@article {pmid41056585,
year = {2025},
author = {Klapper, P and Kulasegaran-Shylini, R and Dodgson, A and Sudhanva, M and Blandford, E and Tunkel, S and Hill, S and Hopkins, S and Fowler, T},
title = {Climate change and diagnostic samples - Opening Pandora's (post) box.},
journal = {Public health},
volume = {249},
number = {},
pages = {105983},
doi = {10.1016/j.puhe.2025.105983},
pmid = {41056585},
issn = {1476-5616},
abstract = {OBJECTIVES: To reflect on how climate change is reshaping the practicalities of diagnostic testing, using the UK's COVID-19 home-based testing programme as a case study, and to call for an urgent review of international standards governing the transport of biological samples.

STUDY DESIGN: Narrative-based analysis drawing on operational experience during the UK National Testing Programme's response to COVID-19.

METHODS: We examine the design and implementation of a large-scale home testing model for COVID-19, which relied on the routine postal service to transport biological samples from homes to laboratories. These samples were transported without temperature control, across widely varying environmental conditions. This approach tested the limits of existing logistical assumptions and exposed critical regulatory gaps.

RESULTS: Despite the lack of temperature-controlled logistics, the UK's home testing programme functioned at scale, with internal validation assuring sample stability during both winter and summer extremes. However, this success occurred in the absence of any applicable international standards-such as ISO guidelines-that account for environmental factors in postal transport of biological samples. The experience highlighted a significant blind spot in regulatory frameworks, which currently assume controlled conditions that do not reflect real-world practice in emergency or climate-affected contexts.

CONCLUSIONS: The changing climate and evolving models of healthcare delivery-particularly the move toward near-patient and home-based diagnostics-require a rethinking of how we assure the quality and reliability of biological samples in transit. Existing international standards are no longer fit for purpose in this regard. There is an urgent need to acknowledge environmental resilience as a core requirement in diagnostic logistics, and to develop new standards that are robust to the realities of climate variability and decentralised healthcare.},
}

@article {pmid41055188,
year = {2025},
author = {Mash, R and Lokotola, CL},
title = {Continuing professional development on climate change and primary care in Africa: Qualitative study.},
journal = {African journal of primary health care & family medicine},
volume = {17},
number = {1},
pages = {e1-e7},
doi = {10.4102/phcfm.v17i1.4916},
pmid = {41055188},
issn = {2071-2936},
mesh = {*Primary Health Care ; Humans ; *Climate Change ; Qualitative Research ; Africa South of the Sahara ; Male ; *Health Personnel/education ; Female ; },
abstract = {BACKGROUND: Climate change is impacting health and healthcare in Africa. Primary health care can improve community resilience, but only if the workforce is prepared. Pre-service training does not yet address climate change, so continuing professional development (CPD) is needed.

AIM:  This study aimed to evaluate what primary care providers in sub-Saharan Africa need to know about building climate-resilient facilities and services, and how their learning needs should be addressed.

SETTING:  The Primary Care and Family Medicine (PRIMAFAMED) network in sub-Saharan Africa.

METHODS:  A descriptive exploratory qualitative study purposefully selected members of the network who had published on their experience of climate change. Snowball sampling was used to identify additional informants. Data were analysed with ATLAS.ti and the framework method.

RESULTS:  Nine respondents from eight countries across Africa identified six major learning needs: (1) awareness of the pathways that link climate change to health and social effects and changes in the management of diseases, (2) management of diseases linked to exposure to extreme heat, (3) development of a community-orientated primary care approach that includes attention to environmental determinants of health, (4) disaster preparedness and management, (5) how to make your facility and services more climate resilient and (6) how to educate patients and communities on climate related health issues. Most respondents supported web-based approaches to CPD in their contexts.

CONCLUSION:  Key learning needs were identified and will be further quantified and validated in a cross-sectional survey.Contribution: The findings will inform the development of CPD on planetary health for primary care providers in sub-Saharan Africa.},
}

*Primary Health Care
Humans
*Climate Change
Qualitative Research
Africa South of the Sahara
Male
*Health Personnel/education
Female

@article {pmid41055002,
year = {2025},
author = {Klichowska, E and Wróbel, A and Nowak, A and Nobis, M},
title = {Eco-Evolutionary Genomics Reveal Mountain Range-Specific Adaptation and Intraspecific Variation in Vulnerability to Climate Change of Alpine Endemics.},
journal = {Molecular ecology},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {e70113},
doi = {10.1111/mec.70113},
pmid = {41055002},
issn = {1365-294X},
support = {2018/29/B/NZ9/00313//National Science Centre, Poland/ ; 2020/39/D/NZ8/02307//National Science Centre, Poland/ ; 2023/51/B/NZ8/01179//National Science Centre, Poland/ ; },
abstract = {Alpine plants restricted to rocky habitats exhibit intraspecific diversification due to range fragmentation during Holocene warming, complicating predictions of their climate vulnerability. A lack of understanding of eco-evolutionary mechanisms driving their response to climate change results in ineffective conservation efforts. To uncover the genomic basis of their diversification and explain spatial patterns of their vulnerability, we combine landscape genomics and species distribution modelling. Our model, the Campanula lehmanniana complex, occurs in three distinct central Asian mountain ranges, considered both a biodiversity hotspot and a vascular plant diversity darkspot. Genome-environment association confirmed the adaptive basis of intraspecific diversification, driven by numerous loci of small effect. Genomic and ecological data indicate mountain range-specific climate sensitivity driven by altitude, temperature and precipitation. The cold-dry adapted group from Zeravshan-Hissar Mts will face niche decline but show a higher degree of preadaptation to future climate, while the temperate-humid group from Tian Shan shows an opposite response, with a higher risk of maladaptation despite predicted niche expansion. Maladapted populations at northern margins may require an influx of adaptive variation to cope with predicted changes. However, limited landscape connectivity between island-like habitats, combined with long migration distances required to minimise genotype-environment disruption, highlights the role of human-assisted migration in enabling evolutionary rescue. These results underscore the need to facilitate gene flow from pre- to maladapted populations and the importance of population-specific approaches to inform effective conservation strategies in heterogeneous mountain ecosystems. The results may be relevant to numerous Central Asian mountain species that show similar phylogeographic patterns.},
}

@article {pmid41054258,
year = {2025},
author = {Zhao, Y and Zhang, Y and Huang, L and Yang, T and Wu, SY and Li, S and Hou, Y},
title = {Distribution overlap and comparative genomics of two invasive gelechiid moths, Tuta absoluta and Phthorimaea operculella, under climate change.},
journal = {Journal of economic entomology},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1093/jee/toaf246},
pmid = {41054258},
issn = {1938-291X},
support = {U22A20489//National Natural Science Foundation of China/ ; 32361143791//National Natural Science Foundation of China/ ; 2024J01377//Fujian Provincial Natural Science Foundation/ ; 2025I0009//International Cooperation Project of Fujian Province/ ; },
abstract = {The tomato leafminer moth, Tuta absoluta (Meyrick), and the potato tuber moth, Phthorimaea operculella (Zeller), are closely related gelechiid species that have rapidly invaded tropical, subtropical, and Mediterranean regions worldwide, causing severe damage to solanaceous crops. We used the optimized MaxEnt model combined with 19 bioclimatic variables to comprehensively predict their potential distributions under current and future climate scenarios. While the distribution areas of the species overlapped significantly, our models predicted T. absoluta could potentially establish into high-latitude and arid areas. To further explore their adaptive mechanisms, we conducted comparative genomics based on the genomes of both species and 20 other insect species. Despite their close relationship, T. absoluta possessed 5.5 times more unique gene families than P. operculella, along with significantly expanded gene families associated with pesticide resistance (P450s: 92 vs. 86), extreme temperature tolerance (heat shock proteins [HSPs]: 62 vs. 58), and desiccation stress tolerance (aquaporins [AQP]: 12 vs. 9). These genomic features suggest that T. absoluta will adapt faster to environmental challenges and has greater potential to invade new areas compared to P. operculella. This study elucidates the patterns of potential distribution and genome evolution for T. absoluta and P. operculella, highlighting their distinct invasion and adaptation strategies. The findings provide both a novel perspective on the habitat suitability of these invasive pests and a scientific basis for climate-adaptive management strategies.},
}

@article {pmid41054044,
year = {2025},
author = {Obeagu, EI},
title = {Climate change and red blood cell disorders: A review of risks and adaptations for pregnant women and children.},
journal = {Medicine},
volume = {104},
number = {40},
pages = {e45129},
doi = {10.1097/MD.0000000000045129},
pmid = {41054044},
issn = {1536-5964},
mesh = {Humans ; Female ; Pregnancy ; *Climate Change ; Child ; *Pregnancy Complications, Hematologic/epidemiology ; Anemia/epidemiology ; Risk Factors ; },
abstract = {Climate change is increasingly impacting global health, particularly for vulnerable populations such as pregnant women and children with red blood cell (RBC) disorders. These disorders, including sickle cell disease, thalassemia, and anemia, compromise the body's ability to transport oxygen and are exacerbated by climate-induced environmental changes. This review evaluates the risks posed by climate change to individuals with RBC disorders, highlighting empirical data on the exacerbation of health complications and the effectiveness of adaptation strategies. Pregnant women with sickle cell disease, for instance, face a 34% higher risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes, including preterm birth and stillbirth, due to climate-induced heat stress and dehydration. Similarly, children with anemia experience a 25% increase in hospital admissions for heat-related illnesses during heatwaves, and malaria transmission, which extends by up to 60 days annually in some regions, further aggravates anemia in these populations. The effects of climate change on air quality and food security also pose significant risks for individuals with RBC disorders. Poor air quality, exacerbated by rising temperatures, has been shown to increase the frequency of vaso-occlusive crises in children with sickle cell disease by 30% in highly polluted areas. Additionally, climate change impacts on food security, as evidenced by a study in Ethiopia, where 41% of pregnant women with anemia also faced food insecurity, worsen nutritional deficiencies and anemia. These environmental factors, combined with the increased incidence of climate-sensitive infectious diseases such as malaria, highlight the urgent need for targeted adaptation strategies to mitigate the compounded health risks.},
}

Humans
Female
Pregnancy
*Climate Change
Child
*Pregnancy Complications, Hematologic/epidemiology
Anemia/epidemiology
Risk Factors

@article {pmid41051784,
year = {2025},
author = {Rabin, AS and Tirumalasetty, J and Maximous, SI},
title = {Rethinking Inhalers in the Era of Climate Change.},
journal = {JAMA},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1001/jama.2025.17819},
pmid = {41051784},
issn = {1538-3598},
}

@article {pmid41051654,
year = {2025},
author = {Bar, AR and Soren, R and Mondal, I and Altuwaijri, HA and Juliev, M and Almaliki, AH},
title = {Freshwater aquaculture in the Indian Sundarbans: expansion, challenges, and climate change adaptation.},
journal = {Environmental monitoring and assessment},
volume = {197},
number = {11},
pages = {1178},
pmid = {41051654},
issn = {1573-2959},
mesh = {*Aquaculture/statistics & numerical data ; India ; *Climate Change ; Fresh Water ; *Environmental Monitoring ; Animals ; Conservation of Natural Resources ; },
abstract = {Freshwater aquaculture in the Indian Sundarbans has witnessed significant growth over the past four decades, largely driven by declining agricultural viability due to increasing soil salinization, erratic rainfall, and rising demand for fish protein. This study aims to assess the spatial and temporal expansion of freshwater aquaculture from 1985 to 2024 and evaluate its production outcomes and livelihood implications. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the analysis integrates remote sensing data (Landsat and Sentinel-2 imagery), supervised and unsupervised land use classification, and field surveys involving 350 fish-farming households. Results indicate a 96.9% increase in aquaculture area-from 80.54 km[2] in 1985 to 860.96 km[2] in 2024-with growth concentrated in Pathar Pratima, Gosaba, and Basanti blocks. The majority (82.12%) of ponds are small-scale, yielding an average household production of 87 kg and generating ₹13,918 annually, with a mean productivity of 120 kg/ha/year. Labeo rohita and Labeo catla are the dominant cultured species. Despite expansion, key challenges include seed and feed shortages, salinity intrusion, and inadequate infrastructure. Government interventions such as MGNREGS and the Jal Dharo Jal Bharo scheme have facilitated water management and pond development. The findings underscore the need for strategic ecological planning and policy support to ensure the sustainability and climate resilience of freshwater aquaculture in this vulnerable coastal ecosystem.},
}

*Aquaculture/statistics & numerical data
India
*Climate Change
Fresh Water
*Environmental Monitoring
Animals
Conservation of Natural Resources

@article {pmid41050934,
year = {2025},
author = {Li, SA and Yu, JR and Yuan, HS},
title = {Climate change impacts on the distribution of valuable Thelephora fungi in China.},
journal = {iScience},
volume = {28},
number = {10},
pages = {113522},
pmid = {41050934},
issn = {2589-0042},
abstract = {Thelephora includes valuable edible ectomycorrhizal (ECM) fungi in East Asia threatened by overharvesting, climate change, and habitat loss. Using Biomod2 ensemble modeling with bioclimatic variables, elevation data, and occurrence records, this study predicted current and future distributions of four Thelephora species under climate scenarios SSP2-45 and SSP5-85 for the 2050s and 2090s. The results indicate that the potential distribution ranges of these four Thelephora species are primarily influenced by Bio18 (precipitation of the warmest quarter), Bio12 (annual precipitation), elevation, and Bio3 (isothermality), though the relative importance of these factors varies among species. High-emission scenarios predict habitat reduction by 2050, with potential range expansion by 2090. Warming will drive northward habitat shifts, with migration distances increasing under high-emission scenarios. Over half of potential distribution areas contain non-host vegetation. Conservation strategies should prioritize host plant cultivation to expand fungal habitats and mitigate climate impacts.},
}

@article {pmid41050790,
year = {2025},
author = {Carrus, G and Massullo, C and Tiberio, L and Fusaro, L and Steinebach, C},
title = {Editorial: Climate change challenge: adaptation to climate change.},
journal = {Frontiers in psychology},
volume = {16},
number = {},
pages = {1675673},
pmid = {41050790},
issn = {1664-1078},
}

@article {pmid41050724,
year = {2025},
author = {Yu, H and Shen, YG and Muhammad, J and Abbas, M and Cheng, Y and Wan, X},
title = {Habitat Response Variability: Modeling Predictions Display the Expansion-Contraction Scenario of Two Chinese Endangered Cheirotonus Beetles Under Climate Change.},
journal = {Ecology and evolution},
volume = {15},
number = {10},
pages = {e72156},
pmid = {41050724},
issn = {2045-7758},
abstract = {Predicting the potential adaptation zones of Cheirotonus gestroi Pouillaude and Cheirotonus jansoni Jordan under the influence of climate change is essential for understanding their geographical distribution and informing effective species conservation strategies. Species distribution models (SDMs), particularly the MaxEnt model, enable researchers to estimate habitat suitability based on current and future environmental conditions. In this study, we employed the optimized MaxEnt model in combination with ArcGIS software to predict suitable habitats under both present and future climate scenarios (2050s and 2070s), and to identify key environmental variables influencing their geographical distribution. For C. jansoni, the influential factors were temperature seasonality (bio4; 31.8%), Elevation (Elev; 28.8%), and precipitation of the driest month (bio14; 24.2%). Currently, its suitable habitats are mainly located in the southeastern part of China, including Zhejiang, Fujian, Hunan, Guizhou, Guangdong, Guangxi, Anhui, Hainan, and Taiwan. Habitat suitability for this species is projected to expand under most climate change scenarios. Conversely, the distribution of C. gestroi is primarily shaped by Isothermality (bio3; 68.4%), the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI; 19.5%) and Temperature annual range (bio7; 11.7%). This species' suitable habitats are currently concentrated in Yunnan province in southwestern China, with a predicted contraction in habitat range under future climate conditions. The MaxEnt model predictions reveal clear differences in the ecological niches and habitat preferences of these two beetle species, indicating that C. jansoni exhibits greater environmental adaptability compared to C. gestroi. These findings offer valuable insights for developing targeted monitoring and conservation strategies for these endangered beetles in the face of ongoing climate change.},
}

@article {pmid41050032,
year = {2025},
author = {Onyeze, NS and Jacob, J},
title = {Climate Change and Its Impact on Ocular Health: A Systematic Review.},
journal = {Cureus},
volume = {17},
number = {9},
pages = {e91614},
pmid = {41050032},
issn = {2168-8184},
abstract = {Climate change has emerged as a pressing public health concern, with growing evidence that its environmental impacts extend to ocular health. Rising ultraviolet (UV) radiation, deteriorating air quality, and extreme weather events contribute to both acute and chronic eye diseases. This systematic review examines existing literature linking climate-related environmental exposures to ocular disorders, focusing on cataract formation, dry eye disease (DED), and meteorologically induced ocular surface instability. It also identifies at-risk populations and research gaps to inform clinical and policy responses. A comprehensive search of peer-reviewed articles published between 2000 and 2024 was conducted using PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science. Inclusion criteria encompassed original research, epidemiological studies, and reviews that examined the effects of climate change, UV radiation, air pollution, or meteorological variation on human ocular health. Exclusion criteria included studies focused exclusively on indoor risk factors or lacking environmental context. A total of 18 studies met the inclusion criteria and were thematically synthesized across three core domains: (1) UV exposure and cataracts, (2) air pollution and ocular surface disorders, and (3) meteorological variability and ocular physiology. Evidence indicates strong associations between increased UV-B exposure and elevated cataract risk, particularly in equatorial and high-sunlight regions. Air pollutants - especially PM2.5, ozone, and nitrogen dioxide - were linked to higher prevalence and severity of DED due to tear film instability and surface inflammation. Climatic shifts such as heatwaves and humidity drop further exacerbate ocular surface stress. Vulnerable groups include outdoor workers, elderly individuals, and populations in low-resource or high-pollution regions. Environmental changes driven by climate disruption pose an increasingly recognized threat to ocular health. Addressing this challenge requires multidisciplinary research, public health preparedness, and equitable access to eye care and protective resources.},
}

@article {pmid41049804,
year = {2025},
author = {Campbell, DR and Powers, JM and Kipness, J},
title = {Predicting the contribution of single trait evolution to rescuing a plant population from demographic impacts of climate change.},
journal = {Evolution letters},
volume = {9},
number = {5},
pages = {533-547},
pmid = {41049804},
issn = {2056-3744},
abstract = {Evolutionary adaptation can allow a population to persist in the face of a new environmental challenge. With many populations now threatened by environmental change, it is important to understand whether this process of evolutionary rescue is feasible under natural conditions, yet work on this topic has been largely theoretical. We used unique long-term data to parameterize deterministic and stochastic models of the contribution of 1 trait to evolutionary rescue using field estimates for the subalpine plant Ipomopsis aggregata and hybrids with its close relative I. tenuituba. In the absence of evolution or plasticity, the 2 studied populations are projected to go locally extinct due to earlier snowmelt under climate change, which imposes drought conditions. Phenotypic selection on specific leaf area (SLA) was estimated in 12 years and multiple populations. Those data on selection and its environmental sensitivity to annual snowmelt timing in the spring were combined with previous data on heritability of the trait, phenotypic plasticity of the trait, and the impact of snowmelt timing on mean absolute fitness. Selection favored low values of SLA (thicker leaves). The evolutionary response to selection on that single trait was insufficient to allow evolutionary rescue by itself, but in combination with phenotypic plasticity it promoted evolutionary rescue in 1 of the 2 populations. The number of years until population size would stop declining and begin to rise again was heavily dependent upon stochastic environmental changes in snowmelt timing around the trend line. Our study illustrates how field estimates of quantitative genetic parameters can be used to predict the likelihood of evolutionary rescue. Although a complete set of parameter estimates are generally unavailable, it may also be possible to predict the general likelihood of evolutionary rescue based on published ranges for phenotypic selection and heritability and the extent to which early snowmelt impacts fitness.},
}

@article {pmid41049405,
year = {2025},
author = {Xu, J and Wang, R and Mo, Z and Zhang, H and Zhang, Y},
title = {Composite function and Biomod2 for evaluating the influence of climate change on the distribution of Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus in China.},
journal = {One health (Amsterdam, Netherlands)},
volume = {21},
number = {},
pages = {101212},
pmid = {41049405},
issn = {2352-7714},
abstract = {Vector-borne diseases transmitted by Aedes, including dengue fever, Chikungunya fever, Zika virus, and yellow fever, represent major global public health threats. This study utilized the Biomod2 modeling framework, incorporating 19 bioclimatic variables, to simulate the current and future geographical distributions of Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus in China under climate change scenarios (SSP2-4.5 and SSP5-8.5). The results indicated that under future climate scenarios, highly suitable regions for both Aedes would decrease in area, while moderately suitable regions would expand. The co-presence probability analysis revealed that highly suitable regions for both species would concentrate in southern and southeastern China, with notable areas in Yunnan, Guangxi, Guangdong, and Hainan. From current to 2090s, the centroid would shift to northeast under SSP2-4.5 and SSP5-8.5. For Ae. aegypti, the most important variables were isothermality (bio3, 44.05 %), precipitation of the wettest quarter (bio16, 27.87 %), and mean temperature of the coldest quarter (bio11, 22.4 %). For Ae. albopictus, the mean temperature of the coldest quarter (bio11, 54.12 %), annual precipitation (bio12, 22.76 %), and precipitation of the coldest quarter (bio19, 13.47 %) were most significant. These findings highlight the potential impacts of climate change on the distribution dynamics of dengue vectors and provide a basis for developing targeted surveillance and control strategies to mitigate future transmission risks.},
}

@article {pmid41049391,
year = {2025},
author = {Almquist, ZW and Bagozzi, BE and Blinova, D and Brown, Z},
title = {Dynamic Networks of Negotiation for International Climate Change Cooperation.},
journal = {Environmental sociology},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
pmid = {41049391},
issn = {2325-1034},
abstract = {The global response to climate change is negotiated through the UNFCCC's Conferences of the Parties (COPs). Initially focused on reducing emissions from developed countries, the UNFCCC has shifted toward broader global responsibility. Despite this, its formal institutions and negotiating blocs remain stable and do not fully explain COP successes or failures. This study examines country affiliations at each COP, which are not evident in public votes or documents. Instead, we analyze high-level segment (HLS) speeches, extracting co-mentions of countries to map dynamic negotiation networks. We use Dynamic Network Logistic Regression (DNR) to model these affiliations, revealing shifting informal allegiances. Findings indicate that negotiation affiliations dissolve over time. The European Union exhibits strong internal homophily, while major countries like China, Russia, the US, and Japan decrease future co-mentions, unlike Germany, which increases them. Additionally, network clustering raises the likelihood of co-mentions, while prior co-mentions (inertia) and past exclusion from co-mentions boost future mentions. This approach captures the evolving structure of international climate negotiations beyond formal blocs.},
}

@article {pmid41047315,
year = {2025},
author = {Ayalon, L and Carr, D and Pillemer, K and Prina, M and Webster, N and Zaninotto, P},
title = {Why ethical research on aging in the context of climate change must address social susceptibilities and assets.},
journal = {International psychogeriatrics},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {100153},
doi = {10.1016/j.inpsyc.2025.100153},
pmid = {41047315},
issn = {1741-203X},
}

@article {pmid41046216,
year = {2025},
author = {Su, Y and Chen, S and Li, X and Xie, T and Feng, M and Chen, F},
title = {Synchronized lake-vegetation dynamics under climate change in arid central Asia.},
journal = {Science bulletin},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1016/j.scib.2025.09.020},
pmid = {41046216},
issn = {2095-9281},
}

@article {pmid41045788,
year = {2025},
author = {Nguyen, MK and Walker, TR and Lin, C and Nguyen, D and Kim, SS and Chung, W and Nguyen, DD},
title = {Emerging challenges of microplastic impacts to ecological health and climate change.},
journal = {Marine pollution bulletin},
volume = {222},
number = {Pt 2},
pages = {118778},
doi = {10.1016/j.marpolbul.2025.118778},
pmid = {41045788},
issn = {1879-3363},
abstract = {Microplastics (MPs) pose a serious environmental hazard, contributing to pollution and potentially impacting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and climate change trends. This study addresses this critical gap by conducting a comprehensive review of existing literature to consolidate current knowledge on the ecological and climatic challenges posed by MPs. Through this review, we find that MPs alter microbial processes, disrupt biogeochemical cycles, and promote GHG release through degradation and ecosystem interactions. The review highlights that MPs not only impact biodiversity and ecosystem health, but also exacerbate climate change by influencing carbon cycling, photosynthetic dynamics in phytoplankton, and atmospheric processes. However, knowledge gaps remain regarding the mechanisms linking MPs to GHG emissions and long-term ecosystem impacts. Our findings emphasize the urgent need for systematic research, standardized methodologies, and integrated policy strategies to mitigate the dual threats of plastic pollution and climate change.},
}

@article {pmid41044234,
year = {2025},
author = {Epule, TE and Nanfouet, MA and Sarkouh, M and Tindjiete, SDY and Peng, C},
title = {Novel readiness index for climate change adaptation in Québec.},
journal = {Scientific reports},
volume = {15},
number = {1},
pages = {34527},
pmid = {41044234},
issn = {2045-2322},
support = {2024-0CAR-341095.//Fonds de Recherche du Québec-Société et Culture,Canada/ ; },
mesh = {Quebec ; *Climate Change ; Humans ; Agriculture ; Socioeconomic Factors ; Poverty ; Temperature ; *Acclimatization ; },
abstract = {This research develops and applies a novel Readiness Index for climate change adaptation in Québec's agricultural sector. The Readiness Index comprises the adaptive capacity score and the climate score. To derive the adaptive capacity score, literacy and poverty rates for six regions of Québec were obtained from Statistics Québec (ISQ) and Québec's Ministry of Agriculture (MAPAQ). The climate score data on annual precipitation, annual temperature and freezing degree days from the CMIP6 shared socioeconomic pathways (SSP3-7) were sourced from Ouranos. All data spanned across 1991-2024. The climate data underwent normalisation to render the climate variables comparable and easily integrated into the model. An interpolation technique was employed to estimate the missing adaptive capacity data (literacy and poverty rates). The Readiness Index combines normalised climatic and adaptive capacity data. The results indicate disparities among regions, with southern or central and more urbanised areas demonstrating higher readiness levels due to greater access to economic resources, higher climate literacy, better infrastructure, institutional support and diversified economies, in contrast to the northern and resource-dependent or peripheral regions.},
}

Quebec
*Climate Change
Humans
Agriculture
Socioeconomic Factors
Poverty
Temperature
*Acclimatization

@article {pmid41044145,
year = {2025},
author = {Hou, Q and Bian, G and Jin, S and Song, H and Bai, H},
title = {Prediction of potential suitable habitats for Liriomyza sativae blanchard in China under climate change scenarios.},
journal = {Scientific reports},
volume = {15},
number = {1},
pages = {34631},
pmid = {41044145},
issn = {2045-2322},
abstract = {Liriomyza sativae is a significant agricultural pest globally, inflicting damage on a wide array of crops and spreading at alarming rates. Our study aims to thoroughly investigate the potential habitat of this pest in China under varying climate change scenarios. Here, the MaxEnt model was employed to predict current and future potential suitable habitat for L. sativae in China, based on 102 distribution points and 7 key environmental variables. The test set's average AUC was 0.895 with a standard deviation of 0.014, indicating accurate and reliable simulation results. Jackknife analysis revealed that annual mean temperature (Bio01), precipitation seasonality (Bio15), and precipitation of wettest quarter (Bio16) have the most significant impacts on the potential geographical habitat of L. sativae. Under current climate conditions, this pest posed a potential threat to all provinces, autonomous regions, and municipalities in China, with a total area of potential suitable habitats of 540.8×10[4] km[2]. The highly suitable habitats are predominantly distributed across North China, Central China, East China, and South China, along with the southern regions of Northeast China, covering an area of 288.2×10[4] km[2]. Compared to the current climate scenario, the proliferation of suitable habitats for L. sativae in the 2050s and 2070s is notably focalized, demonstrating a trend of expansion towards the northeast and southwest regions of our country. This amplification of suitable habitats is primarily observed in Tibet, Qinghai, western Sichuan, the northern segment of Heilongjiang Province, and the northeastern section of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. Conversely, areas experiencing a reduction in suitable habitats are comparatively dispersed, exhibiting substantial disparities in the extent of reduction across various regions. These reductions are notably present in Xinjiang, Gansu, Tibet, Shaanxi, Hubei, Hunan, Chongqing, Yunnan, and Sichuan. Our results demonstrated that future climate change would lead to varied degrees of influence on L. sativae among different regions of China. This study analyzed the potential habitat of this pest under current and future climate conditions, providing insights into effective prevention, control strategies, and management policies to mitigate agricultural threats from this species.},
}

@article {pmid41043970,
year = {2025},
author = {Wasmus, H and Fleck, L and Schmidt, T and Scheydt, S and Schirmbeck, F and Kazlauskas, E and Tol, W and Reininghaus, U},
title = {Addressing youths' climate change-related distress: a qualitative study on the experience of burden, triggering and protective factors.},
journal = {BMJ mental health},
volume = {28},
number = {1},
pages = {},
pmid = {41043970},
issn = {2755-9734},
mesh = {Humans ; *Climate Change ; Male ; Female ; Adolescent ; Qualitative Research ; Young Adult ; Adult ; Protective Factors ; Germany ; *Stress, Psychological/psychology/etiology ; Adaptation, Psychological ; Mental Health ; *Psychological Distress ; },
abstract = {BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: In recent years, growing scientific and public awareness has highlighted the negative impacts of climate change on mental health, particularly among young people, who are disproportionately affected. These findings underscore the need for effective and scalable interventions to support individuals experiencing climate change-related distress (CCD). At the initial stage, it is crucial to understand how this distress manifests and what the momentary risk and protective factors are that exacerbate and modulate its dynamic occurrence in everyday life.

METHODS: In this context of need, nine qualitative, semistructured interviews with young individuals, aged between 14 and 25 and living in Germany, with CCD were conducted. Interviews centred on individuals' burdens, putative triggers eliciting the experience, as well as putative protective factors. We analysed the data and developed themes via Braun and Clarke's reflexive thematic analysis and electively structured the analysis according to the coding paradigm adopted from Strauss and Corbin.

RESULTS: Participants reported experiencing a wide range of negative emotions as well as mental health difficulties associated with climate change, including sleep disturbances, reduced well-being and difficulties concentrating. The experience emerges from the understanding and awareness of the complexity of climate change and its associated consequences for the environment. Protective factors were reported, including positive emotions (eg, hope, finding meaning and purpose), self-efficacy, conceptual knowledge about climate change-related emotions and external factors (ie, social support). Participants employed various strategies to regulate their emotions, ranging from avoidance and distraction to strategies like acceptance, cognitive reappraisal and active engagement in pro-environmental behaviour or activism.

Overall, this study enhances our understanding of young individuals' emergence and daily life experience of CCD. The findings suggest that a prolonged or overly extensive occurrence may result in mental health difficulties. Moreover, the results highlight the importance of strengthening factors associated with resilience at a young age, enabling individuals to cope with CCD. The findings have implications for the development of potential intervention components and suggest imparting conceptual knowledge and adaptive regulatory strategies, supporting habit formation and providing networking opportunities with others affected by CCD.},
}

Humans
*Climate Change
Male
Female
Adolescent
Qualitative Research
Young Adult
Adult
Protective Factors
Germany
*Stress, Psychological/psychology/etiology
Adaptation, Psychological
Mental Health
*Psychological Distress

@article {pmid41043841,
year = {2025},
author = {Dubas-Jakóbczyk, K and George, NS and Ndayishimiye, C},
title = {Health systems' adaptations to climate change: an umbrella review of global evidence protocol.},
journal = {BMJ open},
volume = {15},
number = {10},
pages = {e105492},
doi = {10.1136/bmjopen-2025-105492},
pmid = {41043841},
issn = {2044-6055},
mesh = {*Climate Change ; Systematic Reviews as Topic ; Humans ; Research Design ; *Delivery of Health Care ; },
abstract = {INTRODUCTION: Health systems' (HS) adaptations to climate change (CC) cover two major, and interrelated dimensions: (1) Environmental sustainability-actions aimed at limiting the negative impact of HS on the environment (eg, by reducing greenhouse gas emissions) and (2) Climate resilience-adaptations focused on improving HS' ability to cope with the impact of CC (eg, by improving HS preparedness to climate-induced natural disasters). Within both dimensions, a diversity of actions, at different HS levels, can take place. The general objective is to provide health policy makers with a comprehensive evidence-based set of recommendations on the scope and effectiveness of HS adaptations to CC.

METHODS AND ANALYSIS: An umbrella review will be conducted. Systematic reviews will be included if: (1) They focus on HS adaptations to CC (including both environmental sustainability and climate resilience strategies/actions), (2) Were published since 2015 and (3) Report a quality appraisal of included studies. Five databases were searched: (1) MEDLINE via PubMed, (2) Scopus, (3) Web of science core collection, (4) ProQuest Central and (5) The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. Two reviewers will independently assess studies' eligibility, conduct quality appraisal and perform data extraction. Data will be synthesised using both quantitative and qualitative methods. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses will guide the reporting of results.

ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION: Ethical approval is not required, as this study involves the collection and analysis of secondary data only. The results will be submitted for publication in a peer-reviewed journal and disseminated via dedicated research channels and social media platforms.

PROSPERO REGISTRATION NUMBER: CRD420251052647.},
}

*Climate Change
Systematic Reviews as Topic
Humans
Research Design
*Delivery of Health Care

@article {pmid41041402,
year = {2025},
author = {Zhang, K and Lin, J and Zheng, J and Li, X and Xu, L and Liu, L and Liu, X and Jin, X and Fu, R and Wang, X and Sang, Y and Guo, X},
title = {Evaluating Climate Change Effects on Swan Habitats Within China: Adaptive Strategies for Sustainable Conservation.},
journal = {Ecology and evolution},
volume = {15},
number = {10},
pages = {e72238},
pmid = {41041402},
issn = {2045-7758},
abstract = {Under the combined pressures of global climate change and human activities, swan habitats in China are facing severe threats, posing direct challenges to the effectiveness of existing protected areas. However, the dynamic changes in the distribution of swan habitats and conservation coverage under climate change remain insufficiently explored. In this study, we focused on three widely distributed swan species in China-Cygnus cygnus (Whooper Swan), Cygnus columbianus (Bewick's Swan), and Cygnus olor (Mute Swan). Using the maximum entropy (MaxEnt) model, we projected the spatial distribution patterns of their habitats and the trends in conservation rates under recent period (2001-2020) and future periods (2021-2040 and 2041-2060) across three Shared Socioeconomic Pathways (SSP1-2.6, SSP2-4.5, and SSP5-8.5). The results indicated that the MaxEnt model performed well, with mean values of training and testing area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (AUC) of 0.966 and 0.956, respectively, and a mean true skill statistic (TSS) of 0.833 across all periods. Slope, NDVI, proximity to water, and isothermality (Bio3) were identified as the key environmental variables jointly influencing the distribution of the three swan species. During the recent period, the total suitable habitat areas of the three swan species were 44.89 × 10[4], 54.18 × 10[4], and 48.33 × 10[4] km[2], respectively. Under future scenarios, overall habitat ranges remained relatively stable, but the suitability structure shifted, with low suitability habitats showing greater fluctuations. In terms of conservation coverage, the overall conservation rate of suitable habitats for all three species remained below 11%. Coverage of highly suitable habitats was higher than that of moderately and low suitable habitats, but protection gaps persisted, especially for Whooper Swan and Bewick's Swan. These findings highlight significant mismatches between swan habitats and reserve networks and provide a scientific basis for optimizing conservation planning and adaptive management under climate change.},
}

@article {pmid41041273,
year = {2025},
author = {Sagastume, S and Cilia, G and Henriques, D and Yadró, C and Corona, M and Higes, M and Pinto, MA and Nanetti, A and Martín-Hernández, R},
title = {Climate change-induced stress in the honey bee Apis mellifera L.- a genetic review.},
journal = {Frontiers in physiology},
volume = {16},
number = {},
pages = {1623705},
pmid = {41041273},
issn = {1664-042X},
abstract = {Climate change is a powerful driver of stress, as it reinforces hotter and drier environments. For bees, the most concerning aspects of these new environmental conditions are the resistance and resilience of bees to changes in temperature, humidity and ultraviolet radiation, as well as the negative effect on diversity of food resources which can lead in nutritional stress. The climatic vulnerability of various bee species and subspecies varies worldwide, as they experience varying levels of stress and display distinct behaviors, weaknesses, and lifespans. To understand these differences, it is crucial to consider both the genetics and epigenetics of bees, as these factors play a key role in their response, resistance, and adaptation to new stressors. This review provides a guide of genetic and epigenetic markers involved in the cellular response of Apis mellifera to most common stressors derived from climate change. Understanding how the various molecular mechanisms interact to restore homeostasis during the stress response is essential for designing future studies based on molecular markers.},
}

@article {pmid41040881,
year = {2025},
author = {Gan, T and Gustave, W and Li, B and Lopez, C and Zhang, X},
title = {Innovative solutions for PFAS detection under global warming: application prospects of whole-cell bioreporter.},
journal = {Frontiers in microbiology},
volume = {16},
number = {},
pages = {1682831},
pmid = {41040881},
issn = {1664-302X},
}

@article {pmid41040777,
year = {2025},
author = {Multani, HK and Sraa, KK and Abbas, H and Gandhi, S and San Juan, LJ and Pan, EH and Riedel, F and Khan, S},
title = {Climate Change and Pediatric Skin Health: Emerging Threats, Innovations, and Equity Gaps.},
journal = {Cureus},
volume = {17},
number = {9},
pages = {e91397},
pmid = {41040777},
issn = {2168-8184},
abstract = {Climate change poses unique dermatologic risks to children due to immature skin barrier function, weakened immune systems, and dependence on caregivers. Under stable environmental conditions, pediatric skin maintains homeostasis through balanced barrier function, microbiome diversity, and immune regulation. The changing climate disrupts these protective mechanisms through rising temperatures, air pollution, ultraviolet (UV) radiation, and adverse weather conditions. Research demonstrates these environmental stressors exacerbate atopic dermatitis (AD), infectious dermatoses, and infestations, all while disproportionately affecting marginalized communities. Current clinical approaches often fail to address the climate-related dimensions of pediatric skin disease, relying on traditional therapies without environmental adaptation. Emerging solutions, such as climate-resilient skincare formulations, teledermatology, and community-based interventions, show promise for more effective management. This review examines the pathophysiological effects of climate change on pediatric skin, evaluates current and emerging care strategies, and identifies critical gaps in the literature. Challenges include limited pediatric-specific climate research, healthcare disparities in vulnerable populations, and inadequate integration of dermatologic concerns into climate policy. Despite these barriers, advances in preventive dermatology and community-based interventions offer opportunities to improve outcomes. Future progress will depend on interdisciplinary efforts to develop climate-adaptive skin care frameworks that protect children's health in a dynamic world.},
}

@article {pmid41040466,
year = {2025},
author = {Basak, K and Chaudhuri, C and Suraj, M and Ahmed, M},
title = {Trophic Cascades and Habitat Suitability in Udanti Sitanadi Tiger Reserve: Impacts of Prey Depletion and Climate Change on Predator-Prey Dynamics.},
journal = {Zoological studies},
volume = {64},
number = {},
pages = {e7},
pmid = {41040466},
issn = {1810-522X},
abstract = {This study investigates the trophic cascades and habitat suitability in Udanti Sitanadi Tiger Reserve (USTR), highlighting the roles of apex predators, subordinate predators, and prey species in maintaining ecosystem balance. Using the Trophic Species Distribution Model (Trophic SDM), we explored prey-predator interactions and habitat suitability, revealing that tigers respond to prey depletion by increasingly relying on cattle, while leopards adapt by preying on smaller species. Additionally, climate change projections for 2021-2040 and 2081-2100 under CMIP6 scenarios SSP245 and SSP585 indicate significant regional habitat shifts, necessitating adaptive management strategies. Kulhadighat is projected to face habitat contraction, while Sitanadi may experience habitat expansion. This study emphasizes the need for effective conservation efforts such as habitat restoration, prey augmentation and predator recovery are the most important steps needed to maintain the purpose of a Tiger reserve and conservation potential of Chhattisgarh-Odisha Tiger Conservation Unit (TCU). To achieve these dynamics, focusing on community participation, anti-poaching measures, and scientific recommendations are the most crucial components to focus on. This comprehensive analysis underscores the critical role of targeted conservation activities in prey-depleted landscapes to ensure the long-term survival of tigers and the overall health of forest ecosystems, enhancing biodiversity and mitigating human-wildlife conflicts in USTR.},
}

@article {pmid41039288,
year = {2025},
author = {Lambebo, IH and Eba, K and Tucho, GT},
title = {Community's perceptions on health and ecological impacts of climate change and adaptation strategies in rural areas of the central Ethiopian region.},
journal = {BMC public health},
volume = {25},
number = {1},
pages = {3310},
pmid = {41039288},
issn = {1471-2458},
mesh = {Humans ; Ethiopia ; *Climate Change ; Female ; Male ; Adult ; Focus Groups ; Middle Aged ; *Rural Population ; Adolescent ; Young Adult ; Aged ; },
abstract = {BACKGROUND: Ethiopia struggles with floods, droughts, climate-related health issues, lacking sufficient research on community vulnerability, risk perceptions, and adaptation strategies.

METHODS: Employing a mixed-methods approach including household surveys (N = 845), focus group discussions, and key informant interviews the research captures the socio-economic, ecological, and health dimensions of climate vulnerability in Highland, Midland, and Lowland climatic zones.

RESULTS: Findings reveal stark regional disparities: Highland communities face heightened exposure to cold waves and water scarcity exacerbated by aging populations and poor housing; Lowland zones are afflicted by heat-related stressors, institutional collapse, and youth-dominated demographics; while Midland areas suffer from hydrological instability fostering disease transmission. Across all regions, systemic health issues such as food- and water-borne diseases (83%) and malnutrition (80%) emerge as pervasive threats. Statistical analysis via logistic regression identifies educational, income, health insurance access, credit availability, and climate information as significant predictors of adaptation. Notably, higher education boosts adaptive capacity by over 13-fold, while females and larger families show reduced engagement in adaptation practices. Local innovations, including Enset and mixed farming, offer culturally rooted strategies for resilience, though feasibility varies regionally.

CONCLUSION: The study underscores the need for geographically tailored, integrated climate-health interventions supported by inclusive service delivery, climate-aware education, and gender-responsive programming. It also highlights a critical gap between perceived climate risks and scientifically grounded understanding of causes only 14% attribute climate change to human activities pointing to the importance of culturally attuned climate communication.},
}

Humans
Ethiopia
*Climate Change
Female
Male
Adult
Focus Groups
Middle Aged
*Rural Population
Adolescent
Young Adult
Aged

@article {pmid41038092,
year = {2025},
author = {Prasad, SS and Puri, V and Bakhshi, P},
title = {Do climate change and geopolitical risk influence volatility? Empirical evidence from leading economies.},
journal = {Journal of environmental management},
volume = {394},
number = {},
pages = {127471},
doi = {10.1016/j.jenvman.2025.127471},
pmid = {41038092},
issn = {1095-8630},
abstract = {Our study addresses the two novel objectives: 1) to study the impact of global climate change on stock market volatility, and 2) to study the impact of geopolitical risk on stock market volatility. With 21 years of high-frequency daily stock market returns data for the ten most influential economies encompassing the period from January 2003 to December 2022 (available until December 2022), we find high volatility in the stock markets of Italy, the United Kingdom and Germany due to global climate change and high volatility in the Indian stock market due to geopolitical uncertainty, while the USA and Japan are seen with volatility dampening due to geopolitical uncertainty. Due to the mixed-frequency datasets of dependent and independent variables, we employ the novel GARCH-MIDAS methodology to estimate our results. The originality of our study lies in the adoption of a novel methodology and the creation of a high-frequency dataset for 21 years during which the world has witnessed major geopolitical and climatic disruptions. Our results call for major policy interventions by governments worldwide to mitigate the risks posed by global climate change, adopt more stringent regulations to manage geopolitical uncertainty, and stabilize their financial markets. Additionally, this analysis extends the discussion beyond generic conclusions and provides more discerning policy implications concerning the unique vulnerabilities and resilience factors that each economy is endowed with. Overall, our study has larger implications and calls for international cooperation by the countries to design effective policies to address these pressing issues.},
}

@article {pmid41035573,
year = {2025},
author = {Ejaz, ZH and Maya, MF and Kazim, F and Amir Ali, Z and Akber Ali, N and Khoja, A},
title = {Impact of climate change and air pollution on cardiovascular disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis protocol.},
journal = {JRSM cardiovascular disease},
volume = {14},
number = {},
pages = {20480040251380392},
pmid = {41035573},
issn = {2048-0040},
abstract = {BACKGROUND: Climate change and increasing environmental pollution are emerging as significant threats to global health, notably through their impact on cardiovascular diseases (CVD). The World Health Organization (WHO) attributes millions of premature deaths annually to air pollution and extreme temperatures. Despite extensive research on air pollution and temperature extremes separately, their combined effects on cardiovascular health remain inadequately explored.

METHODS: We plan to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis to assess the impact of climate change, including extremes of temperature and air pollution, on CVD. We will search PubMed, CINAHL, SCOPUS, ClinicalTrials.gov, and additional databases for studies published between August 12, 2019, and August 11, 2024. The review will include observational and quasi-experimental (pre and post-test) studies. Data extraction and quality assessment will be performed using EndNote, Rayyan.ai, and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) quality appraisal tool. The statistical analysis will be conducted using RevMan 5.4, with risk ratios, mean differences, and heterogeneity evaluated.

DISCUSSION: This review aims to synthesize evidence on how ambient air pollutants (PM2.5, CO, O3) and extreme temperatures contribute to cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. It will highlight the synergistic effects of air pollution and temperature extremes, with a particular focus on low- and middle-income countries where the burden is most pronounced.

CONCLUSION: By integrating the impacts of both climate change and air pollution on cardiovascular health, this review will provide comprehensive insights into the global health burden of CVD. The findings will inform public health strategies and interventions to mitigate the adverse effects of environmental factors on cardiovascular health.},
}

@article {pmid41035554,
year = {2025},
author = {Abrescia, N and D'Abbraccio, M and Maddaloni, A and Molinaro, G},
title = {Climate change and increased risk of respiratory infections in humans.},
journal = {Bulletin of the World Health Organization},
volume = {103},
number = {10},
pages = {578-578A},
pmid = {41035554},
issn = {1564-0604},
}

@article {pmid41035391,
year = {2025},
author = {Bertoli, M and De Cesaris, M and Bonventre, S and Brunetti, M},
title = {Cognition in Climate Change: Is It Just a Matter of Time?.},
journal = {Wiley interdisciplinary reviews. Cognitive science},
volume = {16},
number = {5},
pages = {e70014},
pmid = {41035391},
issn = {1939-5086},
support = {//Italian Ministry of University and Research/ ; //University of Chieti-Pescara/ ; },
mesh = {*Climate Change ; Humans ; *Cognition/physiology ; },
abstract = {Climate change (CC) is a global phenomenon characterized by long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns. Aside from natural causes, we have been facing a full-blown climate crisis primarily driven by human activity, leading to increasingly frequent and extreme weather events that put a strain on people's mental capacities. Addressing CC necessitates a temporal perspective as both causes and potential solutions extend beyond the present. However, despite being a significant challenge for humanity, CC is often considered temporally distant, leading to abstract thinking and reduced urgency for action. Considering the diverse dimensions that concur to define CC, this review will explore the link between CC and time cognition, building on insights from cognitive sciences. Upon considering the tangible effects of the anthropogenic CC (Changing Place), we argue that change in the social construction of time is inherent to CC and drifts to the point of affecting psychological well-being (Changing Time). Moreover, considering that time is central to cognition and interlinked with several cognitive functions, we will consider the literature investigating the impact of CC-related eco-anxiety on cognitive abilities within the framework of time cognition. Furthermore, we assess how eco-anxiety and time cognition interact, potentially serving as markers of mental well-being (Changing Thoughts). By framing CC within the realm of time cognition, we offer an interdisciplinary perspective on cognition and well-being, advocating for the integration of cognitive science into climate adaptation and mitigation efforts to foster more effective, psychologically sustainable long-term climate strategies (Changing Future). This article is categorized under: Neuroscience > Cognition.},
}

*Climate Change
Humans
*Cognition/physiology

@article {pmid41035167,
year = {2025},
author = {Cameron, CV and Spatari, S and Baxter, JB and Creighton, MA},
title = {Life Cycle Assessment to Quantify Global Warming and Human Health-Respiratory Impacts of Using Composites from Waste Wind Turbine Blades as Feedstock for Cement Clinker and Fiberglass Production.},
journal = {Environmental science & technology},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1021/acs.est.5c07978},
pmid = {41035167},
issn = {1520-5851},
abstract = {The wind energy sector is a growing contributor to global electricity generation. The increasing deployment of wind turbines also creates significant waste when turbine materials reach their end-of-life. Glass fiber reinforced polymer composites, which comprise the majority of a wind turbine blade's mass, are difficult to separate into their component parts for recycling. This study employs a cradle-to-gate life cycle assessment to evaluate the environmental impacts of utilizing waste wind turbine blade material in cement clinker and fiberglass production. We find that incorporating waste blades as 15% of the feedstock in a cement clinker production plant reduces global warming and human health-respiratory impacts by 9 and 34%, respectively, compared to using virgin materials only. For a fiberglass plant, this substitution increases global warming impacts by 11% but decreases respiratory health impacts by 3%. Each kilogram of secondary product diverts approximately 0.25-0.32 kg of WTB waste from landfills. The projected rate of blade decommissioning of ∼800,000 tonnes per year would replace less than 1% of the overall virgin material demand for the cement clinker industry and up to 8% for the fiberglass industry, indicating plenty of capacity for these industries to accommodate this waste blade material in their feedstocks.},
}

@article {pmid41033354,
year = {2025},
author = {Cheah, I and Shimul, AS and Rahman, M and Zlatevska, N},
title = {The effects of climate change on food intake, appetite and dietary choices: From current challenges to future practices.},
journal = {Appetite},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {108328},
doi = {10.1016/j.appet.2025.108328},
pmid = {41033354},
issn = {1095-8304},
abstract = {Climate change profoundly impacts human appetite, food intake, and dietary behaviors through multiple pathways. Heat stress suppresses appetite via thermoregulation mechanisms, while climate-induced food insecurity alters availability and nutritional quality of staple crops. This special issue compiles twenty studies examining physiological responses, vulnerable population adaptations, and sustainable dietary transitions, emphasizing the urgent need for climate-resilient food systems and equitable nutrition interventions.},
}

@article {pmid41033208,
year = {2025},
author = {Yildirim, K and Haciimamoglu, T and Turedi, S},
title = {Unveiling the effects of economic complexity, climate change, and urbanisation on energy security: Evidence from high-risk countries.},
journal = {Journal of environmental management},
volume = {394},
number = {},
pages = {127456},
doi = {10.1016/j.jenvman.2025.127456},
pmid = {41033208},
issn = {1095-8630},
abstract = {Energy security remains a critical issue in both scientific and political debates because of its wide-ranging economic, social, and environmental implications, as well as its influence on policy actions at the global, national, and local levels. However, comprehensive assessments of all key aspects of energy security remain incomplete, and no unified indicators adequately capture a country's level of energy security. To this aim, the study addresses the economic and sociopolitical factors influencing energy security using a novel analytical approach, focusing on countries identified as having the highest levels of energy security. In this regard, the research employs the Energy Security Risk Index (ESRI) developed by Global Energy Institute for the period 1995-2018 to analyses 18 countries with the highest energy security risks. The study employs the method of moments quantile regression (MMQR) to assess the effects of economic growth (EG), economic complexity (EC), CO2 emissions, and urbanisation on energy security. The main findings of the study indicate that EG and urbanisation have a mitigating effect on energy security risks, whereas CO2 emissions intensify these risks. Furthermore, the study reveals an inverted U-shaped nonlinear relationship between energy security risk and economic complexity. As key policy implications of the study, these findings suggest that particularly the government and scientific community promote sustainable development through innovative economic policies while prioritizing CO2 reduction strategies and clean energy alternatives.},
}

@article {pmid41033194,
year = {2025},
author = {Attawet, J and Bhandari, P and Lewis, T and Wang, C and Qiu, Y},
title = {Midwives' preparedness for climate change impacts on maternal and child health: A scoping review.},
journal = {Women and birth : journal of the Australian College of Midwives},
volume = {38},
number = {6},
pages = {102112},
doi = {10.1016/j.wombi.2025.102112},
pmid = {41033194},
issn = {1878-1799},
abstract = {BACKGROUND: Midwives are frontline healthcare providers for pregnant women, yet gaps in their knowledge and training on extreme heat and air pollution limit their ability to provide effective care during these climate-related challenges.

OBJECTIVE: This scoping review aimed to explore midwives' knowledge, adaptation, and preparedness for caring for pregnant women during climate change-related events, with a focus on extreme heat and air pollution.

METHOD: A scoping review was conducted using the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) methodology. A total of 272 articles were retrieved from multiple databases, of which five studies met the inclusion criteria. The included studies comprised qualitative, quantitative, mixed-method, case study, and review designs.

FINDINGS: The review revealed two key areas. First, midwives demonstrated varying levels of knowledge and preparedness regarding climate change-related events, particularly extreme heat and air pollution, with implications for maternal and child health. Second, barriers and enablers were identified: limited training, weak institutional support, and inadequate policies hindered practice, whereas professional development initiatives and supportive leadership acted as enablers.

CONCLUSION: The findings highlight an urgent need to integrate education on such climate change-related events into midwifery training. Strengthening midwives' knowledge and preparedness is essential to empower them in safeguarding maternal and child health amidst growing climate-related challenges.},
}

@article {pmid41033167,
year = {2025},
author = {Almécija Pérez, MC and Gómez Morillo, M and Llano Gómez, C and Peyman-Fard Shafi-Tabatabaei, N},
title = {[Effects of temperature changes due to climate change on human health].},
journal = {Atencion primaria},
volume = {57},
number = {12},
pages = {103369},
doi = {10.1016/j.aprim.2025.103369},
pmid = {41033167},
issn = {1578-1275},
abstract = {Climate change is intensifying extreme heat with serious health consequences. Heatwaves increase both mortality and morbidity, particularly affecting vulnerable groups. Heat exacerbates cardiovascular, renal, mental, and respiratory diseases, and its impact is greater in contexts of energy poverty and inadequate housing. Moreover, there are significant geographical and social inequalities: those who contribute the least to climate change are often the most affected. Adaptation can reduce heat-related mortality by up to 80% and includes physiological, cultural, technological, and policy-based measures. From Primary Health Care, strategies are proposed at individual, group, community, and political levels, focusing on identifying vulnerabilities, raising awareness, promoting healthy environments, and demanding climate justice. The approach must be comprehensive, equitable, and transformative in order to address this global health crisis effectively.},
}

@article {pmid41031636,
year = {2025},
author = {Wu, Z and Wang, W and Li, MH and Wanze, Z and Zhou, J and Chang, R and Wang, G},
title = {Global warming enhances the growth of understory shrubs but not canopy trees in the alpine treeline ecotone of the southeastern Tibetan Plateau.},
journal = {Tree physiology},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1093/treephys/tpaf122},
pmid = {41031636},
issn = {1758-4469},
abstract = {How co-existing species of canopy trees and understory shrubs differentially respond to global warming may affect treeline ecotone dynamics, yet their growth trends and potential underlying ecophysiological mechanisms remain understudied. Here, we used dendrochronology and stable carbon isotope analysis to compare the radial stem growth, intrinsic water-use efficiency (iWUE), and climate sensitivity of co-occurring coniferous trees (Abies fabri Craib) and broadleaved shrubs (Rhododendron faberi subsp. prattiiradial) at a treeline ecotone site in the Tibetan Plateau's southeast. The results revealed that the shrub growth rate has increased significantly over the past 50 years (1973-2022) (P < 0.05), while the growth trend of co-existing trees did not increase significantly. Further, compared with nearby trees, the radial growth of shrubs was more strongly positively correlated with temperature and moisture conditions during the growing season (May-October). Nonetheless, during the more recent 1990-2022 period, iWUE of both woody plant species steadily increased with a rising atmospheric CO2 concentration. Overall, our results suggest that at the treeline ecotone, morphological growth and functional trait differences between coniferous trees and broadleaved shrubs, as well as interactions within and between species, may drive divergent plant physiological processes and ecological strategies in response to rapid global warming.},
}

@article {pmid41031297,
year = {2025},
author = {Abay, G and Gül, S},
title = {Modeling the distribution of the endemic Turkish moss species Cinclidotus bistratosus Kürschner & Lüb.-Nestle (Pottiaceae) under various climate change scenarios.},
journal = {Frontiers in plant science},
volume = {16},
number = {},
pages = {1659115},
pmid = {41031297},
issn = {1664-462X},
abstract = {The extant literature on the subject is inconclusive, with only a paucity of studies addressing variations in the distribution patterns of moss species, particularly those with restricted distributions, in the framework of climate change. Consequently, we constructed simulated current and predicted prospective potential distribution models of Cinclidotus bistratosus, a narrow-range endemic moss species belonging to Türkiye, using the CMCC-ESM2, HadGem3-GC31-LL, and MIROC6 climate models. The purpose of this paper is to examine the distinct habitat requirements of the endemic moss, the key environmental factors that influence its distribution, and the distribution changes of the species under climate change over a substantial spatial-temporal scale (between the periods 2021-2100). Precipitation of driest, hottest and coldest quarters has been identified as a key factor influencing C. bistratosus distribution models. The findings of this study indicate that the highest probability of habitat suitability for C. bistratosus is currently in the coastal regions of western and southern Türkiye. However, future projections indicate a substantial decline in suitable habitats and a potential expansion towards northern regions of the country. In the scenario of prospective climate warming, the appropriate habitat of C. bistratosus may shift towards northern and high-altitude regions under the SSP5-8.5 climate scenario. However, the species will not entirely withdrawal from the Mediterranean distribution range, and its possible distribution will be restricted in Türkiye. The present study provides significant information and support for understanding the effects of climate change on the distribution of C. bistratosus, as well as its future distribution and conservation strategies.},
}

@article {pmid41030919,
year = {2025},
author = {Tran, TTT and Tran, KV and Nguyen, TD and Pham, NTT and Nguyen, TH},
title = {Role of heat shock proteins in renal function and adaptation to heat stress: Implications for global warming.},
journal = {World journal of nephrology},
volume = {14},
number = {3},
pages = {107571},
pmid = {41030919},
issn = {2220-6124},
abstract = {The escalating global temperature, with 2024 as the hottest year, emphasizes the critical link between climate change and kidney health. Extreme heat, a consequence of global warming, causes multifaceted effects on human physiology, including renal function alterations. This review investigates physiological and molecular mechanisms of heat stress-induced kidney injury, including acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease (CKD), and urinary stone formation. It highlights how heat stress contributes to renal dysfunction via dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, and activation of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system and antidiuretic hormone pathways, particularly in vulnerable populations like outdoor workers, the elderly, and pregnant women. The review also emphasizes the roles of heat shock proteins (HSPs)-HSP27, HSP60, HSP70, and HSP90-in maintaining cellular integrity by preventing protein aggregation and repairing damaged proteins in renal tissues. Dysregulation of these proteins under prolonged heat stress is implicated in CKD progression. This review highlights the urgent need for targeted public health interventions: (1) Hydration; (2) Workplace cooling; (3) Community education; and (4) Developing pharmacological therapies targeting HSPs. A multidisciplinary approach involving nephrology, environmental science, and public health is essential to mitigate the increasing burden of heat-related kidney disease in the era of global climate change.},
}

@article {pmid41030675,
year = {2025},
author = {Reisig, V and Starker, A and Haftenberger, M and Manz, MH and Möhlendick, K and Mühlenbruch, K and Haar, A and Taylor, A and Borrmann, B},
title = {Climate Change and Prevention - Review of Prevention Indicators of the German Federal States in Relation to 'Climate Change and Health'.},
journal = {Journal of health monitoring},
volume = {10},
number = {3},
pages = {e13411},
pmid = {41030675},
issn = {2511-2708},
abstract = {BACKGROUND: The risks of climate change for human health are becoming increasingly apparent. The prevention indicator system of the German federal states (Länder in Deutschland), developed between 2018 and 2022, was therefore reviewed in relation to its relevance to climate change.

METHODS: As a first step, a working group with members from different German federal states developed a model on the relationships between climate change and health in the context of prevention. Central aspects of this model were translated into a checklist based on guiding questions, which was used to conduct a systematic, standardised, and evidence-informed assessment of the climate relevance of the prevention indicator system of the German federal states.

RESULTS: Climate change relevance was identified for a total of 49 out of 73 prevention indicators. Most frequently, climate relevance was found for indicators relating to particularly vulnerable groups to climate change-related health impacts (27 indicators), followed by 18 indicators addressing health consequences of climate change.

CONCLUSIONS: The assessment methodology that we developed proved suitable and can be applied to assess climate relevance in other health indicator systems. This prevention indicator system requires further development of climate aspects that have not yet been included, such as 'health-relevant climate change impacts', 'health costs', and indicators on vaccine-preventable diseases as climate adaptation measures.},
}

@article {pmid41029656,
year = {2025},
author = {Melese, D and Lemessa, D and Abebe, M and Hailegiorgis, T and Nemomissa, S},
title = {Modelling the distribution of Ekebergia capensis sparrm. (Meliaceae) under the current and future climate change scenarios in Ethiopia.},
journal = {BMC ecology and evolution},
volume = {25},
number = {1},
pages = {99},
pmid = {41029656},
issn = {2730-7182},
mesh = {Ethiopia ; *Climate Change ; *Ecosystem ; Conservation of Natural Resources ; *Models, Biological ; },
abstract = {BACKGROUND: Ekebergia capensis is a valuable tropical tree occurring on highlands of Ethiopia and used for traditional medicines, fodder for livestock and fruits are eaten by birds and other wild animals. However, it faces climate change threats and increased anthropogenic pressure, mainly, selective cutting for timber, firewood and expansions of agriculture across its range. Understanding the impacts of climate change on its suitable ranges is crucial to identify high-priority areas for its effective conservation and management plans. The study aimed to predict suitable habitats of Ekebergia capensis and examine factors influencing its distribution under current climate and future climate scenarios.

METHODS: We used an ensemble modeling approach with 10 replications of five algorithms: BRT (boosted regression trees), RF (random forest), GLM (generalized linear model), GAM (generalized additive model), and Maxent (maximum entropy). Model performance was evaluated using the area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (AUC), the true skill statistic (TSS), and visual assessment of ROC curves.

RESULTS: The AUC and TSS of the ensemble model are 0.88 and 0.68, respectively, showing a very good performance. The currently predicted suitable habitat for Ekebergia capensis covers an area of approximately 215,869.87 km², representing 19.05% of the country. Under climate projections for the 2050s based on emission scenarios, the range of this species will decline by 31.71% under the medium (SSP2-4.5) and by 33.56% under the worst-case (SSP5-8.5) scenario. In the 2070s, the suitable habitats of this species will decrease by 45.44% and 47.14% under SSP2-4.5 and SSP5-8.5, respectively. Ekebergia capensis will lose a large portion of its suitable habitats between 2050s and 2070s, i.e., 16.92% under SSP2-4.5 and 15.24% under SSP5-8.5. This study suggests that southern, central, southwestern, and eastern highlands of Ethiopia provide suitable areas for the species. In contrast, suitable habitats in the northern part of the country will be either lost or fragmented in the future.

CONCLUSIONS: Our findings show that climate change significantly affects the suitable habitats of Ekebergia capensis. Only selected parts of its current habitat will remain suitable, while others will be lost or become isolated in the future. This species has recalcitrant seeds and cannot be stored ex-situ. Therefore, conservation efforts should prioritize in situ strategies such as habitat restoration, reintroduction, and assisted migration across its range. In addition, combining in situ efforts with carefully selected ex situ methods could offer a more comprehensive approach to conserving this species.},
}

Ethiopia
*Climate Change
*Ecosystem
Conservation of Natural Resources
*Models, Biological

@article {pmid41029489,
year = {2025},
author = {Huang, Y and Zhao, G and Yang, Y and Yang, J and Wu Zhi, JB},
title = {Distribution and cultivation area dynamics of Aralia Elata (Miq.) Seem. In the upper reaches of the Dadu-Minjiang river under climate change.},
journal = {BMC plant biology},
volume = {25},
number = {1},
pages = {1244},
pmid = {41029489},
issn = {1471-2229},
support = {QHQXD-2023-28//Project of Grassland Multifunctionality Evaluation in Three-River-Source National Park/ ; RQD2022046//Southwest Minzu University Research Startup Funds/ ; },
}

@article {pmid41029294,
year = {2025},
author = {Mnyigumba, R and Mohamed, H and Mwanga, S and Rajabu, W and Mkoma, SL and Mchomvu, B and Kishenyi, S and Shaidi, E and Joaness, M},
title = {Community and health workers' perspective on impacts of climate change on reproductive, maternal, and child health outcomes in Kilwa district council, Tanzania: a qualitative study.},
journal = {BMC public health},
volume = {25},
number = {1},
pages = {3185},
pmid = {41029294},
issn = {1471-2458},
}

@article {pmid41028210,
year = {2025},
author = {Gyawali, P and Shrestha, B and Phanomsophon, T and Posom, J and Pornchaloempong, P and Sirisomboon, P and Shrestha, BP and Funke, A},
title = {Predicting biomass global warming potential with FT-NIR spectroscopy.},
journal = {Scientific reports},
volume = {15},
number = {1},
pages = {33725},
pmid = {41028210},
issn = {2045-2322},
support = {Contract No: 2567-02-01-040//School of Engineering, King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Thailand/ ; Contract No: 2567-02-01-040//School of Engineering, King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Thailand/ ; },
mesh = {*Biomass ; *Global Warming ; Spectroscopy, Near-Infrared/methods ; Spectroscopy, Fourier Transform Infrared/methods ; Least-Squares Analysis ; Climate Change ; },
abstract = {This research is to predict the global warming potential (GWP) of biomass by using Fourier transform near-infrared (FT-NIR) spectroscopy. A partial least squares regression model of 197 biomass chip samples was developed for predicting GWP of fast-growing trees and agricultural residues. The reference value of GWP of biomass sample was calculated by the method provided by Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). After applying different spectral pretreatments and variable selection methods, the best model for predicting GWP was found using the 1st derivative spectrum pretreatment and covariance method (COVM) based variable selection. The results indicate GWP model exhibit good predictive capabilities, where the model can be usable with caution for any purpose including research, by achieving a coefficient of determination for prediction set (R[2]P) of 0.86, and ratio of prediction to deviation (RPD) of 2.6. Additionally, the RMSEP of 0.00063 suggests a low prediction error. This pioneering approach presents a swift and efficient means to determine GWP, the complex functionality parameter, which reveals an optimal relationship model, showcasing its efficacy in a significant advancement in the assessment of biomass functionality related to climate change issue. Additionally, the further research is recommended to integrate FT-NIR data with thermogravimetric analyser to simulate of different thermal conversion of biomass type where different emission gases are generated and with gas chromatography-mass spectrometry for evaluation of concentration of the generated gases for further refine GWP predictions which providing more comprehensive insights and exact content of emission gases affect global warming to support the IPCC.},
}

*Biomass
*Global Warming
Spectroscopy, Near-Infrared/methods
Spectroscopy, Fourier Transform Infrared/methods
Least-Squares Analysis
Climate Change

@article {pmid41028071,
year = {2025},
author = {Lemma, AG and Tilahun, GT and Bekele, BT},
title = {Modeling the impact of climate change on dengue transmission dynamics in Dire Dawa, Afar, and Somali, Ethiopia: an African regional perspective.},
journal = {Scientific reports},
volume = {15},
number = {1},
pages = {33979},
pmid = {41028071},
issn = {2045-2322},
mesh = {*Dengue/transmission/epidemiology ; *Climate Change ; Humans ; Animals ; Ethiopia/epidemiology ; Mosquito Vectors/virology ; Somalia/epidemiology ; Aedes/virology ; Models, Theoretical ; Temperature ; },
abstract = {This study investigates the impacts of climate variables on dengue transmission dynamics using an advanced deterministic model that incorporates climate-related entomological parameters. Key findings indicate that temperature and rainfall significantly influence dengue transmission by affecting mosquito behavior and life cycles. Human behavior plays a key role in influencing the severity and spread of dengue amid climate change. To effectively address climate-related impacts on dengue, strategies must go beyond technological and environmental solutions and also focus on modifying behaviors related to urbanization, vector control, hygiene, and health-seeking practices. Our sensitivity analysis highlights vital parameters such as the biting rate, where a mere 1-unit increase can elevate the basic reproduction number ([Formula: see text]) by one unit. Similarly, transmission probabilities (α and β) and the mosquito birth rate collectively contribute to approximately 50% of disease amplification. Interestingly, a 1.4-fold increase in mosquito mortality rate ([Formula: see text]) significantly reduces [Formula: see text], underscoring the potential of targeted mortality interventions. Furthermore, we examined all mosquito related climate based parameters that enable us to identify the region that more affected and regions exhibit varying environmental conditions and outcomes, with Somali showing the most favorable conditions for dengue transmission. Among the strategies evaluated, the combined use of pesticide-treated bed nets and prompt treatment of infected individuals proved to be both highly effective and cost-efficient. Our findings emphasize that managing mosquito populations through environmental controls such as enhanced drainage systems and waste management is paramount in mitigating dengue outbreaks. This comprehensive approach offers a promising pathway to safeguard vulnerable communities against the growing threat of climate-influenced dengue transmission.},
}

*Dengue/transmission/epidemiology
*Climate Change
Humans
Animals
Ethiopia/epidemiology
Mosquito Vectors/virology
Somalia/epidemiology
Aedes/virology
Models, Theoretical
Temperature

@article {pmid41027090,
year = {2025},
author = {Gisa, K and Tietze, F and Du, QA and Schäper, T},
title = {From production to climate technology contribution: Exploring the nonlinear relationship between green manufacturing orientation and climate change innovation.},
journal = {Journal of environmental management},
volume = {394},
number = {},
pages = {127218},
doi = {10.1016/j.jenvman.2025.127218},
pmid = {41027090},
issn = {1095-8630},
abstract = {Firms are increasingly facing pressure to align their manufacturing strategies with environmental goals; however, evidence on whether these efforts are associated with meaningful climate change innovation (CCI) remains mixed. This study examines the impact of green manufacturing orientation (GMO) on CCI and whether this relationship varies across different industries. We apply a text-based GMO measure from annual reports for 322 Standard and Poor's 500 firms between 2009 and 2019 and link it to climate-related patent data. Panel regression analysis reveals an inverted U-shaped relationship, where moderate levels of GMO are most strongly associated with CCI contributions, while overly intensive approaches exhibit diminishing returns in non-manufacturing industries. In contrast, for manufacturing firms, the relationship is U-shaped. These findings extend the natural resource-based view by conceptualizing GMO as a bounded, context-dependent capability and emphasize that policymakers should prioritize GMO investments in manufacturing sectors, where stronger and sustained innovation benefits are likely to be realized.},
}

@article {pmid41026819,
year = {2025},
author = {Peng, S and Ellison, AM and Davis, CC},
title = {Climate change intensifies plant-pollinator mismatch and increases secondary extinction risk for plants in northern latitudes.},
journal = {Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America},
volume = {122},
number = {40},
pages = {e2506265122},
doi = {10.1073/pnas.2506265122},
pmid = {41026819},
issn = {1091-6490},
support = {DEB 1754584//National Science Foundation (NSF)/ ; EF1208835//National Science Foundation (NSF)/ ; DEB 2101884//National Science Foundation (NSF)/ ; DEB 1802209//National Science Foundation (NSF)/ ; MRA 2105903//National Science Foundation (NSF)/ ; },
mesh = {*Pollination/physiology ; *Climate Change ; *Extinction, Biological ; Animals ; Bees/physiology ; United States ; Plants ; },
abstract = {Climate change is altering the timing of species' life-cycle events (i.e., phenology), but the rates of phenological shifts vary across taxa. These mismatches in phenological response may disrupt interactions between interdependent species, such as plants and their pollinators, which may lead to reduced plant reproduction via pollen limitation and thus contribute to secondary extinction risks for plants. However, secondary extinction risk is rarely assessed under future climate-change scenarios. Here, we used ca. 15,000 crowdsourced specimen records of Viola species and their solitary bee pollinators, spanning 120 y across the eastern United States, and integrated climate data, phenological information, and species distribution models to quantify the risk of secondary plant extinction associated with phenological mismatch with their bee pollinators. We further examined geographical patterns in secondary extinction risk for plants and explored how their interactions between plants and generalist versus specialist pollinators influence such risk. Secondary local extinction risk of Viola spp. increases with latitude, indicating that future climate change will pose a greater threat to plant-bee pollinator networks at northern latitudes. Additionally, the sensitivity of secondary local extinction risk to phenological mismatch with both generalist and specialist bee pollinators varies by latitude, with specialist bees showing a sharper decline at higher latitudes. Our findings demonstrate that existing conservation priorities based solely on primary extinction risk directly caused by climate change may be insufficient to support self-sustaining populations of plants. Thus, incorporating secondary extinction risk resulting from ecological mismatches between plants and pollinators into future global conservation frameworks should be carefully considered.},
}

*Pollination/physiology
*Climate Change
*Extinction, Biological
Animals
Bees/physiology
United States
Plants

@article {pmid41024584,
year = {2025},
author = {Pereira, PS and Peterson, JA and Ramos, RS and Swoboda Bhattarai, KA and Picanço, MC and Sarmento, RA},
title = {Modeling of suitable geographic areas for Striacosta albicosta in corn and dry bean crops under climate change scenarios.},
journal = {Pest management science},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1002/ps.70270},
pmid = {41024584},
issn = {1526-4998},
support = {//Programa Nacional de Cooperação Acadêmica na Amazônia (PROCAD AMAZÔNIA - Process: 88881.357579/2019-01) of the Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior - CAPES, Brazil/ ; //Hatch Multistate Research capacity funding program (Accession Number 1006556) from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture/ ; },
abstract = {BACKGROUND: Striacosta albicosta (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) is an important pest that causes damage to corn and dry beans. This pest originally occurred only in parts of the western United States, but initiated a concerning range expansion in 1999 and is now present in eastern North America, particularly in the Great Lakes region. Consequently, evaluating the geographical distribution of this insect is very important for its management, as it helps to identify current occurrences and predict future spread into different regions of the world. We investigated areas suitable for the establishment of the pest S. albicosta and its hosts, under current and future climate scenarios.

RESULTS: The variables that contributed most to the model were the mean annual temperature range, mean annual temperature, and precipitation of the driest month. Although the pest is currently restricted to North America, the study indicates that regions in Europe, Asia, Oceania, South America, and Africa also present suitable conditions for its occurrence. Under current conditions, 11.41% of the area was classified as suitable, whereas 8.81% was identified as highly suitable for S. albicosta.

CONCLUSION: This study is the first to identify regions with suitable climatic conditions for the introduction and establishment of this pest under current and future climate scenarios. These results can guide government agencies in implementing preventive measures, such as inspections and quarantines, to prevent the spread of this pest to new areas. © 2025 The Author(s). Pest Management Science published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of Society of Chemical Industry.},
}

@article {pmid41023856,
year = {2025},
author = {Ni, Y and Zhao, J and Yuan, Y and Feng, B},
title = {Climate change and antimicrobial resistance: a global-scale analysis.},
journal = {BMC infectious diseases},
volume = {25},
number = {1},
pages = {1191},
pmid = {41023856},
issn = {1471-2334},
mesh = {*Climate Change ; *Bacteria/drug effects/isolation & purification ; Humans ; *Drug Resistance, Bacterial ; Global Health ; *Anti-Bacterial Agents/pharmacology ; Temperature ; },
abstract = {BACKGROUND: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) represents a major global health threat. Although regional studies have explored the relationship between climate change and AMR, a comprehensive global analysis incorporating extreme climate events has not yet been conducted.

METHODS: We analyzed global data from 2000 to 2023, encompassing over 28 million bacterial isolates from eight common pathogens and 14 antibiotic categories. Climate data were sourced from NOAA, and resistance data were obtained from ResistanceMap, ECDC, and PLISA databases. Linear mixed-effects models (LMMs) were applied to evaluate the associations between climate indices and resistance rates.

RESULTS: Temperature was consistently positively correlated with resistance rates across most bacterial species. The mean temperature was significantly associated with resistance rates even after adjusting for covariates. Extreme temperature indicators, including intensity indices (TXx, TNx, TXn and TNn), absolute threshold indices (SU, TR and DTR), relative threshold indices (TN90p and TX90p), and duration indices (CSDI and WSDI) exhibited significant positive correlations with resistance rates. In contrast, cold-related indices (FD, ID, TN10p and TX10p) were negatively correlated with resistance rates. Among the precipitation indices, only CDD demonstrated a significant positive association with aggregated AMR after full adjustment; all the other precipitation metrics showed no statistically significant correlation. Furthermore, subgroup analyses of WHO priority pathogens confirmed the robust effect of temperature, but revealed that precipitation indices, particularly CDD, had opposing correlations with resistance across different pathogens.

CONCLUSIONS: This study provides robust global evidence that rising temperatures and extreme heat are consistent drivers of AMR, whereas the impact of precipitation is complex and pathogen dependent. These findings underscore the need for climate-informed public health strategies that integrate climate surveillance into AMR action plans to develop targeted interventions against these intertwined global threats.},
}

*Climate Change
*Bacteria/drug effects/isolation & purification
Humans
*Drug Resistance, Bacterial
Global Health
*Anti-Bacterial Agents/pharmacology
Temperature

@article {pmid41023162,
year = {2025},
author = {Zare, M and Azam, S and Sauchyn, D and Yaghoubi, F},
title = {Assessment and mapping of climate change impacts on spring wheat yield in Southern Saskatchewan using DSSAT and high-resolution RCM projections.},
journal = {Scientific reports},
volume = {15},
number = {1},
pages = {33680},
pmid = {41023162},
issn = {2045-2322},
support = {RGPIN-06456-2018//Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada/ ; NV20238908//Royal Bank of Canada Tech for Nature Fund/ ; },
mesh = {*Triticum/growth & development ; *Climate Change ; Saskatchewan ; Seasons ; Agriculture ; },
abstract = {Climate change presents both potential benefits and drawbacks for crop production in Canada. An assessment and mapping of future climate change impacts on spring wheat yield in Saskatchewan is crucial because the province largely accounts for Canada's share of the global wheat market. We applied ten climate change scenarios (high-resolution (0.22°) regional simulations) to the CERES-Wheat module of the Decision Support System for Agro-technology Transfer (DSSAT) model using a historical baseline period (1975-2004) and three 30-year future periods: near (2010-2039), middle (2040-2069), and far (2070-2099). The model showed high accuracy with d-values always higher than 0.75 for the calibration (d-value = 0.84) and the validation (d-value = 0.82) periods. Furthermore, the model showed a remarkable similarity between the observed and simulated spring wheat yields. Results indicate a median yield increase of 16.1% in the near future, 27.5% in the middle future, and 10.9% in the far future. While there is a general rise in the annual wheat yield under future climate conditions and elevated CO2, yield in the far future exhibits a notable decline, particularly in the extreme southern and southwestern areas of Saskatchewan which is exposed to increased aridity under higher temperatures. Conversely, the northern regions are expected to experience significantly higher yields, primarily due to a shift towards wetter conditions and longer growing season. Whereas DSSAT is a commonly used model, the current research is novel by extending the analysis at high-resolution over a large area representing more than 40% of Canada's crop land.},
}

*Triticum/growth & development
*Climate Change
Saskatchewan
Seasons
Agriculture

@article {pmid41022833,
year = {2025},
author = {Lafia N' Gobi, GM and Moussa, S and Falalou, H and Degla, P},
title = {Urban pearl millet farmers' perceptions of climate change and adaptation strategies in Niamey commune V, the Sahel.},
journal = {Scientific reports},
volume = {15},
number = {1},
pages = {33648},
doi = {10.1038/s41598-025-14952-7},
pmid = {41022833},
issn = {2045-2322},
abstract = {Climate variability in the Niamey region presents a dual-faceted challenge. Yet most studies focus on broader farming systems. This study investigated the climate change perceptions and adaptation strategies developed by urban pearl millet farmers in Niamey Commune V, an area often overlooked in agricultural studies. Using snowball sampling, data were collected on socio-demographic and socio-economic characteristics, climate change perception, and adaptation strategies through structured interviews, focus group discussions, and analysis of 30 years of rainfall data (1991-2020). A sample of 150 pearl millet farmers aged at least 40 years was surveyed, and key informant interviews were conducted with the Agricultural Extension Unit. Descriptive statistics, statistical tests, and multinomial logistic regression were used to identify the determinants of adaptation strategy adoption. Findings revealed a high level of climate awareness among farmers over the past 30 years, which led to the adoption of both local and extension-based adaptation measures. Significant disruptions in rainfall were noted. Farmers primarily used soil fertility regeneration techniques, crop diversification, crop defense, improved seeds, organic fertilizers, adjusted planting calendars, water conservation techniques, and prayers or rituals to cope with these changes. Local practices aimed at improving productivity and climate adaptation, while extension-derived practices emphasized the synergy between productivity, adaptation, and mitigation. This research addresses a critical knowledge gap in how urban pearl millet farmers perceive and respond to climate change impacts. The study's findings are significant for urban agriculture policy, underscoring the need for timely climate information, effective extension services, and the integration of adaptive agricultural practices into urban planning. These steps are crucial for enhancing resilience and fostering sustainable development in urban agriculture.},
}

@article {pmid41021999,
year = {2025},
author = {Inglesi-Lotz, R and Kuziboev, B and Kurbonov, K and Matniyozov, M and Kalandarov, F and Matyakubova, A},
title = {Renewable energy towards ensuring women employment: Mediating and moderating role of climate change vulnerability.},
journal = {Journal of environmental management},
volume = {394},
number = {},
pages = {127454},
doi = {10.1016/j.jenvman.2025.127454},
pmid = {41021999},
issn = {1095-8630},
abstract = {The shift to renewable energy is not just about saving the planet; it is also a huge opportunity to help women thrive, yet the literature has not fully explored this connection. This paper examines the relationship between renewable energy, climate change risks, and women's employment, highlighting the challenges women often face due to energy shortages and climate change. Using data from 139 countries between 2000 and 2023, our study demonstrates that renewable energy consistently enhances women's employment, particularly in countries where a significant proportion of women are already in the workforce. The findings of this study indicate that renewable energy is a positive factor in mitigating climate-related burdens. Climate change worsens the opportunity for women to secure employment, while renewable energy is found to serve as a safety net (positive impact of renewable energy on women's jobs). This study's findings demonstrate that renewable energy can empower women economically and make them more resilient to the effects of climate change. Current and future policies need to show a gender-responsive nature in addressing climate change, giving women a fair and sustainable opportunity.},
}

@article {pmid41021820,
year = {2025},
author = {Huryn, AD},
title = {Rust never sleeps: Climate change, permafrost thaw, and the rapid environmental degradation of wilderness river ecosystems.},
journal = {Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America},
volume = {122},
number = {40},
pages = {e2522469122},
doi = {10.1073/pnas.2522469122},
pmid = {41021820},
issn = {1091-6490},
}

@article {pmid41021811,
year = {2025},
author = {Rodriguez, MD and Bossu, CM and Anderson, EC and Bay, RA and Ruegg, KC},
title = {Genetic, phenotypic, and environmental drivers of local adaptation and climate change-induced maladaptation in a migratory songbird.},
journal = {Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America},
volume = {122},
number = {40},
pages = {e2518497122},
doi = {10.1073/pnas.2518497122},
pmid = {41021811},
issn = {1091-6490},
support = {006784//NSF | NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)/ ; 1942313//NSF (NSF)/ ; 62591-443863//National Geographic Society (NGS)/ ; },
mesh = {Animals ; *Songbirds/genetics/physiology ; *Climate Change ; Phenotype ; Genome-Wide Association Study ; *Adaptation, Physiological/genetics ; *Animal Migration/physiology ; Gene-Environment Interaction ; Selection, Genetic ; Genotype ; Beak/anatomy & histology ; },
abstract = {Understanding processes driving local adaptation in wild species is a key goal in evolutionary biology, but linking genotype to phenotype to environmental drivers of natural selection remains challenging. Even more rare are empirical examples of what happens when genotype and phenotype fail to keep pace with environmental change. Here, we explore these connections by conducting an integrative study on the breeding range of the yellow warbler (Setophaga petechia). Using genome-wide association studies (GWAS), we first identify loci associated with variation in bill morphology and individual quality. We then employ gene-environment association (GEA) analyses and find that precipitation is a key environmental driver of putative selection on bill shape. Finally, we test whether contemporary individuals whose bill shapes deviate from the historical relationship with precipitation experience increased stress (measured by telomere length) as a result of maladaptation. We also use historical DNA to test whether local populations have shifted their ranges over the past century, confirming that the observed changes are not due to range shifts. Our results align with predictions from GWAS and GEA analyses, indicating that birds with shallower bills in increasingly arid regions suffer higher stress (i.e., shorter telomeres) because of maladaptation. Overall, this study links genetic, phenotypic, and environmental data with stress biomarkers to improve understanding of the process of local adaptation and the consequence of failing to keep pace with changing climate conditions.},
}

Animals
*Songbirds/genetics/physiology
*Climate Change
Phenotype
Genome-Wide Association Study
*Adaptation, Physiological/genetics
*Animal Migration/physiology
Gene-Environment Interaction
Selection, Genetic
Genotype
Beak/anatomy & histology

@article {pmid41021606,
year = {2025},
author = {Li, H and Cheng, L and Song, J and Sun, X},
title = {Potential geographical distribution of Garcinia paucinervis Chun et How in China under future climate change scenarios based on the MaxEnt Model.},
journal = {PloS one},
volume = {20},
number = {9},
pages = {e0330483},
pmid = {41021606},
issn = {1932-6203},
mesh = {*Climate Change ; China ; *Garcinia/growth & development/physiology ; Ecosystem ; Geography ; Temperature ; Conservation of Natural Resources ; Models, Theoretical ; },
abstract = {Garcinia paucinervis Chun et How is a tree species with important ecological, medicinal, and ornamental value. Studying the impact of climate change on the potential distribution of this species offers important information for resource conservation, population restoration, and sustainability. In this study, the MaxEnt model was used to simulate potential distributions under climate change conditions. Results showed that the precipitation of the driest quarter (Bio-17) ranging from 33.3 to 133.3 mm, the precipitation of the warmest quarter (Bio-18) from 667.67 to 1000 mm, the annual mean temperature (Bio-01) from 18.0 to 24.0 °C, and the annual precipitation (Bio-12) from 1250.0 to 1760.0 mm were four dominant factors affecting the distribution of G. paucinervis. Its suitable habitat in China is the narrowest, and it is located in most regions of Guangxi and Guangdong, the southern region of Guizhou, and the southeastern part of Yunnan Province. In the 2050s and 2070s, the geographical distribution gradually decreased compared to current scenarios. Specifically, most of Guangxi and Guangdong, the southern region of Guizhou, the eastern part of Yunnan adjacent to Guangxi, the southeast region of Sichuan, and the northern region of Hainan were identified as stable suitable habitats for G. paucinervis. Meanwhile, the expanding areas were located only in the western and southern regions of Yunnan, and the contracting areas were in the junction of Guangdong, Fujian, and Jiangxi; among Guizhou, Chongqing, and Hunan; among Anhui, Henan, and Hubei; the southeastern region of Sichuan; the western region of Hubei; and the adjacent area between Chongqing and Sichuan. By the 2070s, the contracting habitats will additionally include the central Guizhou region, the northern regions of Guangdong and Guangxi, the eastern region of Guangdong adjacent to Fujian, and the southern Jiangxi Provinces. Thus, this study highlights the vulnerability of the species and its response to future climate change and provides insights for assessing habitat suitability for conservation management.},
}

*Climate Change
China
*Garcinia/growth & development/physiology
Ecosystem
Geography
Temperature
Conservation of Natural Resources
Models, Theoretical

@article {pmid41020062,
year = {2025},
author = {Karl, S and Skinner, EB and McEwen, S and Keven, J and Kisomb, J and Robinson, LJ and Laman, M},
title = {Climate Change Is Expected to Expand Malaria Transmission Range and Population at Risk in Papua New Guinea.},
journal = {GeoHealth},
volume = {9},
number = {10},
pages = {e2025GH001541},
pmid = {41020062},
issn = {2471-1403},
abstract = {Warming temperatures are expanding the potential for malaria transmission into higher altitudes, with important implications for malaria control planning. In Papua New Guinea (PNG), malaria is widespread in lowland areas but rarely transmitted above 1,600 m. This study assessed changes in malaria transmission suitability across PNG from 1960 to 2019 and projected shifts through 2040, using satellite-derived temperature data and climate models. We applied a temperature-dependent basic reproduction number (R 0) to identify shifts in geographic suitability, estimate the population at risk, and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions. Malaria temperature suitability ranges have subtly changed between 1960 and 2019, with the proportion of people living in suitable areas increasing from 58% to 61% (equivalent to an additional 249,125 people). Under a conservative climate change model, this proportion is expected increase to 74% by 2040 (equivalent to an additional 2,802,709 people). Interventions had a larger impact on malaria incidence in areas with R 0 < 0.3, mitigating the current and future impact of climate change. Nevertheless, the number of people requiring access to malaria control is expected to double by 2040, to 13.4 million with 2.8 million attributed to climate change alone. The impacted areas are densely populated highlands regions with a more susceptible population and an increased potential for epidemics and clinical disease. These findings underscore the challenges of climate change for malaria elimination in PNG and highlight the need to accurately guide preparedness and forecast the additional resource requirements.},
}

@article {pmid41019791,
year = {2025},
author = {Hampton, S and Taylor, E and Whitmarsh, L},
title = {Parenting and climate change: assessing carbon capability in early parenthood.},
journal = {Population and environment},
volume = {47},
number = {4},
pages = {34},
pmid = {41019791},
issn = {0199-0039},
abstract = {UNLABELLED: Climate change is an intergenerational issue, with parents uniquely positioned to influence both current emissions and future generations' environmental attitudes. This study explores the attitudes, beliefs, and behaviours of parents in the UK regarding climate change, assessing their 'carbon capability'. Using data from a nationally representative survey (n = 1001), in-depth interviews (n = 30), and focus groups (n = 7), we found that parenthood is associated with increased energy consumption, transport use, and plastic waste. Despite these challenges, parents demonstrated a high capacity to influence and be influenced by others. They were aware of their environmental impacts and were open to adopting pro-environmental behaviours, driven by a desire to prepare and protect their children. Parents preferred timely information provision as a policy response but recognise the need for more substantive, structural interventions to support sustainable living. This study highlights the critical role of parents in climate action and calls for targeted policies to enhance their carbon capability. By applying the carbon capability framework, which integrates individual and structural factors, this research contributes to both parenting and environmental psychology literatures. Our findings underscore the importance of empowering parents with the knowledge and tools necessary to reduce their carbon footprints and foster a new generation of climate-conscious citizens.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s11111-025-00506-6.},
}

@article {pmid41019743,
year = {2025},
author = {Li, Y and Zhong, T and Ning, Y and Chen, Y and Yang, T and Yue, H and Yang, Y and Zhao, H and Wu, H and Jin, Z and Liu, J},
title = {Global climate change and Macadamia habitat suitability: MaxEnt-based prediction under future scenarios.},
journal = {Frontiers in plant science},
volume = {16},
number = {},
pages = {1658566},
pmid = {41019743},
issn = {1664-462X},
abstract = {Global climate change poses a major challenge for contemporary forestry. Macadamia is an economically valuable tree genus that is widely cultivated across multiple countries and regions. However, few studies have focused on its adaptive distribution and spatiotemporal dynamics under projected global warming scenarios. In this study, we collected the global occurrence records of two commercial Macadamia species (Macadamia integrifolia Maiden & Betche and Macadamia tetraphylla L.A.S. Johnson) and employed a parameter-optimized MaxEnt model to project their suitable habitats under current and future climate scenarios. The optimized model exhibited excellent predictive performance (AUC = 0.979), with a regularization multiplier of 0.5 and linear-quadratic-hinge feature combination. Key bioclimatic variables include: annual Mean temperature (bio1), isothermality (bio3), min temperature of coldest month (bio6), annual precipitation (bio12), and precipitation of driest month (bio14), which collectively comprise 88.2% of the model's explanatory power. Under the current scenario, the most suitable cultivation areas were determined to be located in Australia, China, South Africa, Brazil, Madagascar, Argentina, and the United States. Compared with the current scenario, total habitat areas under future scenarios (specifically SSP126/585 in the 2030s and 2050s; SSP126/245/370 in the 2070s) are projected to increase by 1.13-7.51%, while reductions of 0.03-2.98% are projected under the other scenarios (SSP245/370 in the 2030s and 2050s; SSP585 in the 2070s). Notably, Brazil exhibits habitat reductions of 2.59-20.06% across all scenarios, while China shows increases of 0.70-45.11%. Furthermore, M. integrifolia was determined to exhibit greater cultivation potential and global expansion feasibility in range than M. tetraphylla. This study elucidates the dominant environmental drivers, current habitat suitability, and climate-driven shifts in Macadamia distribution, providing an empirical basis for sustainable cultivation under climate change.},
}

@article {pmid41019403,
year = {2025},
author = {Liu, H and Liu, Q and Cui, X and Peng, J and Zhou, S and Wang, F and Zhong, L and Wang, X and Zheng, H and Yang, C and Shen, L and Yuan, X and Chen, L and Zhang, C},
title = {Prediction of Potential Suitable Habitats for Elaphodus cephalophus in China Under Climate Change Scenarios.},
journal = {Ecology and evolution},
volume = {15},
number = {10},
pages = {e72194},
pmid = {41019403},
issn = {2045-7758},
abstract = {Global climate change exerts profound impacts on biodiversity and species distributions, potentially leading to habitat contraction and species extinction. As an endemic near-threatened species designated under China's National Class II Protected Wildlife, the tufted deer (Elaphodus cephalophus) lacks comprehensive predictions regarding its future distribution under climate change. This study employs an optimized MaxEnt model integrated with 19 climatic variables and environmental factors (topography, vegetation, and anthropogenic disturbances) to systematically predict the species' potential habitat distribution across China. Through parameter screening of 248 combinations using the Kuenm package, the optimal model configuration achieved exceptional predictive accuracy (AUC = 0.977 ± 0.002). Key findings include: (1) Current suitable habitats span 145.98 × 10[4] km[2], predominantly clustered in the Sichuan-Guizhou-Yunnan mountainous regions and the Qinling-Daba-Wuling ranges; (2) Annual precipitation, elevation, slope, temperature annual range, NDVI, and temperature seasonality emerged as the variables that performed best in predicting habitat suitability for tufted deer; (3) Projected habitat areas under future climate scenarios will contract by 21.8%-28.4%, with shrinkage concentrated in eastern low-elevation zones and expansion toward the eastern Qinghai-Tibet Plateau; (4) Habitat centroids exhibit significant westward shifts, reaching 141.8 km under SSP585 (2090s). This study provided theoretical foundations for conserving E. cephalophus genetic resources and climate-adaptive management, emphasizing the urgency to prioritize ecological corridor construction in western Sichuan-southeastern Tibet.},
}

@article {pmid41019398,
year = {2025},
author = {Huang, Y and Zhao, G and Yang, Y and Yang, J and Jia Ba, WZ and Li, JL},
title = {Dynamics of Potential Distribution and Cultivation Areas of Plantago asiatica L. Under Climate Change: A Case Study of the Uppers of Dadu River-Minjiang River Basin.},
journal = {Ecology and evolution},
volume = {15},
number = {10},
pages = {e72172},
pmid = {41019398},
issn = {2045-7758},
abstract = {Global warming has induced significant shifts in spatiotemporal environmental patterns of plants. P. asiatica, highly prized for its edible and medicinal value, is widely harvested and utilized by residents in the upper reaches of the Dadu River and Minjiang River. This study employed ensemble models to simulate the potential distribution of P. asiatica in this region, predicting the impacts of future climate change on its distribution and niche. Additionally, a production dynamics model integrating the synergistic effects of ecological suitability and nutritional components of P. asiatica was developed to delineate its current and future potential cultivation zones. The results revealed the following: (1) Currently, both suitable habitats and cultivation zones of P. asiatica are primarily distributed in low-altitude river valley areas within the upper reaches of the Minjiang River and Dadu River. (2) In future periods, high-quality suitable habitats and cultivation zones of P. asiatica will increase to varying degrees, with its niche exhibiting a trend of migration toward higher-altitude regions. (3) Under the SSP5-8.5 climate emission scenario, the areas of suitable habitats and cultivation zones of P. asiatica will experience the greatest expansion, accompanied by the largest amplitude of niche migration. This study will facilitate the formulation of suitability-based management strategies for P. asiatica in the upper reaches of the Dadu River and Minjiang River, and provide a scientific reference for the sustainable utilization of mountain plant resources under climate change.},
}

@article {pmid41019397,
year = {2025},
author = {Du, Y and Jiang, Y and Zheng, B and Liu, T and Yu, P and Yang, M and Ran, J},
title = {Assessing the Giant Panda Protected Areas and Habitat Trends for Sympatric Endangered Species: A Climate Change Perspective.},
journal = {Ecology and evolution},
volume = {15},
number = {10},
pages = {e72179},
pmid = {41019397},
issn = {2045-7758},
abstract = {Climate change is a significant driver of biodiversity loss in the 21st century, primarily by affecting species distributions. We employed an optimized MaxEnt model to investigate concurrent habitat trends of giant pandas and sympatric endangered species-forest musk deer-under various climate scenarios in the Liangshan Mountains. Additionally, we assessed the effectiveness of protected area boundaries designed for flagship species. Our findings indicate that both species are projected to face different levels of habitat reduction, with declines ranging from 6.73% to 16.24% for giant pandas and from 1.53% to 24.17% for forest musk deer. Additionally, both species show a trend of migration towards the central areas and higher elevations in the Liangshan Mountains. The areas of jointly suitable habitat are also expected to decrease by 15.37%-37.15%, and the proportion of jointly suitable habitat within their respective suitable habitats will also diminish, highlighting both commonalities and differences in their responses to climate change. The overall habitat suitability for giant pandas is expected to improve, while the suitability for forest musk deer is expected to decline. However, habitat suitability within protected areas remains consistently higher than outside these zones, suggesting that the current boundaries of the protected areas are likely to remain effective in maintaining suitable environmental conditions for both species under future climate scenarios. We recommend developing joint conservation strategies for species inhabiting the Liangshan Mountains, where jointly suitable habitats are either stable or on the rise. These areas may serve as potential refuges for mammals with similar habitat preferences as climate change progresses. Our results also yield critical insights for biodiversity conservation in China and worldwide. They are especially pertinent in contexts where conservation frameworks prioritize a single flagship species, thereby overlooking the ecological requirements of sympatric yet equally endangered species.},
}

@article {pmid41019293,
year = {2025},
author = {Beck, SV and Kess, T and Nugent, CM and Dempson, JB and Chaput, G and Arno, HE and Duffy, S and Smith, N and Bentzen, P and Kent, M and Pritchard, VL and Bradbury, IR},
title = {Genomic Basis and Climate Change Vulnerability of Migration Timing in Atlantic Salmon (Salmo salar).},
journal = {Evolutionary applications},
volume = {18},
number = {10},
pages = {e70148},
pmid = {41019293},
issn = {1752-4571},
abstract = {With global environmental change, mismatches between seasonal movements of species and environmental conditions are increasingly impacting survival and persistence. Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) perform long-distance marine migrations culminating in a return to natal rivers, the timing of which varies among and within populations. Global declines of salmon raise the possibility that phenological mismatches could be a contributing factor; however, the underlying genetic architecture of run timing remains poorly understood. Here, we use a 220 K SNP Array to examine the association of genetic variation with run timing at a population level for 11 North American rivers. We also ask what the potential vulnerability of run timing is to future climate change by estimating trait-specific genomic offsets, i.e., predicted shifts in allele frequencies at loci associated with run timing under projected climate change, yielding relative estimates for each population. Detected associations suggest a polygenic basis for run timing, including a large structural variant and maturation-associated genes previously characterised in Atlantic salmon (six6, vgll3), and ppfia2, a migration-timing gene conserved across vertebrates. Genomic offsets associated with climate change impacts for run timing were highest in more northern populations, suggesting potential maladaptation in future migrations. By describing the genetic architecture of run timing in North American Atlantic salmon and possible impacts of climate change on the persistence of life-history strategies, results from this study contribute towards a better understanding of this complex life-history trait to inform future conservation management.},
}

@article {pmid41018788,
year = {2025},
author = {Martínez Lozada, PS and Leon-Rojas, JE},
title = {Neurological and mental health in the era of climate change: mechanisms, clinical impacts, and adaptation.},
journal = {Frontiers in public health},
volume = {13},
number = {},
pages = {1630975},
pmid = {41018788},
issn = {2296-2565},
mesh = {*Climate Change ; Humans ; *Mental Disorders/epidemiology/etiology ; *Nervous System Diseases/epidemiology/etiology ; *Mental Health ; Global Health ; },
abstract = {Climate change has become a global health emergency in recent decades, with far-reaching effects on neurological and psychiatric health; however, their relationship remains poorly understood. Climate-related phenomena impact neurological and mental health through both direct and indirect mechanisms, including progressive temperature changes and more frequent extreme weather events. This has influenced the prevalence and geographic distribution of neurological disorders, affecting the public health landscape of these diseases. The primary mechanisms include thermal stress, neuroinflammation due to air pollution, ecological shifts that increase exposure to neurotropic infections, psychological stress, and disruptions to healthcare systems. These factors interact and amplify the risk of neurological diseases, including neurodegenerative, neuroinflammatory, cerebrovascular, neuroinfectious, and psychiatric conditions. The aim of this study was to synthesize evidence from peer-reviewed studies in major databases on the impact of climate change-related factors in the incidence, severity, and distribution of neurological and psychiatric disorders. Addressing the effect of climate change on these diseases requires improved healthcare strategies, scientific research, and climate change mitigation to protect brain health and reduce neurological disease burden.},
}

*Climate Change
Humans
*Mental Disorders/epidemiology/etiology
*Nervous System Diseases/epidemiology/etiology
*Mental Health
Global Health

@article {pmid41018752,
year = {2025},
author = {Aran, N and Sharma, A and Bratu, A and Closson, K and Gislason, MK and Kennedy, A and Logie, CH and Barkin, JL and Hogg, RS and Card, KG},
title = {The role of climate change anxiety in shaping childrearing intentions among people living in British Columbia.},
journal = {Frontiers in public health},
volume = {13},
number = {},
pages = {1642689},
pmid = {41018752},
issn = {2296-2565},
mesh = {Humans ; British Columbia ; *Climate Change ; Female ; Male ; Adolescent ; Adult ; *Anxiety/psychology/epidemiology ; *Intention ; *Child Rearing/psychology ; Young Adult ; Politics ; },
abstract = {INTRODUCTION: Climate change concerns have emerged as a factor in shaping childrearing intentions. Given extreme weather events, climate change-related anxiety has increased drastically in the region of British Columbia (BC), Canada. This study explored how worry about an increasingly uncertain future may be associated with people's childrearing intentions in BC.

METHODS: This study used BC-CDMS (British Columbia Climate Distress Monitoring System) data from childless participants aged 16-44. We conducted multinomial logistic regression analyses (n = 441) to examine the association between climate change anxiety [measured using the Climate Change Anxiety Scale (CCAS)] and childrearing intentions. We controlled for covariates, including socio-demographic characteristics and generalized distress. A mediation analysis also tested whether political orientation mediates the primary relationship.

RESULTS: Participants who were undecided about having children (aOR = 1.58, 95% CI = 1.10-2.26) and those who planned not to have children (aOR = 1.64, 95% CI = 1.13-2.37) had higher CCAS scores compared to those who planned to have children. After controlling for covariates, climate change anxiety was still associated with childrearing intentions. Our mediation model indicated that political orientation scores partially mediate the relationship between climate anxiety and childrearing intentions.

DISCUSSION: Decision-makers should consider the impacts of climate anxiety and childrearing intentions on population and demographic shifts while supporting opportunities to reduce climate anxiety. Future research should consider the factors that influence and contribute to climate anxiety and climate-related distress, and their impact on childrearing intentions.},
}

Humans
British Columbia
*Climate Change
Female
Male
Adolescent
Adult
*Anxiety/psychology/epidemiology
*Intention
*Child Rearing/psychology
Young Adult
Politics

@article {pmid41017786,
year = {2025},
author = {Ickin, E and Conquet, E and Abrahms, B and Albon, SD and Blumstein, DT and Bond, ML and Boersma, PD and Clark-Wolf, TJ and Clutton-Brock, T and Compagnoni, A and Dostálek, T and Evers, SM and Fichtel, C and Gamelon, M and García-Callejas, D and Griesser, M and Hansen, BB and Jenouvrier, S and Jerstad, K and Kappeler, PM and Layton-Matthews, K and Lee, DE and Lloret, F and Loonen, MJJE and Malchow, AK and Manser, MB and Martin, JGA and Morales-González, A and Münzbergová, Z and Nater, CR and Pillay, N and Quéroué, M and Røstad, OW and Sánchez-Mejía, T and Schradin, C and Sæther, BE and Ozgul, A and Paniw, M},
title = {Comparative life-cycle analyses reveal interacting climatic and biotic drivers of population responses to climate change.},
journal = {PNAS nexus},
volume = {4},
number = {9},
pages = {pgaf286},
pmid = {41017786},
issn = {2752-6542},
abstract = {Responses of natural populations to climate change are driven by how multiple climatic and biotic factors affect survival and reproduction, and ultimately shape population dynamics. Yet, despite substantial progress in synthesizing the sensitivity of populations to climatic variation, comparative studies still overlook such complex interactions among drivers that generate variation in population-level metrics. Here, we use a common framework to synthesize how the joint effects of climate and biotic drivers on different vital rates impact population change, using unique long-term data from 41 species, ranging from trees to primates. We show that simultaneous effects of multiple climatic drivers exacerbate population responses to climate change, especially for fast-lived species. However, accounting for density feedbacks under climate variation buffers the effects of climate change on population dynamics. In all species considered in our analyses, such interactions between climate and density had starkly different effects depending on the age, size, or life-cycle stage of individuals, regardless of the life history of species. Our work provides the first general framework to assess how covarying effects of climate and density across a wide range of population models can impact populations of plants and animals under climate change.},
}

@article {pmid41015651,
year = {2025},
author = {Laudon, H and Järveoja, J and Ågren, A and Peichl, M and Lindgren, A},
title = {Correction: Rewetting drained forested peatlands: A cornerstone of Sweden's climate change mitigation strategy.},
journal = {Ambio},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1007/s13280-025-02256-z},
pmid = {41015651},
issn = {1654-7209},
}

@article {pmid41015606,
year = {2025},
author = {Singer, ME and Negev, M},
title = {Disparate Climate Change Health Costs: The Emissions, Vulnerability, and Readiness Nexus.},
journal = {EcoHealth},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
pmid = {41015606},
issn = {1612-9210},
abstract = {The emissions, vulnerability, and readiness nexus illustrate several interrelated disparities between the Global North and South. We examine these disparities by mapping country-level CO2 emissions against climate-related mortality. Global North countries and China are the main contributors to CO2 emissions, whereas African countries and India are the most affected. This relationship is further reflected in a strong negative association between readiness for and vulnerability to climate change. The dichotomy between the Global North's contribution and the Global South's vulnerability to climate change risks underscores the urgent need for equitable climate policies that address these imbalances and bolster global readiness.},
}

@article {pmid41014785,
year = {2025},
author = {Pinho-Gomes, AC and Flores, GC and Hulme, R and Gong, J and Hirst, J and Witt, A and Womersley, K and Donovan-Bradley, C and Mullins, E},
title = {Women's health and wellbeing prioritisation in climate change national adaptation plans: A cross-sectional policy document analysis across 163 countries.},
journal = {Environment international},
volume = {204},
number = {},
pages = {109811},
doi = {10.1016/j.envint.2025.109811},
pmid = {41014785},
issn = {1873-6750},
abstract = {BACKGROUND: Although the gendered impact of climate change is increasingly recognised, its inclusion in national adaptation plans (NAPs) remains unclear. This study investigated how the health, wellbeing and welfare of women are accounted for in climate NAPs published by 163 countries worldwide and identified the key thematic areas where the needs of women have been considered.

METHODS: NAPs were analysed across ten domains: health, gender-based violence, education, economy, power, food, environment, Emergency Preparedness, Resilience, and Response, and research and policy and 15 subdomains. Quantitative scoring used a 4-level Likert scale (none, minimal, some and substantial) for a maximum of 75 points. Content analysis was undertaken to identify themes for women's inclusion.

FINDINGS: Overall, countries in Sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America and the Caribbean achieved the highest total scores (median 7.0 points), whilst Central Asia and East Asia and the Pacific achieved the lowest total scores (median 1.5 and 2.5 points, respectively). At country level, the total score ranged from 0 points for 43 countries to 56 points in Bangladesh and the median score was 28 points. The quality analysis identified the inclusion of women in policy making, the consideration of gender as an important determinant of vulnerability, and the collection and of gender-disaggregated data. Women's vulnerability was considered across four themes: biophysiological, socioeconomic, type of work, and gender inequalities.

INTERPRETATION: Consideration of women's health, wellbeing and welfare in NAPs worldwide remains limited with a significant number of countries lacking any mention to women or gender. Further research is warranted to investigate whether policy commitments in NAPs are implemented and translate into improvement of women's lives.},
}

@article {pmid41014284,
year = {2025},
author = {Requejo, JH and Weigel, R and Lazzerini, M and Cerna-Turoff, I and Billah, SM and Horiuchi, S and Black, M and Schellenberg, J and , },
title = {Measuring and monitoring child health and well-being - an integral part of the climate change agenda.},
journal = {Health policy and planning},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1093/heapol/czaf070},
pmid = {41014284},
issn = {1460-2237},
}

@article {pmid41011366,
year = {2025},
author = {Carbone, G and Boiardi, G and Infantino, C and Cunico, D and Esposito, S},
title = {Vectors on the Move: How Climate Change Fuels the Spread of Arboviruses in Europe.},
journal = {Microorganisms},
volume = {13},
number = {9},
pages = {},
pmid = {41011366},
issn = {2076-2607},
support = {CUP I83C22001810007//NextGenerationEU-MUR M4C2.I.1.3PNRR/ ; },
abstract = {Climate change is increasingly recognized as a major driver of emerging infectious diseases, particularly vector-borne diseases (VBDs), which are expanding in range and intensity worldwide. Europe, traditionally considered low-risk for many arboviral infections, is now experiencing autochthonous transmission of pathogens such as dengue, chikungunya, Zika virus, West Nile virus, malaria, and leishmaniasis. Rising temperatures, altered precipitation patterns, and milder winters have facilitated the establishment and spread of competent vectors, including Aedes, Anopheles, Phlebotomus, and Culex species, in previously non-endemic areas. These climatic shifts not only impact vector survival and distribution but also influence vector competence and pathogen development, ultimately increasing transmission potential. This narrative review explores the complex relationship between climate change and VBDs, with a particular focus on pediatric populations. It highlights how children may experience distinct clinical manifestations and complications, and how current data on pediatric burden remain limited for several emerging infections. Through an analysis of existing literature and reported outbreaks in Europe, this review underscores the urgent need for enhanced surveillance, integrated vector control strategies, and climate-adapted public health policies. Finally, it outlines research priorities to better anticipate and mitigate future disease emergence in the context of global warming. Understanding and addressing this evolving risk is essential to safeguard public health and to protect vulnerable populations, particularly children, in a rapidly changing climate.},
}

@article {pmid41009922,
year = {2025},
author = {Aslam, B and Aljasir, SF},
title = {Climate Change and AMR: Interconnected Threats and One Health Solutions.},
journal = {Antibiotics (Basel, Switzerland)},
volume = {14},
number = {9},
pages = {},
doi = {10.3390/antibiotics14090946},
pmid = {41009922},
issn = {2079-6382},
support = {Qassim University//Sulaiman F Aljasir/ ; },
abstract = {Climate change is a significant driver of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and infectious disease dynamics, presenting urgent and interconnected global health challenges. Rising temperatures, ecosystem alterations, and extreme weather events amplify the global spread of resistant pathogens, zoonotic infections, and vector-borne diseases. These impacts disproportionately affect low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), escalating healthcare costs and straining limited infrastructure. A critical characteristic of bacterial resistance is that it often does not incur a fitness cost, underscoring the necessity of preventive strategies to mitigate climate-driven AMR emergence, rather than relying on reactive treatments after resistance is established. Climate change accelerates AMR primarily by increasing the prevalence of infectious diseases, which in turn drive higher antibiotic use and select resistance. The socioeconomic consequences are particularly severe in LMICs, where high climate vulnerability converges with weaker health systems. Pandemic-related disruptions provided key insights into environmental dynamics, with notable temporary reductions in nitrogen dioxide (NO2) emissions, i.e., 20-30% in China, Italy, France, and Spain, and approximately 30% in the USA, which highlights the responsiveness of ecosystems to human activity. Unlike prior reviews that treated AMR and climate change as separate issues, this article integrates mechanistic evidence, epidemiological insights, and global strategies to provide a comprehensive One Health framework addressing these synergistic threats. We conclude that AMR and climate change are interlinked crises requiring urgent, integrated interventions. The quadripartite (FAO, UNEP, WHO, WOAH) provides a crucial framework for the coordinated cross-sectoral strategies, strengthened surveillance, and robust antibiotic stewardship required to mitigate this dual threat and safeguard global health security.},
}

@article {pmid41007980,
year = {2025},
author = {Ale, A and Andrade, VS and Rojas Molina, FM and Montalto, L and Odetti, LM and Antezana, PE and Desimone, MF and Simoniello, MF},
title = {Nanozinc Ecotoxicity in the Freshwater Invasive Bivalve Limnoperna fortunei Under a Climate Change Scenario.},
journal = {Animals : an open access journal from MDPI},
volume = {15},
number = {18},
pages = {},
doi = {10.3390/ani15182734},
pmid = {41007980},
issn = {2076-2615},
support = {PICT 2020-01206, PI: A.A.//Agencia Nacional de Promoción Científica y Tecnológica/ ; CAI+D 50620190100047LI, PI: F.R.M.//Universidad Nacional del Litoral/ ; UBACYT 20020150100056BA, PI: M.F.D//Universidad de Buenos Aires/ ; PIP 11220200102598CO, PI: M.F.D//CONICET/ ; },
abstract = {In a changing world where temperature is expected to increase, emerging nanopollutants could affect the biota in complex ways. With zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnONP) being one of the most applied nanomaterials, we exposed the freshwater invasive bivalve Limnoperna fortunei to 0 (control), 25, and 250 µg/L of ZnONP at 27 or 31 °C for 96 h. In parallel, a 24 h bioassay was performed to calculate filtration rate. After 96 h, in soft tissue of the bivalves, tissue-damage-related enzyme activities (aspartate aminotransferase and alkaline phosphatase) were inhibited at both concentrations and temperatures. Oxidative stress was observed through increased superoxide dismutase activity after both ZnONP concentrations at 27 °C and decreased catalase activity after 250 µg/L at 31 °C, while glutathione-S-transferase activity showed opposing significant tendencies depending on temperature. After 6 h, the filtration rate differed significantly between control groups, as it was higher at 31 °C. However, in case of 31 °C, bivalves exposed to ZnONP drastically decreased their filtration rate compared to control. Our study highlights nanotoxicological implications of ZnONP; as even at environmentally relevant concentrations (such as the lowest applied in this study), they exert deleterious effects on freshwater organisms, which could be worsened in a climate-change scenario.},
}

@article {pmid41007595,
year = {2025},
author = {Sonmez, OF and Behbod, B and Roberts, C and Barracchia, M and Baghinyan, A and Indra, L and Czabanowska, K},
title = {Role of Field Epidemiology in Environmental and Climate Change-Related Health Incidents in Wales: A Qualitative Analysis Through Expert Interviews.},
journal = {International journal of environmental research and public health},
volume = {22},
number = {9},
pages = {},
doi = {10.3390/ijerph22091452},
pmid = {41007595},
issn = {1660-4601},
mesh = {*Climate Change ; Wales ; Humans ; *Environmental Health ; Qualitative Research ; *Public Health ; Interviews as Topic ; *Epidemiology ; },
abstract = {Climate change and environmental degradation pose significant challenges to public health globally, intensifying the frequency and severity of related health incidents. Field epidemiology, traditionally focused on infectious disease outbreaks, is now increasingly recognised as vital in addressing environmental and climate-related health threats. This study explores how organisations like Public Health Wales (PHW) can develop field epidemiology services responsive to these emerging challenges. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 18 global and national experts in field epidemiology, environmental health, and related disciplines. An inductive content analysis approach was used to identify themes relating to best practices, challenges, competencies, and future directions in environmental field epidemiology. Key findings emphasise the necessity for integrated, multi-sectoral collaboration, capacity building in One Health competencies, and innovative surveillance systems that incorporate environmental and climate data and exposure measures. Participants highlighted barriers such as fragmented governance, data quality issues, and resource constraints. The evolving role of field epidemiology includes applications of environmental and climate-related health phenomena to encompass prevention, preparedness, and recovery phases, supported by technological advancements and holistic health security frameworks. To effectively address environmental and climate-related health incidents, field epidemiology services must evolve towards integrated, multidisciplinary, and adaptive frameworks. Organisations like PHW may consider strengthening international collaboration, investing in workforce development, and implementing integrated surveillance systems that incorporate environmental drivers of health. These strategic priorities align with global public health functions and support resilient health systems capable of mitigating climate-related health risks.},
}

*Climate Change
Wales
Humans
*Environmental Health
Qualitative Research
*Public Health
Interviews as Topic
*Epidemiology

@article {pmid41007569,
year = {2025},
author = {Nkemjika, S and Brown, C and Onyeaka, H and Banerjee, S and Oliphant, JA},
title = {Association Between Climate Change Awareness and Depression & Anxiety: Findings from a U.S. Sample.},
journal = {International journal of environmental research and public health},
volume = {22},
number = {9},
pages = {},
doi = {10.3390/ijerph22091426},
pmid = {41007569},
issn = {1660-4601},
mesh = {Humans ; *Climate Change ; Male ; Female ; United States/epidemiology ; Adult ; Middle Aged ; *Anxiety/epidemiology/psychology ; *Depression/epidemiology/psychology ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Young Adult ; Aged ; Adolescent ; *Awareness ; },
abstract = {BACKGROUND: Exploring the connection between climate change awareness and overall well-being is crucial, particularly in how it impacts both the environment and mental health. The mental health consequences of climate change and its awareness have not been thoroughly examined, especially in the U.S. In this study, the relationship between awareness of climate change and depression or anxiety among U.S. adults was explored. Similarly, the role of climate change awareness has not been explored in relation to mental health concerns.

METHODS: Based on the HINTS-6 dataset, a nationally representative, cross-sectional survey conducted by the National Cancer Institute, a variety of statistical methods, including logistic regression models, to examine these relationships were used. This study had a sample size of 6154 participants. A statistically significant level of <0.05 was used.

RESULT: The findings showed that individuals who are aware of climate change have a higher adjusted odds ratio of 1.392 (1.160-1.671) for experiencing depression or anxiety compared to those who are unaware. Additionally, non-heterosexual individuals displayed a significantly higher adjusted odds ratio of 2.691 (CI: 2.125-3.407) for depression or anxiety, underscoring the strong connection between mental health and climate change awareness.

CONCLUSION: This study highlights a notable link between heightened awareness of climate change with depression and anxiety among the U.S.},
}

Humans
*Climate Change
Male
Female
United States/epidemiology
Adult
Middle Aged
*Anxiety/epidemiology/psychology
*Depression/epidemiology/psychology
Cross-Sectional Studies
Young Adult
Aged
Adolescent
*Awareness

@article {pmid41007365,
year = {2025},
author = {Li, M and Wang, L and Liu, H and Sun, Y and Li, N and Geng, M},
title = {Spatiotemporal Distribution Shifts of Zelkova schneideriana Under Climate Change: A Biomod2-Driven Modeling Framework.},
journal = {Biology},
volume = {14},
number = {9},
pages = {},
doi = {10.3390/biology14091221},
pmid = {41007365},
issn = {2079-7737},
support = {JSPKLB202505//Scientific Fund of Nanjing Botanical Garden Mem. Sun Yat-Sen/ ; },
abstract = {Zelkova schneideriana (Ulmaceae), an endemic relict species of the Tertiary in China, has experienced a sharp decline in population due to habitat fragmentation, poor natural regeneration, and anthropogenic disturbances. It is currently listed as a category II national key protected wild plant and categorized as Vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). To explore its response mechanisms to climate change, this study integrates 11 species distribution models (SDMs) to comprehensively predict its suitable habitat distribution patterns. Key environmental variables were identified as Bio06 (minimum temperature of the coldest month, 21.57%), Bio02 (mean diurnal range, 19.81%), Bio17 (precipitation of the driest quarter, 13.52%), Bio15 (precipitation seasonality, 8.32%), Bio07 (temperature annual range, 8.15%), Bio12 (annual precipitation, 6.58%), and elevation (6.57%), collectively contributing approximately 85%. Spatiotemporal analysis revealed that during historical glacial periods, suitable habitats were significantly restricted, and highly suitable zones were absent under extreme climatic conditions, suggesting the presence of potential glacial refugia. Under current climatic conditions, highly suitable habitats have expanded notably. However, under the high-emission scenario (SSP585) in the future, the suitable range is projected to shrink considerably, with a drastic reduction in highly suitable areas. Moreover, the suitability centroid is expected to shift markedly toward higher elevations in the northeast, indicating a potential adaptation strategy of Z. schneideriana toward mountainous regions in Hunan, Hubei, and Chongqing. These findings provide quantitative guidance for the formulation of targeted conservation strategies for Z. schneideriana and offer methodological insights for predicting suitable habitats and managing related relict plant species under the threat of climate change.},
}

@article {pmid41007336,
year = {2025},
author = {Ali, G and Abbas, S and Nagai, S and Mohd Arshad, N and Bhassu, S},
title = {Threats of Climate Change to Freshwater Ecosystems in Pakistan: eDNA Monitoring Will Be the Next-Generation Tool Used in Biodiversity, Conservation, and Management.},
journal = {Biology},
volume = {14},
number = {9},
pages = {},
doi = {10.3390/biology14091191},
pmid = {41007336},
issn = {2079-7737},
support = {GA006-2021//Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment/ ; },
abstract = {Freshwater ecosystems are a significant entity that govern the livelihood of people and are an important source of food, employment, and recreation. However, climate change is impacting freshwater ecosystems by altering their natural habitats. The purpose of this review is to highlight the vulnerability of freshwater fish to climate change. Climate change is invariably affecting natural ecosystems everywhere and in every part of the world, but these threats are more severe in Pakistan. Freshwater fish are important biotic drivers of freshwater ecosystems. Unfortunately, uncertain climate changes and anthropogenic activities have led to a decline in the diversity of these fishes. Rising temperatures, melting glaciers, changes in seasonal patterns, disturbances in the natural flow of rivers, pollution, and invasive species are major threats to native freshwater fish fauna, leading to a decline in fish diversity and population. Tor putitora, Glyptothorax kashmirensis, and Triplophysa kashmirensis are some of the species that are critically endangered in Pakistan due to these factors. In recent decades, insufficient attention has been paid to the freshwater ecosystem. This review of threats to the endemic fish species in this region is presented so that the government and policymakers can use this information as part of their management and conservation policy, thus safeguarding Pakistan's fish industry. Environmental DNA (eDNA) biomonitoring is a new technique for assessing biodiversity and species distribution and can be useful for conserving biodiversity in this region. Another purpose of this review is to introduce this new conservation strategy to Pakistan.},
}

@article {pmid41007329,
year = {2025},
author = {Helvacı, Z and Çolak, E},
title = {Phylogeography of Scarturus williamsi and Climate Change Impacts: Genetic Diversity and Projected Habitat Loss in Anatolia.},
journal = {Biology},
volume = {14},
number = {9},
pages = {},
doi = {10.3390/biology14091184},
pmid = {41007329},
issn = {2079-7737},
abstract = {Scarturus williamsi (Williams' jerboa) is a medium-sized, semi-fossorial rodent endemic to steppe ecosystems across Anatolia, Iran, and Azerbaijan, with specialized habitat requirements in semi-arid continental environments. This study integrates a mitochondrial DNA analysis with species distribution modeling to assess the species' evolutionary structure and vulnerability to future climate change. The phylogeographic analysis and species distribution modeling reveal the evolutionary history and climate vulnerability of Scarturus williamsi across Anatolia and adjacent regions. The mitochondrial DNA analysis of 98 individuals demonstrates exceptional haplotype diversity (Hd = 0.9896), with 90 unique haplotypes and complete regional isolation, indicating pronounced population structuring across five evolutionary lineages: Central Anatolia, Eastern Anatolia, Aegean, Black Sea, and Azerbaijan-Iran. The Iran-Azerbaijan lineage exhibits the deepest evolutionary divergence, while Eastern Anatolia functions as the primary Anatolian refugium and Central Anatolia as the secondary refugial center. The strong isolation by distance (r = 0.735, p < 0.001) across ~2500 km explains 54.0% of the genetic variation, with the hierarchical structure reflecting greater Iran-Turkey isolation than intra-Turkish differentiation. The species distribution modeling identifies the Mean Temperature of Driest Quarter (bio9) and the Mean Diurnal Range (bio2) as primary habitat determinants, with bimodal preferences reflecting highland versus steppe adaptations. Climate projections reveal severe vulnerability with habitat losses of 63.69-98.41% by 2081-2100 across emission scenarios. SSP3-7.0 represents the most catastrophic scenario, with a severe habitat reduction (98.41% loss), while even optimistic scenarios (SSP1-2.6) project a 60-70% habitat loss. All scenarios show accelerating degradation through mid-century, with the steepest losses occurring between 2041 and 2080. Projected eastward shifts face constraints from the Anatolian Diagonal, limiting the climate tracking capacity. Despite occupying open landscapes, S. williamsi exhibits exceptional sensitivity to climate change, with Anatolian refugial areas representing critical diversity centers facing substantial degradation. Results provide baseline genetic structure and climate vulnerability information for understanding climate impacts on S. williamsi and Irano-Anatolian steppe fauna.},
}

@article {pmid41004568,
year = {2025},
author = {Vickers, CE and Zerbe, P},
title = {Harnessing plant agriculture to mitigate climate change: a framework to evaluate synthetic biology (and other) interventions.},
journal = {Plant physiology},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1093/plphys/kiaf410},
pmid = {41004568},
issn = {1532-2548},
abstract = {Plant agriculture contributes substantially to global greenhouse gas emissions, yet it also offers powerful opportunities for climate change mitigation. Here we focus on how to identify and prioritize synthetic biology strategies to reduce emissions and sequester carbon through plant-based interventions. Effective solutions must process large volumes of carbon, be scalable, yield a positive lifecycle balance, and be economically viable, technically feasible, and deployable in field conditions without undue damage to what remains of nature on Earth. Using Fermi estimation, we quantify the 100-year CO2-equivalent (CO2e) drawdown potential of emerging synthetic biology strategies-including improved CO2 fixation, reduced yield losses, root-deposited biopolymers, engineered nitrogen fixation, and methane reduction-and benchmark them against non-engineered approaches such as biochar, forestation, and fast-growing biomass crops. We used a 100-year horizon to allow for both development and implementation of high-risk but high-impact synthetic biology strategies. We integrate factors such as per-hectare effectiveness, year-on-year sequestration, deployment area, and storage durability. We demonstrate that while per-hectare impacts vary by orders of magnitude (<1 to >30 t CO2e/ha/year), deployment scale is the dominant factor determining total impact. Targeted synthetic biology strategies implemented across existing agricultural systems could deliver ∼120 Gt CO2e drawdown over a century and contribute to an additional ∼140 Gt CO2e drawdown. Decreasing synthetic nitrogen fertiliser use and biochar implementation have the biggest CO2e impact potential. Early-stage quantitative evaluation is critical to guide R&D toward climate-relevant solutions and deliver a prioritized portfolio of near- and long-term strategies. A transdisciplinary approach-linking synthetic biology, agronomy, engineering, and social systems-is essential to realize impact. This work offers a framework for evaluating plant agriculture-based climate mitigation strategies and highlights a key role for synthetic biology in mitigation pathways. Regular re-evaluation of strategies should be performed to ensure that they are meaningful for climate change mitigation as other factors evolve.},
}

@article {pmid41003564,
year = {2025},
author = {Páez-Espinosa, EV and Sosa-Guzmán, DM and Buitrón-Andrade, LR and Dávila-Jumbo, N and Cáceres-Ruiz, MI and Robalino-Flores, VF and Mato-Matute, E},
title = {Morbidity and Mortality Profile of Leishmaniasis in an Andean Region of Ecuador in the Context of Climate Change.},
journal = {Tropical medicine and infectious disease},
volume = {10},
number = {9},
pages = {},
doi = {10.3390/tropicalmed10090254},
pmid = {41003564},
issn = {2414-6366},
abstract = {Leishmaniasis is a parasitic disease transmitted by female sandflies of the genus Lutzomyia. Ecuador is divided into three distinct natural regions: the Andes, the Coast, and Amazonia, each characterized by significant variations in altitude and climate. While most reported cases of leishmaniasis are associated with humid, low-altitude rural areas, our study uncovered an unexpected trend: confirmed cases occurring in traditionally cold Andean regions. To investigate this issue, we conducted a cross-sectional ecological study using official morbidity and mortality records from the Ecuadorian Health Care Registration Platform, focusing on the cantons of Alausí and Chunchi in Chimborazo Province from 2013 to 2022. Chimborazo Province, in the Andes, is characterized by higher altitudes (2740 m above sea level) and a cold climate (averaging 13 °C throughout the year). Among a population of 44,089 residents in Alausí, we reported a total of 40 confirmed cases, with 97.5% classified as cutaneous and 2.5% as mucocutaneous, predominantly affecting children and males. No mortality cases were recorded during the study period. To further explore environmental influences, we examined the Alausí region, where climate change has led to rising average temperatures, deforestation, and changes in humidity levels. Leishmaniasis cases in Alausí showed seasonal peaks, particularly in 2018 and 2019, correlating with warmer and more humid conditions. Environmental factors such as temperature and humidity were strongly associated with the prevalence of the disease, suggesting that climate change may be increasing transmission risks. These findings point to the value of incorporating environmental monitoring into public health strategies for vector-borne diseases that affect vulnerable populations in the Andes.},
}

@article {pmid41002739,
year = {2025},
author = {Wanda, D and Jacinta, HA and Hakim, AR and Ahdika, A and Susanti, SS and Syuhada, K},
title = {Infectious Diseases in Children: Diagnosing the Impact of Climate Change-Related Disasters Using Integer-Valued Autoregressive Models with Overdispersion.},
journal = {Diseases (Basel, Switzerland)},
volume = {13},
number = {9},
pages = {},
pmid = {41002739},
issn = {2079-9721},
abstract = {The incidence of infectious diseases in children may be affected by climate change-related disaster risks that increase as extreme weather events become more frequent. Therefore, this research aims to diagnose the impact of such disaster risks on the disease incidence, focusing on diarrhoea, dengue haemorrhagic fever (DHF), and acute respiratory infection (ARI), commonly experienced by children. To accomplish this task, we construct integer-valued autoregressive (INAR) models for the number of disease cases among children in several age groups, with an overdispersed distributional assumption to account for its variability that exceeds its central tendency. Additionally, we include the numbers of floods, landslides, and extreme weather events at previous times as explanatory variables. In particular, we consider a case study in Indonesia, a tropical country highly vulnerable to the aforementioned climate change-related diseases and disasters. Using monthly data from January 2010 to December 2024, we find that the incidence of diarrhoea in children is positively impacted by landslides (but negatively affected by floods and extreme weather events). Landslides, frequently caused by excessive rainfall, also increase DHF incidence. Furthermore, the increased incidence of ARI is driven by extreme weather conditions, which are more apparent during and after COVID-19. These findings offer insights into how climate scenarios may increase children's future health risks. This helps shape health strategies and policy responses, highlighting the urgent need for preventive measures to protect future generations.},
}

@article {pmid41001278,
year = {2025},
author = {Carvalho, CS and Machado, RM and Lemes, MR and Cardoso, D},
title = {Ecological Niche Modeling Predicts Alarming Impacts of Global Climate Change on Economically Important Neotropical Trees.},
journal = {Ecology and evolution},
volume = {15},
number = {9},
pages = {e72105},
pmid = {41001278},
issn = {2045-7758},
abstract = {The neotropical papilionoid legume genus Dipteryx comprises tree species widely used for seed harvesting and logging. In Amazonia, all eight known Dipteryx species are internationally recognized in the timber trade as cumaru, whereas two others, known as tonka beans, are appreciated for their aromatic seeds. Non-Amazonian species also have uses, such as baru nuts (D. alata) from the Cerrado and fava-de-morcego (D. lacunifera) from the Caatinga with its edible seeds and dense wood. Amazonia is already highly affected by uncontrolled exploitation and deforestation, which will exacerbate the expected future scenarios of climate change due to severe drought and flooding. These environmental catastrophes have the potential to cause mass species extinction and severely hit vulnerable Amazonian urban populations, Indigenous people, and traditional communities that derive their livelihood from the forest. Here, we assess how the near-term future (2021-2040) global climate change may affect the distribution of Dipteryx species under the moderate and worse greenhouse gas emission scenarios. Additionally, we incorporate insights from the Last Glacial Maximum global changes to enhance our understanding. The ecological niche modeling revealed that while the potential distribution of most Amazonian species remains stable despite global climate change, species with restricted distributions are more vulnerable to global warming. Furthermore, the great ecological predilection of Dipteryx species for wet settings makes them reliant on healthy forest ecosystems. The pressures of logging and deforestation pose significant threats to their survival and to Amazonian biodiversity as a whole.},
}

@article {pmid41001277,
year = {2025},
author = {Chaulk, K and Ballard, M and Hill, S and Wolfrey, D and Campbell, M and Sutherland, M and Wawatie, S and Auger, L},
title = {Bridging, Braiding, and Weaving Indigenous and Western Science to Understand and Make Predictions About Weather and Climate Change.},
journal = {Ecology and evolution},
volume = {15},
number = {9},
pages = {e72085},
pmid = {41001277},
issn = {2045-7758},
abstract = {In this study, Indigenous Knowledge Holders were gathered in a collaborative forum to discuss weather, in particular, Indigenous Science knowledge related to severe weather, climate change, and weather prediction methods. Weather forecasting methods that arose in discussion were further explored based on a framework of Bridging, Braiding, and Weaving knowledge systems. Numerous Indigenous Science-based weather prediction methods were documented, with most lending themselves to follow-up testing. The Knowledge Holders emphasized that Indigenous Science is an important component within the broader domain of Indigenous Traditional Knowledge, with current and historic empirical and holistic insights into natural phenomena. There was consensus among the Knowledge Holders that Indigenous Science should not be perceived as subordinate to Western methodologies but instead viewed as a complementary and equivalent knowledge system. This paper underscores the importance of a co-produced approach to research where Indigenous Knowledge Holders share their expertise to enrich and inform Western research design, including the interpretation of study results and the implementation of subsequent policy and decision-making. We provide examples of Bridging, Braiding, and Weaving Indigenous Science using weather-related phenomena, such as animal behavior, atmospheric patterns, and plant growth indicators, while also offering insights into the impacts of climate change and severe weather.},
}

@article {pmid41001115,
year = {2025},
author = {Ji, Q and Chen, S and Cao, Y and Xiang, X and Sun, Y and Zhang, Y and Xing, W and Wang, Y and Yang, Q},
title = {Prediction of potential habitat of Isodon amethystoides in China under climate change based on optimized MaxEnt model.},
journal = {Frontiers in plant science},
volume = {16},
number = {},
pages = {1657417},
pmid = {41001115},
issn = {1664-462X},
abstract = {Isodon amethystoides (Benth.) H. Hara, a plant species belonging to the genus Isodon in the Lamiaceae family, possesses multiple medicinal properties including heat-clearing and detoxifying effects, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial activities, as well as liver-protective functions. Due to the challenges in harvesting from wild sources, current production primarily relies on artificial cultivation. Compared with wild resources, artificial cultivation not only improves medicinal material quality through standardized planting practices, but also enhances the content of bioactive components. Furthermore, it enables scientific evaluation of environmental factors' impact on medicinal quality. This study uses the Maxent model to predict the current and future potential distribution areas and suitable habitats for Isodon amethystoides. Based on 194 species occurrence records and 90 environmental variables, we identified key environmental factors influencing its distribution through correlation analysis and variable contribution assessment, followed by model parameter optimization. The optimized model achieved an AUC value of 0.902, demonstrating excellent predictive performance. The results demonstrated that under current climatic conditions, the total suitable habitat area for Isodon amethystoides was estimated at 2.08×10[6] km[2], accounting for 21.66% of China's terrestrial land area. The key environmental factors affecting the distribution of potential suitable habitats for Isodon amethystoides are precipitation in September, monthly precipitation, and standard deviation of seasonal temperature variation. Under future climate change scenarios (SSP1-2.6 and SSP5-8.5), the total suitable habitat area of Isodon amethystoides shows an overall increasing trend. By the 2050s, the suitable area is projected to reach its maximum extent approximately 2.48×10[6] km[2], with primary expansion occurring toward the northwest. Notably, Yunnan Province exhibits significant habitat expansion, while the centroid of suitable habitat consistently remains located in Chongqing. This study provides scientific support for the conservation of wild Isodon amethystoides resources and the planning of cultivation areas, thereby contributing to sustainable development and ecological protection.},
}

@article {pmid41000791,
year = {2025},
author = {Curcio, EJ and Xu, K and Sahakyan, H and Wolf, YI and Kelvin, EA and Rochman, ND},
title = {Mosquito vector ecologies are destabilizing as a result of climate change.},
journal = {bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1101/2025.09.15.676177},
pmid = {41000791},
issn = {2692-8205},
abstract = {Mosquito-borne infectious disease is a major cause of mortality and a significant economic burden worldwide. Shifting regional and seasonal patterns make proactive intervention challenging. Here we introduce a machine learning approach trained on satellite and mosquito observational data, improving generalizability to sparse observations while retaining similar positive performance characteristics of models used in standard practice. We provide global estimates for Aedes habitability at high spatial resolution in five-year increments from 1970-2024. The vast majority of ecologies appear to be destabilizing. Overall, we demonstrate a decrease in risk near the equator and an increase in risk in historically temperate climates including the United States, the European Union, and China. Despite this decrease in risk relative to historical averages, regions near the equator remain among the highest risk worldwide. Together, these results reflect an overall, marked expanse of the regions of the globe that support Aedes mosquitos and we observe an ongoing, linear increase in the global population at risk of contracting mosquito-borne disease.},
}

@article {pmid40999711,
year = {2025},
author = {Rahmani Azad, Z and Spampatti, T and Gluth, S and Tam, KP and Hahnel, UJJ},
title = {Sampling and processing of climate change information and disinformation across three diverse countries.},
journal = {British journal of psychology (London, England : 1953)},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1111/bjop.70028},
pmid = {40999711},
issn = {2044-8295},
support = {//Schweizerischer Nationalfonds zur Förderung der Wissenschaftlichen Forschung/ ; },
abstract = {In the media, accurate climate information and climate disinformation often coexist and present competing narratives about climate change. Whereas previous research documented detrimental effects of disinformation on climate beliefs, little is known about how people seek climate-related content and how this varies between cross-cultural contexts. In a preregistered experiment, we studied how individuals sequentially sample and process Pro- and Anti-climate statements across 15 rounds. Participants from the United States, China, and Germany (Ntotal = 2226) freely sampled real-world climate-related statements, retrieved from Twitter and validated in previous studies. Overall, reading both Pro- and Anti-climate statements influenced climate concern in all countries. Participants preferred statements that were better aligned with their initial climate beliefs, and this confirmatory tendency intensified the more information had been sampled. Moreover, participants' confirmatory evaluation (i.e., accepting aligned and rejecting opposing messages) increased over time. While climate concern was mostly stable, in the United States, climate concern levels and box choices mutually reinforced each other, leading to greater polarization within the sample over the course of the experiment. The paradigm offers new perspectives on how people process and navigate conflicting narratives about climate change.},
}

@article {pmid40998530,
year = {2025},
author = {Agudelo-Hernández, F and Guapacha-Montoya, M and Pinzón-Segura, MC},
title = {Food security, climate change and mental health problems in a Colombian Indigenous paediatric population.},
journal = {BMJ paediatrics open},
volume = {9},
number = {1},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1136/bmjpo-2024-003111},
pmid = {40998530},
issn = {2399-9772},
mesh = {Humans ; Colombia/epidemiology ; Child ; *Climate Change ; Adolescent ; Female ; Male ; *Food Security ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; *Mental Health/ethnology ; *Indians, South American/psychology ; *Mental Disorders/ethnology/epidemiology ; },
abstract = {BACKGROUND: This study investigates the complex inter-relations among mental health, food security and climate anxiety in the Emberá-Dobidá paediatric Indigenous community in Caldas, Colombia. Although the community was displaced due to armed conflict, our focus is on the subsequent environmental changes driven by climate change that have emerged as independent stressors in the new territory. These stressors have compounded the community's vulnerabilities, with particular impacts on children and youth. By framing territory not merely as geographic space but as a sociocultural and symbolic construct, the study adopts a Latin American critical perspective to analyse health disparities.

METHODS: A mixed-methods study was conducted involving the paediatric population aged 6-16 years (n=40) from the Emberá-Dobidá Indigenous community, along with 65 caregivers representing 25 families. In-depth interviews explored community perceptions of environmental changes, food security and mental health. A cross-sectional correlational analysis used two culturally adapted instruments, the Pediatric Assessment of Community Emotional and Spiritual Health Scale and the Colombian Household Food Security Scale, to assess paediatric mental health and food security.

RESULTS: Qualitative findings revealed two key themes: 'Increased Heat in Recent Years' and 'Disconnection from Water and Cultural Identity'. Quantitative results showed significant correlations between food insecurity, spiritual disharmony and mental health problems, including emotional distress and suicide risk. Notably, 30% of children were at risk of suicide, and 50% exhibited emotional problems. The findings demonstrate that environmental degradation and disrupted territorial ties are not only ecological but also psychological and cultural stressors.

CONCLUSIONS: Mental health in Indigenous communities, understood as spiritual harmony, must be addressed through culturally grounded approaches that integrate traditional ecological knowledge, food security and the recovery of territorial connection. From a Latin American perspective, territory is not a passive backdrop but an active determinant of health shaped by power, memory and resistance. Our findings call for climate-resilient, community-driven interventions that reterritorialise public health responses in Indigenous settings.},
}

Humans
Colombia/epidemiology
Child
*Climate Change
Adolescent
Female
Male
*Food Security
Cross-Sectional Studies
*Mental Health/ethnology
*Indians, South American/psychology
*Mental Disorders/ethnology/epidemiology

@article {pmid40997378,
year = {2025},
author = {Matus-Olivares, C and Carrasco-Barra, J and Altamirano, A and Lisón, F},
title = {Functional bat diversity and the role of the protected areas against climate change projections across Europe.},
journal = {The Science of the total environment},
volume = {1002},
number = {},
pages = {180567},
doi = {10.1016/j.scitotenv.2025.180567},
pmid = {40997378},
issn = {1879-1026},
abstract = {Assessing the effect of climate change projections on functional bat diversity across Europe is crucial to evaluate if the European protected areas will be capable to safeguard that diversity under global warming. Specially, because bats provide a top-down regulation ecosystem service related with pest suppression which affect the agriculture, human and animal health. We used Bayesian Additive Regression Trees (BART) to estimate the current and future distribution of each species under CMIP6 climate scenarios on 5-arc-min grids spatial resolution. In each grid, current and future functional bat diversity were calculated based on three metrics: functional richness (FRic), specialization (FSpe) and divergence (FDiv). Null models were used to determine whether protected areas would protect high, medium and low functionality values compared to a random distribution based on 10,000 simulations. We also determined European functional bat groups through hierarchical cluster analysis. Our results showed that FRic would be mainly affected by the climate change, with a 56.3 % loss in protected areas in a high concentration scenario of greenhouse gases and would have a shift towards northern and eastern areas. Protected areas would over-protect high functional diversity values, permanently in time, only in the optimal climate change scenario. Most functional groups showed a clear imbalance between the habitat loss and gain they would have, with losses being significantly greater. The change on functional bat diversity would suppose alterations in the trophic networks of the Mediterranean area, with the loss of ecosystem services like crop pest suppression and human disease vectors (mosquitoes). Our results show that we need to develop conservation and management plans in an outside of the protected areas to prevent the effects of climate change on ecosystem service in those areas where the functional diversity would disappear.},
}

@article {pmid40997349,
year = {2025},
author = {Işık, M and Akbaş, P and Özkan Şat, S},
title = {The psychological impacts of climate change on pregnant women in Türkiye.},
journal = {Women and birth : journal of the Australian College of Midwives},
volume = {38},
number = {6},
pages = {102111},
doi = {10.1016/j.wombi.2025.102111},
pmid = {40997349},
issn = {1878-1799},
abstract = {BACKGROUND: Climate change poses serious risks to both physical and mental health. Pregnant women are especially vulnerable, as the stress and anxiety associated with this period may be intensified by climate-related challenges, potentially affecting maternal well-being and pregnancy outcomes.

AIM: This study was conducted to determine the repercussions of climate change on the mental health of pregnant women.

METHODS: This study utilized a descriptive qualitative design. The data were collected by holding individual semi-structured interviews with pregnant women (n = 17). Thematic analysis was used to analyse the data.

RESULTS: The main themes of this study were 'anxiety and insecurity about the future,' 'psychological burdens caused by climate change,' 'coping with psychological burdens associated with the impact of climate change,' and 'expectations from healthcare professionals'. The main themes consist of six sub-themes: 'concerns about the future of children,' 'uncertainty about the future,' 'climate anxiety and stress,' 'sense of ecological loss and sadness,' 'avoidance,' and 'spiritual practices'.

CONCLUSION: Climate change adversely affects the quality of life of pregnant women and imposes a significant burden on their mental health. Healthcare professionals should integrate climate-related awareness and coping strategies into their practice and promote broader public awareness. Such efforts can contribute to policies that safeguard the rights of pregnant women and their families to live in a healthy and sustainable environment.},
}

@article {pmid40997027,
year = {2025},
author = {Wilbur, J and Kovats, S and Ruuska, D and Nawaz, S and Natukunda, J},
title = {Climate change, disability, and water, sanitation and hygiene: A scoping review of evidence and interventions in low and middle-income countries.},
journal = {PLOS global public health},
volume = {5},
number = {9},
pages = {e0003676},
pmid = {40997027},
issn = {2767-3375},
abstract = {Climate hazards, including extreme weather events, undermine essential water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) services, exacerbating health disparities in people with disabilities. Despite this, WASH policies and adaptation strategies often overlook the need for disability inclusive measures. The scoping review objectives are to 1) map the evidence on how climate risks affect WASH services and coping strategies in low-and middle-income countries, with a particular focus on people with disabilities; and 2) assess evidence for the effectiveness of climate-resilient WASH interventions, emphasising their impact on people with disabilities. Our review identified substantial data on women and girls, so the results reflect binary gender considerations. A systematic search of nine databases, including CINAHL Complete, Global Health, GreenFILE, and MEDLINE via PubMed, was conducted to identify peer-reviewed and grey literature using relevant keywords related to extreme weather and climate hazards, WASH (including menstrual health), disability, and evaluations. We included studies in English, published between January 1, 2000 and December 31, 2023. Data were extracted and analysed thematically. Twenty-two studies met the inclusion criteria. Only two papers evaluated climate-resilient WASH interventions (rainwater harvesting), and neither considered disability. Most papers examined people's self-reported health impacts and experiences affected by drought-related water insecurity or WASH infrastructure damage due to extreme weather events. Data on the experiences of persons with disabilities were only included in two papers. They highlighted that persons with disabilities are disproportionately disadvantaged by climate-related damage to WASH infrastructure and emphasised the importance of social capital and social networks in supporting them when access to water is limited. Extreme weather events disrupt WASH services, yet evidence of the experiences and coping strategies of persons with disabilities remains extremely limited. This is a barrier to developing disability inclusive adaptation strategies. Evaluating climate-resilient WASH interventions is essential to enhance resilience and health equity for persons with disabilities.},
}

@article {pmid40996488,
year = {2025},
author = {Townsend, MH and Szauter, K and Bodola, RR and Martinez-Gonzalez, KG and Lee, GH and Capone, EC and Levine, RE},
title = {Climate Change and Natural Disaster: Toward a Faculty Development Toolkit.},
journal = {Academic psychiatry : the journal of the American Association of Directors of Psychiatric Residency Training and the Association for Academic Psychiatry},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
pmid = {40996488},
issn = {1545-7230},
}

@article {pmid40996367,
year = {2025},
author = {Kısrık, D and Avcıbay-Vurgeç, B and Atik, AD},
title = {Development and Psychometric Properties of Pregnancy-Specific Climate Change Awareness Scale.},
journal = {Public health nursing (Boston, Mass.)},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
doi = {10.1111/phn.70017},
pmid = {40996367},
issn = {1525-1446},
support = {//Cukurova University Scientific Research Projects/ ; TYL-2022-14875//Çukurova Üniversitesi/ ; },
abstract = {OBJECTIVE: Climate change is a global health problem and threatens our society from all aspects. Pregnant women, fetuses, and newborns are considered vulnerable groups in the context of climate change. Steps to increase awareness about the consequences of climate change on maternal and child health and future generations are important for adaptation strategies.

AIM: This study aims to develop a measurement tool that assesses pregnancy-specific awareness of the effects of climate change on maternal-fetal health.

METHOD: This study used a cross-sectional and methodological design. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews with pregnant women who agreed to participate in the study between May and July 2022. Thirty-six items were rated on a 5-point Likert scale (from entirely disagree to entirely agree) and applied to 500 voluntary pregnant. SPSS Statistics 22 and Mplus 7 programs were used for data analysis.

RESULTS: As a result of EFA, a 21-item, 3-factor final scale was obtained from the 36-item draft version scale. Result of CFA, the fit index values were found as RMSEA = 0.074, NFI = 0.978, and CFI = 0.975. The fit indices of the awareness scale model were significant (x[2] = 428.438, sd = 181, p = 0.0000, x[2]/sd = 2.367). The total internal consistency Cronbach's α coefficient of the 21-item final scale is 0.946.

CONCLUSION: In line with these data, Pregnancy-Specific Climate Change Awareness Scale is a valid and reliable measurement tool that can be used to evaluate the pregnancy-specific climate change awareness level. Studies testing the applicability of the scale in the population of midwives and obstetricians working with pregnant women are recommended.},
}

@article {pmid40995769,
year = {2025},
author = {Heimann, Y and Schleußner, E},
title = {Climate Change and Preterm Birth: Trends in the Temperate Zone.},
journal = {Deutsches Arzteblatt international},
volume = {122},
number = {18},
pages = {508-509},
doi = {10.3238/arztebl.m2025.0128},
pmid = {40995769},
issn = {1866-0452},
}

@article {pmid40995664,
year = {2025},
author = {Xie, G and Zhang, Y and Wang, Q and Shi, K and Zhang, Y and Zhou, Y and Qin, B and He, J and Li, N},
title = {Multiple Impacts of Climate Change and Anthropogenic Activities on Lacustrine Trophic State.},
journal = {Global change biology},
volume = {31},
number = {9},
pages = {e70510},
doi = {10.1111/gcb.70510},
pmid = {40995664},
issn = {1365-2486},
support = {42425102//National Natural Science Foundation of China/ ; 2022xjkk1504//Third Xinjiang Scientific Expedition Program/ ; 2022YFC3204101//National Key Research and Development Grant of China/ ; D2021106002//Natural Science Foundation of Hebei Province of China/ ; },
mesh = {*Climate Change ; *Lakes/analysis ; *Anthropogenic Effects ; *Human Activities ; *Environmental Monitoring ; *Water Quality ; Models, Theoretical ; Ecosystem ; },
abstract = {The trophic state index (TSI) serves as a fundamental indicator for evaluating the water quality of lake ecosystems. Under climate change and human activities, global lake TSI has changed significantly, yet its response mechanisms remain unclear. To address this challenge, we developed a generalized TSI estimation model by integrating semi-analytical algorithms with machine learning techniques, based on a comprehensive dataset comprising 3756 pairs of in situ measurements and remote sensing observations. The developed model demonstrated superior predictive performance with R[2] of 0.77 and RMSE of 8.25 for the testing dataset. Applying the model, we reconstructed a 21-year time series (2003-2023) TSI for 14,189 global lakes with surface area ≥ 10 km[2]. The global mean TSI was estimated to be 54.07 ± 0.31. Among the lakes, 4.1% were classified as oligotrophic (TSI ≤ 38), 18.9% as mesotrophic (38 < TSI ≤ 48), 56.8% as eutrophic (48 < TSI ≤ 61), and 20.2% as hypereutrophic (TSI > 61). Globally, TSI showed a significantly increasing trend at a rate of 0.19 per decade (p < 0.01). Specifically, lakes with increasing TSI were primarily located in North America, Europe, Russia, and parts of Africa. In contrast, lakes with decreasing TSI were primarily located in South America, Australia, and West Asia. Subsequently, we aggregated the TSI data by country and quantified the contributions of climate, land use, and fertilizer application to the TSI variations using a Generalized Linear Model. The results showed that climate warming, increased solar radiation, stronger wind, intensified precipitation, urbanization, agricultural expansion, and fertilizer use, particularly phosphate application, have all contributed to increasing TSI. In contrast, surrounding vegetation growth showed a negative correlation with TSI, helping to improve water quality. This study underscores the value of remote sensing for large-scale eutrophication assessment, offering insights into sustainable lake management under global change.},
}

*Climate Change
*Lakes/analysis
*Anthropogenic Effects
*Human Activities
*Environmental Monitoring
*Water Quality
Models, Theoretical
Ecosystem

@article {pmid40995332,
year = {2025},
author = {Ramon, D and Heaviside, C and Brousse, O and Simpson, C and Amuron, I and Jjemba, EW and Van de Walle, J and Thiery, W and van Lipzig, NPM},
title = {Projected population exposure to dangerous heat stress around Lake Victoria under a high-end climate change scenario.},
journal = {Environmental research letters : ERL [Web site]},
volume = {20},
number = {10},
pages = {104068},
pmid = {40995332},
issn = {1748-9326},
abstract = {Recent global temperature increases and extreme heat events have raised concerns about their impact on health, particularly in vulnerable regions like Africa. This study assesses future heat stress and population exposure in the Lake Victoria region under the high-emission SSP5-8.5 climate change scenario, using a convection-permitting climate model, heat stress indices (humidex and heat index), and high-resolution population projections under the high-emission SSP5-8.5 scenario, interpreted here as the high-end of the climate change signal. Results indicate a substantial increase in the duration of dangerous heat stress. By the end of the century, up to 122 million people, or around 44 % of the population may experience dangerous heat stress for more than 5 % of the time annually (i.e. ∼18 days), compared to 1 % of the population or around 1 million people for the period 2005-2016. Up to 28 % of the population (∼78 million people) would even experience dangerous heat for 15 % of the time (i.e. ∼55 days). 66 % of this increased population exposure can be attributed to the combined effect of increasing temperatures and total population in the region. High heat-risk areas include the northern and southern shores of Lake Victoria and urban areas. The study highlights the need to consider both climate and population dynamics when assessing heat stress, and underscores the urgency of adaptation in the Lake Victoria region.},
}

@article {pmid40993411,
year = {2025},
author = {Vaughan, IP},
title = {Climate change is reshaping fish communities in the United States.},
journal = {Nature},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
pmid = {40993411},
issn = {1476-4687},
}

@article {pmid40993258,
year = {2025},
author = {Muttarak, R},
title = {Fighting climate change takes more than data - it needs wonder, love and hope.},
journal = {Nature},
volume = {645},
number = {8082},
pages = {843-844},
pmid = {40993258},
issn = {1476-4687},
}

@article {pmid40992449,
year = {2025},
author = {Pillai, A and Murage, P and Haque, F},
title = {Understanding the Relationship Between Climate Change-Related Meteorological Factors and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and CKD of unknown origin (CKDu) in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Systematic Review & Meta-analysis.},
journal = {Environmental research},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {122928},
doi = {10.1016/j.envres.2025.122928},
pmid = {40992449},
issn = {1096-0953},
abstract = {Chronic kidney disease (CKD) including CKD of unknown origin (CKDu) is an emerging global health challenge, with a 33% increase in CKD prevalence from 1990 to 2017. Climate change, via changes in weather factors, may influence onset and progression of CKD/CKDu. Understanding the nexus between climate change and renal health is imperative, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) where adaptive capacities are low, and vulnerable populations have limited access to healthcare resources. This systematic review investigates the association between climate-related meteorological factors and CKD/CKDu burden in LMICs. On 3[rd] May 2024, searches across Medline, Embase, Global Health, Web of Science, and Global Index Medicus were conducted to identify studies that estimated the impact of meteorological factors on CKD/CKDu deaths and illnesses. Quality assessment determined the risk of bias. A meta-analysis was conducted to report the pooled effects, and a narrative synthesis was performed where meta-analysis was not possible. Fifteen studies were included in the narrative synthesis and eight in the meta-analysis. While meta-analytic findings did not indicate a statistically significant association between temperature and CKD/CKDu morbidity, narrative evidence suggests a likely association in specific subpopulations. At-risk populations included males, agricultural workers under 50 years, those aged 65 and older, low socioeconomic status individuals, and residents of rural, tropical, and subtropical regions. High temperatures and heat exposure may contribute to CKD/CKDu risk in LMICs across vulnerable groups. Insufficient data on other meteorological exposures such as humidity and rainfall preclude conclusions about their impact on CKD/CKDu burden. Studies designed to answer these questions are needed to inform climate resilient health policy and plans.},
}

@article {pmid40992089,
year = {2025},
author = {Chen, Y and Kim, SH and Long, J and Bathige, SDNK and Kim, HJ and Tang, SL and Park, KI},
title = {First report of Thraustochytrium caudivorum isolated from the undulated surf clam (Paratapes undulatus): Morphological, molecular, and ecological insights under climate change.},
journal = {Protist},
volume = {179},
number = {},
pages = {126128},
doi = {10.1016/j.protis.2025.126128},
pmid = {40992089},
issn = {1618-0941},
abstract = {Thraustochytrium caudivorum is a marine protist of the class Labyrinthulea with limited information on its ecology and host associations. Here, we report its first isolation from the gill tissue of the undulated surf clam (Paratapes undulatus) collected from subtropical coastal waters in the western Pacific. Sequencing of an 18S rDNA fragment (1225 bp) showed 99.8 % identity to known T. caudivorum strains, with three nucleotide differences suggesting intraspecific variation. Phylogenetic analysis confirmed its placement within the T. caudivorum clade, contributing to Labyrinthulea taxonomy. Morphological and ultrastructural observations revealed typical thraustochytrid traits, including lipid-rich spherical cells, multilayered cell walls, globose sporangia, and filamentous ectoplasmic network structures. Growth assays indicated optimal in vitro proliferation at 35 °C and 40 psu, suggesting strong tolerance to elevated temperature and salinity. To evaluate potential ecological interactions, Ruditapes philippinarum (Manila clam) was experimentally exposed as a surrogate host. Mortality was observed under higher temperatures, indicating possible opportunistic behavior, although no lesions or mortality were detected in the original P. undulatus specimens. These findings expand current knowledge of T. caudivorum biology and suggest its potential relevance in aquaculture and marine ecosystems, particularly under warming and salinity fluctuations associated with climate change.},
}

@article {pmid40991185,
year = {2025},
author = {Nogueira, LM},
title = {We don't want to boil the ocean: expanding cancer research in the era of climate change.},
journal = {Cancer causes & control : CCC},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
pmid = {40991185},
issn = {1573-7225},
}

@article {pmid40991123,
year = {2025},
author = {Sahoo, M and Baù, D and Thornton, SF},
title = {Review of nitrogen cycling in temperate winter soil under climate change.},
journal = {Environmental science and pollution research international},
volume = {},
number = {},
pages = {},
pmid = {40991123},
issn = {1614-7499},
support = {EP/Y015843/1//HORIZON EUROPE Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions/ ; },
abstract = {In recent years, the biogeochemical cycling of nitrogen (N) in soils under temperate climates during winter has received growing attention due to rising N emissions and the accumulation of N on the soil surface and in nearby water bodies. While the N cycle has traditionally been considered to slow during cold periods, recent studies show that freeze-thaw cycles (FTCs) can significantly reshape N dynamics by altering soil structure and stimulating microbial activity. This review synthesizes key abiotic drivers, such as soil moisture, temperature, and snow cover, along with anthropogenic influences that affect N transformations and transport in winter. We identified the key research gaps in the existing approaches and emphasized the need to incorporate winter N fluxes into annual N budgets to improve our understanding of terrestrial N cycling under climate change.},
}