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May 18

Discovery uncovers need for ammonia emission regulations Opens in new window

A new discovery sheds light on one way new particles are forming in the upper troposphere. Published in Nature, the study’s findings suggest that in addition to carbon dioxide, there are other compounds in need of immediate attention and regulation.

Dec 10

Sudoc named startup to watch by Chemical & Engineering News

Sudoc, a startup co-founded by CMU’s Terrence Collins and Ryan Sullivan, has been named one of 10 startups to watch by Chemical & Engineering News. Sudoc is developing and commercializing TAML catalysts, a bioinspired environmentally friendly molecule that outperforms toxic chemicals in a wide range of applications and can be used to remove pollutants from natural and built environments.

Nov 19

Making environmental science accessible to all students Opens in new window

New Mechanical Engineering course dives into the connections between Earth’s water, air, land, and life.

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C&EN

Sudoc named in 10 start-ups to watch

Sudoc (Sustainable Ultradilute Oxidation Catalysis) was named one of “C&EN’s 2021 10 Start-Ups to Watch.” MechE’s Ryan Sullivan is a co-founder of the company.

USA Today

Presto quotes on masks for wildfire smoke

MechE’s Albert Presto explains in USA Today that for wildfire smoke protection, much like protection against COVID-19, some masks outperform others.

Pittsburgh Works Together

Presto presents at forum on air quality

MechE’s Albert Presto presented with the Allegheny County Council Committee on Sustainability and Green Initiatives.

The New York Times

Presto’s research on pollution mentioned

MechE’s Albert Presto and former Ph.D. student Rishabh Shah’s research on pollution inequality was mentioned in The New York Times.

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