Ronny Engelmann

Dr. Ronny Engelmann is a Researcher at the Leibniz Institute for Tropospheric Research (TROPOS) in Leipzig, Germany, where he works in the Remote Sensing of Atmospheric Processes department and the Ground-based Remote Sensing Group. His research focuses on active aerosol and cloud remote sensing, lidar device and method development, and aerosol and cloud distribution over the ocean.

Dr. Engelmann received his physics education at the University of Leipzig:

• 1998-2003: Studied physics at University of Leipzig
• 2002-2003: Completed Diploma thesis at TROPOS on 'Development of a portable Raman lidar and setup of transmitting and receiving optics for a Dopplerwindlidar'
• 2004-2009: Completed PhD thesis at TROPOS on 'Aerosol Vertical Exchange in the Convective Planetary Boundary Layer: Turbulent particle flux measurements with combined wind and aerosol lidar'

Dr. Engelmann's research interests center around atmospheric remote sensing, particularly using lidar technology to study aerosols and clouds. He specializes in developing and applying lidar measurement systems for atmospheric observations, with a focus on marine environments and polar regions. His work includes the development of the Polly XT lidar system and mobile OCEANET observatory for ship-based measurements. He serves as the Principal Investigator for the OCEANET project, which involves planning and executing regular ship campaigns to study aerosol-cloud interactions over the ocean.

Analysis of Dr. Engelmann's recent publications reveals a strong focus on polar and marine atmospheric research, particularly through participation in major field campaigns like MOSAiC (Multidisciplinary drifting Observatory for the Study of Arctic Climate). His work spans aerosol characterization, cloud microphysics, and the development of advanced lidar techniques for atmospheric observations. Key research themes include mineral dust properties, wildfire smoke impacts on Arctic clouds, and the development of new lidar methodologies for improved atmospheric monitoring.

Dr. Engelmann has been actively involved in numerous significant research projects:

• Current projects: COALA (2022-2024), MOSAiC (2019/20), OCEANET, PollyNET, LACROS, ACTRIS, and EARLINET
• Completed projects: PoLiCyTa (2017-2020), CHARADMExp (2014), AMAZE (2008), SAMUM-2 (2008), COPS (2007), LAUNCH-2005 (2005), and Pear-River-Delta experiment (2004)

At TROPOS, Dr. Engelmann contributes to teaching by delivering lectures about windlidar for master students. He has been a Scientific staff member at TROPOS since 2010, building on his earlier work as a student and doctoral candidate at the same institution. His expertise in lidar technology development and atmospheric measurements has made him a key contributor to international collaborative efforts in atmospheric science.