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Hazard assessment of sustainable Low-Carbon fuel aerosols using lung cell models

Emissions from low-carbon fuels such as hydrogen and ammonia are assessed for their potential effects using advanced in vitro lung models.

Heavy-duty vehicles, machinery, aircraft, and ships contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and pollutants. As part of the EU-funded LowC project, we investigate the potential health effects of exhaust emissions from heavy-duty engines powered by climate-neutral fuels. Using human-relevant lung cell models, we can evaluate relevant endpoints and compare the outcome to reference fuel effects. This work aims to evaluate the safety of emerging fuel technologies from a hazard perspective and support environmental and health policies. 

Funding source: 

Safe and sustainable LOW-Carbon fuels for heavy-duty, aviation, and maritime sectors | LowC | Projekt | Fact Sheet | HORIZON | CORDIS | European Commission 

Related publications: 

https://doi.org/10.3030/101192913 

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