Outreach

Part of AirUCI's mission is to share the results of our research with the general public by providing outreach opportunities.  This is done in addition to the  papers we publish in scientific journals and the presentations and posters we present each year at scientific conferences.  For example, we occasionally host public lectures by noted scientists such as Astronaut Tracy Caldwell Dyson. 

Summer Research Posts at AirUCI

Research opportunities in the summer are available for several community college faculty.  Visiting faculty will work for 6 to 10 weeks with one of the AirUCI research groups and will participate fully in many aspects of the research.  A stipend is available to support these visitors during their stay.  Many years we are also able to make summer research positions available for high school teachers as well.  

Local Student Outreach

Depending on resources, AirUCI researchers may be available for local classroom presentations on topics related to atmospheric chemistry, such as air quality and how it relates to climate change, indoor and outdoor air pollution, careers in chemistry, and environmental issues.  We may also be available to participate in educational science events such as Science Workshops, STEM Days or Science Fairs.  Our presentations are ideal for high school classes in chemistry or environmental science. 

In addition, we have provided numerous lab tours to student groups and organizations, including Science OC, Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops, and visiting students from abroad.  Please note that students participating in our lab tours need to be high school or college students.  We are unfortunately unable to accommodate younger students.

To arrange a classroom visit to your school or a tour of our labs, contact Sherry Tsai at sherrymt@uci.edu.

Past Outreach Events

Check our News page for recent outreach, and our Past Outreach Events page for older items not listed in our newer pages