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View article: Inequalities and indoor air pollution: a prospective observational study of particulate matter (PM2.5) levels in 309 UK homes from the Born in Bradford cohort study
Inequalities and indoor air pollution: a prospective observational study of particulate matter (PM2.5) levels in 309 UK homes from the Born in Bradford cohort study Open
View article: The impact of CO on secondary organic aerosols formed from the mixture of α-pinene and n-dodecane
The impact of CO on secondary organic aerosols formed from the mixture of α-pinene and n-dodecane Open
Atmospheric simulation chambers are powerful tools for investigating atmospheric processes and form the basis for model parameterisations. Ensuring the atmospheric relevance of experimental conditions is crucial for understanding and predi…
View article: Supplementary material to "The impact of CO on secondary organic aerosols formed from the mixture of α-pinene and n-dodecane"
Supplementary material to "The impact of CO on secondary organic aerosols formed from the mixture of α-pinene and n-dodecane" Open
View article: Anthropogenic Emissions in Coastal India Strongly Influence New Particle Formation and Cloud Condensation Nuclei Activity
Anthropogenic Emissions in Coastal India Strongly Influence New Particle Formation and Cloud Condensation Nuclei Activity Open
Aerosols influence Earth's energy balance and hydrological cycle as cloud condensation nuclei (CCN), yet uncertainties persist in how anthropogenic emissions alter their abundance and climate-relevant properties. Abrupt, large-scale reduct…
View article: The evolution of carbon oxidation state during secondary organic aerosol formation from individual and mixed organic precursors
The evolution of carbon oxidation state during secondary organic aerosol formation from individual and mixed organic precursors Open
This study reports the average carbon oxidation state (OSc) of secondary organic aerosol (SOA) particles formed from the photo-oxidation of o-cresol, α-pinene, isoprene and their mixtures, representative anthropogenic and biogenic precurso…
View article: Supplementary material to "The evolution of carbon oxidation state during secondary organic aerosol formation from individual and mixed organic precursors"
Supplementary material to "The evolution of carbon oxidation state during secondary organic aerosol formation from individual and mixed organic precursors" Open
View article: A theory-informed, experiment-based constraint on the rate of autoxidation chemistry – an analytical approach
A theory-informed, experiment-based constraint on the rate of autoxidation chemistry – an analytical approach Open
Autoxidation is a key process that transforms volatile organic compounds into condensable species, thereby significantly contributing to the formation and growth of airborne particles. Given the enormous complexity of this chemistry, expli…
View article: Determination of the atmospheric volatility of pesticides using Filter Inlet for Gases and AEROsols–chemical ionisation mass spectrometry
Determination of the atmospheric volatility of pesticides using Filter Inlet for Gases and AEROsols–chemical ionisation mass spectrometry Open
Pesticides have been found to be transported through the atmosphere away from fields after application. A key indicator of a pesticide's likelihood to reside in the atmosphere is its vapour pressure. Within this study we evaluate a novel m…
View article: Exploring the chemical composition and processes of submicron aerosols in Delhi using aerosol chemical speciation monitor driven factor analysis
Exploring the chemical composition and processes of submicron aerosols in Delhi using aerosol chemical speciation monitor driven factor analysis Open
Wintertime non-refractory submicron particulate matter (NR-PM 1 ) species were measured in Delhi with an Aerodyne Aerosol Chemical Speciation Monitor (ACSM) during February–March 2018. The average NR-PM 1 mass concentration throughout the …
View article: The importance of burning conditions on the composition of domestic biomass-burning organic aerosol and the impact of atmospheric ageing
The importance of burning conditions on the composition of domestic biomass-burning organic aerosol and the impact of atmospheric ageing Open
Domestic biomass burning is a significant source of organic aerosol (OA) to the atmosphere; however, the understanding of OA composition under different burning conditions and after oxidation is largely unknown. Compositional analysis of O…
View article: Author Correction: Acute particulate matter exposure diminishes executive cognitive functioning after four hours regardless of inhalation pathway
Author Correction: Acute particulate matter exposure diminishes executive cognitive functioning after four hours regardless of inhalation pathway Open
View article: Acute particulate matter exposure diminishes executive cognitive functioning after four hours regardless of inhalation pathway
Acute particulate matter exposure diminishes executive cognitive functioning after four hours regardless of inhalation pathway Open
View article: Ice Nucleation Abilities and Chemical Characteristics of Laboratory-Generated and Aged Biomass Burning Aerosols
Ice Nucleation Abilities and Chemical Characteristics of Laboratory-Generated and Aged Biomass Burning Aerosols Open
Biomass burning aerosol (BBA) contributes significantly to the global aerosol burden, yet its chemical nature and ice nucleation activities (INAs) are unconstrained due to the heterogeneity in biomass sources and complex evolution of atmos…
View article: Variations in oxygenated and nitrogen-containing primary organic compounds based on the fuel type and burning condition in stove emissions
Variations in oxygenated and nitrogen-containing primary organic compounds based on the fuel type and burning condition in stove emissions Open
Differences in primary aerosol composition exist between peat, leaves and wood fuels, while the effect of burning conditions is only noticeable due to the changes in AMS f 60 . CHO compounds are more abundant but show lesser aromaticity th…
View article: The INGENIOUS project: towards understanding air pollution in homes
The INGENIOUS project: towards understanding air pollution in homes Open
This paper provides an overview of the INGENIOUS (UnderstandING the sourcEs, traNsformations and fates of IndOor air pollUtantS) project, aiming to better understand air pollution in homes.
View article: Theory informed, experiment based, constraint on the rate of autoxidation chemistry – An analytical approach
Theory informed, experiment based, constraint on the rate of autoxidation chemistry – An analytical approach Open
Autoxidation is key process that transforms volatile organic compounds into condensable species, thereby significantly contributing to the formation and growth of airborne particles. Given the enormous complexity of this chemistry, explici…
View article: Evolution, composition, and chemical processes of submicron aerosols from Indian megacity: Factor analysis from Aerosol Chemical Speciation Monitor (ACSM)
Evolution, composition, and chemical processes of submicron aerosols from Indian megacity: Factor analysis from Aerosol Chemical Speciation Monitor (ACSM) Open
Wintertime non-refractory submicron particulate matter (NR-PM1) species were measured in Delhi with an Aerodyne Aerosol Chemical Speciation Monitor (ACSM) during February–March 2018. The average NR-PM1 mass concentrat…
View article: A Semi-Quantitative Approach to Nontarget Compositional Analysis of Complex Samples
A Semi-Quantitative Approach to Nontarget Compositional Analysis of Complex Samples Open
Nontarget analysis (NTA) by liquid chromatography coupled to high-resolution mass spectrometry improves the capacity to comprehend the molecular composition of complex mixtures compared to targeted analysis techniques. However, the detecti…
View article: The importance of burning conditions on the composition of domestic biomass burning organic aerosol and the impact of atmospheric aging
The importance of burning conditions on the composition of domestic biomass burning organic aerosol and the impact of atmospheric aging Open
Domestic biomass burning is a significant source of organic aerosol (OA) to the atmosphere however the understanding of OA composition under different burning conditions and after oxidation is largely unknown. Compositional analysis of OA …
View article: Determination of the Atmospheric Volatility of Pesticides using Chemical Ionisation Mass Spectrometry
Determination of the Atmospheric Volatility of Pesticides using Chemical Ionisation Mass Spectrometry Open
Pesticides have been found to be transported through the atmosphere away from fields on application. A key indicator of a pesticide’s likelihood to reside in the atmosphere is its vapour pressure. Within this study we evaluate a novel meth…
View article: Impact of HO <sub>2</sub> ∕RO <sub>2</sub> ratio on highly oxygenated <i>α</i> -pinene photooxidation products and secondary organic aerosol formation potential
Impact of HO <sub>2</sub> ∕RO <sub>2</sub> ratio on highly oxygenated <i>α</i> -pinene photooxidation products and secondary organic aerosol formation potential Open
Highly oxygenated molecules (HOMs) from the atmospheric oxidation of biogenic volatile organic compounds are important contributors to secondary organic aerosol (SOA). Organic peroxy radicals (RO2) and hydroperoxy radicals (HO2) are key sp…
View article: Cloud Condensation Nuclei (CCN) activity of sub-micron aerosols during the Southwest Monsoon over a pristine site in the Western Ghats, India
Cloud Condensation Nuclei (CCN) activity of sub-micron aerosols during the Southwest Monsoon over a pristine site in the Western Ghats, India Open
Aerosols, with their direct and indirect effects impacting the climate, have been established to significantly perturb Earth's radiative budget and hydrological cycle. The climate impact of aerosols is complex and multifaceted, with variou…
View article: Effects of Anthropogenic Emissions on Secondary Organic Aerosol Formation from Biogenic Volatile Organic Compound
Effects of Anthropogenic Emissions on Secondary Organic Aerosol Formation from Biogenic Volatile Organic Compound Open
Atmospheric secondary organic aerosols (SOA) can significantly affect air quality, climate, and human health. The formation of SOA is attributable to the vapour phase oxidation of biogenic or anthropogenic organic compounds and subsequent …
View article: HIPTox—Hazard Identification Platform to Assess the Health Impacts from Indoor and Outdoor Air Pollutant Exposures, through Mechanistic Toxicology: A Single-Centre Double-Blind Human Exposure Trial Protocol
HIPTox—Hazard Identification Platform to Assess the Health Impacts from Indoor and Outdoor Air Pollutant Exposures, through Mechanistic Toxicology: A Single-Centre Double-Blind Human Exposure Trial Protocol Open
Over the past decade, our understanding of the impact of air pollution on short- and long-term population health has advanced considerably, focusing on adverse effects on cardiovascular and respiratory systems. There is, however, increasin…
View article: Comment on egusphere-2023-2402
Comment on egusphere-2023-2402 Open
Abstract. Highly oxygenated molecules (HOM) from the atmospheric oxidation of biogenic volatile organic compounds are important contributors to secondary organic aerosol (SOA). Organic peroxy radicals (RO2) and …
View article: HIPTox – Hazard Identification Platform to Assess the Health Impacts from Indoor and Outdoor Air Pollutant Exposures, through Mechanistic Toxicology: A single-centre double-blind human exposure trial protocol
HIPTox – Hazard Identification Platform to Assess the Health Impacts from Indoor and Outdoor Air Pollutant Exposures, through Mechanistic Toxicology: A single-centre double-blind human exposure trial protocol Open
Over the past decade, our understanding of the impact of air pollution on short- and long-term population health has advanced considerably, focusing on adverse effects on cardiovascular and respiratory systems. There is, however, increasin…
View article: Understanding the patterns and health impact of indoor air pollutant exposures in Bradford, UK: a study protocol
Understanding the patterns and health impact of indoor air pollutant exposures in Bradford, UK: a study protocol Open
Introduction Relative to outdoor air pollution, there is little evidence examining the composition and concentrations of indoor air pollution and its associated health impacts. The INGENIOUS project aims to provide the comprehensive unders…
View article: Impact of HO <sub>2</sub> /RO <sub>2</sub> ratio on highly oxygenated α-pinene photooxidation products and secondary organic aerosol formation potential
Impact of HO <sub>2</sub> /RO <sub>2</sub> ratio on highly oxygenated α-pinene photooxidation products and secondary organic aerosol formation potential Open
Highly oxygenated molecules (HOM) from the atmospheric oxidation of biogenic volatile organic compounds are important contributors to secondary organic aerosol (SOA). Organic peroxy radicals (RO2) and hydroperoxy radicals (HO2) are key spe…
View article: Global organic and inorganic aerosol hygroscopicity and its effect on radiative forcing
Global organic and inorganic aerosol hygroscopicity and its effect on radiative forcing Open
View article: Refractive Index of Engine‐Emitted Black Carbon and the Influence of Organic Coatings on Optical Properties
Refractive Index of Engine‐Emitted Black Carbon and the Influence of Organic Coatings on Optical Properties Open
Refractive indices (RI) of particles are important in determining their radiative forcing. We measured optical coefficients of particles classified according to their aerodynamic diameter, allowing retrieval of RI using a Mie model. At 405…