Ilpo Kulmala | Contamination Control Award | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ilpo Kulmala | Contamination Control Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ilpo Kulmala, VTT, Finland

Ilpo Kulmala, a pioneering Finnish researcher born on March 19, 1959, in Kajaani, 🇫🇮. With a PhD in Computational Fluid Dynamics from Tampere University of Technology, he’s been a Principal Scientist at VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland since 2009. Kulmala’s expertise spans biocontamination modeling, ventilation systems, and risk assessment, showcased through numerous projects like BIOSMHARS and PANDHUB. He’s patented innovative methods like hydrogen peroxide decontamination and enhanced filtration for masks. His work, including award-winning papers and impactful projects, significantly contributes to societal resilience against threats like pandemics and pollution, marking him as a trailblazer in his field.

 

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Education and Qualification 

Ilpo Kulmala pursued his academic journey at Tampere University of Technology, earning a Master’s degree in Energy Technology in 1983. Later, he delved into the complexities of Computational Fluid Dynamics, culminating in a PhD from the same institution in 1997. Beyond academia, Kulmala boasts diverse skills, including a passion for aviation, holding a Private Pilot license since 1989. His adventurous spirit extends to offshore training, where he honed survival techniques in H2S, sea, and even tropical helicopter underwater escape scenarios, showcasing his resilience and adaptability in facing challenges head-on. 🎓✈️🌊

 

Honors and Award

Ilpo Kulmala’s contributions have been celebrated with prestigious accolades throughout his career. In 1996 and 1998, he clinched the American Industrial Hygiene Association’s Best Engineering Paper Award, showcasing his expertise alongside esteemed colleagues. His innovative mindset was further recognized in 2001 with the Best New Product Award in the Finnish construction industry for an air handling device adept at purifying and dehumidifying recirculating air simultaneously. Notably, in 2003, Kulmala’s ingenuity earned him the Best Finnish Business Idea Award for pioneering an advanced supply air filter capable of efficiently removing both particulate and gaseous contaminants with minimal energy consumption. 🏆🌟

 

Research Focus

Ilpo Kulmala’s research focus encompasses diverse areas, including biocontamination modeling, air filtration efficiency enhancement, and airborne pathogen transmission dynamics. Through meticulous studies like estimating the potential for airborne SARS-CoV-2 transmission in day care centers, he strives to understand and mitigate risks in indoor environments. His work extends to innovative solutions such as large-scale decontamination of respirators using hydrogen peroxide vapor. With a blend of theoretical modeling and practical application, Kulmala’s research not only advances scientific knowledge but also contributes to real-world solutions for societal challenges, marking him as a versatile and impactful researcher in environmental health and safety. 🧪🔬🌱

 

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Estimated relative potential for airborne SARS-CoV-2 transmission in a day care centre

Kerstin Persson Waye | Environmental Medicine Award | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr. Kerstin Persson Waye | Environmental Medicine Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Kerstin Persson Waye, Göteborgs Universitet, Sweden

👩‍🔬 Prof. Dr. Kerstin Persson Waye, born March 30, 1959, is a distinguished environmental medicine researcher and professor at the University of Gothenburg. With a PhD in Public Health and extensive experience in noise research, she leads the Sound Environment and Health research group. Her work focuses on the impact of environmental exposures, particularly noise, on mental health, sleep, and cardiovascular risks, with significant contributions to policy guidelines and international commissions. As a mentor, she has supervised numerous students and postdocs, shaping the next generation of researchers in her field. 🌱

 

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Education

📚 Dr. Kerstin Persson Waye embarked on her academic journey with a BSc in Public Health and Environmental Protection from Umeå University in 1982. Continuing her quest for knowledge, she delved into graduate studies, earning her PhD in Environmental Medicine from the University of Gothenburg in 1995. Her groundbreaking thesis, “On the effects of environmental low-frequency noise,” laid the foundation for her illustrious career. Over the past decade, she has held esteemed positions including Professor of Environmental Medicine at GU and a visiting professorship at Örebro University. With appointments spanning multiple prestigious institutions, her expertise in noise research continues to resonate globally. 🔬

 

Research Focus

🔍 Dr. Kerstin Persson Waye’s research spans various aspects of environmental noise, with a primary focus on understanding its impact on human health and well-being. Her extensive body of work delves into the perception and annoyance caused by wind turbine noise, effects of low-frequency noise on cortisol levels and sleep quality, and evaluations of noise pollution in different environments including hospitals and intensive care units. Through her studies, she aims to elucidate the intricate relationship between noise exposure and various health outcomes, contributing significantly to our understanding of how noise affects individuals’ lives. 🌱

 

Publication Top Notes

  1. Perception and annoyance due to wind turbine noise—a dose–response relationship 📄 Cited by: 656 | Year: 2004
  2. Wind turbine noise, annoyance and self-reported health and well-being in different living environments📄 Cited by: 481 | Year: 2007
  3. Characterizing noise and perceived work environment in a neurological intensive care unit📄 Cited by: 267 | Year: 2008
  4. Low frequency noise enhances cortisol among noise sensitive subjects during work performance 📄 Cited by: 215 | Year: 2002
  5. Psycho-acoustic characters of relevance for annoyance of wind turbine noise📄 Cited by: 205 | Year: 2002
  6. Effects of nighttime low frequency noise on the cortisol response to awakening and subjective sleep quality 📄 Cited by: 200 | Year: 2003
  7. Low frequency noise” pollution” interferes with performance📄 Cited by: 199 | Year: 2001
  8. Effects on performance and work quality due to low frequency ventilation noise 📄 Cited by: 193 | Year: 1997
  9. Noise pollution in hospitals: impact on patients 📄 Cited by: 180 | Year: 2012
  10. The prevalence of annoyance and effects after long-term exposure to low-frequency noise 📄 Cited by: 171 | Year: 2001