducted a systematic review of arboviruses from 1967 to 2021, identifying 43 different viruses in nine mammalian orders across eleven countries. Brazil had the highest number of virus records, and primates were identified as the most common hosts. Serum samples were the most commonly used for virus detection. Deforestation was identified as the main risk factor for arbovirus transmission.
Article
Microbiology
Constance Wielick, Louisa Ludwig-Begall, Christel Faes, Stefaan Ribbens, Claude Saegerman, Etienne Thiry
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence of hepatitis E virus (HEV) in Belgian pig herds and found that HEV had widely circulated in the pig population. The risk of infection varied among different types and sizes of farms. Identifying farms at risk is crucial for controlling the spread of HEV and preventing human infection.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Malene Laurberg, Claude Saegerman, Stine Jacobsen, Lise Berg, Sigrid Hyldahl Laursen, Emma Hoeberg, Elaine Alexandra Sange, Gaby van Galen
Summary: This study evaluated the biomarker NGAL in neonatal foals with sepsis and assessed its relation to outcome. The results showed that NGAL concentrations were significantly higher in septic foals and lower in survivors. NGAL concentrations can be used to diagnose sepsis and predict outcome.
Article
Virology
Claude Saegerman, Marie-France Humblet, Marc Leandri, Gaelle Gonzalez, Paul Heyman, Hein Sprong, Monique L'Hostis, Sara Moutailler, Sarah I. Bonnet, Nadia Haddad, Nathalie Boulanger, Stephen Leib, Thierry Hoch, Etienne Thiry, Laure Bournez, Jana Kerlik, Aurelie Velay, Solveig Jore, Elsa Jourdain, Emmanuelle Gilot-Fromont, Katharina Brugger, Julia Geller, Marie Studahl, Natasa Knap, Tatjana Avsic-Zupanc, Daniel P. Ruzek, Tizza Zomer, Rene Bodker, Thomas F. H. Berger, Sandra Martin-Latil, Nick De Regge, Alice A. Raffetin, Sandrine Lacour, Matthias Klein, Tinne Lernout, Elsa Quillery, Zdenek Hubalek, Francisco Ruiz-Fons, Agustin Estrada-Pena, Philippe Fravalo, Pauline Kooh, Florence Etore, Celine M. Gossner, Bethan Purse
Summary: Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is an endemic viral disease in Eurasia, primarily transmitted to humans through ticks and occasionally through unpasteurized milk products. The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control has reported an increase in TBE incidence over the years, as well as its emergence in new areas. Through expert knowledge elicitation, we identified nine key drivers for TBE emergence and increased incidence, including changes in human behavior, eating habits, landscape, humidity, difficulty in controlling reservoirs and vectors, temperature, wildlife compartments, increase in autochthonous wild mammals, and distribution of tick species vectors.
Article
Entomology
Haftom Gebremedhn, David Claeys Bouuaert, Michel Asperges, Bezabeh Amssalu, Lina De Smet, Dirk C. de Graaf
Summary: Globally, honey bees face challenges such as mites and viruses, resulting in significant losses. African honey bees are believed to be more resilient to these stressors. This study investigated molecular markers associated with this resilience, finding that better olfactory sensing and a functioning antiviral RNAi system may contribute to African bees' resilience to mites and viruses.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Claude Saegerman, Gianni Parisi, Jarkko Niemi, Marie-France Humblet, Jorge Ron-Roman, Bachir Souley Kouato, Alberto Allepuz, Vincent Porphyre, Maria Rodrigues da Costa, Veronique Renault
Summary: Disease prevention, including biosecurity, surveillance, and traceability, is crucial for minimizing the harm caused by animal diseases to society. Different species require different biosecurity measures, such as African swine fever, avian influenza, or foot-and-mouth disease. Multiple definitions of biosecurity exist in the literature, but the most popular definition is based on the 5B's principle (bio-exclusion, bio-containment, bio-compartmentation, bio-prevention, and bio-preservation). The key words for consolidating the biosecurity definition are prevention and measures, and the optimal definition should be operational, related to animal health, comprehensible, simple, and related to public health. The survey results emphasize the need for integrating more aspects in the existing definitions of livestock biosecurity (prevention of zoonoses and preservation of the environment and diversity).
Article
Infectious Diseases
Hanne Debergh, Pierre Becker, Francis Vercammen, Katrien Lagrou, Roel Haesendonck, Claude Saegerman, Ann Packeu
Summary: Aspergillus fumigatus is a major causative agent of avian aspergillosis, causing significant health problems in captive birds. This study assessed the fungal contamination by A. fumigatus in the environment of Humboldt penguins using various samples and identified potential azole-resistant isolates. The presence of azole-resistant A. fumigatus strains in the environment and in penguins highlights the complex management of this disease.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marie Van Espen, James H. Williams, Fatima Alves, Yung Hung, Dirk C. de Graaf, Wim Verbeke
Summary: This study aims to assess the impacts of climate change on the European beekeeping sector and whether beekeepers have had to adapt their practices accordingly. The results show regional disparities in perceived impacts, with Southern European beekeepers expressing more negative outlooks. Factors such as professionalism, years in beekeeping, floral resources availability, environment, and local policy measures were found to distinguish heavily impacted beekeepers from others.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Review
Virology
Juana Bianchini, Xavier Simons, Marie-France Humblet, Claude Saegerman
Summary: The spread of lumpy skin disease (LSD) to free countries in Europe, Central and South East Asia has raised concerns about its emergence in new areas or re-emergence in eradicated countries. This review focused on the epidemiological characteristics of LSD virus over the past 40 years. The findings indicate that buffaloes are the main non-cattle hosts, transmission occurs mainly through blood-sucking vectors, and cattle trade and mechanical transmission are responsible for the spread.
Review
Microbiology
Mohamed Moctar Mouliom Mouiche, Eugenie Elvire Nguemou Wafo, Serge Eugene Mpouam, Frederic Moffo, Jean Marc Kameni Feussom, Arouna Njayou Ngapagna, Youssouf Mouliom Mfopit, Claude Saegerman, Mamoudou Abdoulmoumini
Summary: An analysis of infectious diseases in livestock in Cameroon from 2000-2020 showed that major diseases included gastrointestinal parasitosis, hemoparasites, bovine pasteurellosis, fowl salmonellosis, and African swine fever. Other important endemic zoonoses in the country included Rift Valley fever and brucellosis. Most of the research was conducted in the Adamawa, Northwest, and West regions of Cameroon.
Article
Microbiology
Ana Garrido-Haro, Margoth Barrionuevo-Samaniego, Paola Moreno-Caballeros, Alexandra Burbano-Enriquez, Manuel J. Sanchez-Vazquez, Julio Pompei, Marie-France Humblet, Jorge Ron-Roman, Claude Saegerman
Summary: The study investigated the prevalence of bovine brucellosis in continental Ecuador and identified risk and protective factors associated with the disease. The results showed a high prevalence of bovine brucellosis in the region, with larger herd size and multiple parturitions being identified as risk factors, while farms located in the eastern region and the absence of reported clinical signs were identified as protective factors.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Toshimi Nakajima, Mao Kuragano, Makoto Yamada, Ryo Sugimoto
Summary: This study compared the contribution of submarine groundwater discharge (SGD) to river nutrient budgets at nearshore and embayment scales, and found that SGD-derived nutrients become more important at larger spatial scales.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fan Liu, Lei Zhang, Chongyang Zhang, Ziguang Chen, Jingguang Li
Summary: NO2 emissions from wall-mounted gas stoves used for household heating have become a significant source of indoor pollution in Chinese urban areas. The high indoor concentration of NO2 poses potential health risks to residents. It is urgently necessary to establish relevant regulations and implement emission reduction technologies to reduce NO2 emissions from wall-mounted gas stoves.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Letter
Environmental Sciences
Hans Peter H. Arp, Raoul Wolf, Sarah E. Hale, Sivani Baskaran, Juliane Gluege, Martin Scheringer, Xenia Trier, Ian T. Cousins, Harrie Timmer, Roberta Hofman-Caris, Anna Lennquist, Andre D. Bannink, Gerard J. Stroomberg, Rosa M. A. Sjerps, Rosa Montes, Rosario Rodil, Jose Benito Quintana, Daniel Zahn, Herve Gallard, Tobias Mohr, Ivo Schliebner, Michael Neumann
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Philomina Onyedikachi Peter, Binessi Edouard Ifon, Francois Nkinahamira, Kayode Hassan Lasisi, Jiangwei Li, Anyi Hu, Chang-Ping Yu
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between dissolved organic matter (DOM) and Rare Earth Elements (REEs) in sediments from Yundang Lagoon, China. The results show four distinct fluorescent components, with protein-like substances being the most prevalent. Additionally, the total fluorescence intensity and LREE concentrations exhibit a synchronized increase from Outer to Inner to Songbai Lake core sediments. The findings demonstrate a strong correlation between DOM content and pollution levels.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Surya Gupta, Pasquale Borrelli, Panos Panagos, Christine Alewell
Summary: The objective of this study is to incorporate soil hydraulic properties into the erodibility factor (K) of USLE-type models. By modifying and improving the existing equations for soil texture and permeability, the study successfully included information on saturated hydraulic conductivity (Ksat) into the calculation of K factor. Using the Random Forest machine learning algorithm, two independent K factor maps with different spatial resolutions were generated. The results show that the decrease in K factor values has a positive impact on the modeling of soil erosion rates.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jesmin Akter, Wendy J. M. Smith, Yawen Liu, Ilho Kim, Stuart L. Simpson, Phong Thai, Asja Korajkic, Warish Ahmed
Summary: The choice of workflow in wastewater surveillance has a significant impact on SARS-CoV-2 concentrations, while having minimal effects on HF183 and no effect on HAdV 40/41 concentrations. Certain components in the workflow can be interchangeable, but factors such as buffer type, chloroform, and homogenization speed can affect the recovery of viruses and bacteria.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yu Luo, Xueting Yang, Diwei Wang, Hongmei Xu, Hongai Zhang, Shasha Huang, Qiyuan Wang, Ningning Zhang, Junji Cao, Zhenxing Shen
Summary: Atmospheric PM2.5, which can generate reactive oxygen species (ROS), is associated with cardiorespiratory morbidity and mortality. The study found that both the mass concentration of PM2.5 and the DTT activity were higher during the heating season than during the nonheating season. Combustion sources were the primary contributors to DTT activity during the heating season, while secondary formation dominated during the nonheating season. The study also revealed that biomass burning had the highest inherent oxidation potential among all sources investigated.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Erin L. Murphy, Leah R. Gerber, Chelsea M. Rochman, Beth Polidoro
Summary: Plastic pollution has devastating consequences for marine organisms. This study uses a trait-based framework to develop a vulnerability index for marine mammals, seabirds, and sea turtles in Hawai'i. The index ranks 63 study species based on their vulnerability to macroplastic pollution, providing valuable information for species monitoring and management priorities.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kenji Maurice, Amelia Bourceret, Sami Youssef, Stephane Boivin, Liam Laurent-Webb, Coraline Damasio, Hassan Boukcim, Marc-Andre Selosse, Marc Ducousso
Summary: Growing pressure from climate change and agricultural land use is destabilizing soil microbial community interactions. Little is known about microbial community resistance and adaptation to disturbances, hindering our understanding of recovery latency and implications for ecosystem functioning. This study found that anthropic disturbance and natural disturbance have different effects on the topology and stability of soil microbial networks.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yunhao Li, Yali Feng, Haoran Li, Yisong Yao, Chenglong Xu, Jinrong Ju, Ruiyu Ma, Haoyu Wang, Shiwei Jiang
Summary: Deep-sea mining poses a serious threat to marine ecosystems and human health by disturbing sediment and transmitting metal ions through the food chain. This study developed a new regenerative adsorption material, OMN@SA, which effectively removes metal ions. The adsorption mechanism and performance of the material for metal ion fixation were investigated.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Antonio Medici, Margherita Lavorgna, Marina Isidori, Chiara Russo, Elena Orlo, Giovanni Luongo, Giovanni Di Fabio, Armando Zarrelli
Summary: Valsartan, a widely used antihypertensive drug, has been detected in high concentrations in surface waters due to its unchanged excretion and incomplete degradation in wastewater treatment plants. This study investigated the degradation of valsartan and identified 14 degradation byproducts. The acute and chronic toxicity of these byproducts were evaluated in key organisms in the freshwater trophic chain.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jiang Lin, Lianbao Chi, Qing Yuan, Busu Li, Mingbao Feng
Summary: This study investigated the photodegradation behavior and product formation of two representative pharmaceuticals in simulated estuary water. The study found that the formed transformation products of these pharmaceuticals have potential toxicity on marine organisms, including oxidative stress and damage to cellular components.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hua Fang, Dongdong Jiang, Ye He, Siyi Wu, Yuehong Li, Ziqi Zhang, Haoting Chen, Zixin Zheng, Yan Sun, Wenxiang Wang
Summary: This study revealed that exposure to lower levels of air pollutants led to decreased pregnancy rates, with PM10, NO2, SO2, and CO emerging as the four most prominent pollutants. Individuals aged 35 and above exhibited heightened susceptibility to pollutants.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ali Shaan Manzoor Ghumman, Rashid Shamsuddin, Amin Abbasi, Mohaira Ahmad, Yoshiaki Yoshida, Abdul Sami, Hamad Almohamadi
Summary: In this study, inverse vulcanized polysulfides (IVP) were synthesized by reacting molten sulfur with 4-vinyl benzyl chloride, and then functionalized using N-methyl D-glucamine (NMDG). The functionalized IVP showed a high mercury adsorption capacity and a machine learning model was developed to predict the amount of mercury removed. Furthermore, the functionalized IVP can be regenerated and reused, providing a sustainable and cost-effective adsorbent.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rita Bonfiglio, Renata Sisto, Stefano Casciardi, Valeria Palumbo, Maria Paola Scioli, Erica Giacobbi, Francesca Servadei, Gerry Melino, Alessandro Mauriello, Manuel Scimeca
Summary: This study investigated the presence of aluminum in human colon cancer samples and its potential association with biological processes involved in cancer progression. Aluminum was found in tumor areas of 24% of patients and was associated with epithelial to mesenchymal transition (EMT) and cell death. Additional analyses revealed higher tumor mutational burden and mutations in genes related to EMT and apoptosis in aluminum-positive colon cancers. Understanding the molecular mechanisms of aluminum toxicity may improve strategies for the management of colon cancer patients.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)