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Barbara Noziere is a Professor in Physical Chemistry at KTH Royal Institute of Technology since 2021, having relocated from her position as Research Director at the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS) in Lyon. She specializes in atmospheric chemistry, with a focus on understanding the chemical transformations of organic compounds and their impact on air quality and climate. Her work bridges fundamental chemistry and environmental science, emphasizing laboratory studies and field observations.
Her research interests are centered on the chemical transformations of organic compounds in the lower atmosphere, particularly the role of free radicals in atmospheric oxidation processes, conversions within aerosols, and cloud formation mechanisms. Using experimental approaches, she investigates how these compounds contribute to atmospheric composition and climate dynamics. A key focus is on identifying novel chemical reactions and their catalytic effects, such as those involving inorganic salts and surfactants, which influence aerosol properties and cloud activation efficiency. Her work also explores the interplay between biogenic materials and anthropogenic emissions in shaping atmospheric chemistry.
In terms of grants, Barbara Noziere secured an ERC Advanced Grant from the EU in 2021, which supports her research at KTH. No formal advisees or students are explicitly listed in the provided materials. Her research involves experimental laboratory studies and collaboration with international teams, including work at the Pallas GAW station in Finland and contributions to campaigns such as PACE III. These efforts aim to advance understanding of aerosol behavior and their climatic effects through detailed chemical analysis and atmospheric modeling.
Her studies highlight the importance of surfactants in aerosol microphysics, particularly their role in cloud droplet activation. She has also pioneered methods for detecting organic radicals and analyzing their autoxidation pathways. Recent work investigates lightning-induced gas-phase reactions and brake wear emissions as contributors to particulate matter formation. Her ERC-funded research continues to explore these themes with interdisciplinary experimental and theoretical approaches.
