Marcel Loomans co-authors Science Policy Forum paper on indoor air quality standards
The new publication mandates the agenda for safer indoor environments.
In a notable collaboration, Associate Professor Marcel Loomans from the Building Performance group at the Department of Built Environment TU/e has contributed to a Science Policy Forum article that seeks to mandate indoor air quality standards worldwide. The article, co-authored by Marcel Loomans alongside a cohort of more than 36 esteemed researchers from around the world, sheds light on the critical importance of addressing aerosols and airborne transmission in the context of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Led by Queensland University of Technology (QUT) Professor Lidia Morawska, the group set out at the start of the pandemic to underscore the significance of indoor air quality standards, particularly concerning the airborne route of infection.
The article, recently published in the journal Science, outlines a blueprint for mandating indoor air quality standards for public buildings. It emphasizes the necessity of monitoring three key indoor pollutants: carbon dioxide (CO2), carbon monoxide (CO), and PM2.5 particles, which pose significant health risks.
Dedication
This initiative highlights TU/e's dedication to advancing research and policy in the built environment domain. Alongside other esteemed experts worldwide, Marcel Loomans’ expertise underscores the importance of the university's role in shaping the future of a good and healthy indoor air quality.
The proposed standards advocate for tailored ventilation strategies to mitigate indoor pollutants, emphasizing the importance of adequate ventilation based on occupancy and activities.
As a co-author of this article, Marcel Loomans has been instrumental in promoting healthier indoor environments, with potential far-reaching impacts on public health and productivity.
His collaboration with leading experts, nationally and internationally, underscores TU/e's commitment to interdisciplinary research addressing global challenges.
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