Dr. Dan Jaffe

Professor

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Biography

Dan Jaffe is a professor in the College of the Environment, specializing in global transport pollutants, particularly those originating from Asia. His work has significantly influenced our understanding of background sources affecting regional urban air quality. He has published numerous papers on this topic and has been actively involved in a panel for the National Academy of Sciences, contributing to a study on the significance of intercontinental transport of air pollutants. In recognition of his expertise, he was chosen as a Fulbright Distinguished Chair in Environmental Sciences. His research has been generously funded by prestigious organizations including the National Science Foundation, NOAA, NASA, and the EPA, as well as industry partners. Currently, Dan is leading projects that investigate the sources of ozone and particulate matter related to global and regional air pollution. In particular, he studies the impacts of wildfires on air quality in the Western United States, and the effects of diesel-powered coal trains on environmental health.

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Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.