Recent Perspectives on Aerosol Research: From Cyclones to Effective Action Against Infectious Diseases

Abstract

This article aims to showcase recent advancements in aerosol research, focusing on their applications in various fields, from environmental health to infectious disease control. The work presented here stems from our research group’s mission to improve global public health through cutting-edge studies on the effects of ambient air and other environmental media on human health. This article will introduce several key developments, including: a novel method for evaluating the health effects of particulate matter using cyclones and water-soluble filters; techniques for particle measurement in enclosed environments; insights into the charging state of ambient submicron particles; and innovative particle measurement technologies contributing to infectious disease control.