Professor Rod Jones has been honoured with the 2016 Royal Society of Chemistry John Jeyes award.
The award is for significant contributions to our understanding of the processes which govern the structure and composition of the atmosphere.
Rod is Professor of Atmospheric Science in the department, and the aim of his research is to understand the processes controlling the structure and chemical composition of the earth’s atmosphere, and how atomospheric composition relates to human activities.
Rod has pioneered a range of measurement methodologies, from using satellite instruments to measure stratospheric composition, to developing ultrasensitive spectroscopic techniques. Most recently he has led the development of low cost air quality sensors and sensor networks for studying urban air quality and its impact on human health. This work is revolutionising the approach to air quality monitoring and the study of the health impacts of airborne pollution.
Rod will be invited to deliver lectures at up to four UK universities as part of the prize; the medal will be presented at an Awards symposium during one of the lectures.