Caitlin A. Griffith Professor of Planetary Science

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RESEARCH INTERESTS

Professor Griffith is interested in the complex interplay of physical processes that shape and evolve planetary atmospheres. Her research aims to determine how Titan's basic characteristics underline the differences between Titan and Earth's meteorology, atmospheric structure, and climate. Her approach involves both observations and physical models of planetary atmospheres. These models include radiative transfer, thermodynamical and simple chemical calculations. Observations are recorded by spacecrafts (e.g. Voyager and Cassini) and ground-based facilities, including most recently, KECK, CTIO, and IRTF. Dr. Griffith is a member of the team of Cassini's Visual and Infrared Mapping Spectrometer instrument.

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