Air Pollution: Causes and Impacts on Health and Environment
Learn the basics of air pollution, its major causes, and its effects on health, environment, and economy in this 3-week course.
Learn the basics of air pollution, its major causes, and its effects on health, environment, and economy in this 3-week course.
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to air pollution, focusing on its causes and wide-ranging impacts. Over three weeks, you'll explore the major chemical compounds responsible for both outdoor and indoor air pollution, their sources, and their effects on human health, the environment, and the economy. The course begins by examining the primary causes of air pollution, both outdoors and indoors. It then delves into the environmental impacts of these pollutants, followed by an in-depth look at their economic and health consequences. Designed for those with an undergraduate background in science and basic chemistry knowledge, this course offers insights into one of the most pressing global concerns of our time. By understanding the complexities of air pollution, participants will be better equipped to address and mitigate this critical environmental issue.
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What you'll learn
Identify the major chemical compounds responsible for outdoor and indoor air pollution
Understand the primary sources of air pollutants in both indoor and outdoor environments
Analyze the environmental impacts of air pollution on various ecosystems
Evaluate the economic consequences of air pollution on local and global scales
Examine the health effects of air pollution on human populations
Explore the relationship between air pollution and climate change
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Module Description
This course provides a comprehensive overview of air pollution, its causes, and its multifaceted impacts. The curriculum is structured into three main parts, each focusing on a crucial aspect of air pollution. In the first week, students will learn about the major chemical compounds that cause both outdoor and indoor air pollution, as well as their sources. The second week explores the environmental impacts of these pollutants, examining how they affect various ecosystems and contribute to climate change. The final week focuses on the economic and health impacts of air pollution, highlighting its often underestimated effects on human wellbeing and global economies. Throughout the course, students will gain a deeper understanding of the complex interplay between human activities, air quality, and their consequences for our planet and society. This knowledge is essential for addressing current and future challenges related to air pollution.
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Leading Atmospheric Scientist Advancing Aerosol Research and Environmental Innovation
Véronique Riffault serves as a Full Professor and Deputy Head for Environmental Research at the Centre for Education, Research and Innovation on Energy and Environment (CERI EE) at IMT Nord Europe. Her academic journey includes a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Orleans in 2002, focusing on reactions of halogenated radicals, followed by a research associate position at NOAA's Earth System Research Laboratory in Boulder. Since joining IMT Nord Europe in 2006, she has risen from Assistant Professor to Full Professor in Atmospheric Chemistry. Her research expertise centers on characterizing fine particle composition and formation processes through laboratory and field experiments, with particular emphasis on aerosol observations at the ATOLL site in Lille since 2016. As a highly cited researcher with 83 peer-reviewed articles and an h-index of 22, she has made significant contributions to understanding urban and industrial air pollution. Currently, she leads several major initiatives, including co-chairing the ACTRIS National Facility Technical and Scientific Forum and coordinating the Air Quality MOOC series. Her work extends to supervising 16 PhD students, 10 postdocs, and numerous graduate students, while also serving as the Deputy Director of the Doctoral School "Sciences of Matter, Radiation and Environment"
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Distinguished Environmental Scientist Specializing in Aerosol Composition and Health Impacts
Laurent Alleman serves as an Assistant Professor at the Centre for Education, Research and Innovation on Energy and Environment (CERI EE) at IMT Nord Europe, where he has been contributing since 2004. After earning his PhD from the University of Marseille III in 1997, he gained valuable international experience through postdoctoral positions at the University of Delaware and the Royal Museum for Central Africa in Belgium. His research expertise focuses on trace elemental composition of aerosols and their health impacts, with particular emphasis on atmospheric particles, indoor air quality, and ultrafine particles. His work has significantly advanced the understanding of particulate metal bioaccessibility in physiological conditions and the oxidative stress effects of air pollution-derived particles
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