Simonich laboratory is currently focused on identifying anthropogenic semi-volatile organic compounds that can be used as new molecular markers of Asian air emissions and studying the atmospheric deposition of these same compounds to high elevation ecosystems located in Western U.S. National Parks

Vision:

To be a world-class environmental chemistry laboratory

Mission:

• To serve the citizens of Oregon by conducting research that is relevant to the State of Oregon and the Pacific Northwest
• To serve Oregon State University by conducting high quality, collaborative research that is globally recognized
• To serve the students of Oregon State University

  by effectively preparing them for successful careers

  in industry, government, and/or academia