Article
Agronomy
Zita Bednar, Anna Vaupel, Simon Bluemel, Nadine Herwig, Bernd Hommel, Verena Haberlah-Korr, Lukas Beule
Summary: Flower strip mixtures with different plant species and durations have varying effects on soil biodiversity and microbial communities. Perennial flower strip mixtures can increase earthworm and soil microbial abundance and diversity, while annual flower strips have limited effects. In addition, non-tilled planting methods are beneficial for the diversity and relative abundance of soil fungi.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Brian J. Tornabene, Kelly L. Smalling, Carrie E. Givens, Emily B. Oja, Blake R. Hossack
Summary: To understand the ecological effects of contamination events, it is important to study the influence of wastewaters on microbial communities in wetland ecosystems. In this study, we investigated the effects of chloride contamination on water, sediment, and amphibian skin microbiomes in the Prairie Pothole Region. The results showed that wastewaters increased dissimilarity within microbial communities but did not affect their diversity or richness. Species identity was the strongest predictor of amphibian microbiomes.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Christine M. Cornish, Peter Bergholz, Kaycie Schmidt, Jon Sweetman
Summary: In this study, a microcosm experiment was conducted to examine the effects of glyphosate on benthic sediment microbial communities. The results showed that there were no significant differences in microbial community composition after glyphosate treatments, indicating a potential tolerance of microbial species to glyphosate exposure in the Prairie Pothole Region of North America.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lea Lorrain-Soligon, Frederic Robin, Pierre Rousseau, Marko Jankovic, Francois Brischoux
Summary: The rise in sea-level and increase in extreme weather events are expected to impact coastal areas, with site-specific topographical features potentially buffering detrimental effects. Differences in topography induced varying responses to marine submersion in two neighboring coastal wetlands, influencing salinization dynamics and wildlife outcomes. Management of landscapes post-submersion may be critical for successful recovery of wildlife.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Soil Science
Hayley Craig, Rachael E. Antwis, Irene Cordero, Deborah Ashworth, Clare H. Robinson, Todd Z. Osborne, Richard D. Bardgett, Jennifer K. Rowntree, Lorae T. Simpson
Summary: Nitrogen addition leads to significant changes in the structure and diversity of mangrove soil bacterial communities, as well as impacting microbial biomass and activity. Changes in nitrogen levels may alter the activity of enzymes involved in carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus cycling, and increase the microbial metabolic quotient. These findings suggest potential implications for microbial communities and carbon and nutrient cycling in mangrove environments.
SOIL BIOLOGY & BIOCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Feng Li, Huiju Li, Huihui Su, Wei Du, Zhongyan Gao, Huajun Liu, Hong Liang, Dawen Gao
Summary: The increase in temperature caused by global climate change has promoted wetland salinization. Salinity inhibits CH4 emissions, but its effects vary in different habitat soils. Salinity decreases the relative abundance of methanogenic archaea and changes their community structure. Additionally, salinity alters soil pH, dissolved organic carbon, and ammonium concentrations, which are significantly correlated with methanogenic archaea.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gabriel Nuto Nobrega, Pedro Avelino Maia de Andrade, Hermano Melo Queiroz, Arthur Prudencio de Araujo Pereira, Margareth da Silva Copertino, Daniel Gorman, Wen Zhuang, Jinming Song, Fernando Dini Andreote, Xose Luis Otero, Tiago Osorio Ferreira
Summary: This study evaluates the variability of soil biogeochemical processes in seagrass meadows along the Brazilian coast and its impact on archaea and bacteria communities. The results show that plants significantly influence the geochemical and microbiological communities of the soil, leading to different soil conditions and microbial communities.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Soil Science
Arlete S. Barneze, Jan Willem van Groenigen, Laurent Philippot, David Bru, Diego Abalos, Gerlinde B. De Deyn
Summary: The effect of plant communities on nitrogen cycling and N2O fluxes under flooding conditions was investigated. Mixing grasses with legumes reduced nitrogen losses and enhanced plant nitrogen uptake in flooded conditions. However, the presence of legumes increased N2O fluxes due to increased soil nitrate availability.
SOIL BIOLOGY & BIOCHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Qingyun Ma, Qingqing Li, Jie Wang, Rebecca E. Parales, Lin Li, Zhiyong Ruan
Summary: The effects of herbicide mixtures on microbial community structure and function were investigated. It was found that herbicide mixtures have a prolonged half-life compared to single herbicides. The rhizosphere showed a stronger response to herbicide stress, with an increase in fungal community richness and alterations in key functional microbial populations. Additionally, herbicide mixtures reduced the complexity and stability of the bacterial network but increased interspecific cooperations of the fungal community.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tao Ya, Shuai Du, Zhenyang Li, Shidi Liu, Minghan Zhu, Xiaojing Liu, Zibo Jing, Reti Hai, Xiaohui Wang
Summary: The study found that high salinity inhibits the performance of anammox, but under low salinity conditions, microbial networks become closer and more complex, serving as a survival strategy. Microbial taxa such as Planctomycetes and Candidatus Kuenenia show increased competitive relationships under 30 g/L NaCl, which may contribute to the deterioration of nitrogen removal. However, the microbial community network tends to gradually adapt to elevated salinity, indicating a potential for resilience.
Article
Ecology
Alfred Burian, Daisy Pinn, Ignacio Peralta-Maraver, Michael Sweet, Quentin Mauvisseau, Ozge Eyice, Mark Bulling, Till Roethig, Pavel Kratina
Summary: Experimental manipulation of protozoan predation pressure in activated sludge communities had strong and positive effects on bacterial diversity components, with responses leveling off at higher predation pressure levels. While predator intensity positively impacted taxa richness, predator diversity had mixed effects on bacterial diversity. Reduction in top-down control by predators negatively affected taxa associated with treatment efficiency, particularly nitrogen removal. The study highlights distinct mechanisms linking protozoan predation with bacterial diversity and community composition in activated sludge communities.
Article
Ecology
Alex Whittle, Robert L. Barnett, Dan J. Charman, Angela Gallego-Sala
Summary: The salinisation of coastal ecosystems is ongoing and expected to continue due to climate change effects. Despite the importance of soil microbes for ecosystem functioning, their response to increased salinity in coastal environments is not well understood. Our research demonstrates a decline in the productivity of a key microbial group with rising coastal salinity, indicating early warning signs of coastal salinisation and potential impacts on soil and ecosystem function.
Article
Soil Science
Lenka Nemcova, Lukas Bystriansky, Martina Hujslova, Hana Auer Malinska, Hana Hrselova, Milan Gryndler
Summary: The microbial community of soil can be divided into planktonic organisms and biofilm communities. Biofilm communities are crucial for decomposition of plant litter and soil organic matter. However, the composition of soil biofilm communities is not well studied due to methodological challenges.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biology
Cameron Wagg, Yann Hautier, Sarah Pellkofer, Samiran Banerjee, Bernhard Schmid, Marcel G. A. van der Heijden
Summary: Both theoretical and empirical research have shown the importance of biodiversity for stabilizing ecosystem functions over time. Experimental results indicate that microbial diversity plays a crucial role in enhancing the temporal stability of ecosystem functions, with asynchrony among microbial taxa serving as a key mechanism for the stabilizing effect of soil biodiversity.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mengqi Li, Jian Zhang, Shuang Liang, Ming Li, Haiming Wu
Summary: This study found that introducing a magnetic field into vertical flow constructed wetlands significantly enhanced the removal of organic compounds and nitrogen. It also had no severe impact on wetland plants but significantly altered the microbial community.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marta Cunha, Monica G. Silva, Lucia De Marchi, Rui G. Morgado, Valdemar I. Esteves, Valentina Meucci, Federica Battaglia, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Carlo Pretti, Rosa Freitas
Summary: This study evaluated the toxicity of a mixture of 17 alpha-ethinylestradiol (EE2) and salicylic acid (SA) on mussels and measured the effects at the cellular level. The results revealed that the combined effect of EE2 and SA caused the highest metabolic capacity, antioxidant activation, and cellular damage in the organisms.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Madalena Andrade, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Montserrat Sole, Eduarda Pereira, Rosa Freitas
Summary: The production of e-waste is increasing globally, posing a threat to aquatic environments due to the presence of nonbiodegradable components. A study investigated the biological effects of anthropogenic yttrium (Y) exposure in Mytilus galloprovincialis. The results showed that tissue Y content increased with exposure concentration, but at the highest dosage, the mussels reduced their biotransformation activities without cellular damage. The findings highlight the potential environmental concern of low anthropogenic Y concentrations on organisms' biochemical performance.
ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Aria Ashja Ardalan, Simao Correia, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Rosa Freitas, Luisa Magalhaes
Summary: Biotic and abiotic factors play important roles in parasite communities. Host density affects parasite transmission, while high host density can also reduce individual burden. This study investigated the effects of cockle density and environmental factors on the structure of free-living and parasitic communities. Analysis showed differences in benthic community composition and abundance based on sampling site and environmental factors. Different trematode species infected the cockles, with environmental factors influencing parasite community composition.
ESTUARINE COASTAL AND SHELF SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Helena Barbosa, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Eduarda Pereira, Rosa Freitas
Summary: The global Lithium (Li) industry has rapidly expanded in recent decades, and future projections indicate further growth in its production. Li has been identified as an emerging pollutant in aquatic environments, but there is limited understanding of its implications in marine and coastal ecosystems. This review aims to bridge these knowledge gaps by examining the literature on Li occurrence and its effects on marine and coastal ecosystems. The findings highlight concerns about Li pollution and the urgent need for new solutions to meet sustainable development goals.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Antonieta Gabriel, Catia Venancio, Jose Paulo Sousa, Sara Leston, Fernando Ramos, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Isabel Lopes
Summary: Intensive agriculture and the use of agrochemicals have negative impacts on soil fertility, erosion, and acidity. Liming is a common practice in agriculture to increase soil fertility and nutrient availability by managing soil pH. However, the influence of soil pH on the toxicity of agrochemicals remains species-dependent and not consistent.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Daniel Santos, Carla Leite, Joao Pinto, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Eduarda Pereira, Rosa Freitas
Summary: Marine ecosystems are being negatively affected by the rising temperatures caused by climate change. In addition, the emerging pollutant lithium has also become a major concern. This study aimed to assess the impact of different temperature scenarios on the response of Mytilus galloprovincialis to lithium. The results indicate that mussels accumulated lithium regardless of temperature scenario, and the combination of a marine heatwave and lithium had the most negative effects on the species.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Joao A. Rodrigues, Monica Silva, Rita Araujo, Leonor Madureira, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Rosa Freitas, Ana M. Gila
Summary: Untargeted Nuclear Magnetic Resonance metabolomics was used to study the effects of warming and exposure to EE2 on the metabolome of Ruditapes philippinarum clams. The results identified metabolic markers for monitoring and predicting deviant environmental conditions. Warming alone triggered changes in various metabolic pathways, while EE2 exposure caused significant metabolic disturbances. These findings help understand clams' response to temperature rise and EE2 exposure and can guide future prediction of environmental damaging effects.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Antonieta Gabriel, Catia Venancio, Jose Paulo Sousa, Sara Leston, Fernando Ramos, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Isabel Lopes
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the influence of soil pH on the toxicity of eluates obtained from Basamid (R) contaminated soils to three aquatic species. The results showed that higher soil alkalinity decreased mortality of H. viridissima, while it had similar lethal ecotoxicity on X. laevis and D. rerio across different soil pH levels. H. viridissima exhibited the highest tolerance to Basamid (R) eluates, and soil pH was a major factor in determining the fumigant toxicity.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Vitoria Pereira, Silvia F. S. Pires, Andreia C. M. Rodrigues, Pearl Ofoegbu, Pedro Bem-Haja, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Luis E. C. Conceicao, Rui J. M. Rocha, Mario Pacheco
Summary: Bivalve shellfish aquaculture is a sustainable and nutritious way to feed the growing global population. Microencapsulation technology has the potential to improve bivalve nutrition and enhance production quality. This study evaluated the food intake of five valuable bivalve species using algae-based microencapsulated diets, and found that all the tested diets were easily ingested, with some differences among species. This research contributes to the optimization of bivalve feed and the improvement of the final product.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Fabianne Ribeiro, Maria D. Pavlaki, Susana Loureiro, Renato Almeida Sarmento, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Paula S. Tourinho
Summary: Nano- and microplastic fragments (NMPs) are widely present in various environmental compartments and can interact with other environmental contaminants in freshwater ecosystems. They can translocate and be absorbed by freshwater organisms, potentially affecting the bioaccumulation of environmental contaminants. This review focuses on the influence of NMPs on bioaccumulation in freshwater organisms and discusses the findings of 46 papers, identifying knowledge gaps and future research directions.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Diogo N. Cardoso, Ana Rita R. Silva, Rui G. Morgado, Amid Mostafaie, Andreia Pereira, Jose Pinto, Iva G. Lopes, Daniel Murta, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Bryan W. Brooks, Susana Loureiro
Summary: Sustainability, circularity, and Zero Waste policies are important concepts for policy development and strategies. Insects can play a crucial role in converting waste into valuable materials and have potential as food products. This study investigated the bioaccumulation kinetics of mercury in two insect species, Tenebrio molitor and Hermetia illucens. The results showed that both insects can regulate mercury effectively and eliminate it quickly after being transferred to clean substrates. These findings provide important information for insect producers regarding product safety and the depuration time required for processing and commercialization.
ACS FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ana Rita R. Silva, Patricia V. Silva, Ana Raquel Soares, M. Nazaret Gonzalez-Alcaraz, Cornelis A. M. van Gestel, Dick Roelofs, Gabriela Moura, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Susana Loureiro
Summary: The global population growth leads to increased demand for food and the use of pesticides. Persistent pesticide contamination, such as carbendazim, remains a pressing environmental concern with potential long-term impacts on aquatic ecosystems. This study exposed Daphnia magna to carbendazim and found changes in gene transcription and reproductive impairment. However, after 12 generations, the daphnids showed some level of acclimation.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Fatima C. F. Santos, Rudo A. Verweij, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Janeck J. Scott-Fordsmand, Cornelis A. M. van Gestel, Monica J. B. Amorim
Summary: This study assessed the multigenerational effects of silver nanomaterials (Ag NM300K) and silver salt (AgNO3) on soil invertebrates. The results showed that both forms of silver caused a decrease in reproduction, and silver uptake decreased over time. After reaching a certain concentration, detoxification mechanisms seemed to be activated, leading to a decrease in reproductive output. Transfer to clean soil allowed for complete elimination of silver from the animals.
NANOSCALE ADVANCES
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Silvia F. S. Pires, Ines Vital, Vitoria Pereira, Henriques Bustani, Claudia Aragao, Sofia Engrola, Miguel Cabano, Jorge Dias, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Andreia C. M. Rodrigues, Rui J. M. Rocha
Summary: Community-based aquaculture can contribute to sustainable development by reducing dependence on natural resources, promoting biodiversity conservation, and improving local economies and food security. Using locally produced ingredients for fish feed can lower costs and increase the efficiency of aquaculture.
JOURNAL OF THE WORLD AQUACULTURE SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Madalena Andrade, Amadeu M. V. M. Soares, Montserrat Sole, Eduarda Pereira, Rosa Freitas
Summary: Electrical and electronic waste is being disposed of at a high rate, raising concerns about environmental impact. This study aimed to evaluate the toxicity of the rare-earth element gadolinium (Gd) under increased temperature conditions in mussels. The results showed that temperature significantly influenced Gd bioaccumulation, and mussels exposed to Gd reduced their metabolism to prevent further accumulation.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Toshimi Nakajima, Mao Kuragano, Makoto Yamada, Ryo Sugimoto
Summary: This study compared the contribution of submarine groundwater discharge (SGD) to river nutrient budgets at nearshore and embayment scales, and found that SGD-derived nutrients become more important at larger spatial scales.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fan Liu, Lei Zhang, Chongyang Zhang, Ziguang Chen, Jingguang Li
Summary: NO2 emissions from wall-mounted gas stoves used for household heating have become a significant source of indoor pollution in Chinese urban areas. The high indoor concentration of NO2 poses potential health risks to residents. It is urgently necessary to establish relevant regulations and implement emission reduction technologies to reduce NO2 emissions from wall-mounted gas stoves.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Letter
Environmental Sciences
Hans Peter H. Arp, Raoul Wolf, Sarah E. Hale, Sivani Baskaran, Juliane Gluege, Martin Scheringer, Xenia Trier, Ian T. Cousins, Harrie Timmer, Roberta Hofman-Caris, Anna Lennquist, Andre D. Bannink, Gerard J. Stroomberg, Rosa M. A. Sjerps, Rosa Montes, Rosario Rodil, Jose Benito Quintana, Daniel Zahn, Herve Gallard, Tobias Mohr, Ivo Schliebner, Michael Neumann
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Philomina Onyedikachi Peter, Binessi Edouard Ifon, Francois Nkinahamira, Kayode Hassan Lasisi, Jiangwei Li, Anyi Hu, Chang-Ping Yu
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between dissolved organic matter (DOM) and Rare Earth Elements (REEs) in sediments from Yundang Lagoon, China. The results show four distinct fluorescent components, with protein-like substances being the most prevalent. Additionally, the total fluorescence intensity and LREE concentrations exhibit a synchronized increase from Outer to Inner to Songbai Lake core sediments. The findings demonstrate a strong correlation between DOM content and pollution levels.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Surya Gupta, Pasquale Borrelli, Panos Panagos, Christine Alewell
Summary: The objective of this study is to incorporate soil hydraulic properties into the erodibility factor (K) of USLE-type models. By modifying and improving the existing equations for soil texture and permeability, the study successfully included information on saturated hydraulic conductivity (Ksat) into the calculation of K factor. Using the Random Forest machine learning algorithm, two independent K factor maps with different spatial resolutions were generated. The results show that the decrease in K factor values has a positive impact on the modeling of soil erosion rates.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jesmin Akter, Wendy J. M. Smith, Yawen Liu, Ilho Kim, Stuart L. Simpson, Phong Thai, Asja Korajkic, Warish Ahmed
Summary: The choice of workflow in wastewater surveillance has a significant impact on SARS-CoV-2 concentrations, while having minimal effects on HF183 and no effect on HAdV 40/41 concentrations. Certain components in the workflow can be interchangeable, but factors such as buffer type, chloroform, and homogenization speed can affect the recovery of viruses and bacteria.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yu Luo, Xueting Yang, Diwei Wang, Hongmei Xu, Hongai Zhang, Shasha Huang, Qiyuan Wang, Ningning Zhang, Junji Cao, Zhenxing Shen
Summary: Atmospheric PM2.5, which can generate reactive oxygen species (ROS), is associated with cardiorespiratory morbidity and mortality. The study found that both the mass concentration of PM2.5 and the DTT activity were higher during the heating season than during the nonheating season. Combustion sources were the primary contributors to DTT activity during the heating season, while secondary formation dominated during the nonheating season. The study also revealed that biomass burning had the highest inherent oxidation potential among all sources investigated.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Erin L. Murphy, Leah R. Gerber, Chelsea M. Rochman, Beth Polidoro
Summary: Plastic pollution has devastating consequences for marine organisms. This study uses a trait-based framework to develop a vulnerability index for marine mammals, seabirds, and sea turtles in Hawai'i. The index ranks 63 study species based on their vulnerability to macroplastic pollution, providing valuable information for species monitoring and management priorities.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kenji Maurice, Amelia Bourceret, Sami Youssef, Stephane Boivin, Liam Laurent-Webb, Coraline Damasio, Hassan Boukcim, Marc-Andre Selosse, Marc Ducousso
Summary: Growing pressure from climate change and agricultural land use is destabilizing soil microbial community interactions. Little is known about microbial community resistance and adaptation to disturbances, hindering our understanding of recovery latency and implications for ecosystem functioning. This study found that anthropic disturbance and natural disturbance have different effects on the topology and stability of soil microbial networks.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yunhao Li, Yali Feng, Haoran Li, Yisong Yao, Chenglong Xu, Jinrong Ju, Ruiyu Ma, Haoyu Wang, Shiwei Jiang
Summary: Deep-sea mining poses a serious threat to marine ecosystems and human health by disturbing sediment and transmitting metal ions through the food chain. This study developed a new regenerative adsorption material, OMN@SA, which effectively removes metal ions. The adsorption mechanism and performance of the material for metal ion fixation were investigated.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Antonio Medici, Margherita Lavorgna, Marina Isidori, Chiara Russo, Elena Orlo, Giovanni Luongo, Giovanni Di Fabio, Armando Zarrelli
Summary: Valsartan, a widely used antihypertensive drug, has been detected in high concentrations in surface waters due to its unchanged excretion and incomplete degradation in wastewater treatment plants. This study investigated the degradation of valsartan and identified 14 degradation byproducts. The acute and chronic toxicity of these byproducts were evaluated in key organisms in the freshwater trophic chain.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jiang Lin, Lianbao Chi, Qing Yuan, Busu Li, Mingbao Feng
Summary: This study investigated the photodegradation behavior and product formation of two representative pharmaceuticals in simulated estuary water. The study found that the formed transformation products of these pharmaceuticals have potential toxicity on marine organisms, including oxidative stress and damage to cellular components.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hua Fang, Dongdong Jiang, Ye He, Siyi Wu, Yuehong Li, Ziqi Zhang, Haoting Chen, Zixin Zheng, Yan Sun, Wenxiang Wang
Summary: This study revealed that exposure to lower levels of air pollutants led to decreased pregnancy rates, with PM10, NO2, SO2, and CO emerging as the four most prominent pollutants. Individuals aged 35 and above exhibited heightened susceptibility to pollutants.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ali Shaan Manzoor Ghumman, Rashid Shamsuddin, Amin Abbasi, Mohaira Ahmad, Yoshiaki Yoshida, Abdul Sami, Hamad Almohamadi
Summary: In this study, inverse vulcanized polysulfides (IVP) were synthesized by reacting molten sulfur with 4-vinyl benzyl chloride, and then functionalized using N-methyl D-glucamine (NMDG). The functionalized IVP showed a high mercury adsorption capacity and a machine learning model was developed to predict the amount of mercury removed. Furthermore, the functionalized IVP can be regenerated and reused, providing a sustainable and cost-effective adsorbent.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rita Bonfiglio, Renata Sisto, Stefano Casciardi, Valeria Palumbo, Maria Paola Scioli, Erica Giacobbi, Francesca Servadei, Gerry Melino, Alessandro Mauriello, Manuel Scimeca
Summary: This study investigated the presence of aluminum in human colon cancer samples and its potential association with biological processes involved in cancer progression. Aluminum was found in tumor areas of 24% of patients and was associated with epithelial to mesenchymal transition (EMT) and cell death. Additional analyses revealed higher tumor mutational burden and mutations in genes related to EMT and apoptosis in aluminum-positive colon cancers. Understanding the molecular mechanisms of aluminum toxicity may improve strategies for the management of colon cancer patients.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)