World's Best Scientists 2026 revealed!

D-Index & Metrics

Chemistry

D-Index
64
Citations
12300
World Ranking
8176
National Ranking
2358

Overview

Murray V. Johnston is affiliated with the University of Delaware in the United States. Their research primarily spans Environmental Science and Earth and Planetary Sciences, with a focus on subfields such as Atmospheric Science, Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis, Spectroscopy, Global and Planetary Change, and Materials Chemistry.

The scientist's work centers on topics including Atmospheric chemistry and aerosols, Air Quality and Health Impacts, Atmospheric aerosols and clouds, Mass Spectrometry Techniques and Applications, Air Quality Monitoring and Forecasting, Electrohydrodynamics and Fluid Dynamics, and Catalytic Processes in Materials Science.

Recent significant publications by Murray V. Johnston include:

  • Reaction Kinetics of Organic Aerosol Studied by Droplet Assisted Ionization: Enhanced Reactivity in Droplets Relative to Bulk Solution (2020, Journal of the American Society for Mass Spectrometry)
  • Online Characterization of Organic Aerosol by Condensational Growth into Aqueous Droplets Coupled with Droplet-Assisted Ionization (2021, Analytical Chemistry)
  • Ion Formation from Rapidly Heated Aqueous Droplets by Droplet-Assisted Ionization (2020, The Journal of Physical Chemistry A)
  • Growth Rate Dependence of Secondary Organic Aerosol on Seed Particle Size, Composition, and Phase (2022, ACS Earth and Space Chemistry)
  • The use of transmission electron microscopy with scanning mobility particle size spectrometry for an enhanced understanding of the physical characteristics of aerosol particles generated with a flow tube reactor (2023, Aerosol Science and Technology)

Their frequent coauthors include Devon N. Higgins, Michael J. Apsokardu, Michael S. Taylor, Devan E. Kerecman, and Justin M. Krasnomowitz.

Murray V. Johnston has contributed multiple publications to respected journals, notably:

  • ACS Earth and Space Chemistry (2 publications)
  • Journal of the American Society for Mass Spectrometry (1 publication)
  • Analytical Chemistry (1 publication)
  • The Journal of Physical Chemistry A (1 publication)
  • Aerosol Science and Technology (1 publication)

The research covers areas that interface with atmospheric chemistry and aerosol characterization methods, including advanced mass spectrometry and microscopy techniques to analyze organic aerosols and their reactions. Their body of work reflects investigations into aerosol growth dynamics, physicochemical properties, and implications for air quality and health, incorporating instrumental techniques such as droplet-assisted ionization and transmission electron microscopy combined with scanning mobility particle size spectrometry.

Best Publications

  • Direct observations of atmospheric aerosol nucleation.

    Markku Kulmala;Jenni Kontkanen;Heikki Junninen;Katrianne Lehtipalo

  • Formation of oligomers in secondary organic aerosol.

    Michael P. Tolocka;Myoseon Jang;Joy M. Ginter;Frederick J. Cox

  • Measurement and numerical simulation of soot particle size distribution functions in a laminar premixed ethylene-oxygen-argon flame

    Bin Zhao;Zhiwei Yang;Murray V. Johnston;Hai Wang

  • Analysis of Soot Nanoparticles in a Laminar Premixed Ethylene Flame by Scanning Mobility Particle Sizer

    Bin Zhao;Zhiwei Yang;Jinjin Wang;Murray V. Johnston

  • Chemical species associated with the early stage of soot growth in a laminar premixed ethylene–oxygen–argon flame

    Berk Öktem;Michael P. Tolocka;Bin Zhao;Hai Wang

  • Particle size distribution function of incipient soot in laminar premixed ethylene flames: effect of flame temperature

    Bin Zhao;Zhiwei Yang;Zhigang Li;Murray V. Johnston

  • Aerosol mass spectrometry: An introductory review

    David G. Nash;Tomas Baer;Murray V. Johnston

  • On-line single-particle analysis by laser desorption mass spectrometry

    P. J. McKeown;M. V. Johnston;D. M. Murphy

  • Oligomers in the early stage of biogenic secondary organic aerosol formation and growth.

    Katherine J. Heaton;Matthew A. Dreyfus;Shenyi Wang;Murray V. Johnston

  • Sampling and analysis of individual particles by aerosol mass spectrometry

    Murray V. Johnston

  • Amine exchange into ammonium bisulfate and ammonium nitrate nuclei

    B. R. Bzdek;D. P. Ridge;M. V. Johnston

  • MS of INDIVIDUAL AEROSOL PARTICLES

    Murray V. Johnston;Anthony S. Wexler

  • On-line chemical analysis of aerosols by rapid single-particle mass spectrometry

    Peter G. Carson;Kenneth R. Neubauer;Murray V. Johnston;Anthony S. Wexler

  • On-line analysis of organic components in fine and ultrafine particles by photoionization aerosol mass spectrometry.

    Berk Öktem;Michael P. Tolocka;Murray V. Johnston

  • Humidity effects on the mass spectra of single aerosol particles

    Kenneth R Neubauer;Murray V Johnston;Anthony S Wexler

  • Chemical characterization of individual, airborne sub-10-nm particles and molecules.

    Shenyi Wang;Christopher A. Zordan;Murray V. Johnston

  • Size and composition biases on the detection of individual ultrafine particles by aerosol mass spectrometry

    David B. Kane;Murray V. Johnston

  • A comparison of particle mass spectrometers during the 1999 Atlanta Supersite Project

    Ann M. Middlebrook;Daniel M. Murphy;Shan Hu Lee;Shan Hu Lee;Shan Hu Lee;David S. Thomson;David S. Thomson

  • Signal suppression in electrospray ionization Fourier transform mass spectrometry of multi-component samples

    J. L. Sterner;M. V. Johnston;G. R. Nicol;D. P. Ridge

  • Oligomer Content of α-Pinene Secondary Organic Aerosol

    Wiley A. Hall;Murray V. Johnston

Frequent Co-Authors

Anthony S. Wexler
Anthony S. Wexler University of California, Davis
James N. Smith
James N. Smith University of California, Irvine
Hai Wang
Hai Wang Stanford University
John C. Wright
John C. Wright University of Wisconsin–Madison
Charles N. McEwen
Charles N. McEwen Saint Joseph's University
Julia Laskin
Julia Laskin Purdue University West Lafayette
Tuukka Petäjä
Tuukka Petäjä University of Helsinki
Markku Kulmala
Markku Kulmala University of Helsinki
Douglas R. Worsnop
Douglas R. Worsnop University of Helsinki
Philip K. Hopke
Philip K. Hopke Clarkson University

If you think any of the details on this page are incorrect, let us know.

Report an issue

We appreciate your kind effort to assist us to improve this page, it would be helpful providing us with as much detail as possible in the text box below:

Related Online Degrees & Career Pathways

Pursuing a Chemistry degree in the USA opens doors to various related fields that combine scientific knowledge with practical skills. For instance, many students explore associated disciplines through online programs, such as criminal justice associate programs online, which provide foundational education for careers in law enforcement or forensic science.

When considering further education, it’s essential to understand the financial commitment. A useful resource detailing how much does it cost to get a criminal justice degree can help students budget effectively for their academic journey.

Chemistry graduates might also explore roles that involve legal and regulatory aspects, such as advanced paralegal positions. Understanding what types of paralegals make the most money can guide career decisions toward specializations with strong earning potential.

Another promising pathway is becoming a pharmaceutical sales representative, a role that leverages scientific expertise and communication skills. For insights into this career, including earning expectations, readers can learn more about how much do drug reps make.

Best Scientists Citing Murray V. Johnston

Trending Scientists