Haowen Yan

About

Haowen Yan is a leading researcher in atmospheric aerosol science, with a primary focus on the spatial and temporal dynamics of aerosol optical depth (AOD) and its implications for climate and air quality. His major contributions include pioneering the combined use of satellite and surface observations to map long-term AOD trends across diverse ecological regions of China, as demonstrated in his highly cited 2019 study (121 citations). Yan has also advanced the understanding of aerosol variability by applying MODIS Dark Target and Deep Blue products to analyze trends over Eastern Europe and Belarus, revealing critical insights into regional pollution patterns. His work on measuring air pollution from the 2021 Canary Islands volcanic eruption (33 citations) showcases his ability to apply aerosol monitoring to natural disaster impacts. With over 250 total citations, Yan’s research provides foundational data for climate change assessment and environmental policy, making him a key figure in global aerosol remote sensing.

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Top Papers

1. 1
   Combined use of satellite and surface observations to study aerosol optical depth in different regions of China

   121 citations · 2019
2. 2
   Analysis of spatial and temporal variability of aerosol optical depth over China using MODIS combined Dark Target and Deep Blue product

   45 citations · 2018
3. 3
   Trends in aerosol optical properties over Eastern Europe based on MODIS-Aqua

   44 citations · 2020
4. 4
   Measuring air pollution from the 2021 Canary Islands volcanic eruption

   33 citations · 2022
5. 5
   Columnar optical characteristics and radiative properties of aerosols of the AERONET site in Minsk, Belarus

   16 citations · 2021

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