Author:Mahaye, Ntombikayise; Thwala, Melusi; Cowan, DA; Musee, EuniceDate:Jul 2017Engineered nanoparticles (ENPs) are an emerging class of environmental contaminants, but are generally found in very low concentrations and are therefore likely to exert sub-lethal effects on aquatic organisms. In this review, we: (i) highlight ...Read more
Author:Botha, S; Botha, A; Genthe, BettinaDate:Oct 2012Chemical compounds and heavy metals can damage the DNA of living cells. If not repaired these DNA aberrations can initiate a cascade of biological consequences at the cellular, organ, whole animal; ultimately affecting the community and ...Read more