James Parkin : Senior Research Assistant
Summary of the Project
Exposure to tiny particles released into the air from vehicles have been associated with a range of diseases. While exhaust emissions from cars are decreasing over time, the friction emissions from the roads, tyres, and brakes remain relatively constant, and exceed exhaust emissions in many European countries. Importantly, while exhaust emissions are heavily regulated by legislation, non-exhaust emissions remain unlegislated. Therefore, goal of this project is to investigate differences in exhaust and non-exhaust particle emissions, to provide evidence for policymakers to make more informed decisions in the regulation of these toxic emissions.
Area of Research Interest
This project aims to address an ARI from the Department for Transport:: What are the specific health impacts of transport related particulate matter such as that caused by tyre and brake wear? Do different types of particulate pose different risks?
Advice for future applicants to the New Things Fund
It is useful to contact potential collaborators working in your field before applying, especially when working on a multidisciplinary project. I found their support extremely useful during the application process.
What you are most looking forward to from the funding?
I am particularly looking forward to engaging with policymakers and learning about how to effectively communicate my research to this audience.
