As more and more of the world becomes industrialized, air pollution becomes an increasingly pressing problem facing virtually every country. Tackling air pollution involves not just scientific but also social and economic interventions, and as such it is a very complex challenge. This book brings the reader high-quality research on air pollution and its effects, providing an excellent evidence base for future research and initiatives. In the first part, advanced issues in the science of air pollutions are reviewed. Topics include electrical conductivity as an index of air pollution, indoor air control by microplasma, and the development of a GIS-aided emission inventory. In the second part, the impact of air pollution on health, the economy and agriculture is examined. Topics include air pollution and cardiovascular disease, the reduction of air pollution by combustion processes, and a comparative assessment of the health consequences of air pollution in developed and developing nations. Finally, in part three, advances in monitoring and modelling are presented. Topics include the use of neural networks in impact assessment, epigenetic issues, and techniques for monitoring urban air quality. The books authors are experts in their field from around the world, providing a high-quality and truly global picture of this crucial subject.
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