Nicholas Lombardo
About Nicholas Lombardo
Nicholas Lombardo is a Graduate Teaching and Research Fellow at Yale University, specializing in Earth and Planetary Sciences. He has developed models for atmospheric simulations and conducted research on internal wave activity in the Arctic Ocean.
Current Role at Yale University
Nicholas Lombardo serves as a Graduate Teaching & Research Fellow at Yale University since 2019. In this role, he contributes to the academic community by teaching and mentoring students. He is involved in the course G&G 140: Introduction to the Atmosphere, the Ocean, and Climate Change. His responsibilities include developing course materials and facilitating discussions that enhance students' understanding of atmospheric and oceanic sciences.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Nicholas Lombardo has an extensive educational background in Earth and Planetary Sciences. He achieved his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from Yale University, where he studied from 2021 to 2025. Prior to that, he earned a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) from Yale University from 2019 to 2021. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Physics and Mathematics from Central Connecticut State University, completed in 2017.
Research Contributions and Projects
Lombardo's research focuses on atmospheric sciences, particularly the effects of chemical composition on simulated atmospheric structures. He has developed Fortran-based modules for a General Circulation Model based on the GFDL FMS core. His work includes improvements to simulate Titan's atmosphere, contributing to the understanding of its 30-year seasonal cycle. He has also conducted research on internal wave propagation in the Arctic Ocean using bottom pressure measurements.
Professional Experience
Before his current role at Yale University, Nicholas Lombardo worked as an Academic Tutor and Mentor at Central Connecticut State University from 2013 to 2016. He also gained valuable experience as an intern at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center from 2016 to 2017 and later served as a Faculty Research Assistant - Observational Astronomer at the University of Maryland Baltimore County from 2017 to 2019.
Publications and Presentations
Nicholas Lombardo actively presents his research findings at international conferences and contributes to peer-reviewed scientific publications. His work on wavelet analysis algorithms to isolate periods of increased internal wave activity demonstrates his commitment to advancing knowledge in atmospheric sciences.