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154 articles for “Toxic metal”
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Metallic Impurities Present in Environmental Water Samples Were Analyzed at Trace Levels Using ICP-MS-KED
Abstract: Elemental impurities in environmental water samples must be carefully monitored since they may have unintended pharmacological and toxicological consequences. For the simultaneous determination of eight metals (Cr, Ni, Cd, Pb, Hg, As, Se, and Sb) in water by ICP-MS, an accurate and sensitive approach has been devised and validated.The method's validity is confirmed through assessment of various criteria for new techniques, including linearity and range, accuracy, precision, selectivity, limit of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 53–58 Read article
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Sustainable Innovations in Green Nanotechnology for Nanoparticle Synthesis
Abstract: Green nanotechnology is an emerging field that focuses on the environmentally friendly production of nanoparticles through biological and sustainable processes. This approach has diverse applications across industries such as pharmaceuticals, energy, electronics, and bioengineering. Compared to conventional methods, biologically driven nanoparticle synthesis, particularly utilizing green chemistry principles, offers a safer, eco- friendly, non-toxic, and cost-effective alternative. Metal nanoparticles are commonly synthesized through top-down and bottom-up strategies using physical, chemical, and …
Published in International Journal of Photochemistry and Photochemical Research · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 31–37 Read article
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Groundwater Contamination in Punjab due to Arsenic, Selenium and Uranium Heavy Metals
Abstract: Punjab is facing a crisis situation due to high levels of heavy metals in underground water table of Punjab. ICAR has reported arsenic beyond safe limit in 13 districts of Punjab. According to PWSSD report, out of all arsenic contaminated habitations in Punjab, 60% fall in Majha belt of Punjab, namely, Amritsar, Gurdaspur and Tarn Taran districts. Arsenic contamination can be get rid of by using a nanotechnology based technique …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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A Critical Evaluation of Mercury Contamination in Groundwater of Punjab
Abstract: Groundwater in Punjab State has been over-exploited for irrigation purposes during the last few decades. As a consequence, it has been contaminated with heavy metals including Mercury, which is highly toxic for human health. The permissible limit for Mercury in groundwater is 0.001 mg/L (1ppb). Mercury concentration in groundwater has been estimated using Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) which is calibrated using a standard protocol. Ferozepur district in Punjab …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Health Hazards of Nanoparticles and Environmental Pollutants
Abstract: The exponential growth in the use of nanoparticles and the prevalence of environmental pollutants have raised significant concerns regarding their health hazards. Nanoparticles, owing to their unique physicochemical properties—such as small size, high surface areatovolume ratio, and chemical reactivity—can penetrate biological barriers, including the bloodbrain barrier, and interact at the cellular and molecular levels. This can lead to oxidative stress, inflammation, and cellular dysfunction, ultimately resulting in potential toxicity. Similarly, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Effects of multiglutine during cancer chemotherapy on gastrointestinal toxicity and liver dysfunction
Abstract: Introduction: Cancer chemotherapy causes severe side effects in almost patients by inhibiting various systems including the hematopoietic, gastrointestinal and nervous systems. Recently, glutamine has been considered to improve the side effects of cancer chemotherapy. Calcium and magnesium also have positive effects in cancer patients. In this study, we evaluated effects of multiglutine, which consists of glutamic acid and metal ions such as calcium, magnesium, on gastrointestinal toxicity and liver dysfunction …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Toxicological Evaluation Of Two Nigerian Refinery Effluents Using Natural Biomonitors
Abstract: Abstract The present study aimed to evaluate the toxic effects of two Nigerian refineries’ effluents using natural bio-monitors. Standard physicochemical analysis, toxi-chromo test using mutant E. coli and sub-chronic animal toxicity testing with emphasis on tissue heavy metal accumulation, biochemical parameters and histopathology, were adopted during the study. The physicochemical results revealed that the two effluent samples are highly polluted although PH sample was more polluted than the Warri sample. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 22–31 Read article
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Impact of Selective Nanocatalysts in Nitroarene Reduction Reactions
Abstract: This review provides a concise overview of the catalytic reduction of nitroarene using NaBH4 as a reducing agent. The focus is on the use of metallic nanoparticles (NPs), transition metallic NPs, and nanocomposites as reduction catalysts, specifically Ag, Au, Pd, and Cu NPs. These NPs have unique biophysical characteristics and highly accessible surfaces, making them suitable for various research fields, including medical and environmental research. The study also investigates the …
Published in Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications · Vol. 25, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 33–46 Read article
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A Preliminary Report on Groundwater Contamination of Majha Belt of Punjab due to Heavy Metal Arsenic
Abstract: Punjab is facing a crisis situation due to high levels of heavy metals in underground water table of Punjab. ICAR has reported arsenic beyond safe limit in 13 districts of Punjab. According to PWSSD report, there are 2748 habitations out of 6884 surveyed in Punjab, which fall under quality affected (QA) category (40% nearly). Out of all QA habitations in Punjab, 60% fall in Majha belt of Punjab, namely, Amritsar, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 27–33 Read article
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Photo-Assisted Room Temperature Synthesis of Brightly Fluoresce ZnSe Quantum Dots in Aqueous Medium
Abstract: The ZnSe quantum dots (QDs) have gained considerable research interest as an alternative to heavy-metal-based QDs and are non-toxic, have strong emission in UV-blue region, and with wider band gap are suitable for doping various ions to tune their optical and electronics properties. For biological applications, aqueous stability of QDs is an indispensable prerequisite. Mercapto-carboxylic acids such as mercaptopropionic acids (MPA), thioglycolic acids (TGA), etc., are commonly used for providing …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 5–13 Read article
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Study of Heavy Metal Ions and Its Removal from Wastewater by Using Activated Carbon as Waste Tire Rubber
Abstract: The purpose of this study is to identify various methods that are available for treating industrial waste water using different methods. The effluent stream released from the industries carries various hazardous chemical compounds and heavy metal ions. Heavy metal pollution has become a critical environmental challenge facing the world nowadays. Hence it has become important to eliminate those heavy metals from the effluent due to their toxicity.
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 28–35 Read article
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Effect of Artemia on the Reduction of Alkali Metals from the Distillery Effluent
Abstract: AbstractThe present study evaluates the feasibility of using Artemia as a bioaccumulator in reducing toxic concentrates of the distillery effluent collected from the industrial area, near Chennai. Generally, the distillery effluent contains a very high amount of alkali metals (Sodium, Potassium, Calcium and Magnesium). Artemia being an efficient environmental adapter was able to thrive in the distillery effluent for 72 h. The physico-chemical parameters such as pH, salinity of the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Metal Tolerance Potential of A. fumigatus and Comparative Analysis of Biosorption through Control and Trained Biomass
Abstract: Heavy metal pollution in water because of the discharge of industrial effluent imposes serious environmental concerns. Copper is one of such pollutants which is are considered as toxic, non-biodegradable and persistent in nature. Removal of heavy metals through conventional treatment strategies can cause many technical problems. Filamentous fungi have the ability to accumulate significant amount of heavy metals from their environment. Therefore, the potential of resistant fungal biomass as biosorptive …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 71–82 Read article
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Metal Complexes of Cephalexin and Their Biological Activities: A Review
Abstract: Cephalexin and its derivatives are commonly utilized in the pharmaceutical and medicinal industry due to their biological and pharmaceutical activities, including anti-microbial, anti-cancer, anti-bacterial, and herbicidal activities as well as possessing high palatability and being useful for skin and joint infections. Interestingly, some organic drugs, including cephalexin, which exhibit toxicological and pharmacological properties, can be administered in forms of metal complexes. Many researchers have synthesized organic ligands derived from cephalexin …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 52–61 Read article
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Adsorption Isotherms for the Removal of Heavy Metals from Aqueous Solution Using Groundnut Shell and Rice Husk
Abstract: Heavy metals are considered as hazardous to the environment due to their toxicity even at low concentration. Batch experiments were conducted to know the potentiality of agricultural byproducts (Groundnut shell, Rice husk and combined adsorbents) on removal of heavy metal ions. It has been found that the percentage of adsorption increases with increase in pH and decreases with the increase in metal ions concentration. The obtained results showed that the …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Photochemical Detoxification of Arsenic- and Mercury-Contaminated Soils: Geochemical Mechanisms and Pathways
Abstract: This study evaluates the geochemical aspects of soil detoxification in areas contaminated with arsenic (As) and mercury (Hg), emphasizing sustainable strategies for improving soil health and ensuring safe crop production. The research provides an ecological and toxicological assessment of regional soils and classifies them base on the concentration and mobility of toxic elements. Although the current levels of As and Hg do not yet present a critical risk to agricultural …
Published in International Journal of Photochemistry and Photochemical Research · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 06–10 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review on Male Infertility
Abstract: The failure to attain a clinical pregnancy naturally after one year of unprotected intercourse is termed as infertility. Some of the factors that contribute to Infertility are late marriages, advanced age, genetics and lifestyle to name a few. To tackle this scenario, infertile and sub fertile couples take the aid of assisted reproductive technology. Intra uterine insemination (IUI), In vitro fertilization (IVF), Intra cytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), surgical sperm retrieval …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 95–103 Read article
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Biochemical Biomarkers as a Tool in Chromium Induced Toxicity to Green Tiger Prawn, Penaeus semisulcatus (De-Haan, 1844)
Abstract: Estuarine ecosystem and its biodiversity are at higher risk due to coastal contamination by heavy metals and conservation of biodiversity can be accomplished by utilizing biomarkers of pollutant at different exposure levels. In the present study, chronic toxicity test was conducted to evaluate the antioxidants and enzymes as the possible biomarkers in Green Tiger Prawn, Penaeus semisulcatus. The chronic endpoint value (MATC), no-observed effect concentration (NOEC), and low-observed effective concentration …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles from Murayya koenigii: Antibacterial Potential Review
Abstract: Nanoparticles (NPs) display unique characteristics in contrast to conventional physico-chemical synthesis methods, and they are utilized in various life science fields including surface coating, catalysis, food packaging, corrosion prevention, environmental cleanup, electronics, biomedical applications, and antimicrobial purposes. Metal NPs synthesized through green methods, particularly from plant origins, have garnered significant interest because of their inherent traits such as environmental friendliness, quick production, and cost efficiency. Over the past few years, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 54–67 Read article
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Comparative Evaluation of Physical, Chemical and Antimicrobial Properties of Mercury and Cinnabar
Abstract: Herbo-mineral preparations have a special and significant role to play in the system of Ayurveda. These formulations include many of the metals viz., mercury, lead, arsenic etc., which are considered highly toxic by the modern concepts of medicine. These formulations have been compared to that of the environmental toxicity caused by many contaminants leading to severe health hazards. However, there is strong reasoning given by the traditional practices which incorporate …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 9–23 Read article