Publications by authors named "Stefani M Portela"
The reproducibility crisis in bioscience, characterized by inconsistent study results, impedes our understanding of biological processes and global collaborative studies offer a unique solution. This study is the first global collaboration using the zebrafish () novel tank test, a behavioral assay for anxiety-like responses. We analyzed data from 20 laboratories worldwide, focusing on housing conditions and experimental setups.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFEvaluation of behavioral and neurochemical changes induced by carbofuran in zebrafish (Danio rerio).
Comp Biochem Physiol C Toxicol Pharmacol
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- Carbofuran (CF) is a toxic pesticide that affects non-target organisms and poses environmental risks, primarily by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase (AChE) and leading to acetylcholine buildup.
- A study was conducted on adult zebrafish exposed to varying CF concentrations, utilizing behavioral tests (novel tank and social preference) and neurochemical assessments to examine any impacts.
- Results showed that CF exposure did not change the zebrafish's behavior or neurochemical markers, but more research is needed to understand its effects on other non-target organisms in the environment.