NASA's Aqua satellite captured multiple images of fire and smoke from Canadian wildfires on July 4, 2013. The images were stitched together to form a visual quilt.
Earth Sciences
Jul 5, 2013
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The state of New South Wales (NSW) in south eastern Australia is continuing to experience devastating bushfires due to the dry tinder-like atmosphere in the territory: high winds, dry lightning and continuing heat. Approximately ...
Environment
Nov 14, 2019
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Researchers have found a new biomarker for cyanide poisoning, which may extend its detection window in death investigations by weeks if not months.
Analytical Chemistry
Feb 1, 2012
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Even in trace quantities, the radioactive gas radon is very dangerous; it is second only to cigarette smoking as a cause of lung cancer deaths in the United States. The expense and precautions necessary to study it safely ...
Materials Science
Jul 30, 2011
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A study of biomass burning aerosols led by University of Wyoming researchers revealed that smoke from wildfires has more of a cooling effect on the atmosphere than computer models assume.
Earth Sciences
Jan 12, 2021
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Wood-burning stoves are a popular source of heating in many countries. However in recent years there has been much debate about the potential negative health effects associated with wood smoke. A Norwegian researcher has ...
Environment
Jan 17, 2012
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(Phys.org) —UA researcher Joseph Bonito is investigating the communication habits of decision-making groups, including North American Quitline staff members and youth involved in Lego robotics teams, to advance what is ...
Social Sciences
Jun 20, 2013
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Cigarette smoking is a major risk factor for emphysema, one of the leading symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Each year, this deadly condition kills more than three million people worldwide. Yet, despite ...
Biochemistry
Oct 19, 2012
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The number of deaths associated with the inhalation of wildfire smoke in the U.S. could double by the end of the century, according to new research.
Environment
Sep 10, 2018
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When wildfire smoke turns the air brown and hazy, you might think about heading indoors with the windows closed, running an air purifier or even wearing a mask. These are all good strategies to reduce exposure to the particles ...
Analytical Chemistry
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