Atmospheric Aerosols: Source Apportionment, Characterizations, and Detection, 2nd Edition

Dear Colleagues,

Editorial summary:

Following the success of our Special Issue titled "Atmospheric Aerosols: Source Apportionment, Characterizations and Detection," which published five high-quality papers, we are excited to announce the second edition of this Special Issue. The first edition made a significant contribution to our understanding of the sources and evolution processes of atmospheric aerosols and gaseous pollutants, with a keen focus on the following topics:

• The distribution characteristics of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) at airports;
• The formation of sulfates in the atmosphere of a tropical city;
• The distribution characteristics of PM_2.5 during the COVID-19 pandemic;
• The association between children's respiratory diseases and air pollutants;
• Remote sensing studies of Aerosol Optical Depth (AOD).

These papers provided new insights into the complex dynamics of aerosols and their impact on the environment and human health. Based on this solid foundation, the second edition of our Special Issue will explore the associations between atmospheric aerosols and human health. Our goal is to establish a collection of studies that not only reflects the current state of the art but also points the way toward future advancements in aerosol science and its impact on public health.

Objectives:

• Source Apportionment: Investigations focusing on identifying and quantifying the major sources of atmospheric aerosols. Contributions may include studies utilizing advanced statistical methods, emission inventories, and modeling techniques to determine the spatial and temporal variations in aerosol sources. Additionally, research on the impacts of source-specific aerosols on climate, air quality, and human health is also welcome.
• Chemical Characterization: Research that advances our understanding of the chemical composition of aerosols, including both organic and inorganic species. Contributions may include studies employing state-of-the-art analytical techniques such as mass spectrometry, chromatography, and spectroscopy to characterize the molecular and elemental compositions of aerosols. Investigations into aerosol aging and transformation and the formation of secondary aerosols are of particular interest.
• Health Effect: To examine the mechanisms via which aerosols interact with human health, including respiratory issues, cardiovascular diseases, and potential long-term health effects.
• Policy Implications and Mitigation Strategies: Discussions on the policy implications of aerosol research and the development of effective mitigation strategies. Contributions may include studies on the assessment of air pollution regulations, the evaluation of emission control measures, and the integration of aerosol-related research into environmental and public health policies.

Call for Papers:

We invite researchers, scientists, and scholars to contribute their original research, review articles, and short communications that address the themes outlined above. Manuscripts should present novel findings, innovative approaches, and significant advancements in the field of aerosol science and its implications for human health.

Dr. Chunlei Cheng
Dr. Cheng Wu
Guest Editors

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• atmospheric aerosols
• chemical characterization
• source apportionment
• analytical methods
• formation mechanism
• secondary organic aerosols
• health effect
• air pollution