Atmospheric Sciences Research Center News

Bank of America Support for UAlbany STEM Program Hits $200,000 Mark
Dozens of high school students from across the Capital Region participated in the University at Albany’s Science & Technology Entry Program (STEP) Summer Institute in July, conducting hands-on research in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math.

UAlbany, UConn Researchers Partner on New Climate Center to Support Weather Innovation and Energy Resilience
WISER aims to leverage the research and expertise at both institutions to create advanced weather- and climate-based solutions for the energy industry, now and in the future.

Climate Scientists Use Data from Hurricane Maria to Test Social Vulnerability Assessment Tool
The researchers are using data from Hurricane Maria to assess the critical infrastructure vulnerabilities that still exist in Puerto Rico around extreme weather events.

Erie County Turns to UAlbany Researchers for Winter Storm Preparedness
A new 18-month, $349,774 partnership with UAlbany and National Weather Service researchers aims to ensure Western New Yorkers are better prepared for future winter storms.

UAlbany Atmospheric Scientist Partners with GE to Help Build More Sustainable Aviation
Fangqun Yu, a senior researcher at the Atmospheric Sciences Research Center, is working with a team at GE Research that is developing next-generation combustion engines fueled by hydrogen.

Noteworthy: Research grants, awards and publications
ALBANY, N.Y. (June 27, 2023) — The latest developments on University at Albany faculty and staff who are receiving research grants, awards and other noteworthy attention.

New Yorkers Turn to UAlbany Research, Expertise for Insight on Dangerous Air Quality
The eastern United States experienced its worst air pollution in recent recorded history last week. When New Yorkers needed answers, they turned to the University at Albany.

Wildfire Smoke and Air Quality: A Q&A with Jim Schwab
Jim Schwab, senior research faculty emeritus, has studied atmospheric chemistry and air pollution for more than 30 years at UAlbany.