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Scientists reveal how air pollution can cause lung cancer in people who have never smoked
Posted in Medicine, Science on 28th Sep, 2022
by Alex Muller
A long-term study funded by Cancer Research UK has revealed how air pollution can cause lung cancer in people who have never smoked.
Concern over hidden diesel pollutant
Posted in Science on 28th Sep, 2015
by Alex Muller
Atmospheric levels of a little known by-product from diesel engines are up 70 times higher than expected according to a study.
Long-term exposure to air pollution may pose risk to brain structure and cognitive functions
Posted in Medicine on 24th Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller
Long-term air pollution exposure can cause damage to brain structures and function in middle-aged and older adults.
Turning smartphones into personal, real-time pollution-location monitors
Posted in Hardware on 14th Mar, 2015
by Alex Muller
Using smartphones and sensing technology to pinpoint times and locations of the worst air pollution, which is associated with respiratory and cardiovascular problems.
Satellite Images Show Massive Reduction In US Air Pollution
Posted in Science on 28th Jun, 2014
by Alex Muller
Air pollution is still a problem, especially worldwide, but these images show things have recently improved in the US.