Francisco Navas Guzmán, PhD
Ramón y Cajal Researcher
Andalusian Institute for Earth System Research (IISTA CEAMA)
University of Granada, Spain
Profile
I am a Ramón y Cajal Researcher at the University of Granada and a member of the Atmospheric Physics Group at the Andalusian Institute for Earth System Research (IISTA CEAMA). My research focuses on the remote sensing of atmospheric aerosols, clouds, water vapor, and temperature, with particular emphasis on aerosol optical and microphysical properties, aerosol–cloud–radiation interactions, and vertically resolved atmospheric profiling.
My work combines advanced ground based remote sensing techniques (Raman lidar, microwave radiometry, ceilometers, sun/sky photometry) with satellite observations and data assimilation approaches. I have extensive experience in the development, validation, and application of multi sensor synergies within international observing networks such as ACTRIS, AERONET, EARLINET, and E PROFILE, as well as in the validation of satellite missions including EarthCARE and Aeolus.
Current Position
2021 – present
Ramón y Cajal Researcher
University of Granada, Spain
Member of the Atmospheric Physics Group, Andalusian Institute for Earth System Research (IISTA CEAMA)
Academic and Research Experience
2017 – 2021
Scientific Collaborator and Project Leader
Swiss Federal Office of Meteorology and Climatology (MeteoSwiss), Payerne, Switzerland
2013 – 2017
Postdoctoral Researcher
Microwave Physics Group, University of Bern, Switzerland
2013 – 2017
Postdoctoral Researcher
Atmospheric Physics Group, Andalusian Institute for Earth System Research (IISTA CEAMA), University of Granada, Spain
Education
PhD in Physics (Doctor International, with honors), 2012
University of Granada, Spain
Dissertation: Atmospheric vertical profiling by Raman lidar
MSc in Geophysics and Meteorology, 2007
University of Granada, Spain
BSc in Physics, 2006
University of Granada, Spain
Research Interests
- Aerosol optical and microphysical properties
- Aerosol hygroscopicity and aerosol–cloud interactions
- Aerosol–radiation interactions and radiative forcing
- Raman lidar and multi wavelength remote sensing techniques
- Synergistic use of ground based and satellite observations
- Vertical profiling of aerosols, water vapor, temperature, and clouds
- Validation of satellite aerosol and cloud products
Funded Research Projects (Principal Investigator)
Enhancing Continental Scale Aerosol Vertical Characterization through Harmonized Observations (ECHO)
Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities (Spain), 2025–2028
Advancing High Vertical and Temporal Resolution of Water Vapor and Temperature in the Troposphere and Lower Stratosphere (VERTAS)
Ministry of Science and Innovation (Spain), 2024–2026
Improving Atmospheric Aerosol Monitoring at Continental Scale by the Synergy of Passive and Active Remote Sensing Techniques (AEROMOST)
Junta de Andalucía, 2023–2025
Multi instrumental Approach to Quantify Aerosol–Cloud Interactions and Their Impact on Climate (MULHACEN)
Ministry of Science and Innovation (Spain), 2022–2025
Ramón y Cajal Contract (RYC2019 027519 I)
Ministry of Science and Innovation (Spain), 2021–2026
Study of Aerosol Hygroscopic Effects on Optical and Microphysical Properties Using Remote Sensing Techniques (AEROHYGROPRO)
Swiss National Science Foundation, 2017–2021
Teaching Experience
Lecturer and invited professor in undergraduate and master’s programs at the University of Granada, including Physics, Environmental Sciences, and the Master in Geophysics and Meteorology. Teaching activities cover atmospheric radiation, experimental techniques, meteorology, and climatology.
Supervision of Students and Researchers
Supervision of bachelor’s and master’s theses in physics, meteorology, and environmental sciences, as well as postdoctoral researchers. Topics include aerosol characterization, remote sensing techniques, atmospheric radiation, water vapor profiling, and cloud properties.
Awards and Distinctions
- Ramón y Cajal Tenure Track Contract, Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation (2020)
- Beatriz Galindo Contract, Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation (2020)
- Ambizione Grant, Swiss National Science Foundation (2016)
- Fellowship of the Emergía Program, Regional Government of Andalusia (2021)
- PhD Extraordinary Award, University of Granada (2014)
Scientific Service and Leadership
- Session Chair, European Aerosol Conference (2024, 2025)
- Guest Editor, Atmosphere journal (special issue on microwave radiometry)
- Member of academic and teaching committees at the University of Granada
- Reviewer for leading international journals in atmospheric sciences
- Active contributor to international research infrastructures and observing networks
Publications
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