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Simon Carn is a Professor in the Department of Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences at Michigan Technological University, specializing in satellite-based monitoring of volcanic degassing and atmospheric pollution. His work leverages NASA satellite constellations to quantify sulfur dioxide emissions and their climate impacts.
Education:
- PhD in Volcanology from Cambridge University
- MS in Volcanology and Magmatic Processes from Université Blaise Pascal
- BA in Earth Sciences from Oxford University
Research Focus: Carn pioneers the use of space-borne sensors like OMI and TEMPO to measure volcanic SO2, ozone, and other trace gases. His research bridges satellite observations with climate modeling to understand sulfate aerosol formation, volcanic cloud transport, and anthropogenic pollution sources. Key methodologies include DOAS/FTIR remote sensing, satellite-ground data validation, and aviation hazard mitigation systems.
Publication Trends: Recent work (2023-2025) centers on high-cadence monitoring via geostationary satellites (TEMPO, DSCOVR/EPIC), analysis of major eruptions (Hunga Tonga, Raikoke), and extending 20+ years of global SO2 records. Research emphasizes volcanic-climate interactions, eruption response protocols, and quantifying underreported passive degassing that affects climate models.
