Publications by authors named "Nicholas D Kim"
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- E171 (titanium dioxide) is a common food additive found in various products, but its safety is debated due to lacking thorough risk assessments.
- Research indicates that titanium dioxide nanoparticles (TiO NPs) can be toxic to multiple organs, particularly the liver, causing inflammation, cell death, and other significant changes.
- This review aims to shed light on the harmful effects of orally ingested TiO NPs specifically on the liver while addressing the ongoing controversies regarding their toxicity.
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- The study aims to review thunderstorm asthma (TA) and its causes, while discussing management strategies in New Zealand.
- TA is rare globally but could become more frequent due to climate change, with pollen (especially from ryegrass) and fungal spores identified as primary triggers.
- Recommendations include creating quick public health alerts for future TA events and implementing regular monitoring of airborne allergens.
The use of ortho- and para-phenylenediamine (OPD & PPD respectively) for the enhancement of fingerprints in blood has been investigated. Optimal pH conditions and H2O2 concentrations have been determined using UV/Vis spectroscopy. Both OPD and PPD are effective and less hazardous alternatives to the presently used 3,3'-diaminobenzidine (DAB) for the development of blood fingerprints, especially on porous surfaces.
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