Warmer water, high light intensity, lithium and microplastics: Dangerous environmental combinations to zooplankton and Global Health?

Martins, Ana; Silva, Diana Dias da; Silva, Renata; Carvalho, Félix; Guilhermino, Lúcia

doi:10.1016/j.scitotenv.2022.158649

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“…Initial studies dealt with the effect of combined stressors (natural and/or anthropogenic) on Daphnia, e.g., salt and the antiozonant 6PPD [152], microplastic and temperature [144], lithium and light stress [153], microcystin and temperature [154] and a Daphnia transcriptome study across 12 different environmental stressors [155]. However, most studies deal with the effect of combined stressors on a single organism and not on species interaction.…”

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Negative Effects of Cyanotoxins and Adaptative Responses of Daphnia

Schwarzenberger

2022

Toxins

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The plethora of cyanobacterial toxins are an enormous threat to whole ecosystems and humans. Due to eutrophication and increases in lake temperatures from global warming, changes in the distribution of cyanobacterial toxins and selection of few highly toxic species/ strains are likely. Globally, one of the most important grazers that controls cyanobacterial blooms is Daphnia, a freshwater model organism in ecology and (eco)toxicology. Daphnia–cyanobacteria interactions have been studied extensively, often focusing on the interference of filamentous cyanobacteria with Daphnia’s filtering apparatus, or on different nutritional constraints (the lack of essential amino acids or lipids) and grazer toxicity. For a long time, this toxicity only referred to microcystins. Currently, the focus shifts toward other deleterious cyanotoxins. Still, less than 10% of the total scientific output deals with cyanotoxins that are not microcystins; although these other cyanotoxins can occur just as frequently and at similar concentrations as microcystins in surface water. This review discusses the effects of different cyanobacterial toxins (hepatotoxins, digestive inhibitors, neurotoxins, and cytotoxins) on Daphnia and provides an elaborate and up-to-date overview of specific responses and adaptations of Daphnia. Furthermore, scenarios of what we can expect for the future of Daphnia–cyanobacteria interactions are described by comprising anthropogenic threats that might further increase toxin stress in Daphnia.

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Negative Effects of Cyanotoxins and Adaptative Responses of Daphnia

Schwarzenberger

2022

Toxins

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“…Among the various environmental factors, elements such as the alkali elements (AEs), including lithium (Li), sodium (Na), potassium (K), rubidium (Rb), cesium (Cs), and francium (Fr), and the alkaline earth elements (AEEs), including calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg), strontium (Sr), barium (Ba), beryllium (Be), and radium (Ra), are ubiquitous and play vital roles in physiological and pathological processes in humans [ 16 ]. In the AE group, K, Na, and Li are the most abundant physiological metal ions in living organisms [ 17 , 18 ]. Na/K channels play crucial roles in biological processes [ 16 ].…”

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Alkali and alkaline earth elements in follicular fluid and the likelihood of diminished ovarian reserve in reproductive-aged women: a case‒control study

Tian,

Li,

Liu

et al. 2024

J Ovarian Res

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Background Imbalances in alkali elements (AEs) and alkaline earth elements (AEEs) cause reproductive disorders. However, it remains unclear whether AEs/AEEs in follicular fluid have a relationship with the serious reproductive disorder known as diminished ovarian reserve (DOR). Methods A nested case‒control study was carried out in China. Follicular fluid samples from 154 DOR patients and 154 controls were collected and assessed for nine AEs/AEE levels. Both the mixed and single effects of the elements on DOR were estimated with a Bayesian kernel machine (BKMR) and logistic regressions. Results The DOR group had higher median concentrations of Li, Na, and K in follicular fluid (all P values < 0.05). The logistic regression showed that compared with their lowest tertile, the high tertiles of K [OR:2.45 (1.67–4.43)], Li [OR: 1.89 (1.06–3.42)], and Cs [OR: 1.97 (1.10–3.54)] were significantly associated with the odds of DOR. The BKMR model reported that the DOR likelihood increased linearly across the 25th through 75th percentiles of the nine-AE/AEE mixture, while the AE group contributed more to the overall effect. Conclusion This study revealed an association in which the likelihood of DOR increased with higher overall concentrations of AE/AEEs in follicular fluid. Among the nine detected elements, K, Li, and Cs exhibited significant individual associations with DOR. We provide new clues for the environmental factors on female fertility decline. Trial registration Retrospectively registered.

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“…As an emerging and potentially toxic element, Li has been found to be widely distributed in various environmental media, including air, water, and soil. − It poses potential harm to microorganisms, plants, animals, and humans when present in environmentally relevant concentrations. − For example, recent research found that even environmentally relevant concentrations of Li can have significant effects on plant development (e.g., soybean) through metabolic reprogramming. , Additionally, Li has been found to reduce the growth and reproduction of zooplankton (e.g., Daphnia magna) and cause oxidative damage to invertebrates (e.g., earthworm). − Furthermore, the presence of Li in drinking water can impact human health by inducing abnormalities and dysfunctions through multiple metabolic pathways. − The US Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) has proposed a provisional reference dose ( p -RfD) of 2 μg kg –1 day –1 and a health-based screening level of 10 μg/L for Li in drinking water. , To regulate the exposure to Li, the Eurasian Economic Union has established a limit of 30 μg/L for Li levels in packaged drinking water, including natural mineral water . Furthermore, there have been widespread reports on the toxicity of other associated toxic elements such as F, Rb, Cs, Zn, and Tl. ,− Considering their potential toxicity and health effects, it is crucial to investigate the impact of Li extraction activities on the levels of Li and associated components in the environment.…”

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Lithium Pollution and Its Associated Health Risks in the Largest Lithium Extraction Industrial Area in China

Yang,

Wen,

Liu

et al. 2024

Environ. Sci. Technol.

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Lithium (Li) is an important resource that drives sustainable mobility and renewable energy. Its demand is projected to continue to increase in the coming decades. However, the risk of Li pollution has also emerged as a global concern. Here, we investigated the pollution characteristics, sources, exposure levels, and associated health risks of Li in the Jinjiang River basin, the largest area for Li2CO3 production in China. Our results revealed the dominant role of Li extraction activities in the pollution of the river, with over 95% of dissolved Li in downstream river water being emitted from this source. Moreover, the Li concentration in aquatic plants (i.e., water hyacinth) and animals (i.e., fish) significantly increased from upstream to downstream areas, indicating a significant risk to local aquatic ecosystems. More importantly, our study found that local residents were suffering potential chronic noncarcinogenic health risks primarily from consuming contaminated water and vegetables. We also investigated the pollution characteristics of associated elements present in Li ores (e.g., Rb, Cs, Ni, and F–). By uncovering the remarkable impact of Li extraction activities on the Li content in ecosystems for the first time, our study emphasizes the importance of evaluating Li pollution from Li-related industrial activities, including mining, extraction, and recovery.

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Warmer water, high light intensity, lithium and microplastics: Dangerous environmental combinations to zooplankton and Global Health?

Cited by 10 publications

References 125 publications

Negative Effects of Cyanotoxins and Adaptative Responses of Daphnia

Negative Effects of Cyanotoxins and Adaptative Responses of Daphnia

Alkali and alkaline earth elements in follicular fluid and the likelihood of diminished ovarian reserve in reproductive-aged women: a case‒control study

Lithium Pollution and Its Associated Health Risks in the Largest Lithium Extraction Industrial Area in China

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