Title: Deputy Director and Lead Research Physical Scientist, NOAA Air Resources Laboratory

Contact:

latoya.myles@noaa.gov

ph: (865) 264-9561

Current Research:

My research is interdisciplinary, involving both atmospheric chemistry and environmental science. I measure the exchange (i.e., emission and deposition) of gases and particles between the air and land in coastal and agricultural ecosystems. Many of my measurement studies focus on ammonia (NH3), the most abundant basic gas in the atmosphere and an important part of the biogeochemical cycle. The data collected from these studies is used to improve estimates of air pollution and provide information about the potential impact on human health and the environment.

Professional Experience

• 2022 – present: Deputy Director, NOAA Air Resources Laboratory, Oak Ridge, TN
• 2021 – 2022: Director, NOAA Air Resources Laboratory, Atmospheric Turbulence and Diffusion Division, Oak Ridge, TN
• 2016 – 2020: Deputy Director, NOAA Air Resources Laboratory, Atmospheric Turbulence and Diffusion Division, Oak Ridge, TN
• 2013 – present: Lead Research Physical Scientist, NOAA Air Resources Laboratory, Atmospheric Turbulence and Diffusion Division, Oak Ridge, TN
• 2004 – 2013: Physical Scientist, NOAA Air Resources Laboratory, Atmospheric Turbulence and Diffusion Division, Oak Ridge, TN
• 2001 – 2004: Physical Scientist Trainee, NOAA Air Resources Laboratory assigned to Florida A&M University, Tallahassee, FL

Organizational Memberships:

• American Geophysical Union
• American Meteorological Society
  • Council Vice-Chair
  • Board of Directors
• World Meteorological Organization Global Atmosphere Watch Scientific Advisory Group on Total Atmospheric Deposition

Education

• Ph.D., Environmental Sciences, Florida A&M University, Tallahassee, FL
• B.S., Chemistry, Alcorn State University, Lorman, MS
• B.S., Biology, Alcorn State University, Lorman, MS

Honors, Awards and Professional Recognition:

• FAMU President’s Award
• NOAA Silver Sherman
• NOAA Center Champions Working Group Award
• FAMU School of the Environment Distinguished Alumna
• Technology All-Star Award, 21st Women of Color STEM Conference