This research compares Earth’s energy balance to a personal budget and examines how aerosols—especially black carbon—disturb that balance. By simulating how black carbon interacts with cloud droplets and light, the study helps improve understanding of climate impacts. The goal is better climate modeling and reducing harmful atmospheric pollution.

This research uses computer simulations to predict how Greenland’s ice mélange—the icy “cork” stabilizing glaciers—will melt under climate warming. Results show ocean temperatures drive melting twice as strongly as air temperatures. A new equation from this work helps improve climate models and reduce uncertainty in future sea-level rise.

The researcher studies how clouds on distant exoplanets affect their climates and potential for life. Working with NASA, they model how exotic materials—like iron or sapphire clouds—absorb and reflect light. They found particle shape greatly influences temperature and habitability, helping determine whether alien worlds could support liquid water and life.