Scientists investigate the side effects that stem from popular strategies adopted to mitigate mercury use and emissions in artisanal and small-scale gold mining Mercury is a unique element that has ...

For at least 16 million people worldwide, artisanal small-scale gold mining (ASGM) is a pillar of stability and opportunity, particularly in rural, impoverished communities. But the industry is ...

Mercury is one of the most concerning chemicals affecting public health and the environment. The chemical can enter local watersheds and poison flora and fauna, while leaving humans with memory loss, ...