Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Eun-Jin Ahn, Hyun Jin Min
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the associations between individual meteorological factors and air pollutants and epistaxis by age, revealing different associations among different age groups.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Ana Rita Pereira, Manuel Simoes, Ines B. Gomes
Summary: Among emerging pollutants, parabens have gained attention due to their widespread presence in water sources globally. They are commonly used in personal care products, pharmaceuticals, and food, resulting in residues that are released into aquatic environments. The varying regulations on paraben use across different regions have led to diverse concentrations being observed worldwide. Although paraben concentrations in drinking water are typically low, their presence raises concerns for human health and environmental microbiota. The effects of paraben exposure on microbial communities, particularly biofilm colonizers, remain understudied.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zahra Maleki, Jafar Hassanzadeh, Fabiola Mendez-Arriaga, Haleh Ghaem
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the association between environmental risk factors and the incidence of thyroid cancer worldwide. The results showed that air pollution and particulate matter and O-3 pollution from solid fuels are risk factors for thyroid cancer.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Dixita Phukan, Vipin Kumar
Summary: Pharmaceuticals have become a major concern due to their persistence and accumulation in the environment, with limited studies on their toxicity and effects on flora and fauna. Current wastewater and water treatment processes are inefficient, lacking guidelines. Sustainable methods for pharmaceutical removal and remediation are in demand, as they are cost-effective and produce fewer toxic by-products. This paper highlights the concerns of pharmaceutical contaminants in water, commonly found drugs in rivers, their effects on aquatic flora and fauna, and emphasizes sustainable processes for their removal.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Maneeshin Y. Rajapakse, Eva Borras, Alexander G. Fung, Danny Yeap, Mitchell M. McCartney, Fauna M. Fabia, Nicholas J. Kenyon, Cristina E. Davis
Summary: This study utilized a micro fabricated chip-based wearable air sampler to monitor the exposure of volatile chemicals on six teenagers during routine daily activities. The results indicated potential occupational hazards for certain participants, especially those involved in industries directly handling petroleum products.
Review
Environmental Sciences
K. Nirmala, Gayathri Rangasamy, M. Ramya, V. Uma Shankar, G. Rajesh
Summary: Plastic pollution is a growing concern as plastic particles are found in the atmosphere, land, and water due to various pathways. Recent research has shown that plastic particles are present everywhere, from the Arctic to the Antarctic. The ingestion of plastic by all living organisms is natural given the widespread microplastic pollution in the environment. The accumulation of microplastics poses a threat to living beings, and its consequences are still being studied. This review highlights the research conducted by scientists on microplastics in different drinking water sources, emphasizing the need for a uniform protocol for analyzing microplastics quantitatively and qualitatively. It is crucial to address and expand research on microplastic pollution as an ongoing environmental concern.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hevna Dhulkifle, Abdelali Agouni, Asad Zeidan, Mohammed Saif Al-Kuwari, Aijaz Parray, Mohamed Tolefat, Hesham M. Korashy
Summary: The prevalence of Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has increased exponentially in recent decades, with traditional risk factors accounting for only a small percentage of cases. Recent research has focused on factors beyond conventional risk factors, such as environmental pollution.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Marco Gabrielli, Zihan Dai, Vincent Delafont, Peer H. A. Timmers, Paul W. J. J. Van der Wielen, Manuela Antonelli, Ameet J. Pinto
Summary: The biogeography of eukaryotes in drinking water systems is poorly understood. This study explored the factors affecting the abundance and diversity of eukaryotic communities in drinking water distribution systems (DWDSs) using metagenomic analysis. The results showed that disinfection strategies, climate conditions, and source water types influenced the presence and abundance of eukaryotes in DWDSs.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yifei Han, Jinliang Huang, Rendong Li, Qihui Shao, Dongfeng Han, Xiyue Luo, Juan Qiu
Summary: This study investigates the early-stage transmission of COVID-19 in China and provides valuable guidance for prevention in other countries and regions. The analysis reveals that COVID-19 is more likely to occur in prosperous cities close to the epicenter and at higher altitudes. Extreme weather and high minimum relative humidity contribute to a higher occurrence rate. Most air pollutants increase the risk of COVID-19, except NO2 and O3, and there is a lag effect of 6-7 days. Non-pharmaceutical interventions show apparent effects only after two weeks.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Subhajit Dutta, Roberto Fernandez de Luis, Joanna Goscianska, Aude Demessence, Romy Ettlinger, Stefan Wuttke
Summary: With the rapid industrialization and increasing global population, the freshwater crisis is becoming more severe worldwide. Utilizing sea-water as the freshwater source through desalination technologies is the most reliable and promising solution. Among them, membrane-based desalination method using metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) is highly efficient, easy to operate, and low in energy consumption. This review provides a systematic summary of recent progress and development in MOF-materials for desalination, including advanced fabrication strategies, various desalination processes, and the challenges and opportunities for real-world implementation.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Rafael Trevisan, Prabha Ranasinghe, Nishad Jayasundara, Richard T. Di Giulio
Summary: Plastic waste poses a threat to the environment and human health. Nanoplastics, due to their small size, are more easily absorbed and transferred within organisms compared to larger particles. This review discusses the toxicity of nanoplastics to aquatic species and explores the interactive effects with environmental mixtures and stressors. Factors such as temperature, salinity, pH, organic matter, and food availability are also considered in assessing nanoplastic toxicity.
Article
Psychology, Developmental
Cindy Pham, Christos Symeonides, Martin O'Hely, Peter D. Sly, Luke D. Knibbs, Sarah Thomson, Peter Vuillermin, Richard Saffery, Anne-Louise Ponsonby
Summary: Mounting evidence suggests that early life environmental factors increase the likelihood of autism spectrum disorder. This study found that autism spectrum disorder symptoms at the age of 2 strongly predicted diagnosis by the age of 4. Factors such as lower household income, lone parental status, younger maternal age, maternal pre-pregnancy body mass index, higher gestational weight gain, prenatal maternal stress, prenatal alcohol, environmental air pollutant exposures, secondhand tobacco smoke exposure, dampness/mould, and home heating with oil, kerosene or diesel heaters were associated with autism spectrum disorder symptoms.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Chunhong Shi, Xiaochen Wang, Shuo Zhou, Xiangmeng Zuo, Cheng Wang
Summary: This paper reviews the potential of steel slag as a low-cost adsorbent for removing pollutants in water. The results demonstrate that steel slag can effectively remove inorganic nonmetallic ions, heavy metal ions, organic dyes, and other pollutants from wastewater. The effects of modified steel slag and reconstituted steel slag were also explored.
JOURNAL OF WATER PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2022)
Review
Toxicology
Massimiliano Peana, Serenella Medici, Maryam Dadar, Maria Antonietta Zoroddu, Alessio Pelucelli, Christos T. Chasapis, Geir Bjorklund
Summary: The relatively widespread presence of environmental barium is raising public awareness due to its potential health effects. Barium accumulation mainly occurs through workplace exposure, drinking contaminated water, and dietary intake from plant foods. Further research is needed to better understand the global intake of barium and its health implications.
ARCHIVES OF TOXICOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Water Resources
Mehreen Ahmed, Rafia Mumtaz, Zahid Anwar, Syed Mohammad Hassan Zaidi
Summary: Due to urbanization, water contamination has become a problem. Physicochemical parameters are insufficient for water quality monitoring, necessitating consideration of natural factors and latest technology. This study investigates Rawal watershed using physicochemical, air pollutants, and meteorological variables. The results show correlations and regression analysis between air pollutants, meteorological parameters, and water quality.
JOURNAL OF WATER AND CLIMATE CHANGE
(2023)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Gaurav Kaushik, Michael A. Thomas, Ken A. Aho
BMC BIOINFORMATICS
(2015)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Gaurav Kaushik, David P. Huber, Ken Aho, Bruce Finney, Shawn Bearden, Konstantinos S. Zarbalis, Michael A. Thomas
BIOCHEMICAL AND BIOPHYSICAL RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2016)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Gaurav Kaushik, Yu Xia, Luobin Yang, Michael A. Thomas
Article
Neurosciences
Gaurav Kaushik, Yu Xia, Jean C. Pfau, Michael A. Thomas
NEUROSCIENCE LETTERS
(2017)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Michael A. Thomas, Luobin Yang, Barbara J. Carter, Rebecca D. Klaper
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Michael A. Thomas, Parag P. Joshi, Rebecca D. Klaper
COMPARATIVE BIOCHEMISTRY AND PHYSIOLOGY C-TOXICOLOGY & PHARMACOLOGY
(2012)
Article
Computer Science, Hardware & Architecture
Luobin Yang, Steve C. Chiu, Wei-Keng Liao, Michael A. Thomas
JOURNAL OF SUPERCOMPUTING
(2014)
Editorial Material
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Michael A. Thomas, Gary W. Roemer, C. Josh Donlan, Brett G. Dickson, Marjorie Matocq, Jason Malaney
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Peter Hallock, Michael A. Thomas
OMICS-A JOURNAL OF INTEGRATIVE BIOLOGY
(2012)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Michael A. Thomas, Rebecca D. Klaper
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Gaurav Kaushik, Michael A. Thomas
SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY AND PHARMACY
(2019)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Cheng-Han Chung, Michael H. Walter, Luobin Yang, Shu-Chuan (Grace) Chen, Vern Winston, Michael A. Thomas
Meeting Abstract
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tyler Hemphill, Verona Nicolae, Alicia Latta, Stephen Robertson, Russ Manteca, Cecelia Pena, Joshua Pak, Michael Thomas, Jerry Harris
ABSTRACTS OF PAPERS OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2017)
Meeting Abstract
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Doug R. Walker, Kevin Nielson, John Gilmer, Joshua J. Pak, Jean Pfau, Michael Thomas
ABSTRACTS OF PAPERS OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2014)