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Environmental Sciences
Mohamed Dellali, Amel Douggui, Abdel Halim Harrath, Lamjed Mansour, Saleh Alwasel, Hamouda Beyrem, Thomas Gyedu-Ababio, Melissa Rohal-Lupher, Fehmi Boufahja
Summary: The study found that adult Gammarus locusta from the North Lake of Tunis exhibited different sensitivities to copper, cadmium, and dieldrin, with cadmium being the most toxic. The three stressors induced significant biomarker responses in a concentration-dependent manner. Copper increased malondialdehyde levels, while cadmium and dieldrin induced oxidative stress and neurotoxicity.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Jennifer Andrei, Francois Guerold, Jonathan Bouquerel, Simon Devin, Kahina Mehennaoui, Sebastien Cambier, Arno C. Gutleb, Laure Giamberini, Sandrine Pain-Devin
Summary: As part of the macrobenthic fauna, gammarids can be efficient indicators of contamination in aquatic ecosystems caused by nanoparticles that settle on the bottom. This study investigates the effects of silver nanoparticles (nAg) on the ecophysiological functions of Gammarus roeseli under realistic contamination conditions. The results show that there is a concentration-dependent increase in silver levels within G. roeseli, especially for the smallest nAg size (10 nm). Additionally, oxygen consumption also increases with concentration, particularly for the smallest nAg size (10 to 40 nm). Therefore, further research is needed to understand the subtle effects of nanoparticles on aquatic organisms.
AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Parasitology
Daniel Grabner, Annemie Doliwa, Lidia Sworobowicz, Anna Wysocka, Alexander Weigand, Michal Grabowski, Tomasz Mamos, Bernd Sures
Summary: This study conducted a molecular survey on microsporidian diversity in Asellus aquaticus from various sites in Europe. The results showed that microsporidians were abundant and diverse in A. aquaticus, but did not exhibit obvious patterns related to host genetic lineages or geography.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiaolu Wu, Qi Chen, Lulu Chen, Feifei Tian, Xiaoxi Chen, Chengyu Han, Jiaxuan Mi, Xinyi Lin, Xueqin Wan, Beibei Jiang, Qinglin Liu, Fang He, Lianghua Chen, Fan Zhang
Summary: This study isolated and cloned the PyWRKY75 gene from Populus yunnanensis and verified its functionality in poplar under Cd stress. The results showed that the transgenic poplar exhibited better growth, Cd absorption and accumulation, as well as antioxidant capacity compared to the wild type. These findings provide a scientific basis for the use of transgenic plants in Cd pollution remediation.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bonsignore Maria, Messina Concetta Maria, Bellante Antonio, Manuguerra Simona, Arena Rosaria, Santulli Andrea, Maricchiolo Giulia, Del Core Marianna, Sprovieri Mario
Summary: Specimens of Sparus aurata were exposed to sub-lethal concentrations of Hg and Cd for 25 days. Bioaccumulation of Hg was highest in gills, while Cd bioaccumulation was highest in the liver. Gills and skin were reliable targets for biomonitoring after short-term exposure. Exposure to both metals caused significant increases in metal concentrations in the kidney and liver. Biochemical analysis showed a reduction in lipid levels and decrease in polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) in the liver, indicating oxidative stress. Molecular markers related to oxidative stress and lipid metabolism were also affected by exposure. The study suggests the possibility of using these biomarkers to explore fish metabolic responses to environmental pollution.
Article
Microbiology
Aurore Dubuffet, Marina Chauvet, Anne Mone, Didier Debroas, Cecile Lepere
Summary: Microsporidia, as obligate intracellular eukaryotic parasites, exhibit high diversity in lacustrine ecosystems, with approximately a quarter possibly representing undescribed genera or families. Variations in the abundance of Microsporidia were observed between the two lakes sampled and across the sampling period, potentially influenced by spatio-temporal variations of their potential hosts such as microeukaryotes and metazooplankton.
ENVIRONMENTAL MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jiajia Liu, Dazhong Zhang, Yuhao Yuan, Pengliang Chen, Panpan Zhang, Fei Jin, Qinghua Yang, Baili Feng
Summary: The study reveals that broomcorn millet plants exhibit considerable tolerance to cadmium stress and show significant differences in cadmium accumulation abilities among varieties, with some varieties identified as potential cadmium hyperaccumulators for further research.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2021)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Samir A. Salama, Ahmed M. Mohamadin, Mohamed S. Abdel-Bakky
Summary: Arctigenin exhibited a protective effect against cadmium-induced nephrotoxicity by improving renal function, reducing oxidative damage, alleviating endoplasmic reticulum stress, and targeting Nrf2 and NF-κB signaling pathways.
Review
Toxicology
Alex Tuffour, Anthony Adebayiga Kosiba, Frank Addai Peprah, Jie Gu, Yang Zhou, Haifeng Shi
Summary: Stress is a major inducer of autophagy, and cadmium exposure can induce autophagy and apoptosis through oxidative stress. Traditional autophagy biomarkers such as LC3-II have limitations, while p62 and a new member VMP1 show promise as reliable markers. This review discusses current trends in autophagy biomarkers, the effect of cadmium on LC3-II, p62, VMP1, and Beclin-1, and their inter-regulatory roles in autophagy and apoptosis.
TOXICOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
P. Ostheim, S. W. Alemu, A. Tichy, I Sirak, M. Davidkova, M. Markova Stastna, G. Kultova, S. Schuele, T. Paunesku, G. Woloschak, S. A. Ghandhi, S. A. Amundson, M. Haimerl, C. Stroszczynski, M. Port, M. Abend
Summary: In this study, RNA was isolated from human whole saliva using selective cDNA synthesis and adjusted RNA input. The findings provide important information for gene expression analysis in human saliva.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Shuangquan Wen, Li Wang, Hui Zou, Jianhong Gu, Ruilong Song, Jianchun Bian, Yan Yuan, Zongping Liu
Summary: This study evaluated the neuroprotective potential of Puerarin against cadmium-induced neuronal injury for the first time, showing that Puerarin ameliorated neuronal injury and oxidative stress induced by cadmium. Additionally, Puerarin stimulated cadmium excretion, thereby reducing apoptosis in cerebral cortical neurons.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yuanyuan Wang, Jing Wu, Jinghang Li, Baichao Liu, Danni Wang, Caiqiu Gao
Summary: This study identified a new R2R3-MYB gene, ThRAX2, which plays an important role in plant development and response to environmental stresses. ThRAX2 enhances Cd tolerance by specifically binding to the MYB-T motif and regulates the expression of downstream genes involved in ion homeostasis, transport, and protein activity. This finding provides a genetic and theoretical basis for the use of transgenic plants in the future bioremediation of Cd-contaminated land.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yaping Li, Mingjie Sun, Wei He, Hui Wang, Hong Pan, Quangang Yang, Yanhong Lou, Yuping Zhuge
Summary: Supplementation of phosphorus significantly reduced the cadmium content, translocation factor, and physiological characteristics of tall fescue under cadmium stress. It also improved the growth rates and biomass of tall fescue. Different concentrations of cadmium negatively affected all parameters except for total potassium content and catalase activity, but these negative effects were limited by phosphorus supplementation. Optimizing nutrient composition and concentrations could minimize the potential negative impacts of cadmium on plant growth.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jingyi Zhang, Zhen Tang, Evgenios Agathokleous, Guiling Zheng, Liang Xu, Peng Li
Summary: This study investigates the hormetic effect of low doses of cadmium on Tillandsia ionantha Planch., and finds that hormesis can commonly occur in this plant. The occurrence frequency of hormesis varies among different biomarkers, but heavy metal resistance genes and glutathione play a role in hormesis generation.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Sanjib Bhattacharya
Summary: Recent studies have shown that essential trace elements such as zinc, selenium, and iron play important roles in mitigating cadmium toxicity. The main mechanisms include induction of metallothionein synthesis, modulation of oxidative stress and apoptosis, as well as interference in cadmium absorption and accumulation.
BIOLOGICAL TRACE ELEMENT RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Valentin Chardon, Laurent Schmitt, Herve Piegay, Jean-Nicolas Beisel, Cybill Staentzel, Agnes Barillier, Anne Clutier
Article
Ecology
Charly Jehan, Camille Sabarly, Thierry Rigaud, Yannick Moret
Summary: The study found that female mealworm beetles show a decline in reproductive capacity as they age, rather than increasing reproductive effort late in life as predicted by the terminal investment hypothesis. Instead, females appear to allocate resources according to a priority scheme favoring longevity over reproduction, which aligns with the reproductive restraint hypothesis.
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL ECOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Ecology
C. Joaquim-Justo, E. Gismondi
Summary: The study found that exposure to flutamide and cyproterone acetate significantly increased the RXR and RAR mRNA levels in the freshwater rotifer, while fenitrothion had no effect on their mRNA levels.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Albin Meyer, Frederic Boyer, Alice Valentini, Aurelie Bonin, Gentile Francesco Ficetola, Jean-Nicolas Beisel, Jonathan Bouquerel, Philippe Wagner, Coline Gaboriaud, Florian Leese, Tony Dejean, Pierre Taberlet, Philippe Usseglio-Polatera
Summary: This study compared standard morphological identification with DNA metabarcoding in stream biomonitoring using macroinvertebrates and found that combining data from different markers can improve bioassessment efficiency. Both approaches assigned the same ecological quality class to a majority of the site sampling events, highlighting the efficiency of metabarcoding as a biomonitoring tool but also the need for further research to improve this efficiency.
Article
Ecology
Adrien Quiles, Thierry Rigaud, Remi A. Wattier, Michal Grabowski, Karolina Bacela Spychalska
Summary: Parasites and other symbionts have a significant impact on host organisms, and understanding their diversity is crucial in studying symbiotic influences. This study focuses on rare microsporidian infections within Gammarus balcanicus, expanding the knowledge on parasite diversity in amphipod hosts. The research discovered 29 sequences of rare Microsporidia in 19 haplogroups, indicating a wide geographic range of these parasites and a variety of hosts they infect.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL FOR PARASITOLOGY-PARASITES AND WILDLIFE
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Laurent Hardion, Etienne Chanez, Cybill Staentzel, Isabelle Combroux, Jean-Nicolas Beisel, Armando Espinosa Prieto, Henry Beral, Michele Tremolieres, Corinne Grac
Summary: Research in eastern parts of France revealed different genetic lineages within Potamogeton coloratus Hornem., a characteristic macrophyte of oligotrophic waters, without regional structuring or within-population diversity. The study also suggests a possible long-distance dispersal event, showcasing the species' ability for recolonization.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Corinne Grac, Xavier Dolques, Agnes Braud, Michele Tremolieres, Jean-Nicolas Beisel, Florence Le Ber
Summary: A specific data mining process was implemented to explore the relationship between biological indices and physico-chemical pressures in rivers. It was found that biological statuses depend on temporal successions of alterations, and key patterns were identified to disentangle the effects of different stressors on water quality in a context of multi-stress conditions.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2021)
Article
Ecology
Charly Jehan, Camille Sabarly, Thierry Rigaud, Yannick Moret
Summary: The study found that the age-specific reproductive behavior of female T. molitor under pathogenic threat is inconsistent with the terminal investment hypothesis, suggesting that females may use a reproductive restraint strategy to sustain immunity and future reproductive opportunities.
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL ECOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jean-Nicolas Beisel, Cybill Staentzel, Grzegorz Skupinski, Anais Walch, Manon Pons, Sebastian Weber, Carine Granier, Andreas Huber
Summary: The study found that, among the six chosen sites, only two showed a slight increase in forest area, while the rest remained stable. The emergence of young riparian forests along rivers was attributed to natural recovery and agricultural abandonment.
Article
Ecology
Agathe Crosland, Thierry Rigaud, Aude Balourdet, Yannick Moret
Summary: Senescence occurs due to the decline in the strength of selection with age, allowing late-life reduced performances without being counter selected. Growth rate is an important factor modulating adult reproductive senescence, influenced by the early-life environment.
FRONTIERS IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Charly Jehan, Camille Sabarly, Thierry Rigaud, Yannick Moret
Summary: According to the research findings, different components of the immune system in the species Tenebrio molitor age differently. The induced antibacterial immune response was found to be highly connected to female fecundity.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
C. Staentzel, O. Schlumberger, A. Barillier, A. Valentini, F. Boyer, J. -N. Beisel
Summary: Habitat changes induced by restoration can promote invasive species, potentially hindering the success of restoration projects. In this study, the effects of the invasive round goby on a restored site along the Old Rhine River were examined. The round goby dominated the overall goby assemblage and its presence led to changes in the food web structure and species interactions. However, its impact on macroinvertebrates six years after restoration was unlikely to mask the restoration consequences.
Article
Biology
Sylvine Durand, Baptiste Lheraud, Isabelle Giraud, Nicolas Bech, Frederic Grandjean, Thierry Rigaud, Jean Peccoud, Richard Cordaux
Summary: We investigated the distribution and population dynamics of feminizing sex ratio distorters (SRD) in the isopod Armadillidium vulgare. Our results showed variable frequencies of SRD in populations, with the f element being more frequent than Wolbachia. We also found evidence of linkage between Wolbachia strains and mitochondrial haplotypes.
Article
Evolutionary Biology
Alexandre Cormier, Mohamed Amine Chebbi, Isabelle Giraud, Remi Wattier, Maria Teixeira, Clement Gilbert, Thierry Rigaud, Richard Cordaux
Summary: The study reports sequencing and analysis of three strictly vertically transmitted microsporidia species with feminization induction ability in amphipod crustaceans. These feminizing microsporidia, unlike horizontally transmitted ones, cannot easily be isolated, so a computational strategy was used to cosequence symbiont and host genomic DNA. Genomic comparison with feminizing Wolbachia in isopod crustaceans shows independent evolution of feminization in microsporidia and Wolbachia at the molecular genetic level.
GENOME BIOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Alexandre Cormier, Remi Wattier, Isabelle Giraud, Maria Teixeira, Frederic Grandjean, Thierry Rigaud, Richard Cordaux
Summary: The draft genome sequences of two pathogenic microsporidia of European freshwater crustaceans, Thelohania contejeani and Cucumispora dikerogammari, have been announced. These species are responsible for mass mortalities in their crayfish and amphipod hosts, respectively.
MICROBIOLOGY RESOURCE ANNOUNCEMENTS
(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)