Gold mining is the most important anthropogenic source of heavy metal emissions into the
environment. Researchers have been aware of the environmental impacts of gold mining …

This review covers a wide body of literature to gain an understanding of the impacts of
informal activities related to metal extraction (primary mining and recycling) on early life …

Pollution by heavy metals is a threat to public health because of the adverse effects on
multiple organ systems including the brain. Here, we used the African giant rat (AGR) as a …

In nature, certain animals share a common living environment with humans, thus these
animals have become biomonitors of health effects related to various environmental …

Metal ions including cobalt (Co) ions reportedly exhibit neurotoxic and antimicrobial
properties. We hypothesized that oral exposure to Co may have implications for gut …

Increased exploitation of minerals has led to pollution of confined environments as
documented in Nigeria Niger Delta. Information on the effects on brain of such exposure is …

Metalliferous mining, a major source of metals and metalloids, has severe potential
environmental impacts. However, the number of papers published in international peer …

铅暴露可诱发神经功能障碍, 引起线粒体功能紊乱, 钙平衡失调, 细胞凋亡和坏死, 氧化应激,
自噬失调, 神经炎症及胶质细胞增生, 以致损伤中枢神经系统. 镉暴露可引起神经毒性 …

This study evaluated the eco-health risk associated with exposure to lead (Pb) in mining
sites in Benue State, Nigeria. Lead contamination was assessed in 48 water samples and …

Lead (Pb) is a ubiquitous, non-biodegradable heavy metal contaminant with a significant
impact on both human and animal health. The adverse effect of lead on health and …