Mercury is a sneaky pollutant. It lurks in water, causing harm to plants and animals. Humans aren't safe either. To fight this invisible enemy, scientists have turned to an unlikely ally: tiny bits of silver. These aren't your average silver bits. They're engineered with special ingredients like ci
Every day, people unknowingly expose themselves to a mix of harmful substances. These toxins lurk in everyday items like food, water, and cosmetics. Over time, they build up in the body, causing health issues. The idea is simple: the body has natural ways to clean itself, but modern life overloads t
A recent study dug into how DDTs and genes team up to mess with our cholesterol levels. Researchers tracked over 6, 000 people from Wuhan and Zhuhai, checking their DDT levels and cholesterol at the start and six years later. They found that DDTs, especially one called p, p'-DDT, can push up bad cho
Air pollution is a big problem. Factories, cars, and cities are pumping out nasty gases like NO2, NH3, and H2S. These gases are bad for people and the planet. To fight this, we need good gas sensors. These sensors act like guards, alerting us when pollution levels get too high. One type of sensor t
In the coastal city of Gabes, Tunisia, people are fed up. They've had enough of the pollution from a big chemical plant. So, they did something about it. They went on strike. They protested. They shut down the city. All to send a message: "Gabes wants to live. " The plant, run by the state, has bee
Microplastics are tiny plastic pieces that can be found in water. They can carry harmful chemicals like PCBs. A study looked at the Langat River in Malaysia. They checked six spots from the river mouth to areas further inland. The study found different amounts of microplastics at each spot. The hig
Plastic is everywhere. It's in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. But what happens when these tiny plastic bits, called microplastics, find their way into our bodies? Scientists wanted to find out. They looked at samples from different organs of people who had passed away.
In the heart of Southwest China, Panzhihua stands as a testament to large-scale mining and smelting. These activities have left an indelible mark on the city's atmosphere, with dust serving as a major carrier of heavy metals. Identifying the sources of these metals is a complex task, as various poll
In the heart of California's Imperial Valley, a region known for its winter crops and severe air pollution, a young boy's asthma attack sent his mother into a panic. Esther Bejarano had no idea what triggered her 11-month-old son's symptoms. She suspected pesticides used in nearby agricultural field
Urban soils are often contaminated. This is a big problem in cities. The contamination levels can vary greatly from one area to another. This makes it hard to come up with a one-size-fits-all solution. In one city, researchers took a close look at this issue. They collected soil samples from six di
