JIFRESSE would like to welcome the appointment of Dr. Rong Fu as Professor in the Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Department and Associate Director of JIFRESSE. Her responsibilities as an Associate Director will be but are not limited to: the initiation and pursuit of joint research programs and grant proposals between UCLA faculty and JPL scientists; organization of seminars, workshops, and other types of educational activities of interest to UCLA and JPL within the purview of regional climate and environmental change; serve as a member of JIFRESSE’s Merit Increase Committee; and, assist JIFRESSE Director in developing academic and research matters of importance to both UCLA and JPL.

For Professor Fu’s academic and research background and accomplishments, please click here.