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Casey Quinn is an atmospheric scientist whose research focuses on air quality monitoring, fine particulate matter (PM2.5), and aerosol optical depth (AOD) measurement. Quinn's most significant contribution to the field is the development of innovative low-cost monitoring systems capable of simultaneously measuring both surface-level PM2.5 concentrations and aerosol optical depth — a pairing that addresses a critical gap in global air quality research. By bridging ground-based measurements with satellite-derived data, Quinn's work helps refine the relationship between AOD and PM2.5, improving the accuracy of pollution estimates worldwide. Quinn's 2019 foundational paper detailing the specifications and testing of this low-cost monitor has garnered 16 citations, establishing it as a meaningful reference point in the environmental sensing community. Subsequent work published in 2021 demonstrated Quinn's commitment to iterative improvement, advancing the monitor's automation and design to enhance scalability and accessibility. Given that PM2.5 pollution ranks among the world's leading contributors to premature death and environmental degradation, Quinn's efforts to democratize accurate air quality measurement tools carry significant public health implications, particularly for under-resourced regions where conventional monitoring infrastructure remains limited.