Carlo Lacagnina
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Carlo Lacagnina is a leading atmospheric scientist whose research focuses on the complex interplay between aerosols, clouds, and climate. His key contributions lie in advancing our understanding of aerosol optical properties and their radiative effects, particularly through the innovative use of satellite polarimetry. His most cited work, a 2015 study with 97 citations, provides a groundbreaking global evaluation of aerosol single-scattering albedo (SSA) over the oceans. By comparing PARASOL satellite retrievals with ground-based AERONET data, OMI observations, and AeroCom model estimates, Lacagnina produced the first-ever global map of ocean SSA, a critical parameter for determining whether aerosols cool or warm the planet. This work significantly improved the accuracy of climate models by revealing systematic biases in simulated aerosol absorption. Beyond this landmark study, his research continues to refine the quantification of aerosol direct and indirect effects, bridging the gap between satellite observations and climate modeling. Lacagnina’s work is essential for reducing uncertainties in climate projections and for understanding how anthropogenic and natural aerosols influence Earth’s energy balance.
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