Environmental DNA (eDNA) metabarcoding (parallel sequencing of DNA/RNA for
identification of whole communities within a targeted group) is revolutionizing the field of …

Synthetic pyrethroid (SP) insecticides are used extensively around the world in both
agricultural and non-agricultural applications. Their toxicity to mammals is low, however …

Algae are an important component of aquatic benthic ecosystems because they reflect the
health of their environment through their density, abundance, and diversity. This …

The protection of our aquatic resources has as-sumed national and global promi-nence. Oil
spills, medical wastes, and plastic debris presence on beaches, ocean incineration, ocean …

This study demonstrates that the novelin vitroCALUX (chemical-activated luciferase
expression) assay is a rapid, sensitive assay for assessing the toxic potency of (mixtures of) …

Abstract Goal, Scope and Background. Based on a bioassay battery covering only primary
producers and consumers as well as degraders, the potential ecological hazard of …

Sediments have a major role in ecosystem functioning but can also act as physical or
chemical stressors. Anthropogenic activities may change the chemical constituency of …

The equilibration and bioavailability of metals in laboratory-contaminated sediments have
been investigated in order to provide better guidance on acceptable procedures for spiking …

This review delves into the intricate world of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) and
their bioaccumulation in marine organisms. It explores how physicochemical attributes of …

Collection and analysis of pore water has become an important aspect of many
environmental programs. Pore water analyses are used for toxicity identification, sediment …