Many studies have tried to determine the exact mechanism for TL. Although a definitive conclusion has not been reached, it is well established that crystalline silica exhibits this unusual property.1,2,3Triboluminescence ...

Containing and minimizing the spread of COVID-19 remains a concern for many educational institutions like UW-Eau Claire, where students have returned to in-person classes. COVID-19 is transmitted through aerosolized ...

Particulate silica is a trace respiratory hazard in a wide variety of industries that employ two million Americans. [Bang et al] Workers exposed to respirable particulate silica may acquire chronic respiratory diseases ...

With mounting scientific evidence regarding the realities of climate change (CC) including causes and consequences, the international/global importance of this issue cannot be overstated. Significant research has assessed ...