A collaboration of researchers in Japan has developed a sensor for volatile organic compound (VOC) detection. Their manufacturing method allows for fine-tuning of SnO2 nanocrystal and pore sizes.

VOCs are chemical compounds that can be harmful when inhaled. These compounds are be found in a range of household products. Learn how to reduce exposure.

VOCs, or volatile organic compounds, are compounds that contain carbon atoms and that, at room temperature, easily evaporate. Too small to see and virtually omnipresent both indoors and out, they can ...

The identification and quantification of both commercial (paints, coatings and fossil fuels) and naturally occurring VOCs has become an essential part of analytical chemistry. Volatile organic ...

Biofiltration has emerged as a promising, environmentally sustainable technology for the removal of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from industrial and urban emission streams. This process exploits ...

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) enter the air from gasoline, pesticides, tobacco smoke, and thousands of other products and processes. They can increase the risk of airway problems and other health ...

A service program of RISE St. James; Caitlion O. Hunter, Esq.; Tim Schütz, PhD Researcher, Anthropology University of California, Irvine; and The Community Scientist (TCS) Research Team The vast ...

Currently, there is no standard set for VOCs, but studies have found that levels of several organics average 2 to 5 times higher indoors than outdoors. If something smells, there's a good chance it's ...

The adsorption of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) remains a pivotal strategy for mitigating air pollution and enhancing environmental safety. Advances in adsorptive materials, particularly porous ...