Publications by authors named "Motoaki Katsura"

Article Synopsis
  • Diphenhydramine (DPH) is an antihistamine that persists in the environment due to incomplete degradation in wastewater treatment.
  • Research indicates that long-term exposure to DPH negatively impacts Japanese medaka fish, affecting egg production, feeding behavior, and increasing larval mortality.
  • The study highlights the need for further investigation into the chronic effects of DPH on aquatic life, given its potential risks in natural water bodies.
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