A surprising solution to cut asphalt's impact on human health
Elham Fini, a professor at Arizona State University, is researching the health impacts of emissions from asphalt and developing solutions to reduce their harmful effects. Traditional asphalt releases volatile organic compounds that can degrade air quality and affect human health. Fini's work focuses on using bio-based materials to create safer, more sustainable pavement alternatives.
- ▪Elham Fini is a professor of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment at Arizona State University.
- ▪Asphalt emissions include volatile organic compounds that can negatively impact human health.
- ▪Fini's research explores the use of bio-based materials to reduce the environmental and health impacts of asphalt.
- ▪The goal is to develop sustainable pavement solutions that maintain durability while minimizing air pollution.
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NPR Science LISTEN & FOLLOW NPR App Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio YouTube Music RSS link Science A surprising solution to cut asphalt's impact on human health May 16, 20265:03 PM ET Heard on All Things Considered By Tinbete Ermyas , Emily Feng , Daniel Ofman A surprising solution to cut asphalt's impact on human health Audio will be available later today. Elham Fini, professor of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment at Arizona State University, talks about her work on the health impact of asphalt emissions and a solution that could minimize the harmful effects. Sponsor Message Facebook Flipboard Email
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