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View article: Environmental changes on grass flowering phenological trends (2000–2021)
Environmental changes on grass flowering phenological trends (2000–2021) Open
Societal Impact Statement Climate change is impacting the flowering of grasses, which in turn impacts the health of people due to allergic reactions triggered by grass pollen. The timing of flowering was studied for 15 grass species across…
View article: Investigating the relationship between atmospheric concentrations of fungal spores and local meteorological variables in Kastamonu, Türkiye
Investigating the relationship between atmospheric concentrations of fungal spores and local meteorological variables in Kastamonu, Türkiye Open
Certain fungal spores in the atmosphere are one of the main factors that cause asthma attacks and allergic rhinitis symptoms in susceptible individuals. Elevated concentrations of fungal spores cause a significant reduction in the quality …
View article: Intercomparison studies and potential of pre-load algorithms for training and validating automated sampling systems in aerobiology
Intercomparison studies and potential of pre-load algorithms for training and validating automated sampling systems in aerobiology Open
Background: Monitoring airborne pollen measurements depends on accurate and reproducible pollen recognition and analysis. The traditional volumetric Hirst method for pollen monitoring is based on European standards. This method demands ski…
View article: <scp>EAACI</scp> Guidelines on Environmental Science for Allergy and Asthma—Recommendations on the Impact of Indoor Air Pollutants on the Risk of New‐Onset Asthma and on Asthma‐Related Outcomes
<span>EAACI</span> Guidelines on Environmental Science for Allergy and Asthma—Recommendations on the Impact of Indoor Air Pollutants on the Risk of New‐Onset Asthma and on Asthma‐Related Outcomes Open
The EAACI Guidelines used the GRADE approach to evaluate the impact of major indoor air pollutants (dampness and mould, cleaning agents, volatile organic compounds and pesticides) on the risk of new‐onset asthma and on asthma‐related outco…
View article: Exploring Pistacia vera pollination: Phenological and aerobiological insights into the main commercial varieties
Exploring Pistacia vera pollination: Phenological and aerobiological insights into the main commercial varieties Open
The pistachio tree (Pistacia vera L.) is a dioecious anemophilous crop with a high economic importance. Nevertheless, it is scarce knowledge about floral phenology and pollen aerobiology of their varieties. Pistachio crop surface is sharpl…
View article: Correction: Pru p 9, a new allergen eliciting respiratory symptoms in subjects sensitized to peach tree pollen
Correction: Pru p 9, a new allergen eliciting respiratory symptoms in subjects sensitized to peach tree pollen Open
[This corrects the article DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0230010.].
View article: Rewilding through inappropriate species introduction: The case of European bison in Spain
Rewilding through inappropriate species introduction: The case of European bison in Spain Open
Most European rewilding initiatives are based on the recovery of large herbivores, particularly European bison Bison bonasus , aiming at restoring ecosystem processes and increase trophic complexity. The growing support for the release of …
View article: The impact of exposure to tobacco smoke and e‐cigarettes on asthma‐related outcomes: Systematic review informing the EAACI guidelines on environmental science for allergic diseases and asthma
The impact of exposure to tobacco smoke and e‐cigarettes on asthma‐related outcomes: Systematic review informing the EAACI guidelines on environmental science for allergic diseases and asthma Open
To inform the clinical practice guidelines' recommendations developed by the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology systematic reviews (SR) assessed using GRADE on the impact of environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) and active smo…
View article: Contribution of urban trees to carbon sequestration and reduction of air pollutants in Lima, Peru
Contribution of urban trees to carbon sequestration and reduction of air pollutants in Lima, Peru Open
Urban green areas, such as parks, squares, and tree-lined streets, are part of nature-based solutions (NBS) that provide ecosystem services to address these urban issues. However, there is limited knowledge about the contribution of tree s…
View article: EAACI guidelines on environmental science for allergy and asthma: The impact of short‐term exposure to outdoor air pollutants on asthma‐related outcomes and recommendations for mitigation measures
EAACI guidelines on environmental science for allergy and asthma: The impact of short‐term exposure to outdoor air pollutants on asthma‐related outcomes and recommendations for mitigation measures Open
The EAACI Guidelines on the impact of short‐term exposure to outdoor pollutants on asthma‐related outcomes provide recommendations for prevention, patient care and mitigation in a framework supporting rational decisions for healthcare prof…
View article: Impacts of climate change on airborne Quercus pollen trends in Andalusia region (southern Spain)
Impacts of climate change on airborne Quercus pollen trends in Andalusia region (southern Spain) Open
Quercus species are the most frequent autochthonous arboreal taxa in the natural areas of Andalusia region (southern Spain). Due to their abundance and anemophilous character, high airborne pollen concentrations are detected in natural and…
View article: The impact of indoor pollution on asthma‐related outcomes: A systematic review for the EAACI guidelines on environmental science for allergic diseases and asthma
The impact of indoor pollution on asthma‐related outcomes: A systematic review for the EAACI guidelines on environmental science for allergic diseases and asthma Open
Systematic review using GRADE of the impact of exposure to volatile organic compounds (VOCs), cleaning agents, mould/damp, pesticides on the risk of (i) new‐onset asthma (incidence) and (ii) adverse asthma‐related outcomes (impact). MEDLIN…
View article: The impact of outdoor pollution and extreme temperatures on asthma‐related outcomes: A systematic review for the EAACI guidelines on environmental science for allergic diseases and asthma
The impact of outdoor pollution and extreme temperatures on asthma‐related outcomes: A systematic review for the EAACI guidelines on environmental science for allergic diseases and asthma Open
Air pollution is one of the biggest environmental threats for asthma. Its impact is augmented by climate change. To inform the recommendations of the EAACI Guidelines on the environmental science for allergic diseases and asthma, a systema…
View article: Strategies to Reduce the Use of Antibiotics in Fresh and Chilled Equine Semen
Strategies to Reduce the Use of Antibiotics in Fresh and Chilled Equine Semen Open
The study assessed the impact of four equine semen processing techniques on sperm quality and microbial load immediately post-processing and after 48 h of refrigeration. The aim was to explore the potential reduction of prophylactic antibi…
View article: Pollen production in olive cultivars and its interannual variability
Pollen production in olive cultivars and its interannual variability Open
Background and Aims Olive (Olea europaea subsp. europaea var. europaea) is the most extensively cultivated fruit crop worldwide. It is considered a wind-pollinated and strictly outcrossing crop. Thus, elevated pollen production is crucial …
View article: Comparison of airborne Cupressaceae,<i>Quercus</i>and Poaceae pollen between Tulsa (Oklahoma) and Córdoba (Spain)
Comparison of airborne Cupressaceae,<i>Quercus</i>and Poaceae pollen between Tulsa (Oklahoma) and Córdoba (Spain) Open
This study focuses on the pollen season timing and intensity, and the influence of weather conditions, on airborne Cupressaceae, Quercus, and Poaceae pollen in two different biogeographical areas, Córdoba (Spain) and Tulsa, Oklahoma (USA),…
View article: Is exposure to pollen a risk factor for moderate and severe asthma exacerbations?
Is exposure to pollen a risk factor for moderate and severe asthma exacerbations? Open
Limited number of studies have focused on the impact of pollen exposure on asthma. As a part of the EAACI Guidelines on Environment Science, this first systematic review on the relationship of pollen exposure to asthma exacerbations aimed …
View article: Chemoenzymatic synthesis of an unnatural Manb1,4GlcNAc library using a glycoside phosphorylase with "reverse thiophosphorylase" activity
Chemoenzymatic synthesis of an unnatural Manb1,4GlcNAc library using a glycoside phosphorylase with "reverse thiophosphorylase" activity Open
b-Mannosides are ubiquitous in nature, with diverse roles in many biological processes. Notably, Manb1,4GlcNAc a constituent of the core N-glycan in eukaryotes, was recently identified as a STING immune pathway activator, highlighting its …
View article: Acute Stress Regulates Sex-Related Molecular Responses in the Human Jejunal Mucosa: Implications for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Acute Stress Regulates Sex-Related Molecular Responses in the Human Jejunal Mucosa: Implications for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Open
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a prevalent gastrointestinal disorder linked to intestinal barrier dysfunction and life stress. We have previously reported that female sex per se determines an increased susceptibility to intestinal barri…
View article: Technology use characteristics among older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-cultural survey - DATASET
Technology use characteristics among older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-cultural survey - DATASET Open
Data to support the findings included in the Journal paper Elimelech, O. C., Ferrante, S., Josman, N., Meyer, S., Lunardini, F., Gómez-Raja, J., ... & Rosenblum, S. (2022). Technology use characteristics among older adults during the COVID…
View article: Technology use characteristics among older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-cultural survey - DATASET
Technology use characteristics among older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-cultural survey - DATASET Open
Data to support the findings included in the Journal paper Elimelech, O. C., Ferrante, S., Josman, N., Meyer, S., Lunardini, F., Gómez-Raja, J., ... & Rosenblum, S. (2022). Technology use characteristics among older adults during the COVID…
View article: Factors Driving Autumn Quercus Flowering in a Thermo-Mediterranean Area
Factors Driving Autumn Quercus Flowering in a Thermo-Mediterranean Area Open
The flowering period of plants is a critical time since it determines their reproductive success. Flowering is controlled by different factors including genetic regulation and environmental conditions. In the Mediterranean area, favourable…
View article: Towards standardisation of automatic pollen and fungal spore monitoring: best practises and guidelines
Towards standardisation of automatic pollen and fungal spore monitoring: best practises and guidelines Open
Standards for manual pollen and fungal spore monitoring have been established based on several decades of experience, tests, and research. New technological and methodological advancements have led to the development of a range of differen…