Laura Mariotti

The Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP)

Papers

Total Citations

135

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About

Laura Mariotti is a leading figure in regional climate modeling and aerosol-climate interactions, with a particular focus on South Asia. Her seminal work, "Simulation of South Asian aerosols for regional climate studies" (2011, 135 citations), represents a cornerstone in the field. In this study, Mariotti conducted an extensive intercomparison of columnar and near-surface aerosols over the South Asian domain using the aerosol module embedded in the ICTP's RegCM4 regional climate model. By rigorously validating simulations against ground-based network data, she provided critical insights into the complex spatial and vertical distribution of aerosols in this heavily polluted region. Her contributions have been instrumental in advancing our understanding of how anthropogenic and natural aerosols influence regional climate dynamics, radiative forcing, and monsoon systems. Mariotti’s work is widely cited by climate scientists and policymakers alike, serving as a benchmark for subsequent studies on aerosol-climate feedbacks. Her research continues to inform the development of more accurate regional climate models, making her a key authority in the intersection of aerosol science and climate modeling.