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Environmental Sciences
Tatiana Chenet, Annalaura Mancia, Gioacchino Bono, Fabio Falsone, Danilo Scannella, Carmela Vaccaro, Andrea Baldi, Martina Catani, Alberto Cavazzini, Luisa Pasti
Summary: This study found that microplastics were commonly present in the gastrointestinal tract of Atlantic horse mackerel, with larger plastic fragments mainly found in the larger specimens from one of the fishing areas. It also evaluated the impact of plastic pollution on the endocrine system function in adult fish T. Trachurus.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Divya Jyoti, Reshma Sinha
Summary: Personal care products (PCPs) have become an emerging category of environmental contaminants due to their higher accumulation in the environment and potential to induce physiological effects on non-target organisms. This review analyzed over 300 articles from 2000 to 2023 to discuss the fate and accumulation of PCPs, environmental risks associated with them, and the current regulations and gaps in knowledge. The study found that certain constituents of PCPs, such as plasticizers and UV filters, have toxic impacts on aquatic organisms. The continuous release of these constituents interferes with the physiological systems of non-target organisms. The review highlights the need for further research and evaluation of the potential impacts of PCPs on aquatic ecosystems and human health.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
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Environmental Sciences
Yuyan Zhong, Jing Ren, Rui Li, Yuxin Xuan, Wu Yao, Qianye Yang, Yin Gan, Shuling Yu, Jintao Yuan
Summary: This study predicted the binding probability of 44 fluorinated biphenyls and their analogues (FBAs) to different nuclear hormone receptors (NHRs) using an endocrine-disrupting activity prediction tool. Molecular similarity and network toxicology analysis were used to enhance the screening process. The results revealed that FBAs have high binding potential for various NHRs, and the degree of receptor overlap was related to the Tanimoto coefficient of FBAs. Network toxicology analysis verified some of the docking screening results and identified important endocrine-disrupting pathways. This study identified potential endocrine-disrupting FBAs and developed a workflow for prioritizing the risk of potential endocrine-disrupting compounds using in silico approaches.
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Aldana Moya, Daniela Tejedor, Mariana Manetti, Araceli Clavijo, Eduardo Pagano, Eliana Munarriz, Maria Florencia Kronberg
Summary: This study assessed the impact of exposure to five pesticides suspected of being endocrine disruptors on the reproductive development of the nematode Caenorhabditis elegans. The results showed that some of these pesticides may have estrogen-like endocrine disrupting activity, while others had lesser impact. This research contributes to the evaluation of environmental pollutants.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Tiago Gabriel Correia, Vanessa Aparecida Rocha Oliveira Vieira, Amanda de Moraes Narcizo, Ricardo Andrade Zampieri, Lucile Maria Floeter-Winter, Renata Guimaraes Moreira
Summary: This study found that after exposure to aluminum and manganese, female ray-finned teleost fish during the vitellogenic phase showed endocrine disruption and impaired reproductive capacity, with the presence of manganese exacerbating the accumulation of aluminum in gills.
COMPARATIVE BIOCHEMISTRY AND PHYSIOLOGY C-TOXICOLOGY & PHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
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Environmental Sciences
Niedson Correia de Lima Junior, Juliana Franco Camilo, Pamella Rodrigues do Carmo, Marcelle Novaes de Andrade, Bernardo Ferreira Braz, Ricardo Erthal Santelli, Lycia de Brito Gitirana, Andrea Claudia Freitas Ferreira, Denise Pires de Carvalho, Leandro Miranda-Alves, Glaecir Roseni Mundstock Dias
Summary: Subacute exposure to lead acetate disrupts thyroid gland function in both sexes, leading to changes in learning and memory abilities.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2021)
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Environmental Sciences
Ming Jia, Miaomiao Teng, Sinuo Tian, Jin Yan, Zhiyuan Meng, Sen Yan, Ruisheng Li, Zhiqiang Zhou, Wentao Zhu
Summary: The study found that long-term low-dose exposure to PEN did not significantly affect the growth and spawning of zebrafish, but led to significant changes in important hormones and related gene expressions in zebrafish.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Ying Zhang, Yaqi Jiao, Zixu Li, Yue Tao, Yang Yang
Summary: Phthalates are commonly used in plastic products and can enter the environment, leading to potential toxicity in aquatic animals. Exposure to Phthalates can activate detoxification and endocrine systems in aquatic animals, causing oxidative stress and metabolic disorders. In addition, combined pollution of Phthalates with other chemicals may result in altered toxicity effects in different directions.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Nolwenn Adam, Sakina Mhaouty-Kodja
Summary: Phthalates have been shown to have reproductive toxic effects in male rodents, and can also impact the female rodent brain. Research indicates that exposure to phthalates may affect behaviors in female rodents, highlighting the need for further investigation to assess the potential risks to human health.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
David A. Geier, Mark R. Geier
Summary: A study using NHANES data found that 82% of the tested individuals in the United States had detectable concentrations of glyphosate in their urine. There was a significant inverse correlation between glyphosate concentrations and total testosterone and total estradiol concentrations, but no correlation with sex hormone binding globulin concentrations.
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Environmental Sciences
Maria Florencia Ferreira, Fabiana L. Lo Nostro, Daniel A. Fernandez, Griselda Genovese
Summary: This study utilized gene expression analysis of Patagonotothen tessellata as a bioindicator species to demonstrate the impact of human activities in Ushuaia Bay and surrounding areas. Field surveys showed up-regulation of vtgAb and androgen receptors in fish from sites with higher anthropogenic influence.
MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zuzana Weiserova, Jana Blahova, Veronika Dobukova, Petr Marsalek, Nikola Hodkovicova, Jiri Lenz, Frantisek Tichy, Roman Franek, Martin Psenicka, Ales Franc, Zdenka Svobodova
Summary: This study investigated the comprehensive effects of 17 alpha-ethinylestradiol (EE2) in zebrafish, focusing on endocrine disruption, oxidative stress, and detoxification processes. Adult male triploid zebrafish were exposed to two concentrations of EE2 in their feed for six weeks. The high concentration of EE2 caused extensive mortality and significant changes in reproductive disorders, gonad histology, vitellogenin level, and selected gene expression. The environmentally relevant concentration of EE2 showed no significant differences in vitellogenin but did affect antioxidant and detoxifying enzymes. This is the first study to report the effects of subchronic oral exposure to EE2 in adult triploid zebrafish.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chao Xu, Honghong Gong, Lili Niu, Tianyang Li, Hangqin Guo, Chenjian Hu, Xiaohui Sun, Ling Li, Weiping Liu
Summary: In this study, the maternal transfer risk of uranium in zebrafish was evaluated. The results showed that uranium could transfer from the maternal fish to their offspring, leading to adverse effects on thyroid function, oxidative stress, and embryonic development.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2023)
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Biochemical Research Methods
Brett R. Blackwell, Gerald T. Ankley
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JOURNAL OF CHROMATOGRAPHY B-ANALYTICAL TECHNOLOGIES IN THE BIOMEDICAL AND LIFE SCIENCES
(2021)
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Immunology
Pablo Castejon, Isabel Cabas, Victoria Gomez, Elena Chaves-Pozo, Isabel Cerezo-Ortega, Miguel Angel Morinigo, Eduardo Martinez-Manzanares, Jorge Galindo-Villegas, Alfonsa Garcia-Ayala
Summary: Our study revealed the intrinsic relationship among estrogens, their associated receptors, and immunization in the ubiquitous fish immune regulation and the subtle but significant crosstalk with the gut endobolome.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2021)
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Environmental Sciences
Adrian P. Moore, Robert B. Bringolf
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2018)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Adrian P. Moore, Robert B. Bringolf
ARCHIVES OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION AND TOXICOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Ecology
Chiara Accolla, Maxime Vaugeois, Pamela Rueda-Cediel, Adrian Moore, Goncalo M. Marques, Purvaja Marella, Valery E. Forbes
ECOLOGICAL MODELLING
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sandy Raimondo, Amelie Schmolke, Nathan Pollesch, Chiara Accolla, Nika Galic, Adrian Moore, Maxime Vaugeois, Pamela Rueda-Cediel, Andrew Kanarek, Jill Awkerman, Valery Forbes
Summary: The research proposes a comprehensive guidance approach (Pop-GUIDE) to aid in the development of population models for ecological risk assessment, integrating a modeling framework and decision guide that consider trade-offs between the generality, realism, and precision of the assessment. This approach aims to assist model developers in creating models aligned with assessment objectives and available data, providing a stepwise process for consistency and transparency in the modeling process.
INTEGRATED ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Chiara Accolla, Maxime Vaugeois, Volker Grimm, Adrian P. Moore, Pamela Rueda-Cediel, Amelie Schmolke, Valery E. Forbes
Summary: Population models are valuable tools for ecological risk assessment, but confusion may exist in the selection of model types and key features. Depending on the assessment context, choosing the appropriate model type is crucial, and consideration should be given to how features are implemented.
INTEGRATED ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Adrian P. Moore, Nika Galic, Richard A. Brain, Daniel J. Hornbach, Valery E. Forbes
Summary: Freshwater mussels are critically endangered globally, with many species listed as threatened or endangered in the United States. This study aimed to categorize North American freshwater mussel species to aid in ecological risk assessment. Although data gaps exist for many species, previously described life-history categories were found to be robust.
AQUATIC CONSERVATION-MARINE AND FRESHWATER ECOSYSTEMS
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Attila Csaba Kondor, Anna Viktoria Vancsik, Laszlo Bauer, Lili Szabo, Zoltan Szalai, Gergely Jakab, Gabor Maasz, Marta Pedrosa, Maria Jose Sampaio, Ana Rita Lado Ribeiro
Summary: This review provides a critical overview of research on the removal efficiency of priority substances and compounds of emerging concern through bank filtration, discussing influencing factors and future challenges. The findings show that the efficiency of bank filtration is influenced by multiple factors and varies for different substances.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xinyan Wang, Shuai Zhang, Huihui Yan, Zhao Ma, Yunshan Zhang, Haining Luo, Xueli Yang
Summary: This study investigated the association between ambient PM2.5, O3 pollution, and ovarian reserve in reproductive-aged Chinese women. The results showed that increased exposure to PM2.5 and O3 was associated with decreased AMH levels, indicating reduced ovarian reserve. Notably, the effects of O3 exposure on ovarian reserve were different from those of PM2.5 exposure.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tingting Ma, Yanjuan Ding, Fengjiao Xu, Chen Zhang, Min Zhou, Ya Tang, Yanrong Chen, Yating Wen, Rufei Chen, Bin Tang, Shigui Wang
Summary: The dragonfly species Orthetrum albistylum can accumulate heavy metals, and its heat shock protein genes have the potential to serve as biomarkers for monitoring environmental pollutants.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Naoto Ishiwaka, Koya Hashimoto, Masayoshi K. Hiraiwa, Francisco Sanchez-Bayo, Taku Kadoya, Daisuke Hayasaka
Summary: Systemic insecticides and rising temperatures have combined effects on the abundance of Odonata nymphs in paddy fields. The standalone effect of insecticide exposure decreased the Odonata community, while nymphs decreased synergistically with temperature rise in paddy water. However, the impacts of each stressor alone varied among species.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marco Vecchiato, Carlo Barbante, Elena Barbaro, Francois Burgay, Warren R. L. Cairns, Alice Callegaro, David Cappelletti, Federico Dallo, Marianna D'Amico, Matteo Feltracco, Jean-Charles Gallet, Andrea Gambaro, Catherine Larose, Niccolo Maffezzoli, Mauro Mazzola, Ivan Sartorato, Federico Scoto, Clara Turetta, Massimiliano Varde, Zhiyong Xie, Andrea Spolaor
Summary: The Arctic region is facing contamination from long-range pollution and local human activities. Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) are used as environmental indicators for emission, transport, and deposition processes. Research conducted in the Arctic surface snow in Ny-Ålesund, Svalbard from October 2018 to May 2019 shows that long-range inputs of PAHs mainly occur in winter, while the most abundant analyte retene exhibits opposite seasonal trends.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Maoshui Zhuo, Zhijie Chen, Xiaoqing Liu, Wei Wei, Yansong Shen, Bing-Jie Ni
Summary: This paper discusses the application of three catalytic processes (photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, and biocatalysis) in the management of microplastic pollution, and introduces the efficiency and catalytic mechanisms of different catalysts. It also proposes the development prospects for sustainable management of microplastic pollution.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shiyu Chen, Zhenzhen Shi, Qiang Zhang
Summary: In this study, a human physiologically based pharmacokinetic (PBPK) model of diethyl phthalate (DEP) was developed to assess its toxicity. The model considers the distribution and metabolism of DEP and its active metabolite monoethyl phthalate (MEP) in different tissue compartments. Sensitivity analysis and Bayesian Markov chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) simulations were performed to evaluate the uncertainty and variability of the model parameters. The results suggest that dermal absorption is an important route of exposure to DEP in the environment.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bangguo Wang, Lijing Wang, Wenxi Cen, Tao Lyu, Peter Jarvis, Yang Zhang, Yuanxun Zhang, Yinghui Han, Lei Wang, Gang Pan, Kaili Zhang, Wei Fan
Summary: This study investigates the feasibility and mechanisms of a chemical-free nanobubble-based AOP for treating organic micropollutants in water. The results show that the oxygen nanobubble AOP has a significantly higher removal efficiency compared to air and nitrogen nanobubbles. The treatment performance is not affected by pH and the presence of ions. Higher initial concentrations of the micropollutant lead to slower treatment processes, but similar removal performance is achieved in the end. The presence of organic matter reduces the removal rate of the micropollutant. The results have practical feasibility for water and wastewater treatment.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yingmei Huang, Jicai Yi, Yao Huang, Songxiong Zhong, Bin Zhao, Jing Zhou, Yuxuan Wang, Yiwen Zhu, Yanhong Du, Fangbai Li
Summary: This study investigates the impact of biochar on methylmercury (MeHg) accumulation in rice. The results show that biochar reduces MeHg levels in paddy soils by decreasing bioavailable Hg and microbial Hg methylation. Additionally, biochar decreases the uptake and translocation of MeHg in rice plants, resulting in a reduction of MeHg accumulation in rice grains.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nengde Zeng, Fei Huang, Jiani Du, Chenghao Huang, Qian Yang, Xinhua Zhan, Baoshan Xing
Summary: This study investigates the protein targets and protein-ligand interactions related to PAH contamination in crop xylem sap using computational tools. The results show that phenanthrene has a more pronounced effect on the xylem sap proteins of maize and wheat, with maize DEPs associated with lipid biosynthesis and wheat DEPs exhibiting an increase in ABC transporters. This study provides insights into the regulation and movement of PAHs within plant xylem.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xinwei Chen, Hao Ma, Run Wang, Man Wang, Binbin Zhu, Yanqing Cong, Xiayue Zhu, Guoqin Wang, Yi Zhang
Summary: Co3O4/TiO2-NRs electrodes with excellent photoresponse were prepared via plasma-assisted modification of Co3O4 on TiO2. The combination of Co3O4 and TiO2 improved the light utilization efficiency and showed potential for degradation of pollutants.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Wenjing Ji, Liying Song, Jing Wang, Hongqing Song
Summary: This study conducted a life-cycle assessment to examine the correlation between natural gas consumption and carbon emissions in different end uses in China. The results showed that both natural gas consumption and life-cycle carbon emissions have been increasing since 2017. Significant variations in NG life-cycle carbon emissions were found across different provinces and sectors, highlighting the need for targeted efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Youyi Chen, Boxuan Zhang, Pojun Zhang, Guogui Shi, Hao Liang, Wu Cai, Jingyu Gao, Sumin Zhuang, Kaiyin Luo, Jiaqi Zhu, Chaoxiang Chen, Kunyu Ma, Jinrong Chen, Chun Hu, Xueci Xing
Summary: The synergistic effects of trace sulfadiazine and cast-iron corrosion scales on the formation of disinfection by-products in drinking water distribution systems were investigated. The presence of magnetite resulted in increased concentrations of DBPs due to the higher microbial activity and enhanced microbial extracellular electron transport pathway. The study highlights the importance of considering trace antibiotics pollution and corrosion scales in water sources for DBP control.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Bishwa Raj Pokharel, Vijay Sheri, Manoj Kumar, Zhiyong Zhang, Baohong Zhang
Summary: This review summarizes the interactions, uptake, and transport of aluminum nanoparticles (Al-NPs) in plants, highlighting their negative effects on plant growth and development, as well as their potential to alter plant defense systems and gene expression.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yonglu Wang, Fengsong Zhang, Xiaoyong Liao, Xiao Yang, Guixiang Zhang, Liyun Zhang, Chaojun Wei, Pengge Shi, Jiongxin Wen, Xiaorong Ju, Can Xu, Yang Liu, Ying Lan
Summary: This study aims to explore the effects of thiencarbazone-methyl center dot isoxaflutole on soil microflora and the potential mitigation mechanisms to bacterial communities. It was found that increasing the application of thiencarbazone-methyl center dot isoxaflutole resulted in increased stress on soil bacterial community structure and diversity. Increasing soil pH was recognized as a key factor in improving the diversity and structure of soil microflora. Supplemental use of nitrapyrin or modified attapulgite can increase soil pH and improve bacterial diversity.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)