air pollution : Science World Report

Aug 28, 2015 08:33 AM EDT

Air Pollution Linked to Lower GPAs in Children

Could air pollution lead to low GPAs? Scientists have found that fourth and fifth graders who are exposed to toxic air pollutants at home are more likely to have lower GPAs.

Aug 27, 2015 12:07 PM EDT

Dramatic Atmospheric Changes in the Middle East Caused by Industrial Slowdown

Cleaner air and plummeting nitrogen dioxide levels in the Middle East have resulted from an industrial slowdown caused by political upheaval and armed conflict, especially in countries like Syria and Egypt.

Aug 19, 2015 10:49 AM EDT

Sunlight Causes Building Grime to Change into Dangerous Air Pollution

It turns out that the dirty coating that can be found on buildings and streets may be hazardous to public health.

Aug 15, 2015 08:03 AM EDT

China's Air Pollution Kills More Than 4000 People Each Day

There's a reason that China is looking into clean energy, and that's because its air pollution is killing its population. A staggering 1.6 million Chinese a year are killed due to the polluted air each year.

Jun 30, 2015 11:09 AM EDT

Fourth of July Fireworks Cause a Spike in Particulate Matter and Air Pollution

The Fourth of July may not just be known for fireworks. It could also be known for increased levels of particulate matter. Scientists have found that as explosions light up night skies, air pollution may worsen.

Jun 30, 2015 10:33 AM EDT

Mercury Pollution Increased Drastically Over the 20th Century

Mercury pollution has increased drastically over the 20th century. Scientists have studied a 600-year-old ice core and have found that global mercury levels have increased in the atmosphere quickly in the modern era.

Jun 18, 2015 08:11 AM EDT

Evidence of Ancient Human Pollution Revealed in 400,000-Year-Old Teeth

Scientists may have gotten one of their earliest looks at human pollution with the help of some 400,000-year-old teeth.

Jun 05, 2015 06:46 AM EDT

New Device May Keep Astronauts in Space for Longer with Better Air and Water

Scientists have announced a new method to monitor the quality of air and water in real time with one system.

May 26, 2015 09:35 AM EDT

EPA Air Pollution Rules May Have More Uncertain Effects Than Expected

Anti-pollution rules may have uncertain effects. Scientists have found that air pollution regulations issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency may not be as effective as believed.

Apr 24, 2015 08:29 AM EDT

Air Pollution May Impact the Structure of the Human Brain

Air pollution may be more dangerous than you might think. Scientists have found that long-term exposure to this type of pollution can damage brain structure and impair cognitive function in middle-aged and older adults.

Mar 30, 2015 07:15 AM EDT

Exercise Outweighs the Risks of Air Pollution When Exercising in the City

Researchers have discovered that the beneficial effects of exercise may actually be more important for our health than the negative effects of air pollution, in relation to the risk of premature mortality.

Feb 10, 2015 10:41 AM EST

16th Century Air Pollution Discovered Frozen in Peru's Ice from Spanish Conquistadors

When did air pollution first appear in South America? Apparently, it was present even during the 16th century. Researchers have discovered remnants of air pollution in the Quelccaya Ice Cap, revealing a bit more about the past history of the region.