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07/06/2026
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By Iva Greene
Scoping Review Links Pesticide Exposure to Increased Risks of Childhood Leukemia and Brain Cancer
A scoping review published in the International Journal of Cancer on July 1, 2026, examined epidemiologic studies from 1980 to 2022 and found associations between pesticide exposure and childhood leukemia and brain tumors, according to the study authors. The review was conducted by researchers from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and the University of Nebraska Medical […]
06/15/2026
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By Iva Greene
Persistent Pollutant DDE Linked to Increased Alzheimer’s Risk, Study Finds
Blood levels of DDE, a breakdown product of the banned insecticide DDT, were significantly higher in Alzheimer’s disease patients compared to healthy controls, according to a study conducted by researchers at Rutgers University. The findings, reported in the scientific literature, indicate that individuals with the highest DDE concentrations faced roughly four times the odds of […]
06/12/2026
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By Iva Greene
Study: Fungicide Fludioxonil and Its Breakdown Products Linked to Oxidative Stress in Humans and Wildlife
A study published June 3, 2026 in PeerJ by researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the University of Pisa finds that the fungicide fludioxonil and its breakdown products, including a per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS), induce oxidative stress in living organisms. According to the study, fludioxonil can exhaust levels of glutathione, an antioxidant that […]
05/21/2026
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By Iva Greene
Study Links PFNA and PFOSA to Accelerated Epigenetic Aging in Middle-Aged Men
A study published in Frontiers in Aging in February 2026 has linked two per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) — perfluorononanoic acid (PFNA) and perfluorooctanesulfonamide (PFOSA) — to accelerated biological aging in middle-aged men, according to researchers from Shanghai Jiao Tong University. The team analyzed blood samples and DNA data from 326 participants enrolled in the […]
05/14/2026
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By Iva Greene
University of Missouri Researchers Develop Algae Strain That Can Remove Microplastics from Water
Researchers at the University of Missouri have engineered a strain of algae capable of capturing microplastic particles from water, according to a study published in May 2026 in Nature Communications. The modified algae produce limonene, an orange-scented oil that renders their surface water-repellent, causing nearby microplastics to adhere and form clumps that sink for easy […]
05/08/2026
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By Iva Greene
Denovia Develops Rapid Depolymerization Process for Mixed Textile Waste
A company called Denovia Inc. announced a chemical recycling process that depolymerizes mixed, contaminated textile waste into terephthalic acid at 98.3% purity, according to a March company statement. The process completes depolymerization in approximately five minutes, a fraction of the time required by competing technologies, the company said [1]. Global Plastic Waste Problem The world […]
04/21/2026
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By Iva Greene
PFAS Detected in Widely Used Herbicide, Prompting Public Health and Environmental Concerns
PFAS Detected in Widely Used Herbicides Independent laboratory tests have found multiple per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS or ‘forever chemicals,’ in a widely used commercial herbicide, according to data released by the advocacy group Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER). [1] The product, Rejuvra™, is produced by the company Envu and is applied across millions […]
04/19/2026
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By Iva Greene
Study Finds Wild Bees, Not Managed Hives, Drive Tomato Pollination in Organic Systems
A new study conducted on organic farms in Brazil concludes that wild bees provide the primary pollination for tomatoes, with introduced managed bee hives showing no measurable benefit to fruit production. The research was published in the journal Apidologie on April 16, 2026, and focused on open-field organic tomato cultivation. [1] According to the study, […]
04/10/2026
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By Iva Greene
Researchers Warn PFAS Chemicals Inside Most Americans Contribute to Liver Damage
Introduction: The Unseen Chemical Burden Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS or ‘forever chemicals,’ are present in the bloodstream of more than 99% of Americans, according to research. These synthetic compounds accumulate in the body from common household sources including nonstick cookware, stain-resistant fabrics, food packaging, and drinking water. A study published in January […]
03/31/2026
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By Iva Greene
Study Using Fiber Optic Cables Measures Water Retention Impact of Soil Tilling
Study Details A recent study has employed fiber optic cables and distributed acoustic sensing technology to measure water movement in agricultural soil, revealing significant impacts from traditional tilling practices. The research was conducted at a long-term experimental farm at Harper Adams University in the United Kingdom, where adjacent plots subjected to different tillage regimes have […]
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