Research output per year
Research output per year
Personal profile
Curriculum vitae
I have the title of docent (Associate Professor) in urban ecology and I have been concentrating on ecosystem services provided by urban green areas. One of my main interests is the impact of urban vegetation, such as trees, on the concentrations of air pollutants (e.g. NO2, O3, VOCs, PAHs, SO2, particulates). Moreover, I am studying the operationalisation of ecosystem services in urban planning and decision-making. For latest updates of my research and publications, see also my ResearchGate profile.
Academic Education and Merits
- Associate Professor (The Title of Docent) in Urban Ecology, University of Helsinki, March 2018.
- Ph.D. (Environmental Sciences), University of Helsinki, Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences, January 2007.
- M.Sc., University of Helsinki, Department of Ecology and Systematics, June 2001. Major: morphological-ecological zoology, Minors: environmental biology, environmental sciences.
- B.Eng., Espoo-Vantaa Institute of Technology, Department of Industrial Engineering, Biotechnology, May 1996. Special modules: e.g. Environmental technology, New biotechnology, Chemical engineering.
Fields of Science
- 1172 Environmental sciences
- Urban ecology
- Urban ecosystems
- Ecosystem services
- Air pollution
- Urban vegetation
- Urban planning
International and National Collaboration
Publications and projects within past five years.
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In memoriam: Jari Niemelä 1957-2022: From insect ecologist, through urban ecology to sustainability science – this carabidologist did it all
Venn, S., Kotze, J., Yli-Pelkonen, V. & Lehvävirta, S., 28 Jun 2023, In: Journal of urban Ecology. 9, 1Research output: Contribution to journal › Comment/debate › Scientific
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Kaupunkipuistojen merkitys hiilensidonnassa
Setälä, H., Yli-Pelkonen, V. & Lindén, L., 28 Apr 2022.Research output: Conference materials › Paper
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Kaupunkipuistojen merkitys hiilivarastona
Yli-Pelkonen, V., Lindén, L., Riikonen, A. & Setälä, H., 15 Jun 2021, In: Ilmansuojelu. 2/2021, p. 4-7 4 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Professional
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Biocultural diversity (BCD) in European cities – interactions between motivations, experiences and environment in public parks
Vierikko, K., Goncalves, P., Haase, D., Elands, B., Ioja, C., Jaatsi, M., Pieniniemi, M., Lindgren, J., Grilo, F., Santos-Reis, M., Niemelä, J. & Yli-Pelkonen, V., 1 Feb 2020, In: Urban Forestry & Urban Greening. 48, 12 p., 126501.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
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Effects of forests on particle number concentrations in near-road environments across three geographic regions
Viippola, V., Yli-Pelkonen, V., Järvi, L., Kulmala, M. & Setälä, H., Nov 2020, In: Environmental Pollution. 266, Part 2, 9 p., 115294.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
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Projects
- 4 Finished
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Environmental justice and ecosystem services: Access, equity and participation in the use and management of aquatic environments in the Helsinki region (ENJUSTESS)
Yli-Pelkonen, V., Niemelä, J., Vierikko, K., Peltonen, L., Kopperoinen, L., Pelkonen, R., Itkonen, P., Järvinen, M., Kyttä, M., Kuoppa, J., Kuokkanen, T. & Soininen, N.
01/01/2013 → 31/12/2013
Project: Research project
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Operationalisation of Natural Capital and Ecosystem Services (OpenNess)
Yli-Pelkonen, V., Niemelä, J. & Vierikko, K.
01/12/2012 → 31/12/2013
Project: Research project
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Well-being in urban environments: the use of ecosystem services as a tool towards sustainable urban planning
Yli-Pelkonen, V., Hauru, K., Viippola, V. & Rantalainen, A.
01/01/2012 → 31/12/2012
Project: Research project
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VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT OF ECOSYSTEM SE
Kulonpalo, J., Setälä, H., Niemelä, J., Ruth, O., Loikkanen, H. A., Vaattovaara, M. K., Kortteinen, M. & Yli-Pelkonen, V.
01/01/2009 → 31/03/2012
Project: Research project
Activities
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Urban Forestry & Urban Greening (Journal)
Vesa Yli-Pelkonen (Reviewer)
1 Jan 2024 → 31 Dec 2024Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Peer review of manuscripts
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Urban Forestry & Urban Greening (Journal)
Vesa Yli-Pelkonen (Reviewer)
1 Jan 2024 → 31 Dec 2024Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Peer review of manuscripts
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Urban Forestry & Urban Greening (Journal)
Vesa Yli-Pelkonen (Reviewer)
1 Jan 2024 → 31 Dec 2024Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Peer review of manuscripts
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Journal of Cleaner Production (Journal)
Vesa Yli-Pelkonen (Reviewer)
1 Jan 2024 → 31 Dec 2024Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Peer review of manuscripts
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Urban Forestry & Urban Greening (Journal)
Vesa Yli-Pelkonen (Reviewer)
1 Jan 2024 → 31 Dec 2024Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Peer review of manuscripts
Press/Media
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Academy of Finland funds topical, high-impact and innovative Postdoctoral Researchers in biosciences, health and environment
04/05/2021
2 items of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media
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Science AAAS News -uutisjuttu "Roadside trees trap asthma-inducing pollutants" kahdesta tutkimusartikkelistamme 23.8.2017
Vesa Yli-Pelkonen, Heikki Martti Setälä, Juho Viljami Viippola, David Johannes Kotze & Anna A. Scott
23/08/2017
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media
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Haastattelu Ympäristöasiantuntija-lehden artikkeliin "Kaupunkiviheralueet ekosysteemipalveluiden tuottajana"
01/01/2014
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Press / Media
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