| No | Poster Title | Speaker | Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Real Time Monitoring of Semi-Volatile Emerging Atmospheric Contaminants: Application of the AIM Reactor in PFAS Detection |  Veronika Pospisilova |
tofwerk |
| 2 | RESPIRATORY DISEASES IN CORONEL, BIO-BIO REGION - CHILE, ASSOCIATED WITH AIR POLLUTION: USE OF SINCA NETWORK DATA AND AIRQ+ SOFTWARE |  Diego Pantoja |
UCSC |
| 3 | Evaluating Air Quality and Associated Health Risks in Ikere Ekiti, Nigeria: An Indoor and Outdoor Assessment |  Francis Olawale Abulude |
Environmental and Sustainable Research Group, Ondo State (SEDInst), Nigeria |
| 4 | Measurement of ultrafine aerosol particles in an urban environment |  Daniela Wimmer |
AVL |
I am a chemical engineer with a master's degree in pollution science. Prior to joining EA, I spent a decade as a design engineer specializing in air treatment systems. Currently serving as a technical advisor at the EA's head office, my role involves conducting site visits to audit and recommend enhancements for odorous emissions control and site processing. My extensive experience includes the assessment and approval of air emission control measures for a diverse range of industrial and waste treatment plants, such as IVC compositing, MRFs, landfills, MBT, and AD sites. Additionally, I've worked with various industry sites, including, Chemical, paper mills, and food and Drink facilities. I bring a wealth of on-site expertise in evaluating and improving air quality across different sectors. I have provided training in best practices and odour abatement techniques for both EA and external industry staff. My focus is on elevating their confidence and standards when tackling challenging odour and air quality problems
Technical Sales Manager @ AlphaGeo | UK Supplier | Drones/UAVs + Payloads (Camera, LiDAR, Sensors & Sonar) | ROVs/Underwater Drones Land GNSS & Hydrographic Survey Equipment (Multibeam, Sonar & Sound Velocity) & Software
- Bachelor of Chemistry – Faculty of Science – Alazhar University
- Master’s degree in environmental sciences, Institute of Environmental Studies and Research, Ain Shams University
- Environmental consultant
Philipp Zimmel started his career in the analytical business with JCT Analysentechnik GmbH in 2008. He is a technical expert for continuous gas analysis, sample gas conditioning and continuous automated air quality monitoring systems. He also conducts frequent in-house and external training courses on both. Nowadays Philipp is president and shareholder of JCT Group GmbH. JCT Group GmbH provides Solutions You Can Trust for: Gas Sampling, Air Quality Monitoring, Liquids Sampling (SWAS, manual sampling), Process Analytics.
Philipp Zimmel started his career in the analytical business with JCT Analysentechnik GmbH in 2008. He is a technical expert for continuous gas analysis, sample gas conditioning and continuous automated air quality monitoring systems. He also conducts frequent in-house and external training courses on both. Nowadays Philipp is president and shareholder of JCT Group GmbH. JCT Group GmbH provides Solutions You Can Trust for: Gas Sampling, Air Quality Monitoring, Liquids Sampling (SWAS, manual sampling), Process Analytics.
Megan Hine has worked for Draeger for 6 years, specialising in fixed gas detection, particularly in the energy industry. Alongside her technical background in gas detection, she has participated in the DNV Expert Hazard Awareness Course, witnessing hydrocarbon and hydrogen fires and detonations. She has spoken at TEDx Dundee in 2016 and is a regular guest speaker at the University of Aberdeen on “Gas safety for the energy transition” and “Hydrogen gas safety” as part of the Renewable Energy Engineering MSc. Draeger are a long established safety company with decades of experience in detecting both hydrogen and hydrocarbon flammable gases. As part of her role in Clean Energy Business Development, Megan works with the Draeger Product Management teams in Luebeck appraising new detection technologies for the energy transition.
Megan Hine has worked for Draeger for 6 years, specialising in fixed gas detection, particularly in the energy industry. Alongside her technical background in gas detection, she has participated in the DNV Expert Hazard Awareness Course, witnessing hydrocarbon and hydrogen fires and detonations. She has spoken at TEDx Dundee in 2016 and is a regular guest speaker at the University of Aberdeen on “Gas safety for the energy transition” and “Hydrogen gas safety” as part of the Renewable Energy Engineering MSc. Draeger are a long established safety company with decades of experience in detecting both hydrogen and hydrocarbon flammable gases. As part of her role in Clean Energy Business Development, Megan works with the Draeger Product Management teams in Luebeck appraising new detection technologies for the energy transition.
Megan Hine has worked for Draeger for 6 years, specialising in fixed gas detection, particularly in the energy industry. Alongside her technical background in gas detection, she has participated in the DNV Expert Hazard Awareness Course, witnessing hydrocarbon and hydrogen fires and detonations. She has spoken at TEDx Dundee in 2016 and is a regular guest speaker at the University of Aberdeen on “Gas safety for the energy transition” and “Hydrogen gas safety” as part of the Renewable Energy Engineering MSc. Draeger are a long established safety company with decades of experience in detecting both hydrogen and hydrocarbon flammable gases. As part of her role in Clean Energy Business Development, Megan works with the Draeger Product Management teams in Luebeck appraising new detection technologies for the energy transition.
My Name is Diego Pantoja, From Chile. I'm biologist with deep knowledge in celular biology and master (c) in environmental sciences. my main focus is to study environmental issues taht affects health in Chile.
I have been working in the environmental field during the last 9 years.
Dr. Francis Olawale Abulude is an esteemed independent researcher affiliated with the Environmental and Sustainable Research Group at the Science and Education Development Institute in Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria. With a profound dedication to environmental science, Dr. Abulude's research interests span a wide array of critical areas including Citizen Science, Air, Water, Soil, and Noise Pollution, as well as Emission Inventory Analysis and Environmental Loads. A distinguished member of professional bodies such as the American Chemical Society, USA, and the Chemical Society of Nigeria, Dr. Abulude brings a wealth of expertise and experience to his work. He is recognized for his ongoing international research collaborations focusing on air pollution, particularly utilizing low-cost sensors to assess environmental quality. Dr. Abulude's contributions to the field are reflected in his extensive publication record, with over 100 research articles published in both local and international journals. Moreover, he actively engages with the global scientific community by participating in virtual and hybrid conferences, where he shares his insights and findings, contributing to the advancement of environmental science on a global scale. Through his relentless pursuit of knowledge and his commitment to addressing pressing environmental challenges, Dr. Francis Olawale Abulude continues to make significant strides in research, leaving a lasting impact on the field and inspiring future generations of environmental scientists and researchers.
Ehsan Tavakoli COO and co-founder of at DEUS-POLLUTRACK, Europe's largest air pollution and emissions monitoring network. He is a highly qualified chemical engineer and environmental manager with expertise in the oil and gas industry. Ehsan is committed to supporting the industry in real-time emissions monitoring to promote sustainability and efficiency goals.
John D. Babyack is a Smart Cities Sales Manager at Libelium. Born in Hawaii, John David has always had a strong connection to public administration and has dedicated his career to improving urban life through technology and politics. John's natural curiosity and passion for innovation led him to gain extensive knowledge and experience in smart cities and IoT developing important projects in Spanish cities such as Murcia, Bizkaia, Barcelona and La Palma. In his current role at Libelium, John David provides his deep understanding of the public sector and his expertise in IoT technologies enables him to deliver custom solutions that meet the specific needs of each city. Beyond his professional work, John David is an active member of the Murcian community and is involved in several initiatives that promote sustainability and equality.
Dr Emma Braysher is a Higher Scientist at NPL in the Air Quality and Atmospheric Metrology Group. Emma undertakes measurements for the UK Heavy Metals Network and conducts research using ICP-MS/MS, with applications including source apportionment and non-exhaust emissions. Emma also leads electrometer calibrations for measurement of nanoparticles.
Aaron Davies is the commercial marketing manager for thermal desorption at Markes International. After graduating from Cardiff and Monash Universities with a PhD in Chemistry, Aaron has worked in industry as a Process and Product Development Chemist, GC-MS Product Specialist before finally focusing on his passion for thermal desorption. In his role, Aaron assists customers on the effective use of thermal desorption for environmental analysis and the benefits of using sustainable carrier gases such as hydrogen and nitrogen over helium.
John Downie has spent the last three years immersed in small sensor air quality applications around the world. As the main point of contact for a small sensor system manufacturer, he has been involved in a wide range of projects, including group related industrial methane monitoring activities. From initial discussion, suitability, and specification, he supports users through project design, installation of monitoring equipment, data quality assurance, maintenance and all aspects of the project life cycle. Environmental Instruments Limited, the UK-based manufacturer of the small sensor system AQMesh, is part of a group of companies offering instruments which are designed and manufactured specifically to analyse gases and monitor methane for various applications. Before taking up the role of Technical Business Development Manager for Environmental Instruments, , John’s experience was in user support, and he continues to focus on customer requirements to deliver practical solutions. John plays a significant role within the AQMesh team, which has been developing the product since it was first used 12 years ago. He is closely involved in product development, understanding the advances offered by continual improvements in technology and data management, as well as the limitations of such systems, in different applications and conditions.
Dr Erkka Saukko has expertise in aerosol measurement techniques and instrument development and works as a Senior R&D Engineer at Pegasor.
Market manager for air quality at Tofwerk
Manager for air quality market at Tofwerk
Carlo Bruno is a chemist with a passion for analytical instruments. After a long time spent in academic research at the University of Bologna, he joined Pollution Analytical Company as a product specialist and sales support. After 15 years at Pollution Analytical Company, he is now responsible for worldwide business development.
Senior Sales Engineer
Stephen Beynon is Sales Director EMEA for Optical Gas Imaging at FLIR. Stephen joined FLIR in April 2006 as a UK Area Sales Manager before taking on the responsibility for the Sales and Business Development of the FLIR Optical Gas Imaging range of cameras in November 2010, for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) Since November 2010, Steve has dedicated his professional career to Optical Gas Imaging, helping industry mitigate against their fugitive emissions through the use of Optical Gas Imaging technology and presenting at many conferences in Europe and the Middle East for the same. As well as supporting end user customers Steve is also seen as the internal subject matter expert and coordinates with the FLIR Product Management and Business Development activities supporting EU independent testing initiatives for Optical Gas Imaging and also support the EU with Regulations and Standards activities. Prior to joining FLIR, Stephen spent 15 years in the electronics and semiconductor manufacturing industry. First as an apprentice electronics engineer working for GEC Marconi, then deployed full time into the Wireless LAN development team that ultimately developed Bluetooth and WLAN technology, before moving into sales in 1996, selling capital gain metrology equipment solutions across Europe to the semiconductor wafer processing and related industries
Technical Director at Alphasense. BSc, MSc Brest University, PhD ENSCR, HDR University of Lyon (France). Postdoc at HUJI and Oxford. Joined Alphasense Ltd now part of AMETEK in 2009. Research interest in electrochemistry and gas sensing.
Antony works as an Application Specialist for Gasmet Technologies (UK) Ltd, specialising in the design and provision of industrial air emissions applications using fixed and portable CEMS CEMS systems using techniques such as: FTIR, TDLAS, CVAF, Zirconium Cell, RAMAN, Chemiluminescence, Paramagnetic, Light Scattering, Triboelectric, as well as the use of Auto Isokinatec Analysers for measuring POPs and Biogenic Carbon. Starting off in the glamorous world of sewage treatment, Antony has over 25 years experience in the world of consultative sales in the worlds of industrial emissions monitoring, occupational safety and permitting. Note: Will provide a better / more professional picture. Attached is the only one I had at the time.
Cat was awarded a PhD from the University of Warwick in combined Scanning Electrochemical and Atomic Force Microscopy. She undertook post-doctoral research in molecular electronics and pharmaceutical materials science at the universities of Southampton and Cambridge respectively before moving into industry. Cat worked on flexible electronics for touchscreens, and MEMS-based inkjet printhead technology before joining ION Science as Principal Scientist in 2020. Her role involves fundamental and applied research on photoionisation detection sensors and their components as well as investigating innovative technologies. Her aim is to help develop, support, and deliver ION's technology strategy.
Tom Conboy is an environmental consultant at SRL Technical Services Ltd, who has specialised in air quality, with a keen interest in air quality levels in schools. Passionate about safeguarding the health of current and future generations, he leads efforts to improve air quality levels in educational settings. With a commitment to proactive solutions, Tom advocates for sustainable practices, striving to create healthier learning environments for all.
Andrew (Andy) Beale is currently Professor of Inorganic Chemistry at UCL and Group Leader at Research Complex and Chief Scientific Officer of Finden Ltd (incorporated in 2012). He is also a Co-I and principal academic responsible for the Harwell activities of the EPSRC sponsored UK Catalysis Hub. Current research interests concern the study of functional materials used as catalysts and in energy storage with novel chemical imaging techniques using X-ray scattering and/or spectroscopic methods, often studied under dynamic (or operando) conditions.
PhD as CLOUD ITN fellow at Goethe University of Frankfurt. After that PostDoc at INAR, Helsinki and University of Vienna. Currently application engineer at AVL.
Valerio Ferracci is a Senior Scientist in the Air Quality and Aerosol Metrology group at the National Physical Laboratory (NPL). He specialises in atmospheric monitoring with a focus on instrument development and atmospheric chemistry. During his career he has made contributions in areas as diverse as stratospheric ozone depletion (University College London), modelling atmospheric oxidation processes (University of Cambridge), and developing new observational methods for long-term monitoring of key atmospheric organic species using low-cost sensors (Cranfield University).
Dr. Asta Gregorič works as a Research Project Manager at Aerosol d.o.o., a company that specializes in development of aerosol measurement instrumentation. Her research work is devoted to carbonaceous aerosol measurements and studies of their optical properties, source apportionment and emission rate.
Aurelie Marcotte is the Director of Sales and Business Development at Entanglement Technologies. She has a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Arizona State University, where she conducted atmospheric chemistry and environmental monitoring research. She completed her postdoctoral training in the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering at Yale University and at the U.S. EPA Office of Research and Development.
Simon James is a graduate chemist, who after a varied career in the nuclear industry and a short stint in engineering then came back to chemistry to work at Air Liquide. Currently Simon works in the Research & Analysis team and has been involved with industrial emissions monitoring for over 10 years.
Dr. Edurne Ibarrola is Scientific Director (CSO) at Kunak Technologies. She received the degree in biology at University of Navarra (Spain) and the M.sc at University of Tromso (Norway) in 2012 and 2014, respectively. She obtained the PhD degree in remote sensing and environmental science from University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain in 2019. She is responsible for innovation and development tasks in air quality sensor-based devices, such as improving sensors' behaviour, dealing with all their challenges and working on how to improve the accuracy of the data. She works on research and development projects with universities and research centers, giving support related to air quality and sensor-based instrument performance. She is also responsible for regulation with legislation bodies and certifications. She is a member of the CEN/TC264/WG42, which developed technical specification "UNE-CEN/TS 17660-1:2021 - Air Quality-Performance evaluation of air quality sensors" and WG41 "Emissions and ambient air – Instrumental odour monitoring".
Dr. Edurne Ibarrola is Scientific Director (CSO) at Kunak Technologies. She received the degree in biology at University of Navarra (Spain) and the M.sc at University of Tromso (Norway) in 2012 and 2014, respectively. She obtained the PhD degree in remote sensing and environmental science from University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain in 2019. She is responsible for innovation and development tasks in air quality sensor-based devices, such as improving sensors' behaviour, dealing with all their challenges and working on how to improve the accuracy of the data. She works on research and development projects with universities and research centers, giving support related to air quality and sensor-based instrument performance. She is also responsible for regulation with legislation bodies and certifications. She is a member of the CEN/TC264/WG42, which developed technical specification "UNE-CEN/TS 17660-1:2021 - Air Quality-Performance evaluation of air quality sensors" and WG41 "Emissions and ambient air – Instrumental odour monitoring".
Dr. Edurne Ibarrola is Scientific Director (CSO) at Kunak Technologies. She received the degree in biology at University of Navarra (Spain) and the M.sc at University of Tromso (Norway) in 2012 and 2014, respectively. She obtained the PhD degree in remote sensing and environmental science from University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain in 2019. She is responsible for innovation and development tasks in air quality sensor-based devices, such as improving sensors' behaviour, dealing with all their challenges and working on how to improve the accuracy of the data. She works on research and development projects with universities and research centers, giving support related to air quality and sensor-based instrument performance. She is also responsible for regulation with legislation bodies and certifications. She is a member of the CEN/TC264/WG42, which developed technical specification "UNE-CEN/TS 17660-1:2021 - Air Quality-Performance evaluation of air quality sensors" and WG41 "Emissions and ambient air – Instrumental odour monitoring".
Lee Swanson is a seasoned professional in the air quality sector with over a decade of experience across the UK. Currently serving as the Regional Account Manager for Europe & Africa at Clarity Movement Co., Lee brings deep expertise from previous roles, including Operations Manager at EIUK (Eurotron Instruments UK) Ltd, where he was pivotal in the operations of a busy warehouse and servicing facility for air quality analysis equipment. His career also includes significant contributions as a Sector Sales Manager at HORIBA UK LIMITED, focusing on the Process & Environmental Segment, and as a General Manager at Resource and Environmental Consultants (REC) Ltd, overseeing operations in multiple offices. Lee's foundational experience as an Air Quality Consultant at Hyder Consulting, working on significant air quality projects using the DMRB modelling tool, established his path as a leading expert in air quality monitoring and management.
Miguel Escribano is the Director of Business Development at Bettair, specialized on projects involving the development of greentech and the design and execution of go-to-market strategies of IoT, AI, wireless sensor systems and networks; including environmental software and its related services. And using his knowledge promotes partnerships that accelerate the standardization and fast adoption of sensor-based systems throughout different use cases; fostering the digital the transformation of environmental and climate change management; and a more sustainable development of cities, polluting industries, and infrastructures. Before joining Bettair, he coordinated the Clean Air Project by World Athletics and led the growth of companies in the domain of sensor-based systems, environmental software, nuisance monitoring and AI-based situational intelligence. He is recipient of an honorable mention by the 2018 US EPA Wildland Fire Sensors Challenge. And has been two times member of teams recognized with the award for most accurate sensor system at the Airlab Challenge, recently in 2023 awarded to Bettair. He is member of the standarization group CEN/TC264/WG42 for Gas Sensors (European technical specification CEN/TS 17660-1:2021 - Air Quality-Performance evaluation of air quality sensors). And member of the group CEN/TC264/WG41 for Instrumental odour monitoring systems (IOMS)
With over 20 years experience in the field of analytical, Ben has a broad knowledge on all kind of process applications and the wide portfolio of ABB analytical portfolio. Starting his career as Sales Engineer in Belgium, he has taken up responsibilities in service, project management, and engineering support, moving at the same time from Sales Manager to Analytical Manager for Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxemburg. Since 2021, he started a new position in the factory in Frankfurt, where all Continuous Gas Analyzers are produced. In his current role, he is responsible as the Global Market Manager for the CGA products. Based on the past experience, he has a good understanding of customers challenges with respect to any compliancy need, safety requirement or production control objectives.
David Graham is a Technical Consultant with Uniper Technologies, working at their Technology Centre near Nottingham, England. He provides technical support in relation to Continuous Emissions Monitoring, emissions reporting and compliance issues for all plant types. This includes the development of guidance for green-house gas reporting. Before joining Uniper, he was a gas turbine combustion engineer with Alstom for six years and, prior to that, he worked on various aspects of combustion and environmental science with British Gas. In the past, David has chaired the UK Source Testing Association and the European Power Industry Technical Group on emissions monitoring. David is a Fellow of the Institution of Chemical Engineers.
David Graham is a Technical Consultant with Uniper Technologies, working at their Technology Centre near Nottingham, England. He provides technical support in relation to Continuous Emissions Monitoring, emissions reporting and compliance issues for all plant types. This includes the development of guidance for green-house gas reporting. Before joining Uniper, he was a gas turbine combustion engineer with Alstom for six years and, prior to that, he worked on various aspects of combustion and environmental science with British Gas. In the past, David has chaired the UK Source Testing Association and the European Power Industry Technical Group on emissions monitoring. David is a Fellow of the Institution of Chemical Engineers.
David Graham is a Technical Consultant with Uniper Technologies, working at their Technology Centre near Nottingham, England. He provides technical support in relation to Continuous Emissions Monitoring, emissions reporting and compliance issues for all plant types. This includes the development of guidance for green-house gas reporting. Before joining Uniper, he was a gas turbine combustion engineer with Alstom for six years and, prior to that, he worked on various aspects of combustion and environmental science with British Gas. In the past, David has chaired the UK Source Testing Association and the European Power Industry Technical Group on emissions monitoring. David is a Fellow of the Institution of Chemical Engineers.
Jon is a Senior Scientist and technical lead for fugitive emissions instrument test and evaluation in the Environmental Emissions Metrology Group at the National Physical Laboratory (NPL). Jon joined NPL in 2013 upon completion of a BSc in Physics with Nuclear Astrophysics at the University of Surrey. Over a eleven-year career with NPL he has been involved in delivering a diverse range of projects and services primarily focused on the testing and validation of emissions monitoring methods for methane, carbon dioxide, hydrogen, nitrous oxide and ammonia, and the development of test capabilities for this purpose. His experience includes working with companies and universities, working in both the laboratory and at industrial sites in the UK, Europe, and the United States.
Bruno Beloff has an MA in theoretical linguistics and artificial intelligence, and a postgraduate diploma in journalism. Over the years, he has worked on device firmware and cloud-based transaction and analytical systems. He has also spent time working as an IT analyst, and lecturing in software engineering. Bruno began working with environmental gas sensor systems and their users in 2013, and the experience has taught him to respect the problems that the field introduces - across hardware design, data interpretation and data management.
Dr. Jean-Christophe Mifsud serves as the President of ELLONA, a company committed to advancing the online monitoring of environmental emissions, encompassing gases, light, particles, noise, odors, allergens, and more, both indoors and outdoors. ELLONA's innovative technologies seamlessly integrate miniaturized sensors with cloud-based artificial intelligence, empowering stakeholders to develop situational intelligence and effectively manage diverse environments, including smart cities, industrial sites, airport and seaports, and construction sites. Dr. Mifsud brings a wealth of experience to his role, having previously founded ALPHA MOS in Toulouse in 1993 and guiding the company for two decades, culminating in its listing on the Paris stock exchange in 1998. ALPHA MOS has emerged as a global leader in sensory measurement instruments, notably electronic noses for odor analysis and electronic tongues for taste evaluation. Prior to his entrepreneurial pursuits, Dr. Mifsud gained valuable insights in finance, particularly in mergers and acquisitions within the high-tech industry during his tenure in the United States. An alumnus of the Toulouse School of Chemistry, Dr. Mifsud holds a degree in Chemical Engineering. Additionally, he is a graduate of ESSEC and earned his Ph.D. in Neurochemistry from Princeton University, New Jersey, USA. Dr. Mifsud's contributions extend beyond academia, with an impressive portfolio comprising approximately 40 patents and over 100 publications.
Kenneth Vindum has participated in the creation of the world’s first DAHS standard, EN 17255 in CEN/TC264/WG 9 and is the founder and CEO of Olicem A/S whose primary product is the MCERTS certified DAHS system ReportLoq. The system has been delivered to +14 countries world-wide. He has for the past +20 years worked with development of IT systems as a Full-Stack developer and IT security expert. Kenneth has used the combination of knowledge within international standards and IT systems development to make one of the first web-enabled DAHS systems on the market. Despite Kenneth’s title as CEO in Olicem, he is still very active in the development of new features for DAHS systems. His current work is about CO2 data management and scoping DAHS for maritime usage.
Daisy Thomas works for 3DATX Corporation as their Lead Engineer. Her role focuses on the function, development, and application of the 3DATX parSYNC iPEMS, including the management of research testing projects around the world. Her most recent research has been based around inspection and maintenance programs. Daisy has over 8 years’ experience in automotive emissions research, with a Ph.D. in engineering from the University of Leeds, UK, that focused on emissions from hybrid vehicles and the impacts of biofuel use.
Emma Gibbons (BSc Hons, CEnv, MIAQM, MIEnvSc, PIEMA) is an Air Quality Specialist with over 15 years of experience in air quality monitoring, modelling, impact assessment and indoor air quality. She has managed technical and operational aspects of projects across multiple sectors – working with local authorities, government agencies, construction companies, planning and engineering consultancies. This includes the development, specification and coordination of a range of air quality and dust monitoring projects. Emma is a Chartered Environmentalist, the Chair of the CIBSE air quality working group, and a full member of the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) and the Institute of Air Quality Management (IAQM).
Bijan Mohandes is the Managing Director of Technocomm Consulting Ltd a company based in Newbury in West Berkshire that designs and manufactures products for the IoT with sensors using cellular connectivity for Air quality measurment. Previous experience covers strategic Sales and Marketing in Smart Energy, Semiconductor technology as well as power conversion over 40+ years of experience.
Marta O’Brien is a Chartered Environmental Scientist and Analytical Chemist with many years of experience working for UKAS accredited organizations in the field of environmental science. Currently, Marta is working and studying at the University of Reading. As both a parent and a scientist, Marta began to question the air quality around her children’s school. This motivated her to pursue PhD research to investigate the levels of air pollution near several schools in Reading. She collaborated with teachers, children, and families to educate them on air quality issues and explore the possibility of implementing changes in everyday behaviours and offer advice to policymakers.
This research inspired others, and thanks to a collaborative approach, educational sessions on air quality are now being offered to all local schools. These sessions are currently being delivered as part of the Reading Council programme CALM:ER (Clean Air Living Matters: Explore Reading), funded by DEFRA.
