Author:Oberholster, Paul J; Hill, Liesl; Jappie, S; Truter, JC; Botha, ADate:Sep 2015Although bioassay approaches are useful for identifying chemicals of potential concern, they provide little understanding of the mechanisms of chemical toxicity. Without this understanding, it is difficult to address some of the key challenges ...Read more
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