Diuron metabolites act as endocrine disruptors and alter aggressive behavior in Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus).
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DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2017.10.009
Abstract: Diuron and its biodegradation metabolites were recently reported to cause alterations in plasma steroid hormone concentrations with subsequent impacts on reproductive development in fish. Since steroid hormone biosynthesis is regulated through neurotransmission of the central… read more here.
Keywords: diuron; tilapia oreochromis; aggressive behavior; oreochromis niloticus ... See more keywords
Isolated and mixed effects of diuron and its metabolites on biotransformation enzymes and oxidative stress response of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus).
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2017.12.009
Abstract: Diuron is one of the most used herbicide in the world, and its field application has been particularly increased in Brazil due to the expansion of sugarcane crops. Diuron has often been detected in freshwater… read more here.
Keywords: diuron; biotransformation; activity; diuron metabolites ... See more keywords