3D printing is now widely used in aerospace, healthcare, energy, automotive and other
industries. Metal printing, in particular, is the fastest growing sector, yet its development …

Microfluidic devices have emerged as advantageous tools for detecting environmental
contaminants due to their portability, ease of use, cost-effectiveness, and rapid response …

Welding fume particles are hazardous. Their toxicity likely depends on their composition and
reactivity. This study aimed at exploring the role of sodium or other fluorides (NaF), which …

Background Although major concerns exist regarding the potential consequences of human
exposure to nanoparticles (NP), no human toxicological data is currently available. To …

Welding fumes contain harmful metals and gas by-products associated with development of
lung dysfunction, asthma, bronchitis, and lung cancer. Two prominent welding fume …

Background Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) risk has been associated with pesticide
use, but evidence on specific pesticides or other agricultural exposures is lacking. We …

Welding, despite being the most efficient joining process, has significant negative impact on
the environment and worker health. This paper presents the environmental impact of various …

Boron nitride nanotubes (BNNTs) are an emerging engineered nanomaterial attracting
significant attention due to superior electrical, chemical and thermal properties. Currently …

Purpose Welding fume consists of metal fumes, eg, manganese (Mn) and gases, eg, ozone.
Particles in the respirable dust (RD) size range dominate. Exposure to welding fume could …

Toxic substances produced during welding include heavy metals, carbon monoxide, carbon
dioxide, and nitrogen oxides. The study aims to evaluate the heavy metals concentration in …