Marine boundary layer clouds are low-lying clouds that form over the ocean and are influenced by the interactions between the atmosphere and the ocean surface. These clouds play a crucial role in regulating Earth's energy balance, as they can either reflect incoming solar radiation back into space, leading to a cooling effect, or trap heat in the atmosphere, leading to a warming effect. Research in the area of marine boundary layer clouds focuses on understanding the processes that control their formation, maintenance, and dissipation. Scientists study factors such as temperature, humidity, and wind patterns in the marine boundary layer to better predict how these clouds will evolve and impact the climate. Additionally, researchers are interested in how marine boundary layer clouds interact with aerosols, such as sea salt particles or pollution, which can influence cloud properties and ultimately affect global climate. Understanding these interactions is important for improving climate models and predicting future changes in cloud cover and climate.