Dr. Simon O Doherty

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Simon O'Doherty is a Visiting Professor with a background in Chemistry, holding a PhD in Chemistry (1991), an MSc in Analytical Chemistry (1987), and a BSc Hons. in Chemistry Business Administration (1986). His research focuses on the global growth of gases involved in stratospheric ozone depletion and global warming, including compounds such as CFCs, HCFCs, and CO2. He is recognized internationally for his work funded by the Department of Energy Security Net Zero, the Irish Environmental Protection Agency, and NASA. O'Doherty is a principal scientist involved with the Advanced Global Gases Experiment (AGAGE) team, which conducts ground-based global measurements of key compounds. His recent research projects include building pilot programs for measuring ozone-depleting substances and greenhouse gases in collaboration with various universities and organizations. His work significantly contributes to understanding climate change and its effect on public health through urban and rural pollution assessments.

Research Interests

Experience

Visiting Professor

2022-08-01 — 2023-03-31

University of Bristol • Bristol, UK

Conducting research in atmospheric chemistry and its implications for climate change and public health.

Requirements for University of Bristol

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Upper second-class MSci honours degree in physics or related discipline Or a relevant postgraduate MSc
Application Checklist
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  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research statement/proposal
Specialization Notes

Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.