Atmospheric Remote Sensing · Atmospheric Chemistry

Satellite Observations of Atmospheric Composition

My research focuses on satellite observations of atmospheric trace gases, particularly glyoxal (CHOCHO). I evaluate satellite products and combine them with ground-based observations and chemical transport models to investigate atmospheric composition and chemistry.

I have been fascinated by satellite observations and the perspective they give us from space. Magical, revealing, and inspiring. I often wonder how we can improve retrievals, make better use of satellite data through data assimilation, and turn those observations into answers about atmospheric chemistry and emissions.

I'm looking for a PhD position starting in fall 2027. If these questions connect with your work, I'd love to hear from you.

GEMS / TROPOMISatellite observations and multi-platform validation
Retrieval StepsDeep understanding on dSCD, reference area, and a prior profile
GEOS-ChemAtmospheric chemistry modeling

Research highlights

Seeing the Atmosphere from Space

Satellite observations provide a unique perspective on atmospheric composition, allowing me to explore spatial patterns, evaluate satellite products, and investigate their connections with atmospheric processes.

GEMS glyoxal evaluation
GEMS Glyoxal Evaluation Multi-platform comparison with TROPOMI, MAX-DOAS, and GEOS-Chem
Retrieval process comparison between TROPOMI and GEMS
Retrieval process comparison Diurnal source-sink processes interpreted with GEOS-Chem
TROPOMI methane and rice cultivation
TROPOMI Methane Seasonal CH₄ variability and its relationship with rice cultivation

Understanding the Chemistry Behind the View

Beyond observing the atmosphere from space, I use chemical transport models as interpretive tools to investigate the chemical processes behind satellite-observed patterns, particularly the sources, sinks, and diurnal variability of trace gases.

Urban glyoxal chemistry
Urban Glyoxal Chemistry Model reproduce glyoxal levels
Glyoxal budget and rate analysis
Budget and Rate Analysis Chemistry dominate the whole glyoxal diurnal process