Collaborate Disseminate
Scientists at McMaster University have identified a toxin used by bacteria to kill other bacteria through a never-before-seen mechanism. The toxin is the first found to directly target RNA molecules in what the team describes as “a total assault on the… Continue reading First known RNA-targeting toxin launches “total assault” to kill bacteria
New research presented at the fall meeting of the American Chemical Society has raised concerns that many tattoo inks contain chemicals that may be damaging to human health. Analyzing nearly 100 currently used tattoo inks the researchers found many ink… Continue reading New research points to potentially harmful chemicals in tattoo ink
Toxic PFAS compounds earn themselves the nickname of “forever chemicals” thanks to their tendency to persist in the environment for decades. In a new study, chemists claim to have found an Achilles’ heel to these ultra-stable molecules, using a relativ… Continue reading Molecular Achilles’ heel breaks down toxic PFAS “forever chemicals”
A striking new study has found eggs from hens kept as pets in urban backyards can contain up to 40 times more lead than eggs from commercially farmed hens. The researchers recommend those living in inner-city locations test their soil for contaminants … Continue reading Lead in eggs from hens in city backyards raises urban farming concerns
New research has reported a link between elevated blood levels of perfluooctane sulfate (PFOS) and increased risk of liver cancer. The study is the first to directly associate exposure from this “forever chemical” to liver cancer in humans.Continue Rea… Continue reading PFAS “forever chemicals” linked to liver cancer in first-of-its-kind study
A striking new review article from researchers in Europe argues the global spread of certain hazardous chemicals is so pervasive that unsafe levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) can be found in rainwater from all parts of the world, inc… Continue reading Unsafe levels of toxic “forever chemicals” in rainwater across the globe
Researchers at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine have found strong evidence exposure to a common group of household chemicals can be associated with 13 different health conditions. The related economic costs have been estimated at between US$5 billio… Continue reading PFAS linked to infertility, diabetes and billions in economic costs
A new report from the European Environmental Agency estimates more than 10 percent of all cancer cases in Europe are likely caused by environmental and occupational exposure to pollution. The report indicates most of these cases could be prevented by i… Continue reading Report estimates 10% of all cancers in Europe are caused by pollution
A world-first Australian clinical trial has found regular blood or plasma donations can reduce levels of toxic PFAS chemicals in the blood by up to 30 percent. The trial is the first to find an effective intervention that reduces levels of the substanc… Continue reading Landmark trial finds donating blood lowers PFAS “forever chemical” levels
Striking new research published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences estimates lead exposure, primarily from car exhaust, has negatively affected the IQ of about half the population of the United States. The study calculated c… Continue reading Childhood lead exposure cut IQ of over half of US population, study finds