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Modelling of radiological risks in farms around mines, Rustenburg, South Africa
Abstract Mining, industrial and agricultural activities have been widely reported to enhance environmental radioactivity levels globally. To ensure human exposure …
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A comprehensive review of emerging environmental contaminants of global concern
Abstract Emerging contaminants (ECs) encompass a diverse range of synthetic and naturally occurring chemicals, including pharmaceuticals and personal care products …
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A health risk assessment of the heavy metal levels in soil from Itagunmodi and Iperindo mining belt, Southwest Nigeria
Abstract Artisanal and small-scale gold mining activities have raised significant environmental and public health concerns in Osun State, Nigeria, due …
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Black soldier fly larvae composting as a bioremediation approach for heavy metals and pathogens in fecal sludge cake
Abstract Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL) composting is increasingly explored as a sustainable strategy to treat organic waste. This study …
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Air quality assessments: insights prehistoric caves can offer to our modern-day understanding
Abstract Air quality studies should integrate the assessments of cave environments with the conventional studies of indoor urban environments. Considering …
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Fluoride and nitrate in groundwater: health risks and monitoring in the Vea catchment, Ghana
Abstract The Vea catchment, especially in the Bongo area, is among the first areas in Ghana where high fluoride levels …
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Investigation of hydrochemical characteristic of groundwater quality of Bogoberi in Calabar Municipality in Cross River State, Southeastern Nigeria
Abstract A groundwater quality assessment was conducted in the Bogoberi community of Calabar Municipality, Cross River State, Southeastern Nigeria, to …
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Key environmental predictors as drivers of avifauna assemblages in Ghana’s coastal ecosystems
Abstract Avian assemblages are not only influenced by spatial factors but also by temporal variations in environmental conditions, creating dynamic …
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Qualitative screening of emerging contaminants in urban and natural waters of Mangaung District of the Free State province of South Africa
Abstract Chemicals enable the development of new technologies while also raising living standards and quality of life. Although chemicals are …
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Health issues and management practices of pesticide exposure in Ethiopia, East Africa
Abstract Pesticides are commonly used in agriculture for pest control, but their improper usage and handling can lead to high …
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Heavy metal contamination in urban roadside vegetables: origins, exposure pathways, and health implications
Abstract Urban agriculture along major highways often exposes food crops to heavy metal contamination, primarily from vehicular emissions. This review …
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The classified peri-urban forest of Kua from Burkina Faso must not be declassified for ecological reasons
Abstract Densification of urban areas and rapid urbanization result in land scarcity in the Sahelian cities of West Africa. Therefore, …
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A comparative assessment of Lead (Pb) concentration and physicochemical parameters in groundwater from the Kabwe mine and Lusaka non-mine sites, Zambia
Abstract This study addresses the comparative influence of physicochemical parameters on the dissolution of Pb and its levels in the …
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Soil contamination with microplastics (MPs) from treated wastewater and sewage sludge: risks and sustainable mitigation strategies
Abstract This review explores the hidden hazards associated with the reuse of treated wastewater and sewage sludge in agriculture while …
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The implications of biomass and carbon sequestration of exclosure for climate change mitigation in arid areas, Sekota district, northern Ethiopia
Abstract Climate dynamics management plays a crucial role in safeguarding the environment from a global to local scale. Land degradation …
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Use of multivariate techniques to regionalize rainfall patterns in semiarid Botswana
Abstract Monthly precipitation data from 58 synoptic stations throughout Botswana, spanning 1981–2016, were used in this study. The data were …
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Urban land use, land cover change and urban microclimate dynamics in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Abstract Land surface temperature (LST) increases and urban heat island (UHI) variability are the major urban climatology problems arising in …
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Spatiotemporal variability of rainfall and drought characterization in Kaduna, Nigeria
Abstract Rainfall variability and drought events can affect food security globally. This study aimed to assess the spatial and temporal …
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Effect of hydrogel on survival and growth of Grevillea robusta seedlings under semi-arid field condition
Abstract Water scarcity limits the survival and growth of planted-out seedlings in Ethiopia’s semi-arid regions. Hydrogel, recently introduced in Ethiopia, …
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Acute toxicity of rich triethylene glycol on juvenile African freshwater catfish (Clarias gariepinus) around a natural gas dehydration facility
Abstract Triethylene glycol (TEG) removes equilibrium water from natural gas but may spill during equipment maintenance and other poor safety …