Air pollution & city cycling
Air pollution affects the health and quality of life of people across the UK. I am currently looking at designing a product that reduces cyclists exposure to air pollution particulates without compromising users vanity, comfort or safety on the road. The product will simultaneously provide a live, visual indication of current air pollution levels to other road users. Thank you for taking the time to fill out my questionnaire - your feedback is invaluable in the early development of this product.
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Participant Information Sheet
Investigator Details:
Louis Bateman
Loughborough University
LE11 3TU

l.bateman-16@student.lboro.ac.uk,

I would like to invite you to take part in my study. Before you decide I would like you to understand why the research is being done and what it would involve for you. If you have any questions regarding the survey, please feel free to send them to my email.

The purpose of the survey is to gain an enhanced understanding and insight into city cycling from a user perspective. The aims of the study are to outline users cycling habits, looking specifically into reducing air pollution exposure and increasing awareness. The survey is part of a student research project supported by Loughborough University and involves answering short questions about cycling during your commute to work.

If you are under 18 years of age, please DO NOT complete this survey.

After you have read this information and asked any questions you may have, if you are happy to participate we will ask you to complete an Informed Consent Form. However if at any time, before, during or after the sessions you wish to withdraw from the study please just contact the main investigator.  You can withdraw at any time, for any reason and you will not be asked to explain your reasons for withdrawing.

The questionnaire should take between 5-10 minutes to complete.

The survey is completely anonymous and there are no disadvantages or risks in participating.

Data Protection Privacy Notice

Loughborough University will be using information/data from you in order to undertake this study and will act as the data controller for this study. This means that the University is responsible for looking after your information and using it properly.

What personal information will be collected from me and how will it be used?

Personal information that will be collected as part of the study will be your age, for the purpose of data comparison across different age groups.

What is the legal basis for processing my personal information?

Personal data will be processed on the public task basis. Individuals’ rights to erasure and data portability do not apply if you are processing on the basis of public task. However, individuals do have a right to object. 

Will my taking part in this study be kept confidential?

Personal information will be anonymised if relevant and desired by the participant.

How will the anonymised data/results collected from me be used?

The data collected will be used in a research report.

How long will the anonymised data/results be retained?

Any information, data and results will be retained for one academic year.

Any questions regarding participation in the survey, please contact l.bateman-16@student.lboro.ac.uk

What if I am not happy with how the research was conducted?

If you are not happy with how the research was conducted, please contact the Secretary of the Ethics Approvals (Human Participants) Sub-Committee, Research Office, Hazlerigg Building, Loughborough University, Epinal Way, Loughborough, LE11 3TU.  Tel: 01509 222423.  Email: researchpolicy@lboro.ac.uk

The University also has policies relating to Research Misconduct and Whistle Blowing which are available online at http://www.lboro.ac.uk/committees/ethics-approvals-human-participants/additionalinformation/codesofpractice/ .  

If you require any further information regarding the General Data Protection Regulations, please see: https://www.lboro.ac.uk/privacy/research-privacy/.
Participant Consent Form
Please submit your consent to the following in order to take part in the questionnaire.
The purpose and details of this study have been explained to me.  I understand that this study is designed to further scientific knowledge and that all procedures have been approved by the Loughborough University Ethics Approvals (Human Participants) Sub-Committee. *
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I have read and understood the participant information sheet and this consent form.   *
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I have had an opportunity to ask questions about my participation. *
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I understand that taking part in the project will involve undertaking a questionnaire. *
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I understand that I am under no obligation to take part in the study, have the right to withdraw from this study at any stage for any reason, and will not be required to explain my reasons for withdrawing. *
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I understand that all the personal information I provide will be processed in accordance with data protection legislation on the public task basis and will be treated in strict confidence unless (under the statutory obligations of the agencies which the researchers are working with), it is judged that confidentiality will have to be breached for the safety of the participant or others or for audit by regulatory authorities. *
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I understand that information I provide will be used for reports and research outputs. *
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I understand that personal information collected about me that can identify me, such as my name or where I live, will not be shared beyond the study team. *
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I agree that information I provide can be quoted anonymously in research outputs. *
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I give permission for the anonymised data I provide to be deposited so that it can be made publicly available for future research at the end of the project.   *
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I am aged 18 or over. *
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I voluntarily agree to take part in this study. *
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