Emission and Exposure Assessment of Volatile Organic Compounds
A special issue of Toxics (ISSN 2305-6304). This special issue belongs to the section "Air Pollution and Health".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 November 2025 | Viewed by 40
Special Issue Editors
Interests: environmental chemistry; environmental analysis; atmospheric pollution; outdoor and indoor air quality; air sampling; health impact assessment; particulate matter; atmospheric aerosols; indoor air pollution; chemical characterization of airborne particulate matter; persistent organic pollutants (PAHs, PCBs, PBDEs, OCPs, PFASs); volatile organic compounds
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The Special Issue "Emission and Exposure Assessment of Volatile Organic Compounds" focuses on the sources, emission patterns, and human exposure risks associated with volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These compounds originate from industrial processes, transportation, indoor environments, and natural sources such as vegetation. This issue will examine VOC emission mechanisms, environmental dispersion, and advanced measurement techniques for both indoor and outdoor environments.
Key topics include the identification of major VOC sources, emission rates, and the influence of environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, and atmospheric chemistry. Human exposure pathways will be analyzed, along with health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations like children, the elderly, and individuals with respiratory conditions. The issue will also explore emerging technologies for VOC emission control and advancements in exposure assessment methodologies.
Building on prior research that links VOCs to air quality degradation and health risks, this issue will address gaps in emission quantification, source apportionment, and exposure modelling. Additionally, it will highlight advancements in real-time monitoring, sensors, and remote sensing technologies. By integrating insights from environmental science, public health, toxicology, and engineering, this Special Issue aims to provide scientific and policy-relevant perspectives on VOC challenges.
Dr. Besis Athanasios
Guest Editor
Dr. Dimitris Margaritis
Guest Editor Assistant
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Keywords
- volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
- secondary organic aerosols (SOAs)
- emission sources
- monitoring techniques
- exposure assessment
- human health risk
- VOC mitigation strategies
- indoor and outdoor air quality
- air pollution
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