Kang Sun

PhD

Assistant Professor

Chemistry and physics of Earth's atmosphere; Sustainable urban development; Public health; Global climate change

Buffalo NY, 14260

Phone: (716) 645-6167

Chemistry and physics of the earth's atmosphere and their implications for air quality and the global climate.

A Satellite Data-Driven Framework to Quantify Sources and Lifetimes of Atmospheric Pollutants and Their Responses to the COVID-19 Pandemic
MethaneSAT/MethaneAIR Science and Algorithms at UB
Observational Data-driven Surface Concentrations Derived from Satellite Columns and Aircraft Profiles
Development of long-term and consistent earth system data records of H2CO, CHOCHO and H2O from multi-satellite UV/Visible spectra
The 'System of Systems' Solutions for Commercial Field-Level Quantification of Soil Organic Carbon and Nitrous Oxide Emission for Scalable Applications (SYMFONI)

Environmental and Water Resources Engineering
2/28/25
Research in environmental engineering seeks to better understand the physical, chemical, and biological processes that influence the health of our environment and to pursue innovative solutions for its protection. Researchers in this area also focus on engineering sustainability.
Geosystems Engineering
3/6/24
Research in geosystems engineering addresses computational geomechanics, deep foundations, ground improvement, seismic response of soils, liquefaction, and retrofit of foundations, dams, slopes, and retaining walls.
Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Materials
2/3/23
Researchers in the structural engineering, mechanics and materials group enhance community resiliency to earthquakes, develop design guidelines for buildings and other structures, and conduct vital research in various emerging areas such as wind, fire and materials engineering.
Transportation Engineering
1/31/23
Research in transportation systems engineering focuses on improving the efficiency, safety, sustainability, and resiliency of surface transportation systems.