The Giorio Group

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

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
(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
(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
(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
(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
Environmental Science and Pollution Research
(2014)
22
(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
Journal of economic entomology
(2014)
102
(doi: 10.1603/029.102.0511)
Systemic insecticides (Neonicotinoids and fipronil): Trends, uses, mode of action and metabolites
N Simon-Delso, V Amaral-Rogers, LP Belzunces, JM Bonmatin, M Chagnon, C Downs, L Furlan, DW Gibbons, C Giorio, V Girolami, D Goulson, DP Kreutzweiser, CH Krupke, M Liess, E Long, M McField, P Mineau, EAD Mitchell, CA Morrissey, DA Noome, L Pisa, J Settele, JD Stark, A Tapparo, H Van Dyck, J Van Praagh, JP Van der Sluijs, PR Whitehorn, M Wiemers
Environmental science and pollution research international
(2014)
22
(doi: 10.1007/s11356-014-3470-y)
Environmental fate and exposure; neonicotinoids and fipronil
J-M Bonmatin, C Giorio, V Girolami, D Goulson, DP Kreutzweiser, C Krupke, M Liess, E Long, M Marzaro, EAD Mitchell, DA Noome, N Simon-Delso, A Tapparo
Environmental Science and Pollution Research
(2014)
22
(doi: 10.1007/s11356-014-3332-7)
Molecular composition of biogenic secondary organic aerosols using ultrahigh resolution mass spectrometry: comparing laboratory and field studies
I Kourtchev, SJ Fuller, C Giorio, RM Healy, E Wilson, I O'Connor, JC Wenger, M McLeod, J Aalto, TM Ruuskanen, W Maenhaut, R Jones, DS Venables, JR Sodeau, M Kulmala, M Kalberer
Atmospheric chemistry and physics
(2014)
14
(doi: 10.5194/acp-14-2155-2014)
Effects of anthropogenic emissions on the molecular composition of urban organic aerosols: An ultrahigh resolution mass spectrometry study
I Kourtchev, IP O'Connor, C Giorio, SJ Fuller, K Kristensen, W Maenhaut, JC Wenger, JR Sodeau, M Glasius, M Kalberer
Atmospheric Environment
(2014)
89
(doi: 10.1016/j.atmosenv.2014.02.051)

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Physical Chemistry

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cg525@cam.ac.uk

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Christ's College
Yusuf Hamied Department of Chemistry
Lensfield Road
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CB2 1EW
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