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View article: From real-driving emissions to urban air quality: composition of aged PM from modern diesel, gasoline, and CNG fueled cars and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles
From real-driving emissions to urban air quality: composition of aged PM from modern diesel, gasoline, and CNG fueled cars and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles Open
Secondary aerosol emissions from vehicle exhaust often surpass primary particle emissions, yet they are not currently regulated, as they remain difficult to constrain. Here we investigate the factors driving the formation and chemical comp…
View article: The role of fuel and environmental conditions on the amount and composition of primary, fresh, and aged aerosol emissions originating from diesel- and gasoline-operated auxiliary heaters of passenger cars
The role of fuel and environmental conditions on the amount and composition of primary, fresh, and aged aerosol emissions originating from diesel- and gasoline-operated auxiliary heaters of passenger cars Open
Fuel-operated auxiliary heaters (AHs) are potentially significant additional sources of particle- and gas-phase pollution from vehicles, but information on their emissions is scarce. In particular, an understanding of secondary aerosol for…
View article: Primary particle emissions and atmospheric secondary aerosol formation potential from a large-scale wood pellet-fired heating plant
Primary particle emissions and atmospheric secondary aerosol formation potential from a large-scale wood pellet-fired heating plant Open
Solid biofuels are one option to reduce fossil fuel combustion and mitigate climate change. However, large-scale combustion of solid biofuels can have significant impacts on air quality and the emissions of short-lived climate forcers. Due…
View article: Supplementary material to "Primary particle emissions and atmospheric secondary aerosol formation potential from a large-scale wood pellet-fired heating plant"
Supplementary material to "Primary particle emissions and atmospheric secondary aerosol formation potential from a large-scale wood pellet-fired heating plant" Open
View article: The role of fuel and environmental conditions on the amount and composition of primary, fresh, and aged aerosol emissions originating from diesel- and gasoline-operated auxiliary heaters of passenger cars
The role of fuel and environmental conditions on the amount and composition of primary, fresh, and aged aerosol emissions originating from diesel- and gasoline-operated auxiliary heaters of passenger cars Open
Fuel-operated auxiliary heaters (AH) are potentially significant additional sources of particle and gas phase pollution from vehicles, but information on their emissions is scarce. Especially understanding of AH exhaust−originated secondar…
View article: Importance of sub-23 nm particles in traffic environments: Particle number emission factors and extrathoracic deposition doses
Importance of sub-23 nm particles in traffic environments: Particle number emission factors and extrathoracic deposition doses Open
New research suggests that exposure to ultrafine particles (UFPs; particle diameter dp < 100 nm) is particularly harmful to brain health. One pathway into the body is via deposition in the respiratory system, where the smallest …
View article: From Real-Driving Emissions to Urban Air Quality: Composition of Aged Pm from Modern Diesel, Gasoline, and Cng Fueled Cars and Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles
From Real-Driving Emissions to Urban Air Quality: Composition of Aged Pm from Modern Diesel, Gasoline, and Cng Fueled Cars and Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles Open
View article: Comparison of size distribution and electrical particle sensor measurement methods for particle lung deposited surface area (LDSA <sup>al</sup> ) in ambient measurements with varying conditions
Comparison of size distribution and electrical particle sensor measurement methods for particle lung deposited surface area (LDSA <sup>al</sup> ) in ambient measurements with varying conditions Open
It has become evident that additional metrics along the particle mass concentration, together with dense air quality monitoring networks within cities, are needed to understand the most efficient ways to tackle the health burden of particu…
View article: Comment on ar-2024-13
Comment on ar-2024-13 Open
Abstract. During recent years it has become evident that additional metrics along the particle mass concentration together with dense air quality monitoring networks within cities are needed to understand the most efficien…
View article: Comparison of size distribution and electrical particle sensor measurement methods for particle lung deposited surface area (LDSA <sup>al</sup> ) in ambient measurements with varying conditions
Comparison of size distribution and electrical particle sensor measurement methods for particle lung deposited surface area (LDSA <sup>al</sup> ) in ambient measurements with varying conditions Open
During recent years it has become evident that additional metrics along the particle mass concentration together with dense air quality monitoring networks within cities are needed to understand the most efficient ways to tackle the health…
View article: Supplementary material to "Comparison of size distribution and electrical particle sensor measurement methods for particle lung deposited surface area (LDSA <sup>al</sup> ) in ambient measurements with varying conditions"
Supplementary material to "Comparison of size distribution and electrical particle sensor measurement methods for particle lung deposited surface area (LDSA <sup>al</sup> ) in ambient measurements with varying conditions" Open
View article: Black carbon instrument responses to laboratory generated particles
Black carbon instrument responses to laboratory generated particles Open
Accurate measurement of black carbon (BC) particles is vital for climate models as well as air quality assessments. While the need for BC particle measurement has been recognized, standardization of instruments and procedures for ambient m…
View article: Lung-depositing surface area (LDSA) of particles in office spaces around Europe: Size distributions, I/O-ratios and infiltration
Lung-depositing surface area (LDSA) of particles in office spaces around Europe: Size distributions, I/O-ratios and infiltration Open
Air pollution, and specifically particulate matter pollution, is one of the greatest dangers to human health. Outdoor air pollution ranks third in causes for premature death. Improving indoor air quality is of immense importance, as the ti…
View article: Exhaust particle number and composition for diesel and gasoline passenger cars under transient driving conditions: Real-world emissions down to 1.5 nm
Exhaust particle number and composition for diesel and gasoline passenger cars under transient driving conditions: Real-world emissions down to 1.5 nm Open
Recent recommendations given by WHO include systematic measurements of ambient particle number concentration and black carbon (BC) concentrations. In India and several other highly polluted areas, the air quality problems are severe and th…
View article: Particle lung deposited surface area (LDSAal) size distributions in different urban environments and geographical regions: Towards understanding of the PM2.5 dose–response
Particle lung deposited surface area (LDSAal) size distributions in different urban environments and geographical regions: Towards understanding of the PM2.5 dose–response Open
Recent studies indicate that monitoring only fine particulate matter (PM2.5) may not be enough to understand and tackle the health risk caused by particulate pollution. Health effects per unit PM2.5 seem to increase i…
View article: Sub-23 nm Particles Dominate Non-Volatile Particle Number Emissions of Road Traffic
Sub-23 nm Particles Dominate Non-Volatile Particle Number Emissions of Road Traffic Open
Ultrafine particles (<100 nm) in urban air are a serious health hazard not yet fully understood. Therefore, particle number concentration monitoring was recently included in the WHO air quality guidelines. At present, e.g., the EU regulate…
View article: Comprehensive characterization of wintertime submicron aerosol in a Nordic town influenced by residential wood combustion, traffic and industrial sources
Comprehensive characterization of wintertime submicron aerosol in a Nordic town influenced by residential wood combustion, traffic and industrial sources Open
Anthropogenic particulate matter with sizes smaller than 1 μm (PM1) is a concerning air pollutant that can affect human health. In this study, we present PM1 measurements performed in a small town in northern Finland that is exposed to con…
View article: Toxicity of exhaust emissions from high aromatic and non-aromatic diesel fuels using in vitro ALI exposure system
Toxicity of exhaust emissions from high aromatic and non-aromatic diesel fuels using in vitro ALI exposure system Open
The differences in the traffic fuels have been shown to affect exhaust emissions and their toxicity. Especially, the aromatic content of diesel fuel is an important factor considering the emissions, notably particulate matter (PM) concentr…
View article: Characterization of volatile organic compounds and submicron organic aerosol in a traffic environment
Characterization of volatile organic compounds and submicron organic aerosol in a traffic environment Open
Urban air consists of a complex mixture of gaseous and particulate species from anthropogenic and biogenic sources that are further processed in the atmosphere. This study investigated the characteristics and sources of volatile organic co…
View article: Inherently Charged Particle (ICP) Sensor Design
Inherently Charged Particle (ICP) Sensor Design Open
Ambient particles from natural and anthropogenic sources are a major cause of premature deaths globally. While there are many instruments suitable for scientific measurements of aerosols, better methods for long-term monitoring purposes ar…
View article: Lung-Depositing Particles in Office Spaces Around Europe
Lung-Depositing Particles in Office Spaces Around Europe Open
View article: Reducing particle emissions of heavy-duty diesel vehicles in India: Combined effects of diesel, biodiesel and lubricating oil
Reducing particle emissions of heavy-duty diesel vehicles in India: Combined effects of diesel, biodiesel and lubricating oil Open
Diesel engines contribute significantly to deteriorating air quality. Tightening legislation has led to various technological advances, but developments differ between countries. In India, air quality has not improved and fine particle (PM…
View article: Toxicity of Ultrafine Particles from Combustion of High Aromatic and Non-Aromatic Diesel Fuels Using in Vitro Ali Exposure System
Toxicity of Ultrafine Particles from Combustion of High Aromatic and Non-Aromatic Diesel Fuels Using in Vitro Ali Exposure System Open
View article: Comment on acp-2022-467
Comment on acp-2022-467 Open
Abstract. Urban air consists of a complex mixture of gaseous and particulate species from anthropogenic and biogenic sources that are further processed in the atmosphere. This study investigated the characteristics and sou…
View article: Characterization the properties of VOCs and submicron organic aerosol at a street canyon environment
Characterization the properties of VOCs and submicron organic aerosol at a street canyon environment Open
Urban air consists of a complex mixture of gaseous and particulate species from anthropogenic and biogenic sources that are further processed in the atmosphere. This study investigated the features and sources of volatile organic compounds…
View article: Supplementary material to "Characterization the properties of VOCs and submicron organic aerosol at a street canyon environment"
Supplementary material to "Characterization the properties of VOCs and submicron organic aerosol at a street canyon environment" Open
View article: Black carbon toxicity dependence on particle coating: Measurements with a novel cell exposure method
Black carbon toxicity dependence on particle coating: Measurements with a novel cell exposure method Open
Black carbon (BC) is a component of ambient particulate matter which originates from incomplete combustion emissions. BC is regarded as an important short-lived climate forcer, and a significant public health hazard. These two concerns hav…
View article: Connection between lung deposited surface area (LDSA) and black carbon (BC) concentrations in road traffic and harbour environments
Connection between lung deposited surface area (LDSA) and black carbon (BC) concentrations in road traffic and harbour environments Open
Black carbon (BC) is one of the main components of ambient particulate matter. Previous studies have suggested that BC is more toxic than PM2.5 (mass concentration of all sub-2.5 μm particles). One possible reason for the greater toxicity …
View article: Black Carbon Toxicity Dependence on Particle Coating: Measurements with Novel Cell Exposure Method
Black Carbon Toxicity Dependence on Particle Coating: Measurements with Novel Cell Exposure Method Open
View article: Suitability of Different Methods for Measuring Black Carbon Emissions from Marine Engines
Suitability of Different Methods for Measuring Black Carbon Emissions from Marine Engines Open
Black carbon (BC) emissions intensify global warming and are linked to adverse health effects. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) considers the impact of BC emissions from international shipping. A prerequisite for the anticipat…