Beyond single nanomaterial exposure: investigating the fate of a TiO 2 and CeO 2 nanomaterial mixture in freshwater mesocosms

Key Points

• This research aims to understand how a mixture of TiO2 and CeO2 nanomaterials behaves and interacts in freshwater ecosystems.
• Conducted experiments in freshwater mesocosms
• Monitored aggregation dynamics of the nanomaterials
• Assessed the fate of the mixture over time
• Observed distinct aggregation dynamics between TiO2 and CeO2
• Documented varied behavior of the nanomaterial mixture
• Identified significant implications for freshwater ecosystem health