Abstract
Field observations and developments of analytical methods for aerosols in East Asia have been conducted aiming to contribute to the elucidation of the human health impact by the aerosols. In particular, studies on (1) compound-specific stable carbon isotopic analysis for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), (2) field observation of aerosols in East Asian region, (3) development of analytical method for aerosols aiming to contribute to pollution control policies in Japan, and (4) elucidation of physical and chemical characteristics of aerosols related to adverse health effects. This paper provides an overview of these studies.
