Tropospheric Sounding with Low-Cost Particulate Matter Sensors

The high-altitude balloon (HAB) platform has allowed scientists to measure vertical profiles in the atmosphere at a relatively low cost. current project combines HAB with low-cost air quality sensors that particulate matter (PM). PM is detrimental human health and can exacerbate asthma. In atmosphere, affect cloud formation also radiative transfer, which links emissions of climate change. Therefore, understanding controlling vital agricultural regions, several practices produce significant emissions. Tilling release form dust, especially under arid conditions. burning crop residue common practice releases partially combusted organics (soot). ultimate goal this use assess sources from regions using citizen scientists. presentation evaluates performance two different over flights conducted during summer 2017.