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  1. Article ; Online: Updated WHO Toxic Equivalency Factors (TEFs) for dioxin-like compounds: methodology, database, and commentary.

    Aylward, Lesa L

    Regulatory toxicology and pharmacology : RTP

    2024  , Page(s) 105600

    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-12
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Editorial
    ZDB-ID 604672-1
    ISSN 1096-0295 ; 0273-2300
    ISSN (online) 1096-0295
    ISSN 0273-2300
    DOI 10.1016/j.yrtph.2024.105600
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  2. Article ; Online: Corrigendum to "Biomonitoring Equivalents for Molybdenum" [Regul. Toxicol. Pharmacol. 77 (2016) 223-229].

    Hays, Sean M / Macey, Kristin / Poddalgoda, Devika / Lu, Ming / Nong, Andy / Aylward, Lesa L

    Regulatory toxicology and pharmacology : RTP

    2022  Volume 134, Page(s) 105212

    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-07-20
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Published Erratum
    ZDB-ID 604672-1
    ISSN 1096-0295 ; 0273-2300
    ISSN (online) 1096-0295
    ISSN 0273-2300
    DOI 10.1016/j.yrtph.2022.105212
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  3. Article ; Online: Editorial: 2024 - A promising start for regulatory toxicology and pharmacology.

    van den Berg, Martin / Aylward, Lesa

    Regulatory toxicology and pharmacology : RTP

    2024  , Page(s) 105601

    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-20
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Editorial
    ZDB-ID 604672-1
    ISSN 1096-0295 ; 0273-2300
    ISSN (online) 1096-0295
    ISSN 0273-2300
    DOI 10.1016/j.yrtph.2024.105601
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  4. Article ; Online: Editorial: Looking back and forward.

    van den Berg, Martin / Aylward, Lesa

    Regulatory toxicology and pharmacology : RTP

    2023  Volume 143, Page(s) 105465

    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-08-01
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Editorial
    ZDB-ID 604672-1
    ISSN 1096-0295 ; 0273-2300
    ISSN (online) 1096-0295
    ISSN 0273-2300
    DOI 10.1016/j.yrtph.2023.105465
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  5. Article ; Online: Comparison of lipid-normalised concentrations of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) between serum and adipose tissue.

    Sontag, Nis-Julius / Banks, Andrew P W / Aylward, Lesa L / O'Rourke, Nicholas A / Cavallucci, David J / Mueller, Jochen F / Drage, Daniel S

    International journal of hygiene and environmental health

    2021  Volume 236, Page(s) 113801

    Abstract: Human biomonitoring of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) is typically based on serum analysis and for comparison and modelling purposes, data are often normalised to the lipid content of the serum. Such approach assumes a steady state of the compound ... ...

    Abstract Human biomonitoring of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) is typically based on serum analysis and for comparison and modelling purposes, data are often normalised to the lipid content of the serum. Such approach assumes a steady state of the compound between the serum lipids and for example lipid-rich adipose tissue. Few published data are available to assess the validity of this assumption. The aim of this study was to measure concentrations of POPs in both serum and adipose tissue samples from 32 volunteers and compare the lipid-normalised concentrations between serum and adipose tissue. For p,p'-DDE, PCB-138, PCB-153 and PCB-180, lipid-normalised adipose tissue concentrations were positively correlated to the respective serum concentrations but generally were more highly concentrated in adipose tissue. These results suggest that the investigated legacy POPs that were consistently found in paired samples may often not be in a steady state between the lipid compartments of the human body. Consequently, the analysis of serum lipids as a surrogate for adipose tissue exposure may more often than not underestimate total body burden of POPs. Further research is warranted to confirm the findings of this study.
    MeSH term(s) Adipose Tissue ; Dichlorodiphenyl Dichloroethylene ; Environmental Pollutants ; Humans ; Lipids ; Persistent Organic Pollutants ; Polychlorinated Biphenyls
    Chemical Substances Environmental Pollutants ; Lipids ; Dichlorodiphenyl Dichloroethylene (4M7FS82U08) ; Polychlorinated Biphenyls (DFC2HB4I0K)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-07-06
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2009176-X
    ISSN 1618-131X ; 1438-4639
    ISSN (online) 1618-131X
    ISSN 1438-4639
    DOI 10.1016/j.ijheh.2021.113801
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  6. Article ; Online: Phthalate esters in face masks and associated inhalation exposure risk.

    Wang, Xianyu / Okoffo, Elvis D / Banks, Andrew Pw / Li, Yan / Thomas, Kevin V / Rauert, Cassandra / Aylward, Lesa L / Mueller, Jochen F

    Journal of hazardous materials

    2021  Volume 423, Issue Pt A, Page(s) 127001

    Abstract: This study assessed the composition of single-use face mask materials, quantified the concentration of phthalate esters in masks and evaluated associated inhalation exposure risk. All the mask samples, including 12 surgical and four N95/P1/P2 masks, were ...

    Abstract This study assessed the composition of single-use face mask materials, quantified the concentration of phthalate esters in masks and evaluated associated inhalation exposure risk. All the mask samples, including 12 surgical and four N95/P1/P2 masks, were identified to be made of polypropylene, with polyethylene terephthalate present in the N95/P1/P2 masks. Di-methyl phthalate, di-n-butyl phthalate, di-ethyl phthalate, di-isobutyl phthalate and di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate were frequently detected and their concentration summed up 55 ± 35 ~ 1700 ± 140 ng per surgical mask and 2300 ± 150 ~ 5200 ± 800 ng per N95/P1/P2 mask. Our simulation experiment suggested a mean loss of 13 - 71% of phthalate mass depending on compounds, during 5-hour wearing of these masks. This resulted in an estimated daily intake of individual compounds no higher than 20 ng/kg/day for adults and 120 ng/kg/day for toddlers, which were at least 80 times lower compared to relevant tolerable daily intake values. Two interventional trials were conducted where a volunteer wore a mask for four hours and urine samples were collected before and after the mask wearing. No obvious increase was observed for the urinary concentration of any phthalate metabolite, indicating minimal contribution to overall exposure to phthalate esters.
    MeSH term(s) Adult ; Dibutyl Phthalate ; Environmental Exposure/analysis ; Environmental Pollutants ; Esters ; Humans ; Inhalation Exposure/analysis ; Masks ; Phthalic Acids
    Chemical Substances Environmental Pollutants ; Esters ; Phthalic Acids ; Dibutyl Phthalate (2286E5R2KE) ; phthalic acid (6O7F7IX66E)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-08-21
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 1491302-1
    ISSN 1873-3336 ; 0304-3894
    ISSN (online) 1873-3336
    ISSN 0304-3894
    DOI 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2021.127001
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  7. Article: Phthalate esters in face masks and associated inhalation exposure risk

    Wang, Xianyu / Okoffo, Elvis D. / Banks, Andrew PW / Li, Yan / Thomas, Kevin V. / Rauert, Cassandra / Aylward, Lesa L. / Mueller, Jochen F.

    Journal of hazardous materials. 2022 Feb. 05, v. 423

    2022  

    Abstract: This study assessed the composition of single-use face mask materials, quantified the concentration of phthalate esters in masks and evaluated associated inhalation exposure risk. All the mask samples, including 12 surgical and four N95/P1/P2 masks, were ...

    Abstract This study assessed the composition of single-use face mask materials, quantified the concentration of phthalate esters in masks and evaluated associated inhalation exposure risk. All the mask samples, including 12 surgical and four N95/P1/P2 masks, were identified to be made of polypropylene, with polyethylene terephthalate present in the N95/P1/P2 masks. Di-methyl phthalate, di-n-butyl phthalate, di-ethyl phthalate, di-isobutyl phthalate and di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate were frequently detected and their concentration summed up 55 ± 35 ~ 1700 ± 140 ng per surgical mask and 2300 ± 150 ~ 5200 ± 800 ng per N95/P1/P2 mask. Our simulation experiment suggested a mean loss of 13 – 71% of phthalate mass depending on compounds, during 5-hour wearing of these masks. This resulted in an estimated daily intake of individual compounds no higher than 20 ng/kg/day for adults and 120 ng/kg/day for toddlers, which were at least 80 times lower compared to relevant tolerable daily intake values. Two interventional trials were conducted where a volunteer wore a mask for four hours and urine samples were collected before and after the mask wearing. No obvious increase was observed for the urinary concentration of any phthalate metabolite, indicating minimal contribution to overall exposure to phthalate esters.
    Keywords average daily intake ; dibutyl phthalate ; face ; face masks ; inhalation exposure ; metabolites ; polyethylene terephthalates ; polypropylenes ; risk ; urine
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2022-0205
    Publishing place Elsevier B.V.
    Document type Article
    ZDB-ID 1491302-1
    ISSN 1873-3336 ; 0304-3894
    ISSN (online) 1873-3336
    ISSN 0304-3894
    DOI 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2021.127001
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  8. Article: Associations between serum perfluoroalkyl acid (PFAA) concentrations and health related biomarkers in firefighters

    Nilsson, Sandra / Smurthwaite, Kayla / Aylward, Lesa L. / Kay, Margaret / Toms, Leisa-Maree / King, Leisa / Marrington, Shelby / Kirk, Martyn D. / Mueller, Jochen F. / Bräunig, Jennifer

    Environmental research. 2022 Sept. 15,

    2022  

    Abstract: ... cholesterol (β:0.111, 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.026, 0.195 mmol/L) and LDL-cholesterol (β: 0.104, CI:0 ... 03, 0.178 mmol/L) Doubling in PFOA concentration, despite not being elevated in the study population ... 016 mmol/L) and thyroid function marker TSH (e.g., β: 0.087, CI: 0.014, 0.161 mIU/L). PFAAs were not ...

    Abstract Firefighters who used aqueous film forming foam in the past have experienced elevated exposures to perfluoroalkyl acids (PFAAs). The objective of this study was to examine the associations between clinical chemistry endpoints and serum concentrations of perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), perfluorohexane sulfonate (PFHxS), perfluoroheptane sulfonate (PFHpS) and perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) in firefighters. Multiple linear regression was used to assess relationships between PFAAs serum concentrations and biochemical markers for cardiovascular disease, kidney-, liver- and thyroid function, in a cross-sectional survey of 783 firefighters with elevated levels of PFHxS, PFHpS and PFOS in relation to the most recently reported levels in the general Australian population. Linear logistic regression was used to assess the odds ratios for selected self-reported health outcomes. Repeated measures linear mixed models were used to assess relationships between PFAAs and biomarkers for cardiovascular disease and kidney function longitudinally in a subset of the firefighters (n = 130) where serum measurements were available from two timepoints, five years apart. In the cross-sectional analysis, higher levels of all PFAAs were significantly associated with higher levels of biomarkers for cardiovascular disease (total-cholesterol, and LDL-cholesterol). For example, doubling in PFOS serum concentration were associated with increases in total cholesterol (β:0.111, 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.026, 0.195 mmol/L) and LDL-cholesterol (β: 0.104, CI:0.03, 0.178 mmol/L) Doubling in PFOA concentration, despite not being elevated in the study population, were additionally positively associated with kidney function marker urate (e.g., β: 0.010, CI; 0.004, 0.016 mmol/L) and thyroid function marker TSH (e.g., β: 0.087, CI: 0.014, 0.161 mIU/L). PFAAs were not associated with any assessed self-reported health conditions. No significant relationships were observed in the longitudinal analysis. Findings support previous studies, particularly on the association between PFAAs and serum lipids.
    Keywords biomarkers ; blood serum ; cardiovascular diseases ; chemistry ; confidence interval ; cross-sectional studies ; foams ; longitudinal studies ; low density lipoprotein cholesterol ; perfluorohexane sulfonic acid ; perfluorooctane sulfonic acid ; perfluorooctanoic acid ; regression analysis ; renal function ; research ; sulfonates ; thyroid function
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2022-0915
    Publishing place Elsevier Inc.
    Document type Article
    Note Pre-press version
    ZDB-ID 205699-9
    ISSN 1096-0953 ; 0013-9351
    ISSN (online) 1096-0953
    ISSN 0013-9351
    DOI 10.1016/j.envres.2022.114370
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  9. Article ; Online: Biomonitoring of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) exposure in firefighters: Study design and lessons learned from stakeholder and participant engagement.

    Nilsson, Sandra / Smurthwaite, Kayla / Aylward, Lesa L / Kay, Margaret / Toms, Leisa-Maree / King, Leisa / Marrington, Shelby / Hobson, Peter / Barnes, Craig / Rotander, Anna / Kirk, Martyn D / Mueller, Jochen F / Braeunig, Jennifer

    International journal of hygiene and environmental health

    2022  Volume 242, Page(s) 113966

    Abstract: Firefighters may be occupationally exposed to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) through Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF), smoke, dust and turnout gear, in addition to other background exposure sources. Epidemiological assessment of PFAS ... ...

    Abstract Firefighters may be occupationally exposed to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) through Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF), smoke, dust and turnout gear, in addition to other background exposure sources. Epidemiological assessment of PFAS exposure in an occupational cohort of firefighting staff commenced in 2013-2014, following cessation of PFAS-based AFFF in Australian aviation. Here we present the study design and methodology of a follow-up study conducted in 2018-2019. We focus on our experiences engaging with stakeholders and participants with the establishment of an inclusive study group and highlight the key lessons learned from implementing a co-design process in the study. The study included a cross-sectional assessment of blood serum concentrations of 40 PFASs, including perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) and perfluorohexane sulfonate (PFHxS), and 14 health-related biomarkers in 799 current and former Aviation Rescue Firefighting Services employees. A large proportion (87%) of the participants from the preliminary exposure study in 2013-2014 were re-recruited in the follow-up study. This enabled further longitudinal analyses in this subset of 130 participants. Participants included employees from different work roles and timeframes, reflecting the periods when three different firefighting foams were utilised in Australia. Establishment of a collaborative and inclusive study group (including stakeholders and participants) contributed to several components of the study design, including the expansion of robust analytical quality assurance and control measurements, and tailoring of communication and dissemination strategies. These outcomes were key factors that improved transparency of the research design, methods and results. Additionally, implementing elements of co-design helped build trust between researchers and participants, which is an important consideration for studies funded by stakeholders related to the exposure source.
    MeSH term(s) Alkanesulfonic Acids ; Australia ; Biological Monitoring ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Firefighters ; Fluorocarbons ; Follow-Up Studies ; Humans ; Research Design ; Water
    Chemical Substances Alkanesulfonic Acids ; Fluorocarbons ; Water (059QF0KO0R)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-04-07
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2009176-X
    ISSN 1618-131X ; 1438-4639
    ISSN (online) 1618-131X
    ISSN 1438-4639
    DOI 10.1016/j.ijheh.2022.113966
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  10. Article ; Online: Associations between serum perfluoroalkyl acid (PFAA) concentrations and health related biomarkers in firefighters.

    Nilsson, Sandra / Smurthwaite, Kayla / Aylward, Lesa L / Kay, Margaret / Toms, Leisa-Maree / King, Leisa / Marrington, Shelby / Kirk, Martyn D / Mueller, Jochen F / Bräunig, Jennifer

    Environmental research

    2022  Volume 215, Issue Pt 3, Page(s) 114370

    Abstract: ... cholesterol (β:0.111, 95% confidence interval (95%CI): 0.026, 0.195 mmol/L) and LDL-cholesterol (β: 0.104, 95 ... CI:0.03, 0.178 mmol/L). Doubling in PFOA concentration, despite not being elevated in the study ... 0.004, 0.016 mmol/L) and thyroid function marker TSH (e.g., β: 0.087, 95%CI: 0.014, 0.161 mIU/L ...

    Abstract Objectives: Firefighters who used aqueous film forming foam in the past have experienced elevated exposures to perfluoroalkyl acids (PFAAs). The objective of this study was to examine the associations between clinical chemistry endpoints and serum concentrations of perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), perfluorohexane sulfonate (PFHxS), perfluoroheptane sulfonate (PFHpS) and perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) in firefighters. Multiple linear regression was used to assess relationships between PFAA serum concentrations and biochemical markers for cardiovascular disease, kidney-, liver- and thyroid function, in a cross-sectional survey of 783 firefighters with elevated levels of PFHxS, PFHpS and PFOS in relation to the most recently reported levels in the general Australian population. Linear logistic regression was used to assess the odds ratios for selected self-reported health outcomes. Repeated measures linear mixed models were further used to assess relationships between PFAAs and biomarkers for cardiovascular disease and kidney function longitudinally in a subset of the firefighters (n = 130) where serum measurements were available from two timepoints, five years apart. In the cross-sectional analysis, higher levels of all PFAAs were significantly associated with higher levels of biomarkers for cardiovascular disease (total-cholesterol, and LDL-cholesterol). For example, doubling in PFOS serum concentration were associated with increases in total cholesterol (β:0.111, 95% confidence interval (95%CI): 0.026, 0.195 mmol/L) and LDL-cholesterol (β: 0.104, 95%CI:0.03, 0.178 mmol/L). Doubling in PFOA concentration, despite not being elevated in the study population, were additionally positively associated with kidney function marker urate (e.g., β: 0.010, 95%CI; 0.004, 0.016 mmol/L) and thyroid function marker TSH (e.g., β: 0.087, 95%CI: 0.014, 0.161 mIU/L). PFAAs were not associated with any assessed self-reported health conditions. No significant relationships were observed in the longitudinal analysis. Findings support previous studies, particularly on the association between PFAAs and serum lipids.
    MeSH term(s) Alkanesulfonates ; Alkanesulfonic Acids ; Australia ; Biomarkers ; Caprylates ; Cardiovascular Diseases ; Cholesterol ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Environmental Pollutants ; Firefighters ; Fluorocarbons ; Humans ; Thyrotropin ; Uric Acid
    Chemical Substances Alkanesulfonates ; Alkanesulfonic Acids ; Biomarkers ; Caprylates ; Environmental Pollutants ; Fluorocarbons ; Uric Acid (268B43MJ25) ; Thyrotropin (9002-71-5) ; perfluorooctanoic acid (947VD76D3L) ; Cholesterol (97C5T2UQ7J) ; perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (9H2MAI21CL) ; perflexane (FX3WJ41CMX)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-09-26
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 205699-9
    ISSN 1096-0953 ; 0013-9351
    ISSN (online) 1096-0953
    ISSN 0013-9351
    DOI 10.1016/j.envres.2022.114370
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