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Wong MH, Minkina T, Vasilchenko N, Sushkova S, Delegan Y, Ranjan A, Saxena P, Tarigholizadeh S, Dudnikova T, Barbashev A, Maksimov A, Faenson A, Kızılkaya R. Assessment of Antibiotic Resistance Genes in Soils Polluted by Chemical and Technogenic Ways with Poly-Aromatic Hydrocarbons and Heavy Metals. Environ Res 2024:118949. [PMID: 38631472 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2024.118949] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2023] [Revised: 01/18/2024] [Accepted: 04/14/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024]
Abstract
Anthropogenic activities are leaving lots of chemical footprints on the soil. It alters the physiochemical characteristics of the soil thereby modifying the natural soil microbiome. The prevalence of antimicrobial-resistance microbes in polluted soil has gained attention due to its obvious public health risks. This study focused on assessing the prevalence and distribution of antibiotic-resistance genes in polluted soil ecosystems impacted by industrial enterprises in southern Russia. Metagenomic analysis was conducted on soil samples collected from polluted sites using various approaches, and the prevalence of antibiotic-resistance genes was investigated. The results revealed that efflux-encoding pump sequences were the most widely represented group of genes, while genes whose products replaced antibiotic targets were less represented. The level of soil contamination increased, and there was an increase in the total number of antibiotic-resistance genes in proteobacteria, but a decrease in actinobacteria. The study proposed an optimal mechanism for processing metagenomic data in polluted soil ecosystems, which involves mapping raw reads by the KMA method, followed by a detailed study of specific genes. The study's conclusions provide valuable insights into the prevalence and distribution of antibiotic-resistance genes in polluted soils and have been illustrated in heat maps.
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- Ming Hung Wong
- Academy of Biology and Biotechnology, Southern Federal University, 344006 Rostov-on-Don, Russia; Consortium on Health, Environment, Education, and Research (CHEER), The Educaiton University of Hong Kong, Tai Po, Hong Kong, China
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- Academy of Biology and Biotechnology, Southern Federal University, 344006 Rostov-on-Don, Russia
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- Academy of Biology and Biotechnology, Southern Federal University, 344006 Rostov-on-Don, Russia; Almetyevsk state oil institute, 423450 Almetyevsk, Republic of Tatarstan, Russia
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- Academy of Biology and Biotechnology, Southern Federal University, 344006 Rostov-on-Don, Russia
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- Academy of Biology and Biotechnology, Southern Federal University, 344006 Rostov-on-Don, Russia; G.K. Skryabin Institute of Biochemistry and Physiology of Microorganisms, Pushchino Scientific Center for Biological Research of the Russian Academy of Sciences, 5 prosp. Nauki, Pushchino, 142290 Moscow, Russia
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- Academy of Biology and Biotechnology, Southern Federal University, 344006 Rostov-on-Don, Russia.
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- Academy of Biology and Biotechnology, Southern Federal University, 344006 Rostov-on-Don, Russia
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- Academy of Biology and Biotechnology, Southern Federal University, 344006 Rostov-on-Don, Russia
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- Academy of Biology and Biotechnology, Southern Federal University, 344006 Rostov-on-Don, Russia
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- Academy of Biology and Biotechnology, Southern Federal University, 344006 Rostov-on-Don, Russia
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- National Medical Research Centre for Oncology, 344037 Rostov-on-Don, Russia
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- National Medical Research Centre for Oncology, 344037 Rostov-on-Don, Russia
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Venkatraman G, Giribabu N, Mohan PS, Muttiah B, Govindarajan VK, Alagiri M, Abdul Rahman PS, Karsani SA. Environmental impact and human health effects of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and remedial strategies: A detailed review. Chemosphere 2024; 351:141227. [PMID: 38253087 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.141227] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2023] [Revised: 12/19/2023] [Accepted: 01/13/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024]
Abstract
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) profoundly impact public and environmental health. Gaining a comprehensive understanding of their intricate functions, exposure pathways, and potential health implications is imperative to implement remedial strategies and legislation effectively. This review seeks to explore PAH mobility, direct exposure pathways, and cutting-edge bioremediation technologies essential for combating the pervasive contamination of environments by PAHs, thereby expanding our foundational knowledge. PAHs, characterised by their toxicity and possession of two or more aromatic rings, exhibit diverse configurations. Their lipophilicity and remarkable persistence contribute to their widespread prevalence as hazardous environmental contaminants and byproducts. Primary sources of PAHs include contaminated food, water, and soil, which enter the human body through inhalation, ingestion, and dermal exposure. While short-term consequences encompass eye irritation, nausea, and vomiting, long-term exposure poses risks of kidney and liver damage, difficulty breathing, and asthma-like symptoms. Notably, cities with elevated PAH levels may witness exacerbation of bronchial asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Bioremediation techniques utilising microorganisms emerge as a promising avenue to mitigate PAH-related health risks by facilitating the breakdown of these compounds in polluted environments. Furthermore, this review delves into the global concern of antimicrobial resistance associated with PAHs, highlighting its implications. The environmental effects and applications of genetically altered microbes in addressing this challenge warrant further exploration, emphasising the dynamic nature of ongoing research in this field.
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- Gopinath Venkatraman
- Universiti Malaya Centre for Proteomics Research, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, 50603, Malaysia; Department of Biochemistry, Saveetha Dental College, Saveetha Institute of Medical & Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, 600 077, India.
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, 50603, Malaysia
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- Department of Medical Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, 50603, Malaysia
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- Department of Chemistry, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram Campus, Chennai, 600 089, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Physics and Nanotechnology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur, 603 203, Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu, India.
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- Institute of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, 50603, Malaysia
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