2017-18 UC Irvine Samueli School of Engineering Dean's Report

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– the burning of fuel – is used to process materials, » Combustion create fertilizer, power transportation and heat buildings. The process, though, produces common pollutants like carbon monoxide and sulfur dioxide that can foul the air and harm the environment. UC Irvine engineers are exploring ways to reduce pollution by seeking deeper understanding of the chemistry of flame. It’s something they can’t accomplish on Earth.

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2017-18 DEAN’S REPORT