Michael P. Peterson
University of Nebraska at Omaha, University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
Papers
5
Total Citations
78
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About
Michael P. Peterson is an environmental scientist whose research bridges atmospheric aerosol dynamics and robotic environmental monitoring. His primary focus is on the optical, microphysical, and radiative properties of aerosols, particularly in the context of extreme events and remote environments. A major contribution includes his work on the 2021 Canary Islands volcanic eruption, where he quantified aerosol pollution and its atmospheric impacts, a study that has garnered 33 citations. He also analyzed the transatlantic transport of smoke from the 2023 Canadian forest fires, documenting changes in aerosol properties at the El Arenosillo site in Southern Europe (17 citations). Peterson’s research extends to polar regions, with a 2025 study on aerosol composition and radiative effects in Antarctica, and to Eastern Europe, where he characterized columnar aerosol optical properties over Minsk, Belarus (16 citations). Notably, he contributed to an innovative engineering project: the Lake Michigan Amphibious Robot (LMAR), a prototype for surf zone science and environmental monitoring. This interdisciplinary work highlights his versatility, combining field-based atmospheric measurements with robotic platforms for coastal and environmental sensing.
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Top Papers
- 1Measuring air pollution from the 2021 Canary Islands volcanic eruption33 citations · 2022
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- 4An amphibious robot for surf zone science and environmental monitoring8 citations · 2009
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