Polar Meteorology Symposium
Abstract
This program will focus on the science of polar meteorology, looking at both the technology and the weather/ocean patterns that must be analyzed. On the weather front for example, polar storms come out of Antarctica and travel up through South America. As they increase in latitude, the character of these storms changes with the increasing heat and air moisture that they encounter. With ocean patterns, the Southern Ocean creates a unique, cold climate system that also regularly sends cold water patterns to the north.Because of the concentration of wealthy nations in the northern hemisphere, much of the science of polar meteorology is focused on the Arctic. While certain patterns can be applied to the south as well (such as freezing patterns), the behavior of weather and the ocean is unique in Antarctica. This has meant that prediction models must be correctly calibrated to incorporate this information and provide accurate forecasts.The program will be regional and bring together scientists and forecasters from the most southern countries in South America (Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Uruguay) that have interests in Antarctica. Brazil for example, is recently rebuilding its polar research center. Speakers will talk about the role of science in driving the nexus between technology, environment, and forecasts with the goal of advancing the quality of polar forecasting. The beneficiaries of improvements in polar meteorology will be individuals and organizations that operate in the Antarctic, such as merchants and navies
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Jan 26, 2017
- Source ID
- N62909151C125
Entities
People
- Priscila Passos
Organizations
- Office of Naval Research
- United States Navy