Variation in biomarker levels of metals, persistent organic pollutants, and omega-3 fatty acids in association with genetic polymorphisms among Inuit in Nunavik, Canada.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2021.111393
Abstract: BACKGROUND Biomarker measures of contaminant exposure and nutrient status can help increase understanding of the risks and benefits associated with the consumption of traditional foods by Inuit. While gene-environment and gene-nutrient interactions may help explain… read more here.
Keywords: among inuit; genetic polymorphisms; biomarker; biomarker levels ... See more keywords
Risk communication and perceptions about lead ammunition and Inuit health in Nunavik, Canada
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DOI: 10.1080/22423982.2023.2218014
Abstract: ABSTRACT Lead ammunition is commonly used to hunt waterfowl and other wildlife in the Arctic. Hunting with lead is problematic because the toxicant can be transferred to the consumer. Therefore, it is critical to evaluate… read more here.
Keywords: inuit; health; nunavik canada; lead ammunition ... See more keywords
Temporal patterns of greenhouse gas emissions from two small thermokarst lakes in Nunavik, Canada
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DOI: 10.5194/bg-22-5413-2025
Abstract: Abstract. Small thermokarst lakes, formed by the thawing of ice-rich permafrost, are significant sources of greenhouse gases (GHGs). Most estimates of emissions rely solely on daily measurements, which may bias annual flux calculations. In this… read more here.
Keywords: lakes nunavik; nunavik canada; small thermokarst; mmolco2 eqm ... See more keywords