Combined exposure to microplastics and zinc produces sex-specific responses in the water flea Daphnia magna

Lee, Yoseop; Yoon, Dokyoung; Lee, Young Hwan; Kwak, Jin Il; An, Youn‐Joo; Lee, Jae‐Seong; Park, Jun Chul

doi:10.1016/j.jhazmat.2021.126652

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“…Effects of zinc and MPs were reported to cause sex-specific changes in behavior, antioxidant responses, and modulation of genes related to detoxification of D. magna, with males being more sensitive than females. 40 In addition, life-cycle exposure to diphenyl phosphate reduced the growth and energy metabolism of zebrafish in a sex-specific manner. 41 Additionally, differently charged PS−NP exhibited distinct effects on survival, growth, and reproduction of the nematode C. elegans in the order PS−NH 2 > PS > PS-COOH, which suggested that surface charge can alter the nature of PS−NP interactions with cell, membrane transport, and tissue development in toxicity.…”

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Zebrafish (Danio rerio) Reproduction Is Affected by Life-Cycle Exposure to Differently Charged Polystyrene Nanoplastics with Sex-Specific Responses

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Zhao

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While nanoplastics (NPs) are distributed ubiquitously in the environment, limited information is available for assessing the effects of different charges on their surfaces on the reproduction of aquatic vertebrates, especially at environmentally realistic concentrations. In this study, starting with embryos, zebrafish (Danio rerio) were exposed to 10 μg/L polystyrene (PS, no charge), PS−NH 2 (positive charge), or PS-COOH (negative charge) nanoplastics during a full life cycle (120 days) and their effects on reproductive performances, sex hormones, and expression of genes associated with steroidogenic pathways were investigated. Alterations of vitellogenin (VTG) and DNA methylation, as well as the development of offspring (F1) without subsequent chemical exposure, were further examined. The fecundity of females was significantly decreased by exposure to 10 μg/L PS or PS-COOH. In females, testosterone content was significantly higher along with down-regulation of cyp19a1a upon treatment with differently charged PS. The significant decrease of 11-ketotestosterone (11-KT) in male plasma reduced the proportion of mature spermatocytes in the testis. Parental exposure to differently charged PS resulted in the abnormal development of F1 in clean water. Comprehensive analysis showed that life-cycle exposure of zebrafish to differently charged PS affects reproductive performance in a sex-specific manner and impairs the development of F1. This study provides a theoretical foundation for risk management measures of differently charged nanoplastics.

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Zebrafish (Danio rerio) Reproduction Is Affected by Life-Cycle Exposure to Differently Charged Polystyrene Nanoplastics with Sex-Specific Responses

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“…These biomedical plastic wastes as well as microplastics can provide a good habitat for certain harmful and pathogenic microorganisms, leading to conditions like the acidification of oceans. They can act as vectors for different toxic pollutants, and harmful chemicals, as well as pathogens for antibiotic resistance genes resulting in an adverse effect on aquatic biodiversity (Wu et al 2019 ; Li et al 2020 ; Chen et al 2020 ; Harvey et al 2020 ; Eder et al 2021 ; Lee et al 2021 ). Reports from various researchers documented the adverse effect of COVID-19 protective gears waste on aquatic organisms, such as hermit crabs, puffer fish, octopuses, and aquatic birds like swans, mallards, and gulls (Jagiello et al 2019 ; Lavers et al 2020 ; Hiemstra et al 2021 ).…”

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The long-term impact of coronavirus disease 2019 on environmental health: a review study of the bi-directional effect

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Background When health systems worldwide grapple with the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, its effect on the global environment is also a significant consideration factor. It is a two-way process where the pre-COVID climate factors influenced the landscape in which the disease proliferates globally and the consequences of the pandemic on our surroundings. The environmental health disparities will also have a long-lasting effect on public health response. Main body The ongoing research on the novel coronavirus severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and COVID-19 must also include the role of environmental factors in the process of infection and the differential severity of the disease. Studies have shown that the virus has created positive and negative ramifications on the world environment, especially in countries most critically affected by the pandemic. Contingency measures to slow down the virus, such as self-distancing and lockdowns have shown improvements in air, water, and noise quality with a concomitant decrease in greenhouse gas emissions. On the other hand, biohazard waste management is a cause for concern that can result in negative effects on planetary health. At the peak of the infection, most attention has been diverted to the medical aspects of the pandemic. Gradually, policymakers must shift their focus to social and economic avenues, environmental development, and sustainability. Conclusion The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly impacted the environment, both directly and indirectly. On the one hand, the sudden halt in economic and industrial activities led to a decrease in air and water pollution, as well as a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. On the other hand, the increased use of single-use plastics and a surge in e-commerce activities have had negative effects on the environment. As we move forward, we must consider the pandemic's long-term impacts on the environment and work toward a more sustainable future that balances economic growth and environmental protection. The study shall update the readers on the various facets of the interaction between this pandemic and environmental health with model development for long-term sustainability. Graphic Abstract

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“…As a result, the combination of plastic pollution and ocean acidification poses great threats to biodiversity. In addition, protective equipment associated microplastics can also serve as vectors for other toxic pollutants, such as heavy metal and various chemicals, to enhance the bioavailability (Li et al 2020;Eder et al 2021;Lee et al 2021). In freshwater ecosystems, microplastics provide novel substrates to form as microplastic biofilm, which can participate in the nutrient cycles and serve as vectors for antibiotic resistance genes and pathogens (Wu et al 2019;Chen et al 2020b).…”

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Impact of waste of COVID-19 protective equipment on the environment, animals and human health: a review

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During the Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, protective equipment, such as masks, gloves and shields, has become mandatory to prevent person-to-person transmission of coronavirus. However, the excessive use and abandoned protective equipment is aggravating the world's growing plastic problem. Moreover, above protective equipment can eventually break down into microplastics and enter the environment. Here we review the threat of protective equipment associated plastic and microplastic wastes to environments, animals and human health, and reveal the protective equipment associated microplastic cycle. The major points are the following:1) COVID-19 protective equipment is the emerging source of plastic and microplastic wastes in the environment. 2) protective equipment associated plastic and microplastic wastes are polluting aquatic, terrestrial, and atmospheric environments. 3) Discarded protective equipment can harm animals by entrapment, entanglement and ingestion, and derived microplastics can also cause adverse implications on animals and human health. 4) We also provide several recommendations and future research priority for the sustainable environment. Therefore, much importance should be attached to potential protective equipment associated plastic and microplastic pollution to protect the environment, animals and humans.

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Combined exposure to microplastics and zinc produces sex-specific responses in the water flea Daphnia magna

Cited by 42 publications

References 96 publications

Zebrafish (Danio rerio) Reproduction Is Affected by Life-Cycle Exposure to Differently Charged Polystyrene Nanoplastics with Sex-Specific Responses

Zebrafish (Danio rerio) Reproduction Is Affected by Life-Cycle Exposure to Differently Charged Polystyrene Nanoplastics with Sex-Specific Responses

The long-term impact of coronavirus disease 2019 on environmental health: a review study of the bi-directional effect

Impact of waste of COVID-19 protective equipment on the environment, animals and human health: a review

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