Prasad Kasibhatla
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The overarching theme of my research is to develop a fundamental and quantitative understanding of the factors that determine the chemical composition of the atmosphere. I am particularly interested in delineating natural and anthropogenic impacts on the chemical composition of the atmosphere, and in exploring the potential for these impacts to affect natural ecosystems.
My research specifically focuses on global and regional impacts on the chemistry of the troposphere, and involves the development and use of advanced three-dimensional chemical transport models (CTMs). I use these models for characterizing the global and regional distributions of important compounds in the troposphere, and for understanding how complex interactions between emissions, transport, and chemistry shape these distributions. A central part of my research involves using models to test current hypotheses using data from field experiments, and the development of new hypotheses regarding the past, current, and future impacts of human-induced emissions on the chemistry of the troposphere.
I find it particularly exciting to be in a position where my research serves to enhance my teaching. My teaching and mentoring interests are directly related to the intellectual questions that are at the core of my research interests.
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Last Updated: January
3, 2007