An image of a sulfur-modified rick husk used in this study as seen under a scanning electron microscope. (Photo courtesy of Valentine Nzengung.)In the wake of Hurricane Helene and the recent flooding across the Southeast, it is crucial to understand the environmental impact of such events. Flooding historically causes sediment disruption which spreads harmful contaminants like mercury. These events can allow for toxic levels of mercury to enter the food web, posing serious risks to wildlife a...
