Air Quality, Climate, Health,
and Well-Being
Taking Charge of Our Environmental Future
(At least) 12 funded graduate positions open for AY 2023-24!
What’s the issue?
Exposure to air pollution is the second leading cause of premature death and disability in the world.
The situation is rapidly evolving with changes in climate, society, and the built environment.
Tackling this grand challenge will require a generation of bright, thoughtful and dedicated professionals.
What does Colorado State University have to offer?
Systemic View of Air: Indoor – Community – Region – Continent – Globe
Land-Grant University with Commitment to Service
Projects with Local, National, and International Foci
Collaborative Cluster with 25+ Faculty Members
Collaborative Campus with 10+ Adjacent Institutes
Who are you?
Driven by societal relevance
Well-grounded in a relevant discipline
Happiest among a diversity of disciplines and colleagues
Committed to research, inquiry, communication, and impact
Conscious that you will be part of a world that has undergone fundamental change
Willing to live in Fort Collins, Colorado
Who might you work with?
Primary or secondary advisors in…
- Atmospheric Science
- Biomedical Sciences
- Chemistry
- Environmental Economics
- Environmental Engineering
- Environmental Health
- Journalism & Media
- Mechanical Engineering
- Political Science
- Statistics
- Systems Engineering
Did you know that all these disciplines are needed to solve complex problems? We do.
You may not need a degree in the discipline you apply to. Successful students have come from many backgrounds; for example, Engineering students may have undergraduate degrees in physics, chemistry, or math. You should have an ability to understand context, develop and apply research skills, and communicate well.
The fine print: You DO have to be admitted to a department where your project leader can advise you. Departments have their own admission requirements and degree structures. (This is common in universities; that’s why we are offering advice.)
Not quite ready for graduate school?
Consider applying to our Research Experiences for Undergraduates summer site, Airborne Connections.