Health Impact and Ecosocial Safety in Romanian Metallic Materials Industry DOI Creative Commons

Avram Nicolae,

Mirela Sohaciu, Ioana Arina Gherghescu

et al.

Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: July 20, 2023

Abstract In the context of industrial evolution towards Industry 5.0 concept, there is an increase in processes automation and digitization which can bring several benefits but also challenges for human health protection. Thus, it important that governments companies take a series measures to detect problems may be related harmful substances exposure during processes. The paper deals with subject ecosociology represented by interactions three systems: natural-ecological (particulate matters pollution atmosphere), technological (polluting particulate processing metallic materials), social (health status under negative impact polluting matters). influence on investigated regard particle characteristics, namely size, d p [m], concentration, c [g/m 3 ], granulometric fractions, f g [%], elemental chemical composition structure. following aspects are approached: importance concerns sustainable development existence; need engineers know targets; ranking metallurgy sectors (sintering plant, blast furnace, LD converter, electrical arc furnace – EAF, rolling mills) according pollutants particulates affect induced diseases assessed. JEL Classifications F64, I15, J81, O14, Q57

Language: Английский

Home indoor air quality and cognitive function over one year for people working remotely during COVID-19 DOI
Anna S. Young, Shivani Parikh, Sandra Dedesko

et al.

Building and Environment, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 257, P. 111551 - 111551

Published: April 24, 2024

Language: Английский

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6
Characterising sources of PM2·5 exposure for school children with asthma: a personal exposure study across six cities in sub-Saharan Africa DOI Creative Commons

Shanon Lim,

Bibie Said,

Lindsay Zurba

et al.

The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 8(1), P. 17 - 27

Published: Nov. 22, 2023

Air pollution is the second largest risk to health in Africa, and children with asthma are particularly susceptible its effects. Yet, there a scarcity of air exposure data from cities sub-Saharan Africa. We aimed identify potential reduction strategies for school living urban areas

Language: Английский

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Impact of Wildfire Smoke PM2.5 on Indoor Air Quality of Public Buildings on a University Campus DOI
Rowshon Afroz,

Jarred Alonzo,

Sohaib Omar

et al.

ACS ES&T Air, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: March 26, 2025

With increasing wildfire events impacting many regions worldwide, understanding and mitigating the effects of smoke on indoor air quality (IAQ) in public buildings are essential for protecting occupant health. This study investigated impact IAQ across 24 campus Alberta, Canada, representing spaces with varied ventilation systems. Using a network low-cost sensors to monitor PM2.5, identified significant spikes during events, 71% exceeding Canadian Ambient Air Quality Standards daily limit 27 μg/m3. The had mechanical systems filters different Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) ratings. MERV13 were found be more efficient at capturing PM2.5 particles, resulting lower indoor/outdoor ratios (0.12 ± 0.07) compared MERV8 (0.28 0.14). Buildings change rates (ACH) ranging from 5 15 per hour exhibited infiltration patterns, higher ACH generally leading elevated concentrations events. highlights need balance pollutant by optimizing filtration efficiency reduce PM2.5. trajectory-fire interception method, combined satellite data, enhanced identification wildfire-influenced periods, contributing better dynamics. These findings underscore that even advanced alone may not ensure healthy extreme pollution. Real-time measurements crucial effective management. offer valuable insights building administrators policymakers, helping them develop strategies mitigate support healthier environments seasons.

Language: Английский

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Issue 2 - “Update on adverse respiratory effects of indoor air pollution” Part 1): Indoor air pollution and respiratory diseases: A general update and a Portuguese perspective DOI Creative Commons
João Cavaleiro Rufo, Isabella Annesi‐Maesano, Pedro Martins

et al.

Pulmonology, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 30(4), P. 378 - 389

Published: May 24, 2023

To quantify the impact of different air pollutants on respiratory health based robust estimates international data and to summarise evidence associations between indoor exposure those morbidity in Portuguese population. Several systematic reviews meta-analyses (MA) at world level demonstrate quality health, with particulate matter gasses exerting a significant effect airways. Volatile organic compounds (VOC) have been related asthma lung cancer. However, only biomass use allowed documentation long-term effects. While early publications concerning Portuguese-based populations mainly focused environmental tobacco smoke, later studies relocated attention relevant environments, such as day care buildings, schools, residences nursing homes. Looking pooled effects from reviewed studies, high levels carbon dioxide buildings were significantly associated wheezing, VOC fungi showing similar some instances. Despite reduction pollution after 2008 smoking prohibition public show that several parameters are still Portugal. The country shares worldwide necessity standardisation methods contextual increase reach epidemiological household pollution, allowing weighted evaluation interventions policies reducing morbidity.

Language: Английский

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Removal of Anthropogenic Toxic Gaseous Compounds from Indoor using Biomass-based Graphene Aerogels DOI Creative Commons
Gouri Sankar Das,

K.S. Anantha Raju,

Nisha Dhiman

et al.

ACS Engineering Au, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 4(3), P. 325 - 332

Published: Feb. 22, 2024

The efficient capture of HCHO, tobacco smoke, and anthropogenic toxic pollutants is paramount importance to mitigate indoor air pollution protect the general population. Ultralight N-doped graphene aerogel (N-GA) with a three-dimensional (3D) honeycomb-like coarse-pore structure synthesized from biomass (pear). By taking advantage micrometer-sized honeycomb pores, 3D interconnected porous structure, hierarchical large pore volume (0.81 cm3 g–1), highly accessible surface area (1582 m2 heteroatom-enriched (1.89% N 9.88% O) nature, N-GA offered high adsorption gaseous compounds (TGCs). as-synthesized without any further chemical/physical treatment exhibits an excellent adsorption-based TGCs such as HCHO (996.7 mg ethanol (611 smoke (523.8 benzene (482.3 toluene (392 carbon dioxide (365.3 g–1). Moreover, N-GA, low-cost renewable adsorbent, recyclability long-term efficiency. These results demonstrate potential unprecedented candidate design high-performance adsorbents for TGCs, suggesting great application in filters control both outdoor pollution.

Language: Английский

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2
Heart rate variability, electrodermal activity and cognition in adults: Association with short-term indoor PM2.5 exposure in a real-world intervention study DOI Creative Commons
Jiaxu Zhou, Gesche Huebner, Kathy Liu

et al.

Environmental Research, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 263, P. 120245 - 120245

Published: Oct. 28, 2024

Language: Английский

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Prevalence of indoor air pollutants from First Nation homes in North Central British Columbia, Canada DOI Creative Commons
Ivan Kamurasi, Karen H. Bartlett, Travis Holyk

et al.

International Journal of Circumpolar Health, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 83(1)

Published: Aug. 22, 2024

Poor indoor air quality poses significant health risks. This study addresses the gap in knowledge regarding prevalence of pollutants remote and rural First Nation communities north-central British Columbia, Canada. Dust samples from 75 homes were collected analysed for house dust mites, pet allergens, mould antigens, bacterial endotoxins. Indoor parameters, including carbon monoxide, dioxide, particulate matter, temperature, humidity, measured. A detailed questionnaire on household characteristics potential pollutant sources was administered. Homes exhibited exposure to multiple pollutants, with wood stove smoke identified as a primary source. Felis domesticus (cat allergen) Canis familiaris (dog prevalent, detectable levels 64% 60% homes, respectively. Bacterial endotoxins present all households. One-third exceeded recommended thresholds 3 or more pollutants. provides critical insights into magnitude contributing broader initiative characterise respiratory Nations communities. While many had acceptable quality, one-third The results can guide ongoing community efforts address housing concerns advocate increased federal funding.

Language: Английский

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1
Particulate matter concentrations and human exposure approaches in the world microenvironments DOI
Mihalis Lazaridis

Air Quality Atmosphere & Health, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 18(2), P. 471 - 484

Published: Oct. 22, 2024

Language: Английский

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1
Determinants of Household PM2.5 Concentration: Insights from the 2020–2021 Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey DOI Open Access

Sang Shin Pyo

Journal of Experimental & Biomedical Sciences/Biomedical Science Letters, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 30(4), P. 264 - 275

Published: Dec. 31, 2024

Objectives: This study utilized data from the 2020-2021 Korean National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey to analyze determinants affecting household PM 2.5 levels.Methods: concentrations were measured using a portable dust sampler (KMS-4100, KEMIK) with gravimetric methods over 24-hour period.A complex samples multivariable general linear model logistic regression employed evaluate key influencing factors.Results: In continuous analysis, significant that increased levels atmospheric (B = 0.386, P < 0.001), housing floor level -0.254,P 0.007), residential area -0.065,P humidifier use 4.680, 0.010), cooking activity 6.370,P 0.021), smoking 4.411, 0.020), zoning 6.298,P 0.017).In categorical factors likelihood of exceeding 35 µg/m 3 (odds ratio [OR] 0.219, 0.006), (OR 2.253, 0.030), 8.667, 0.012). Conclusion:These results suggest bans improvements in ventilation systems are necessary reduce levels.

Language: Английский

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1
Health Impact and Ecosocial Safety in Romanian Metallic Materials Industry DOI Creative Commons

Avram Nicolae,

Mirela Sohaciu, Ioana Arina Gherghescu

et al.

Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: July 20, 2023

Abstract In the context of industrial evolution towards Industry 5.0 concept, there is an increase in processes automation and digitization which can bring several benefits but also challenges for human health protection. Thus, it important that governments companies take a series measures to detect problems may be related harmful substances exposure during processes. The paper deals with subject ecosociology represented by interactions three systems: natural-ecological (particulate matters pollution atmosphere), technological (polluting particulate processing metallic materials), social (health status under negative impact polluting matters). influence on investigated regard particle characteristics, namely size, d p [m], concentration, c [g/m 3 ], granulometric fractions, f g [%], elemental chemical composition structure. following aspects are approached: importance concerns sustainable development existence; need engineers know targets; ranking metallurgy sectors (sintering plant, blast furnace, LD converter, electrical arc furnace – EAF, rolling mills) according pollutants particulates affect induced diseases assessed. JEL Classifications F64, I15, J81, O14, Q57

Language: Английский

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