Dr. Candace Tsai

Associate Professor

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Biography

Candace Tsai is an Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental Health Sciences at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and serves as the Director and Principal Investigator of the Southern California Superfund Research Program funded by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences. She specializes in industrial hygiene and has substantial experience addressing exposure assessments related to aerosols, nanoparticles, and toxic airborne substances in various occupational environments. Dr. Tsai’s research interests are diverse, focusing on emerging substances such as nanomaterials and pollutants associated with wildfires, engaging in interdisciplinary projects and collaborations both within the U.S. and internationally. Her work evaluates occupational exposure to airborne substances, assesses sampling techniques, and investigates the biological effects of exposure to airborne particles. She has contributed to the field through numerous publications and serves on various committees including the UC Center for Laboratory Safety and the Sustainable Nanotechnology Organization. Dr. Tsai is committed to advancing research and education in environmental health and safety, particularly concerning the health impacts of nanomaterials and innovative safety practices in occupational settings.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of California Los Angeles

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:160
Analytical Writing
Required:5
Overall
Required:5
TOEFL
Total
Required:87
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Strong background in Economics and Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • GRE General Test scores
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.