Professor Dr. Paul Shepson

Biography

Paul Shepson is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences at Purdue University, holding a Ph.D. from Pennsylvania State University. His research focuses on atmospheric chemistry, specifically examining tropospheric ozone and photochemical smog. He employs advanced atmospheric chemical measurement techniques and modeling to study tropospheric photochemistry and the interplay of environmental geosciences. Over the years, Shepson has contributed extensively to the understanding of atmospheric processes and has been involved in various significant studies involving the chemical interactions of atmospheric constituents. His work has been published in reputable scientific journals and he has collaborated on projects that elucidate the role of organic nitrates and formaldehyde in atmospheric chemistry. Additionally, he teaches courses related to atmospheric sciences, continuing to influence the field through education and research.

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