Article
Environmental Sciences
C. D. Metcalfe, S. Bayen, M. Desrosiers, G. Munoz, S. Sauve, V Yargeau
Summary: Endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are a diverse group of chemicals that require sensitive and varied analytical methods to monitor their presence in the environment. Only environmental matrixes with a clear link to endocrine effects are included, and emerging methods and advanced instruments for sample preparation are also discussed.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Heike Denghel, Thomas Goeen
Summary: A simple, reliable, and highly sensitive method for simultaneous monitoring of multiple endocrine disruptors in urine was developed. The method showed good sensitivity and accuracy, making it suitable for exploring the exposome of these disruptors in the general population.
ANALYTICAL AND BIOANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Changhwan Ahn, Eui-Bae Jeung
Summary: Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) have significant impacts on biological systems, especially by disrupting hormone balance, affecting reproductive, neurological, and metabolic development and function, and even stimulating tumor growth. EDC exposure during development can disrupt normal development patterns and alter susceptibility to disease. Many chemicals, including bisphenol A, organochlorines, polybrominated flame retardants, alkylphenols, and phthalates, have been identified as risk factors for reproductive, neural, metabolic diseases, and cancers. Endocrine disruption has spread to wildlife and species connected to the food chains. Dietary uptake is an important source of EDC exposure. The relationship and specific mechanism between EDCs and diseases remain unclear. This review focuses on the disease-EDC relationship and disease endpoints associated with endocrine disruption to better understand the EDC-disease relationship, and explores the development of new prevention/treatment opportunities and screening methods.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gabrielle P. Black, Emily E. Woodward, Corey J. Sanders, Michael S. Gross, Michelle L. Hladik
Summary: The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of an automated extraction system for pesticide analyses in solid environmental samples. An Energized Dispersive Guided Extraction (EDGE) system was used to optimize the extraction of 210 pesticides and pesticide transformation products. The method showed comparable performance to the previously validated pressurized liquid extraction (PLE) method with slightly better sensitivities.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lamia Hejji, Abdelmonaim Azzouz, Laura Palacios Colon, Badredine Souhail, Evaristo Ballesteros
Summary: An analytical approach using ultrasound-assisted extraction, continuous solid-phase extraction, and GC-MS detection was developed for simultaneous determination of 24 endocrine disrupting chemicals in vegetable and fruit samples. Most samples were found to contain multiple analytes.
Article
Environmental Sciences
S. Saha, N. Narayanan, N. Singh, S. Gupta
Summary: The presence and distribution of endocrine disrupting chemicals in water and soil in India, as well as their potential human health risks, have been investigated. The study found that these chemicals are widespread and exist in high concentrations, particularly di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate. Continued monitoring of these chemicals is necessary.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Julie Robitaille, Nancy D. Denslow, Beate Escher, Hajime G. Kurita-Oyamada, Vicki Marlatt, Christopher J. Martyniuk, Laia Navarro-Martin, Ryan Prosser, Thomas Sanderson, Viviane Yargeau, Valerie S. Langlois
Summary: This paper discusses the hazards of endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in water resources, the potential bioassays for screening EDCs, advantages and limitations of sample preparation methods, and provides several key recommendations.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
L. Garcia-Fernandez, M. T. Garcia-Corcoles, A. Navalon, L. Martin-Pozo, F. Hidalgo, A. Zafra-Gomez
Summary: The study optimized a method for analyzing bisphenols, parabens, and triclocarban in Mediterranean mussels, finding the presence of EDCs in the species. The method, using UAE and UHPLC-MS/MS, showed high sensitivity, accuracy, and applicability for studying endocrine disrupting compounds in aquatic organisms.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Tengfei Yuan
Summary: Analyzing steroids in different biological matrices helps gain insight into the status of steroids.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Hongkai Zhu, Sridhar Chinthakindi, Kurunthachalam Kannan
Summary: The study introduces a method for monitoring 121 environmental chemicals in urine samples using solid-phase extraction (SPE) coupled with liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS). The optimized method showed excellent variability, satisfactory recoveries, and high detection limits for a wide range of analytes. This validated method was successfully applied to the simultaneous determination of environmental chemicals in real urine samples.
JOURNAL OF CHROMATOGRAPHY A
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
ZhiChao Dang, Maria Arena, Aude Kienzler
Summary: This study summarized and evaluated the effects of TDCs on fish thyroid sensitive endpoints, including thyroid hormones, gene expression, and other aspects. The findings suggest that changes in thyroid sensitive endpoints may be influenced by various factors, such as the balance of different processes and environmental factors.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2021)
Article
Horticulture
Jung-Sung Chung, Hyeong-Cheol Kim, Su-Min Yun, Hyun-Jin Kim, Cheol-Soo Kim, Jeung-Joo Lee
Summary: Sulfur is an essential nutrient for plant growth and metabolism, and significantly affects the growth and metabolites of lettuce. Higher sulfur concentration treatment resulted in increased growth and metabolite content in lettuce compared to lower sulfur concentration treatment.
Review
Environmental Sciences
ZhiChao Dang
Summary: Both AMA and LAGDA are used to detect thyroid-mediated modality and adversity based on morphological changes during thyroid hormone-dependent metamorphosis. The EU Guidance recommends their use for investigating the effects of thyroid hormone system disrupting chemicals. However, there is debate over the necessity of using LAGDA as a follow-up to positive AMA results. This study analyzes the similarities, differences, and sensitivity of these two assays in detecting TDCs.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Martin Meyer, Lidia Montero, Sven W. Meckelmann, Oliver J. Schmitz
Summary: This study compared the analysis of carbohydrates using four common chromatographic methods coupled to mass spectrometry. It was found that gas chromatography and reversed-phase liquid chromatography, after derivatisation, showed superior separation performance compared to the other methods. Targeted analysis using different working modes of the mass spectrometer improved sensitivity and repeatability, with RP-LC-MS in MRM mode after derivatisation being the most suitable method for monosaccharide analysis.
ANALYTICAL AND BIOANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Wiwat Rodprasert, Jorma Toppari, Helena E. Virtanen
Summary: Endocrine disrupting chemicals, particularly antiandrogenic EDCs, may impact male reproductive health, especially when exposed during fetal development at the sensitive 'masculinization programming window'.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nicresse Lea Guedegba, Ibrahim Imorou Toko, Imen Ben Ammar, Loic Francois, Noelle Oreins, Olivier Palluel, Syaghalirwa N. M. Mandiki, Thierry Jauniaux, Jean-Marc Porcher, Marie-Louise Scippo, Patrick Kestemont
Summary: The study revealed that exposure to Acer 35 EC affects biomarkers and physiological functions in Nile tilapia juveniles, including reduced cholinesterase activity in muscles, intercellular superoxide anion production in both sexes, and disruption of female steroidogenesis and gametogenesis.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Audrey Catteau, Anne Bado-Nilles, Remy Beaudouin, Cleo Tebby, Sandrine Joachim, Olivier Palluel, Cyril Turies, Nina Chretien, Katherine Nott, Sebastien Ronkart, Alain Geffard, Jean-Marc Porcher
Summary: The study utilized three-spined sticklebacks as indicator organisms and a multi-biomarker approach to assess water quality in the Meuse basin in Europe. Results showed minimal effects of WWTP effluents on physiological parameters, but multivariate analysis successfully distinguished different study sites.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
S. Joachim, R. Beaudouin, G. Daniele, A. Geffard, A. Bado-Nilles, C. Tebby, O. Palluel, O. Dedourge-Geffard, M. Fieu, M. Bonnard, M. Palos-Ladeiro, C. Turies, E. Vulliet, V David, P. Baudoin, A. James, S. Andres, J. M. Porcher
Summary: This study found that diclofenac had significant adverse effects on aquatic organisms, including water plants, benthic animals, and fish, in a long-term freshwater mesocosm experiment. The effects observed in more natural conditions were more severe compared to those seen in laboratory settings. The implications of these findings for regulatory purposes were also discussed.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mahaut Beghin, Melodie Schmitz, Stephane Betoulle, Olivier Palluel, Sebastien Baekelandt, Syaghalirwa N. M. Mandiki, Erin Gillet, Katherine Nott, Jean-Marc Porcher, Christelle Robert, Sebastien Ronkart, Patrick Kestemont
Summary: This study found that subchronic waterborne exposure to a common pharmaceutical mixture in freshwater ecosystems may affect the neuroendocrine and immune systems of juvenile rainbow trout.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Khadija Sossey Alaoui, Bernard Tychon, Sandrine Joachim, Alain Geffard, Katherine Nott, Sebastien Ronkart, Jean-Marc Porcher, Remy Beaudouin, Christelle Robert, Marie-Laure Fauconnier, Matthew Saive
Summary: The study aimed to assess the toxicity of a mixture of five pharmaceutical drugs using Fontinalis antipyretica as a bioindicator and bioaccumulator. Results showed that only carbamazepine and irbesartan were accumulated by the species, with bioaccumulation levels increasing with exposure time. Antioxidant enzymes were sensitive to the drug mixture, with higher activity observed in plants exposed to higher concentrations. Chlorophyll content decreased in exposed plants, but photosynthetic activity was restored after 5 months. Morphological characteristics were less impacted by the treatment.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Eszter Simon, Anja Duffek, Cordula Stahl, Manfred Frey, Marco Scheurer, Jochen Tuerk, Linda Gehrmann, Sarah Konemann, Kees Swart, Peter Behnisch, Daniel Olbrich, Francois Brion, Selim Ait-Aissa, Robert Pasanen-Kase, Inge Werner, Etienne L. M. Vermeirssen
Summary: The study evaluated the implementation of EBMs in the Water Framework Directive through a large-scale sampling and analysis campaign across Europe, generating high-quality chemical and effect-based monitoring data for selected substances. The results demonstrated the excellent screening capability of EBMs, with lower non-quantifiable data compared to conventional analytical methods.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nicolas Creusot, Betty Chaumet, Melissa Eon, Nicolas Mazzella, Aurelie Moreira, Soizic Morin
Summary: Freshwater biofilms have been increasingly used in ecotoxicology over the past decade to assess environmental stress effects. Untargeted metabolomics is a useful approach for understanding the response of these microbial communities to chemical stress and environmental factors. The study demonstrates the influence of temperature, photoperiod, and flow on the metabolomics response, highlighting the complexity of the relationship between molecular alterations and ecosystem functioning. More research is needed to fully decipher the metabolomics response of freshwater biofilms to chemical stress.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Audrey Catteau, Jean-Marc Porcher, Anne Bado-Nilles, Isabelle Bonnard, Marc Bonnard, Arnaud Chaumot, Elise David, Odile Dedourge-Geffard, Laurence Delahaut, Nicolas Delorme, Adeline Francois, Laura Garnero, Christelle Lopes, Katherine Nott, Patrice Noury, Olivier Palluel, Melissa Palos-Ladeiro, Herve Queau, Sebastien Ronkart, Khadija Sossey-Alaoui, Cyril Turies, Bernard Tychon, Olivier Geffard, Alain Geffard
Summary: The study demonstrated that a multispecies active biomonitoring approach can improve the diagnostic of aquatic systems, and the use of a multispecies Integrated Biomarker Response (IBR) value can assess the quality of water. By studying different species, the study highlighted the importance of a multispecies approach in evaluating biological impacts and contaminant toxicity.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Manel Ben Ouaghrem, Segolene de Vaugelade, Sophie Bourcier, Christophe Genty, Stephane Pirnay, Stephane Bouchonnet
Summary: Chlorphenesin, used as a preservative in cosmetic products, was found to produce three by-products during photolysis, with the overall ecotoxicity increasing with irradiation time. Among the degradation compounds identified, 4-chlorophenol is likely a contributing factor to the increased toxicity in the photolyzed solution.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF COSMETIC SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Amelie Cant, Marc Bonnard, Jean-Marc Porcher, Jean Prygiel, Audrey Catteau, Laurence Delahaut, Olivier Palluel, Cyril Turies, Alain Geffard, Anne Bado-Nilles
Summary: This study conducted biological monitoring of genotoxicity and erythrocyte necrosis in six stations in northern France using a multi-biomarker approach. The results showed that this method can improve the existing biomarker approach and expand the understanding of the potential effects of contaminants.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Emmanuelle Lebeau-Roche, Gaelle Daniele, Aurelie Fildier, Christelle Bonnefoy, Cyril Turies, Anne Bado-Nilles, Jean-Marc Porcher, Odile Dedourge-Geffard, Emmanuelle Vulliet, Alain Geffard
Summary: This study applied metabolomics-based approaches to identify toxicity pathways and potential biomarkers in the fish species three-spined stickleback exposed to diclofenac. The results showed significant impacts on the liver metabolome, with upregulation of energy metabolism in females and downregulation in males. The antioxidant system was impacted in males, while the immunity system was down-regulated in females. Several potential metabolic biomarkers were identified.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mahaut Beghin, Severine Paris-Palacios, Syaghalirwa N. M. Mandiki, Melodie Schmitz, Olivier Palluel, Erin Gillet, Isabelle Bonnard, Katherine Nott, Christelle Robert, Jean-Marc Porcher, Sebastien Ronkart, Patrick Kestemont
Summary: This study assessed the environmental risk of wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) effluents on aquatic ecosystems by examining the health of juvenile rainbow trout. The results showed that the pollution levels upstream from the WWTP can have detrimental effects on fish health, which are exacerbated by exposure to WWTP effluents. The use of a multi-biomarker approach provided comprehensive information about the biological effects caused by both point source pollution and the constitutive pollution levels in the receiving environment.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Shiwei Ren, Amirhossein Habibi, Pingping Ni, Hindia Nahdi, Fatima Zahra Bouanis, Sophie Bourcier, Gilles Clavier, Michel Frigoli, Abderrahim Yassar
Summary: A new variant of the indophenine reaction was used to synthesize a series of quinoidal molecules. The previously reported method had low yield and selectivity, with the formation of by-products. A modified protocol using tertiary alcohol as a starting material was proposed to increase yield and avoid complex purification issues. The influence of the pi-bridge conjugation length on the electronic structure of the quinoidal compounds was investigated.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Agathe Fayet, Sophie Bourcier, Nicolas Casaretto, Bastien Nay, Gilles Frison
Summary: The Hock rearrangement is an acid catalyzed reaction involving organic hydroperoxides and resulting in an oxidative cleavage of adjacent C-C bonds. Its mechanism has not been studied in detail. In this work, we conducted a theoretical study on the Hock rearrangement using InCl3 as a Lewis acid catalyst. We aimed to understand the mechanism of this reaction and rationalize the influence of substrate electronic properties. Our investigation revealed the co-existence of several energetically close reaction pathways and suggested that In2Cl6 species coordinated to the substrate play a central role in the catalytic cycle.
Article
Toxicology
Clementine Garoche, Marina Grimaldi, Erwan Michelin, Abdelhay Boulahtouf, Anthony Marconi, Francois Brion, Patrick Balaguer, Selim Ait-Aissa
Summary: In this study, a novel androgen receptor (AR) transactivation assay using the UALH-hAR reporter cell line was evaluated. A two-step prev-validation study involving three laboratories was conducted to assess the method's transferability, robustness, sensitivity, and specificity. The assay demonstrated good reproducibility and produced reliable, accurate, and specific (anti)androgenic activity of chemicals, making it suitable for regulatory validation.
TOXICOLOGY IN VITRO
(2023)
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)
