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Today's Topics:

  1. New publication: Assessment of PFAS and physiological
     biomarkers in bottlenose dolphins and killer whales
     (Leila Soledade Lemos)
  2. Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute North Atlantic
     Right Whale Aerial Observer Job Announcement (Melanie White)


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Date: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 14:49:34 +0000
From: Leila Soledade Lemos <leslemos@hotmail.com>
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Subject: [MARMAM] New publication: Assessment of PFAS and
   physiological biomarkers in bottlenose dolphins and killer whales
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Hello MARMAMers,

My co-authors and I are excited to share our new publication at Chemosphere:

Lemos LS, Silva EM, Steinman KJ, Robeck TR, Quinete NS. 2024. Assessment of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances and physiological biomarkers in aquarium-based bottlenose dolphins and killer whales. Chemosphere 364: 143038. DOI: doi.org/10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.143038.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0045653524019337

Abstract: Environmental concerns about per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are considerably increasing due to their extensive use in commercial and consumer products. PFAS bioaccumulate and biomagnify throughout the food chain, and their toxicity and potential adverse health effects can potentially represent a threat to living organisms. In this study, we described PFAS profiles in the serum of two species of zoo-based bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus, n = 14 individuals) and killer whales (Orcinus orca, n = 14 individuals) from three locations (California, Florida, and Texas, USA), from 1994 to 2020. Potential physiological effects of PFAS were also explored by measuring different biomarkers (cortisol, corticosterone, aldosterone, TBARS, and hydrogen peroxide) while accounting for individual age, sex, and reproductive stage. All PFAS were detected in at least one of the individuals, considering both species. ?PFAS reached 496 ng mL?1 in bottlenose dolphins and!
 230 ng mL?1 in killer whales. In both species, the PFAS with higher mean concentrations were PFOS (108.0?183.0 ng ml?1) and PFNA (14.40?85.50 ng ml?1), which are long-chain compounds. Newborn individuals of both species were also exposed to PFAS, indicating transference via placenta and lactation. Linear mixed model analyses indicated significant correlations between aldosterone, month, year, location, and status; and between hydrogen peroxide, month, year, age, status, ?PFAS, and ? short-chain PFAS in killer whales suggesting seasonal variations related to the animal's physiological state (e.g., reproductive cycles, stress responses, weaning events) and increased reactive oxygen species formation due to PFAS exposure. Given our results, other contaminant classes should be investigated in cetaceans as they might have additive and synergistic detrimental effects on these individuals. This study lays the foundation to guide future researchers and highlights the importance of!
 such assessments for animal welfare, and species conservation. Our results may inform management decisions regarding regulations of contaminant thresholds in delphinids.

Cheers,


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Leila S. Lemos, Ph.D.
Institute of Environment
Florida International University | MMC
11200 SW 8th St, VH 310 & 321
Miami, FL 33199
(971) 3409610?

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Leila_Lemos
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leila-soledade-lemos-94972415/
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Subject: [MARMAM] Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute North
   Atlantic Right Whale Aerial Observer Job Announcement
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Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute North Atlantic Right Whale Aerial Observer Job Announcement

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute (CMARI), a non-profit research and conservation organization, is seeking temporary seasonal right whale aerial observers ranging from November 2024 through April 2025. These positions are in anticipation of research activities to be conducted in the southeastern United States, contingent upon funding. Applicants must be able to work for the entirety of the project. Aerial survey flights will occur up to five days per week. These positions will be required to complete an aviation and marine safety/survival training course. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required. Group housing is provided.

For more information and to apply: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=151474&clientkey=ACEBE78A76290C9FE9C1DC934A5E82A6

Please upload your cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information of three professional references during your application submission by August 30, 2024.

Thank you,
Melanie White

Melanie White
North Atlantic Right Whale Conservation Project Manager
Research Biologist
(she/her)
Mobile 518.339.1202
mwhite@cmaquarium.org
www.CMAResearchInstitue.org
249 Windward Passage | Clearwater, Florida 33767



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