Air Pollution: Impacts on Health and Effects of Meteorology
A special issue of Atmosphere (ISSN 2073-4433). This special issue belongs to the section "Air Quality and Health".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 31
Special Issue Editors
2. Health Research Institute, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, LT-47181 Kaunas, Lithuania
Interests: air pollution and meteorology; effects on human health; epidemiology; non-communicable diseases
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Interests: biostatistics; associations between space weather and human health; effects of weather and air pollution on human health; environment; epidemiology
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Air pollution and meteorology are closely linked and significantly impact human health since air pollutants, such as particulate matter (PM), nitrogen oxides (NOₓ), sulfur dioxide (SO₂), carbon monoxide (CO), and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), originate from industrial emissions, vehicular exhaust, and natural sources. Meanwhile, meteorological factors—temperature, humidity, wind speed, and atmospheric pressure—influence the dispersion, concentration, and chemical reactions of pollutants.
Weather conditions can exacerbate pollution levels. For instance, temperature inversions trap pollutants near the ground, worsening air quality; high humidity levels can enhance the formation of secondary pollutants like ozone and smog; and wind patterns can transport pollutants across regions, even internationally.
Air pollution has severe health consequences, particularly for vulnerable populations like children, the elderly, and individuals with respiratory or cardiovascular conditions. Exposure to polluted air increases the risk of respiratory diseases (such as asthma or bronchitis), cardiovascular disorders, and even premature mortality. Fine particulate matter (PM₂.₅) can penetrate deep into the lungs and bloodstream, leading to systemic inflammation.
To mitigate health risks, it is crucial to monitor air quality, implement stricter emission regulations, and promote sustainable practices. Understanding the interactions between meteorology and air pollution can help develop strategies to reduce exposure and protect public health.
In this regard, we invite all researchers (and contributors from beyond academia) in this field to submit their papers for this Special Issue.
Dr. Vidmantas Vaičiulis
Prof. Dr. Jonė Venclovienė
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- air pollution
- meteorology
- epidemiology
- non-communicable diseases
- climate change
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