[Research] INRS Scientific Publications

Each month, the INRS thus offers a selection of recently published scientific articles. These publications, drawn from specialist international or national journals, complement the Institute’s output, alongside its two flagship journals: 

• Hygiène et sécurité au travail (HST) ;
• Références en santé au travail (RST).

In the spotlight this month

Microbiological decontamination of indoor air using germicidal UV-C air purifiers

BEMER D. | LOISON P. | ALONSO L.
Published in: Salles propres, vol. 152, december 2025, pp. 53-58, ill., bibliogr.
In the tertiary sector, indoor air quality in offices and service premises is a major concern, particularly during respiratory outbreaks. The article describes laboratory tests conducted to evaluate two air purification systems using germicidal ultraviolet-C radiation.
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Décontamination microbiologique de l’air intérieur par les épurateurs à UV-C germicide. - Portail documentaire INRS

Assessing motor skill progression based on smoothness during integration of a new tool among hairdressers

DELLAI J. | GILLES M.A. | CLERC-URMES I. | CLAUDON L. | DIETRICH G.
Published in: Applied Ergonomics, vol.128 october 2025, 14 p., ill., bibliogr.
The acquisition of new skills is traditionally assessed using productivity indicators, which reflect the speed at which a task is performed. However, the fluidity of movement can provide additional insights into learning progress by highlighting improvements in motor performance. This article presents research conducted in the hairdressing sector to assess the combined evolution of fluidity and productivity following a change of tool (cutting scissors). 
For more information: 
Assessing motor skill progression based on smoothness during integration of a new tool among hairdressers. = (Evaluation de la progression des habiletés motrices en fonction de la douceur lors de l'intégration d'un nouvel outil chez les coiffeurs). - Portail documentaire INRS

Preventing risks associated with wearing smart glasses whilst walking

LUX A. | MARCHAL P. | PERRIN N. | PIERRETTE M.
Book | RE 197 + Doc RE 197
Edition: Saint-Denis, Techniques de l'ingénieur, 2025
Smart glasses are augmented reality devices that enable hands-free remote communication. This technology raises concerns about the risk of accidents. An experimental study has highlighted significant disruptions under various conditions of use and with different types of smart glasses. These findings lead to a number of points for caution, which are discussed in this article.
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Prévention des risques liés à l'utilisation de lunettes connectées en marchant. - Portail documentaire INRS

Duration of exposure to night work and cardiovascular risk factors : results from 52,234 workers of the CONSTANCES study

BOURGKARD E. | BOINI S. | GRZEBYK M. | DZIURLA M. | ET COLL.
Published in: BMC Public Health, vol.25 2025, 13 p., ill., bibliogr.

Prolonged exposure to night work is associated with a marked increase in cardiovascular risk, influenced by the duration of exposure, the type of work and gender. A study based on the CONSTANCES cohort analysed data from 52,234 French workers, assessing various indicators. The results, detailed in this article, highlight the importance of early and appropriate monitoring of risk factors among workers exposed to night work.
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Duration of exposure to night work and cardiovascular risk factors : results from 52,234 workers of the CONSTANCES study. = (Durée d'exposition au travail de nuit et facteurs de risque cardiovasculaires : résultats à partir de 52 234 travailleurs de la cohorte CONSTANCES). - Portail documentaire INRS

Early-effect biomarkers and hazard index approaches to assessing risks from multiple exposure to metals among battery recyclers in France

HANSER O. | MARTIN REMY A. | MELCZER M. | GROVA N. | NDAW S.
Published in: Environmental Toxicology and Pharmacology, vol.119 octobre 2025, 9 p., ill., bibliogr.

This article describes the research carried out at three French battery recycling plants involving 86 employees, with the aim of assessing the ability of early-effect biomarkers and a hazard index to estimate the risks associated with exposure to toxic metals. 
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Early-effect biomarkers and hazard index approaches to assessing risks from multiple exposure to metals among battery recyclers in France. = (Biomarqueurs d'effet précoce et approche par indice de danger pour l’évaluation des risques liés aux expositions multiples aux métaux chez les recycleurs de batteries en France). - Portail documentaire INRS

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