Michael Helmut Boy

Michael Helmut Boy is a tenured Professor at the University of Helsinki, affiliated with the Institute for Atmospheric and Earth System Research. His work spans atmospheric chemistry, aerosol dynamics, and climate modeling, with a focus on biogenic volatile organic compounds and their role in nanoparticle formation.

• University of Helsinki (2022–present): Professor
• University of Helsinki (2009–2022): University Researcher
• Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (1998–present): Master in Meteorology

His research integrates computational models with field measurements to understand atmospheric processes in boreal forests and urban environments. Key themes include:

• Secondary organic aerosol formation
• Climate feedback mechanisms
• OH and NO3 reactivity
• Forest-atmosphere interactions
• Urban pollution dynamics

Recent publications highlight neural network emulators for atmospheric chemistry and studies on highly oxygenated molecules in boreal climates. Scientific awards include Academy Research Fellow at the Academy of Finland.