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Stratospheric Modeling & Analysis

The Stratospheric Modeling & Analysis (formerly Chemistry & Climate Processes) research program investigates the stratosphere and its complex relationships with global systems, focusing on understanding and predicting changes in its chemical composition and dynamics. Using observations and models, researchers advance the scientific building blocks critical for safeguarding the stratospheric ozone layer, evaluating impacts of climate intervention and change, and informing sustainable space exploration.

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Research Highlight: A potential strategy to cool the planet – known as Marine Cloud Brightening (MCB) – could have a significant, and until now overlooked, impact on the middle atmosphere and the ozone layer. Learn More Photo: Sam Hall, NCAR