Nicole Cowell’s research aims to improve air quality through implementing improved monitoring systems regionally. By collaborating with local governments, Nicole hopes to reduce the environmental impact of air pollution by directly helping communities.
My research focuses on improving how we monitor urban air pollution using low-cost technology. Air pollution from particulate matter contributes to Air pollution, particularly from particulate matter, contributes to. serious health issues that face the population such as cancer and heart disease. As vehicle emissions decrease, non-exhaust sources like tyre and brake wear remain a significant problem.
I have designed and employed wireless technology through air quality sensors to provide real-time data, aiming to fill gaps in the monitoring process. By collaborating with local health providers and governmental departments, I have been able to apply this solution to help local people and benefit our communities. I have identified pollution hotspots and hope to raise further awareness of the impact of air quality on these areas.
One highlight of my research was seeing my work featured in an exhibition in Birmingham, titled ‘The Air We Breath’. This helped to raise public awareness of air quality issues and the way science is tackling these problems to create solutions. I have presented my research at international conferences and achieved major career milestones through achievement awards. This research could transform how cities monitor their air quality throughout the world, reducing the impact of poor air quality on the environmental and people.