Keeping an Eye on the Air

Measurement and research of carbonaceous aerosols

Black carbon and other carbonaceous aerosols are major contributors to air pollution and climate change. Recognized by the leading global authorities, these particles not only degrade air quality and harm human health but also accelerate global warming. 

Precise and widespread measurement is essential for identifying sources, monitoring trends, and shaping effective environmental and public health policies.

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Why Aerosol Magee Scientific?

DATA YOU CAN TRUST

Aerosol Magee Scientific, originator of the Aethalometer, designs and manufactures advanced instruments for reliable measurement of black carbon and other carbonaceous aerosols. Our technology is trusted by environmental researchers, climate scientists, regulatory agencies, and industrial operators worldwide - delivering precise air quality data to support informed decisions and impactful research.
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MAKING A MEASURABLE DIFFERENCE

Black carbon and carbonaceous aerosols are among the most harmful pollutants to both climate and health. By providing the tools to measure them precisely, we empower others to make informed decisions and create meaningful change.
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SCIENCE AT THE CORE

We are more than instrument makers - we are scientists. Our dedicated research team operates at the level of top academic institutions, ensuring that every product we create is grounded in rigorous, peer-reviewed science.
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BACKED BY EXPERTISE

We offer more than just reliable products - we offer exceptional knowledge. With decades of experience, we know more about and carbonaceous aerosols than anyone else, and we’re ready to answer any question our customers may have. From practical setup to advanced scientific support, we’re with you every step of the way.
TO MEASURE IS TO KNOW

PRODUCTS

Aerosol Magee Scientific instruments provide reliable, user-friendly, and comprehensive measurement and detailed analysis of black, brown, organic, elemental, total carbon, and other carbonaceous aerosols, including primary and secondary organic aerosols.
We empower researchers, regulators, and industry professionals to make informed decisions that improve air quality, advance climate science, and protect public health.
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Measure Black Carbon, Brown Carbon, Organic and Elemental Carbon, Total Carbon, Primary and Secondary Organic aerosols in real-time.

Analyze previously collected filters for Black Carbon, Brown Carbon, Organic and Elemental Carbon, Total Carbon, Primary and Secondary Organic aerosols.

Accurate and trustworthy data require special attention to the conditions of measurements.

Analyze and visualize data from Aerosol Magee Scientific instruments.

FROM RESEARCH LABS TO REAL-WORLD MONITORING

APPLICATIONS

Users of Aerosol Magee Scientific instruments monitor black carbon, also known as soot, and other carbonaceous aerosols in hundreds of air quality networks on all continents. Our instruments help in large cities, where air pollution affects most people.
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Aerosol Magee Scientific is the first choice of responsible people who are aware of the dangers of climate change. Black carbon and carbonaceous aerosols are the second most important contributor to global warming due to its absorption of light.
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Black carbon, brown carbon, and other aerosols pose a threat to human health worldwide. They are universal carriers of a wide variety of chemicals that are toxic to the human body and affect the respiratory, cardiovascular, nervous, and immune systems.
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Harmful particles in the air mainly come from the human impact on various environments: industrial facilities, construction sites, airports, schools, communities and cities. Change the way we act and live based on precise data.
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AIR QUALITY MONITORING

Users of Aerosol Magee Scientific instruments monitor black carbon, also known as soot, and other carbonaceous aerosols in hundreds of air quality networks on all continents. Our instruments help in large cities, where air pollution affects most people.
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AEROSOL SCIENCE and
climate change research

Aerosol Magee Scientific is the first choice of responsible people who are aware of the dangers of climate change. Black carbon and carbonaceous aerosols are the second most important contributor to global warming due to its absorption of light.
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HEALTH EFFECTS RESEARCH

Black carbon, brown carbon, and other aerosols pose a threat to human health worldwide. They are universal carriers of a wide variety of chemicals that are toxic to the human body and affect the respiratory, cardiovascular, nervous, and immune systems.
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CLEAN AIR FOR ALL

Harmful particles in the air mainly come from the human impact on various environments: industrial facilities, construction sites, airports, schools, communities and cities. Change the way we act and live based on precise data.
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GLOBAL STANDARD

TRUSTED WORLDWIDE

With nearly 50 years of experience, Aerosol Magee Scientific is a pioneer in measuring black carbon - also known as soot. Our instruments are used worldwide to deliver precise, real-time data on carbonaceous aerosols, from black to brown carbon, organic and elemental carbon, to primary and secondary organic aerosols. Trusted in numerous scientific studies, monitoring stations across the world, our instruments help shape understanding of air quality, climate, and health.
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Our instruments have been cited in over 10,000 scientific publications, making them a globally recognized standard in carbonaceous aerosol measurement. Our credibility is earned through decades of collaboration, innovation, and results.

We work closely with scientists and professionals to turn real-world challenges into smart solutions and instruments that lead the industry. These are further enhanced by a range of patented technologies developed in-house that set new performance standards. THROUGH COLLABORATION

Our instruments are used in over 70 countries, from remote field stations to urban monitoring networks. Wherever air quality matters, we’re there - delivering data that drives action.

Our rugged, field-ready instruments are built to meet the highest technical and scientific standards while remaining practical and user-focused.
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SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN

Our instruments have been cited in over 10,000 scientific publications, making them a globally recognized standard in carbonaceous aerosol measurement. Our credibility is earned through decades of collaboration, innovation, and results.
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INNOVATION THROUGH COLLABORATION

We work closely with scientists and professionals to turn real-world challenges into smart solutions and instruments that lead the industry. These are further enhanced by a range of patented technologies developed in-house that set new performance standards.
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GLOBAL REACH, LOCAL IMPACT

Our instruments are used in over 70 countries, from remote field stations to urban monitoring networks. Wherever air quality matters, we’re there - delivering data that drives action.
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DESIGNED FOR PURPOSE AND LIFE

Our rugged, field-ready instruments are built to meet the highest technical and scientific standards while remaining practical and user-focused.
APPLICATIONS

USE CASES

Mine ventilation optimization

Mine ventilation optimization

Learn how black carbon monitoring supports ventilation efficiency and cost savings in deep underground mining operations.
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Urban maps of black carbon pollution

Urban maps of black carbon pollution

Compare personal black carbon exposure across transport modes and routes using mobile mapping in urban environments.
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Global black carbon pollution

Global black carbon pollution

See how ultra-light aircraft measured black carbon globally to assess hotspots and long-range transport patterns.
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Forest fire black carbon pollution

Forest fire black carbon pollution

Understand emission factors and atmospheric impacts of biomass burning through airborne and background measurements.
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Marine vessel black carbon pollution

Marine vessel black carbon pollution

Uncover how ship emissions affect port air quality and how emission factors guide pollution control strategies.
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Vertical profile of black carbon pollution

Vertical profile of black carbon pollution

Capture vertical profiles of black carbon to assess its role in radiative forcing and long-range transport above the PBL.
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Black carbon car emission factors

Black carbon car emission factors

Compare stationary and mobile measurements of black carbon emission factors for real-world traffic pollution analysis.
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Fossil fuel vs. Biomass burning black carbon

Fossil fuel vs. Biomass burning black carbon

Distinguish between fossil fuel and biomass burning sources of black carbon in urban and regional air quality studies.
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Studies of carbonaceous aerosols with cass and acsm

Studies of carbonaceous aerosols with cass and acsm

Reveal detailed OM/OC and TC/EC/BC insights in real time by combining CASS and ACSM instruments.
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Real time wildfire smoke monitoring

Real time wildfire smoke monitoring

Track real-time black and brown carbon from wildfires with the portable AE43 for emergency response and public health protection.
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Off grid black carbon monitoring

Off grid black carbon monitoring

Monitor black carbon in remote locations with solar-powered AE43, offering continuous data even without grid power.
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Mobile measurement of black carbon

Mobile measurement of black carbon

Map black and brown carbon pollution on the move with the AE43 - ideal for urban, rural, or emergency air quality assessments.
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EC/OC- photo-ms ambient aerosol filter pad analyzer

EC/OC- photo-ms ambient aerosol filter pad analyzer

Analyze quartz fiber filters with combined EC/OC carbon analysis and molecular-level speciation using photo-ionization TOF-MS.
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Advanced apportionment of carbonaceous aerosols

Advanced apportionment of carbonaceous aerosols

The advanced TC/BC(l) method can be used to study the influence of anthropogenic processes.
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Airport black carbon emissions and their impact on the nearby local communities

Airport black carbon emissions and their impact on the nearby local communities

Airports, with their high traffic of jet engines and ground support equipment, are significant sources of black carbon emissions.
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Black carbon health effects studies

Black carbon health effects studies

BC is a harmful pollutant with significant adverse effects on human health. The Aethalometer is a valuable tool in monitoring black carbon levels and aiding in healthrelated research.
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PROJECTS

Aerosol Magee Scientific participates in development projects funded by national and European Union programs. In collaboration with research institutions and industry partners, these co-funded projects facilitate the pooling of expertise, resources, and risk mitigation to support technological progress. Participation in such projects ensures compliance with the highest scientific standards, enhances our innovation capabilities, and strengthens our position in the global market. Furthermore, these collaborations provide access to state-of-the-art research infrastructures and support the transformation of scientific outcomes into practical, commercially viable solutions.
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WWCA

Size-resolved sampling and analytical methods for identification of wood and waste combustion sources of ambient aerosols generated by domestic heating
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2025 – 2027

Interreg ECOMAPS

Observing environmental and climate changes by monitoring urban air pollution.
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2025 – 2028

EUROSTARS 3

Ai1-CAS – the first solution for rapid on-line deep characterisation of aerosols
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Users of Aerosol Magee Scientific instruments monitor black carbon and other carbonaceous aerosols on all continents and at observatories at the South and North Poles. They measure air quality under extreme conditions, such as the highest parts of the Earth in the Himalayas or the depths reached by mines. They also help in large cities, where air pollution affects most people.

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