Advancing scientific understanding of climate, improving society’s ability to plan and respond
Advancing scientific understanding of climate, improving society’s ability to plan and respond
Recent studies by a NOAA-supported scientist highlight how changes in wind patterns in the tropical Pacific and shifts in the Hadley circulation, driven by ocean warming, intensify extreme weather events and affect global rainfall, offering crucial insights for better climate predictions and preparation.
Key mechanisms behind extreme weather patterns Read More »
Marine heatwaves disrupt atmospheric patterns that weaken ocean circulation and reduce the formation of nutrient-rich eddies in the Gulf of Alaska, revealing critical insights into the interconnected effects of climate extremes on marine ecosystems.
The meetings provided an opportunity for applicants to exchange ideas and promoted collaboration between NOAA line offices to advance cross-NOAA initiatives.
A new study investigates how Earth’s hemispheres maintain nearly identical sunlight reflection, showing that the Northern Hemisphere’s higher aerosol and land reflectivity is balanced by the Southern Hemisphere’s increased cloud cover, with darkening trends in both regions raising questions about long-term climate impacts.
Researchers developed a machine learning model that improves the predictability of the summer Madden-Julian Oscillation, achieving reliable forecasts for up to 24 days.
Enhancing summer Madden-Julian Oscillation prediction using machine learning Read More »
A new study shows that understanding relationships between ocean temperatures and rainfall can help scientists better predict how tropical rainfall will change as climate warms.
Predicting tropical rainfall by tracking ocean temperatures Read More »
Today, the Department of Commerce and NOAA announced 3.8 million in funding for six new innovative projects that will work to enhance coastal flooding and inundation information and services, through an investment from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Thirteen researchers supported by the Climate Program Office’s Earth System Science and Modeling (ESSM) programs in the past decade received Union and Section Awards for their work on marine ecosystems, solar radiation modification, ocean dynamics, methane, and more.
ESSM-supported researchers honored with American Geophysical Union Awards Read More »
Researcher Anna-Lena Deppenmeier will continue her work on the tropical Pacific at the University of Liverpool, strengthening international collaboration on NOAA’s upcoming field campaign.
Scientists correct long-term measurements of the Florida Current, revealing its stability over 40 years and providing more accurate data for understanding global ocean circulation in the context of modern climate change.
Reassessing the Florida Current’s stability in climate change predictions Read More »