Warmer water, chemical exposure influence gene expression across generations in a coastal fish
CORVALLIS, Ore. - Warmer water temperatures, combined with low-level exposure to chemicals already known to be harmful to aquatic life, ...
Tag: Toxicology
UN University compares technologies that remove arsenic from groundwater
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New treatment approach for leukemia
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Childhood lead exposure linked to poor adult mental health
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More than ruffled feathers: Mockingbirds show heightened aggression after lead exposure
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Millions of Americans exposed to elevated nitrate levels in drinking water
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Molecules of GM food can accumulate in human digestive tract and enter cells of body
In the review, scientists examine the ways and mechanisms by which foreign DNA can survive during digestion and penetrate into ...
The influence of endocrine disruptors on the male and female thyroid
New European research project Endocrine disruptors (EDs) are a class of chemicals used to produce materials commonly found in everyday ...
Vampire bat venom could hold key to new medical treatments
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Health risks through fumigated containers
Experts discuss research results and values measured by control authorities The participants discussed the following aspects on the health risks ...
Fort McMurray homes have normal levels of indoor toxins, U of T Engineering study reveals
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Sunscreen and cosmetics compound may harm coral by altering fatty acids
Although sunscreen is critical for preventing sunburns and skin cancer, some of its ingredients are not so beneficial to ocean-dwelling ...
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