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Lyatt Jaegle


May 14, 2024

UW-led project to study ozone, atmospheric layers a finalist for next-generation NASA satellite

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A project led by the University of Washington to better understand our atmosphere’s complexity is a finalist for NASA’s next generation of Earth-observing satellites. STRIVE will receive $5 million to conduct a one-year concept study, and then will hear whether it is selected for launch.


July 23, 2018

Study shows why eastern U.S. air pollution levels are more stagnant in winter

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Observations over the eastern U.S. show why emissions reductions haven’t achieved the same results in winter as they have in summer.


February 20, 2015

Winter air campaign tracking how pollution handles the cold

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A UW atmospheric scientist is leading a six-week survey of eastern U.S. skies to see how winter conditions affect air quality.


July 9, 2013

Hazy days of summer: Southeast U.S. field work measures mercury, smog

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Dozens of atmospheric scientists, including three University of Washington faculty members, are taking part in what’s being described as one of the largest atmospheric field campaigns in decades.