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Yusuf Hamied Department of Chemistry

 

Dr Chiara Giorio

University Assistant Professor

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
  • Source apportionment of atmospheric aerosol using receptor models
  • Indoor air quality
  • Greenhouse gases emissions


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

Vineyard pruning residues pellets for use in domestic appliances: A quality assessment according to the EN ISO 17225
M Zanetti, B Brandelet, D Marini, A Sgarbossa, C Giorio, D Badocco, A Tapparo, S Grigolato, C Rogaume, Y Rogaume, R Cavalli
– Journal of Agricultural Engineering
(2017)
48,
99
(doi: 10.4081/jae.2017.612)
Code supporting "A new processing scheme for ultra-high resolution direct infusion mass spectrometry data"
AT Zielinski, M Kalberer, C Bortolini, C Giorio, SJ Fuller, I Kourtchev, O Popoola
(2017)
(doi: 10.17863/CAM.9495)
Online Quantification of Criegee Intermediates of α-Pinene Ozonolysis by Stabilization with Spin Traps and Proton-Transfer Reaction Mass Spectrometry Detection
C Giorio, SJ Campbell, M Bruschi, F Tampieri, A Barbon, A Toffoletti, A Tapparo, C Paijens, AJ Wedlake, P Grice, DJ Howe, M Kalberer
– J Am Chem Soc
(2017)
139,
3999
(doi: 10.1021/jacs.6b10981)
Detection and identification of Criegee intermediates from the ozonolysis of biogenic and anthropogenic VOCs: Comparison between experimental measurements and theoretical calculations
C Giorio, SJ Campbell, M Bruschi, AT Archibald, M Kalberer
– Faraday Discuss
(2017)
200,
559
(doi: 10.1039/C7FD00025A)
Dynamic viscosity mapping of the oxidation of squalene aerosol particles
A Athanasiadis, C Fitzgerald, NM Davidson, C Giorio, SW Botchway, AD Ward, M Kalberer, FD Pope, MK Kuimova
– Phys Chem Chem Phys
(2016)
18,
30385
(doi: 10.1039/c6cp05674a)
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
– Analytical Chemistry
(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)
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01223 336392

Email address

cg525@cam.ac.uk

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Christ's College

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