2026

Jul 15

Image of brown smoke clouds mixing with white clouds against a bright blue sky with the sun visible

Smarter predictions for smokey skies Opens in new window

Researchers in the Center for Atmospheric Particle Studies investigate the inconsistent predictions about the radiative effect of biomass burning aerosols, the tiny smoke particles released when forests and agricultural fields burn.

May 27

Nightime sky with pollution rising from smokestacks at an industrial site

An Unexpected Spike in Nighttime Pollution Opens in new window

Chemical reactions previously thought to require sunlight are flourishing in the dark—and stinking up the night air.

May 08

To study air, clouds, and climate, good data goes a long way Opens in new window

Albert Presto, director of the Center for Atmospheric Particle Studies, used support from the Scott Institute for Energy Innovation’s hardware and software tool upgrade program to acquire a new sulfur dioxide monitor, which enables CAPS researchers to conduct critical field work and gather insightful data.

Jan 05

A person moves a computer mouse and looks at the monitor screen in a small workspace with two windows. The space also contains other computers and scientific instruments connected by wires and tubes.

Ocean winds and tides bring new data for climate models Opens in new window

Coty Jen and her students tested their prototype instruments on the coast of Maine. Their measurements will help identify the role that emissions from seaweed play in atmospheric processes.

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