The evaluation of toxicity related to polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins and furans(PCDD/Fs)and dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls(DL-PCBs)is crucial for a comprehensive risk assessment in real-world exposure scenar...The evaluation of toxicity related to polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins and furans(PCDD/Fs)and dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls(DL-PCBs)is crucial for a comprehensive risk assessment in real-world exposure scenarios.This study employed a controlled feeding experiment to investigate the metabolic effects of dioxin-like compounds(DLCs)on laying hens via feed exposure.Diets enriched with two concentrations(1.17 and 5.13 pg toxic equivalents(TEQ)/g dry weight(dw))were administered over 14 days,followed by 28 days of clean feed.Metabolomics analyses of blood samples revealed significant metabolic variations between PCDD/Fs and DL-PCBs exposed groups and controls,reflecting the induced metabolic disruption.Distinct changes were observed in sphingosine,palmitoleic acid,linoleate,linolenic acid,taurocholic acid,indole acrylic acid,and dibutyl phthalate levels,implying possible connections between PCDD/Fs and DL-PCBs toxic effects and energy-neuronal imbalances,along with lipid accumulation and anomalous amino acid metabolism,impacting taurine metabolism.Moreover,we identified three differential endogenous metabolites—L-tryptophan,indole-3-acetaldehyde,and indole acrylic acid—as potential ligands for the aryl hydrocarbon receptor(AhR),suggesting their role inmediating PCDD/Fs and DL-PCBs toxicity.This comprehensive investigation provides novel insights into the metabolic alterations induced by PCDD/Fs and DL-PCBs in laying hens,thereby enhancing our ability to assess risks associated with their exposure in human populations.展开更多
A new combined reactor with Hg/Ar electrodeless ultraviolet(EDUV)activated by DBD for 3,4-dichlorodiphenyl ether abatement is presented.The effect of specific input energy and feeding gas component on 3,4-dichlorodiph...A new combined reactor with Hg/Ar electrodeless ultraviolet(EDUV)activated by DBD for 3,4-dichlorodiphenyl ether abatement is presented.The effect of specific input energy and feeding gas component on 3,4-dichlorodiphenyl ether removal efficiency has been explored.Compared with a single DBD system,this new combined process performed a significant promotion on 3,4-dichlorodiphenyl ether abatement.Experiment results verified that active oxygen clearly contributed to the synergistic activity of DBD-EDUV system.Results of emission spectra showed that UV radiation of 253.7 nm could be detected in the DBD-EDUV system.Further,the products of DBD-EDUV process were analyzed via gas chromatographymass spectrometer(GC-MS)to reveal involved decomposition mechanism.展开更多
Study on effective disposal and utilization of sewage sludge has recently been the target of growing interest in China. However, potential risks are associated with the use of sludge due to its contamination with toxi...Study on effective disposal and utilization of sewage sludge has recently been the target of growing interest in China. However, potential risks are associated with the use of sludge due to its contamination with toxic organics, heavy metals and pathogenic microorganisms. In this study, a screening assessment was conducted on sewage sludge samples collected from 17 different sewage treatment plants in Beijing, based on a batch of in vitro bioassays, including a set of recombinant gene yeast assays for endocrine disruption, and an ethoxy resorufin-O- deethylase （EROD） assay using H4IIE cells for aryl hydrocarbon receptor （Ah-R） agonistic activities. Our results suggested that moderate levels of estrogen receptor agonistic activities （0.9 ng E2. g-1 to 6.8 ng E2. gl, dw）, but relative higher androgen receptor antagonistic activ- ities （nd to 45%）, progestin receptor antagonistic activities （nd to 80%） and Ah-R agonistic activities （1390 to 6740 pg 2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin （TCDD）·g-1, dw） were found in sewage sludge samples. However, there were no significant correlations between the toxic effects of sewage sludge and the sewage treatment processes. In addition, the 17β-estradiol （E2） equivalent quantity （EEQ） level of the sewage sludge was increased after the composting treatment, whereas the 2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodi- benzo-p-dioxin toxic equivalent quantity （TEQ） level of sewagesludge composted was much lower than that of sewage sludge.展开更多
The aim of this research was to determine the residues of dioxins and dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls in cultured eel and find out the source of pollution and the distribution pattern of eels.One hundred samples...The aim of this research was to determine the residues of dioxins and dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls in cultured eel and find out the source of pollution and the distribution pattern of eels.One hundred samples of eel,4 fodder samples,and 12 environmental samples(water,plants,and soil)were collected from 4 cities and counties in Jiangxi Province,China.The contents of 17 kinds of dioxins(PCDD/Fs)and 12 kinds of dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls(dl-PCBs)were determined by high-resolution gas chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry,and the exposure risk was evaluated by using risk index.The total toxicity equivalence quantity(TEQ)of dioxin and dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls in eel and fodder samples collected in the study area were 0.65±0.31 pg/g and 0.10±0.02 pg/g,respectively.Dl-PCBs were the main dioxin pollution in eel and fodder samples.2,3’,4,4’,5-pentachlorodiphenyl and 2,3,3’,4,4’-pentachlorobiphenyl were the main contributing monomers.The environmental samples were mainly polluted by polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins(PCDDs),with the main contributing monomer being Octachlorodibenzodioxins(OCDD),while 3,3’,4,4’,5-pentachlorobiphenyl and 2,3,4,7,8-pentachlorodibenzofuran were the main toxic compounds in eel and fodder.The dioxin pollution of eels cultured in Jiangxi Province was mainly from fodder polluted via dl-PCBs.The meat segment VI(tail)exhibited a strong enrichment effect of polychlorinated benzofurans(PCDFs).It should be the key part for dioxins and dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls assessment.Further,the results were helpful to improve the edible safety of eel products and the efficiency of the risk assessment of dioxins and dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls in fish.展开更多
Dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls(PCBs) are a class of toxic and persistent chemicals that are often found in the environment.The determination of dioxin-like PCBs in Fildes Peninsula,Antarctica,is reported in thi...Dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls(PCBs) are a class of toxic and persistent chemicals that are often found in the environment.The determination of dioxin-like PCBs in Fildes Peninsula,Antarctica,is reported in this paper.Dioxin-like PCBs were widely distributed in Antarctic soil and moss with concentration of 2.23-27.2 pg/g in soil and 10.4-812 pg/g in moss.The highest concentrations were found in the Ardley Island area and the lowest concentrations on the west coast.The contribution of PCB-118 to the ∑12PCBs ranged from 36.0% to 69.6% in soil,and 17.2% to 43.4% in moss.The congener specific patterns in soil and moss were similar.Long-range atmospheric transport is thought to be the main source of PCBs detected on King George Island.The ∑12PCBs toxic equivalent(TEQ) in soil was 0.400×10?3 to 516×10?3 pg(TEQ)/g with a mean value of 147×10?3 pg(TEQ)/g.PCB-126 had the largest contribution(81.1%) to the ∑12PCBs TEQ in soil.The ∑12PCBs TEQ in moss ranged from 2.90×10?3 to 1.19 pg/g with a mean value of 0.482 pg/g.PCB-126 was also the largest contributor(91.4%) to the ∑12PCBs TEQ in moss.The mean TEQ in moss was about 40 times that in soil.展开更多
Polychlorinated biphenyls(PCBs) are stable in the environment,undergo long-range atmospheric transport,and possess the ability to bioaccumulate through the food chain which can impose a serious threat to human health ...Polychlorinated biphenyls(PCBs) are stable in the environment,undergo long-range atmospheric transport,and possess the ability to bioaccumulate through the food chain which can impose a serious threat to human health and the environment.Atmosphere is the major pathway for PCBs to transport and redistribute in the environment.In order to know levels and patterns of PCBs in background air in China,high-volume air samples were collected at 11 background sites from November 2007 to February 2008.PCBs were extracted from samples by accelerated solvent extraction(ASE) and then purified by acid silica column and fluid management systems(FMS).Confirmation and quantitative analysis were performed by HRGC-HRMS using voltage selective ion record mode.Total concentrations of dioxin-like PCBs in background air ranged from 348.8 fg/m3 to 1 768.3 fg/m3(0.7-7.4 fg TEQ/m3),and total concentrations of indicator PCBs were from 9.0 pg/m3 up to 85.2 pg/m3,which were both lower than the concentrations of most other regions and countries.展开更多
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China (Nos.2018YFA0901101,2018YFA0901103,and 2017YFC1600301)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos.22076216,21976201,and 21836004).
文摘The evaluation of toxicity related to polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins and furans(PCDD/Fs)and dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls(DL-PCBs)is crucial for a comprehensive risk assessment in real-world exposure scenarios.This study employed a controlled feeding experiment to investigate the metabolic effects of dioxin-like compounds(DLCs)on laying hens via feed exposure.Diets enriched with two concentrations(1.17 and 5.13 pg toxic equivalents(TEQ)/g dry weight(dw))were administered over 14 days,followed by 28 days of clean feed.Metabolomics analyses of blood samples revealed significant metabolic variations between PCDD/Fs and DL-PCBs exposed groups and controls,reflecting the induced metabolic disruption.Distinct changes were observed in sphingosine,palmitoleic acid,linoleate,linolenic acid,taurocholic acid,indole acrylic acid,and dibutyl phthalate levels,implying possible connections between PCDD/Fs and DL-PCBs toxic effects and energy-neuronal imbalances,along with lipid accumulation and anomalous amino acid metabolism,impacting taurine metabolism.Moreover,we identified three differential endogenous metabolites—L-tryptophan,indole-3-acetaldehyde,and indole acrylic acid—as potential ligands for the aryl hydrocarbon receptor(AhR),suggesting their role inmediating PCDD/Fs and DL-PCBs toxicity.This comprehensive investigation provides novel insights into the metabolic alterations induced by PCDD/Fs and DL-PCBs in laying hens,thereby enhancing our ability to assess risks associated with their exposure in human populations.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.21577023)the Special Research Project on Causes and Control Technology of Air Pollution(No.2017YFC0212905)the science and technology innovation action project supported by the Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality(No.18DZ1202605)。
文摘A new combined reactor with Hg/Ar electrodeless ultraviolet(EDUV)activated by DBD for 3,4-dichlorodiphenyl ether abatement is presented.The effect of specific input energy and feeding gas component on 3,4-dichlorodiphenyl ether removal efficiency has been explored.Compared with a single DBD system,this new combined process performed a significant promotion on 3,4-dichlorodiphenyl ether abatement.Experiment results verified that active oxygen clearly contributed to the synergistic activity of DBD-EDUV system.Results of emission spectra showed that UV radiation of 253.7 nm could be detected in the DBD-EDUV system.Further,the products of DBD-EDUV process were analyzed via gas chromatographymass spectrometer(GC-MS)to reveal involved decomposition mechanism.
文摘Study on effective disposal and utilization of sewage sludge has recently been the target of growing interest in China. However, potential risks are associated with the use of sludge due to its contamination with toxic organics, heavy metals and pathogenic microorganisms. In this study, a screening assessment was conducted on sewage sludge samples collected from 17 different sewage treatment plants in Beijing, based on a batch of in vitro bioassays, including a set of recombinant gene yeast assays for endocrine disruption, and an ethoxy resorufin-O- deethylase （EROD） assay using H4IIE cells for aryl hydrocarbon receptor （Ah-R） agonistic activities. Our results suggested that moderate levels of estrogen receptor agonistic activities （0.9 ng E2. g-1 to 6.8 ng E2. gl, dw）, but relative higher androgen receptor antagonistic activ- ities （nd to 45%）, progestin receptor antagonistic activities （nd to 80%） and Ah-R agonistic activities （1390 to 6740 pg 2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin （TCDD）·g-1, dw） were found in sewage sludge samples. However, there were no significant correlations between the toxic effects of sewage sludge and the sewage treatment processes. In addition, the 17β-estradiol （E2） equivalent quantity （EEQ） level of the sewage sludge was increased after the composting treatment, whereas the 2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodi- benzo-p-dioxin toxic equivalent quantity （TEQ） level of sewagesludge composted was much lower than that of sewage sludge.
基金supported by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs Agricultural Product Quality and Safety Supervision(Risk Assessment)Special Project:NZF[2019]No.10the Natural Science Foundation of Liaoning Province(2021-BS-228).
文摘The aim of this research was to determine the residues of dioxins and dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls in cultured eel and find out the source of pollution and the distribution pattern of eels.One hundred samples of eel,4 fodder samples,and 12 environmental samples(water,plants,and soil)were collected from 4 cities and counties in Jiangxi Province,China.The contents of 17 kinds of dioxins(PCDD/Fs)and 12 kinds of dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls(dl-PCBs)were determined by high-resolution gas chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry,and the exposure risk was evaluated by using risk index.The total toxicity equivalence quantity(TEQ)of dioxin and dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls in eel and fodder samples collected in the study area were 0.65±0.31 pg/g and 0.10±0.02 pg/g,respectively.Dl-PCBs were the main dioxin pollution in eel and fodder samples.2,3’,4,4’,5-pentachlorodiphenyl and 2,3,3’,4,4’-pentachlorobiphenyl were the main contributing monomers.The environmental samples were mainly polluted by polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins(PCDDs),with the main contributing monomer being Octachlorodibenzodioxins(OCDD),while 3,3’,4,4’,5-pentachlorobiphenyl and 2,3,4,7,8-pentachlorodibenzofuran were the main toxic compounds in eel and fodder.The dioxin pollution of eels cultured in Jiangxi Province was mainly from fodder polluted via dl-PCBs.The meat segment VI(tail)exhibited a strong enrichment effect of polychlorinated benzofurans(PCDFs).It should be the key part for dioxins and dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls assessment.Further,the results were helpful to improve the edible safety of eel products and the efficiency of the risk assessment of dioxins and dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls in fish.
基金supported by the Postdoctoral Science Foundation of China (201004800123)the China Polar Science Strategic Fund (20070214)the Foundation of State Key Joint Laboratory for Environmental Simulation & Pollution Control
文摘Dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls(PCBs) are a class of toxic and persistent chemicals that are often found in the environment.The determination of dioxin-like PCBs in Fildes Peninsula,Antarctica,is reported in this paper.Dioxin-like PCBs were widely distributed in Antarctic soil and moss with concentration of 2.23-27.2 pg/g in soil and 10.4-812 pg/g in moss.The highest concentrations were found in the Ardley Island area and the lowest concentrations on the west coast.The contribution of PCB-118 to the ∑12PCBs ranged from 36.0% to 69.6% in soil,and 17.2% to 43.4% in moss.The congener specific patterns in soil and moss were similar.Long-range atmospheric transport is thought to be the main source of PCBs detected on King George Island.The ∑12PCBs toxic equivalent(TEQ) in soil was 0.400×10?3 to 516×10?3 pg(TEQ)/g with a mean value of 147×10?3 pg(TEQ)/g.PCB-126 had the largest contribution(81.1%) to the ∑12PCBs TEQ in soil.The ∑12PCBs TEQ in moss ranged from 2.90×10?3 to 1.19 pg/g with a mean value of 0.482 pg/g.PCB-126 was also the largest contributor(91.4%) to the ∑12PCBs TEQ in moss.The mean TEQ in moss was about 40 times that in soil.
文摘Polychlorinated biphenyls(PCBs) are stable in the environment,undergo long-range atmospheric transport,and possess the ability to bioaccumulate through the food chain which can impose a serious threat to human health and the environment.Atmosphere is the major pathway for PCBs to transport and redistribute in the environment.In order to know levels and patterns of PCBs in background air in China,high-volume air samples were collected at 11 background sites from November 2007 to February 2008.PCBs were extracted from samples by accelerated solvent extraction(ASE) and then purified by acid silica column and fluid management systems(FMS).Confirmation and quantitative analysis were performed by HRGC-HRMS using voltage selective ion record mode.Total concentrations of dioxin-like PCBs in background air ranged from 348.8 fg/m3 to 1 768.3 fg/m3(0.7-7.4 fg TEQ/m3),and total concentrations of indicator PCBs were from 9.0 pg/m3 up to 85.2 pg/m3,which were both lower than the concentrations of most other regions and countries.
