Implementation of regulatory standards has reduced exhaust emissions of particulate matter
from road traffic substantially in the developed world. However, nonexhaust particle …

The impacts of air pollution on public health have become a great concern worldwide.
Ambient particulate matter (PM) is a major air pollution that comprises a heterogeneous …

Copper (Cu) homeostasis is gaining increasing attention in human health as both Cu
overload and deficiency evokes pathological changes including cardiovascular diseases …

In this review, we elucidate the central role played by fossil fuel combustion in the health-
related effects that have been associated with inhalation of ambient fine particulate matter …

Air pollution is a major risk factor for human health. Chemical reactions in the epithelial
lining fluid (ELF) of the human respiratory tract result in the formation of reactive oxygen …

Background: Heart failure (HF) poses a significant global disease burden. The current
evidence on the impact of air pollution on HF remains inconsistent. Objectives: We aimed to …

Although industrial activities are significant contributors to atmospheric releases of
particulate matter (PM) and associated toxic substances that lead to adverse human health …

Abstract Fine particulate matter (PM 2.5) exposure is a major threat to public health, and is
listed as one of the leading factors associated with global premature mortality. Among the …

In urban environments, vehicle exhaust and nonexhaust emissions represent important
sources of fine particulate matter with an aerodynamic diameter less than 2.5 μm (PM2. 5) …

Metals emitted from brake linings wear have adverse effects on air quality and human health
due to their toxicity and reactivity. However, complexities of factors affecting brake like …