Understanding the health effects of biomass smoke in Australian towns and cities [ 2008 - 2011 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Fay Johnston (Principal investigator)

Brief description Wildfires have become more frequent and severe the world over and the health impacts of the associated air pollution is a major gap in the current evidence. Working with lead agencies in air quality regulation, public health and fire management I will examine and compare the health effects of air pollution from deliberate burns, bushfires, wood heaters and other sources of air pollution. The research will focus on respiratory and heart disease to inform public health and individual patient care.

Funding Amount $AUD 172,392.69

Funding Scheme Early Career Fellowships

Notes Health Professional Research ECF