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Wildfires in the Wildland Urban Interface: A Growing Public Health Challenge

This edition of Foresight dives into the public health impacts of wildfires in the WUI, the importance of characterizing pollutants of WUI fires, and the research being done by CIRI to clearly define and further scientific knowledge on the issue.

May 31, 2024

Wildfire smoke is seen from the suburb neighbourhood

Press Release

CIRI Examines Dust and Ash from Devastating Hawaiian Wildfires

Chemical Insights Research Institute applies cutting edge technologies to evaluate the toxicity of burn-impacted land areas affected by the August 2023 Lahaina wildfires.

May 20, 2024

CIRI Webinar

Invitation

Register for CIRI’s June 13 Webinar

We will define and describe the WUI and its uniquely toxic fires and subsequent health effects, share strategies for mitigating risks and preparing communities in the WUI, and give attendees a path to answer today’s challenging questions.

May 08, 2024

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Newsletter

Extreme Weather and Resiliency for Health

Check out this month's edition that covers Extreme Weather and Resiliency for Health. We present the associated public health issues and discuss CIRI's research.

Apr 30, 2024

News Alert

Pilot study on IAQ Related to 3D Printing Used in Dentistry

CIRI's research finds that vat photopolymerization 3D printing can generate hazardous chemicals and particles into the air during operation.

Apr 29, 2024

News Article

AJC Article Spotlights CIRI’s 3D Printing Research

Learn more by reading "With More 3D Printers in Homes and Schools, Potential Health Risks Examined."

Apr 11, 2024