Fighting deadly air pollution in cities with sensors and satellites
Urban smog is a major threat to human health. New sensors and data-collection techniques will help to improve air quality.
Urban smog is a major threat to human health. New sensors and data-collection techniques will help to improve air quality.
Planetary Sciences
Nov 2, 2022
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The global pandemic has exposed some structural flaws in the funding models for air navigation service providers (ANSP), a critical component in the safety of the civil aviation industry, according to a new international ...
Economics & Business
Jun 28, 2022
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The Geostationary Lightning Mapper (GLM) instrument, onboard NOAA's GOES-18 satellite, is now providing striking lightning observations of the Western Hemisphere. GOES-18 launched on March 1, 2022.
Environment
Jun 3, 2022
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More than 600 fishing vessels sail the icy waters of the Arctic. But just over two dozen big tankers are the worst offenders when it comes to air pollution in this vulnerable region.
Environment
May 6, 2022
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Babies and children sitting in bicycle trailers breathe in more polluted air than the adults riding the bikes that pull them—but trailer covers can help halve air pollution levels, according to research from the University ...
Environment
Feb 10, 2022
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In the spring of 2020, COVID-19-related restrictions in the United States led to reductions in nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions because of the sudden drop in road traffic. But even after restrictions were lifted and the flow ...
Environment
Oct 13, 2021
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The link between on-road traffic and air pollution is well-known, as are the negative health impacts of pollution exposure. However, the many factors that may influence commuters' exposure to pollutants—such as frequency, ...
Environment
Jul 19, 2021
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Greenery around primary schools may improve students' academic performance, while traffic pollution may be detrimental, our study shows.
Education
Jun 15, 2021
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A towering wall of sand rushed over factories and apartment blocks in northwestern China's Gansu province as seasonal sandstorms barrelled across the country, causing air pollution and traffic accidents.
Environment
Apr 27, 2021
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Commercial flight trials that use satellite-enabled communications to reduce the environmental impact of flying are scheduled to commence once normal traffic levels resume.
Space Exploration
Jun 19, 2020
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