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A comprehensive review on environmental and human health impacts of chemical pesticide usage
March 2025
This review critically examines the multifaceted impacts of chemical pesticides on environmental ecosystems and human health, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable pest management practices....
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Animal exposure to microplastics and health effects: A review
December 2024
Microplastic (MP) contamination has become a pervasive global issue, affecting terrestrial and aquatic environments, and its potential health hazards are of widespread concern. This review examined...
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Sodium lauryl sulfate and its potential impacts on organisms and the environment: A thematic analysis
March 2023
Due to its ubiquitous presence in the environment and the lack of a scientific consensus regarding the environmental safety of the widely used anionic surfactant Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (CAS No: 151-21-3),...
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Pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) in the freshwater aquatic environment
March 2017
Pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) are a unique group of emerging environmental contaminants, due to their inherent ability to induce physiological effects in human at low doses. An...
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Synthetic Microplastics in UK tap and bottled water; Implications for human exposure
March 2025
There is increasing concern for public health over inadvertent human exposure to MPs due to potential adverse health effects linked to MPs polymeric composition, toxic chemical additives, and/or harmful...
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Sources and factors influencing groundwater quality and associated health implications: A review
June 2023
Groundwater is essential for man's well-being and survival and is imperative for promoting public health. A wide range of groundwater quality studies have been conducted globally. However, there is...
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From water to plate: Reviewing the bioaccumulation of heavy metals in fish and unraveling human health risks in the food chain
December 2024
As we tread upon the ever-evolving canvas of our planet, one of the emerging concerns is the silent threat of heavy metal toxicity, a modern challenge that calls for both awareness and action. A single...
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Microplastics in food products: Prevalence, artificial intelligence based detection, and potential health impacts on humans
June 2025
Microplastic contamination in food products has become a growing concern due to its potential implications for human health, the environment, and food safety. Over the past decade, microplastics have...
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Steroid hormones in wastewater: Sources, treatments, environmental risks, and regulations
June 2023
Steroid hormones are micropollutants that contaminate the water worldwide and exhibit a significant threat to human health and the environment even at low concentrations. Steroid hormones are among...
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Pesticides toxicity in fish: Histopathological and hemato-biochemical aspects – A review
September 2023
Pesticides are from the potent chemical contaminants in aquatic environment. These chemicals are routed into the aquatic environment through several natural and anthropogenic activities. Pesticides...
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Emergence of antibiotic resistance due to the excessive use of antibiotics in medicines and feed additives: A global scenario with emphasis on the Indian perspective
December 2024
Antibiotics were discovered for medicinal applications, notably in the last century and since then, they have been prevalently employed for prophylactic purposes in various sectors in the last few decades....
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Advances in per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) detection and removal techniques from drinking water, their limitations, and future outlooks
March 2025
The widespread presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the environment poses a serious threat due to their persistent nature and harmful effects on human health and ecosystems. In...
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Assessment of plastic degradation by indigenous bacteria from waste disposal sites
September 2024
The present study focuses on the isolation of bacterial pathogens from waste disposal sites, and examination of their efficiencies for degrading various plastics. Seven bacterial isolates such as E. coli,...
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Microplastics and heavy metals in freshwater fish species in the southwestern region of Bangladesh: An emerging concern for public health
September 2024
Microplastics (MPs) pollution and its associated toxicity raising concerns among scientists as a result of their toxicological impacts on human health and the ecosystem. This study aims to investigate...
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Bibliometric exploration of green synthesized silver nanoparticles for antibacterial activity
March 2025
The green synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNP) is a promising, sustainable approach that converts plant biomass into valuable biocompatible antibacterial agents, providing sustainable solutions...
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Biomarker for monitoring heavy metal pollution in aquatic environment: An overview toward molecular perspectives
2022
Water pollution is a significant problem in almost all parts of the world. The complexity of anthropogenic activities along the watershed seems to lead the river to function as a giant disposal container....
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PFAS in the GCC: Towards environmental sustainability and public health protection
December 2024
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) present a growing environmental and health concern globally. This study examines the state of PFAS research and management in the Gulf Cooperation Council...
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Saudi Arabia E-waste management strategies, challenges and opportunities, effect on health and environment: A strategic review
December 2024
The strategic review explores the evolving landscape of electronic waste (e-waste) management in Saudi Arabia, shedding light on the strategies implemented, challenges faced, and emerging opportunities...
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Spatial distribution of microplastic pollution and its relation to pollution index-based water quality status in Progo River, Indonesia
September 2025
Progo River, one of the largest rivers on Java Island, serves as the primary source of clean water and irrigation for Central Java and the Special Region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Despite its importance,...
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Heavy metals accumulation in some important fish species cultured in commercial fish farm of Natore, Bangladesh and possible health risk evaluation
December 2023
Heavy metal contamination in aquatic environment is a serious concern throughout the world. Metal contamination are responsible for the accumulation of metals within the fish body. And, consumption...
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Pharmaceuticals as emerging pollutants: Implications for water resource management in Malaysia
June 2025
The escalating contamination of water bodies with pharmaceuticals has raised global concerns due to potential health repercussions. This review aims to provide comprehensive insights into the occurrence...
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Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) nanomechanical characterization of micro- and nanoplastics to support environmental investigations in groundwater
June 2025
Micro and nanoplastic (MNP) pollution is a severe environmental issue, posing potential risks to environmental and human health due to the intrinsic toxicity of plastic particles and their capacity...
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Microplastics in settled indoor dust: Implications for human exposure
September 2025
In recent years, microplastics (MPs) occurrence in indoor environments has raised significant concerns due to their distinctive physicochemical properties and potential toxicity. Indoor dust is well-documented...
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Antibiotic resistance occurrence and ecological impact in landfill leachate: A review on compound effect of antibiotics and non-antibiotics
September 2025
Landfilling remains one of the primary methods for managing municipal solid waste (MSW), processing approximately 350 million tons of waste annually. Among the various components of landfill waste,...
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Analysis of microplastics in spring water
March 2024
Springs are crucial as primary water sources for various human needs, including in Batu City, East Java, Indonesia. Preserving the integrity of these springs is essential to protect them from contamination,...
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