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Project Code [2007-FS-EH-3-M5]
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Project title
Health effects associated with the atmospheric degradation of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
Primary Funding Agency
Environmental Protection Agency
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
n/a
Lead Organisation
University College Cork (UCC)
Lead Applicant
Shouming Zhou
Project Abstract
Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are major air pollutants produced from combustion processes. They can be chemically transformed in the atmosphere to generate a range of secondary pollutants including ozone and secondary organic aerosol (SOA) which are known to have an adverse effect on human health. In this project, a comprehensive programme of laboratory studies will be performed on the atmospheric degradation of a series of PAHs in order to determine the oxidation products and the yields of SOA. The health effects associated with exposure to SOA produced from the PAHs will be investigated through a series of toxicology tests.
Grant Approved
�174,348.69
Research Hub
Healthy Environment
Research Theme
Environment and Human Health
Initial Projected Completion Date
01/01/2010