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View article: Development and Validation of a New Ozone Dataset Using Complete Data Fusion of MIPAS and IASI Observations: A Step Towards Understanding Stratospheric Ozone Intrusions in the Himalayan Region
Development and Validation of a New Ozone Dataset Using Complete Data Fusion of MIPAS and IASI Observations: A Step Towards Understanding Stratospheric Ozone Intrusions in the Himalayan Region Open
We present a new ozone dataset generated using the Complete Data Fusion (CDF) algorithm, which combines limb observations from MIPAS-ENVISAT along with nadir observations from IASI during their overlapping operational period (2008–2011). T…
View article: Estimation of PM2.5 from Satellite Observations with a Physical-informed Method
Estimation of PM2.5 from Satellite Observations with a Physical-informed Method Open
Satellite observations can be successfully used to increase the spatial and temporal resolution of ground-based data. Recently, many studies exploited satellite observations to estimate the Particulate Matter (PM) mass concentration near t…
View article: Enhancing seasonal forecast of heat stress indicators through teleconnection-based subsampling
Enhancing seasonal forecast of heat stress indicators through teleconnection-based subsampling Open
In recent years, hybrid statistical-dynamical approaches have emerged as a promising avenue to enhance seasonal predictions of the extratropical climate (Slater et al., 2023). These methods combine ensemble-based dynamical prediction syste…
View article: The uRban hEat and pollution iSlands inTerAction in Rome and possible miTigation strategies (RESTART) project: challenges and preliminary results
The uRban hEat and pollution iSlands inTerAction in Rome and possible miTigation strategies (RESTART) project: challenges and preliminary results Open
This contribution presents the project "Urban hEat and pollution iSlands inTerAction in Rome and possible mitigation strategies” (RESTART), funded by the Italian Ministry of University and Research within the Research Project of National I…
View article: High resolution WRF simulations of a heat wave event in Rome (Italy) with Local Climate Zones
High resolution WRF simulations of a heat wave event in Rome (Italy) with Local Climate Zones Open
In the context of a changing climate, the increase in frequency and intensity of heat waves alter the urban climate with much warmer temperatures to which city dwellers are subjected (Urban Heat Island, UHI) with severe consequences for pu…
View article: One-way coupling of WRF with the ADMS dispersion model to simulate heatwave impacts in a large Mediterranean city
One-way coupling of WRF with the ADMS dispersion model to simulate heatwave impacts in a large Mediterranean city Open
The effects of rapid urbanization, poor air quality and climate change are synergistically interacting in several ways. Urban areas are recognized as major contributors to global climate change and air pollution, and in turn urban populati…
View article: PM10 source apportionment in two sites of southern Spain by Positive Matrix Factorization. Evaluation of the relevance of sampling site altitude to the PM10 fingerprint.
PM10 source apportionment in two sites of southern Spain by Positive Matrix Factorization. Evaluation of the relevance of sampling site altitude to the PM10 fingerprint. Open
The evaluation of the sources of particulate matter (PM) is one of the most important topics in environmental science. Both natural and anthropogenic sources are involved in the overall PM pollution in both urban and rural areas. Mathemati…
View article: A case of nested clustering in chemical composition data of airborne aerosol. The urban PM10 nation-wide dataset for Italy
A case of nested clustering in chemical composition data of airborne aerosol. The urban PM10 nation-wide dataset for Italy Open
View article: Hybrid statistical–dynamical seasonal prediction of summer extreme temperatures in Europe
Hybrid statistical–dynamical seasonal prediction of summer extreme temperatures in Europe Open
Although summer extreme temperatures over Europe are potentially predictable on seasonal time‐scales, state‐of‐the‐art dynamical seasonal prediction systems (SPSs) exhibit low skills in predicting such events in central and northern Europe…
View article: How to use efficiently airborne criteria pollutants and radon-222 in source apportionment: A self-organizing maps approach
How to use efficiently airborne criteria pollutants and radon-222 in source apportionment: A self-organizing maps approach Open
View article: The role of atmospheric circulation in explaining the summer extreme temperature trends over Europe
The role of atmospheric circulation in explaining the summer extreme temperature trends over Europe Open
The frequency, duration and intensity of summer extreme temperatures over Europe are increased since the middle of the twentieth century. These trends are expected to further increase in the future due to global warming, which will influen…
View article: Derivation of aerosol optical properties from satellite AOD data and low-cost Particulate Matter sensors
Derivation of aerosol optical properties from satellite AOD data and low-cost Particulate Matter sensors Open
The numerous issues caused to human health by aerosol pollution are well documented and certified since long time (e.g. Brunekreef and Holgate 2002). To date, the monitoring of aerosol levels in urban areas is conducted mainly through stan…
View article: Connection among meteorological observations,columnar aerosol properties and urban heat island during nighttime extreme heat events in the uRban hEat and pollution iSlands inTerAction in Rome and possible miTigation strategies(RESTART)project
Connection among meteorological observations,columnar aerosol properties and urban heat island during nighttime extreme heat events in the uRban hEat and pollution iSlands inTerAction in Rome and possible miTigation strategies(RESTART)project Open
The “uRban hEat and pollution iSlands inTerAction in Rome and possible miTigation strategies” (RESTART) is a 2-years project, funded by the Italian Ministry for University and Research as a Project of National Interest (PRIN202…
View article: Hybrid statistical-dynamical seasonal prediction of summer extreme temperatures over Europe
Hybrid statistical-dynamical seasonal prediction of summer extreme temperatures over Europe Open
Several studies show that the occurrence of summer extreme temperatures over Europe is increased since the middle of the twentieth century and is expected to further increase in the future due to global warming (Seneviratne et al., 2021). …
View article: Trace elements in PM<sub>2.5</sub> shed light on Saharan dust incursions over the Munich airshed in spring 2022
Trace elements in PM<sub>2.5</sub> shed light on Saharan dust incursions over the Munich airshed in spring 2022 Open
Munich was persistently affected by Saharan dust in March 2022. PM 2.5 was collected on quartz filters and elements were analyzed by ICP-MS. Elemental data were processed by chemometrics and receptor models by Varimax and SOM analysis was …
View article: A PM10 chemically characterized nation-wide dataset for Italy. Geographical influence on urban air pollution and source apportionment
A PM10 chemically characterized nation-wide dataset for Italy. Geographical influence on urban air pollution and source apportionment Open
View article: Influence of atmospheric circulation and local parameters on activity concentration of gross alpha and gross beta in Granada, Spain
Influence of atmospheric circulation and local parameters on activity concentration of gross alpha and gross beta in Granada, Spain Open
View article: Understanding the variability of 7Be surface concentrations in Europe: the role of teleconnection patterns
Understanding the variability of 7Be surface concentrations in Europe: the role of teleconnection patterns Open
The temporal and spatial variability of atmospheric compounds and pollutants is largely driven by a combination of local, mesoscale and synoptic meteorological conditions influencing atmospheric processes, such as horizontal and vertical d…
View article: Hybrid statistical-dynamical seasonal prediction of summer extreme temperatures over Europe
Hybrid statistical-dynamical seasonal prediction of summer extreme temperatures over Europe Open
Several studies show that the occurrence of summer extreme temperatures over Europe is increased since the middle of the twentieth century and is expected to further increase in the future due to global warming. Thus, due to the impacts th…
View article: Information Based Behavioural Intervention Study (Bologna case)
Information Based Behavioural Intervention Study (Bologna case) Open
iSCAPE Dataset Reference No. = DS_PD_011, DS_MA_003, DS_PD_016 Following datasets are acquired and generated during the implementation of behavioural intervention study in Bologna: Participant's detailed activity-travel diary Pollutant con…
View article: Developing and testing a validation procedure to successfully use on-the-move sensors in urban environments
Developing and testing a validation procedure to successfully use on-the-move sensors in urban environments Open
With the increasing attempt to empower citizens and civil society in promoting virtuous behaviours and relevant climate actions, novel user-friendly and low-cost tools and sensors are nowadays being developed and distributed on the market.…
View article: Trace Elements in Pm2.5 Shed Light Over Saharan Dust Incursions Over Munich Airshed in Spring 2022
Trace Elements in Pm2.5 Shed Light Over Saharan Dust Incursions Over Munich Airshed in Spring 2022 Open
View article: Self-Organizing Maps for Rare-Earth and Trace Elements Profiling of Milk Samples as a Tool to Discriminate Geographical Origins
Self-Organizing Maps for Rare-Earth and Trace Elements Profiling of Milk Samples as a Tool to Discriminate Geographical Origins Open
View article: Safeguarding outdoor cultural heritage materials in an ever-changing troposphere: Challenges and new guidelines for artificial ageing test
Safeguarding outdoor cultural heritage materials in an ever-changing troposphere: Challenges and new guidelines for artificial ageing test Open
View article: Cooling towers influence in an urban environment: A predictive model to control and prevent Legionella risk and Legionellosis events
Cooling towers influence in an urban environment: A predictive model to control and prevent Legionella risk and Legionellosis events Open
Cooling towers (CTs) are used to dissipate excess heat from water by evaporation, common in large facilities as hospital, companies, and hotels. The main risk attributed to CTs is represented by Legionella, a Gram-negative bacterium associ…
View article: Precipitation trends in North and South Carolina, USA
Precipitation trends in North and South Carolina, USA Open
View article: PSCF and CWT methods as a tool to identify potential sources of 7Be and 210Pb aerosols in Granada, Spain
PSCF and CWT methods as a tool to identify potential sources of 7Be and 210Pb aerosols in Granada, Spain Open
View article: Apportioning PM1 in a contrasting receptor site in the Mediterranean region: Aerosol sources with an updated sulfur speciation
Apportioning PM1 in a contrasting receptor site in the Mediterranean region: Aerosol sources with an updated sulfur speciation Open
View article: I-CHANGE (Individual Change of HAbits Needed for Green European transition) project
I-CHANGE (Individual Change of HAbits Needed for Green European transition) project Open
<p>Climate change phenomena represent the most serious threats to human well-being and sustainable development. This affects several dimensions of human life from individual health issues to economic growth, passing through civil pro…
View article: Airflow and teleconnection patterns driving the spatial and temporal variability of high 7Be air concentrations in Europe
Airflow and teleconnection patterns driving the spatial and temporal variability of high 7Be air concentrations in Europe Open
The long-term monitoring of the cosmogenic 7Be activity concentrations has been used to better understand the influence of large-scale atmospheric circulation dynamics in the troposphere. With an aim, this study analyzes weekly …