Solids and Their Surfaces: Division B / Commission 14 / Working Group Solids and Their Surfaces

TL;DR

This paper summarizes recent advancements in the study of cosmic dust analogues and molecule formation on their surfaces, highlighting increased global research activity over the past decade.

Contribution

It provides a comprehensive overview of new publications in the field, reflecting the growth in research efforts and knowledge.

Findings

More than three dozen laboratories now work on cosmic dust analogues.

Significant increase in publications related to molecule formation on dust surfaces.

Enhanced understanding of surface processes in cosmic environments.

Abstract

Just a decade ago, only a handful of laboratories were engaged in the preparation and characterization of cosmic dust analogues and in the study of the formation of molecules on their surfaces. Now more than three dozen laboratories work on such topics. This report summarizes new publications in this field.