Shuang Wu, Ph.D. Candidate in Environmental Atmospheric Chemistry, Postdoctoral/Industry Positions
SHUANG WU,
University of Alberta Abstract Number: 63
Working Group: Meet the Job Seekers
AbstractI am a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Alberta, pursuing a degree in Environmental Atmospheric Chemistry under the supervision of Dr. Ran Zhao.
My research focuses on the chemical partitioning process and exposure pathways of emerging indoor organic pollutants, including microbial volatile organic compounds (MVOCs) and flavor agents added to e-cigarettes. To better understand these processes, I have combined laboratory experiments and chemical modeling. Specifically, I have determined partitioning coefficients using Gas Chromatography with Flame Ionization Detector (GC-FID) and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy and analyzed the resulting data using MATLAB and Python. Additionally, I have employed a chemical two-dimensional (2D) partitioning model to visualize the phase distributions of these emerging indoor organic pollutants and understand their potential pathways of human exposure.
My research has yielded significant findings, and I have published three first-author papers in peer-reviewed journals such as Environmental Science & Technology and Environmental Science: Processes & Impacts. I have also presented my research at various conferences, both through oral presentations and poster sections.
Prior to my Ph.D. studies, I completed my BSc and MSc degrees in Atmospheric Science from Nanjing University, where I participated in projects related to haze hazards, air quality, and urban climate planning. This experience helped me develop a strong background in atmospheric regional models and air quality models based on Fortran and Linux.
As I approach my expected graduation date of summer 2024, I am actively seeking postdoctoral or industry positions, with a preference for opportunities located in North America or Europe. I am a diligent researcher with a strong background in environmental and atmospheric chemistry, and I am eager to contribute my expertise to new projects.