Gloria Agyapong

Environmental Scientist and Research Associate with an M.S. in Atmospheric Science and experience in air quality monitoring, environmental sampling, aerosol analysis, and atmospheric data analysis across university, government, and field settings. Skilled in Python, QA/QC protocols, scientific instrumentation, and technical communication. Experienced conducting observations, interpreting environmental data, documenting methods and findings, and collaborating on research and education projects.

Instructor, Bio Innovations & Biomedical Science at Aurora Science & Tech High School (2025-01 – Present)

• Design and deliver a full-year Bio Innovations capstone course integrating biotechnology, engineering, health sciences, and environmental health.
• Build project-based curriculum modules, including Tinkercad 3D healthcare modeling and health-equity case studies, featured in NBC News' "The Learning Shift" series.
• Lead chemistry instruction through lab-centered activities emphasizing field testing, sample collection, regulatory compliance, and real-world environmental health applications.
• Directed a hands-on "Stop the Bleed" lab delivering clinical medical skills to underserved students.

Graduate Research & Teaching Assistant, Atmospheric Science at Texas Tech University (2023-08 – 2025-12)

• Led and facilitated hands-on laboratory sections for Introduction to Atmospheric Science and Weather and Climate courses for 100+ students annually, emphasizing environmental health inspections, field testing, and data analysis.
• Assisted in the development of hybrid and online learning modules, including interactive meteorological models and virtual lab exercises for 100+ students, improving access to course material.
• Supervised undergraduate research projects on weather systems and air quality, mentoring students in environmental health investigations, data collection, analysis, and scientific communication, resulting in 3 student conference presentations.
• Conducted research on atmospheric aerosols and air quality using environmental sampling, laboratory measurements, QA/QC protocols, and data analysis.
• Led thesis research linking aerosol composition, including soot, carbonaceous fine aerosols, and African dust, to oxidative stress and impaired cell proliferation, informing environmental health risk assessment for communities near coal-fired power plants.

Research Assistant, Atmospheric Physics at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) (2020-09 – 2021-08)

• Supported instruction of Introduction to Meteorology and Atmospheric Physics courses across two semesters.
• Designed and led laboratory exercises demonstrating atmospheric principles, including radiation, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics, while applying field testing and sample collection methods.
• Mentored an undergraduate student in research design, statistical analysis, and oral/poster presentation, resulting in a conference presentation and publication.
• Collaborated on environmental data collection and Python-based analysis of atmospheric observations, maintaining environmental health records and supporting regulatory compliance assessments.

Atmospheric & Environmental Data Analyst at Ghana Meteorological Agency & Nana Prempeh International Airport (NIA) (2018-06 – 2019-09)

• Analyzed meteorological data and atmospheric profiles to generate aviation forecasts.
• Communicated complex meteorological information to non-technical stakeholders, including pilots and air traffic controllers, translating technical data into actionable operational decisions.
• Conducted atmospheric profiling campaigns and environmental sampling of air particles, soil, and water proxies to investigate air quality and environmental health conditions.
• Performed data analysis using Python and laboratory methods to improve understanding of regional dust and pollution events and support environmental health investigations.
• Gained hands-on experience with scientific instrumentation, instrument calibration, and equipment troubleshooting, ensuring data quality across monitoring stations.

M.S. in Atmospheric Science – Texas Tech University

B.S. in Meteorology and Climate Science – Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology