Vicken Etyemezianمشاهده پروفایل
استاد پژوهش
Dr. Vicken Etyemezian serves as the Vice President of Research at the Desert Research Institute (DRI) since 2019, overseeing all research activities across DRI's three science divisions. He is a Research Professor in the Division of Atmospheric Sciences since 1999, specializing in dust emission measurement, instrument development, and environmental engineering. Education: Ph.D. (Environmental Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University, 1998), M.S. (Environmental Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, 1994), dual B.S./B.A. (Caltech/Physics, Occidental College, 1993). Research focuses on novel techniques for measuring fugitive dust emissions, volcanic ash resuspension, and soil stabilization. Notable contributions include the PI-SWERL and SANTRI instruments, revolutionizing dust analysis globally. Publications span atmospheric chemistry, environmental engineering, and geophysical studies. Holds multiple patents for dust measurement systems and collaborates internationally on projects like Mars dust sensor development. Extensive grants include DOD, NASA, and DOE-funded initiatives addressing climate adaptation, wildfire impacts, and military environmental management. Labs/Teams: Leads DRI’s Atmospheric Sciences Division and collaborates with universities and agencies worldwide. Advisory roles include the Oceano Dunes dust mitigation project and Nevada solar energy studies.







