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SUMMARY:CESSRST-II Second Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Second Annual CESSRST-II Meeting \nThe second annual Cooperative Science Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies (CESSRST II) meeting was held on April 29-30\, 2024\, in Silver Spring\, Maryland at the Silver Spring Civic Building at Veterans Plaza and via Zoom. The objectives of the meeting were to learn NOAA’s current priorities and objectives\, to share the Center’s progress\, new initiatives\, and plans\, and to foster better collaboration/connection between CESSRST II Scientists and NOAA Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).  A key highlight of the meeting was the CESSRST II Student Showcase\, featuring lightening talks and poster presentations. Subsequent discussion panels were held on various themes\, including AI/ML\, Weather & Climate Change\, Social Science Integration\, Developing Student Center Competencies\, Strategies for Post Graduate Careers\, and NESDIS Research and Applications. These panels facilitated in-depth discussions and knowledge exchange between CESSRST II and NOAA representatives. The meeting yielded several outcomes. NOAA provided insight into priorities at NESDIS\, NESDIS STAR\, OAR\, NWS\, and NCCOS\, allowing CESSRST II to improve its engagement with NOAA research. Moreover\, new connections were established between NESDIS and CESSRST II\, leading to increased student research projects and NERTOs. Additionally\, workforce opportunities for CESSRST II students within the NOAA mission enterprise were identified\, helping to shape the future workforce. \nDate: April 29\, 2024 \nTime: 8:30AM ET \nVenue: Silver Spring Civic Building at Veteran’s Plaza\, MD \nObjectives:\n\nTo learn NOAA’s current priorities and objectives\nTo share the Center’s progress\, new initiatives\, and plans\nTo foster better collaboration/connection between CESSRST II Scientists and NOAA Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)\n\nExpected Outcomes:\n\nCESSRST II leadership\, faculty and students will become aware of NOAA’s priorities\nCESSRST II will enhance collaboration and contribution to NOAA by expanding the presence of NOAA mentors in key areas and increasing NOAA-funded research\, at CESSRST II Institutions\, that will boost institutional capacity and strengthen engagement with NOAA\nCESSRST II will expand workforce opportunities\, in the NOAA mission enterprise\, for CESSRST II students\n\nDownload Meeting Agenda  \n 
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/cessrst-ii-second-annual-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Conference/Symposium
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies (CESSRST)":MAILTO:cessrst@ccny.cuny.edu
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SUMMARY:NOAA Seminar Series: Micro-climate Monitoring\, Crop Impacts\, and Preparedness for Southern CA Viticulture
DESCRIPTION:Title:  Micro-climate Monitoring\, Crop Impacts\, and Preparedness for Southern CA Viticulture \nPresenter(s): Alessandra Zuniga \nDate: Thursday\, May 9 \, 2024 from 1:30 – 2:15 pm \nGoogle Meet joining info \nVideo call link: https://meet.google.com/mdr-yckd-znv  \nOr dial: ‪(US) +1 408-909-8773 PIN: ‪659 505 717## \nMore phone numbers: https://tel.meet/mdr-yckd-znv?pin=7798352384570 \nAbout Speaker:  Alessandra Zuniga \nAbstract: \nSouthern California is currently experiencing rapid changes in climate patterns and more extreme weather events with important implications for the agricultural industry. Current trends and climate models indicate that temperatures in this region will continue to rise in the next century\, along with more intense and frequent drought events. The impacts of these changes on crop physiology and production remain ambiguous\, which makes this region highly vulnerable to climate change. Moreover\, very little is known about how growers are responding to these climate challenges and whether they have the necessary resources and support to adapt accordingly. This project was developed to better understand and predict climate impacts to vineyard production systems in the San Diego region. The first objective of this project was to better understand the physiological response of grapevines to micro-climate and soil water availability and how this varies across different grapevine varieties of the same species (Vitis vinifera L.). This project was conducted at an experimental vineyard located in the Santa Margarita Ecological Reserve in Fallbrook\, CA. The second objective of this research was to use a social science approach to better understand the impacts and challenges of climate change on the winegrowing community in the San Diego region. These findings help to draw awareness of potential impacts on the grape/wine sector\, which may incentivize informed policy and practices. \nThe results are from the NOAA EPP/MSI CSC NERTO graduate internship project that was conducted with NOAA mentor Alexander Tardy of the National Weather Service. The NERTO aligns with the NOAA CESSRST-II program’s goals of supporting and strengthening societal decision-making in response to weather and climate extremes. This project has also deepened the intern’s understanding of NOAA weather monitoring by integrating weather data\, crop transpiration predictions\, and grower risk perception to address information needs and adaptive capacity building of the agricultural sector.
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/noaa-seminar-series-micro-climate-monitoring-crop-impacts-and-preparedness-for-southern-ca-viticulture/
LOCATION:City College of New York\, 160 Convent Avenue\, New York\, 10031
CATEGORIES:NOAA Seminar Series,Seminar Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies (CESSRST)":MAILTO:cessrst@ccny.cuny.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20240515T183828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T183828Z
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SUMMARY:Seminar Series: Data Assimilation in the Numerical Weather Predication Model
DESCRIPTION:Download Seminar Flyer\n\nSeminar by Dr. Brian Karpowicz on Thursday May 16\, 2024 at 1pm.\nThe seminar will focus on data assimilation in the Numerical Weather Prediction Model.\n\nVenue: Grove School of Engineering\nLocation: ST-513 (in-person)\nTime: 1:00pm\nDate: May 16\, 2024 (Thursday)\nVirtual:  zoom link\n\nDr. Karpowicz is a Senior Scientist at NASA Goddard Earth Sciences Technology and Research. \n\nAbstract:\n\nData assimilation is a key part of Numerical weather prediction as it uses a global suite of observations including airborne\, ground based\, and satellite observations to providing the best initial conditions for weather forecast models to predict weather. A brief overview of how satellite observations are assessed in data assimilation experiments will be presented. Additionally\, examples will be given of future potential student projects using NASA and NOAA missions. Finally\, key skills needed for properly preparing students for success will be discussed.\n 
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/seminar-series-data-assimilation-in-the-numerical-weather-predication-model/
LOCATION:Grove School of Engineering\, 160 Convent Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Informational Webinar,Seminar Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies (CESSRST)":MAILTO:cessrst@ccny.cuny.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T130000
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CREATED:20240505T133419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T143450Z
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SUMMARY:Social Science Community of Practice Meeting  (CoP)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]CESSRT-II Social Science Meeting:  Student Cohort Community of Practice Meeting \nSocial science community of practice meeting. \nDate:  May 22\, 2024  at 12p\,[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/social-science-community-of-practice-meeting-cop-8/
CATEGORIES:Informational Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240528T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20240423T141913Z
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SUMMARY:HAFS summer colloquium May 28-30\, NCWCP
DESCRIPTION:Hurricane Analysis and Forecast System (HAFS) is NOAA’s new coupled atmosphere-ocean-wave model suitable for tropical cyclone (TC) research and forecasting in all Northern and Southern Hemisphere ocean basins. To facilitate the training of graduate\, doctoral\, and post-doctoral students and increase the participation of students from traditionally underrepresented communities with the use of HAFS\, HFIP and NCAS-M are endorsing a Summer Colloquium scheduled for \n\nDate: May 28-30\, 2024. \nLocation:  NOAA Center for Weather and Climate Prediction (NCWCP) in College Park\, MD\n\n\nGoals of the Summer Colloquium\n\n\nLectures on all aspects of HAFS\, including infrastructure\, model physics and dynamics\, nesting\, initialization\, coupling with the ocean\, post-processing\, and vortex tracking;\nHAFS’s multiple configurations\, TC verification\, HAFS ensemble system;\nNCEP’s plans for TC numerical weather prediction will be presented;\nPractical sessions will give tutorial participants hands-on experience in running HAFS.\n\n\n\nThis event will be held at the NOAA Center for Weather and Climate Prediction (NCWCP) in College Park\, MD.  Jointly organized by the NOAA Center for Atmospheric Science and Meteorology (NCAS-M)\,  NOAA’s Environmental Modeling Center (EMC)\, and NOAA’s Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory (AOML) this colloquium will feature presentations and tutorials by the main HAFS developers. This event is also expected to set the stage for the dissemination of HAFS to the broader community in the near future. 
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/hafs-summer-colloquium-may-28-30-ncwcp/
LOCATION:NOAA Center for Weather and Climate Prediction (NCWCP)\, 5830 University Research Ct\, College Park\, MD\, 20740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Informational Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20240612T163850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T232538Z
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SUMMARY:Lidar & Radar Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Doppler Lidar/Radar Applications:  An Interactive Demonstration \nDate: June 13\, 2024 at 10:00am \nBy: Melvin Felton\, Deryck James\, David Ligon\, Huaqing Cai\, and the team from\nArmy Research Laboratory \nThere are weather hazards posed to soldiers\, autonomous robotic agents\, manned and\nunmanned vehicles\, accurate airborne delivery of Army payloads\, etc. The environment\nalso impacts the transmission of RF signals for communication\, the transmission of\nacoustic signals generated by vehicular and munitions activity on the battlefield\, the\ntransport and dispersion of aerosols/pollution/chem-bio weapons on the battlefield\, etc.\nTherefore\, Army scientists research the weather and environment to ensure increased\nforecast accuracy and situational awareness\, resulting in significant efficiencies and cost\nsavings for Army operations. This workshop will cover basic concepts of remote sensing\nand introduce coherent Doppler lidar/radar. In addition\, we will provide examples of the\ndifferent types of research we have engaged in with Doppler lidar\, and there will be an\nopportunity for participants to explore Doppler lidar data via an interactive MATLAB script \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/lidar-radar-workshop/
LOCATION:City College of New York\, 160 Convent Avenue\, New York\, 10031
CATEGORIES:Informational Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20240716T164434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T133044Z
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SUMMARY:NOAA Seminar Series: The Path to Justice40: Indicators and Metrics for Assessing and Engaging Frontline Communities
DESCRIPTION:Title: The Path to Justice40: Indicators and Metrics for Assessing and Engaging Frontline Communities\n \nPresenter(s): Gwendolyn Damestoit \nDate: Thursday\, July 25\, 2024 at 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET\n \nMeeting link : https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8902629542552066646 \nAbout Speaker:  Gwendolyn Damestoit \nAbstract: \nThis research\, conducted  under the mentorship of NOAA/NERTO mentors Dr. Ariela Zycherman\, Dr. Chelsea Combest-Friedman\, and CESSRST Advisor Dr. Fernando Tormos-Aponte\, aimed to investigate the decision-making processes within the Regional Integrated Sciences and Assessments Program (RISA) teams concerning community engagement\, with a specific focus on frontline communities. The objective was to comprehend how RISA projects are scoped\, benefits are identified\, and community partnerships are established. The study was particularly relevant in the context of supporting federal agencies’ response to the Justice40 Initiative (EO14008\, Sec223)\, which seeks to ensure that 40% of the benefits from federal investments in climate change are directed towards “disadvantaged” communities. Under this initiative\, federal agencies are required to define and geographically identify the communities meeting the criteria of “disadvantaged” to receive funding. The primary task involves identifying the diverse metrics and considerations employed by RISA teams in determining their project locations and community collaborators. This was achieved through informal interviews with principal investigators and program managers within RISA teams. Qualitative analysis techniques were utilized to discern common metrics across the network and region-specific indicators. Furthermore\, the research compares these metrics with existing environmental justice and social vulnerability tools to develop a framework for identifying beneficiary communities in alignment with the Justice40 initiative. The outcomes of this study contribute to enhancing the effectiveness of the RISA program in addressing climate and social justice concerns while aligning with broader equity priorities of the administration.
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/noaa-seminar-series-the-path-to-justice40-indicators-and-metrics-for-assessing-and-engaging-frontline-communities/
CATEGORIES:NOAA Seminar Series,Seminar Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies (CESSRST)":MAILTO:cessrst@ccny.cuny.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20240716T165032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T165032Z
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SUMMARY:NOAA Seminar Series: Implementation and Sustainability of the UNESCO/IOC Tsunami Ready Program
DESCRIPTION:Title: Implementation and Sustainability of the UNESCO/IOC Tsunami Ready Program\n \nPresenter(s):Wendy Prudencio \nDate: Thursday\, July 25\, 2024 at 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm ET\n \nGoogle Meet joining info \nGoogle Meet joining info \nVideo call link:  meet.google.com/mfn-yhxq-nxf \nOr dial: ‪(US)+1 307-364-0663 PIN: ‪797 007 689#  \nMore phone numbers: https://tel.meet/mfn-yhxq-nxf?pin=8888412615303&hs=1 \n\nAbout Speaker: Wendy Prudencio \nAbstract: \nTsunamis are natural hazards that are caused by other hazards\, such as earthquakes\, volcanic eruptions\, submarine landslides\, and meteorites. Tsunamis can be life-threatening\, and therefore\, mitigation and preparedness for these events are necessary. In 2001\, the National Weather Service (NWS) of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) established the Tsunami Ready Program in coordination with the National Tsunami Hazard Mitigation Program (NTHMP) to assist coastal communities throughout the United States (Bernard\, 2005). The Tsunami Ready Program promotes mitigation\, awareness\, preparedness\, and response to tsunamis through community-based efforts. This program has paved the way for the International Tsunami Information Center to support the piloting\, establishment\, and ongoing implementation of the UNESCO Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission Tsunami Ready Recognition Programme. Implementation and sustainability of the Tsunami Ready Program are crucial to coastal communities in order to improve resiliency and reduce the impact on life\, property\, and livelihoods. \nThe results are from the NOAA EPP/MSI CSC NERTO graduate internship project that was conducted with NOAA mentor Dr. Christa G. von Hillebrandt-Andrade of the International Tsunami Information Center Caribbean Office of NWS. The NERTO aligns with the NOAA CSC Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies II (CESSRST II) goal to Conduct NOAA mission-aligned collaborative research. The NERTO Implementation and Sustainability of the UNESCO/IOC Tsunami Ready Program also deepened the intern’s understanding of NOAA’s tsunami hazard mitigation strategies\, which enhanced their capacity to support coastal community preparedness and resilience initiatives effectively
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/noaa-seminar-series-implementation-and-sustainability-of-the-unesco-ioc-tsunami-ready-program/
CATEGORIES:NOAA Seminar Series,Seminar Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies (CESSRST)":MAILTO:cessrst@ccny.cuny.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240802
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20240312T165944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T183853Z
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SUMMARY:Second Annual CESSRST-II Symposium
DESCRIPTION:View Agenda for 2nd Annual CESSRST-II Symposium (Hybrid)\n\nThe Symposium provides a forum for students\, faculty\, and the community to discuss cutting edge remote sensing research  topics and to examine the connection between research and education. \nThe Symposium includes poster and presentation sessions\, oral presentations and networking. Join us!\nDates:  Monday\, July 29 – Thursday\, August 1\, 2024
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/second-annual-cessrst-ii-symposium/
CATEGORIES:Conference/Symposium
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies (CESSRST)":MAILTO:cessrst@ccny.cuny.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20240716T135959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T140542Z
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SUMMARY:NOAA Seminar Series: Carbon Sequestration and Storage in Puerto Rico Mangroves
DESCRIPTION:Title: Carbon Sequestration and Storage in Puerto Rico Mangroves \nPresenter(s): Jahnelle Howe \nDate: Wednesday \, August 28 2024 from 11:00 – 12:00 pm \nWebinar Link : https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6094444959284406880 \nAbout Speaker: Jahnelle Howe \nAbstract: \nMangroves are coastal forests that persist in the ocean-land continuum and provide critical habitats for fish and wildlife. They contribute to coastal resiliency by acting as natural barriers to storm surges and preventing erosion\, flooding\, and disasters. Mangrove ecosystems contribute to global carbon cycles by acting as a sink of atmospheric CO2\, thereby having the potential to mitigate climate change. Blue carbon refers to the carbon sequestered in litter and soil in coastal ecosystems and the oceans\, having a particularly high rate of carbon storage. However\, due to anthropogenic and natural hazards and climate change\, the loss of mangroves poses a risk of releasing sequestered carbon stored deep within the soil into the atmosphere once exposed. This work is particularly important for Puerto Rico as mangroves are essential for coastal protection from storms (wave action\, erosion\, lessening impacts to communities) and critical for economically significant artisan fishers. This study focuses on two mangroves in Puerto Rico\, La Parguera and Laguna Grande\, for blue carbon quantification and assessing whether extreme events\, including hurricanes and environmental factors such as temperature and precipitation\, impact these ecosystems and their capacity to sequester blue carbon. Furthermore\, this study also reviews the socio-economic conditions influencing blue economy building and blue carbon sequestration related to coastal communities’ dependency on values and services provided by these ecosystems in Puerto Rico.
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/noaa-seminar-series-carbon-sequestration-and-storage-in-puerto-rico-mangroves/
CATEGORIES:NOAA Seminar Series,Seminar Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies (CESSRST)":MAILTO:cessrst@ccny.cuny.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20240810T135340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T133516Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Seminar Series: Re-defining extreme precipitation in a changing climate
DESCRIPTION:Download Flyer \nView details \nEvent: NOAA EPP/MSI CSC Climate Change Seminar Series \nTitle: Re-defining extreme precipitation in a changing climate \nPresenter: Kelly Mahoney\, NOAA Research (Hosted by NCAS-M) \nDate: September 12\, 2024 \nTime: 12:00pm-1:00 PM \nRegister: Click here to register \n After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email with details to join the event \n About the Seminar Series. \nJoin NOAA’s EPP/MSI Cooperative Science Centers for this lecture series featuring scientists from NOAA Fisheries and NOAA Research. These monthly seminars will be hosted by the lead institution\, virtually or hybrid throughout the 2025-2025 academic year.  For more information\, please visit\, https://research.noaa.gov/noaa-csc-24-25/ \n 
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/climate-change-seminar-series-re-defining-extreme-precipitation-in-a-changing-climate/
CATEGORIES:NOAA Seminar Series,Seminar Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20240615T145143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T145713Z
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SUMMARY:6th NOAA AI Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This year’s NOAA AI Workshop will gather community members to discuss and explore collaborations on leveraging AI that align with NOAA’s strategic priorities. Participants will form community collaboration groups around selected use cases that can be sustained after the workshop via online collaboration platforms. We invite all interested scientists\, AI practitioners\, and application end users to join this community-driven collaboration development event. \nGiven available resources\, the in-person component of the workshop will take place at up to three locations – College Park\, MD\, Boulder\, CO\, and Seattle\, WA – simultaneously and connected via the video meeting platform. The event is open to the public with a fully virtual participation option. Due to space limitations\, priority for in-person participation will be given to participants who can commit to fully participate in the planned activities. \nComplete the expression of interest formoffsite link by July 26\, 2024. Further communication regarding the workshop will be provided in late July. \nContact ai.workshop@noaa.gov with questions. \nFor more information\,  visit https://www.noaa.gov/ai/events/6th-noaa-ai-workshop-2024
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/6th-noaa-ai-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20241008T170812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T171420Z
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SUMMARY:NOAA Seminar Series: Urban Study of Excessive Rainfall Rates
DESCRIPTION:Title:  Urban Study of Excessive Rainfall Rates\n \nPresenter(s): Melissa Crouch \nDate: 10 October 2024 11:05 am – 11:35 am ET\n \nRemote Access: Google Meet joining info \nVideo call link: https://meet.google.com/yat-nxrf-emf \nOr dial: (US) +1 321-405-2803 PIN: 268 246397 \n#More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/yat-nxrf-emf?pin=4547124589737 \nAbout Speaker:  Melissa Crouch \nAbstract: Warming atmospheric temperatures have the potential to increase the moisture content\, leading to enough intensified precipitation and storms to induce flash flooding. Urban areas experience the worst of these events due to a lack of infiltration that affects drainage systems. This project is an analysis of these rainfall events. The objectives were to (1) use MRMS/FLASH data to help better anticipate urban flood events through good lead time\, (2) use the data to refine flash flood guidance values\, and (3) develop thresholds for improved issuance of severity of flood impacts. Particular focus was on the remnants of Ida on September 1st and 2nd\, 2021\, and the September 29th event of 2023. Multi-Radar Multi-Sensor (MRMS) data were matched with local storm reports (LSRs) to statistically summarize the patterns of precipitation and surface runoff estimates within New York City. Flash flood guidance (FFG) was used to interpret the results of the analysis\, which concludes that\, for all events\, the quantitative precipitation estimate (QPE) does not exceed FFG thresholds. The surface runoff simulations illustrate the exceedance of thresholds\, posing the risk of flash flooding to occur. The work also helps in serving the needs of both meteorologists and hydrologists to improve lead time and calibrate thresholds for improved issuance of severity of flood impacts. The results are from the NOAA EPP/MSI CSC NERTO graduate internship project that was conducted with NOAA mentor Dr. David Radell\, Science Operations Officer at the National Weather Service at Upton\, NY. The NERTO aligns with NOAA CSC CESSRST-II’s goal to understand and predict changes in Earth’s environment. This Urban Study of Excessive Rainfall Rates also deepened the intern’s understanding of how urban landscapes (like NYC) influence flash flooding behavior and the importance of how these models help the public in making informed decisions on how to prepare for these kinds of events.
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/noaa-seminar-series-urban-study-of-excessive-rainfall-rates/
CATEGORIES:NOAA Seminar Series,Seminar Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies (CESSRST)":MAILTO:cessrst@ccny.cuny.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20240910T140728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T133454Z
UID:5155-1728561600-1728565200@www.cessrst.org
SUMMARY:Climate Seminar Series: Advancing NOAA's climate Modeling and its application to Marine Ecosystem
DESCRIPTION:Download Flyer \nView details \nEvent: NOAA EPP/MSI CSC Climate Change Seminar Series \nTitle: ADVANCING NOAA’S CLIMATE MODELING AND ITS APPLICATION TO MARINE ECOSYSTEM MANAGEMENT\, CLIMATE PROJECTIONS\, AND SERVICE PROVISION \nPresenter: Dan Barrie\,  OAR Climate Program Office (Hosted by CCME) \nDate: October 10\, 2024 \nTime: 12:00pm-1:00 PM \nRegister: Click here to register \n After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email with details to join the event \n About the Seminar Series. \nJoin NOAA’s EPP/MSI Cooperative Science Centers for this lecture series featuring scientists from NOAA Fisheries and NOAA Research. These monthly seminars will be hosted by the lead institution\, virtually or hybrid throughout the 2025-2025 academic year.  For more information\, please visit\, https://research.noaa.gov/noaa-csc-24-25/ \n 
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/climate-change-seminar-series-advancing-noaas-climate-modeling-and-its-application-to-marine-ecosystem/
CATEGORIES:NOAA Seminar Series,Seminar Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20241008T171255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T171255Z
UID:5217-1728565200-1728567000@www.cessrst.org
SUMMARY:NOAA Seminar Series: Spatiotemporal variability of heat stress in the Imperial Valley using remote sensing and weather station data
DESCRIPTION:Title:  Spatiotemporal variability of heat stress in the Imperial Valley using remote sensing and weather station data\n \nPresenter(s): Stephanie Hurtado-Gonzalez \nDate: 10 October 2024 1:05 pm – 1:35 pm ET\n \nRemote Access: Google Meet joining info \nVideo call link: https://meet.google.com/jug-fjxk-hhc \nOr dial: (US) +1 1 636-400-7284 PIN: 741054 399 \n#More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/jug-fjxk-hhc?pin=4161286056192 \nAbout Speaker: Stephanie Hurtado-Gonzalez \nAbstract: Extreme heat is a persistent environmental and public health issue impacting all populations. Current research has vastly explored the impacts of heat stress on urban environments and the Urban Heat Island effect. Yet\, more efforts are needed to study the impacts on agricultural lands and farmworkers. The Imperial Valley\, CA is no exception to this as it has a desert climate\, while also being one of the largest producers of winter vegetable crops. This study is focused on utilizing remote-sensed Land Surface Temperature (LST) and Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) from Landsat 8\, in combination with weather station data\, to evaluate and predict Wet-Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT). As well as\, exploring the components of WBGT. Monitoring heat stress through high-resolution remote sensing can address sub-field processes that are challenging to other systems such as MODIS and regional climate models with coarser spatial resolution. Results show that WBGT can be predicted from LST with a root mean square error of 5 F and that wet-bulb temperature (NWB) is the greatest predictor for WBGT. Future work will connect LST and WBGT data with physiological stress measurements\, public health records\, and interview responses from farmworkers. This research supports NOAA’s mission to understand and predict climate and weather changes by enhancing knowledge of climate change\, weather patterns\, and heat stress impacts. As well as the National Weather Service’s mission to protect lives and issue appropriately timely alerts to the public and emergency community. Research Questions: \n\nHow has WBGT changed over the study period? Are there any variations between weather stations?\nWhat is the relationship between remotely sensed Land Surface Temperature (LST) and Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT)?\nWhich variable within the WBGT equation plays the most significant role in determining WBGT?\n\nThe results are from the NOAA EPP/MSI CSC NERTO graduate internship project that was conducted with NOAA mentor\, Alexander Tardy of the National Weather Service office in San Diego\, CA. The NERTO aligns with NOAA CSC CESSRST-II’s goal of to understand and predict changes in climate and weather. The NERTO project titled ‘Spatiotemporal Variability of Heat Stress in the Imperial Valley Using Remote Sensing and Weather Station Data‘ deepened the intern’s understanding of addressing societal problems through the integration of remote sensing technologies with multidisciplinary research in environmental systems\, socioeconomic drivers\, and solutions.
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/noaa-seminar-series-spatiotemporal-variability-of-heat-stress-in-the-imperial-valley-using-remote-sensing-and-weather-station-data/
CATEGORIES:NOAA Seminar Series,Seminar Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies (CESSRST)":MAILTO:cessrst@ccny.cuny.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20241003T132931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T143014Z
UID:5676-1729252800-1729256400@www.cessrst.org
SUMMARY:Social Science Community of Practice Meeting  (CoP)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]CESSRT-II Social Science Meeting:  Student Cohort Community of Practice Meeting \nSocial science community of practice meeting. \nDate:  October 18 \, 2024  at 12p\,[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/social-science-community-of-practice-meeting-cop-5/
CATEGORIES:Informational Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20241016T173640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T173640Z
UID:5229-1729512000-1729513800@www.cessrst.org
SUMMARY:NOAA Seminar Series: Merged LEO-GEO Tropospheric Nitrogen Dioxide (tropNO2) Product for Air Quality Applications
DESCRIPTION:Title:  Merged LEO-GEO Tropospheric Nitrogen Dioxide (tropNO2) Product for Air Quality Applications\n \nPresenter(s): Thomas Ely \nDate: 21 October 2024 12:05 pm – 12:35 pm ET\n \nRemote Access: Google Meet joining info \nVideo call link:  https://meet.google.com/yyu-ektc-gms \nOr dial: (US) +1 402-803-1147 PIN: 602 419 188# More phone numbers:  \nhttps://tel.meet/yyu-ektc-gms?pin=2445253511123 \nAbout Speaker: Thomas Ely \nAbstract: Air quality is a key societal issue and can be hard to predict in coastal cities such as New York City and Baltimore due to the effects of sea breeze. Air quality studies can benefit from more accurate retrievals of nitrogen dioxide (NO2) from geostationary satellite sensors that show the transport and spatial distribution of pollution throughout the day. The objective of this project is to implement and test a methodology that can improve the quality of geostationary (GEO) satellite NO2 data using low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite NO2 data. This methodology uses the Kalman Filter algorithm to merge the two datasets in a process similar to data assimilation\, except that the background model field uses data from a GEO satellite sensor\, which in this case is NASA’s Tropospheric Emissions: Monitoring of Pollution (TEMPO) satellite sensor. LEO data from Sentinel5-Precursor TROPOspheric Monitoring Instrument (Sentinel-5P TROPOMI) serves as observational information. The Kalman Filter adds TROPOMI measurements to the background\, weighting each dataset based on their respective uncertainties\, which can mitigate uncertainties in each of the original datasets\, resulting in a more accurate tropospheric NO2 product that retains the high temporal resolution of TEMPO data. The merged TEMPO-TROPOMI product is compared against the Pandonia Global Network (PGN) ground-based tropospheric NO2 column retrievals to evaluate the performance of the merged product compared to the original products. This project demonstrated the feasibility of implementing the Kalman Filter for merging satellite datasets and generated a new tropospheric NO2 product that can be useful for local air-quality monitoring.The results are from the NOAA EPP/MSI CSC NERTO graduate internship project that was conducted with NOAA mentor Dr. Shobha Kondragunta of NOAA NESDIS. The NERTO aligns with NOAA CSC CESSRST-II’s goal to have students conduct NOAA mission-aligned research. The NERTO Merged LEO-GEO Tropospheric Nitrogen Dioxide Product also deepened the intern’s understanding of NOAA satellite product development and validation\, as well as satellite sensor calibration.
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/noaa-seminar-series-merged-leo-geo-tropospheric-nitrogen-dioxide-tropno2-product-for-air-quality-applications/
CATEGORIES:NOAA Seminar Series,Seminar Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies (CESSRST)":MAILTO:cessrst@ccny.cuny.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T131500
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20241016T173945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T173945Z
UID:5231-1729514700-1729516500@www.cessrst.org
SUMMARY:NOAA Seminar Series: Implications of Tropospheric Mass Flux Reduction for the frequency and intensity of convective precipitation
DESCRIPTION:Title: Implications of Tropospheric Mass Flux Reduction for the frequency and intensity of convective precipitation\n \nPresenter(s): Carlos Ordaz \nDate: 21 October 2024 12:45 pm – 1:15 pm ET\n \nRemote Access: Google Meet joining info \nVideo call link: https://meet.google.com/hje-hbpt-pcx  \nOr dial: (US) +1 575-942-2063 PIN: 424 547 711#  \nMore phone numbers: https://tel.meet/hje-hbpt-pcx?pin=1703364648658 \nAbout Speaker: Carlos Ordaz \nAbstract: Tropical precipitation will change with warming. Some results suggest that tropical precipitation extremes will increase at rates higher than Clausius-Clapeyron scaling of 7% per Kelvin. As a first step in building physical understanding of tropical precipitation changes\, we apply the framework established by Pendergrass and Hartmann in their 2014 (PH14) trilogy to idealized cloud-resolving models in radiative convective equilibrium. PH14 introduce a way to understand changes to precipitation distributions in two modes: the shift and the increase mode. We explain the values of the shift and increase modes in terms of physical principles. The shift mode is captured to first order by Clausius Clapeyron scaling\, while the increase mode is a combination of Clausius-Clapeyron scaling and the decrease of mass flux expected with climate change. This work contributes to a better process-level understanding of the physical mechanisms that influence tropical precipitation in a changing climate\, which can in turn be used to improve NOAA’s models.The results are from the NOAA EPP/MSI CSC NERTO graduate internship project that was conducted with NOAA mentor\, Nadir Jeevanjee of the Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory (GFDL)\, Princeton. The NERTO aligns with NOAA CSCCESSRST-II goal of furthering our understanding of the atmosphere. The NERTO Implications of Tropospheric Mass Flux Reduction for the frequency and intensity of convective precipitation also deepened the intern’s understanding of atmospheric physics.
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/noaa-seminar-series-implications-of-tropospheric-mass-flux-reduction-for-the-frequency-and-intensity-of-convective-precipitation/
CATEGORIES:NOAA Seminar Series,Seminar Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies (CESSRST)":MAILTO:cessrst@ccny.cuny.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20241021T131937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T131937Z
UID:5238-1729517400-1729519200@www.cessrst.org
SUMMARY:NOAA Seminar Series: Characterizing Hub-height Wind Speed Dependence on Atmospheric Processes in an Offshore Wind Environment
DESCRIPTION:Title:Characterizing Hub-height Wind Speed Dependence on Atmospheric Processes in an Offshore Wind Environment\n \nPresenter(s): Akarshna Iyer \nDate: 21 October 2024 1:30 pm – 2:00 pm ET\n \nRemote Access: Google Meet joining info \nVideo call link:  https://meet.google.com/ayt-tqzz-bsn \nOr dial: (US) +1 901-399-8908 PIN: 203 110 642#  \nMore phone numbers: https://tel.meet/ayt-tqzz-bsn?pin=5479909107077 \nAbout Speaker:Akarshna Iyer \nAbstract: Wind energy is a form of renewable energy that has been growing in implementation and use over the past years. However\, this situation is rapidly changing\, with several new offshore leases being issued to advance offshore wind energy generation. NOAA and other organizations\, including the DOE\, have sponsored the third Wind Forecast Improvement Project (WFIP3)\, a coordinated field campaign and analysis designed to improve offshore wind forecasting. This work focuses on the characterization of low-level jets (LLJs)\, jet streams found in the lower troposphere\, that take place over Block Island\, RI\, and Nantucket\, MA (two of the WFIP3 sites). The research questions this work seeks to answer are: Is the meteorology of the LLJ region consistent for multiple LLJ events? What is the meteorology pattern when an LLJ is present (offshore)\, and why? Individual LLJ cases were analyzed using observations from various WFIP3 remote sensing instruments. Preliminary results suggest\, through analysis of the thermodynamic structure of the marine atmospheric boundary layer\, that LLJs with predominantly southerly flow seem to correlate with warm air advection and periods of strengthened near-surface stability. The mechanisms that drive LLJs in regions off the U.S. East Coast are relatively unknown\, making it an important area of study\, especially since LLJ events seem to have larger errors in the High-Resolution Rapid Refresh (HRRR) model’s wind forecasts. The presence of LLJs and their shear levels can affect overall wind power generation and cause unwanted damage to wind turbines. This research benefits the science community and society because improved wind energy forecasts will increase energy reliability. The results are from the NOAA EPP/MSI CSC NERTO graduate internship project that was conducted with NOAA mentor Dr. David Turner of NOAA Research\, Global Systems Laboratory (GSL)\, Boulder\, CO. The NERTO aligns with NOAA CSC CESSRST-II’s goal to conduct NOAA mission-aligned collaborative research; the mission is To understand and predict changes in climate\, weather\, ocean\, and coasts. The NERTO deepened the intern’s understanding of NOAA\, and her results will inform future analyses of the HRRR using WFIP3 data\, resulting in a faster understanding of errors within the HRRR as a function of weather conditions during low-level jet events.
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/noaa-seminar-series-characterizing-hub-height-wind-speed-dependence-on-atmospheric-processes-in-an-offshore-wind-environment/
CATEGORIES:NOAA Seminar Series,Seminar Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies (CESSRST)":MAILTO:cessrst@ccny.cuny.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T143500
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20241021T132243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T132243Z
UID:5240-1729519200-1729521300@www.cessrst.org
SUMMARY:NOAA Seminar Series: Phytoplankton monitoring and mapping using NOAA OAR/AOML satellite data products for urban waters ecosystems.
DESCRIPTION:Title: Phytoplankton monitoring and mapping using NOAA OAR/AOML satellite data products for urban waters ecosystems.\n \nPresenter(s): Carolina Perez \nDate: 21 October 2024 2:05 pm – 2:35 pm ET\n \nRemote Access: Google Meet joining info \nVideo call link:  https://meet.google.com/yjc-yvec-nkm \nOr dial: (US) +1 929-269-1887 PIN: 429 915 143#  \nMore phone numbers: https://tel.meet/yjc-yvec-nkm?pin=1379180679958 \nAbout Speaker: Carolina Perez \nAbstract:  Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) significantly threaten coastal communities and public health\, impacting marine ecosystems and local economies. These blooms indicate potentially toxic phytoplankton and reflect broader environmental issues such as eutrophication\, runoff\, and the effects of weather events on coastal areas. My research focuses on the monitoring of HABs in New York City waterbodies\, specifically Randall’s Island and the Gowanus Canal\, in collaboration with NOAA’s National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS)and the National Phytoplankton Monitoring Network (PMN). The Gowanus Canal\, a notable study area\, was designated a Superfund site by the EPA in 2010 due to its severe contamination from runoff and combined sewage overflow.During my time at AOML\, as part of my NERTO research project\, I helped develop a research technique by combining satellite data and ground-based data to develop interactive web tools to enhance the real-time monitoring of marine ecosystems. While a NOAA AOML NERTO Intern\, I contributed to enhancing sustainability and resilience for marine ecosystems and coastal communities. AOML’s Ocean Chemistry and Ecosystem Dynamics (OCED) branch employs satellite observations to analyze sea surface temperature (SST) and chlorophyll-a (CHL) levels in water bodies. Using the Environmental Research Division’s Data Access Program (ERDDAP)\, data on SST and CHL I was able to generate detailed maps of these parameters using MATLAB. Integrating satellite-based data with in-situ measurements offers a powerful approach to understanding the health of both open ocean and coastal ecosystems. Combining these data sources\, the research aims to create synthesis products that examine algal blooms and their dynamics.The results are from the NOAA EPP/MSI CSC NERTO graduate internship project that was conducted with NOAA mentors Dr. Chris Kelble and Dr. Enrique Montes of the NOAA Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory\, Ocean Chemistry and Ecosystem Dynamics (OCED) branch. This NERTO aligns with NOAA CSC’s goal of Resilient Coastal Communities and Economies through the theme of Oceans and Coasts. The NERTO deepened the intern’s understanding of NOAA’s research practices by giving me firsthand experience with the teamwork and dedication of a NOAA research team.
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/noaa-seminar-series-phytoplankton-monitoring-and-mapping-using-noaa-oar-aoml-satellite-data-products-for-urban-waters-ecosystems/
CATEGORIES:NOAA Seminar Series,Seminar Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies (CESSRST)":MAILTO:cessrst@ccny.cuny.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20241021T142845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T142845Z
UID:5242-1729778400-1729780200@www.cessrst.org
SUMMARY:NOAA Seminar Series: Societal Data Insights: Data Integration for Inland Flooding.
DESCRIPTION:Title:Societal Data Insights: Data Integration for Inland Flooding.\n \nPresenter(s): Isabel Lopez \nDate: 24 October 2024 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET\n \nRemote Access: Google Meet joining info \nVideo call link: https://meet.google.com/xsy-nupc-von   \nOr dial: (US) +1 234-276-0398PIN: 436 710 044#  \nMore phone numbers: https://tel.meet/xsy-nupc-von?pin=2132911046548 \nAbout Speaker: Isabel Lopez \nAbstract: Urban recurrent flooding presents a complex challenge distinct from nuisance flooding\, typically associated with coastal areas. Unlike nuisance flooding\, which is often predictable and localized\, urban recurrent flooding involves adynamic interplay of factors such as dense infrastructure\, varied land use\, and heterogeneous topography. These elements contribute to unpredictable flood patterns that are more difficult to model and manage. The complexity of urban environments amplifies the challenges in assessing flood risks and potential impacts\, necessitating a more sophisticated analytical approach. This research adapts the Topographic Wetness Index (TWI) to highlight areas prone to flooding based on flow direction and water accumulation. Additionally\, it incorporates the Curve Number (CN) method to estimate runoff volumes from precipitation events\, providing refined tools for measuring surface runoff and predicting flooding potential. Recognizing that urban flooding significantly impacts communities\, this study integrates social data to capture the broader societal effects\, particularly on vulnerable populations. The proposed framework is designed for flexibility\, allowing its application across diverse urban areas with varying geographic and social characteristics. By combining geospatial analysis with social data\, this research offers a comprehensive approach to flood risk assessment\, providing valuable insights for policymakers and urban planners.The results are from the NOAA EPP/MSI CSC NERTO graduate internship project that was conducted with NOAA mentors Dr. Jonathon Mote and Dr. Kyle Metta of the Weather ProgramOffice (WPO) in Silver Spring\, MD. The NERTO aligns with NOAA CSC CESSRST-II’s goal to understand changes in climate and weather and to share that knowledge and information with others. The NERTO project enhanced the intern’s ability to integrate social data with physical data\, providing deeper insights into developing methods that combine social\, weather\, and climate data for more comprehensive analyses.
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/noaa-seminar-series-societal-data-insights-data-integration-for-inland-flooding/
CATEGORIES:NOAA Seminar Series,Seminar Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies (CESSRST)":MAILTO:cessrst@ccny.cuny.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T143500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T150500
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20241021T143329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T143329Z
UID:5244-1729780500-1729782300@www.cessrst.org
SUMMARY:NOAA Seminar Series: Historical Data Reconstruction for the California Coastal Currents using 3D Empirical Orthogonal Functions and Multivariate Regression
DESCRIPTION:Title: Historical Data Reconstruction for the California Coastal Currents using 3D Empirical Orthogonal Functions and Multivariate Regression\n \nPresenter(s): Danielle Lafarga\, \nDate: 24 October 2024 2:35 pm – 3:05 pm ET\n \nRemote Access: Google Meet joining info \nVideo call link:  https://meet.google.com/new-qbkh-azj \n Or dial: (US) +1 440-482-5511 PIN: 303 375 204#  \nMore phone numbers: https://tel.meet/new-qbkh-azj?pin=5643412593662 \nAbout Speaker: Danielle Lafarga\, \nAbstract: Many studies analyze ocean temperature variance\, computing empirical orthogonal functions (EOFs) one layer at a time(2D). However\, surface phenomena like El Nio extend into deeper layers\, exemplifying how crucial it is to examine their three-dimensional structure to fully understand their impact. This research aims to compute 3D EOFs for different areas of the Pacific Ocean to answer how much and what variability can be explored across ocean layers using ahigh-resolution\, eddy-resolving model known as the Global Ocean Physics Reanalysis (GLORYS). The model’s fine resolution allows for detailed analysis of smaller-scale dynamics\, such as those along the coasts of California\, Oaxaca\, and Costa Rica. Nevertheless\, the volume of data presents a memory challenge for 3D calculations. To address this\, we propose an algorithm that enables 3D EOF computation on computers with limited memory (16GB RAM)\, making high-resolution analysis feasible.Computing 3D EOFs is crucial for understanding our oceans and how ocean dynamics can extend through multiple layers. This research aligns with NOAA’s mission to understand and predict changes in climate\, weather\, oceans\, and coasts. By providing a more comprehensive view of ocean variability\, the results also contribute valuable insights into the habitats of fish species protected by NOAA Fisheries\, aiding in the preservation and management of marine ecosystems.The results are from the NOAA EPP/MSI CSC NERTO graduate internship project that was conducted with NOAA mentor\, Dr. Michael Jacox of NOAA SWFSC Environmental Research Division\, and NOAA collaborator Dr. Michael Alexander of NOAA Atmosphere Ocean Processes and Predictability (AOPP) Division. The NERTO aligns NOAA CSCCESSRST-II’s goal of to understand and predict changes in climate and weather. The NERTO project deepened the intern’s understanding of remote sensing technology\, big data computing\, and participation in NOAA mission-aligned activities through extensive collaborations with NOAA employees.
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/noaa-seminar-series-historical-data-reconstruction-for-the-california-coastal-currents-using-3d-empirical-orthogonal-functions-and-multivariate-regression/
CATEGORIES:NOAA Seminar Series,Seminar Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies (CESSRST)":MAILTO:cessrst@ccny.cuny.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T154500
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20241021T143731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T143731Z
UID:5246-1729782900-1729784700@www.cessrst.org
SUMMARY:NOAA Seminar Series: Identifying local and synoptic-scale meteorological and land cover conditions favorable for the occurrence of large fires in California
DESCRIPTION:Title: Identifying local and synoptic-scale meteorological and land cover conditions favorable for the occurrence of large fires in California\n \nPresenter(s):  E’lysha Guerrero \nDate: 24 October 2024 3:15 pm – 3:45 pm ET\n \nRemote Access: Google Meet joining info \nVideo call link: https://meet.google.com/dft-obqy-fhb \nOr dial: (US) +1 650-535-0909PIN: 928 542 289#  \nMore phone numbers: https://tel.meet/dft-obqy-fhb?pin=5001908281383 \nAbout Speaker: E’lysha Guerrero\, \nAbstract: Whilst global warming projections lead to continuous warming trends and California wildfire activity is expected to increase\, the state of wildfire predictions will need to be enhanced to keep up with the ever-changing climate conditions. This research project aims to characterize meteorological and land conditions related to large wildfires in California and identify their connection to predictable climate patterns\, potentially enhancing future wildfire predictions. We utilize historical wildfire perimeter data (2000 “2022) and apply the K-means Clustering Algorithm on localized meteorological variables to group wildfires based on similar conditions. Larger-scale synoptic meteorology is analyzed to identify potential predictors for future wildfire occurrences. The research questions addressed during the NERTO are: (a) What are the local regional and seasonal characteristics of California’s historically larger wildfires from 2000 – 2022? and (b) What are the typical large-scale circulation patterns associated with each California clustered group?The value of this research lies in its contribution to NOAA’s mission to understand and predict climate and weather changes\, specifically through advancing wildfire prediction capabilities. The insights gained can improve both prediction models and wildfire management strategies\, supporting NOAA’s broader goal of mitigating the impacts of extreme weather and natural hazards. Additionally\, the use of machine learning techniques\, like K-means clustering\, fosters innovation in predictive skills\, aligning with the NOAA Physical Sciences Laboratory’s mission to develop new knowledge and tools for forecasting extreme events such as wildfires. The results are from the NOAA EPP/MSI CSC NERTO graduate internship project that was conducted with NOAA mentor Dr. Andrew Hoell\, Dr. Rochelle Worsnop\, and Dr. Melissa Breeden of NOAA Physical Sciences Laboratory\, Boulder\, CO. The NERTO aligns with NOAA CSC CESSRST-II’s goal to understand and predict changes in climate and weather. The NERTO project deepened the intern’s understanding and increased the research skill sets of data acquisition\, preprocessing\, analyses\, and validation techniques required for earth system science research.
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/noaa-seminar-series-identifying-local-and-synoptic-scale-meteorological-and-land-cover-conditions-favorable-for-the-occurrence-of-large-fires-in-california/
CATEGORIES:NOAA Seminar Series,Seminar Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies (CESSRST)":MAILTO:cessrst@ccny.cuny.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20241021T152307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T152323Z
UID:5249-1729863000-1729864800@www.cessrst.org
SUMMARY:NOAA Seminar Series: Remote sensing of extreme weather events on CDOM in Long Island Sound
DESCRIPTION:Title: Remote sensing of extreme weather events on CDOM in Long Island Sound \n \nPresenter(s):  Charlotte Rhoads \nDate: 25 October 2024 1:30 pm – 2:00 pm ET\n \nRemote Access: Google Meet joining info \nVideo call link: https://meet.google.com/gnq-msir-wvj  \nOr dial: (US) +1 267-553-4621 PIN: 434 202 737#  \nMore phone numbers: https://tel.meet/gnq-msir-wvj?pin=9872489736362\n \nAbout Speaker: Charlotte Rhoads \nAbstract: Coastal areas are critical in global carbon cycling\, particularly as climate change alters carbon fluxes through rising temperatures\, shifting precipitation patterns\, and sea-level rise. These changes affect microbial activity\, carbon remineralization\, and transportation pathways\, influencing the fate of carbon in coastal environments. Dissolved organic matter (DOM)\, sourced from land and sea\, regulates ecosystem functioning\, while colored dissolved organic matter (CDOM) acts as an optical proxy for tracking DOM dynamics. Extreme weather events modify DOM quantity and quality\, impacting harmful algal blooms (HABs). In Long Island Sound (LIS)\, a eutrophic estuary\, high-resolution satellite remote sensing\, and regionally optimized algorithms enable monitoring of DOM and its response to extreme precipitation events. By analyzing CDOM’s optical properties\, such as aCDOM(300)\,DOC\, S275″295\, and SR\, changes in DOM can be linked to carbon cycling and water quality. Increased DOM flux during heavy rains drives dinoflagellate blooms\, posing threats to water quality and aquaculture. Identifying CDOM optical signatures of harmful dinoflagellates like Prorocentrumcordatum and Margalefidinium polykrikoides may allow for monitoring via remote sensing. The results are from the NOAA EPP/MSI CSC NERTO graduate internship project that was conducted with NOAA mentors Veronica Lance and Jonathan Sherman of NESDIS and Gary Wilkfors and Lisa Guy of NOAA Fisheries. The NERTO aligns with NOAACSC CESSRST-II’s goal of providing actionable remote sensing-based research to stakeholders. The NERTO deepened the intern’s understanding of NOAA’s mission of managing and protecting coastal ecosystems and resources.
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/noaa-seminar-series-remote-sensing-of-extreme-weather-events-on-cdom-in-long-island-sound/
CATEGORIES:NOAA Seminar Series,Seminar Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies (CESSRST)":MAILTO:cessrst@ccny.cuny.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T140000
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UID:5282-1730205000-1730210400@www.cessrst.org
SUMMARY:Seminar on Nature of Satellite Retrievals & Data Assimilation in NOAA's Rapid Refresh Systems
DESCRIPTION:The Global Systems Laboratory (GSL) is one of ten NOAA Research Laboratories and is located in Boulder\, Colorado. Our research improves environmental prediction models\, develops state-of-the-science decision support tools\, visualization systems\, and uses high-performance computing technology to support a Weather-Ready Nation. \nDr. Dave Turner\, GSL Senior Scientist\nIll-posed Nature of Satellite Retrievals \nFor most remote sensors\, what we observe is not what we desire. For example\, we observe the spectral radiance\, but what we really desire are thermodynamic profiles. Retrieval algorithms are used to convert what we observe into what we desire\, but frequently additional information needs to be included in the process to constrain the solution. This seminar provides an overview of retrievals\, demonstrating the iterative approach often used\, the ill-posed nature of the problem\, how additional observations can improve the solution\, and more. \nDr. Amanda Back\, GSL Data Assimilation Scientist\nData Assimilation in NOAA’s Rapid Refresh Systems \nWe describe the problem of initializing weather forecast systems from sparse observations and lay out the theory behind some popular solutions: variational\, ensemble\, and hybrid data assimilation. Examples from NOAA’s storm scale weather analysis and prediction systems\, the operational High Resolution Rapid Refresh and next-generation Rapid Refresh Forecast System\, are illustrated. \nDate: October 29\, 2024 \nTime: 12:30pm \nLocation: Steinman Exhibit Room (T-124)\, Grove School of Engineering \nFor Virtual Participants \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://ccny.zoom.us/j/84447646455?pwd=V6ivIgIuOaV7VBmmXPvEuvMaAcVIPD.1\n\nMeeting ID: 844 4764 6455\nPasscode: 730751
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/seminar-on-nature-of-satellite-retrievals-data-assimilation-in-noaas-rapid-refresh-systems/
LOCATION:City College of New York\, 160 Convent Avenue\, New York\, 10031
CATEGORIES:Seminar Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20240910T142016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T133425Z
UID:5157-1731585600-1731589200@www.cessrst.org
SUMMARY:Climate Seminar Series: The Expanding Reach of Ocean Acidification
DESCRIPTION:Download Flyer \nView details \nEvent: NOAA EPP/MSI CSC Climate Change Seminar Series \nTitle:  THE EXPANDING REACH OF OCEAN ACIDIFICATION \nPresenter: Andrea Fassbender\,  OAR Pacific  Marine Environment Lab (Hosted by CCME) \nDate: November 14\, 2024 \nTime: 12:00pm-1:00 PM \nRegister: Click here to register \n After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email with details to join the event \n About the Seminar Series. \nJoin NOAA’s EPP/MSI Cooperative Science Centers for this lecture series featuring scientists from NOAA Fisheries and NOAA Research. These monthly seminars will be hosted by the lead institution\, virtually or hybrid throughout the 2025-2025 academic year.  For more information\, please visit\, https://research.noaa.gov/noaa-csc-24-25/ \n 
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/climate-change-seminar-series-the-expanding-reach-of-ocean-acidification/
CATEGORIES:NOAA Seminar Series,Seminar Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20241111T143044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T143118Z
UID:5678-1731672000-1731675600@www.cessrst.org
SUMMARY:Social Science Community of Practice Meeting  (CoP)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]CESSRT-II Social Science Meeting:  Student Cohort Community of Practice Meeting \nSocial science community of practice meeting. \nDate:  November 15\, 2024 at 12p\,[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/social-science-community-of-practice-meeting-cop-6/
CATEGORIES:Informational Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20241105T213016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T213332Z
UID:5290-1732192200-1732197600@www.cessrst.org
SUMMARY:Seminar on Integration of Vantage Points\, Programs\, and Approaches for Space-Based Earth Remote Sensing
DESCRIPTION:Integration of Vantage Points\, Programs\, and Approaches for Space-Based Earth Remote Sensing \nDownload Seminar Flyer \nDate/Time: November 21\, 2024 at 12:30pm \nLocation: Steinman Exhibit Room ST-124 \nVirtual Link: ZOOM \n Presenter:  Jack A. Kaye\, \nBio:  Jack is the Associate Director for Research of Earth Science Division at NASA HQ Science Mission Directorate \nAbstract: \nThe vantage point of space provides a way to look at the Earth globally\, with the ability to observe Earth’s interacting components (air\, water\, land\, ice) and both naturally-occurring and human-induced processes.  It lets us look at variability on a broad range of spatial and temporal scales\, and\, given the decades of accomplishment\, has allowed us to characterize and document Earth System variability on time scales from minutes to decades.  The size and complexity of the Earth mean that no one nation\, program\, vantage point\, or observing technique can make all the needed observations to understand Earth’s recent evolution and provide needed information to support prediction about its future evolution. Integration across vantage points (space\, airborne\, surface) is important given their complementary nature (as well as supporting calibration and validation activities for current and future missions)\, as is that across programs (national\, government/commercial)\, and approaches (e.g.\, active\, passive).  In this talk\, a review of how NASA’s Earth Science Division integrates across vantage points\, observing programs\, and observing approaches will be presented\, with recent examples provided.
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/seminar-on-integration-of-vantage-points-programs-and-approaches-for-space-based-earth-remote-sensing/
LOCATION:City College of New York\, 160 Convent Avenue\, New York\, 10031
CATEGORIES:Seminar Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20240910T142253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T133411Z
UID:5159-1733400000-1733403600@www.cessrst.org
SUMMARY:Climate Seminar Series: An overview of the Tropospheric Ozone Pollution Project
DESCRIPTION:Download Flyer \nView details \nEvent: NOAA EPP/MSI CSC Climate Change Seminar Series \nTitle: AN OVERVIEW OF THE TROPOSPHERIC OZONE POLLUTION PROJECT – USING BALLOON SONDES TO UNDERSTAND INFLUENCES ON AIR QUALITY \nPresenter: Gary Morris\,  OAR Global Monitoring Lab (Hosted by CESSRST-II) \nDate: December 5\, 2024 \nTime: 12:00pm-1:00 PM \nRegister: Click here to register \n After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email with details to join the event \n About the Seminar Series. \nJoin NOAA’s EPP/MSI Cooperative Science Centers for this lecture series featuring scientists from NOAA Fisheries and NOAA Research. These monthly seminars will be hosted by the lead institution\, virtually or hybrid throughout the 2025-2025 academic year.  For more information\, please visit\, https://research.noaa.gov/noaa-csc-24-25/ \n 
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/climate-change-seminar-series-an-overview-of-the-tropospheric-ozone-pollution-project/
CATEGORIES:NOAA Seminar Series,Seminar Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131134
CREATED:20250102T195039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T185428Z
UID:5393-1736519400-1736526600@www.cessrst.org
SUMMARY:Top 10 Tools for Better Academic Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Workshop on Top 10 Tools for Better Academic Writing Workshop \nPresenter: Dr. Luisa Feliciano Cruiz \nPlease register to attend the upcoming workshop (Zoom Registration Link: https://ccny.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcuc-2qqjIuHtX6ywfdCLTC__imrw_06Z1_). \n Also\, you can access some and later workshop materials from the Academic Writing Series (enrollment is needed) course set up on the Center’s Moodle Learning Management Platform. See you soon! \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://www.cessrst.org/event/top-10-tools-for-better-academic-writing-workshop/
LOCATION:City College of New York\, 160 Convent Avenue\, New York\, 10031
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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