Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Wan-Yu Shih, Shih-Chun Candice Lung, Shu-Chuan Hu
Summary: Extreme high temperature poses significant threats to public health. Subjective heat-health symptoms are more direct motivations for heat adaptive behaviours. Age, gender, and health condition are related to the frequency of feeling moody and ill, as well as the use of umbrellas and hats. Biophysical acclimatisation and adaptation of behaviours were found among people frequently working outdoors.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Amy Phillips, Ahmed Z. Khan, Frank Canters
Summary: This study explored the valuation of urban green space characteristics in the Brussels Capital Region, finding that socio-demographic characteristics correspond with distinct patterns of use and valuation. The study also identified an inadequate supply of UGS characteristics and recommended planning considerations to address this issue.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jinglu Song, Yi Lu, Qi Zhao, Yunquan Zhang, Xuchao Yang, Qian Chen, Yuming Guo, Kejia Hu
Summary: This study investigated the effect modifications of green and blue spaces on heat-mortality associations among different age and sex groups and at different heat levels. The findings showed that there were no significant effect modifications of green and blue spaces on heat-related mortality risk in Hong Kong, challenging the existing evidence on their protective role.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Urban Studies
Mengling Qiao, Bo Huang
Summary: This study used a geographically and temporally weighted regression (GTWR) model to assess the spatiotemporal impacts of socio-demographic and mobility-related factors on the spread of COVID-19. Two different schemes were designed to enhance temporal and spatial features respectively. The results showed that both schemes were effective in predicting the spread of COVID-19 and provided insights into the temporal and spatial associations between factors and the spread of the pandemic.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Aaron Kobina Christian, Benjamin Delali Dovie, Wisdom Akpalu, Samuel Nii Ardey Codjoe
Summary: The study found that female-headed households and those with college education are relatively more likely to underestimate their vulnerability to floods, while male-headed households and those with no education are more likely to acknowledge their vulnerability. The age of male household heads influences their perception of vulnerability to floods. The perceived vulnerability and ability to estimate the outcome depend on the sex of the household head.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ines Grigorescu, Irena Mocanu, Bianca Mitrica, Monica Dumitrascu, Cristina Dumitrica, Carmen-Sofia Dragota
Summary: In this study, a multi-criteria vulnerability assessment was conducted in Romania, evaluating the socio-economic and environmental vulnerability to heat-related phenomena in urban areas using statistical data from local administrative units. The study resulted in the Social-Economic Vulnerability Index (SEVI) and Environmental Vulnerability Index (EVI), ultimately computing an integrated Heat Vulnerability Index (HVI) using a Hull score method with an average of 50 and standard deviation of 14.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Alyssa S. Thomas, Francisco J. Escobedo, Matthew R. Sloggy, Jose J. Sanchez
Summary: Larger and more severe wildfires are increasingly occurring and impacting communities. While existing literature focuses on burned ecosystems and destroyed structures, less attention is paid to the growing socioeconomic impacts faced by different communities. This study reviews the socio-demographic dimensions of wildfire literature using an environmental justice lens, highlighting the need to consider peri-urban areas, newer socio-demographic groups, and disadvantaged communities. The research reveals a lack of focus on secondary impacts and provides a wildfire-relevant definition of environmental justice to guide policy formulation.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Alejandro Roldan-Valcarce, Daniel Jato-Espino, Cristina Manchado, Peter M. Bach, Martijn Kuller
Summary: This research develops a flood vulnerability index that can be easily implemented worldwide in order to explore flood vulnerability in cities. The proposed methodology classifies relevant variables into three classes and uses Principal Component Analysis to determine their spatial variability. The approach was tested in the city of Santander, Spain, resulting in a vulnerability index map that quantifies the main causes of vulnerability to flooding. By integrating the findings with a flood hazard map, a flood risk map is produced, providing urban planners with detailed information for designing measures to mitigate the severity and effects of floods.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Victor Perez-Segura, Raquel Caro-Carretero, Antonio Rua
Summary: There are contradictory academic studies on the relationship between population wealth and the incidence of COVID-19. This study aims to examine whether wealth and disease incidence have a unidirectional and stable relationship, and to investigate if the statistical production capacity of countries is masking the real incidence of the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings of an international ecological study show that there is a dynamic relationship between wealth and COVID-19 incidence, with wealth initially acting as a risk factor and later becoming a protective element. Moreover, the statistical capacity of countries plays a role in explaining the number of reported COVID-19 cases and deaths, suggesting that inadequate statistical production capacity in low-income countries may hide the true incidence of the disease.
Article
Plant Sciences
Geir Aamodt, Helena Nordh, Emma C. A. Nordbo
Summary: Urban green space is important for providing health promoting facilities, but unequal distribution among socio-demographic and socio-economic groups can lead to environmental injustice. This study explores the relationships between characteristics of residents and their access to different types of green space in four Nordic cities. The results show variations in access and proportions of green space between and within the cities, with differences based on age, education, immigration status, and income.
URBAN FORESTRY & URBAN GREENING
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Meseret Girma, Hiwot Eshete, Rahel Asrat, Mignote Gebremichael, Dereje Getahun, Tadesse Awoke
Summary: This study conducted in Ethiopia found that factors such as the female sex of the head of the household, the mother being currently married, the birth order of the child as the second to fourth, the mother having four or more antenatal care visits, and the mode of delivery were significantly associated with under-five child mortality. Therefore, government, non-governmental organizations, and all relevant bodies should focus on the major determinants of under-five child mortality and make more efforts to reduce it.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ruwan Jayathilaka, Harindu Adikari, Rangi Liyanage, Rumesh Udalagama, Nuwan Wanigarathna
Summary: This study investigated the socio-economic and demographic characteristics associated with child mortality in Sri Lanka using data from a national survey. The results showed that place of residence province-wise, household head's education level, and source of drinking water have a negative effect on child mortality in Sri Lanka. The Western province had the highest negative effect on child mortality, while household heads owning private entities and Sri Lankan Moors had a positive effect on child mortality.
Article
Geography
C. Y. Jim, Ling Chui Hui
Summary: This study investigated the perceived benefits and preference for landscape elements of green roofs among 477 Hong Kong residents. The findings revealed high expectations for benefits related to recreation, health, air quality, and microclimate, but inadequate recognition of ecological and hydrological benefits. Respondents strongly preferred recreational hardware facilities and soft landscape features, while tree planting was the least desired. Six clusters of respondents with different preferences were identified.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Yotam Rosner, Zohara Amitay, Amotz Perlman
Summary: The study examines the application of green construction in Israel, finding that most real estate projects still use traditional building methods mainly due to additional costs, policy, and economic savings. It also suggests that consumers' attitude towards ethical behavior has a significant correlation with the willingness to purchase green housing.
ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Deng Ao, Shuai Guo, Chunfeng Yun, Xiaoying Zheng
Summary: This study evaluated the prevalence and socio-demographic risk factors of disabilities caused by perinatal asphyxia among Chinese children in 2006. The results showed that gender and family income have a significant impact on the prevalence rate of disabilities caused by perinatal asphyxia, especially in infants and young children. Efforts should be made across multiple sectors to prevent disabilities caused by perinatal asphyxia, particularly in younger children and their families.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Carina J. Gronlund, Veronica J. Berrocal
JOURNAL OF EXPOSURE SCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jacqueline E. Cardoza, Carina J. Gronlund, Justin Schott, Todd Ziegler, Brian Stone, Marie S. O'Neill
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2020)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Mary K. Wright, David M. Hondula, Paul M. Chakalian, Liza C. Kurtz, Lance Watkins, Carina J. Gronlund, Larissa Larsen, Evan Mallen, Sharon L. Harlan
BUILDING AND ENVIRONMENT
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kathryn C. Conlon, Evan Mallen, Carina J. Gronlund, Veronica J. Berrocal, Larissa Larsen, Marie S. O'Neill
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PERSPECTIVES
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Miatta A. Buxton, Wei Perng, Martha Maria Tellez-Rojo, Yanelli Rodriguez-Carmona, Alejandra Cantoral, Brisa N. Sanchez, Luis O. Rivera-Gonzalez, Carina J. Gronlund, Nitin Shivappa, James R. Hebert, Marie S. O'Neill, Karen E. Peterson
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jessica Finlay, Anam Khan, Carina Gronlund, Ketlyne Sol, Joy Jang, Robert Melendez, Suzanne Judd, Philippa Clarke
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Brian Stone, Evan Mallen, Mayuri Rajput, Carina J. Gronlund, Ashley M. Broadbent, E. Scott Krayenhoff, Godfried Augenbroe, Marie S. O'Neill, Matei Georgescu
Summary: The study found that in certain cities in the United States, emergencies that involve both heat waves and grid failures may expose a large portion of the urban population to risks of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Anam M. Khan, Jessica M. Finlay, Philippa Clarke, Ketlyne Sol, Robert Melendez, Suzanne Judd, Carina J. Gronlund
Summary: The study found that exposure to region-specific extreme cold temperatures in traditionally warmer regions was associated with lower cognitive scores among aging adults. There were significant associations with extremely cold exposure in the dry region (e.g., Arizona) and Mediterranean/oceanic region (e.g., California), but not with exposure to hot temperatures. Additionally, cognitive performance was slightly higher in late summer and fall compared to early summer.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rachel S. Bergmans, Peter Larson, Erica Bennion, Briana Mezuk, Matthew C. Wozniak, Allison L. Steiner, Carina J. Gronlund
Summary: While overall there was no significant association found between aeroallergens and suicide in Ohio, a specific relationship was observed between grass pollen and same-day suicide for women and individuals with lower education levels. Further research is needed to determine if susceptibility to specific aeroallergens may be influenced by biological mechanisms or differing exposure levels.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Peter S. Larson, Carina Gronlund, Lyke Thompson, Natalie Sampson, Ramona Washington, Jamie Steis Thorsby, Natalie Lyon, Carol Miller
Summary: Household flooding has significant social, economic, and public health impacts on people in resource-poor communities. Factors such as housing conditions and neighborhood characteristics influence the risk of recurrent home flooding, which is associated with asthma cases.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Carina J. Gronlund, Kaan Cem Ketenci, Tony G. Reames, Peter S. Larson, Justin Schott, Zachary Rowe, Quinton S. Jenkins, Mario O. Sanca, Troy Tournat, Ketlyne Sol, Don'aa Williams, Emma Gijsbers, Marie S. O'Neill
Summary: The burden of temperature on health outcomes, especially in low-income households, is significant. In a study of low-income residents in Detroit, indoor temperature fluctuations were found to affect cognitive function and sleepiness. High and low indoor temperatures may influence health, but no detrimental effects of higher temperatures were observed.
Article
Regional & Urban Planning
Larissa Larsen, Carina J. Gronlund, Kaan Cem Ketenci, Sharon L. Harlan, David M. Hondula, Brian Stone, Kevin Lanza, Evan Mallen, Mary K. Wright, Marie S. O'Neill
Summary: Indoor residential environments can pose dangerous heat exposure as temperatures rise, and understanding the influence of building characteristics and tree canopy coverage on indoor air temperatures can help prioritize intervention strategies. The study found that the importance of these factors varied across different cities.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN PLANNING ASSOCIATION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Brian Stone Jr, Carina J. Gronlund, Evan Mallen, David Hondula, Marie S. O'Neill, Mayuri Rajput, Santiago Grijalva, Kevin Lanza, Sharon Harlan, Larissa Larsen, Godfried Augenbroe, E. Scott Krayenhoff, Ashley Broadbent, Matei Georgescu
Summary: The recent concurrence of electrical grid failure events in time with extreme temperatures is compounding the population health risks of extreme weather. A study combining simulated heat exposure data during historical heat wave events in three large U.S. cities finds that the concurrence of a blackout event and heat wave conditions increases heat-related mortality rate by more than double and requires medical attention for a significant portion of the urban population. The study emphasizes the need for enhanced electrical grid resilience and the use of tree canopy and high albedo roofing materials to mitigate heat exposures during compound climate and infrastructure failure events.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Miatta A. Buxton, Safa Heydarzadeh, Carina J. Gronlund, Marisol Castillo-Castrejon, Myrna Souraye Godines-Enriquez, Marie S. O'Neill, Felipe Vadillo-Ortega
Summary: This study evaluated the associations between exposure to toxic air pollutants and blood pressure in pregnancy and found that air pollution, especially nitrogen dioxide and particulate matter, were associated with changes in blood pressure. Therefore, minimizing prenatal exposure to air pollution may help to reduce the risk of blood pressure changes during pregnancy.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Kevin Lanza, Brian Stone, Paul M. Chakalian, Carina J. Gronlund, David M. Hondula, Larissa Larsen, Evan Mallen, Regine Haardorfer
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY & HEALTH
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Muqiu Hu, Xin Zhao, Jinghan Gu, Lulu Qian, Zhiqing Wang, Yuanyuan Nie, Xiaoyu Han, Long An, Haiqiang Jiang
Summary: Due to its simple process, environmental friendliness, and low operating costs, biometallurgy has become a popular technology for metals recovering from low-grade ores and tailings. An optimized agar was used to isolate and grow functional bacteria, resulting in the successful isolation of six functional stains. These strains were further tested for their ability to leach metals from polymetallic sulfide tailings, with significant improvements observed when the strains were mixed together. The selection of leaching process should be based on tailings composition and target metals.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Saqib Hassan, Aswin Thacharodi, Anshu Priya, R. Meenatchi, Thanushree A. Hegde, R. Thangamani, Ht Nguyen, Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
Summary: An Endocrine Disrupting Chemical (EDC) is a compound that disrupts the function of the endocrine system and is found in the environment. EDCs, such as Bisphenol A and pesticides, have been shown to have negative effects on the female reproductive system. Understanding the relationship between EDCs and women's health is crucial for developing strategies to protect reproductive health and informing public policy decisions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lichang Zhou, Zhaoling Li, Boyi Cheng, Jinqi Jiang, Xinqi Bi, Zongping Wang, Guanghao Chen, Gang Guo
Summary: Thiosulfate can promote sulfur-mediated bacterial activity, inhibit glycogen accumulating organisms, and enhance denitrification efficiency. After the carbon source is reduced, the competitive ability of glycogen accumulating organisms increases, resulting in reduced sulfate reduction.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Claire E. Campbell, Devyn L. Cotter, Katherine L. Bottenhorn, Elisabeth Burnor, Hedyeh Ahmadi, W. James Gauderman, Carlos Cardenas-Iniguez, Daniel Hackman, Rob McConnell, Kiros Berhane, Joel Schwartz, Jiu-Chiuan Chen, Megan M. Herting
Summary: Recent studies have found a connection between air pollution and increased risk for behavioral problems during development. However, more longitudinal studies are needed to investigate how exposure during the transition to adolescence may affect emotional behaviors.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jing-hong Liang, Ru-yu Yang, Mei-ling Liu, Ying-qi Pu, Wen-wen Bao, Yu Zhao, Li-xin Hu, Yu-shan Zhang, Shan Huang, Nan Jiang, Xue-ya Pu, Shao-yi Huang, Guang-hui Dong, Ya-jun Chen
Summary: This study examines the association between urban Green and blue spaces (GBS) exposure and Emotion and behavior problems (EBP) in youth populations. The findings suggest that higher exposure to GBS, particularly green spaces (GS) and blue spaces (BS), is associated with a decrease in the risk of developing total difficulties in young individuals. The joint effect of GS and BS may also contribute to the decrease in EBPs.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Diego Ruiz-Sobremazas, Mario Ruiz Coca, Miguel Morales-Navas, Rocio Rodulfo-Cardenas, Caridad Lopez-Granero, Maria Teresa Colomina, Cristian Perez-Fernandez, Fernando Sanchez-Santed
Summary: Air pollution is associated with a range of health issues and gestational exposure to environmental pollutants may be linked to neurodevelopmental disorders. This study investigated the effects of oral gestational exposure to particulate matter (PM) on ultrasonic vocalizations (USV). The findings suggest that this exposure may lead to social deficits and abnormal gene expression related to neurotransmitter systems. Further research is needed to better understand the effects of air pollution on neurodevelopmental disorders and the neurotransmission systems involved.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yagmur Kabakci, Sadiye Kosar, Ozgur Dogan, Fehmi Gorkem Uctug, Osman Atilla Arikan
Summary: This study investigated the effect of electrohydrolysis pretreatment on municipal solid waste. The results showed that applying electrohydrolysis pretreatment increased methane production and reduced the time required for hydrolysis, suggesting it is a promising method to improve anaerobic digestion efficiency.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chuanwu Zhao, Yaozhong Pan, Hanyi Wu, Yu Zhu
Summary: This study analyzed the impact of industrial zones on urban heat islands using remote sensing images and a novel spectral index. The research found that the contraction or expansion of industrial zones has a significant effect on land surface temperature. The results are valuable for environmental assessment and fine management of industrial cities.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bang Du, Zhongzhong Wang, Piet N. L. Lens, Xinmin Zhan, Guangxue Wu
Summary: This study investigated the performance, syntrophic relationships, microbial communities, and metabolic pathways of ethanol-fed reactors with different operational modes and solids retention times. The results showed that different microorganisms were enriched under different SRT conditions, and syntrophic bacteria related to methane production could be enriched under low SRT conditions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gokulan Ravindiran, Sivarethinamohan Rajamanickam, Muralikrishnan Ramalingam, Gasim Hayder, Balamurugan Karupaiya Sathaiah, Madhava Krishna Reddy Gaddam, Senthil Kumar Muniasamy, Priya Arunkumar
Summary: The present study investigated the sustainable approach for wastewater treatment using waste algal blooms. The biochar produced by the marine algae Ulva reticulata was used to remove chromium, nickel, and zinc from aqueous solutions. The study examined the adsorbents' properties and stability using SEM/EDX, FTIR, and XRD. The results showed that the biochar had high removal efficiency for the toxic metals, and the packed bed column effectively removed the heavy metal ions. The Thomas and Adams-Bohart models were found to best fit the regression values, and desorption studies were conducted to understand the sorption and elution processes.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Vignesh Vinayagam, Kavitha Nagarasampatti Palani, Sudha Ganesh, Siddharth Rajesh, Vedha Varshini Akula, Ramapriyan Avoodaiappan, Omkar Singh Kushwaha, Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
Summary: The presence of pollutants in water contributes to global pollution and poses significant threats to humans and wildlife. Finding effective wastewater treatment techniques is crucial for reducing pollutant accumulation in the environment. This paper highlights recent advances in the electrochemical advanced oxidation method and other processes for treating pharmaceuticals, dyes, and pesticide-polluted effluents.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
M. M. M. Ahmed, Kai-Yue Chen, Fang-Yu Tsao, Yi-Cheng Hsieh, Yu-Ting Liu, Min Tzou
Summary: This study investigated the sorption of citric acid onto humic acid-iron hydr(o)xide coprecipitate (HAFHCP) and the reciprocal effects of citric acid and P sorption on HAFHCP. The results showed that citric acid could increase P availability and have an impact on P sorption.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xibo Xu, Zeqiang Wang, Xiaoning Song, Wenjie Zhan, Shuting Yang
Summary: The selection of predictor variables is crucial in building a digital mapping model for potentially toxic elements (PTEs) in soil. Traditionally, spatial and spectral parameters have been used as predictor variables, but the temporal dimension is often overlooked. This study demonstrates the value of incorporating temporal indices in the model, leading to significant performance improvements. The temporal-spatial-spectral covariate combinations used in a random forest (RF) algorithm achieve satisfactory mapping accuracy and outperform other methods.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yan Pei, Xun Liu, Mengbo Cao, Zijun Wang, Hongbing Yang
Summary: Heteroatom doping can reconfigure the electronic structure of heterogeneous catalysts, leading to the development of advanced oxidation water purification materials with superior performance and stability. In this study, a series of catalysts with different elemental doping were prepared using a simple and environmentally friendly method. The S-doped NiCo2O4 catalyst showed excellent catalytic performance for the removal of Tetracycline, with significantly increased kinetic constant and high oxidation and mineralization efficiency in a wide pH range. The degradation process was dominated by non-radical oxidation pathway after S doping, and the overall process moved towards low toxicity.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Srivalli Thimmarayan, Harshavardhan Mohan, Gaddapara Manasa, Karthi Natesan, Shanmugam Mahendran, Pavithra Muthukumar Sathya, Byung-Taek Oh, R. Ravi Kumar, Rangasamy Sigamani Gandhimathi, Arul Jayaprakash, Kamala-Kannan Seralathan
Summary: This study investigated the bacterial degradation of naphthalene (NPT) isolated from crude oil-contaminated soil. Bacillus sp. GN 3.4, a potential bacteria for NPT biodegradation, was isolated and the optimal conditions for NPT degradation were determined. The study suggests that Bacillus sp. GN 3.4 could potentially aid in bioremediation by eliminating NPT from the soil.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)