Exploiting the unique phenotypes of the earthworm Eudrilus eugeniae to evaluate the toxicity of chemical substances
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DOI: 10.1007/s10661-018-6477-x
Abstract: Both the evaluation and the determination of toxicity of chemical substances present in the environment have implications in human health. In this present study, the natural phenomenon named autotomy, a self-defense mechanism employed by several… read more here.
Keywords: toxicity chemical; toxicity; chemical; phenotypes earthworm ... See more keywords
Algal growth inhibition test results of 425 organic chemical substances.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2018.04.047
Abstract: The toxicity towards the algal species Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata of 425 organic chemical substances was tested in a growth inhibition test. Precautions were taken to prevent loss of the compounds from the water phase and the… read more here.
Keywords: 425 organic; growth inhibition; chemical; organic chemical ... See more keywords
Perception of health risk linked to environmental factors by pregnant women
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DOI: 10.1093/eurpub/ckz187.125
Abstract: Recently, the International Federation of Gyneco-Obstetrics (FIGO) advocates limiting exposure to chemicals present in everyday products during pregnancy. To date, the chemicals, and the risks related, are not well-known, as well by perinatal health professionals… read more here.
Keywords: pregnant women; perception; health professionals; sensitivity ... See more keywords
Classification of Chemical Substances in Food by Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women in Spain
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DOI: 10.12691/jfnr-6-10-1
Abstract: Individuals today classify foods conditioned by the way the food industry manufactures products and their ignorance about that process. This lack of knowledge about how foods are produced increases negative perceptions about the industrial process… read more here.
Keywords: breastfeeding women; pregnant breastfeeding; food; chemical substances ... See more keywords