Review
Environmental Sciences
Haixia Liu, Liu Ding, Guangbo Qu, Xianwei Guo, MingMing Liang, Shaodi Ma, Yehuan Sun
Summary: This meta-analysis aims to clarify the relationship between particulate matter (PM) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The results suggest that PM2.5 is associated with an increased risk of ASD, while PM10 is not. Different types of PM have varying effects on the risk of ASD.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Review
Psychiatry
J. Vaquerizo-Serrano, G. Salazar De Pablo, J. Singh, P. Santosh
Summary: Catatonic features can appear in individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs), affecting around 10.4% of ASD patients, commonly males. Treatment options include benzodiazepines, antipsychotics, and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) with promising results in managing catatonic symptoms. Longitudinal studies are needed to further understand the relationship between catatonia and ASD.
EUROPEAN PSYCHIATRY
(2021)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
L. Cao, L. Wang, L. Wu, T. Wang, X. Cui, L. Yu, R. Diao, H. Mao
Summary: The meta-analysis found a significant association between maternal exposure to particulate matter (PM) and hypertensive disorders in pregnancy (HDP), with exposure to PM2.5 and PM10 potentially increasing the risk of HDP and gestational hypertension (GH). The results also indicate that the study model, data source, and research area may influence this association.
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Maryam Bemanalizadeh, Mehri Khoshhali, Parvin Goli, Ibrahim Abdollahpour, Roya Kelishadi
Summary: This review highlights the potential association between parental occupational exposures, such as pesticides, solvents, and metals, and the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) in offspring. The findings suggest significant links between parental occupational exposures and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, motor development or cognition disorders, and autism spectrum disorders in children. Further research is needed to determine the specific level of parental occupational exposures that are significantly associated with NDDs, and standardized outcome and exposure scales are recommended for future studies.
CURRENT ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH REPORTS
(2022)
Review
Behavioral Sciences
Kandice J. Varcin, Sarah E. Herniman, Ashleigh Lin, Yanyu Chen, Yael Perry, Charlotte Pugh, Katharine Chisholm, Andrew J. O. Whitehouse, Stephen J. Wood
Summary: Evidence suggests that adults with autism spectrum disorder have higher rates of co-occurring psychosis and bipolar disorder. Males with autism have an increased risk of psychosis, while females have a higher risk of bipolar disorder. Ongoing assessment and monitoring of these disorders in adults with autism is necessary.
NEUROSCIENCE AND BIOBEHAVIORAL REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Cheng-Kuan Lin, Yuan-Ting Chang, Fu-Shiuan Lee, Szu-Ta Chen, David Christiani
Summary: The study reviewed the impact of prenatal and early childhood exposure to ambient particulate matters on the risk of autism spectrum disorder in children, finding a positive association between PM2.5 exposure and ASD risk.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH LETTERS
(2021)
Review
Behavioral Sciences
Dan Wu, Yicheng Li, Lingyan Chen, Marieke Klein, Barbara Franke, Jinjin Chen, Jan Buitelaar
Summary: There is a global association between abnormal gestational weight gain and neurodevelopmental outcomes in offspring, although the results are inconsistent.
NEUROSCIENCE AND BIOBEHAVIORAL REVIEWS
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Frederic Dutheil, Aurelie Comptour, Roxane Morlon, Martial Mermillod, Bruno Pereira, Julien S. Baker, Morteza Charkhabi, Maelys Clinchamps, Nicolas Bourdel
Summary: Exposure to air pollutants during pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of autism spectrum disorder in newborns, with PM2.5 showing the strongest impact. The most at-risk periods seem to be during pregnancy and the postnatal period.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2021)
Review
Psychiatry
Pierre Ellul, Eric Acquaviva, Hugo Peyre, Michelle Rosenzwajg, Pierre Gressens, David Klatzmann, Richard Delorme
Summary: This study investigates the association between autoimmune or inflammatory disorders (AID) in parents and the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders (NDD) in their children. The results show that mothers and fathers with AID are associated with an increased risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in their offspring, but the strength of this association varies in AID-specific analyses.
TRANSLATIONAL PSYCHIATRY
(2022)
Review
Psychiatry
Xue-Ni Xie, Xue Lei, Chun-Ye Xiao, Ya-Min Li, Xian-Yang Lei
Summary: Type 1 diabetes and neurodevelopmental disorders are common in children and adolescents, and there may be a potential link between the two. This meta-analysis aimed to determine the prevalence of neurodevelopmental disorders in individuals with type 1 diabetes and explore the association between the two conditions.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2022)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Ying Zhang, Jianfei Zeng, Dan Wu, Xiujuan Li, Yangxia Chen, Shixia Dai, Bing Wang, Yu Qi, Jianping Lu
Summary: This study aims to systematically review and meta-analyze the effects and safety of acupuncture for ASD, providing reliable evidence for treatment choices.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Sofia Daniolou, Nikolaos Pandis, Hansjoerg Znoj
Summary: This study investigated the efficacy of early interventions in improving cognitive ability, language, and adaptive behavior in preschool children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). Results showed that early interventions had positive outcomes for cognitive ability, daily living skills, and motor skills. However, when studies without blinding of outcome assessment were excluded, positive outcomes remained only for daily living skills and motor skills. The variability in participant and intervention characteristics should be considered when interpreting these results.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Ensiyeh Jenabi, Sajjad Farashi, Amir Mohammad Salehi, Hamideh Parsapoor
Summary: This study conducted a meta-analysis to determine whether post-term birth has an increased risk of ASD. Eligible studies regarding the effect of post-term and ASD in children were retrieved from major databases. The results showed a significant association between post-term birth and ASD among children.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Behavioral Sciences
Nina-Francecsa Parrella, Aron Thomas Hill, Peter Gregory Enticott, Pamela Barhoun, Isabella Simone Bower, Talitha Caitlyn Ford
Summary: Cannabis-derived compounds, such as CBD and THC, are increasingly used in clinical practice, but their suitability as a treatment for neurodevelopmental disorders is uncertain. Existing studies suggest potential efficacy of CBD in conditions like ADHD, ASD, intellectual disability, Tourette Syndrome, and complex motor disorders, but more research is needed to establish safety and efficacy profiles.
PHARMACOLOGY BIOCHEMISTRY AND BEHAVIOR
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Lisen Lin, Tianyu Li, Mengqi Sun, Qingqing Liang, Yuexiao Ma, Fenghong Wang, Junchao Duan, Zhiwei Sun
Summary: Exposure to PM2.5 and PM10 with per 10 µg/m³ increment could increase the risk of obesity in the global population.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Rehabilitation
Yang Yuan, Lu Lin, Ning Zhang, Congyan Xie, Jinghong Liang, Yishu Qi, Bei Dong, Li Tian
Summary: This study critically evaluated the effect of home-based walking on cancer-related fatigue in patients with breast cancer receiving anticancer treatment. The results showed that home-based walking had a significant effect on relieving fatigue, and there were no restrictions on walking duration and intensity.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
David Veivers, Gail M. Williams, Brett G. Toelle, Adriana M. Cortes de Waterman, Yuming Guo, Lyn Denison, Bo-Yi Yang, Guang-Hui Dong, Bin Jalaludin, Guy B. Marks, Luke D. Knibbs
Summary: The association between indoor environment and lifetime prevalence of otitis media in Australian children was assessed. The study found that gas heating, reverse-cycle air conditioning, and pet ownership are significantly associated with higher odds of otitis media.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Jing-hong Liang, Yi-can Chen, Yu Zhao, Aerziguli Kakaer, Nan Jiang, Shan Huang, Shu-xin Zhang, Ya-jun Chen
Summary: This study investigated the change in visual impairment (VI) among students before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. The results showed that the prevalence of VI increased during the pandemic, with older students being more likely to have moderate and severe VI compared to younger students. Students who engaged in more screen-based activities also had a higher incidence of VI.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zhiyuan Li, Kin-Fai Ho, Guanghui Dong, Harry Fung Lee, Steve Hung Lam Yim
Summary: This study investigated the spatiotemporal variability in ambient PM10 components and associated health risks in Hong Kong from 2015 to 2019. Results showed a decreasing trend in PM10 concentration and INCR values, with a slight increase in ICR values. Spatial variability was identified in developed urban areas and along the road network. The study emphasizes the importance of considering PM component concentrations and associated health risks for air quality management and public health protection.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Yu Zhao, Wen-Wen Bao, Bo-Yi Yang, Jing-Hong Liang, Zhao-Huan Gui, Shan Huang, Yi-Can Chen, Guang-Hui Dong, Ya-Jun Chen
Summary: The association between greenspaces and blood pressure has been investigated in various studies, with mixed results. This systematic review and meta-analysis found that greenspace exposure, measured by normalized difference vegetation index and proportion of greenspaces, was associated with lower levels of blood pressure and reduced odds of hypertension. However, distance to greenspaces did not show a significant effect. Further well-designed studies, preferably longitudinal, are needed to confirm and quantify these observed benefits in blood pressure and hypertension.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Oncology
Shengqiao Shi, Hui Huang, Rui Zheng, Ningjie Zhang, Wei Dai, Jinghong Liang, Yuanrong Dai
Summary: According to the systematic review and meta-analysis, regular physical activity has positive effects on quality of life, pulmonary function, and maximal oxygen consumption in adults with asthma. Long-term high-level physical activity is associated with a lower risk of developing asthma.
ANNALS OF TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shao Lin, Ian Ryan, Sanchita Paul, Xinlei Deng, Wangjian Zhang, Gan Luo, Guang-Hui Dong, Arshad Nair, Fangqun Yu
Summary: This study found immediate and lasting effects of particle surface area concentration (PSC) on cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and delayed and prolonged impacts of ultrafine particle number concentration (UFPnc). Larger PSC was associated with higher risks of stroke, hypertension, and ischemic heart diseases.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Daniel B. Odo, Ian A. Yang, Sagnik Dey, Melanie S. Hammer, Aaron van Donkelaar, Randall V. Martin, Guang-Hui Dong, Bo-Yi Yang, Perry Hystad, Luke D. Knibbs
Summary: Exposure to ambient air pollution, specifically fine particulate matter (PM2.5), is associated with adverse effects on cognitive development in young children in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). An increase in annual average PM2.5 concentration is linked to a higher likelihood of cognitive delay. The study suggests that reducing air pollution levels can have significant long-term benefits for educational attainment and overall health outcomes in children.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Igor Popovic, Ricardo J. Soares Magalhaes, Yurong Yang, Shukun Yang, Boyi Yang, Guanghui Dong, Xiaolin Wei, Greg J. Fox, Melanie S. Hammer, Randall Martin, Aaron van Donkelaar, Erjia Ge, Guy B. Marks, Luke D. Knibbs
Summary: This study conducted in a rural area in China with a high burden of tuberculosis found that there is a correlation between levels of air pollution, particularly PM2.5 and NO2, and tuberculosis incidence. These findings suggest that improving air quality in endemic regions may have beneficial effects on reducing tuberculosis incidence.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Sanying Peng, Fang Yuan, Ahmad Tajuddin Othman, Xiaogang Zhou, Gang Shen, Jinghong Liang
Summary: E-health interventions have been found to effectively improve physical activity and sedentary behavior in college students, particularly in overall physical activity levels, moderate to vigorous activity, and steps. However, the effects on physical activity at follow-up and sedentary behavior were not significant. Further research is needed to examine the maintenance of physical activity improvement and the reduction of sedentary behavior. Educators and health practitioners should focus on developing multiple individualized e-health interventions.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Li-Zi Lin, Jin-Hui Chen, Yun-Jiang Yu, Guang-Hui Dong
Summary: The extensive evidence of the effects of ambient air pollution on child health is well documented, but there is limited review on their health effects during infancy. Symptoms or health conditions attributed to ambient air pollution in infancy could lead to the development of severe diseases in childhood.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Sanying Peng, Ahmad Tajuddin Othman, Ahmad Zamri Khairani, Zhuang Zhou, Xiaogang Zhou, Fang Yuan, Jinghong Liang
Summary: Implementation intentions (II) have been proven effective in promoting physical activity (PA) among various populations. However, there is limited research on the efficacy of II interventions among university students. This meta-analysis examined 12 studies involving 1916 participants and found that II interventions significantly increased PA among university students.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zheng Zhang, Yunjiang Yu, Boyi Yang, Wenzhong Huang, Yunting Zhang, Yana Luo, Michael S. Bloom, Zhengmin Qian, Lauren D. Arnold, Rienna Boyd, Qingqing Wu, Ruixia Liu, Guanghui Dong, Chenghong Yin
Summary: A study in China found that owning cats or dogs during pregnancy increased the risk of threatened abortion, especially among overweight, less educated, or lower-income participants.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Muqiu Hu, Xin Zhao, Jinghan Gu, Lulu Qian, Zhiqing Wang, Yuanyuan Nie, Xiaoyu Han, Long An, Haiqiang Jiang
Summary: Due to its simple process, environmental friendliness, and low operating costs, biometallurgy has become a popular technology for metals recovering from low-grade ores and tailings. An optimized agar was used to isolate and grow functional bacteria, resulting in the successful isolation of six functional stains. These strains were further tested for their ability to leach metals from polymetallic sulfide tailings, with significant improvements observed when the strains were mixed together. The selection of leaching process should be based on tailings composition and target metals.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Saqib Hassan, Aswin Thacharodi, Anshu Priya, R. Meenatchi, Thanushree A. Hegde, R. Thangamani, Ht Nguyen, Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
Summary: An Endocrine Disrupting Chemical (EDC) is a compound that disrupts the function of the endocrine system and is found in the environment. EDCs, such as Bisphenol A and pesticides, have been shown to have negative effects on the female reproductive system. Understanding the relationship between EDCs and women's health is crucial for developing strategies to protect reproductive health and informing public policy decisions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lichang Zhou, Zhaoling Li, Boyi Cheng, Jinqi Jiang, Xinqi Bi, Zongping Wang, Guanghao Chen, Gang Guo
Summary: Thiosulfate can promote sulfur-mediated bacterial activity, inhibit glycogen accumulating organisms, and enhance denitrification efficiency. After the carbon source is reduced, the competitive ability of glycogen accumulating organisms increases, resulting in reduced sulfate reduction.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Claire E. Campbell, Devyn L. Cotter, Katherine L. Bottenhorn, Elisabeth Burnor, Hedyeh Ahmadi, W. James Gauderman, Carlos Cardenas-Iniguez, Daniel Hackman, Rob McConnell, Kiros Berhane, Joel Schwartz, Jiu-Chiuan Chen, Megan M. Herting
Summary: Recent studies have found a connection between air pollution and increased risk for behavioral problems during development. However, more longitudinal studies are needed to investigate how exposure during the transition to adolescence may affect emotional behaviors.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jing-hong Liang, Ru-yu Yang, Mei-ling Liu, Ying-qi Pu, Wen-wen Bao, Yu Zhao, Li-xin Hu, Yu-shan Zhang, Shan Huang, Nan Jiang, Xue-ya Pu, Shao-yi Huang, Guang-hui Dong, Ya-jun Chen
Summary: This study examines the association between urban Green and blue spaces (GBS) exposure and Emotion and behavior problems (EBP) in youth populations. The findings suggest that higher exposure to GBS, particularly green spaces (GS) and blue spaces (BS), is associated with a decrease in the risk of developing total difficulties in young individuals. The joint effect of GS and BS may also contribute to the decrease in EBPs.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Diego Ruiz-Sobremazas, Mario Ruiz Coca, Miguel Morales-Navas, Rocio Rodulfo-Cardenas, Caridad Lopez-Granero, Maria Teresa Colomina, Cristian Perez-Fernandez, Fernando Sanchez-Santed
Summary: Air pollution is associated with a range of health issues and gestational exposure to environmental pollutants may be linked to neurodevelopmental disorders. This study investigated the effects of oral gestational exposure to particulate matter (PM) on ultrasonic vocalizations (USV). The findings suggest that this exposure may lead to social deficits and abnormal gene expression related to neurotransmitter systems. Further research is needed to better understand the effects of air pollution on neurodevelopmental disorders and the neurotransmission systems involved.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yagmur Kabakci, Sadiye Kosar, Ozgur Dogan, Fehmi Gorkem Uctug, Osman Atilla Arikan
Summary: This study investigated the effect of electrohydrolysis pretreatment on municipal solid waste. The results showed that applying electrohydrolysis pretreatment increased methane production and reduced the time required for hydrolysis, suggesting it is a promising method to improve anaerobic digestion efficiency.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chuanwu Zhao, Yaozhong Pan, Hanyi Wu, Yu Zhu
Summary: This study analyzed the impact of industrial zones on urban heat islands using remote sensing images and a novel spectral index. The research found that the contraction or expansion of industrial zones has a significant effect on land surface temperature. The results are valuable for environmental assessment and fine management of industrial cities.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bang Du, Zhongzhong Wang, Piet N. L. Lens, Xinmin Zhan, Guangxue Wu
Summary: This study investigated the performance, syntrophic relationships, microbial communities, and metabolic pathways of ethanol-fed reactors with different operational modes and solids retention times. The results showed that different microorganisms were enriched under different SRT conditions, and syntrophic bacteria related to methane production could be enriched under low SRT conditions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gokulan Ravindiran, Sivarethinamohan Rajamanickam, Muralikrishnan Ramalingam, Gasim Hayder, Balamurugan Karupaiya Sathaiah, Madhava Krishna Reddy Gaddam, Senthil Kumar Muniasamy, Priya Arunkumar
Summary: The present study investigated the sustainable approach for wastewater treatment using waste algal blooms. The biochar produced by the marine algae Ulva reticulata was used to remove chromium, nickel, and zinc from aqueous solutions. The study examined the adsorbents' properties and stability using SEM/EDX, FTIR, and XRD. The results showed that the biochar had high removal efficiency for the toxic metals, and the packed bed column effectively removed the heavy metal ions. The Thomas and Adams-Bohart models were found to best fit the regression values, and desorption studies were conducted to understand the sorption and elution processes.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Vignesh Vinayagam, Kavitha Nagarasampatti Palani, Sudha Ganesh, Siddharth Rajesh, Vedha Varshini Akula, Ramapriyan Avoodaiappan, Omkar Singh Kushwaha, Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
Summary: The presence of pollutants in water contributes to global pollution and poses significant threats to humans and wildlife. Finding effective wastewater treatment techniques is crucial for reducing pollutant accumulation in the environment. This paper highlights recent advances in the electrochemical advanced oxidation method and other processes for treating pharmaceuticals, dyes, and pesticide-polluted effluents.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
M. M. M. Ahmed, Kai-Yue Chen, Fang-Yu Tsao, Yi-Cheng Hsieh, Yu-Ting Liu, Min Tzou
Summary: This study investigated the sorption of citric acid onto humic acid-iron hydr(o)xide coprecipitate (HAFHCP) and the reciprocal effects of citric acid and P sorption on HAFHCP. The results showed that citric acid could increase P availability and have an impact on P sorption.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xibo Xu, Zeqiang Wang, Xiaoning Song, Wenjie Zhan, Shuting Yang
Summary: The selection of predictor variables is crucial in building a digital mapping model for potentially toxic elements (PTEs) in soil. Traditionally, spatial and spectral parameters have been used as predictor variables, but the temporal dimension is often overlooked. This study demonstrates the value of incorporating temporal indices in the model, leading to significant performance improvements. The temporal-spatial-spectral covariate combinations used in a random forest (RF) algorithm achieve satisfactory mapping accuracy and outperform other methods.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yan Pei, Xun Liu, Mengbo Cao, Zijun Wang, Hongbing Yang
Summary: Heteroatom doping can reconfigure the electronic structure of heterogeneous catalysts, leading to the development of advanced oxidation water purification materials with superior performance and stability. In this study, a series of catalysts with different elemental doping were prepared using a simple and environmentally friendly method. The S-doped NiCo2O4 catalyst showed excellent catalytic performance for the removal of Tetracycline, with significantly increased kinetic constant and high oxidation and mineralization efficiency in a wide pH range. The degradation process was dominated by non-radical oxidation pathway after S doping, and the overall process moved towards low toxicity.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Srivalli Thimmarayan, Harshavardhan Mohan, Gaddapara Manasa, Karthi Natesan, Shanmugam Mahendran, Pavithra Muthukumar Sathya, Byung-Taek Oh, R. Ravi Kumar, Rangasamy Sigamani Gandhimathi, Arul Jayaprakash, Kamala-Kannan Seralathan
Summary: This study investigated the bacterial degradation of naphthalene (NPT) isolated from crude oil-contaminated soil. Bacillus sp. GN 3.4, a potential bacteria for NPT biodegradation, was isolated and the optimal conditions for NPT degradation were determined. The study suggests that Bacillus sp. GN 3.4 could potentially aid in bioremediation by eliminating NPT from the soil.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)