NOAA Scientists to Discuss Climate and Innovation at AMS, Baltimore
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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will participate in panel discussions at the American Meteorological Society’s 104th annual meeting held in Baltimore from January 28 to February 1. The discussions will cover NOAA’s progress towards key priorities within the past year, the rapid development of NOAA’s Hurricane Analysis and Forecast System, and NOAA’s role in providing global observations and climate services. Other topics include the need for climate mitigation and adaptation-related innovations, stories from NOAA and partners on transitioning new research into operations, and the importance of clear communication on climate information.
At the American Meteorological Society’s 104th annual meeting in Baltimore, key leaders and scientists from NOAA will participate in various panel discussions from January 28 to February 1.
Noteworthy sessions include:
Monday, Jan. 29, 12:15 – 1:15 p.m. EDT: One NOAA Leadership Priorities.
This town hall features NOAA leaders discussing key priorities including the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act, building a Climate Ready Nation, balancing economic growth with environmental stewardship, and workforce equity. Speakers include NOAA Administrator Dr. Rick Spinrad and leaders from NOAA’s six Line Offices.
Tuesday, Jan. 30, 8:30 – 10 a.m. EDT: From HWRF to UFS: HAFS Journey from development to operation.
NOAA scientists and partners detail the evolution of NOAA’s new Hurricane Analysis and Forecast System, which has improved storm intensity predictions. Sundararaman Gopalakrishnan, lead scientist for HAFS, will be among the speakers. A follow-up session is scheduled from 1:45 – 3:00 p.m. EDT.
Tuesday, Jan. 30, 12:15 – 1:15 p.m. EDT: NOAA Climate Services.
NOAA leaders will present on NOAA’s global observations and climate services. The town hall will showcase NOAA’s collaborations in developing and delivering services to address the climate crisis.
Tuesday, Jan. 30, 1:45 – 3 p.m. EDT: Expediting Climate Innovations in a Rapidly Changing World.
A panel featuring NOAA Administrator Spinrad and Kathi Vidal, Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, discussing the need for climate innovations and protection of intellectual property.
Wed, Jan. 31, 1:45 – 3:00 pm EDT: The New Blue Economy and the Coastal Zone.
Nicole LeBoeuf from NOAA’s National Ocean Service will deliver keynote remarks on the contributions of the Ocean Enterprise to the ocean and coastal economy.
Thursday, Feb. 1, 8:30 – 10 a.m. EDT: Sharing the secrets to successful research to operations collaborations.
A panel moderated by NOAA Administrator Spinrad sharing stories on how collaborations can transition new research into operations.
Thursday, Feb. 1, 10:45 – 12:00 p.m. EDT: Unearthing Truth: Combating Disinformation in the Earth Sciences through Education and Communication.
Panelists will discuss the role of clear communication in tackling climate disinformation and building a Climate-Ready Nation.
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