Science for America's Future Briefing
Offered By: AGU via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Attend a briefing and Q&A session featuring NOAA and partner scientists discussing groundbreaking research in weather prediction, ocean warming effects on fish, and national elevation measurements. Learn about revolutionary approaches to forecasting, understanding the impact of warming oceans on fisheries, and improving elevation data for preparedness, infrastructure, and economic development. Hear from experts Monica Youngman, Vincent Saba, Lucas Harris, and Elizabeth Barnes as they present their findings and answer questions. Gain insights into topics such as the US Northeast Shelf, the butterfly effect, seasonal gaps in prediction, atmospheric rivers, and persistent weather patterns. Explore how these advancements in scientific understanding can shape America's future and contribute to better preparedness and decision-making.
Syllabus
Introduction
Christopher Sivan
Briefing Overview
Monica Youngman
US Northeast Shelf
SC cubed
Butterfly effect
Seasonal to seasonal gap
Four places to look
Atmospheric rivers
How can we predict these events
How can we predict weather
The stratospheric polar vortex
Persistent weather patterns
Bridge
Taught by
AGU
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