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Author 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. pdf  doi
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  Title Healthy environment : indoor air quality of Brazilian elementary schools nearby petrochemical industry Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2013 Publication The science of the total environment Abbreviated Journal Sci Total Environ  
  Volume 463 Issue Pages 639-646  
  Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)  
  Abstract 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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  Language Wos 000325831200072 Publication Date 2013-07-07  
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  ISSN (down) 0048-9697 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles  
  Impact Factor 4.9 Times cited 22 Open Access  
  Notes ; 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. ; Approved Most recent IF: 4.9; 2013 IF: 3.163  
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:108954 Serial 5637  
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Author Idris, A.M.; Eltayeb, M.A.H.; Potgieter-Vermaak, S.S.; Van Grieken, R.; Potgieter, J.H. doi  openurl
  Title Assessment of heavy metals pollution in Sudanese harbours along the Red Sea Coast Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2007 Publication Microchemical journal Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 87 Issue 2 Pages 104-112  
  Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)  
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  Language Wos 000251750000003 Publication Date 2007-07-05  
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  ISSN (down) 0026-265x; 0026-265x ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles  
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  Notes Approved no  
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:66067 Serial 7504  
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Author Worobiec, A.; Potgieter-Vermaak, S.; Brooker, A.; Darchuk, L.; Stefaniak, E.; Van Grieken, R. doi  openurl
  Title Interfaced SEM/EDX and micro-Raman spectrometry for characterisation of heterogeneous environmental particles: fundamental and practical challenges Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2010 Publication Microchemical journal Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 94 Issue 1 Pages 65-72  
  Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP)  
  Abstract The molecular character of atmospheric particulate matter is of prime importance when interpreting air pollution trends and its subsequent influence on environmental monitoring and preventative conservation. The known methods of estimating the molecular composition normally involve elemental analysis of particles (both as bulk and computer controlled analyses of single particles) with subsequent multivariate analyses to clusterise the elements in groups of elements that are closely related to each other. With this approach one can at best suggest associations. Evidently the application of molecular spectroscopy in addition to elemental concentration profiles would provide intimate information regarding the nature of the particles and consequently their fate. This paper gives an overview of research performed in our laboratory and describes the optimisation of experimental parameters to use scanning electron microscopy with energy-dispersive X-ray detection (SEM/EDX) or electron probe X-ray microanalysis (EPXMA) in parallel with micro-Raman Spectrometry (MRS) to investigate single environmental particles. The challenges associated with the two stand-alone techniques are revealed and consequently those posed with an interfaced approach are discussed. Preliminary results, of an initial investigation of the SEM/EDX interfaced with MRS to ultra-fine heterogeneous environmental particles, are given.  
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  Language Wos 000273238800011 Publication Date 2009-09-10  
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  ISSN (down) 0026-265x; 0026-265x ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles  
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  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:79801 Serial 8114  
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Author Potgieter-Vermaak, S.S.; Potgieter, J.H.; Kruger, R.A.; Spolnik, Z.; Van Grieken, R. doi  openurl
  Title A characterisation of the surface properties of an ultra fine fly ash (UFFA) used in the polymer industry Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2005 Publication Fuel Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 84 Issue 18 Pages 2295-2300  
  Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)  
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  Language Wos 000233053100002 Publication Date 2005-06-28  
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  ISSN (down) 0016-2361 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles  
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  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:54564 Serial 7603  
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Author Jacobs, L.; Buczyńska, A.; Walgraeve, C.; Potgieter-Vermaak, S.; Van Grieken, R.; et al. pdf  doi
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  Title Acute changes in pulse pressure in relation to constituents of particulate air pollution in elderly persons Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2012 Publication Environmental research Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 117 Issue Pages 60-67  
  Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)  
  Abstract An increased pulse pressure (difference between systolic and diastolic blood pressure) suggests aortic stiffening. The objective of this study was to examine the acute effects of both particulate matter (PM) mass and composition on blood pressure, among elderly persons. We carried out a panel study in persons living in elderly homes in Antwerp, Belgium. We recruited 88 non-smoking persons, 70% women with a mean age of 83 years (standard deviation: 5.2). Blood pressure was measured and a blood sample was collected on two time points, which were chosen so that there was an exposure contrast in ambient PM exposure. The elemental content of the collected indoor and outdoor PM2.5 (particulate matter with an aerodynamic diameter <2.5 μm) mass concentration was measured. Oxygenated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (oxy-PAHs) on outdoor PM10 (particulate matter with an aerodynamic diameter <10 μm) were measured. Each interquartile range increase of 20.8 μg/m³ in 24-h mean outdoor PM2.5 was associated with an increase in pulse pressure of 4.0 mmHg (95% confidence interval: 1.86.2), in persons taking antihypertensive medication (n=57), but not in persons not using antihypertensive medication (n=31) (p for interaction: 0.02). Vanadium, iron and nickel contents of PM2.5 were significantly associated with systolic blood pressure and pulse pressure, among persons on antihypertensive medication. Similar results were found for indoor concentrations. Of the oxy-PAHs, chrysene-5,6-dione and benzo[a]pyrene-3,6-dione were significantly associated with increases in systolic blood pressure and pulse pressure. In elderly, pulse pressure was positively associated with acute increases in outdoor and indoor air pollution, among persons taking antihypertensive medication. These results might form a mechanistic pathway linking air pollution as a trigger of cardiovascular events.  
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  Language Wos 000307912900008 Publication Date 2012-06-18  
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  ISSN (down) 0013-9351; 1096-0953 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles  
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  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:102569 Serial 7418  
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Author Potgieter-Vermaak, S.S.; Potgieter, J.H.; Van Grieken, R. doi  openurl
  Title The application of Raman spectrometry to investigate and characterize cement: part I: a review Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2006 Publication Cement and concrete research Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 36 Issue 4 Pages 656-662  
  Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)  
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  Language Wos 000236781200006 Publication Date 2005-11-03  
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  ISSN (down) 0008-8846 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles  
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  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:57470 Serial 7482  
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Author Potgieter-Vermaak, S.S.; Potgieter, J.H.; Belleil, M.; DeWeerdt, F.; Van Grieken, R. doi  openurl
  Title The application of Raman spectrometry to the investigation of cement: part 2: a micro-Raman study of OPC, slag and fly ash Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2006 Publication Cement and concrete research Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 36 Issue 4 Pages 663-670  
  Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)  
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  Language Wos 000236781200007 Publication Date 2005-11-03  
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  ISSN (down) 0008-8846 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles  
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  Notes Approved no  
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:57471 Serial 7483  
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Author Potgieter-Vermaak, S.S.; Potgieter, J.H.; Worobiec, A.; Van Grieken, R.; Marjanovic, L.; Moeketsi, S. doi  openurl
  Title Fingerprinting of South African ordinary Portland cements, cement blends and mortars for identification purposes: discrimination with starplots and PCA Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2007 Publication Cement and concrete research Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 37 Issue 6 Pages 834-843  
  Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP)  
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  Language Wos 000247613800003 Publication Date 2007-02-26  
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  ISSN (down) 0008-8846 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles  
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  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:63909 Serial 7970  
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Author Potgieter-Vermaak, S.S.; Van Grieken, R. doi  openurl
  Title Preliminary evaluation of micro-Raman spectrometry for the characterization of individual aerosol particles Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2006 Publication Applied spectroscopy Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 60 Issue 1 Pages 39-47  
  Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)  
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  Language Wos 000234851900007 Publication Date 2006-01-23  
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  ISSN (down) 0003-7028 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles  
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  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:56074 Serial 8406  
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Author Worobiec, A.; Potgieter-Vermaak, S.S.; Berghmans, P.; Winkler, H.; Burger, R.; Van Grieken, R. doi  openurl
  Title Air particulate emissions in developing countries : a case study in South Africa Type A1 Journal article
  Year 2011 Publication Analytical letters Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 44 Issue 11 Pages 1907-1924  
  Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP)  
  Abstract Atmospheric aerosols were collected during the winter in Bethlehem, South Africa. The particulate mass concentrations, ambient carbon mass concentrations, and chemical composition of various particulate fractions showed that the area is highly polluted. The fine particle mass concentrations peaked at 1000 µg/m3 for PM2.5. Ambient carbon mass concentrations ranged from 20 to 40 µg/m3. Single particle analysis confirmed that the fine particle fraction was dominated by organic particles. The topographical conditions, causing a low inversion, together with the high amounts of emissions from biomass burning, result in unacceptable levels of air pollution and pose a considerable health threat to the population.  
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  Language Wos 000294602300006 Publication Date 2011-08-12  
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  ISSN (down) 0003-2719 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles; WoS full record; WoS citing articles  
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  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:91079 Serial 7429  
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Author Cardell, C.; Urosevic, M.; Sebastián-Pardo, E.; Horemans, B.; Kontozova-Deutsch, V.; Potgieter-Vermaak, S.; Bencs, L.; Anaf, K.W.; De Wael, K.; Van Grieken, R. isbn  openurl
  Title Risks of atmospheric aerosol for cultural heritage assets in Granada (Spain) Type H1 Book chapter
  Year 2013 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 45-49  
  Keywords H1 Book chapter; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)  
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  Notes ; The authors thank the 'Patronato de la Alhambra y Generalife' and the CEAMA. Financial support was provided by Andalusian Research Groups RNM-179 and Project CGL2012-30729. ; Approved Most recent IF: NA  
  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:111266 Serial 5819  
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Author Mmari, A.G.; Potgieter-Vermaak, S.S.; Uiso, C.B.S.; Makundi, I.N.; Potgieter, J.H.; Van Grieken, R. openurl 
  Title Corrosive marine atmosphere investigations in Tanzania: exposure sites and preliminary results Type A3 Journal article
  Year 2007 Publication Newsletter of the International Global Atmospheric Chemistry Project Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue 36 Pages 13-18  
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  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:65012 Serial 7739  
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Author Potgieter-Vermaak, S.; Van Grieken, R.; Potgieter, J.H. isbn  openurl
  Title Integrated analytical techniques for analysing individual environmental particles Type H2 Book chapter
  Year 2012 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 123-141 T2 - Spectroscopic properties of inorganic  
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  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:109314 Serial 8108  
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Author Van Grieken, R.; Darchuk, L.; Kontozova, V.; Potgieter-Vermaak, S.; van Meel, K.; Stefaniak, E.; Worobiec, A. isbn  openurl
  Title Integration of analysis techniques of different scales using X ray induced and electron induced X ray spectrometry for applications in preventive conservation and environmental monitoring Type H2 Book chapter
  Year 2011 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 53-56 T2 - Integration of nuclear spectrometry met  
  Keywords H2 Book chapter; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP)  
  Abstract In the past years, and also within the framework of this CRP, we have used a combination of several nuclear and non-nuclear techniques in fundamental research and especially in various applications. Most work has been done with energy-dispersive X ray fluorescence in combination with electron probe X ray microanalysis, but several other more common analysis techniques have been used as well. The applications have included mostly preventive conservation (e.g. characterisation of damaging atmospheric particles in many museums) and environmental monitoring (e.g. for atmospheric particles in relation to their health effects in outdoor and especially indoor environments). Fundamental aspects have been in the optimising of interfaced electron microprobe and Raman microprobe analysis and the evaluation of the potential of such an instrument for atmospheric aerosols; quite a few unexpected and unpredicted problems have appeared in the latter study.  
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  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:97169 Serial 8110  
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Author Potgieter-Vermaak, S.; Worobiec, A.; Darchuk, L.; Van Grieken, R. isbn  openurl
  Title Micro-Raman spectroscopy for the analysis of environmental particles Type H1 Book chapter
  Year 2011 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 193-208 T2 - Fundamentals and applications in aero  
  Keywords H1 Book chapter; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP)  
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  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:86614 Serial 8233  
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Author Van Grieken, R.; Potgieter-Vermaak, S.; Darchuk, L.; Worobiec, A. openurl 
  Title X ray fluorescence in member states: Belgium: integration of analysis techniques of different scales using X ray induced and electron induced X ray spectrometry for applications in preventive conservation and environmental monitoring Type A3 Journal article
  Year 2009 Publication XRF newsletter Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue 18 Pages 9-13  
  Keywords A3 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP)  
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  Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:81898 Serial 8766  
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