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Insights in Pharmaceutical Pollution: The Prospective Role of eDNA Metabarcoding

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Recent advances in sample preparation and chromatographic analysis of pharmaceuticals and personal care products in environment

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Summary: This review summarizes the sample pretreatment techniques and analysis methods for pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) in different environmental media, including liquid-liquid extraction, pressurized liquid extraction, liquid-phase microextraction, microwave-assisted extraction, solid phase extraction, and magnetic solid phase extraction. Furthermore, commonly adopted analytical methods for the identification and quantification of PPCPs, such as gas chromatography, high-performance liquid chromatography, and mass spectrometry coupling techniques, are reviewed. This review provides insights into recent advances in the determination of PPCPs in different environmental samples.

TRAC-TRENDS IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY (2023)

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Article Engineering, Environmental

Flushing away the future: The effects of wastewater treatment plants on aquatic invertebrates

Daniel Enns et al.

Summary: Wastewater treatment plants are essential but ineffective at removing micropollutants from treated effluents before releasing them into aquatic environments, which can negatively impact freshwater fauna and insect communities. This study comprehensively investigated the effects of 170 WWTPs on invertebrate taxonomic composition and found that pollution tolerant taxa were favored while sensitive taxa were negatively impacted downstream of WWTPs.

WATER RESEARCH (2023)

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Article Engineering, Environmental

Photoelectrocatalytic degradation of pharmaceuticals promoted by a metal-free g-C3N4 catalyst

Andre Torres-Pinto et al.

Summary: Graphitic carbon nitride is an effective photoelectrocatalyst for water treatment, particularly for the removal of refractory contaminants. The optimization of a photoelectrocatalytic system using this catalyst achieved high removal rates for pharmaceutical active compounds in wastewater, showing promising potential for wastewater treatment.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2023)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Electrochemical oxidation technique to pharmaceutical pollutants removal

Chunying Wu et al.

Chemosphere (2023)

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Review Environmental Sciences

Predicting and improving the microbial removal of organic micropollutants during wastewater treatment: A review

Ana B. Rios-Miguel et al.

Summary: Organic micropollutants (OMPs), including pharmaceuticals and pesticides, can persist in water at low concentrations and pose a threat to aquatic ecosystems and drinking water quality. The effectiveness of wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) in removing OMPs varies due to factors such as low concentrations, stable chemical structures, and suboptimal conditions. This review discusses these factors, focusing on the adaptation of microorganisms to degrade OMPs. Recommendations are made to improve prediction models and optimize microbial treatment strategies for OMP removal.

CHEMOSPHERE (2023)

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Review Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology

A review of biosensor for environmental monitoring: principle, application, and corresponding achievement of sustainable development goals

Chi-Wei Huang et al.

Summary: Human health and socioeconomic development are closely related to environmental pollution, necessitating the use of reliable devices such as biosensors to monitor contaminants in the real environment. Biosensors have gained attention as in-situ, real-time, and cost-effective analytical tools for environmental monitoring. Portable, cost-effective, quick, and flexible biosensing devices are necessary for continuous environmental monitoring. The advantages of biosensor strategy align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) established by the United Nations (UN), particularly in relation to clean water and sources of energy. However, the relationship between SDGs and biosensor application for environmental monitoring is not well understood, and there are limitations and challenges that may hinder biosensor application. Therefore, this review provides an overview of different types of biosensors, their principles and applications, and their correlation with SDGs 6, 12, 13, 14, and 15, serving as a reference for relevant authorities and administrators to consider.

BIOENGINEERED (2023)

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Reducing pollution to levels not harming biodiversity and ecosystem functions: A perspective on the post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework

Alexander Feckler et al.

Summary: This review focuses on the potential impact of current chemicals, such as pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products, on aquatic biodiversity and ecosystem functions. It critically reflects on strategies to reduce environmental release and mitigate potential effects. The approach of intervening at the start of chemicals' life cycles or reducing their diversity and production amounts holds promise for reducing surface water exposure.

CURRENT OPINION IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & HEALTH (2023)

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Evaluating five primer pairs for environmental DNA metabarcoding of Central European fish species based on mock communities

Till-Hendrik Macher et al.

Metabarcoding and Metagenomics (2023)

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Current Status of Omics in Biological Quality Elements for Freshwater Biomonitoring

Jorge Machuca-Sepulveda et al.

Summary: Freshwater ecosystems are facing various threats that pose unprecedented challenges to different aspects of human life. Although progress has been made in biomonitoring techniques, there are still significant limitations in assessing and quantifying biodiversity and its interaction with detrimental factors. This review provides an overview of modern advancements in freshwater biomonitoring using omics methodologies. The utilization of advanced bioinformatics techniques represents a departure from conventional practices and is crucial for biomonitoring programs.

BIOLOGY-BASEL (2023)

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Applications of environmental DNA (eDNA) to detect subterranean and aquatic invasive species: A critical review on the challenges and limitations of eDNA metabarcoding

Sakib Tahmid Rishan et al.

Environmental Advances (2023)

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Article Environmental Studies

Transforming marine monitoring: Using eDNA metabarcoding to improve the monitoring of the Mediterranean Marine Protected Areas network

Ginevra Capurso et al.

Summary: The creation of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) is essential for marine environment protection in the European Union. However, current monitoring of MPAs is insufficient. The use of environmental DNA (eDNA) methods in MPA monitoring is relatively unexplored. This study examines the potential of eDNA to enhance monitoring in Mediterranean MPAs, addressing monitoring challenges and evaluating its suitability using a literature review and questionnaire.

MARINE POLICY (2023)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Paracetamol ecotoxicological bioassay using the bioindicators Lens culinaris Med. and Pisum sativum L

Seir Antonio Salazar Mercado et al.

Summary: The possible cytotoxic effects of paracetamol were evaluated using two bioindicator plants Lens culinaris and Pisum sativum. The results showed that paracetamol inhibited root growth, caused abnormalities, and significant micronucleus formation in both plants, indicating a high degree of toxicity.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH (2023)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in the environment: Recent updates on the occurrence, fate, hazards and removal technologies

Jia-Yuan Lin et al.

Summary: This study provides a comprehensive review of the occurrence, fate, and hazards associated with NSAIDs in the environment, and summarizes various removal technologies. By comparing and analyzing the benefits and drawbacks of different technologies, strategies for future development are proposed.

SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT (2023)

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Article Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology

Development of a whole-cell biosensor for detection of antibiotics targeting bacterial cell envelope in Bacillus subtilis

Jianhua Yin et al.

Summary: Developing novel antibiotics to treat infections caused by multi-drug-resistant bacteria is an urgent need. Whole-cell biosensors, which have been extensively studied for environmental monitoring, show promise for detecting cell envelope-acting antibiotics. In this study, a whole-cell biosensor was constructed using the sigma(M)-mediated regulatory system of Bacillus subtilis and successfully detected cell envelope-acting antibiotics with high sensitivity and specificity.

APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY (2022)

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Analysis of pharmaceuticals, hormones and bacterial communities in a municipal wastewater treatment plant - Comparison of parallel full-scale membrane bioreactor and activated sludge systems

T. Leiviska et al.

Summary: The study examined the occurrence of pharmaceuticals, hormones, and bacterial community structures at a wastewater treatment plant in Finland with two parallel treatment lines. It found that there were fluctuations in species richness and diversity in the effluent samples, with a marked decrease observed between August and November. The study also showed differences in removal rates between conventional activated sludge treatment and membrane bioreactor treatment.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (2022)

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Presence of pharmaceuticals and their metabolites in wild-living aquatic organisms - Current state of knowledge

Klaudia Swiacka et al.

Summary: In recent years, there has been a growing number of studies on pharmaceutical contamination of aquatic ecosystems, but questions and uncertainties remain regarding the distribution of these chemicals in water environments. Variability in data on the presence of pharmaceuticals in water bodies highlights the need for further research on the topic. Wild organisms have been used as research subjects since the early 1990s to study environmental contamination with pharmaceuticals, with a focus on the measurement of pharmaceutical levels in biological matrices to better understand their overall presence in aquatic environments.

JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS (2022)

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Determination of 38 antibiotics in raw and treated wastewater from swine farms using liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry

Suli Zhi et al.

Summary: The present study developed a multi-residue method using solid-phase extraction and mass spectrometry to identify and quantify 38 veterinary antibiotics in differently treated wastewater. The method exhibited high recovery rates, linearity, and practicality. It was successfully applied to analyze antibiotic residues in swine water samples.

JOURNAL OF SEPARATION SCIENCE (2022)

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Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Pharmaceutical pollution of the world's rivers

John L. Wilkinson et al.

Summary: Environmental exposure to active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) can have negative effects on ecosystems and human health. A global-scale study of API pollution in rivers highlights the highest concentrations in sub-Saharan Africa, south Asia, and South America, primarily in low- to middle-income countries with poor wastewater and waste management infrastructure. The most frequently detected APIs include carbamazepine, metformin, and caffeine, with some concentrations exceeding safe levels for aquatic organisms. Pharmaceutical pollution poses a global threat to environmental and human health and has implications for achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (2022)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Behavioral changes and neurochemical responses in Chinese rare minnow exposed to four psychoactive substances

Siyue Gao et al.

Summary: The study revealed the varied effects of different psychoactive substances on the neurochemicals and behaviors of Chinese rare minnow, with ALPZ and LORZ suppressing locomotory activity and COD and MOR impacting anxiety-related behaviors. Comprehensive evaluation indicated that COD had the lowest neurotoxic effect, while LORZ showed stronger neurotoxicity at low concentrations.

SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT (2022)

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Article Engineering, Environmental

eDNA biomonitoring revealed the ecological effects of water diversion projects between Yangtze River and Tai Lake

Lijuan Zhang et al.

Summary: This study used environmental DNA metabarcoding to investigate the potential ecological impact of water diversion on the connected basins. The results showed that water diversion accelerated biotic homogenization between different waterbodies and affected the local community compositions of phytoplankton in Tai Lake.

WATER RESEARCH (2022)

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Article Environmental Studies

Pharmaceutical pollution: A weakly regulated global environmental risk

Mirella Miettinen et al.

Summary: The effects of pharmaceuticals in the environment have been well documented, but international regulation remains weak. Pharmaceutical pollutants are addressed under SAICM, but gaps in regulation exist and could be addressed through more integrated approaches informed by experiences from other fields.

REVIEW OF EUROPEAN COMPARATIVE & INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL LAW (2022)

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Review Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Nanofiltration membranes for food and pharmaceutical industries

Shadpour Mallakpour et al.

Summary: Nanofiltration (NF) technology has gained a lot of attention due to its lower practical pressure, lesser investment, high permeate flux, fixed costs, and higher retention of multivalent salts. It has been widely applied in areas such as wastewater treatment, food, and pharmaceutical industries, with promising applications in juice concentration, beverage industry, dairy industry, and pharmaceutical active compound treatment.

EMERGENT MATERIALS (2022)

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Environmental DNA Metabarcoding: A Novel Method for Biodiversity Monitoring of Marine Fish Communities

Masaki Miya

Summary: This article reviews the application of eDNA metabarcoding in monitoring marine fish communities and discusses its prospects in biodiversity monitoring. eDNA metabarcoding can predict species richness, detect habitat segregation and biogeographic patterns, and monitor the dynamics of fish communities. It can also assess the impact of human activities on fish communities.

ANNUAL REVIEW OF MARINE SCIENCE (2022)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Sublethal biochemical, histopathological and genotoxicological effects of short-term exposure to ciprofloxacin in catfish Rhamdia quelen

Rafael Shinji Akiyama Kitamura et al.

Summary: This study investigated the sublethal effects of short-term exposure to different concentrations of Ciprofloxacin on Neotropical catfish. The results showed that Ciprofloxacin caused genotoxicity and adverse effects on hematological and histopathological parameters in the fish. These findings highlight the need for attention and monitoring of Ciprofloxacin concentrations in aquatic environments.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (2022)

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Article Chemistry, Analytical

Assessment of automated off-line solid-phase extraction LC-MS/MS to monitor EPA priority endocrine disruptors in tap water, surface water, and wastewater

Ken Goeury et al.

Summary: This study evaluated the suitability of automated off-line solid phase extraction liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry for the determination of EPA-priority endocrine-disrupting compounds in environmental water matrixes. Factors that may influence the analytical performance were assessed, and various materials and protocol variations were tested. The method showed acceptable extraction efficiencies and reliable limits of detection for the target compounds in different water samples. Method validation confirmed the accuracy and precision of the method through linearity, accuracy, and precision tests in reagent water and matrix-matched extracted calibrants.

TALANTA (2022)

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Review Integrative & Complementary Medicine

CRISPR-Cas gene editing technology and its application prospect in medicinal plants

Miaoxian Guo et al.

Summary: CRISPR-Cas gene editing technology has revolutionized genome research and engineering, with increasing applications in plant species. While still in early stages for medicinal plants, there is potential for significant advancements in the future.

CHINESE MEDICINE (2022)

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Review Microbiology

Pharmaceutical Pollution in Aquatic Environments: A Concise Review of Environmental Impacts and Bioremediation Systems

Maite Ortuzar et al.

Summary: The presence of pharmaceutical contaminants in the environment is a growing concern worldwide. This review discusses the current status and impact of pharmaceutical compounds as emerging contaminants, with a focus on their presence in water bodies. The development of bioremediation systems, particularly fungal technologies, for the removal of these contaminants is also analyzed.

FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY (2022)

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Article Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science

eDNA Metabarcoding Benchmarked towards Conventional Survey Methods in Amphibian Monitoring

Anne Katrine Norgaard Svenningsen et al.

Summary: This study evaluated the efficiency of eDNA metabarcoding and conventional survey methods in detecting amphibian species in Danish lakes and ponds. The results showed that eDNA metabarcoding can detect multiple amphibian species and provide important knowledge on their distribution and occurrence. Applying eDNA techniques as a supplement allows for more frequent monitoring.

ANIMALS (2022)

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Article Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Separation of Drugs by Commercial Nanofiltration Membranes and Their Modelling

Vignesh Nayak et al.

Summary: Pharmaceutical drugs have become a major water pollutant in the environment, posing a severe threat to living species. This study investigated the performance of polyamide thin-film composite tubular nanofiltration membranes in removing pharmaceutical drugs and evaluated the impact of various operating conditions. The findings suggest that the membrane's structural parameters and operating conditions have a direct effect on the drug removal efficiency.

MEMBRANES (2022)

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A Review of Environmental DNA Field and Laboratory Protocols Applied in Fish Ecology and Environmental Health

Yingchun Xing et al.

Summary: This review examines the use of environmental DNA (eDNA) in fish ecology research, including species diversity, conservation, monitoring of threatened and invasive species, and population structure and distribution. The review analyzes the experimental methods used in eDNA studies and provides recommendations for optimal protocols in fish diversity detection. It also offers suggestions for water sample collection and processing, as well as experiments. Furthermore, the review highlights key challenges in future eDNA research, such as contamination, inhibition, lack of reference DNA data, and bioinformatic analysis.

FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (2022)

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Article Biochemical Research Methods

Development and validation of a direct injection liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry method for the analysis of illicit drugs and psychopharmaceuticals in wastewater

Luis H. Restrepo-Vieira et al.

Summary: A direct injection liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry method was developed for analyzing illicit drugs and psychopharmaceuticals in wastewater. The method offers a faster screening alternative without sample pre-concentration techniques, and it revealed incomplete removal of these substances during wastewater treatment.

JOURNAL OF CHROMATOGRAPHY A (2022)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Environmental RNA outperforms eDNA metabarcoding in assessing impact of marine pollution: A chromium-spiked mesocosm test

Mattia Greco et al.

CHEMOSPHERE (2022)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Environmental DNA Methods for Ecological Monitoring and Biodiversity Assessment in Estuaries

Raman P. Nagarajan et al.

Summary: The article discusses the detection methods of environmental DNA (eDNA) in estuarine waters, emphasizing the importance of environmental context and species life history in the successful application of eDNA methods. Through case studies and recommendations, it demonstrates how eDNA detection can complement traditional monitoring programs and provide regional guidance on future potential eDNA applications.

ESTUARIES AND COASTS (2022)

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Article Environmental Sciences

The Effects of Paroxetine on Benthic Microbial Food Web and Nitrogen Transformation in River Sediments

Yi Li et al.

Summary: The study found that paroxetine has limited impact on the diversity of benthic microorganisms in river sediments, but does affect nitrogen-transforming bacteria, thereby influencing the nitrogen transformation process in sediments. Additionally, paroxetine indirectly affects nitrogen transformation by influencing the lifespan and conversion efficiency of higher trophic level organisms, subsequently impacting the ecology of nitrogen-transforming bacteria.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH (2022)

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Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

A manager's guide to using eDNA metabarcoding in marine ecosystems

Zachary Gold et al.

Summary: Environmental DNA (eDNA) metabarcoding is a powerful tool for enhancing marine ecosystem/biodiversity monitoring programs. This article outlines five important steps for developing an eDNA monitoring program, including selecting target genes and primers, assembling comprehensive barcode reference databases, applying rigorous decontamination pipelines, conducting pilot studies to define eDNA variance, and archiving samples and raw sequence data. The case study of eDNA metabarcoding in the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach demonstrates the importance of these considerations and the effectiveness of eDNA metabarcoding in detecting species and providing archived genetic resources.

PEERJ (2022)

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Fishing for fish environmental DNA: Ecological applications, methodological considerations, surveying designs, and ways forward

Meng Yao et al.

Summary: The vast declines in freshwater and marine fish diversity and population abundance have serious implications for ecosystems and human livelihoods. Environmental DNA (eDNA) biomonitoring provides an efficient and cost-effective method for assessing species occurrences and population trends in aquatic environments. This study analyzes 416 fish eDNA studies, highlighting the potential of eDNA technology in improving fish conservation and fisheries management. The study also identifies methodological concerns and provides guidelines for effective sampling in different aquatic habitats.

MOLECULAR ECOLOGY (2022)

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Article Microbiology

Bacterial Communities and Antibiotic Resistance of Potential Pathogens Involved in Food Safety and Public Health in Fish and Water of Lake Karla, Thessaly, Greece

Dimitrios A. Anagnostopoulos et al.

Summary: This study investigated the bacterial communities, microbial populations, and antibiotic resistance in water and fish from different areas of Lake Karla in Greece. The results showed that Serratia fonticola and several species of Aeromonas were the dominant bacteria, with S. fonticola exhibiting resistance to multiple antibiotics. The findings suggest that Lake Karla's water can be used for irrigation and recreation, but quality management is necessary to ensure environmental hygiene and prevent zoonotic diseases.

PATHOGENS (2022)

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An Overview of the Impact of Pharmaceuticals on Aquatic Microbial Communities

Isabel Pinto et al.

Summary: Pharmaceuticals as pollutants in ecosystems have raised global concern due to their negative impact on natural biota, despite lower detected concentrations. It is important to understand their effects on environmental native microbiota, as microbial communities can be seriously affected. Antibiotics have been studied in more detail among this class of pollutants.

ANTIBIOTICS-BASEL (2022)

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Minimizing the environmental impact of unused pharmaceuticals: Review focused on prevention

Milica Paut Kusturica et al.

Summary: This article discusses the adverse effects of pharmaceuticals on the environment and proposes preventive measures to reduce their presence. These measures include rational drug use, prescribing greener drugs, improving waste management, and educating healthcare professionals and the public.

FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (2022)

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Pharmaceuticals in the Aquatic Environment: A Review on Eco-Toxicology and the Remediation Potential of Algae

Monika Hejna et al.

Summary: The pollution of the aquatic environment is a global issue, with pharmaceuticals being a significant class of contaminants. Conventional wastewater treatments are ineffective in removing emerging pollutants. Phycoremediation using algae is a promising low-cost and environmentally friendly option for wastewater treatment.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH (2022)

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Current status of pesticide effects on environment, human health and it's eco-friendly management as bioremediation: A comprehensive review

Vinay Mohan Pathak et al.

Summary: Pesticides, either natural or chemically synthesized, are used to control pests in various sectors. Understanding their properties and toxicity, as well as adopting eco-friendly management strategies, is crucial for minimizing their usage and preserving the environment.

FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY (2022)

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Article Biodiversity Conservation

Environmental DNA-Based Methods in Biodiversity Monitoring of Protected Areas: Application Range, Limitations, and Needs

Kathrin Pascher et al.

Summary: Novel methods for species detection based on collection of environmental DNA have great potential in biodiversity assessment and conservation practice, offering precise and rapid species identification. These methods could serve as supplement or even substitutes for conventional monitoring methods used in protected areas.

DIVERSITY-BASEL (2022)

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Article Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology

Development of Whole-Cell Biosensors for Screening of Peptidoglycan-Targeting Antibiotics in a Gram-Negative Bacterium

Jianhua Yin et al.

Summary: The growing problem of antibiotic resistance in Gram-negative bacteria urgently requires new strategies and the development of novel antibiotics. Microbial whole-cell biosensors have the potential for discovering novel antibiotics as they can sense various stimuli with a quantifiable output. This study developed a highly sensitive and specific biosensor based on a novel two-component system in the Gram-negative bacterium Shewanella oneidensis that senses and responds to peptidoglycan stress. These biosensors have great potential for discovering new antibiotics and determining their mode of action.

APPLIED AND ENVIRONMENTAL MICROBIOLOGY (2022)

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The potential of algae and aquatic macrophytes in the pharmaceutical and personal care products (PPCPs) environmental removal: a review

Eduardo Couto et al.

Summary: The presence of emerging contaminants, such as pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs), in aquatic environments is a growing concern due to their potential impacts on the natural environment and human health. Various studies have been conducted to address these concerns and explore the use of macro, microalgae, and aquatic macrophytes for PPCPs removal. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the bioremediation alternatives of PPCPs using these organisms, along with discussing the characteristics of PPCPs and their risks to the environment and human health. It also highlights the opportunities and challenges for expanding the use of biotechnologies based on algae and aquatic macrophytes.

CHEMOSPHERE (2022)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Invertebrates differentially bioaccumulate pharmaceuticals: Implications for routine biomonitoring*

Katerina Grabicova et al.

Summary: Urbanization has resulted in increased discharge of treated wastewater and raw sewage, leading to higher levels of pharmaceuticals and their metabolites in water. Current monitoring programs need to be revised to account for the bioaccumulation of pharmaceuticals and ionizable contaminants.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (2022)

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Environmental DNA Metabarcoding: A Novel Contrivance for Documenting Terrestrial Biodiversity

Shahnawaz Hassan et al.

Summary: This article provides comprehensive information on the use of environmental DNA (eDNA) in terrestrial ecosystems from 2012 to 2022. It highlights the importance of understanding eDNA degradation, DNA persistence, and variables affecting eDNA detectability in terrestrial habitats. The information presented is essential for ecologists, researchers, and decision-makers to develop a holistic understanding of eDNA and its applicability as a biodiversity monitoring tool. Lack of cardinal data and increasing human pressure have significantly impacted biodiversity conservation, and the innovative concept of eDNA offers a promising solution. However, there is a need for coordinated development and evaluation of eDNA-based investigations in terrestrial habitats to address its strengths and limitations.

BIOLOGY-BASEL (2022)

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Recent Strategies for Bioremediation of Emerging Pollutants: A Review for a Green and Sustainable Environment

Saroj Bala et al.

Summary: Environmental pollution caused by xenobiotics and other recalcitrant compounds poses a significant risk to human health and the natural environment. Bioremediation, an effective technique for cleaning polluted environments, utilizes microorganisms to eliminate, degrade, detoxify, and immobilize hazardous wastes and pollutants. The goal of bioremediation is to degrade pollutants into less toxic forms. This review discusses the recent developments in bioremediation techniques, the breakdown of different pollutants by microorganisms, and the future of bioremediation in reducing pollution.

TOXICS (2022)

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Article Marine & Freshwater Biology

Environmental DNA metabarcoding for freshwater bivalves biodiversity assessment: methods and results for the Western Palearctic (European sub-region)

Vincent Prie et al.

Summary: The study introduces a metabarcoding approach for freshwater bivalves, which has been shown to be more effective in detecting a greater number of species compared to traditional methods. The developed primers have been proven to be effective globally, providing a new tool for freshwater bivalve monitoring worldwide.

HYDROBIOLOGIA (2021)

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Fish as predators and prey:DNA-based assessment of their role in food webs

Michael Traugott et al.

Summary: Fish play dual roles as consumers and prey in the food web, and DNA-based methods have provided significant advancements in assessing trophic interactions. Understanding these relationships is crucial for comprehending fish community dynamics and responses to environmental changes.

JOURNAL OF FISH BIOLOGY (2021)

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Toxic effects of NSAIDs in non-target species: A review from the perspective of the aquatic environment

Klaudia Swiacka et al.

Summary: Research on the impact of NSAIDs on aquatic animals highlights the importance of understanding the effects on the overall aquatic environment and the areas where further analysis is needed.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (2021)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Removal of pharmaceuticals from wastewater of health care facilities

Daniele Mousel et al.

Summary: Health care facilities can be point sources of pharmaceutical residues in public sewer systems. This study found that combining biological treatment with further processes such as activated carbon adsorption, ozonation and advanced oxidation can effectively remove pharmaceutical residues from wastewater in nursing homes, orthopaedic clinics, and psychiatric clinics. The results demonstrate the general suitability of these treatment methods for eliminating pharmaceutical residues, with the advanced oxidation process showing the highest energy demand.

SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT (2021)

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Pharmaceuticals in the marine environment: What are the present challenges in their monitoring?

Perrine Branchet et al.

Summary: There has been a growing interest in researching pharmaceutical residues in the environment in recent years, as they pose a potential threat to aquatic ecosystems. Monitoring pharmaceuticals in marine environments presents challenges such as substance selection, site configuration, and sampling strategies. Further research and development are needed to address the complexities of monitoring pharmaceuticals in marine matrices and to enhance water quality assessment and management decisions.

SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT (2021)

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A Review of Biological Monitoring of Aquatic Ecosystems Approaches: with Special Reference to Macroinvertebrates and Pesticide Pollution

R. G. I. Sumudumali et al.

Summary: Biological monitoring evaluates environmental changes through biological responses, with bioindicators able to monitor ecosystem changes and distinguish human impact from natural variability. Among aquatic taxa, macroinvertebrates play a crucial role in transferring energy through aquatic food chains and have varying sensitivity to environmental changes. Assessing freshwater ecosystems health using macroinvertebrates involves different approaches such as diversity indices, biotic indices, multimetric approaches, and trait-based approaches like the SPEcies At Risk of pesticides (SPEAR) index.

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (2021)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Prescribed aggression of fishes: Pharmaceuticals modify aggression in environmentally relevant concentrations

Pavla Huben et al.

Summary: The study revealed that different psychoactive compounds had varying effects on the aggressive behavior of chub, with citalopram and methamphetamine generally increasing aggression while tramadol and sertraline did not. Analysis of pollutant concentration in the brain showed a positive linear relationship between citalopram concentration and aggression, with no such effect seen for other compounds or their metabolites. Structural break analyses also identified concentration thresholds in brain tissue for citalopram and sertraline, from which a significant effect on behavior was observed.

ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY (2021)

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Article Environmental Sciences

eDNA metabarcoding revealed differential structures of aquatic communities in a dynamic freshwater ecosystem shaped by habitat heterogeneity

Ruili Xie et al.

Summary: The use of eDNA metabarcoding allows for broader and higher throughput biomonitoring of freshwater ecosystems, revealing unique characteristics of zooplankton and fish communities across different habitats, which are influenced by various environmental factors.

ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH (2021)

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Adsorption and detoxification of pharmaceutical compounds from wastewater using nanomaterials: A review on mechanism, kinetics, valorization and circular economy

Simranjeet Singh et al.

Summary: The article discusses the impact of antibiotics in the environment and the efficient removal of antibiotics using nanomaterials or nanoparticles, focusing on degradation pathways and mechanisms, as well as applications in photocatalysis. Nanomaterials have the potential to mineralize pharmaceutical compounds and provide a cost-effective solution for treating pharmaceutical by-products and waste.

JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (2021)

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A critical review on human internal exposure of phthalate metabolites and the associated health risks

Senyuan Huang et al.

Summary: Phthalates are synthetic chemicals commonly used as plasticizers and solvents. Human exposure to phthalates can lead to various diseases. Monitoring phthalate metabolites in human matrices can help assess health risks, with factors like inhalation, dietary ingestion, and dermal absorption influencing exposure levels.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (2021)

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Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

eDNA metabarcoding as a biomonitoring tool for marine protected areas

Zachary Gold et al.

Summary: This study compared fish communities inside and outside a marine protected area using eDNA metabarcoding and underwater visual census surveys. The results demonstrated the sensitivity and feasibility of eDNA for monitoring marine ecosystems, highlighting its potential as a complementary tool to visual methods.

PLOS ONE (2021)

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Critical review on hazardous pollutants in water environment: Occurrence, monitoring, fate, removal technologies and risk assessment

B. Senthil Rathi et al.

Summary: This article discusses the impact of water pollution on the environment and health, introduces the presence and treatment methods of hazardous pollutants in wastewater effluents, and emphasizes the importance of risk assessment for hazardous pollutants.

SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT (2021)

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Methodology of fish eDNA and its applications in ecology and environment

Shuping Wang et al.

Summary: Fish environmental DNA (eDNA) studies have advanced significantly over the past decade, providing valuable insights for monitoring fish populations. Despite existing reviews on eDNA, a systematic review on methodology and applications of fish eDNA in ecology and environment is lacking. This review presents a comprehensive analysis of fish eDNA literature, discusses relevant experiments, and highlights the potential impact of eDNA technology on global conservation efforts.

SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT (2021)

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Review Microbiology

Microbiome Composition and Function in Aquatic Vertebrates: Small Organisms Making Big Impacts on Aquatic Animal Health

Ludek Sehnal et al.

Summary: This critical review synthesizes research on the microbiota of aquatic vertebrates and discusses the impact of emerging stressors on aquatic microbial communities. The structure and function of microbial communities in fish and marine mammals are influenced by environmental factors, with unique compositions found in different species. Understanding the functional relevance of microbial communities is crucial for monitoring water quality and population health in aquatic ecosystems.

FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY (2021)

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Article Biology

Passive eDNA collection enhances aquatic biodiversity analysis

Bessey Cindy et al.

Summary: The study demonstrates how passive eDNA collection can effectively detect fish and provide similar estimates of total fish biodiversity compared to active filtration methods in marine systems. This approach enables higher levels of biological sampling and expands the range of ecological questions that eDNA metabarcoding can address.

COMMUNICATIONS BIOLOGY (2021)

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Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

How to decrease pharmaceuticals in the environment? A review

Magda Caban et al.

Summary: The global issue of human and veterinary pharmaceuticals in the environment is being investigated, demanding comprehensive mitigation actions. These actions involve designing, producing, prescribing, selling, handling waste, and controlling sources of pharmaceuticals, among others, and should be ranked according to their effects in the long term.

ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS (2021)

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Review Environmental Sciences

A review of bismuth-based photocatalysts for antibiotic degradation: Insight into the photocatalytic degradation performance, pathways and relevant mechanisms

Kena Qin et al.

Summary: This review compares and evaluates the performance, degradation pathways, and potential mechanisms of bismuth-based catalysts and modified materials in antibiotic removal, showing that multi-component photocatalysts perform better than single-component photocatalysts.

ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH (2021)

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Article Fisheries

Sifting environmental DNA metabarcoding data sets for rapid reconstruction of marine food webs

Simone D'Alessandro et al.

Summary: Marine ecosystems are rapidly changing due to various anthropogenic impacts, leading to disruptions in productivity dynamics and alterations in marine food webs. Traditional methods for surveying marine food webs are laborious and costly, but a new low-cost approach using environmental DNA analysis shows promise in providing rapid and scalable monitoring of ecosystem structure.

FISH AND FISHERIES (2021)

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Article Infectious Diseases

Increased antimicrobial resistance during the COVID-19 pandemic

Chih-Cheng Lai et al.

Summary: During the COVID-19 pandemic, the rapid increase in multidrug-resistant organisms is attributed to the high utilization of antimicrobial agents in COVID-19 patients with a comparatively low infection rate. To prevent the occurrence of MDROs, appropriate prescription and optimized use of antimicrobials according to antimicrobial stewardship principles, along with quality diagnosis and aggressive infection control measures, are recommended.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ANTIMICROBIAL AGENTS (2021)

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Article Engineering, Environmental

Enhanced adsorptive removal of sulfamethoxazole from water using biochar derived from hydrothermal carbonization of sugarcane bagasse

G. Prasannamedha et al.

Summary: The research focused on producing biochar from sugarcane bagasse through HTC followed by NaOH activation to remove SMX from water. The biochar had a sphere-shaped structure with hydrophobic interior and hydrophilic exterior, with a large surface area and mesopores structure. The adsorption process involved chemical interaction following Elovich model and fit well with Freundlich model. Immobilization of SMX on the biochar surface was achieved through charge-assisted hydrogen bonding and pi-pi interaction.

JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS (2021)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Emerging endocrine disruptors in two edible fish from the Persian Gulf: Occurrence, congener profile, and human health risk assessment

Razegheh Akhbarizadeh et al.

Summary: The study revealed the presence of various endocrine disrupting chemicals in two widely consumed fish species from the Persian Gulf, with DEHP being the most frequently detected compound. The concentrations of EDCs were generally higher in the liver than in the muscle, and consuming two fish-based meals per week may pose a moderate risk, especially for vulnerable population groups.

MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN (2021)

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Review Psychiatry

Environmental pollution with psychiatric drugs

Julene Argaluza et al.

Summary: Drug pollution, especially concerning psychiatric drugs, poses a significant threat to the environment and human health. Wastewater is identified as a major source of drug contamination, with treatment plants ill-equipped to remove them effectively. Strategies to address this issue include promoting responsible medication use, developing more biodegradable pharmaceuticals, and improving coordination between health and environmental sciences.

WORLD JOURNAL OF PSYCHIATRY (2021)

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Review Environmental Sciences

Pharmaceutical Compounds in Aquatic Environments-Occurrence, Fate and Bioremediation Prospective

Joana P. Fernandes et al.

Summary: Various contaminants of emerging concern (CECs) have been detected in different ecosystems, threatening living organisms and the environment. Pharmaceuticals are among these contaminants, entering the environment mainly through wastewater treatment plants, and bioremediation technologies based on natural degrading bacteria seem promising for clean-up in natural environments.

TOXICS (2021)

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Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

From the Andes to the desert: 16S rRNA metabarcoding characterization of aquatic bacterial communities in the Rimac river, the main source of water for Lima, Peru

Pedro E. Romero et al.

Summary: The Rimac river in Lima, Peru is heavily contaminated by mine tailings and urban sewage, leading to different bacterial communities along its course. The most frequent bacterial classes along the river include Alphaproteobacteria, Bacteroidia, Campylobacteria, Fusobacteriia, and Gammaproteobacteria. The abundance of Arcobacter cryaerophilus in the metropolitan area, an emergent pathogen associated with fecal contamination and antibiotic resistance, emphasizes the importance of using next-generation sequencing tools for pathogen surveillance.

PLOS ONE (2021)

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Water pre-filtration methods to improve environmental DNA detection by real-time PCR and metabarcoding

Kazuto Takasaki et al.

Summary: The study introduced a pre-filtration method to improve the detection of fish species in environmental samples. The pre-filtration did not impact the number or identities of fish species detected, but significantly reduced variance among replicate samples through pore sizes. Additionally, PCR amplification was enhanced in environmental samples containing PCR inhibitors.

PLOS ONE (2021)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Seasonality, DNA degradation and spatial heterogeneity as drivers of eDNA detection dynamics

Christopher R. Troth et al.

Summary: In this study, we found that the concentrations of environmental DNA are influenced by seasonal variability, degradation rates, and micro-habitat heterogeneity, which can result in uncertainties in across-site and time comparisons using environmental DNA.

SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT (2021)

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Article Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology

Biodegradation of metoprolol in oxic and anoxic hyporheic zone sediments: unexpected effects on microbial communities

Cyrus Rutere et al.

Summary: Metoprolol was found to be efficiently removed through microbial degradation in both oxic and anoxic conditions, with transformation products disappearing within 30 days. The presence of metoprolol had moderate effects on the bacterial community in the hyporheic zone, with some positive impacts observed on certain bacterial families. Nitrifiers were negatively impacted by metoprolol in both oxic and anoxic conditions.

APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY (2021)

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Pharmaceuticals in the Aquatic Environment and Their Endocrine Disruptive Effects in Fish

Chayan Biswas et al.

Proceedings of the Zoological Society (2021)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Can biochemical endpoints improve the sensitivity of the biomonitoring strategy using bioassays with standard species, for water quality evaluation?

S. Rodrigues et al.

Summary: The study evaluated the role of biochemical parameters in assessing ecological water reservoir quality using bioassays with Daphnia magna as the standard species. It found that biomarkers were more sensitive than bioassays and can therefore improve the sensitivity of the biomonitoring strategy. This work demonstrates the complementary nature of bioassays and biomarkers in identifying ecotoxicological effects in surface waters, particularly in challenging environments such as reservoirs.

ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY (2021)

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Review Environmental Sciences

Anticancer drugs in the aquatic ecosystem: Environmental occurrence, ecotoxicological effect and risk assessment

Dan Li et al.

Summary: Anticancer drugs are commonly detected in aquatic ecosystems, with potential toxic effects on aquatic organisms, particularly crustaceans. More research is needed to identify appropriate chronic endpoints for risk assessment thresholds, better understand the mechanisms of action, potential multigenerational toxicity, and trophic transfer in ecosystems.

ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL (2021)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Estimating aquatic plant diversity and distribution in rivers from Jingjinji region, China, using environmental DNA metabarcoding and a traditional survey method

Fenfen Ji et al.

Summary: Traditional survey methods are limited in fully assessing aquatic plant diversity in river ecosystems, leading to an increased importance of improved monitoring programs. This study evaluated the efficiency of environmental DNA (eDNA) in estimating aquatic plant diversity and spatial distribution in rivers from the Jingjinji (JJJ) region, revealing a higher number of species and abundance identified by eDNA compared to TSM. The findings suggest that eDNA can effectively evaluate aquatic plant diversity and respond to landscape heterogeneity in river ecosystems, providing essential data for biodiversity conservation.

ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH (2021)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Combining Multiple Markers in Environmental DNA Metabarcoding to Assess Deep-Sea Benthic Biodiversity

Jun Liu et al.

Summary: Environmental DNA (eDNA) metabarcoding is a useful tool for estimating diversity, but factors such as marker choice and reference databases can influence the results. In deep-sea sediments, different DNA markers may lead to varying estimates of eukaryotic diversity, highlighting the importance of using multiple independent markers for accurate analyses.

FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE (2021)

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Article Water Resources

Preliminary Investigation of Microbial Community in Wastewater and Surface Waters in Sri Lanka and the Philippines

Andre Freire Cruz et al.

Summary: The study investigated the composition and richness of bacterial communities in different water sources in Sri Lanka and the Philippines, showing significant differences between hospital wastewater, fish farming sites, and sewage effluents. The results suggest that water sources have a strong influence on bacterial community composition and richness.

FRONTIERS IN WATER (2021)

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Review Chemistry, Analytical

Monitoring of emerging contaminants of concern in the aquatic environment: a review of studies showing the application of effect-based measures

Azeez Yusuf et al.

Summary: Global water scarcity is a growing concern primarily due to the changing climate conditions and increasing population growth leading to higher water consumption. The production and consumption of pharmaceuticals and organic chemicals are causing increased pollution in fresh water sources, posing a potential threat to aquatic organisms. International monitoring networks are emerging with a focus on evaluating the threat of chemical pollutants in aquatic ecosystems using specific bioassay batteries.

ANALYTICAL METHODS (2021)

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Review Environmental Sciences

Antiviral drugs in aquatic environment and wastewater treatment plants: A review on occurrence, fate, removal and ecotoxicity

Christina Nannou et al.

SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT (2020)

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Article Marine & Freshwater Biology

Development of a multi-assay approach for monitoring coral diversity using eDNA metabarcoding

Jason B. Alexander et al.

CORAL REEFS (2020)

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Review Environmental Sciences

Occurrence and toxicity of antibiotics in the aquatic environment: A review

Pavla Kovalakova et al.

CHEMOSPHERE (2020)

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Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Advanced methods to analyze steroid estrogens in environmental samples

Congwen Li et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS (2020)

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Review Environmental Sciences

Occurrence of anticancer drugs in the aquatic environment: a systematic review

Carla Nassour et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH (2020)

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Gas chromatography in combination with fast high-resolution time-of-flight mass spectrometry: Technical overview and perspectives for data visualization

Thomas M. Groeger et al.

TRAC-TRENDS IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY (2020)

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Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Environmental DNA reveals seasonal shifts and potential interactions in a marine community

Anni Djurhuus et al.

NATURE COMMUNICATIONS (2020)

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Article Ecology

Early Alert of Biological Risk in a Coastal Lagoon Through eDNA Metabarcoding

Marcos Suarez-Menendez et al.

FRONTIERS IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION (2020)

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Review Biodiversity Conservation

Applications of environmental DNA (eDNA) in ecology and conservation: opportunities, challenges and prospects

Kingsly C. Beng et al.

BIODIVERSITY AND CONSERVATION (2020)

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Article Agricultural Engineering

Simultaneous removal and high tolerance of norfloxacin with electricity generation in microbial fuel cell and its antibiotic resistance genes quantification

Brim Stevy Ondon et al.

BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY (2020)

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Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Removal of endocrine disruptors in waters by adsorption, membrane filtration and biodegradation. A review

Wedja Timoteo Vieira et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS (2020)

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Review Environmental Sciences

Antineoplastic Agents: Environmental Prevalence and Adverse Outcomes in Aquatic Organisms

Alexis M. Wormington et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND CHEMISTRY (2020)

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Review Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Endocrine Disruptors in Water and Their Effects on the Reproductive System

Andressa Gonsioroski et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES (2020)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Depressed, hypertense and sore: Long-term effects of fluoxetine, propranolol and diclofenac exposure in a top predator fish

Irina A. Duarte et al.

SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT (2020)

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Review Microbiology

Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs as Emerging Contaminants

E. A. Tyumina et al.

MICROBIOLOGY (2020)

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Review Microbiology

A Review and Perspective of eDNA Application to Eutrophication and HAB Control in Freshwater and Marine Ecosystems

Qi Liu et al.

MICROORGANISMS (2020)

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Article Marine & Freshwater Biology

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) cause male-biased sex differentiation in zebrafish

Ceyhun Bereketoglu et al.

AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY (2020)

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Article Biology

Effective ecosystem monitoring requires a multi-scaled approach

Ben D. Sparrow et al.

BIOLOGICAL REVIEWS (2020)

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Article Biochemical Research Methods

Development of a novel heterologous β-lactam-specific whole-cell biosensor inBacillus subtilis

Nina Lautenschlaeger et al.

JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL ENGINEERING (2020)

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Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Aquatic insect community structure revealed by eDNA metabarcoding derives indices for environmental assessment

Noriko Uchida et al.

PEERJ (2020)

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Article Engineering, Environmental

Residues, bioaccumulation, and trophic transfer of pharmaceuticals and personal care products in highly urbanized rivers affected by water diversion

Haohan Yang et al.

JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS (2020)

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Review Environmental Sciences

Pharmaceuticals as emerging contaminants in the aquatic environment of Latin America: a review

Melissa Valdez-Carrillo et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH (2020)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Executing multi-taxa eDNA ecological assessment via traditional metrics and interactive networks

Mathew Seymour et al.

SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT (2020)

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Review Environmental Sciences

Toxicity of the Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) acetylsalicylic acid, paracetamol, diclofenac, ibuprofen and naproxen towards freshwater invertebrates: A review

Marco Parolini

SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT (2020)

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Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Robotic environmental DNA bio-surveillance of freshwater health

Adam J. Sepulveda et al.

SCIENTIFIC REPORTS (2020)

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Calibrating Environmental DNA Metabarcoding to Conventional Surveys for Measuring Fish Species Richness

Mary E. McElroy et al.

FRONTIERS IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION (2020)

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Review Environmental Sciences

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in the environment: Where were we and how far we have come?

Parnian Izadi et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (2020)

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Article Chemistry, Physical

Degradation of Contaminants of Emerging Concern by Electrochemical Oxidation: Coupling of Ultraviolet and Ultrasound Radiations

Maria J. Martin de Vidales et al.

MATERIALS (2020)

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Review Environmental Sciences

Antimicrobials and Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria: A Risk to the Environment and to Public Health

Liliana Serwecinska

WATER (2020)

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Zooplankton biodiversity monitoring in polluted freshwater ecosystems: A technical review

Wei Xiong et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND ECOTECHNOLOGY (2020)

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Article Engineering, Environmental

Pilot-Scale Treatment of Neutral Pharmaceuticals in Municipal Wastewater Using Reverse Osmosis and Ozonation

Jordan Hollman et al.

JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING (2020)

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Article Pharmacology & Pharmacy

Unused and Expired Medications Disposal Practices among the General Public in Selangor, Malaysia

Mohamed Azmi Hassali et al.

PHARMACY (2020)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Critical roles of cyanobacteria as reservoir and source for antibiotic resistance genes

Zhiyuan Wang et al.

ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL (2020)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Phytotoxicity of different antibiotics to rice and stress alleviation upon application of organic amendments

Ayesha Mukhtar et al.

CHEMOSPHERE (2020)

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Review Environmental Sciences

Antibiotics traces in the aquatic environment: persistence and adverse environmental impact

Muhammad Bilal et al.

CURRENT OPINION IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & HEALTH (2020)

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Review Marine & Freshwater Biology

Prospects and challenges of environmental DNA (eDNA) monitoring in freshwater ponds

Lynsey R. Harper et al.

HYDROBIOLOGIA (2019)

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Pharmaceuticals of Emerging Concern in Aquatic Systems: Chemistry, Occurrence, Effects, and Removal Methods

Manvendra Patel et al.

CHEMICAL REVIEWS (2019)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Enhanced degradation of bisphenol A and ibuprofen by an up-flow microbial fuel cell-coupled constructed wetland and analysis of bacterial community structure

Hua Li et al.

CHEMOSPHERE (2019)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Human exposure to bisphenol AF and diethylhexylphthalate increases susceptibility to develop differentiated thyroid cancer in patients with thyroid nodules

Vincenzo Marotta et al.

CHEMOSPHERE (2019)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Response of microorganisms in biofilm to sulfadiazine and ciprofloxacin in drinking water distribution systems

Haibo Wang et al.

CHEMOSPHERE (2019)

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Microbial diversity and antibiotic resistance in a final effluent-receiving lake

Kinga Bondarczuk et al.

SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT (2019)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Transformation of endocrine disrupting chemicals, pharmaceutical and personal care products during drinking water disinfection

Frederic D. L. Leusch et al.

SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT (2019)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Occurrence and enantiomer profiles of β-blockers in wastewater and a receiving water body and adjacent soil in Tianjin, China

Jiayao Xu et al.

SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT (2019)

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Review Environmental Sciences

Pharmaceuticals in freshwater aquatic environments: A comparison of the African and European challenge

Samuel Fekadu et al.

SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT (2019)

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Review Chemistry, Analytical

Analytical methods for the determination of emerging contaminants in sewage sludge samples. A review

Laura Martin-Pozo et al.

TALANTA (2019)

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Environmental DNA Shaping a New Era of Ecotoxicological Research

Xiaowei Zhang

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2019)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Histopathological effects in gills and liver of Sparus aurata following acute and chronic exposures to erythromycin and oxytetracycline

Sara Rodrigues et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH (2019)

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Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Improving eDNA yield and inhibitor reduction through increased water volumes and multi-filter isolation techniques

Margaret E. Hunter et al.

SCIENTIFIC REPORTS (2019)

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Article Microbiology

Benthic Diatom Communities in an Alpine River Impacted by Waste Water Treatment Effluents as Revealed Using DNA Metabarcoding

Teofana Chonova et al.

FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY (2019)

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Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

A Novel Method to Characterise Levels of Pharmaceutical Pollution in Large-Scale Aquatic Monitoring Campaigns

John L. Wilkinson et al.

APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL (2019)

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Article Agricultural Engineering

Inhibition of methanogens decreased sulfadiazine removal and increased antibiotic resistance gene development in microbial fuel cells

Shuai Zhang et al.

BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY (2019)

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Review Microbiology

Scientists' warning to humanity: microorganisms and climate change

Ricardo Cavicchioli et al.

NATURE REVIEWS MICROBIOLOGY (2019)

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Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

The effects of spatial and temporal replicate sampling on eDNA metabarcoding

Kevin K. Beentjes et al.

PEERJ (2019)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Nonylphenol acts on prostate adenocarcinoma cells via estrogen molecular pathways

Maurizio Forte et al.

ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY (2019)

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Article Engineering, Environmental

Environmental DNA Metabarcoding: A Promising Tool for Ballast Water Monitoring

Anais Rey et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2019)

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Review Environmental Sciences

DNA barcode reference libraries for the monitoring of aquatic biota in Europe: Gap-analysis and recommendations for future work

Hannah Weigand et al.

SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT (2019)

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Article Engineering, Environmental

Determinants of presence and removal of antibiotic resistance genes during WWTP treatment: A cross-sectional study

Rebeca Pallares-Vega et al.

WATER RESEARCH (2019)

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Article Biodiversity Conservation

Environmental DNA (eDNA) metabarcoding of pond water as a tool to survey conservation and management priority mammals

Lynsey R. Harper et al.

BIOLOGICAL CONSERVATION (2019)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Distribution, Removal, and Risk Assessment of Pharmaceuticals and Their Metabolites in Five Sewage Plants

Ying Li et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH (2019)

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Review Environmental Sciences

Critical review: Grand challenges in assessing the adverse effects of contaminants of emerging concern on aquatic food webs

Elena Nilsen et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND CHEMISTRY (2019)

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Article Biochemical Research Methods

Simultaneous determination of synthetic musks and UV-filters in water matrices by dispersive liquid-liquid microextraction followed by gas chromatography tandem mass-spectrometry

Sara Ramos et al.

JOURNAL OF CHROMATOGRAPHY A (2019)

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Article Engineering, Environmental

Modelling of emerging contaminant removal during heterogeneous catalytic ozonation using chemical kinetic approaches

Yang Guo et al.

JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS (2019)

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Article Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Metabarcoding of freshwater invertebrates to detect the effects of a pesticide spill

Carmelo Andujar et al.

MOLECULAR ECOLOGY (2018)

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Article Engineering, Environmental

Removal of antibiotics using polyethylenimine cross-linked nanofiltration membranes: Relating membrane performance to surface charge characteristics

Shanshan Zhao et al.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2018)

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Review Environmental Sciences

Enzymes in removal of pharmaceuticals from wastewater: A critical review of challenges, applications and screening methods for their selection

Lara F. Stadlmair et al.

CHEMOSPHERE (2018)

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Antibiotics in the aquatic environment of Vietnam: Sources, concentrations, risk and control strategy

Vu Ngan Binh et al.

CHEMOSPHERE (2018)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Bacterial community dynamics within an aerobic granular sludge reactor treating wastewater loaded with pharmaceuticals

Catarina L. Amorim et al.

ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY (2018)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Investigating antibiotics, antibiotic resistance genes, and microbial contaminants in groundwater in relation to the proximity of urban areas

Edina Szekeres et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (2018)

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A review of the pharmaceutical exposome in aquatic fauna

Thomas H. Miller et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (2018)

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Article Engineering, Environmental

Invasive Species Mediate Insecticide Effects on Community and Ecosystem Functioning

Andreia C. M. Rodrigues et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2018)

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Article Engineering, Environmental

Omics Advances in Ecotoxicology

Xiaowei Zhang et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2018)

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Article Fisheries

The sceptical optimist: challenges and perspectives for the application of environmental DNA in marine fisheries

Brian Klitgaard Hansen et al.

FISH AND FISHERIES (2018)

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Freshwater fisheries assessment using environmental DNA: A primer on the method, its potential, and shortcomings as a conservation tool

Nathan T. Evans et al.

FISHERIES RESEARCH (2018)

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Article Biochemical Research Methods

Expanding the use of polymeric ionic liquids in headspace solid-phase microextraction: Determination of ultraviolet filters in water samples

Maria J. Trujillo-Rodriguez et al.

JOURNAL OF CHROMATOGRAPHY A (2018)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Assessing the effect of mercury pollution on cultured benthic foraminifera community using morphological and eDNA metabarcoding approaches

Fabrizio Frontalini et al.

MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN (2018)

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Article Chemistry, Analytical

Ecological effects of antibiotics on natural ecosystems: A review

Paola Grenni et al.

MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL (2018)

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The future of biotic indices in the ecogenomic era: Integrating (e) DNA metabarcoding in biological assessment of aquatic ecosystems

Jan Pawlowski et al.

SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT (2018)

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Article Engineering, Environmental

Towards an eDNA metabarcode-based performance indicator for full-scale municipal wastewater treatment plants

Thorsten Stoeck et al.

WATER RESEARCH (2018)

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Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Environmental DNA filtration techniques affect recovered biodiversity

Markus Majaneva et al.

SCIENTIFIC REPORTS (2018)

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Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Expert perspectives on potential environmental risks from nanomedicines and adequacy of the current guideline on environmental risk assessment

Indrani Mahapatra et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-NANO (2018)

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Letter Ecology

The value of environmental DNA biobanking for long-term biomonitoring

Simon N. Jarman et al.

NATURE ECOLOGY & EVOLUTION (2018)

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Article Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Accuracy, limitations and cost efficiency of eDNA-based community survey in tropical frogs

Miklos Balint et al.

MOLECULAR ECOLOGY RESOURCES (2018)

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Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Evaluating freshwater macroinvertebrates from eDNA metabarcoding: A river Nalon case study

Sara Fernandez et al.

PLOS ONE (2018)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Towards a holistic and solution-oriented monitoring of chemical status of European water bodies: how to support the EU strategy for a non-toxic environment?

Werner Brack et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES EUROPE (2018)

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Article Biodiversity Conservation

Development of environmental DNA (eDNA) methods for detecting high-risk freshwater fishes in live trade in Canada

Melanie Roy et al.

BIOLOGICAL INVASIONS (2018)

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Article Biodiversity Conservation

Detecting copper toxicity in sediments: from the subindividual level to the population level

Katherine J. Jeppe et al.

JOURNAL OF APPLIED ECOLOGY (2017)

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Early-life exposure to EDCs: role in childhood obesity and neurodevelopment

Joseph M. Braun

NATURE REVIEWS ENDOCRINOLOGY (2017)

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Article Ecology

Comparison of capture and storage methods for aqueous macrobial eDNA using an optimized extraction protocol: advantage of enclosed filter

Johan Spens et al.

METHODS IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION (2017)

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Contaminants of emerging concern: a review of new approach in AOP technologies

Maryam Salimi et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT (2017)

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Article Environmental Sciences

High-throughput profiling and analysis of antibiotic resistance genes in East Tiaoxi River, China

Ji Zheng et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (2017)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Bioaccumulation and trophic transfer of pharmaceuticals in food webs from a large freshwater lake

Zhengxin Xie et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (2017)

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Article Engineering, Environmental

Predicting the Ecological Quality Status of Marine Environments from eDNA Metabarcoding Data Using Supervised Machine Learning

Tristan Cordier et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2017)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Histological alterations in gills and liver of rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) after exposure to the antibiotic oxytetracycline

S. Rodrigues et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY (2017)

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Article Food Science & Technology

Characterization of antibiotic resistant and pathogenic Escherichia coli in irrigation water and vegetables in household farms

Susana Araujo et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY (2017)

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Toxicological impacts of antibiotics on aquatic micro-organisms: A mini-review

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Pharmaceuticals, hormones, and other organic wastewater contaminants in US streams, 1999-2000: A national reconnaissance

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Removal of antibiotics from surface and distilled water in conventional water treatment processes

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Genetically engineered whale-cell sensing systems: Coupling biological recognition with reporter genes

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Identification of nonpoint sources of fecal pollution in coastal waters by using host-specific 16S ribosomal DNA genetic markers from fecal anaerobes

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