Mark Hernandez

Mark Hernandez is a Professor in Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering at the University of Colorado. His research focuses on aerobiology, biofouling, and environmental engineering with emphasis on microbial disinfection systems, indoor air quality, and microbially induced corrosion. He directs the Aerobiology and Disinfection Lab, advancing technologies to mitigate airborne pathogens in healthcare, schools, and mass transit systems.

Education: Ph.D. (1992), M.S. (1988), B.S. (1986) in Environmental and Civil Engineering from University of California, Berkeley.

Research Interests: Aerosol toxicity, airborne virus survival, HVAC systems, green infrastructure, and sustainable wastewater treatment.

Key Projects: Developed high-fidelity bioaerosol capture devices, UV disinfection protocols, and antimicrobial concrete composites. Partnered with Clorox, Carrier, and Denver Children’s Hospital on pandemic response technologies.

Awards: Not explicitly listed, but recognized for contributions to disinfection engineering and diversity initiatives in STEM.