Article
Meteorology & Atmospheric Sciences
Ferenc Acs, Erzsebet Kristof, Amanda Imola Szabo, Annamaria Zsakai
Summary: A statistical deterministic model is proposed to estimate human thermal load and sensation based on clothing resistance and operative temperature. The model uses input data such as wind speed, air temperature, body characteristics, and location latitude. The validation of the model in the Carpathian Mountains region shows its effectiveness for estimating human thermal perception. The model's applicability in other regions depends on the determination of region-specific relationships between operative temperature and potential evapotranspiration, as well as human-specific relationships between thermal perception and clothing resistance.
THEORETICAL AND APPLIED CLIMATOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Cong Song, Haowei Sang, Yanfeng Liu, Dengjia Wang, Baimu Suolang, Guannan Duan, Ruixuan Cao
Summary: This study classified the intensities of thermal and humid stresses caused by migration, conducted a nationwide questionnaire survey to obtain subjective evaluations, and found that previous exposure significantly influenced people's thermal and humid expectation levels.
BUILDING AND ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Chenyan Song, Amy D. D. Droitcour, Shekh M. M. Islam, Avon Whitworth, Victor M. M. Lubecke, Olga Boric-Lubecke
Summary: Cognitive buildings can adjust lighting, temperature, ventilation, and other environmental parameters based on occupants' responses to the built environment. Doppler-radar based sensors have shown accurate occupancy detection and estimation of vital signs in challenging scenarios where other sensors fail. These sensors provide valuable information for space utilization optimization and can be used to improve human-building interactive systems.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Dejana Durdevic, Milica Vasic, Matej Ogrin, Stevan Savic, Dragan Milosevic, Jelena Dunjic, Ivan Secerov, Matej Zgela, Marijana Boras, Ivana Herceg Bulic, Milica Pecelj, Sanda Susnjar, Milica Lukic, Marko Ivanisevic, Goran Trbic, Golub Culafic, Luka Mitrovic
Summary: Thermal comfort assessments at local or micro-scales within urban areas can provide crucial insights for climate-conscious urban planning and public health. This study utilized the Physiological Equivalent Temperature (PET) index to assess thermal conditions in cities across the western part of the Balkan Peninsula. The findings revealed slightly higher PET heat stress levels in urban locations, particularly during the summer season and at 2 p.m. Higher average PET values were observed in both urban and non-urban stations in continental climates during warmer periods, while higher PET values were prevalent in the Mediterranean region during colder seasons. The study also highlighted the significant impact of urban morphology on thermal conditions within cities.
Review
Biophysics
Eduardo L. Kruger, Joao Paulo Assis Gobo, Anderson Spohr Nedel, Fabio Luiz Teixeira Goncalves, Paulo Sergio Lucio, Graziela Tosini Tejas, Marina Piacenti-Silva
Summary: This systematic review provides an overview of the diverse research areas related to human biometeorology in Brazil. It highlights the research trends, main contributions, shortcomings, challenges, and prospects in this field. The review reveals a lack of international publications on the subject and identifies research gaps in certain regions of Brazil. Further research is needed in areas such as climate tourism, vector-borne diseases, and urban morbidity and mortality.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOMETEOROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biophysics
Samuel Kaissassou, A. J. Komkoua, M. Guenang, P-S Ngohe-Ekam, I. Njouenwet, H. Rigong
Summary: In this study, the research quantified human thermal stress in Central Africa using the Universal Thermal Climate Index (UTCI). The findings revealed a severe and increasing trend of thermal stress in the region, which holds significant implications for the health of the population and outdoor occupations.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOMETEOROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Thiago Jose Vieira Silva, Simone Queiroz Silveira Hirashima
Summary: The study calibrated the Universal Thermal Climate Index (UTCI) to evaluate thermal comfort in urban spaces of Belo Horizonte/Brazil, dividing thermal sensation into Cold/Cool/Slightly cool, Neutral, and Slightly warm/Warm/Hot categories. The results show that urban thermal comfort can be predicted through UTCI, providing valuable information for decision-making in urban planning strategies.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Mustapha Mahdaoui, Said Hamdaoui, Abdelouahad Ait Msaad, Tarik Kousksou, Tarik El Rhafiki, Abdelmajid Jamil, Mohammed Ahachad
Summary: The study investigates the use of phase change material (PCM) in Moroccan buildings to improve the thermal performance of external walls. Through physical modeling and numerical analysis, it is found that the use of PCM can stabilize and reduce indoor temperature fluctuations, significantly improving the thermal inertia of buildings.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Joao Paulo Assis Gobo, Cassio Arthur Wollmann, Maria Cristina Celuppi, Emerson Galvani, Marlon Resende Faria, David Mendes, Jose Francisco de Oliveira-Junior, Tatiana dos Santos Malheiros, Eduardo Samuel Riffel, Fabio Luiz Teixeira Goncalves
Summary: This study evaluated the spatial distribution of human thermal comfort in the state of Sao Paulo, Brazil, based on observed data from 2008 to 2016 and different future climate scenarios. The results showed the regions of greater and lesser discomfort due to cold and heat in the state, for present and future bioclimatic conditions. The study's contributions promote the development of public policies for prevention and adaptation to future climate changes, as well as addressing the increased thermal discomfort at local and regional levels.
SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Jinhua Hu, Xiaoli Hao, Minhua Huang, Yingdong He, Nianping Li, Yaolin Lin, Shiqiang Chen
Summary: This study investigates the thermal comfort of using a thermal-conductive bed in summer. The results show that without water supply, the bed surface temperature is slightly higher than the indoor temperature, and subjects feel slightly warm. When the supply water temperature is 28 or 30 degrees C, subjects feel thermally comfortable during a night's sleep.
Article
Thermodynamics
Debora Silva Molliet, Carlos Eduardo Keutenedjian Mady
Summary: Males and females have distinct anatomies, metabolic rates, and hormonal cycles that influence their thermal comfort conditions. Women generally require higher comfort temperatures than men, and higher environmental temperatures when wearing lightweight clothing can result in lower energy expenditure, reducing electricity consumption by approximately 22%.
CASE STUDIES IN THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Yu Liu, Hongqiang Ma, Chune Zhang, Xinmei Luo
Summary: This study proposes a method of watering on porous pavement to improve the environmental thermal comfort of human body in an ecological community arid area. A mathematic-physical coupling model is established, and the Universal Thermal Climate Index (UTCI) is introduced to evaluate the environmental thermal comfort level. Multiple linear regression analysis and complex correlation coefficient calculation are conducted to analyze the relationship between meteorological factors, environmental parameters, and UTCI. Results show that regularly watering on porous pavement can significantly improve environmental human thermal comfort in ecological communities in arid areas.
SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Xizhen Huang, Runming Yao, Tiantian Xu, Shaoxing Zhang
Summary: This study investigates the outdoor perceived thermal comfort in urban public open spaces during heatwave periods between two groups of people who have long-term and short-term experience of hot summer exposure. The results show that people with long-term exposure to hot climates can tolerate higher temperatures during heatwaves compared to those with short-term exposure. This research highlights the importance of implementing protective measures to ensure the well-being of pedestrians during extreme heat events.
BUILDING AND ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Shasha Wang, Wenfeng Zhan, Huilin Du, Chenguang Wang, Long Li, Sida Jiang, Huyan Fu, Shiqi Miao, Fan Huang
Summary: This study investigates the future thermal comfort analogs of 352 cities in China under different emission scenarios, and reveals significant spatial differentiation and shifts in analogs with time and increased anthropogenic emissions, providing insights into future climate change and heat-related health risks.
SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marcel Gangwisch, Somidh Saha, Andreas Matzarakis
Summary: This article examines the impact of urban heat island effect on urban heat strain and human thermal comfort, with a focus on the influence of urban morphology. Mobile measurements were conducted and the data were processed for spatial analysis. The results will assist urban planners in taking action during heat waves, and the normalization enables comparability of urban climate studies across different latitudes and climate regions.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Antonio Pena-Garcia, Ferdinando Salata
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Federica Rosso, Virgilio Ciancio, Jacopo Dell'Olmo, Ferdinando Salata
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2020)
Editorial Material
Engineering, Chemical
Ferdinando Salata, Iacopo Golasi
Article
Environmental Sciences
Serena Falasca, Gabriele Curci, Ferdinando Salata
Summary: The year 2015 was the warmest on record, with high levels of tropospheric ozone in Milan from May to September. The study found that thermo-hygrometric stress conditions added to poor air quality conditions, posing severe risks to human health. Additionally, a daily correlation coefficient of 0.6 was found between the Mediterranean Outdoor Comfort Index (MOCI) and daily ozone levels during this period.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fatih Canan, Iacopo Golasi, Serena Falasca, Ferdinando Salata
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2020)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Virgilio Ciancio, Ferdinando Salata, Serena Falasca, Gabriele Curci, Iacopo Golasi, Pieter de Wilde
SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND SOCIETY
(2020)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Adriana Ciardiello, Federica Rosso, Jacopo Dell'Olmo, Virgilio Ciancio, Marco Ferrero, Ferdinando Salata
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Antonio Pena-Garcia, Ferdinando Salata
Summary: The importance of accurate lighting in buildings for good performance has been emphasized, along with the limitations of regulations and technical documents on indoor lighting. A simple measurement and luminary programming methodology is proposed to improve visual performance and save energy in various workplaces.
Article
Acoustics
Ferdinando Salata, Serena Falasca, Olga Palusci, Virgilio Ciancio, Anna Tarsitano, Vincenzo Battistini, Andrea Venditti, Lorenzo Cavina, Massimo Coppi
Summary: Development of a predictive calculation model based on neural networks allows for real-time prediction of the acoustic impact of air traffic on the surrounding area, borrowing from methods used in other sectors. An IT tool has been created to identify in real-time runway configurations that ensure maximum airport operation and noise levels within regulations.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Ferdinando Salata, Serena Falasca, Virgilio Ciancio, Gabriele Curci, Stefano Grignaffini, Pieter de Wilde
Summary: The increasingly hot and long summers due to climate change will significantly increase the energy demand for cooling systems, especially in highly-densely populated regions. This study investigates the evolution of cooling energy needs in Italy by analyzing gridded temperatures and finds that by 2080, about 70% of the country will experience higher levels of cooling degree hours compared to the past.
SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Adriana Ciardiello, Jacopo Dell'Olmo, Marco Ferrero, Lorenzo Mario Pastore, Federica Rosso, Ferdinando Salata
Summary: In accordance with national regulations, the renovation of the residential sector is crucial for reducing energy consumption and CO2 emissions. Social housing, being highly vulnerable, plays a crucial role in achieving social welfare and environmental sustainability goals. Passive and active strategies have proven effective in reducing fuel poverty and achieving energy efficiency. By using advanced optimization methodologies, a multi-objective optimization technique has been applied to a case study in Rome, Italy, resulting in a significant reduction in energy demand and CO2 emissions.
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Shreya Shree Das, Jayendra Kumar, Subhojit Dawn, Ferdinando Salata
Summary: Due to the increasing power demand and decreasing availability of conventional energy sources, society is forced to shift towards renewable power consumption. The rise in renewable energy utilization is an important strategy to make the environment clean and emission-free. Despite the higher investment cost, renewable power plants have minimal running costs, which encourage power producers to invest in them. Wind, small hydro, and solar photovoltaics are considered the most efficient and feasible renewable sources. Global renewable power capacity grew to 17% in 2021, and there is a target to achieve a 95% increment by 2026. This paper highlights the latest developments and technologies in wind power, hydropower, and solar photovoltaics in India and globally, motivating power producers to invest in new renewable power plants for economic and environmental benefits.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Ferdinando Salata, Serena Falasca, Virgilio Ciancio, Gabriele Curci, Pieter de Wilde
Summary: The Mediterranean area is vulnerable to climate change and has seen an increase in cooling residential buildings. This study examines the evolution of Cooling Degree Hours (CDHs) in Italy from 2001 to 2020 and projects future trends for 2050 and 2080. CDHs, which reflect cooling needs, were calculated using temperature data from the WRF model. Results show an exponential growth in CDHs in recent years, with the highest values in densely populated areas like big cities and coastal regions. This highlights the need for interventions to upgrade buildings and meet future cooling demands.
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Serena Falasca, Annalisa Di Bernardino, Virgilio Ciancio, Gabriele Curci, Ferdinando Salata
Summary: The study investigates the impact of local environmental conditions on pedestrian thermal comfort in Rome using the Mediterranean Outdoor Thermal Comfort Index. The research finds that despite urban overheating, residents in downtown Rome experience better thermal comfort at night. Other factors such as orography and atmospheric circulation also influence outdoor thermal comfort.
Article
Engineering, Civil
Francisco Arturo Hernandez-Arriaza, Jose Perez-Alonso, Marta Gomez-Galan, Ferdinando Salata, Angel Jesus Callejon-Ferre
JOURNAL OF CIVIL ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Muqiu Hu, Xin Zhao, Jinghan Gu, Lulu Qian, Zhiqing Wang, Yuanyuan Nie, Xiaoyu Han, Long An, Haiqiang Jiang
Summary: Due to its simple process, environmental friendliness, and low operating costs, biometallurgy has become a popular technology for metals recovering from low-grade ores and tailings. An optimized agar was used to isolate and grow functional bacteria, resulting in the successful isolation of six functional stains. These strains were further tested for their ability to leach metals from polymetallic sulfide tailings, with significant improvements observed when the strains were mixed together. The selection of leaching process should be based on tailings composition and target metals.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Saqib Hassan, Aswin Thacharodi, Anshu Priya, R. Meenatchi, Thanushree A. Hegde, R. Thangamani, Ht Nguyen, Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
Summary: An Endocrine Disrupting Chemical (EDC) is a compound that disrupts the function of the endocrine system and is found in the environment. EDCs, such as Bisphenol A and pesticides, have been shown to have negative effects on the female reproductive system. Understanding the relationship between EDCs and women's health is crucial for developing strategies to protect reproductive health and informing public policy decisions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lichang Zhou, Zhaoling Li, Boyi Cheng, Jinqi Jiang, Xinqi Bi, Zongping Wang, Guanghao Chen, Gang Guo
Summary: Thiosulfate can promote sulfur-mediated bacterial activity, inhibit glycogen accumulating organisms, and enhance denitrification efficiency. After the carbon source is reduced, the competitive ability of glycogen accumulating organisms increases, resulting in reduced sulfate reduction.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Claire E. Campbell, Devyn L. Cotter, Katherine L. Bottenhorn, Elisabeth Burnor, Hedyeh Ahmadi, W. James Gauderman, Carlos Cardenas-Iniguez, Daniel Hackman, Rob McConnell, Kiros Berhane, Joel Schwartz, Jiu-Chiuan Chen, Megan M. Herting
Summary: Recent studies have found a connection between air pollution and increased risk for behavioral problems during development. However, more longitudinal studies are needed to investigate how exposure during the transition to adolescence may affect emotional behaviors.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jing-hong Liang, Ru-yu Yang, Mei-ling Liu, Ying-qi Pu, Wen-wen Bao, Yu Zhao, Li-xin Hu, Yu-shan Zhang, Shan Huang, Nan Jiang, Xue-ya Pu, Shao-yi Huang, Guang-hui Dong, Ya-jun Chen
Summary: This study examines the association between urban Green and blue spaces (GBS) exposure and Emotion and behavior problems (EBP) in youth populations. The findings suggest that higher exposure to GBS, particularly green spaces (GS) and blue spaces (BS), is associated with a decrease in the risk of developing total difficulties in young individuals. The joint effect of GS and BS may also contribute to the decrease in EBPs.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Diego Ruiz-Sobremazas, Mario Ruiz Coca, Miguel Morales-Navas, Rocio Rodulfo-Cardenas, Caridad Lopez-Granero, Maria Teresa Colomina, Cristian Perez-Fernandez, Fernando Sanchez-Santed
Summary: Air pollution is associated with a range of health issues and gestational exposure to environmental pollutants may be linked to neurodevelopmental disorders. This study investigated the effects of oral gestational exposure to particulate matter (PM) on ultrasonic vocalizations (USV). The findings suggest that this exposure may lead to social deficits and abnormal gene expression related to neurotransmitter systems. Further research is needed to better understand the effects of air pollution on neurodevelopmental disorders and the neurotransmission systems involved.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yagmur Kabakci, Sadiye Kosar, Ozgur Dogan, Fehmi Gorkem Uctug, Osman Atilla Arikan
Summary: This study investigated the effect of electrohydrolysis pretreatment on municipal solid waste. The results showed that applying electrohydrolysis pretreatment increased methane production and reduced the time required for hydrolysis, suggesting it is a promising method to improve anaerobic digestion efficiency.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chuanwu Zhao, Yaozhong Pan, Hanyi Wu, Yu Zhu
Summary: This study analyzed the impact of industrial zones on urban heat islands using remote sensing images and a novel spectral index. The research found that the contraction or expansion of industrial zones has a significant effect on land surface temperature. The results are valuable for environmental assessment and fine management of industrial cities.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bang Du, Zhongzhong Wang, Piet N. L. Lens, Xinmin Zhan, Guangxue Wu
Summary: This study investigated the performance, syntrophic relationships, microbial communities, and metabolic pathways of ethanol-fed reactors with different operational modes and solids retention times. The results showed that different microorganisms were enriched under different SRT conditions, and syntrophic bacteria related to methane production could be enriched under low SRT conditions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gokulan Ravindiran, Sivarethinamohan Rajamanickam, Muralikrishnan Ramalingam, Gasim Hayder, Balamurugan Karupaiya Sathaiah, Madhava Krishna Reddy Gaddam, Senthil Kumar Muniasamy, Priya Arunkumar
Summary: The present study investigated the sustainable approach for wastewater treatment using waste algal blooms. The biochar produced by the marine algae Ulva reticulata was used to remove chromium, nickel, and zinc from aqueous solutions. The study examined the adsorbents' properties and stability using SEM/EDX, FTIR, and XRD. The results showed that the biochar had high removal efficiency for the toxic metals, and the packed bed column effectively removed the heavy metal ions. The Thomas and Adams-Bohart models were found to best fit the regression values, and desorption studies were conducted to understand the sorption and elution processes.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Vignesh Vinayagam, Kavitha Nagarasampatti Palani, Sudha Ganesh, Siddharth Rajesh, Vedha Varshini Akula, Ramapriyan Avoodaiappan, Omkar Singh Kushwaha, Arivalagan Pugazhendhi
Summary: The presence of pollutants in water contributes to global pollution and poses significant threats to humans and wildlife. Finding effective wastewater treatment techniques is crucial for reducing pollutant accumulation in the environment. This paper highlights recent advances in the electrochemical advanced oxidation method and other processes for treating pharmaceuticals, dyes, and pesticide-polluted effluents.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
M. M. M. Ahmed, Kai-Yue Chen, Fang-Yu Tsao, Yi-Cheng Hsieh, Yu-Ting Liu, Min Tzou
Summary: This study investigated the sorption of citric acid onto humic acid-iron hydr(o)xide coprecipitate (HAFHCP) and the reciprocal effects of citric acid and P sorption on HAFHCP. The results showed that citric acid could increase P availability and have an impact on P sorption.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xibo Xu, Zeqiang Wang, Xiaoning Song, Wenjie Zhan, Shuting Yang
Summary: The selection of predictor variables is crucial in building a digital mapping model for potentially toxic elements (PTEs) in soil. Traditionally, spatial and spectral parameters have been used as predictor variables, but the temporal dimension is often overlooked. This study demonstrates the value of incorporating temporal indices in the model, leading to significant performance improvements. The temporal-spatial-spectral covariate combinations used in a random forest (RF) algorithm achieve satisfactory mapping accuracy and outperform other methods.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yan Pei, Xun Liu, Mengbo Cao, Zijun Wang, Hongbing Yang
Summary: Heteroatom doping can reconfigure the electronic structure of heterogeneous catalysts, leading to the development of advanced oxidation water purification materials with superior performance and stability. In this study, a series of catalysts with different elemental doping were prepared using a simple and environmentally friendly method. The S-doped NiCo2O4 catalyst showed excellent catalytic performance for the removal of Tetracycline, with significantly increased kinetic constant and high oxidation and mineralization efficiency in a wide pH range. The degradation process was dominated by non-radical oxidation pathway after S doping, and the overall process moved towards low toxicity.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Srivalli Thimmarayan, Harshavardhan Mohan, Gaddapara Manasa, Karthi Natesan, Shanmugam Mahendran, Pavithra Muthukumar Sathya, Byung-Taek Oh, R. Ravi Kumar, Rangasamy Sigamani Gandhimathi, Arul Jayaprakash, Kamala-Kannan Seralathan
Summary: This study investigated the bacterial degradation of naphthalene (NPT) isolated from crude oil-contaminated soil. Bacillus sp. GN 3.4, a potential bacteria for NPT biodegradation, was isolated and the optimal conditions for NPT degradation were determined. The study suggests that Bacillus sp. GN 3.4 could potentially aid in bioremediation by eliminating NPT from the soil.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2024)