Center for Environmental Research and Technology

LEADING THE WAY:
A NEW ERA OF ENGINEERING

5 Cutting-Edge Research Focus Areas

Renewable Energy Production & Integration
Emissions and Fuels
Pollution Formation in the Atmosphere
Transportation Systems: Vehicle & Infrastructure Interaction
Exposure & Health Effects

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State-of-the-Art Laboratories and Facilities

World's Largest Indoor Atmospheric Chamber
Sustainable Integrated Grid Initiative (SIGI)
Vehicle Testing Laboratories
Emission Testing Laboratories
Shared, Electric, Connected and Automated Vehicle Testing
Motor Efficiency Laboratory
CalTestBed

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Congrats to our 2023 Scholarship Awardees!

CE-CERT is proud to announce the recipients of the 2023-2024 Scholarship Awards totaling $40,500. We would like to congratulate them on their hard work and thank our generous donors who made these awards possible.

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Read Our 2022 Annual Report

We are proud to share the great progress and innovation that was made last year. Our team worked hard to achieve remarkable results, and we're thrilled to showcase our accomplishments.
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2022 Annual Report

CE-CERT News

September 28, 2023

CE-CERT Welcomes New Faculty Member: Dr. Sarah Petters

Dr. Sarah Petters, a renowned expert in atmospheric chemistry, has joined CE-CERT, focusing on aerosol composition and condensed-phase reactions. Petters emphasizes perseverance in research, viewing setbacks as integral to progress. Her plans include establishing her lab, building collaborations, and advancing...

September 27, 2023

CE-CERT Welcomes New Faculty Member: Dr. Markus Petters

Dr. Markus Petters, a prominent environmental researcher at CE-CERT, delves into atmospheric particulate matter's complexities. His work spans health, climate, and air quality, emphasizing mentorship to bridge the skills gap in graduate students. With dedication and a chess hobby, he...

September 20, 2023

CE-CERT Welcomes New Faculty Member: Dr. Hang Qiu

Dr. Hang Qiu, CE-CERT's new full-time professor, brings expertise in collaborative intelligence within cyber-physical systems. His research aims to merge robot, edge/cloud, and human intelligence to enable cooperation among autonomous entities. Driven by CE-CERT's exceptional teams and infrastructure, he sees...

July 03, 2023

Scientists Investigate Pollution-Cloud Interaction in SCILLA Experiment off Southern California Coast

In a groundbreaking research project based out of San Diego, CE-CERT researchers have been delving into the fascinating interaction between low-level clouds and a unique blend of clean marine air and highly polluted air originating from the emissions-rich Los Angeles/Long...

Upcoming Events

BCOE Launch Fest

September 29, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

A&I Bowl Lawn - Across from Winston Chung Hall

The Marlan and Rosemary Bourns College of Engineering (BCOE) is hosting Launch Fest to welcome its incoming undergraduate and graduate students to the BCOE community. The carnival-themed event will be held at the grassy knoll near Aberdeen-Inverness Residence Hall (A&I Bowl) on the northeast corner of Aberdeen and North Campus…

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STEPCon 2023

October 05, 2023 @ 9:00 am

CE-CERT

Student STEPCon is the premier student STEM conference in the Inland Empire! Participants can experience hands-on Science experiments, interactive technology exhibits and Roundtable discussions, an exciting Science Show, and visit one-on-one with college educators and industry professionals, and enjoy thrilling presentations and…

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