Process-based understanding of climate physics and dynamics

We have a number of active projects that combine models and observations to improve understanding of the processes controlling climate change and variability. For example, we are a part of a $35 million NASA Earth Ventures mission called Polar Radiant Energy in the Far Infrared Experiment (PREFIRE). Launching in 2024, we have two small CubeSat satellites to make measurements Arctic radiation at far-infrared wavelengths and improve understanding of Arctic energy budgets. With funding from the NASA CloudSat and CALIPSO science team, we assessing the observability of and the mechanisms underlying Arctic precipitation changes with global warming. With funding from NSF, we are investigating drivers of recent and projected Arctic warming. Illustrative of our broad research interests, we also research science communication strategies including quantifying engagement in climate change science education and outreach.

Assessing the potential of biometric sensors to measure engagement and learning in the classroom