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Environmental quality is widely recognised as one of the most decisive factors in public health. Its relevance is particularly critical in the case of children, as it directly affects both their physical and cognitive development. Indeed, different researches showed how the exposure to inadequate environmental conditions during early life stages may compromise health outcomes, learning capacity, and overall well-being. Consequently, improving environmental quality in educational settings is not only a matter of comfort, but an essential public health priority. In this context, the International Symposium of Environmental Quality in Educational Spaces (inSiEqES) emerges as a necessary initiative to foster dialogue, cooperation, and knowledge exchange. The growing importance of this topic highlights the urgent need to create a dedicated forum where researchers, professionals and stakeholders can share experiences, identify challenges, and collaboratively explore innovative solutions and alternatives. Such a space is particularly valuable given the increasing yet often fragmented body of research and practical experiences developed in recent years across different disciplines and regions. The symposium is organised within the framework of the research project Lime4Health (PID 2021- 123023OA-I00), which focuses on the evaluation of indoor and outdoor pollutant concentrations in primary schools in the Community of Madrid. The project also investigates the influence of building finishings and user habits on environmental quality, as well as their impact on children’s health. While grounded in this specific research context, the scope of the symposium is deliberately broadened to address environmental quality in a comprehensive manner. Beyond air quality, the symposium incorporates key aspects that have traditionally been evaluated independently, such as thermal comfort, lighting conditions, and acoustic quality. These factors are fundamental in shaping the daily experiences of children in schools, influencing not only their wellbeing but also their ability to concentrate, learn, and perform academically. By adopting a holistic perspective, the symposium aims to advance a more integrated understanding of environmental quality in educational spaces. Furthermore, through a multidisciplinary approach, the symposium seeks to bring an inclusive and collaborative framework that will facilitate the sharing and discussion of scientific advances, practical applications, and policy-oriented strategies. In addition, taking into account the significant body of expertise in this subject at international level, another aim of in-SiEqES is to create an international forum for the exchange of state-ofthe-art knowledge and experience on environmental quality in primary educational environments, both indoor and outdoor. The symposium will emphasise evidence-based research, as well as the presentation of practical experiences and implemented solutions, all while maintaining a strong focus on implications for students’ health, well-being, and learning outcomes. Ultimately, the International Symposium of Environmental Quality in Educational Spaces aspires to contribute meaningfully to the improvement of environmental conditions in educational centres. By promoting healthier, safer, and more sustainable environments, it supports the creation of optimal learning spaces that enhance children’s development and quality of life.

DOI

10.20868/UPM.book.96500

Publication Date

6-2026

Publisher

Universidad Politécnica de Madrid

City

Madrid, España

Keywords

Neuroarchitecture; Indoor Air Quality (IAQ); Cognitive Performance; Environmental Neuroscience; Physiological Monitoring

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1st International Symposium of Environmental Quality in Educational Spaces (in-SiEqEs 2026)

Neuroenvironmental Footprint: Integrating Air Quality into Neuroarchitectural Research in Educational Spaces

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