Dr. Ilse Aben

Biography

Ilse Aben is an Endowed Professor at the Department of Earth Sciences at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. She is a senior scientist and group lead in the Earth program at the SRON Space Research Organisation in the Netherlands. Aben has been instrumental in the TROPOMI satellite mission that measures atmospheric gases and monitors air pollution and climate change. Her research primarily focuses on the use of TROPOMI satellite instruments to study methane and carbon monoxide emissions, specifically targeting super emitters and their contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions. Aben's work has significant implications for environmental monitoring and public health, particularly concerning extreme air pollution from agricultural burning and its effects on urban areas. She has collaborated with various international organizations, including the United Nations International Methane Emission Observatory (IMEO), to enhance detection methods for methane leaks and support mitigation efforts. Aben has a robust background that spans over two decades, contributing to advancements in remote sensing and environmental sciences.

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