Michael Kahnert

Michael Kahnert is an Adjunct Professor in Global Environmental Measurement and Modelling at Chalmers University of Technology and a research scientist at the Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute (SMHI). His work focuses on fundamental aspects of electromagnetic scattering theory and its applications to atmospheric science.

His primary research interests include:

• Electromagnetic scattering theory and numerical methods
• Optical properties of aerosols, ice clouds, and cosmic dust
• Radiative transfer in planetary atmospheres
• Inverse modeling and remote sensing techniques
• Chemical data assimilation and air pollution modeling
• Aerosol-cloud coupling processes

Prof. Kahnert's publication record shows a strong focus on developing and applying advanced optical models for atmospheric particles. His recent work has particularly emphasized marine aerosols, black carbon properties, and the development of the T-matrix method for light scattering calculations. His research bridges theoretical physics with practical applications in climate modeling and satellite remote sensing, with significant contributions to understanding how particle morphology affects optical properties.

His notable scientific contributions include:

• Development of morphologically realistic models for marine aerosols
• Advancement of the T-matrix method for non-spherical particles
• Studies on the optical properties of black carbon aerosols
• Applications of remote sensing techniques to atmospheric composition

Prof. Kahnert has been involved in several significant research projects including 'Observational Constraints from Satellites for Atmospheric Chemistry in Earth System Modelling (OSCES)' and 'Aerosol Optics in Global Earth System Modelling (AGES)'. His work has received funding from the Swedish National Space Board and the Swedish Research Council, demonstrating its relevance to national and international atmospheric science priorities.