Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ziwei Pei, Xiaoyan Zhang, Yubai Li, Bing Lyu, Yunfeng Zhao, Yongning Wu, Lei Zhang, Jingguang Li
Summary: This report highlights the necessity of continuous national monitoring of dietary intake and strict legislation of PBDEs in China.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Quang Tri Ho, Sylvia Frantzen, Bente M. Nilsen, Ole Jakob Nostbakken, Atabak M. Azad, Arne Duinker, Lise Madsen, Michael S. Bank
Summary: This study investigated the bioaccumulation of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in marine fish from the North-East Atlantic Ocean (NEAO). It was found that POPs congener composition profiles were mainly influenced by fish species rather than geographical location. The study also revealed that factors such as fat content, fish size, trophic position, and latitude had an impact on POPs concentrations in fish. Additionally, a non-linear relationship between POPs concentrations and fat content was observed, with concentrations reaching saturation when fat content exceeded 10%.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Water Resources
Maxime Jeanjean, Sylvaine Goix, Marine Periot, Khaled Douib, Julien Dron, Marie-Pierre Etienne, Philippe Marchand, Annabelle Austruy, Gautier Revenko, Philippe Chamaret
Summary: Residents living near the core of an industrial zone in Fos-sur-Mer, France were found to have higher serum levels of organochlorine indicators, which was linked to behaviors involving environmental exposures. Additionally, spatial and temporal variations of pollutants were observed in the area.
EXPOSURE AND HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Qinxiong Rao, Xianli Wang, Qicai Zhang, Ron Hoogenboom, Huaxi Li, Zhongsheng Deng, Weiguo Song, Lin Cheng, Xing Liu, Shuhui Guan, Wei Song, Chunxia Yao, Shanshan Chen, Jiaxin Zhou
Summary: This study investigated the accumulation of dioxins and DL-PCBs in farmed Chinese mitten crabs. The results showed that these pollutants were commonly found in farmed crabs but did not pose a health risk to consumers. Snails were found to play a crucial role in the accumulation of dioxins in crabs, providing important insights for preventing and reducing contamination by dioxins and DL-PCBs in crabs.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Grazia Barone, Arianna Storelli, Rita Garofalo, Maria Maddalena Storelli
Summary: The levels of non-dioxin-like PCB indicators were determined in food samples to evaluate the exposure of adult and elderly population. The results showed that none of the samples exceeded the maximum permissible limits for human consumption established by the European Union legislation, except for salami samples. Seafood was found to be the major contributor to PCB exposure, indicating the need for further efforts to protect consumers from these harmful chemicals.
JOURNAL OF FOOD QUALITY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Athanasios Besis, Elisavet Botsaropoulou, Dimitra Balla, Dimitra Voutsa, Constantini Samara
Summary: The study found various organic contaminants in indoor dust, but the risk level of exposure to these chemicals is low, posing no significant health hazards to humans.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yuanjie Lin, Chao Feng, Sunyang Le, Xinlei Qiu, Qian Xu, Shuping Jin, Yamin Fang, Yu'e Jin, Yimin Wen, Guoquan Wang, Dasheng Lu
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the exposure of breast-fed infants in Shanghai to persistent organic pollutants (POPs). The results showed that the distribution pattern of POPs in human milk differed from that in infant hair, but they had stable concentration ratios and similar distribution patterns between internal and external hair samples. Infant hair can be an ideal biomatrix for estimating exposure to POPs from exogenous sources like house dust.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Inaki Lacomba, Antonio Lopez, Raquel Hervas-Ayala, Clara Coscolla
Summary: An analytical strategy was used to study the presence of PCDDs, PCDFs, and dl-PCBs in newborn meconium samples. The methodology involved SPLE extraction, multicolumn clean-up, and analysis using GC-HRMS. The study found various congeners in the samples, with some being detected in all samples. The levels of PCDD/Fs and dl-PCBs ranged from 0.19 to 0.31 pg TEQ g(-1) ww.
Article
Statistics & Probability
Yan Liu, Dewei Wang, Li Li, Dingsheng Li
Summary: The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) has been continuously monitoring Americans' exposure to harmful environmental chemicals. In 2005, NHANES implemented a cost-saving measure of pooled biomonitoring. However, these pooled data have limited applications due to complexity and lack of statistical tools. The development of a regression-based method allowed for a comprehensive assessment of disparities in exposure to these chemicals, revealing age, income, and racial differences. These findings can inform targeted interventions for environmental justice, and chemical levels have declined over time, indicating the effectiveness of regulatory policies.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN STATISTICAL ASSOCIATION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jinlu Hu, Ning Zhang, Balamurugan Srinivasan, Jiancheng Yang, Kaixin Tang, Lifei Zhang, Xueli Liu, Xin Zhang
Summary: Polybrominated diphenyl ether (PBDE) contamination is common and harmful in aquatic environments. This study investigates the response mechanisms of Chlorella pyrenoidosa to PBDE exposure, finding that photosynthetic damage and inhibition were caused by the binding of BDE47 to PSII and PSI complexes. However, C. pyrenoidosa showed a positive resistance and metabolic ability to PBDEs, indicating its potential as a bioremediator for wastewater-borne PBDEs.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Peter Gresner, Marek Zielinski, Danuta Ligocka, Kinga Polanska, Wojciech Wasowicz, Jolanta Gromadzinska
Summary: This study analyzed the concentrations of PCDDs, PCDFs, and dl-PCBs in breast milk samples of 110 breastfeeding women from an urban area. The results showed significant correlations between dl-PCBs concentration and toxicity equivalent with mothers' age, as well as a positive association between total toxicity equivalent of all substances analyzed and the frequency of fish and dairy products consumption. These findings may provide a basis for further research on exposure to these pollutants and their mechanisms of action.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
P. Movalli, K. Biesmeijer, G. Gkotsis, N. Alygizakis, M. C. Nika, K. Vasilatos, M. Kostakis, N. S. Thomaidis, P. Oswald, M. Oswaldova, J. Slobodnik, J. C. E. W. Hooijmeijer, R. A. Howison, R. W. R. J. Dekker, N. van den Brink, T. Piersma
Summary: The breeding population of black-tailed godwits in the Netherlands has significantly decreased in recent decades, and the role of contaminants in this decline is unknown. Liver samples from 11 adult birds found dead in SW Friesland from 2016 to 2020 were analyzed, revealing the presence of various contaminants, including industrial chemicals, plant protection products, and pharmaceuticals. The majority of birds were found in intensive and herb-rich grasslands. These findings highlight the need for further research on the potential health risks to godwits and the sources of contamination.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Eun-Su Shin, Min-Kyu Park, Gihae Kim, Mandana Barghi, Sung-Deuk Choi, Jiyeon Yang, Yoon-Seok Chang
Summary: This study examined the risk of dietary exposure to polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins (PCDDs) and dibenzofurans (PCDFs) in the general Korean population. The results showed that although the levels of these compounds in the air have significantly decreased following government regulations, their levels in human serum have not reduced at the same rate. This suggests that humans may unintentionally be exposed to these compounds through food ingestion. The study provides important toxicological information and can guide the development of food safety policies.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Josiah E. Hardesty, Banrida Wahlang, Russell A. Prough, Kim Z. Head, Daniel Wilkey, Michael Merchant, Hongxue Shi, Jian Jin, Matthew C. Cave
Summary: This study demonstrated that EGFR inhibition is a causal mechanism for hepatic inflammation and fibrosis in a mouse model of NASH induced by PCBs. However, adverse effects observed may hinder the clinical application of EGF therapy. Further data is needed to explore the underinvestigated roles of EGFR in liver and environmental health.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PERSPECTIVES
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Weiwei Zheng, Huijuan Zhao, Qinxin Liu, M. James C. Crabbe, Weidong Qu
Summary: This study analyzed the characteristics and intake of dioxins in food from China, and evaluated the cancer risk and disease burden among the Chinese population. The study found that the intake of dioxins has decreased significantly after 2007, with the southern coastal regions being high exposure areas. Furthermore, due to the measures taken to reduce dioxin pollution, the health risks caused by dl-PCBs should be given more attention.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Bo M. van der Weijden, Niek B. Achten, Jolita Bekhof, Esther E. Evers, Mylene Berk, Arvid W. A. Kamps, Maarten Rijpert, Gavin W. ten Tusscher, Marlies A. van Houten, Frans B. Plotz
Summary: Low adherence to the Dutch guidelines led to the majority of neonates not receiving the recommended antibiotic treatment, while some neonates had prolonged antibiotic use despite negative blood cultures. The guidelines need revision.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rick Helmus, Thomas L. ter Laak, Annemarie P. van Wezel, Pim de Voogt, Emma L. Schymanski
Summary: Mass spectrometry based non-target analysis is increasingly used in environmental sciences for screening and identifying chemicals in complex samples, but current data processing software lack functionality for environmental sciences. The open-source platform patRoon provides comprehensive, tailored and user-friendly non-target analysis workflows by harmonizing common software tools and strategies for automated processing of complex data.
JOURNAL OF CHEMINFORMATICS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Frederic Been, Erik Emke, Joao Matias, Jose Antonio Baz-Lomba, Tim Boogaerts, Sara Castiglioni, Marina Campos-Manas, Alberto Celma, Adrian Covaci, Pim de Voogt, Felix Hernandez, Barbara Kasprzyk-Hordern, Thomas ter Laak, Malcolm Reid, Noelia Salgueiro-Gonzalez, Ruud Steenbeek, Alexander L. N. van Nuijs, Ettore Zuccato, Lubertus Bijlsma
Summary: The COVID-19 outbreak has led to severe restrictive measures, affecting illicit drug use and supply. Variations in drug consumption were observed across different countries, with some showing marked decreases while others maintaining or even increasing consumption levels. Wastewater analysis can provide valuable insights into local drug use patterns during this challenging time when data collection is limited.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ann-Helene Faber, Andrea M. Brunner, Milou M. L. Dingemans, Kirsten A. Baken, Stefan A. E. Kools, Paul P. Schot, Pim de Voogt, Annemarie P. van Wezel
Summary: The study found that the selected 'green' fracturing fluids are not less harmful than the 'conventional' ones, with no clear indication of lower chemical concentrations in the green fluids. The environmental fate of identified compounds in both green and conventional fluids does not seem to be distinct, and results from genotoxicity tests suggest that green fluids have similar potential as conventional fluids.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Marit Huizer, Thomas L. ter aak, Pim de Voogt, Annemarie P. van Wezel
Summary: Illicit drug use is a complex and stigmatized behavior, making it challenging for drug surveillance systems. Wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE) is a method used to estimate drug consumption, with studies increasing globally. However, there are uncertainties in sampling methods and consumption data, and further standardization of WBE is desired. High-quality studies are increasing, but WBE has not been widely used in parts of Africa, the Middle East, and Russia, with high consumption rates in the US and lower rates reported in Asia.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Marcella Ricardis May, Albert Ruebben, Andrea Lennertz, Luk Vanstreels, Marike Leijs
Summary: Immunosuppressive therapy is crucial for treating pyoderma gangrenosum, but dosage adjustment is necessary during COVID-19 infection. This paper reports a case of successful reduction in immunosuppressive dosage in a pyoderma gangrenosum patient infected with COVID-19.
JOURNAL OF PERSONALIZED MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
S. Sahba, A. Huurnink, J. M. van den Berg, B. Tuitert, S. J. Vastert, G. W. ten Tusscher
Summary: This article illustrates the clinical course of systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis (sJIA) and highlights the diagnostic challenges. FDG-PET/CT imaging may be beneficial in achieving rapid diagnosis and early treatment for some cases.
CLINICAL CASE REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marina Campos-Manas, David Fabregat-Safont, Felix Hernandez, Eva de Rijke, Pim de Voogt, Annemarie van Wezel, Lubertus Bijlsma
Summary: Wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE) is a method that assesses levels of biomarkers in wastewater to gather unique information on drug consumption and human exposure to chemicals. This study developed an advanced analytical method for quantifying pesticide biomarkers in urban wastewater and applied it to samples collected across Europe, showing the presence of specific metabolites.
Editorial Material
Engineering, Environmental
Nico M. van Straalen, Klaas H. den Haan, Joop L. M. Hermens, Kees van Leeuwen, Dik van de Meent, John R. Parsons, Pim de Voogt, Dick de Zwart
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Nina Hollander, Gavin William ten Tusscher
Summary: Coffin-Siris syndrome is a rare and difficult-to-recognize disorder, with a broad range of nonspecific clinical features associated with it.
CLINICAL CASE REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Sebastian Felizeter, Heinrich Juerling, Matthias Kotthoff, Pim De Voogt, Michael S. McLachlan
Summary: The study found that the transfer diversity of PFAAs between soil and crops can be largely described using simple concepts and a mathematical model, mainly influenced by sorption, root retention, and hindrance from leaves to fruits.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-PROCESSES & IMPACTS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tim Boogaerts, Lina Jurgelaitiene, Catalina Dumitrascu, Barbara Kasprzyk-Hordern, Andrew Kannan, Frederic Been, Erik Emke, Pim de Voogt, Adrian Covaci, Alexander L. N. van Nuijs
Summary: WBE technology was used to evaluate the consumption patterns of illicit drugs, alcohol, and tobacco in three Lithuanian cities, revealing high concentrations of methamphetamine and MDMA, significant alcohol use, and discrepancies in tobacco sales data. The findings suggest specific consumption patterns in Lithuania and potentially highlight illegal trade of tobacco products.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Annemieke Kolkman, Dennis Vughs, Rosa Sjerps, Pascal J. F. Kooij, Margo van der Kooi, Kirsten Baken, Jochem Louisse, Pim de Voogt
Summary: A method for quantitatively measuring highly polar chemicals in water was developed using hydrophilic interaction LC coupled to high-resolution MS. In a screening study in Europe, 12 of the 32 compounds were found in groundwater, surface water, and drinking water, with some concentrations potentially posing concerns for human health.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Alekandra Fucic, Alberto Mantovani, Gavin W. ten Tusscher
Summary: The translation discusses the importance of holistic and life-long medical surveillance as it relates to personalized medicine, as well as the significance of personal medical records, occupational exposure records, and environmental exposure in medical history and health.
MEDICINA-LITHUANIA
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Joost A. Dalmijn, Baptiste A. J. Poursat, Rob J. M. van Spanning, Bernd W. Brandt, Pim de Voogt, John R. Parsons
Summary: This study aimed to understand the variability of Ready biodegradability tests (RBTs) by subjecting test compounds to different conditions. Results showed that the compounds tested in the standard OECD 310 RBT are not readily biodegradable. However, pre-exposure under batch or chemostat conditions led to degradation of 4CA in some cases and less variability in the transformation of MET. Additionally, bacterial communities from different locations were significantly different in composition.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-WATER RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
