Importance of Benzo(a)pyrene in biological systems and its biodegradation

DOI: https://doi.org/10.28940/terra.v41i0.1719
Keywords: BaP, biological remediation, ecotoxicology, exposure, polycyclic Aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs)

Abstract

Benzo(a)pyrene (BaP) is a highly distributed molecule in ecosystems and a component of products that are used and consumed regularly. Recent studies have shown this xenobiotic metabolized by organisms forming carcinogenic metabolites, as well as having genotoxic and teratogenic ef?fects associated with infertility and endocrine disorders. Similarly, due to its dispersion and bioaccumulation, this molecule can severely damage various ecosystems. Therefore, the objective of this study is to conduct a systematic review to demonstrate the importance of BaP in biological systems and its biodegradation as an alternative to bioremediation.

Author Biographies

Adriana Romero-Balboa-Osorio, Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla

Faculty of Biological Sciences, Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology. Student.

https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5372-1440

Julia María Alatorre-Cruz, Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla

Center for Research in Microbiological Sciences, Institute of Sciences, Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (BUAP), Puebla, Mexico. IC-11 Building, University City, San Manuel, Puebla, Mexico. Postal Code 72570.

Ricardo Carreño-López, Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla

Center for Research in Microbiological Sciences, Institute of Sciences, Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (BUAP), Puebla, Mexico. IC-11 Building, University City, San Manuel, Puebla, Mexico. Postal Code 72570.

Silvia María del Carmen García-García, Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla

Center for Research in Microbiological Sciences, Institute of Sciences, Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (BUAP), Puebla, Mexico. IC-11 Building, University City, San Manuel, Puebla, Mexico. Postal Code 72570.

Vianey Marín-Cevada, Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla

Research Professor at the Institute of Sciences of BUAP, specializing in Microbiology at the Center for Research in Microbiological Sciences at BUAP. I am also a professor in the academic core of the Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology at the Faculty of Biological Sciences. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Biology from the Faculty of Biological Sciences, BUAP, a Master's degree in Microbiology with a focus on Biochemical Microbial Genetics from the Center for Research in Microbiological Sciences, BUAP, a Doctorate in Sciences (Microbiology) from the Center for Research in Microbiological Sciences, BUAP, and a Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Helmholtz Center for Environmental Research - UFZ in the Department of Environmental Biotechnology, Leipzig, Germany. I have a Desirable Profile in PRODEP-SEP-Mexico and am a member of the BUAP Researchers' Register. I am also a member of the Gender Unit Commission and serve on the Academic Unit Council of the Institute of Sciences. My research focuses on studying microorganisms and microbial metabolites of biotechnological (biological control), ecological, and health interests. My work focuses on detecting, preventing, and sanitation of phytopathogens in crops of interest, such as coffee and tomato. I am also working on developing Environmental and Agricultural Biotechnology, utilizing adsorbent materials for contaminant removal.

Published
2023-08-31
Issue
Vol 41 (2023)
Section
REVIEW