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Struyf, H.; van Vaeck, L.; Kennis, P.; Gijbels, R.; van Grieken, R. |
| Title |
Chemical characterization of neo-ceramic powders by time-of-flight and Fourier transform laser microprobe mass spectrometry |
Type |
A1 Journal article |
| Year |
1996 |
Publication |
Rapid communications in mass spectrometry |
Abbreviated Journal |
Rapid Commun Mass Sp |
| Volume |
10 |
Issue |
6 |
Pages |
699-706 |
| Keywords |
A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT); AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
| Abstract |
Laser microprobe mass spectrometry (LMMS) aims at the identification of local organic and inorganic constituents at the surface of solids, The low mass resolution capabilities of the initially used time-of-flight (TOF) mass spectrometers have often proved to be insufficient for identification, Therefore, high mass resolution Fourier transform (ET) LMMS was developed, Neo-ceramic powders with oxide or carbide coatings were analyzed by both FT LMMS and TOF LMMS, The data are useful to compare the analytical information gained from both methods, Analytical results of these samples by electron microprobe x-ray analysis (EPXMA) and secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS) are discussed to assess the place of FT LMMS and TOF LMMS in the spectrum of microanalytical techniques. |
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London |
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A1996UJ50200016 |
Publication Date |
2002-09-10 |
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| ISSN |
0951-4198;1097-0231; |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
2.253 |
Times cited |
11 |
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| Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:12363 |
Serial |
346 |
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Van 't dack, L.; Beusen, J.-M.; Claesson, T.; Vandelannoote, R.; van Grieken, R.; Gijbels, R. |
| Title |
Experimental weathering studies of igneous rocks (alkali-granite, granodiorite, gabbro and granite) and sedimentary gneiss under hydrothermal conditions |
Type |
P3 Proceeding |
| Year |
1985 |
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Issue |
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Pages |
363-368 |
| Keywords |
P3 Proceeding; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT); AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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Place of Publication |
S.l. |
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0000-00-00 |
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| Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:111512 |
Serial |
1146 |
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Blommaert, W.; Vandelannoote, R.; Van 't dack, L.; Gijbels, R.; van Grieken, R. |
| Title |
Relative evaluation of neutron activation, X-ray fluorescence and spark source mass spectrometry for multi-element analysis of geothermal waters |
Type |
A3 Journal article |
| Year |
1980 |
Publication |
Journal of radioanalytical chemistry |
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| Volume |
57 |
Issue |
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Pages |
382-400 |
| Keywords |
A3 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT); AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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0000-00-00 |
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Edition |
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| ISSN |
0134-0719 |
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UA library record |
| Impact Factor |
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Times cited |
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| Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:111432 |
Serial |
2859 |
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Vandecasteele, C.; van Grieken, R.; Gijbels, R.; Speecke, A. |
| Title |
Systematic errors in 14-MeV neutron activation analysis for oxygen : part 2 : a general standardization method for the determination of oxygen |
Type |
A1 Journal article |
| Year |
1973 |
Publication |
Analytica chimica acta |
Abbreviated Journal |
Anal Chim Acta |
| Volume |
65 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
1-17 |
| Keywords |
A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT); AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
| Abstract |
A general standardization method is described for the determination of oxygen in solid samples via the 16O(n,p)16N reaction. Two systems of flux monitoring are considered: the sample versus standard comparator method and BF3 monitoring. The average flux in sample and standard, fast neutron shielding, fast neutron scattering, absorption of fast neutrons, absorption of 16N γ-rays and counting efficiency of sample and standard are considered. The influence of the target diameter on the obtained correction factors has also been studied. Total achievable accuracy is believed to be about 1%. |
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Place of Publication |
Amsterdam |
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Wos |
A1973Q019300001 |
Publication Date |
2002-07-25 |
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Series Issue |
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Edition |
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| ISSN |
0003-2670; |
ISBN |
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Additional Links |
UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
4.513 |
Times cited |
12 |
Open Access |
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| Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:116364 |
Serial |
3465 |
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Vandecasteele, C.; van Grieken, R.; Gijbels, R.; Speecke, A. |
| Title |
Systematic errors in 14-MeV neutron activation analysis for oxygen : part 1 : neutron and γ-ray attenuation effects |
Type |
A1 Journal article |
| Year |
1973 |
Publication |
Analytica chimica acta |
Abbreviated Journal |
Anal Chim Acta |
| Volume |
64 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
187-196 |
| Keywords |
A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT); AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
| Abstract |
A detailed account is given of neutron and γ-ray attenuation effects in 14-MeV neutron activation analysis of oxygen. Appropriate neutron cross-section values have been determined in two different ways and compared with literature values. It appears that the attenuation process is best described in terms of nonelastic scattering cross-sections. It is also shown that the narrow beam total γ-ray attenuation coefficients at 6 MeV, given in the literature are suitable for correction purposes if 16N γ-rays are counted with a window of 4.56.5 MeV. Attention was paid to the contribution of β-rays when the 16N activity is counted in this energy interval with a NaI(Tl) detector. |
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Place of Publication |
Amsterdam |
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Wos |
A1973P353000003 |
Publication Date |
2002-07-25 |
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Series Issue |
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Edition |
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| ISSN |
0003-2670; |
ISBN |
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Additional Links |
UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
4.513 |
Times cited |
11 |
Open Access |
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CHEMISTRY, PHYSICAL 54/144 Q2 # PHYSICS, ATOMIC, MOLECULAR & CHEMICAL 9/35 Q2 # |
| Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:116363 |
Serial |
3464 |
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Bosch, B.; Leleu, M.; Oustrière, P.; Sarcia, C.; Sureau, J.F.; Blommaert, W.; Gijbels, R.; Sadurski, A.; Vandelannoote, R.; Van Grieken, R.; Van 'T Dack, L.; |
| Title |
Hydrogeochemistry in the zinclead mining district of Les Malines (Gard, France) |
Type |
A1 Journal article |
| Year |
1986 |
Publication |
Chemical geology |
Abbreviated Journal |
Chem Geol |
| Volume |
55 |
Issue |
1/2 |
Pages |
31-44 |
| Keywords |
A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT); AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
| Abstract |
Sensitive multi-element analysis techniques together with major-element and isotopic analyses were applied to spring, mine and surface waters in the vicinity of an important known zinclead deposit in a carbonate environment, in the Les Malines area (Gard, France). Both the dissolved and suspended phases were investigated, and concretions and sediments were also considered in some cases. This methodological test shows that the ore body leaves various clear fingerprints, such as the Zn, As, Sb, Pb and U levels in the dissolved phase, the sulfate increment and the δ 34S. Some of the elements in solution are controlled by slightly soluble compounds, e.g. Zn by smithsonite and hydrozincite, Ba by barite, and Pb by hydrocerussite. Mapping the saturation indices for these elements appears useful for displaying the hydrogeochemical anomaly. |
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Amsterdam |
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A1986C743300003 |
Publication Date |
2003-08-06 |
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Edition |
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0009-2541; |
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| Impact Factor |
3.524 |
Times cited |
3 |
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CRYSTALLOGRAPHY 19/26 Q3 # PHYSICS, CONDENSED MATTER 53/67 Q4 # |
| Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:111481 |
Serial |
1537 |
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Hellar-Kihampa, H.; Potgieter-Vermaak, S.; De Wael, K.; Lugwisha, E.; van Espen, P.; Van Grieken, R. |
| Title |
Concentration profiles of metal contaminants in fluvial sediments of a rural-urban drainage basin in Tanzania |
Type |
A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2014 |
Publication |
International journal of environmental analytical chemistry |
Abbreviated Journal |
Int J Environ An Ch |
| Volume |
94 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
77-98 |
| Keywords |
A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
| Abstract |
This study investigated concentration profiles of trace, rare earth and platinum group metals in fluvial sediments from the Pangani river basin (43,650 km2), one of the largest river basins in Tanzania, to assess its environmental quality. Sediment samples were collected in two distinct seasons from 12 representative sites of diverse land-use practices and characterised by ICP-MS after optimised microwave digestion. Ecological risks were assessed by evaluation of pollution index and comparison with legislated sediment quality guidelines (SQG). The results revealed contamination by some trace metals (e.g. Pb, V, Cu, Cr, Ni, Cd, As, Co, Mn and Zn) in concentrations ranging from 0.7 to 2940 mg kg−1, and four rare earth elements (Y, Ce, Nd, Yb) in concentrations ranging from 0.9 (Yb) to 500 mg kg−1 dry weight (Ce), which significantly exceeded the estimated background values at some stations. Palladium was the only platinum group element that was detected in quantifiable concentrations (0.33.5 mg kg−1). Concentrations of some trace metals exceeded the SQGs at some localised areas. Principal component analysis and multivariate correlations indicated geochemical characteristics of the area as the major control of metal concentrations and spatial variability. Organic matter and clay contents also played a significant role in metal distributions. Assessment of land-use practices upstream of the sampling locations was used to trace potential anthropogenic sources of metal enrichments, where highest levels were found in areas close to urban centres and agricultural activities. The study provides baseline data for future monitoring programs, and highlights the need for more comprehensive analysis involving a wider spatio-temporal scale and ecotoxicological risk assessment. |
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000329774500007 |
Publication Date |
2013-05-24 |
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Edition |
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| ISSN |
0306-7319 |
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Additional Links |
UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
1.208 |
Times cited |
5 |
Open Access |
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| Notes |
; The participants of this research gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Belgian Development Agency (BTC). The contribution of the Pangani Basin Water Board (PBWB), especially Ms Arafa Maggidi in provision of valuable information and assistance with the sampling campaigns is greatly appreciated. We sincerely acknowledge the assistance of Mr. Elisa Dunstan Kiwelu of Ardhi University, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania in mapping the study area; Mr Peter Machibya of the Department of Geology, University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania in sediment characterisation; and Dr Valentine Kayawe Mubiana of the Department of Biology, University of Antwerp in ICP-MS analysis. The contributions of six anonymous reviewers, which greatly improved the manuscript for this paper, are highly appreciated. ; |
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Most recent IF: 1.208; 2014 IF: 1.295 |
| Call Number |
UA @ admin @ c:irua:109234 |
Serial |
5547 |
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Asfora, V.K.; Bueno, C.C.; de Barros, V.M.; Khoury, H.; Van Grieken, R. |
| Title |
X-ray spectrometry applied for characterization of bricks of Brazilian historical sites |
Type |
A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2020 |
Publication |
X-Ray Spectrometry |
Abbreviated Journal |
X-Ray Spectrom |
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Pages |
1-8 |
| Keywords |
A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
| Abstract |
This paper presents the results of X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analysis of bricks sampled from historical places in Pernambuco, a state in the northeastern region of Brazil. In this study, twenty bricks found in historical sites were analyzed. Two bricks made in the 17th century, presumably used as ballast in ships coming from Holland, five locally manufactured bricks: one from 18th century, three from 19th century, and one from 20th century, and thirteen bricks collected from a recent Archeological investigation of Alto da Se, in the town of Olinda. Qualitative determination of the chemical elements present in the samples was undertaken using a self-assembled portable XRF system based on a compact X-ray tube and a thermoelectrically cooled Si-PIN photodiode system, both commercially available. X-ray diffraction analysis was also carried out to assess the crystalline mineral phases present in the bricks. The results showed that quartz (SiO2) is the major mineral content in all bricks. Although less expressive in the XRD patterns, mineral phases of illite, kaolinite, anorthite, and rutile are also identified. The trace element distribution patterns of the bricks, determined by the XRF technique, is dominated by Fe and, in decreasing order, by K, Ti, Ca, Mn, Zr, Rb, Sr, Cr, and Y with slight differences among them. Analyses of the chemical compositional features of the bricks, evaluated by principal component analysis of the XRF datasets, allowed the samples to be grouped into five clusters with similar chemical composition. These cluster groups were able to identify both age and manufacturing sites. Dutch bricks prepared with different geological clays compositions were defined. |
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000568830300001 |
Publication Date |
2020-09-17 |
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0049-8246 |
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UA library record; WoS full record |
| Impact Factor |
1.2 |
Times cited |
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| Notes |
; The authors are grateful to CNPQ (Process: 305903/2011-0 and 407458/2013-1) for providing funds to carry out the present work and for supporting a visitor professor to UFPE through the program science without frontier. The authors also thank Mr. Roberto Araujo from the Center of Advanced Studies on Integrated Environmental Protection-CECI that made available the bricks to be analyzed. ; |
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Most recent IF: 1.2; 2020 IF: 1.298 |
| Call Number |
UA @ admin @ c:irua:171960 |
Serial |
6654 |
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Buczyńska, A.J.; Geypens, B.; Van Grieken, R.; De Wael, K. |
| Title |
Large-volume injection combined with gas chromatography/isotope ratio mass spectrometry for the analysis of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons |
Type |
A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2014 |
Publication |
Rapid communications in mass spectrometry |
Abbreviated Journal |
Rapid Commun Mass Sp |
| Volume |
28 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
1-9 |
| Keywords |
A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
| Abstract |
RATIONALE: Compound-specific stable isotope analyses of carbon require relatively large amounts of sample for reliable analyses. Commonly applied injections of 1 μL may thus be inefficient for samples with low concentrations of pollutants (e.g. air particulate matter) or when the amount of a sample is limited. METHODS: A Large-Volume Injection (LVI) method for carbon stable isotope ratio analysis of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) was optimized in this study. Gas chromatography/combustion/isotope ratio mass spectrometry (GCCIRMS) and ion trap mass spectrometry (ITMS) were used for the determination of stable carbon isotope ratios and quantification of compounds, respectively. RESULTS: The optimized method resulted in very good reproducibility, even for the most volatile PAH, naphthalene, when a small amount of higher boiling co-solvent was used. No significant fractionation of isotope ratios could be seen and the recoveries of analytes were similar to or better than that of a splitless cold injection. CONCLUSIONS: Injection of 100 μL, instead of the commonly used 1 μL, increases the detection limit for PAHs significantly and/or simplifies the sample preparation step. Using our optimized method, stable carbon isotope ratios can be reliably measured in samples with concentrations of PAHs down to 0.050.1 ng μL1. |
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Publication Date |
2013-12-16 |
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Edition |
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0951-4198 |
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Additional Links |
UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
1.998 |
Times cited |
5 |
Open Access |
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Most recent IF: 1.998; 2014 IF: 2.253 |
| Call Number |
UA @ admin @ c:irua:111677 |
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5689 |
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van Grieken, R.; Bogaerts, A.; Janssens, K. |
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Editorial |
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Editorial |
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2006 |
Publication |
Spectrochimica acta: part A: molecular spectroscopy |
Abbreviated Journal |
Spectrochim Acta A |
| Volume |
64 |
Issue |
5 |
Pages |
1089 |
| Keywords |
Editorial; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) |
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Oxford |
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000240093100001 |
Publication Date |
2006-07-08 |
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Edition |
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1386-1425; |
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Additional Links |
UA library record; WoS full record |
| Impact Factor |
2.536 |
Times cited |
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Most recent IF: 2.536; 2006 IF: 1.270 |
| Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:58915 |
Serial |
788 |
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Anaf, W.; Horemans, B.; Madeira, T.I.; Carvalho, M.L.; De Wael, K.; Van Grieken, R. |
| Title |
Effects of a constructional intervention on airborne and deposited particulate matter in the Portuguese National Tile Museum, Lisbon |
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A1 Journal article |
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2013 |
Publication |
Environmental Science and Pollution Research |
Abbreviated Journal |
Environ Sci Pollut R |
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20 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
1849-1857 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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In the 1970s, a large ambulatory of the National Tile Museum, Lisbon, was closed with glass panes on both ground and first floor. Although this design was meant to protect the museum collection from ambient air pollutants, small openings between the glass panes remain, creating a semi-enclosed corridor. The effects of the glass panes on the indoor air quality were evaluated in a comparative study by monitoring the airborne particle concentration and the extent of particle deposition at the enclosed corridor as well as inside the museum building. Comparison of the indoor/outdoor ratio of airborne particle concentration demonstrated a high natural ventilation rate in the enclosed corridor as well as inside the museum building. PM10 deposition velocities on vertical surfaces were estimated in the order of 3 × 10−4 m s−1 for both indoor locations. Also, the deposition rates of dark-coloured and black particles in specific were very similar at both indoor locations, causing visual degradation. The effectiveness of the glass panes in protecting the museum collection is discussed. |
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000315442500061 |
Publication Date |
2012-07-24 |
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0944-1344; 1614-7499 |
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Additional Links |
UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
2.741 |
Times cited |
15 |
Open Access |
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Most recent IF: 2.741; 2013 IF: 2.757 |
| Call Number |
UA @ admin @ c:irua:100214 |
Serial |
5583 |
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Horemans, B.; Cardell, C.; Bencs, L.; Kontozova-Deutsch, V.; De Wael, K.; Van Grieken, R. |
| Title |
Evaluation of airborne particles at the Alhambra monument in Granada, Spain |
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A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2011 |
Publication |
Microchemical journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
Microchem J |
| Volume |
99 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
429-438 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
| Abstract |
As a part of an ongoing investigation regarding the air quality at the Alhambra monument (UNESCO World Cultural Heritage), indoor and outdoor atmospheric aerosols (PM1 and PM10-1) and pollutant gases (O3, NO2, SO2 and NH3) were studied during summer and winter. Bulk elements, ionic compounds and black carbon (BC) in aerosols were analyzed with X-ray fluorescence spectrometry, ion chromatography and aethalometry/reflectometry, respectively. Natural PM10-1 aerosols, such as carbonate-rich soil and sea salts, reacted with a typical urban atmosphere, producing a mixture of particulates with diverse chemical composition. The content/formation of secondary inorganic aerosols depended on the air temperature and absolute humidity. Ratios of typical mineral elements (i.e., Ti/Fe and Si/Fe) showed that Saharan dust events contribute to the composition of the observed mineral aerosol content. BC, V and Ni originated from diesel exhaust, while Cu, Cr, Pb and Zn came mainly from non-exhaust vehicular emissions. Weathering phenomena, such as blackening and pigment discoloration, which could arise from gradual aerosol deposition indoors, are discussed. |
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2011-06-28 |
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0026-265x; 0026-265x |
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Additional Links |
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| Impact Factor |
3.034 |
Times cited |
39 |
Open Access |
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Most recent IF: 3.034; 2011 IF: 3.048 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:91720 |
Serial |
5611 |
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Kontozova-Deutsch, V.; Deutsch, F.; Godoi, R.H.M.; Van Grieken, R.; De Wael, K. |
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Urban air pollutants and their micro effects on medieval stained glass windows |
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A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2011 |
Publication |
Microchemical journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
Microchem J |
| Volume |
99 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
508-513 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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Levels of urban gaseous and particulate pollutants were investigated in the Cathedral of Cologne, Germany in the framework of the EU-project VIDRIO. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the influence of a protective double glazing system on the preservation of ancient stained glass windows by sampling at protected and unprotected windows (indoors, in the interspace and outdoor of the Cathedral). The interspace between the ancient stained glass window and the protective glazing is flushed in the Cathedral by indoor air, hence isolating the historic glass from the outdoor air and exposing it to indoor air on both sides of the glass panels. Concentrations of aggressive gaseous pollutants such as NO2, SO2, O3 and CO2 as well as elemental concentrations of bulk particles and relative abundances of single particles were surveyed at all sampling locations. Elemental concentrations in bulk particulate matter were found to be significantly lower inside the Cathedral in comparison to the outdoor air. This result is advantageous for the stained glass windows. Single particle analysis of the samples from Cologne showed also soil dust and organic particles as well as sulphates and nitrates, from which the latter two compounds are dangerous for the stained glass windows. On the base of the obtained results, it can be concluded that the protective glazing system in the Cathedral of Cologne can be considered as predominantly advantageous from both the gases' point of view (except for NO2-candles burning) and from the particles' point of view. |
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2011-07-23 |
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0026-265x; 0026-265x |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
3.034 |
Times cited |
6 |
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| Notes |
; This research was supported by the European Commission through the “VIDRIO-project”, contract no. EVK4-CT-2001-00045. Financial support is gratefully acknowledged. The authors acknowledge the assistance and advice during the experimental work given by the Dombauhutte team in Cologne, especially by Dr. Ulrike Brinkman and Gunter Hettinger. ; |
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Most recent IF: 3.034; 2011 IF: 3.048 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:91078 |
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5889 |
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Krupińska, B.; Worobiec, A.; Rotondo, G.G.; Novaković, V.; Kontozova, V.; Ro, C.-U.; Van Grieken, R.; De Wael, K. |
| Title |
Assessment of the air quality (NO2, SO2, O3 and particulate matter) in the Plantin-Moretus Museum/Print Room in Antwerp, Belgium, in different seasons of the year |
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A1 Journal article |
| Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Microchemical journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
Microchem J |
| Volume |
102 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
49-53 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP) |
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The Plantin-Moretus Museum/Print Room in Antwerp, Belgium, gathers one of the most precious collections of typographical material and old printed books in the world. Rich decorations of this former printing-house and the history of the building itself underline its uniqueness. The cultural heritage (CH) objects collected in the museum, in particular books and manuscripts are vulnerable to the atmospheric pollution and can be irreversibly damaged. To assess the air quality inside the museum, four consecutive sampling campaigns were performed in each season of the year. The gas monitoring of nitrogen dioxide (NO2), sulphur dioxide (SO2) and ozone (O3) was carried out outside the building, in galleries and in showcases by means of using diffusive samplers. The particulate matter (PM) was collected in bulk form and as single particles and then analysed with use of energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF) and electron probe micro-analyser (EPMA), respectively. The museum complex turned out to show good protection against gaseous pollutants, especially SO2 and O3. The concentrations of these pollutants were significantly reduced inside the building in comparison to the outdoor ones. Similar protective character of the museum complex was established in case of the coarse fraction of PM; however with some limitations. Single particle analysis showed that the relative abundance of carbon-rich particles inside the museum was greater than outside. Moreover, these particles contributed more to the fine fraction of PM than to the coarse fraction. Therefore, for better preservation of cultural heritage, special attention should be paid to the small particles and their distribution within the museum. |
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000301559100007 |
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2011-11-22 |
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0026-265x; 0026-265x |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
3.034 |
Times cited |
25 |
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; The presented work was realised in the frame of the project Preventive conservation/preservation in the museum Plantin-Moretus/Prentenkabinet, Antwerp, financed by the Flemish Government. Special thanks are due to Mrs Hanne Moris and Mrs Elke van Herck and all the staff of the Museum Plantin-Moretus/Print Room in Antwerp for their sincere interest in this work and their eager assistance during all the sampling campaigns. Barbara Krupinska is supported as PhD student by the Flemish Fund for Scientific Research (FWO, Belgium). ; |
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Most recent IF: 3.034; 2012 IF: 2.879 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:94466 |
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5483 |
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Krupińska, B.; Van Grieken, R.; De Wael, K. |
| Title |
Air quality monitoring in a museum for preventive conservation : results of a three-year study in the Plantin-Moretus Museum in Antwerp, Belgium |
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A1 Journal article |
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2013 |
Publication |
Microchemical journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
Microchem J |
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110 |
Issue |
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Pages |
350-360 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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Through different research projects on air quality in museums, researcher and conservators try identifying various risks of air pollution on materials. The conclusions may be later translated into specific actions for a maximum preservation of the museum collections, a process known as preventive conservation. Air pollution is a particular problem in historical buildings such as museums, because they were not originally built to exhibit and protect art objects in a sustainable way. This article reports on the data and results that were obtained during 10 sampling campaigns, in the period between November 2008 and February 2012 in a museum in Antwerp (Belgium), i.e. Plantin-Moretus Museum/Print Room. Different pollutants were measured inside and outside the museum such as inorganic gases, particulate matter and black carbon. The report specifically addresses environmental factors that may be responsible for damage to the collections present in museums. Thanks to the knowledge about the current situation in the museum, accurate solutions regarding preventive conservation, in general, are suggested. |
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2013-05-21 |
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0026-265x; 0026-265x |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
3.034 |
Times cited |
46 |
Open Access |
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; The presented work was realised in the frame of the project Preventive conservation/preservation in the museum Plantin-Moretus/Prentenkabinet, Antwerp, financed by the Flemish Government. Special thanks are due to Mrs Hanne Moris and Mrs Elke van Herck and all the staff of the Museum Plantin-Moretus/Print Room in Antwerp for their sincere interest in this work and their eager assistance during all the sampling campaigns. VMM and Dr. Edward Roekens is acknowledged for sharing the black carbon measurements. Barbara Krupinska is supported as PhD student by the Flemish Fund for Scientific Research (FWO, Belgium). ; |
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Most recent IF: 3.034; 2013 IF: 3.583 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:108402 |
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5460 |
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Buczyńska, A.J.; Geypens, B.; Van Grieken, R.; De Wael, K. |
| Title |
Optimization of sample clean-up for the GC-C-IRMS and GC-IT-MS analysis of PAHs from air particulate matter |
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A1 Journal article |
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2015 |
Publication |
Microchemical journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
Microchem J |
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119 |
Issue |
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Pages |
83-92 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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The optimization of sample clean-up for the analysis of air particulate matter PAHs stable carbon isotope ratio using Solid Phase Extraction (SPE) cartridges is described in this paper. Various adsorbents, such as silica gel, alumina, florisil, commercially available for sample purification were compared. Best performance for the clean-up of 24-h air particulate matter samples was obtained with activated silica-gel columns in terms of selectivity and reproducibility. One step clean-up was optimized for concentration determination and in case of co-elutions, a second step was additionally used for carbon isotope ratio analysis. The method was subsequently validated with standard reference material and was checked for carbon isotope fractionation artefacts. No significant differences in δ13C values were found for unprocessed solutions of PAHs and solution subjected to the extraction and purification procedure. The procedure was tested on air particulate matter samples collected in three different locations in Belgium. Statistically significant differences in carbon isotope ratio of PAHs between Borgerhout location and Zelzate or Gent were noticed, confirming the differences in distribution and diagnostic ratios found during the concentration analyses and different PAH sources in these locations. The results, therefore, seem very promising for the use of δ13C of PAHs as an additional information helpful in source identification of these pollutants |
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2014-11-01 |
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0026-265x; 0026-265x |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
3.034 |
Times cited |
7 |
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Most recent IF: 3.034; 2015 IF: 2.746 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:120641 |
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5759 |
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Bogaerts, A.; Janssens, K.; van Grieken, R. |
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Colloquium Spectroscopicum Internationale 34, Antwerp (Belgium), 4-9 September 2005: preface |
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2006 |
Publication |
Spectrochimica acta: part B : atomic spectroscopy |
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Spectrochim Acta B |
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61 |
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4 |
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373-374 |
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Editorial; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) |
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Oxford |
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2006-06-13 |
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0584-8547; |
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| Impact Factor |
3.241 |
Times cited |
2 |
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Most recent IF: 3.241; 2006 IF: 3.092 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:58859 |
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393 |
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Janssens, K.; Bogaerts, A.; van Grieken, R. |
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Colloquium Spectroscopicum Internationale 34, Antwerp, Belgium, 4-9 September 2005: preface |
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Editorial |
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2006 |
Publication |
Talanta : the international journal of pure and applied analytical chemistry |
Abbreviated Journal |
Talanta |
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70 |
Issue |
5 |
Pages |
907-908 |
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Editorial; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) |
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Pergamon |
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Oxford |
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000242871900001 |
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2006-11-01 |
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0039-9140; |
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UA library record; WoS full record |
| Impact Factor |
4.162 |
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Most recent IF: 4.162; 2006 IF: 2.810 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:61094 |
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392 |
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Kontozova-Deutsch, V.; Deutsch, F.; Bencs, L.; Krata, A.; Van Grieken, R.; De Wael, K. |
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Optimization of the ion chromatographic quantification of airborne fluoride, acetate and formate in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York |
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A1 Journal article |
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2011 |
Publication |
Talanta : the international journal of pure and applied analytical chemistry |
Abbreviated Journal |
Talanta |
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86 |
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372-376 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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Ion chromatographic (IC) methods have been compared in order to achieve an optimal separation of fluoride, acetate and formate under various elution conditions on two formerly introduced analytical columns (i and ii) and a novel one (iii): (i) an IonPac AS14 (250 mm × 4 mm I.D.), (ii) Allsep A-2 (150 mm × 4.6 mm I.D.), and (iii) an IC SI-50 4E (250 mm (length) × 4 mm (internal diameter – I.D.)). The IC conditions for the separation of the anions concerned were optimized on the IC SI-50 4E column. A near baseline separation of these anions was attained on the IonPac AS14, whereas the peaks of fluoride and acetate could not be resolved on the Allsep A-2. A baseline separation for the three anions was achieved on the IC SI-50 4E column, when applying an eluent mixture of 3.2 mmol/L Na2CO3 and 1.0 mmol/L NaHCO3 with a flow rate of 1.0 mL/min. The highest precision of 1.7, 3.0 and 2.8% and the best limits of detection (LODs) of 0.014, 0.22 and 0.17 mg/L for fluoride, acetate and formate, respectively, were obtained with the IC SI-50 4E column. Hence, this column was applied for the determination of the acetic and formic acid contents of air samples taken by means of passive gaseous sampling at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, USA. Atmospheric concentrations of acetic and formic acid up to 1050 and 450 μg/m3, respectively, were found in non-aerated showcases of the museum. In galleries and outdoors, rather low levels of acetic and formic acid were detected with average concentrations of 50 and 10 μg/m3, respectively. The LOD data of acetate and formate on the IC SI-50 4E column correspond to around 0.5 μg/m3 for both acetic and formic acid in air samples. |
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Publication Date |
2011-09-24 |
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0039-9140; 1873-3573 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
| Impact Factor |
4.162 |
Times cited |
19 |
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; The authors gratefully acknowledge the support of Marco Leona and the staff of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York during the sampling campaigns. The technical assistance and advice by Dr. Takashi Kotsuka and Shodex Benelux are acknowledged as well. ; |
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Most recent IF: 4.162; 2011 IF: 3.794 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:92066 |
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5762 |
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Anaf, W.; Horemans, B.; Van Grieken, R.; De Wael, K. |
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Chemical boundary conditions for the classification of aerosol particles using computer controlled electron probe microanalysis |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
Publication |
Talanta : the international journal of pure and applied analytical chemistry |
Abbreviated Journal |
Talanta |
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101 |
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420-427 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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A method for the classification of individual aerosol particles using computer controlled electron probe microanalysis is presented. It is based on chemical boundary conditions (CBC) and enables quick and easy processing of a large set of elemental concentration data (mass%), derived from the X-ray spectra of individual particles. The particles are first classified into five major classes (sea salt related, secondary inorganic, minerals, iron-rich and carbonaceous), after which advanced data mining can be performed by examining the elemental composition of particles within each class into more detail (e.g., by ternary diagrams). The CBC method is validated and evaluated by comparing its results with the output obtained with hierarchical cluster analysis (HCA) for well-known standard particles as well as real aerosol particles collected with a cascade impactor. The CBC method gives reliable results and has a major advantage compared to HCA. CBC is based on boundary conditions that are derived from chemical logical thinking and does not require a translation of a mathematical algorithm output as does HCA. Therefore, the CBC method is more objective and enables comparison between samples without intermediate steps. |
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2012-09-30 |
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0039-9140; 1873-3573 |
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| Impact Factor |
4.162 |
Times cited |
3 |
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Most recent IF: 4.162; 2012 IF: 3.498 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:101336 |
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5511 |
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Buczyńska, A.J.; Geypens, B.; Van Grieken, R.; De Wael, K. |
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Stable carbon isotopic ratio measurement of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons as a tool for source identification and apportionment : a review of analytical methodologies |
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A1 Journal article |
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2013 |
Publication |
Talanta : the international journal of pure and applied analytical chemistry |
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Talanta |
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105 |
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435-450 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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The measurement of the ratio of stable isotopes of carbon (13C/12C expressed as a δ13C) in the individual components of a sample may be used as a means to identify the origin of these components. This article reviews the approaches and reports on the successes and failures of source identification and apportionment of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) with the use of compound-specific isotope analysis (CSIA). One of the conditions for a precise and accurate analysis of isotope ratios with the use of GC-C-IRMS is the need for well separated peaks, with no co-elutions, and reduced unresolved complex mixture (UCM). Additionally, special care needs to be taken for an investigation of possible isotope fractionation effects introduced during the analytical treatment of samples. With the above-mentioned problems in mind, this review discusses in detail and compares current laboratory methodologies, mainly in the extraction and subsequent clean-up techniques used for environmental samples (air particulate matter, soil and sediments). Sampling strategies, the use of isotopic internal standards and the ranges for precision and accuracy are also reported and discussed. |
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2012-10-30 |
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0039-9140; 1873-3573 |
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| Impact Factor |
4.162 |
Times cited |
19 |
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Most recent IF: 4.162; 2013 IF: 3.511 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:102091 |
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5845 |
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Akbulut, S.; Cevik, U.; Van, A.A.; De Wael, K.; Van Grieken, R. |
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Precision and accuracy of ST-EDXRF performance for As determination comparing with ICP-MS and evaluation of As deviation in the soil media |
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2014 |
Publication |
Chemosphere |
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Chemosphere |
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96 |
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16-22 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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The present study was conducted to (i) determine the precision and accuracy of arsenic measurement in soil samples using ST-EDXRF by comparison with the results of ICP-MS analyses and (ii) identify the relationship of As concentration with soil characteristics. For the analysis of samples, inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) and energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometry (EDXRF) were performed. According to the results found in the soil samples, the addition of HCl to HNO3, used for the digestion gave significant variations in the recovery of As. However, spectral interferences between peaks for As and Pb can affect detection limits and accuracy for XRF analysis. When comparing the XRF and ICP-MS results a correlation was observed with R2 = 0.8414. This means that using a ST-EDXRF spectrometer, it is possible to achieve accurate and precise analysis by the calibration of certified reference materials and choosing an appropriate secondary target. On the other hand, with regard to soil characteristics analyses, the study highlighted that As is mostly anthropogenically enriched in the studied area. |
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2013-08-14 |
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0045-6535; 1879-1298 |
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| Impact Factor |
4.208 |
Times cited |
5 |
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Most recent IF: 4.208; 2014 IF: 3.340 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:109437 |
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5782 |
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Godoi, R.H.M.; Godoi, A.F.L.; Gonçalves jr., S.J.; Paralovo, S.L.; Borillo, G.C.; Gregório Barbosa, C.G.; Arantes, M.G.; Rosário Filho, N.A.; Grassi, M.T.; Yamamoto, C.I.; Potgieter-Vermaak, S.; Rotondo, G.G.; De Wael, K.; Van Grieken, R. |
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Healthy environment : indoor air quality of Brazilian elementary schools nearby petrochemical industry |
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A1 Journal article |
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2013 |
Publication |
The science of the total environment |
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Sci Total Environ |
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463 |
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639-646 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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The mitigation of pollution released to the environment originating fromthe industrial sector has been the aimof all policy-makers and its importance is evident if the adverse health effects on the world population are considered. Although this concern is controversial, petroleum refinery has been linked to some adverse health effects for people living nearby. Apart from home, school is the most important indoor environment for children and there is increasing concern about the school environment and its impact on health, also in developing countries where the prevalence of pollution is higher. As most of the children spend more than 40% of their time in schools, it is critical to evaluate the pollution level in such environment. In the metropolitan region of Curitiba, South Brazil, five schools nearby industries and highways with high density traffic, were selected to characterize the aerosol and gaseous compounds indoor and outdoor of the classrooms, during 20092011. Size segregated aerosol samples were collected for analyses of bulk and single particle elemental profiles. They were analyzed by electron probe X-ray micro-analysis (EPXMA), and by energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF), to investigate the elemental composition of individual particles and bulk samples. The concentrations of benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylene (BTEX); NO2; SO2; acetic acid; and formic acid were assessed indoor and outdoor using passive diffusion tubes. BTEX were analyzed by GCMS and other collected gasses by ion chromatography. Individual exposition of BTEX was assessed by personal passive diffusion tubes. Results are interpreted separately and as a whole with the specific aim of identifying compounds that could affect the health of the scholars. In view of the chemical composition and size distribution of the aerosol particles, local deposition efficiencies in the children's respiratory systems were calculated, revealing the deposition of particles at extrathoracic, tracheobronchial and pulmonary levels. |
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2013-07-07 |
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0048-9697 |
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4.9 |
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22 |
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; We would like to thank Araucaria Foundation and the National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq) who supported the funding and promoted the development of this study. ; |
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Most recent IF: 4.9; 2013 IF: 3.163 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:108954 |
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Hellar-Kihampa, H.; De Wael, K.; Lugwisha, E.; Govindan, M.; Covaci, A.; Van Grieken, R. |
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Spatial monitoring of organohalogen compounds in surface water and sediments of a rural-urban river basin in Tanzania |
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A1 Journal article |
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2013 |
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The science of the total environment |
Abbreviated Journal |
Sci Total Environ |
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447 |
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186-197 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Toxicological Centre |
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The presence of persistent organic pollutants in Tanzanian environment is not well monitored despite the existing pollution potential from a number of sources. In this study, we investigated for the first time, the concentration profiles of different organohalogen compounds such as organochlorine pesticide residues (OCPs), polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in environmental samples (water and sediments) from the Pangani river basin (PRB). The PRB is one of the largest drainage basins in Tanzania, with its watershed exposed to multiple input sources of trace organic contaminants. Surface water and sediments were sampled from 12 representative stations of diverse characteristics and land-use practices, in three distinct seasons, and extracted by liquidliquid and Soxhlet extraction methods, respectively. Water samples were analyzed by GC-ECD for OCPs only, while sediment samples were analyzed for OCPs, PCBs and PBDEs by GC/MS. Seven compounds, dominated by HCH isomers (5104460 pg/L) and DDT analogs (1601460 pg/L),were detected in the water samples. These concentrations are far below the WHO guidelines for drinking water quality. A total of 42 compounds (8 OCPs, 28 PCB congeners and 6 PBDE congeners) were detected in the sediment samples. Their respective total concentration ranges were 24510,230; 35711,000 and 382175 pg/g dry weight. The spatial distribution patterns and Hierarchical Cluster Analysis reflected the impact of historical agricultural usage in sugarcane plantations (OCPs), and urbanization (PCBs and PBDEs). Risk assessment using sediment quality guidelines indicated no ecotoxicological risks. The results we have found provide preliminary data on levels of the organic contaminants in Pangani river basin as a new insight on the environmental quality of the area. |
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2013-02-05 |
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0048-9697 |
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4.9 |
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42 |
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; This research project was funded by the International Foundation for Science (IFS, Project Number W/4945-1). The authors wish to acknowledge the contribution of the Pangani Basin Water Office (PBWO) in Moshi, Tanzania; especially Ms. Arafa Maggidi in provision of valuable information and assistance with the sampling campaigns, and Salim Lyimo in mapping of the study area. The contributions of Mr. Peter Machibya of the Department of Geology, University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania in sediment characterization; and Mr. Emmanuel Gwae, of the Government Chemists Laboratory Agency (GCLA) Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, for instrumental analysis of the water samples, are highly appreciated. Harieth Hellar-Kihampa acknowledges financial support from the Belgian Technical Agency (BTC). Govindan Malarvannan and Adrian Covaci acknowledge financial support from the University of Antwerp. ; |
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Most recent IF: 4.9; 2013 IF: 3.163 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:105260 |
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Buczyńska, A.J.; Krata, A.; Van Grieken, R.; Brown, A.; Polezer, G.; De Wael, K.; Potgieter-Vermaak, S. |
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Composition of PM2.5 and PM1 on high and low pollution event days and its relation to indoor air quality in a home for the elderly |
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A1 Journal article |
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2014 |
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The science of the total environment |
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Sci Total Environ |
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490 |
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134-143 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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Many studies probing the link between air quality and health have pointed towards associations between particulate matter (PM) exposure and decreased lung function, aggravation of respiratory diseases like asthma, premature death and increased hospitalisation admissions for the elderly and individuals with cardiopulmonary diseases. Of recent, it is believed that the chemical composition and physical properties of PM may contribute significantly to these adverse health effects. As part of a Belgian Science Policy project (Health effects of particulate matter in relation to physicalchemical characteristics and meteorology), the chemical composition (elemental and ionic compositions) and physical properties (PM mass concentrations) of PM were investigated, indoors and outdoors of old age homes in Antwerp. The case reported here specifically relates to high versus normal/low pollution event periods. PM mass concentrations for PM1 and PM2.5 fractions were determined gravimetrically after collection via impaction. These same samples were hence analysed by EDXRF spectrometry and IC for their elemental and ionic compositions, respectively. During high pollution event days, PM mass concentrations inside the old age home reached 53 μg m− 3 and 32 μg m− 3 whilst outside concentrations were 101 μg m− 3 and 46 μg m− 3 for PM2.5 and PM1, respectively. The sum of nss-sulphate, nitrate and ammonium, dominate the composition of PM, and contribute the most towards an increase in the PM during the episode days constituting 64% of ambient PM2.5 (52 μg m− 3) compared to 39% on non-episode days (10 μg m− 3). Other PM components, such as mineral dust, sea salt or heavy metals were found to be considerably higher during PM episodes but relatively less important. Amongst heavy metals Zn and Pb were found at the highest concentrations in both PM2.5 and PM1. Acidbase ionic balance equations were calculated and point to acidic aerosols during event days and acidic to alkaline aerosols during non-event days. No significant sources of indoor pollutants could be identified inside the old-age home as high correlations were found between outdoor and indoor PM, confirming mainly the outdoor origin of indoor air. |
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2014-05-21 |
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0048-9697 |
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4.9 |
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27 |
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; The work reported in this paper was financed by the Belgian Science Policy under the Science for Sustainable Development programme (SD/HE/01), the Flemish Scientific Fund (FWO:G.0873.11). We thank the direction and staff of the elderly homes for their support. The authors are thankful to the partners of the project Lotte Jacobs, Tim Nawrot and Benoit Nemery for taking care of project organization, Andy Delcoo, Jo Dewulf and Hugo De Backer from Royal Meteorological Institute, Brussels, Belgium for supplying the meteorological data. We acknowledge Dr. Laszlo Bencs for assistance regarding backward trajectory analyses and two reviewers for their constructive comments. The authors gratefully acknowledge the NOAA Air Resources Laboratory (ARL) for the provision of the HYSPLIT transport and dispersion model and/or READY website (http://www.ready.noaa.gov) used in this publication. ; |
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Most recent IF: 4.9; 2014 IF: 4.099 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:117005 |
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5544 |
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Anaf, W.; Bencs, L.; Van Grieken, R.; Janssens, K.; De Wael, K. |
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Indoor particulate matter in four Belgian heritage sites : case studies on the deposition of dark-colored and hygroscopic particles |
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A1 Journal article |
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2015 |
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The science of the total environment |
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Sci Total Environ |
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506 |
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361-368 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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Atmospheric total suspended particulate (TSP) was passively sampled by means of deployed horizontal and vertical filters in various rooms of four Belgian cultural heritage buildings, installed with various heating/ventilation systems. Soiling/blackening and deposition of inorganic, water-soluble aerosol components were considered. The extent of soiling was determined by means of two independent methods: (1) in terms of the covering rate of the samplers by optical reflection microscopy and (2) the reduction in lightness of the samplers using the CIE L*a*b* color space by spectrophotometry. A fairly good correlation was found between both methods. The inorganic composition of the deposited water-soluble TSP was quantified by means of ion chromatography. Compared to controlled environments, uncontrolled environments showed increased water-soluble aerosol content of the total deposited mass. Higher chloride deposition was observed on horizontal surfaces, compared to vertical surfaces. |
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2014-11-24 |
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0048-9697 |
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4.9 |
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12 |
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Most recent IF: 4.9; 2015 IF: 4.099 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:120640 |
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5662 |
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Ravindra, K.; Dirtu, A.C.; Mor, S.; Wauters, E.; Van Grieken, R. |
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Source apportionment and seasonal variation in particulate PAHs levels at a coastal site in Belgium |
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2020 |
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Environmental Science And Pollution Research |
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Environ Sci Pollut R |
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In the present study, estimation of the atmospheric polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) was done in particulate samples collected from De Haan, Belgium, during different seasons. The sampling site was situated very close to the north sea and far from the influence of local or industrial activities. The levels of PAHs depicted a distinct seasonal trend, being highest during the spring season. The observations of the study indicated a mean value of 2.6 ng m(-3) for concentration of all the 16 US EPA PAHs, thus being significantly lower when compared to results of previous studies focused on other sites. The dominating PAHs species reported were naphthalene, fluoranthene, benzo[a]anthracene, chrysene, and indeno[1,2,3c,d] pyrene. Assessment of the seasonal variation of the PAH levels was also done with respect to diagnostic ratio-based source identification, analysis of back trajectories, and principle component analysis. Burning of fossil fuels was observed to be the prominent source of atmospheric PAHs in the study area. Further, lifetime cancer risk assessment was performed to assess the detrimental health impacts on humans on being exposed to atmospheric PAHs. Particulate PAHs present in the ambient air of Belgium shows no carcinogenic health impacts. However, considering the industrial expansion in the region, efforts are required to prevent the environmental contamination of PAHs. |
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2020-02-15 |
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0944-1344; 1614-7499 |
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5.8 |
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Most recent IF: 5.8; 2020 IF: 2.741 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:167778 |
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6606 |
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Horemans, B.; Van Holsbeke, C.; Vos, W.; Darchuk, L.; Novakovic, V.; Fontan, A.C.; de Backer, J.; van Grieken, R.; de Backer, W.; De Wael, K. |
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Particle deposition in airways of chronic respiratory patients exposed to an urban aerosol |
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2012 |
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Environmental science and technology |
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Environ Sci Technol |
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46 |
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21 |
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12162-12169 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP) |
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Urban atmospheres in modern cities carry characteristic mixtures of particulate pollution which are potentially aggravating for chronic respiratory patients (CRP). Although air quality surveys can be detailed, the obtained information is not always useful to evaluate human health effects. This paper presents a novel approach to estimate particle deposition rates in airways of CRP, based on real air pollution data. By combining computational fluid dynamics with physical-chemical characteristics of particulate pollution, deposition rates are estimated for particles of different toxicological relevance, that is, minerals, iron oxides, sea salts, ammonium salts, and carbonaceous particles. Also, it enables some qualitative evaluation of the spatial, temporal, and patient specific effects on the particle dose upon exposure to the urban atmosphere. Results show how heavy traffic conditions increases the deposition of anthropogenic particles in the trachea and lungs of respiratory patients (here, +0.28 and +1.5 μg·h1, respectively). In addition, local and synoptic meteorological conditions were found to have a strong effect on the overall dose. However, the pathology and age of the patient was found to be more crucial, with highest deposition rates for toxic particles in adults with a mild anomaly, followed by mild asthmatic children and adults with severe respiratory dysfunctions (7, 5, and 3 μg·h1, respectively). |
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Easton, Pa |
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2012-10-04 |
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0013-936X;1520-5851; |
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6.198 |
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5 |
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; We are grateful for the financial support of n.v. Vooruitzicht. Furthermore, co-workers at the environmental analysis research group are acknowledged for their help in the fieldwork. ; |
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Most recent IF: 6.198; 2012 IF: 5.257 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:101411 |
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2557 |
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Bogaerts, A.; Schelles, W.; van Grieken, R. |
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Analysis of nonconducting materials by dc glow discharge spectrometry |
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2003 |
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293-315 |
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H3 Book chapter; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT); AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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Wiley |
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Chichester |
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Most recent IF: NA |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:40196 |
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101 |
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Janssens, K.; Bogaerts, A.; van Grieken, R. |
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Colloquium Spectroscopicum Internationale 34: a collection of papers presented at the Colloquium Spectroscopicum Internationale, Antwerp, Belgium, 4-9 September 2005 |
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ME3 Book as editor |
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2006 |
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ME3 Book as editor; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) |
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Elsevier |
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Amsterdam |
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Most recent IF: NA |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:61092 |
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