Lexia Cicone

Lexia Cicone’s research interests involve atmospheric chemistry, with a specific focus on toxic air pollution. Her work centers on understanding the sources, chemical transformations, and impacts of toxic air pollutants, particularly polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). She uses a global chemical transport model to investigate how these pollutants are distributed in the atmosphere, how they interact with climate systems, and how they affect human health. Her research aims to inform environmental policy and public health interventions. Recently, she has been investigating the role of fires in driving emissions of toxic pollutants and complex atmospheric chemistry, contributing to adverse health outcomes.