This December 2016 presentation by University of Washington Professor Tim Larson examines ultrafine particles (UFPs) — tiny airborne particles smaller than 0.1 micrometers — found near airports, including sources such as jet engine exhaust and other combustion products. The research, conducted in collaboration with USC scientists, investigates the concentration and spread of these microscopic particles in communities surrounding airports. The findings are relevant to ongoing discussions about air quality and public health impacts near facilities like Sea-Tac Airport.Open full document
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Presentation by Professor Timothy Larson, University of Washington Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE/UWDEOHS), on ultrafine particles (UFPs) near airports, delivered December 2016. Covers UFP characteristics, size ranges (sub-100nm), and comparison to diesel smoke, combustion products, tobacco smoke, carbon black, and other particulates. Collaborative research with USC researchers Scott Fruin and Neelakshi Hudda, and UW team including Michael G. Yost, Christopher D. Simpson, Erin Riley, Timothy R. Gould, Kris Hartin. Based on ACI EUROPE UFP Study 2012.