All articles tagged with #environmental toxicology
French researchers find isoxazoline antiparasitics used for fleas/ticks can linger in dog/cat feces for weeks after treatment (median half-lives 15–25 days; some drugs detected post-treatment). Simulations suggest dung‑feeding insects in the wild may face high exposure, prompting EMA reevaluation and calls for more environmental studies and potential changes in pet‑waste disposal during treatments.
Volunteers in Manchester are participating in a study to understand how different types of air pollution impact the brain. The study involves exposing participants to four different pollutants, including diesel exhaust and cleaning products, and analyzing blood samples and cognitive test results before and after exposure. The aim is to uncover the biological mechanisms that link air pollution to adverse effects on the brain. The researchers also hope to rank the risks associated with each pollutant and provide comprehensive guidance on indoor and outdoor air pollution. The study, although small in scale, is one of the largest analyses of its kind and the results are expected in the coming months.