To investigate processes possibly underlying accumulation and ecological effects of plastic
nano-particles we have characterized their interaction with the cell wall of green algae. More …

Phototrophic cell or tissue cultures can produce nanostructured noble metals, oxides and
chalcogenides at ambient temperatures and pressures in an aqueous environment and …

One of the major concerns regarding the presence of plastics in ocean environments are the
effects on marine biota. Plastics can be distinguished in macro-(≥ 25 mm), meso-(< 25 mm …

The aggregation of humic substances and their interaction with filtration media (membranes,
soils) has implications for our understanding of membrane fouling during water treatment …

Iron deficiency is a major global public health problem despite decades of efforts with iron
supplementation and fortification. The issue lies on the poor tolerability of the standard of …

The ability of nanoparticles (NPs) to be promptly uptaken by the cells makes them both
dangerous and useful to human health. It was recently postulated that some NPs might cross …

Nanoparticles (NPs) interact within organisms via various biochemical interactions which
can bring benefits to society. Classically, fate/distribution of substances is assessed via …

After use and disposal of chemical products, many types of polymer particles end up in the
aquatic environment with potential toxic effects to primary producers like green algae. In this …

Nanoparticles (NPs) are widely used in industry and technology due to their small size and
versatility, which makes them easy to enter organisms and pose threats to human and …

Danggui Buxue Decoction is a classic formula containing Astragali Radix and Angelicae
Sinensis Radix in a 5: 1 ratio and has been extensively used to treat blood deficiency for …