Eliane G. Larroza
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Eliane G. Larroza is a Brazilian atmospheric physicist whose research focuses on the optical and microphysical properties of cirrus clouds and their critical role in the Earth's radiative balance. Her work centers on using ground-based lidar observations to characterize high-altitude ice clouds, particularly over urban environments like São Paulo. In her most cited study, she conducted systematic lidar measurements of cirrus clouds and validated them against satellite (CALIPSO) and ground-based (AERONET) datasets, establishing a preliminary classification scheme for these clouds in the region. This contribution is essential for improving climate models, as cirrus clouds exert a complex net radiative effect that remains a major source of uncertainty in global warming predictions. While her citation count is modest, her research provides foundational data for understanding tropical and subtropical cirrus properties, bridging local observations with global satellite records. Her work underscores the importance of regional atmospheric monitoring in refining our understanding of climate feedback mechanisms.
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