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Chand N, Krause S, Prajapati SK. The potential of microplastics acting as vector for triclosan in aquatic environments. AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY (AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS) 2025; 284:107381. [PMID: 40311399 DOI: 10.1016/j.aquatox.2025.107381] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2025] [Revised: 04/14/2025] [Accepted: 04/22/2025] [Indexed: 05/03/2025]
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There is increased evidence of the co-occurrence of microplastics (MPs) with other co-pollutants in surface water globally, leading to ecological and environmental concerns. The risks and toxicity of co-occurring pollutants largely depend on the mechanisms controlling the activation of their various sources, their fate and transport in different environmental media. Due to their size-specific surface area, MPs in the environment can have a strong affinity for interactions with hydrophobic compounds and have a high sorption capacity for various emerging contaminants (ECs). ECs like the antibacterial and antifungal agent such as Triclosan (TCS) are persistent in the environment. Moreover, TCS in aquatic environments has a low solubility, and high octanol-water partitioning co-efficient which raises the possibility of TCS to interact with other environmental pollutants such as MPs. The interactions of TCS with MPs in the environment are controlled by a range of mechanism such as hydrogen bonding, hydrophobic interactions, π-π interactions as well as electrostatic interactions. The interacting behaviour of these driving forces needs to be fully understood to determine how the co-occurrence of TCS and MPs may lead to adverse effects on the biological functioning of aquatic ecosystems. Hence, here we conduct a systematic review of the current state-of-the-art and synthesize the available knowledge of how MPs can act as vectors for TCS in aquatic environments. This review reveals MP and TCS interactions in aquatic ecosystems, their individual and collective fate, and toxicological impacts on aquatic organisms, evidencing that MPs can act as potential vectors for transporting TCS across different trophic levels. This review also reveals critical limitations in the research of the combined toxicity and interactions of co-occurring MPs and TCS. Based on the rigorous review of the current knowledge base, we propose that multifactorious investigations along with long-terms monitoring are crucial to fully understand the impacts of co-occurring MPs and TCS in aquatic systems to underline future mitigation policies and management plans.
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- Naveen Chand
- Environment and Biofuel Research Lab (EBRL), Hydro and Renewable Energy Department, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee, Roorkee, Uttarakhand - 247667 India.
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- School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK; LEHNA- Laboratoire d'ecologie des hydrosystemes naturels et anthropises, University of Lyon, Darwin C & Forel, 3-6 Rue Raphaël Dubois, 69622 Villeurbanne, France; BISCA - Birmingham Institute of Sustainability and Climate Action, Birmingham, UK.
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- Environment and Biofuel Research Lab (EBRL), Hydro and Renewable Energy Department, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee, Roorkee, Uttarakhand - 247667 India.
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Leite ARB, Melegari SP, Matias WG. Individual and combined toxicity of personal care products and pharmaceuticals at environmentally relevant concentrations due to chronic exposure of the freshwater microcrustacean Daphnia magna. AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY (AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS) 2025; 282:107307. [PMID: 40068375 DOI: 10.1016/j.aquatox.2025.107307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2024] [Revised: 02/28/2025] [Accepted: 03/01/2025] [Indexed: 04/05/2025]
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Personal care products and pharmaceuticals, namely sodium diclofenac (DCF), octocrylene (OCT), and sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS), are relevant chemical products classified as contaminants of emerging concern (CECs). They can enter aquatic ecosystems from various anthropogenic sources. This study examined the acute and chronic toxic effects of exposure to these substances, individually and in binary mixtures (OCT + SDS, SDS + DCF, DCF + SDS). Chronic effects were evaluated at environmentally relevant concentrations. To evaluate the mixtures, the Abbott method was used to predict acute toxicity using the inhibition ratio value, while for chronic effects, the concentration addition (CA) and independent action (IA) models were used for predictive assessment. According to EC5048h values, the toxicity levels to D. magna were OCT > SDS > DCF. When exposed to binary mixtures, these compounds predominantly exhibited antagonistic interaction for acute effects. Regarding chronic effects, there were no observed effects at the environmentally relevant concentrations tested for individual and mixed exposure compared to the control. The locomotion parameter exhibited a difference in dispersion with increasing chemical concentration. These results can improve understanding of the damage produced by exposure to mixtures of different CECs.
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- Alana Rafaela Batista Leite
- Department of Sanitary and Environmental Engineering, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Brazil
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- Department of Sanitary and Environmental Engineering, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Brazil.
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Das BK, Roy S, Kumar V, Adhikari A, Ganguly S, Bisai K. Modulation of immune gene expression profile in Labeo catla with chronic toxicity to emerging endocrine disruptors through a multiorgan approach. Sci Rep 2025; 15:11244. [PMID: 40175507 PMCID: PMC11965292 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-025-95996-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2024] [Accepted: 03/25/2025] [Indexed: 04/04/2025] Open
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Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in the aquatic environment are an emerging concern and can lead to adverse health effects on humans and aquatic life. EDCsare ubiquitous in several daily use and personal care products and ubiquitous in aquatic ecosystems. The aquatic ecosystems also serve as major sinks of EDCs and have even been found to accumulate in aquatic organisms. Fish are an important sentinel species in the aquatic system and are a reliable indication of environmental water pollution. In the present study, we have assessed the immunotoxicity effects of three important EDCs, i.e., triclosan (TCS), bisphenol A (BPA), and diethyl phthalate (DEP). There is mounting evidence that EDCs impact several physiological systems, including fish immune systems. Hence, to better understand the immune system's complexity, we have investigated how EDCs alter the immune responses and can aggravate immunotoxicity using Labeo catla as a model fish species. The results showed significant upregulation of immune gene expression; exposure to EDCs differentially modulates immunity across the different organs (liver and brain) of Labeo catla. The present study highlighted that endocrine-disrupting compounds (TCS, BPA, and DEP) have a significant immunotoxicity effect in fish and activate several immunological pathways to control the toxic effect and maintain homeostasis. The results also indicate that immune genes can be used as a biomarker for EDC toxicity. However, further studies need to see how immune-disrupting effects happen at actual exposure levels in the environment to EDCs.
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- Basanta Kumar Das
- ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI), Barrackpore, India.
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- ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI), Barrackpore, India
- Aquatic Environmental Biotechnology (AEB) Division, ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (CIFRI), Barrackpore, India
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- ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI), Barrackpore, India
- Aquatic Environmental Biotechnology (AEB) Division, ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (CIFRI), Barrackpore, India
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- ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI), Barrackpore, India
- Aquatic Environmental Biotechnology (AEB) Division, ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (CIFRI), Barrackpore, India
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- ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI), Barrackpore, India
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- ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI), Barrackpore, India
- Aquatic Environmental Biotechnology (AEB) Division, ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (CIFRI), Barrackpore, India
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Wang J, Zhao P, Wang J, Li S, Ma Q. Responses of microbial communities in coastal sediments exposed to triclocarban and triclosan. MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN 2025; 212:117530. [PMID: 39798524 DOI: 10.1016/j.marpolbul.2025.117530] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2024] [Revised: 12/22/2024] [Accepted: 01/02/2025] [Indexed: 01/15/2025]
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Triclocarban (TCC) and triclosan (TCS) are applied in a wide range of pharmaceutical and personal care products to prevent or reduce bacterial growth. Due to their extensive application, they are frequently detected in marine environments. In this study, marine sediment systems exposed to different concentrations of TCC and TCS were established to evaluate their effects on microbial communities. It was found that TCC and TCS increased catalase and protease activities on Day 1, but inhibited after 15 days. Microbial activity, as indicated by increased dehydrogenase activity and polysaccharide production, should be enhanced after a 15-day adaptation period. High-throughput sequencing revealed resilient α-diversity but significant shifts in community structures were observed, particularly on Day 15. Function prediction analysis confirmed that most functional profiles remained stable, and network analysis indicated that TCC and TCS enhanced the complexity of the microbial community. This study provides new insights into the impacts and risks of TCC and TCS on the marine environment.
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- Jingwei Wang
- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Dalian Maritime University, Dalian 116026, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Dalian Maritime University, Dalian 116026, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Dalian Maritime University, Dalian 116026, China
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- Key Laboratory of Industrial Ecology and Environmental Engineering (Ministry of Education), School of Chemical Engineering, Ocean and Life Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Panjin 124221, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Dalian Maritime University, Dalian 116026, China.
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Yin C, Tan Y, Chen Y, Gao S, Wu M, Zhang Z. Mass load and source apportionment of pharmaceutical and personal care product in the Wuhan section of the Yangtze River, China. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2025; 959:178222. [PMID: 39740623 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.178222] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2024] [Revised: 12/09/2024] [Accepted: 12/19/2024] [Indexed: 01/02/2025]
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Given the limited research on pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) in the Wuhan section of the Yangtze River (WYR), this work investigated the distribution of 15 PPCPs in this region, assessed their ecological risks and annual fluxes. It was further to analyze the levels of indicator sucralose in the WYR to understand the sources of PPCPs. The results showed the average concentrations were 143.9 ± 76.77 ng/L, 3.98 ± 3.89 ng/g, and 8.14 ± 18.91 ng/g for 15 PPCPs in surface water, sediment, and soil, respectively. Among those PPCPs, bisphenol-A was the dominant compound found across the three environmental media. Significant amounts of ibuprofen and caffeine were detected in surface water, which may be linked to the increased demand for these compounds during the COVID-19 pandemic. Besides, the concentrations of synthetic estrogens (bisphenol-A and 4-nonylphenol) were higher than those of natural estrogens (estrone, 17β-estradiol, and estriol). Due to runoff dilution, climatic factors (rainfall and sunlight), and prevalence of disease, PPCPs in water showed significant seasonal variation, with higher total concentrations in dry season than those in wet and normal seasons. Spatially, higher concentrations of PPCPs were found in the middle reaches of the WYR due to the population density.Our study estimated the annual flux of 15 PPCPs in the WYR to be 71.17 tons. Source analysis revealed that untreated domestic wastewater might be discharged into the WYR during the wet season. The ecological risk of PPCPs in the WYR were generally low, with only E2 and E3 categorized as posing moderate to high risks. These findings provided valuable support for the management and control of PPCPs in the WYR.
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- Chuang Yin
- Hubei Key Laboratory of Mineral Resources Processing and Environment, School of Resources and Environmental Engineering, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Mineral Resources Processing and Environment, School of Resources and Environmental Engineering, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Mineral Resources Processing and Environment, School of Resources and Environmental Engineering, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Mineral Resources Processing and Environment, School of Resources and Environmental Engineering, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Mineral Resources Processing and Environment, School of Resources and Environmental Engineering, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Mineral Resources Processing and Environment, School of Resources and Environmental Engineering, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China; The James Hutton Institute, Craigiebuckler, Aberdeen AB15 8QH, UK.
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Elewa HS, Salama DA, Hikal MS, El Hamid MFA, Eid MH, Khalil FMA, Albadrani MS, Abdelaal K, El-Tokhy AI. Protective effects of resveratrol and naringenin against nonylphenol-induced oxidative stress in rats. AMB Express 2025; 15:7. [PMID: 39779659 PMCID: PMC11711685 DOI: 10.1186/s13568-024-01788-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2024] [Accepted: 11/13/2024] [Indexed: 01/11/2025] Open
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Nonylphenol (NP) is a ubiquitous environmental endocrine disrupting chemical and oxidative stress inducer in biological systems. Resveratrol (RES) and Naringenin (NG) are phytochemicals possessing antioxidant properties and estrogenic activity. This study was conducted to investigate the toxicity of NP and the mitigating effects of RES and NG on NP toxicity in rats. Thirty male rats were classified into 5 groups as follows: 1- Normal control (NC), 2- Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) group, 3- NP group, 4- NP + RES and 5- NP + NG. Results revealed that NP treatment significantly decreased the activities of superoxide dismutase, Catalase, Glutathione peroxidase and Glutathione content in blood, liver and kidney compared to NC and DMSO groups. Conversely, activity of Glutathione-s-transferase was significantly elevated in blood and decreased in liver and kidney. Moreover, significant escalation was observed in the levels of Malondialdehyde. Also, NP treatment led to a significant decrease in serum total testosterone and testis weight, accompanied with concurrent elevation in estradiol level compared to NC and DMSO groups. All the recorded effects induced by NP treatment were effectively countered by co-treatment with RES or NG. In addition, molecular docking studies were carried out to reveal the interactions between NP, RES, NG and estrogen receptor beta which provide a possible mechanism for their potential estrogenic activity. Overall, our study gives a deeper understanding of the toxic effect of NP on antioxidant capacity and endocrine functions as well as the potential therapeutic utility of RES and NG in alleviating these adverse effects.
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- Haitham S Elewa
- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Institute of Environmental Management, Faculty of Earth Science, University of Miskolc, Miskolc- Egyetemváros, 3515, Hungary.
- Geology Department, Faculty of Science, Beni-Suef University, Beni-Suef, 65211, Egypt.
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- Applied College, Unit of health specialties, basic sciences and their applications, King Khalid University, Mohayil, Abha, Asir, 61421, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Family and Community Medicine and Medical Education, College of Medicine, Taibah University, Al-Madinah Al-Munawara, 42353, Saudi Arabia
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- Plant Pathology and Biotechnology Lab, Faculty of Agriculture, EPCRS Excellence Center, Kafrelsheikh University, Kafr el-Sheikh, 33516, Egypt
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- Plant Protection Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Beni-Suef University, Beni-Suef, 62511, Egypt
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Rodrigues F, Durães L, Simões NEC, Pereira AMPT, Silva LJG, João Feio M. Pharmaceuticals in urban streams: A review of their detection and effects in the ecosystem. WATER RESEARCH 2025; 268:122657. [PMID: 39489128 DOI: 10.1016/j.watres.2024.122657] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2024] [Revised: 10/02/2024] [Accepted: 10/17/2024] [Indexed: 11/05/2024]
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The presence of pharmaceuticals in urban freshwater has been considered an emerging issue. Although rivers are better studied, the streams crossing the cities, which are prone to higher concentrations of pharmaceuticals, and with a higher potential to affect animals, plant and human health, were never specifically addressed in a review. Thus, here we performed a literature review on the existing pharmaceutical contamination and impacts of these compounds in the urban stream ecosystems. To structure the review, 10 questions were designed. From a total of 206 scientific publications, only 51 addressed the issue of pharmaceuticals in urban streams compared to 180 studies in the larger urban rivers. In 49 urban streams located in 13 countries and four continents, 139 pharmaceuticals from ten therapeutic groups were found. Anti-inflammatories and anticonvulsants were detected in the largest number of countries and urban streams, but the latter was more frequent in the streams. Metabolites were also detected, sometimes in higher concentrations than the original pharmaceutical but they were seldom analysed. The pharmaceuticals that caused more effects in the aquatic organisms were 17β-estradiol, estriol, estrone, acetaminophen, caffeine, carbamazepine, diltiazem, diphenhydramine, fluoxetine, norfluoxetine, sertraline, desmethylsertraline, methylphenidate and ciprofloxacin. The effects were varied, from bioaccumulation, endocrine disruption, impaired growth, reproduction inhibition, increased mortality and hatching disorder to morphological alterations, and decreased gross primary production and biomass. Streams had a higher mixture risk compared to the rivers. Important knowledge gaps detected are the low frequency of analysis of metabolites, the inefficient treatment of urban sewage regarding pharmaceuticals and the reduced number of studies on the impacts of pharmaceuticals at the aquatic community/population and functional level.
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- Fernanda Rodrigues
- University of Coimbra, MARE/ARNET, Department of Life Sciences, Largo Marquês de Pombal, Coimbra 3004-517, Portugal; University of Coimbra, CERES, Department of Chemical Engineering, Rua Sílvio Lima, Coimbra 3030-790, Portugal; University of Coimbra, INESC Coimbra, Department of Civil Engineering, Rua Luis Reis Santos, Coimbra 3030-788, Portugal.
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- University of Coimbra, CERES, Department of Chemical Engineering, Rua Sílvio Lima, Coimbra 3030-790, Portugal
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- University of Coimbra, INESC Coimbra, Department of Civil Engineering, Rua Luis Reis Santos, Coimbra 3030-788, Portugal
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- University of Coimbra, LAQV/REQUIMTE, Faculty of Pharmacy, Azinhaga de Santa Comba, Coimbra 3000-548, Portugal
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- University of Coimbra, LAQV/REQUIMTE, Faculty of Pharmacy, Azinhaga de Santa Comba, Coimbra 3000-548, Portugal
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- University of Coimbra, MARE/ARNET, Department of Life Sciences, Largo Marquês de Pombal, Coimbra 3004-517, Portugal
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Xu M, Lu S, Chen W, Hu L, Zhou L, Yang X. Ten-month comprehensive assessment of steroid hormones in the tributaries of Baiyun District, Guangzhou City, China: Spatiotemporal dynamics, source attribution, and environmental implications. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2025; 958:177908. [PMID: 39644644 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.177908] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2024] [Revised: 11/14/2024] [Accepted: 12/01/2024] [Indexed: 12/09/2024]
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The occurrence of steroid hormones in small river ecosystems raises environmental alarms due to their limited dilution capacity, heightened susceptibility to diverse pollution sources, and their substantial contribution to the contamination of larger river systems. Here, we investigated the occurrence of 40 steroid hormones over 10 months in 10 first-order tributaries (n = 250) of Guangzhou City, China. The observed concentrations of Σsteroid hormones ranged from 30.5 to 450 ng/L (mean: 55.6 ± 35.4 ng/L). No substantial variation in steroid hormone concentrations was observed between the flood and dry seasons, reflecting an intricate balance of dilution dynamics, agricultural runoff, and wastewater releases. Further correlation analysis underscored wastewater discharge as a consistent source of steroid hormone occurrence, with spikes coinciding with concurrent fertilizer application and rainfall intervals. Steroid hormone concentrations displayed significant spatial variations. Correlation analyses connected steroid hormone levels to nutrients in tributaries and agricultural ditch water and land usage, highlighting the joint effect of runoff and various wastewater types on steroid hormone distribution. Interestingly, steroid hormone levels displayed minimal variation along the tributaries, suggesting uniform and continuous pollution sources. Source attribution analysis revealed that 51.7 % of steroid hormones originated from untreated domestic wastewater, followed by treated wastewater, livestock wastewater, and runoff. Notably, 92.0 % of the sampling sites registered at least one steroid hormone level exceeding the risk quotient threshold of 1, indicating widespread ecological hazards. Our research emphasizes the persistent and stable nature of steroid hormone-related risks across seasons and along the tributaries, highlighting the imperative for vigilant monitoring. We further advocate for intensified surveillance efforts during pivotal periods (e.g., fertilization periods and low rainfall intervals), to better address these environmental challenges.
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- Manxin Xu
- College of Natural Resources and Environment, Joint Institute for Environment & Education, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, Joint Institute for Environment & Education, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, Joint Institute for Environment & Education, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, Joint Institute for Environment & Education, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, Joint Institute for Environment & Education, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, Joint Institute for Environment & Education, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China; Key Laboratory of Arable Land Conservation (South China), MOA, College of Natural Resources and Environment, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China; Guangdong Province Key Laboratory for Land Use and Consolidation, College of Natural Resources and Environment, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China.
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Soriano Y, Carmona E, Renovell J, Picó Y, Brack W, Krauss M, Backhaus T, Inostroza PA. Co-occurrence and spatial distribution of organic micropollutants in surface waters of the River Aconcagua and Maipo basins in Central Chile. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 954:176314. [PMID: 39306134 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.176314] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2024] [Revised: 09/13/2024] [Accepted: 09/14/2024] [Indexed: 09/26/2024]
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Organic Micropollutants (OMPs) might pose significant risks to aquatic life and have potential toxic effects on humans. These chemicals typically occur as complex mixtures rather than individually. Information on their co-occurrence and their association with land use is largely lacking, even in industrialized countries. Furthermore, data on the presence of OMPs in freshwater ecosystems in South America is insufficient. Consequently, we assessed the co-occurrence and distribution of OMPs, including pharmaceuticals, pesticides, personal care products, surfactants, and other industrial OMPs, in surface waters of two river basins in central Chile. We focused on identifying and ranking quantified chemicals, classifying their mode of actions, as well as correlating their occurrence with distinct land uses. We identified and quantified 311 compounds that occurred at least once in the River Aconcagua and River Maipo basins, encompassing compounds from urban, agricultural, industrial, and pharmaceutical sectors. Pharmaceuticals were the most frequently occurring chemicals, followed by pesticides, personal care and household products. OMPs with neuroactive properties dominated surface waters in Central Chile, along with OMPs known to alter the cardiovascular and endocrine systems of humans and aquatic animals. Finally, we observed positive correlations between agricultural and urban land uses and OMPs. Our findings represent a step forward in extending current knowledge on the co-occurrence patterns of OMPs in aquatic environments, particularly in developing countries of the southern hemisphere.
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- Yolanda Soriano
- Food and Environmental Safety Research Group of the University of Valencia (SAMA-UV), Desertification Research Centre (CIDE) CSIC-GV-UV, Valencia, Spain
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- Department Exposure Science, Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research - UFZ, Leipzig, Germany
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- Soil and water conservation system group, Desertification Research Centre-CIDE (CSIC, GV, UV), Valencia, Spain
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- Food and Environmental Safety Research Group of the University of Valencia (SAMA-UV), Desertification Research Centre (CIDE) CSIC-GV-UV, Valencia, Spain
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- Department Exposure Science, Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research - UFZ, Leipzig, Germany; Department of Evolutionary Ecology and Environmental Toxicology, Goethe University Frankfurt/Main, Frankfurt/Main, Germany
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- Department Exposure Science, Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research - UFZ, Leipzig, Germany
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- Institute for Environmental Research, RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany; Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Institute for Environmental Research, RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany; Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden.
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Fender CL, Good SP, Garcia-Jaramillo M. An integrated approach to evaluating water contaminants and evaporation in agricultural water distribution systems. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2024; 287:117277. [PMID: 39515202 PMCID: PMC11608095 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2024.117277] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2024] [Revised: 10/26/2024] [Accepted: 10/30/2024] [Indexed: 11/16/2024]
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This study presents an innovative approach for assessing water quality in agricultural irrigation networks, integrating stable isotope analysis, in vivo zebrafish screening, and comprehensive chemical profiling to investigate the occurrence, transformation, and potential toxicity of organic contaminants. Stable isotope analysis was used to measure evaporation as a proxy for water residence time in the canal, while liquid chromatography-high resolution mass spectrometry (LC-HRMS) identified a range of organic compounds in water samples collected from both the irrigation canal and its source river. Results indicated a reduction in contaminant levels in the canal compared to the river, with the most significant evaporation and concentration changes occurring at a holding reservoir, suggesting that managing residence time could help reduce water loss in arid irrigation networks. The data also highlighted how evaporation, particularly during the dry, hot season, influences contaminant dynamics. Hierarchical clustering of LC-HRMS results showed notable differences between the chemical profiles of canal and river samples, indicating that irrigation systems may contribute to the degradation or removal of certain compounds. Over 60 % of detected compounds were naturally derived, with anthropogenic contaminants like pesticides and personal care products further highlighting human impacts. Priority contaminants, including DEET and 2-naphthalene sulfonic acid, likely originated from urban activities upstream. Initial screening using zebrafish embryos showed bioactivity across sites, confirming the presence of contaminants needing further examination. Correlation analysis linked natural compounds to evaporation rates, suggesting that flora and fauna play significant roles in the chemical makeup of canal water. Overall, this approach provides a comprehensive framework for monitoring irrigation water, offering insights into contaminant behavior and supporting the development of standardized methods for assessing chemical fate and ecological risks in agricultural irrigation systems.
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- Chloe L Fender
- Department of Environmental and Molecular Toxicology, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, USA
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- Department of Biological and Ecological Engineering, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, USA; Water Resources Graduate Program, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, USA
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- Department of Environmental and Molecular Toxicology, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, USA.
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Wang Z, Li X, Li Y, Liu H, Ki Lin CS, Sun J, Wang Q. Unveiling the occurrence and ecological risks of triclosan in surface water through meta-analysis. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (BARKING, ESSEX : 1987) 2024; 361:124901. [PMID: 39243936 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2024.124901] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2024] [Revised: 09/03/2024] [Accepted: 09/04/2024] [Indexed: 09/09/2024]
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Triclosan, a widely used antimicrobial agent, is frequently detected in aquatic environments, prompting concerns about its toxic effects on aquatic species. Understanding its occurrence and ecological risks is crucial for mitigating triclosan contamination, formulating water quality criteria, and protecting aquatic organisms. This study systematically analyzed triclosan occurrence and ecological risks in surface water across China using the Risk Quotient methodology. A total of 139 and 134 data points were collected for triclosan concentrations and toxicities of aquatic organisms, respectively. Triclosan concentrations in surface water across China ranged from 0.06 to 612 ng/L. Higher triclosan levels were observed in Eastern China compared to Central and Western China, with the average concentration being 4.21- and 7.25-fold higher, respectively. Specifically, the Southeast Rivers Basin (132.98 ng/L) and Pearl River Basin (86.64 ng/L) exhibited maximum triclosan levels, 2.57-19.58 times higher than the other river basins. Further analysis revealed elevated triclosan concentrations in small rivers and surface water within residential areas, with values of 246.1 ng/L in Zhejiang, 86.64 ng/L in Guangdong, 67.58 ng/L in Jiangsu, and 127.99 ng/L in Beijing. Additionally, species sensitivity distribution curves indicated that algae was the most sensitive species to triclosan exposure, followed by invertebrates, while fish exhibited the highest tolerance. The Predicted No-Effect Concentration for the algae, invertebrates, fish, and combined aquatic species were determined to be 0.09, 2.95, 4.44, and 1.51 μg/L, respectively. The occurrence of triclosan in surface water across China did not pose widespread ecological risks. However, targeted monitoring and mitigation efforts are needed, especially in highly developed regions. This study provides crucial insights into the status of triclosan contaminations and risks in China and contributes valuable knowledge to global efforts aimed at safeguarding aquatic ecosystems.
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- Zhenyao Wang
- Centre for Technology in Water and Wastewater, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW, 2007, Australia
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- Centre for Technology in Water and Wastewater, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW, 2007, Australia
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- Centre for Technology in Water and Wastewater, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW, 2007, Australia
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- Centre for Technology in Water and Wastewater, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW, 2007, Australia
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- School of Energy and Environment, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, China.
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- Centre for Technology in Water and Wastewater, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW, 2007, Australia.
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Zhou T, Li J, Zhang W, Zeng Y, Gao Y, Li H, Yang W, Mai Y, Liu Q, Hu C, Wang C. Pollution characteristics and risk assessment of endocrine-disrupting chemicals in surface water of national (freshwater) aquatic germplasm resource reserves in Guangdong Province. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE. PROCESSES & IMPACTS 2024; 26:1898-1911. [PMID: 39329192 DOI: 10.1039/d4em00425f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/28/2024]
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The distribution, composition, and risk assessment of 8 EDCs in the surface water of 14 national aquatic germplasm resource reserves (freshwater) were investigated during dry and wet seasons. Bisphenol A (BPA), nonylphenol (NP), and octylphenol (OP) were the main contributors of the 8 EDCs. The concentrations of phenolic pollutants in surface water during the dry season were higher than those in the wet season. However, no significant seasonal differences were found among the steroid hormones. According to the evaluation of estrogenic activity (EEQ > 1.0), E2 and EE2 were the main contributors to estrogenic activity. EDC mixtures posed a higher risk to crustaceans and fish (RQ > 1.0) and a moderate to high risk to algae (RQ > 0.1). Fish were the most sensitive aquatic organisms. In the study areas, EE2, E1, BPA, NP, and E2 had a higher risk than the other three compounds and should be controlled as a priority.
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- Tao Zhou
- College of Ecology and Environment, Chengdu University of Technology, Chengdu, 610059, PR China.
- Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, Guangdong, PR China.
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Aquatic Animal Immunology and Sustainable Aquaculture, Key Laboratory of Prevention and Control for Aquatic Invasive Alien Species, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
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- Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, Guangdong, PR China.
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Aquatic Animal Immunology and Sustainable Aquaculture, Key Laboratory of Prevention and Control for Aquatic Invasive Alien Species, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
- Fishery Ecological Environment Monitoring Center of Pearl River Basin, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
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- College of Ecology and Environment, Chengdu University of Technology, Chengdu, 610059, PR China.
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- Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, Guangdong, PR China.
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Aquatic Animal Immunology and Sustainable Aquaculture, Key Laboratory of Prevention and Control for Aquatic Invasive Alien Species, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
- Fishery Ecological Environment Monitoring Center of Pearl River Basin, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
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- Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, Guangdong, PR China.
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Aquatic Animal Immunology and Sustainable Aquaculture, Key Laboratory of Prevention and Control for Aquatic Invasive Alien Species, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
- Fishery Ecological Environment Monitoring Center of Pearl River Basin, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
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- Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, Guangdong, PR China.
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Aquatic Animal Immunology and Sustainable Aquaculture, Key Laboratory of Prevention and Control for Aquatic Invasive Alien Species, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
- Fishery Ecological Environment Monitoring Center of Pearl River Basin, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
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- Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, Guangdong, PR China.
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Aquatic Animal Immunology and Sustainable Aquaculture, Key Laboratory of Prevention and Control for Aquatic Invasive Alien Species, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
- Fishery Ecological Environment Monitoring Center of Pearl River Basin, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
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- Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, Guangdong, PR China.
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Aquatic Animal Immunology and Sustainable Aquaculture, Key Laboratory of Prevention and Control for Aquatic Invasive Alien Species, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
- Fishery Ecological Environment Monitoring Center of Pearl River Basin, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
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- Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, Guangdong, PR China.
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Aquatic Animal Immunology and Sustainable Aquaculture, Key Laboratory of Prevention and Control for Aquatic Invasive Alien Species, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
- Fishery Ecological Environment Monitoring Center of Pearl River Basin, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
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- Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, Guangdong, PR China.
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Aquatic Animal Immunology and Sustainable Aquaculture, Key Laboratory of Prevention and Control for Aquatic Invasive Alien Species, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
- Fishery Ecological Environment Monitoring Center of Pearl River Basin, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
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- Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou, 510380, Guangdong, PR China.
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Aquatic Animal Immunology and Sustainable Aquaculture, Key Laboratory of Prevention and Control for Aquatic Invasive Alien Species, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
- Fishery Ecological Environment Monitoring Center of Pearl River Basin, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangzhou 510380, PR China
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Ducrocq T, Merel S, Miège C. Review on analytical methods and occurrence of organic contaminants in continental water sediments. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 365:143275. [PMID: 39277038 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.143275] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2024] [Revised: 08/31/2024] [Accepted: 09/04/2024] [Indexed: 09/17/2024]
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Various industries produce a myriad of synthetic molecules used to satisfy our needs, but all these molecules are likely to reach aquatic environments. The number of organic contaminants found in rivers and lakes continues to rise, and part of this contamination gets transferred into sediments. Analytical methods to detect problematic substances in the environment often use mass spectrometry coupled with chromatography. Here we reviewed a set of 163 articles and compiled the relevant information into a comprehensive database for analysing organic contaminants in continental sediments including suspended particulate matter and surface and bottom sediments in lakes, rivers and estuaries. We found 1204 compounds detected at least once in sediments, and classified them into 11 categories, i.e. hydrocarbons, flame retardants, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB), plasticizers, per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), organochlorines (OCP) and other pesticides, pharmaceuticals, hormones, personal care products (PCP), and other contaminants. Concentrations of these compounds varied from a few ng to several mg/kg of dry sediment. Even hydrophilic compounds were detected in high concentrations. Well-known hydrophobic and persistent contaminants tend to be analysed with mass spectrometry coupled to gas chromatography (GC-MS) whereas contaminants of emerging concern (CEC) are usually analysed with liquid chromatography- mass spectrometry (LC-MS). Suspect screening and non-target analysis (NTA), which use high-resolution mass spectrometry, are still scarcely used on sediment but hold promise for gaining deeper knowledge of organic contamination in aquatic environments.
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- Tom Ducrocq
- INRAE, UR RiverLy, 5 Rue de la Doua, F-69625, Villeurbanne, France
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- INRAE, UR RiverLy, 5 Rue de la Doua, F-69625, Villeurbanne, France
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- INRAE, UR RiverLy, 5 Rue de la Doua, F-69625, Villeurbanne, France.
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Chen C, Tang J, Li F, Xue R, Xiao Y, Chen L, Yu G. Characterization and source apportionment of pharmaceuticals in surface water of the Yangtze Estuary and adjacent sea. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2024; 31:52171-52180. [PMID: 39141263 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-024-34693-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2024] [Accepted: 08/08/2024] [Indexed: 08/15/2024]
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Pharmaceuticals, which are closely linked to human activities, have attracted global attention. This study investigated the occurrence characteristics of 20 pharmaceuticals in surface water of the Yangtze Estuary and adjacent sea. A total of 14 targeted pharmaceuticals were detected in both spring and summer sampling campaigns. The mean concentrations of sulfonamides and non-sulfonamides were 36.60 ± 19.43 ng·L-1 and 50.02 ± 41.07 ng·L-1, respectively. As for non-antibiotics, their concentrations were in the range of 24.34 ± 916.8 ng·L-1 with caffeine accounting for 6.17 ~ 86.70% (average percentage of 42.22%). Meanwhile, spatial distribution patterns showed similarities between antibiotics and non-antibiotics, with high levels occurring near the upper estuary, aquaculture areas, wastewater treatment plants, and the maximum turbidity zone. This phenomenon could be related to the sources of pharmaceuticals and the physicochemical properties of water bodies. Obviously, the first three areas are highly impacted by human activities or serve as important sources of terrestrial contaminants entering the East China Sea. The last area retains high amounts of suspended particles which may exert strong trapping effects on hydrophobic chemicals. Principal component analysis revealed the presence of three potential sources for pharmaceuticals in the Yangtze Estuary, with a relatively high percentage originating from incompletely treated municipal sewage. As for the temporal trend, pharmaceutical contamination was found to be higher in spring compared to summer, potentially due to variations in pharmaceutical consumption patterns, local rainfalls, and water temperatures. These findings provide fundamental data support for implementing appropriate local management strategies for pharmaceutical usages.
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- Chunzhao Chen
- Advanced Interdisciplinary Institute of Environment and Ecology, Beijing Normal University, Zhuhai, 519087, China
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- Advanced Interdisciplinary Institute of Environment and Ecology, Beijing Normal University, Zhuhai, 519087, China
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- Department of Chemistry and Environmental Science, New Jersey Institute of Technology, New Jersey, NJ, USA
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- Institute of Science and Technology Information, Beijing Academy of Science and Technology, Beijing, 100089, China.
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- School of Environmental and Municipal Engineering, Qingdao University of Technology, Qingdao, 266520, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Pollution Control and Resource Reuse, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, China
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- Advanced Interdisciplinary Institute of Environment and Ecology, Beijing Normal University, Zhuhai, 519087, China
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Li X, Hu X, Zhao X, Wang F, Zhao Y. Pulsed electric field enhanced Bacillus sp. DL4 biodegradation of triclosan: focusing on operational performance and metabolomic analysis. ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY 2024; 45:4028-4041. [PMID: 37470412 DOI: 10.1080/09593330.2023.2238930] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2023] [Accepted: 07/07/2023] [Indexed: 07/21/2023]
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Electrochemical-assisted microbial degradation technology was considered a crucial strategy to reduce micropollutants, but the mechanism of the pulsed electric field (PEF) in affecting biodegradation had not been systematically studied. This study aimed to construct a bio-electrochemical system (BES) using PEF to investigate its effect on the degradation of triclosan (TCS) by the aerobic bacterium Bacillus sp. DL4. The operating optimal parameters for the BES (i.e. 0.01 A of the pulsed current, 1000 Hz of the pulse frequency, Fe (+)-C (-) of the plate materials, 4 cm of the plate spacing) were obtained by batch experiments. The maximum biomass (OD600 = 1.0 ± 0.05) was achieved and the removal efficiency of TCS reached above 95% in 24 h under the obtained operating conditions. Meanwhile, a thorough and methodical investigation of the metabolites in strain DL4 stimulated by PEF using untargeted Liquid Chromatography - Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS). In multivariate analysis, the experimental groups showed a notable separation in Principal Components Analysis (PCA) and Orthogonal Partial Least Squares Analysis discriminant analysis (OPLS-DA) score plots. A total of 3181 differential metabolites were obtained, and the up-regulated metabolites were mainly related to 'Aminoacyl-tRNA biosynthesis', 'Arginine and proline metabolism', 'Lysine degradation', 'ABC transporters', and 'TCA cycle', implying that PEF enhanced the degradation efficiency of TCS by enriching functional genes with transport ability and ion migration ability in cells. This study illuminated how PEF can affect TCS biodegradation and gives insights into the application prospect of electrochemical-assisted biodegradation technology in water environment treatment.
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- Xuejie Li
- Key Laboratory of Ministry of Education on Safe Mining of Deep Metal Mines, Northeastern University, Shenyang, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Ministry of Education on Safe Mining of Deep Metal Mines, Northeastern University, Shenyang, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Ministry of Education on Safe Mining of Deep Metal Mines, Northeastern University, Shenyang, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Ministry of Education on Safe Mining of Deep Metal Mines, Northeastern University, Shenyang, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Ministry of Education on Safe Mining of Deep Metal Mines, Northeastern University, Shenyang, People's Republic of China
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Li J, Lu Y, Chen H, Zheng D, Yang Q, Campos LC. Synthetic musks in the natural environment: Sources, occurrence, concentration, and fate-A review of recent developments (2010-2023). THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 922:171344. [PMID: 38432391 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.171344] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2023] [Revised: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 02/27/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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Synthetic musks (SMs) have served as cost-effective substitutes for natural musk compounds in personal care and daily chemical products for decades. Their widespread use has led to their detection in various environmental matrices, raising concerns about potential risks. Despite numerous studies on SM levels in different natural environments, a systematic review of their contemporary presence is lacking. This review aims to address this gap by summarising recent research developments on SMs in diverse natural environments, including river water, lake water, seawater, estuarine water, groundwater, snow, meltwater, sediments, aquatic suspended matter, soils, sands, outdoor air, and atmospheric particulate matter. Covering the period from 2010 to 2023, the review focuses on four SM categories: nitro, polycyclic, macrocyclic, and alicyclic. It systematically examines their sources, occurrences, concentrations, spatial and temporal variations, and fate. The literature reveals widespread detection of SMs in the natural environment (freshwater and sediments in particular), with polycyclic musks being the most studied group. Both direct (e.g., wastewater discharges) and indirect (e.g., human recreational activities) sources contribute to SM presence. Levels of SMs vary greatly among studies with higher levels observed in certain regions, such as sediments in Southeast Asia. Spatial and temporal variations are also evident. The fate of SMs in the environment depends on their physicochemical properties and environmental processes, including bioaccumulation, biodegradation, photodegradation, adsorption, phase exchange, hydro-dilution effects. Biodegradation and photodegradation can decrease SM levels, but may produce more persistent and eco-toxic products. Modelling approaches have been employed to analyse SM fate, especially for indirect processes like photodegradation or long-distance atmospheric transport. Future studies should further investigate the complex fate if SMs and their environmental influence. This review enhances understanding of SM status in the natural environment and supports efforts to control environmental contamination.
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- Jianan Li
- School of Environmental and Municipal Engineering, Qingdao University of Technology, Qingdao 266520, China
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- Department of Civil, Environmental & Geomatic Engineering, University College London, London WC1E 6BT, UK; Department of Structural Engineering, University of California San Diego, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093-0085, USA
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- Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis, University College London, London WC1E 6BT, UK
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- School of Environmental and Municipal Engineering, Qingdao University of Technology, Qingdao 266520, China
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- School of Environmental and Municipal Engineering, Qingdao University of Technology, Qingdao 266520, China
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- Centre for Urban Sustainability and Resilience, Department of Civil, Environmental & Geomatic Engineering, University College London, London WC1E 6BT, UK.
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Chen Y, Tan Y, Feng Y, Dong T, Jiang C, Wang C, Yang Y, Zhang Z. Selected legacy and emerging organic contaminants in sediments of China's Yangtze - the world's third longest river: Response to anthropogenic activities. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (BARKING, ESSEX : 1987) 2024; 346:123608. [PMID: 38428792 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2024.123608] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2023] [Revised: 02/16/2024] [Accepted: 02/17/2024] [Indexed: 03/03/2024]
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To explore contaminant concerns as a result of anthropogenic disturbance of the river system, this study provided the first extensive investigation of the contamination profiles, possible driving factors, and ecological risks of 40 target compounds including pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs), neonicotinoid pesticides (NNIs), polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs), and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in sediments of the whole Yangtze River (the world's third longest river). Among these target compounds, PPCPs were the dominant contaminants with a total concentration (∑15PPCPs) of 2.13-14.99 ng/g, followed by ∑7PCBs (
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- Yulin Chen
- Hubei Key Laboratory of Mineral Resources Processing and Environment, School of Resources and Environmental Engineering, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan, 430070, China; The James Hutton Institute, Craigiebuckler, Aberdeen, AB15 8QH, UK
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Mineral Resources Processing and Environment, School of Resources and Environmental Engineering, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan, 430070, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Mineral Resources Processing and Environment, School of Resources and Environmental Engineering, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan, 430070, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Mineral Resources Processing and Environment, School of Resources and Environmental Engineering, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan, 430070, China
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- Key Laboratory of Aquatic Botany and Watershed Ecology, Wuhan Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- The James Hutton Institute, Craigiebuckler, Aberdeen, AB15 8QH, UK
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- Key Laboratory of Aquatic Botany and Watershed Ecology, Wuhan Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Mineral Resources Processing and Environment, School of Resources and Environmental Engineering, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan, 430070, China; The James Hutton Institute, Craigiebuckler, Aberdeen, AB15 8QH, UK.
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Jiang X, Long J, Song Y, Qi X, Li P, Pan K, Yan C, Xu H, Liu H. The effect of triclosan on intergeneric horizontal transmission of plasmid-mediated tigecycline resistance gene tet(X4) from Citrobacter freundii isolated from grass carp gut. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (BARKING, ESSEX : 1987) 2024; 346:123658. [PMID: 38432343 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2024.123658] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2023] [Revised: 01/26/2024] [Accepted: 02/24/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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The transmission of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in pathogenic bacteria affects culture animal health, endangers food safety, and thus gravely threatens public health. However, information about the effect of disinfectants - triclosan (TCS) on ARGs dissemination of bacterial pathogens in aquatic animals is still limited. One Citrobacter freundii (C. freundii) strain harboring tet(X4)-resistant plasmid was isolated from farmed grass carp guts, and subsequently conjugative transfer frequency from C. freundii to Escherichia coli C600 (E. coli C600) was analyzed under different mating time, temperature, and ratio. The effect of different concentrations of TCS (0.02, 0.2, 2, 20, 200 and 2000 μg/L) on the conjugative transfer was detected. The optimum conditions for conjugative transfer were at 37 °C for 8h with mating ratio of 2:1 or 1:1 (C. freundii: E. coli C600). The conjugative transfer frequency was significantly promoted under TCS treatment and reached the maximum value under 2.00 μg/L TCS with 18.39 times that of the control group. Reactive oxygen species (ROS), superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT) activities, cell membrane permeability of C. freundii and E. coli C600 were obviously increased under TCS stress. Scanning electron microscope showed that the cell membrane surface of the conjugative strains was wrinkled and pitted, even broken at 2.00 μg/L TCS, while lysed or even ruptured at 200.00 μg/L TCS. In addition, TCS up-regulated expression levels of oxidative stress genes (katE, hemF, bcp, hemA, katG, ahpF, and ahpC) and cell membrane-related genes (fimC, bamE and ompA) of donor and recipient bacteria. Gene Ontology (GO) enrichment demonstrated significant changes in categories relevant to pilus, porin activity, transmembrane transporter activity, transferase activity, hydrolase activity, material transport and metabolism. Taken together, a tet(X4)-resistant plasmid could horizontal transmission among different pathogens, while TCS can promote the propagation of the resistant plasmid.
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- Xinxin Jiang
- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- Powerchina Northwest Engineering Corporation Limited, Xi'an, 710065, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712100, Shaanxi, China.
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Wang Z, Li Z, Lou Q, Pan J, Wang J, Men S, Yan Z. Ecological risk assessment of 50 emerging contaminants in surface water of the Greater Bay Area, China. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 907:168105. [PMID: 37884156 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.168105] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2023] [Revised: 09/30/2023] [Accepted: 10/23/2023] [Indexed: 10/28/2023]
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Ecological risk assessment of emerging contaminants (ECs) is an international research hotspot and is also the focus of China's "14th Five-Year Plan". The Greater Bay Area (GBA) is one of the four major bay areas in the world and the most dynamic region in China. However, there are few studies on the risk assessment of ECs in the GBA, and there needs to be a systematic and comprehensive assessment of the ecological risk of ECs. We selectively collected environmental concentration and toxicity data reported in the literature before 2022 for 50 representative ECs. We use risk quotient (RQ), semi-probability, Margin of Safety (MOS), and joint Probability curve (JPC) methods for multiple-level risk assessment. The RQ results showed that there were primary ecological risks in 20 ECs. Nine ECs were screened by the semi-probability, MOS, and JPC methods. The total risk probability of nonylphenol (NP) to the GBA was 12.11 %, and the risk to the aquatic ecological environment was the highest, followed by α-endosulfan (α-END) and erythromycin (ERY). At the same time, a comprehensive assessment method was adopted to screen the list of medium and high-risk priority pollutants in the GBA. According to the comprehensive evaluation results, although the risk is low, perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) still deserves widespread attention. The results showed that NP, α-END, ERY, and PFOA may be the most concerned ECs in the GBA. This research fills the gap on the ECs ecological risk assessment of the GBA and can provide a theoretical reference for managers in the follow-up of ECs regulatory governance.
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- Ziye Wang
- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China; College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266100, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266100, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266100, China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266100, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China.
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Chen J, Zhang B, Wang C, Wang P, Cui G, Gao H, Feng B, Zhang J. Insight into the enhancement effect of humic acid on microbial degradation of triclosan in anaerobic sediments. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2024; 461:132549. [PMID: 37717441 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2023.132549] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2023] [Revised: 08/21/2023] [Accepted: 09/11/2023] [Indexed: 09/19/2023]
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Humic acid (HA) as one class of macromolecular substances plays important roles in mediating environmental behaviors of pollutants in sediments, but its effect on microbial degradation of triclosan (TCS), a common antibacterial drug, remains unclear. In this study, the effects of HA addition with different dosages (0-5%) on TCS degradation in anaerobic sediment slurries and the underlying microbial mechanisms were investigated. The results showed that HA addition significantly accelerated the TCS removal and the maximum removal percentage (30.2%) was observed in the sediment slurry with 5% HA addition. The iron reduction rate, relative abundances of the genera Comamonas, Pseudomonas and Geobacter, and bacterial network complexity in sediment slurry were significantly enhanced due to HA addition. Based on the partial least squares path modeling analysis, the enhancement effect of HA on TCS degradation was mainly explained by Fe(II):Fe(III) ratio with the highest influence on TCS removal (total effect: 0.723), followed by dominant genera abundances (total effect: 0.391), module relative abundance (total effect: 0.272), and network topological features (total effect: 0.263). This finding enhanced our understanding of the role of HA in TCS biodegradation in contaminated sediments for bioremediation purposes.
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- Juan Chen
- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Department on Shallow Lakes, Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, 1 Xikang Road, Nanjing 210098, PR China.
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- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Department on Shallow Lakes, Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, 1 Xikang Road, Nanjing 210098, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Department on Shallow Lakes, Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, 1 Xikang Road, Nanjing 210098, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Department on Shallow Lakes, Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, 1 Xikang Road, Nanjing 210098, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Department on Shallow Lakes, Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, 1 Xikang Road, Nanjing 210098, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Department on Shallow Lakes, Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, 1 Xikang Road, Nanjing 210098, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Department on Shallow Lakes, Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, 1 Xikang Road, Nanjing 210098, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Integrated Regulation and Resource Department on Shallow Lakes, Ministry of Education, College of Environment, Hohai University, 1 Xikang Road, Nanjing 210098, PR China
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Fu L, Sun Y, Zhou J, Li H, Liang SX. Parabens, Triclosan and Bisphenol A in Surface Waters and Sediments of Baiyang Lake, China: Occurrence, Distribution, and Potential Risk Assessment. TOXICS 2023; 12:31. [PMID: 38250987 PMCID: PMC10819025 DOI: 10.3390/toxics12010031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2023] [Revised: 12/26/2023] [Accepted: 12/26/2023] [Indexed: 01/23/2024]
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The extensive use of the parabens triclosan (TCS) and bisphenol A (BPA) has potential adverse effects on human health and aquatic organisms. However, their monitoring information in freshwater lakes is still limited. This study simultaneously summarized the concentrations, spatial distribution characteristics, and correlations of four types of parabens, TCS, and BPA in the surface water and sediment of Baiyang Lake. Finally, the potential risks of target pollutants were evaluated from two aspects: human health risks and ecological risks. The average contaminations of target compounds in surface water and sediment-BPA, TCS, and ∑4 parabens-was 33.1, 26.1, 0.7 ng/L and 24.5, 32.5, 2.5 ng/g, respectively. The total concentration of target compounds at the inlet of the upstream Fu River and Baigouyin River is significantly higher than that near Hunan and the outlet. In addition, Spearman's correlation analysis showed a significant positive correlation between compounds. The health hazards of target compounds in surface water were all within safe limits. However, the risk quotient results indicate that in some locations in surface water, TCS poses a high risk to algae and a moderate risk to invertebrates and fish, and appropriate attention should be paid to these areas.
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- Liguo Fu
- College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Hebei University, Baoding 071002, China; (L.F.); (Y.S.)
- Key Laboratory of Analytical Science and Technology of Hebei Province, Baoding 071002, China
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- College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Hebei University, Baoding 071002, China; (L.F.); (Y.S.)
- Key Laboratory of Analytical Science and Technology of Hebei Province, Baoding 071002, China
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- Baiyangdian Basin Eco-Environmental Support Center, Shijiazhuang 050056, China; (J.Z.)
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- Baiyangdian Basin Eco-Environmental Support Center, Shijiazhuang 050056, China; (J.Z.)
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- College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Hebei University, Baoding 071002, China; (L.F.); (Y.S.)
- Key Laboratory of Analytical Science and Technology of Hebei Province, Baoding 071002, China
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Semerjian L, Aissaoui S, Shanableh A, Okoh A, Elhadi R, Mousa M, Alhameed RA, Hassan JAJ, Akhtar I, Semreen MH. Occurrence, spatial and seasonal variations of emerging contaminants in the aquatic environment of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. CHEMOSPHERE 2023; 345:140426. [PMID: 37844698 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2023.140426] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2023] [Revised: 09/16/2023] [Accepted: 10/10/2023] [Indexed: 10/18/2023]
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The occurrence, seasonal variations and spatial distribution of emerging contaminants (ECs) in wastewater effluents from wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) and UAE's receiving coastal aquatic environment (seawater and sediments) were evaluated in the present study. A total of 21, 23, and 22 contaminants in the effluents, seawater, and sediments, respectively, at concentrations ranging from low ng L-1 up to 1782 ng L-1 in effluents, from low ng/l up to 236.10 ng L-1 in seawater, and from low ng g-1 up to 60.15 ng g-1 in sediments were recorded. The study revealed that imidacloprid, thiabendazole, and acetaminophen were the most ubiquitous compounds in effluents, seawater, and sediments, respectively, since they were found in all samples collected with a detection frequency of 100%. The study also revealed that the higher concentrations of most contaminants were recorded in autumn. However, thiabendazole in effluents and seawater, acetamiprid in effluents, and sulphapyridine in seawater and sediments showed a higher load in winter. This study highlights the need for proper monitoring and management of ECs in wastewater effluents, seawater, and sediments, especially during the autumn and winter seasons, to minimize their impact on the marine ecosystem and public health.
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- Lucy Semerjian
- Department of Environmental Health Sciences, College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, P.O.Box 27272, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates; Research Institute of Science and Engineering, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
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- Department of Environmental Health Sciences, College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, P.O.Box 27272, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates; Laboratory of Molecular Toxicology, Faculty of Nature and Life Sciences, University of Jijel, Algeria
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- Research Institute of Science and Engineering, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates; Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Environmental Health Sciences, College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, P.O.Box 27272, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates; Research Institute of Science and Engineering, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates; SAMRC Microbial Water Quality Monitoring Centre, University of Fort Hare, Alice, 5700, South Africa
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- Department of Environmental Health Sciences, College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, P.O.Box 27272, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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- Research Institute of Science and Engineering, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry, College of Pharmacy, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates; Research Institute for Medical and Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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- Drainage Department, Sharjah Municipality, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry, College of Pharmacy, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates; Research Institute for Medical and Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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Xiao Y, Han D, Currell M, Song X, Zhang Y. Review of Endocrine Disrupting Compounds (EDCs) in China's water environments: Implications for environmental fate, transport and health risks. WATER RESEARCH 2023; 245:120645. [PMID: 37769420 DOI: 10.1016/j.watres.2023.120645] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2023] [Revised: 08/25/2023] [Accepted: 09/17/2023] [Indexed: 09/30/2023]
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Endocrine Disrupting Compounds (EDCs) are ubiquitous in soil and water system and have become a great issue of environmental and public health concern since the 1990s. However, the occurrence and mechanism(s) of EDCs' migration and transformation at the watershed scale are poorly understood. A review of EDCs pollution in China's major watersheds (and comparison to other countries) has been carried out to better assess these issues and associated ecological risks, compiling a large amount of data. Comparing the distribution characteristics of EDCs in water environments around the world and analyzing various measures and systems for managing EDCs internationally, the significant insights of the review are: 1) There are significant spatial differences and concentration variations of EDCs in surface water and groundwater in China, yet all regions present non-negligible ecological risks. 2) The hyporheic zone, as a transitional zone of surface water and groundwater interaction, can effectively adsorb and degrade EDCs and prevent the migration of high concentrations of EDCs from surface water to groundwater. This suggests that more attention needs to be paid to the role played by critical zones in water environments, when considering the removal of EDCs in water environments. 3) In China, there is a lack of comprehensive and effective regulations to limit and reduce EDCs generated during human activities and their discharge into the water environment. 4) To prevent the deterioration of surface water and groundwater quality, the monitoring and management of EDCs in water environments should be strengthened in China. This review provides a thorough survey of scientifically valid data and recommendations for the development of policies for the management of EDCs in China's water environment.
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- Yi Xiao
- Key Laboratory of Water Cycle & Related Land Surface Processes, Institute of Geographic Sciences and Natural Resources Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100101, China; College of Resources and Environment, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Key Laboratory of Water Cycle & Related Land Surface Processes, Institute of Geographic Sciences and Natural Resources Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100101, China; College of Resources and Environment, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China.
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- School of Engineering, RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC, 3001, SA; Australian Rivers Institute, Griffith University, Nathan, Queensland, 4111, SA
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- Key Laboratory of Water Cycle & Related Land Surface Processes, Institute of Geographic Sciences and Natural Resources Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100101, China; College of Resources and Environment, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Chinese Academy of Surveying and Mapping, Beijing, 100036, China
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Li Y, Wang J, Lin C, Wang A, He M, Liu X, Ouyang W. Socioeconomic and seasonal effects on spatiotemporal trends in estrogen occurrence and ecological risk within a river across low-urbanized and high-husbandry landscapes. ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL 2023; 180:108246. [PMID: 37802008 DOI: 10.1016/j.envint.2023.108246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2023] [Revised: 08/30/2023] [Accepted: 09/30/2023] [Indexed: 10/08/2023]
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Estrogen pollution is a persistent issue in rivers. This study investigated the occurrence, spatiotemporal variation mechanisms, sources, and ecological risks of estrone (E1), 17β-estradiol (E2), estriol (E3), 17α-ethinylestradiol (EE2), diethylstilbestrol (DES), and bisphenol-A (BPA) in the waters of the Zijiang River, a tributary of the middle Yangtze River. The results revealed elevated detection frequencies and estrogen concentrations in the dry season compared to the wet season, mainly due to the precipitation dilution effect. Total estrogen concentration ranged from 21.2 to 97.5 ng/L in the dry season, which was significantly correlated to spatial distributions of animal husbandry and population. Among the estrogens studied in the river, E2, BPA, and EE2 were predominant. The collective sources of E1, E2, E3, and EE2 were traced back to human and husbandry excrement, whereas BPA emitted from daily life products, contributing to 55.5% and 42.7% of the total estrogen concentration, respectively. Particularly, the average and median E1, E2, and EE2 concentrations in the river exceeded the environmental quality standards of the European Union. The total estrogenic activity dominated by EE2 exceeded the 1 ng E2/L threshold, with levels exceeding 10 ng E2/L during the dry season. The risk quotients exhibited a high ecological risk of E1 and EE2 to fish and a moderate to high ecological risk of E1 to crustaceans, EE2 to mollusks, and E2 to fish. Therefore, E1, E2, and EE2 pollution of the river may lead to both high estrogenic potency and moderate or high ecological risk; thus, they should be considered priority pollutants in the river. These results yield valuable insights into the spatiotemporal change mechanisms, sources, and ecological risks of estrogens in river water of low-urbanization and rural watersheds.
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- Yun Li
- School of Environment, Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, China
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- College of Water Sciences, Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, China.
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- School of Environment, Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, China
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- School of Environment, Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, China
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- School of Environment, Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, China
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- School of Environment, Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, China
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- School of Environment, Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, China
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Tasselli S, Rogora M, Orrù A, Guzzella L. Behaviour of synthetic musk fragrances in freshwaters: occurrence, relations with environmental parameters, and preliminary risk assessment. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2023; 30:109643-109658. [PMID: 37777704 PMCID: PMC10622367 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-30030-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2023] [Accepted: 09/18/2023] [Indexed: 10/02/2023]
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The aims of this study were to investigate the presence, possible sources, and potential ecological risks of synthetic musk fragrances in freshwaters and sediments of the main tributaries of a deep subalpine lake in Northern Italy. The total musk concentrations ranged from few ng L-1 up to values > 500 ng L-1, depending on river characteristics: water flow and the presence of wastewater effluents proved to be the main factors affecting fragrance concentrations. The water flow may indeed dilute fragrance input mainly deriving from treated wastewaters. Good correlations (determination coefficients > 0.60) between synthetic fragrances concentrations and parameters related to anthropogenic impacts confirmed this hypothesis: synthetic fragrances were mainly detected in most polluted rivers crossing urbanized areas. Sediment analysis highlighted accumulation of fragrances in this matrix. Concentrations of synthetic fragrances up to 329 ng g-1 organic carbon were measured in sediments of the most contaminated rivers Boesio and Bardello, which also show the highest nutrient content. The preliminary environmental risk assessment revealed that present levels of synthetic musk fragrances do not pose any risk to the studied environmental compartments. However, a probable medium risk level was evidenced during the dry season in the most contaminated rivers Boesio and Bardello. For these reasons, small rivers draining urbanized watersheds and affected by wastewater effluents should be considered synthetic musk contamination hotspots that warrant further research.
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- Stefano Tasselli
- National Research Council - Water Research Institute (CNR-IRSA), Via del Mulino 19, 20861, Brugherio, (MB), Italy.
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- National Research Council - Water Research Institute (CNR-IRSA), L.Go Tonolli 50, 28922, Verbania, (VB), Italy
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- National Research Council - Water Research Institute (CNR-IRSA), L.Go Tonolli 50, 28922, Verbania, (VB), Italy
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- National Research Council - Water Research Institute (CNR-IRSA), Via del Mulino 19, 20861, Brugherio, (MB), Italy
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Zhao JH, Hu LX, Xiao S, Zhao JL, Liu YS, Yang B, Zhang QQ, Ying GG. Screening and prioritization of organic chemicals in a large river basin by suspect and non-target analysis. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (BARKING, ESSEX : 1987) 2023; 333:122098. [PMID: 37352960 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2023.122098] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2023] [Revised: 06/11/2023] [Accepted: 06/20/2023] [Indexed: 06/25/2023]
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Many organic chemicals are present in aquatic environments, but how to screen and prioritize these chemicals has always been a difficult task. Here we investigated organic chemicals in the West River Basin by using a developed non-target identification workflow. A total of 957 chemicals were tentatively identified, with 96 assigned as high confidence levels by matching with reference standards, MassBank spectral library, and using CompTox Chemistry Dashboard database as the compound library for MetFrag. More pesticides and their transformation products (e.g., metolachlor ESA, acetochlor ESA, deethylatrazine, and hydroxyatrazine) were detected in the wet season due to the increasing usage. High detection of pharmaceutical and personal care products and their transformation products in the tributaries was linked to rural farming and human activities. Irbesartan that is used to treat high blood pressure was recognized in the river and positive correlations between some detected chemicals and irbesartan were observed, indicating a domestic wastewater source. Ecological risks of the identified chemicals were calculated by toxicological prioritization ranking schemes, and 24 chemicals showed high ToxPi scores in the river. The results from this study show the presence of a large number of emerging organic chemicals in our waterways, and demonstrated conceptual schemes for integrating risk assessment into a non-target screening workflow.
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- Jia-Hui Zhao
- SCNU Environmental Research Institute, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Pollution and Environmental Safety & MOE Key Laboratory of Theoretical Chemistry of Environment, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006, China; School of Environment, South China Normal University, University Town, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- SCNU Environmental Research Institute, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Pollution and Environmental Safety & MOE Key Laboratory of Theoretical Chemistry of Environment, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006, China; School of Environment, South China Normal University, University Town, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- SCNU Environmental Research Institute, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Pollution and Environmental Safety & MOE Key Laboratory of Theoretical Chemistry of Environment, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006, China; School of Environment, South China Normal University, University Town, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- SCNU Environmental Research Institute, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Pollution and Environmental Safety & MOE Key Laboratory of Theoretical Chemistry of Environment, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006, China; School of Environment, South China Normal University, University Town, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- SCNU Environmental Research Institute, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Pollution and Environmental Safety & MOE Key Laboratory of Theoretical Chemistry of Environment, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006, China; School of Environment, South China Normal University, University Town, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- SCNU Environmental Research Institute, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Pollution and Environmental Safety & MOE Key Laboratory of Theoretical Chemistry of Environment, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006, China; School of Environment, South China Normal University, University Town, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- SCNU Environmental Research Institute, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Pollution and Environmental Safety & MOE Key Laboratory of Theoretical Chemistry of Environment, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006, China; School of Environment, South China Normal University, University Town, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- SCNU Environmental Research Institute, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Pollution and Environmental Safety & MOE Key Laboratory of Theoretical Chemistry of Environment, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006, China; School of Environment, South China Normal University, University Town, Guangzhou, 510006, China.
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Su Y, Li F, Xiao X, Li H, Wang D, You J. Ecological risk of galaxolide and its transformation product galaxolidone: evidence from the literature and a case study in Guangzhou waterways. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE. PROCESSES & IMPACTS 2023; 25:1337-1346. [PMID: 37387310 DOI: 10.1039/d3em00139c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/01/2023]
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Galaxolidone (HHCB-lac) is a major transformation product of the commonly used synthetic musk galaxolide (HHCB) and is ubiquitous in the environment along with the parent compound. Although many studies have shown the harmful effects of HHCB, little attention has been paid to the potential ecological risk of HHCB-lac. Herein, we reviewed the concentrations and ratios of HHCB and HHCB-lac (HHCB-lac : HHCB) in different media reported in the literature, derived the predicted no-effect concentrations (PNECs) for the two compounds using ECOSAR predictions and species sensitivity distribution (SSD) estimates, and assessed their ecological risks in the aquatic environment. The literature data indicated that HHCB-lac and HHCB were generally present in the environment at ratios of 0.01-10. Using the derived PNECs (2.14 and 18.4 μg L-1 for HHCB and HHCB-lac, respectively), HHCB in the aquatic environment was assessed to have medium to high risks, while HHCB-lac was assessed to have low risks. Furthermore, we carried out a case study on the occurrence and ecological risks of HHCB and HHCB-lac in Guangzhou waterways. The concentrations of the two compounds in Guangzhou waterways ranged from 20 to 2620 ng L-1 and 3 to 740 ng L-1, respectively, and the ratios were in the range of 0.15 to 0.64. The field study data also showed medium to high risks of HHCB and low risks of HHCB-lac. Additionally, the endocrine effects of HHCB and HHCB-lac were confirmed by Endocrine Disruptome, which calls for greater scrutiny of the potential effects of HHCB and HHCB-lac on human health.
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- Yanrong Su
- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Pollution and Health, School of Environment, Jinan University, Guangzhou, 511443, China.
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Pollution and Health, School of Environment, Jinan University, Guangzhou, 511443, China.
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Pollution and Health, School of Environment, Jinan University, Guangzhou, 511443, China.
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Pollution and Health, School of Environment, Jinan University, Guangzhou, 511443, China.
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Pollution and Health, School of Environment, Jinan University, Guangzhou, 511443, China.
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Pollution and Health, School of Environment, Jinan University, Guangzhou, 511443, China.
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Xu X, Xu Y, Xu N, Pan B, Shu F, Ni J. Bioaccumulation of pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) in freshwater pearl mussels Hyriopsis cumingii in Poyang Lake. MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN 2023; 193:115221. [PMID: 37390627 DOI: 10.1016/j.marpolbul.2023.115221] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2023] [Revised: 06/19/2023] [Accepted: 06/22/2023] [Indexed: 07/02/2023]
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Thirty-five PPCPs were measured in representative freshwater pearl mussels (Hyriopsis cumingii) in Poyang Lake, the largest lake of China, as well as their responses to sedimentary PPCPs. We observed 32 PPCPs in soft tissues of mussels at a total concentration of 2721.5 ± 929.3 ng·g-1 dry weight (dw), much higher than those in sediments (21 PPCPs, 273.2 ± 89.4 ng·g-1 dw). Anti-inflammatories were the primary contaminants detected in both sediments and mussels. PPCP concentrations in mussels exhibited significant organ-specific characteristics, and gonads were identified as a hotspot for these contaminants. Correlation analysis showed that gonads were more likely to assimilate triclosan from sediments. Biochemical analysis revealed a higher physiological sensitivity of glutathione synthesis in gonads to sedimentary PPCPs, suggesting the long-term oxidative damage. Our findings highlight the concern on the potential effects of sedimentary PPCPs to propagation of mussels, and emphasize the necessity to formulate strategies for sedimentary PPCPs control targeting a healthy lake.
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- Xuming Xu
- Department of Environmental Engineering, Peking University, The Key Laboratory of Water and Sediment Sciences, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100871, China; State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of All Material Fluxes in River Ecosystems, Beijing 100871, China
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory for Heavy Metal Pollution Control and Reutilization, School of Environment and Energy, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, Shenzhen 518055, China
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory for Heavy Metal Pollution Control and Reutilization, School of Environment and Energy, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, Shenzhen 518055, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Eco-hydraulics in Northwest Arid Region of China, Xi'an University of Technology, Xi'an 710048, China
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- College of Life Sciences, Qufu Normal University, Qufu 273165, China
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- Department of Environmental Engineering, Peking University, The Key Laboratory of Water and Sediment Sciences, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100871, China; State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of All Material Fluxes in River Ecosystems, Beijing 100871, China; State Key Laboratory of Plateau Ecology and Agriculture, Qinghai University, Xining 810016, China
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Pinheiro M, Martins I, Raimundo J, Caetano M, Neuparth T, Santos MM. Stressors of emerging concern in deep-sea environments: microplastics, pharmaceuticals, personal care products and deep-sea mining. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2023; 876:162557. [PMID: 36898539 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.162557] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2023] [Revised: 02/16/2023] [Accepted: 02/26/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Although most deep-sea areas are remote in comparison to coastal zones, a growing body of literature indicates that many sensitive ecosystems could be under increased stress from anthropogenic sources. Among the multiple potential stressors, microplastics (MPs), pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs/PCPs) and the imminent start of commercial deep-sea mining have received increased attention. Here we review recent literature on these emerging stressors in deep-sea environments and discuss cumulative effects with climate change associated variables. Importantly, MPs and PPCPs have been detected in deep-sea waters, organisms and sediments, in some locations in comparable levels to coastal areas. The Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea are the most studied areas and where higher levels of MPs and PPCPs have been detected. The paucity of data for most other deep-sea ecosystems indicates that many more locations are likely to be contaminated by these emerging stressors, but the absence of studies hampers a better assessment of the potential risk. The main knowledge gaps in the field are identified and discussed, and future research priorities are highlighted to improve hazard and risk assessment.
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- Marlene Pinheiro
- CIIMAR/CIMAR-LA - Interdisciplinary Centre of Marine and Environmental Research, Avenida General Norton de Matos S/N, 4450-208 Matosinhos, Portugal; FCUP - Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, University of Porto, Rua do Campo Alegre S/N, 4169-007 Porto, Portugal
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- CIIMAR/CIMAR-LA - Interdisciplinary Centre of Marine and Environmental Research, Avenida General Norton de Matos S/N, 4450-208 Matosinhos, Portugal
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- CIIMAR/CIMAR-LA - Interdisciplinary Centre of Marine and Environmental Research, Avenida General Norton de Matos S/N, 4450-208 Matosinhos, Portugal; IPMA - Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere, Avenida Alfredo Magalhães Ramalho 6, 1495-165 Algés, Portugal
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- CIIMAR/CIMAR-LA - Interdisciplinary Centre of Marine and Environmental Research, Avenida General Norton de Matos S/N, 4450-208 Matosinhos, Portugal; IPMA - Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere, Avenida Alfredo Magalhães Ramalho 6, 1495-165 Algés, Portugal
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- CIIMAR/CIMAR-LA - Interdisciplinary Centre of Marine and Environmental Research, Avenida General Norton de Matos S/N, 4450-208 Matosinhos, Portugal.
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- CIIMAR/CIMAR-LA - Interdisciplinary Centre of Marine and Environmental Research, Avenida General Norton de Matos S/N, 4450-208 Matosinhos, Portugal; FCUP - Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, University of Porto, Rua do Campo Alegre S/N, 4169-007 Porto, Portugal.
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Adhikari A, Das BK, Ganguly S, Nag SK, Sadhukhan D, Raut SS. Emerging contaminant triclosan incites endocrine disruption, reproductive impairments and oxidative stress in the commercially important carp, Catla (Labeo catla): An insight through molecular, histopathological and bioinformatic approach. Comp Biochem Physiol C Toxicol Pharmacol 2023; 268:109605. [PMID: 36906249 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbpc.2023.109605] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2023] [Revised: 03/02/2023] [Accepted: 03/06/2023] [Indexed: 03/11/2023]
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Triclosan (TCS), a broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent is ubiquitous in aquatic ecosystems; however, the mechanisms regarding TCS-induced reproductive toxicity in the teleost still remains uncertain. In this context, Labeo catla were subjected to sub-lethal doses of TCS for 30 days and variations in expression of genes and hormones comprising the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis along with alterations in sex steroids were evaluated. Moreover, manifestation of oxidative stress, histopathological alterations, in silico docking and the potential to bioaccumulate were also investigated. Exposure to TCS may lead to an inevitable onset of the steroidogenic pathway through its interaction at several loci along the reproductive axis: TCS stimulated synthesis of kisspeptin 2 (Kiss 2) mRNAs which in turn prompts the hypothalamus to secrete gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH), resulting in elevated serum 17β-estradiol (E2) as a consequence; TCS exposure increased aromatase synthesis by brain, which by converting androgens to oestrogens may raise E2 levels; Moreover, TCS treatment resulted in elevated production of GnRH and gonadotropins by the hypothalamus and pituitary, respectively resulting in the induction of E2. The elevation in serum E2 may be linked to abnormally elevated levels of vitellogenin (Vtg) with harmful consequences evident as hypertrophy of hepatocytes and increment in hepatosomatic indices. Additionally, molecular docking studies revealed potential interactions with multiple targets viz. Vtg and luteinizing hormone (LH). Furthermore, TCS exposure induced oxidative stress and caused extensive damage to tissue architecture. This study elucidated molecular mechanisms underlying TCS-induced reproductive toxicity and the need for regulated use and efficient alternatives which could suffice for TCS.
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- Anupam Adhikari
- ICAR- Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore, Kolkata 700120, India
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- ICAR- Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore, Kolkata 700120, India.
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- ICAR- Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore, Kolkata 700120, India
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- ICAR- Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore, Kolkata 700120, India
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- ICAR- Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore, Kolkata 700120, India
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Chae H, Kwon BR, Lee S, Moon HB, Choi K. Adverse thyroid hormone and behavioral alterations induced by three frequently used synthetic musk compounds in embryo-larval zebrafish (Danio rerio). CHEMOSPHERE 2023; 324:138273. [PMID: 36868414 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2023.138273] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2022] [Revised: 02/21/2023] [Accepted: 02/27/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Synthetic musk compounds (SMCs) have been extensively used in numerous consumer products, such as perfumes, cosmetics, soap, and fabric softener. Due to their bioaccumulative nature, these compounds have often been detected in the aquatic ecosystem. However, their effects on endocrine and behavioral effects in freshwater fish have rarely been investigated. In the present study, thyroid disruption and neurobehavioral toxicity of SMCs were investigated using embryo-larval zebrafish (Danio rerio). Three frequently used SMCs, i.e., musk ketone (MK), 1,3,4,6,7,8-hexahydro-4,6,6,7,8,8-hexamethyl-cyclopenta [g]- benzopyran (HHCB), and 6-acetyl-1,1,2,4,4,7-hexamethyltetralin (AHTN), were chosen. Experimental concentrations for HHCB and AHTN were selected to include the maximum levels reported in the ambient water. The 5-day exposure to either MK or HHCB led to significant decrease of T4 concentration in the larval fish at the levels as low as 0.13 μg/L, even though compensatory transcriptional changes, e.g., up-regulation of hypothalamic crhβ gene and/or down-regulation of ugt1ab gene, were taken place. In contrast, AHTN exposure resulted in up-regulation of crhβ, nis, ugt1ab, and dio2 genes but did not alter T4 level, suggesting its lesser thyroid disrupting potential. All tested SMCs caused hypoactivity of the larval fish. Several genes related to neurogenesis or development, e.g., mbp and syn2a, were down-regulated, but the patterns of transcriptional changes were different among the tested SMCs. The present observations demonstrate that MK and HHCB can decrease T4 levels and cause hypoactivity of the larval zebrafish. It requires attention that HHCB and AHTN could influence thyroid hormone or behavior of the larval fish even at the levels close to those observed in the ambient environment. Further studies on potential ecological consequences of these SMCs in freshwater environment are warranted.
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- Heeyeon Chae
- Department of Environmental Health Sciences, Graduate School of Public Health, Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Environmental Health Sciences, Graduate School of Public Health, Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea
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- Marine Environment Research Division, National Institute of Fisheries Science, Busan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Marine Science and Convergence Engineering, Hanyang University, Ansan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Environmental Health Sciences, Graduate School of Public Health, Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea; Institute of Health and Environment, Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea.
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Shi M, He J, Xu M, Lin X, Liu H, Jiang T, Yi Z. Interactions between polycyclic musks and human lactoferrin: Multi-spectroscopic methods and docking simulation. J Mol Recognit 2023; 36:e3005. [PMID: 36573888 DOI: 10.1002/jmr.3005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2022] [Revised: 12/15/2022] [Accepted: 12/21/2022] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Galaxolide (1,3,4,6,7,8-hexahydro-4,6,6,7,8-hexamethylcyclopenta-γ-2-benzopyrane; HHCB) and Tonalide (7-acetyl-1,1,3,4,4,6-hexamethyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene; AHTN) are "pseudo-persistent" pollutants that can cause DNA damage, endocrine disruption, organ toxicity, and reproductive toxicity in humans. HHCB and AHTN are readily enriched in breast milk, so exposure of infants to HHCB and AHTN is of concern. Here, the molecular mechanisms through which HHCB and AHTN interact with human lactoferrin (HLF) are investigated using computational simulations and spectroscopic methods to identify indirectly how HHCB and AHTN may harm infants. Molecular docking and kinetic simulation studies indicated that HHCB and AHTN can interact with and alter the secondary HLF structure. The fluorescence quenching of HLF by HHCB, AHTN was static with the forming of HLF-HHCB, HLF-AHTN complex, and accompanied by non-radiative energy transfer and that 1:1 complexes form through interaction forces. Time-resolved fluorescence spectroscopy indicated that binding to small molecules does not markedly change the HLF fluorescence lifetime. Three-dimensional fluorescence spectroscopy indicated that HHCB and AHTN alter the peptide chain backbone structure of HLF. Ultraviolet-visible absorption spectroscopy, simultaneous fluorescence spectroscopy, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, and circular dichroism spectroscopy indicated that HHCB and AHTN change the secondary HLF conformation. Antimicrobial activity experiments indicated that polycyclic musks decrease lactoferrin activity and interact with HLF. These results improve our understanding of the mechanisms involved in the toxicities of polycyclic musks bound to HLF at the molecular level and provide theoretical support for mother-and-child health risk assessments.
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- Mengjie Shi
- College of Chemistry and Bioengineering, Guilin University of Technology, Guilin, People's Republic of China
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- College of Chemistry and Bioengineering, Guilin University of Technology, Guilin, People's Republic of China
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- College of Chemistry and Bioengineering, Guilin University of Technology, Guilin, People's Republic of China
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- College of Chemistry and Bioengineering, Guilin University of Technology, Guilin, People's Republic of China
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- College of Chemistry and Bioengineering, Guilin University of Technology, Guilin, People's Republic of China.,South Asia Branch of National Engineering Center of Dairy for Maternal and Child Health, Guilin University of Technology, Guilin, People's Republic of China
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- College of Chemistry and Bioengineering, Guilin University of Technology, Guilin, People's Republic of China.,South Asia Branch of National Engineering Center of Dairy for Maternal and Child Health, Guilin University of Technology, Guilin, People's Republic of China
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- College of Chemistry and Bioengineering, Guilin University of Technology, Guilin, People's Republic of China
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Zhu T, Zhu Y, Liu Y, Deng C, Qi X, Wang J, Shen Z, Yin D, Liu Y, Sun R, Sun W, Xu N. Polybrominated diphenyl ethers in water, suspended particulate matter, and sediment of reservoirs and their tributaries in Shenzhen, a mega city in South China. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2023; 30:53524-53537. [PMID: 36857003 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-26066-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2022] [Accepted: 02/17/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Urban reservoirs serve many purposes including recreation and drinking water, and larger bodies of water can alter the surrounding air temperatures, making urban areas cooler in summer and warmer in winter. However, reservoirs may also be sinks for contaminants. One such group of contaminants, the polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs), are persistent organic pollutants known to accumulate in sediments and suspended particulate matter (SPM). Few studies have been conducted on PBDEs in water, SPM, and sediment from reservoirs of Shenzhen which is a mega city in South China. To this end, 12 PBDEs were measured in water, SPM, and sediment samples during the dry season (DS) and wet season (WS), to explain the spatiotemporal distribution, congener profiles, sources, and risks of pollutants in four reservoirs (A-D) and their tributaries in the study region. The concentration of ∑12PBDEs during the DS was found to be significantly higher than that during the WS. Source apportionment suggested that commercial penta-, octa-, and deca-BDEs are the major components of PBDEs, resulting mainly from atmospheric deposition, wastewater discharge, and external water-diversion projects. Further, attention should be paid to electronic equipment manufacturing factories in the study area. Risk assessment indicated risk of PBDEs (especially BDE-209) in sediment and SPM to be of concern. This study provides important data support for the control of PBDEs in natural drinking water sources.
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- Tingting Zhu
- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Drinking Water Source Management and Technology, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Emerging Contaminants Detection and Control in Water Environment, Guangdong Engineering Research Center of Low Energy Sewage Treatment, Shenzhen Academy of Environmental Sciences, Shenzhen, 518001, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory for Heavy Metal Pollution Control and Reutilization, School of Environment and Energy, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
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- School of Environmental Studies, China University of Geoscience (Wuhan), Wuhan, 430074, People's Republic of China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Drinking Water Source Management and Technology, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Emerging Contaminants Detection and Control in Water Environment, Guangdong Engineering Research Center of Low Energy Sewage Treatment, Shenzhen Academy of Environmental Sciences, Shenzhen, 518001, People's Republic of China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Drinking Water Source Management and Technology, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Emerging Contaminants Detection and Control in Water Environment, Guangdong Engineering Research Center of Low Energy Sewage Treatment, Shenzhen Academy of Environmental Sciences, Shenzhen, 518001, People's Republic of China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Drinking Water Source Management and Technology, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Emerging Contaminants Detection and Control in Water Environment, Guangdong Engineering Research Center of Low Energy Sewage Treatment, Shenzhen Academy of Environmental Sciences, Shenzhen, 518001, People's Republic of China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Drinking Water Source Management and Technology, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Emerging Contaminants Detection and Control in Water Environment, Guangdong Engineering Research Center of Low Energy Sewage Treatment, Shenzhen Academy of Environmental Sciences, Shenzhen, 518001, People's Republic of China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Drinking Water Source Management and Technology, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Emerging Contaminants Detection and Control in Water Environment, Guangdong Engineering Research Center of Low Energy Sewage Treatment, Shenzhen Academy of Environmental Sciences, Shenzhen, 518001, People's Republic of China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Drinking Water Source Management and Technology, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Emerging Contaminants Detection and Control in Water Environment, Guangdong Engineering Research Center of Low Energy Sewage Treatment, Shenzhen Academy of Environmental Sciences, Shenzhen, 518001, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory for Heavy Metal Pollution Control and Reutilization, School of Environment and Energy, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
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- College of Environmental Sciences and Engineering, Key Laboratory of Water and Sediment Sciences, Ministry of Education, Peking University, Beijing, 100871, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory for Heavy Metal Pollution Control and Reutilization, School of Environment and Energy, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China.
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López-Velázquez K, Guzmán-Mar JL, Saldarriaga-Noreña HA, Murillo-Tovar MA, Villanueva-Rodríguez M. Ecological risk assessment associated with five endocrine-disrupting compounds in wastewater treatment plants of Northeast Mexico. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2023; 30:30714-30726. [PMID: 36441306 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-022-24322-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2022] [Accepted: 11/15/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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The ecological risk associated with five endocrine-disrupting compounds (EDCs) was studied in four wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) in Monterrey, Mexico. The EDCs, 17β-estradiol (E2), 17α-ethinylestradiol (EE2), bisphenol A (BPA), 4-nonylphenol (4NP), and 4-tert-octylphenol (4TOP) were determined by SPE/GC-MS method, where EE2 and 4TOP were the most abundant in effluents at levels from 1.6 - 26.8 ng/L (EE2) and < LOD - 5.0 ng/L (4TOP), which corroborate that the wastewater discharges represent critical sources of EDCs to the aquatic environments. In this study, the potential risk associated with selected EDCs was assessed through the risk quotients (RQs) and by estimating the estrogenic activity (expressed as EEQ). This study also constitutes the first approach for the ecological risk assessment in effluents of WWTPs in Northeast Mexico. The results demonstrated that the effluents of the WWTPs represent a high risk for the organisms living in the receiving water bodies because the residual estrogens effect E2 and EE2 with RQ values up to 49.1 and 1165.2. EEQ values between 6.3 and 24.6 ngEE2/L were considered the most hazardous compounds among the target EDCs, capable of causing some alterations in the endocrine system of aquatic and terrestrial organisms due to chronic exposition.
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- Khirbet López-Velázquez
- Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (UANL), Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Av. Universidad s/n, Ciudad Universitaria, Nuevo León, 66455, San Nicolás de los Garza, México
- Universidad Politécnica de Tapachula, Carretera Tapachula - Puerto Madero Km. 24 + 300, Chiapas, 30830, Tapachula, México
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- Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (UANL), Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Av. Universidad s/n, Ciudad Universitaria, Nuevo León, 66455, San Nicolás de los Garza, México
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- Centro de Investigaciones Químicas, Instituto de Investigación en Ciencias Básicas y Aplicadas, Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos, Av. Universidad 1001, 62209, Cuernavaca, México
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- CONACYT-Centro de Investigaciones Químicas, Instituto de Investigación en Ciencias Básicas y Aplicadas, Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos, Av. Universidad 1001, 62209, Cuernavaca, México
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- Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (UANL), Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Av. Universidad s/n, Ciudad Universitaria, Nuevo León, 66455, San Nicolás de los Garza, México.
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Liang Y, Song H, Wu Y, Gao S, Zeng X, Yu Z. Occurrence and distribution of triclosan and its transformation products in Taihu Lake, China. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2022; 29:84787-84797. [PMID: 35789468 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-022-21568-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2022] [Accepted: 06/15/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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The transformation products of triclosan (5-chloro-2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)phenol) may be more persistent and toxic than their parent compound, yet their occurrence in aquatic environments is poorly understood. In this study, we identified three transformation products in sediment samples from Taihu Lake and compared their concentrations with the parent compound triclosan. Triclosan in Taihu Lake was at low level, ranging from 0.086 to 1.1 ng/L in surface water and 0.0058-8.3 ng/g in sediments. The three detected transformation products included methyl triclosan, chlorinated triclosan derivatives, and methyl chlorinated triclosan derivatives. Those transformation products constituted 0.73-87.5% of the total triclosan (total triclosan is the sum of triclosan, methyl triclosan, chlorinated triclosan derivatives, and methyl chlorinated triclosan derivatives on a molar basis), indicating that the ecological risk of transformation products should be considered in addition to the parent compound. Different transformation products had distinct spatial distributions. Chlorinated triclosan derivatives had the highest concentration in samples from the northwest region (0.016-0.21 ng/g) of the lake and were positively correlated with triclosan, which may indicate the possible transformation from triclosan to chlorinated triclosan derivatives. Methyl triclosan and methyl chlorinated triclosan derivatives were generally higher in samples from the center of the lake (0.22-0.28 ng/g for methyl triclosan and 0.017-0.021 ng/g for methyl chlorinated triclosan derivatives, respectively), indicating the possible occurrence of in situ microbial methylation of triclosan and chlorinated triclosan derivatives and the accumulation of those methylated analogues in Taihu Lake.
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- Yi Liang
- State Key Laboratory of Organic Geochemistry, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Environmental Protection and Resources Utilization, Guangzhou Institute of Geochemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou, 510640, China
- CAS Center for Excellence in Deep Earth Science, Guangzhou, 510640, China
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- High & New Technology Research Center, Henan Academy of Sciences, Hongzhuan Road, Zhengzhou, 450002, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Organic Geochemistry, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Environmental Protection and Resources Utilization, Guangzhou Institute of Geochemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou, 510640, China
- CAS Center for Excellence in Deep Earth Science, Guangzhou, 510640, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Organic Geochemistry, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Environmental Protection and Resources Utilization, Guangzhou Institute of Geochemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou, 510640, China
- CAS Center for Excellence in Deep Earth Science, Guangzhou, 510640, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Organic Geochemistry, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Environmental Protection and Resources Utilization, Guangzhou Institute of Geochemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou, 510640, China
- CAS Center for Excellence in Deep Earth Science, Guangzhou, 510640, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Organic Geochemistry, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Environmental Protection and Resources Utilization, Guangzhou Institute of Geochemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou, 510640, China.
- CAS Center for Excellence in Deep Earth Science, Guangzhou, 510640, China.
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Chaves MDJS, Kulzer J, Pujol de Lima PDR, Barbosa SC, Primel EG. Updated knowledge, partitioning and ecological risk of pharmaceuticals and personal care products in global aquatic environments. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE. PROCESSES & IMPACTS 2022; 24:1982-2008. [PMID: 36124562 DOI: 10.1039/d2em00132b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Over the last few decades, the occurrence of pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) in aquatic environments has generated increasing public concern. In this review, data on the presence of PPCPs in environmental compartments from the past few years (2014-2022) are summarized by carrying out a critical survey of the partitioning among water, sediment, and aquatic organisms. From the available articles on PPCP occurrence in the environment, in Web of Science and Scopus databases, 185 articles were evaluated. Diclofenac, carbamazepine, caffeine, ibuprofen, ciprofloxacin, and sulfamethoxazole were reported to occur in 85% of the studies in at least one of the mentioned matrices. Risk assessment showed a moderate to high environmental risk for these compounds worldwide. Moreover, bioconcentration factors showed that sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim can bioaccumulate in aquatic organisms, while ciprofloxacin and triclosan present bioaccumulation potential. Regarding spatial distribution, the Asian and European continents presented most studies on the occurrence and effects of PPCPs on the environment, while Africa and Asia are the most contaminated continents. In addition, the impact of COVID-19 on environmental contamination by PPCPs is discussed.
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- Marisa de Jesus Silva Chaves
- Chemistry and Food School, Laboratório de Análise de Compostos Orgânicos e Metais (LACOM), Federal University of Rio Grande, Av Itália, km 8, Rio Grande, Rio Grande do Sul, RS 96201-900, Brazil.
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- Chemistry and Food School, Laboratório de Análise de Compostos Orgânicos e Metais (LACOM), Federal University of Rio Grande, Av Itália, km 8, Rio Grande, Rio Grande do Sul, RS 96201-900, Brazil.
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- Chemistry and Food School, Laboratório de Análise de Compostos Orgânicos e Metais (LACOM), Federal University of Rio Grande, Av Itália, km 8, Rio Grande, Rio Grande do Sul, RS 96201-900, Brazil.
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- Chemistry and Food School, Laboratório de Análise de Compostos Orgânicos e Metais (LACOM), Federal University of Rio Grande, Av Itália, km 8, Rio Grande, Rio Grande do Sul, RS 96201-900, Brazil.
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- Chemistry and Food School, Laboratório de Análise de Compostos Orgânicos e Metais (LACOM), Federal University of Rio Grande, Av Itália, km 8, Rio Grande, Rio Grande do Sul, RS 96201-900, Brazil.
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Xiao X, Tong Y, Wang D, Gong Y, Zhou Z, Liu Y, Huang H, Zhang B, Li H, You J. Spatial distribution of benthic toxicity and sediment-bound metals and arsenic in Guangzhou urban waterways: Influence of land use. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2022; 439:129634. [PMID: 36104897 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2022.129634] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2022] [Revised: 07/15/2022] [Accepted: 07/17/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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The effects of land use on pollutant loads in sediments have been well documented; however, its influence on spatial variations in sediment toxicity remains largely unknown. In the present study, the toxicological effects of 17 sediments collected from Guangzhou waterways were evaluated using two benthic invertebrates (Chironomus dilutus and Hyalella azteca), along with quantification of heavy metals and arsenic in the sediments. The impacts of land-use configuration on sediment toxicity and occurrence of heavy metals and arsenic were analyzed. The sediments presented moderate lethality (<40 %) in the two test species and significantly altered their enzymatic activity, including the activities of oxidative stress biomarkers and acetylcholine esterase. Metals (Ag, Cd, Cr, Cu, Hg, Ni, Pb, and Zn) and arsenic were detected in all the sediments, with total concentrations ranging from 238 to 1019 mg/kg of dry weight. Both the toxicity and chemical results displayed spatially dependent patterns but were related to different land use types. Toxicity was most influenced by agricultural and aquacultural activities, while metal and arsenic pollution was most influenced by urban land areas. The present findings are expected to provide essential knowledge for developing strategies that reduce the chemical pollution and ecotoxicological risk in sediments.
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- Xiangxiang Xiao
- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Pollution and Health, School of Environment, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510443, China
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Pollution and Health, School of Environment, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510443, China
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Pollution and Health, School of Environment, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510443, China.
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Pollution and Health, School of Environment, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510443, China
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Pollution and Health, School of Environment, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510443, China
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Pollution and Health, School of Environment, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510443, China
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Pollution and Health, School of Environment, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510443, China
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Pollution and Health, School of Environment, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510443, China
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Pollution and Health, School of Environment, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510443, China
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- Guangdong Key Laboratory of Environmental Pollution and Health, School of Environment, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510443, China
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Anand U, Adelodun B, Cabreros C, Kumar P, Suresh S, Dey A, Ballesteros F, Bontempi E. Occurrence, transformation, bioaccumulation, risk and analysis of pharmaceutical and personal care products from wastewater: a review. ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS 2022; 20:3883-3904. [PMID: 35996725 PMCID: PMC9385088 DOI: 10.1007/s10311-022-01498-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2021] [Accepted: 07/22/2022] [Indexed: 05/02/2023]
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Almost all aspects of society from food security to disease control and prevention have benefited from pharmaceutical and personal care products, yet these products are a major source of contamination that ends up in wastewater and ecosystems. This issue has been sharply accentuated during the coronavirus disease pandemic 2019 (COVID-19) due to the higher use of disinfectants and other products. Here we review pharmaceutical and personal care products with focus on their occurrence in the environment, detection, risk, and removal. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s10311-022-01498-7.
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- Uttpal Anand
- Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, 84105 Beer-Sheva, Israel
- Zuckerberg Institute for Water Research, Jacob Blaustein Institutes for Desert Research, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Midreshet Ben Gurion, 8499000, Israel
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- Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, University of Ilorin, PMB 1515, Ilorin, Nigeria
- Department of Agricultural Civil Engineering, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Republic of Korea
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- Environmental Engineering Program, National Graduate School of Engineering, University of the Philippines, 1101 Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines
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- Agro-Ecology and Pollution Research Laboratory, Department of Zoology and Environmental Science, Gurukula Kangri (Deemed to Be University), Haridwar, Uttarakhand 249404 India
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh 462 003 India
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- Department of Life Sciences, Presidency University, 86/1 College Street, Kolkata, West Bengal 700073 India
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- Environmental Engineering Program, National Graduate School of Engineering, University of the Philippines, 1101 Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines
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- INSTM and Chemistry for Technologies Laboratory, University of Brescia, Via Branze 38, 25123 Brescia, Italy
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Li X, Yang Y, Wang J, Jin H, Zhang Y, Cui Y, Song Y, Yan J. Organohalide Respiration with Diclofenac by Dehalogenimonas. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY 2022; 56:11266-11276. [PMID: 35921385 DOI: 10.1021/acs.est.1c08824] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Diclofenac (DCF) is a pharmaceutically active contaminant frequently found in aquatic ecosystems. The transformation pathways and microbiology involved in the biodegradation of DCF, particularly under anoxic conditions, remain poorly understood. Here, we demonstrated microbially mediated reductive dechlorination of DCF in anaerobic enrichment culture derived from contaminated river sediment. Over 90% of the initial 76.7 ± 3.6 μM DCF was dechlorinated at a maximum rate of 1.8 ± 0.3 μM day-1 during a 160 days' incubation. Mass spectrometric analysis confirmed that 2-(2-((2-chlorophenyl)amino)phenyl)acetic acid (2-CPA) and 2-anilinophenylacetic acid (2-APA) were formed as the monochlorinated and nonchlorinated DCF transformation products, respectively. A survey of microbial composition and Sanger sequencing revealed the enrichment and dominance of a new Dehalogenimonas population, designated as Dehalogenimonas sp. strain DCF, in the DCF-dechlorinating community. Following the stoichiometric conversion of DCF to 2-CPA (76.0 ± 2.1 μM) and 2-APA (3.7 ± 0.8 μM), strain DCF cell densities increased by 24.4 ± 4.4-fold with a growth yield of 9.0 ± 0.1 × 108 cells per μmol chloride released. Our findings expand the metabolic capability in the genus Dehalogenimonas and highlight the relevant roles of organohalide-respiring bacteria for the natural attenuation of halogenated contaminants of emerging concerns (e.g., DCF).
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- Xiuying Li
- Key Laboratory of Pollution Ecology and Environmental Engineering, Institute of Applied Ecology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Room 512 South Building, 72 Wenhua Road, Shenyang, Liaoning 110016, China
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- Key Laboratory of Pollution Ecology and Environmental Engineering, Institute of Applied Ecology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Room 512 South Building, 72 Wenhua Road, Shenyang, Liaoning 110016, China
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- Key Laboratory of Pollution Ecology and Environmental Engineering, Institute of Applied Ecology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Room 512 South Building, 72 Wenhua Road, Shenyang, Liaoning 110016, China
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- Key Laboratory of Pollution Ecology and Environmental Engineering, Institute of Applied Ecology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Room 512 South Building, 72 Wenhua Road, Shenyang, Liaoning 110016, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Key Laboratory of Pollution Ecology and Environmental Engineering, Institute of Applied Ecology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Room 512 South Building, 72 Wenhua Road, Shenyang, Liaoning 110016, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Key Laboratory of Pollution Ecology and Environmental Engineering, Institute of Applied Ecology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Room 512 South Building, 72 Wenhua Road, Shenyang, Liaoning 110016, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Key Laboratory of Pollution Ecology and Environmental Engineering, Institute of Applied Ecology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Room 512 South Building, 72 Wenhua Road, Shenyang, Liaoning 110016, China
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- Key Laboratory of Pollution Ecology and Environmental Engineering, Institute of Applied Ecology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Room 512 South Building, 72 Wenhua Road, Shenyang, Liaoning 110016, China
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Ojo BO, Arotiba OA, Mabuba N. Evaluation of FTO-BaTiO3/NiTiO3 electrode towards sonoelectrochemical degradation of emerging pharmaceutical contaminants in water. Colloids Surf A Physicochem Eng Asp 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfa.2022.129201] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Xu X, Xu Y, Xu N, Pan B, Ni J. Pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) in water, sediment and freshwater mollusks of the Dongting Lake downstream the Three Gorges Dam. CHEMOSPHERE 2022; 301:134721. [PMID: 35483658 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2022.134721] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2022] [Revised: 04/15/2022] [Accepted: 04/21/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) are a group of emerging anthropogenic pollutants. Here we investigated the occurrence and concentrations of 35 typical PPCPs in water, sediment, and freshwater mollusks (Hyriopsis cumingii, Unio douglasiae, Sinanodonta woodiana, Lamprotula leai and Corbicula fluminea) of the Dongting Lake downstream of the Three Gorges Dam. As results, 33 PPCPs were detected in water and sediment of the lake. Ketoprofen (not detected (ND)-292.8 ng/L, mean 91.1 ng/L) and roxithromycin (13.7-141.9 ng/L, mean 30.4 ng/L) were the primary PPCPs measured in lake water, while ibuprofen (ND-105.0 ng/g, mean 30.0 ng/g) and ketoprofen (ND-142.9 ng/g, mean 27.6 ng/g) were dominant in the sediment. Distinct seasonal difference in PPCP compositions was observed in both water and sediment of the Dongting Lake, potentially associated with the water-level fluctuations driven by the Three Gorges Dam operations. Ketoprofen and ibuprofen were also frequently detected in the soft tissues of freshwater mollusks, with concentrations of 42.5-1206.6 and 44.9-992.7 ng/g, respectively. Significant species-specific accumulation characteristics of PPCPs in mollusks were observed, with the highest total contents being reported for Corbicula fluminea (3.18 ± 1.13 μg/g). Moreover, gonads of mollusks were identified as the target organ to accumulate these compounds. Correlation analysis further revealed the strong associations of PPCP concentrations in mollusks with those in water and sediment, suggesting the importance of controlling dissolved and sedimentary bioavailability of PPCPs for ecological risk management in this freshwater lake ecosystems.
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- Xuming Xu
- The Key Laboratory of Water and Sediment Sciences, Ministry of Education, College of Environmental Sciences and Engineering, Peking University, Beijing, 100871, China; State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of All Materials Fluxes in River Ecosystems, Peking University, Beijing, 100871, China
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- The Key Laboratory for Heavy Metal Pollution Control and Reutilization, School of Environment and Energy, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- The Key Laboratory for Heavy Metal Pollution Control and Reutilization, School of Environment and Energy, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, Shenzhen, 518055, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Eco-hydraulic in Northwest Arid Region of China, Xi'an University of Technology, Xi'an, 710048, China
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- The Key Laboratory of Water and Sediment Sciences, Ministry of Education, College of Environmental Sciences and Engineering, Peking University, Beijing, 100871, China; State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of All Materials Fluxes in River Ecosystems, Peking University, Beijing, 100871, China
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Distribution and Ecological Risk Assessment of Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products in Sediments of North Canal, China. WATER 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/w14131999] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The pollution of water bodies by pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) has attracted widespread concern due to their widespread use and pseudo-persistence, but their effects on sediments are less known. In this study, solid-phase extraction-high performance liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry (SPE-LC/MSMS) was used to investigate the occurrence and ecological risks of five typical pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) in thirteen key reservoirs, sluices, dams, and estuaries in the Haihe River Basin. At the same time, the PPCP exchanges of surface water, groundwater, and sediments in three typical sections were studied. Finally, the PPCP’s environmental risk is evaluated through the environmental risk quotient. The results showed that the five PPCPs were tri-methoprazine (TMP), sinolamine (SMX), ibuprofen (IBU), triclosan (TCS), and caffeine (CAF). The average concentration of these PPCPs ranged from 0 to 481.19 μg/kg, with relatively high concentrations of TCS and CAF. The relationship between PPCPs in the surface sediments was analyzed to reveal correlations between SMX and TMP, CAF and IBU, CAF and TCS. The risk quotients (RQ) method was used to evaluate the ecological risk of the five detected PPCPs. The major contributors of potential environmental risks were IBU, TCS and CAF, among which all the potential environmental risks at the TCS samples were high risk. This study supplemented the research on the ecological risk of PPCPs in sediments of important reaches of the North Canal to reveal the importance of PPCP control in the North Canal and provided a scientific basis for pollution control and risk prevention of PPCPs.
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Lv X, Chen G, Wu Y, Yu L, Zhou Y, Yu Y, Lan S, Hu J. Ecological and AhR-mediated risk assessment of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and polybrominated diphenyl ethers on multiple aquatic species in river water: A combined chemical analysis and in silico approach. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2022; 820:153287. [PMID: 35066031 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2022.153287] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2021] [Revised: 01/15/2022] [Accepted: 01/16/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Assessing the adverse health risks at molecular endpoints to various aquatic organisms could be an urgent issue. In this manuscript, the ecological and AhR-mediated risk of sixteen polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and six polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in surface water of Dongjiang River, Southern China was evaluated using chemical analysis and in silico approaches. Average concentrations of ∑16PAHs and ∑6PBDEs were 586.3 ng/L and 2.672 ng/L in the dry season (DS), and 366.8 ng/L and 2.554 ng/L in the wet season (WS). Concentrations of PAHs during the DS were significantly higher than that in the WS, while no obvious seasonal distribution was observed for PBDEs. Only Ant and BaP in all congers of PAHs posed low to medium ecological risks, and PBDEs posed a low ecological risk. Moreover, AhR-mediated risk from PAHs was two orders of magnitude higher that from PBDEs, and the AhR-mediated toxicity on frog and eel were higher than those on other aquatic organisms in Dongjiang River. Phe and BDE209 were the significant contributor to the AhR-mediated risk induced by PAHs and PBDEs, respectively. This study is the first attempt to assess AhR-mediated risk of river water in multiple aquatic organisms.
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- Xiaomei Lv
- School of Environment and Civil Engineering, Dongguan University of Technology, Dongguan 523808, Guangdong, China
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- School of Environment and Civil Engineering, Dongguan University of Technology, Dongguan 523808, Guangdong, China
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- School of Environment and Civil Engineering, Dongguan University of Technology, Dongguan 523808, Guangdong, China
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- Shenzhen People's Hospital, The 2nd Clinical Medical College of Jinan University, Shenzhen 518020, China
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- School of Environment and Civil Engineering, Dongguan University of Technology, Dongguan 523808, Guangdong, China
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- Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Environmental Catalysis and Pollution Control, School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Institute of Environmental Health and Pollution Control, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, Guangdong, China
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- School of Environment and Civil Engineering, Dongguan University of Technology, Dongguan 523808, Guangdong, China
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- School of Environment and Civil Engineering, Dongguan University of Technology, Dongguan 523808, Guangdong, China.
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Liu X, Tu M, Wang S, Wang Y, Wang J, Hou Y, Zheng X, Yan Z. Research on freshwater water quality criteria, sediment quality criteria and ecological risk assessment of triclosan in China. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2022; 816:151616. [PMID: 34774937 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2021.151616] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2021] [Revised: 10/23/2021] [Accepted: 11/07/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Triclosan (TCS) is a broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent commonly used in pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs). The widespread use of TCS makes it frequently detected in various environmental mediums. In view of the high detection frequency of TCS in the aquatic environment and sediments, and its toxic effects on aquatic species, it is critical and necessary to derive Chinese TCS water quality criteria (WQC) and sediment quality criteria (SQC) for protecting Chinese aquatic organisms, and perform the ecological risk assessment. In fact, former research had derived the WQC of TCS mainly based on acute and chronic toxicity data. As an endocrine disrupting chemical (EDC), TCS poses adverse effects on the growth, development and reproduction of aquatic organisms at much lower concentration. Considering nonlethal endpoints are sensitive endpoints for EDCs, TCS long-term water quality criteria (LWQC) was derived based on reproduction and growth related endpoints. In this work, the acute toxicity data of 19 aquatic organisms and the chronic toxicity data of 15 aquatic organisms were obtained through collection and screening. The best fitting model of species sensitivity distribution (SSD) models including Normal, Log-Normal, Logistic and Log-Logistic of toxicity data was selected to derive WQC. The short-term and long-term WQC of TCS for Chinese aquatic organisms were 6.22 μg/L and 0.25 μg/L, respectively. Furthermore, through the phase-equilibrium partitioning method, SQC was derived based on WQC. SQC-low (SQC-L) and SQC-high (SQCH) were 0.13 mg/kg and 3.26 mg/kg, respectively. Moreover, the exposure concentration (EPC) data of TCS in Chinese rivers and sediments were collected. And through the hazard quotient (HQ) method and the joint probability curve (JPC) method we found that there were certain TCS ecological risks in Chinese rivers and sediments. Our work will provide a valuable reference for protecting aquatic organisms and minimizing TCS ecological risk in China.
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- Xinyu Liu
- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, PR China
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- College of Marine Ecology and Environment, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai 201306, PR China
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- College of Marine Ecology and Environment, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai 201306, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, PR China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, PR China
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Homem V, Llompart M, Vila M, Ribeiro ARL, Garcia-Jares C, Ratola N, Celeiro M. Gone with the flow - Assessment of personal care products in Portuguese rivers. CHEMOSPHERE 2022; 293:133552. [PMID: 35007608 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2022.133552] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2021] [Revised: 01/03/2022] [Accepted: 01/04/2022] [Indexed: 05/08/2023]
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Although there are several works in the literature that study the presence of pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) in surface waters, the vast majority focus their attention on pharmaceuticals and little information is found about personal care products (PCPs). Therefore, this study focused, for the first time, on the monitoring of five classes of PCPs - fragrance allergens, synthetic musks, phthalates, antioxidants, and ultraviolet-filters - in the surface water of four small-size typically pollution-impacted Portuguese rivers (Ave, Leça, Antuã and Cértima). A solid-phase microextraction (SPME) followed by gas chromatography - tandem mass spectrometry (GC-MS/MS) protocol was employed to analyse surface water samples collected in two seasonal campaigns - summer and winter (34 samples per season). A total of 22 out of 37 target PCPs were detected concomitantly at least once in one sampling point, being the most frequently detected α-isomethyl ionone, galaxolide, tonalide and cashmeran. The highest concentrations were confirmed for diethylhexyl phthalate (610.6 ng L-1), galaxolide (379.2 ng L-1), geraniol (290.9 ng L-1), linalool (271.2 ng L-1), benzophenone-3 (254.1 ng L-1) and citronellol (200.2 ng L-1). Leça River, traversing the more densely urban and industrialized area, had the highest levels of contaminants, which were also found in the sampling points located downstream of wastewater treatment plants discharge points. In general, higher levels were detected in summer, when the river flows are lower. Hazard quotients were determined and octocrylene, tonalide, and geraniol presented values above 1 in some sampling sites, which may indicate an ecotoxicological risk to the aquatic environment. The results presented suggest that these three PCPs should be included as priority pollutants in environmental monitoring schemes in surface waters, due to their high detection, persistence, and potential adverse effects.
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- Vera Homem
- LEPABE - Laboratory for Process Engineering, Environment, Biotechnology and Energy, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465, Porto, Portugal.
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- CRETUS, Department of Analytical Chemistry, Nutrition and Food Science, Universidade de Santiago de Compostela, E-15782, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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- CRETUS, Department of Analytical Chemistry, Nutrition and Food Science, Universidade de Santiago de Compostela, E-15782, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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- Laboratory of Separation and Reaction Engineering - Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials (LSRE-LCM), Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias s/n, 4200-465, Porto, Portugal
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- CRETUS, Department of Analytical Chemistry, Nutrition and Food Science, Universidade de Santiago de Compostela, E-15782, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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- LEPABE - Laboratory for Process Engineering, Environment, Biotechnology and Energy, Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-465, Porto, Portugal
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- CRETUS, Department of Analytical Chemistry, Nutrition and Food Science, Universidade de Santiago de Compostela, E-15782, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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Peter KT, Lundin JI, Wu C, Feist BE, Tian Z, Cameron JR, Scholz NL, Kolodziej EP. Characterizing the Chemical Profile of Biological Decline in Stormwater-Impacted Urban Watersheds. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY 2022; 56:3159-3169. [PMID: 35166536 DOI: 10.1021/acs.est.1c08274] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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Chemical contamination is an increasingly important conservation issue in urban runoff-impacted watersheds. Regulatory and restoration efforts typically evaluate limited conventional parameters and pollutants. However, complex urban chemical mixtures contain hundreds to thousands of organic contaminants that remain unidentified, unregulated, and poorly understood. This study aimed to develop broadly representative metrics of water quality impairment corresponding to previously documented biological degradation along gradients of human impacts. Stream samples (n = 65, baseflow/rainfall conditions, 2017-2018) were collected from 15 regional watersheds (Puget Sound, WA, USA) across an urbanization gradient defined by landscape characteristics. Surface water chemical composition characterized via non-targeted high-resolution mass spectrometry (7068 detections) was highly correlated with landscape-based urbanization gradient (p < 0.01) and season (p < 0.01). Landscape-scale changes in chemical composition closely aligned with two anchors of biological decline: coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch) mortality risk (p < 0.001) and loss of stream macroinvertebrate diversity and abundance (p < 0.001). We isolated and identified 32 indicators for urban runoff impacts and corresponding receiving water ecological health, including well-known anthropogenic contaminants (e.g., caffeine, organophosphates, vehicle-derived chemicals), two related environmental transformation products, and a novel (methoxymethyl)melamine compound. Outcomes support data-directed selection of next-generation water quality indicators for prioritization and evaluation of watershed management efforts intended to protect aquatic ecosystems.
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- Katherine T Peter
- Center for Urban Waters, 326 East D St., Tacoma, Washington 98421, United States
- Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, University of Washington Tacoma, 1900 Commerce St., Tacoma, Washington 98402, United States
- National Institute of Standards and Technology, 331 Fort Johnson Rd., Charleston, South Carolina 29412, United States
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- National Research Council Research Associateship Program, Under Contract to Northwest Fisheries Science Center, National Marine Fisheries Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, 2725 Montlake Blvd. E., Seattle, Washington 98112, United States
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- Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, University of Washington Tacoma, 1900 Commerce St., Tacoma, Washington 98402, United States
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- Conservation Biology Division, Northwest Fisheries Science Center, National Marine Fisheries Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, 2725 Montlake Blvd. E, Seattle, Washington 98112, United States
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- Center for Urban Waters, 326 East D St., Tacoma, Washington 98421, United States
- Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, University of Washington Tacoma, 1900 Commerce St., Tacoma, Washington 98402, United States
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- Environmental and Fisheries Science Division, Northwest Fisheries Science Center, National Marine Fisheries Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, 2725 Montlake Blvd. E, Seattle, Washington 98112, United States
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- Environmental and Fisheries Science Division, Northwest Fisheries Science Center, National Marine Fisheries Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, 2725 Montlake Blvd. E, Seattle, Washington 98112, United States
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- Center for Urban Waters, 326 East D St., Tacoma, Washington 98421, United States
- Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, University of Washington Tacoma, 1900 Commerce St., Tacoma, Washington 98402, United States
- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Washington, 201 More Hall, Box 352700, Seattle, Washington 98195, United States
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Wu K, Meng Y, Gong Y, Wu L, Liu W, Ding X. Drinking water elements constituent profiles and health risk assessment in Wuxi, China. ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT 2022; 194:106. [PMID: 35044533 DOI: 10.1007/s10661-022-09768-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2021] [Accepted: 01/07/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Water elements pollution has attracted public attention globally. Wuxi is located in East China, and its water source, Taihu Lake, has been severely polluted since 2007. Studies of elemental pollution profiles have yet to be conducted in this area. In this study, 56 water samples were collected in 2018, and 33 elements were determined using inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (ICP-MS). The results showed that the levels of 33 elements ranged from 1.35 × 10-3 μg/L(Tl) to 101 mg/L(Ca), with Sr, Al, Fe, B, Ti, Ba, and Zn levels being relatively higher. A comprehensive literature review showed spatial distribution of conspicuous elements in drinking water worldwide. Meanwhile, Monte Carlo simulations were applied to evaluate exposure health risks. The total hazard index(HI) for 14 non-carcinogens and the average incremental lifetime cancer risk (ILCR) of As and Pb exposure through drinking water were found acceptable. Sensitivity analyses suggested that Sb and As in the drinking water represent an increasing risk to human health. The results of this study provide key data on local metal pollution characteristics, help identify potential risk factors, and contribute to the development of effective environmental management policies for Taihu Lake.
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- Keqin Wu
- Wuxi Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Wuxi, 214023, China
- The Affiliated Wuxi Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Nanjing Medical University, Wuxi, 214023, China
- Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Research Base for Environment and Health in Wuxi, Wuxi, 214023, China
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- Wuxi Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Wuxi, 214023, China
- The Affiliated Wuxi Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Nanjing Medical University, Wuxi, 214023, China
- Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Research Base for Environment and Health in Wuxi, Wuxi, 214023, China
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- Wuxi Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Wuxi, 214023, China
- The Affiliated Wuxi Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Nanjing Medical University, Wuxi, 214023, China
- Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Research Base for Environment and Health in Wuxi, Wuxi, 214023, China
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- Wuxi Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Wuxi, 214023, China
- The Affiliated Wuxi Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Nanjing Medical University, Wuxi, 214023, China
- Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Research Base for Environment and Health in Wuxi, Wuxi, 214023, China
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- Wuxi Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Wuxi, 214023, China
- The Affiliated Wuxi Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Nanjing Medical University, Wuxi, 214023, China
- Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Research Base for Environment and Health in Wuxi, Wuxi, 214023, China
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- Wuxi Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Wuxi, 214023, China.
- The Affiliated Wuxi Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Nanjing Medical University, Wuxi, 214023, China.
- Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Research Base for Environment and Health in Wuxi, Wuxi, 214023, China.
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Li W, Wang L, Wang X, Liu R. Derivation of predicted no effect concentration and ecological risk assessment of polycyclic musks tonalide and galaxolide in sediment. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2022; 229:113093. [PMID: 34942419 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2021.113093] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2021] [Revised: 12/07/2021] [Accepted: 12/13/2021] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
Abstract
Polycyclic musks (PMs) have drawn increased attention in recent years because of their persistence, bioaccumulation and toxicity. As two typical PMs contaminants, tonalide (AHTN) and galaxolide (HHCB) are widely detected in sediment worldwide. Acute and chronic toxicity data of AHTN and HHCB to freshwater and seawater organisms in water and sediments are collected and screened. The predicted no effect concentrations (PNECsediment) for AHTN and HHCB is derived according to the equilibrium partitioning method recommended by the EU technical guidance document (TGD) and the species sensitivity distribution (SSD) method based on the measured sediment toxicity data. The concentration levels of AHTN and HHCB are investigated and evaluated in freshwater and seawater sediments. Results show the difference between native and non-native freshwater species is not statistically significant. AHTN is more toxic to freshwater and seawater organisms than HHCB, and seawater organisms are more sensitive to 2 musks than freshwater organisms. The chronic PNECsediment values of AHTN and HHCB are 194.48 and 416.47 ng/g in freshwater sediment, 88.93 and 128.34 ng/g in seawater sediment respectively. The AHTN and HHCB linear correlation analysis exhibited a strong positive linear correlation in both domestic (R2=0.9054) and foreign (R2 = 0.9645) sediment. Preliminary risk assessment shows that the risks posed by AHTN and HHCB in sediment based on individual or combined concentrations of two musks are at medium to high levels in some regions. Further risk assessment results indicate that, for HHCB, 1.72% of foreign freshwater sediment may pose an ecological risk to 5% species; for AHTN, 8.06% of foreign freshwater sediment and 1.02% of domestic freshwater sediment may pose an ecological risk to 5% species, and 5.86% of seawater sediment may pose an ecological risk to 5% species. The above results indicate that there are some negligible risks in domestic and foreign sediments posed by these two musks, we should continue to pay attention to the toxic effects and pollution level of both musks in environment.
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- Wenwen Li
- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Estuarine and Coastal Environment, State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Estuarine and Coastal Environment, State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Estuarine and Coastal Environment, State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China.
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- State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Estuarine and Coastal Environment, State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing 100012, China.
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Adjei JK, Dayie AD, Addo JK, Asamoah A, Amoako EO, Egoh BY, Bekoe E, Ofori NO, Adjei GA, Essumang DK. Occurrence, ecological risk assessment and source apportionment of pharmaceuticals, steroid hormones and xenoestrogens in the Ghanaian aquatic environments. Toxicol Rep 2022; 9:1398-1409. [DOI: 10.1016/j.toxrep.2022.06.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2022] [Revised: 06/10/2022] [Accepted: 06/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Meng Y, Zhang J, Fiedler H, Liu W, Pan T, Cao Z, Zhang T. Influence of land use type and urbanization level on the distribution of pharmaceuticals and personal care products and risk assessment in Beiyun River, China. CHEMOSPHERE 2022; 287:132075. [PMID: 34474378 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2021.132075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2021] [Revised: 08/21/2021] [Accepted: 08/27/2021] [Indexed: 05/08/2023]
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Influence of land use type and urbanization level on the distribution of pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) from the developed regions of Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei in the northern China was evaluated. The seasonal and spatial variations of the 22 target PPCPs were analyzed in the 63 sampling sites along the whole Beiyun River Basin. Results showed that the total PPCPs concentration had a wide variation range, from 132 ng L-1 to 25474 ng L-1. Spatial interpolation analysis showed that agricultural land presented higher PPCPs contamination level than build-up land (p < 0.05) and the concentration was negatively correlated with urbanization level. Source apportionment showed the untreated sewage source contributed to 34%-53% of the PPCPs burden in the Beiyun River. Risk assessment indicated that diethyltoluamide, carbamazepine, octocrylene, gemfibrozil and triclocarban had high risks (RQ > 1), and small tributaries had the highest mixed risk (MRQ = 34). Species sensitivity distribution combined with the safety threshold method showed that PPCPs would have potential risk on aquatic organisms even at very low concentrations and triclocarban posed the highest risk in the Beiyun River.
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- Yuan Meng
- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Research Centre for Resource and Environment, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Research Centre for Resource and Environment, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, People's Republic of China
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- MTM Research Centre, School of Science and Technology, Orebro University, Orebro, SE-701 82, Sweden
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- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Research Centre for Resource and Environment, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Research Centre for Resource and Environment, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, People's Republic of China
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- School of Environment, Henan Normal University, Xinxiang, 453007, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Research Centre for Resource and Environment, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, People's Republic of China.
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