The developing respiratory tract and its specific needs in regard to ultrafine particulate matter exposure
Schüepp, K; Sly, PD
HERO ID
1274312
Reference Type
Journal Article
Subtype
Review
Year
2012
Language
English
PMID
| HERO ID | 1274312 |
|---|---|
| Material Type | Review |
| In Press | No |
| Year | 2012 |
| Title | The developing respiratory tract and its specific needs in regard to ultrafine particulate matter exposure |
| Authors | Schüepp, K; Sly, PD |
| Journal | Paediatric Respiratory Reviews |
| Volume | 13 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Page Numbers | 95-99 |
| Abstract | Nanoparticles have unique physico-chemical properties compared to larger particles that have the potential to provide promising new possibilities for biomedical applications. Considerable research is currently exploring these potentials of nanotechnology. In contrast, airborne particles as components of indoor air, ambient air pollution associated with traffic-related pollution, industry, power plants, and other combustion sources have the potential to harm children's health. However, a similar research effort into the potential health effects of exposure to nanoparticles is lacking. Children differ markedly from adults in their developmental biology rendering young children the most vulnerable group with regard to potentially harmful effects induced by particulate exposure. This review discusses the differences between children and adults in regard to nanoparticle exposure highlighting the uniqueness and vulnerability of children. |
| Doi | 10.1016/j.prrv.2011.08.002 |
| Pmid | 22475255 |
| Wosid | WOS:000303269600006 |
| Is Certified Translation | No |
| Dupe Override | No |
| Comments | Source: Web of Science WOS:000303269600006 |
| Is Public | Yes |
| Language Text | English |
| Keyword | nanoparticles; lung; children; vulnerability; developmental biology |
| Is Qa | No |