Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental brain disorder
characterized by two core behavioral symptoms, namely impairments in social …

Metals are ubiquitous in nature, being found in all environmental compartments, and have a
variety of applications in human activities. Metals are transferred by maternal blood to the …

Mercury (Hg) is a global pollutant that affects human and ecosystem health. We synthesize
understanding of sources, atmosphere-land-ocean Hg dynamics and health effects, and …

EFSA was asked by the European Commission to consider new developments regarding
inorganic mercury and methylmercury toxicity and evaluate whether the Joint FAO/WHO …

Background A nutrient-rich maternal diet before and during pregnancy is associated with
improved fetal health, more appropriate birth weight, and increased rates of maternal and …

Abundant data are now available to evaluate relationships between seafood consumption in
pregnancy and childhood and neurocognitive development. We conducted two systematic …

Abstract Selenium (Se)-dependent enzymes (selenoenzymes) protect brain tissues against
oxidative damage and perform other vital functions, but their synthesis requires a steady …

Abstract Background Methylmercury (CH 3 Hg+) toxicity is characterized by challenging
conundrums: 1)“selenium (Se)-protective” effects, 2) undefined biochemical mechanism/s of …

Given the comprehensive examination of the role of fatty acid-rich diets in central nervous
system development in children, this study bridges significant gaps in the understanding of …

Background: Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), methylmercury (MeHg), and lead (Pb) are
environmental contaminants known for their adverse effects on cognitive development …