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, exhibiting copper, zinc, and cadmium concentrations 2.6 to 17.7 times higher. By analyzing these "bio-sentinels," researchers can more accurately track anthropogenic contamination and manage the health of fragile marine ecosystems. Option 2: Neuroscience & Aging

This draft focuses on the 2021 study regarding the use of bivalves to monitor heavy metal contamination, published in the Marine Pollution Bulletin . 113061

Draft: While aging typically leads to cognitive decline and brain atrophy, a systematic review in Behavioural Brain Research (Article 113061) highlights high inter-individual variability linked to lifestyle habits. The study explores how consistent physical activity can modify brain functional responses and structural integrity in older adults. By prioritizing active lifestyles, individuals may be able to mitigate the global brain changes traditionally associated with getting older, shifting the focus from "normal aging" to cognitive resilience. Option 3: Materials Science (Neutron Optics) , exhibiting copper, zinc, and cadmium concentrations 2