Article
Environmental Sciences
Dora Cserbik, Maribel Casas, Cintia Flores, Alexandra Paraian, Line Smastuen Haug, Ioar Rivas, Mariona Bustamante, Payam Dadvand, Jordi Sunyer, Martine Vrijheid, Cristina M. Villanueva
Summary: This study investigated the correlation between PFAS levels in drinking water and blood samples in a subset of the Barcelona Life Study Cohort. The results showed a significant correlation between PFAS concentrations in drinking water and paired plasma levels, indicating the potential exposure and uptake of PFAS through drinking water.
JOURNAL OF EXPOSURE SCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jennifer Nystrom-kandola, Lutz Ahrens, Anders Glynn, Gunnar Johanson, Jonathan P. Benskin, Irina Gyllenhammar, Sanna Lignell, Carolina Vogs
Summary: This study evaluated the association between low-level contaminated drinking water and body burdens of perfluoroalkyl acids (PFAAs) and found a significant positive correlation between concentrations of PFAAs in drinking water and serum. The findings suggest the importance of considering PFAA exposure from low-level contaminated drinking water in risk assessment for adolescents.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Alexander East, Daniel E. Dawson, Sydney Brady, Daniel A. Vallero, Rogelio Tornero-Velez
Summary: This scoping effort aims to map the current landscape of PFAS toxicokinetic models by categorizing different trends and similarities. The assessment reveals that PFOA and PFOS are the most studied PFAS, with the majority of models using one-compartment models.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Didi Erwandi Mohamad Haron, Minoru Yoneda, Rafidah Hod, Mohd Redzuan Ramli, Mohd Yusmaidie Aziz
Summary: This study analyzed the presence of multiple endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in tap water samples from Malaysia's Klang Valley region. The results showed the presence of various EDCs, including PFAS, bisphenols, and parabens. Some EDC concentrations exceeded the recommended daily limits, indicating a high risk to human health.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ross M. Warner, Lisa M. Sweeney, Brett A. Hayhurst, Michael L. Mayo
Summary: This study proposes an improved toxicokinetic modeling approach to describe the relationship between internal dose and toxicity endpoints in early development zebrafish exposed to PFAS. The study identifies the dynamic volume and hatching of zebrafish as two important physiological transformation phenomena and explores two different modeling strategies to describe mass transfer.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xuerong Li, Morgan Fatowe, Danni Cui, Natalia Quinete
Summary: PFAS are persistent anthropogenic pollutants found globally due to their extensive use in industrial and commercial products, leading to concerns about their adverse health effects and bioaccumulation potential. In South Florida, surface and tap water samples were collected and analyzed, showing high PFAS concentrations, indicating potential human health risk and ecological impact.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Dave T. F. Kuo, Barnett A. Rattner, Sarah C. Marteinson, Robert Letcher, Kim J. Fernie, Gabriele Treu, Markus Deutsch, Mark S. Johnson, Sandrine Deglin, Michelle Embry
Summary: This literature review provides an overview of bioaccumulation and biotransformation of organic chemicals in birds, highlighting the gaps in current knowledge and research. The study found fragmented biotransformation characterization, limited biotransformation kinetic data, and a lack of comprehensive metrics. It also identified the lack of research on bioaccumulation and biotransformation in shorebirds, seabirds, and raptors. The review proposes forward-looking research strategies and improvements to address these limitations.
REVIEWS OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION AND TOXICOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Wieneke Bil, Veronika Ehrlich, Guangchao Chen, Rob Vandebriel, Marco Zeilmaker, Mirjam Luijten, Maria Uhl, Philip Marx-Stoelting, Thorhallur Ingi Halldorsson, Bas Bokkers
Summary: Relative potency factors (RPFs) for immune suppressive effects of PFAS were successfully derived using data from rodents and humans.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Cara Byns, Lies Teunen, Thimo Groffen, Robin Lasters, Lieven Bervoets
Summary: Per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS) are persistent chemicals that pose potential risks to aquatic wildlife. This study investigated the bioaccumulation and trophic transfer of PFAS in fish and crustaceans collected from the Belgian North Sea, as well as assessed the health risks to humans and the environment.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Toxicology
Thomas Schettgen, J. Bertram, T. Kraus
Summary: Research has shown that the major metabolites of MI and MCI in human metabolism differ, with faster excretion of MI metabolites in urine and lower excretion levels of MCI metabolites. These results suggest that the mercapturic acid metabolite could be used as a biomarker to distinguish different exposure patterns of biocides.
ARCHIVES OF TOXICOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Toxicology
T. Schettgen, J. Bertram, J. Krabbe, R. Christoforou, M. Schweiker, A. Esser, M. Moeller, P. Ziegler, T. Kraus
Summary: The absorption and urinary kinetics of 1,3-dichlorobenzene and its metabolites were investigated in 10 human volunteers after controlled inhalative exposure. Dose-response relationships were observed for all investigated parameters, and the use of filter masks significantly decreased the internal exposure.
ARCHIVES OF TOXICOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ondrej Parizek, Tomas Gramblicka, Denisa Parizkova, Andrea Polachova, Kamila Bechynska, Darina Dvorakova, Michal Stupak, Jiri Dusek, Jitka Pavlikova, Jan Topinka, Radim J. Sram, Jana Pulkrabova
Summary: This study conducted a biomonitoring survey on 231 human breast milk samples collected in 2019 and 2021 from two regions of the Czech Republic. The survey revealed the presence of 94 organohalogenated pollutants, including PCBs, OCPs, HFRs, PFAS, and PCNs. The concentrations of these pollutants were evaluated using advanced analytical techniques. The results showed a decline in the levels of banned POPs in Czech mothers, with higher concentrations of PCBs and OCPs observed in older breastfeeding primiparous women.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Darina Dvorakova, Martina Jurikova, Veronika Svobodova, Ondrej Parizek, Frantisek Kozisek, Filip Kotal, Hana Jeligova, Lenka Mayerova, Jana Pulkrabova
Summary: This study quantified PFAS in tap drinking water in the Czech Republic and found that the concentrations were very low and comparable to other European studies. Consumption of any of the tested waters would not pose a moderate risk for adults, and only about 1% of the samples could pose a potential health risk.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jacqueline Bangma, Theresa C. Guillette, Mark Strynar, Andrew Lindstrom, James McCord, Donna Hill, Christopher Lau, Neil Chernoff, Johnsie R. Lang
Summary: The shift away from PFOS and PFOA production in the past two decades has led to the release of complex mixtures of emerging PFAS with unknown bioaccumulation potential and toxicology. The lack of available chemical standards often limits the prioritization of research on these emerging PFAS in complex mixtures. This study developed a rapid assessment method to prioritize emerging PFAS in an environmentally derived mixture based on their potential for mammalian bioaccumulation. The findings show that certain PFAS, such as Nafion BP2, Hydro-EVE, PFO(4)DA, and PFO(5)DoA, have a higher bioaccumulation potential, supporting previous studies on human serum from communities with contaminated drinking water.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ira-Adeline Simionov, Dragos Sebastian Cristea, Stefan-Mihai Petrea, Alina Mogodan, Mircea Nicoara, Gabriel Plavan, Emanuel Stefan Baltag, Roxana Jijie, Stefan-Adrian Strungaru
Summary: The current study aimed to assess the pollution status of the European river-sea system lower Danube River-Danube Delta-North West Black Sea through an integrated analysis of metal concentrations in water, sediments, and fish community. The results suggest that the Danube Delta system plays an important role in filtering pollutants, and no correlation was observed between Cd, Pb concentration in the environment and fish body.
Article
Respiratory System
Jessica Y. Islam, Jane Hoppin, Ana M. Mora, Manuel E. Soto-Martinez, Leonel Cordoba Gamboa, Jorge Ernesto Penaloza Castaneda, Brian Reich, Christian Lindh, Berna van Wendel de Joode
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of pesticide exposure on respiratory and allergic outcomes in children. By measuring urinary metabolite concentrations and collecting medical history information, it was found that pesticide exposure was associated with respiratory and allergic symptoms.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Annelise J. Blomberg, Line S. Haug, Christian Lindh, Azemira Sabaredzovic, Daniela Pineda, Kristina Jakobsson, Christel Nielsen
Summary: The concentrations of PFAS in human milk change over the course of lactation, with different PFAS showing different concentration trajectories and being influenced by colostrum levels. Models for cumulative infant exposure from breastfeeding need to take these differences into account.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
W. Bil, E. Govarts, M. J. Zeilmaker, M. Woutersen, J. Bessems, Y. Ma, C. Thomsen, L. S. Haug, S. Lignell, I Gyllenhammar, L. Palkovicova Murinova, L. Fabelova, J. Snoj Tratnik, T. Kosjek, C. Gabriel, D. Sarigiannis, S. Pedraza-Diaz, M. Esteban-Lopez, A. Castano, L. Rambaud, M. Riou, C. Franken, A. Colles, N. Vogel, M. Kolossa-Gehring, T. Halldorsson, M. Uhl, G. Schoeters, T. Santonen, A. M. Vinggaard
Summary: Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) are persistent, mobile, and bioaccumulative chemicals that pose a high risk to human health and the environment. A study conducted in Europe using harmonized human biomonitoring (HBM) data reveals that PFAS exposure may result in a significant health risk for a considerable number of individuals. Different hazard-based approaches were used in mixture risk assessments, with the Hazard Index (HI) approach showing the highest risk estimates. This study emphasizes the importance of HBM data in assessing the health risks of PFAS exposure.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYGIENE AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sebastian Pineda, Sanna Lignell, Irina Gyllenhammar, Erik Lampa, Jonathan P. Benskin, Thomas Lundh, Christian Lindh, Hannu Kiviranta, Anders Glynn
Summary: Adolescence is a sensitive period to chemical exposure due to significant physiological changes. A nationwide study conducted in Sweden analyzed the chemical body burdens in adolescents and compared the results with human biomonitoring guidance values (HBM-GVs). The study found that concentrations of substances with common exposure sources formed clusters and showed correlations, and the geometric mean concentrations were generally comparable to those observed in other countries. However, exceedances of HBM-GVs for certain substances were observed, indicating the need for further efforts to limit chemical exposure.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYGIENE AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Katrin Vorkamp, Marta Esteban Lopez, Liese Gilles, Thomas Goen, Eva Govarts, Parvaneh Hajeb, Andromachi Katsonouri, Lisbeth E. Knudsen, Marike Kolossa-Gehring, Christian Lindh, Stefanie Nubler, Susana Pedraza-Diaz, Tiina Santonen, Argelia Castano
Summary: The European Human Biomonitoring Initiative (HBM4EU) aimed to advance and harmonize human biomonitoring in Europe. Over 40,000 analyses were conducted on human samples, covering various areas such as general chemical exposure, occupational exposure, and a public health intervention. The challenges included establishing contacts, monitoring progress, and implementing standardized procedures.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYGIENE AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Gunilla Malm, Christian Lindh, Stefan Hansson, Karin Kaellen, Johan Malm, Lars Rylander
Summary: This case-control study in Sweden found that low serum vitamin D concentrations in early pregnancy may be a risk factor for the development of preeclampsia, particularly in cases that are early-onset and/or born small-for-gestational age (SGA).
Article
Environmental Sciences
Annette M. M. Krais, Berna van Wendel de Joode, Emelie Rietz Liljedahl, Annelise J. Blomberg, Anna Ronnholm, Marie Bengtsson, Juan Camilo Cano, Jane A. A. Hoppin, Margareta Littorin, Christel Nielsen, Christian H. H. Lindh
Summary: This study investigated the serum concentrations of 4-hydroxychlorothalonil (HCT) in pregnant women from Sweden and Costa Rica. The results showed that women from the agricultural population in Costa Rica had higher HCT concentrations compared to women from the general population in Sweden.
JOURNAL OF EXPOSURE SCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Andreas Vilhelmsson, Lars Rylander, Anna Joud, Christian H. Lindh, Kristina Mattsson, Zeyan Liew, Pengfei Guo, Beate Ritz, Karin Kallen, Jesse D. Thacher
Summary: This study investigated the association between prenatal exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and cerebral palsy (CP) in Swedish children. The results showed a positive association between PFAS exposure and CP in preterm infants, but no consistent evidence of associations in the overall group. Further research is needed to explore this issue.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Anna Zettergren, Shanzina Sompa, Lena Palmberg, Petter Ljungman, Goran Pershagen, Niklas Andersson, Christian Lindh, Antonios Georgelis, Inger Kull, Erik Melen, Sandra Ekstrom, Anna Bergstrom
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence of tobacco use and validated self-reported tobacco use among young adults in Sweden. It found higher rates of smoking, snus use, and e-cigarette use among men compared to women. The study also confirmed the high validity of self-reported tobacco use.
Meeting Abstract
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
P. Michanek, M. Lowgren, E. Carl
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(2023)
Meeting Abstract
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
C. Ekstrand, P. Michanek, Y. Mellbin, M. Salomonsson, E. Hernlund
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(2023)
Meeting Abstract
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
C. Ekstrand, P. Michanek, E. Hernlund, R. Gehring, M. Salomonsson
JOURNAL OF VETERINARY PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
(2023)
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)