Review
Environmental Sciences
Philip S. Hammond, Tessa B. Francis, Dennis Heinemann, Kristy J. Long, Jeffrey E. Moore, Andre E. Punt, Randall R. Reeves, Maritza Sepulveda, Guojon Mar Sigurosson, Margaret C. Siple, Gisli Vikingsson, Paul R. Wade, Rob Williams, Alexandre N. Zerbini
Summary: This paper provides an overview of methods for estimating marine mammal population abundance, focusing on pinnipeds, cetaceans, and sirenians. Common methods include extrapolation for pinnipeds and transect surveys for cetaceans and sirenians. Key considerations include defining the population, selecting appropriate methods, and understanding the resources needed for data collection and analysis.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Rafael Andre Lourenco, Satie Taniguchi, Josilene da Silva, Fabiana Dias Costa Gallotta, Marcia Caruso Bicego
Summary: Most marine mammal species are endangered, threatened, or depleted due to factors like organic contaminants such as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons from human activities. This review aims to compare methodologies and data on the presence of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in marine mammal tissues for the adoption of policies to reduce their impact on the marine environment.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2021)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Stephanie Gross, Anja Mueller, Diana Seinige, Peter Wohlsein, Manuela Oliveira, Dieter Steinhagen, Corinna Kehrenberg, Ursula Siebert
Summary: Antimicrobial resistance is a global health threat with wildlife acting as a reservoir and vector for resistant bacteria and genes. This study found resistant strains of Escherichia coli in marine mammals of the North and Baltic Seas, highlighting their role as sentinels for antimicrobial-resistant bacteria. The distribution of resistant bacteria in these sea areas provides important information from a One Health perspective.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Haotian Gu, Yongda Yuan, Min Cai, Dongsheng Wang, Weiguang Lv
Summary: This study revealed that Isoprocarb (IPC) can induce significant physiological and biochemical changes in earthworms, primarily through oxidative stress and neural dysfunction. The potential hazards of IPC to earthworms in terrestrial ecosystems were highlighted, along with the mechanisms underlying toxic modes of action and detoxification processes in earthworms.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Meethila Gade, Nicole Comfort, Diane B. Re
Summary: The heavy metals lead, mercury, cadmium, manganese, and arsenic can have gender-specific neurotoxic effects, including cognitive and motor impairments. Males and females may respond differently to exposure to these metals and show variations in their susceptibility and vulnerabilities. The mechanisms behind gender-specific differential susceptibility to heavy metal neurotoxicity involve hormonal, genetic, metabolic, anatomical, neurochemical, and epigenetic factors.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fangjie Guo, Yilin Tian, Shujing Ji, Hao Min, Wen Ding, Haiying Yu, Yingqi Li, Li Ji
Summary: The enzyme-catalyzed metabolic biotransformation of xenobiotics is crucial in toxicology evolution and environmental health risk assessment. Recent research focuses on the role of human flavin-dependent monooxygenase (FMO3) in catalyzing xenobiotics to more toxic metabolites, but details of the metabolic mechanisms are lacking. This study elucidates the diverse FMO-catalyzed oxidation reactions of environmental pollutants through systematic density functional theory calculations, providing insights into the regioselectivity and key steps of these reactions. The findings can be extended to aid the screening and prediction of similar xenobiotics in the future.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Sheng Wei, Ting Xu, Tao Jiang, Daqiang Yin
Summary: Air pollution is a global environmental issue closely linked to various diseases, including neurodegenerative diseases. Chemosensory dysfunction, an emerging concern, plays a significant role in the health outcomes of air pollution. Despite known mechanisms, there are still unidentified pathways to explore, highlighting the importance of further research in this area.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Michelle L. Berger, Susan D. Shaw, Charles B. Rolsky, Da Chen, Jiachen Sun, Aqqalu Rosing-Asvid, Sandra Magdalena Granquist, Malene Simon, Britt-Marie Backlin, Anna Maria Roos
Summary: Flame retardants are contaminants that have been linked to negative health effects in humans and wildlife. This study measured legacy and alternative flame retardants in marine mammals from different ocean regions, providing insights into global patterns of contamination.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Review
Microbiology
Ashley Barratclough, Steven H. Ferguson, Christian Lydersen, Peter O. Thomas, Kit M. Kovacs
Summary: The impacts of climate change on the health of marine mammals, especially in the Arctic region, are a growing concern. Arctic marine mammal species heavily depend on sea ice, making them vulnerable to the changing environment. This study reviews the presence of diseases in Arctic marine mammals, highlighting the potential occurrence of pathogens and the need for increased surveillance and monitoring.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pascal Vaudin, Corinne Auge, Nathalie Just, Sakina Mhaouty-Kodja, Stephane Mortaud, Delphine Pillon
Summary: Pharmaceutical drugs have become consumer products and environmental pollutants due to their volume of production and consumption. This article discusses the potential effects of antibiotics, antidepressants, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs on neurodevelopment, along with experimental studies and brain imaging in assessing their adverse effects.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Fanghui Hu, Panlin Wang, Yunhan Li, Jiahuan Ling, Yongqiang Ruan, Jiaojiao Yu, Lihui Zhang
Summary: The development of the chemical industry has led to the release of large amounts of organic pollutants, which are often recalcitrant to degradation in the environment and pose a threat to animal and human health. Microbial degradation of organic pollutants, specifically using Pseudomonas aeruginosa, is considered an efficient and environmentally friendly method. This article reviews the mechanisms and methods of bioremediation of environmental organic pollutants (EOPs) by P. aeruginosa, highlights current challenges, and proposes new strategies for future research.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Seyedeh Zahra Mousavi, Hamid Reza Shadman, Meysam Habibi, Mohsen Didandeh, Arash Nikzad, Mahsa Golmohammadi, Reza Maleki, Wafa Ali Suwaileh, Alireza Khataee, Masoumeh Zargar, Amir Razmjou
Summary: With the global expansion of industrial activities, the entry of various pollutants into the environment has become a serious issue. Molecular simulation methods have been used to study the adsorption process and enhance the development of adsorbents. Recent advancements in computing power have overcome hardware limitations, enabling the application of molecular simulation in real systems. This study reviews the capabilities and limitations of molecular simulations in understanding adsorption mechanisms and designing effective adsorption processes.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Jianhua Qu, Qingjuan Meng, Wei Peng, Jiajia Shi, Zonghao Dong, Zhuoran Li, Qi Hu, Guangshan Zhang, Lei Wang, Shouyi Ma, Ying Zhang
Summary: This review provides an overview of the preparation methods and modification techniques of biochar (BC), as well as its application in removing organic contaminants from water. It discusses the factors influencing the adsorption performance of functionalized BC and proposes suggestions for future research to improve its practical application.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Keri A. Baugh, Jooke Robbins, Irvin R. Schultz, Gina M. Ylitalo
Summary: Contaminant studies in cetaceans provide information about pollutant levels and patterns. Due to reproductive factors, studies usually focus on male cetaceans. However, understanding contaminant burdens in female cetaceans is important for assessing potential impacts.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
A. Lischka, E. L. Betty, H. E. Braid, C. J. Pook, S. Gaw, K. S. R. Bolstad
Summary: The study quantified trace element concentrations in tissues of Southern Hemisphere long-finned pilot whales in New Zealand, finding a positive correlation between selenium and Cd/Hg in whale tissues, indicating selenium's role in detoxification. Arrow squids were identified as a major source of trace element uptake by the whales, based on significant correlation for Hg between squid tissue and whale tissue.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Silvia Espin, Jovan Andevski, Guy Duke, Igor Eulaers, Pilar Gomez-Ramirez, Gunnar Thor Hallgrimsson, Bjorn Helander, Dorte Herzke, Veerle L. B. Jaspers, Oliver Krone, Rui Lourenco, Pedro Maria-Mojica, Emma Martinez-Lopez, Rafael Mateo, Paola Movalli, Pablo Sanchez-Virosta, Richard F. Shore, Christian Sonne, Nico W. van den Brink, Bert van Hattum, Al Vrezec, Chris Wernham, Antonio J. Garcia-Fernandez
Summary: The study introduces a sampling protocol for contaminant monitoring in raptors, aiming to increase sampling capacity across countries and ensure sample quality, in order to maximize data reliability and comparability.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pilar Gomez-Ramirez, Silvia Espin, Isabel Navas, Emma Martinez-Lopez, Pedro Jimenez, Pedro Maria-Mojica, Jose Penalver, Antonio J. Garcia-Fernandez
BULLETIN OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION AND TOXICOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Alessandro Di Marzio, Sergio Agustin Lambertucci, Antonio Juan Garcia-Fernandez, Emma Martinez-Lopez
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
E. Martinez-Lopez, D. Herrero, G. Lopez-Berenguer, J. Penalver
Summary: In this study, total arsenic concentrations were investigated in loggerhead sea turtles and leatherback turtles stranded in Murcia, Spain between 2009 and 2018. The results showed that loggerhead sea turtles had higher concentrations of arsenic compared to leatherback turtles, possibly due to differences in feeding behavior and habitat preferences. The findings suggest that the western Mediterranean Sea is a hotspot for metal pollution, with arsenic levels in turtles not reaching those causing liver damage.
BULLETIN OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION AND TOXICOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sara E. Gallego R, Gustavo A. Penuela, Emma Martinez-Lopez
Summary: The study found that ibuprofen and triclosan at concentrations of 25 and 50 μg/L can affect P. magdaleniatum, interfering with the activity of certain enzymes. The quantification of ibuprofen and triclosan concentrations in P. magdaleniatum muscle samples from different markets along the main rivers of Colombia revealed that triclosan levels in some sampling points during the dry season may lead to enzyme-level alterations in this species.
Article
Environmental Sciences
G. Lopez-Berenguer, J. M. Perez-Garcia, A. J. Garcia-Fernandez, E. Martinez-Lopez
Summary: The Atacama Desert in Chile, known for its high levels of mining exploitation, has resulted in significant pollution levels. A study using primary feathers from turkey vultures found varying concentrations of cadmium, lead, copper, and zinc in different regions, with differences potentially attributed to the abundance of mining settlements. High metal concentrations were detected, exceeding levels known to cause health issues in birds, highlighting the need for further research on the impacts of heavy metal pollution on human and wildlife populations in the region.
ARCHIVES OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION AND TOXICOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Sara E. Gallego-Rios, Gustavo A. Penuela, Emma Martinez-Lopez
Summary: Fish are important in studying biochemical biomarkers, which can comprehensively reflect the impact of pharmaceutical products on aquatic ecosystems. Various pharmaceuticals can trigger changes in biochemical mechanisms, such as oxidative damage to membrane lipids and proteins. This review summarizes the biochemical biomarkers produced by exposure to different categories of pharmaceuticals in fish.
ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Maria Dulsat-Masvidal, Rui Lourenco, Silvia Lacorte, Marcello D'Amico, Tamer Albayrak, Jovan Andevski, Arianna Aradis, Emanuel Baltag, Oded Berger-Tal, Philippe Berny, Yael Choresh, Guy Duke, Silvia Espin, Antonio J. Garcia-Fernandez, Pilar Gomez-Ramirez, Gunnar T. Hallgrimsson, Veerle Jaspers, Ulf Johansson, Andras Kovacs, Oliver Krone, Madis Leivits, Emma Martinez-Lopez, Rafael Mateo, Paola Movalli, Pablo Sanchez-Virosta, Richard F. Shore, Jari Valkama, Al Vrezec, Stavros Xirouchakis, Lee A. Walker, Chris Wernham
Summary: The study aims to comprehensively review constraints on gathering raptor samples and contextual data in the field, and propose solutions based on input obtained from scientific workshops and stakeholder questionnaires. The most important constraints identified were related to the collection of complex contextual data and the lack of existing raptor population monitoring schemes and ecological studies.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Ecology
Elena Barcala, Diego Romero, Cristina Bulto, Cristina Boza, Jose Penalver, Emilio Maria-Dolores, Pilar Munoz
Summary: Mediterranean coastal habitats play an important role in the overall habitat of European eels. The study revealed that the population of Anguilla anguilla in Mar Menor consists of resident females and yellow and silvering individuals, with an average age of 3 years. This finding challenges the traditional view of Mediterranean eel populations.
REGIONAL STUDIES IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
G. Lopez-Berenguer, A. Acosta-Dacal, O. P. Luzardo, J. Penalver, E. Martinez-Lopez
Summary: Despite being a hotspot of marine biodiversity, the Mediterranean Sea is also highly polluted with various environmental pollutants. This study investigated the concentration of organic pesticides and pollutants in stranded cetaceans in the northern coast of the Gulf of Vera. Most samples had detectable levels of these compounds, with DDT and its metabolites, PCBs, and metoxychlor being the dominant pollutants. Striped dolphins had higher concentrations of these pollutants. The study highlights the potential health consequences for Mediterranean cetaceans and emphasizes the importance of conservation efforts in the region.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)