M. Viterbini

Institute of Atmospheric Sciences and Climate

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M. Viterbini is a leading researcher in atmospheric aerosol science, with a primary focus on the vertical distribution and optical properties of aerosols over the Sahel region of Africa. His major contributions center on characterizing the seasonal and inter-annual variability of mineral dust and biomass burning aerosols, combining ground-based micro lidar systems with satellite observations. His most cited work, "Variability of aerosol vertical distribution in the Sahel" (2010, 49 citations), provides critical insights into how different aerosol types evolve over time and space, using data from three key sites: Banizoumbou (Niger), Cinzana (Mali), and M'Bour (Senegal). This research is foundational for understanding the transport and lifecycle of Sahelian aerosols, which have significant implications for climate modeling and regional air quality. Viterbini’s work is notable for its integration of multi-year, multi-platform datasets, offering a rare, high-resolution view of aerosol dynamics in a data-sparse region. His findings have been instrumental for scientists studying dust–radiation interactions and their effects on the West African monsoon.