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J. Xenobiot., Volume 8, Issue 1 (October 2018) – 4 articles

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Behavioral Effects of the Neurotoxin ß-N-methylamino-L-alanine on the Mangrove Rivulus (Kryptolebias marmoratus) Larvae
by Alessandra Carion, Julie Hétru, Angèle Markey, Victoria Suarez-Ulloa and Silvestre Frédéric
J. Xenobiot. 2018, 8(1), 7820; https://doi.org/10.4081/xeno.2018.7820 - 29 Oct 2018
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Mangrove rivulus, Kryptolebias marmoratus, is a hermaphrodite fish capable of self-fertilization. This particularity allows to naturally produce highly homozygous and isogenic individuals. Despite the low genetic diversity, rivulus can live in extremely variable environments and adjust its phenotype accordingly. This species represents [...] Read more.
Mangrove rivulus, Kryptolebias marmoratus, is a hermaphrodite fish capable of self-fertilization. This particularity allows to naturally produce highly homozygous and isogenic individuals. Despite the low genetic diversity, rivulus can live in extremely variable environments and adjust its phenotype accordingly. This species represents a unique opportunity to clearly distinguish the genetic and non-genetic factors implicated in adaptation and evolution, such as epigenetic mechanisms. It is thus a great model in aquatic ecotoxicology to investigate the effects of xenobiotics on the epigenome, and their potential long-term impacts. In the present study, we used the mangrove rivulus to investigate the effects of the neurotoxin ß-N-methylamino-L-alanine (BMAA) on larvae behaviors after 7 days exposure to two sub-lethal concentrations. Results show that BMAA can affect the maximal speed and prey capture (trials and failures), suggesting potential impacts on the organism’s fitness. Full article
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An Amplicon-Based Sequencing Approach for the Study of Aeromycology
by Hamza Mbareche, Marc Veillette, Guillaume J. Bilodeau and Caroline Duchaine
J. Xenobiot. 2018, 8(1), 7810; https://doi.org/10.4081/xeno.2018.7810 - 29 Oct 2018
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Fungal spores are ubiquitous in indoor and outdoor air and their diversity and biomass quantity vary depending on the geographical location, environmental con- ditions, and the presence of sources such as hay, agricultural crops or growth on build- ing material [...]
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Fungal spores are ubiquitous in indoor and outdoor air and their diversity and biomass quantity vary depending on the geographical location, environmental con- ditions, and the presence of sources such as hay, agricultural crops or growth on build- ing material [...]
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Effects of Copper on the Early Development of Xenopus laevis: The case of CuSO4 and Bordeaux Mixture Solutions
by P. Titran, S. Slaby, G. Marchand, A. Lescuyer, S. Lemiere and M. Marin
J. Xenobiot. 2018, 8(1), 7809; https://doi.org/10.4081/xeno.2018.7809 - 29 Oct 2018
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Copper is an essential metal for the organism but it can be toxic at high concentrations [...]
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Effects of Chronic Exposure to Benzophenone and Diclofenac on DNA Methylation Levels and Reproductive Success in a Marine Copepod
by Anais Guyon, Kirsty F. Smith, Maria P. Charry, Olivier Champeau and Louis A. Tremblay
J. Xenobiot. 2018, 8(1), 7674; https://doi.org/10.4081/xeno.2018.7674 - 29 Oct 2018
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The UV-filter benzophenone and the anti-inflammatory diclofenac are commonly detected in the environment. The aim of this study was to assess the multigenerational effects of chronic exposure to low concentrations of these chemicals on toxicity and DNA methylation levels in the copepod Gladioferens [...] Read more.
The UV-filter benzophenone and the anti-inflammatory diclofenac are commonly detected in the environment. The aim of this study was to assess the multigenerational effects of chronic exposure to low concentrations of these chemicals on toxicity and DNA methylation levels in the copepod Gladioferens pectinatus. Acute toxicity tests were conducted to determine the sensitivity of G. pectinatus to the chemicals. All chemicals impacted breeding, hatching and egg viability. Diclofenac (1 mg.L-1) reduced the number of eggs per gravid female. Benzophenone (0.5 mg.L-1) decreased egg hatching success. Exposure to the reference toxicant copper (0.02 mg.L-1) led to unsuccessful hatching. Effects on DNA methylation was estimated by the percentage of 5- methylcytosine. The treatments resulted in strong differences in DNA methylation with increased methylation in the exposed animals. The two chemicals impacted both egg viability and the induction of differential DNA methylation, suggesting potential intra- and trans-generational evolutionary effects. Full article
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