Chenjie Yu

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Chenjie Yu is an atmospheric scientist whose research focuses on the vertical characterization of aerosol optical properties and their climatic impacts. Her most cited work, "In situ vertical characteristics of optical properties and heating rates of aerosol over Beijing" (2020, 68 citations), addresses a critical gap in aerosol science: the reliance on surface or column-integrated measurements alone cannot fully constrain aerosol radiative effects. By presenting detailed vertical profiles of multi-wavelength aerosol optical properties, Yu demonstrated how aerosol heating rates vary with altitude, providing essential data for improving climate models. This contribution is particularly significant for understanding pollution dynamics in megacities like Beijing, where aerosol vertical structure strongly influences regional climate and air quality. Yu’s research has helped bridge the gap between ground-based observations and satellite retrievals, offering a more complete picture of aerosol radiative forcing. Her work is widely cited by researchers studying aerosol–radiation interactions and atmospheric heating, underscoring its importance for both climate science and environmental policy.