Reactive Nitrogen Chemistry: From Photolysis to Secondary Pollution Formation
A special issue of Atmosphere (ISSN 2073-4433).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 215
Special Issue Editor
Interests: atmospheric chemistry; reactive nitrogen compounds; photochemical air pollution
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The study of reactive nitrogen (Nr) chemistry is crucial in understanding the complex processes that govern atmospheric composition and air quality. This Special Issue aims to explore the pivotal role of reactive nitrogen species in atmospheric chemistry, from their formation and photolysis to their contribution to the formation of secondary pollution. Nitrogen compounds, including nitrogen oxides, ammonia, and organic nitrogen species, undergo complex chemical transformations that have significant implications for both local and global air quality, as well as human and ecosystem health.
The focus of this Special Issue is to advance our understanding of the physical and chemical mechanisms that drive the formation and fate of reactive nitrogen in the atmosphere. We invite contributions that examine the various processes, including photolysis, oxidation, and heterogeneous reactions, that convert primary nitrogen emissions into secondary pollutants. The issue also encourages research that investigates the role of Nr in atmospheric reactions and their impact on secondary pollution formation, as well as their contribution to climate change and ecosystem damage.
The scope of this Special Issue encompasses a broad range of interdisciplinary research, from laboratory experiments and field observations to advanced modeling efforts. We welcome papers that provide novel insights into the mechanisms of Nr transformations, the interactions between nitrogen species and other atmospheric constituents, and their eventual impact on air quality. Additionally, we encourage research that explores potential mitigation strategies for reducing the harmful effects of reactive nitrogen on the environment.
Dr. Li Zhou
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- reactive nitrogen compounds
- photochemical reactions
- secondary pollution
- atmospheric oxidation
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