Oceans are major sources of highly fluorinated chemicals into the air
Sea spray may be a major source of highly fluorinated chemicals to the atmosphere contradicting the view that oceans act only as sinks for these persistent pollutants, shows a new study by researchers from ACES published in the journal Environmental Science: Processes & Impacts A group of highly fluorinated chemicals known as perfluoroalkyl acids (PFAAs) are found throughout the world’s …
World-class education for tomorrow’s environmental scientists: Apply now for a Master’s programme in Environmental Science at ACES
Confronting environmental problems is the ultimate challenge for science and society. To meet the growing demand for highly qualified environmental scientists, ACES has launched two new Master’s programmes in Environmental Science, namely, MSc Environmental Science: Atmosphere-Biogeochemistry-Climate (ES-ABC), and MSc Environmental Science: Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry (ES-ETC). “Our ambition is that the new Master’s programmes will equip our students with an …
Lecture on Arctic pollutants graced by royal visit
Canadian Scientist Dr. Derek Muir, the twenty third holder of King Carl XVI Gustaf’s Guest Professorship in Environmental Science, gave his introductory lecture on March 13th, to an audience of distinguished guests including His Majesty the King of Sweden, and Canada’s ambassador to Sweden, Heather Grant. Professor Muir is among the world’s foremost environmental chemists. His work focuses on the …
Application for programmes and courses open
Application for programmes and courses starting autumn 2019 open Mars 15th-April 15th
