Professor Greg Evans of the University of Toronto is internationally recognized for his leadership and expertise in applying engineering principles to the study of air quality. He founded the Southern Ontario Centre for Atmospheric Aerosol Research (SOCAAR). His research examines the impacts of air pollution on the environment, climate and human health. Current focus areas are traffic related air pollution and the development of low cost sensor technologies for smart cities.

Prof Evans is the Director of the Institute for Studies in Trans-disciplinary Engineering Education and Practice (ISTEP). ISTEP is taking a new look at what we teach our students, how they learn, what they will do after they graduate and the competencies and skills that will help them enjoy successful careers and bring benefits to society.

Prof. Evans has received national and international awards for both his teaching and his research.