Group Members

Sara completed her Ph.D at Caltech in 2024, using GC-CIMS to study the kinetics and products of bimolecular peroxy radical reactions using both chamber experiments and field measurements. At UCLA, Sara is an NSF Postdoctoral Fellow studying the mechanism and atmospheric impact of the peroxy radical self-reaction, using a combination of IR action spectroscopy and atmospheric chamber experiments. When she's not in the lab, Sara likes to play bluegrass fiddle, go on hikes in the San Gabriel mountains, and play with her cat, Remus. 

Shareen graduated from UC Irvine with a BS in chemistry and then worked in industry for a few years before starting graduate school at UCLA in 2023. Some of her interests include fashion, trying new restaurants and her cat, Bo. 

Cooper's research interests involve exploring the complex gas and particle phase chemistry of Earth's atmosphere. With a better kinetic understanding of previously unexplored reaction pathways, he hopes to bolster atmospheric models and support efforts in combating climate change. In his free time, Cooper loves exploring new music, thrifting with his partner, and playing competitive Mario Kart! 

Nilya is an undergraduate researcher in the class of 2025. Her research interests include studying the ROONO intermediate in the reaction forming alkyl nitrate, as well as characterizing carbonyl ring closing mechanisms. In her free time she enjoys crocheting, listening to music, and going to concerts. 

Ella is a 4th year chemistry major working with Cooper. She is from San Francisco, and outside of lab, enjoys doing yoga, reading, and going to concerts

Faye is a fourth-year undergraduate studying chemistry and atmospheric and oceanic sciences. Their research focuses on the use of chamber experiments to study product formation ratios of bimolecular peroxy radical reactions. In their free time, they enjoy rock climbing, backpacking, and concert-going. 

Daniel is a third-year undergraduate with a concentration in Physical Chemistry. His research focuses on isolating and discovering new pathways in the oxidation of aromatic hydrocarbons. Currently, he is investigating toluene's H-abstraction pathway. Outside of the lab, his hobbies include making song remixes, playing chess, and thinking of a third hobby. 

Tim is an undergraduate researcher in the class of 2027. His research interests include studying atmospheric mechanisms using computational tools. In his free time, he likes to shop on ebay, play video games, and drink boba.