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Goals and Objectives

The committee assembles, evaluates, and disseminates information relevant to the sampling, analysis, and characterization of aerosols to occupational and environmental health professionals. Members develop specific annual objectives and performance measures.

Emerging Issues

Discuss, track, act upon, and report emerging occupational and environmental health issues related to aerosol science and technology.

Education and Training

Provide education and training on aerosol technology and issues.

Legislation, Regulations, and Standards

Identify, evaluate, and comment on existing, new, and proposed rules that affect occupational aerosol exposure and technology. Monitor and report on relevant activities by rule-making organizations.

Committee Membership

Grow and maintain an active and diverse membership that actively engages in research and practice related to aerosols.

Sustain Meeting Activities

Solicit papers, organize sessions, and provide session arrangers, chairs, and monitors for AIHce. Solicit or develop new PDCs as well as keep existing PDCs up to date.

Current Projects

Presentations at AIHA Connect 2026 — New Orleans, May 31–June 3

  • PDC 702: 2026 Respirable Crystalline Silica and Other Minerals and Metals Symposium — Saturday, May 30, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
  • B2: PEAK Part 1: Making Sense of Direct Reading Instrument Data Streams — Monday, June 1, 11:15 AM–12:15 PM
  • D2: PEAK Part 2: Occupational Exposure to Particulate Matter and Chemicals — Monday, June 1, 3:15–4:15 PM
  • H2: PEAK Part 3: Novel Air Samplers for Bioaerosol Collection — Tuesday, June 2, 2:00–3:00 PM
  • I2: PEAK Part 4: An Overview of Raman Spectroscopy Analysis of Aerosols — Tuesday, June 2, 3:45–4:45 PM
  • O2: PEAK Part 5: Workplace Particulate Exposure Assessment — Wednesday, June 3, 2:15–3:15 PM

Communication Case Study

We are working on creating a case study that focuses on communication with workers while conducting sampling and monitoring.

Committee Logo

We are creating a logo for the committee to increase awareness of the committee.

Collaboration Efforts

The Aerosol Technology Committee works alongside other AIHA committees and external organizations sharing common interests in aerosol science and exposure assessment:

  • Real-Time Detection Systems Committee
  • Sampling and Laboratory Analysis Committee
  • Respiratory Protection Committee
  • International Sampler Comparison Group

Products Produced by the Group

Fact Sheets

  • Consumer Aerosol Monitors

Awards

William C. Hinds Memorial Award (est. 2025)

This award honors the memory of Dr. William C. Hinds CIH, FAIHA, an exemplary aerosol scientist, researcher, teacher, and mentor. Given to the authors of the best student poster at AIHA Connect focusing on aerosol science and technology applied to the occupational environment.

Past Recipients

  • 2025: Development of a dust aerosolizer for simulating agricultural exposures: A tool for controlled exposure studies. Subin Han, Ritika Sachdeva, Ji-Qin Ni, Jae Hong Park.

Klaus Willeke & Paul A. Baron Award (est. 2025)

This award honors Drs. Willeke and Baron, outstanding aerosol scientists, researchers, and authors who represented the importance of scientific collaboration between academia and government. Given to the authors of the best professional poster at AIHA Connect focusing on aerosol science and technology applied to the occupational environment.

Past Recipients

  • 2025: Airborne Lead Exposure During Abatement and General Construction Tasks. Jennifer Blair.

David L. Swift Memorial Award

This award honors the memory of Dr. David L. Swift for his outstanding contributions to aerosol and industrial hygiene research. Aerosol research papers published during the previous year in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene are reviewed by the committee. Eligible articles must address the development or evaluation of an aerosol sampler or sensor, use of an aerosol sampling device as the primary test medium, characterization of an aerosol in a workplace, or development of an aerosol control device.

Not eligible: inhalation toxicology, respirator fit (not involving aerosols), epidemiology, bioaerosol sampling devices, bulk powders, surface contaminants, control banding, or review papers.

Past Recipients

  • 2026 — JOEH 2025: Mainelis G, Han TT. Performance characteristics of respirable parallel particle impactors (PPI). JOEH. 22(11):871–888. doi:10.1080/15459624.2025.2518071
  • 2025 — JOEH 2024: Osho B, et al. Evaluation of PVC and PTFE filters for direct-on-filter crystalline silica quantification by FTIR. JOEH. 21(8):539–550. doi:10.1080/15459624.2024.2357080
  • 2024 — JOEH 2023: O'Shaughnessy PT, et al. Validation of N95 respirator models for pressure drop and particle capture efficiency. JOEH. 20(9):390–400. doi:10.1080/15459624.2023.2227658
  • 2023 — JOEH 2022: D'Antonio N, et al. Assessment of respirable aerosol concentrations using local ventilation controls in an open multi-chair dental clinic. JOEH. 19(5):246–255. doi:10.1080/15459624.2022.2050738
  • 2022 — JOEH 2021: Alex S, Sovers M, O'Shaughnessy PT. Particle-phase collection efficiency of the OVS and IFV Pro personal pesticide samplers. JOEH. 18(12):579–589. doi:10.1080/15459624.2021.1989443
  • 2021 — JOEH 2020: Leith D, et al. Design and performance of UPAS inlets for respirable and thoracic mass sampling. JOEH. 17(6):274–282. doi:10.1080/15459624.2020.1741595
  • 2020 — JOEH 2019: Zuidema C, et al. Sources of error and variability in particulate matter sensor network measurement. JOEH. 16(8):564–574. doi:10.1080/15459624.2019.1628965
  • 2019 — JOEH 2018: Hart JF, et al. A comparison of respirable crystalline silica measurements using direct-on-filter FT-IR vs. X-ray diffraction. JOEH. 15(10):743–754. doi:10.1080/15459624.2018.1495334
  • 2018 — JOEH 2017: Lee T, et al. Respirable size-selective sampler for end-of-shift quartz measurement. JOEH. 14(5):335–342. doi:10.1080/15459624.2016.1252845
  • 2017 — JOEH 2016: Anthony TR, Sleeth D, Volckens J. Sampling efficiency of modified 37-mm sampling cassettes using CFD. JOEH. 13(2):148–158. doi:10.1080/15459624.2015.1091961
  • 2016 — JOEH 2015: Neubauer N, Kasper G. Detection of airborne carbon nanotubes based on reactivity of embedded catalyst. JOEH. 12(3):182–188. doi:10.1080/15459624.2014.960574
  • 2015 — JOEH 2014: Cena LG, et al. A novel method for assessing respiratory deposition of welding fume nanoparticles. JOEH. 11(12):771–780. doi:10.1080/15459624.2014.919393
  • 2014 — JOEH 2013: Esswein EJ, et al. Occupational exposures to respirable crystalline silica during hydraulic fracturing. JOEH. 10(7):347–356. doi:10.1080/15459624.2013.788352
  • 2013 — JOEH 2012: Lindsley WG, et al. Dispersion and exposure to a cough-generated aerosol in a simulated medical examination room. JOEH. 9(12):681–690. doi:10.1080/15459624.2012.725986
  • 2012 — JOEH 2011: Gao P, et al. Evaluation of nano- and submicron particle penetration through ten nonwoven fabrics using a wind-driven approach. JOEH. 8(1):13–22. doi:10.1080/15459624.2010.515554
  • 2011 — JOEH 2010: Kim SW, Raynor PC. Experimental evaluation of oil mists using a semivolatile aerosol dichotomous sampler. JOEH. 7(4):203–215. doi:10.1080/15459620903582244
  • 2010 — JOEH 2009: Peters TM, et al. Airborne monitoring to distinguish engineered nanomaterials from incidental particles. JOEH. 6(2):73–81. doi:10.1080/15459620802590058
  • 2009 — JOEH 2008: Eninger RM, et al. What does respirator certification tell us about filtration of ultrafine particles? JOEH. 5(5):286–295. doi:10.1080/15459620801960153
  • 2008 — JOEH 2007: Sheehan MJ, Hands D. Metalworking fluid mist strategies to reduce exposure. JOEH. 4(4):288–300. doi:10.1080/15459620701223884
  • 2007 — JOEH 2006: Verma DK, et al. An evaluation of analytical methods, air sampling techniques, and airborne occupational exposure of metalworking fluids. JOEH. 3(2):53–66. doi:10.1080/15459620500471205
  • 2006 — JOEH 2005: Quinn MM, et al. Determinants of airborne fiber size in the glass fiber production industry. JOEH. 2(1):19–28. doi:10.1080/15459620590898108
  • 2005 — JOEH 2004: Kuhlbusch TAJ, Neumann S, Fissan H. Number size distribution, mass concentration, and particle composition of PM1, PM2.5, and PM10 in carbon black production. JOEH. 1(10):660–671. doi:10.1080/15459620490502242
  • 2004 — AIHA Journal 2003: Stefaniak AB, et al. Surface area of respirable beryllium aerosols and implications for chronic beryllium disease risk. AIHA Journal. 64(3):297–305. doi:10.1080/15428110308984820
  • 2003 — AIHA Journal 2002: O'Shaughnessy PT, Slagley J. Photometer response determination based on aerosol physical characteristics. AIHA Journal. 63(5):578–585. doi:10.1080/15428110208984743
  • 2002 — Applied OEH 2001: McCawley MA, Kent MS, Berakis MT. Ultrafine beryllium number concentration as a possible metric for chronic beryllium disease risk. Applied OEH. 16(5):631–638. doi:10.1080/10473220120812
  • 2001 — AIHAJ 2000: Aizenberg V, et al. Performance characteristics of the Button personal inhalable aerosol sampler. AIHAJ. 61(3):398–404. doi:10.1080/15298660008984550
  • 2000 — AIHA Journal 1999: Chen C-C, et al. Laboratory performance comparison of respirable samplers. AIHA Journal. 60(5):601–611. doi:10.1080/00028899908984479
  • 1999 — AIHA Journal 1998: Xiong JQ, Fang C, Cohen BS. A portable vapor/particle sampler. AIHA Journal. 59(9):614–621. doi:10.1080/15428119891010785
  • 1998 — AIHA Journal 1997: Gao P, Dillon HK, Farthing WE. Development and evaluation of an inhalable bioaerosol manifold sampler. AIHA Journal. 58(3):196–206. doi:10.1080/15428119791012847

Group Dynamics

ATC is made up of fun, respectful professionals who care about worker exposures to aerosols.

Qualifications to Join

Committee members must be an AIHA member in good standing. If you are interested in learning more about membership, please visit aiha.org/membership.

Resources

Consumer Aerosol Monitors
Fact Sheet

Consumer Aerosol Monitors

Recognition

David L. Swift Memorial Award
 

This award honors the memory of Dr. David L. Swift for his outstanding contributions to aerosol and industrial hygiene research. Aerosol research papers published during the previous year in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene are reviewed by the AIHA Aerosol Technology Committee. Eligibility inclusion criteria are articles addressing the

  • development of an aerosol sampler or sensor
  • evaluation of an aerosol sampler, sensor, or an aerosol sampling method
  • use of an aerosol or aerosol sampling device as the primary test medium for a piece of equipment
  • characterization of an aerosol in a workplace
  • development of an aerosol control device.

Studies involving these topics are not eligible: inhalation toxicology, respirator fit (not involving aerosols), epidemiology, bioaerosol sampling devices, bulk powders, surface contaminants, and control banding. Review papers are not eligible.

Past Recipients:

2025 award for JOEH 2024

Osho B, Elahifard M, Wang X, Abbasi B, Chow JC, Watson JG, Arnott WP, Reed Wm R, Parks D. 2024. Evaluation of PVC and PTFE filters for direct-on-filter crystalline silica quantification by FTIR. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 21(8):539–550. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459624.2024.2357080
 

2024 award for JOEH 2023

O’Shaughnessy PT, Harris Z, Purdy M, Altmaier R. 2023. Validation of N95 respirator models for pressure drop and particle capture efficiency. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 20(9):390–400. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459624.2023.2227658

2023 award for JOEH 2022

D’Antonio N, Newnum J, Kanellis M, Howe B, Anthony TR. 2022. Assessment of respirable aerosol concentrations using local ventilation controls in an open multi-chair dental clinic. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 19(5):246–255. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459624.2022.2050738

2022 award for JOEH 2021

Alex S, Sovers M, O’Shaughnessy PT. 2021. Particle-phase collection efficiency of the OVS and IFV Pro personal pesticide samplers. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 18(12):579–589. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459624.2021.1989443

2021 award for JOEH 2020

Leith D, L’Orange C, Mehaffy J, Volckens J. 2020. Design and performance of UPAS inlets for respirable and thoracic mass sampling. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 17(6):274–282. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459624.2020.1741595

2020 award for JOEH 2019

Zuidema C, Stebounova LV, Sousan S, Thomas G, Koehler K, Peters TM. 2019b. Sources of error -supplement-and variability in particulate matter sensor network measement. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 16(8):564–574. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459624.2019.1628965

2019 award for JOEH 2018

Hart JF, Autenrieth DA, Cauda E, Chubb L, Spear TM, Wock S, Rosenthal S. 2018. A comparison of respirable crystalline silica concentration measurements using a direct-on-filter Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) transmission method vs. a traditional laboratory X-ray diffraction method. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 15(10):743–754. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459624.2018.1495334

2018 Award for JOEH 2018

Lee T, Lee L, Cauda E, Hummer J, Harper M. 2017. Respirable size-selective sampler for end-of-shift quartz measurement: Development and performance. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 14(5):335–342. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459624.2016.1252845

2017 Award for JOEH 2016

Anthony TR, Sleeth D, Volckens J. 2016. Sampling efficiency of modified 37-mm sampling cassettes using computational fluid dynamics. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 13(2):148–158. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459624.2015.1091961

2016 Award for JOEH 2015

Neubauer N, Kasper G. 2015. Detection of Airborne Carbon Nanotubes Based on the Reactivity of the Embedded Catalyst. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 12(3):182–188. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459624.2014.960574

2015 Award for JOEH 2014

Cena LG, Keane MJ, Chisholm WP, Stone S, Harper M, Chen BT. 2014. A Novel Method for Assessing Respiratory Deposition of Welding Fume Nanoparticles. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 11(12):771–780. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459624.2014.919393

2014 Award for JOEH 2013

Esswein EJ, Breitenstein M, Snawder J, Kiefer M, Sieber WK. 2013. Occupational Exposures to Respirable Crystalline Silica During Hydraulic Fracturing. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 10(7):347–356. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459624.2013.788352

2013 Award for JOEH 2012

Lindsley WG, King WP, Thewlis RE, Reynolds JS, Panday K, Cao G, Szalajda JV. 2012. Dispersion and Exposure to a Cough-Generated Aerosol in a Simulated Medical Examination Room. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 9(12):681–690. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459624.2012.725986

2012 Award for JOEH 2011

Gao P, Jaques PA, Hsiao T-C, Shepherd A, Eimer BC, Yang M, Miller A, Gupta B, Shaffer R. 2011. Evaluation of Nano- and Submicron Particle Penetration through Ten Nonwoven Fabrics Using a Wind-Driven Approach. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 8(1):13–22. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459624.2010.515554

2011 Award for JOEH 2010

Kim SW, Raynor PC. 2010. Experimental Evaluation of Oil Mists Using a Semivolatile Aerosol Dichotomous Sampler. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 7(4):203–215. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459620903582244

2010 Award for JOEH 2009

Peters TM, Elzey S, Johnson R, Park H, Grassian VH, Maher T, O’Shaughnessy P. 2009. Airborne Monitoring to Distinguish Engineered Nanomaterials from Incidental Particles for Environmental Health and Safety. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 6(2):73–81. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459620802590058

2009 Award for JOEH 2008

Eninger RM, Honda T, Reponen T, McKay R, Grinshpun SA. 2008. What Does Respirator Certification Tell Us About Filtration of Ultrafine Particles? Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 5(5):286–295. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459620801960153

2008 Award for JOEH 2007

Sheehan MJ, Hands D. 2007. Metalworking Fluid Mist—Strategies to Reduce Exposure: A Comparison of New and Old Transmission Case Transfer Lines. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 4(4):288–300. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459620701223884

2007 Award for JOEH 2006

Verma DK, Shaw DS, Shaw ML, Julian JA, McCollin S-A, Tombe KD. 2006. An Evaluation of Analytical Methods, Air Sampling Techniques, and Airborne Occupational Exposure of Metalworking Fluids. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 3(2):53–66. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459620500471205

2006 Award for JOEH 2005

Quinn MM, Smith TJ, Schneider T, Eisen EA, Wegman DH. 2005. Determinants of Airborne Fiber Size in the Glass Fiber Production Industry. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 2(1):19–28. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459620590898108

2005 Award for JOEH 2004

Kuhlbusch TAJ, Neumann S, Fissan H. 2004. Number Size Distribution, Mass Concentration, and Particle Composition of PM1 , PM2.5 , and PM10 in Bag Filling Areas of Carbon Black Production. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 1(10):660–671. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459620490502242

2004 Award for AIHA Journal 2003

Stefaniak AB, Hoover MD, Dickerson RM, Peterson EJ, Day GA, Breysse PN, Kent MS, Scripsick RC. 2003. Surface Area of Respirable Beryllium Metal, Oxide, and Copper Alloy Aerosols and Implications for Assessment of Exposure Risk of Chronic Beryllium Disease. AIHA Journal. 64(3):297–305. https://doi.org/10.1080/15428110308984820

2003 Award for AIHA Journal or Applied Occupational and Environmental Hygiene 2002

O’Shaughnessy PT, Slagley J. 2002. Photometer Response Determination Based on Aerosol Physical Characteristics. AIHA Journal 63(5):578-585. https://doi.org/10.1080/154281...

2002 Award for AIHA Journal or Applied Occupational and Environmental Hygiene 2001

McCawley MA, Kent MS, Berakis MT. 2001. Ultrafine Beryllium Number Concentration as a Possible Metric for Chronic Beryllium Disease Risk. Applied Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. 16(5):631–638. https://doi.org/10.1080/10473220120812

2001 Award for AIHAJ or Applied Occupational and Environmental Hygiene 2000

Aizenberg V, Grinshpun SA, Willeke K, Smith J, Baron PA. 2000. Performance Characteristics of the Button Personal Inhalable Aerosol Sampler. AIHAJ - American Industrial Hygiene Association. 61(3):398–404. https://doi.org/10.1080/15298660008984550

2000 Award for American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal 1999

Chen C-C, Lai C-Y, Shih T-S, Hwang J-S. 1999. Laboratory Performance Comparison of Respirable Samplers. American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal. 60(5):601–611. https://doi.org/10.1080/00028899908984479

1999 Award for American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal 1998

Xiong JQ, Fang C, Cohen BS. 1998. A Portable Vapor/Particle Sampler. American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal. 59(9):614–621. https://doi.org/10.1080/15428119891010785

1998 Award for American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal 1997

Gao P, Dillon HK, Farthing WE. 1997. Development and Evaluation of an Inhalable Bioaerosol Manifold Sampler. American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal. 58(3):196–206. https://doi.org/10.1080/15428119791012847

Awards

William C. Hinds Memorial Award

This new (2025) award honors the memory of Dr. William C. Hinds CIH, FAIHA, an exemplary aerosol scientist, researcher, teacher, and mentor. The award is given to the authors of the best student poster at AIHA Connect focusing on aerosol science and technology applied to the occupational environment.

Klaus Willeke & Paul A. Baron Award

This new (2025) award honors Drs. Willeke and Baron, outstanding aerosol scientists, researchers, and authors who represented the importance of scientific collaboration between academia and government. The award is given to the authors of the best professional poster at AIHA Connect focusing on aerosol science and technology applied to the occupational environment

 

Qualifications to Join

Committee members must be an AIHA member in good standing. If you are interested in learning more about membership, please visit https://www.aiha.org/membership.
 

Hazards Chemical & Material Hazards