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Professor Chiara Giorio

Professor of Atmospheric Chemistry

Exploring the Present and Past of the Earth's Atmosphere

The atmosphere is a multiphase environment in which gases, particles and fog/cloud droplets interact. The chemical reactions happening in this complex environment can change the composition and the reactivity of atmospheric components and therefore their effects on the Earth’s climate and on public health.

We use a multifaceted experimental approach, combining field measurements and laboratory experiments, to understand the evolution of particles in the atmosphere, and assess their effects on climate and on public health. We work on developing methods using advanced analytical tools, from high-resolution mass spectrometry to top notch microscopy and spectroscopy techniques, together with multivariate data analysis. We use the fundamental information on particle reactivity and composition to reconstruct past compositional changes of the atmosphere from analysis of organic biomarkers in ice cores.

My research interests are:

  • Coordination chemistry in atmospheric aerosols and cloud/fog droplets
  • Analysis of terrestrial and marine biogenic markers in ice cores for paleoclimate reconstruction
  • Indoor air quality
  • Greenhouse gases emissions

I am part of the Centre for Atmospheric Science, the Cambridge Centre for Climate Science, the Centre for Landscape Regeneration, and the Centre for Climate Repair.



Diversity and inclusion statement

A multicultural and diverse research team is an asset to research excellence because it is fueled by different experiences, point of views and ideas. I value diversity and proactively encourage inclusion by creating a supportive environment and embracing the Athena SWAN principles. I promote and encourage a sustainable work/life balance and flexible working arrangements.

Joining the group

Prospective postgraduate students should apply through the Department of Chemistry Postgraduate Admissions. Prospective postdoctoral researchers are invited to apply for fellowships or to contact me for information on additional funding that may be available. Here is a short video about my work:

Watch Dr Giorio discuss her research

Take a tour of the Giorio lab facilities

Publications

Enhanced Volatile Organic Compounds emissions and organic aerosol mass increase the oligomer content of atmospheric aerosols.
I Kourtchev, C Giorio, A Manninen, E Wilson, B Mahon, J Aalto, M Kajos, D Venables, T Ruuskanen, J Levula, M Loponen, S Connors, N Harris, D Zhao, A Kiendler-Scharr, T Mentel, Y Rudich, M Hallquist, J-F Doussin, W Maenhaut, J Bäck, T Petäjä, J Wenger, M Kulmala, M Kalberer
– Sci Rep
(2016)
6,
35038
(doi: 10.1038/srep35038)
Secondary organic aerosol formation from isoprene photooxidation during cloud condensation–evaporation cycles
L Bregonzio-Rozier, C Giorio, F Siekmann, E Pangui, SB Morales, B Temime-Roussel, A Gratien, V Michoud, M Cazaunau, HL Dewitt, A Tapparo, A Monod, JF Doussin
– Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics
(2016)
16,
1747
(doi: 10.5194/acp-16-1747-2016)
Direct Surface Analysis Coupled to High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry Reveals Heterogeneous Composition of the Cuticle of Hibiscus trionum Petals
C Giorio, E Moyroud, BJ Glover, PC Skelton, M Kalberer
– Anal Chem
(2015)
87,
9900
(doi: 10.1021/acs.analchem.5b02498)
Molecular composition of fresh and aged secondary organic aerosol from a mixture of biogenic volatile compounds: a high-resolution mass spectrometry study
I Kourtchev, JF Doussin, C Giorio, B Mahon, EM Wilson, N Maurin, E Pangui, DS Venables, JC Wenger, M Kalberer
– Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics
(2015)
15,
5683
(doi: 10.5194/acp-15-5683-2015)
Relating hygroscopicity and optical properties to chemical composition and structure of secondary organic aerosol particles generated from the ozonolysis of α-pinene
C Denjean, P Formenti, B Picquet-Varrault, E Pangui, P Zapf, Y Katrib, C Giorio, A Tapparo, A Monod, B Temime-Roussel, P Decorse, C Mangeney, JF Doussin
– Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics
(2015)
15,
3339
(doi: 10.5194/acp-15-3339-2015)
Gaseous products and secondary organic aerosol formation during long term oxidation of isoprene and methacrolein
L Brégonzio-Rozier, F Siekmann, C Giorio, E Pangui, SB Morales, B Temime-Roussel, A Gratien, V Michoud, S Ravier, M Cazaunau, A Tapparo, A Monod, JF Doussin
– Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics
(2015)
15,
2953
(doi: 10.5194/acp-15-2953-2015)
Local and regional components of aerosol in a heavily trafficked street canyon in central London derived from PMF and cluster analysis of single-particle ATOFMS spectra
C Giorio, A Tapparo, M Dall'Osto, DCS Beddows, JK Esser-Gietl, RM Healy, RM Harrison
– Environmental Science and Technology
(2015)
49,
3330
(doi: 10.1021/es506249z)
Aging of secondary organic aerosol generated from the ozonolysis of α-pinene: effects of ozone, light and temperature
C Denjean, P Formenti, B Picquet-Varrault, M Camredon, E Pangui, P Zapf, Y Katrib, C Giorio, A Tapparo, B Temime-Roussel, A Monod, B Aumont, JF Doussin
– Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics
(2015)
15,
883
(doi: 10.5194/acp-15-883-2015)
Conclusions of the Worldwide Integrated Assessment on the risks of neonicotinoids and fipronil to biodiversity and ecosystem functioning.
JP van der Sluijs, V Amaral-Rogers, LP Belzunces, MFIJ Bijleveld van Lexmond, J-M Bonmatin, M Chagnon, CA Downs, L Furlan, DW Gibbons, C Giorio, V Girolami, D Goulson, DP Kreutzweiser, C Krupke, M Liess, E Long, M McField, P Mineau, EAD Mitchell, CA Morrissey, DA Noome, L Pisa, J Settele, N Simon-Delso, JD Stark, A Tapparo, H Van Dyck, J van Praagh, PR Whitehorn, M Wiemers
– Environ Sci Pollut Res Int
(2014)
22,
148
(doi: 10.1007/s11356-014-3229-5)
Translocation of neonicotinoid insecticides from coated seeds to seedling guttation drops: A novel way of intoxication for bees
V Girolami, L Mazzon, A Squartini, N Mori, M Marzaro, A Di Bernardo, M Greatti, C Giorio, A Tapparo
– J Econ Entomol
(2014)
102,
1808
(doi: 10.1603/029.102.0511)
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