The Airborne Institute

Scientists working! If you catch us at Imperial Beach Pier, don't be shy - come say hi! We're collecting air and water samples to understand how water pollution goes up in the air and how it affects us all. This is Maile Heyer, our Marine Biology PhD student. #imperialbeach

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Join us in watching her accept the award at the 161st NAS Annual Meeting on April 28, as it will be broadcast online. Congratulations, Kim! #NAS161 #NASaward

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Established in 1978, the NAS Award in Chemical Sciences is presented annually to honor innovative research in the chemical sciences that contributes to a better understanding of the natural sciences and to the benefit of humanity.

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In their words, "Prather’s research has revolutionized our understanding of atmospheric aerosols and their impact on air quality, climate, and human health." The award also recognizes her work outside of the lab, as an active leader and communicator during the pandemic.

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Dr. Kimberly Prather, our esteemed co-director at The Airborne Institute, has been honored with the 2024 NAS Award in Chemical Sciences. #NASaward #airborne

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UC San Diego Receives $15M Cryptocurrency Donation, Largest for Research on Airborne Pathogens UC San Diego has received a $15M cryptocurrency gift, directed by Vitalik Buterin, to establish the Meta-Institute for Airborne Disease in a Changing Climate.

With the goal of benefiting global human health, Vitalik Buterin directs gift to research on aerosols, establishing the UC San Diego Meta-Institute for Airborne Disease in a Changing Climate. today.ucsd.edu/story/uc-san...

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