Oceans and Atmosphere

Atmospheric Aerosols and Chemistry

The study of microscopic or nanoscopic solid or liquid particles in the atmosphere and their effects on the weather, climate, and other systems.

Academics

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Luc Lenain
Associate Research Scientist / Technical Director
Kim Prather
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Amato Evan
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Ram Ramanathan
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Sarah Aarons
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Lynn Russell
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Centers, Labs, and Programs

AGAGE has been measuring the composition of the global atmosphere continuously since 1978.
 

Develops models and analyzes observations to understand the microphysical and chemical evolution of aerosol particles in the atmosphere.

The Scripps O2 Program measures changes in atmospheric oxygen levels from air samples collected at stations around the world.

CAICE is a Center for Chemical Innovation focused on the fundamental chemistry behind the impact of aerosol particles on our climate.

Desert meteorology and climate, with a special focus on dust storms.

A daily record of global atmospheric carbon dioxide concentration.

Studies fundamental physical processes that govern terrestrial climate change, with emphasis on observations and particular attention to the Earth’s polar regions.

Leading international work on climate change understanding and policy.

Oceans and Atmosphere News

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Scripps-Led Fellowship Program Promotes Equal Access for Students Interested in Scientific Diving

Fellows of the first SCUBA DIVERsity program cohort share their experi...