Article
Environmental Sciences
Eva Gorrochategui, Isabel Hernandez, Eva Perez-Gabucio, Silvia Lacorte, Roma Tauler
Summary: The study showed that the COVID-19 lockdown had a positive impact on air quality in Barcelona and other parts of Catalonia, with decreases in NO2, O-3, and PM10 concentrations. The reduction in NO2 was more significant in rural areas, while O-3 levels increased in urban areas. PM10 levels decreased mostly in urban areas due to reduced traffic flow.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Edicle de Souza Fernandes Duarte, Paulo Sergio Lucio, Maria Joao Costa, Vanda Salgueiro, Rui Salgado, Miguel Potes, Judith J. Hoelzemann, Daniele Bortoli
Summary: This study aims to investigate the seasonal variations of air pollutants and meteorological factors in Portugal and their associations with cardiorespiratory mortality. The results showed that cardiorespiratory mortality rates were significantly higher in winter than in summer, with PM10, PM2.5, CO, and NO2 showing higher concentrations in winter while O-3 showed higher concentrations in spring and summer. The CCA analysis indicated a strong linear correlation between pollutant-meteorological factors and health outcomes.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
R. M. Duvall, G. S. W. Hagler, A. L. Clements, K. Benedict, K. Barkjohn, V Kilaru, T. Hanley, N. Watkins, A. Kaufman, A. Kamal, S. Reece, P. Fransioli, M. Gerboles, G. Gillerman, R. Habre, M. Hannigan, Z. Ning, V Papapostolou, R. Pope, P. J. E. Quintana, J. Lam Snyder
Summary: The use of air sensor technology is increasing worldwide, but there is significant variability in data quality. The workshop addressed the lack of sensor technology requirements, fit-for-purpose data quality needs, and transparency issues, highlighting the need for more clear and consistent approaches for evaluating sensor performance.
ATMOSPHERIC ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Abbas Miri, Ebrhaim Shirmohammadi, Armin Sorooshian
Summary: This study examines the relationship between meteorological factors, air pollutants, and ambient bacterial concentration. The results show that air quality indices (PM10, PM2.5, and AQI) have a significant impact on bacterial concentrations.
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Samaher Al-Janabi, Ayad Alkaim, Ehab Al-Janabi, Aseel Aljeboree, M. Mustafa
Summary: The responsibility of upgrading health reality lies with everyone, and the design of a smart system based on modern technologies can help reduce time and effort while making the work environment more efficient and cost-effective. The use of Internet technology and Intelligent Big Data Analysis is essential for constructing an integrated system to predict and monitor air pollution concentrations in real time.
NEURAL COMPUTING & APPLICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Seyed Saeed Tamehri Zadeh, Alireza Khajavi, Azra Ramezankhani, Fereidoun Azizi, Farzad Hadaegh
Summary: A study found that long-term exposure to air pollution is associated with dysglycemia, particularly impaired fasting glucose.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ying Fu, Wenbin Sun, Deqin Fan, Zhi Zhang, Yishuo Hao
Summary: This study uses satellite observations of atmospheric pollutants to evaluate the characteristics of industrial carbon emissions in China and establishes an estimation model. The results show that comprehensive satellite observations can reliably assess industrial emission characteristics.
ATMOSPHERIC POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Pietro Patimisco, Nicoletta Ardito, Edoardo De Toma, Dominik Burghart, Vladislav Tigaev, Mikhail A. Belkin, Vincenzo Spagnolo
Summary: This paper reports on the implementation of a multi-quantum cascade laser module as a light source for quartz-enhanced photoacoustic spectroscopy sensing. The results show that the module has high sensitivity for the detection of NO2, SO2, and NH3, with detection limits below the typical natural abundance of these gases in air.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jack Ngarambe, Soo Jeong Joen, Choong-Hee Han, Geun Young Yun
Summary: The study explores the interactions between urban heat island (UHI) and air pollution using in-situ temperature and air pollution data. It found positive correlations between certain air pollutants and UHI intensity (UHII), as well as strong seasonal effects on the strength of these correlations. Understanding these interactions is crucial for urban climate studies and mitigation strategies in Seoul city.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ilkay Bugdayci, Oguz Ugurlu, Fatma Kunt
Summary: Geographical information systems were used to conduct a spatial analysis of air pollutants in the municipal urban areas of Konya province, based on data obtained from the National Air Quality Monitoring Network stations. Air pollution maps were created using the IDW interpolation method, and the results were compared to the limit values specified in the Air Quality Assessment and Management Regulation. The impact of COVID-19 lockdown periods on air pollution was also evaluated, with the findings showing that air pollution did not significantly exceed the national limit values in 2019 and 2020.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Adel. G. E. Abbady, Khaled Salahel Din, Nagwa Saad
Summary: This study conducted continuous measurements of Rn-222 concentrations in the outdoor environment of Qena city, southern Egypt, and collected meteorological parameters and gaseous pollutants data to investigate their potential relationships. The results showed that Rn-222 concentration was positively correlated with relative humidity, nitrogen oxide, and particulate matter, while negatively correlated with air temperature, evaporation rate, and ozone.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kalpana Garsa, Abul Amir Khan, Prakhar Jindal, Anirban Middey, Nadeem Luqman, Hitankshi Mohanty, Shubhansh Tiwari
Summary: The relationships between meteorological parameters and air pollutants were evaluated in this study. The results showed that meteorology significantly influenced the diffusion and dispersion of air contaminants. Temperature had the strongest negative impact on pollutant concentration, while other meteorological parameters had both negative and positive influences. The interaction between pollutants and relative humidity and wind speed involved a two-way process. The study also highlighted the impact of rainfall on both particulate matters and gaseous pollutants.
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Necmiye Gulin Birim, Cihan Turhan, Ali Serdar Atalay, Gulden Gokcen Akkurt
Summary: Air pollution, caused by factors such as urbanization, poor fuel quality, and vehicle emissions, has a significant impact on the environment, organisms, and human health. This study examines the correlation between PM10 pollutant data and meteorological parameters in two different areas of Izmir Province, Turkey. The results show that relative humidity has the most significant influence on PM10 pollution in both urban and rural areas, while temperature is statistically insignificant.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Tomasz Urbanowicz, Krzysztof Skotak, Krzysztof J. Filipiak, Anna Olasinska-Wisniewska, Krystian Szczepanski, Michal Wyrwa, Jedrzej Sikora, Andrzej Tykarski, Marek Jemielity
Summary: This study found a possible relationship between coronary artery lesion progression and chronic exposure to NO2 air pollution in patients living in cities in Poland.
JOURNAL OF PERSONALIZED MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Guoying Wang, Shangrong Ma, Xiuli Niu, Xuefu Chen, Fengshuo Liu, Xin Li, Lan Li, Gaofeng Shi, Zhijun Wu
Summary: Research on the sources of HONO in the troposphere remains incomplete, with models failing to accurately predict high levels of fine-particle pollution. Studies demonstrate that at high concentrations, a ratio of 2:1:3:3 of NO2, SO2, H2O, and NH3 can facilitate barrierless reactions for the formation of HONO and NO2-HSO3.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY A
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Nadhira Dahari, Khalida Muda, Mohd Talib Latif, Doreena Dominick, Norelyza Hussein, Md Firoz Khan
Summary: This study investigates the measurement of particle mass concentrations and particle number concentrations during different monsoon seasons in Skudai, Malaysia. The results show significant differences in PM2.5 mass concentrations and PNC among different monsoon seasons, with the highest PNC concentration observed during the southwest monsoon. The study highlights the importance of PNC measurement in understanding seasonal variations of PM2.5 pollution and emphasizes the need for regional emission control actions in local air quality management.
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOCHEMISTRY AND HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
R. S. A. Usmani, T. R. Pillai, I. A. T. Hashem, M. Marjani, R. B. Shaharudin, M. T. Latif
Summary: This study models and predicts the relationship between air pollution and cardiorespiratory mortality in the Klang Valley, Malaysia, using artificial intelligence techniques. The results show that the ELSTM model provides the most accurate predictions.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Xiaolin Wang, Tzung-May Fu, Lin Zhang, Xiao Lu, Xiong Liu, Teerachai Amnuaylojaroen, Mohd Talib Latif, Yaping Ma, Lijuan Zhang, Xu Feng, Lei Zhu, Huizhong Shen, Xin Yang
Summary: By combining observations and simulations, we assessed the trends of tropospheric ozone over Southeast Asia from 2005 to 2016. The surface ozone levels in Peninsular Southeast Asia showed rapid increases, primarily driven by local emissions, while the Maritime Continents experienced relatively slower increases. It is necessary to quantify Southeast Asian emissions more accurately to improve air quality management.
GEOPHYSICAL RESEARCH LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Preyapon Promsiri, Surajit Tekasakul, Thunyapat Thongyen, Panwadee Suwattiga, John Morris, Mohd Talib Latif, Perapong Tekasakul, Racha Dejchanchaiwong
Summary: This study characterized the impacts of transboundary haze from peatland fires in Indonesia and local emission sources on PM2.5 in Hat Yai, a city in southern Thailand, during 2019-2020. By measuring various chemical components of PM2.5 samples, the study identified both local and regional emission sources. The results showed that the increase in PM2.5 and chemical component concentrations during the transboundary haze period was mainly influenced by aerosols from open biomass burning in Indonesia. The study also found that secondary organic carbons and biomass burning were the dominant sources during this period.
ATMOSPHERIC ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ling Huang, Yonghui Zhu, Hanqing Liu, Yangjun Wang, David T. Allen, Maggie Chel Gee Ooi, Kasemsan Manomaiphiboon, Mohd Talib Latif, Andy Chan, Li Li
Summary: Despite a decrease in fine particulate matter (PM2.5) concentrations, ozone pollution in China has increased in frequency and persistence. Open crop straw burning (OCSB) activities release a significant amount of trace gases, contributing to elevated ozone concentrations. This study demonstrates the impact of OCSB emissions on ground-level ozone and associated health effects in China. Reductions in OCSB emissions due to implementation of straw burning bans lead to a decrease in annual averaged ozone levels and result in health benefits in east and central China.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Review
Construction & Building Technology
Muhsin K. Otuyo, Mohd Shahrul Mohd Nadzir, Mohd Talib Latif, Lip Huat Saw
Summary: This review examines the concentration levels and health effects of particulate matter (PM) in trains. The study finds that PM concentration is significantly higher in the underground segment compared to the above/ground levels, with 80% of in-train PM concentrations exceeding the WHO standard. People's activities, mechanical movement of train parts, train operation conditions, and local emissions are identified as the primary sources of PM.
INDOOR AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Saeed Shojaee Barjoee, Mohammad Azizi, Mosayeb Kouhkan, Iraj Alipourfard, Adeleh Bayat, Yones Heydari Shahbaz, Amir Badieefar, Mohd Talib Latif
Summary: The researchers used an integrated approach to predict fatality rates caused by benzene emitted from floating-roof tanks. The results showed that atmospheric temperature, wind speed, failure diameter, and emission height have positive effects on the dispersion of the toxic benzene vapor cloud. Social risks estimation indicated that over 1600 fatalities should be expected under the worst-case scenarios. It is necessary to provide an emergency response plan in the studied industry in both autumn and winter due to low wind speed.
ARCHIVES OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION AND TOXICOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hai Tao, Aqeel Ali Al-Hilali, Ali M. Ahmed, Zainab Haider Mussa, Mayadah W. Falah, Salwan Ali Abed, Ravinesh Deo, Ali H. Jawad, Khairul Nizam Abdul Maulud, Mohd Talib Latif, Zaher Mundher Yaseen
Summary: The Murray-Darling river basin in Australia is facing severe heavy metal contamination, leading to increased crop productivity, soil fertility loss, and pollution in the surroundings. The study examined heavy metal contamination in eight study sites using various pollution indices, and found a high level of pollution in the basin. The contamination has significant impacts on human health and local environmental conditions.
Article
Polymer Science
Muhammad Jefri Mohd Yusof, Mohd Talib Latif, Siti Fairus Mohd Yusoff
Summary: The accumulation of heavy metals in natural rubber latex has implications for the health of the plant and the integrity of the rubber. A study in Malaysia examined the concentration of heavy metals in latex collected from different areas over a year and found that high levels of heavy metals acted as an excellent compatibilizer in blends with improved properties. This discovery suggests that natural rubber can help reduce heavy metal accumulation in the environment and improve the performance of rubber blends.
JOURNAL OF RUBBER RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Qing Li, Kun Zhang, Rui Li, Liumei Yang, Yanan Yi, Zhiqiang Liu, Xiaojuan Zhang, Jialiang Feng, Qiongqiong Wang, Wu Wang, Ling Huang, Yangjun Wang, Shunyao Wang, Hui Chen, Andy Chan, Mohd Talib Latif, Maggie Chel Gee Ooi, Kasemsan Manomaiphiboon, Jianzhen Yu, Li Li
Summary: Biomass burning has significant impacts on air quality and climate change. The degradation of levoglucosan leads to underestimation of the contribution of biomass burning to organic carbon in PM2.5.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nur Ain Nazirah Binti Najurudeen, Md Firoz Khan, Hamidah Suradi, Ummay Ayesha Mim, Israt Nur Janntul Raim, Sara Binte Rashid, Mohd Talib Latif, Muhammad Nurul Huda
Summary: This study aims to calculate the concentrations, identify the sources, and assess the health risks of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in atmospheric particles. The results indicate that the major source of PAHs is pyrogenic activities, and the health risks for all age groups are relatively low to moderate. Adults and adolescents living in the urban area of Kuala Lumpur are at the highest risk for respiratory health problems due to prolonged exposure to PAHs in PM10 and PM2.5.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mou Leong Tan, Liew Juneng, Heri Kuswanto, Hong Xuan Do, Fei Zhang
Summary: Solar radiation management (SRM) reduces the earth's temperature by reflecting more sunlight back to space, but its impacts on hydro-climatic extremes in Southeast Asia are unclear. This study simulates the effects of SRM on the Kelantan River Basin in Malaysia and finds that it can lead to cooling effects, reducing annual and monthly precipitation during the flooding season. It also decreases the number of days with heavy precipitation and intensity of maximum daily precipitation, resulting in reduced high flows. However, the driest months experience comparable decreases in precipitation and streamflow under SRM impacts.
Article
Engineering, Marine
Noah Irfan Azran, Hafeez Jeofry, Jing Xiang Chung, Liew Juneng, Syamir Alihan Showkat Ali, Alex Griffiths, Muhammad Zahir Ramli, Effi Helmy Ariffin, Mohd Fuad Miskon, Juliana Mohamed, Kamaruzzaman Yunus, Mohd Fadzil Akhir
Summary: Sea level rise is a significant concern for Malaysia as a coastal country, impacting 70% of its population. Studying sea level rise is important for implementing effective mitigation and adaptation strategies.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yet Yin Hee, Keith Weston, Suhaimi Suratman, Mohd Fadzil Akhir, Mohd Talib Latif, Sudheesh Valliyodan
Summary: A study was conducted in Brunei Bay, northwest Borneo, to understand the causes of low dissolved oxygen. The study found that hypoxia was widespread in the bottom waters during the monsoonal dry season, but less extensive during the wet season. The hypoxia in the dry season was primarily caused by riverine nutrient input and subsequent decomposition, while the wet season had less hypoxia due to reduced coastal primary production, intrusion of oxygen-rich water from the South China Sea, and increased advection of phytoplankton biomass out of the bay through horizontal flushing.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yet Yin Hee, Keith Weston, Suhaimi Suratman, Mohd Fadzil Akhir, Mohd Talib Latif, Sudheesh Valliyodan
Summary: This study aims to understand the causes of low dissolved oxygen in Brunei Bay, northwest Borneo. It found that riverine nutrient input from the Padas river led to widespread hypoxia in bottom waters during the dry season. However, in the wet season, hypoxia was less extensive due to reduced coastal primary production, intrusion of oxygen-rich water from the South China Sea, and increased advection of phytoplankton biomass out of the bay.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)