Tao Zheng

Tao Zheng is a Professor in the Department of Geography & Environmental Studies within the College of Science and Engineering, specializing in atmospheric and environmental research with a focus on climate-relevant modeling systems.

His academic credentials include:

• Ph.D., University of Maryland, 2007
• M.A., East Carolina University, 2003
• B.S., Dalian University of Technology, 1996

Professor Zheng's research integrates Atmospheric Modeling, Data Assimilation, and Remote Sensing to address critical climate questions. He develops advanced chemical transport models (MPAS-CO2, WRF-CO2) and creates innovative methods for satellite data integration, particularly in CO2 emissions monitoring and photosynthetically active radiation estimation. His work bridges theoretical modeling with practical environmental applications.

Analysis of his 2008-2024 publications reveals a sustained research trajectory in atmospheric CO2 systems, with increasing focus on high-resolution modeling and emissions verification. His work spans atmospheric science, climate modeling, and remote sensing subfields including chemical transport, data assimilation, satellite validation, and radiation physics, consistently targeting improved understanding of greenhouse gas dynamics.

He teaches core geospatial courses including Introduction to Cartography and Remote Sensing of the Environment. His active publication record in high-impact journals (Geoscientific Model Development, Environmental Research Letters) demonstrates ongoing research productivity and likely active grant funding. Graduate students in his department have opportunities to engage in cutting-edge atmospheric modeling projects with real-world climate applications.