Particulate matter (PM10) in London air is highly oxidising, implying a significant potential risk to respiratory health

S. T. Duggan, I. S. Mudway, T. Moreno, R. Richards, F. J. Kelly (London, Cardiff, United Kingdom)

Source: Annual Congress 2002 - Effects of air pollution on lung cells
Session: Effects of air pollution on lung cells
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 260
Disease area: Airway diseases

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