| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6352810 | Environmental Research | 2014 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
This is the first study using human alveolar cells to show the genotoxic effects of organic PM from biomass burning samples collected in Amazon region. The genotoxicity of PM can be associated with the presence of several mutagenic and carcinogenic compounds, mainly benzo[a]pyrene. These findings have potential implications for the development of pollution abatement strategies and can minimize negative impact on health.
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Authors
Nilmara de Oliveira Alves, Sandra de Souza Hacon, Marcos Felipe de Oliveira Galvão, Milena Simões Peixotoc, Paulo Artaxo, Pérola de Castro Vasconcellos, Silvia Regina Batistuzzo de Medeiros,