Air Pollutants

The impact of air pollution particles on insects is greater than previously thought and may be a driver of global declines in insect populations

Global COVID-19 pandemic restrictions provided a natural experiment in understanding the relationship between transport and air pollution

New research led by the University of Melbourne shows a link between premature birth and obstructive lung disease after age 50, particularly for smokers

Reducing ammonia emissions from agriculture will substantially benefit global health and can be done at low cost shows new research

Air pollution is already having devastating effects on human health, now a new study shows how particulate matter in the air is associated with premature deaths

Wood heating, gas cooking and heating in the home are linked to an increased risk of asthma and more rapid decline in lung function

This White Night festival, Melbournians can vicariously experience some of the world’s dirtiest air in the art installation, Pollution Pods. But how does it compare to the air we breathe in Australia?

New research finds that many inner Melbourne childcare centres are built close to busy roads, putting children near dangerous vehicle exhaust and highlighting the need for buffer zones

From our archives: What are the hidden hazards of everyday fragrances?

New research finds that living close to a major road increases your risk of asthma in middle age by around 50 per cent