Celia Herrero del Barrio
Papers
2
Total Citations
6
H-Index
2
About
Celia Herrero del Barrio is an atmospheric scientist whose research centers on the retrieval of aerosol properties—tiny particles suspended in the air that affect climate, air quality, and visibility. Her most cited work, “Retrieval of aerosol properties from zenith sky radiance measurements” (2023, 4 citations), demonstrates a novel approach to characterizing these particles by analyzing sky radiance measured directly overhead. This method leverages the GRASP algorithm (Generalized Retrieval of Atmosphere and Surface Properties) to extract detailed aerosol information from zenith sky radiance (ZSR) data recorded at four wavelengths. By showing that even simple, upward-looking measurements can yield valuable aerosol insights, Herrero del Barrio’s contributions open new possibilities for low-cost, ground-based monitoring networks—especially in remote or resource-limited regions. Her follow-up paper (2023, 2 citations) further validates this technique, reinforcing its potential for broader atmospheric studies. Though early in her career, her work is already shaping how researchers can observe aerosols without complex instrumentation, making atmospheric science more accessible and scalable. For students and researchers interested in remote sensing, climate, or air quality, Herrero del Barrio’s research offers a clever, practical tool for understanding our planet’s particulate veil.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1Retrieval of aerosol properties from zenith sky radiance measurements4 citations · 2023
- 2Retrieval of aerosol properties from zenith sky radiance measurements2 citations · 2023