Dr. Paul Wennberg

Biography

Paul Wennberg is the R. Stanton Avery Professor of Atmospheric Chemistry in the Environmental Science and Engineering department at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). With a background as a trained physical chemist, his research focuses on the composition of the atmosphere, examining Earth and planetary atmospheres through systematic atmospheric observations in both laboratory and field settings. His group employs hierarchical models to analyze these observations and is particularly interested in the carbon cycle, photochemistry, and air quality. Over the years, Wennberg has held various roles at Caltech including Associate Professor, Professor, and currently serves as the Avery Professor since 2004. He has also directed the Linde Center and has been an Executive Officer. His research contributions are significant in the fields of atmospheric science and chemistry, addressing critical issues related to air pollution and the carbon dioxide dynamics within the atmosphere.

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