TP8

Space missions have delivered a wealth of observations of the atmospheres and aeronomy of rocky planets and moons, from the lower atmosphere to regions interacting directly with the solar wind. With recent advances and forthcoming missions, planetary atmospheric science is entering a particularly active phase. This session invites contributions on the physical and chemical processes shaping the lower, middle, and upper atmospheres of terrestrial bodies in the Solar System, including atmospheric chemistry, energetics, dynamics, electrodynamics, atmospheric escape, surface–atmosphere interactions, and coupling with the space environment.
We welcome studies based on spacecrafts (e.g., Messenger, BepiColombo, Venus Express, Akatsuki, EnVision, Davinci, Mars Express, MRO, TGO, EMM, MAVEN, MMX, among others), ground-based observations, comparative planetology, numerical modelling, and laboratory experiments.
In view of upcoming ESA and NASA Venus missions, contributions addressing current understanding, open questions, and preparatory studies of the Venus atmosphere are particularly encouraged. The session will include solicited and contributed oral presentations, as well as posters.