Interview with Nikolina Račić on air quality in Zagreb, sources of pollution, and health risks

On 14 June 2026, project collaborator Nikolina Račić gave an interview to tportal on air pollution in the Zagreb area, presenting part of her research conducted as part of her doctoral dissertation. She discussed the main sources of air pollution in Zagreb, such as traffic and heating, as well as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and potentially toxic elements that may pose significant risks to human health. Particular emphasis was placed on the application of machine learning and artificial intelligence methods to air quality data analysis, the identification of pollution sources, and the assessment of health and environmental risks. The interview also highlighted the importance of long-term air quality monitoring, international scientific collaboration, and the implementation of effective measures to reduce pollution and protect public health.

https://www.tportal.hr/tehno/clanak/sto-zapravo-udisemo-u-zagrebu-znanstvenica-otkriva-najcesce-izvore-oneciscenja-i-rizike-za-zdravlje-20260614