Dr. Haoran Yu

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Haoran Yu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alberta. His primary research focuses on the health impacts of air pollutants, particularly through the development of patented instruments for assessing oxidative potential. He has published extensively in reputable journals such as Environmental Science & Technology and the Journal of Hazardous Materials. Dr. Yu's research interests include exploring the connection between the toxicological effects and the chemical composition of PM2.5, as well as the mechanisms involved in PM2.5 induced oxidative stress. He is committed to mentoring students interested in interdisciplinary research related to atmospheric pollutants and will supervise 1-3 graduate projects. Dr. Yu is actively involved in various research projects including the development of machine learning tools and automated systems for assessing reactive oxygen species activities.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2021-07-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Teaching and conducting research in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, focusing on air quality and pollutants' health effects.

Courses

CIV E 321 - Principles of Environmental Modeling CIV E 657 - Air Pollution Control

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management