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Dr. William Vizuete is an associate professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences and Engineering in the Gillings School of Global Public Health.
His research focuses on atmospheric chemistry and the formation of air pollution.
One of the main pollutants that has been associated with casualties is particle pollution.
For example, you have the beautiful Appalachian Mountains, sometimes called the Smoky Mountains.
That pretty white haze is particulate matter.
When we’re exposed to that at different levels, it’s been associated with diseases such as heart disease and cancer.” Dr. Vizuete’s team also researches aerosols, which can cause a severe public health risk.
We have to have an understanding of where these particles come from and how these particles are made in the atmosphere.” Part 1 Although UNC does not offer an engineering major, there are ample opportunities for students to study engineering and related fields.
It goes back to the sanitary engineers before engineering left for NC State.