Tian Xia

Tian Xia, Ph.D., is a Research Investigator in the Department of Environmental Health Sciences at the University of Michigan School of Public Health. His work bridges environmental engineering and public health, focusing on air quality monitoring, exposure assessment, and health impact analysis in underserved communities.

• Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering (2018), University of Michigan
• BSc in Environment & Sustainable Development (2013), The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Research interests include air pollution mitigation, environmental justice, and community-based interventions. Key projects involve the Gordie Howe International Bridge Air Quality Monitoring, Michigan–Ontario Ozone Source Experiment, and Reducing Exposure to Air Pollutants: Detroit initiative.

Recent publications span two research domains: (1) air quality in urban and industrial settings (e.g., 2024 work on school indoor air purifiers) and (2) nanotechnology for energy and robotics (e.g., 2025 studies on microgel cargo release). This interdisciplinary output reflects expertise in environmental monitoring systems and advanced material applications.