Publications by authors named "Gabrielle Vieira Lube"
Sunken oil mats (SOMs) pose a significant threat to marine ecosystems, yet their long-term fate and weathering processes remain poorly understood. This study investigates the degradation of biomarkers in a SOM sample collected from the Brazilian coast following the long-lasting 2019 oil spill. The SOM clearly distinguished from spilt oil and were attributed to tanker-washing residues.
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- - This study analyzes polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in the Santos Basin, Brazil, focusing on data gathered from research conducted since 2000, primarily in the sediment, which accumulates organic matter and PAHs.
- - The research utilizes a comprehensive review of existing literature from major scientific journals, highlighting a gap in studies concerning PAH bioavailability in water compared to sediment, as well as fewer investigations in regions like Santa Catarina.
- - Most studies are concentrated in southeastern Brazil, particularly São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, indicating that areas near public university research centers are prioritized, leaving remote areas under-researched regarding PAH contamination.
Navigating the PAH maze: Bioaccumulation, risks, and review of the quality guidelines in marine ecosystems with a spotlight on the Brazilian coastline.
Rafael André Lourenço Gabrielle Vieira Lube Raphael De Lucca Marcello Jarcovis Josilene da Silva Amanda Câmara de Souza
Mar Pollut Bull
December 2023
Article Synopsis
- The review examines how Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) accumulate in marine organisms, focusing on the factors that influence this process like physicochemical properties and metabolic reactions.
- It highlights the risks and toxicity of PAHs in marine life and discusses variances in sediment and water quality guidelines for assessing PAH exposure effects.
- By investigating these guidelines' criteria and their link to adverse effects data, the review aims to improve our understanding of PAHs' impact on marine ecosystems and enhance environmental management practices.