Biography
«My primary research interest focus on the interactions between solar radiation and atmospheric components, and how these interactions both influence and are influenced by (via feedback mechanisms) ecosystems. I am always open to establishing new research collaborations. For this, do not hesitate to contact me by email»
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Dr. Ismael López Lozano is an interdisciplinary researcher specializing in environmental and atmospheric sciences, with a strong foundation in physics, remote sensing, and limnology. He holds a PhD in Physics and Space Sciences from the University of Granada, where he investigated aerosol-cloud-solar radiation interactions. His research has contributed to improving estimations of diffuse PAR, aerosol radiative forcing, and net surface radiation balance.
His work focuses on climate-ecosystem feedbacks, carbon neutrality in boreal landscapes, and integrating remote sensing data with forest ecosystem models. He has developed novel experimental units (UESC) and designed innovative methodologies for assessing metabolic balance shifts in aquatic ecosystems under global change.
Dr. Lozano has extensive experience in laboratory analysis, including the use of spectrophotometers, spectrofluorometers, chromatographers, stoichiometric measurements, flow cytometry, multiparameter probes, sondes, and microscopy (including epifluorescence microscopy). He has been responsible for the maintenance and calibration of scientific equipment and has trained technicians in laboratory procedures. His fieldwork expertise includes the design and execution of sampling campaigns in lakes, rivers, and marine environments, following standardized limnological protocols.
In addition to his background in numerical simulations and statistical modeling, he has strong skills in high-performance computing (HPC), working with CSC’s Puhti and Allas services, as well as proficiency in Linux-based environments, Bash scripting, MATLAB, R and Python. His expertise includes optical remote sensing, time-series analysis, and multi-source data fusion for environmental monitoring. His extensive teaching experience includes university-level courses in physics, ecology, and atmospheric sciences, as well as mentoring students in research methodologies.
His research has been published in high-impact journals such as Atmospheric Research, Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres, and Marine & Freshwater Research, and he has participated in international projects funded by the European Space Agency (ESA) and the Research Council of Finland.
Beyond academia, Dr. Lozano has a diverse professional background, having worked in fields such as carpentry, computer technology, etc., before transitioning into science. His multidisciplinary expertise, leadership in research, and commitment to innovation position him as a key contributor to addressing global environmental challenges.