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About the Atmospheric Sciences Division

Welcome to the Atmospheric Sciences Division of Brookhaven National Laboratory. We are some three dozen scientists, engineers, and support personnel.

Our research focuses mainly on the chemistry, physics, and transport of substances in the atmosphere. A major extension of our activity is the interaction of atmospheric materials with shortwave (solar) and longwave (terrestrial infrared) radiation. Another major focus of research is the use of tracers to measure flows and exchange of fluids between compartments, in the atmosphere, in buildings, and the subsurface environment, including pipelines, and petroleum reservoirs, to cite two recent examples. Our research consists of a mix of field measurements and their interpretation, laboratory studies, and theory and modeling.

Support for our research comes largely from the United States Department of Energy (DOE), mainly from its Environmental Sciences Division (ESD) within the Office of Biological and Environmental Research (OBER) with additional support from other U.S. Government agencies, including the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Important non-governmental support comes from agencies such as the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI).

Administratively, the Atmospheric Sciences Division is located within the Environmental Sciences Department of Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL). This home page is intended to introduce the visitor to our personnel and activities. We welcome your interest and inquiries.