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Climate change and air pollution linked to prolonged pregnancy
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Climate change and air pollution linked to prolonged pregnancy

Summary: New research from Curtin University suggests that exposure to air pollution and extreme temperatures during pregnancy may increase the risk of prolonged pregnancy. The…
SourceSourceFebruary 11, 2025 Full article
Muser Press – New Research Articles Week 6, 2025
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Muser Press – New Research Articles Week 6, 2025Science

Muser Press – New Research Articles Week 6, 2025

Discover the latest articles from leading science journals in the Muser Press weekly roundup, showcasing impactful research published this week. For Indian farmland within 62…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskFebruary 10, 2025 Full article
Climate Science Digest: February 05, 2025
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Climate Science Digest: February 05, 2025Science

Climate Science Digest: February 05, 2025

Explore the latest insights from top science journals in the Muser Press daily roundup, featuring impactful research on climate change challenges. In brief: Impact of…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskFebruary 6, 2025 Full article
Image of the day: Saharan dust over the Mediterranean
Satellite image: Mediterranean Sea
Image of the day: Saharan dust over the MediterraneanNews

Image of the day: Saharan dust over the Mediterranean

On 2 February 2025, strong winds carried a vast cloud of Saharan dust across the Mediterranean, reaching southern Italy. The phenomenon, driven by a cyclone…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskFebruary 4, 2025 Full article
The overlooked role of new urban air particles in climate change
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The overlooked role of new urban air particles in climate changeScience

The overlooked role of new urban air particles in climate change

Summary We have underrated the climate effects of new particles in urban areasEnhanced particle formation aloft in urban areasThe climate effects of new particles Summary:…
SourceSourceFebruary 4, 2025 Full article
Image of the day: Haze blankets the Indo-Gangetic Plain
Satellite Image: Indo-Gangetic Plain
Image of the day: Haze blankets the Indo-Gangetic PlainNews

Image of the day: Haze blankets the Indo-Gangetic Plain

Summary: A region vulnerable to pollutionHealth risks and air quality monitoring Summary: A dense haze settled over parts of the Indo-Gangetic Plain in late January,…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskJanuary 30, 2025 Full article
Bangkok air pollution forces 352 schools to close
Skyscrapers are seen amidst high air pollution levels in Bangkok
Bangkok air pollution forces 352 schools to closeNews

Bangkok air pollution forces 352 schools to close

Bangkok, Thailand | AFP Air pollution in the Thai capital forced the closure of more than 350 schools on Friday, city authorities said, the highest…
SourceSourceJanuary 24, 2025 Full article
Climate Science Digest: January 22, 2025
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Climate Science Digest: January 22, 2025Science

Climate Science Digest: January 22, 2025

Explore the latest insights from top science journals in the Muser Press daily roundup, featuring impactful research on climate change challenges. Ozone exposure linked to…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskJanuary 23, 2025 Full article
Climate Science Digest: January 10, 2025
Small iceberg floating in ocean water under a bright sky with the Sun visible above - climate change effects (science)
Climate Science Digest: January 10, 2025Science

Climate Science Digest: January 10, 2025

In Brief: Limited access to air conditioning could increase emergency visits for respiratory issues during wildfire events, a new study finds.Introducing a climate fee on…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskJanuary 11, 2025 Full article
Image of the day: Wildfires engulf Los Angeles
Satellite image of wildfire of Los Angeles, California
Image of the day: Wildfires engulf Los AngelesNews

Image of the day: Wildfires engulf Los Angeles

A ferocious wildfire broke out in the Hollywood Hills of Los Angeles, California, on January 7, 2025, threatening famous landmarks and densely populated neighborhoods. The…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskJanuary 10, 2025 Full article
Vietnam’s capital blanketed by toxic smog
Aerial pgoto of Hanoi, Vietnam
Vietnam’s capital blanketed by toxic smogNews

Vietnam’s capital blanketed by toxic smog

Hanoi, Vietnam | AFP - Thick smog blanketed Hanoi on Friday, obscuring buildings and leaving nine million residents choking on toxic air as the Vietnamese…
SourceSourceJanuary 3, 2025 Full article
Air pollution’s persistent toll on health and nature across Europe
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Air pollution’s persistent toll on health and nature across EuropeNews

Air pollution’s persistent toll on health and nature across Europe

Air pollution continues to pose significant risks to human health and ecosystems in Europe, despite some progress in mitigating its impact. According to the European…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskDecember 10, 2024 Full article
Air pollution from fires linked to 1.5 million deaths a year
Air pollution from fires linked to 1.5 million deaths a yearNews

Air pollution from fires linked to 1.5 million deaths a year

Paris, France | AFP - Air pollution caused by fires is linked to more than 1.5 million deaths a year worldwide, the vast majority occurring…
SourceSourceNovember 28, 2024 Full article
Climate Science Digest: November 25, 2024
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Climate Science Digest: November 25, 2024Science

Climate Science Digest: November 25, 2024

Wildfire smoke exposure linked to increased dementia risk A large-scale study involving more than 1.2 million members of Kaiser Permanente Southern California revealed a concerning…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskNovember 26, 2024 Full article
Climate Science Digest: November 20, 2024
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Climate Science Digest: November 20, 2024Science

Climate Science Digest: November 20, 2024

The factors behind the shifting trends of ischemic heart disease and stroke Incidence of stroke and ischemic heart disease are declining around the world, except…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskNovember 21, 2024 Full article
Climate change exposure associated with increased emergency imaging
Climate change exposure associated with increased emergency imagingScience

Climate change exposure associated with increased emergency imaging

Using data collected over a 10-year period from four emergency departments, researchers at the University of Toronto found that short-term exposure to ambient heat and…
SourceSourceNovember 19, 2024 Full article
Image of the day: Punjab, Pakistan faces record-high air pollution
Image of the day: Punjab, Pakistan faces record-high air pollutionNews

Image of the day: Punjab, Pakistan faces record-high air pollution

Severe air pollution is a common issue in South Asia in the autumn and winter, occurring when cold air traps dust, emissions, and smoke from…
SourceSourceNovember 16, 2024 Full article
Climate Science Digest: November 15, 2024
Small iceberg floating in ocean water under a bright sky with the Sun visible above - climate change effects (science)
Climate Science Digest: November 15, 2024Climate

Climate Science Digest: November 15, 2024

Air pollution and eye health: CU Anschutz study highlights emerging risks A new study from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus reveals a striking…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskNovember 15, 2024 Full article
Climate Science Digest: November 13, 2024
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Climate Science Digest: November 13, 2024Science

Climate Science Digest: November 13, 2024

Air pollution exposure may be associated with eczema Data from hundreds of thousands of U.S. adults suggests that each zip code increase of 10 µm/m3…
Muser NewsDeskMuser NewsDeskNovember 13, 2024 Full article
Pollution tied to children’s cognitive challenges as risks extend beyond the lungs
Pollution tied to children’s cognitive challenges as risks extend beyond the lungsScience

Pollution tied to children’s cognitive challenges as risks extend beyond the lungs

Growing up in areas with high levels of air pollution may affect more than children’s physical health - it could be impacting their ability to…
Adrian AlexandreAdrian AlexandreNovember 3, 2024 Full article
Future of air pollution control devices threatens lives and billions in cost
Future of air pollution control devices threatens lives and billions in costClimate

Future of air pollution control devices threatens lives and billions in cost

A recent commentary published in the American Journal of Public Health emphasizes the critical role of air pollution control devices (APCDs) in safeguarding public health.…
Adrian AlexandreAdrian AlexandreOctober 26, 2024 Full article
$1.8 million grant to study climate change’s impact on people with kidney disease
$1.8 million grant to study climate change’s impact on people with kidney diseaseNews

$1.8 million grant to study climate change’s impact on people with kidney disease

University of Maryland | MP - Climate change is driving more extreme heat and more air pollution from wildfires, each of which put human health…
SourceSourceOctober 25, 2024 Full article
Increasing effects of global warming on fire dynamics and public health
Increasing effects of global warming on fire dynamics and public healthScience

Increasing effects of global warming on fire dynamics and public health

Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research - Climate change is increasingly influencing fire behavior worldwide and intensifying fire smoke, endangering public health from air pollution…
SourceSourceOctober 22, 2024 Full article
Muser Press – New Research Articles Week 41, 2024
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Muser Press – New Research Articles Week 41, 2024NewsScience

Muser Press – New Research Articles Week 41, 2024

Strong contribution from sensible heat to global precipitation increase in climate models is not supported by observational based data It has previously been shown that…
SourceSourceOctober 13, 2024 Full article