Marco Giordano

Dr. Marco Giordano serves as a Research Professor at the University of Nevada, Reno and the Desert Research Institute (DRI), holding a joint appointment in the Atmospheric Sciences Department. His work focuses on aerosol physics, radiative transfer, and climate modeling. He leads research projects involving AERONET data analysis, aerosol climatology, and urban environmental challenges. Giordano collaborates with institutions like NASA and NOAA, contributing to atmospheric measurement technologies and solar energy forecasting. His recent studies address biomass burning aerosols, urban heat mitigation, and interdisciplinary science communication.

Research highlights include developing global aerosol typologies, advancing instrumentation like the HAASI™, and analyzing aerosol impacts on climate. Giordano’s contributions span peer-reviewed journals, conference presentations, and open-access datasets. He advises on environmental policy through collaborations with local governments and maintains active roles in academic conferences and workshops.

Notable projects include the City of Henderson NV studies on water conservation and turf replacement, and contributions to the Southeast Atlantic Biomass Burning research. His work bridges technical innovation with societal applications, emphasizing sustainable solutions and interdisciplinary approaches.