Dr. Suzanne Paulson

Biography

Professor Suzanne Paulson is the Director of the Center for Clean Air in the Institute of the Environment and Sustainability at UCLA. She holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering Science from the California Institute of Technology and has a diverse academic background, with MS degrees in Plant Biology from the University of Illinois and a BA in Chemistry from the University of Colorado. Her research focuses on several critical areas, including the chemistry that occurs within cloud droplets and its impact on atmospheric aerosols, the sources and concentrations of pollutants in urban environments, and the application of quantum-enhanced technology for sensors aimed at air pollution and public health. Additionally, she investigates the particles that contribute to human illness and air pollution issues in Africa. Over her career, she has received numerous accolades, including the NSF CAREER award and a Fulbright Specialist Award for her work in Senegal. Her commitment to public education has led her to deliver over 80 invited lectures on air quality topics. Paulson is actively involved in projects examining air quality management, particularly in challenging urban settings, and has worked extensively with journalists to improve public understanding of air quality issues.

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