Roadside green infrastructure (GI) has attracted worldwide attention for its potentials to
alleviate local air pollution. However, previous studies have not clearly characterized the …

For achieving the desired vehicle speed, the IC engine is very important, while for further
vehicle speed maintaining and adaptation to road conditions, the braking system is …

The high awareness of intensification and frequency of smog phenomenon all over the
world in XXI age makes for detailed analyses of the reasons of its formation and prevention …

Background Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of mortality in the advanced world,
and age is an important determinant of cardiac function. The purpose of the study is to …

Background Nature exposures may be associated with reduced risk of heart disease. The
present study examines the relationship between objective measures of neighborhood …

Traffic-related air pollution is a complex mixture of particulate matter (PM) and gaseous
pollutants, such as nitrogen dioxide (NO2). PM exposure contributes to the pathogenesis of …

Air pollution and particulate matter (PM) are significant factors for adverse health effects
most prominently cardiovascular disease (CVD). PM is produced from various sources …

Air pollution containing particulate matter (PM) and volatile organic compounds has caused
magnificent burdens on individual health and global economy. Although advances in highly …

Background Over recent decades, adverse effects of ambient air pollution on the
cardiovascular system have been clearly demonstrated. However, the underlying …

The aim of this study was to investigate whether ambient nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and carbon
monoxide (CO) increase the risk for age-related macular degeneration (AMD). This is a …