Environmental Studies and Forestry

Severe atmospheric pollution in the Middle East is attributable to anthropogenic sources

S. Osipov, S. Chowdhury, et al.

This groundbreaking research reveals that over 90% of hazardous fine particulate matter in the Middle East is of anthropogenic origin, a major health risk contributing to 745 annual excess deaths per 100,000 people. Conducted by Sergey Osipov and his colleagues, it emphasizes the urgent need to address air pollution as a significant climatic and health factor in the region.