Article
Environmental Sciences
Nuria Guil-Oumrait, Damaskini Valvi, Raquel Garcia-Esteban, Monica Guxens, Jordi Sunyer, Maties Torrent, Maribel Casas, Martine Vrijheid
Summary: This study found that prenatal exposure to persistent organic pollutants may have lasting effects on child BMI into adolescence, and exposure to certain pollutants during pregnancy may be associated with major risk factors for adult CM syndrome.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Seo Young Jang, Youngae Jung, Duk-Hee Lee, Geum-Sook Hwang
Summary: Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) accumulated in the body may be associated with the incidence of certain diseases. This study investigated the association between the concentration of POPs and circulating metabolites in human blood samples. The findings suggest that metabolites related to short-chain fatty acids and creatine can be useful risk indicators for estimating the effect of PCB exposure.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Phoebe J. Lewis, Anna Lashko, Andre Chiaradia, Graeme Allinson, Jeff Shimeta, Louise Emmerson
Summary: Reports on levels of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in Antarctic seabirds based on blood are scarce. This paper fills a significant data gap in the Antarctic region by presenting levels of legacy POPs and novel brominated flame retardants in the blood of Antarctic seabird species. The results show that legacy POPs are still present in Antarctic wildlife despite long-term bans, and trace levels of new POPs were also detected.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Francisco Miguel Perez-Carrascosa, Rocio Barrios-Rodriguez, Celia Gomez-Pena, Inmaculada Salcedo-Bellido, Maria Eugenia Velasco-Garcia, Jose Juan Jimenez-Moleon, Antonio Garcia-Ruiz, Jose Luis Navarro-Espigares, Pilar Requena, Carmen Munoz-Sanchez, Juan Pedro Arrebola
Summary: This study longitudinally explores the public healthcare costs associated with long-term exposure to a mixture of 8 persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in residents of two areas in Granada Province, Southern Spain. The results suggest that long-term exposure to these pollutants may increase healthcare costs and impact the efficiency of healthcare systems. However, further research is needed to determine whether interventions to reduce human exposure should be considered in healthcare policies, due to the limitations of the study.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yulia Varakina, Dmitry Lahmanov, Andrey Aksenov, Anna Trofimova, Rimma Korobitsyna, Natalia Belova, Nikita Sobolev, Dmitry Kotsur, Tatiana Sorokina, Andrej M. Grjibovski, Valery Chashchin, Yngvar Thomassen
Summary: This study measured serum concentrations of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in women in the Euro-Arctic Region of Russia, finding that legacy POPs concentrations were low and similar to other Arctic countries. Significant geographic differences between settlements, and between Nenets and non-Nenets residents, were observed. Additional Arctic biomonitoring research in Russia should focus on nutrition and POPs concentrations associations.
Article
Ecology
Yin Guoliang, Deng Fang, Apu Chowdhury, Zhang Aixin, Muhammad Sajid
Summary: This manuscript compiles data on persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in Chinese freshwater channels, lakes, and corresponding coastal areas over the past twelve years. The results show that while most water channels meet the emission limits for POPs, some exceed the safe limits and pose acute damage potential, emphasizing the need for careful treatment.
REGIONAL STUDIES IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
L. A. Henriquez-Hernandez, A. Ortiz-Andrelluchi, J. Alvarez-Perez, A. Acosta-Dacal, M. Zumbado, M. A. Martinez-Gonzalez, L. D. Boada, J. Salas-Salvado, O. P. Luzardo, L. Serra-Majem
Summary: This study analyzed the distribution of plasma concentrations of 59 POPs in residents of the Canary Islands, comparing data from different time periods. The results showed a variety of POPs detected in the study participants, with some experiencing decreases in concentration levels but others still exhibiting high levels of contamination.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Stanislava Katelieva Georgieva, Temenuga Trifonova, Zlatina Peteva
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the accumulation profile of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in breast milk of women living in Bulgaria and assess the health risk to infants. Breast milk samples from 72 healthy mothers were analyzed, and the results showed low levels of PCBs in breast milk, indicating no adverse effects on infants.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYGIENE AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Feng-Jiao Peng, Claude Emond, Emilie M. Hardy, Nicolas Sauvageot, Ala'a Alkerwi, Marie-Lise Lair, Brice M. R. Appenzeller
Summary: This study using hair analysis found that the general adult population in Luxembourg is commonly exposed to a variety of organic pollutants, with more than 50% of the detected pollutants being found in over 50% of the hair samples analyzed.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sophie E. Bresson, Scott Isom, Elizabeth T. Jensen, Sandra Huber, Youssef Oulhote, Joseph Rigdon, James Lovato, Angela D. Liese, Catherine Pihoker, Dana Dabelea, Shelley Ehrlich, Jerome Ruzzin
Summary: This study investigated the association between persistent organic pollutants (POPs) and type 1 diabetes (T1D) in youth. The results suggest that certain POPs may be associated with an increased risk of T1D and can negatively impact the function and viability of pancreatic beta-cells.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
M. Chynel, C. Munschy, N. Bely, K. Heas-Moisan, C. Pollono, S. Jaquemet
Summary: The study found that bull sharks were more contaminated than tiger sharks, possibly due to their reliance on coastal habitats for feeding, while tiger sharks had lower contamination levels. The transfer of organic contaminants from mother to embryos differed between the two shark species, indicating that the mode of gestation in sharks may affect maternal transfer.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tamara J. Sussman, Brennan H. Baker, Albert J. Wakhloo, Virginie Gillet, Nadia Abdelouahab, Kevin Whittingstall, Jean-Francois Lepage, Lindsay St-Cyr, Amelie Boiyin, Anthony Gagnon, Andrea A. Baccarelli, Larissa Takser, Jonathan Posner
Summary: The study found that prenatal exposure to persistent organic pollutants (POPs) is associated with increased symptoms of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and may be a modifiable risk factor for ADHD phenotypes. Through an observational study of Canadian mother-child pairs, it was discovered that POPs exposure is linked to changes in inhibitory control performance, neural activity, and ADHD-related symptoms.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Meiling Ge, Xuetao Wang, Gang Yang, Zongling Wang, Zhong Li, Xuelei Zhang, Qinzeng Xu
Summary: In this study, the distribution and potential sources of POPs in sediments of a deep-sea region in the western Pacific Ocean were investigated. The results showed that PAHs were the predominant POPs, originating mainly from biomass and coal combustion. Further research is needed to understand the fate of POPs in marine environments and the ecological risks they pose.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Vicente Mustieles, Francisco M. Perez-Carrascosa, Josefa Leon, Theis Lange, Jens-Peter Bonde, Celia Gomez-Pena, Francisco Artacho-Cordon, Rocio Barrios-Rodriguez, Rocio Olmedo-Requena, Jose Exposito, Jose J. Jimenez-Moleon, Juan P. Arrebola
Summary: The study found that there is a relationship between the oxidative microenvironment of adipose tissue and the concentration of persistent organic pollutants with cancer development. Certain enzymes were found to be associated with the risk of non-hormone-dependent cancer, and certain POPs were also positively associated with the risk of NHD cancer.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lin-Chi Wang, Justin Chun-Te Lin, Cheng-Di Dong, Chiu-Wen Chen, Ta-Kang Liu
Summary: The study found that microplastic pellets collected from sandy beaches around Taiwan contained various organic pollutants, with high concentrations of PCDD/Fs, PBDD/Fs, PBDEs, and other POPs. These pollutants were mainly adsorbed into the inner part of microplastic pellets, resulting in a high ratio of total concentrations to surficial concentrations.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Martyna Piotrowska, Krzesimir Ciura, Michalina Zalewska, Marta Dawid, Bruna Correia, Paulina Sawicka, Bogdan Lewczuk, Joanna Kasprzyk, Laura Sola, Wojciech Piekoszewski, Bartosz Wielgomas, Krzysztof Waleron, Szymon Dziomba
JOURNAL OF CHROMATOGRAPHY A
(2020)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Dominika Krenczkowska, Krystyna Mojsiewicz-Pienkowska, Bartosz Wielgomas, Dagmara Bazar, Zbigniew Jankowski
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pawel Radwan, Bartosz Wielgomas, Michal Radwan, Rafal Krasinski, Anna Klimowska, Radoslaw Zajdel, Dorota Kaleta, Joanna Jurewicz
Summary: This study examined the association between urinary concentration of triclosan and in vitro reproductive outcomes among women undergoing IVF treatment, finding that urinary concentrations of triclosan were associated with a decrease in implantation rate but not with other examined IVF outcomes. Studies among larger and more diverse population are needed to confirm the results, as this is one of the first studies on this topic.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Reproductive Biology
Pawel Radwan, Bartosz Wielgomas, Michal Radwan, Rafal Krasinski, Anna Klimowska, Dorota Kaleta, Joanna Jurewicz
REPRODUCTIVE TOXICOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Aleksandra Pawelec, Bartosz Wielgomas
Summary: This study aimed to develop and validate a method for analyzing fragrance allergens in aromas for e-cigarettes. Thirteen fragrance allergens were detected using gas chromatography, showing that concentrations of fragrances in aromas for e-cigarettes can be high and varies among products.
JOURNAL OF SEPARATION SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Aleksandra Medza, Katarzyna Kazmierska, Bartosz Wielgomas, Lucyna Konieczna, Ilona Oledzka, Agnieszka Szlagatys-Sidorkiewicz, Katarzyna Sznurkowska
Summary: This study aimed to compare the nutritional status between deltaF508 CFTR heterozygous and homozygous paediatric patients with cystic fibrosis. The results showed no significant differences in serum vitamins or erythrocyte membrane fatty acid profiles between the two patient groups, and there were also no significant differences in height, weight, and BMI percentiles. Patients with cystic fibrosis, whether heterozygous or homozygous, had similar nutritional statuses.
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Szymon Dziomba, Magdalena Wysocka, Joanna Jonca, Laura Sola, Aleksandra Stec, Krzysztof Waleron, Bartosz Wielgomas
Summary: The study evaluated the impact of selected parameters of CZE method on OMVs isolate analysis, finding that extending the sample injection plug length significantly improves the detectability of macromolecular aggregates in CZE, with negligible adsorption of OMVs to capillary walls. Additionally, the relaxation effect and deformation/polarization of vesicles were shown to affect OMVs electrophoretic mobility.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Wojciech Rodzaj, Malwina Wilenska, Anna Klimowska, Emila Dziewirska, Joanna Jurewicz, Renata Walczak-Jedrzejowska, Jolanta Slowikowska-Hilczer, Wojciech Hanke, Bartosz Wielgomas
Summary: Pyrethroid insecticides are widely used and may pose a threat to human health. A study in Lodz, Poland found that non-dietary factors such as owning a dog, using pesticides on household pets, and dietary sources like seeds and nuts can significantly contribute to pyrethroid exposure in young men.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ewelina Czubacka, Bartosz Wielgomas, Anna Klimowska, Michal Radwan, Pawel Radwan, Anetta Karwacka, Pawel Kaluzny, Joanna Jurewicz
Summary: This study found a negative association between BPA exposure and women's ovarian reserve parameters (AMH and AFC), with no relationship with other parameters (FSH, E2). These findings suggest that BPA exposure may have an impact on ovarian reserve, but further confirmation is needed.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Malgorzata Waclawik, Wojciech Rodzaj, Bartosz Wielgomas
Summary: Researchers have shown an increasing interest in tracking personal exposure to multiple chemicals over time. Silicone wristbands have emerged as a valuable tool for assessing chemical risks in various environments. However, there is a lack of detailed information on the methods and a comprehensive comparison with other approaches. This review summarizes the current research using silicone wristbands as passive samplers, discusses the steps involved in obtaining exposure data, compares the characteristics of wristbands with other matrices for exposure assessment, and highlights the future research needs.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Aleksandra Stec, Joanna Jonca, Krzysztof Waleron, Malgorzata Waleron, Agata Ploska, Leszek Kalinowski, Bartosz Wielgomas, Szymon Dziomba
Summary: This study isolated EVs from Pectobacterium zantedeschiae culture media using different ultracentrifugation techniques and characterized them using BCA, NTA, and CE. The results showed that there was a satisfactory correlation between quantitative results obtained with BCA, NTA, and CE only for isolates obtained with the IDGUC. Moreover, NTA was found to be unable to provide reliable information on EVs quantity in samples isolated with UC and ICUC.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Anna Klimowska, Evelien Wynendaele, Bartosz Wielgomas
Summary: The aim of this study was to develop an analytical method for quantifying and assessing the stability of 26 phenolic and acidic biomarkers of environmental pollutants in human urine. The method involved solid-phase extraction coupled with gas chromatography and tandem mass spectrometry (SPE-GC/MS/MS). The results showed satisfactory accuracy, precision, and limits of quantification for the biomarkers, and the method was successfully used for quantification in 38 urine samples.
ANALYTICAL AND BIOANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Anna Hering, Justyna Stefanowicz-Hajduk, Magdalena Gucwa, Bartosz Wielgomas, Jadwiga Renata Ochocka
Summary: This study investigated the biological effects of fermented honeybush extracts, which are derived from an African shrub known for its high polyphenol content. The extracts were found to inhibit certain enzymes responsible for skin malfunction and aging, such as collagenase, elastase, tyrosinase, and hyaluronidase. The extracts also demonstrated potential for wound healing and sun protection, as well as strong antioxidant properties. These findings highlight the potential of honeybush extracts as anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, and skin-protective agents.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hannah Hirmz, Frederick Verbeke, Bartosz Wielgomas, Christophe Furman, Emmanuelle Lipka, Bart De Spiegeleer, Evelien Wynendaele
Summary: Green chemistry initially focused on organic synthetic approaches, and now green analytics is also seeking ways to reduce volumes, cost, and ecotoxicity of analytically used chemicals and lower energy usage. The current emphasis is on techniques like miniaturization, on-line spectroscopy, and chemicals used in the analytical process. However, little attention has been given to the production and use of analytical reagents in greening analytics.
SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY AND PHARMACY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ivan Liakh, Darya Harshkova, Pavel Hrouzek, Katerina Bisova, Anna Aksmann, Bartosz Wielgomas
Summary: The use of unicellular algae for removing xenobiotics from wastewaters is a rapidly developing field in environmental protection. Efficient phycoremediation requires biosorption, bioaccumulation, and biotransformation. However, the potential toxicity of biotransformation products and the resistance of analyzed algae strains to the mixture of compounds need to be considered. In this study, Chlamydomonas reinhardtii showed promise in removing diclofenac, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, through biosorption, bioaccumulation, and biotransformation processes.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
