CE-CERT proudly acknowledges the remarkable achievements of Dr. Matthew Barth, Dr. William (Bill) Carter, and Dr. Georgios Karavalakis, whose pioneering research continues to shape environmental science and engineering.
UC Riverside's CE-CERT proudly announces Ryan Drover, a graduate student, as a National Science Policy Network (NSPN) Science Policy Scholar-in-Residence. Ryan joins the NSPN's SciPol Scholars program, focusing on health policy, vital science policy, and communication skills.
Dr. Tom Durbin receives the recognition of SAE Fellow for his outstanding contributions to automotive engineering, marking a remarkable 30-year journey of dedication, innovation, and impactful research.
On October 5th, CE-CERT organized STEPCon 2023, the premier student STEM conference in the Inland Empire. The event engaged 4th to 12th graders with hands-on experiences, exhibits, and presentations, bringing STEM fields to life.
Dr. Sarah Petters 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 analytical techniques.
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.
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.
In a 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 Beach region.
CARB awarded a research program to UCR's CE-CERT and partners, focusing on non-exhaust emissions from vehicles. Led by Dr. Georgios Karavalakis, the project aims to improve measurement methods and understand the environmental and health impact of brake and tire wear particles.
CE-CERT is proud to announce our involvement in an initiative led by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to develop and deploy sustainable technologies for emergency response.
CE-CERT researchers, Tom Durbin, Kanok Boriboonsomsin, and Guoyuan Wu, participated in the DOE VTO's Annual Merit Review. Held virtually, this event evaluated ongoing transportation research projects for alignment with DOE goals.
CE-CERT's OSAR research program, funded by California agencies, has achieved significant progress deploying advanced emission sensing systems on heavy-duty vehicle fleets in the second quarter of 2023. Collaborating with Emisense, this initiative aims to revolutionize real-world emission monitoring, with plans for further expansion and comprehensive data collection in the upcoming quarter.
Georgios Karavalakis, a seasoned researcher at CE-CERT, is transitioning to a full-time Professor role at the Chemical and Environmental Engineering Department at UCR, while maintaining CE-CERT as his secondary department.
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.
Out of twelve national teams, UCR EcoCAR received both the Spirit of the Challenge and the Spirit of Communications awards, recognizing their perseverance, high technical standards, outstanding communication, leadership, and sportsmanship.
Electrifying Logistics: What Does a Sustainable Future for the Inland Empire Look Like? On December 9, 2022, the Plug In IE workshop brought together a diverse group of about 50 individuals at Teamsters Local 1932 in San Bernardino, California, to discuss the electrification of the Inland Empire region’s logistics industry. Participants included representatives from environmental...
The EcoCAR team represented at the recent Petersen Museum Expo in Los Angeles on April 29, 2023. The team was joined by Dean Lynch and Professor Barth, who spoke about the cutting-edge developments being made at BCOE in the field of EV technology. Attendees had the opportunity to network with other BCOE alumni and learn...
UCR Welcomes DOE Representatives for Site Visit On April 18, the University of California, Riverside (UCR) hosted Christy L. Jackiewicz, Chief of the Minority Educational Institution Division at the DOE Office of Economic Impact and Diversity, and Nabih Haddad, STEM Research and Development Lead. This visit was part of the preparations for the upcoming "Energy...
Mayor Patricia Dawson and City Manager Mike Futrell recently visited UC Riverside's CE-CERT to explore potential partnerships. With their combined efforts, the two organizations can work towards a more sustainable future for the city and its residents.
