Noise Mapping
Scope & Guideline
Mapping the future of urban acoustics.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Noise Pollution Assessment:
The journal emphasizes methodologies for assessing noise pollution levels in various contexts, including urban areas, transportation systems, and industrial sites. This includes the development of noise maps and predictive models to quantify exposure. - Soundscape Research:
It explores the concept of soundscapes, focusing on how sounds in environments affect human perception and well-being. This includes studies on soundscape design and the impact of different sound sources on quality of life. - Health Impacts of Noise:
Research published in 'Noise Mapping' often investigates the health implications of noise exposure, including both auditory and non-auditory effects, linking noise pollution to various health outcomes. - Innovative Mapping Techniques:
The journal showcases advancements in noise mapping technologies and methodologies, including the use of GIS, acoustic modeling, and crowd-sourced data, to create more accurate and comprehensive noise maps. - Policy and Regulatory Frameworks:
It addresses the legal and policy aspects of noise management, providing insights into environmental regulations and the development of guidelines for noise impact assessments.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19 on Soundscapes:
A significant number of recent studies have focused on how the COVID-19 pandemic has altered noise levels and soundscapes in urban environments. This includes analysis of noise complaints and shifts in sound perception during lockdowns. - Smart Technology in Noise Monitoring:
There is an increasing emphasis on the use of smart technologies and crowd-sourced data for noise monitoring and mapping. This trend reflects a broader movement towards participatory approaches in environmental research. - Noise and Mental Health:
Emerging research is increasingly linking noise pollution with mental health outcomes, exploring how soundscapes can influence psychological well-being and stress levels in urban populations. - Sustainable Urban Soundscapes:
A growing body of work is dedicated to creating sustainable and livable urban sound environments. Researchers are investigating how sound design can contribute to urban planning and enhance quality of life. - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Noise Research:
There is a trend towards interdisciplinary research that integrates insights from urban planning, acoustics, public health, and environmental science to address the complexities of noise pollution.
Declining or Waning
- Industrial Noise Management:
Research specifically focused on industrial noise sources and their management has decreased, possibly due to a shift towards urban and transportation noise studies, reflecting a change in the primary concerns of researchers and policymakers. - Historical Noise Studies:
There appears to be a waning interest in studies that solely focus on historical noise levels without contemporary relevance. The journal has moved towards more dynamic and current analyses, particularly in the context of recent global events like the COVID-19 pandemic. - Single-source Noise Studies:
Papers focusing exclusively on single sources of noise, such as rail or road traffic, have become less frequent. There is a growing trend towards integrated studies that consider multiple sources and their cumulative effects on the environment.
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