G. Di Donfrancesco

Tecnologia Energia Ambiente Materiali (Italy)

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G. Di Donfrancesco is a prominent atmospheric scientist whose research centers on aerosol vertical distribution and optical properties, with a particular focus on the Sahelian region of Africa. His major contribution lies in characterizing the seasonal and inter-annual variability of aerosols over this critical area, combining ground-based micro-lidar systems with satellite observations. His most-cited work, "Variability of aerosol vertical distribution in the Sahel" (2010), has garnered 49 citations, establishing a foundational understanding of how different aerosol types—such as dust and biomass burning particles—vary in vertical structure and optical behavior across years. By deploying lidar systems in Banizoumbou (Niger), Cinzana (Mali), and M'Bour (Senegal), Di Donfrancesco provided unprecedented, high-resolution data on aerosol layers, enabling more accurate climate and air quality models. His research is instrumental for scientists studying radiative forcing, atmospheric dynamics, and regional climate impacts in West Africa. Through his meticulous field observations and data integration, Di Donfrancesco has significantly advanced our knowledge of aerosol transport and lifecycle in one of the world’s most aerosol-rich environments.