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Naomi Zimmerman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of British Columbia (UBC) and holds the Canada Research Chair in Real-World Air Quality Sensing. She leads the iREACH (Integrated Research in Energy, Air, Climate & Health) laboratory, focusing on technology and policy interventions for air quality and climate outcomes. Her work bridges atmospheric science, environmental engineering, and public health.
- B.A.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from University of Waterloo
- Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry from University of Toronto
- Postdoctoral Fellowship at Carnegie Mellon University’s Center for Atmospheric Particle Studies
Her research addresses real-world air pollutant behavior through low-cost sensor networks, machine learning models, and interdisciplinary collaboration with institutions like UBC’s Liu Institute and IRES. Key areas include transportation emissions (e.g., LNG vehicles, autonomous vehicles), wildfire smoke impacts, and environmental justice.
The 15 most recent publications highlight her expertise in PM2.5 calibration, spatial modeling, and emissions from gasoline direct injection engines. Keywords span environmental science, atmospheric chemistry, and machine learning, with sub-fields covering wildfire smoke, urban monitoring, and climate policy.
- Canada Research Chair (2024–present)
Zimmerman collaborates with regulatory agencies and non-profits, emphasizing stakeholder engagement. Her lab develops tools for rapid environmental policy evaluation. No active student recruitment is currently ongoing, though she welcomes exceptional fellowship applicants.
