Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Sophia A. Schreckenbach, Denina Simmons, Adam Ladak, Lauren Mullin, Derek C. G. Muir, Myrna J. Simpson, Karl J. Jobst
Summary: This study developed a suspect screening method based on industrial compounds with bioaccumulation potential. Results showed that SQDIA has a significantly lower false-positive rate compared to standard DIA. Through suspect screening and nontargeted screening, multiple pollutants were identified, with some compounds confirmed through standards and structural analysis.
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhengliang Du, Aibin Hu, Qiandi Wang, Jing Ai, Weijun Zhang, Yong Liang, Mengxi Cao, Hanjun Wu, Dongsheng Wang
Summary: Sludge pyrolysis carbonization has the potential to convert sludge biomass into multifunctional carbon materials, but dissolved organic matters in sludge-based carbons have negative impacts on the ecological environment, especially on the growth and development of wild-type organisms and microorganisms.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Weini Huang, Wenya Shao, Yin Ji, Heming Li, Jiajing Chen, Zian Lin
Summary: In this study, an imine-linked-based covalent organic framework (TPB-TFBCOF) was synthesized and used as a solid-phase microextraction (SPME) probe for the efficient enrichment and monitoring of carbamazepine (CBZ) and carbamazepine-10,11-epoxide (CBZEP). The combination of the TPB-TFB-COF-based SPME probe and electrospray ionization mass spectrometry system (ESI/MS) enables rapid screening and sensitive monitoring of the target analytes. The method exhibits good linearity, low detection limits, high enrichment factors, and reliable repeatability.
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Mengmeng Zhong, Tielong Wang, Wenxing Zhao, Jun Huang, Bin Wang, Lee Blaney, Qingwei Bu, Gang Yu
Summary: The occurrence and impacts of emerging organic contaminants in Chinese surface water have been studied using a multi-criteria screening approach. The study developed a prioritization scheme based on hazard and exposure potentials to identify the top-priority and high-priority pollutants. The priority index effectively captured and integrated the results from other prioritization schemes based on exposure potential, hazard potential, or risk quotients.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yiling Zhuang, Yufei Ji, Qiyue Kuang, Zhaoji Zhang, Peng Li, Junbei Song, Niqian He
Summary: Produced water (PW) is the largest waste stream generated by hydraulic fracturing in unconventional shale gas reservoirs. Oxidation processes (OPs) are commonly used for advanced treatment, but the focus has been on degradation efficiency rather than exploring organic compounds and their toxicity.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Liang Zhu, Caiguang Wang, Liangliang Huang, Yang Ding, Yanan Cheng, Saeed Rad, Peng Xu, Bin Kang
Summary: Six marine fish species from the Beibu Gulf were analyzed for toxic compounds, and PBDEs were found to be the predominant organic pollutants. There were differences in the concentrations and types of toxic compounds among the different fish species. The consumption of these fish by residents of the Beibu Gulf coastal areas may not pose health risks.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Thanh-Thien Tran-Lam, Thuy Cam Quan, Phuong Thi Pham, Anh-Tuyet Thi Phung, Minh Quang Bui, Yen Hai Dao
Summary: Halogenated organic pollutants (HOPs), such as PCBs, OCPs, and CPs, were detected in marine fish species in Vietnam. The concentrations of PCBs, OCPs, and CPs varied across the fish species. CPs were the most frequently found pollutants, followed by OCPs and PCBs. The types and amounts of HOPs in the fish were influenced by the economic and industrial activities in the sampled areas. However, the consumption of HOP-contaminated fish did not pose significant health risks to Vietnam's coastal population.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Firas Baroudi, Josephine Al-Alam, Olivier Delhomme, Supansa Chimjarn, Ziad Fajloun, Maurice Millet
Summary: The study examined the levels of pesticides and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in conifer samples from different regions in north Lebanon. Results showed varying levels of pollution, with some areas having significantly higher concentrations. Conifers are suggested to be efficient biomonitoring tools for contamination levels in the air.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hailin Wang, Run Hao, Lei Nie, Xin Zhang, Yuanxun Zhang
Summary: This study investigated the characteristics of air multi-pollutants emitted during typical electronic waste dismantling processes and assessed their risks to the environment and human health. The study found that emission control measures can decrease the concentrations of pollutants and reduce the ozone formation potential and non-cancer risk. The emissions from e-waste recycling processes should be considered as an important source of air pollution, and more efficient control measures should be taken in the future.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Claudio Cordoba Correoso, Feni Agostinho, James Rodrigo Smaniotto, Mari Carissimi Boff, Pedro Boff
Summary: This study evaluates the sustainability of family farms in Brazil and explores the impact of homeopathy on traditional intensification techniques. The results show that conventional diversified farms have the best overall performance in terms of sustainability, while agroecological and organic farms excel in renewability and environmental load. The use of homeopathy can reduce nonrenewable flows and ecotoxicity, and increase income and profit margin.
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Adam Borik, Petra Novakova, Kevin M. Stroski
Summary: The presented analytical method uses laser diode thermal desorption (LDTD) to demonstrate a simple and direct approach for environmental applications. The study aims to achieve environmentally relevant outcomes for different types of pollutants with a fast method following the green chemistry principle. The developed method successfully evaluates different environmental pollutants and drastically reduces sample treatment and time requirements for analysis and sample preparation.
RAPID COMMUNICATIONS IN MASS SPECTROMETRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Yalan Hu, Youyou Li, Yueru Shi, Yixin Kuang, Suxin Zhou, Yuan Peng, Yuefan Liu, Luyi Chen, Ningbo Zhou, Juan Zheng, Fang Zhu, Gangfeng Ouyang
Summary: In this study, a hydrogen-bonded organic framework called PFC-1 was used to enrich persistent organic pollutants (POPs) and coupled with gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) to develop a highly sensitive and practical analytical method. This method was successfully applied to accurately determine trace concentrations of organochlorine pesticides (OCPs) and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in drinking water, tea beverage, and tea.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Maxwell Batista Caixeta, Paula Sampaio Araujo, Candido Carvalho Rodrigues, Bruno Bastos Goncalves, Olacir Alves Araujo, Giovanni Bonatti Bevilaqua, Guilherme Malafaia, Luciana Damacena Silva, Thiago Lopes Rocha
Summary: This study examined the chronic toxicity of gluconic acid-functionalized IONPs and FeCl3 on freshwater snails, revealing high iron bioaccumulation, increased behavioral impairments, and decreased fecundity associated with GLA-IONPs exposure. The findings are potentially beneficial for the development of eco-friendly nanotechnologies.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Meesala Krishna Murthy, Pratima Khandayataray, Chandra Sekhar Mohanty, Rojalin Pattanayak
Summary: In this study, the ecotoxicity of copper oxide nanoparticles (CONPs) on Duttaphrynus melanostictus tadpoles was assessed by measuring multiple biomarkers including bioaccumulation, antioxidants, biochemical, haematological, immunological and oxidative stress biomarkers. The results showed significant increases in copper ion bioaccumulation, oxidative stress and biochemical biomarkers in the blood serum of CONPs-exposed tadpoles compared to control tadpoles. Additionally, CONPs-exposed tadpoles exhibited decreases in antioxidants and immunological indices of blood serum. The study concluded that the ecotoxicity of CONPs is associated with the production of reactive oxygen species, which cause oxidative stress in tadpoles.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sofian Kanan, Matthew Moyet, Khaled Obeideen, Yehya El-Sayed, Ahmed A. Mohamed
Summary: This article introduces the origin of chemical waste and discusses the latest methods for detecting these pollutants in environmental samples. The focus is on pesticides, hormones, and pharmaceutical products, as well as soil, groundwater, and freshwater ecosystems.
RESEARCH ON CHEMICAL INTERMEDIATES
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sebastian Heger, Julia Brendt, Henner Hollert, Martina Ross-Nickoll, Miaomiao Du
Summary: The study established a green toxicology testing strategy to investigate the ecotoxicity of biofuel candidates by combining experimental bioassays with in silico tools. Results showed that 1-Octanol and Di-n-butyl ether were the most toxic to Daphnia magna and zebrafish, while Methyl ethyl ketone, Dimethoxymethane, and Diethoxymethane were the least toxic. Furthermore, metabolites were found to have higher genotoxicity than the biofuel candidates themselves.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shangbo Zhou, Shuchan Peng, Werner Brack, Jon A. Doering, Thomas-Benjamin Seiler, Henner Hollert
Summary: This study explores the relationship between bioassay-detected BEQs and chemically analyzed BEQs, emphasizing the importance of addressing effect levels in BEQ values.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Henriette Meyer-Alert, Steve Wiseman, Song Tang, Markus Hecker, Henner Hollert
Summary: This study characterized the baseline transcriptome profiles of zebrafish at different embryonic life stages, revealing an increase in upregulated genes and pathways with age. Exposure to PCB126 led to significant dysregulation of gene expression, impacting various biological processes. The findings highlight the complexity of the molecular response to PCB exposure and improve understanding of regulatory relevant molecular events.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Markus Weitere, Rolf Altenburger, Christine Anlanger, Martina Baborowski, Ilona Baerlund, Liza-Marie Beckers, Dietrich Borchardt, Werner Brack, Lisa Brase, Wibke Busch, Antonis Chatzinotas, Bjorn Deutschmann, Jens Eligehausen, Karin Frank, Daniel Graeber, Christian Griebler, Jeske Hagemann, Peter Herzsprung, Henner Hollert, Pedro A. Inostroza, Christoph G. Jaeger, Rene Kallies, Norbert Kamjunke, Bernhard Karrasch, Sigrid Kaschuba, Andrew Kaus, Bernd Klauer, Kay Knoeller, Matthias Koschorreck, Martin Krauss, Julia Kunz, Marie J. Kurz, Matthias Liess, Margarete Mages, Christin Mueller, Matthias Muschket, Andreas Musolff, Helge Norf, Florian Poehlein, Lena Reiber, Ute Risse-Buhl, Karl-Werner Schramm, Mechthild Schmitt-Jansen, Markus Schmitz, Ulrike Strachauer, Wolf von Tuempling, Nina Weber, Romy Wild, Christine Wolf, Mario Brauns
Summary: The study identified multiple stressors including hydromorphological alterations, elevated nutrient levels, elevated organic matter levels, micropollutants, and toxicity-related stress in a river ecosystem in Germany. These stressors, mainly originating from wastewater treatment plants, have negative impacts on aquatic ecosystems, leading to loss of biodiversity.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Akbar A. Ganatra, Faith Jebiwot Kandie, Ulrike Fillinger, Francis McOdimba, Baldwyn Torto, Werner Brack, Matthias Liess, Henner Hollert, Jeremias M. Becker
Summary: The study successfully characterized pesticide pollution in 13 streams in Western Kenya using minimal adaptations of the SPEAR(pesticides) index. The East African SPEAR(pesticides) index correlated well with the overall toxicity of 30 pesticides measured in stream water. The index also correlated with the risk of surface run-off from agricultural fields, and it was independent of organic pollution and highly specific to pesticides.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES EUROPE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Parvaneh Hajeb, Linyan Zhu, Rossana Bossi, Katrin Vorkamp
Summary: Recent advances in mass spectrometers have enabled the detection of a wide range of organic compounds in a single procedure, leading to increased attention on suspect and non-target screening techniques. Sample preparation is crucial, but there is a lack of generic protocols in this rapidly growing analytical field.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Alexander Dorn, Klaus Hammel, Philipp Dalkmann, Daniel Faber, Eduard Hellpointner, Marc Lamshoeft, Markus Telscher, Eric Bruns, Erika Seidel, Henner Hollert
Summary: A novel active sampling method was used to determine sediment depth profiles of model compounds in sediment microcosms according to OECD Test 218/219. Different model compounds showed various migration behaviors and adsorption affinities in sediment, resulting in specific distribution patterns. The methodology provides a useful tool for establishing more realistic sediment and pore water concentrations for Chironomid larvae exposure assessments.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Annika Mangold-Doring, Chelsea Grimard, Derek Green, Stephanie Petersen, John W. Nichols, Natacha Hogan, Lynn Weber, Henner Hollert, Markus Hecker, Markus Brinkmann
Summary: Standardized laboratory tests with a limited number of model species play a crucial role in chemical risk assessments. A multispecies toxicokinetic model based on data from 69 freshwater fish species in Canada was developed to predict bioconcentration, showing promising results with some tendency of overestimating measured values. This bottom-up approach potentially provides more accurate predictions for chemical risk assessments.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Sarah E. Crawford, Markus Brinkmann, Jacob D. Ouellet, Frank Lehmkuhl, Klaus Reicherter, Jan Schwarzbauer, Piero Bellanova, Peter Letmathe, Lars M. Blank, Roland Weber, Werner Brack, Joost T. van Dongen, Lucas Menzel, Markus Hecker, Holger Schuettrumpf, Henner Hollert
Summary: While the frequency and intensity of floods are increasing globally, the indirect effects of pollutants remobilized and redistributed during flood events are often overlooked. A global examination of floods caused by extreme events and the subsequent distribution of sediment-bound pollutants is essential to improve interdisciplinary investigations and develop action plans to address environmental pollution issues from flooding. Action plans for river basins and coastal lowlands need to balance flood retention, catchment conservation, and economical water use.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yvonne Wolf, Sophie Oster, Aliaksandra Shuliakevich, Ira Brueckner, Regina Dolny, Volker Linnemann, Johannes Pinnekamp, Henner Hollert, Sabrina Schiwy
Summary: This study investigates the impact of ozone treatment on endocrine potential in treated wastewater, finding that the estrogenic potential was nearly fully eliminated while the antagonistic potential did not show a clear elimination pattern. Further investigation is required regarding the antagonistic potential. Additionally, a significant impact was found from runoff events, such as those from rain overflow basins (ROBs), suggesting a need to comprehensively assess polluted surface waters by including other point sources.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Markus Schmitz, Bjoern Deutschmann, Nele Markert, Thomas Backhaus, Werner Brack, Mario Brauns, Markus Brinkmann, Thomas-Benjamin Seiler, Patrick Fink, Song Tang, Shawn Beitel, Jon A. Doering, Markus Hecker, Ying Shao, Tobias Schulze, Markus Weitere, Romy Wild, Mirna Velki, Henner Hollert
Summary: The study demonstrated the potential of an Aggregated Biomarker Response approach in evaluating the exposure and impacts on wild brown trout. It identified significant toxic effects from wastewater treatment plants and agricultural runoff, allowing for comprehensive ecotoxicological assessment of fish along the river. Using aggregated biomarker responses combined with chemical analyses enabled an evidence-based ranking of sites with different degrees of pollution according to toxic stress and observed effects.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Aliaksandra Shuliakevich, Katja Schroeder, Laura Nagengast, Yvonne Wolf, Ira Bruckner, Melis Muz, Peter A. Behnisch, Henner Hollert, Sabrina Schiwy
Summary: This study investigated the impact of wastewater treatment plants on endocrine-disrupting compounds in the Wurm River, showing that ozonation treatment can completely reduce the activity in water, but sediment activity may be influenced by rain events and potentially released into the water body from rainwater overflow basins. Monitoring both water and sediment phases is necessary to accurately profile endocrine-disrupting activity. Additionally, CALUX (R) assays are suitable for studying endocrine-disrupting activity distribution in different river compartments and WWTP effluents.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
S. L. Kober, P. Schaefer, H. Hollert, M. Frohme
Summary: The investigation of large contaminated sites is limited due to the cost of traditional analysis methods. The authors propose a new high-throughput screening system that combines GPS data collection, quantitative analysis of explosives, and visualization of heatmaps. This system allows for fast characterization of contaminated areas.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Linyan Zhu, Parvaneh Hajeb, Patrik Fauser, Katrin Vorkamp
Summary: Several widely used chemicals have been identified as endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs), which may pose a potential risk to humans. This study reviewed the occurrence of these EDCs in indoor dust and their resulting human exposure. While some banned or restricted EDCs are still detected in indoor dust, new alternatives of EDCs have also been found. The study highlights the importance of indoor dust as a significant pathway for human exposure to EDCs.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Juliane Hollender, Emma L. Schymanski, Lutz Ahrens, Nikiforos Alygizakis, Frederic Been, Lubertus Bijlsma, Andrea M. Brunner, Alberto Celma, Aurelie Fildier, Qiuguo Fu, Pablo Gago-Ferrero, Ruben Gil-Solsona, Peter Haglund, Martin Hansen, Sarit Kaserzon, Anneli Kruve, Marja Lamoree, Christelle Margoum, Jeroen Meijer, Sylvain Merel, Cassandra Rauert, Pawel Rostkowski, Saer Samanipour, Bastian Schulze, Tobias Schulze, Randolph R. Singh, Jaroslav Slobodnik, Teresa Steininger-Mairinger, Nikolaos S. Thomaidis, Anne Togola, Katrin Vorkamp, Emmanuelle Vulliet, Linyan Zhu, Martin Krauss
Summary: The increasing production and use of chemicals have led to a growing interest in understanding their impact on ecosystems and human health through suspect and non-target screening (NTS). To promote effective implementation of NTS, more harmonisation is needed. The NORMAN Association has prepared a guidance document to provide guidance on conducting high-quality NTS studies and interpreting data while addressing the challenges and pitfalls of these techniques. The document covers various steps of NTS, from sampling and analysis to data evaluation and reporting, and also introduces analytical methods, processing techniques, and databases commonly used in NTS workflows.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES EUROPE
(2023)
