@article {pmid39267332,
year = {2024},
author = {Fernández Salgueiro, M and Cernuda Martínez, JA and Gan, RK and Arcos González, P},
title = {Climate change and antibiotic resistance: A scoping review.},
journal = {Environmental microbiology reports},
volume = {16},
number = {5},
pages = {e70008},
doi = {10.1111/1758-2229.70008},
pmid = {39267332},
issn = {1758-2229},
mesh = {*Climate Change ; *Anti-Bacterial Agents/pharmacology ; Ecosystem ; Drug Resistance, Microbial/genetics ; Humans ; Bacteria/drug effects/genetics/classification/isolation & purification ; Drug Resistance, Bacterial ; Temperature ; },
abstract = {This scoping review aimed to investigate the potential association between climate change and the rise of antibiotic resistance while also exploring the elements of climate change that may be involved. A scoping review was performed following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews, comprehensively searching scientific literature up to 31 January 2024. Multiple databases were utilized, including MEDLINE, Web of Science and SCOPUS. Various search strategies were employed, and selection criteria were established to include articles relevant to antibiotic resistance and climate change. The review included 30 selected articles published predominantly after 2019. Findings from these studies collectively suggest that rising temperatures associated with climate change can contribute to the proliferation of antibiotic resistance, affecting diverse ecosystems. This phenomenon is observed in soil, glaciers, rivers and clinical settings. Rising temperatures are associated with a rise in the prevalence of antibiotic resistance across various environments, raising concerns for global health. However, these studies provide valuable insights but do not establish a definitive causal link between environmental temperature and antibiotic resistance. The selective pressure exerted by antibiotics and their residues in ecosystems further complicates the issue.},
}

*Climate Change
*Anti-Bacterial Agents/pharmacology
Ecosystem
Drug Resistance, Microbial/genetics
Humans
Bacteria/drug effects/genetics/classification/isolation & purification
Drug Resistance, Bacterial
Temperature

@article {pmid39268056,
year = {2024},
author = {Gerber, Z and Anaki, D},
title = {The impact of death priming on climate change denial: a preliminary investigation.},
journal = {F1000Research},
volume = {13},
number = {},
pages = {737},
pmid = {39268056},
issn = {2046-1402},
mesh = {*Climate Change ; Humans ; *Denial, Psychological ; Male ; Female ; Adult ; Attitude to Death ; Young Adult ; Adaptation, Psychological ; },
abstract = {BACKGROUND: Climate change denial (CCD) has been found to be more pronounced among individuals with a conservative political orientation. Terror Management Theory posits that an individual's worldview serves as a primary defense mechanism in coping with existential threats, such as the reality of climate change. Drawing on these premises, we conducted preliminary research investigating the impact of death priming on CCD from the Terror management theory perspective.

METHODS AND RESULTS: We administered a death priming task and measured CCD in its immediate wake or following a delay task. We confirmed among 219 Amazon's MTurk participants that immediately following death priming, CCD was reduced among all participants. In the delayed death priming condition, we acquired preliminary evidence that CCD was heightened among Republican participants.

CONCLUSIONS: These findings demonstrate the relevance of death priming to CCD tendencies and potentially spawn future research regarding CCD as a particular form of coping with existential threats.},
}

*Climate Change
Humans
*Denial, Psychological
Male
Female
Adult
Attitude to Death
Young Adult
Adaptation, Psychological

@article {pmid39267692,
year = {2024},
author = {Bush, SE and Waller, MM and Davis, KM and Clayton, SF and Clayton, DH},
title = {Birds in arid regions have depauperate louse communities: Climate change implications?.},
journal = {Ecology and evolution},
volume = {14},
number = {9},
pages = {e70280},
pmid = {39267692},
issn = {2045-7758},
abstract = {Environmental factors such as temperature and humidity influence the distribution of free-living organisms. As climates change, the distributions of these organisms change along with their associated parasites, mutualists and commensals. Less studied, however, is the possibility that environmental conditions may directly influence the distribution of these symbionts even if the hosts are able to persist in altered environments. Here, we investigate the diversity of parasitic lice (Insecta: Phthiraptera) on birds in arid Utah compared to the humid Bahamas. We quantified the parasite loads of 500 birds. We found that the prevalence, abundance and richness of lice was considerably lower among birds in Utah, compared to the Bahamas, despite sampling greater host taxonomic richness in Utah. Our data suggest that as climates change, birds in arid regions will have less diverse louse communities over time, potentially relieving birds of some of the cost of controlling these ectoparasites. Conversely, birds in more humid regions will see an increase in louse diversity, which may require them to invest more time and energy in anti-parasite defense. Additional research with other ectoparasites of birds and mammals across different environmental conditions is needed to more fully understand how climate change may reshape parasite communities, and how these changes could influence their hosts.},
}

@article {pmid39265690,
year = {2024},
author = {Wu, Z and Wang, W and Zhu, W and Zhang, P and Chang, R and Wang, G},
title = {Shrub ecosystem structure in response to anthropogenic climate change: A global synthesis.},
journal = {The Science of the total environment},
volume = {953},
number = {},
pages = {176202},
doi = {10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.176202},
pmid = {39265690},
issn = {1879-1026},
abstract = {Anthropogenic warming is predicted to alter ecological boundaries in energy-limited shrub ecosystems. Yet we still lack a sound understanding of the structural changes that shrub ecosystems are undergoing on a global scale and the factors driving them. To that end, here we collected studies of shrub dynamics from 227 sites worldwide to conduct a quantitative review, including the rate of advancing shrubline (their upslope shift), the rates of shrub cover and recruitment changes. Our results revealed that shrub expanded (e.g. shrubline shifts, shrub cover and recruitment increase) at the vast majority of sites (84 %); in contrast, they remained stable in 10 % of sites and descended at just 6 % of them. The mean global shift rate of shrubline was 1.22 m/year, being significantly faster in subarctic (> 60°N) than temperate (< 60°N) regions, and likewise more quickly in wet (total annual precipitation >400 mm) than dry (total annual precipitation <400 mm) areas; the annual change rates of shrub cover and recruitment increased by 0.89 % and 2.02 %. Shrubs communities have expanded rapidly in response to ongoing climate warming. The combination of autumn precipitation and winter temperature largely contributed to the general shift rates of shrubline, while the shrub cover and recruitment were mainly affected by summer temperature and precipitation in both spring and autumn. Furthermore, the site-specific pace of their expansion probably depends on a combination of local climatic and non-climatic drivers (such as fine-scale environmental conditions, disturbance, their interactions, and dispersal limitation). The increase of shrub distribution may alter the function and albedo of the ecosystems at high-latitude and -elevation regions, resulting in the feedback on climate.},
}

@article {pmid39265675,
year = {2024},
author = {Twumasi-Ankrah, MJ and Zhan, J and Asamoah, EF},
title = {Mapping ecoregional vulnerability to climate change for Africa.},
journal = {The Science of the total environment},
volume = {953},
number = {},
pages = {176219},
doi = {10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.176219},
pmid = {39265675},
issn = {1879-1026},
abstract = {African ecosystems are expected to be significantly affected by climate change, making it crucial to understand these changes for effective management. We provide a framework and application to assess ecoregional vulnerability to climate change, considering environmental exposure, sensitivity, and adaptive capacity. We assessed environmental exposure using projections for consecutive dry days, precipitation, and temperature changes. Sensitivity was determined based on forest fragmentation and grassland degradation. Adaptive capacity was represented by protected areas network and biodiversity intactness. These factors were combined to create overall vulnerability index and specific categories to guide management decisions. Under the SSP5 8.5 scenario, 16 % of ecoregions will be highly impacted by 2050, with vulnerable areas emerging in Montane forest-grassland and flooded savanna. Impacted ecoregions are disproportionately biodiverse. By intersecting the likely climate impacts and adaptive capacity, we highlight where conservation actions are needed to enhance the resilience of ecoregions to climate change.},
}

@article {pmid39264835,
year = {2024},
author = {Diehl, N and Laeseke, P and Bartsch, I and Bligh, M and Buck-Wiese, H and Hehemann, JH and Niedzwiedz, S and Plag, N and Karsten, U and Shan, T and Bischof, K},
title = {Photoperiod and temperature interactions drive the latitudinal distribution of Laminaria hyperborea (Laminariales, Phaeophyceae) under climate change.},
journal = {Journal of phycology},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1111/jpy.13497},
pmid = {39264835},
issn = {1529-8817},
support = {869154//This study was conducted in the frame of the project FACE-IT (The Future of Arctic Coastal Ecosystems - Identifying Transitions in Fjord Systems and Adjacent Coastal Areas). FACE-IT has received funding from the European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement/ ; GR5088/2-1//Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft/ ; },
abstract = {Due to global rises in temperature, recent studies predict marine species shifting toward higher latitudes. We investigated the impact of interacting abiotic drivers on the distribution potential of the temperate kelp Laminaria hyperborea. The ecosystem engineering species is widespread along European coasts but has not yet been observed in the High Arctic, although it can survive several months of low temperatures and darkness. To investigate its ability to extend northward in future, we conducted a long-term multifactorial experiment with sporophytes from Porsangerfjorden, Norway-close to the species' documented northernmost distribution margin. The samples were exposed to three different photoperiods (PolarDay, LongDay, and PolarNight) at 0°C, 5°C, and 10°C for 3 months. Optimum quantum yield of photosynthesis (Fv/Fm), dry weight, pigments, phlorotannins, and storage carbohydrates were monitored. Both physiological and biochemical parameters revealed that L. hyperborea was strongly influenced by the different photoperiods and their interaction with temperature, while temperature alone exerted only minor effects. The Fv/Fm data were integrated into a species distribution model to project a possible northward expansion of L. hyperborea. The combination of extended day lengths and low temperatures appeared to be the limiting reason for northward spread of L. hyperborea until recently. However, with water temperatures reaching 10°C in summer, this kelp will be able to thrive also in the High Arctic. Moreover, no evidence of stress to Arctic winter warming was observed. Consequently, L. hyperborea has a high potential for spreading northward with further warming which may significantly affect the structure and function of Arctic ecosystems.},
}

@article {pmid39263066,
year = {2024},
author = {Marais-Potgieter, A and Thatcher, A and Siemers, I},
title = {Modelling associations between mortality salience, environmental concerns, and climate change risk perception in the context of the pandemic.},
journal = {Heliyon},
volume = {10},
number = {17},
pages = {e36722},
pmid = {39263066},
issn = {2405-8440},
abstract = {The pandemic and climate change are mortality salience triggers. Environmental issues, attitudes, and climate change risk perceptions were hypothesised to impact how individuals perceived the threat of COVID-19 and climate change during the pandemic. The study explored: 1.) the associations between seeing a link between COVID-19 and climate change and environmental concerns; 2.) the associations between mortality salience and environmental concerns; 3.) the associations between feeling less worried during the pandemic and environmental concerns; and 4.) what these associations tell us about the relationship between mortality salience, the perceived link between COVID-19 and climate change, and feeling less worried during the pandemic. A sample of 665 respondents was achieved from an online survey in 2021. The results of the multiple regression analysis and structural equation modelling showed that environmental issues, attitudes and perceptions, time spent in nature, and climate change risk perception played a role in the extent to which individuals perceived COVID-19 as an indicator of climate change threats, whether mortality salience was made conscious, and whether there was distancing of concern about climate change and social issues during the pandemic. The study makes an important contribution to understanding psychological processes that are activated during disasters that trigger mortality salience, and how this is impacted by the human-nature nexus, and climate change risk perception.},
}

@article {pmid39262673,
year = {2024},
author = {Wagatsuma, K},
title = {Climate change and expansion of vector-borne diseases in Japan: A public health challenge.},
journal = {New microbes and new infections},
volume = {62},
number = {},
pages = {101462},
pmid = {39262673},
issn = {2052-2975},
}

@article {pmid39261713,
year = {2024},
author = {Xi, Y and Zhang, W and Wei, F and Fang, Z and Fensholt, R},
title = {Boreal tree species diversity increases with global warming but is reversed by extremes.},
journal = {Nature plants},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
pmid = {39261713},
issn = {2055-0278},
abstract = {Tree species diversity is essential to sustaining stable forest ecosystem functioning. However, it remains unclear how boreal tree species diversity has changed in response to climate change and how it is associated with productivity and the temporal stability of boreal forest ecosystems. By combining 5,312 field observations and 55,560 Landsat images, here we develop a framework to estimate boreal tree species diversity (represented by the Shannon diversity index, H') for the years 2000, 2010 and 2020. We document an average increase in H' by 12% from 2000 to 2020 across the boreal forests. This increase accounts for 53% of all boreal forest areas and mainly occurs in the eastern forest-boreal transition region, the Okhotsk-Manchurian taiga and the Scandinavian-Russian taiga. Tree species diversity responds positively to increasing temperatures, but the relationship is weakened for higher temperature changes, and in areas of extreme warming (>0.065 °C yr[-1]), a negative impact on tree species diversity is found. We further show that the observed spatiotemporal increase in diversity is significantly associated with increased productivity and temporal stability of boreal forest biomass. Our results highlight climate-warming-driven increases in boreal tree species diversity that positively affect boreal ecosystem functioning but are countered in areas of extreme warming.},
}

@article {pmid39261484,
year = {2024},
author = {Zhao, Y and Zhang, L and Wang, C},
title = {Predicting possible distribution of rice leaf roller (Cnaphalocrocis medinalis) under climate change scenarios using MaxEnt model in China.},
journal = {Scientific reports},
volume = {14},
number = {1},
pages = {21245},
pmid = {39261484},
issn = {2045-2322},
support = {2022YFD1400400//National Key R & D Program of China/ ; 2022YFD1400400//National Key R & D Program of China/ ; 2022YFD1400400//National Key R & D Program of China/ ; },
mesh = {*Climate Change ; China ; *Oryza/parasitology ; Animals ; Moths/physiology ; Models, Theoretical ; Agriculture ; },
abstract = {The relationship between climate conditions and pest life is a key determinant of their distribution. Cnaphalocrocis medinalis Guenee, a major rice pest, exhibits outbreaks and its distribution patterns closely linked to meteorological factors. By using 244 actual distribution and occurrence data of C. medinalis along with 8 bioclimatic data, and employing the MaxEnt model and ArcGIS, combined with the latest SSPs climate scenario data, this study evaluated the risk region distribution status in the current period and predicted changes in China from 2040 to 2100. The results indicate that an overall increase in the risk area for C. medinalis, particularly under SSP245 scenario during 2040-2060. While Low-risk areas are expected to decrease, Medium and High-risk areas are projected to increase significantly, with worsening pest infestations anticipated in southern Hubei, eastern Hunan, most of Jiangxi, central Fujian, northern Guangdong, and southern Jiangsu. Regions such as central Liaoning are expected to reach the minimum survival standard for C. medinalis in future, leading to the northward shift in risk areas. Difference plots highlighted areas of increased and decreased suitability, providing actionable insights for policymakers. Regions with increased suitability align with the predicted northward shift of many agricultural pests, necessitating enhanced monitoring, specific pest control measures, and updated agricultural policies to address changing risk profiles. Additionally, the centroid analysis showed a northwest shift direction in future, primarily located at the junction of Shaoyang City and Loudi City, situated around 27-28 °N degrees north latitude and 111-113 °E. The study underscores the significant impact of climate change on the distribution of rice leaf roller, providing valuable insights for agricultural planning and management. The northward and westward expansion of risk areas necessitates adaptive strategies to mitigate potential impacts on agriculture. Enhanced monitoring, integrated pest management, and the development of pest-resistant crops are essential for addressing future challenges posed by climate change.},
}

*Climate Change
China
*Oryza/parasitology
Animals
Moths/physiology
Models, Theoretical
Agriculture

@article {pmid39263045,
year = {2022},
author = {Abdullahi, B and Mutiso, J and Maloba, F and Macharia, J and Riongoita, M and Gicheru, M},
title = {Climate Change and Environmental Influence on Prevalence of Visceral Leishmaniasis in West Pokot County, Kenya.},
journal = {Journal of tropical medicine},
volume = {2022},
number = {},
pages = {1441576},
pmid = {39263045},
issn = {1687-9686},
abstract = {Kala-azar is a parasitic disease caused by Leishmania species transmitted by sand fly. In Kenya, kala-azar is endemic in thirty subcounties spread over in eleven counties in the arid zones. Climate change-influenced seasonal weather variability and environmental alterations remain important determinants of many vector-borne diseases. The present study focused on climate change and environmental influence on kala-azar in West Pokot. A descriptive cross-sectional and retrospective research design was adapted. Study area was purposively selected. Locations were randomly selected, and households were systematically selected. Three hundred sixty-three household questionnaires, eleven key informant interviews, and five focus group discussions were undertaken. Secondary data were obtained from Kacheliba subcounty hospital records. Statistical Package for the Social Sciences version 24 was used to analyze quantitative data while qualitative data were analyzed to establish connection for interpretation. Kala-azar cases have been on the rise on aggregate and surge towards the end of dry season and just after the rains. Significant environmental factors included the presence of seasonal rain water pathways and rock piles around houses (AOR = 4.7; 95% CI = (2.3-9.6), p < 0.05), presence of acacia trees in and around homesteads (AOR = 8.5; 95% CI = (2.5-28.6), p < 0.05), presence of anthills around the homesteads (AOR = 5.2; 95% CI = (1.2-23.4), p < 0.05), and presence of animal shed within compound (AOR = 2.8; 95% CI = (0.96-8), p < 0.05). Climate change-induced seasonal weather variability, increased temperature and reduced precipitation as well as environmental alterations influence kala-azar occurrence in West Pokot. Community sensitization on disease prevalence, clearing of vector predilection sites, and improving community environmental risk perception are imperative to promote prevention.},
}

@article {pmid39258208,
year = {2024},
author = {AlZaabi, A and Younus, HA and Al-Reasi, HA and Al-Hajri, R},
title = {Could environmental exposure and climate change Be a key factor in the rising incidence of early onset colorectal cancer?.},
journal = {Heliyon},
volume = {10},
number = {16},
pages = {e35935},
pmid = {39258208},
issn = {2405-8440},
abstract = {The emergence of early onset colorectal cancer (EOCRC) is believed to result from the complex interplay between external environmental factors and internal molecular processes. This review investigates the potential association between environmental exposure to chemicals and climate change and the increased incidence of EOCRC, focusing on their effects on gut microbiota (GM) dynamics. The manuscript explores the birth cohort effect, suggesting that individuals born after 1950 may be at higher risk of developing EOCRC due to cumulative environmental exposures. Furthermore, we also reviewed the impact of environmental pollution, including particulate matter and endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs), as well as global warming, on GM disturbance. Environmental exposures have the potential to disrupt GM composition and diversity, leading to dysbiosis, chronic inflammation, and oxidative stress, which are known risk factors associated with EOCRC. Particulate matter can enter the gastrointestinal tract, modifying GM composition and promoting the proliferation of pathogenic bacteria while diminishing beneficial bacteria. Similarly, EDCs, can induce GM alterations and inflammation, further increasing the risk of EOCRC. Additionally, global warming can influence GM through shifts in gut environmental conditions, affecting the host's immune response and potentially increasing EOCRC risk. To summarize, environmental exposure to chemicals and climate change since 1950 has been implicated as contributing factors to the rising incidence of EOCRC. Disruptions in gut microbiota homeostasis play a crucial role in mediating these associations. Consequently, there is a pressing need for enhanced environmental policies aimed at minimizing exposure to pollutants, safeguarding public health, and mitigating the burden of EOCRC.},
}

@article {pmid39257840,
year = {2024},
author = {Bakhiyi, B and Irace-Cima, A and Ludwig, A and Rakotoarinia, MR and Therrien, C and Dusfour, I and Adam-Poupart, A},
title = {Public health contributions of entomological surveillance of West Nile virus (WNV) and other mosquito-borne arboviruses in a context of climate change.},
journal = {Canada communicable disease report = Releve des maladies transmissibles au Canada},
volume = {50},
number = {9},
pages = {294-304},
pmid = {39257840},
issn = {1188-4169},
abstract = {BACKGROUND: Climate change is likely to increase the risk of human transmission of arboviruses endemic to Canada, including West Nile virus (WNV), Eastern equine encephalitis virus (EEEV) and California serogroup virus (CSV), calling for enhanced surveillance, including entomological surveillance targeting mosquito vectors. A scoping review was carried out to document the public health contributions of entomological surveillance of arboviruses of importance in Canada.

METHODS: The Ovid® and EBSCO platforms and the grey literature were searched to identify documents published between 2009 and 2023, in English or French, dealing with entomological surveillance of arboviruses of interest, conducted annually for human health purposes under the aegis of a government authority, with specified public health objectives and actions.

RESULTS: The 42 selected publications mainly reported two public health objectives of adult mosquito surveillance: early warning of viral circulation and assessment of the level of risk of human transmission. Recommended actions included clinical preparedness, risk communication, promotion of personal protection measures and vector control. The main objectives of immature mosquito surveillance were to identify sites with high larval densities, in order to reduce/eliminate them and target the application of larvicides.

CONCLUSION: In a context of climate change favouring the spread of arboviruses, this study highlights the potential public health contributions of regular entomological surveillance of endemic arboviruses of importance in Canada. It helps support concrete actions to protect the health of the population from the risks of arboviral transmission.},
}

@article {pmid39257608,
year = {2024},
author = {Kashyap, S and Reddy, BHR and Devi, S and Kurpad, AV},
title = {Potential impact of climate change on dietary grain protein content and its bioavailability-a mini review.},
journal = {Frontiers in nutrition},
volume = {11},
number = {},
pages = {1397219},
pmid = {39257608},
issn = {2296-861X},
abstract = {The changing global climate brings a gradual yet constant and adverse shift in crop production. Grain crop plants, particularly cereals and legumes, respond varyingly to adverse climate, including reduction in grain yield and changes to their nutrient densities. An understanding of specific changes to crop systems under differing climatic conditions can help in planning diets to meet human nutrient sufficiency. Grain protein content is also affected by adverse environmental factors. Deficits in protein yield, linked to changes in grain or seed protein and antinutrient concentrations, have been reported in major food crops when exposed to elevated carbon dioxide, high temperature, drought, and humidity. These changes, in addition to affecting the quantity of indispensable or essential amino acids (IAA), also impact their bioavailability. Therefore, it is important to assess consequences of climate change on grain protein quality. An important tool to measure grain protein quality, is measuring its digestibility at the level of the ileum and its IAA concentration, linked to a metric called the Digestible IAA Score (DIAAS). A minimally invasive technique called the dual isotope tracer technique, which measures IAA digestibility after simultaneous administration of two different intrinsically labelled protein sources, one a test protein ([2]H/[15]N) and one a reference protein ([13]C) of predetermined digestibility, has been used in evaluation of grain protein IAA digestibility, and promises more in the evaluation of changes based on climate. This review discusses climate induced changes to grain protein quality through the prism of IAA digestibility, using the dual isotope tracer technique.},
}

@article {pmid39256338,
year = {2024},
author = {Al-Ghamdi, MA and Helmi, N and Moselhy, SS},
title = {Cross-sectional study of the association of respiratory diseases health risk with environmental pollutants and climate change in Saudi Arabia.},
journal = {Environmental science and pollution research international},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
pmid = {39256338},
issn = {1614-7499},
abstract = {Saudi Arabia is known for its dry climate. This arid climate of the region makes its ecosystems highly susceptible, with limited water resources and vulnerable agricultural fields. Therefore, it is crucial to comprehend the public's awareness and perceptions of environmental issues and climate change that have an impact on their health and immune system. This study employed a cross-sectional survey to examine the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) and related health impact of environmental pollutants and climate change in Saudi Arabia. The participants were chosen randomly from various regions across the kingdom. In this study, a total of 437 respondents were selected using convenience sampling (80.78% female and 19.22% male). Participants have fair knowledge on immunological and health effect of environmental pollution and climate change (94.3% and 87.5%, respectively). Participants are well aware of influence of environmental pollutants and climate change on spread of infectious diseases 51-94%. Significant correlation exists between participants of private sector in attitude domain of KAP (P = 0.003, χ[2] = 5.139). Significant correlation exists between participants of private sector in attitude domain of KAP (P = 0.003, χ[2] = 5.139. Participants are well aware of influence of environmental pollutants and climate change on spread of infectious diseases (51-94%). In conclusion, the health mission in Saudi Arabia has integrated order to manage the diseases that are related to climate change. It is crucial to enhance the knowledge and skills of general public regarding climate change and its impact on health.},
}

@article {pmid39256083,
year = {2024},
author = {Ai, Z and Zhao, X and Boulange, J and Li, F and Mahmood, R and Zhang, Q and Yang, Y and Xia, J},
title = {How will climate change affect the sources of global irrigation water withdrawal?.},
journal = {Science bulletin},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1016/j.scib.2024.08.032},
pmid = {39256083},
issn = {2095-9281},
}

@article {pmid39252030,
year = {2024},
author = {Moraca, S and Indinnimeo, L and De Nuntiis, P},
title = {Risk perceptions of Italian paediatricians for the impact of climate change on children's health.},
journal = {Italian journal of pediatrics},
volume = {50},
number = {1},
pages = {170},
pmid = {39252030},
issn = {1824-7288},
mesh = {Humans ; *Climate Change ; Italy ; *Pediatricians/psychology ; *Child Health ; Male ; Female ; Child ; Attitude of Health Personnel ; Adult ; Surveys and Questionnaires ; Risk Assessment ; Middle Aged ; },
abstract = {BACKGROUNDS: This study delves into the risk perceptions of Italian pediatricians concerning climate change's impact on children's health. Given children's heightened vulnerability to climate-related health risks, comprehending these perceptions is crucial. A review of pertinent literature establishes the framework, emphasizing six key factors influencing children's susceptibility to climate-related health hazards.

METHODS: Methodologically, the study utilized a survey tool developed collaboratively with the Italian Society of Pediatrics (SIP), garnering responses from a representative sample of Italian pediatricians.

RESULTS: Findings indicate a high level of awareness among respondents regarding climate change and its health implications, with a majority attributing it primarily to human activity. Pediatricians recognize various current and anticipated health impacts of climate change, notably concerning illnesses linked to outdoor air quality. Despite acknowledging their role in addressing climate-related health concerns, respondents also cite barriers to engagement, including time constraints and knowledge gaps. However, they express interest in resources like professional training and policy statements to bolster their capacity for effective communication and advocacy.

CONCLUSIONS: Comparisons with prior studies highlight the consistency of findings across diverse contexts and underscore the significance of integrating climate and environmental health education into medical training. Overall, this study sheds light on pediatricians' perspectives in tackling the convergence of climate change and children's health, pinpointing avenues for enhancing their involvement in climate advocacy and mitigation efforts.},
}

Humans
*Climate Change
Italy
*Pediatricians/psychology
*Child Health
Male
Female
Child
Attitude of Health Personnel
Adult
Surveys and Questionnaires
Risk Assessment
Middle Aged

@article {pmid39250970,
year = {2024},
author = {Jakubska-Busse, A and Wysocki, A and Domagała, PJ and Brudzińska-Kosior, A and Sporek, M and Kosior, G},
title = {Expanding the boundaries in the face of global warming: A lesson from genetic and ecological niche studies of Centaurium erythraea in Europe.},
journal = {The Science of the total environment},
volume = {953},
number = {},
pages = {176134},
doi = {10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.176134},
pmid = {39250970},
issn = {1879-1026},
abstract = {Climate change affects plant species, especially those with restricted ecology and distribution. Centaurium erythraea is a flowering plant species in the Gentianaceae family, native to Europe, with its centre of diversity in the Mediterranean and western Asia. Of the 11 infraspecific taxa distinct from C. erythraea, only two are common in Europe: C. erythraea subsp. erythraea (widespread nominal subspecies) and C. erythraea subsp. majus (mainly distributed in the western Mediterranean region). Freshly collected samples of 36 plants from 11 localities across Lower Silesia (Central Europe) were utilised for taxonomic and genetic analysis. The barcode sequences of chloroplast DNA region matK were used for molecular analysis. Data deposited in GenBank was also used. Five haplotypes were identified among the analysed specimens. Species Distribution Modelling (SDM) techniques were applied to predict the current and future (short- and long-term projections) potential distribution of C. erythraea subsp. majus and to identify the most influential climatic factors. Despite the typical Mediterranean distribution, the presence of C. erythraea subsp. majus outside its natural range in SW Poland has been confirmed by morphological and genetic studies. The mean monthly precipitation of the wettest quarter and the mean daily temperatures of the warmest quarter were identified as the key climatic factors. Short-term scenarios suggest that C. erythraea subsp. majus will maintain most of its current suitable habitats and potentially expand into the lowlands of Central Europe. However, long-term projections indicate a potential reduction in its currently suitable areas, especially in the southern parts of its range, with a possible expansion into north-western Europe. The results of these studies provide clear evidence of the impact of ongoing climate change on species range changes. These findings suggest that climate change may create new opportunities for Mediterranean species to spread to new regions, using C. erythraea subsp. majus as an example.},
}

@article {pmid39250852,
year = {2024},
author = {Bashir, MF and Sharif, A and Staniewski, MW and Ma, B and Zhao, W},
title = {Environmental taxes, energy transition and sustainable environmental technologies: A comparative OECD region climate change analysis.},
journal = {Journal of environmental management},
volume = {370},
number = {},
pages = {122304},
doi = {10.1016/j.jenvman.2024.122304},
pmid = {39250852},
issn = {1095-8630},
abstract = {The integrated economic reforms in recent years have transformed human life, however, the subsequent rise in environmental challenges necessitates sustainable development goals to ensure net-zero transformation. Within the context of modern energy, economic, and environmental transformation, we deliberate how environmental taxes, energy transition, and sustainable environmental innovation impact climate change in 38 OECD economies. Our robust empirical investigation allows us to report that environmental taxation, sustainable environmental technology, and energy transition lower but GDP and trade openness exacerbate ecological challenges. We also divide the dataset in G7 and the rest of the OECD groups to document the varying impact of environmental policies within OECD economies. Our econometric analysis helps us report novel policy frameworks to solve climate challenges under the UN SDG agenda.},
}

@article {pmid39250718,
year = {2024},
author = {Polo, G and Gamarra, J and Robayo-Sánchez, LN and Cortés-Vecino, JA and Ramírez-Hernández, A},
title = {Impact of climate change on the geographical distribution of ticks of public health significance in Colombia: Amblyomma ovale (Ixodida: Ixodidae), the Amblyomma maculatum (Ixodida: Ixodidae) complex and the Amblyomma cajennense (Ixodida: Ixodidae) complex.},
journal = {Journal of medical entomology},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1093/jme/tjae100},
pmid = {39250718},
issn = {1938-2928},
abstract = {Ticks of the Amblyomma maculatum (Ixodida Ixodidae) complex, the Amblyomma cajennense (Ixodida Ixodidae) complex and Amblyomma ovale (Ixodida Ixodidae) are known to transmit various Rickettsia species in Colombia, but their exact distribution is unknown. We built several models based on current climate and projected future climate changes using a maximum entropy approach. A total of 314 records of the A. cajennense complex (65.9%; n = 207), A. ovale (22.9%; n = 72), and the A. maculatum complex (11.1%; n = 35) were obtained. Amblyomma ovale has a current distribution in the Pacific, Caribbean and Andean regions and could be potentially found in the Amazon. Amblyomma maculatum has a current distribution in the Andean and could potentially be found in the Caribbean and Orinoco regions. Amblyomma mixtum can be found near the Caribbean Sea and in the Pacific region, and A. patinoi is likely to be found in the Andean region and the Caribbean. In 2070, it will be possible to find an expansion of A. ovale and A. maculatum and a decrease of A. mixtum and A. patinoi. The variables that best predict the distribution of these species are isothermality (small fluctuations in temperature) and annual precipitation. Amblyomma cajennense s.l and A. ovale, A. cajennese s.l and A. patinoi, as well as A. maculatum and A. patinoi, have an important environmental sympatry. Epidemiological and acarological surveillance is crucial to investigate rickettsiosis caused by R. parkeri in A. ovale regions, by R. rickettsii in A. patinoi and A. mixtum areas, and by R. parkeri s.s in A. maculatum regions.},
}

@article {pmid39249146,
year = {2024},
author = {Kaur, R and Gupta, S and Tripathi, V and Bharadwaj, A},
title = {Unravelling the secrets of soil microbiome and climate change for sustainable agroecosystems.},
journal = {Folia microbiologica},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
pmid = {39249146},
issn = {1874-9356},
abstract = {The soil microbiota exhibits an important function in the ecosystem, and its response to climate change is of paramount importance for sustainable agroecosystems. The macronutrients, micronutrients, and additional constituents vital for the growth of plants are cycled biogeochemically under the regulation of the soil microbiome. Identifying and forecasting the effect of climate change on soil microbiomes and ecosystem services is the need of the hour to address one of the biggest global challenges of the present time. The impact of climate change on the structure and function of the soil microbiota is a major concern, explained by one or more sustainability factors around resilience, reluctance, and rework. However, the past research has revealed that microbial interventions have the potential to regenerate soils and improve crop resilience to climate change factors. The methods used therein include using soil microbes' innate capacity for carbon sequestration, rhizomediation, bio-fertilization, enzyme-mediated breakdown, phyto-stimulation, biocontrol of plant pathogens, antibiosis, inducing the antioxidative defense pathways, induced systemic resistance response (ISR), and releasing volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in the host plant. Microbial phytohormones have a major role in altering root shape in response to exposure to drought, salt, severe temperatures, and heavy metal toxicity and also have an impact on the metabolism of endogenous growth regulators in plant tissue. However, shelf life due to the short lifespan and storage time of microbial formulations is still a major challenge, and efforts should be made to evaluate their effectiveness in crop growth based on climate change. This review focuses on the influence of climate change on soil physico-chemical status, climate change adaptation by the soil microbiome, and its future implications.},
}

@article {pmid39249123,
year = {2024},
author = {Meliho, M and Orlando, CA and Dallahi, Y},
title = {Spatiotemporal modeling of the potential impact of climate change on shifts in bioclimatic zones in Morocco.},
journal = {Environmental monitoring and assessment},
volume = {196},
number = {10},
pages = {907},
pmid = {39249123},
issn = {1573-2959},
mesh = {Morocco ; *Climate Change ; *Environmental Monitoring ; Ecosystem ; Climate Models ; Spatio-Temporal Analysis ; Forests ; },
abstract = {This study aims to contribute to the understanding of the impact of climate change on bioclimatic zones in Morocco, providing insights into potential shifts and emphasizing the need for adaptation measures to protect vulnerable species and ecosystems. To achieve this, we utilized eight general circulation models (GCMs) to simulate climate conditions under two representative concentration scenarios (RCP4.5 and RCP8.5) for two future time points (2050 and 2070). The modeling of bioclimatic zone shifts was accomplished through the implementation of the random forest (RF) algorithm. Our findings indicate that the subhumid and humid areas are expected to experience the most significant shifts, particularly toward the semi-arid zone. Shifts from subhumid to semi-arid were the most pronounced, ranging from 17.91% (RCP8.5 in 2070) to 25.68% (RCP8.5 in 2050), while shifts from humid to semi-arid ranged from 10.16% (RCP4.5 in 2050) to 22.27% (RCP8.5 in 2070). The Saharan and arid zones are expected to be the least affected, with less than 1% and 11% of their original extent expected to change, respectively. Moreover, our results suggest that forest species such as Atlas cedar and oaks are among the most vulnerable to these shifts. Overall, this study highlights the inevitability of climate change's impact on Moroccan ecosystems and provides a basis for adaptation measures, especially considering the species adapted to the bioclimatic conditions that will dominate the respective affected regions.},
}

Morocco
*Climate Change
*Environmental Monitoring
Ecosystem
Climate Models
Spatio-Temporal Analysis
Forests

@article {pmid39248594,
year = {2024},
author = {Mueller, K and Allstrom, H and Smith, DJ and Downes, E and Modly, LA},
title = {Climate change's implications for practice: Pharmacologic considerations of heat-related illness.},
journal = {The Nurse practitioner},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1097/01.NPR.0000000000000230},
pmid = {39248594},
issn = {1538-8662},
abstract = {Climate change is the greatest threat to global health. As climate change worsens, heat waves will be longer, more intense, and more frequent. Increased health risks from climate change and heat waves include heat-related illness (HRI). HRI increases ED visits, hospitalizations, and mortality. Healthcare providers should be aware of the impact of medications on risk for HRI. This article elucidates signs and symptoms, populations at risk, drugs and mechanisms that increase risk, and patient education to reduce risk.},
}

@article {pmid39247376,
year = {2024},
author = {Dramani, JB and Ofori-Mensah, KA and Otchere, NO and Frimpong, PB and Adu-Poku, A and Kemausuor, F and Yazdanie, M},
title = {Estimating and forecasting suppressed electricity demand in Ghana under climate change, the informal economy and sector inefficiencies.},
journal = {Heliyon},
volume = {10},
number = {16},
pages = {e36001},
pmid = {39247376},
issn = {2405-8440},
abstract = {Suppressed demand arises from inadequate energy access, resulting in unmet basic needs. Therefore, this study investigates the impact of the informal economy, rising temperatures, and electricity transmission losses on suppressed demand in Ghana from 2000 to 2020, using a quantile autoregressive distributed lag (QARDL) approach. The study forecasts suppressed demand using Shared Socioeconomic Pathway (SSP) scenarios, offering insights for energy system planning. The results indicate that all the variables significantly affect suppressed demand in the mid-quantiles. Notably, transmission losses and growth of informal economy variables significantly impact suppressed demand within the 50th to 75th quantiles but have minimal impact before the 50th and after the 75th quantiles in the long run. Additionally, rising temperatures substantially increase suppressed demand by increasing electricity demand for cooling. All future scenarios project this growth trend will continue through 2050, albeit at varying rates. In the business-as-usual (BAU) case, suppressed demand is expected to steadily increase from 1782 MW in 2020 to 8636 MW in 2050. This trajectory aligns well with historical growth trends, which saw suppressed demand increase from 659 GWh to 1782 GWh between 2000 and 2020. SSP scenarios suggest that suppressed demand could grow substantially through 2050, driven by high losses and informal sector growth. Despite sustainable development narratives like SSP1, suppressed demand remains high without major grid and governance improvements. Comparing the results with past studies shows that our findings align with previous research but provide more nuanced insights by incorporating the effects of the informal economy and using advanced forecasting techniques. Practical policy implications include investing in green infrastructure, upgrading grid infrastructure, and formalising the informal economy to alleviate suppressed demand. These actions are critical for sustainable energy access and meeting future electricity needs effectively.},
}

@article {pmid39247288,
year = {2024},
author = {Dendup, T and Tshering, D and Tobgay, S and Liu, F},
title = {Sources and pathways of spring flow and climate change effects in the Dungju Ri & Yude Ri catchments, Bhutan Himalaya.},
journal = {Heliyon},
volume = {10},
number = {16},
pages = {e36211},
pmid = {39247288},
issn = {2405-8440},
abstract = {Springs and streams are vital water sources for supporting the livelihood of Himalayan residents. Escalating climate change, population growth, and economic development strain the region's freshwater resources. A national survey reveals declining spring and stream flows in Bhutan, necessitating an improved understanding of their generation. Monthly grab water samples were collected during April 2022-January 2023 from main streams, springs and other source waters at various elevations at Yude Ri and Dungju Ri catchments, Bhutan Himalayas. Samples were analyzed for pH, specific conductance, and major ions and end-member mixing analysis in combination with diagnostic tools of mixing models was used to determine sources, relative contributions, and recharge dynamics of spring flows. The results indicated that direct precipitation dominated spring flows (0.59 ± 0.21), followed by shallow groundwater (0.31 ± 0.18), and soil subsurface water (0.10 ± 0.15). The contributions of spring flow components followed an elevation gradient, with higher and lower fractions, respectively, of direct precipitation and shallow groundwater at higher elevations, e.g., 0.90 ± 0.1 to 0.13 ± 0.08 for direct precipitation and 0.03 ± 0.03 to 0.37 ± 0.19 for shallow groundwater from 3266 m to 1558 m. Spring flows primarily relied on precipitation (∼70 % from both direct precipitation and soil water), making them very sensitive to changes in precipitation. Significant contributions of shallow groundwater also indicated the vulnerability of spring flows to decreased snowfall relative to rainfall and the earlier onset of snowmelt, particularly for those located in the snow-rain transition zone (∼2500 m). Our results suggest high vulnerability of spring flows to the climate change in the Himalayas.},
}

@article {pmid39247090,
year = {2024},
author = {Luo, Y and Qin, W and Yan, Y and Yin, K and Zang, R and Du, FK},
title = {Climate change vulnerability and conservation strategies for tertiary relict tree species: Insights from landscape genomics of Taxus cuspidata.},
journal = {Evolutionary applications},
volume = {17},
number = {9},
pages = {e13686},
pmid = {39247090},
issn = {1752-4571},
abstract = {The unprecedented habitat fragmentation or loss has threatened the existence of many species. Therefore, it is essential to understand whether and how these species can pace with the environmental changes. Recent advantages in landscape genomics enabled us to identify molecular signatures of adaptation and predict how populations will respond to changing environments, providing new insights into the conservation of species. Here, we investigated the pattern of neutral and putative adaptive genetic variation and its response to changing environments in a tertiary relict tree species, Taxus cuspidata Sieb. et Zucc, which is distributed in northeast China and adjacent regions. We investigated the pattern of genetic diversity and differentiation using restriction site-associated DNA sequencing (RAD-seq) and seven nuclear microsatellites (nSSRs) datasets. We further explored the endangered mechanism, predicted its vulnerability in the future, and provided guidelines for the conservation and management of this species. RAD-seq identified 16,087 single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in natural populations. Both the SNPs and nSSRs datasets showed high levels of genetic diversity and low genetic differentiation in T. cuspidata. Outlier detection by F ST outlier analysis and genotype-environment associations (GEAs) revealed 598 outlier SNPs as putative adaptive SNPs. Linear redundancy analysis (RDA) and nonlinear gradient forest (GF) showed that the contribution of climate to genetic variation was greater than that of geography, and precipitation played an important role in putative adaptive genetic variation. Furthermore, the genetic offset and risk of non-adaptedness (RONA) suggested that the species at the northeast edge may be more vulnerable in the future. These results suggest that although the species has maintained high current genetic diversity in the face of recent habitat loss and fragmentation, future climate change is likely to threaten the survival of the species. Temperature (Bio03) and precipitation (Prec05) variables can be potentially used as predictors of response of T. cuspidata under future climate. Together, this study provides a theoretical framework for conservation and management strategies for wildlife species in the context of future climate change.},
}

@article {pmid39246679,
year = {2024},
author = {Malhi, JK and McEvoy, JW and Blumenthal, RS and Jacobsen, AP},
title = {Climate change and cardiovascular health: Recent updates and actions for healthcare.},
journal = {American heart journal plus : cardiology research and practice},
volume = {45},
number = {},
pages = {100443},
pmid = {39246679},
issn = {2666-6022},
abstract = {Climate change is a public health crisis predominantly due to fossil fuel combustion, that challenges planetary and human health. Considerable evidence exists to demonstrate the impact climate change has on cardiovascular disease primarily through air pollution, and non-optimal temperature. Conversely, healthcare systems themselves contribute substantially to climate change. Many clinicians personally report a sense of responsibility to reduce the detrimental impact of parts of our healthcare system on the environment. Roadmaps exist to guide decarbonization and reduce pollution in the healthcare sector. The first step in minimizing the climate impact of the provision of cardiovascular care is to determine the carbon footprint of highly resource dependent sectors such as critical care cardiology as well as the cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology laboratories. This should be followed by sustainable changes to address healthcare waste and energy use. Engagement from healthcare leadership, governmental organizations and major cardiac societies will be necessary to impact meaningful change.},
}

@article {pmid39246258,
year = {2024},
author = {Steiert, O},
title = {Declaring crisis? Temporal constructions of climate change on Wikipedia.},
journal = {Public understanding of science (Bristol, England)},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {9636625241268890},
doi = {10.1177/09636625241268890},
pmid = {39246258},
issn = {1361-6609},
abstract = {On Wikipedia, editors daily negotiate edits to an entry that summarizes climate change to a global audience. The outcome of their efforts is an encyclopedic entry with a conspicuous lack of temporal clarity that circumvents the question of whether climate change is an immediate crisis or merely a potential future phenomenon. This qualitative discourse analysis of editors' debates around climate change on Wikipedia argues that their hesitancy to "declare crisis" is not a conscious editorial choice as much as an outcome of a friction between the folk philosophy of science Wikipedia is built upon, editors' own sense of urgency, and their anticipations about audience uptake of their writing. This friction shapes a group style that fosters temporal ambiguity. Hence, the findings suggest that in the Wikipedia entry on climate change, platform affordances and contestation of expertise foreclose a declaration of climate crisis.},
}

@article {pmid39245377,
year = {2024},
author = {Yin, Y and Yang, K and Gao, M and Wei, J and Zhong, X and Jiang, K and Gao, J and Cai, Y},
title = {Declined nutrients stability shaped by water residence times in lakes and reservoirs under climate change.},
journal = {The Science of the total environment},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {176098},
doi = {10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.176098},
pmid = {39245377},
issn = {1879-1026},
abstract = {Water quality stability in lakes and reservoirs is essential for drinking water safety and ecosystem health, especially given the frequent occurrence of extreme climate events. However, the relationship between water quality stability and water residence time (WRT) has not been well elucidated. In this study, we explored the relationship based on nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) concentrations data in 11 lakes and 49 reservoirs in the Yangtze-Huaihe River basin from 2010 to 2022. Additionally, we examined the effects of hydrometeorological characteristics, the geomorphology of water bodies and catchments, and land use on the WRT, establishing a link between climate change and the stability of N and P in these water bodies. The results showed that a significant correlation between the stability of N and P in lakes and reservoirs and their WRT. The longer WRT tends to coincide with decreased stability and higher nutrient concentrations. Hydrometeorological factors are the primary factors on the WRT, with precipitation exerting the greatest effect, particularly under extreme drought. In recent years, extreme climatic events have intensified the fluctuations of WRT, resulting in a renewed increase in N and P concentrations and deterioration in stability. These findings highlight the importance of incorporating meteorological and hydrological factors alongside reinforcing ecological restoration into lake and reservoir management strategies, and providing a scientific basis for future efforts aimed at enhancing lake and reservoir water quality stability and safeguarding aquatic ecosystems.},
}

@article {pmid39245297,
year = {2024},
author = {Volpe, S and Mastroleo, F and Vincini, MG and Zaffaroni, M and Porazzi, A and Damiani, E and Marvaso, G and Jereczek-Fossa, BA},
title = {Facing the climate change: is radiotherapy as green as we would like? A systematic review.},
journal = {Critical reviews in oncology/hematology},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {104500},
doi = {10.1016/j.critrevonc.2024.104500},
pmid = {39245297},
issn = {1879-0461},
abstract = {PURPOSE: To focus on the ecological footprint of radiotherapy (RT), on opportunities for sustainable practices, on future research directions.

METHODS: Different databases were interrogated using the following terms: Carbon Footprint, Sustainab*, Carbon Dioxide, Radiotherapy, and relative synonyms.

RESULTS: 931 records were retrieved; 15 reports were included in the review. Eight main thematic areas have been identified. Nine research works analyzed the environmental impact of photon-based external beam RT. Particle therapy was the subject of one work. Other thematic areas were brachytherapy, intra-operative RT, telemedicine, travel-related issues, and the impact of COVID-19.

CONCLUSION: This review demonstrates the strong interest in identifying novel strategies for a more environmentally friendly RT and serves as a clarion call to unveil the environmental impact of carbon footprints entwined with radiation therapy. Future research should address current gaps to guide the transition towards greener practices, reducing the environmental footprint and maintaining high-quality care.},
}

@article {pmid39243786,
year = {2024},
author = {Jacobsen, KH and Waggett, CE and Berenbaum, P and Bayles, BR and Carlson, GL and English, R and Faerron Guzmán, CA and Gartin, ML and Grant, L and Henshaw, TL and Iannotti, LL and Landrigan, PJ and Lansbury, N and Li, H and Lichtveld, MY and McWhorter, KL and Rettig, JE and Sorensen, CJ and Wetzel, EJ and Whitehead, DM and Winch, PJ and Martin, K},
title = {Planetary health learning objectives: foundational knowledge for global health education in an era of climate change.},
journal = {The Lancet. Planetary health},
volume = {8},
number = {9},
pages = {e706-e713},
doi = {10.1016/S2542-5196(24)00167-0},
pmid = {39243786},
issn = {2542-5196},
mesh = {*Climate Change ; *Global Health/education ; Humans ; Health Education ; },
abstract = {Planetary health is an emerging field that emphasises that humans depend on a healthy Earth for survival and, conversely, that the sustainability of Earth systems is dependent on human behaviours. In response to member demands for resources to support teaching and learning related to planetary health, the Consortium of Universities for Global Health (CUGH) convened a working group to develop a set of planetary health learning objectives (PHLOs) that would complement the existing ten CUGH global health learning objectives. The eight PHLOs feature Earth system changes, planetary boundaries, and climate change science; ecological systems and One Health; human health outcomes; risk assessment, vulnerability, and resilience; policy, governance, and laws (including the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Paris Agreement); roles and responsibilities of governments, businesses, civil society organisations, other institutions, communities, and individuals for mitigation, adaptation, conservation, restoration, and sustainability; environmental ethics, human rights, and climate justice; and environmental literacy and communication. Educators who use the PHLOs as a foundation for teaching, curriculum design, and programme development related to the health-environment nexus will equip learners with a knowledge of planetary health science, interventions, and communication that is essential for future global health professionals.},
}

*Climate Change
*Global Health/education
Humans
Health Education

@article {pmid39243166,
year = {2024},
author = {Dias, PB and Horn Kunz, S and Pezzopane, JEM and Xavier, TMT and Zorzanelli, JPF and Toledo, JV and Gomes, LP and Gorsani, RG},
title = {Water restriction alters seed bank traits and ecology in Atlantic Forest seasonal forests under climate change.},
journal = {Global change biology},
volume = {30},
number = {9},
pages = {e17494},
doi = {10.1111/gcb.17494},
pmid = {39243166},
issn = {1365-2486},
support = {//Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior-Brazil (CAPES)/ ; //Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa e Inovação do Espírito Santo (FAPES)/ ; //National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq, Programa de Capacitação Institucional-PCI/INMA) of the Brazilian Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MCTI)/ ; },
mesh = {*Climate Change ; *Forests ; *Seasons ; *Seed Bank ; *Water/analysis ; Germination ; Brazil ; Seeds/growth & development ; Trees/growth & development ; },
abstract = {The soil seed bank (SSB) is one of the key mechanisms that ensure the perpetuity of forests, but how will it behave in the scenarios projected for the future climate? Faced with this main question, still little explored in seasonal tropical forests, this study evaluated the germination, ecological attributes, and functional traits of the SSB in a seasonal forest in the Atlantic Forest. Forty-eight composite samples of the SSB were collected from 12 plots, distributed across four treatments, each with 12 replicates. The samples were placed in two climate-controlled greenhouses, establishing two environments of controlled climatic conditions, both with two levels of water, as follows: Cur: current scenario without water restriction; Cur_WR: current scenario with water restriction; RCP8.5: future scenario without water restriction; RCP8.5_WR: future scenario with water restriction. The germinants were identified, and their ecological attributes and functional traits were obtained. Leaf area and biomass production, differences in abundance, richness, and diversity were evaluated, along with analysis of variance to assess the interaction between water levels and scenarios. All ecological attributes and functional traits evaluated drastically decreased in the future projection with water restriction, with this restriction being the main component influencing this response. The increased temperature in the future scenario significantly raised water consumption compared to the current scenario. However, persistent water restrictions in the future could undermine the resilience of seasonal forests, hindering seed germination in the soil. Richness and abundance were also adversely affected by water scarcity in the future scenario, revealing a low tolerance to the projected prolonged drought. These changes found in the results could alter the overall structure of seasonal forests in the future, as well as result in the loss of the regeneration potential of the SSB due to decreased seed viability and increased seedling mortality.},
}

*Climate Change
*Forests
*Seasons
*Seed Bank
*Water/analysis
Germination
Brazil
Seeds/growth & development
Trees/growth & development

@article {pmid39242953,
year = {2024},
author = {Soliman, A},
title = {How to change people's minds about climate change: what the science says.},
journal = {Nature},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
pmid = {39242953},
issn = {1476-4687},
}

@article {pmid39242938,
year = {2024},
author = {Ryan, PH and Newman, N and Yolton, K and Meinzen-Derr, J and Glauser, T and Cheng, TL},
title = {A call for solutions-oriented research and policy to protect children from the effects of climate change.},
journal = {Pediatric research},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
pmid = {39242938},
issn = {1530-0447},
}

@article {pmid39242306,
year = {2024},
author = {Ben Salem, D and Soyer, P and Vernhet Kovaczick, H},
title = {The effect of radiology on climate change: Can AI help us move toward a green future?.},
journal = {Diagnostic and interventional imaging},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1016/j.diii.2024.07.011},
pmid = {39242306},
issn = {2211-5684},
}

@article {pmid39242044,
year = {2024},
author = {Hwang, HA and Kim, A and Lee, W and Yim, HW and Bae, S},
title = {Association between increase in temperature due to climate change and depressive symptoms in Korea.},
journal = {Journal of affective disorders},
volume = {367},
number = {},
pages = {479-485},
doi = {10.1016/j.jad.2024.08.187},
pmid = {39242044},
issn = {1573-2517},
abstract = {BACKGROUND: Studies on the long-term effects of rising temperature by climate change on mental health are limited. This study investigates the influence of temperature rise on the prevalence rate of depressive symptoms according to district type and age group in Korea.

DESIGN: This cross-sectional study included 219,187 Korea Community Health Survey 2021 participants. Yearly average temperature and yearly average temperature difference are the main exposures of this study. Temperature difference was calculated by subtracting the historical average temperature in 1961-1990 (climate normal) from the yearly average temperature. The main outcomes are moderate depressive symptoms measured by Patient Health Questionnaire-9. Multilevel analyses were conducted to estimate the association between temperature factors and depressive symptoms.

RESULTS: 7491 (3.4 %) participants reported moderate depressive symptoms, and 99,653 (69.9 %) participants lived in an urban district. The odds of depressive symptoms increased with 1 °C increase in temperature difference for all participants, adult participants aged 19-40, and participants who lived in same metropolitan area for 20 years or more (aOR = 1.13, CI: 1.04-1.24, aOR = 1.14, CI: 1.02-1.24, and aOR = 1.15 CI: 1.04-1.27). The association between temperature difference and depressive symptoms was consistent among urban districts participants.

LIMITATIONS: Due to the study's cross-sectional nature, the temporal association between regional and individual factors and depressive symptoms could not be assessed. Limited number of weather stations, especially among less populated in-land areas, may limit the accuracy of this study.

CONCLUSION: The increase in temperature compared with historical average is associated with increased likelihood of depressive symptoms, especially for the adults aged 19-40 years old. More study on the long-term impact of climate change on mental health is needed to determine effective responses to climate change.},
}

@article {pmid39241587,
year = {2024},
author = {Pimenta, A and Kamruzzaman, LM},
title = {Assessing the comprehensiveness and vertical coherence of climate change action plans: The case of Australia.},
journal = {Journal of environmental management},
volume = {369},
number = {},
pages = {122419},
doi = {10.1016/j.jenvman.2024.122419},
pmid = {39241587},
issn = {1095-8630},
abstract = {Climate change is an undeniable reality, prompting governments worldwide to devise strategies to avoid or reduce its adverse impacts. Ensuring the effectiveness of these strategies is crucial; they must be both comprehensive and coherent to minimize trade-offs. While substantial research has focused on assessing climate policy coherence within a single level of government (horizontal coherence), there is a relative scarcity of studies examining coherence between different levels of government (vertical coherence). This study adapts an evaluation framework from the literature and transforms it into two distinct assessment frameworks: one for evaluating the comprehensiveness and the other for assessing the vertical coherence of Climate Change Action Plans (CCAPs) from three levels of government (local, state, and national) in Australia. Adaptation and mitigation plans were assessed separately for five local government areas in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth, and their respective states: New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, and Western Australia. National government plans received higher average comprehensive scores (83%) than state (75%) and local (71%) CCAPs. High coherence was observed between national and state levels, with significant variations between state and local levels. Sydney-New South Wales exhibited the highest coherence (90%), while Perth-Western Australia scored the lowest (35%). Key issues identified include a lack of exclusive climate change funding body and an inadequate assessment of vulnerability profiles in various plans. These findings provide insights for designing more comprehensive and integrated policy actions across multiple government levels. The refined frameworks can be applied to test the comprehensiveness and coherence of CCAPs in other contexts at various scales.},
}

@article {pmid39242770,
year = {2022},
author = {Cancellario, T and Miranda, R and Baquero, E and Fontaneto, D and Martínez, A and Mammola, S},
title = {Climate change will redefine taxonomic, functional, and phylogenetic diversity of Odonata in space and time.},
journal = {npj biodiversity},
volume = {1},
number = {1},
pages = {1},
pmid = {39242770},
issn = {2731-4243},
abstract = {Climate change is rearranging the mosaic of biodiversity worldwide. These broad-scale species re-distributions affect the structure and composition of communities with a ripple effect on multiple biodiversity facets. Using European Odonata, we asked: i) how climate change will redefine taxonomic, phylogenetic, and functional diversity at European scales; ii) which traits will mediate species' response to global change; iii) whether this response will be phylogenetically conserved. Using stacked species distribution models, we forecast widespread latitudinal and altitudinal rearrangements in Odonata community composition determining broad turnovers in traits and evolutionary lineages. According to our phylogenetic regression models, only body size and flight period can be partly correlated with observed range shifts. In considering all primary facets of biodiversity, our results support the design of inclusive conservation strategies able to account for the diversity of species, the ecosystem services they provide, and the phylogenetic heritage they carry in a target ecosystem.},
}

@article {pmid39241378,
year = {2024},
author = {Kan, C and Wang, F and Xiang, T and Fan, Y and Xu, W and Liu, L and Yang, S and Cao, W},
title = {Wastewater treatment plant effluents increase the global warming potential in a subtropical urbanized river.},
journal = {Water research},
volume = {266},
number = {},
pages = {122349},
doi = {10.1016/j.watres.2024.122349},
pmid = {39241378},
issn = {1879-2448},
abstract = {Rivers play a pivotal role in global carbon (C) and nitrogen (N) biogeochemical cycles. Urbanized rivers are significant hotspots of greenhouse gases (GHGs, N2O, CO2 and CH4) emissions. This study examined the GHGs distributions in the Guanxun River, an effluents-receiving subtropical urbanized river, as well as the key environmental factors and processes affecting the pattern and emission characteristics of GHGs. Dissolved N2O, CO2, and CH4 concentrations reached 228.0 nmol L[-1], 0.44 mmol L[-1], and 5.2 μmol L[-1] during the wet period, and 929.8 nmol L[-1], 0.7 mmol L[-1], and 4.6 μmol L[-1] during the dry period, respectively. Effluents inputs increased C and N loadings, reduced C/N ratios, and promoted further methanogenesis and N2O production dominated by incomplete denitrification after the outfall. Increased urbanization in the far downstream, high hydraulic residence time, low DO and high organic C environment promoted methanogenesis. The strong CH4 oxidation and methanogenic reactions inhibited by the effluents combined to suppress CH4 emissions in downstream near the outfall, and the process also contributed to CO2 production. The carbon fixation downstream from the outfall were inhibited by effluents. Ultimately, it promoted CO2 emissions downstream from the outfall. The continuous C, N, and chlorine inputs maintained the high saturation and production potential of GHGs, and altered microbial community structure and functional genes abundance. Ultimately, the global warming potential downstream increased by 186 % and 84 % during wet and dry periods on the 20-year scale, and increased by 91 % and 49 % during wet and dry periods on the 100-year scale, respectively, compared with upstream from the outfall. In urbanized rivers with sufficient C and N source supply from WWTP effluents, the large effluent equivalently transformed the natural water within the channel into a subsequent "reactor". Furthermore, the IPCC recommended EF5r values appear to underestimate the N2O emission potential of urbanized rivers with high pollution loading that receiving WWTP effluents. The findings of this study might aid the development of effective strategies for mitigating global climate change.},
}

@article {pmid39240798,
year = {2024},
author = {Tang, H and Fang, J and Yuan, J},
title = {Climate change and Land Use/Land Cover Change (LUCC) leading to spatial shifts in net primary productivity in Anhui Province, China.},
journal = {PloS one},
volume = {19},
number = {9},
pages = {e0307516},
pmid = {39240798},
issn = {1932-6203},
mesh = {China ; *Climate Change ; *Ecosystem ; Carbon Cycle ; Forests ; },
abstract = {As an important part of terrestrial carbon cycle research, net primary productivity is an important parameter to evaluate the quality of terrestrial ecosystem and plays an important role in the analysis of global climate change and carbon balance. Anhui Province is in the Yangtze River Delta region in eastern China. Based on the theoretical basis of CASA model, this paper uses MODIS NDVI, vegetation type data, meteorological data, and LUCC to estimate the NPP of Anhui Province during 2001-2020 and analyzes its spatial-temporal pattern. The results showed that the average NPP in Anhui province was 508.95 gC· (m2 ·a) -1, and the spatial heterogeneity of NPP was strong, and the high value areas were mainly distributed in the Jiangnan Mountains and Dabie Mountains. NPP increased in most areas of Anhui Province, but decreased significantly in 17.60% of the area, mainly in the central area affected by urban and rural expansion and the transformation of the Yangtze River. The dynamic change of NPP in Anhui province is the result of climate change and land use change. Meteorological data are positively correlated with NPP. Among them, the correlation between temperature and solar radiation is higher, and the correlation between NPP and precipitation is the lowest among the three. The NPP of all land cover types was more affected by temperature than precipitation, especially forest land and grassland. The decrease of cultivated land and the increase of Artificial Surfaces (AS) may have contributed to the decrease of NPP in Anhui Province. Human activities have weakened the increase in NPP caused by climate change. In conclusion, this study refined the drivers of spatial heterogeneity of NPP changes in Anhui province, which is conducive to rational planning of terrestrial ecosystems and carbon balance measures.},
}

China
*Climate Change
*Ecosystem
Carbon Cycle
Forests

@article {pmid39239832,
year = {2024},
author = {Stokely, TD},
title = {The devil is in the details: Experiment reveals how a forest-dwelling scavenger, and their excrement, may buffer ecosystem processes from climate change.},
journal = {Global change biology},
volume = {30},
number = {9},
pages = {e17499},
doi = {10.1111/gcb.17499},
pmid = {39239832},
issn = {1365-2486},
mesh = {*Climate Change ; *Forests ; Animals ; *Ecosystem ; Conservation of Natural Resources ; Feces/chemistry ; },
abstract = {This article is an Invited Commentary on Stephenson et al. (2024). This commentary attempts to provide broader context of the research within the body of literature on species loss and ecosystem functioning and highlights its relevance to conservation and global change.},
}

*Climate Change
*Forests
Animals
*Ecosystem
Conservation of Natural Resources
Feces/chemistry

@article {pmid39239728,
year = {2024},
author = {Cunningham, N and Jenkins, C and Williams, S and Garner, J and Eggen, B and Douglas, A and Potter, T and Wilson, A and Leonardi, G and Larkin, L and Hopkins, S},
title = {An outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) O157:H7 associated with contaminated lettuce and the cascading risks from climate change, the United Kingdom, August to September 2022.},
journal = {Euro surveillance : bulletin Europeen sur les maladies transmissibles = European communicable disease bulletin},
volume = {29},
number = {36},
pages = {},
pmid = {39239728},
issn = {1560-7917},
mesh = {*Lactuca/microbiology ; Humans ; *Disease Outbreaks ; *Escherichia coli Infections/epidemiology/microbiology/transmission ; United Kingdom/epidemiology ; *Escherichia coli O157/isolation & purification/genetics ; *Foodborne Diseases/epidemiology/microbiology ; *Climate Change ; *Food Microbiology ; Whole Genome Sequencing ; Shiga-Toxigenic Escherichia coli/isolation & purification/genetics ; Adult ; Middle Aged ; Female ; Male ; Food Contamination/analysis ; Aged ; Animals ; Adolescent ; Child ; },
abstract = {Shiga-toxin producing Escherichia coli (STEC) O157 is a food-borne pathogen which causes gastrointestinal illness in humans. Ruminants are considered the main reservoir of infection, and STEC exceedance has been associated with heavy rainfall. In September 2022, a large outbreak of STEC O157:H7 was identified in the United Kingdom (UK). A national-level investigation was undertaken to identify the source of the outbreak and inform risk mitigation strategies. Whole genome sequencing (WGS) was used to identify outbreak cases. Overall, 259 cases with illness onset dates between 5 August and 12 October 2022, were confirmed across the UK. Epidemiological investigations supported a UK grown, nationally distributed, short shelf-life food item as the source of the outbreak. Analytical epidemiology and food chain analysis suggested lettuce as the likely vehicle of infection. Food supply chain tracing identified Grower X as the likely implicated producer. Independent of the food chain investigations, a novel geospatial analysis triangulating meteorological, flood risk, animal density and land use data was developed, also identifying Grower X as the likely source. Novel geospatial analysis and One Health approaches are potential tools for upstream data analysis to predict and prevent contamination events before they occur and to support evidence generation in outbreak investigations.},
}

*Lactuca/microbiology
Humans
*Disease Outbreaks
*Escherichia coli Infections/epidemiology/microbiology/transmission
United Kingdom/epidemiology
*Escherichia coli O157/isolation & purification/genetics
*Foodborne Diseases/epidemiology/microbiology
*Climate Change
*Food Microbiology
Whole Genome Sequencing
Shiga-Toxigenic Escherichia coli/isolation & purification/genetics
Adult
Middle Aged
Female
Male
Food Contamination/analysis
Aged
Animals
Adolescent
Child

@article {pmid39239722,
year = {2024},
author = {Nelson, GC and Cheung, WWL and Bezner Kerr, R and Franke, J and Meza, F and Oyinlola, MA and Thornton, P and Zabel, F},
title = {Adaptation to climate change and limits in food production systems: Physics, the chemistry of biology, and human behavior.},
journal = {Global change biology},
volume = {30},
number = {9},
pages = {e17489},
doi = {10.1111/gcb.17489},
pmid = {39239722},
issn = {1365-2486},
mesh = {*Climate Change ; Humans ; Agriculture ; Food Supply ; Adaptation, Physiological ; },
}

*Climate Change
Humans
Agriculture
Food Supply
Adaptation, Physiological

@article {pmid39239688,
year = {2024},
author = {Pfenninger, M and Reuss, F and KIebler, A and Schönnenbeck, P and Caliendo, C and Gerber, S and Cocchiararo, B and Reuter, S and Blüthgen, N and Mody, K and Mishra, B and Bálint, M and Thines, M and Feldmeyer, B},
title = {Correction: Genomic basis for drought resistance in European beech forests threatened by climate change.},
journal = {eLife},
volume = {13},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.7554/eLife.102872},
pmid = {39239688},
issn = {2050-084X},
}

@article {pmid39239214,
year = {2023},
author = {Fogarty, AE and Godambe, M and Duszynski, B and McCormick, ZL and Steensma, J and Decker, G},
title = {Interventional pain physician beliefs on climate change: A Spine Intervention Society (SIS) survey.},
journal = {Interventional pain medicine},
volume = {2},
number = {4},
pages = {100287},
pmid = {39239214},
issn = {2772-5944},
abstract = {SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA: Although evaluated within other specialties, physicians' beliefs towards climate change and human health have not been described within Interventional Pain Medicine (IPM). Understanding belief systems is essential for developing solutions to build sustainable practices.

OBJECTIVES: Assess beliefs toward climate change within the field of IPM.

METHODS: Spine Intervention Society (SIS) members were invited to participate in an anonymous RedCap survey by email, social media, and advertisement at the 2022 SIS Annual Meeting. Descriptive statistics were calculated, and associations were estimated using Chi-Square (significance: p < 0.05).

RESULTS: One hundred and seventy-five participants responded to the survey. Participants most often identified as white (66 %; 95 % CI 57-73 %), male (78 %; 95 % CI 71-84 %), and from the United States (US) (76 %; CI 95 % 58-72 %), with 87 % (n = 123/141; 95 % CI 82-93 %) agreeing that climate change is happening (agree or strongly agree). While 78 % (95 % CI 80-92 %) agree that climate change and sustainability are important to them, only 47 % (95 % CI 34-51 %) agree that these are important to their patients. Those beliefs did not differ by age or geographical area (p > 0.05). However, physicians in non-leadership positions are more likely to disagree or strongly disagree that climate change is important to them (χ[2](2) = 15.98; p < 0.05), to their patients (χ[2](2) = 17.21; p < 0.05), or that societies should advocate for climate policies (χ[2](2) = 9.19; p < 0.05). Non-US physicians were more likely to believe that physicians have responsibilities to bring awareness to the health effects of climate change (χ[2](2) = 6.58; p < 0.05) and to agree that climate change is important to their patients (χ[2](2) = 10.50; p < 0.05).

DISCUSSION/CONCLUSION: Understanding specialty-specific physician views on climate change is essential for developing solutions to reduce the carbon footprint of medical practice and improve sustainability. The majority of SIS members believe that climate change is happening. Non-US physicians and physician-leaders are more likely to believe that climate change impacts their patients and that societies should advocate for climate policies.},
}

@article {pmid39238784,
year = {2024},
author = {Ornella, LA and Broccanello, C and Balzarini, M},
title = {Editorial: Plant adaptation to climate change using genomic selection and high-throughput technologies.},
journal = {Frontiers in genetics},
volume = {15},
number = {},
pages = {1471995},
pmid = {39238784},
issn = {1664-8021},
}

@article {pmid39238356,
year = {2024},
author = {Zhu, Z and Deng, T and Pan, X},
title = {Global climate change: The dangers of heatwaves for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients cannot be ignored.},
journal = {Journal of global health},
volume = {14},
number = {},
pages = {03032},
pmid = {39238356},
issn = {2047-2986},
mesh = {Humans ; *Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive/epidemiology ; *Climate Change ; Hot Temperature/adverse effects ; Global Health ; },
}

Humans
*Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive/epidemiology
*Climate Change
Hot Temperature/adverse effects
Global Health

@article {pmid39236604,
year = {2024},
author = {Baur, DG and Karlsen, JR},
title = {Do crypto investors care about energy use and climate change? Evidence from Ethereum's transition to proof-of-stake.},
journal = {Journal of environmental management},
volume = {369},
number = {},
pages = {122299},
doi = {10.1016/j.jenvman.2024.122299},
pmid = {39236604},
issn = {1095-8630},
abstract = {This paper analyses the transition of Ethereum (ETH) from the energy-intensive Proof-of-Work (PoW) to the less energy-intensive Proof-of-Stake (PoS). We analyze returns, volatility, return correlations and volume of ETH, ETC and Bitcoin for all events in the lead-up to the actual change from PoW to PoS also labelled "the merge." The analysis suggests that some investors value the less energy-intensive mining mechanism and invest in ETH. However, since the overall effect is weak, we conclude that despite all the media attention and the stated concerns about the high energy-intensity of Bitcoin and PoW, most investors do not react to the change with an increased investment in Ethereum.},
}

@article {pmid39236181,
year = {2024},
author = {Yang, Y and Tilman, D and Jin, Z and Smith, P and Barrett, CB and Zhu, YG and Burney, J and D'Odorico, P and Fantke, P and Fargione, J and Finlay, JC and Rulli, MC and Sloat, L and Jan van Groenigen, K and West, PC and Ziska, L and Michalak, AM and , and Lobell, DB and Clark, M and Colquhoun, J and Garg, T and Garrett, KA and Geels, C and Hernandez, RR and Herrero, M and Hutchison, WD and Jain, M and Jungers, JM and Liu, B and Mueller, ND and Ortiz-Bobea, A and Schewe, J and Song, J and Verheyen, J and Vitousek, P and Wada, Y and Xia, L and Zhang, X and Zhuang, M},
title = {Climate change exacerbates the environmental impacts of agriculture.},
journal = {Science (New York, N.Y.)},
volume = {385},
number = {6713},
pages = {eadn3747},
doi = {10.1126/science.adn3747},
pmid = {39236181},
issn = {1095-9203},
mesh = {*Climate Change ; *Agriculture ; *Greenhouse Gases ; Crops, Agricultural/growth & development ; Environment ; Agrochemicals ; Soil/chemistry ; },
abstract = {Agriculture's global environmental impacts are widely expected to continue expanding, driven by population and economic growth and dietary changes. This Review highlights climate change as an additional amplifier of agriculture's environmental impacts, by reducing agricultural productivity, reducing the efficacy of agrochemicals, increasing soil erosion, accelerating the growth and expanding the range of crop diseases and pests, and increasing land clearing. We identify multiple pathways through which climate change intensifies agricultural greenhouse gas emissions, creating a potentially powerful climate change-reinforcing feedback loop. The challenges raised by climate change underscore the urgent need to transition to sustainable, climate-resilient agricultural systems. This requires investments that both accelerate adoption of proven solutions that provide multiple benefits, and that discover and scale new beneficial processes and food products.},
}

*Climate Change
*Agriculture
*Greenhouse Gases
Crops, Agricultural/growth & development
Environment
Agrochemicals
Soil/chemistry

@article {pmid39236015,
year = {2024},
author = {Pollom, RA and Cheok, J and Pacoureau, N and Gledhill, KS and Kyne, PM and Ebert, DA and Jabado, RW and Herman, KB and Bennett, RH and da Silva, C and Fernando, S and Kuguru, B and Leslie, RW and McCord, ME and Samoilys, M and Winker, H and Fennessy, ST and Pollock, CM and Rigby, CL and Dulvy, NK},
title = {Overfishing and climate change elevate extinction risk of endemic sharks and rays in the southwest Indian Ocean hotspot.},
journal = {PloS one},
volume = {19},
number = {9},
pages = {e0306813},
doi = {10.1371/journal.pone.0306813},
pmid = {39236015},
issn = {1932-6203},
mesh = {Animals ; *Sharks/physiology ; *Climate Change ; *Extinction, Biological ; Indian Ocean ; *Conservation of Natural Resources ; *Endangered Species ; *Skates, Fish ; Fisheries ; Ecosystem ; },
abstract = {Here, we summarise the extinction risk of the sharks and rays endemic to coastal, shelf, and slope waters of the southwest Indian Ocean and adjacent waters (SWIO+, Namibia to Kenya, including SWIO islands). This region is a hotspot of endemic and evolutionarily distinct sharks and rays. Nearly one-fifth (n = 13 of 70, 18.6%) of endemic sharks and rays are threatened, of these: one is Critically Endangered, five are Endangered, and seven are Vulnerable. A further seven (10.0%) are Near Threatened, 33 (47.1%) are Least Concern, and 17 (24.3%) are Data Deficient. While the primary threat is overfishing, there are the first signs that climate change is contributing to elevated extinction risk through habitat reduction and inshore distributional shifts. By backcasting their status, few endemic species were threatened in 1980, but this changed soon after the emergence of targeted shark and ray fisheries. South Africa has the highest national conservation responsibility, followed by Mozambique and Madagascar. Yet, while fisheries management and enforcement have improved in South Africa over recent decades, substantial improvements are urgently needed elsewhere. To avoid extinction and ensure robust populations of the region's endemic sharks and rays and maintain ecosystem functionality, there is an urgent need for the strict protection of Critically Endangered and Endangered species and sustainable management of Vulnerable, Near Threatened, and Least Concern species, underpinned by species-level data collection and reduction of incidental catch.},
}

Animals
*Sharks/physiology
*Climate Change
*Extinction, Biological
Indian Ocean
*Conservation of Natural Resources
*Endangered Species
*Skates, Fish
Fisheries
Ecosystem

@article {pmid39235222,
year = {2024},
author = {Requena-Ramírez, MD and Rodríguez-Suárez, C and Hornero-Méndez, D and Atienza, SG},
title = {Durum Wheat at Risk in a Climate Change Scenario: The Carotenoid Content is Affected by Short Heat Waves.},
journal = {Journal of agricultural and food chemistry},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1021/acs.jafc.4c05718},
pmid = {39235222},
issn = {1520-5118},
abstract = {Short heat waves (SHW), defined as periods of several consecutive days with high temperatures above the developmental optimum, will become more frequent due to climate change. The impact of SHW on yield and yield-related parameters has received considerable interest, but their effects on grain quality remain poorly understood. We employed a simulation approach to investigate the impact of SHW on durum wheat quality over a 7 day period, starting 1 week after anthesis. During the SHW treatment, carried out using portable polyethylene tents, the temperature in the treated plots increased by 10-15 °C during daily hours. The SHW treatment reduced the number of grains per spike, thousand kernel weight, and total carotenoid content in grains in stressed plants in comparison to control plants. However, no differences in the protein content or percentage of vitreous grains were observed. The behavior of individual carotenoids in response to SHW appears to differ, suggesting a differential change in the balance between β,ε- and β,β-branches of the carotenoid biosynthetic pathway as a consequence of SHW-induced stress. The present study highlights the importance of developing efficient breeding strategies for reduced sensitivities to heat stress. Such strategies should not only prioritize yield but also encompass grain quality.},
}

@article {pmid39235021,
year = {2024},
author = {Guo, DX and Li, AX and Liu, EK and Wang, JL},
title = {[Spatiotemporal variations and attribution analysis of reference evapotranspiration in the Fenwei Plain under climate change].},
journal = {Ying yong sheng tai xue bao = The journal of applied ecology},
volume = {35},
number = {6},
pages = {1625-1634},
doi = {10.13287/j.1001-9332.202406.022},
pmid = {39235021},
issn = {1001-9332},
mesh = {*Climate Change ; *Plant Transpiration ; China ; *Crops, Agricultural/growth & development ; *Ecosystem ; *Spatio-Temporal Analysis ; Environmental Monitoring/methods ; },
abstract = {Reference crop evapotranspiration (ET0) is a crucial variable for estimating the ecological water demand of vegetation. Under climate change, the trends of ET0 change vary in different regions. The study of spatial and temporal variations in ET0 and attribution analysis at the regional scale is more conducive to the regional agricultural water management and ecological water demand estimation under the changing environment. We analyzed the change trend, spatial distribution and the contribution of meteorological factors to annual ET0 change of the Fenwei Plain during a historical period (1985-2015) and a future period (2030-2060) based on the latest climate data and high-precision grid data from the Sixth International Coupled Model Intercomparison Project (CMIP6). The results showed that the meteorological data from CMIP6 could be used for the prediction of ET0 after bias correction, and that the prediction accuracy of the multi-model ensemble approach (R[2] of 82.9%, RMSE of 14.9 mm) was higher than that of a single climate model. ET0 in the Fenwei Plain showed a significant decreasing trend in the historical period, but a non-significant increasing and significant increasing trend in the future period under the SSP245 and SSP585 scenarios, respectively. The vapor pressure deficit had the largest contribution to the ET0 change in both the historical and future periods, and was the primary meteorological factor affecting the ET0 change in the Fenwei Plain under the climate change. Solar radiation and wind speed were important meteorological factors affecting the ET0 change in the historical period, while temperature and wind speed were the important meteorological factors affecting the ET0 change in the future period. The meteorological factors that had great contribution to ET0 change were due to the larger multi-year relative change rates, rather than the high sensitivity of these meteorological factors to ET0. The ET0 of the plain under the SSP245 and SSP585 scenarios increased by 4.2% and 3.1% in the future period, respectively, compared with the historical period. The differences in the spatial distribution of the result were mainly from the eastern and western regions of the plain. Based on the high-precision spatial and temporal distribution of ET0, the spatial and temporal data could be used as a reference for the development of various adaptation for climate change in the Fenwei Plain.},
}

*Climate Change
*Plant Transpiration
China
*Crops, Agricultural/growth & development
*Ecosystem
*Spatio-Temporal Analysis
Environmental Monitoring/methods

@article {pmid39235020,
year = {2024},
author = {Li, XF and Wu, S and Zhao, F and Zhu, HX and Gong, LJ and Jiang, LX and Wang, P and Zhao, HY},
title = {[Characteristics of soybean climate potential productivity in frigid region and its response to climate change].},
journal = {Ying yong sheng tai xue bao = The journal of applied ecology},
volume = {35},
number = {6},
pages = {1615-1624},
doi = {10.13287/j.1001-9332.202406.024},
pmid = {39235020},
issn = {1001-9332},
mesh = {*Glycine max/growth & development ; *Climate Change ; China ; Photosynthesis ; Biomass ; Ecosystem ; Temperature ; },
abstract = {A comprehensive understanding of the evolution of soybean climate potential productivity and its response to climate change in Heilongjiang Province can offer reference and basis for further tapping soybean production potential and realizing stable and high yield of soybean in the frigid region. Based on meteorological data from 80 meteorological stations in Heilongjiang Province from 1961 to 2020, we estimated photosynthesis, light temperature, and climate potential productivity of soybean by the stepwise correction method, examined the spatiotemporal variations by spatial interpolation and statistical analysis methods, and analyzed the impact of changes in climate factors such as radiation, temperature, and precipitation on climate potential productivity. The results showed that during the study period, the average values of photosynthesis potential productivity (YQ), light-temperature potential productivity (YT), and climate potential productivity (YW) of soybean in Heilongjiang Province were 7533, 6444, and 3515 kg·hm[-2], respectively. The temporal changes of those variables showed significant increasing trends, with increases of 125.9, 182.9, and 116.1 kg·hm[-2]·(10 a)[-1], respectively. For the spatial distribution, YQ, YT, YW were characterized by high values in plains and lower in the mountains, and gradually decreased from southwest to northeast. Compared with that during 1961-1990, the high value zone of YW in period 1991-2020 expanded by 7.1%, and the low value zone decreased by 5.1%. YW showed a significant response to climate change. The potential temperature growth period was extended due to climate warming. The continuous increase in thermal resources, combined with relatively sufficient precipitation, effectively alleviated the negative impact of the decline in light resources on soybean production in Heilongjiang Province. The projected "warm and humid" climate would comprehensively boost climate potential productivity of soybean in Heilongjiang Province.},
}

*Glycine max/growth & development
*Climate Change
China
Photosynthesis
Biomass
Ecosystem
Temperature

@article {pmid39235009,
year = {2024},
author = {Hu, R and Dong, LB},
title = {[Temporal and spatial variations of vegetation coverage in Heilongjiang Basin and its responses to climate change].},
journal = {Ying yong sheng tai xue bao = The journal of applied ecology},
volume = {35},
number = {6},
pages = {1518-1524},
doi = {10.13287/j.1001-9332.202406.027},
pmid = {39235009},
issn = {1001-9332},
mesh = {*Climate Change ; China ; *Ecosystem ; *Environmental Monitoring/methods ; Spatio-Temporal Analysis ; Remote Sensing Technology ; Rivers ; Conservation of Natural Resources ; Mongolia ; Satellite Imagery ; },
abstract = {Exploring the temporal and spatial dynamics of vegetation coverage in the Heilongjiang Basin and its response to climate change can provide a theoretical basis and data support for integrated basin management for three countries (Mongolia, China and Russia) in the region. We used MOD13Q1 remote sensing data from Google Earth Engine (GEE) platform between 2000 and 2020 to process the normalized vegetation index (NDVI) through the maximum value composites method, and calculated the vegetation coverage (FVC) using the dimidiate pixel model. The Sen+MK trend analysis method was employed to monitor the dynamics of FVC, while the Pearson correlation coefficient was utilized to quantify the responses of FVC to climate change. The results showed that the overall FVC in the Heilongjiang Basin exhibited a slight decreasing trend during 2000-2020, with an annual rate of 0.1%. The FVC in Mongolia showed a fluctuating increase trend (0.13%), while slight decrease trends were observed for Russia (0.15%) and China (0.08%). The FVC predominantly slightly degraded and severely degraded, accounting for 34% and 17% of the area, respectively, while the significantly improved area only accounted for 9%. The impact of precipitation on FVC in the study area was significantly greater than that of temperature. The proportion of areas where precipitation and temperature had a significant impact on FVC was 8.2% and 2.2%, respectively. The correlation coefficient between precipitation and FVC was the highest in Mongolia (r=0.446, P<0.05), and the lowest in Russian region (r=-0.442, P< 0.05).},
}

*Climate Change
China
*Ecosystem
*Environmental Monitoring/methods
Spatio-Temporal Analysis
Remote Sensing Technology
Rivers
Conservation of Natural Resources
Mongolia
Satellite Imagery

@article {pmid39234047,
year = {2024},
author = {Okatch, H and Remshifski, PA and Fennessey, A and Campbell, H and Barnoy, S and Friedman, J and Kern, SB and Frasso, R and Sorensen, C and Bar-Shalita, T and Hunter, LN},
title = {Climate change and its impact on health: a global collaborative learning model.},
journal = {Frontiers in medicine},
volume = {11},
number = {},
pages = {1438609},
pmid = {39234047},
issn = {2296-858X},
abstract = {To address the health effects of climate change, leaders in healthcare have called for action to integrate climate adaptation and mitigation into training programs for health professionals. However, current educators may not possess sufficient climate literacy and the expertise to effectively include such content in their respective healthcare curricula. We, an international and interprofessional partnership, collaborated with experts to develop and deploy curriculum to increase health educators' and graduate health profession students' knowledge and competencies on climate change. In a tri-step process, the first phase included recruiting interested faculty members from two institutions and varying health professions. In phase two, faculty members collaborated to develop a faculty symposium on climate change including educational competencies required of health professions, practice standards, guidelines, and profession-specific content. Symposium outcomes included broader faculty member interest and commitment to create an interprofessional climate change course for healthcare graduate students. In phase three, course development resulted from collaboration between faculty members at the two institutions and faculty members from the Global Consortium on Climate and Health Education (GCCHE), with course objectives informed by GCCHE competencies. Climate experts and faculty members delivered the course content over a 10-week period to 30 faculty members and students representing seven health professions, who were surveyed (n = 13) for feedback. This course can serve as an example for international collaborators interested in developing climate change courses for health profession students. Lessons learned in this process include: climate change novice faculty members can develop impactful climate change courses; students and faculty members can be co-learners; diverse representation in course attendees enriches the learning experience; and collaboration is key.},
}

@article {pmid39233440,
year = {2024},
author = {Hosseiniyan Khatibi, SM and Dimaano, NG and Veliz, E and Sundaresan, V and Ali, J},
title = {Exploring and exploiting the rice phytobiome to tackle climate change challenges.},
journal = {Plant communications},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {101078},
doi = {10.1016/j.xplc.2024.101078},
pmid = {39233440},
issn = {2590-3462},
abstract = {The future of agriculture is uncertain under the current climate change scenario. Climate change directly and indirectly affects the biotic and abiotic elements that control agroecosystems, jeopardizing the safety of the world's food supply. A new area that focuses on characterizing the phytobiome is emerging. The phytobiome comprises plants and their immediate surroundings, involving numerous interdependent microscopic and macroscopic organisms that affect the health and productivity of plants. Phytobiome studies primarily focus on the microbial communities associated with plants, which are referred to as the plant microbiome. The development of high-throughput sequencing technologies over the past ten years has dramatically advanced the understanding of the structure, functionality, and dynamics of the phytobiome; however, comprehensive methods for using this knowledge are lacking, particularly on major crops such as rice. Taking into account the impact of rice production on world food security, gaining fresh perspectives on the interdependent and interrelated components of the rice phytobiome could enhance rice production and crop health, sustain rice ecosystem function, and combat the effects of climate change. Our review re-conceptualizes the complex dynamics of the microscopic and macroscopic components in the rice phytobiome as influenced by human interventions and changing environmental conditions driven by climate change. We also discuss the interdisciplinary and systematic approaches to decipher and reprogram the sophisticated interactions in the rice phytobiome using novel strategies and cutting-edge technology. Converging the gigantic datasets and complex information on the rice phytobiome and its application in the context of regenerative agriculture could lead to sustainable rice farming practices that are resilient to the impacts of climate change.},
}

@article {pmid39233419,
year = {2024},
author = {Yang, ST and Wang, HC and Jing, WK and Wang, QG and Yan, HJ and Qiu, XQ and Jian, HY},
title = {Simulation of climate change effect on the global distribution of Rosa multiflora.},
journal = {Ying yong sheng tai xue bao = The journal of applied ecology},
volume = {35},
number = {7},
pages = {1897-1906},
doi = {10.13287/j.1001-9332.202407.022},
pmid = {39233419},
issn = {1001-9332},
mesh = {*Rosa/growth & development ; *Climate Change ; *Introduced Species ; China ; *Ecosystem ; Computer Simulation ; Plant Dispersal ; },
abstract = {Rosa multiflora, originated from East Asia, is one of the original ancestors of modern roses. It is also an important genetic resource and rootstock for rose cultivation. Due to its high resistance and vigorous growth, R. multiflora has become an invasive species in some introduction sites, such as North America. To explore the correlation between the suitable habitat of R. multiflora and climate change, we predicted its potential geographic distribution with an optimized MaxEnt model based on 1246 distribution records and nine bioclimatic variables. The results showed that the mean temperature of the coldest quarter, minimum temperature of the coldest month, precipitation of the warmest quarter, and isothermality were significant bioclimatic variables affecting the potential geographic distribution of R. multiflora. Under current climate conditions, R. multiflora naturally distributed in the plains and hilly areas to the east and south of the Loess Plateau. The distribution pattern in the mid-holocene was similar to its current distribution, but the highly suitable distribution area was in the south of North China Plain, the Sichuan Basin, and parts of the Middle-Lower Yangtze Plain. During the last interglacial, the suitable areas generally contrac-ted southward, while the highly suitable areas significantly expanded and mainly located in the Sichuan Basin, the Middle-Lower Yangtze Plains, the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau, and the Southeast Hills. Beyond its natural distribution in East Asia, R. multiflora had been introduced and spread to most parts of Europe and the central and eastern United States. The distribution area of R. multiflora would expand under three warming scenarios of different shared socioeconomic pathways (SSP1-2.6, SSP2-4.5, and SSP5-8.5) during 2041-2060 and 2081-2100. Its average distribution center (centroid) would shift towards higher latitude, indicating that the distribution of R. multiflora was closely related to climate change and that global warming might lead to an expansion of its distribution area. These results would improve our understanding of the ecological adaptability of R. multiflora, facilitate the predicting of its future distribution, and provide a theoretical basis for monitoring and early warning measures following its introduction.},
}

*Rosa/growth & development
*Climate Change
*Introduced Species
China
*Ecosystem
Computer Simulation
Plant Dispersal

@article {pmid39233075,
year = {2024},
author = {Huang, H and Zhou, Z and Peng, D and Chu, J},
title = {Potential impacts of climate change on cephalopods in a highly productive region (Northwest Pacific): Habitat suitability and management.},
journal = {The Science of the total environment},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {175794},
doi = {10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.175794},
pmid = {39233075},
issn = {1879-1026},
abstract = {Cephalopods occupy a mid-trophic level in marine ecosystems and are vital both ecologically and as fishery resources. However, under the pressure of climate change and fishing, the sustainability of cephalopod resources requires reasonable management. This study aims to study climate change and fishing impacts on the common economic cephalopod species habitats using species distribution models. We take the northwest Pacific Ocean region as an example, which stands out as a significant region for cephalopod production around the world. Results found that the habitats of cephalopods are moving to higher latitudes or deeper waters (Bohai Sea, mid-bottom Yellow Sea, or the Okinawa Trough waters) under climate change. Additionally, these regions are currently under lower fishing pressure, which suggests that species migration might mitigate the effects of warming and fishing. This study provides the large-scale assessment of the distribution range of cephalopods affected by climate change coping with fishing pressure in the northwest Pacific Ocean. By identifying climate refuges and key fishing grounds, we underscore the importance of this information for managing cephalopod resources in the context of climate adaptation and sustainable fishing practices.},
}

@article {pmid39232390,
year = {2024},
author = {Tito, VR and Kazem, H and Kadia, SO and Paquito, B},
title = {A systematic review of mental health and climate change in the Philippines.},
journal = {Asian journal of psychiatry},
volume = {101},
number = {},
pages = {104191},
doi = {10.1016/j.ajp.2024.104191},
pmid = {39232390},
issn = {1876-2026},
abstract = {The Philippines are at the forefront of climate change impacts, including those related to health and well-being, but information on mental health and well-being are typically underreported. To help address this research lacuna, we conducted a systematic literature review. We aimed to provide an overview of current research knowledge and research gaps regarding the impacts of climate change outcomes on Filipinos' mental health and well-being. Consulting 8 databases, we identified 951 records. The final analysis included 32 studies: 16 quantitative, 11 qualitative, 2 longitudinal, 2 experimental, and 1 published report. A narrative synthesis has been performed to synthesize the findings from included studies. Studies were presented in four sections: 1) Risks to mental health following a natural disaster, 2) Determinants of post-traumatic stress disorder risks, 3) Resilience and post-traumatic growth following natural disasters, and 4) Personal experiences and other mental health outcomes. Reviewed data show that climate change outcomes strongly and negatively impact Filippino's mental health and well-being. Climate change outcomes also, negatively affect mental health through indirect (e.g., sleep disorders) and long-term pathways for example by being exposed to stressors such as migration, conflict, and violence. A set of coping strategies was identified which include banding together, mobilizing health experts, and expanding the local relationships with health workers. Future prospective studies should assess the effects of rising sea levels and vector-borne diseases among frontline communities. More interventional studies assessing preventive interventions and health promotion initiatives should be carried out to mitigate mental health disorders and improve well-being, thus contributing to improved health outcomes.},
}

@article {pmid39232328,
year = {2024},
author = {Xu, M and Sun, Y and Wang, H and Qi, P and Peng, Z and Wu, Y and Zhang, G},
title = {Altitude characteristics in the response of rain-on-snow flood risk to future climate change in a high-latitude water tower.},
journal = {Journal of environmental management},
volume = {369},
number = {},
pages = {122292},
doi = {10.1016/j.jenvman.2024.122292},
pmid = {39232328},
issn = {1095-8630},
abstract = {Global warming is profoundly impacting snowmelt runoff processes in seasonal freeze-thaw zones, thereby altering the risk of rain-on-snow (ROS) floods. These changes not only affect the frequency of floods but also alter the allocation of water resources, which has implications for agriculture and other key economic sectors. While these risks present a significant threat to our lives and economies, the risk of ROS floods triggered by climate change has not received the attention it deserves. Therefore, we chose Changbai Mountain, a water tower in a high-latitude cold zone, as a typical study area. The semi-distributed hydrological model SWAT is coupled with CMIP6 meteorological data, and four shared socioeconomic pathways (SSP126, SSP245, SSP370, and SSP585) are selected after bias correction, thus quantifying the impacts of climate change on hydrological processes in the Changbai Mountain region as well as future evolution of the ROS flood risk. The results indicate that: (1) Under future climate change scenarios, snowmelt in most areas of the Changbai Mountains decreases. The annual average snowmelt under SSP126, SSP245, SSP370, and SSP585 is projected to be 148.65 mm, 135.63 mm, 123.44 mm, and 116.5 mm, respectively. The onset of snowmelt is projected to advance in the future. Specifically, in the Songhua River (SR) and Yalu River (YR) regions, the start of snowmelt is expected to advance by 1-11 days. Spatially, significant reductions in snowmelt were observed in both the central part of the watershed and the lower reaches of the river under SSP585 scenario. (2) In 2021-2060, the frequency of ROS floods decreases sequentially for different scenarios, with SSP 126 > SSP 245 > SSP 370 > SSP 585. The frequency increments of ROS floods in the source area for the four scenarios were 0.12 days/year, 0.1 d/yr, 0.13 days/year, and 0.15 days/year, respectively. The frequency of high-elevation ROS events increases in the YR in the low emission scenario. Conversely, in high emission scenarios, YR high-elevation ROS events will only increase in 2061-2100. This phenomenon is more pronounced in the Tumen River (TR), where floods become more frequent with increasing elevation.},
}

@article {pmid39232275,
year = {2024},
author = {Keppel, G and Stralberg, D and Morelli, TL and Bátori, Z},
title = {Managing climate-change refugia to prevent extinctions.},
journal = {Trends in ecology & evolution},
volume = {39},
number = {9},
pages = {800-808},
doi = {10.1016/j.tree.2024.05.002},
pmid = {39232275},
issn = {1872-8383},
mesh = {*Climate Change ; *Conservation of Natural Resources/methods ; *Extinction, Biological ; *Refugium ; *Biodiversity ; Animals ; },
abstract = {Earth is facing simultaneous biodiversity and climate crises. Climate-change refugia - areas that are relatively buffered from climate change - can help address both of these problems by maintaining biodiversity components when the surrounding landscape no longer can. However, this capacity to support biodiversity is often vulnerable to severe climate change and other stressors. Thus, management actions need to consider the complex and multidimensional nature of refugia. We outline an approach to understand refugia-promoting processes and to evaluate refugial capacity to determine suitable management actions. Our framework applies climate-change refugia as tools to facilitate resistance in modern conservation planning. Such refugia-focused management can reduce extinctions and maintain biodiversity under climate change.},
}

*Climate Change
*Conservation of Natural Resources/methods
*Extinction, Biological
*Refugium
*Biodiversity
Animals

@article {pmid39232116,
year = {2024},
author = {Loughnan, D and Joly, S and Legault, G and Kharouba, HM and Betancourt, M and Wolkovich, EM},
title = {Phenology varies with phylogeny but not by trophic level with climate change.},
journal = {Nature ecology & evolution},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
pmid = {39232116},
issn = {2397-334X},
abstract = {Shifts in phenology with climate change can lead to asynchrony between interacting species, with cascading impacts on ecosystem services. Previous meta-analyses have produced conflicting results on whether asynchrony has increased in recent decades, but the underlying data have also varied-including in species composition, interaction types and whether studies compared data grouped by trophic level or compared shifts in known interacting species pairs. Here, using updated data from previous studies and a Bayesian phylogenetic model, we found that species have advanced an average of 3.1 days per decade across 1,279 time series across 29 taxonomic classes. We found no evidence that shifts vary by trophic level: shifts were similar when grouped by trophic level, and for species pairs when grouped by their type of interaction-either as paired species known to interact or as randomly paired species. Phenology varied with phylogeny (λ = 0.4), suggesting that uneven sampling of species may affect estimates of phenology and potentially phenological shifts. These results could aid forecasting for well-sampled groups but suggest that climate change has not yet led to widespread increases in phenological asynchrony across interacting species, although substantial biases in current data make forecasting for most groups difficult.},
}

@article {pmid39232079,
year = {2024},
author = {Li, C and Luo, G and Yue, C and Zhang, L and Duan, Y and Liu, Y and Yang, S and Wang, Z and Chen, P},
title = {Distribution patterns and potential suitable habitat prediction of Ceracris kiangsu (Orthoptera: Arcypteridae) under climate change- a case study of China and Southeast Asia.},
journal = {Scientific reports},
volume = {14},
number = {1},
pages = {20580},
pmid = {39232079},
issn = {2045-2322},
mesh = {Animals ; *Ecosystem ; *Climate Change ; China ; Asia, Southeastern ; Orthoptera/physiology ; Animal Distribution ; Grasshoppers/physiology ; },
abstract = {Ceracris kiangsu (Orthoptera: Arcypteridae), is greatly affected by climatic factors and exhibits strong adaptability, posing a serious threat to the ecological environment. Therefore, predicting its potential suitable habitat distribution provides a proactive theoretical basis for pest control. This study using the Biomod2 package of R simulated and predicted the current and future potential distribution, area changes, changes in the center points of suitable habitats, and niche shifts of C. kiangsu under two different greenhouse gas emission scenarios, SSP1-26 and SSP5-85. The results show that: (1) Currently, the high suitability areas for C. kiangsu are mainly distributed in Yunnan, Jiangxi, Hunan provinces in southern China and phongsaly province in northern Laos. In the future, the center of the suitable habitat distribution pattern of C. kiangsu will remain unchanged, primarily expanding outward from medium and high suitability areas. Additionally, significant suitable habitats for C. kiangsu were discovered in Southeast Asian countries without previous pest records. (2) Compared to the present, the overall suitable habitat area for C. kiangsu is expected to expand, particularly under the SSP5-85 climate change scenario. (3) In the SSP1-26 and SSP5-85 climate scenarios, the geometric center of the suitable habitat generally shows a trend of gradually shifting northeast. (4) Under different climate scenarios, the suitable habitat of C. kiangsu has highly overlapping, indicating that the suitable habitat of C. kiangsu in the invaded areas is broader than in its native regions. In conclusion, the research findings represent a breakthrough in identifying the potential distribution areas of C. kiangsu, which is of great practical significance for the monitoring and control of C. kiangsu pest infestation in China and Southeast Asian countries.},
}

Animals
*Ecosystem
*Climate Change
China
Asia, Southeastern
Orthoptera/physiology
Animal Distribution
Grasshoppers/physiology

@article {pmid39232016,
year = {2024},
author = {Sharaftmandrad, M and Abedi Sarvestani, A and Shahraki, M and Hassanzadeh Nafooti, M},
title = {Uncovering the reasons behind the failure of pastoralists in adopting climate change adaptation strategies.},
journal = {Scientific reports},
volume = {14},
number = {1},
pages = {20602},
pmid = {39232016},
issn = {2045-2322},
abstract = {Climate change has caused pastoralists to face serious challenges all around the world. To reduce climate change vulnerability, adaptation strategies need to be adopted by pastoralists. In this regard, the present research was done to seek the reasons for the failure of the northeastern pastoralists of Iran in adopting climate change adaptation strategies. The study is descriptive, which conducted by a field survey. The target population included 249 pastoralists from 7 pastoral units, of whom 148 people were selected as sample size using the stratified random sampling technique. The survey instrument was a researcher-made questionnaire. The content validity and face validity of the questionnaire were checked by the experts. Convergent validity was also confirmed based on the average variance extracted (AVE). Cronbach's α coefficient and composite reliability (CR) were used to evaluate the internal consistency of the questionnaire. The results showed that social and, regulatory and insurance components were the most critical internal and external weaknesses of the pastoralists' failure in adopting climate change adaptation strategies, respectively. Structural equation modeling showed that external weaknesses had positive and significant effects on internal weaknesses of the pastoralists' failure in adopting climate change adaptation strategies.},
}

@article {pmid39231177,
year = {2024},
author = {Mondo, JM and Chuma, GB and Matiti, HM and Kihye, JB and Bagula, EM and Karume, K and Kahindo, C and Egeru, A and Majaliwa, JM and Agre, PA and Adebola, PA and Asfaw, A},
title = {Crop calendar optimization for climate change adaptation in yam farming in South-Kivu, eastern D.R. Congo.},
journal = {PloS one},
volume = {19},
number = {9},
pages = {e0309775},
pmid = {39231177},
issn = {1932-6203},
mesh = {*Climate Change ; *Dioscorea/growth & development/physiology ; Democratic Republic of the Congo ; *Crops, Agricultural/growth & development ; Rain ; Agriculture/methods ; Seasons ; Temperature ; },
abstract = {The traditional crop calendar for yam (Dioscorea spp.) in South-Kivu, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), is becoming increasingly inadequate given the significant climatic variability observed over the last three decades. This study aimed at: (i) assessing trends in weather data across time and space to ascertain climate change, and (ii) optimizing the yam crop calendar for various South-Kivu agro-ecological zones (AEZs) to adapt to the changing climate. The 1990-2022 weather data series were downloaded from the NASA-MERRA platform, bias correction was carried out using local weather stations' records, and analyses were performed using RClimDex 1.9. Local knowledge and CROPWAT 8.0 were used to define planting dates for yam in different AEZs. Results showed the existence of four AEZs in the South-Kivu province, with contrasting altitudes, temperatures, and rainfall patterns. Climate change is real in all these South-Kivu's AEZs, resulting either in rainfall deficits in some areas, or extreme rainfall events in others, with significant temperature increases across all AEZs. Suitable yam planting dates varied with AEZs, September 15th and 20th were recommended for the AEZ 2 while October 15th was optimal for AEZ 1, AEZ 3, and AEZ 4. However, none of the planting date scenarios could meet the yam water requirements in AEZ1, AEZ3, and AEZ4, since the effective rainfall (Pmm) was always inferior to the plant water demand (ETc), meaning that soil water conservation practices are needed for optimum plant growth and yield in these AEZs. This study does not recommend planting yam during the short rainy season owing to prolonged droughts coinciding with critical growth phases of yam, unless supplemental irrigation is envisaged. This study provided insights on the nature of climate change across the past three decades and suggested a yam crop calendar that suits the changing climate of eastern DRC.},
}

*Climate Change
*Dioscorea/growth & development/physiology
Democratic Republic of the Congo
*Crops, Agricultural/growth & development
Rain
Agriculture/methods
Seasons
Temperature

@article {pmid39230886,
year = {2024},
author = {Chekuri, B and O'Connor, T and Lemery, J},
title = {Climate Change and Preventable Injuries.},
journal = {JAMA},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1001/jama.2024.13818},
pmid = {39230886},
issn = {1538-3598},
}

@article {pmid39229603,
year = {2024},
author = {Mutsvene, T and Klingelhöfer, HE},
title = {Hedging climate change risks in Southern Africa's agricultural industry using catastrophe bonds.},
journal = {Jamba (Potchefstroom, South Africa)},
volume = {16},
number = {1},
pages = {1641},
pmid = {39229603},
issn = {1996-1421},
abstract = {UNLABELLED: The agricultural sector is one of the key economic contributors in Southern Africa. However, agricultural production has been highly affected by climate change risks such as tropical cyclones, floods, droughts, heatwaves, hail, etc., which threaten food and nutrition security, livelihoods and business sustainability. Because of underwriting capacity problems, insurers and reinsurers have failed to provide cover for climate change risks. Also, derivatives have failed to provide a reliable option for hedging such risks. This paper explores the concept of catastrophe bonds (CAT bonds) in providing climate change risk finance. Employing the content analysis, the research shows how CAT bonds can help traditional (re)insurance in providing sufficient hedge against climate change risks and in improving disaster-preparedness, disaster risk-reduction, post-recovery initiatives and sustainable socio-economic agricultural development. The findings show that the adoption of CAT bonds can improve (re)insurers´ underwriting capacity and may enhance agricultural land policies, development, food and nutrition security and employment.

CONTRIBUTION: The paper shows how CAT bonds can be employed to hedge against climate change risks in agricultural production and to increase (re)insurers´ underwriting capacity. It further discusses the attractiveness of CAT bonds as another investment option for agricultural investors and how to develop and institutionalise a CAT bond market.},
}

@article {pmid39229601,
year = {2024},
author = {Muragijimana, C and Ntakirutimana, T and Khan, S},
title = {Climate change, culture and health: Indigenous resilience, a study from Turkana County, Kenya.},
journal = {Jamba (Potchefstroom, South Africa)},
volume = {16},
number = {1},
pages = {1647},
pmid = {39229601},
issn = {1996-1421},
abstract = {UNLABELLED: Climate change and recurring droughts-induced effects on health are becoming an increasingly main global, cultural and public health burden. The heaviest health burden leans on the fragile socio-economic systems among the remote agro-pastoral communities, living in the arid and semi-arid lands (ASALs). Previous studies underlined the indispensability of indigenous knowledge (IK) for resilience-driven disaster risk reduction (DRR) strategies. However, more attention has been drawn towards the necessity of IK in weather forecasts, with less emphasis on its indispensability to alleviate health burden associated with climate change and droughts. We explored the contextual application of IK-based adaptation and related complementarity aspects for culturally relevant and sustainable DRR strategies for the nomadic agro-pastoral communities in Lopur, Turkana, Kenya. Relying on a descriptive qualitative study in phenomenological approach, purposive sampling and focus group discussions with key community influencers, a thematic analysis was conducted for an in-depth understanding and interpretation of data patterns. The contextualised insights revealed the growing vulnerability as a result of the disconnect between modern interventions, IK and the newly adopted environmental degrading coping tactics. Policy-wise, the findings portrayed the necessity for cultural integration and incorporation of indigenous knowledge-based strategies and systems for reinforced information dissemination, accessibility and acceptability for droughts preparedness and response.

CONTRIBUTION: This study underlined the existing room for scientific exploration of the already existing indigenous knowledge-based solutions for food and water insecurity, towards improved resilience for the vulnerable communities experiencing inequitable climate change calamities in the ASALs.},
}

@article {pmid39229052,
year = {2024},
author = {Couper, LI and Dodge, TO and Hemker, JA and Kim, BY and Exposito-Alonso, M and Brem, RB and Mordecai, EA and Bitter, MC},
title = {Evolutionary adaptation under climate change: Aedes sp. demonstrates potential to adapt to warming.},
journal = {bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1101/2024.08.23.609454},
pmid = {39229052},
issn = {2692-8205},
abstract = {UNLABELLED: Climate warming is expected to shift the distributions of mosquitoes and mosquito-borne diseases, facilitating expansions at cool range edges and contractions at warm edges. However, whether mosquito populations could maintain their warm range edges through evolutionary adaptation remains unknown. Here, we investigate the potential for thermal adaptation in Aedes sierrensis , a congener of the major disease vector species that experiences large thermal gradients in its native range, by assaying tolerance to prolonged and acute heat exposure, and their genetic basis in a diverse, field-derived population. We found pervasive evidence of heritable genetic variation in acute heat tolerance, which phenotypically trades off with tolerance to prolonged heat exposure. A simple evolutionary model based on our data shows that, under most scenarios, the estimated maximum rate of evolutionary adaptation in mosquito heat tolerance exceeds that of projected climate warming. Our findings indicate that natural mosquito populations likely have the potential to track projected warming via genetic adaptation. Prior climate-based projections may thus underestimate the range of mosquito and mosquito-borne disease distributions under future climate conditions.

SIGNIFICANCE STATEMENT: Global change may have profound impacts on the distribution of mosquito-borne diseases, which collectively cause nearly one million deaths each year. Accurately predicting these impacts is critical for disease control preparedness, and will depend, in part, on whether mosquitoes can adapt to warming-a key open question. Using experimental and genomic data from a relative of major vector species that already experiences a wide thermal gradient, we find that natural mosquito populations have high levels of genetically-based variation in heat tolerance that could enable adaptation on pace with warming. Incorporating the potential for adaptive responses may therefore be necessary for accurate predictions of mosquito-borne disease distributions under warming, which is critical for preparing mosquito control interventions.},
}

@article {pmid39228814,
year = {2024},
author = {Yang, J and Zhao, Z and Fang, W and Ma, Z and Liu, M and Bi, J},
title = {China's progress in synergetic governance of climate change and multiple environmental issues.},
journal = {PNAS nexus},
volume = {3},
number = {9},
pages = {pgae351},
pmid = {39228814},
issn = {2752-6542},
abstract = {Advancing the synergetic control of climate change and environmental crisis is crucial for achieving global sustainable development goals. This study evaluates synergetic governance levels over climate change and four environmental issues at the provincial level in China from 2009 to 2020. Our findings reveal significant progress in China's coordinated efforts to mitigate carbon emissions, reduce air pollutants, and conserve water resources. However, there remains room for improvement in managing solid waste and protecting ecological systems and overall progress in synergetic governance has slowed since 2015. Employing a random forest model, we identify socio-economic factors with great influence on synergetic climate change and environmental governance, such as energy intensity, service sector development, electronic equipment manufacturing, and transportation. Additionally, we reveal nonlinear relationships between some factors and performance of environmental subsystems, including both plateau effects (e.g. output in the smelting of ferrous metals) and U-shaped patterns (e.g. output in the manufacturing of metal products), possibly attributed to constraints in end-of-pipe treatment capacities and complexities in supply chain networks. Furthermore, through hierarchical clustering analysis, we classify provinces into four groups and provide tailored recommendations for policymakers to enhance synergetic governance levels in their respective regions. The framework established in this study also serves as a valuable reference for countries seeking to develop practical and context-specific solutions to mitigate climate and environmental risks.},
}

@article {pmid39228044,
year = {2024},
author = {Miller, FW},
title = {The Environment, Lifestyles and Climate Change: The Many Nongenetic Contributors to The Long and Winding Road to Autoimmune Diseases.},
journal = {Arthritis care & research},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1002/acr.25423},
pmid = {39228044},
issn = {2151-4658},
abstract = {A critical unanswered question is what is causing the increase in the prevalence of autoimmunity and autoimmune diseases around the world. Given the rapidity of change, this is likely the result of major recent alterations in our exposures to environmental risk factors for these diseases. More evidence is becoming available that the evolution of autoimmune disease, years or even decades in the making, results from multiple exposures that alter susceptible genomes and immune systems over time. Exposures during sensitive phases in key developmental or hormonal periods may set the stage for the effects of later exposures. It is likely that synergistic and additive impacts of exposure mixtures result in chronic low-level inflammation. This inflammation may eventually pass thresholds that lead to immune system activation and autoimmunity, and, with further molecular and pathologic changes, the complete clinical syndrome emerges. Much work remains to be done to define the mechanisms and risk and protective factors for autoimmune conditions. However, evidence points to a variety of pollutants, xenobiotics, infections, occupational exposures, medications, smoking, psychosocial stressors, changes in diet, obesity, exercise, and sleep patterns, as well as climate change impacts of increased heat, storms, floods, wildfires, droughts, ultraviolet radiation, malnutrition, and changing infections, as possible contributors. Substantial investments in defining the role of causal factors, in whom and when their effects are most important, the necessary and sufficient gene-environment interactions, improved diagnostics and therapies, and preventative strategies are needed now to limit the many negative personal, societal, and financial impacts that will otherwise occur.},
}

@article {pmid39227637,
year = {2024},
author = {Yang, Z and Jing, Z and Zhai, X and Vic, C and Sun, H and de Lavergne, C and Yuan, M},
title = {Enhanced generation of internal tides under global warming.},
journal = {Nature communications},
volume = {15},
number = {1},
pages = {7657},
pmid = {39227637},
issn = {2041-1723},
support = {42325601 and 92358303//National Natural Science Foundation of China (National Science Foundation of China)/ ; 42306013//National Natural Science Foundation of China (National Science Foundation of China)/ ; },
abstract = {A primary driver of deep-ocean mixing is breaking of internal tides generated via interactions of barotropic tides with topography. It is important to understand how the energy conversion from barotropic to internal tides responds to global warming. Here we address this question by applying a linear model of internal tide generation to coupled global climate model simulations under a high carbon emission scenario. The energy conversion to high-mode internal tides is projected to rise by about 8% by the end of the 21st century, whereas the energy conversion to low-mode internal tides remains nearly unchanged. The intensified near-bottom stratification under global warming increases energy conversion into both low and high-mode internal tides. In contrast, the intensified depth-averaged stratification reduces the modal horizontal wavenumber of internal tides, leading to increased (decreased) energy conversion into high (low)- mode internal tides. Our findings imply stronger mixing over rough topography under global warming, which should be properly parameterized in climate models for more accurate projections of future climate changes.},
}

@article {pmid39226553,
year = {2024},
author = {Campos, LS},
title = {Climate Change, the Environment, and Health: A Call to Action.},
journal = {Acta medica portuguesa},
volume = {37},
number = {9},
pages = {579-581},
doi = {10.20344/amp.22100},
pmid = {39226553},
issn = {1646-0758},
mesh = {*Climate Change ; Humans ; Global Health ; Environmental Health ; Environment ; },
}

*Climate Change
Humans
Global Health
Environmental Health
Environment

@article {pmid39225510,
year = {2024},
author = {Soomro, S and Zhou, D and Charan, IA},
title = {Investigating associations between climate change anxiety and mental health impact on vulnerable populations: A qualitative analysis.},
journal = {African journal of reproductive health},
volume = {28},
number = {8},
pages = {108-121},
doi = {10.29063/ajrh2024/v28i8.11},
pmid = {39225510},
issn = {1118-4841},
mesh = {Humans ; *Climate Change ; Female ; Adolescent ; Child ; *Mental Health ; *Qualitative Research ; Male ; *Vulnerable Populations/psychology ; *Anxiety/epidemiology/psychology ; Pakistan/epidemiology ; Interviews as Topic ; Students/psychology ; },
abstract = {Climate anxiety has a negative impact on the mental health and psychological wellbeing of the vulnerable population. The goal is to assess many factors that affect mental health and psychological wellbeing, as well as how climate change affects mental health in Pakistan's vulnerable population. This study provides evidence-based insights on the long- and medium-term impacts of extreme weather events on mental health. We conducted semi-structured interviews with a sample of 72 students aged 10-16 years, employing an exploratory qualitative design. The resulting process identified themes and questions for future research on climate change and its psychological effects on children's mental health. As a result, positive emotions embedded in children's climate strategic actions in parent and community contexts helped to mitigate children's perceptions of negative emotions (such as climate anxiety, phobias, fear, sleep disorders, depression, sadness, and substance abuse). Climate change's effects can have a significant impact on mental health. We will be discussing effective strategies to address the expected mental health issues among children caused by climate change. The discussion paper offers a set of recommendations for addressing the mental health impacts of climate change, including improving mental health support systems, integrating climate change education into services, and developing targeted interventions for vulnerable populations.},
}

Humans
*Climate Change
Female
Adolescent
Child
*Mental Health
*Qualitative Research
Male
*Vulnerable Populations/psychology
*Anxiety/epidemiology/psychology
Pakistan/epidemiology
Interviews as Topic
Students/psychology

@article {pmid39224369,
year = {2024},
author = {He, F and Liang, L and Wang, H and Li, A and La, M and Wang, Y and Zhang, X and Zou, D},
title = {Amphibians rise to flourishing under climate change on the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau.},
journal = {Heliyon},
volume = {10},
number = {16},
pages = {e35860},
pmid = {39224369},
issn = {2405-8440},
abstract = {Amphibian populations are declining globally due to climate change. However, the impacts on the geographic distribution of amphibians on the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau (QTP), a global biodiversity hotspot with 112 species of amphibians that is sensitive to global climate change, remains unclear. In this study, MaxEnt and barycentre shift analyses were performed to reveal the impact of climate change on the potential future habitats of amphibians on the QTP using the BCC-CSM2-MR global climate model of the Coupled Model Intercomparison Projects Phase 6 (CMIP6) climate pattern with three shared socioeconomic pathways (SSP). In contrast to the widespread decline in the amphibian population, the future scenarios projected an increase in most amphibian habitats on the QTP, accompanied by migration to higher elevations or latitudes under three climatic projections (SSP 1-2.6, 3-7.0, and 5-8.5). Average annual precipitation was the most crucial environmental variable impacting the future distribution of amphibians. The findings indicate that amphibians would flourish under climate change on the QTP, which is of great significance for the protection of amphibians and biodiversity on the QTP.},
}

@article {pmid39224333,
year = {2024},
author = {Akinkuolie, TA and Ogunbode, TO and Oyebamiji, VO},
title = {Evaluating constraints associated with farmers' adaptation strategies to climate change impact on farming in the tropical environment.},
journal = {Heliyon},
volume = {10},
number = {16},
pages = {e36086},
pmid = {39224333},
issn = {2405-8440},
abstract = {The persistent threat of climate change poses challenges to food security, despite numerous adaptation strategies, necessitating attention to achieve sustainable livelihoods. This study conducted a survey among 220 farmers in fifteen selected rural communities from five political wards in Ondo West Local Government Area, Ondo State, Nigeria, using a multistage sampling technique. Both descriptive and inferential statistical methods were used to analyse data obtained. The results indicated that 90 % of the farmers had knowledge of consequences of climate change, while 75 % have adopted various strategies to cope with the menace. The data were factorable at p ≤ 0.05 using KMO and Bartlett's tests. Four variables were extracted out of nine analysed as significant to the explanation of constraints to CC adaptation strategies, namely: engagement in other jobs (16.499 %); farmers' experience with the varying nature of weather patterns (14.526 %); farm size variation (13.485 %); and the difficulty posed by coping with recurring erratic rainfall (11.925 %). All four variables identified and extracted explained 56.446 % of the constraints hindering farmers from coping with climate change. The study recommended further studies to identify other variables that could be accountable for the constraints in coping with the climate change scenario in the study area. The contributions of farmers' experiences to the failure of various strategies in coping with climate change form the nexus to other extracted variables and, therefore, need further investigation for sustainable agriculture globally.},
}

@article {pmid39224273,
year = {2024},
author = {Viet Ha, TT and Zhou, W},
title = {Response of the Northeast China grain market to climate change based on the gravity model approach.},
journal = {Heliyon},
volume = {10},
number = {16},
pages = {e36139},
pmid = {39224273},
issn = {2405-8440},
abstract = {Scientific evidence has revealed that climate change negatively affects agricultural crop production both regionally and globally. Previous studies have indicated that the role of climate change is significant in some parts of China. Thus, assessing the impact of the future climate on the grain market is vital for ensuring regional and national food security. In this study, regional climate model (RCM 4.5 and 8.5) simulations were employed to investigate the role of future climate change on a major grain-producing market in China (Northeast China). For this purpose, historical (2004-2017) and future (2020-2076) data were applied in the gravity model to examine the effects of climate change on the Northeast China grain market. The results revealed that the maximum temperature is a crucial climate factor that significantly affects the grain market. The analysis revealed that precipitation was positively related and that the temperature was significantly negatively related to domestic consumption and exports of rice, maize, and soybean. Moreover, the analysis of the RCM (4.5 and 8.5) simulations revealed a negative contribution of the maximum temperature to domestic consumption and export levels. Overall, the analysis enhances our understanding of the impacts of climate change on the Northeast China grain market.},
}

@article {pmid39224164,
year = {2024},
author = {Gao, J and Wei, Z and Jin, Y},
title = {The impact of elevation and prediction of climate change on an ultra high-elevation ectotherm.},
journal = {Ecology and evolution},
volume = {14},
number = {9},
pages = {e70186},
pmid = {39224164},
issn = {2045-7758},
abstract = {Climate change may affect the survival and reproduction of ectotherms. The toad-headed lizard Phrynocephalus theobaldi, which holds the distinction of occupying the highest elevation among all reptile species on Earth, with an elevational range from 3600 to 5000 m, represents an ideal model for studying the adaptations to climatic changes across elevational gradients. Here, we used mechanistic and hybrid species distribution models (HSDM) together with characteristic measurements of thermal biology (CTmax, CTmin, and Tsel) to simulate and compare the distribution and activity periods of the lizard across elevations in response to climate change. NicheMapR simulations using only climate factors predicted that all populations will be negatively impacted by climate change (+3°C) by suffering a reduced distribution. However, the impact was clearly reduced in simulations that accounted for thermal physiological traits. Longer activity periods were predicted for all populations during climate change. The suitable distribution is predicted to change slightly, with an increase anticipated for both high and low elevation populations. However, the forecast indicates a more pronounced increase in suitable habitats for populations at higher elevations (>4200 m) compared to those at lower elevations (<4200 m). This study underscores the key influence of climate change on population establishment and stresses the importance of physiological traits in distribution simulation for future studies to understand the potential constraints in animal adaptation to extreme high environments.},
}

@article {pmid39222727,
year = {2024},
author = {Han, W and Zheng, J and Guan, J and Liu, Y and Liu, L and Han, C and Li, J and Li, C and Tian, R and Mao, X},
title = {A greater negative impact of future climate change on vegetation in Central Asia: Evidence from trajectory/pattern analysis.},
journal = {Environmental research},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {119898},
doi = {10.1016/j.envres.2024.119898},
pmid = {39222727},
issn = {1096-0953},
abstract = {In the context of global warming, vegetation changes exhibit various patterns, yet previous studies have focused primarily on monotonic changes, often overlooking the complexity and diversity of multiple change processes. Therefore, it is crucial to further explore vegetation dynamics and diverse change trajectories in this region under future climate scenarios to obtain a more comprehensive understanding of local ecosystem evolution. In this study, we established an integrated machine learning prediction framework and a vegetation change trajectory recognition framework to predict the dynamics of vegetation in Central Asia under future climate change scenarios and identify its change trajectories, thus revealing the potential impacts of future climate change on vegetation in the region. The findings suggest that various future climate scenarios will negatively affect most vegetation in Central Asia, with vegetation change intensity increasing with increasing emission trajectories. Analyses of different time scales and trend variations consistently revealed more pronounced downward trends. Vegetation change trajectory analysis revealed that most vegetation has undergone nonlinear and dramatic changes, with negative changes outnumbering positive changes and curve changes outnumbering abrupt changes. Under the highest emission scenario (SSP5-8.5), the abrupt vegetation changes and curve changes are 1.7 times and 1.3 times greater, respectively, than those under the SSP1-2.6 scenario. When transitioning from lower emission pathways (SSP1-2.6, SSP2-4.5) to higher emission pathways (SSP3-7.0, SSP5-8.5), the vegetation change trajectories shift from neutral and negative curve changes to abrupt negative changes. Across climate scenarios, the key climate factors influencing vegetation changes are mostly evapotranspiration and soil moisture, with temperature and relative humidity exerting relatively minor effects. Our study reveals the negative response of vegetation in Central Asia to climate change from the perspective of vegetation dynamics and change trajectories, providing a scientific basis for the development of effective ecological protection and climate adaptation strategies.},
}

@article {pmid39222231,
year = {2024},
author = {Sahoo, D and Moharaj, P},
title = {Assessing agricultural vulnerability to climate change through dynamic indexing approach.},
journal = {Environmental science and pollution research international},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
pmid = {39222231},
issn = {1614-7499},
support = {IoE-6031//Banaras Hindu University/ ; },
abstract = {The present study aims to assess agricultural vulnerability in the context of climate change, focusing on the diverse districts of Odisha. Acknowledging that vulnerability is influenced by exposure, sensitivity, and adaptive capacity, our research incorporates the growth rate and instability of vital performance indicators to evaluate the relative vulnerability of each district. A key strength of this approach is the use of normalized indicators, weighted in accordance with the proportional acreage of major crops in each district relative to the state, culminating in a comprehensive vulnerability index through the aggregation of these weighted components. Our findings reveal significant variability in the vulnerability profiles across districts, thereby necessitating state-level intervention through tailored "Location Performance Vulnerability" based adaptation strategies. These strategies, including early weather warning systems, development of new and early maturing crop varieties, and adjustment of crop planting dates, are crucial for mitigating the adverse effects of climate change on agriculture. The study's methodology and findings offer significant contributions to the field, providing policymakers and stakeholders with a district-specific framework for climate change adaptation. This approach is especially relevant for the international academic and policy-making communities, as it highlights the importance of localized adaptation strategies in the broader context of global climate change resilience.},
}

@article {pmid39222225,
year = {2024},
author = {Wu, WT and Kono, M and Lee, CP and Chang, YY and Yang, YH and Lin, CC and Liu, TM and Li, HC and Chen, YM and Chen, PC},
title = {Climate Change Projections for Stroke Incidence in Taiwan: Impact of 2 °C and 4 °C Global Warming Level.},
journal = {Journal of epidemiology and global health},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
pmid = {39222225},
issn = {2210-6014},
support = {MOST-111-2119-M-002//National Science Council (NSC), Executive Yuan, Taiwan/ ; },
abstract = {OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to establish the exposure-lag-response effect between daily maximum temperature and stroke-related emergency department visits and to project heat-induced stroke impacts under global warming levels (GWL) of 2 °C and 4 °C.

METHODS: Stroke-related emergency department visits in Taiwan from 2001 to 2020 were identified using the National Health Insurance Research Database (NHIRD). The study population consisted of 1,100,074 initial stroke cases matched with 2,200,148 non-stroke controls. We employed Distributed Lag Nonlinear Models (DLNM) in a case-crossover study to investigate the association between temperature and stroke. Generalized Estimating Equations (GEE) models with a Poisson function were used to correlate high-temperature exposure with annual stroke incidence rates. Projections were made under two global warming scenarios, GWL 2.0 °C and 4.0 °C, using Coupled General Circulation Model (GCMs). Baseline data from 1995 to 2014 were transformed for spatial distribution at the township level. Geographic Information System (GIS) spatial analysis was performed using Quantum GIS 3.2.0 software.

RESULTS: DLNM exposure-lag-response effect revealed that daily maximum temperature exceeding 34 °C significantly increased the risk of stroke-related emergency department visits, particularly for ischemic stroke. Under the 2 °C GWL scenario, the frequency of days with temperatures surpassing 34 °C is projected to rise substantially by the median year of 2042, with a further increase to 92.6 ± 18.0 days/year by 2065 under the 4 °C GWL scenario. Ischemic stroke showed the highest increase in temperature-related incidence rates, notably rising from 7.80% under the GWL 2 °C to 36.06% under the GWL 4 °C. Specifically, the annual temperature-related incidence rate for ischemic stroke is expected to increase significantly by 2065. Regions such as Taichung, Hsinchu, Yilan, and Taitung demonstrated pronounced changes in heat-related ischemic stroke incidence under the GWL 4 °C.

CONCLUSIONS: The findings emphasize the importance of addressing temperature-related stroke risks, particularly in regions projected to experience significant temperature increases. Effective mitigation strategies are crucial to reduce the impact of rising temperatures on stroke incidence and safeguard public health.},
}

@article {pmid39221818,
year = {2024},
author = {Kouakou, YE and Dely, ID and Doumbia, M and Ouattara, A and N'da, EJ and Brou, KE and Zouzou, YA and Cissé, G and Koné, B},
title = {Methodological framework for assessing malaria risk associated with climate change in Côte d'Ivoire.},
journal = {Geospatial health},
volume = {19},
number = {2},
pages = {},
doi = {10.4081/gh.2024.1285},
pmid = {39221818},
issn = {1970-7096},
mesh = {Cote d'Ivoire/epidemiology ; Humans ; *Malaria/epidemiology ; *Climate Change ; Risk Assessment ; Female ; Pregnancy ; Risk Factors ; Child, Preschool ; },
abstract = {Malaria is the leading cause of morbidity among children under five years of age and pregnant women in Côte d'Ivoire. We assessed the geographical distribution of its risk in all climatic zones of the country based on the Fifth Assessment Report (AR5) of the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) approach to climate risk analysis. This methodology considers three main driving components affecting the risk: Hazard, exposure and vulnerability. Considering the malaria impact chain, various variables were identified for each of the risk factors and for each variable, a measurable indicator was identified. These indicators were then standardized, weighted through a participatory approach based on expert judgement and finally aggregated to calculate current and future risk. With regard to the four climatic zones in the country: Attieen (sub-equatorial regime) in the South, Baouleen (humid tropical) in the centre, Sudanese or equatorial (tropical transition regime) in the North and the mountainous (humid) in the West. Malaria risk among pregnant women and children under 5 was found to be higher in the mountainous and the Baouleen climate, with the hazard highest in the mountainous climate and Exposure very high in the Attieen climate. The most vulnerable districts were those in Baouleen, Attieen and the mountainous climates. By 2050, the IPCC representative concentration pathway (RCP) 4.5 and 8.5 scenarios predict an increase in risk in almost all climatic zones, compared to current levels, with the former considering a moderate scenario, with an emissions peak around 2040 followed by a decline and RCP 8.5 giving the highest baseline emissions scenario, in which emissions continue to rise. It is expected that the AR5 approach to climate risk analysis will be increasingly used in climate risk assessment studies so that it can be better assessed at a variety of scales.},
}

Cote d'Ivoire/epidemiology
Humans
*Malaria/epidemiology
*Climate Change
Risk Assessment
Female
Pregnancy
Risk Factors
Child, Preschool

@article {pmid39221648,
year = {2024},
author = {Braz-Mota, S and Luis Val, A},
title = {Fish mortality in the Amazonian drought of 2023: the role of experimental biology in our response to climate change.},
journal = {The Journal of experimental biology},
volume = {227},
number = {17},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1242/jeb.247255},
pmid = {39221648},
issn = {1477-9145},
support = {465540/2014-7//Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico/ ; 062.1187/2017//Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado do Amazonas/ ; 001//Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior/ ; },
mesh = {Animals ; *Climate Change ; *Fishes/physiology ; *Droughts ; Brazil ; Biodiversity ; Rainforest ; },
abstract = {Higher temperatures exacerbate drought conditions by increasing evaporation rates, reducing soil moisture and altering precipitation patterns. As global temperatures rise as a result of climate change, these effects intensify, leading to more frequent and severe droughts. This link between higher temperatures and drought is particularly evident in sensitive ecosystems like the Amazon rainforest, where reduced rainfall and higher evaporation rates result in significantly lower water levels, threatening biodiversity and human livelihoods. As an example, the serious drought experienced in the Amazon basin in 2023 resulted in a significant decline in fish populations. Elevated water temperatures, reaching up to 38°C, led to mass mortality events, because these temperatures surpass the thermal tolerance of many Amazonian fish species. We know this because our group has collected data on critical thermal maxima (CTmax) for various fish species over multiple years. Additionally, warmer waters can cause hypoxia, further exacerbating fish mortality. Thus, even Amazon fish species, which have relatively high thermal tolerance, are being impacted by climate change. The Amazon drought experienced in 2023 underscores the urgent need for climate action to mitigate the devastating effects on Amazonian biodiversity. The fact that we have been able to link fish mortality events to data on the thermal tolerance of fishes emphasizes the important role of experimental biology in elucidating the mechanisms behind these events, a link that we aim to highlight in this Perspective.},
}

Animals
*Climate Change
*Fishes/physiology
*Droughts
Brazil
Biodiversity
Rainforest

@article {pmid39220889,
year = {2024},
author = {Cheng, L and Wu, C},
title = {Does the implementation of economic policies connected to climate change depend on monetary policy mandates and financial stability governance structures?.},
journal = {Heliyon},
volume = {10},
number = {16},
pages = {e35294},
pmid = {39220889},
issn = {2405-8440},
abstract = {The objective of the proposed research study is to examine how the economic policy mandates and governance frameworks of central banks affect the implementation of climate-related economic measures. Empirical evidence supports a positive correlation between the adoption of climate-related economic policies and a broader mandate for monetary policy. The existing body of research contradicts the idea that an enhanced framework for governing economic stability will result in higher implementation of financial measures related to climate change. The study, which focuses on China from 2015 to 2023, concludes that enhanced economic stability governance, founded on less integrated arrangements, leads to more successful implementation of climate-related financial measures. For other criteria such as central bank independence, the existence of a democratic government, and membership in the Sustainable Banking Network, a positive and statistically significant influence is seen across all specifications. Physical risks associated with climate change, such as heat waves, droughts, floods, and storms, as well as transition risks represented by variables like per-person CO2 emissions, policies aimed at mitigating climate change, and the financial capacity to carry out climate adaptation plans, must also manifest. Even after accounting for a new dependent variable and several alternative model parameters, the findings hold up well. We employ a fixed-effects panel regression approach to control for unobserved heterogeneity and isolate the impact of time-varying variables on renewable energy production. This methodology ensures robust and consistent estimates, providing clear insights into how monetary policy adjustments influence renewable energy investments.},
}

@article {pmid39218103,
year = {2024},
author = {Deopa, R and Thakur, DA and Kumar, S and Mohanty, MP and Asha, P},
title = {Discerning the dynamics of urbanization-climate change-flood risk nexus in densely populated urban mega cities: An appraisal of efficient flood management through spatiotemporal and geostatistical rainfall analysis and hydrodynamic modeling.},
journal = {The Science of the total environment},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {175882},
doi = {10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.175882},
pmid = {39218103},
issn = {1879-1026},
abstract = {While the contribution of climate change towards intensifying urban flood risks is well acknowledged, the role of urbanization is less known. The present study, for the first time in flood management literature, explores whether and how unplanned-cum-urbanization may overshadow the contribution of extreme rainfall to flood impacts in densely populated urban regions. To establish this hypothesis and exemplify our proposed framework, the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi in India, infamous for its concurrent flood episodes is selected. The study categorically explores whether the catastrophic 2023 urban flood could have resulted in a similar degree of urban exposure and damage, had it occurred anytime in the past. A comprehensive spatiotemporal and geo-statistical analysis of rainfall over 11 stations brought about through Innovative trend analysis, Omnidirectional and directional Semi-variogram analysis, and Gini Index indicates a rise in extreme rainfalls. High-resolution land-use maps indicate about 39.53 %, 52.66 %, 56.60 %, and 69.18 % of urban footprints during 1993, 2003, 2013, and 2023, while gradient direction maps indicate a prominent urban surge towards the North-West, West, and Southwest corridors. A closer inspection of the Greenness and Urbanity indices reveals a gradual decline in the green footprints and concurrent escalation in the urban footprints over the decades. A 3-way coupled MIKE+ model was set up to replicate the July 2023 flood event; indicating about 13 % of the area experience "high" and "very-high" flood hazards. By overlaying the flood inundation and hazard maps over land-use maps for 1993, 2003, and 2013, we further establish that a similar flood event would have resulted in lesser damage and building exposure. The study offers a set of flood management options for refurbishing resilience and limiting flood risks. The study delivers critical insights into the existing urban flood management strategies while delving into the urban growth-climate change-flood risk nexus.},
}

@article {pmid39217778,
year = {2024},
author = {Chan, HW and Lin, L and Tam, KP and Hong, YY},
title = {From negative feelings to impairments: A longitudinal study on the development of climate change anxiety.},
journal = {Journal of anxiety disorders},
volume = {107},
number = {},
pages = {102917},
doi = {10.1016/j.janxdis.2024.102917},
pmid = {39217778},
issn = {1873-7897},
abstract = {People may experience anxiety and related distress when they come in contact with climate change (i.e., climate change anxiety). Climate change anxiety can be conceptualized as either emotional-based response (the experience of anxiety-related emotions) or impairment-based response (the experience of impairment in daily functioning). To date, it remains uncertain how these distinct manifestations of climate change anxiety are related. Conceptually, the experience of climate change anxiety may transform from an adaptive and healthy emotional response to an impairment in daily functioning. We conducted two two-wave longitudinal studies to examine the possible bidirectional relationships between three manifestations of climate change anxiety. We recruited 942 adults (mean age = 43.1) and 683 parents (mean age = 46.2) in Studies 1 and 2, respectively. We found that Time 1 emotion-based response was positively linked to Time 2 cognitive-emotional impairment, while Time 1 cognitive-emotional impairment was positively related to Time 2 functional impairment. In Study 2, we also found a bidirectional positive relationship between generalized anxiety and emotion-based climate change anxiety over time. Overall, our findings provide initial support to the temporal relationships between different manifestations of climate change anxiety, corroborating that climate change anxiety may develop from emotional responses to impairment in functioning.},
}

@article {pmid39216332,
year = {2024},
author = {He, G and Lin, Y and Hu, J and Chen, Y and Guo, Y and Yu, M and Zeng, F and Duan, H and Meng, R and Zhou, C and Xiao, Y and Huang, B and Gong, W and Liu, J and Liu, T and Zhou, M and Ma, W},
title = {The trends of non-accidental mortality burden attributed to compound hot-dry events in China and its provinces in a global warming world.},
journal = {Environment international},
volume = {191},
number = {},
pages = {108977},
doi = {10.1016/j.envint.2024.108977},
pmid = {39216332},
issn = {1873-6750},
abstract = {BACKGROUND: Global warming has provoked more co-occurrence of hot extreme and dry extreme, namely compound hot-dry events (CHDEs). However, their health impacts have seldom been investigated. This study aimed to characterize CHDEs and assess its mortality burden in China from 1990 to 2100.

METHODS: CHDEs were defined as a day when daily maximum temperature > its 90th percentile and Standardized Precipitation Index < its 50th percentile. A two-stage approach, including a distributed lag nonlinear model (DLNM) and a multivariate meta-analysis, was used to estimate exposure-response associations of CHDEs with mortality in 358 counties/districts during 2006-2017 in China, which was then applied to assess the national mortality burden attributable to CHDEs from 1990 to 2100.

FINDINGS: We observed a significant increasing trend of CHDEs in China until mid-21st century, and then flatted, while the duration and intensity of CHDEs continuously increased across the 21st century. CHDEs were much riskier (ER=17.82 %, 95 %CI: 14.17 %-21.60 %) than independent hot events (ER=5.86 %,95 %CI: -0.04 %,12.45 %) or dry events (ER=0.07 %,95 %CI: -1.22 %, 1.38 %), and there was significantly additive interaction between hot events and dry events (AP=0.10,95 %CI: 0.04, 0.16). Females (ER=24.28 %, 95 %CI: 19.21 %-29.56 %), the elderly (ER=23.28 %, 95 %CI: 18.23 %-28.55 %), and people living in humid area (ER=18.98 %, 95 %CI: 15.08 %-23.02 %) had higher mortality risks than their counterparts. Mortality burden attributed to CHDEs significantly increased during historical observation and became stable since mid-21st century in China.

INTERPRETATION: CHDEs would significantly increase mortality with higher risk for females, the elderly and people living in humid areas. Mortality burden has significantly increased during historical observation and will keep relatively steady since mid-21st century.},
}

@article {pmid39215932,
year = {2024},
author = {Malik, IH and Ford, JD},
title = {Monitoring climate change vulnerability in the Himalayas.},
journal = {Ambio},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
pmid = {39215932},
issn = {1654-7209},
abstract = {Longitudinal assessment of climate vulnerability is essential for understanding the complex factors affecting how people experience and respond to climate change. We report on the first longitudinal assessment of climate vulnerability in the Himalayan region, exploring the evolving landscape, perceptions, and experiences of communities of climate change impacts, vulnerability, and adaptation in Kashmir over an 8-year period from 2017 to 2024. We provide the Himalayan Re-study Framework (HRF) to monitor, characterise, and conceptualise climate change in the Himalayas. Utilising mixed methods, we showcase how climate change is affecting social, economic, political, and environmental dimensions, examining how the impacts of climate change and vulnerability evolve over time, shaping and reshaping how climate risks are experienced and responded to by communities. Our analysis reveals a nuanced understanding of vulnerability, highlighting the impact on communities' livelihoods and water security, differential impacts on marginalised communities, and the gendered nature of climate change. We examine how certain sections of the population face marginalisation, discrimination, and racism, and how climate change exacerbates these challenges. Kashmir's vulnerability to climate change extends beyond environmental factors, intertwining with culture, livelihoods, social dynamics, and politics. Climate change continues to compete for attention with immediate political and socio-economic challenges, highlighting the need for integrated approaches to address both environmental and societal issues in Kashmir.},
}

@article {pmid39215837,
year = {2024},
author = {Dorji, T and Rinchen, K and Morrison-Saunders, A and Blake, D and Banham, V and Pelden, S},
title = {Understanding How Indigenous Knowledge Contributes to Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience: A Systematic Literature Review.},
journal = {Environmental management},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
pmid = {39215837},
issn = {1432-1009},
abstract = {Climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing the world today threatening societies and the future of the planet. The impacts of climate change are more severe in poor and marginalised populations like Indigenous communities where people rely heavily on their Indigenous Knowledge (IK) to adapt to the changing environment. Climate change adaptation and resilience are critical for the survival of Indigenous communities under the threat of climate change. This systematic literature review seeks to understand how IK contributes to climate change adaptation and resilience. A total of 71 papers from Scopus were analysed using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) method. It investigated three research questions: (i) How is IK understood in climate change studies? (ii) What kind of IK is used to address climate change and enhance adaptation and resilience? and finally, (iii) What could be done to maximise the use of IK towards enhancing climate adaptation and resilience? The study found that Indigenous people use IK to predict extreme climatic conditions, prepare for it, and live through it making use of Indigenous adaptation strategies in multiple manifestations. The solutions to maximise the benefits of IK promote two dominant themes requiring more research on IK and climate change with diverse focus areas and the need to bridge it with scientific knowledge. This review provides a starting point for such research that will draw upon IK to enhance climate adaptation and resilience towards meaningful sustainable development.},
}

@article {pmid39214233,
year = {2024},
author = {Jibon, MJN and Ruku, SMRP and Islam, ARMT and Khan, MN and Mallick, J and Bari, ABMM and Senapathi, V},
title = {Impact of climate change on vector-borne diseases: Exploring hotspots, recent trends and future outlooks in Bangladesh.},
journal = {Acta tropica},
volume = {259},
number = {},
pages = {107373},
doi = {10.1016/j.actatropica.2024.107373},
pmid = {39214233},
issn = {1873-6254},
abstract = {Climate change is a significant risk multiplier and profoundly influences the transmission dynamics, geographical distribution, and resurgence of vector-borne diseases (VBDs). Bangladesh has a noticeable rise in VBDs attributed to climate change. Despite the severity of this issue, the interconnections between climate change and VBDs in Bangladesh have yet to be thoroughly explored. To address this research gap, our review meticulously examined existing literature on the relationship between climate change and VBDs in Bangladesh. Using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) approach, we identified 3849 records from SCOPUS, Web of Science, and Google Scholar databases. Ultimately, 22 research articles meeting specific criteria were included. We identified that the literature on the subject matter of this study is non-contemporaneous, with 68% of studies investing datasets before 2014, despite studies on climate change and dengue nexus having increased recently. We pinpointed Dhaka and Chittagong Hill Tracts as the dengue and malaria research hotspots, respectively. We highlighted that the 2023 dengue outbreak illustrates a possible shift in dengue-endemic areas in Bangladesh. Moreover, dengue cases surged by 317% in 2023 compared to 2019 records, with a corresponding 607% increase in mortality compared to 2022. A weak connection was observed between dengue incidents and climate drivers, including the El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO) and Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD). However, no compelling evidence supported an association between malaria cases, and Sea Surface Temperature (SST) in the Bay of Bengal, along with the NINO3 phenomenon. We observed minimal microclimatic and non-climatic data inclusion in selected studies. Our review holds implications for policymakers, urging the prioritization of mitigation measures such as year-round surveillance and early warning systems. Ultimately, it calls for resource allocation to empower researchers in advancing the understanding of VBD dynamics amidst changing climates.},
}

@article {pmid39215441,
year = {2024},
author = {Bruckner, TA and Trinh, NTH and Lelong, N and Madani, K and Slama, R and Given, J and Khoshnood, B},
title = {Climate Change and Congenital Anomalies: A Population-Based Study of the Effect of Prolonged Extreme Heat Exposure on the Risk of Neural Tube Defects in France.},
journal = {Birth defects research},
volume = {116},
number = {9},
pages = {e2397},
doi = {10.1002/bdr2.2397},
pmid = {39215441},
issn = {2472-1727},
mesh = {Humans ; *Neural Tube Defects/etiology/epidemiology ; Female ; France/epidemiology ; Pregnancy ; *Climate Change ; *Extreme Heat/adverse effects ; Adult ; Risk Factors ; Male ; Infant, Newborn ; Registries ; Congenital Abnormalities/epidemiology/etiology ; Hot Temperature/adverse effects ; },
abstract = {BACKGROUND: Exposure to long-lasting extreme ambient temperatures in the periconceptional or early pregnancy period might increase the risk of neural tube defects (NTDs). We tested whether prolonged severe heat exposure as experienced during the 2003 extreme heatwave in France, affected the risk of NTDs.

METHODS: We retrieved NTD cases spanning from January 1994 to December 2018 from the Paris Registry of Congenital Malformations. The 2003 heatwave was characterized by the long duration and high intensity of nine consecutive days with temperatures ≥35°C. We classified monthly conceptions occurring in August 2003 as "exposed" to prolonged extreme heat around conception (i.e., periconceptional period). We assessed whether the risk of NTDs among cohorts exposed to the prolonged severe heatwave of 2003 in the periconceptional period differed from expected values using Poisson/negative binomial regression.

FINDINGS: We identified 1272 NTD cases from January 1994 to December 2018, yielding a monthly mean count of 4.24. Ten NTD cases occurred among births conceived in August 2003. The risk of NTD was increased in the cohort with periconceptional exposure to the August 2003 heatwave (relative risk = 2.14, 95% confidence interval: 1.46 to 3.13), compared to non-exposed cohorts. Sensitivity analyses excluding July and September months or restricting to summer months yielded consistent findings.

INTERPRETATION: Evidence from the "natural experiment" of an extreme climate event suggests an elevated risk of NTDs following exposure to prolonged extreme heat during the periconceptional period.},
}

Humans
*Neural Tube Defects/etiology/epidemiology
Female
France/epidemiology
Pregnancy
*Climate Change
*Extreme Heat/adverse effects
Adult
Risk Factors
Male
Infant, Newborn
Registries
Congenital Abnormalities/epidemiology/etiology
Hot Temperature/adverse effects

@article {pmid39215241,
year = {2024},
author = {Iqbal, S and Karia, A and Kamming, D and Herron, D and O'Shea, L and Vindrola-Padros, C},
title = {Anaesthesia and climate change: time to wake up? A rapid qualitative appraisal exploring the views of anaesthetic practitioners regarding the transition to TIVA and the reduction of desflurane.},
journal = {BMC anesthesiology},
volume = {24},
number = {1},
pages = {300},
pmid = {39215241},
issn = {1471-2253},
support = {MR/W029766/1//BMBR MRC grant/ ; NIHR204297//NIHR Central London Patient Safety Research Collaboration (CL PSRC)/ ; },
mesh = {Humans ; *Desflurane ; *Climate Change ; *Anesthetics, Inhalation ; Attitude of Health Personnel ; Anesthesia, Intravenous ; Anesthesiologists ; Qualitative Research ; Male ; Female ; London ; Anesthesiology ; },
abstract = {BACKGROUND: The National Health Service (NHS) has pledged to reach carbon net-zero by 2040. In alignment with this goal, a London hospital's anaesthesia department is actively reducing desflurane use and transitioning towards total intravenous anaesthesia (TIVA) as a sustainable alternative, contributing to environmentally responsible practices within the healthcare sector.

METHODS: We conducted a rapid qualitative appraisal through online interviews with 17 anaesthetic practitioners to explore their perspectives regarding this climate change mitigation strategy. Data analysis was undertaken through the use of rapid appraisal sheets and a framework analysis method.

RESULTS: Participants highlighted the disadvantages of TIVA, including the increased effort, heightened monitoring requirements, operational challenges, and a lack of clinical confidence associated with its use. Despite these reservations, participants acknowledged TIVA's potential to reduce postoperative nausea. There were perceptions that senior staff members might resist this change due to habits and scepticism over its impact on climate change. To facilitate greater TIVA adoption, participants recommended enhanced training, the implementation of a dashboard to raise awareness of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and the presence of strong climate change leadership within the department. Participants believed that a shift to TIVA should be followed by specific measures such as addressing waste management which is crucial for GHG reduction, emphasising the perceived link between waste and emissions.

CONCLUSIONS: The evaluation examines stakeholder attitudes, perceptions, and behaviours, focusing on transitioning from desflurane to TIVA. The study highlights the importance of staff engagement, organisational support, and underscores the crucial role that healthcare practitioners and leadership play in fostering sustainability within the healthcare sector.},
}

Humans
*Desflurane
*Climate Change
*Anesthetics, Inhalation
Attitude of Health Personnel
Anesthesia, Intravenous
Anesthesiologists
Qualitative Research
Male
Female
London
Anesthesiology

@article {pmid39214060,
year = {2024},
author = {Nona, F},
title = {Traditional community-based knowledge for envisioning climate change action for the Torres Strait.},
journal = {Australian and New Zealand journal of public health},
volume = {48},
number = {5},
pages = {100182},
doi = {10.1016/j.anzjph.2024.100182},
pmid = {39214060},
issn = {1753-6405},
}

@article {pmid39213845,
year = {2024},
author = {Liu, X and Liu, J and Afthanorhan, A and Hao, Y},
title = {Heating up the divide: Climate change and the quest for inclusive growth in urban China.},
journal = {Journal of environmental management},
volume = {369},
number = {},
pages = {122269},
doi = {10.1016/j.jenvman.2024.122269},
pmid = {39213845},
issn = {1095-8630},
abstract = {Climate change has profoundly affected human production and development, and also brought new challenges to China's goal of achieving inclusive economic growth. Using the data of 273 cities in China from 2001 to 2019, this research evaluates the impact of climate change on urban inclusive economic growth by constructing a temperature bin variable according to the daily average temperature. It is found that with the temperature bin [18 °C, 21 °C) as the benchmark group, both temperature rise and fall have a negative influence on inclusive economic growth. Notably, the adverse effects of high temperatures (above 27 °C) are statistically and economically significant, exhibiting a trend of increasing magnitude. The mechanism test shows that high temperature affects the inclusive growth level of the urban economy mainly by exacerbating the urban‒rural income gap. The heterogeneity analysis found that cities located in hot regions, southern regions or coastal areas are more sensitive to high temperatures and experience more prominent effects. This research holds significant practical implications for China to achieve a win‒win situation of balanced economic development and climate governance.},
}

@article {pmid39213284,
year = {2024},
author = {Banu, B and Akter, N and Sheba, NH and Chowdhury, SH},
title = {Knowledge and implementation behavior towards mitigation initiatives of climate change: Community settings approach of Bangladesh context followed cross-sectional design.},
journal = {PloS one},
volume = {19},
number = {8},
pages = {e0307898},
pmid = {39213284},
issn = {1932-6203},
mesh = {Humans ; *Climate Change ; Bangladesh ; Female ; Male ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Adult ; *Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice ; Middle Aged ; Surveys and Questionnaires ; Young Adult ; Adolescent ; },
abstract = {Bangladesh experiences different types of natural disasters almost every year which adversely affect human health. It is very essential to identify knowledge and implementation behavior as mitigation initiatives towards climate change in community settings of Bangladesh. This study was designed to explore this issue. It was an analytical type of cross-sectional study which was conducted among 450 adult people residing in Barisal district of Bangladesh. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews using semi-structured questionnaire included socio-demographic information, knowledge and implementation behavior regarding mitigation initiatives towards climate change. Bivariate and multivariate techniques were adopted to analyze the data. The outcome reflected that a large proportion of the respondents had poor knowledge (55.1%) and poor implementation behavior (52.0%) on mitigation initiatives towards climate change. Poor knowledge was significantly more prominent among the people who were male (AOR = 1.56), Muslim (AOR = 2.55), respondents with >4 family members (AOR = 1.91) and with >3 children (AOR = 1.64) showed higher odds of poor knowledge. Poor implementation behavior was found significantly more leading among the female (AOR = 2.91), service-holder (AOR = 1.92) participants having higher monthly family incomes (AOR = 2.91), who had <1 child (AOR = 2.70), belonging ≤4 number of family members (AOR = 30.09). An alarming proportion of poor knowledge and implementation behavior were found regarding mitigation initiatives towards climate change in community settings of Bangladesh. Concerning demographic major predictors, it is essential to plan and implement sustainable and comprehensive health promotional program on climate change mitigation throughout the country.},
}

Humans
*Climate Change
Bangladesh
Female
Male
Cross-Sectional Studies
Adult
*Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
Middle Aged
Surveys and Questionnaires
Young Adult
Adolescent

@article {pmid39212586,
year = {2024},
author = {Dougherty, PJ and Carling, MD},
title = {Go west, young bunting: recent climate change drives rapid movement of a Great Plains hybrid zone.},
journal = {Evolution; international journal of organic evolution},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1093/evolut/qpae118},
pmid = {39212586},
issn = {1558-5646},
abstract = {Describing how hybrid zones respond to anthropogenic influence can illuminate how the environment regulates both species distributions and reproductive isolation between species. In this study, we analyzed specimens collected from the Passerina cyanea x P. amoena hybrid zone between 2004 and 2007 and between 2019 and 2021 to explore changes in genetic structure over time. This comparison follows a previous study that identified a significant westward shift of the Passerina hybrid zone during the latter half of the twentieth century. A second temporal comparison of hybrid zone genetic structure presents unique potential to describe finer-scale dynamics and to identify potential mechanisms of observed changes more accurately. After concluding that the westward movement of the Passerina hybrid zone has accelerated in recent decades, we investigated potential drivers of this trend by modeling the influence of bioclimatic and landcover variables on genetic structure. We also incorporated eBird data to determine how the distributions of P. cyanea and P. amoena have responded to recent climate and landcover changes. We found that the distribution of P. cyanea in the northern Great Plains has shifted west to track a moving climatic niche, supporting anthropogenic climate change as a key mediator of introgression in this system.},
}

@article {pmid39212212,
year = {2024},
author = {Asemaninejad, A and Mackinnon, T and Langley, S},
title = {Biogeochemical stability of organic covers and mine wastes under climate change simulated mesocosms.},
journal = {Canadian journal of microbiology},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1139/cjm-2024-0064},
pmid = {39212212},
issn = {1480-3275},
abstract = {Mine environments in boreal and sub-boreal zones are expected to experience extreme weather events, increases in temperature, and shifts in precipitation patterns. Climate change impacts on geochemical stability of tailings contaminants and reclamation structures have been identified as important climate-related challenges to Canadian mining sector. Adapting current reclamation strategies for climate change will improve long-term efficiency and viability of mine tailings remediation/restoration strategies under a changing climate. Accordingly, mesocosm experiments were conducted to investigate associations of climate-driven shifts in microbial communities and functions with changes in the geochemistry of organic covers and underlying tailings. Our results show that warming appears to significantly reduce C:N of organic cover and promote infiltration of nitrogen into deeper, unoxidized strata of underlying tailings. We also observed an increase in the abundance of some nitrate reducers and sulfide oxidizers in microbial communities in underlying tailings. These results raise the concern that warming might trigger oxidation of sulfide minerals (linked to nitrate reduction) in deeper unoxidized strata where the oxygen has been eliminated. Therefore, it would be necessary to have monitoring programs to track functionality of covers in response to climate change conditions. These findings have implications for development of climate resilient mine tailings remediation/restoration strategies.},
}

@article {pmid39210948,
year = {2024},
author = {Heinz, A and Brandt, L},
title = {Climate change and mental health: direct, indirect, and intersectional effects.},
journal = {The Lancet regional health. Europe},
volume = {43},
number = {},
pages = {100969},
pmid = {39210948},
issn = {2666-7762},
}

@article {pmid39210514,
year = {2024},
author = {Ul Haq, I and Khan, M and Khan, I},
title = {Phytopathological management through bacteriophages: enhancing food security amidst climate change.},
journal = {Journal of industrial microbiology & biotechnology},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1093/jimb/kuae031},
pmid = {39210514},
issn = {1476-5535},
abstract = {The increasing global population and climate change pose significant challenges to agriculture, particularly in managing plant diseases caused by phytopathogens. Traditional methods, including chemical pesticides and antibiotics, have become less effective due to pathogen resistance and environmental concerns. Phage therapy emerges as a promising alternative, offering a sustainable and precise approach to controlling plant bacterial diseases without harming beneficial soil microorganisms. This review explores the potential of bacteriophages as biocontrol agents, highlighting their specificity, rapid multiplication, and minimal environmental impact. We discuss the historical context, current applications, and prospects of phage therapy in agriculture, emphasizing its role in enhancing crop yield and quality. Additionally, the paper examines the integration of phage therapy with modern agricultural practices and the development phage cocktails and genetically engineered phages to combat resistant pathogens. The findings suggest that phage therapy could revolutionize phytopathological management, contributing to global food security and sustainable agricultural practices.},
}

@article {pmid39210192,
year = {2024},
author = {Mehta, MM and Johnson, AE and Ratnakaran, B and Seritan, I and Seritan, AL},
title = {Climate Change and Aging: Implications for Psychiatric Care.},
journal = {Current psychiatry reports},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
pmid = {39210192},
issn = {1535-1645},
abstract = {PURPOSE OF REVIEW: We reviewed recent evidence regarding the impact of climate change (specifically, high ambient temperatures, heatwaves, weather-related disasters, and air pollution) on older adults' mental health. We also summarized evidence regarding other medical problems that can occur in aging adults in connection with climate change, resulting in psychiatric manifestations or influencing psychopharmacological management.

RECENT FINDINGS: Older adults can experience anxiety, depressive, and/or posttraumatic stress symptoms, as well as sleep disturbances in the aftermath of climate disasters. Cognitive deficits may occur with exposure to air pollutants, heatwaves, or post-disaster. Individuals with major neurocognitive disorders and/or preexisting psychiatric illness have a higher risk of psychiatric hospitalizations after exposure to high temperatures and air pollution. There is a growing body of research regarding psychiatric clinical presentations associated with climate change in older adults. However, there is a paucity of evidence on management strategies. Future research should investigate culturally appropriate, cost-effective psychosocial and pharmacological interventions.},
}