Darin W. Toohey

Kinetics, spectroscopic, and field measurements of trace species in the troposphere and lower stratosphere; design and fabrication of fast-response in situ instrumentation.

Professor - Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences ; Core faculty - Environmental Studies Program ; Program Director - Baker Residential Academic Program ; Affiliate - Renewable and Sustainable Energy Institute

Ph.D. 1988 Harvard University

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Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences

Baker Residential Academic Program

Renewable and Sustainable Energy Institute

ENVS Graduate Program - Secondary Core prior to Fall 2012

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Teaching Interests

Physics and chemistry of the earth system; optics, electronics, and mechanical design.

Research Topcs

Dr. Toohey exploits ultrasensitive spectroscopic techniques for fast-response measurements in the laboratory and field. He has designed and built instruments that have been deployed at the ground and on high-altitude balloons and aircraft. His present research addresses the mechanisms by which inorganic free radicals control the abundances of gases that influence the radiative balance of the earth. Dr. Toohey is presently expanding his research efforts to include laser-based laboratory studies of small particle formation and growth to address the impact of aerosols on earth's changing chemistry and climate.

May 04 2011

Darin Toohey Selected to be a Jefferson Sciences Fellow

May 19 2009

Space Littering Can Impact Earth’s Atmosphere

March 31 2009

Rocket Launches May Need Regulation to Prevent Ozone Depletion, Says New Study