Donald R. Blake

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Donald R. Blake (born December 19, 1952, in Orange, California) is an American atmospheric chemist and Distinguished Professor of Chemistry at the University of California, Irvine. He is known for his work in the measurement and analysis of trace gases in the Earth’s atmosphere, particularly those that contribute to air pollution, ozone depletion, and climate change. His research has informed international environmental policy and contributed to the scientific understanding of atmospheric compo