Charles Stanier

Charles O. Stanier is member of the Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering and an assistant research engineer at the IIHR Hydroscience and Engineering. His research interests are in fundamental and applied issues in air pollution, climate science, and aerosol science. Dr. Stanier leads investigations focused on these systems using computer models, as well as laboratory and field studies. Projects focus on the prediction, understanding, measurement, and health effects of air pollutants, greenhouse gases, and aerosols. In 2008, Dr. Stanier led a comprehensive study of elevated aerosol levels in Eastern Iowa. He received an NSF CAREER award in 2008, and the Walter R. Rosenblith young investigator award of the Health Effects Institute. Dr. Stanier’s PhD was completed at Carnegie Mellon University. He serves on the board of directors of the environmental division of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers, and is the representative of the University of Iowa to the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research.