Hazel Bain
CIRES Senior Research Scientist
- Ph.D. Physics and Astronomy, University of Glasgow, 2010
- M.Sci (Hons), Physics and Astronomy, University of Glasgow, 2006
Research Interests
Bain’s work at NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) involves development of space weather models and applications to be used by forecasters. She leads the center’s efforts in radiation storm forecasting in support of the aviation and human space exploration industries. Her research includes understanding and forecasting solar energetic particle events. Her work directly supports NASA’s Artemis lunar missions, contributing critical space weather forecasting capabilities to ensure astronaut safety during deep space travel.
She is also the CIRES Lead at SWPC.
Current Research
Development of space weather models and applications to be used by forecasters at NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center.
Responsible for leading the center’s efforts in radiation storm forecasting in support of SWPC customers the aviation and human space exploration industries.
- The development of models and applications that directly support human spaceflight endeavors, including NASA's Artemis lunar missions.
- Validating and maintaining the real-time operational U.S. Federal Aviation Administration CARI-7 radiation dose rate model used to support space weather radiation advisories for the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
Research Categories
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About CECA
CECA connects and creates a supportive environment for graduate students and postdocs who come from various academic units to do research in CIRES.