Professor Dr. Jan Pettersson

Biography

Jan Pettersson is a Professor at the University of Gothenburg specializing in atmospheric sciences and environmental chemistry. His research primarily focuses on the impact of airborne particles on human health and their role in weather and climate change processes. He aims to enhance understanding of the interactions between aerosol particles and clouds and strives to improve predictions for future climate scenarios. His work includes detailed laboratory experiments, computer simulations, and field studies examining aerosol and cloud processes. Pettersson has developed new types of aerosol mass spectrometers for field studies comparing major atmospheric aerosol components and their sources, particularly from biomass burning and combustion processes. Additionally, he is actively involved in projects concerning emissions from biomass combustion and gasification technologies. As an educator, he teaches chemistry and environmental science at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, contributing significantly to environmental science research and education.

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