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Professor Rod Jones is a leading researcher in Atmospheric Science at the Yusuf Hamied Department of Chemistry, University of Cambridge. His research focuses on observational studies of atmospheric structure, photochemistry, and the impacts of climate change and air pollution on human health. He employs a wide range of measurement and modeling techniques to study the chemical composition and physical structure of the Earth’s atmosphere, emphasizing the role of the ozone layer in protecting against harmful solar radiation. His work further investigates the chemical processes in the troposphere that contribute to poor air quality, which is linked to significant health issues in both developed and developing nations. His recent projects include low-cost air quality sensor networks aimed at urban pollution monitoring, with deployments in cities like Heathrow, Beijing, and Delhi. By leveraging technology such as cavity ringdown spectroscopy, he has been able to provide critical insights into air pollution and its health implications, including studies related to Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
Yusuf Hamied Department of Chemistry • Cambridge
Leading research in Atmospheric Science, focusing on the intersection of air quality, climate change, and public health.
Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.