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Albert Presto is a Research Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University and serves as the Director of the Center for Atmospheric Particle Studies (CAPS). His research primarily investigates pollutant emissions from energy extraction and consumption, focusing on their subsequent transformations in the atmosphere. Presto emphasizes the environmental impacts of these pollutants, particularly the effects of ozone and particulate matter on human health, including a collaborative initiative with medical professionals to study pollutant exposure and its adverse effects on childhood asthma. Using a multi-disciplinary approach, his work involves ambient measurements, laboratory experiments, source testing, and atmospheric modeling to obtain a holistic understanding of pollutant emissions and transformations. Presto's contributions include actively participating in advisory councils and initiatives aimed at improving air quality and informing public policy concerning air pollution and health.
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