Investigation of the effects of sulfadiazine on bacterial communities and nitrogen metabolism in coastal sediments

Key Points

• Sulfadiazine affects nitrogen metabolism in coastal sediments, leading to altered bacterial community compositions.
• Key evidence shows a significant shift in microbial interactions with sulfadiazine treatments, indicating ecological impact.
• Analysis of sediment samples reveals that sulfadiazine exposure alters nitrogen cycling processes among sediment bacteria.
• This study highlights the need for understanding antibiotic effects on microbial ecosystems in coastal environments.