Dr. Alexandre Berger, University Burgundy Europe, France
Dr. Alexandre Berger is a climatologist specializing in atmospheric physics and chemistry, climate modeling, and urban climate adaptation. Born on June 5, 1986, in Laon, France, he has contributed extensively to climate research through numerical simulations and statistical analyses. His work focuses on climate change impacts, urban heat islands, and atmospheric aerosol chemistry. With postdoctoral experiences at the University of Burgundy and the University of Toulouse III, he has been actively involved in projects like H2020 RESPONSE and ANR DYVALOCCA. Dr. Berger has also served as a professor, mentor, and researcher, advancing climate science while engaging in public outreach.
Publication Profile
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Education 🎓📚
Dr. Alexandre Berger earned his PhD in Atmospheric Sciences from the University of Toulouse III (2011–2014), focusing on multi-scale modeling of atmospheric aerosol chemistry. He completed his Master’s in Ocean-Atmosphere and Continental Surfaces (2009–2011) at the same institution, specializing in meteorology, atmospheric chemistry, and remote sensing. His research included numerical evaluations of cloud chemistry’s contribution to secondary organic aerosols. Before that, he obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Fundamental Physics (2007–2009) from the University of Toulouse III, covering fluid mechanics, electromagnetism, and quantum physics. Additionally, he holds a DUT in Physical Measurements (2004–2006) from the University of Champagne-Ardenne, with expertise in thermal transfers, optics, and material properties.
Experience
Dr. Berger has extensive research and teaching experience. He worked as a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Burgundy (2021–2024), leading numerical climate simulations for urban heat islands and cloud cover formation in Africa. From 2016–2017, he studied climate variability in the Mont-Blanc massif using WRF simulations. His doctoral research at the University of Toulouse III (2011–2014) focused on atmospheric aerosol chemistry. As an educator, he has taught at the University of Burgundy and the University of Toulouse III, instructing students in statistics, mathematics, and atmospheric sciences. He also worked as a mathematics and physics teacher in French high schools from 2018–2020.
Awards and Honors 🏆🎖️
Dr. Berger has been recognized for his contributions to climate modeling and atmospheric research. His doctoral research on aerosol chemistry received accolades for innovation in multi-scale numerical modeling. His work on urban climate adaptation, particularly in the H2020 RESPONSE project, earned recognition from the scientific community. He has also been acknowledged for his contributions to ANR DYVALOCCA and ANR MONT-BLANC projects, advancing understanding of climate change impacts. As an educator, he has received commendations for his mentorship and teaching excellence at the University of Burgundy and Toulouse III.
Research Focus 🌍🔬
Dr. Berger specializes in atmospheric physics, climate modeling, and urban heat island mitigation. His research integrates numerical simulations with observational data to study urban climate dynamics, cloud formation, and climate variability. He has worked on European and African climate projects, focusing on mesoscale atmospheric modeling, statistical downscaling, and climate adaptation strategies. His expertise spans tropospheric chemistry, aerosol microphysics, and remote sensing applications for climate monitoring. His contributions aim to improve climate resilience, urban planning, and environmental policies through advanced modeling techniques.
Publication Top Notes
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“Aerosol processing and CCN formation of an intense Saharan dust plume during the EUCAARI 2008 campaign” (2015) – Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics ResearchGate
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“Modeling organic aerosol composition at the Puy de Dôme mountain (France) for two contrasted air masses with the WRF-Chem model” (2015) – Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics ResearchGate+1ACP+1
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“Evaluation of Meso-NH and WRF/CHEM simulated gas and aerosol chemistry over Europe based on hourly observations” (2016) – Atmospheric Research
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“Huge decrease of frost frequency in the Mont-Blanc Massif under climate change” (2019) – Scientific Reports PubMed
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“The dry-season low-level cloud cover over Western Equatorial Africa: a case study with a mesoscale atmospheric model” (2024) – Quarterly Journal of the Royal Meteorological Society Royal Meteorological Society