Operational Unit
Physical Chemistry & Atmospheric Thermodynamics Lab
Chemistry & Chemical Engineering
Unit Mandate
Mission & Operational Scope
Investigates the physical chemistry of atmospheric processes, chemical reaction thermodynamics, and phase behavior to support the Foundation's climate science, atmospheric monitoring, and chemical engineering programs.
Doctrine
Caltech Physical Chemistry Division Standards · IUPAC Thermodynamic Data Guidelines
Core Capabilities
Operational Capabilities
Atmospheric reaction kinetics measurement and modeling
Aerosol formation and optical property characterization
Thermodynamic property measurement (enthalpy, entropy, heat capacity)
Phase equilibrium and equation of state modeling
Photochemical reaction mechanism investigation
Quantum chemical calculation and molecular modeling
Division III
Chemistry & Chemical Engineering