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View article: Development and application of a wipe sampling method for detection of antibiotic surface contamination in hospital wards
Development and application of a wipe sampling method for detection of antibiotic surface contamination in hospital wards Open
Background Antibiotics are handled in large amounts at hospitals at many different wards due to the wide range of bacterial infections that are treated. Unnecessary use and occupational exposure to antibiotics should be avoided due to the …
View article: Differential Cytotoxicity and Inflammatory Responses to Particulate Matter Components in Airway Structural Cells
Differential Cytotoxicity and Inflammatory Responses to Particulate Matter Components in Airway Structural Cells Open
Particulate matter (PM) is a major component of ambient air pollution. PM exposure is linked to numerous adverse health effects, including chronic lung diseases. Air quality guidelines designed to regulate levels of ambient PM are currentl…
View article: Serum levels of biomarkers related to severity staging of Raynaud’s phenomenon, neurosensory manifestations, and vibration exposure in patients with hand-arm vibration injury
Serum levels of biomarkers related to severity staging of Raynaud’s phenomenon, neurosensory manifestations, and vibration exposure in patients with hand-arm vibration injury Open
Our aim was to explore possible relationships between serum levels of biomarkers in patients with hand-arm vibration injury in relation to the severity of the vascular, i.e., Raynaud’s phenomenon (RP), and neurosensory manifestations, the …
View article: Characterization of airborne dust emissions from three types of crushed multi-walled carbon nanotube-enhanced concretes
Characterization of airborne dust emissions from three types of crushed multi-walled carbon nanotube-enhanced concretes Open
Dispersing Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWCNTs) into concrete at low (<1 wt% in cement) concentrations may improve concrete performance and properties and provide enhanced functionalities. When MWCNT-enhanced concrete is fragmented durin…
View article: Serum biomarkers in patients with hand-arm vibration injury and in controls
Serum biomarkers in patients with hand-arm vibration injury and in controls Open
Hand-arm vibration injury is a well-known occupational disorder that affects many workers globally. The diagnosis is based mainly on quantitative psychophysical tests and medical history. Typical manifestations of hand-arm vibration injury…
View article: The effect of electrode composition on bimetallic AgAu nanoparticles produced by spark ablation
The effect of electrode composition on bimetallic AgAu nanoparticles produced by spark ablation Open
A flexible way to generate bimetallic nanoparticles with high control of their composition is to use spark ablation of alloyed electrodes. It has been generally accepted and stated that particles produced using spark ablation of alloyed el…
View article: AB1680 BIOMARKERS IN PATIENTS WITH VIBRATION INDUCED RAYNAUD’S PHENOMENON AND IN REFERENTS
AB1680 BIOMARKERS IN PATIENTS WITH VIBRATION INDUCED RAYNAUD’S PHENOMENON AND IN REFERENTS Open
Background Secondary Raynaud's phenomenon (RP) due to occupational exposure to hand-held vibrating tools is a well-recognized part of the Hand arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) [1]. Different pathophysiological mechanisms for HAVS-induced RP h…
View article: Sensitive methods for assessment of lung health in welders and controls
Sensitive methods for assessment of lung health in welders and controls Open
This study indicated the potential to use new and more sensitive methods for identification of changes in lungs when standard spirometry failed to do so.
View article: Biomarkers in Patients with Hand-Arm Vibration Injury Entailing Raynaud’s Phenomenon and Cold Sensitivity, Compared to Referents
Biomarkers in Patients with Hand-Arm Vibration Injury Entailing Raynaud’s Phenomenon and Cold Sensitivity, Compared to Referents Open
The clinical evaluation of patients with neurosensory injury is based on quantitative sensory testing. Such tests require the patient’s cooperation, which may sometimes hinder a correct diagnosis. Objective findings, e.g., with bioma…
View article: Uncovering the cytotoxic effects of air pollution with multi-modal imaging of <i>in vitro</i> respiratory models
Uncovering the cytotoxic effects of air pollution with multi-modal imaging of <i>in vitro</i> respiratory models Open
Annually, an estimated seven million deaths are linked to exposure to airborne pollutants. Despite extensive epidemiological evidence supporting clear associations between poor air quality and a range of short- and long-term health effects…
View article: Effects of hypoxia on bronchial and alveolar epithelial cells linked to pathogenesis in chronic lung disorders
Effects of hypoxia on bronchial and alveolar epithelial cells linked to pathogenesis in chronic lung disorders Open
Introduction: Chronic lung disorders involve pathological alterations in the lung tissue with hypoxia as a consequence. Hypoxia may influence the release of inflammatory mediators and growth factors including vascular endothelial growth fa…
View article: Size-resolved characterization of particles >10 nm emitted to air during metal recycling
Size-resolved characterization of particles >10 nm emitted to air during metal recycling Open
The large fraction of nanoparticles, and the fact that their chemical composition deviate from that of the coarse particles, raises questions that needs to be further addressed including toxicological implications, both for humans and for …
View article: Effects of cleaning spray use on eyes, airways, and ergonomic load
Effects of cleaning spray use on eyes, airways, and ergonomic load Open
View article: Compositional tuning of gas-phase synthesized Pd–Cu nanoparticles
Compositional tuning of gas-phase synthesized Pd–Cu nanoparticles Open
Tailored Pd–Cu nanoparticles by spark ablation with a broad compositional range. X-ray spectroscopy and electron microscopy were used to show dynamic synthesis, successful mixing, and insights for development of new catalysts.
View article: Datasets - Toxicological effects of zinc oxide nanoparticle exposure: an in vitro comparison between dry aerosol air-liquid interface and submerged exposure systems
Datasets - Toxicological effects of zinc oxide nanoparticle exposure: an in vitro comparison between dry aerosol air-liquid interface and submerged exposure systems Open
Datasets for the toxicological data generated and presented in the following article: Toxicological effects of zinc oxide nanoparticle exposure: an in vitro comparison between dry aerosol air-liquid interface and submerged exposure systems…
View article: Datasets - Toxicological effects of zinc oxide nanoparticle exposure: an in vitro comparison between dry aerosol air-liquid interface and submerged exposure systems
Datasets - Toxicological effects of zinc oxide nanoparticle exposure: an in vitro comparison between dry aerosol air-liquid interface and submerged exposure systems Open
Datasets for the toxicological data generated and presented in the following article: Toxicological effects of zinc oxide nanoparticle exposure: an in vitro comparison between dry aerosol air-liquid interface and submerged exposure systems…
View article: Lung function and self-rated symptoms in healthy volunteers after exposure to hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) exhaust with and without particles
Lung function and self-rated symptoms in healthy volunteers after exposure to hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) exhaust with and without particles Open
View article: A quantitative LC–MS method to determine surface contamination of antineoplastic drugs by wipe sampling
A quantitative LC–MS method to determine surface contamination of antineoplastic drugs by wipe sampling Open
The main objective was to develop a wipe sampling test to measure surface contamination of the most frequently used antineoplastic drugs (ADs) in Swedish healthcare and, furthermore, to develop an analysis method sensitive enough to assess…
View article: Release of carbon nanotubes during combustion of polymer nanocomposites in a pilot-scale facility for waste incineration
Release of carbon nanotubes during combustion of polymer nanocomposites in a pilot-scale facility for waste incineration Open
Nanocomposites, formed by incorporating nanoparticles into a matrix of standard materials, are increasing on the market. Little focus has been directed towards safe disposal and recycling of these new materials even though the disposal has…
View article: Effects of Renewable Diesel Exhaust on Lung Function and Self-rated Symptoms for Healthy Volunteers in a Human Chamber Exposure Study&nbsp;
Effects of Renewable Diesel Exhaust on Lung Function and Self-rated Symptoms for Healthy Volunteers in a Human Chamber Exposure Study Open
Background: Diesel engine exhaust causes adverse health effects. Meanwhile, the impact of renewable diesel exhaust on human health is less known. In this study, nasal patency, pulmonary function, and self-rated symptoms were assessed in 19…
View article: Toxicological effects of zinc oxide nanoparticle exposure: an <i>in vitro</i> comparison between dry aerosol air-liquid interface and submerged exposure systems
Toxicological effects of zinc oxide nanoparticle exposure: an <i>in vitro</i> comparison between dry aerosol air-liquid interface and submerged exposure systems Open
Engineered nanomaterials (ENMs) are increasingly produced and used today, but health risks due to their occupational airborne exposure are incompletely understood. Traditionally, nanoparticle (NP) toxicity is tested by introducing NPs to c…
View article: Silver Nanoparticles Alter Cell Viability Ex Vivo and in Vitro and Induce Proinflammatory Effects in Human Lung Fibroblasts
Silver Nanoparticles Alter Cell Viability Ex Vivo and in Vitro and Induce Proinflammatory Effects in Human Lung Fibroblasts Open
Dataset for data generated and presented in following article by Löfdahl et al in Nanomaterials 2020, 10, 1868. doi:10.3390/nano10091868
View article: Silver Nanoparticles Alter Cell Viability Ex Vivo and in Vitro and Induce Proinflammatory Effects in Human Lung Fibroblasts
Silver Nanoparticles Alter Cell Viability Ex Vivo and in Vitro and Induce Proinflammatory Effects in Human Lung Fibroblasts Open
Dataset for data generated and presented in following article by Löfdahl et al in Nanomaterials 2020, 10, 1868. doi:10.3390/nano10091868
View article: Silver Nanoparticles Alter Cell Viability Ex Vivo and in Vitro and Induce Proinflammatory Effects in Human Lung Fibroblasts
Silver Nanoparticles Alter Cell Viability Ex Vivo and in Vitro and Induce Proinflammatory Effects in Human Lung Fibroblasts Open
Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) are commonly used in commercial and medical applications. However, AgNPs may induce toxicity, extracellular matrix (ECM) changes and inflammatory responses. Fibroblasts are key players in remodeling processes a…
View article: Exposure, respiratory symptoms, lung function and inflammation response of road-paving asphalt workers
Exposure, respiratory symptoms, lung function and inflammation response of road-paving asphalt workers Open
Background Controversy exists as to the health effects of exposure to asphalt and crumb rubber modified (CRM) asphalt, which contains recycled rubber tyres. Objective To assess exposures and effects on airway symptoms, lung function and in…
View article: Comprehensive proteome analysis of nasal lavage samples after controlled exposure to welding nanoparticles shows an induced acute phase and a nuclear receptor, LXR/RXR, activation that influence the status of the extracellular matrix
Comprehensive proteome analysis of nasal lavage samples after controlled exposure to welding nanoparticles shows an induced acute phase and a nuclear receptor, LXR/RXR, activation that influence the status of the extracellular matrix Open
View article: Acute respiratory effects and biomarkers of inflammation due to welding-derived nanoparticle aggregates
Acute respiratory effects and biomarkers of inflammation due to welding-derived nanoparticle aggregates Open
View article: Validation of an air–liquid interface toxicological set-up using Cu, Pd, and Ag well-characterized nanostructured aggregates and spheres
Validation of an air–liquid interface toxicological set-up using Cu, Pd, and Ag well-characterized nanostructured aggregates and spheres Open
View article: Analysis of nanoparticle–protein coronas formed <i>in vitro</i> between nanosized welding particles and nasal lavage proteins
Analysis of nanoparticle–protein coronas formed <i>in vitro</i> between nanosized welding particles and nasal lavage proteins Open
Welding fumes include agglomerated particles built up of primary nanoparticles. Particles inhaled through the nose will to some extent be deposited in the protein-rich nasal mucosa, and a protein corona will be formed around the particles.…
View article: Characterization of Hairdresser Exposure to Airborne Particles during Hair Bleaching
Characterization of Hairdresser Exposure to Airborne Particles during Hair Bleaching Open
Respiratory symptoms among hairdressers are often ascribed to the use of bleaching powders that contain persulfate salts. Such salts can act as allergens and airway irritants but the mechanisms behind the negative health effects are not fu…