Winter weather is not something that most people think about in August. But for researchers at the National Centre for Atmospheric Science, winter weather is the focus of their study published this week. The study found that forecasts of European winter weather patterns are more accurate during years of strong El Niño or La Niña events. This study could help improve long-range winter forecasts in Europe, and other parts of the world. The study involved Laura Baker, Len Shaffrey, and Antje Weisheimer from the National Centre for Atmospheric Science, the University of Reading and the University of Oxford.
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A world-leading research centre for atmospheric science, based in the UK.
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The National Centre for Atmospheric Science (NCAS) is a world leader in atmospheric science. We are one of the Natural Environment Research Council's (NERC) research centres, formed in 2002 to provide the UK with national capability in atmospheric science. We carry out research in air pollution, climate and high-impact weather, and long-term global changes in atmospheric composition and climate, and provide the UK community with state-of-the-art technologies for observing and modelling the atmosphere. These include a research aircraft, advanced ground-based observational facilities, computer modelling and support, and facilities for storing and analysing data. We play a significant and influential role in many international science programmes and provide the UK with advice, leadership and national capability in atmospheric science. We are organised around three science themes and five underpinning services and facilities, with over 200 members of staff embedded in 12 UK universities and research institutes including: University of York, University of Leeds, University of Manchester, University of Cambridge, University of Reading, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, University of Birmingham, University of East Anglia, University of Oxford, University of Hertfordshire, University of Surrey and Cranfield University. Our head office is based in Leeds: National Centre For Atmospheric Science Fairbairn House 71-75 Clarendon Road Leeds LS2 9PH Tel: +44 (0) 113 34 36408 Follow us on Twitter: @AtmosScience
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http://www.ncas.ac.uk
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- 201-500 employees
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- Leeds, West Yorkshire
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- 2002
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- Climate Science, Weather, Air Quality, Atmospheric Technology, Air Pollution, Atmospheric Science, Research, Data Storage, Ground observation, Airborne Observation, Hazardous Weather, Computer Models, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Environmental Science, Computer Modelling, Atmospheric Composition, Climate Change, and Earth System
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Employees at National Centre for Atmospheric Science
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Luke Abraham
Training Theme Leader at the National Centre for Atmospheric Science and Director of Research at University of Cambridge
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Mary Ethna Black
Public Health Doctor, Non Executive Director, and writer
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Nick Beard
Non-Exec at National Centre for Atmospheric Sciences
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Ally Lewis
Professor of Atmospheric Chemistry
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Did you know we have over 600 photos of atmospheric science in action that are free to use? 📷 Our images cover all aspects of atmospheric science at the National Centre for Atmospheric science, representing the diverse roles and people who make our research possible. Check out our images on the National Centre for Atmospheric Science Flickr account: https://lnkd.in/eJMbW2rs
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What is the UK National Climate Science Partnership? Find out in tomorrow's webinar:
Within the UK National Climate Science Partnership (UKNCSP), the Met Office and NERC: Natural Environment Research Council-supported Research Centres join forces to connect and leverage their #climate research capabilities, and work towards a shared vision of the UK as a global leader in #ClimateScience for climate solutions. A new webinar series will kick off soon to share plans and progress with UKNCSP, and to engage the community as activities develop. The first webinar will take place next week on Friday 19 July at 11:00 – 12:00 BST and discuss climate information ‘beyond UKCP18’, as the current climate projections products are being reviewed in the context of evolving user needs and developments in climate science. The webinar offers an opportunity to learn more about a potential vision for a broader and more usable package of Climate Information (UKCI), and to get involved in the process. Prof Jason Lowe, Principal Fellow/Head of Climate Services for Government at the Met Office and Chair in Interdisciplinary Climate Research, Priestley Centre, University of Leeds, and Dr Carol McSweeney, Science Manager and Deputy UKCP Science Lead at the Met Office, will be leading the webinar, with contributions from other scientists from the Met Office, University of Bristol and National Centre for Atmospheric Science. The webinar is free to attend. You can find all information and a link to register here: https://lnkd.in/eAmQ7pJb
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How great is this? You can now take a virtual tour of our research aircraft and see behind the scenes of atmospheric science! Explore our unique BAe 146-301 aircraft inside and out - including some places that even our scientists can't get to - and discover the instruments and equipment we use to study the atmosphere. Great if you’re new to using our facility, or just nosey. From climate change and air pollution, to weather and environmental disaster response, we’re really proud to show off our research aircraft that has spent 20 years flying for science.
Fly high from home: Embark on a virtual tour of our atmospheric research aircraft
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We're #hiring 2 administrators to join our NCAS staff based at the University of Reading - apply by 29 July. Check out our latest job opportunities: https://lnkd.in/eq87xAHc
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We're #hiring 2 administrators to join our NCAS staff based at the University of Reading - apply by 29 July. Check out our latest job opportunities: https://lnkd.in/eq87xAHc
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Researchers from the National Centre for Atmospheric Science and Rothamsted Research are working together to track insects in the sky using a new solar-powered radar. We spoke to researchers at the National Centre for Atmospheric Science about the radar and how it is being used to help understand insect behaviour and improve estimates of insect biodiversity change in the UK.
Scientists get set to spot insects with new sun-powered radar
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Join us at this year’s NERC Digital Gathering 🎉 What to expect: 🔹 Two days bringing the NERC research community together to highlight the growing role of digital technologies in environmental research 🔹 Explore NERC-funded research outcomes and ongoing work by the NERC Environmental Data Service and NERC’s Data Centres 🔹 Gain insights from industry leaders in digital technologies, including representatives from IBM and Microsoft Details: 📅 11 - 12 September 🎫 Free entry 📍 The University of Manchester ⏰ Register by 09 August For further details or to submit a talk, workshop or poster: https://orlo.uk/cxtOX
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National Centre for Atmospheric Science reposted this
Within the UK National Climate Science Partnership (UKNCSP), the Met Office and NERC: Natural Environment Research Council-supported Research Centres join forces to connect and leverage their #climate research capabilities, and work towards a shared vision of the UK as a global leader in #ClimateScience for climate solutions. A new webinar series will kick off soon to share plans and progress with UKNCSP, and to engage the community as activities develop. The first webinar will take place next week on Friday 19 July at 11:00 – 12:00 BST and discuss climate information ‘beyond UKCP18’, as the current climate projections products are being reviewed in the context of evolving user needs and developments in climate science. The webinar offers an opportunity to learn more about a potential vision for a broader and more usable package of Climate Information (UKCI), and to get involved in the process. Prof Jason Lowe, Principal Fellow/Head of Climate Services for Government at the Met Office and Chair in Interdisciplinary Climate Research, Priestley Centre, University of Leeds, and Dr Carol McSweeney, Science Manager and Deputy UKCP Science Lead at the Met Office, will be leading the webinar, with contributions from other scientists from the Met Office, University of Bristol and National Centre for Atmospheric Science. The webinar is free to attend. You can find all information and a link to register here: https://lnkd.in/eAmQ7pJb
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June 2024 marked a year of record breaking global temperatures 🌡️ This spiral created by Ed Hawkins shows global warming from 1850 to present day. The pace of temperature change is obvious, especially over recent decades. World leaders are working to prevent global temperatures exceeding the 2°C warming threshold, and are aiming to stay below 1.5°C.
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