Dr. Michael Bergin

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Biography

Michael Bergin is a prominent faculty member in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Duke University, specializing in Environmental Health Engineering. His research primarily focuses on aerosols generated from various natural and anthropogenic sources and their implications for air quality, climate, and human health. He has conducted extensive studies on particulate matter (PM), including its emission, formation, deposition, and the impact on climate by modifying the radiation balance of the atmosphere. Bergin's work also addresses health concerns related to PM, particularly in connection with biomass burning and vehicular emissions. He has collaborated on studies in diverse environments, from polluted urban areas to pristine locations like the Himalayas and Greenland. A true advocate for interdisciplinary research, he aims to leverage a multicultural approach to educate future generations and improve air quality. Bergin holds a B.S. and M.S. from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, and a Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon University.

Research Interests

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)