Article
Environmental Sciences
Xinya Yang, Liuna Geng, Kexin Zhou
Summary: In this study, a comprehensive theoretical framework was constructed to investigate the social vulnerability to PM2.5, revealing positive global spatial autocorrelation and notable local spatial cluster relationships. Spatial econometric modeling and geographically weighted regression modeling were used to explore the cause-effect relationship of social vulnerability to PM2.5, indicating that different dimensions of social vulnerability have varying impacts on PM2.5 at a global scale. The empirical results provide policymakers with insights on how to address PM2.5 governance and targeted environmental pollution management from the perspective of social vulnerability.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Do-Yeon Kim, Dae-Yong Jin, Heung-Il Suk
Summary: Predicting the concentration of PM2.5 particles is crucial in public health management. To address the complexity of the process, researchers developed a novel framework that utilizes multiple edges for feature extraction and employs a graph neural network for feature calculations. The experimental results show that the proposed method outperforms conventional models, achieving better long-term prediction and mitigating issues related to local dependency.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Geography, Physical
Wang Zhenbo, Liang Longwu, Wang Xujing
Summary: Urban agglomerations in China show a trend of increasing PM2.5 concentrations, with faster growth in the eastern and northeastern regions. There is significant spatial concentration of PM2.5 within urban agglomerations, with increasing number of hot-spot cities and decreasing number of cold-spot cities. There is a significant spatial spillover effect of PM2.5 pollution among cities within urban agglomerations.
JOURNAL OF GEOGRAPHICAL SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xin Ma, Tengfei Chen, Rubing Ge, Fan Xv, Caocao Cui, Junpeng Li
Summary: This paper adopts four machine learning models to predict PM2.5 concentration in ten cities in the Jing-Jin-Ji region of China. The results show that the random forest and extremely randomized trees models have better predictive performance at the city level. In terms of seasonality, the four levels of models perform best in winter and worst in summer. These findings have important implications for environmental policy-making.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xingdi Chen, Peng Kong, Peng Jiang, Yanlan Wu
Summary: This study proposed a deep Bayesian PM2.5 estimation model that considers multiple scales and incorporates satellite and reanalysis data to improve model generalization ability and accuracy. The model demonstrated higher accuracy and better generalization compared to other models, with a focus on reducing overfitting and effectively estimating PM2.5 concentrations.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Zhanfei Ma, Wenli Luo, Jing Jiang, Bisheng Wang, Ziyuan Ma, Jixiang Lin, Dongxiang Liu
Summary: This paper proposes a novel spatiotemporal prediction model called ST-Informer for forecasting PM2.5 concentrations. The model captures complex dynamic spatiotemporal correlations and important contextual information through parallel computation and an independent spatiotemporal embedding layer. Experimental results show that the ST-Informer model performs well in capturing peaks and sudden changes in PM2.5 concentrations and has better prediction performance compared to current models.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yiran Lyu, Kipruto Kirwa, Michael Young, Yue Liu, Jie Liu, Shuxin Hao, Runkui Li, Dongqun Xu, Joel D. Kaufman
Summary: Exposure to ambient air pollution is a significant global health risk, and accurately assessing pollutant concentrations is crucial. This study developed a statistical model that uses monitoring data and geographic covariates to estimate PM2.5 concentrations in Beijing. The model is accurate, user-friendly, and has been implemented in a mobile application for exposure estimation.
ATMOSPHERIC ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bonggeun Song, Kyunghun Park, Taehyeung Kim, Gyeongho Seo
Summary: The study on PM2.5 in Changwon City revealed that the highest concentrations were observed in winter and during the morning rush hour, while the lowest concentrations were found in summer and afternoon. In agricultural areas, PM2.5 concentrations were notably high.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yangzhi Mo, Douglas Booker, Shizhen Zhao, Jiao Tang, Hongxing Jiang, Jin Shen, Duohong Chen, Jun Li, Kevin C. Jones, Gan Zhang
Summary: The study investigated the spatiotemporal variation of PM2.5 in Guangzhou using land use regression (LUR) models, with traffic variables being identified as the most important contributors to PM2.5. The results showed that reducing vehicle emissions would be an effective way to decrease PM2.5 levels. Guangzhou, as the third largest city in China with PM2.5 concentrations meeting the CAAQS Grade II guideline, serves as a valuable case study for examining the health and economic benefits of further reducing PM2.5 levels.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jiaqi Zhu, Fang Deng, Jiachen Zhao, Hao Zheng
Summary: This study proposed an attention-based parallel network model to predict PM2.5 concentration in the next 72 hours, achieving accurate prediction by considering both temporal and spatial dependencies of PM2.5 concentration.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Yifeng Mi, Ken Sun, Li Li, Yalin Lei, Sanmang Wu, Wei Tang, Yizhen Wang, Jingjing Yang
Summary: The PM2.5 concentrations in the Middle Yellow River Urban Agglomerations show spatial-temporal regularities with seasonal variations, spatial agglomeration characteristics, and spatiotemporal heterogeneity in driving factors. Recommendations include increasing the proportion of new energy in heating, establishing regional joint prevention and control mechanisms, and formulating differentiated PM2.5 emission reduction strategies for different urban agglomerations.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Cesar R. Mota, Thiago Bressani-Ribeiro, Juliana C. Araujo, Cintia D. Leal, Deborah Leroy-Freitas, Elayne C. Machado, Maria Fernanda Espinosa, Luyara Fernandes, Thiago L. Leao, Lucas Chamhum-Silva, Lariza Azevedo, Thiago Morandi, Gabriel Tadeu O. Freitas, Michelle S. Costa, Beatriz O. Carvalho, Marcus Tulius P. Reis, Marilia C. Melo, Sergio R. Ayrimoraes, Carlos A. L. Chernicharo
Summary: This study assesses the distribution of COVID-19 prevalence in Brazilian cities by monitoring SARS-CoV-2 RNA in sewage, identifying that the most vulnerable neighborhoods in the city were hit hardest by the pandemic. This indicates that the situation for many Brazilians is much worse than reported by official figures.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Fen Li, Jianbao Chen, Hao Chen, Zhuyao Zhuo
Summary: This study analyzes panel data from China during 2000-2019 and finds that there is a positive spatial spillover effect of PM2.5 concentration among provinces in China. The driving factors of PM2.5 are different at different stages of economic development. The findings are significant for controlling PM2.5 pollution and improving air quality.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Qingqing He, Mengya Wang, Steve Hung Lam Yim
Summary: Satellite aerosol retrievals have been widely used to monitor PM2.5 concentrations due to their broad coverage. This study investigated the relationship between PM2.5 and AOD in mainland China, using fine-spatial-resolution satellite AOD data and real-time ground measurements, revealing spatial and temporal variations in their correlation and impact factors. The findings suggest the importance of considering meteorological parameters and topography to enhance the accuracy of satellite-derived PM2.5 estimations.
ATMOSPHERIC CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yuhao Jin, Han Zhang, Hong Shi, Huilin Wang, Zhenfeng Wei, Yuxing Han, Peitong Cong
Summary: By employing a multi-scale geographically weighted regression model and a geographical detector model, this study found significant spatial heterogeneity in the interactions between driving factors of PM2.5, with uncertainty existing between natural factors and socioeconomic factors, while interactions between socioeconomic factors in subregions were consistent with those in the whole region.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Xiao Li, Amanda Staudt, Lung-Chang Chien
Article
Infectious Diseases
Lung-Chang Chien, Francisco Sy, Adriana Perez
BMC INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2019)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lung-Chang Chien, Lung-Wen Chen
STOCHASTIC ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND RISK ASSESSMENT
(2020)
Article
Orthopedics
Szu-Ping Lee, Cailin Mitchell, Kenneth Repayo, Matthew Tillitt, Collin Weber, Lung-Chang Chien, Chris Doerger
Summary: This study investigated the level of patient engagement in cosmetic designing of their prostheses and identified factors associated with patient satisfaction and perceived empowerment. The findings suggest that engaging patients in the cosmetic designing process can lead to higher satisfaction and a greater sense of empowerment.
PROSTHETICS AND ORTHOTICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
L. -c. Chien, A. Holloway, M. Gakh, C. Coughenour
Summary: The study constructed a new state gun law strength (GLS) index and found that 15 out of 134 state gun laws significantly contributed to the GLS index for firearm homicide each year. The GLS index showed a significant negative association with firearm homicide mortality, albeit diminishing over time.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Garrett Winkelmaier, Kosar Jabbari, Lung-Chang Chien, Peter Grabham, Bahram Parvin, Janice Pluth
Summary: During space travel, astronauts face the challenge of adapting to microgravity and stressful living conditions. The impact of microgravity on organ development is not well understood, and this study used mouse mammary epithelial cells to investigate its effects. The results suggest that microgravity can cause abnormal changes in mammary epithelial cells and increase the risk of cancer.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Health Policy & Services
Courtney Coughenour, Lung-Chang Chien, Maxim Gakh, Brian Labus, Ian K. McDonough, Timothy J. Grigsby, Pashtana Usufzy
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has increased concerns about food and housing insecurity in Nevada, USA. A survey of adults in 2020 and 2021 shows a decrease in food insecurity and an increase in housing insecurity during this period. Factors such as age, disability, race/ethnicity, and income were associated with food and housing insecurity in 2020, but only certain factors remained significant in 2021. The study highlights the need to support the food and housing needs of people of color and individuals with disabilities.
JOURNAL OF COMMUNITY HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Lung-Chang Chien, Maxim Gakh, Courtney Coughenour, Ro-Ting Lin
INJURY EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Toshimi Nakajima, Mao Kuragano, Makoto Yamada, Ryo Sugimoto
Summary: This study compared the contribution of submarine groundwater discharge (SGD) to river nutrient budgets at nearshore and embayment scales, and found that SGD-derived nutrients become more important at larger spatial scales.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fan Liu, Lei Zhang, Chongyang Zhang, Ziguang Chen, Jingguang Li
Summary: NO2 emissions from wall-mounted gas stoves used for household heating have become a significant source of indoor pollution in Chinese urban areas. The high indoor concentration of NO2 poses potential health risks to residents. It is urgently necessary to establish relevant regulations and implement emission reduction technologies to reduce NO2 emissions from wall-mounted gas stoves.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Letter
Environmental Sciences
Hans Peter H. Arp, Raoul Wolf, Sarah E. Hale, Sivani Baskaran, Juliane Gluege, Martin Scheringer, Xenia Trier, Ian T. Cousins, Harrie Timmer, Roberta Hofman-Caris, Anna Lennquist, Andre D. Bannink, Gerard J. Stroomberg, Rosa M. A. Sjerps, Rosa Montes, Rosario Rodil, Jose Benito Quintana, Daniel Zahn, Herve Gallard, Tobias Mohr, Ivo Schliebner, Michael Neumann
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Philomina Onyedikachi Peter, Binessi Edouard Ifon, Francois Nkinahamira, Kayode Hassan Lasisi, Jiangwei Li, Anyi Hu, Chang-Ping Yu
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between dissolved organic matter (DOM) and Rare Earth Elements (REEs) in sediments from Yundang Lagoon, China. The results show four distinct fluorescent components, with protein-like substances being the most prevalent. Additionally, the total fluorescence intensity and LREE concentrations exhibit a synchronized increase from Outer to Inner to Songbai Lake core sediments. The findings demonstrate a strong correlation between DOM content and pollution levels.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Surya Gupta, Pasquale Borrelli, Panos Panagos, Christine Alewell
Summary: The objective of this study is to incorporate soil hydraulic properties into the erodibility factor (K) of USLE-type models. By modifying and improving the existing equations for soil texture and permeability, the study successfully included information on saturated hydraulic conductivity (Ksat) into the calculation of K factor. Using the Random Forest machine learning algorithm, two independent K factor maps with different spatial resolutions were generated. The results show that the decrease in K factor values has a positive impact on the modeling of soil erosion rates.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jesmin Akter, Wendy J. M. Smith, Yawen Liu, Ilho Kim, Stuart L. Simpson, Phong Thai, Asja Korajkic, Warish Ahmed
Summary: The choice of workflow in wastewater surveillance has a significant impact on SARS-CoV-2 concentrations, while having minimal effects on HF183 and no effect on HAdV 40/41 concentrations. Certain components in the workflow can be interchangeable, but factors such as buffer type, chloroform, and homogenization speed can affect the recovery of viruses and bacteria.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yu Luo, Xueting Yang, Diwei Wang, Hongmei Xu, Hongai Zhang, Shasha Huang, Qiyuan Wang, Ningning Zhang, Junji Cao, Zhenxing Shen
Summary: Atmospheric PM2.5, which can generate reactive oxygen species (ROS), is associated with cardiorespiratory morbidity and mortality. The study found that both the mass concentration of PM2.5 and the DTT activity were higher during the heating season than during the nonheating season. Combustion sources were the primary contributors to DTT activity during the heating season, while secondary formation dominated during the nonheating season. The study also revealed that biomass burning had the highest inherent oxidation potential among all sources investigated.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Erin L. Murphy, Leah R. Gerber, Chelsea M. Rochman, Beth Polidoro
Summary: Plastic pollution has devastating consequences for marine organisms. This study uses a trait-based framework to develop a vulnerability index for marine mammals, seabirds, and sea turtles in Hawai'i. The index ranks 63 study species based on their vulnerability to macroplastic pollution, providing valuable information for species monitoring and management priorities.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kenji Maurice, Amelia Bourceret, Sami Youssef, Stephane Boivin, Liam Laurent-Webb, Coraline Damasio, Hassan Boukcim, Marc-Andre Selosse, Marc Ducousso
Summary: Growing pressure from climate change and agricultural land use is destabilizing soil microbial community interactions. Little is known about microbial community resistance and adaptation to disturbances, hindering our understanding of recovery latency and implications for ecosystem functioning. This study found that anthropic disturbance and natural disturbance have different effects on the topology and stability of soil microbial networks.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yunhao Li, Yali Feng, Haoran Li, Yisong Yao, Chenglong Xu, Jinrong Ju, Ruiyu Ma, Haoyu Wang, Shiwei Jiang
Summary: Deep-sea mining poses a serious threat to marine ecosystems and human health by disturbing sediment and transmitting metal ions through the food chain. This study developed a new regenerative adsorption material, OMN@SA, which effectively removes metal ions. The adsorption mechanism and performance of the material for metal ion fixation were investigated.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Antonio Medici, Margherita Lavorgna, Marina Isidori, Chiara Russo, Elena Orlo, Giovanni Luongo, Giovanni Di Fabio, Armando Zarrelli
Summary: Valsartan, a widely used antihypertensive drug, has been detected in high concentrations in surface waters due to its unchanged excretion and incomplete degradation in wastewater treatment plants. This study investigated the degradation of valsartan and identified 14 degradation byproducts. The acute and chronic toxicity of these byproducts were evaluated in key organisms in the freshwater trophic chain.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jiang Lin, Lianbao Chi, Qing Yuan, Busu Li, Mingbao Feng
Summary: This study investigated the photodegradation behavior and product formation of two representative pharmaceuticals in simulated estuary water. The study found that the formed transformation products of these pharmaceuticals have potential toxicity on marine organisms, including oxidative stress and damage to cellular components.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hua Fang, Dongdong Jiang, Ye He, Siyi Wu, Yuehong Li, Ziqi Zhang, Haoting Chen, Zixin Zheng, Yan Sun, Wenxiang Wang
Summary: This study revealed that exposure to lower levels of air pollutants led to decreased pregnancy rates, with PM10, NO2, SO2, and CO emerging as the four most prominent pollutants. Individuals aged 35 and above exhibited heightened susceptibility to pollutants.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ali Shaan Manzoor Ghumman, Rashid Shamsuddin, Amin Abbasi, Mohaira Ahmad, Yoshiaki Yoshida, Abdul Sami, Hamad Almohamadi
Summary: In this study, inverse vulcanized polysulfides (IVP) were synthesized by reacting molten sulfur with 4-vinyl benzyl chloride, and then functionalized using N-methyl D-glucamine (NMDG). The functionalized IVP showed a high mercury adsorption capacity and a machine learning model was developed to predict the amount of mercury removed. Furthermore, the functionalized IVP can be regenerated and reused, providing a sustainable and cost-effective adsorbent.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rita Bonfiglio, Renata Sisto, Stefano Casciardi, Valeria Palumbo, Maria Paola Scioli, Erica Giacobbi, Francesca Servadei, Gerry Melino, Alessandro Mauriello, Manuel Scimeca
Summary: This study investigated the presence of aluminum in human colon cancer samples and its potential association with biological processes involved in cancer progression. Aluminum was found in tumor areas of 24% of patients and was associated with epithelial to mesenchymal transition (EMT) and cell death. Additional analyses revealed higher tumor mutational burden and mutations in genes related to EMT and apoptosis in aluminum-positive colon cancers. Understanding the molecular mechanisms of aluminum toxicity may improve strategies for the management of colon cancer patients.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)