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Journal article
Toxic Alexandrium Treatment in Western Australia: Investigating the Efficacy of Modified Nano Clay
Toxins, Vol.17(10), 495
2025
Abstract
Alexandrium spp. blooms produce a range of toxins, including spirolides, goniodomins, and paralytic shellfish toxins (PSTs). Of these, PSTs are the most impactful due to their high affinity for voltage-gated sodium ion channels in nerve cell membranes. This interaction can cause neurological effects such as paralysis and, in severe cases, may lead to death. Given the implications of Alexandrium blooms on public health, all mitigation, prevention, and treatment strategies aim to reduce their socioeconomic impacts. However, monitoring harmful algal blooms remains difficult due to confounding influences such as pollution, climate change, and the inherent variability of environmental conditions. These factors can complicate early detection and management efforts, especially as the intensity and frequency of blooms continue to rise, further exacerbating their socioeconomic consequences. This review offers insights into several management approaches to prevent and control Alexandrium blooms, focusing on modified nano-clays as a promising emergency mitigation measure for low-density toxic algal blooms, especially in areas predominantly used for recreational fishing. However, it is recommended that treatment be coupled with monitoring to alleviate reliance on treatment alone.
Key Contribution
Prevention and control strategies for Alexandrium blooms should consider the specific use of the affected waterway, the carbon footprint associated with modified clay production, and the broader ecological and environmental impacts of clay application. These factors are essential when evaluating the overall efficiency and sustainability of clay-based treatment methods.
Details
- Title
- Toxic Alexandrium Treatment in Western Australia: Investigating the Efficacy of Modified Nano Clay
- Authors/Creators
- Cherono Sheilah Kwambai - Murdoch UniversityHouda Ennaceri - Murdoch UniversityAlan J. Lymbery - Murdoch UniversityDamian W. Laird - Murdoch UniversityJeff CosgroveNavid Reza Moheimani - Murdoch University
- Publication Details
- Toxins, Vol.17(10), 495
- Publisher
- MDPI
- Identifiers
- 991005821144007891
- Copyright
- © 2025 by the authors
- Murdoch Affiliation
- School of Mathematics, Statistics, Chemistry and Physics; School of Environmental and Conservation Sciences; Centre for Sustainable Aquatic Ecosystems; Centre for Water, Energy and Waste; Algae R&D Centre
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article
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