Organochlorine Pesticides and the Dairy Industry
Abstract Production and use of organochlorine pesticides has been declining in recent years. This suggests that residue problems will decrease, but the persistence of these materials in the environment means that some residues will be encountered for many years.
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Exploring the Critical Environmental Optima and Biotechnological Prospects of Fungal Fruiting Bodies
Mechanisms and strategies for fungal fruiting body development (FBD) are reported. The critical optima for the relevant environmental cues regulating FBD were synthesised. Fruiting body biotechnological applications and recent advances in designed approaches are elucidated.
Amechi S. Nwankwegu+3 more
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Residual characteristics of HCHs and DDTs in soil and dust of some parks in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
The residual characteristics of HCHs and DDTs in park soils and dusts in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia were determined by GC-ECD to evaluate their potential pollution risk.
O Khureldavaa+6 more
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The quest for the best target genes for RNAi‐mediated pest control
A major challenge for RNAi mediated pest control is the identification of the most effective RNAi target genes from the pool of ~37% of all genes that are essential. Effective RNAi target genes are predominantly highly conserved genes serving basic cellular functions such as protein degradation.
Doga Cedden, Gregor Bucher
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Environmental contaminants exposure and preterm birth: a systematic review [PDF]
Preterm birth is an obstetric condition associated with a high risk of infant mortality and morbidities in both the neonatal period and later in life, which has also a significant public health impact because it carries an important societal economic ...
Benedetti Panici, Pierluigi+5 more
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A Critical Overview of Common Foodborne Toxicants and Methods for Their Reliable Detection
ABSTRACT Food is an essential commodity for human health. However, toxicants such as mycotoxins, heavy metals, acrylamide, and pesticides can be present in food either naturally or through processing, packaging, or some anthropogenic activities. A thorough review of carefully selected studies revealed that climate change and pandemics have led to an ...
Betty Bowe Acquah+1 more
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Organochlorine pesticides (OCPs) residues were determined in a total of 160 samples comprising of cocoa beans and soil collected from four major cocoa farms in Ondo, Nigeria.
Ihedioha Janefrances N+2 more
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Water Bodies Quality along Paddy Field in Karang Ploso Sub District, Malang City, Indonesia [PDF]
Agricultural activities cannot be separated from the use of agrochemical, both chemical fertilizer and pesticides. As the largest water user sector, agricultural activities are a source of water pollution.
Gustinasari Kiki+2 more
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Prevention and control of contaminants of industrial processes and pesticides in the poultry production chain [PDF]
The reduction in levels of organochlorine pesticide residues in food of animal origin in the past 30 years has been achieved especially by controlling entrance via the feed chain.
Kan, C.A.
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Advancing Food Safety in Bangladesh: Challenges and the Promise of Smart Sensor Technology
This study critically analyzes prevalent food safety hazards in Bangladesh and identifies key challenges in food safety practices and regulations. It discusses factors influencing food safety and explores strategies to enhance public health. Additionally, advancements in smart sensor‐based detection methods for food hazards are highlighted to offer ...
Md Wadud Ahmed, Mohammed Kamruzzaman
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