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Project Code [2008-EH-DS-1-S3]
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Project title
Toxicological Analysis and Chemical Correlation for PM2.5 in transit to Cobh
Primary Funding Agency
Environmental Protection Agency
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
n/a
Lead Organisation
University College Cork (UCC)
Lead Applicant
John Sodeau
Project Abstract
The main aim of this one-year desk study is to provide a toxicological assessment of airborne particulate matter (PM2.5) seasonally present in Cork Harbour and in transit to Cobh. The results obtained will be compared to those previously found for samples collected in two Cork City sites. Particular attention will be made to assessing correlations between the sulfate ions, nitrate ions and soluble metal indicators with the toxicological endpoints. The driving force for the studies is based on the potential for sulfate-rich, ship emissions to act as health-adverse sources on harbour-based communities. The overall objective of this project is to provide the EPA with an assessment of the toxicological levels related to PM2.5 harbour emissions, which are in transit to Cobh. The results will be compared to those obtained for Cork City sites with particular emphasis on seasonal comparison. Peer-reviewed publications, an EPA literature report and International scientific conference participation will result as outputs. The study will consolidate research capacity in UCC and within Ireland by this toxicological correlation study, which has not been attempted before.
Grant Approved
�92,521.26
Research Hub
Healthy Environment
Research Theme
Environment and Human Health
Initial Projected Completion Date
01/09/2009