Publications by authors named "Jon Inaki Alvarez"
A significant concern in our society is the potential impact on both health and the environment of air pollutants released during the incineration of waste. Therefore, it is crucial to conduct thorough control and monitoring measures. In this context, the objective of this research was to study the evolution of particulate matter (PM) and associated trace elements during the period before and after the installation of an Energy Recovery Plant (ERP).
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- This research analyzed the levels and trends of specific pollutants (PCDD/Fs and dl-PCBs) in the air of Gipuzkoa, Spain, using air samples collected from industrial areas following European standards.
- Results showed that toxic equivalents were comparable or lower than those from other studies, with higher pollutant levels detected in autumn-winter and on weekdays versus weekends.
- The study indicated that the presence of nearby emitting industries contributed to elevated air pollution levels, which could impact the health of the local population and the environment, especially concerning the future energy recovery plant.
Background: Thyroid hormones play a key role in fetal and child development. Recent studies have linked prenatal exposure to atmospheric contaminants with changes in thyroid hormone levels in newborns, but the data from the few studies that have explored this issue are inconclusive. The present study aims to assess the association of total thyroxine (TT4) levels in newborns with weekly prenatal exposure to PM2.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFRising use of nanoparticles in manufacturing as well as in commercial products bring issues related to environmental release and human exposure. A large amount of TiO nanoparticles will eventually reach wastewater treatment plants. Low pressure membrane filtration has been suggested as a feasible treatment of water streams.
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