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Aerosols

Aerosols refer to small particles suspended in the air or gas that can be produced naturally, for example from volcanic eruptions, or artificially, for instance by the use of spray cans or industrial processes. The chemical and physical properties of aerosols are of particular interest to atmospheric chemists and en…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 5 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 18× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2377-2549 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Aerosols refer to small particles suspended in the air or gas that can be produced naturally, for example from volcanic eruptions, or artificially, for instance by the use of spray cans or industrial processes. The chemical and physical properties of aerosols are of particular interest to atmospheric chemists and environmental scientists as they impact climate and air quality. Recently, there have been numerous exciting developments in the field of aerosol research. One significant area of focus has been the development of new strategies for measuring and characterizing aerosols. New techniques, such as single-particle mass spectrometry and high-resolution microscope imaging, have vastly improved our understanding of aerosol composition and size distribution. Research has also revealed that the chemical composition of aerosols varies significantly depending on their source, with important implications for air quality and climate. For example, the burning of fossil fuels results in the production of fine particulate matter, which is linked to respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. Conversely, organic aerosols from biogenic sources, such as forests, have been shown to play a role in cloud formation and climate regulation. In addition to characterizing aerosols, scientists are also developing new methods for controlling and mitigating their impact on health and the environment. These include the development of new materials with improved aerosol capture properties, as well as the implementation of policies aimed at reducing the release of harmful particles into the atmosphere. Advances in aerosol research promise to have a significant impact on our understanding of the environment and pave the way for new technologies capable of mitigating the impact of aerosols on both health and the climate.

Research published in this journal

5 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 5 articles above have been cited 18 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Aerosols, linking to each citing work.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in New Developments in Chemistry (ISSN 2377-2549).

Journal editorial board
Annarita Del Gatto · Italy Bharat Gurale · United States Palani ELUMALAI · United Kingdom

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