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The toxicity of coated silver nanoparticles to the alga Raphidocelis subcapitata
The use of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) is growing exponentially, especially in consumer products due to their excellent antimicrobial properties. However, concerns are growing on their possible negative effec...
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Effects of perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) on the thyroid status, vitellogenin, and oxidant–antioxidant balance in the Murray River rainbowfish
Perfluorooctanoic acid’s (PFOA) widespread use, presence and persistence in the aquatic environment has led to an increasing number of studies focusing on its toxicological effects. In Australia, PFOA has been...
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The Toxicity of Nanoparticles to Organisms in Freshwater
Nanotechnology is a rapidly growing industry yielding many benefits to society. However, aquatic environments are at risk as increasing amounts of nanoparticles (NPs) are contaminating waterbodies causing adve...