Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences

Toxicokinetics, Biotransformation, and Tissue Distribution of Imidaclothiz in Rats

Abstract Imidaclothiz (IMZ), a next-generation neonicotinoid pesticide, has garnered significant attention due to its detection in human samples. In this study, we investigated its toxicokinetics and biotransformation in rats following oral administration. IMZ was rapidly absorbe...

Conditional cooling from large-scale urban afforestation: ecosystem functioning and planning implications

Large-scale urban afforestation is increasingly promoted as a Nature-Based Solution for reducing urban heat. Yet afforestation does not cool cities uniformly, and the conditions under which it delivers sustained thermal benefits remain poorly understood. This uncertainty limits t...

Structure-Related Activity of 4-Alkylphenols in Hepatic Lipogenesis Regulated by Estrogen Receptor Agonism and Oxidative Stress

Abstract 4-Alkylphenols (APs), as typical endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) widely present in the environment and the human body, have been implicated in the disruption of lipid metabolism. However, the structure-activity relationships (SARs) and underlying mechanisms of thei...

From Molecular Designs to Nanomaterials for Electrochemical PFAS Detection: A Review

Abstract The pervasive occurrence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and the implementation of stringent regulatory guidelines necessitate rapid, highly sensitive analytical methodologies. Although liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) remains the g...

Dynamic expression and functional transformation of microRNA isoforms induced by osmotic stress in invasive Ciona robusta

Abstract Understanding the mechanisms underlying invasion success is crucial for addressing the rapidly increasing frequency of biological invasions and their escalating ecological and economic impacts worldwide. Phenotypic plasticity plays a crucial role in facilitating invasion...

Effects of different thinning intensities on Pinus tabuliformis transpiration and forest-water relations in the Loess Plateau of China

Thinning can improve the soil water conditions of forested land, decrease potential water stress, and enhance the drought resistance of trees by adjusting the stand density. However, the effect of thinning intensity on water consumption of plantations in semiarid regions remains...

Bycatch risk of threatened and protected marine species in China’s seas and adjacent waters

Large marine animals face severe threats from industrial fisheries globally, with bycatch recognized as a primary driver of population declines. This challenge is particularly pronounced in China’s seas and adjacent waters—a region of extraordinary biodiversity yet intense fishin...

Perchloric acid (HClO 4 ) drives atmospheric new particle formation enhanced by dimethylamine, ammonia and sulfuric acid: mechanisms and implications

Abstract. Recent studies have revealed observations of atmospheric perchloric acid (HClO4, PA) in the Arctic. There are few studies of PA forming aerosol particles in coastal marine regions. We use quantum chemical calculations and Atmospheric Clusters Dynamic Code (ACDC) to comp...

Unveiling the cooling effects of urban green spaces in Eastern China: spatial heterogeneity, diurnal asymmetry, and nonlinear margins of 2D/3D features

Urban green spaces (UGS) play an important role in mitigating urban heat island effects. However, the mechanisms underlying their cooling effects are still not fully understood, particularly regarding the role of three-dimensional vegetation structure and nonlinear threshold resp...

Post-treatment of biogenic sulfur coating enhances autotrophic denitrification

<title>Abstract</title> Biogenic sulfur (bio-S⁰) is a promising electron donor for treating carbon-limited wastewater, yet the inherent variability of its organic coating poses an unresolved challenge for consistent denitrification performance. Here, we report that post‑treatment...

LXRα and PPARα Mediated Hepatic Lipid Metabolic Disruption Induced by the UV Filter EHMC in 2D and 3D HepaRG Cell Models

ABSTRACT Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate (EHMC), an important UVB filter, is raising concerns about its potential metabolic toxicity due to widespread human exposure through dietary sources. However, little is known about the effects of EHMC on hepatic lipid metabolism and the underl...

Spontaneous ChlorineGeneration via Interfacial Oxidationof Chloride by O2 on Acidic Microdroplets

Abstract Reactive chlorine species significantly influence atmospheric chemistry, yet their sources remain inadequately defined. We have discovered a spontaneous formation pathway for substantial molecular chlorine (Cl2) from the oxidation of chloride (Cl–) through interfacial ox...

Coupling Landscape Patterns and Ecosystem Services With Sustainable Development Goals for Regional Sustainability: Evidence From the Yellow River Basin

ABSTRACT Human activities are accelerating ecosystem degradation, making regional sustainability transitions increasingly urgent. Although the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provide a unified global framework for action, their implementation at the regional s...

Manganese Ion‐Based NanoPlatforms for Tumor Theranostics

ABSTRACT Manganese‐ion‐based nanoparticles have emerged as highly versatile platforms that seamlessly integrate diagnostic and therapeutic functions, enabling precision cancer theranostics. In this review, we discuss manganese‐based nanomaterials through a design‐oriented framewo...

Enhanced Recoveryof Strategic Metal Antimony fromWastewater via a Synergistic UV/Iodide/Sulfite Process

Abstract Antimony-bearing wastewater poses substantial environmental risks, while conventional treatment technologies mainly transfer dissolved antimony into secondary hazardous wastes. Here, we developed a synergistic UV/iodide/sulfite process for the rapid reductive recovery of...