Dr. Gavin McMeeking
Co-Founder & Atmospheric Scientist

Dr. Gavin McMeeking is a co-founder of RedSpire LLC, bringing extensive experience in atmospheric science, aerosol instrumentation development, and environmental consulting. From managing large-scale research campaigns to leading multimillion-dollar SBIR projects, Gavin has consistently driven innovation in particle measurement technologies and real-world air quality solutions.
Gavin has co-founded multiple ventures, including CloudSci LLC, where he contributes to R&D efforts, validated cutting-edge instrumentation, and established collaborations with universities and industry partners. In his career, he has secured major funding from agencies like NASA, DoD, and DOE, shaping the next generation of measurement solutions for climate and air quality applications.
Driven by a passion for bridging scientific research and practical environmental problem-solving, Gavin is now also channeling his expertise into occupational health and safety consulting, helping clients tackle complex exposure issues through robust data analysis, instrumentation, and actionable insights.
View Full CVConsulting Services
- Occupational exposure assessment & mitigation
- Atmospheric dispersion modeling and receptor modeling
- Air quality monitoring & data analysis
- Climate-focused technology R&D
- Research project design & technical writing support
Education
- PhD – Colorado State University (2005 – 2008)
Atmospheric Science; focused on aerosol emissions from biomass burning and black carbon characterization. - MS – Colorado State University (2002 – 2005)
Atmospheric Science; research on wildland fire particulate emissions and visibility impacts. - BA – University of California, Berkeley (1998 – 2002)
Earth & Planetary Science
Awards & Service
- Invited expert, Department of Energy aerosol measurement workshops (2020–present)
- NSF invited speaker at NCAR FARE User’s Workshop, 2023
- AAAR Instrumentation Chair, 2019
- Royal Society Travel Grant Awardee, 2009
- AAAS Mass Media Fellowship, 2005
- Herbert Riehl Memorial Award, CSU, 2005
- Reviewer for multiple federal agencies (EPA, NSF, DOE, NOAA, NASA) and numerous technical journals, 2010–present
Get in Touch
Email: gavin@redspire.us
Phone: 970-310-5186
For inquiries about aerosol measurement technologies, climate-focused technologies, or consulting services related to environmental measurement and exposure assessment, feel free to reach out to Dr. McMeeking at RedSpire LLC.