I graduated as a chemist specializing in organic chemistryI(Silesian University, Katowice). I defended my doctorate in hard coal physicochemistry (Technical University Wrocław) and then I prepared my post -doctoral work in the domain ofgeochemistry of fossil organic matter . I am continuing research in this area . I am also interested in the domain of environmental protection.
The applicability of the fluorescence techniques to identify the polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in environmental samples is presented. The technique of synchronous fluorescence enabled the identification of the PAHs series containing 2–6 condensed rings in urban airborne particulate matter from Upper Silesia industrial region in Poland. The results obtained by synchronous and conventional fluorescence measurements have been confirmed by those from gas chromatography-mass spectrometry. As the air sample was taken in summer season, the main source of pollution by PAHs component seems to be transport – the exhaust gases from motor vehicles.
Part of the book: Environmental Emissions