Emerging pollutants of severe environmental concern in water and wastewater: A comprehensive review on current developments and future research

Emerging contaminants: A One Health perspective

“… 393 This heightened disease susceptibility may lead to declines in the population of aquatic organisms and disruptions in the ecological balance of aquatic ecosystems. 394 , 395 , 396 Emerging biological contaminants can affect the reproduction and development of aquatic animals. 394 , 395 , 396 Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and RNA-based technologies, such as RNAi, can introduce novel genetic material into aquatic ecosystems.…”

“… 394 , 395 , 396 Emerging biological contaminants can affect the reproduction and development of aquatic animals. 394 , 395 , 396 Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and RNA-based technologies, such as RNAi, can introduce novel genetic material into aquatic ecosystems. RNAi and other biological contaminants may interfere with the normal reproductive processes of aquatic organisms, potentially leading to reduced reproductive success, developmental abnormalities, and altered population dynamics.…”

Exploring the fluorescence properties of tellurium-containing molecules and their advanced applications

“…[185][186][187][188][189] This pollution poses risks to human health through the consumption of contaminated food and water, and it degrades soil fertility and water quality, impacting plant growth and agricultural yields. [190][191][192][193][194] Mitigating this issue requires strict regulations, sustainable waste management, and remediation technologies. The World Health Organization associates heavy metal exposure with diseases, and the toxicity of these metals affects the nervous, digestive, and immune systems, leading to chronic disorders and cancer.…”

The odd couple: Caffeine and microplastics. Morphological and physiological changes in Mytilus galloprovincialis

“…In recent decades, pharmaceuticals, while unquestionably life-saving, have also become recognized as a novel class of environmental pollutants, with their increasing detection in diverse ecosystems worldwide, such as lakes, rivers, estuaries, and oceans (Korekar et al, 2020;Patel et al, 2019). Concerns have arisen due to the potential adverse effects of these contaminants on the environment, necessitating enhanced protection for aquatic ecosystems (Mishra et al, 2023).…”