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Author van Dyck, K.; Robberecht, H.; van Cauwenbergh, R.; Deelstra, H.; Arnaud, J.; Willemyns, L.; Benijts, F.; Centeno, J.A.; Taylor, H.; Soares, M.E.; Bastos, M.L.; Ferreira, M.A.; d'Haese, P.C.; Lamberts, L.V.; Hoenig, M.; Knapp, G.; Lugowski, S.J.; Moens, L.; Riondato, J.; Van Grieken, R.; Claes, M.; Verheyen, R.; Clement, L.; Uytterhoeven, M.
Title Spectrometric determination of silicon in food and biological samples: an interlaboratory trial Type A1 Journal article
Year 2000 Publication Journal of analytical atomic spectrometry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 15 Issue 6 Pages 735-741
Keywords A1 Journal article; Behavioural Ecology & Ecophysiology; Pathophysiology; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract Accuracy and precision of silicon determination in biological matrices (serum, urine, water, beer and spinach) by spectrometric techniques (when necessary after acid destruction) were assessed by means of a collaborative interlaboratory trial. The trial was set up in accordance with ISO 5725-2 (1994). The relative overall repeatability standard deviation was acceptable. It varied between 4% for spinach powder (mean content: 176 mg kg(-1)) and 11% for serum (mean content: 5.33 mg L-1). On the other hand, the relative overall between-laboratory standard deviation was found to vary from a satisfactorily 15% for spinach after destruction (mean content: 3.32 mg L-1) to an unacceptable 107% for spinach powder (mean content: 176 mg kg(-1)). The overall conclusion of the trial was that silicon determination in biological matrices can properly be performed by spectrometric techniques. However, when sample pretreatment (i.e., acid destruction) is needed prior to silicon determination problems still remain.
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Language Wos 000087419300025 Publication Date 2002-07-26
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ISSN (up) 0267-9477 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:27841 Serial 8574
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Author Potgieter-Vermaak, S.; Rotondo, G.; Novacovic, V.; Rollins, S.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Component-specific toxic concerns of the inhalable fraction of urban road dust Type A1 Journal article
Year 2012 Publication Environmental geochemistry and health Abbreviated Journal
Volume 34 Issue 6 Pages 689-696
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract Continuous global urbanisation causes an ever-growing ecological footprint of pollution. Road dust (RD), one of these pollutants, poses a health concern due to carcinogenic and toxic components potentially present in the micron-sized fractions. The literature reports on the concentrations of trace, toxic metals and metalloids present in RD (Hooker and Nathanail in Chem Geol 226:340-351, 2006), but the literature on its molecular composition is limited. Recent reports on the bioaccessibility of platinum group metals are also reported (Colombo et al. in Chem Geol 226:340-351, 2008). In vitro and animal toxicological studies confirmed that the chemical composition of inhaled particles plays a major role in its toxic, genotoxic and carcinogenic mechanisms, but the component-specific toxic effects are still not understood. Particle-bound airborne transition metals can also lead to the production of reactive oxygen species in lung tissue; a special concern amongst particularly susceptible cohorts (children and elderly). The characterisation of the molecular composition of the fine fraction is evidently of importance for public health. During a pilot study, partially characterised size-fractioned RD samples (Barrett et al. in Eviron Sci Technol 44:2940-2946, 2010) were analysed for their elemental concentration using X-ray fluorescence spectrometry and inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry. In addition, separately dispersed particles (200 particles per size fraction) were analysed individually by means of computer-controlled electron probe X-ray micro-analysis (CC-EPXMA) and their molecular structure probed by studying elemental associations. These were correlated with micro-Raman spectroscopy (MRS) results. It was found that the fine fraction (< 38 mu m) had the highest Pb (238 ppm) and Cr (171 ppm) concentrations. The CC-EPXMA data showed > 50 % association of Cr-rich particles with Pb, and the MRS data showed that the Cr was mostly present as lead chromate and therefore in the Cr(VI) oxidation state. Concentrations of both Pb and Cr decreased substantially (279 (< 38 mu m)-13 ppm (< 1 mm); 171 (< 38 mu m)-91 ppm (< 1 mm), respectively) in the larger fractions. Apart from rather alarmingly high concentrations of oxidative stressors (Cu, Fe, Mn), the carcinogenic and toxic potential of the inhalable fraction is evident. Preliminary bioaccessibility data indicated that both Cr and Pb are readily mobilised in artificial lysosomal liquid and up to 19 % of Cr and 47 % of Pb were released.
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Language Wos 000310540300005 Publication Date 2012-09-28
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ISSN (up) 0269-4042 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:102135 Serial 7699
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Author Bencs, L.; Ravindra, K.; de Hoog, J.; Spolnik, Z.; Bleux, N.; Berghmans, P.; Deutsch, F.; Roekens, E.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Appraisal of measurement methods, chemical composition and sources of fine atmospheric particles over six different areas of Northern Belgium Type A1 Journal article
Year 2010 Publication Environmental pollution Abbreviated Journal
Volume 158 Issue 11 Pages 3421-3430
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract Daily and seasonal variation in the total elemental, organic carbon (OC) and elemental carbon (EC) content and mass of PM2.5 were studied at industrial, urban, suburban and agricultural/rural areas. Continuous (optical Dustscan, standard tapered element oscillating micro-balance (TEOM), TEOM with filter dynamics measurement system), semi-continuous (Partisol filter-sampling) and non-continuous (Dekati-impactor sampling and gravimetry) methods of PM2.5 mass monitoring were critically evaluated. The average elemental fraction accounted for 26% of the PM2.5 mass measured by gravimetry. Metals, like K, Mn, Fe, Cu, Zn and Pb were strongly inter-correlated, also frequently with non-metallic elements (P, S, Cl and/or Br) and EC/OC. A high OC/EC ratio (29) was generally observed. The total carbon content of PM2.5 ranged between 3 and 77% (averages: 1232%), peaking near industrial/heavy trafficked sites. Principal component analysis identified heavy oil burning, ferrous/non-ferrous industry and vehicular emissions as the main sources of metal pollution. This work compares various aerosol monitoring methods to characterize PM2.5 over six locations of different anthropogenic activities over Northern Belgium.
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Language Wos 000282563200009 Publication Date 2010-08-23
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ISSN (up) 0269-7491; 1873-6424 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:84237 Serial 7488
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Author Roekens, E.; Bleyen, C.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Sulphite and sulphate concentrations in weathering products of sandy limestone and in deposition samples Type A1 Journal article
Year 1989 Publication Environmental pollution Abbreviated Journal
Volume 57 Issue 4 Pages 289-298
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract The sulphite and sulphate concentrations in weathering products of limestone and in wet and total deposition samples were measured by the modified West-Gaeke method and by ion chromatography. The sulphite content in the weathering crust and in the runoff rainwater of two historical buildings in Belgium, was always much lower than the sulphate content. The maximum sulphite to sulphate ratio was 2·5%. The sulphite concentration in wet and total deposition samples was in the low or sub ppm range except during two misty periods when the sulphite concentration was 6·8 and 21 mg litre−1. In those samples a high sulphate concentration was also found (nl. 57 and 137 mg litre−1, respectively).
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Language Wos A1989U130000003 Publication Date 2003-09-12
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ISSN (up) 0269-7491; 1873-6424 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116814 Serial 8621
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Author Bencs, L.; Horemans, B.; Buczyńska, A.J.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Uneven distribution of inorganic pollutants in marine air originating from ocean-going ships Type A1 Journal article
Year 2017 Publication Environmental pollution Abbreviated Journal
Volume 222 Issue Pages 226-233
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract The distribution of mass, water-soluble inorganic salts and mineral elements of size-segregated aerosols (PM1, PM2.5-1 and PM10-2.5), precursor gaseous pollutants, black carbon, and nanoparticles (10-300 nm size range) at the Southern Bight of the North Sea has been studied. The concentrations of air pollutants peaked over shipping lanes, open-water anchorage areas and frequently navigated waters, due to the presence of mobile emission sources. A considerable decrease in air pollutant levels was seen when diverting from these marine areas towards remote or coastal banks. These findings showed the rapid dispersion of pollutants in the marine air. The nano-aerosol count, originating from ocean-going ships, peaked at lower average aerodynamic diameters (e.g., approximate to 28 nm) than those, observed from low displacement vessels (45-50 nm, e.g., for fishing boats). The average diameter of nano-PM depended also on weather conditions, e.g., it was higher (approximate to 50 nm) in air of higher humidity. (C) 2016 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
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Language Wos 000395360900028 Publication Date 2017-01-06
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ISSN (up) 0269-7491; 1873-6424 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:142516 Serial 8710
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Author Semenov, M.Y.; Khodzher, T.V.; Obolkin, V.A.; Domysheva, V.M.; Golobokova, L.P.; Kobeleva, N.A.; Netsvetaeva, O.G.; Potemkin, V.L.; Van Grieken, R.; Fukuzaki, N.
Title Assessing the acidification risk in the Lake Baikal region Type A1 Journal article
Year 2006 Publication Chemistry and ecology Abbreviated Journal
Volume 22 Issue 1 Pages 1-11
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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Language Wos 000236110800001 Publication Date 2006-03-02
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ISSN (up) 0275-7540 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:56510 Serial 7496
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Author Hellar-Kihampa, H.; Potgieter-Vermaak, S.; van Meel, K.; Gatto Rotondo, G.; Kishimba, M.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Elemental composition of bottom-sediments from Pangani river basin, Tanzania : lithogenic and anthropogenic sources Type A1 Journal article
Year 2012 Publication Toxicological and environmental chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 94 Issue 3 Pages 525-544
Keywords A1 Journal article; Pharmacology. Therapy; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract River-bed sediments from the Pangani basin, Tanzania, were characterized for elemental compositions, following contamination risks from rapid expansions of human activities in the area. Samples were collected during two individual seasons and analyzed by high-polarizing beam energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF) for eight major and 14 trace elements. Evaluation of enrichment factors (EFs) was used to investigate the elemental flux and assess the contributions of natural and anthropogenic influences. The abundances of the major elements followed the order Si > Al > Fe > Ca > K > Ti > Mn > P, similar to that of the upper earth's crust, and were generally from the weathering of the bed-rock. The high concentrations of typical anthropogenic trace-elements (Cr < 160 mg kg−1, V < 85 mg kg−1, Ni < 60 mg kg−1, Cu < 87 mg kg−1, La < 90 mg kg−1) coupled with high EFs (>2) in some locations indicated contamination associated with agricultural and industrial activities. Factor analysis extracted five principal components that contributed to 96.0% of the total observed variance. The results indicated that river-bed sediments of the Pangani basin were influenced to a larger extent by lithogenic sources than anthropogenic impacts.
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Language Wos 000304276100007 Publication Date 2012-01-16
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ISSN (up) 0277-2248 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:97080 Serial 7889
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Author Van Dyck, P.; Storms, H.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Automated quantitative electron-microprobe analysis of particulate material Type A1 Journal article
Year 1984 Publication Journal de physique Abbreviated Journal
Volume 45 Issue C:2 Pages 781-784
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract An automated electron microprobe, equipped with an energy-dispersive X-ray spectrometer and an additional backscattered electron signal digitalization system, can allow rapid sizing and major element analysis on numerous particles. A software package has been developed to exploit the particle size and shape information to achieve quantitative analysis of single particles, and to compare the performance of the different matrix correction procedures.
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Language Wos A1984SQ01400181 Publication Date 2007-08-21
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ISSN (up) 0302-0738 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:113620 Serial 7540
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Author Verbueken, A.H.; Jacob, W.A.; Frederik, P.M.; Busing, W.M.; Hersten, R.C.; Van Grieken, R.E.
Title Doped albumin : stndardization possibilities for LAMMA-analysis of thin freeze-dried cryosections of biological tissue Type A1 Journal article
Year 1984 Publication Journal de physique Abbreviated Journal
Volume 45 Issue C:2 Pages 561-564
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116708 Serial 7823
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Author Bruynseels, F.; Storms, H.; Van Grieken, R.
Title LAMMA and electron-microprobe analysis of atmospheric aerosols Type A1 Journal article
Year 1984 Publication Journal de physique Abbreviated Journal
Volume 45 Issue C:2 Pages 785-788
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract A laser microprobe mass analyser and a highly automated electron probe X-ray microanalysis unit have been used to study the elemental composition, inorganic speciation and morphology of atmospheric aerosols collected at various remote to polluted and marine to continental locations.
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Language Wos A1984SQ01400182 Publication Date 2007-08-21
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:113621 Serial 8148
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Author de Broe, M.E.; van de Vijver, F.L.; Bekaert, A.B.; d'Haese, P.; Paulus, G.J.; Visser, W.J.; Van Grieken, R.; de Wolff, F.A.; Verbueken, A.H.
Title Correlation of serum aluminium values with tissue aluminium concentration Type A1 Journal article
Year 1984 Publication Contributions to nephrology Abbreviated Journal
Volume 38 Issue Pages 37-46
Keywords A1 Journal article; Pharmacology. Therapy; Pathophysiology; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP)
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116703 Serial 7735
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Author Verbueken, A.H.; van de Vijver, F.L.; Nouwen, E.J.; Van Grieken, R.E.; de Broe, M.E.
Title Localization of aluminum in tissues Type A1 Journal article
Year 1988 Publication Contributions to nephrology Abbreviated Journal
Volume 64 Issue Pages 124-133
Keywords A1 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:116808 Serial 8181
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Author van de Vijver, F.L.; Vanheule, A.O.; Verbueken, A.H.; Van Grieken, R.; d'Haese, P.; Visser, W.J.; Bekaert, A.B.; Buyssens, N.; de Broe, M.E.
Title Patterns of iron storage in patients with severe renal failure Type A1 Journal article
Year 1984 Publication Contributions to nephrology Abbreviated Journal
Volume 38 Issue Pages 153-166
Keywords A1 Journal article; Pharmacology. Therapy; Pathophysiology; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP)
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116707 Serial 8366
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Author Deutsch, F.; Vankerkom, J.; Janssen, L.; Janssen, S.; Bencs, L.; Van Grieken, R.; Fierens, F.; Dumont, G.; Mensink, C.
Title Modelling concentrations of airborne primary and secondary PM10 and PM2.5 with the BelEUROS-model in Belgium Type A1 Journal article
Year 2008 Publication Ecological modelling Abbreviated Journal
Volume 217 Issue 3/4 Pages 230-239
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract The Eulerian Chemistry-Transport Model BelEUROS was used to calculate the concentrations of airborne PM10 and PM2.5 over Europe. Both primary as well as secondary particulate matter in the respirable size-range was taken into account. Especially PM2.5 aerosols are often formed in the atmosphere from gaseous precursor compounds. Comprehensive computer codes for the calculation of gas phase chemical reactions and thermodynamic equilibria between compounds in the gas-phase and the particulate phase had been implemented into the BelEUROS-model. Calculated concentrations of PM10 and PM2.5 are compared to observations, including both the spatial and daily, temporal distribution of particulate matter in Belgium for certain monitoring locations and periods. The concentrations of the secondary compounds ammonium, nitrate and sulfate have also been compared to observed values. BeIEUROS was found to reproduce the observed concentrations rather well. The model was applied to assess the contribution of emissions derived from the sector agriculture in Flanders, the northern part of Belgium, to PM10- and PM2.5-concentrations. The results demonstrate the importance of ammonia emissions in the formation of secondary particulate matter. Hence, future European emission abatement policy should consider more the role of ammonia in the formation of secondary particles
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Language Wos 000259842900004 Publication Date 2008-07-18
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:70073 Serial 8268
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Author Damla, N.; Čevik, U.; Kobya, A.I.; Celik, A.; Van Grieken, R.; Kobya, Y.
Title Characterization of gas concrete materials used in buildings of Turkey Type A1 Journal article
Year 2009 Publication Journal of hazardous materials Abbreviated Journal
Volume 168 Issue 2/3 Pages 681-687
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract The activity concentration of 226Ra, 232Th and 40K in gas concrete samples collected from different suppliers and some provinces in Turkey were measured using gamma-ray spectrometry. Knowledge of radioactivity in gas concrete used in building materials enables one to assess any possible radiological risks to human health. The mean activity concentrations observed in the gas concrete samples were 82.0, 28.2 and 383.9 Bq kg−1 for 226Ra, 232Th and 40K, respectively. The radium equivalent activity, external and internal hazard indices as well as terrestrial absorbed dose and annual effective dose rate was calculated. The results indicate that the radium equivalent activity values of gas concrete samples are lower than the limit of 370 Bq kg−1, equivalent to a gamma-dose of 1.5 mSv y−1. Moreover, mass attenuation coefficients were measured in some gas concrete samples. It was found that the mass attenuation coefficients decreased with increasing photon energies. Also, chemical compositions and structural analysis (XRD and SEM) of the gas concrete samples were investigated.
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Language Wos 000268200700014 Publication Date 2009-02-26
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ISSN (up) 0304-3894 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:77256 Serial 7621
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Author Stefaniak, E.A.; Alsecz, A.; Frost, R.; Máthé, Z.; Sajó, I.E.; Török, S.; Worobiec, A.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Combined SEM/EDX and micro-Raman spectroscopy analysis of uranium minerals from a former uranium mine Type A1 Journal article
Year 2009 Publication Journal of hazardous materials Abbreviated Journal
Volume 168 Issue 1 Pages 416-423
Keywords A1 Journal article; Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP); AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract Samples of the secondary uranium minerals collected in the abandoned uranium mine at Pecs (Hungary) were investigated by two micro-techniques: scanning electron microscopy (SEM/EDX) and micro-Raman spectroscopy (MRS). They were applied to locate U-rich particles and identify the chemical form and oxidation state of the uranium compounds. The most abundant mineral was a K and/or Na uranyl sulphate (zippeite group). U(VI) was also present in the form showing intensive Raman scattering at 860 cm−1 which can be attributed to uranium trioxide. This research has shown the successful application of micro-Raman spectroscopy for the identification of uranyl mineral species on the level of individual particles.
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Language Wos 000267567600060 Publication Date 2009-02-22
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:77032 Serial 7681
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Author Damla, N.; Čevik, U.; Kobya, A.I.; Celik, A.; Celik, N.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Radiation dose estimation and mass attenuation coefficients of cement samples used in Turkey Type A1 Journal article
Year 2010 Publication Journal of hazardous materials Abbreviated Journal
Volume 176 Issue 1/3 Pages 644-649
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract Different cement samples commonly used in building construction in Turkey have been analyzed for natural radioactivity using gamma-ray spectrometry. The mean activity concentrations observed in the cement samples were 52, 40 and 324 Bq kg−1 for 226Ra, 232Th and 40K, respectively. The measured activity concentrations for these radionuclides were compared with the reported data of other countries and world average limits. The radiological hazard parameters such as radium equivalent activities (Raeq), gamma index (Iγ) and alpha index (Iα) indices as well as terrestrial absorbed dose and annual effective dose rate were calculated and compared with the international data. The Raeq values of cement are lower than the limit of 370 Bq kg−1, equivalent to a gamma dose of 1.5 mSv y−1. Moreover, the mass attenuation coefficients were determined experimentally and calculated theoretically using XCOM in some cement samples. Also, chemical compositions analyses of the cement samples were investigated.
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Language Wos 000274839700087 Publication Date 2009-11-20
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:80671 Serial 8448
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Author Stroobants, N.; Dehairs, F.; Goeyens, L.; Vanderheijden, N.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Barite formation in the Southern Ocean water column Type A1 Journal article
Year 1991 Publication Marine chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 35 Issue Pages 411-421
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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Language Wos A1991GZ58500031 Publication Date 2009-09-04
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ISSN (up) 0304-4203; 1872-7581 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:664 Serial 7550
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Author Belmans, F.; Van Grieken, R.; Brügmann, L.
Title Geochemical characterization of recent sediments in the Baltic Sea by bulk and electron microprobe analysis Type A1 Journal article
Year 1993 Publication Marine chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 42 Issue Pages 223-236
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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Language Wos A1993LK11300006 Publication Date 2003-08-08
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:6255 Serial 7994
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Author Bernard, P.C.; Van Grieken, R.E.; Brügmann, L.
Title Geochemistry of suspended matter from the baltic sea : 1 : results of individual particle characterization by automated electron microprobe Type A1 Journal article
Year 1989 Publication Marine chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 26 Issue 2 Pages 155-177
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract Automated electron probe X-ray microanalysis was used to characterize some 15 000 individual suspension particles from 50 samples of suspended matter collected from different depths at 18 stations throughout the Baltic Sea and the transient area to the North Sea. For each particle, 14 minor and major elements were determined and size information data were obtained. To process this huge amount of results, multivariate analysis techniques were invoked: the particles were classified into specific types and the abundance variations of these groups were studied. It appeared that 80% of all investigated particles contained mostly silicon, and seemed to consist of quartz, and K-rich and Fe-rich aluminosilicates. The abundance of BaSO4 particles averaged 5% throughout the Baltic Sea, but amounted to up to 44% at some stations. The abundance of the Fe-rich particles varied significantly with location and depth, and averaged ∼ 4%. They were often found to be associated with significant amounts of P. Both of these particle types and the Mn-rich particles are thought to be mainly authigenic. Calcium carbonate particles are more abundant towards the North Sea (which seems to act as a source). Principal component analysis of the data revealed that most of the compositional variability can be explained by differences between deep and surface waters and by the influences of inflowing North Sea waters. Additional information about the types and sources of the suspended matter in the Baltic Sea was gained from the comparison and correlation of the single particle results with different fractions of the bulk concentrations of elements such as Al, Ca, Mn, Fe, Zn and Ba.
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Language Wos A1989T986200005 Publication Date 2003-08-08
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116699 Serial 7995
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Author Brügmann, L.; Bernard, P.C.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Geochemistry of suspended matter from the Baltic Sea: 2: results of bulk trace metal analysis by AAS Type A1 Journal article
Year 1992 Publication Marine chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 38 Issue Pages 303-323
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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Language Wos A1992JE94400008 Publication Date 2003-08-08
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:2836 Serial 7996
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Author Wegrzynek, D.; Jambers, W.; Van Grieken, R.; Eisma, D.
Title Individual particle analysis of Western Mediterranean sediment cores, Rhône suspended matter and Sahara aerosols: investigation of inputs to the sediments Type A1 Journal article
Year 1997 Publication Marine chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 57 Issue Pages 25-40
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:18778 Serial 8079
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Author Roekens, E.J.; Van Grieken, R.E.
Title Kinetics of iron(II) oxidation in seawater of various pH Type A1 Journal article
Year 1983 Publication Marine chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 13 Issue 3 Pages 195-202
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract The rate of iron(II) oxidation in North Sea water of pH 5.510 in the range 1025°C has been studied. The oxygenation rate depends linearly on the iron(II) and dissolved oxygen concentrations. The second-order dependence on [OH−], found by several investigators for synthetic solutions, was confirmed in seawater, but only for pOH > 6.9. For pOH < 5.9 the rate appeared to be independent of the pOH. In the intermediate range, pOH 5.96.9, corresponding to the natural pH of seawater, a first-order dependence on the pOH is obeyed. The important discrepancy in the literature between the second-order rate constant for NaCHO3 solutions and for seawater can be attributed predominantly to the incorrect assumption of a second-order pOH dependence in natural seawater. The results can be useful, for example, in predicting the effect of dumping acidic iron waste from the titanium-dioxide industry into the ocean.
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Language Wos A1983RD52600003 Publication Date 2003-08-08
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116695 Serial 8140
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Author Roekens, E.J.; Van Grieken, R.E.
Title Kinetics of iron(II) oxidation in seawater of various pH : reply Type A1 Journal article
Year 1984 Publication Marine chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 15 Issue 3 Pages 281-284
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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Language Wos A1984TZ60600009 Publication Date 2003-08-08
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116711 Serial 8141
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Author Jambers, W.; Dekov, V.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Single particle characterisation of inorganic and organic North Sea suspension Type A1 Journal article
Year 1999 Publication Marine chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 67 Issue Pages 17-32
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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Language Wos 000082709500002 Publication Date 2002-07-25
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:27581 Serial 8536
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Author Van Grieken, R.; Worobiec, A.
Title X-ray spectrometry for preventive conservation of cultural heritage Type A1 Journal article
Year 2011 Publication Pramåna: a journal of physics Abbreviated Journal
Volume 72 Issue 2 Pages 191-200
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP)
Abstract Analytical chemistry does play a key role in the chemical characterization of the environment and it appears that X-ray spectrometry, in its many forms, is one of the most relevant analytical techniques in preventive conservation, as it is in cultural heritage research in general. X-ray spectrometry has indeed been the method of choice for the characterization of the inorganic composition of atmospheric aerosols, for a long time. We have, over the last decade, intensively used various forms of X-ray spectrometry, viz., mostly energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescence, e.g. with polarized high-energy beam excitation, and automated electron probe X-ray microanalysis, together with other techniques, to identify particle types and their sources in indoor environments, including museums, while gaseous indoor pollutants were assessed using passive diffusion samplers. In each case, both bulk aerosols and individual aerosol particles were studied. For microanalysis of single particles, we have investigated a dozen techniques, but for wide, real-life applications, automated electron probe X-ray microanalysis is the most rewarding. We have first studied atmospheric aerosols in and around the Correr Museum in Venice, many other museums in Austria, Japan and England, and in the caves with prehistoric rock paintings in Altamira, Spain. Very recently, measurements were done in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and theWawel Castle in Cracow, in Italian and Polish mountain churches, in a number of museums in Belgium and the Netherlands, and in cathedrals with medieval stained glass windows. In the Correr museum, it appeared that the particles most threatening for the Bellini paintings were released by the deteriorating plaster renderings, and this could be avoided by simply improving the rendering on the museum walls. In the Wawel Castle, outdoor pollution particles, like fine soot from diesel traffic, entering via leaks in the windows and doors, and also street-deicing salts and coal burning pollution particles, brought in by visitors, mostly in winter, were found to be most worrisome. Urgent questions that are not solved at this moment pertain to the deposition processes from the atmosphere to the cultural heritage items, the critical surface interactions that take place on these items, and the establishment of suitable particle concentration standards.
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Language Wos 000288861000002 Publication Date 2011-05-20
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ISSN (up) 0304-4289; 0973-7111 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:87025 Serial 8785
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Author Verbueken, A.H.; Bruynseels, F.J.; Van Grieken, R.E.
Title Laser microprobe mass analysis : a review of applications in the life sciences Type A3 Journal article
Year 1985 Publication Biomedical mass spectrometry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 12 Issue 9 Pages 438-463
Keywords A3 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract The characteristics and analytical utility of laser microprobe mass analysis (LAMMA) are described and evaluated, and a short history of this recent microanalytical technique is presented. A review of the areas of application of LAMMA and related laser microprobes is presented with special emphasis on applications in the life sciences.
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Language Wos Publication Date 2005-05-31
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116722 Serial 8153
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Author Verbueken, A.H.; Van Grieken, R.E.; Paulus, G.J.; Verpooten, G.A.; de Broe, M.E.
Title Laser microprobe mass spectrometry of platinum in dog kidney after cisplatin adminstration Type A3 Journal article
Year 1984 Publication Biomedical mass spectrometry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 11 Issue 4 Pages 159-163
Keywords A3 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP)
Abstract By means of laser microprobe mass analysis (LAMMA) platinum was detected in the renal proximal tubular cells of a dog that had been intravenously adminstered the antitumor drug cisplatin (5 mg per kg body weight). No definite subcellular localization of the heavy metal was obtained. Sample prparation and analytical features are examined to increase spatial resolution of analysis while maintaining sufficient detection efficiency. The LAMMA method is destructive, but the amount and type of evaporated material can readily be determined when using LAMMA in combination with transmission electron microscopy. Instrumental optimization and standardization of mass signals is possible by using platinum-loaded, ion chelating resin beads embedded and sectioned with the tissue.
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Language Wos Publication Date 2005-05-28
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116712 Serial 8165
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Author 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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Language Wos 000329774500007 Publication Date 2013-05-24
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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. ; Approved Most recent IF: 1.208; 2014 IF: 1.295
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:109234 Serial 5547
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Author Wonders, J.H.A.M.; Houweling, S.; de Bont, F.A.J.; van Leeuwen, H.P.; Eeckhaoudt, S.M.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Characterization of aerosol-associated lead by DPASV and LAMMA Type A1 Journal article
Year 1994 Publication International journal of environmental analytical chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 56 Issue Pages 193-205
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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Language Wos A1994PF99800002 Publication Date 2007-07-07
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:9514 Serial 7611
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