Exposure of primary schoolchildren to outdoor green spaces is linked to an improvement in their cognitive development, finds a new study, which is the first of its kind. The association may be partly explained by reductions in traffic-related air pollution (TRAP) near green areas.

Different modelling approaches are used to design and assess air quality plans across Europe. This study assessed the strengths and weaknesses of these different approaches. The researchers conclude that a large variety of models is in use, without a preferred or standard model having emerged yet. They identify integrating local-scale and large-scale models and verifying models with measurements as the most important challenges.

Researchers have published a paper providing evidence that a ‘cooling-off effect’ can lead to increased public acceptance of new environmental technologies over time. The scientists analysed survey results from over 1 000 respondents in Germany, using solar radiation management (SRM), a controversial climate-engineering technique, as a test case. They found that, following a cooling-off period of either one month, 12 months, or 18 months, acceptance of SRM increased significantly — and that the longer the cooling-off period, the larger the increase. These findings have far-reaching implications, both for the deployment of SRM and for climate policymakers seeking to more accurately measure the public acceptability of novel interventions.

High-throughput ‘omics’ technologies, which allow exact and synchronised study of thousands of DNA, RNA, proteins and other molecules, are rapidly becoming more advanced and affordable. As these technologies develop, it is becoming quicker, easier and more affordable to generate unprecedented amounts of biological data, much of which could usefully inform environmental management. So far, however, the application of omics information in environmental management has failed to keep pace with the rapid development of omics-based research, meaning there is untapped potential. A recent study highlights the value of bringing omics information into environmental management and outlines practical ways in which omics can contribute to the risk assessment and management of chemicals.

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MELFA – The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) invites the public to attend a hearing on Tuesday, August 28, to learn about and comment...

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CULPEPER — The Route 29 New Baltimore Advisory Group will hold its second meeting in Warrenton on Thursday to continue its discussions about improvements to improve safety and efficient movement of traffic on the Route 29 corridor between Warrenton and Prince William County.

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BRISTOL – In conjunction with the regularly scheduled fall transportation meeting for the Bristol District, the third and final meeting in the series to receive input on the I-81 Corridor Improvement Plan will be held on October 22 at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center located at One Partnership Circle in Abingdon.

COLONIAL HEIGHTS —The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will hold a public hearing for a proposed rehabilitation of the Route 46...

Proposed T-shaped intersection at Huguenot Trail, Huguenot Springs Rd. and Woolridge Rd. NORTH CHESTERFIELD —The Virginia Department of...

South Chesterfield, Va. — A Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) project began this week to widen Cedar Level Road between Cobblestone...

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SALEM – In conjunction with the regularly scheduled fall transportation meeting for the Salem District, the third and final meeting in the series to receive input on the I-81 Corridor Improvement Plan will be held on October 25 at the Holiday Inn Valley View located at 3315 Ordway Drive NW in Roanoke. Prior to the Interstate 81 meeting, the fall transportation meeting will start at 2 p.m.  Attendees can view displays to learn about transportation planning, interact with subject matter experts, and review the proposed local and regional projects that have been submitted for scoring through SMART SCALE, an objective, data-driven prioritization process to score projects according to critical transportation needs. The Interstate 81 meeting will begin at approximately 3 p.m. and will focus on recommended projects and funding sources.   Following a presentation, there will be an opportunity for the public to provide comments about the I-81 study. Individual formal comment will be limited to three minutes. Feedback will be considered as team members finalize the I-81 corridor study and prepare a draft plan report in the fall.  Recommendations will be presented to the Commonwealth Transportation Board (CTB) for adoption prior to the opening of the 2019 General Assembly session. For those who cannot attend the meeting, comments can be submitted as follows:  Fall Transportation Meeting I-81 Corridor Improvement Plan Meeting Meeting materials will be available October 15 at www.ctb.virginia.gov/planning/fallmeetings/   The comment period ends on December 13.   Highway Comments VDOT Infrastructure Investment Director, Mail :  1401 East Broad Street, Richmond VA, 23219 Email :  Six-YearProgram@VDOT.Virginia.gov   Rail and Public Transit Comments DRPT Public Information Officer Mail :  600 East Main Street, Suite 2102, Richmond, VA 23219 Email :  DRPTPR@DRPT.Virginia.gov   Meeting materials will be available October 18 at www.VA81Corridor.org      The comment period ends on November 30   Send comments to Ben Mannell at   Mail :  1401 East Broad Street, Richmond VA, 23219   Email :  VA81CorridorPlan@OIPI.Virginia.gov        

The Virginia Department of Transportation will hold a Citizen Information Meeting concerning improvements to the intersection of Route 262 (Woodrow Wilson Parkway) and Route 613 (Spring Hill Road) in Augusta County. The meeting will take place from 4 to 6 p.m., Thursday, November 8 in the South Board Room of the Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, VA 24482. VDOT will make a brief presentation at 4:15 p.m.

Cohabitating doesn't provide the same health benefits for gay couples that marriage does for straights.

Video: Teams from the Disaster Research Center (DRC) go to devastated locations to learn more about how lives may be saved in the future.

Neuroplasticity offers a powerful tool to improve well-being, experts say.

A few simple poses before and after a run can help improve energy and minimize injury.

New scientific evidence backs up the benefits of mindfulness meditation.

A new report suggests that while many countries are getting better at managing their tropical forests, deforestation remains a very real danger.

Gratitude is the cornerstone of Thanksgiving, but research suggests it's also an important building block for mental and physical health.

Two major home improvement retailers in the U.K. pledge to pull gardening products containing bee-harming insecticides from their shelves.

Balance is tied to both strength and overall physical health, here are some exercises for any fitness level.

Falling levels of air pollution have resulted in a drop in California's dense tule fog.

Physicists have gotten a first look at the way electrons spin in a tiny diamond wire, and it could mean big things for computer technology.

Feeling wheezy after buying a new sofa? Struggling with cat pee smell? Not to worry, your air-purifying hardwood flooring should take care of it.

NASA studied houseplants as a way to purify the air in space facilities, here are the plants that improve your indoor air quality best.

Despite an uptick in public spending, 30% of city residents live more than a 10-minute walk from the nearest park, according to the 2018 City Park Facts report.

'Tis the season to mend, modify, repair, tidy-up and perform (not too strenuous) energy- and water-saving tweaks around the house.

Now through the end of March, the sale of LED bulbs at IKEA will help to make refugee camps safer and more secure and for the families living in them.

Even subtle changes of scenery can have dramatic effects on our mental and physical health, a growing field of research suggests.

Brighter Living with Jill Cordes: Make your drive to work a little more green.

Kale isn't the only super food on the block, these super berries are superfoods packed with nutrition.

Study shows fuel efficiency hasn't changed much since 1923, but emissions are way down.

Those so-called comfort foods aren't doing you any favors.

The new connected hearing aids make everything better, not just your hearing.

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Want to have a more obedient and more affectionate dog? It all begins with how connected you are as a team.

The benefits of mindfulness keep piling up, from growing grey matter to helping you master your emotional responses.

Allows real-time capturing of "changes that affect quality" of 4Ms in production fluctuations, and assisting efficient improvement activities.(Q-upNavi Series)

If you are concerned about the air quality in your home, the good news is that there are things that you can do about it to make it better. Below are a few helpful tips that you can use for helping your home’s indoor air quality to be the best possible.

Now that you have been in your home for a few years and you have established some equity, you may be considering doing some home improvement with a second mortgage.

How well is your website performing? Are you satisfied with the amount of customers who view your website? Do you get enough business through your website? By reading this article you will be in a position to do something about all three questions.

An obvious benefits of scalp massage is increased circulation. The increased blood flow helps to nourish the follicle. The scalp depends on blood flow to bring oxygen and nutrients to the hair follicles.

When building a new home, adding on an extension or even just a simple remodel within your home, you should always consider your local environment to maximize the efficiency of every aspect of your project.

When you put your home on a selling list, a prudent buyer will first inspect your kitchen to get an overall idea about the place. Which speaks volumes about the importance of a beautiful kitchen. However, apart from the selling perspective, there are many reasons why your kitchen should always maintain a sparkling look.