Background: Exposure to environmental metals has been consistently associated with
attention and behavioral deficits in children, and these associations may be modified by …

Abstract Background Metals, including lead (Pb), manganese (Mn), chromium (Cr) and
copper (Cu), have been associated with neurodevelopment; iron (Fe) plays a role in the …

Persistent pollutants, namely brominated flame retardants (BFRs) and heavy metals, are
compounds that are added to a wide range of products and materials for preventing ignition …

Abstract Hexavalent chromium (Cr (VI)), one of the most detrimental pollutants, has been
ubiquitously present in the environment and causes serious toxicity to humans, such as …

Background: Maternal stress during pregnancy can affect fetal development during certain
sensitive periods. Objective: To longitudinally assess maternal hair cortisol levels during …

Abstract Objective: Fused filament fabrication “3-dimensional (3-D)” printing has expanded
beyond the workplace to 3-D printers and pens for use by children as toys to create objects …

Background Exposures to heavy metals has been linked to many developmental disorders.
However, few studies have investigated the effects of exposure and co-exposure to metals …

We explored the association between residence in an area polluted with metals and
neurobehavioral performance in children aged 9 to 11. A cross-sectional study was …

Background Biomarker concentrations of metals are associated with neurodevelopment,
and these associations may be modified by nutritional status (eg, iron deficiency). No prior …

Children who live near coal-fired power plants are exposed to coal fly ash, which is stored in
landfills and surface impoundments near residential communities. Fly ash has the potential …