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We are atmospheric organic chemists interested in the fate of key volatile organic compounds in the atmosphere. We currently study the properties of organic matter and organic aerosols to act as cloud condensation nuclei and as ice nucleating particles.

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Summer 2025

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Ken got 3rd place for his poster at the WCUCC

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PhD Complete!

Congratulations to Dr. Ayomide Akande on the successful defense of her doctoral thesis. Her work established the groundwork for using cashmeran, a compound found in personal care products, as an atmospheric tracer.

Jan 20th 2026

Welcome!

Warm welcome to our new NBD Group Members in 2026, Lindsey Baldwin (Team Selenium), Alex Logozzo (Team Ice), and Alex Noschese (Team Singlet Oxygen)! Check our their profiles on Our Team.

Jan 20th 2026

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