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Scientists Launch International Study of Open-fire Cooking and Air Quality

November 1, 2012

Expanding its focus on the link between the atmosphere and human health, the National Center for Atmospheric Research is launching a three-year, international study into the impact of open-fire cooking on regional air quality and disease. The broad research team will analyze the effects of smoke from traditional cooking on households, villages and entire regions. Full Story

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