International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
26(7), С. 2837 - 2837
Опубликована: Март 21, 2025
There
is
a
significant,
rather
than
just
anecdotal,
connection
between
the
liver
and
eyes.
This
evident
in
noticeable
cases
such
as
jaundice,
where
sclera
has
yellow
tint.
But
this
can
be
seen
through
even
more
subtle
indicators,
molecules
known
hepatokines.
relationship
not
merely
anecdotal;
some
studies,
it
referred
to
“liver–eye
axis”.
Ubiquitous
environmental
contaminants,
microplastics
(MPs),
enter
bloodstream
human
body
conjunctival
sac,
nasolacrimal
duct,
upper
respiratory
tract
mucosa.
Once
absorbed,
these
substances
accumulate
various
organs
cause
harm.
Toxic
from
surface
of
eye
lead
local
oxidative
damage
by
inducing
apoptosis
corneal
cells,
irregularly
shaped
microparticles
exacerbate
effect.
Even
other
toxicants
ocular
may
absorbed
into
distributed
throughout
body.
Environmental
toxicology
presents
challenge
because
many
pollutants
same
route
that
used
certain
medications.
Previous
research
indicated
accumulation
MPs
play
major
role
development
chronic
disease
humans.
It
crucial
investigate
whether
buildup
potential
fibrosis,
or
simply
consequence
conditions
cirrhosis
portal
hypertension.
Environmental Science & Technology,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
58(27), С. 11887 - 11900
Опубликована: Июнь 17, 2024
The
detrimental
effects
of
plastics
on
aquatic
organisms,
including
those
macroplastics,
microplastics,
and
nanoplastics,
have
been
well
established.
However,
knowledge
the
interaction
between
terrestrial
insects
is
limited.
To
develop
effective
strategies
for
mitigating
impact
plastic
pollution
ecosystems,
it
necessary
to
understand
toxicity
influencing
factors
ingestion
by
insects.
An
overview
current
regarding
provided
in
this
Review,
are
identified.
pathways
through
which
interact
with
plastics,
can
lead
accumulation
microplastic
transfer
higher
trophic
levels,
also
discussed
using
an
a
conceptual
model.
diverse
impacts
exposure
discussed,
challenges
existing
studies,
such
as
limited
focus
certain
types,
Further
research
standardized
methods
sampling
analysis
crucial
reliable
research,
long-term
monitoring
essential
assess
trends
ecological
ecosystems.
mechanisms
underlying
these
need
be
uncovered,
their
potential
consequences
insect
populations
ecosystems
require
evaluation.
Heliyon,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
10(7), С. e28849 - e28849
Опубликована: Март 29, 2024
In
recent
years,
the
production
of
plastic
has
been
estimated
to
reach
300
million
tonnes,
and
nearly
same
amount
dumped
into
waters.
This
waste
material
causes
long-term
damage
ecosystem,
economic
sectors,
aquatic
environments.
Fragmentation
plastics
microplastics
detected
in
world's
oceans,
which
a
serious
global
impact.
It
is
found
that
most
this
debris
ends
up
water
Hence,
research
aims
review
microbial
degradation
microplastic,
especially
bodies
coastal
areas.
Aerobic
bacteria
will
oxidize
decompose
microplastic
from
environment
produce
nutrients.
Furthermore,
plants
such
as
microalgae
can
employ
nutrient
an
energy
source,
byproduct
microplastic.
paper
highlights
reduction
environment,
typically
by
ultraviolet
reduction,
mechanical
abrasion
processes,
utilization
microorganisms
microalgae.
Further
discussion
on
current
technologies
comprised
mechanical,
chemical,
biological
methods
focusing
more
pathways
via
fuel
cells
elaborated.
be
denoted
cell
system,
are
placed
bio-cathode
section,
anode
chamber
consists
colony
microorganisms.
electric
generated
clean
energy.
Thus,
investigation
emerging
systems
potential
use
pollutants
for
consumption
discussed
paper.
The
biochemical
changes
interaction
towards
also
being
observed
review.
Applied Spectroscopy Reviews,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
59(9), С. 1183 - 1277
Опубликована: Фев. 8, 2024
Plastics
are
in
high
demand
for
various
uses
worldwide
because
of
their
low
cost,
versatility,
lightweight,
density,
flexibility,
strength,
and
durability.
An
increase
single-use
plastics
ineffective
solid
waste
disposal
recycling
strategies
have
resulted
a
global
microplastic
(MP)
pollution
epidemic,
with
negative
implications
the
ecosystem
public
health
safety.
Analytical
methods,
including
thermogravimetry
chromatography,
been
developed
to
detect
MPs.
Nevertheless,
molecular
spectroscopy
methods
such
as
Near
Infrared
(NIR),
Fourier
Transform
(FTIR),
Raman,
fluorescence
MP
analysis
gained
attention
recent
years
due
rapidity,
accuracy,
portability
spectrometers.
This
review
article
provides
in-depth
coverage
survey
current
literature
on
challenges,
toxicity,
sample
pretreatment,
spectroscopic
(Fluorescence,
FTIR)
real-time
(satellite
imagery,
unmanned
aerial
vehicles,
aquatic
drone
technology)
detection
methods.
Machine
learning,
micro-hyperspectral
imaging,
chemometrics
approach
detections
discussed.
The
future
directions,
prospects
decreasing
Marine Pollution Bulletin,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
196, С. 115657 - 115657
Опубликована: Окт. 19, 2023
Microplastic
(MP)
prevalence
has
been
well
documented,
however,
knowledge
gaps
exist
for
African
mangrove
forests.
This
research
is
the
first
to
compare
MP
pollution
(using
FT-IR
analysis)
in
an
urban
(Durban
Bay)
and
peri-urban
(Mngazana
Estuary)
forest
South
Africa,
across
different
compartments.
(typology,
abundance,
distribution)
was
quantified
estuarine
surface
water,
sediment
soft
tissue
of
three
keystone
species
(Austruca
occidentalis,
Chiromantes
eulimene
Cerithidea
decollata)
relation
disturbances
acting
on
these
systems.
averages
ranged
from
99
82
MPs/kg
sediment,
177
76
MPs/L
water
59
MP/g-1
DW
biota.
Overall
fibres
were
dominant
type
all
The
invertebrate
exhibited
bioaccumulation,
significant
differences
observed
between
concentrations
body
invertebrates
abiotic
compartments,
providing
evidence
that
they
are
not
effective
biomonitors
pollution.
