Details of Award
NERC Reference : NER/A/S/2003/00545
Experimental study of simulated polar stratospheric cloud particles using a novel particulate trap.
Grant Award
- Principal Investigator:
- Professor NJ Mason, The Open University, Physical Sciences
- Co-Investigator:
- Dr R McPheat, STFC - Laboratories, RAL Space
- Grant held at:
- The Open University, Physical Sciences
- Science Area:
- Atmospheric
- Overall Classification:
- Atmospheric
- ENRIs:
- Global Change
- Environmental Risks and Hazards
- Science Topics:
- Water In The Atmosphere
- Stratospheric Processes
- Atmospheric Kinetics
- Technol. for Environ. Appl.
- Abstract:
- Particulate matter (defined as particles with dimensions of a few microns) play an important role in many areas of modern science and technology. For example within the polar stratospheric clouds micron sized ice particles provide the surfaces upon which ozone depleting heterogeneous chemical reactions take place. Similarly particles are known to influence tropospheric radiation balance and air quality. A new experimental system will be established comprising a low temperature ultrasonic particle trap, an aerosol generation apparatus, a mass spectrometer, and optical measurements to characterise the microphysical properties of simulated particulates forming the Polar Stratospheric clouds. Initial investigations will centre upon the experimental study of the reflective properties of such particulates and development of techniques to monitor chemical processes on their surfaces.
- Period of Award:
- 1 May 2004 - 30 Apr 2007
- Value:
- £48,117 Lead Split Award
Authorised funds only
- NERC Reference:
- NER/A/S/2003/00545
- Grant Stage:
- Completed
- Scheme:
- Standard Grants Pre FEC
- Grant Status:
- Closed
- Programme:
- Standard Grant
This grant award has a total value of £48,117
FDAB - Financial Details (Award breakdown by headings)
| Total - T&S | Total - Staff | Total - Other Costs | Total - Indirect Costs | Total - Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| £2,627 | £7,634 | £10,028 | £20,071 | £7,756 |
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