Last Updated: December 23, 2022
Our research focuses on better understanding the chemical composition of the atmosphere, its perturbation by human activity, and the implications for life on Earth. We use advanced models of atmospheric chemistry to interpret observations from satellites, aircraft, ground networks, and other platforms. We view our models as part of an integrated observing system to increase fundamental knowledge of atmospheric chemistry and address pressing environmental issues.
We have a large number of ongoing projects at any given time, addressing broad research themes and organized in five subgroups (scroll down for more information):
- Air Quality - Leaders: Shixian Zhai and Xu Feng
- Chemistry - Leaders: Kelvin Bates and Ruijun Dang
- Climate and Health - Leader: Loretta Mickley
- Methane - Leaders: Zichong Chen and Daniel Varon
- Model Development - Leader: Sebastian Eastham (joint with MIT)
In addition we have three subgroups focused on practices:
- Machine Learning & Data Science - Leaders: Daniel Varon, Makoto Kelp, Drew Pendergrass
- Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging - Leaders: Nadia Colombi and Drew Pendergrass
- GEOS-Chem Support Team - Bob Yantosca, Melissa Sulprizio, Lizzie Lundgren