NOAA Science Seminar Series
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Title: | Pacific Northwest Drought Early Warning System Drought & Climate Outlook Webinar |
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Presenter(s): | Zachary Hoylman, Montana Climate Office/University of Montana; Andrea Bair, NWS Western Region; David Hoekema, Idaho Water Resources Department; Karin Bumbaco, Office of the Washington State Climatologist/University of Washington; Larry O'Neill, Oregon Climate Office/Oregon State University |
Date & Time: | 19 December 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Pacific Northwest Drought Early Warning System Drought & Climate Outlook Webinar Presenter(s): Climate Recap & Current Conditions Zachary Hoylman | Montana Climate Office/University of Montana Seasonal Conditions & Climate Outlook Andrea Bair | NWS Western Region State Specific Conditions and Outlook Highlights As We Head Into Winter David Hoekema | Idaho Water Resources Department Karin Bumbaco | Office of the Washington State Climatologist/University of Washington Larry O'Neill | Oregon Climate Office/Oregon State University Seminar Contact(s): Britt Parker (britt.parker@noaa.gov) Abstract: According to the November 29, 2022 U.S. Drought Monitor, 60.5% of the Pacific Northwest Drought Early Warning System (DEWS) is in drought. In general, we've been stuck in status quo so far this water year, which began with 62.5% of the region in drought as of October 1. This webinar will provide more information on the current regional conditions and outlooks, as well as additional presentations on state specific conditions and outlook highlights as we head into winter. These webinars provide the region's stakeholders and interested parties with timely information on current and developing drought conditions, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. Speakers will also discuss the impacts of these conditions on things such as wildfires, floods, disruption to water supply and ecosystems, as well as impacts to affected industries like agriculture, tourism, and public health. Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1408321987753140749 ![]() Recordings: Yes, you can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | December 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing |
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Presenter(s): | Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy |
Date & Time: | 16 December 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: December 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing Presenter(s): Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contacts: Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/december-2022-climate-outlook/ ![]() Abstract: We will review recent and current climate conditions around Alaska, discuss forecast tools, and finish up with the Climate Prediction Center's forecast for January 2023 and the winter. Join the gathering online to learn what's happened and what may be in store with Alaska's seasonal climate. Bio(s): Rick Thoman is an expert in Alaska climate and weather. He produces reliable Alaska climate change information and graphics describing Alaska's changing environment. His work spans the bridge between climate modeling, Alaska communities and media. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook |
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Presenter(s): | Justin Glisan, Iowa State Climatologist |
Date & Time: | 15 December 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook Presenter(s): Justin Glisan, Iowa State Climatologist Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, USDA Midwest Climate Hub, National Drought Mitigation Center, American Association of State Climatologists, National Weather Service Seminar Contacts: Doug Kluck (doug.kluck@noaa.gov) or Molly Woloszyn (Molly.Woloszyn@noaa.gov) Abstract: The focus area for this webinar series is the North Central region of the U.S. (from the Rockies to the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley). These free monthly webinars provide and interpret timely information on current climate and drought conditions, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. December 2022 topics include continuing drought challenges and impacts both short and long term; major river system updates; wildfire potential outlooks/updates/impacts; recent and potential major climate/weather impacts; La Nia for the third winter in a row what does it mean for this region; various conditions (soils, river, reservoirs, snow accumulations); and temperature/Precipitation Outlooks for the next month and season. Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2871399225061558288 ![]() Recordings: You can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Integrating climate impacts on stock dynamics into a groundfish stock assessment |
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Presenter(s): | Amanda Hart, Gulf of Maine Research Institute |
Date & Time: | 15 December 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Integrating climate impacts on stock dynamics into a groundfish stock assessment Presenter(s): Amanda Hart, Gulf of Maine Research Institute Sponsor(s): U.S. Northeast Climate-Fisheries Seminar Series; coordinator is Vincent.Saba@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://meet.google.com/paw-jhrb-nzr ![]() Abstract: TBD Bio(s): TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the OneNOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. |
Title: | NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Management Effectiveness Framework |
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Presenter(s): | Kayla Williams, 2022 Knauss Fellow, NOAA / Office of National Marine Sanctuaries, ONMS; Moderated by Carina Fish |
Date & Time: | 15 December 2022
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar ONLY |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries (ONMS) Management Effectiveness Framework (2022 Knauss Fellows' Lunch & Learn Series)NOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Kayla Williams, 2022 Knauss Fellow, NOAA / Office of National Marine Sanctuaries (ONMS); moderated by Elsa Gutierrez, 2022 Knauss Fellow, Office of Marine and Aviation Operations, NOAA Sponsor(s): Sea Grant; NOAA Central Library Seminar Contacts: NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: Management effectiveness for marine protected areas (MPAs) can be described as an assessment of how well they are achieving the conservation goals and objectives of the protected area. As countries work toward national and global area-based conservation targets, it is crucial that MPA performance be communicated to stakeholders. To meet this need, the National Marine Protected Areas Center is developing written guidance to communicate to stakeholders how the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries (ONMS) is and can better address and communicate management effectiveness across the system.Keywords: Knauss, Management Effectiveness, Sanctuaries Bio(s): Kayla received a Master's degree in Marine Affairs from the University of Rhode Island in 2021. Her graduate thesis focused on qualitative measures for measuring the effectiveness of sanctuaries in managing ocean noise impacts on marine mammals. As a Knauss Fellow, her work on management effectiveness has broadened to focus on sanctuary management effectiveness on a wider scale. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Drought Dashboard for Massachusetts |
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Presenter(s): | Samantha Borisoff, Climatologist with the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell University; and Viki Zoltay, MA/DCR/Office of Water Resources |
Date & Time: | 15 December 2022
9:30 am - 10:30 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Drought Dashboard for Massachusetts Sponsor(s): NOAA's Eastern Region Climate Services Webinar Series Presenter(s): Samantha Borisoff, Climatologist with the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell University; and Viki Zoltay, MA/DCR/Office of Water Resources Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service/National Centers for Environmental Information/Regional Climate Services. Seminar Contact(s): Ellen Mecray Remote Access: Please register here ![]() Abstract: The webinar will feature a recap of December conditions and Viki Zoltay will brief on the Massachusetts Drought Dashboard. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: If interested in obtaining a PDF of the slides and/or the recording, see the Northeast Regional Climate Center ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Advancing Nature-Based Solutions for Coastal Resilience |
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Presenter(s): | Lauren Long and Tashya Allen, NOAA Office for Coastal Management's Learning Services Division |
Date & Time: | 14 December 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Advancing Nature-Based Solutions for Coastal Resilience Presenter(s): Lauren Long and Tashya Allen, NOAA OCM Learning Services Division Sponsor(s): Coral Reef Conservation Program Seminar Contacts: Lauren Long (lauren.long@noaa.gov) and Tashya Allen (tashya.allen@noaa.gov), NOAA OCM LSD Remote Access: 1. To join the meeting: http://noaacsc.adobeconnect.com/coralscollab/ ![]() 2. Click the microphone at the top of the screen to connect audio. Accessibility: Close captioning provided. Abstract: Join us to learn about NOAA's Digital Coast Academy resources to help you work with partners to better understand and communicate coastal hazard risks and nature-based solutions. NOAA's Office for Coastal Management will share learning resources to:
Bio(s): Lauren Long is an Environment Scientist and Pacific Learning Services Coordinator for NOAA's Office for Coastal Management (OCM). She sits in Honolulu, Hawaii working with Pacific partners on their learning interests, connecting them with OCM resources, and bringing needs back to the national office to inform product development and delivery. Lauren also supports OCM's national nature-based solutions portfolio of learning products and services. Tashya Allen is the Southeast and Caribbean Learning Services Coordinator with NOAA's Office for Coastal Management (OCM). She's spent the last 20 years working with communities to help build their capacity to assess risks and vulnerabilities and develop nature-based strategies to reduce coastal hazard impacts. Her current efforts focus on providing technical assistance to Southeast and Caribbean partners on OCM products and services related to community resilience. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: The presentation will be made available following the seminar. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Building Resiliency in Tribal Fishing Communities: Using Indigenous Aquaculture Techniques to Enhance Clam Production |
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Presenter(s): | Courtney Greiner, Marine Ecologist, Swinomish Indian Tribal Community; Joe Williams, Shellfish Community Liaison, Swinomish Indian Tribal Community |
Date & Time: | 14 December 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Building Resiliency in Tribal Fishing Communities: Using Indigenous Aquaculture Techniques to Enhance Clam Production Sponsor(s): NOAA's Eastern Region Climate Services Webinar Series Presenter(s): Courtney Greiner, Marine Ecologist, Swinomish Indian Tribal Community Joe Williams, Shellfish Community Liaison, Swinomish Indian Tribal Community Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of Aquaculture Seminar Contact(s): Alex Horn (alexis.horn@noaa.gov) Remote Access: WebEx Meeting Link" https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?RGID=rb5bb57713e9dbac7047e4d915753afd0 ![]() Password: wG2S3Kgpvm7 (94273547 from phones) Abstract: Clam gardens are intertidal features modified by Northwest Coastal Indigenous people to enhance clam habitat for optimal shellfish production. The Swinomish Indian Tribal Community (SITC) recently initiated a clam garden project to address declining clam populations and community concerns regarding climate change and ocean acidification. This effort will integrate traditional ecological knowledge into contemporary resource management and climate adaptation strategies, encourage local food security and sovereignty, and promote sustainable seafood production. SITC's Fisheries Department and Community Environmental Health Program have co-designed a social-ecological site selection process focused on community participation to promote the long-term success of the project. This presentation will discuss clam gardening and SITC's work to revive the ancient practice into modern day use. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Baltic sea ecosystem changes over the last 100 years |
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Presenter(s): | Maciej T. Tomczak, SLU Aqua, Swedish Univ. of Agricultural Sciences |
Date & Time: | 13 December 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Baltic sea ecosystem changes over the last 100 years Presenter(s): Maciej T. Tomczak (SLU Aqua, Swedish Univ. of Agricultural Sciences) Sponsor(s): NOAA's Alaska Fisheries Science Center Ground fish Seminar SeriesSeminar Contact: Liz.Dawson@noaa.gov and Mark. ![]() Remote Access: Join by computer at: https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m161d8630abba4e363a98635052f62a1f ![]() Accessibility: Seminars will be close captioned by Friends Interpreting Services, LLC. Abstract: The occurrence of regime shifts in marine ecosystems has important implications for environmental legislation that requires setting reference levels and targets of quantitative restoration outcomes. The Baltic Sea ecosystem has undergone large changes in the 20th century related to anthropogenic pressures and climate variability, which have caused ecosystem reorganisation. Here, we compiled and analysed historical information across biotic and abiotic variables from 1925 to 2005 in the Central Baltic Sea. Our analysis shows that for the entire time period, productivity, climate, and hydrography mainly affected the functioning of the food web, whereas fishing became important more recently. Bio(s): Dr. Maciej Tomczak receivedhis Ph.D. in Gdansk University, Institute of Oceanology, Poland. Dr. Tomczakworked at DTU-Aqua Denmark, Baltic NEST Institute at Stockholm University andis currently employed at the Institute of Aquatic Resources at SwedishAgriculture University. Dr. Tomczak's research focuses on food-web analysismodelling with a special focus on the Baltic Sea and fisheriesmanagement-related questions. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: More information and seminar recordings can be found at: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/alaska/outreach-and-education/2022-alaska-fisheries-science-center-groundfish-seminar-series Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Adjoint sensitivity analysis of the sources of a large surface salinity anomaly in the Gulf of Maine |
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Presenter(s): | Julia Levin, Rutgers University |
Date & Time: | 13 December 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Adjoint sensitivity analysis of the sources of a large surface salinity anomaly in the Gulf of Maine Presenter(s): Julia Levin (Rutgers University) Sponsor(s): NOAA Coastal Ocean Modeling Seminars: https://coastaloceanmodels.noaa.gov/seminar/ Seminar contact: Alexander.Kurapov@noaa.gov Remote Access: Connect with Google Meet meet.google.com/kti-ktaw-nes ![]() Phone Numbers (US) +1 414-856-5982 PIN: 248 179# Abstract: An unusually large positive salinity anomaly was observed across the eastern Gulf of Maine in winter 2017-2018. Buoy measurements in eastern Gulf found this anomaly extended down to at least 100 m, the deepest mixing observed in the past 19 years. Similarly, this is the strongest positive regional salt anomaly ever observed in sea surface salinity (SSS) satellite observations. To determine the source waters driving this event and to diagnose the relative importance of forcing processes, passive tracer adjoint sensitivity experiments are performed using a data assimilating version of the Regional Ocean Modeling System. Modeled upper ocean density and vertical diffusivity from 2007-2021 both show a maximum in January 2018. Winter 2017-2018 is the only period where the enhanced winter mixing extends below 100 m. The adjoint sensitivity analysis suggests that the major factor driving the extreme positive satellite-observed SSS anomaly is a decrease in Scotian Shelf freshwater transport to the Gulf which results in an early winter upper water column salinity surplus. This salinity change weakens the normally haline-controlled vertical stratification across the eastern Gulf which leads to an anomalous vertical entrainment of saltier subsurface Gulf water. Other factors, including a modest increase in wind-forced slope water transport, and positive fall 2017 salinity anomalies on the Scotian Shelf and Slope Sea, appear to play lesser roles in the observed salinification. The adjoint sensitivity analysis demonstrates its utility for back tracing transport pathways for periods of several months. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA CoastWatch: Marine Heatwaves in the Chesapeake Bay |
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Presenter(s): | Rachel Wegener, UMD |
Date & Time: | 8 December 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Observing Spatial Variability of Marine Heatwaves in the Chesapeake Bay Presenter(s): Rachel Wegener, University of Maryland In this work we use satellite SST over a 19 year period to look for spatial patterns and temporal trends in marine heatwaves in the estuarine environment of the Chesapeake Bay. We consider two satellite products, NOAA Geopolar and NASA MUR, and look at a variety of marine heatwave statistics. Remote Access: Google Meet link: https://meet.google.com/uco-uboz-cmk ![]() Sponsor(s): NOAA CoastWatch (STAR) Seminar Contact(s): Victoria.Wegman@noaa.gov Slides, Recordings Other Materials: available 24-48 hours following the seminar at this link: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars.php Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.php |
Title: | Tracing the carbon cycle in kelp forest ecosystems with 13C |
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Presenter(s): | Brooke Weigel, PhD; Postdoctoral Researcher University of Washington |
Date & Time: | 8 December 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Tracing the carbon cycle in kelp forest ecosystems with 13C Presenter(s): Brooke Weigel, PhD; Postdoctoral Researcher University of Washington Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS.NWFSC's Virtual Monster Jam; https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/nwfsc-monster-seminar-jam Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: JOIN WEBEX MEETING https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m62bee8403f564b780ee336ea913890c1 ![]() Meeting number (access code): 2763 830 3906 Meeting password: c63Kb7umFJ2 JOIN BY PHONE +1-415-527-5035 US Toll Global call-in numbers https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/globalcallin.php?MTID=m47f3c4812bd5a86fddec9d8af24ec6b8 ![]() JOIN FROM A VIDEO SYSTEM OR APPLICATION Dial sip:27638303906@noaanmfs-meets.webex.com You can also dial 207.182.190.20 and enter your meeting number. Can't join the meeting? https://collaborationhelp.cisco.com/article/WBX000029055 ![]() Seminars are public meetings, and these may be recorded if the speaker has agreed to do so. If you missed a current seminar and would like to check if a recording is available, please contact Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Abstract: Canopy-forming kelps are foundational species in coastal ecosystems, fixing tremendous amounts of carbon, and are thought to contribute significantly to carbon sequestration at a global scale. Algae, including kelps, release some of their photosynthetic products as dissolved organic carbon (DOC) into the seawater. Studies have estimated that ~50% of kelp forest carbon sequestration occurs through the export of DOC, yet we know little about the magnitude and determinants of DOC release in kelp forest ecosystems. Using enriched 13C isotopes as a tool to trace carbon cycling by bull kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana), this research sheds light on the production and fate of kelp-derived carbon in nearshore ecosystems. BIO |
Title: | Mosquito Vector Borne Diseases |
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Presenter(s): | Karen Holcomb, CDC and Trevor Riley, NOAA Central Library |
Date & Time: | 8 December 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Mosquito Vector Borne DiseasesNOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Dr. Karen Holcomb, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Trevor Riley, Head of Public Services, NOAA Central Library Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library Seminar Contacts: NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2549933918193091085 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: Diseases caused by mosquitoes have rapidly increased in the US. For these diseases, climate plays a critical role in the ecology and transmission of the pathogen. This presentation will review the Dr. Holcomb and Mr. Riley's collaborative efforts to gather the current evidence on the use of climate and weather data in predicting cases of vector-borne diseases. They will review the various aspects of the project including an overview of the topic, project scoping, searching, and the use of a machine learning tool to assist in literature screening. Keywords: Mosquito, Weather, Library Bio(s): Dr. Karen Holcomb recently completed her training as the Climate and Health postdoc with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As the postdoc, her research focused on integrating climate data to improve predictions of vector-borne diseases. She is now a Biologist at the CDC's Division of Vector-Borne Diseases and will focus on prediction and control of bacterial vector-borne pathogens. Trevor Riley is the Head of Public Services at NOAA Central Library and leads the library's Research Services, which he established in 2017. Trevor has integrated best practices in evidence synthesis into the service's processes and continues to explore and develop literature search methodologies in an effort to provide NOAA researchers, analysts, and decision-makers with the best available science. Trevor is currently collaborating on the first NOAA-led Evidence Map, which is on the topic of Bature-based Solutions (NbS). He is also currently leading the development of the R package, CiteSource, to give researchers the ability to analyze the impact and utility of research sources and methodologies. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | The Passive House Network: a building methodology for drastically reducing energy use and climate warming emissions in the built environment |
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Presenter(s): | Ken Levenson, The Passive House Network |
Date & Time: | 7 December 2022
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The Passive House Network: a building methodology for drastically reducing energy use and climate warming emissions in the built environment Presenter(s): Ken Levenson, Executive Director of The Passive House Network Sponsor(s): Consortium for Climate Risk in the Urban Northeast ![]() Seminar Contact(s): Nikki Pearl, np868@drexel.edu Remote Access: Registration link: https://ccrun.us14.list-manage.com/track/click u=0a91fc50a732f70453c95cc23&id=388b8c9483&e=0c38152487 ![]() Abstract: Join us as we welcome Ken Levenson, Executive Director of The Passive House Network, to present on their dedication to sustainable building development and reduction of energy use and climate warming emissions in the build environment! Bio(s): Passive House is the world's most rigorous building energy efficiency standard. What makes it different from other sustainable building approaches is that Passive House focuses on occupant comfort and health as drivers of energy efficiency, and other benefits such as resiliency, healthy indoor air, and reduced carbon emissions. This talk will describe the 5 principles of Passive House and how it can be used to drastically lower energy use in buildings, as well as create a comfortable, healthy indoor environment for those inside. It will demonstrate that the Passive House standard can be used for any type and size of building project - including renovations - from single buildings to entire urban districts.All sessions are recorded and archived on the CCRUN website ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Sample Once, Use Many Times: The Index to Marine and Lacustrine Geological Samples |
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Presenter(s): | Clint Edrington, Marine Geology Data Manager, NOAA, Alex Hangsterfer, Geological Collections Manager, Scripps |
Date & Time: | 7 December 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Sample Once, Use Many Times: The Index to Marine and Lacustrine Geological Samples Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping Seminar Series Presenter(s): Speaker 1 - Clint Edrington, Marine Geology Data Manager at Northern Gulf Institute / NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, Marine Geology and Geophysics, Stennis Space Center, MS Gulf Coast. Speaker 2 - Alex Hangsterfer, Geological Collections Manager at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, La Jolla, CA Sponsor(s): IOCM OCS NOAA Seminar Contact(s): amber.butler@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8788350688026332941 ![]() Accessibility: Please contact amber.butler@noaa.gov for accessibility requests by November 30th. Abstract: Geological samples collected from marine and lacustrine environments have had an immense impact on the advancement of earth science over the past decades, with a myriad of applications ranging from paleoclimate to geohazards to benthic habitat mapping. That said, geological data collected from such operationally difficult environments have high acquisition and long-term curation costs, which can be prohibitive to most researchers. A large group of geological sample repositories made up of U.S. and international academic institutions and government agencies recognize the responsibility to sample once, use many times (to borrow a phrase from the mapping community) and so partner with NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI) to organize the Index to Marine and Lacustrine Geological Samples (IMLGS). The IMLGS is a community designed and maintained resource that enables researchers to discover and access (i) the digital data gleaned from seabed and lakebed geological samples as well as (ii) the actual physical samples archived at partner institutions. This talk will give a broad overview of the workings of the IMLGS, including sample collection, curation, and access at partner repositories as well as the digital data ingest pipeline and discovery and access pieces managed at NCEI. Bio(s): Clint Edrington works as the Marine Geology Data Manager for NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI). Working with colleagues and partners, his primary focus now is updating and modernizing the Index to Marine and Lacustrine Geological Samples (IMLGS). In the not-too-far-off future, he and NCEI colleagues hope to provide additional data discovery and access tools for marine and lacustrine geological and geotechnical data that fall outside the scope of the IMLGS (i.e., non-curated geological sample data). The aspiration of NCEI Marine Geology is to provide a one-stop-shop for all marine and lacustrine geological data, so that scientists, engineers, and others can use and re-use these data to further the advancement of earth science. Clint obtained his PhD in Oceanography from Louisiana State University in 2013, focusing on the evolutionary history (Holocene) of the Mississippi River Delta. He received a MS in Geology in 2008 also from Louisiana State University and a BS in Geophysics in 2005 from the University of New Orleans. Alexandra Hangsterfer is the Geological Collections Manager at Scripps Institution of Oceanography in La Jolla, CA. The Geological Collections holds about 7,500 deep ocean cores, more than 3,500 deep sea dredges, and approximately 40,000 slides of marine microfossils in the main rock and core collections, and about 10,000 samples of rocks and fossils in the teaching collection. Along with managing the physical sample collections, Alex manages the collections databases and websites; operates the X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) facility; participates in dozens of outreach events annually, both in-person and remotely and goes out to sea on research vessels to facilitate the collection of ocean sediments and rocks. Alex obtained her Master's degree in Oceanography from Scripps in 2009. She studied methane hydrates and has worked with cores from the collection she now manages since 2005. Before coming to Scripps, Alex worked at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution in Woods Hole, MA. She received her BS with a double major in Environmental Chemistry and Biology from Roger Williams University in Bristol, RI. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Email iwgocm.staff@noaa.gov for summary materials, contact information, and access to the recording. Recordings: Email iwgocm.staff@noaa.gov for access to the recording. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Climate Science in Alaska; The Present North Pacific Atmosphere-Ocean System and The Societal Impacts of A Changing Climate |
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Presenter(s): | Nicholas Bond, Ph. D, WA State Climatologist; Elizabeth A. Logerwell, Ph.D, NOAA AFSC |
Date & Time: | 7 December 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Climate Science in Alaska; The Present North Pacific Atmosphere-Ocean System and The Societal Impacts of A Changing Climate. Presenter(s): Nicholas Bond, Ph. D., WA State Climatologist; Elizabeth A. Logerwell, Ph.D., NOAA AFSC Sponsor(s): This seminar is part of NOAA's EcoFOCI bi-annual seminar series focused on the ecosystems of the North Pacific Ocean, Bering Sea and U.S. Arctic to improve understanding of ecosystem dynamics and applications of that understanding to the management of living marine resources. Since Oct 21, 1986, the seminar has provided an opportunity for research scientists and practitioners to meet, present, develop their ideas and provoke conversations on subjects pertaining to fisheries-oceanography or regional issues in Alaska's marine ecosystems, including the US Arctic. Visit the EcoFOCI webpage for more information, http://www.ecofoci.noaa.gov/. Seminar Contact(s): EcoFOCI Research Physical Scientist Emily Lemagie (emily.lemagie@noaa.gov) and EcoFOCI Zooplankton Ecologist Deana Crouser (deana.crouser@noaa.gov). Remote Access: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/891851101 ![]() You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (872) 240-3311 Access Code: 891-851-101 Accessibility: Abstract: Two presentations will take a reflective look at climate science in Alaska with a review of the present North Pacific atmosphere-ocean system in a historical context followed by a discussion on the emphasis by the Alaska Chapter of the NCA5 on the societal impacts of climate change for Alaska with illustrative examples. Gather information about the mechanisms associated with water temperature transitions around Alaska compared to previous major changes in the regional climate and near surface temperatures. Then, hear about a combination of physical and ecological effects of climate change, which has far-reaching consequences for people statewide. Bio(s): Nicholas Bond is the Washington State Climatologist. Most of his work has been with FOCI and has focused on variability in climate and atmospheric forcing of the Bering Sea, and topographical effects on coastal winds in Alaska. Libby Logerwell is a Supervisory Research Fishery Biologist at the Alaska Fisheries Science Center. She is active in the promotion of Ecosystem-Based Management nationally and internationally through her involvement with the Arctic Council, the North Pacific Marine Science Organization (PICES) and the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES). Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Presentation slides may be requested directly from the speaker. This presentation may be recorded and if so, available on the NOAA PMEL YouTube Channel ![]() Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Informing Florida’s Human Health and Coastal Tourism with NOAA Data |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Antarpreet Jutla, Associate Professor, University of Florida |
Date & Time: | 7 December 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Informing Florida's Human Health and Coastal Tourism with NOAA Data Presenter(s): Dr. Antarpreet Jutla ![]() Sponsor(s): The Office of System Architecture and Advanced Planning (OSAAP), and the NESDIS User Engagement Council.Seminar Contact: Vanessa Escobar, (Vanessa.Escobar@noaa.gov), Allison Burrell, (Allison.Burrell@noaa.gov)Location: WebinarRegistration link: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/ekepuyj46qh6/event/event_info.html ![]() Link to join the meeting: (Registration required) https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/ekepuyj46qh6/event/login.html ![]() Abstract: This webinar will describe how he uses NOAA information to generate valuable feedback for NOAA's GeoXO and LEO missions and how his work uses NOAA products and services to improve human health and coastal tourism. This is part of the NESDIS User Engagement speaker series, "Meet the Users."Dr. Jutla's research focuses on water quality, air quality, and the use of ocean color data for coastal health. As a NASA Early Adopter for the PACE Ocean Color mission, he is now working with the OSAAP Value Chain and Traceability Team to develop a value chain that traces the uses and benefits of NOAA mission observations, products, and services. This value chain is being developed as part of Dr. Jutla's role in the NOAA Pathfinder Initiative, where information from LEO and GEO is traced to the impacts of coastal tourism in Florida. Bio(s): Dr. Jutla holds a degree in Agricultural Engineering from Punjab Agricultural University in India, an M.Sc. in Water Resources from the University of Saskatchewan, Canada, and a Ph.D. in Water Resources from Tufts University. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Diversity and phylogeny of Chaetopterus (Annelida: Chaetopteridae) and associated macroinvertebrates in Djibouti |
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Presenter(s): | Shannon Brown, Lab Manager and Research Scientist, Cooperative Institute for Climate, Ocean, and Ecosystem Studies, University of Washington, NOAA's Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory Omics Lab |
Date & Time: | 7 December 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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Title: | Laying the Foundation for Resilient Coastal Communities |
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Presenter(s): | Rich Buzard, UAF Arctic Coastal Geoscience Lab |
Date & Time: | 6 December 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Laying the Foundation for Resilient Coastal Communities Presenter(s): Rich Buzard, UAF Arctic Coastal Geoscience Lab Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contact(s): Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) & Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/coastal-erosion/ ![]() Abstract: The UAF Arctic Coastal Geoscience Lab uses a combination of remote sensing, ground and aerial surveys and citizen science to measure erosion and flooding in several Alaskan villages. During this webinar Rich will describe their work monitoring coastal erosion and laying the foundation for resilience in coastal Alaskan communities. Bio(s): Rich Buzard is interested in low cost, low tech, solutions that can assist coastal communities mitigate and respond to environmental risks. He is pursuing a PhD at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) while working with the UAF Arctic Coastal Geoscience Lab. His work has taken him to many communities in Alaska to install community-based erosion monitoring sites and/or collect unmanned aerial survey data in order to create highly detailed elevation models. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | The Canadian Inshore Lobster Trawl Survey (ILTS) –A lobster focused multi-species trawl survey in the Eastern Gulf of Maine and Bay of Fundy |
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Presenter(s): | Cheryl Denton and Adam Cook, Dept. of Fish. and Oceans, Canada |
Date & Time: | 6 December 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The Canadian Inshore Lobster Trawl Survey (ILTS) "A lobster focused multi-species trawl survey in the Eastern Gulf of Maine and Bay of Fundy Presenter(s): Cheryl Denton and Adam Cook (Dept. of Fish. and Oceans, Canada) Sponsor(s): NOAA's Alaska Fisheries Science Center Ground fish Seminar SeriesSeminar Contact: Liz.Dawson@noaa.gov and Mark. ![]() Remote Access: Join by computer at: https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m161d8630abba4e363a98635052f62a1f ![]() Accessibility: Seminars will be close captioned by Friends Interpreting Services, LLC. Abstract: An annual trawl survey is conducted in Southwestern Nova Scotia and the Bay of Fundy to assess the lobster stocks. The survey is conducted with the NEFSC Center Ecosystem Survey Trawl (NEST), a small mesh trawl with a cod end liner, which ensures the capture of various sizes of lobster. Catch from each tow is separated by species, weighed and counted. Length frequency data is collected on select groundfish and crab species, detailed morphometric data is collected on each lobster. Data resulting from the survey provides a primary indicator of lobster stock status. Bio(s): Cheryl Denton has been working as an Aquatic Science Technician with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans for 25 years, with the majority of her career focused on lobster science. Since 2017, she has been the lead of the Inshore Lobster Trawl Survey.Adam Cook is a Research Scientist with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans and the lead of the Lobster Ecology and Assessment Team. He has lead various finfish and invertebrate stock assessments and is focused on the inclusion of ecosystem data to further develop such stock assessments. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: More information and seminar recordings can be found at: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/alaska/outreach-and-education/2022-alaska-fisheries-science-center-groundfish-seminar-series Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | The Art of the USS Monitor |
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Presenter(s): | Kyra Duffley, Multimedia Production Specialist, The Mariners' Museum and Park |
Date & Time: | 6 December 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
Description: | ExpandNOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Submerged NC: The Art of USS Monitor Presenter(s): Kyra Duffley, Multimedia Production Specialist for The Mariners' Museum and Park Sponsor(s): NOAA, ONMS, Monitor National Marine Sanctuary and the NC Office of State Archaeology Seminar Contact(s): Shannon.Ricles@noaa.gov Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3226675628056438284 ![]() Abstract: Witness the power and drama of USS Monitor's story, the iconic battle, its sinking, and its recovery as told through a selection of artworks from the collection of The Mariners' Museum and Park ![]() Bio(s): Kyra Duffley is the Multimedia Production Specialist for The Mariners' Museum and Park. She and her teammates produce a monthly art historical video series called Beyond the Frame that focuses on exploring the works of art in the museum's collection in an engaging and empowering way. Her team's goal is to break down stigmas surrounding maritime art and to make it accessible and fun for viewers of all ages and backgrounds. Kyra is a Newport News, Virginia transplant from Memphis, Tennessee. She studied Art History at The University of Mississippi during which time she had the opportunity to study art abroad in London, England. She received her B.A. in Art History in 2016. She then went on to manage an art gallery in downtown Charleston, South Carolina where she managed over 50 local and emerging artists. She and her husband moved to Newport News five years ago for his naval service and shortly after, Kyra began her work with The Mariners' Museum. In her four years there, she helped to found the Multimedia Production Team. Kyra is passionate that art is for everyone and hopes that her work through The Mariners' Museum helps to share that message both locally and globally through digital content. Recordings: The talk will be recorded; once captioned it will be hosted on the archived webpage: https://monitor.noaa.gov/gallery/webinar-archive.html. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Why we need an ocean model to do numerical weather prediction? |
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Presenter(s): | Kristian Mogensen, ECMWF, Reading, UK |
Date & Time: | 6 December 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Why we need an ocean model to do numerical weather prediction? Presenter(s): Kristian Mogensen (ECMWF, Reading, UK) Sponsor(s): NOAA Coastal Ocean Modeling Seminars: https://coastaloceanmodels.noaa.gov/seminar/ Seminar contact: Alexander.Kurapov@noaa.gov Remote Access: Connect with Google Meet meet.google.com/kti-ktaw-nes ![]() Phone Numbers (US) +1 414-856-5982 PIN: 248 179# Abstract: Since the introduction of coupling into the high-resolution deterministic model (HRES) in June 2018, all ECMWF issued forecasts are based on a coupled atmosphere-wave-ocean-sea-ice model. The importance of having an interactive ocean at sub-seasonal to seasonal time scales are well established, so in the presentation, we will show examples where having an interactive ocean model is important for the atmospheric predictions at medium-range time scales and discuss which atmospheric scores improve with ocean coupling. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Wildfire in working landscapes: Causal analysis of relationships between land management, fire regimes, and ecological transformations in the western US |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Katherine Siegel, NOAA Climate and Global Change (C&GC) Postdoctoral Program |
Date & Time: | 6 December 2022
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Wildfire in working landscapes: Causal analysis of relationships between land management, fire regimes, and ecological transformations in the western US Presenter(s): Dr. Katherine Siegel, NOAA Climate and Global Change (C&GC) Postdoctoral Program Sponsor(s): NOAA Climate Program Office and The Cooperative Programs for the Advancement of Earth System Science (CPAESS) ![]() Seminar Contacts: clara.deck@noaa.gov Remote Access: Register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7220227203583085068 ![]() Abstract: Working landscapes in the western United States " such as forests and rangelands "support biodiversity and human livelihoods but face escalating pressures from climate change and other anthropogenic stressors. While these systems are adapted to wildfire, climate change and land management legacies are interacting to increase the frequency and size of high-severity wildfires, with consequences for humans lives and well-being, as well as ecosystem composition, functioning, and the services provided to humans. This talk will integrate global change ecology, geospatial data science, econometrics, and conservation science to identify and quantify causal relationships between land management, climate change, and wildfire in forests and rangelands in the western US. It will address questions about the relationships between land management and wildfire activity, and the effects of changing wildfire regimes on forest ecosystems. This work seeks to advance climate-adaptive forest and rangeland management at the landscape scale.This webinar is part of a series featuring NOAA Climate and Global Change (C&GC) Fellows in the NOAA Science Seminar Series. C&GC is supported by NOAA's Climate Program Office and managed by the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). Bio(s): Katherine Siegel is a NOAA Climate & Global Change postdoctoral fellow at the University of Colorado-Boulder. She integrates interdisciplinary approaches from global change ecology, conservation science, and econometrics to identify and quantify drivers of change in social-ecological systems. Her research seeks to inform just and sustainable management of working landscapes for biodiversity and people in the context of rapid environmental change. Her work spans multiple systems, scales, and ecosystems, from national parks in the Amazon Basin to ranches in California. In her current work, Katherine combines econometrics, ecological functional trait analysis, and ecosystem service modeling to understand the links between forest management, wildfire severity, and post-fire ecosystem functioning in the forests of the western US. She received her PhD in Environmental Science, Policy, and Management at the University of California-Berkeley in 2021. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Toward Improved Planetary Boundary Layer (PBL) Schemes in High-Wind Conditions using Large-Eddy Simulations and Observations |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Xiaomin Chen, Assistant Professor, University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL and Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory/OAR/NOAA}, Miami, FL. |
Date & Time: | 2 December 2022
10:00 am - 11:00 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Toward Improved Planetary Boundary Layer (PBL) Schemes in High-Wind Conditions using Large-Eddy Simulations and Observations Presenter(s): Dr. Xiaomin Chen, Assistant Professor, University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, Alabama and Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory/OAR/NOAA Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory Seminar Contact(s): Shirley Murillo, shirley.murillo@noaa.gov Remote Access: Join webinar at: https://meet.goto.com/604855757 ![]() Dial: +1 (224) 501-3412 Access Code: 604-855-757 Meeting ID: 604-855-757 Abstract: Accurately representing planetary boundary layer (PBL) turbulent processes in numerical models is critical for improving hurricane forecasts. However, existing PBL parameterization schemes are mostly designed for low-wind conditions, and assessing their uncertainties in hurricane conditions remains challenging, mostly due to very scarce in-situ turbulence measurements. To fill in the gap, this study develops a modeling framework based on a small-domain large-eddy simulation (LES) to evaluate two types of PBL schemes in hurricane conditions. The novelty of this framework includes the usage of a few input parameters to represent the TC vortex and the addition of a simple nudging term for temperature and moisture to account for the complex thermodynamic processes in TCs. The reference thermodynamic profiles are retrieved from a composite analysis of dropsonde observations of mature hurricanes. This special model setup allows for a fair comparison of PBL schemes under the same controlled thermodynamic conditions against LES. An evaluation reveals the pros and cons of each PBL scheme in hurricane conditions. Using this insight, we recommend suitable PBL schemes for hurricane modeling and propose solutions to address issues identified in these PBL schemes. Specifically, we improve the high-order PBL scheme used in NOAA's next-generation hurricane forecast model, Hurricane Analysis and Forecast System (HAFS). HAFS retrospective runs during the 2021 Atlantic hurricane season demonstrate that the improved PBL scheme leads to better structure and intensity forecasts than the original PBL scheme. Importantly, the improved PBL scheme shows promise to improve the forecast skill of rapid intensification events, which are notoriously challenging to predict. Avenues for future development of PBL parameterizations in high-wind conditions will be discussed. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Recording will be available in 2-3 days at website: https://www.aoml.noaa.gov/seminars/ Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Status and Management of Mixed Fisheries: A Global Synthesis |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Ming Sun, Stony Brook University, School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences |
Date & Time: | 1 December 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Status and Management of Mixed Fisheries: A Global Synthesis (National Stock Assessment Science Seminar Series) Presenter(s): Dr. Ming Sun, Stony Brook University, School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and NOAA's Central Library (NCL) Seminar Contact(s): Kristan Blackhart and Library Seminars Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: We reviewed twenty-three mixed fisheries worldwide to characterize attributes of mixed fisheries and provide overviews on their assessment and management. We find that stock assessment and management for mixed fisheries are mainly based on single-species approaches, with mixed fisheries considerations taken into account through a variety of approaches. Ecosystem-wide mixed fisheries considerations in management were found positively related to better management performance in terms of conserving stock biomass and avoiding overfishing. The review highlighted the need for developing global consensus on best mixed fisheries management practices.Keywords: EBFM, mixed fisheries, stock assessment Bio(s): Ming Sun is a postdoc at Stony Brook University working with Prof. Yong Chen. Ming's research interests include stock assessment, data-limited methods, management strategy evaluation, and international fisheries management. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Newly validated quantitative fatty acid signature analysis reveals killer whale diet compositions across the North Atlantic |
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Presenter(s): | Anas Remili PhD Candidate, Natural Resource Sciences department, McGill University |
Date & Time: | 1 December 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Newly validated quantitative fatty acid signature analysis reveals killer whale diet compositions across the North Atlantic Presenter(s): Anas Remili PhD Candidate Natural Resource Sciences department, McGill University Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS Northwest Fisheries Science Center's Virtual Monster Jam; https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/nwfsc-monster-seminar-jam Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: JOIN WEBEX MEETING https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m62bee8403f564b780ee336ea913890c1 ![]() Meeting number (access code): 2763 830 3906 Meeting password: c63Kb7umFJ2 JOIN BY PHONE +1-415-527-5035 US Toll Global call-in numbers https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/globalcallin.php?MTID=m47f3c4812bd5a86fddec9d8af24ec6b8 ![]() JOIN FROM A VIDEO SYSTEM OR APPLICATION Dial sip:27638303906@noaanmfs-meets.webex.com You can also dial 207.182.190.20 and enter your meeting number. Can't join the meeting? https://collaborationhelp.cisco.com/article/WBX000029055 ![]() Seminars are public meetings, and these may be recorded if the speaker has agreed to do so. If you missed a current seminar and would like to check if a recording is available, please contact Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Abstract: Quantifying the diet composition of apex marine predators such as killer whales (Orcinus orca) is critical to assess their ecological impacts on food webs, especially in a changing environment. Chemical tracers like fatty acids are valuable for studying diets of marine mammals since they are often located in remote areas and forage below the water's surface, preventing direct and long-term observations. Fatty acids are released from ingested lipid molecules during digestion and deposited into fat stores, many with limited modification. Therefore, comparing fatty acid signatures among species and populations can provide an understanding of diet patterns across regions, over time, and in relation to environmental variation. This approach has been further advanced by developing a model to provide quantitative diet estimates, known as quantitative fatty acid signature analysis (QFASA). The QFASA model was originally developed for pinnipeds and subsequently calibrated for polar bears. Applying QFASA to cetaceans was not attempted until recently due to extensive fatty acid stratification in cetacean blubber, typical availability of only outer blubber biopsies, and a lack of calibration coefficients. This talk will detail our new findings on developing QFASA for killer whales using archived full-depth blubber and prey samples. The method was calibrated across the blubber layers to allow for use on outer blubber biopsies from free-ranging whales. The validated method was then applied to nearly 200 killer whales and 900 samples of potential prey to model killer whale diets across the 5,000 km span of the North Atlantic. Diet estimates showed considerable variation, with killer whales mainly consuming other whale species in the western Atlantic, pinnipeds in Eastern Greenland, and fish in the eastern Atlantic (Iceland, Faroe, Norway). However, the dietary contributions of each prey taxa varied significantly within regions. These estimates reveal population- and individual-level variations of killer whale feeding ecology, which helps to assess their impact on the community and ecosystem dynamics in changing North Atlantic marine ecosystems driven by climate change. BIO Anas Remili is a PhD candidate at McGill University, in Montreal, Canada. Her research focuses on the role of feeding habits on contaminant accumulations in North Atlantic killer whales. She is also the founder and editor-in-chief of Whale Scientists, an online marine mammal magazine created and written by early-career researchers for the public. NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Microplastics: What They Are, How to Find the Data, and How to Get Involved |
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Presenter(s): | Jennifer Webster, Research Oceanographer and Coastal Indicators Product Lead, NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information; Jace Tunnell, Director, Mission-Aransas National Estuarine Research Reserve, University of Texas Marine Science Institute |
Date & Time: | 1 December 2022
10:00 am - 11:00 am ET |
Location: | Webinar, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Microplastics: What They Are, How to Find the Data, and How to Get Involved NOAA Gulf of Mexico Forum Webinar Series Presenter(s): Jennifer Webster, Research Oceanographer and Coastal Indicators Product Lead, NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information; Jace Tunnell, Director, Mission-Aransas National Estuarine Research Reserve, University of Texas Marine Science Institute Sponsor(s): NOAA's Gulf of Mexico Regional Collaboration Team, a part of NOAA's Regional Collaboration Network Seminar Contact(s): Kristen Laursen, Kristen.R.Laursen@noaa.gov , NOAA Fisheries and Regional Collaboration Network Remote Access: Please register at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3691300655166424335 ![]() After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. For your awareness, this webinar will be recorded and shared. Abstract: Microplastics are very small pieces of plastic (< 5mm) that come from many sources and can be found from the atmosphere to the land to the ocean floor. During this webinar, we will learn about NOAA's new Marine Microplastics database and Map Portal Application, and about the Nurdle Patrol citizen science project, run by the Mission-Aransas National Estuarine Research Reserve. The Marine Microplastics Application provides public access to global data on microplastics in the ocean, and includes information from many different data sources. Nurdle Patrol is an initiative where you can help gather information about where nurdles, or small plastic pellets used as raw materials in manufacturing, are located in Gulf of Mexico environments, remove them, and create awareness about nurdles. Bio(s): Jennifer Webster is a research oceanographer with NOAA's National Centers for Environmental Information based at the Stennis Space Center in Mississippi. Her background is in coastal ecology and remote sensing. Currently she is working with coastal ecosystem indicator products like Harmful Algal Blooms, hypoxia, and most recently, marine microplastics. Jace Tunnell is the director of the Mission-Aransas Reserve at the University of Texas Marine Science Institute. Jace is the founder of a citizen science project called Nurdle Patrol that tracks plastic pellet concentrations internationally to create awareness of plastics in the ocean and develop new policy based on the data. He currently serves as president of the National Estuarine Research Reserve Association that advocates for the 30 Reserves around the country. His conservation efforts include educating the public about plastic pollution, estuarine science, and protection of our natural resources. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Please contact Kristen.R.Laursen@noaa.gov for the recording and/or PDF. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Ecosystem based management at the Alaska Fisheries Science Center, from how ecosystem data is being collected, to how it is being used |
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Presenter(s): | David G. Kimmel, Ph. D., NOAA/NMFS Alaska Fisheries Science Center; Robert Suryan, Ph.D., NOAA/NMFS Alaska Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 30 November 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Ecosystem based management at the Alaska Fisheries Science Center, from how ecosystem data is being collected, to how it is being used. Presenter(s): David Kimmel, Ph.D., NOAA/NMFS Alaska Fisheries Science Center; and Robert Suryan, Ph.D., NOAA/NMFS Alaska Fisheries Science Center Sponsor(s): This seminar is part of NOAA's EcoFOCI bi-annual seminar series focused on the ecosystems of the North Pacific Ocean, Bering Sea and U.S. Arctic to improve understanding of ecosystem dynamics and applications of that understanding to the management of living marine resources. Since Oct 21, 1986, the seminar has provided an opportunity for research scientists and practitioners to meet, present, develop their ideas and provoke conversations on subjects pertaining to fisheries-oceanography or regional issues in Alaska's marine ecosystems, including the US Arctic. Visit the EcoFOCI webpage for more information, http://www.ecofoci.noaa.gov/. Seminar Contacts: EcoFOCI Research Physical Scientist Emily Lemagie (emily.lemagie@noaa.gov); and EcoFOCI Zooplankton Ecologist Deana Crouser (deana.crouser@noaa.gov). Remote Access: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/891851101 ![]() You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (872) 240-3311 Access Code: 891-851-101 Accessibility: Abstract: Two presentations will cover ecosystem based management at the Alaska Fisheries Science Center, from how ecosystem data is being collected, to how it is being used. Hear about how artificial intelligence and machine learning is being incorporated into rapid in the field analysis in order to get real-time snapshots of the Bering Sea ecosystem. Next, learn about how this data, among a variety of others, are being used directly and indirectly in fisheries management. This overview will help investigators contributing to recruitment and ecosystem studies understand how their data are being used. Additionally, we hope this presentation provides the needed background and sparks additional ideas and interest for investigators to contribute to these efforts Bio(s): David G Kimmel is a lead research oceanographer at the Alaska Fisheries Science Center. His area of expertise is Biological oceanography, zooplankton ecology, coastal ecology, climate impacts on ecosystems, and quantitative ecology. Robert Suryan is the program manager for the Alaska Fisheries Science Center and specializes in integrated ecosystem studies to understand population and community dynamics in response to changing food availability and ocean climate. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Presentation slides may be requested directly from the speaker. This presentation may be recorded and if so, available on the NOAA PMEL YouTube Channel ![]() Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | More organized deep convection with contracting ITCZ and possible implications |
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Presenter(s): | Anita Rapp, Texas A&M University |
Date & Time: | 30 November 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Online only |
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NOAAScience Seminar Series Title: More organized deep convection with contracting ITCZ and possible implications NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series Presenter(s): Anita Rapp, Texas A&M University Sponsor(s): NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory. Seminar Contact(s): jan.kazil@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5164266903900700688 ![]() Abstract: Global climate models indicate a narrowing and intensification of precipitation in the intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ) and ascending branch of the Hadley circulation in a warming climate. However, how these large-scale variations will manifest in the frequency and morphology of deep convective systems within these regions is still uncertain and has major implications for the tropical hydrologic and energy cycles. To shed light on this, we use satellite observations and reanalysis to analyze the variability in ITCZ width, tropical ascent area, and precipitation intensity in the current climate and understand how these variations are related to the population of deep convection and the joint cloud-precipitation-radiation relationships. Analysis shows a contraction and intensification of the ITCZ in the satellite-era that corresponds with a shift toward more organized deep convection as the ITCZ contracts. Column water vapor (CWV) is observed to increase in the ascending regions as they shrink, which may help support this observed shift toward larger, more aggregated deep convective systems. Further analysis of satellite cloud and radiative properties as a function of CWV shows increases in atmospheric radiative heating by deep convective systems outpace the precipitation increase, resulting in deep convective systems that heat the atmosphere more efficiently. Assuming the tropics is in approximate radiative convective equilibrium, as the dry zones expand and the ITCZ contracts, this implies the deep convective systems within the ITCZ must become more efficient at heating the atmosphere. Bio(s): Anita Rapp is an associate professor with the Department of Atmospheric Sciences at Texas A&M University. Dr. Rapp received her MSc and PhD in atmospheric science from Colorado State University in Fort Collins. She joined Texas A&M University in 2010 where she was appointed assistant professor in 2014 and associate professor in 2019. Dr. Rapp's research interests are in remote sensing of clouds and precipitation and their application in studying Earth's hydrological cycle, energy budget, and climate change. Currently, her focus is on combining data from multiple sensors to investigate intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ) deep convection and the role of shallow cumulus and stratocumulus clouds in the tropics and subtropics. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: https://csl.noaa.gov/seminars/2022,contingent on speaker approval. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Sendan e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.govwith the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAAScience Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome yoursuggestions and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA Testbeds and Proving Grounds Role in Research Transitions Fireside Chat |
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Presenter(s): | Moderator: Andrea Ray; Introduction: Gary Matlock, Fiona Horsfall; Panelists: Alan Gerard, Mitch Goldberg, Louisa Nance, Joshua Scheck |
Date & Time: | 29 November 2022
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm ET |
Location: | GoToWebinar |
Description: | ExpandNOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NOAA Testbeds and Proving Grounds Role in Research Transitions Fireside Chat NOAA Central Library Seminars Moderator: Andrea Ray, Chair, Testbeds and Proving Grounds Coordinating Committee, and Coordinator, Hydrometeorological Testbed, Physical Sciences Laboratory, Oceanic and Atmospheric Research, NOAA Introductions: Gary Matlock, Deputy Assistant Administrator for Science, Oceanic and Atmospheric Research and Fiona Horsfall, Director, Office of Research, Transition, and Application, Oceanic and Atmospheric Research, NOAA Panelists: -Alan Gerard, Chief, Warning Research and Development Division, VORTEX (USA and SE) Federal Program Coordinator, and Hazardous Weather Testbed, National Severe Storms Laboratory, NOAA; - Mitch Goldberg, Chief Scientist, and Satellite Proving Ground, National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service, NOAA; -Louisa Nance, Research Applications Laboratory Program Director and Director, Developmental Testbed Center, National Center for Atmospheric Research; -Joshua Scheck, Chief, Aviation Support Branch and Aviation Weather Testbed Manager, Aviation Weather Center, National Weather Service, NOAA Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library Seminar Contacts: library.seminars@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7415169517071267597 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: NOAA's Testbeds and Proving Grounds facilitate research to operations to research (R2O2R) via the development and pre-deployment testing of research for operations as well as evaluation of suitability and operational readiness. Thus they are crucial for uptake of research into operations at NOAA and other partners, and ultimately for the realization of societal benefits. This Fireside Chat will provide an in-depth look into how Testbeds and Proving Grounds facilitate the research to operations pipeline and feedback to research. It will open with remarks from OAR Deputy Assistant Administrator for Science, Gary Matlock, and feature a discussion among representatives of four Testbeds and Proving Grounds with Q&A from the audience. Keywords: Research to Operations, Testbeds and Proving Grounds Bio(s): Speaker Bios ![]() Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Coral Reef Watch: Applying operational satellite-based products to predict an unexpected mass coral bleaching event on the Great Barrier Reef; and the Wave-driven Flood-forecasting on Reef-lined Coasts Early warning system (WaveFoRCE) |
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Presenter(s): | William Skirving, PhD, NOAA Coral Reef Watch; and Blake Spady, Ph.D., NOAA Coral Reef Watch and ReefSense Scientist and Product Developer |
Date & Time: | 29 November 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Coral Reef Watch: Applying operational satellite-based products to predict an unexpected mass coral bleaching event on the Great Barrier Reef; and the Wave-driven Flood-forecasting on Reef-lined Coasts Early warning system (WaveFoRCE) Presenter(s): William Skirving, Ph.D., NOAA Coral Reef Watch Senior Scientist/Oceanographer and ReefSense Director; and Blake Spady, Ph.D., NOAA Coral Reef Watch and ReefSense Scientist and Product Developer. Sponsor(s): NOAA/NESDIS/STAR/SOCD Coral Reef Watch. Seminar Contacts: William.Skirving@noaa.gov and Blake.Spady@noaa.gov. (011) 61 7 4404 9955. Remote Access: 1. To join the meeting: http://noaacsc.adobeconnect.com/coralscollab/ ![]() 2. Click the microphone at the top of the screen to connect audio. Accessibility: Close captioning provided. Abstract: The NOAA Coral Reef Watch (CRW) program provides monitoring and forecasting tools to an extensive and diverse user community worldwide, who use them to study, monitor, manage, protect, and even restore coral reef ecosystems. The first half of this seminar will present a case study that used CRW's operational satellite and modeled heat stress products to forecast and remotely monitor an unexpected mass coral bleaching event on the Great Barrier Reef during the 2021/22 austral summer. The second half of the seminar will present the Wave-driven Flood-forecasting on Reef-lined Coasts Early warning system (WaveFoRCE). WaveFoRCE is a multi-national, multi-agency project led jointly by NOAA, the US Geological Survey, and Deltares (Netherlands). The WaveFoRCE project is aimed at providing all coral reef-lined coasts in the world with hindcasts, nowcasts and forecasts for marine flooding and inundation. More specifically, it will provide tools to assist the Small Island Developing States to become more resilient against climate change impacts. Bio(s): Dr. William Skirving is a Senior Scientist with NOAA Coral Reef Watch (CRW) and is the Director of ReefSense in Townsville, Australia. He has more than 35 years of experience in the use of satellites to measure and monitor environmental stress (e.g., temperature, light, and wave energy) on corals and coral. Dr. Skirving leads the Group for High Resolution Sea Surface Temperature (GHRSST) Task Team on Coral Heat Stress User SST Requirements, the development of the version 4.0 CoralTemp sea surface temperature (SST) dataset and derived Daily Global 5km Satellite Coral Bleaching Heat Stress Monitoring products, the Light Stress Damage product suite, and the Marine Heatwave Watch products. In addition, Dr. Skirving is the NOAA lead scientist on the Wave-driven Flood-forecasting on Reef-lined Coasts Early warning system (WaveFoRCE) project. Dr. Blake Spady is a biologist, programmer, and product developer at NOAA Coral Reef Watch (CRW), who works at the ReefSense office in Townsville, Australia. His primary research focus involves utilizing satellite remote sensing tools to investigate sea surface temperature (SST) anomalies and developing algorithms related to coral reef health. At CRW, Dr. Spady leads the development of the Thermal History and Coral Disease Outbreak Risk product suites and plays a key role in the development, calibration, and validation of the climatology and methodology for the version 4.0 Daily Global 5km Satellite Coral Bleaching Heat Stress Monitoring product suite. Dr. Spady was born and raised in Smithfield, Virginia and spent six years in the greater Washington D.C. area, working and studying as an undergraduate at George Mason University. In 2012, he moved to Queensland (QLD), Australia where he earned his MSc and Ph.D. at James Cook University. He currently resides in Townsville, QLD with his wife. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: The presentation will be made available following the seminar. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis (NCEAS) Gulf Ecosystem Initiative |
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Presenter(s): | Courtney Scarborough, National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis |
Date & Time: | 29 November 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis (NCEAS) Gulf Ecosystem Initiative webinar Presenter(s): Courtney Scarborough, National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis Sponsor(s): NOAA RESTORE Science Program Seminar Contacts: Hannah Brown, hannah.brown@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://ucsb.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QKiVCRJlR3G3guh-2-pOqw ![]() Abstract: The Gulf Ecosystem Initiative is a $3.5 million partnership between the National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis (NCEAS) in Santa Barbara, CA and the NOAA RESTORE Science Program to fund synthesis science and postdoctoral research. Working groups of scientists and decision makers will collaborate to solve pressing questions across the Gulf of Mexico. The Gulf Ecosystem Initiative's 2023 Request for Proposals asks project teams to propose research that is transdisciplinary and cross-sectoral and, through collaboration and innovation, seeks to tackle pressing scientific and societal challenges focused around three themes in the Gulf of Mexico: fisheries, climate change, and the ecological impact of management actions. Whether it is your first time proposing synthesis science or your tenth, you probably have questions about our new Gulf Ecosystem Initiative call for proposals -- and we are here to answer them! Join us at this informational webinar, where we will review what NCEAS does, how working groups work, and tips for strong applications. There will be ample time for individual questions and answers. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Fishing for science: Enhanced biological sampling with fishing partners for assessment and management of Atlantic halibut and wolffish |
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Presenter(s): | Richard McBride, NOAA/NMFS Northeast Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 29 November 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Fishing for science: Enhanced biological sampling with fishing partners for assessment and management of Atlantic halibut and wolffish Presenter(s): Richard McBride, NOAA/NMFS Northeast Fisheries Science Center (NEFSC) Sponsor(s): NOAA's Alaska Fisheries Science Center Ground fish Seminar SeriesSeminar Contact: Liz.Dawson@noaa.gov and Mark. ![]() Remote Access: Join by computer at: https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m161d8630abba4e363a98635052f62a1f ![]() Accessibility: Seminars will be close captioned by Friends Interpreting Services, LLC. Abstract: Atlantic halibut(Hippoglossus hippoglossus),and wolffish (Anarhichas lupus)management in the Gulf of Maine demonstrate a successful collaboration between scientists and fishing partners to overcome sampling obstacles to updating growth and maturity rates for assessment. Routine at-sea monitoring by government agencies produced few fish each year, but with appropriate fishing permits, cooperating fishermen markedly increased sample sizes, seasonal coverages, and fish size ranges. This helped estimate growth and maturity parameters and evaluate reference points. Bio(s): Richard McBride has worked as a fish and fisheries scientist from the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of Maine for almost 40 years. He has published more than 80 papers ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: More information and seminar recordings can be found at: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/alaska/outreach-and-education/2022-alaska-fisheries-science-center-groundfish-seminar-series Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Dynamics of supercritical cross-shelf buoyant plumes. |
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Presenter(s): | Alexander Yankovsky, University of South Carolina |
Date & Time: | 29 November 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Dynamics of supercritical cross-shelf buoyant plumes Presenter(s): Alexander Yankovsky (University of South Carolina) Sponsor(s): NOAA Coastal Ocean Modeling Seminars: https://coastaloceanmodels.noaa.gov/seminar/ Seminar contact: Alexander.Kurapov@noaa.gov Remote Access: Connect with Google Meet meet.google.com/kti-ktaw-nes ![]() Phone Numbers (US) +1 414-856-5982 PIN: 248 179# Abstract: A particular regime of coastal buoyant plumes develops under upwelling wind conditions, when the plume turns upstream (against the Kelvin wave propagation), detaches from the coast and crosses the shelf at an oblique angle with local isobaths as an elongated tongue of buoyant water. Analysis of satellite imagery of the Carolinas continental shelf (the US East Coast) shows frequent occurrences of such plumes. In situ observations reveal important features of the cross-shelf plume dynamics: a supercritical regime in terms of the internal Froude number and the presence of multiple interior fronts with the enhanced mixing/entrainment. We present a suite of high resolution idealized numerical experiments which delineate the formation of cross-shelf plumes. As supercritical buoyant outflow exits the estuarine mouth, it detaches from the bottom (plume's liftoff) and spreads as a thin buoyant layer. Light wind which does not significantly deepen the buoyant layer extends the supercritical regime far offshore, much farther than in the unforced plume. The basic mechanism that constrains the transverse broadening of the plume is the upwind radiation of internal solitons from the downwind front due to advection of high-momentum water from inshore. This process is enhanced by tidally modulated discharge when a train of tidal sub-plumes is produced. As wind increases, so does the eddy viscosity, such that the surface and bottom boundary layers merge nearshore shutting down the cross-shelf plume pattern and resulting in predominantly alongshore advection of the discharged water. Symmetric instabilities contribute to the buoyant layer mixing, especially between the consecutive tidal pulses. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | ENSO and the Winter Outlook for the Eastern Region |
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Presenter(s): | Samantha Borisoff, Climatologist with the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell University; and Michelle L'Heureux, NOAA/NWS/Climate Prediction Center |
Date & Time: | 29 November 2022
9:30 am - 10:30 am ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: ENSO and the Winter Outlook Outlook for the Eastern Region Sponsor(s): NOAA's Eastern Region Climate Services Webinar Series Presenter(s): Samantha Borisoff, Climatologist with the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell University; and Michelle L'Heureux, NOAA/NWS/Climate Prediction Center Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service/National Centers for Environmental Information/Regional Climate Services. Seminar Contact(s): Ellen Mecray Remote Access: Please register here ![]() Abstract: The webinar will feature a recap of November conditions and Michelle L'Heureux will brief on the ENSO and inter season outlook for the Eastern Region. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: If interested in obtaining a PDF of the slides and/or the recording, see the Northeast Regional Climate Center ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Urban Heat Islands and the District of Columbia's Heat Adaptation Strategy |
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Presenter(s): | Melissa Deas, Chief Resilience Officer at the Washington DC Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency |
Date & Time: | 28 November 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Urban Heat Islands and the District of Columbia's Heat Adaptation Strategy Presenter(s): Melissa Deas, Chief Resilience Officer at the Washington DC Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency Sponsor(s): NOAA NEDTalks 2022 Seminar Contact: rafael.deameller@noaa.gov Remote Access: Registration link: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/ef0o230pj01t/event/registration.html ![]() Bio(s): Melissa Deas serves as the Chief Resilience Officer at the District's Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (HSEMA). She leads efforts to ensure the District can thrive in a changing world by pushing forward policies that address shocks (e.g. hurricanes, economic downturns, and pandemics) as well as chronic stressors (e.g. affordable housing, stressed infrastructure, and inequality). Melissa comes to HSEMA from the District's Department of Energy and Environment, where she oversaw the implementation of the District's climate preparedness plan: Climate Ready DC. Before working for the District, Melissa served as a resilience expert for the California Energy Commission, Georgetown Climate Center, and the Union of Concerned Scientists. Melissa received her B.A. in Sociology from Harvard University and her Master of City Planning from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | California-Nevada Drought & Climate Update and Outlook Webinar |
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Presenter(s): | Dan McEvoy, CNAP, WRCC, DRI , Julie Kalansky, CNAP, CW3E, Scripps Institution of Oceanography Nathan Patrick, NOAA NWS California Nevada River Forecast Center |
Date & Time: | 28 November 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: CA/NV Drought & Climate Update and Outlook Webinar + Preparing Your Winter Toolbox Presenter(s): Drought and Climate Update and Outlook Dan McEvoy | CNAP, WRCC, DRI Tools and Resources for your Winter Toolbox Julie Kalansky | CNAP, CW3E, Scripps Institution of Oceanography Nathan Patrick | NOAA NWS California Nevada River Forecast Center Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS); California Nevada Climate Applications Program (CNAP); Western Regional Climate Center (WRCC) POC: Amanda Sheffield, NOAA/NIDIS, amanda.sheffield@noaa.gov Abstract: According to the November 8 U.S. Drought Monitor, 99.7% of CA/NV is in drought, with 42.7% in Extreme (D3) or Exceptional (D4) Drought. This webinar will provide an overview of the current conditions and outlooks as well as tools you can use to prepare for, monitor, and respond to the drought conditions this winter. The California-Nevada Drought Early Warning System (CA-NV DEWS) November 2022 Drought & Climate Outlook Webinar is part of a series of regular drought and climate outlook webinars designed to provide stakeholders and other interested parties in the region with timely information on current drought status and impacts, as well as a preview of current and developing climatic events (i.e. El Nio and La Nia). Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5359630322138484748 ![]() Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. See https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.php |
Title: | Data, Data, Everywhere! Advancing NWS Flood Prediction and Communication |
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Presenter(s): | Kate Abshire, NOAA National Weather Service - NWS |
Date & Time: | 21 November 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Data, Data, Everywhere! Advancing NWS Flood Prediction and Communication Presenter(s): Kate Abshire, NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) Sponsor(s): NOAA NEDTalks 2022Seminar Contact: rafael.deameller@noaa.govLocation: Webinar Remote Access: Registration link: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/ewjhfqq4f5uz/event/registration.html ![]() Bio(s): Kate Abshire has served as the National Flash Flood Services Lead in the Water Resources Services Branch since 2017. In that role, she leads the development of flash flood service concepts, prioritized requirements, and operational policies and procedures to enhance flash flood operations, products, and services in close collaboration with the Water Resources Service Program Team and NWS Headquarters personnel.Previously, she worked in the Office of Water Prediction combining a technical background in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling with the field of social science, working on efforts to engage stakeholders about their water resources information and service needs to gather requirements and feedback for the NWS Water Resources Program. Kate contributed to the NOAA Model for Service Delivery and the Service Delivery Guidance and Best Practices document as part of the NOAA Water Initiative. She also coordinates interagency collaboration among NWS, the USGS, USACE, and FEMA through the Integrated Water Resources Science and Services (IWRSS) consortium. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | November 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing |
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Presenter(s): | Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy |
Date & Time: | 18 November 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: November 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing Presenter(s): Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contacts: Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) Location: Webinar Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/ ![]() Abstract: We will review recent and current climate conditions around Alaska, discuss forecast tools, and finish up with the Climate Prediction Center's forecast for December 2022 and the winter. Join the gathering online to learn what's happened and what may be in store with Alaska's seasonal climate. Bio(s): Rick Thoman is an expert in Alaska climate and weather. He produces reliable Alaska climate change information and graphics describing Alaska's changing environment. His work spans the bridge between climate modeling, Alaska communities and media. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Taking a Deeper Dive into Creating Effective Marine Education Materials |
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Presenter(s): | Joanna Grunin, NOAA OAR Intern, SUNY - Stony Brook University |
Date & Time: | 18 November 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Taking a Deeper Dive into Creating Effective Marine Education MaterialsNOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Joanna Grunin, NOAA OAR Intern (Stony Brook University) Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library Seminar Contact(s): NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6154401313796348176 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: This presentation will explore educational toolkits created to teach middle schoolers about ocean acidification. As we see our climate change, we experience the effects differently by region. Providing educators with interactive, regionally-specific education materials can be beneficial to inspiring the next generation of ocean advocates. Keywords: Education, ocean acidification, marine outreach Bio(s): Joanna recently completed a communications internship with OAR and received a Masters in Marine Conservation and Policy from Stony Brook University. She is a passionate advocate for conservation, education, community organizing, and policy reform. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Lower Mississippi River Basin Drought |
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Presenter(s): | TBD |
Date & Time: | 18 November 2022
11:00 am - 12:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Lower Mississippi River Basin Special Drought Webinar Presenter(s): TBD Sponsor(s): NOAA, National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), National Weather Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Seminar Contact(s): Meredith Muth, NOAA National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), (Meredith.muth@noaa.gov) Abstract: Drought conditions in the Lower Mississippi River Basin continue to deteriorate, with over 76% of the Lower Mississippi watershed in moderate to extreme drought and river levels hitting record lows in some areas. To provide the latest information on current drought conditions, impacts felt across economic sectors ranging from river navigation and transportation to agriculture, as well as short-term and long range outlooks, NIDIS is joining with our partners to host a webinar focused on the drought in the Lower Mississippi River corridor. The webinar will raise awareness of the impacts to communities and sectors due to the current low river levels. Please join us for the Lower Mississippi River Basin Special Drought Webinar on Friday, November 18, 2022 from 10:00am-11:30pm CT. This webinar will include an update on the current drought and river level situation and outlook, and will feature information on the impacts being felt on the ground. This webinar is being hosted by NOAA's National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) in partnership with NOAA's National Weather Service, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1394054727177524236 ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Catch Up and Keep Up: A Strategy for Marine Debris Mitigation in Papahānaumokuākea |
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Presenter(s): | Kevin O'Brien, President, and James Morioka, Executive Director, Papahnaumokukea Marine Debris Project |
Date & Time: | 17 November 2022
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Catch Up and Keep Up: A Strategy for Marine Debris Mitigation in Papahnaumokukea Presenter(s): Kevin O'Brien, President, and James Morioka, Executive Director, Papahnaumokukea Marine Debris Project Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Location: Webinar Seminar contact: Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Remote Access: Register at https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/162893072059196432 ![]() Abstract: Last month, the Papahnaumokukea Marine Debris Project (PMDP) wrapped up their 2022 field season, successfully removing over 200,000 pounds of marine debris from the reefs and shorelines of Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument. Despite being one of the most acute problems facing the monument, marine debris is fortunately one of the most easily mitigated problems, given enough time and resources. As federal government cleanups dwindled in the second decade of the 2000s, a backlog of marine debris (particularly derelict fishing gear) began to accumulate in this sensitive environment. Since its inception in 2019, PMDP has been working hard to increase the cadence of removal efforts in the monument to address this. Under PMDP's nonprofit leadership, 2022 marked year #1 of a strategic five-year plan to "catch up" with backlogged accumulation and "keep up" with new annual influx. Through intensive removal, this ambitious goal aims to reduce the impacts of marine debris to their lowest practicable levels, giving the wildlife of Papahnaumokukea the best long-term chance of survival. Join us for an hour of stories from the field highlighting the challenges and successes of this remote and difficult work. More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | YDKWYDK: Snowy Plovers and Oil Spills |
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Presenter(s): | Laird Henkel, California Department of Fish and Wildlife Offices of Spill Prevention and Response |
Date & Time: | 17 November 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Snowy Plovers and Oil Spills a Review of Response Considerations Presenter(s): Laird Henkel, California Department of Fish and Wildlife Offices of Spill Prevention and Response Sponsor(s): Office of Response and Restoration, You Don't Know What you Don't Know Lecture Series Seminar Contacts: kimberly.albins@noaa.gov, Kyle.Vincent@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://noaaorr.adobeconnect. ![]() Abstract: What happens when oil enters the habitat of a sensitive species. Join us to hear all about response considerations for snowy plovers. Bio(s): Laird Henkel is a Senior Environmental Scientist with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife Office of Spill Prevention and Response (OSPR). He has been with OSPR since 2007 and is currently the supervisor of OSPR's Marine Wildlife Veterinary Care & Research Center in Santa Cruz. He has acted as Wildlife Branch Director for numerous spill responses in California. Prior to joining OSPR, Laird worked on a variety of field projects with coastal birds, including monitoring of Western Snowy Plovers. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD (if available) Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Taking a Deeper Dive into Creating Effective Marine Education Materials |
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Presenter(s): | Joanna Grunin, NOAA OAR Intern (Stony Brook University) |
Date & Time: | 17 November 2022
2:00 pm - 2:45 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Taking a Deeper Dive into Creating Effective Marine Education MaterialsNOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Joanna Grunin, NOAA OAR Intern (Stony Brook University) Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library Seminar Contacts: NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6154401313796348176 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: This presentation will explore educational toolkits created to teach middle schoolers about ocean acidification. As we see our climate change, we experience the effects differently by region. Providing educators with interactive, regionally-specific education materials can be beneficial to inspiring the next generation of ocean advocates. Keywords: Education, ocean acidification, marine outreach Bio(s): Joanna recently completed a communications internship with OAR and received a Masters in Marine Conservation and Policy from Stony Brook University. She is a passionate advocate for conservation, education, community organizing, and policy reform. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook |
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Presenter(s): | Doug Kluck, NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, Dennis Todey, USDA Midwest Climate Hub |
Date & Time: | 17 November 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook Presenter(s): Doug Kluck, NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, Dennis Todey, USDA Midwest Climate Hub Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, USDA Midwest Climate Hub, National Drought Mitigation Center, American Association of State Climatologists, National Weather Service Seminar Contacts: Doug Kluck (doug.kluck@noaa.gov) or Molly Woloszyn (Molly.Woloszyn@noaa.gov) Abstract: November 2022 topics include continuing drought challenges and impacts both short and long term; major river system updates; wildfire potential outlooks/updates/impacts; recent and potential major climate/weather impacts; La Nia for the third fall/winter in a row what does it mean for this region; various conditions (soils, river, reservoirs, snow accumulations); and temperature/precipitation outlooks for the next month and season. Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7528179497868100876 ![]() Recordings: You can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Reconstruction of carbon and nitrogen stable isotope in baleen whale earplugs |
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Presenter(s): | Farzaneh Mansouri, PhD Postdoctoral Researcher, Baylor University |
Date & Time: | 17 November 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Reconstruction of carbon and nitrogen stable isotope in baleen whale earplugs Presenter(s): Farzaneh Mansouri, PhD Postdoctoral Researcher Baylor University Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS NWFSC's Virtual Monster Jam; https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/nwfsc-monster-seminar-jam Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: JOIN WEBEX MEETING https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m62bee8403f564b780ee336ea913890c1 ![]() Meeting number (access code): 2763 830 3906 Meeting password: c63Kb7umFJ2 JOIN BY PHONE +1-415-527-5035 US Toll Global call-in numbers https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/globalcallin.php?MTID=m47f3c4812bd5a86fddec9d8af24ec6b8 ![]() JOIN FROM A VIDEO SYSTEM OR APPLICATION Dial sip:27638303906@noaanmfs-meets.webex.com You can also dial 207.182.190.20 and enter your meeting number. Can't join the meeting? https://collaborationhelp.cisco.com/article/WBX000029055 ![]() Seminars are public meetings, and these may be recorded if the speaker has agreed to do so. If you missed a current seminar and would like to check if a recording is available, please contact Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Abstract: TBD NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Urban Heat Island Mapping Results Webinar |
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Presenter(s): | Sarah Kapnick, Ph.D., NOAA chief scientist; Joey Williams, CAPA Strategies, LLC, manager; Abdoulaziz (Aziz) Abdoulaye Adily, Ph.D. student, University of Nebraska Medical Center; David Celebrezze, resilience and behavior change manager, Sustainable Columbus; Corrina Farho, AmeriCorps CivicSpark fellow, Gonzaga University's Center for Climate, Society, and the Environment; Karli Honebein, climate literacy program coordinator, Gonzaga University's Center for Climate, Society, and the Environment; Laura Sivels, climate engagement program manager, Montgomery County, Maryland |
Date & Time: | 17 November 2022
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NIHHIS-CAPA Urban Heat Island Mapping Results Webinar NOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s):
Sponsor(s): NOAA CPO and NIHHIS Seminar Contact(s): Morgan Zabow (morgan.zabow@noaa.gov) Location: Webinar Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/332054036076516365 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NIHHIS Youtube channel ![]() Abstract: The 2022 Urban Heat Island (UHI) domestic mapping campaign took place in fifteen communities across the US this summer, and the campaign cycle officially wrapped up in September. The heat map reports are being released to communities on a rolling basis, and community organizations, local governments, and citizen scientists are already planning ways that they can use their reports to inform decision makers and implement cooling solutions. To reflect on the 6th year of UHI mapping, NOAA's National Integrated Heat Health Information System (NIHHIS) and CAPA Strategies will host a 90 minute webinar on November 17th at 1:00PM EST. The webinar will start with an overview of the 2022 campaigns. Following the overview will be presentations from four of the campaigns. During these presentations, the campaigns will discuss their overall experience, how they engaged volunteers and local organizations, what they learned, and how they plan to use their mapping results. After the presentations, there will be a discussion and Q&A between the campaigns. The webinar is a great opportunity for communities interested in applying for the 2023 cohort to learn more. Keywords: Urban heat islands, extreme heat, adaptation, resilience, citizen science Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NIHHIS Youtube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Conservation Genomics of North America's Most Imperiled Taxa |
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Presenter(s): | Steven Hein, 2022 Knauss Fellow, NOAA/OAR, Policy and Congressional Affairs Branch; Moderated by Becky Curtis, 2022 Knauss Fellow, NOAA, Fishery Management Specialist for NMFS Office of Sustainable Fisheries |
Date & Time: | 17 November 2022
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Conservation Genomics of North America's Most Imperiled Taxa (2022 Knauss Fellows' Lunch & Learn Series)NOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Steven Hein, 2022 Knauss Fellow, NOAA/OAR, Policy and Congressional Affairs Branch; Moderated by Becky Curtis, 2022 Knauss Fellow, NOAA, Fishery Management Specialist for NMFS Office of Sustainable Fisheries. Sponsor(s): NOAA Sea Grant; NOAA Central Library Seminar Contact(s): NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: Around 65% of unionid mussels are awarded enhanced protection at the local, state, and/or federal level. Genomic techniques can provide valuable information to guide robust conservation strategies for this highly imperiled group.Keywords: genomics, conservation, mussels Bio(s): Steve received a PhD from Miami University in Ecology, Evolution, and Environmental Biology and MSc in Biology from the University of Texas at Tyler. His work focuses on applying genetic, ecological, and biogeographical inferences to guide endangered species conservation. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | An assessment of marine, estuarine, and riverine habitat vulnerability to climate change in the Northeast U.S. |
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Presenter(s): | Mike Johnson, NOAA/NMFS Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office |
Date & Time: | 17 November 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: An assessment of marine, estuarine, and riverine habitat vulnerability to climate change in the Northeast U.S. Presenter(s): Mike Johnson, NOAA/NMFS Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office Sponsor(s): U.S. Northeast Climate-Fisheries Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Vincent.Saba@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://meet.google.com/paw-jhrb-nzr ![]() Abstract: TBD Bio(s): TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. |
Title: | Social Science in NOAA: Workforce Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities for Building a More Interdisciplinary Workforce |
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Presenter(s): | Jeffrey Kast, 2022 Knauss Fellow, NOAA, National Sea Grant College Program and Weather Program Office; Moderated by Becky Curtis, 2022 Knauss Fellow, NOAA, Fishery Management Specialist for the Office of Sustainable Fisheries |
Date & Time: | 17 November 2022
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Social Science in NOAA: Workforce Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities for Building a More Interdisciplinary Workforce (2022 Knauss Fellows' Lunch & Learn Series)NOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Jeffrey Kast, 2022 Knauss Fellow, NOAA, National Sea Grant College Program and Weather Program Office; Moderated by Becky Curtis, 2022 Knauss Fellow, NOAA, Fishery Management Specialist for the Office of Sustainable Fisheries. Sponsor(s): NOAA Sea Grant; NOAA Central Library Seminar Contacts: NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: Increasing legislative and executive mandates that require research, methods, and skills from the social, behavioral, and economic (SBE) sciences are affecting agencies across the federal landscape. Within NOAA, the results are increased focus on evaluating societal outcomes and growing demand for economic valuation of the work, products, and tools conducted by and developed by the agency. Currently, SBE scientists make up less than 1% of NOAA's federal workforce. As a result of historical mandates and regulations it is no surprise that NOAA's SBE scientists are mainly located in NOAA Fisheries (70%) and, within the Line Office, are mainly employed as economists (80%). Given societal needs and recent mandates, does NOAA Fisheries foreshadow the future SBE workforce needs for other Line Offices within NOAA? If so, what would that look like and how could we get there? This talk will focus on the challenges and opportunities for building a world-class workforce and address questions such as why NOAA SBE scientists have higher annual turnover rates than physical science colleagues (5.6% vs. 4.8%) over the past 17 fiscal years even though recent survey data show that NOAA SBE scientists are generally satisfied with their work.Keywords: social science, workforce development, mixed methods Bio(s): Jeffrey Kast received his Ph.D. in Environmental Science from The Ohio State University where his research focused on building a multi- and interdisciplinary understanding of challenges affecting water quality in Lake Erie. His dissertation research included developing methods of integrating social science data into physical watershed models to improve simulations and analyzing the influence of national and state agricultural and environmental policies in the mid-twentieth century on landscape changes across Ohio. Jeffrey also holds a Masters degree in Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering from Ohio State and a Bachelors degree in Agricultural and Biological Engineering from the University of Florida. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Extending VIIRS Ocean Color Neural Network retrievals to High Chlorophyll-a Algal Bloom Conditions |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Alex Gilerson, CUNY |
Date & Time: | 16 November 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Extending VIIRS Ocean Color Neural Network retrievals to High Chlorophyll-a Algal Bloom Conditions through the Utilization of I1 VIIRS Imaging Band and VIIRS-OLCI Data Fusion Presenter(s): Dr. Alex Gilerson, The City College of the City University of New York Sponsor(s): NOAA Ocean Color Coordinating Group (NOCCG) Seminar Contact(s): Merrie.Neely@noaa.gov Location: Webinar Abstract: State and federal environmental and health monitoring requires better information regarding the presence of harmful algal blooms (HABs) on their coasts. Satellites support monitoring if they can provide frequent coverage and can retrieve chlorophyll-a Chla over a wide range of concentrations. VIIRS OC3V algorithm often does not estimate Chla correctly for Chla > 10-15 mg/m3. The NIR-red band algorithm, which works well at high Chla is not applicable to VIIRS, which does not have a 709 nm band. A combination of VIIRS and OLCI data, which has a 709 nm band and currently used for HABs detection, should significantly increase the frequency of observations and reliability of detection. Results from the first year of the project on the development of the NN algorithm with I1 band and comparison with OLCI data are presented showing that inclusion into the algorithm data from the VIIRS imaging I1 band 600-680 nm expands the range of detected Chla to higher values typical to algal blooms in coastal areas like the Chesapeake Bay. The sources of uncertainties in Rrs retrieval from VIIRS and OLCI sensors are well identified; results are complemented by measurements from a new sensor head with increased number of bands recently installed on the LISCO AERONET-OC site and from a new Chesapeake Bay AERONET-OC site. Bio(s): Prof. A. Gilerson received his PhD, Master and Bachelor degrees from the Technical University, Kazan, Russia. He started his work at the CCNY in 1997 at the Institute for Ultrafast Spectroscopy and Lasers (IUSL) with the focus on medical applications of optical coherence tomography. Since joining Optical Remote Sensing Laboratory of Electrical Engineering Department in 2003 he worked on multiple projects related to Remote Sensing of the coupled Ocean-Atmosphere environment, specifically on development of algorithms for the estimation of chlorophyll concentration and chlorophyll fluorescence, detection of algal blooms, validation of satellite sensors for ocean monitoring, development of instrumentation and systems for advanced characterization of the ocean waters and ocean surface. He developed (together of Dr. S. Ahmed) the Long Island Sound Coastal Observatory (LISCO) for the validation of the Ocean Color satellite sensors which is a part of NASA AERONET and AERONET-Ocean Color Networks; developed integrated system for the study of underwater polarized light fields; developed a hyperspectral polarimetric imaging system for ocean studies; led CCNY group in multiple ocean field campaigns. He is a member of the NOAA-NASA-Navy team for the calibration/validation of the Ocean Color satellites. His work has been supported by grants from NASA, NOAA and the Office of Naval Research. He is a part of Earth System Science and Environmental Engineering Program and a member of doctoral faculty of the Earth and Environmental Sciences Program at the Graduate Center of CUNY, member of NOAA CREST center. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: available 24-48 hours following the seminar at this link: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars_NOCCG.php Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars.php. For more information visit: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.php |
Title: | Bering sea temperature variabilities and effects to consider |
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Presenter(s): | Emily Hayden, M.S., Oregon State University College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences; Jens Nielsen, Ph.D., Cooperative Institute for Climate, Ocean, & Ecosystem Studies/NOAA AFSC |
Date & Time: | 16 November 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Bering sea temperature variabilities and effects to consider Presenter(s): Emily Hayden, M.S, Oregon State University, and Jens Nielsen, Ph.D., University of Washington CICOES/NOAA AFSC Sponsor(s): This seminar is part of NOAA's EcoFOCI bi-annual seminar series focused on the ecosystems of the North Pacific Ocean, Bering Sea and U.S. Arctic to improve understanding of ecosystem dynamics and applications of that understanding to the management of living marine resources. Since Oct 21, 1986, the seminar has provided an opportunity for research scientists and practitioners to meet, present, develop their ideas and provoke conversations on subjects pertaining to fisheries-oceanography or regional issues in Alaska's marine ecosystems, including the US Arctic. Visit the EcoFOCI webpage for more information, http://www.ecofoci.noaa.gov/. Seminar Contact): EcoFOCI Research Physical Scientist Emily Lemagie (emily.lemagie@noaa.gov), and EcoFOCI Zooplankton Ecologist Deana Crouser (deana.crouser@noaa.gov). Remote Access: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/891851101 ![]() You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (872) 240-3311 Access Code: 891-851-101 Accessibility: Abstract: These presentations will provide an overview of ocean temperature and sea ice variability, paired with a discussion of its potential impacts on phytoplankton bloom timing and zooplankton diapause in the Bering Sea. Atmospheric variability is driving the majority of air-sea heat flux anomalies in the Bering Sea, which are contributing to recent elevated ocean temperatures and low sea ice concentrations. One potential impact is an offset between phytoplankton bloom timing and zooplankton coming out of diapause. After hearing about both of these topics, we will have time for a panel discussion with our speakers about variability in the Bering Sea. Bio(s): Emily Hayden is a Graduate Research Fellow at Oregon State University in the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences, with a concentration in Physics of Oceans and Atmospheres. Her research focuses on the link between atmospheric variability and the ocean state, and the mechanisms that drive this coupling in the subpolar North Pacific. Jens Nielsen is an aquatic ecologist focusing primarily on plankton ecology at NOAA's Alaska Fisheries Science Center. His research aims to understand community and trophic dynamics in ecosystems in an effort to develop biological indicators of ecosystem changes along the US west coast from California to Alaska. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Presentation slides may be requested directly from the speaker. This presentation may be recorded and if so, available on the NOAA PMEL YouTube Channel ![]() Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | CoExploration: Real-Time Multi-Modal AUV Mapping with Low-Throughput Acoustic Links |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Mike Jakuba, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Senior Engineer |
Date & Time: | 16 November 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: CoExploration: Real-Time Multi-Modal AUV Mapping with Low-Throughput Acoustic LinksNOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Dr. Mike Jakuba, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Senior Engineer Sponsor(s): NOAA Ocean Exploration and NOAA Central Library Seminar Contacts: Liang Wu (liang.wu@noaa.gov), Chris Beaverson (chris.beaverson@noaa.gov) and NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Location: Webinar Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4139839826341832459 ![]() Registering for this seminar will provide you access to the full series of seminars. Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: This talk will describe new "CoExploration" tools that provide AUV operators with significantly more real-time insight into on-board data than typical synchronous acoustic uplinks allow. CoEx aims to maximize the utility of the low-throughput acoustic links between operator and vehicle to leverage the strengths of both members of the team---access to full resolution data on the part of the AUV, and situational and logistical awareness, and scientific expertise and intent on the part of operators. The talk will present results from a recent expedition during which operators used CoEx tools to uplink multibeam, identify a target, redirect the vehicle to photograph it, and uplink confirmatory photos, all in real time during a single dive. Keywords: CoExploration, AUV, mapping Bio(s): Dr. Michael Jakuba is an engineer with extensive experience designing and deploying marine robotic systems. Dr. Jakuba received his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from MIT in 2000, and the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering/Applied Ocean Physics and Engineering from the MIT/WHOI Joint Program in 2003 and 2007, respectively. He was a postdoctoral researcher at Johns Hopkins University and the Australian Centre for Field Robotics in Sydney Australia prior to returning to WHOI in 2011 where he now works as a Senior Engineer. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Alaska Fire Season 2022: Focus on Southwest Alaska and Impacts on Vegetation and Fuels |
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Presenter(s): | Rick Thoman, ACCAP Climate Specialist; and J.J. Frost, ABR, Inc. Plant Biologist |
Date & Time: | 15 November 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Alaska Fire Season 2022: Focus on Southwest Alaska and Impacts on Vegetation and Fuels Presenter(s): Rick Thoman (ACCAP Climate Specialist), and J.J. Frost (ABR, Inc. Plant Biologist) Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contact(s): Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) & Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov) Location: Webinar Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/fire-season-swalaska-2022/ ![]() Abstract: The 2022 fire season in Alaska was unprecedented. Southwest Alaska experienced record-breaking fires that impacted local communities and challenged management resources. This webinar will review the weather, climate, and ecological factors that contributed to the severe wildfire season, with an in-depth look at the Southwest region. Additionally, this webinar will cover vegetation types and potential changes in the context of intensifying fire in Southwestern Alaska. Bio(s): Rick Thoman is the Climate Specialist at the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy. He has many years of experience producing reliable Alaska climate change information describing Alaska's changing environment. His work spans the bridge between climate modeling, Alaska communities, and the media. J.J. Frost has a multidisciplinary research background focused on boreal forest and Arctic tundra ecosystems, with sixteen years of field experience in Alaska and western Siberia. His work focuses on vegetation classification and mapping, plant-landform-soil relationships, landscape change detection, long-term monitoring of vegetation and permafrost, and habitat-use relationships for breeding birds. He has substantial expertise in integrating field-based information with a variety of modern, and historical remote-sensing data sources to elucidate current ecosystem conditions and long-term change. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Recent Atlantic multidecadal variability and its impacts are driven by external forcings |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Chengfei He; Postdoctoral Associate, NOAA/AOML and University of Miami/Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science |
Date & Time: | 15 November 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Recent Atlantic multidecadal variability and its impacts are driven by external forcings Presenter(s): Dr. Chengfei He; Postdoctoral Associate, NOAA/AOML and University of Miami/Rosenstiel Sponsor(s): Matthieu Le Henaff, NOAA's Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory (AMOL) and University of Miami / Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science Seminar Contact(s): Matthieu Le Henaff, matthieu.lehenaff@noaa.gov Remote Access: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://meet.goto.com/776954917 ![]() You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (408) 650-3123 Access Code: 776-954-917 Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://meet.goto.com/install ![]() Abstract: The Atlantic multidecadal variability (AMV) " a basin-scale sea surface temperature (SST) uctuation in the Atlantic " has dramatic influences on climate, understanding the causes of which has crucial social-ecological implications. However, the driver of AMV and its impacts remains a topic of debate because of limitations of current climate models. Here we identify a systematic SST bias in the CMIP6 models that leads to large-scale atmospheric circulation and rainfall bias in the simulation. After removing the bias, we find the simulated AMV and associated impacts are highly consistent with observations, albeit of relatively small magnitude. We show statistically and physically that AMV and related impacts since 1950 have been driven primarily by anthropogenic aerosols and natural forcings, while they are likely driven by internal dynamics in the early twentieth century. In the positive AMV, the forced tropical Atlantic SST gradient excites Gill-type response locally, including a low-level westerly that favors the Sahel rainfall and a high-level easterly that perturbs the vertical wind shear and hence North Atlantic Hurricane activity. This local response further propagates northward and downstream, forming a circum-global teleconnection pattern and affecting climate in other regions. Bio(s): Chengfei He is a postdoc at RSMAS, University of Miami, working with Amy Clement. Prior to moving to Florida, he received his PhD from The Ohio State University in 2021, when he focused on water isotope and deglacial climate change since the Last Glacial Maximum. Now his interest is mostly in the Atlantic Multidecadal Variability. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: The seminar will be recorded, and the recording will be available at: https://www.youtube.com/user/phodaoml ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | A look at the sensitivity of British weather to tides and recent developments in regional coupled modelling at the UK Met Office |
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Presenter(s): | Alex Arnold and Sgolne Berthou, UK Met Office |
Date & Time: | 15 November 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: A look at the sensitivity of British weather to tides and recent developments in regional coupled modelling at the UK Met Office Presenter(s): Alex Arnold and Sgolne Berthou (UK Met Office) Sponsor(s): NOAA Coastal Ocean Modeling Seminars: https://coastaloceanmodels.noaa.gov/seminar/ Seminar contact: Alexander.Kurapov@noaa.gov Remote Access: Connect with Google Meet meet.google.com/kti-ktaw-nes ![]() Phone Numbers (US) +1 414-856-5982 PIN: 248 179# Abstract: TBA Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + El Niño-Southern Oscillation and the 2022-23 Winter Outlook |
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Presenter(s): | Chris Fuhrmann, Southeast Regional Climate Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Todd Hamill, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Michelle L'Heureux, NWS Climate Prediction Center |
Date & Time: | 15 November 2022
10:00 am - 10:45 am ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + El Nio-Southern Oscillation and the 2022-23 Winter Outlook Presenter(s): Climate Overview: Chris Fuhrmann | Southeast Regional Climate CenterWater Resources Overview: Jeff Dobur/Todd Hamill | NWS Southeast River Forecast CenterAgriculture Impact Update: Pam Knox | University of GeorgiaEl Nio-Southern Oscillation and the 2022-23 Winter Outlook: Michelle L'Heureux | NWS Climate Prediction Center Sponsor(s): NOAA NCEI, National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), National Weather Service, Southeast Regional Climate Center, American Association of State Climatologists Seminar Contact(s): Meredith Muth, NOAA National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), (Meredith.muth@noaa.gov) Abstract: Join us for the Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar! These webinars will provide the region's stakeholders and interested parties with timely information on current and developing climate conditions such as drought, floods and tropical storms, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. Speakers may also discuss the impacts of these conditions on topics such as wildfires, agriculture production, disruption to water supply, and ecosystems. The November 15 webinar will feature a special presentation on "El Nio-Southern Oscillation and the 2022-23 Winter Outlook." Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/9215585718468903438 ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Geostationary Satellites - Tools for a Meteorologist and You |
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Presenter(s): | Kevin Fryar, NOAA/NESDIS Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellites - GOES |
Date & Time: | 14 November 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Geostationary Satellites - Tools for a Meteorologist and You Presenter(s): Kevin Fryar, NOAA/NESDIS Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellites (GOES) Sponsor(s): NOAA NED Talks 2022 Seminar Contact: rafael.deameller@noaa.govLocation: Webinar Remote Access: Registration link: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/ewjhfqq4f5uz/event/registration.html ![]() Bio(s): Dreams do come true! It has been very exciting to see how remote sensing and data gathering applications within the satellite industry are becoming more and more advanced. I am so lucky to get to shape future tools to get weather satellite information to those who need it"whether you fly, hunt, hike, sail, or respond to a weather disaster. I've held operational, staff, and management positions within the National Weather Service (NWS) and the Air Force over the last 20 years. What I've learned I put into practice as the Chief of Staff for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite (GOES) program. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Laboratory Studies of Optical and Chemical properties of PM Emissions from African Biomass Fuels |
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Presenter(s): | Solomon Bililign, North Carolina A&T State University |
Date & Time: | 14 November 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | DSRC GC402 |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Laboratory Studies of Optical and Chemical properties of PM Emissions from African Biomass Fuels NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series Presenter(s): Solomon Bililign, North Carolina A&T State University Sponsor(s): NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory. Seminar Contact(s): caroline.womack@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6307586372665323024 ![]() Abstract: Biomass burning (BB) is a major source of pollutants that impact local, regional, and global air quality, and public health. Work in our lab is focused on emissions from African biomass fuels - a hotspot source region of carbonaceous aerosols on a global scale. Recently we investigated the relationship between morphology (fractal dimensions) and modified combustion efficiency (MCE); determined fractal dimensions from TEM images; measured emission factors of pollutants from six different sub-Saharan African biomass fuels combusted under a wide range of burning conditions (MCE's). Our most recent work determined the influence of combustion condition and fuel type on the hygroscopicity parameter of BB aerosols measured using the enhancement in light extinction coefficient (f(RH)) using cavity ring-down spectroscopy (CRDS) and a cloud condensation nuclei counter (CCNC). Ongoing studies in our laboratory focus on investigating how the molecular-level composition of smoldering-dominated organic-rich solid African biomass burning aerosols change as a function of aging conditions (i.e., fresh versus dark/photochemical/cloud water aging) and how these aerosol optical properties (mass scattering, absorption, and extinction cross-sections, absorption/scattering ngstrm exponents, and the single scattering albedo) change because of any potential molecular-level chemical changes. We plan to analyze filter samples with a platform that consists of ultra-performance liquid chromatography coupled in-line to a diode array detector and a high-resolution quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometer, equipped with an electrospray ionization source operated in both positive and negative ion modes. The simultaneous absorption and mass spectral optimized chromatographic analysis of solvent extracts is expected to reveal individual BrC constituents and their key chemical characteristics. The evaluation of the constituents' atmospheric relevance is based on analysis of filter samples collected in the lab and two distinct locations in Africa (Botswana) during the dry-winter fire season in 2022, followed by mass closure of the main chromophores. This study will add to the growing knowledge in African fuel sources and their varied impact on climate and air quality. Bio(s): Dr. Solomon Bililign ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: https://csl.noaa.gov/seminars/2022, contingent on speaker approval. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.govwith the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA CoastWatch: Chlorophyll in the Chesapeake Bay, Communications Best Practices |
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Presenter(s): | Timothy Wynne, NOAA and V Wegman, GST |
Date & Time: | 10 November 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title 1: Evaluating the efficacy of five chlorophyll algorithms in the Chesapeake Bay (USA) for operational monitoring and assessment Presenter(s): Timothy Wynne, NCCOS HAB Forecasting Branch. Title 2: NOAA CoastWatch Communication Best Practices Presenter(s): V Wegman, GST CoastWatch is enacting a new Communications Plan, with an associated document that lays out the Best Practices for CoastWatch affiliates. Remote Access: Google Meet link: https://meet.google.com/uco-uboz-cmk ![]() Sponsor(s): NOAA CoastWatch (STAR) Seminar Contact(s): Victoria.Wegman@noaa.gov Slides, Recordings Other Materials: available 24-48 hours following the seminar at this link: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars.php Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.php |
Title: | NOAA/CVP Tropical Pacific Observing System (TPOS) Process Studies Webinar Series - Session 5 |
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Presenter(s): | Deepak Cherian - National Center for Atmospheric Research - NCAR and Daniel Whitt - NASA Ames Research Center |
Date & Time: | 10 November 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NOAA/CVP Tropical Pacific Observing System (TPOS) Process Studies Webinar Series - Session 5 Presenter(s): Deepak Cherian - National Center for Atmospheric Research - NCAR; Daniel Whitt - NASA Ames Research Center Sponsor(s): NOAA's Climate Variability and Predictability Program Seminar Contact(s): jose.algarin@noaa.govLocation: Webinar Remote Access: Register at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/808724212884499215 ![]() Accessibility: N/A Abstract: The NOAA Climate Variability and Predictability (CVP) Program is hosting a webinar series on the Tropical Pacific Observing System (TPOS) Pre-Field Modeling Studies that will highlight the recent results from the CVP-funded projects. The goal of these modeling studies is to refine the current scientific understanding of the equatorial Pacific climate system, with a specific focus on two process studies identified in the TPOS 2020 First Report, Pacific Upwelling and Mixing Physics (PUMP) and Air"sea Interaction at the eastern edge of the Warm Pool. Their results will assist in the planning of future field campaigns.The fifth and last session will feature two presentations:Off-equatorial deep-cycle turbulence forced by Tropical Instability Waves, by Deepak Cherian (National Center for Atmospheric Research - NCAR)Simulating turbulent vertical heat transport from mesoscales to turbulent scales in the Equatorial Pacific Ocean Cold Tongue, by Dr. Daniel Whitt (NASA Ames Research Center) Bio(s): Dr. Deepak Cherian is a Physical Oceanographer at the National Center for Atmospheric Research - NCAR. Dr. Cherian is a physical oceanographer, whose recent research primarily focuses on ocean mixing, both using observations and models. Deepak also actively works to broaden access to scientific computational skills by contributing in many ways to the scientific Python and Pan geo communities.Dr. Daniel Whitt is a research scientist and interdisciplinary oceanographer in the Biospheric Science Branch of the Earth Science Division at NASA Ames Research Center. He uses observations, high-end computing, and theory to model and understand the ocean, including its physics, biogeochemistry, and ecology as well as its role in the changing Earth system. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording will posted on the CVP Program website: cpo.noaa.gov/cvp/webinars. Subscribe / Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Broad Community Development of the Unified Forecast System, Using the WAVEWATCH III® Wind Model as an Example |
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Presenter(s): | Hendrik Tolman, NOAA / NWS / STI |
Date & Time: | 10 November 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Broad Community Development of the Unified Forecast System, Using the WAVEWATCH III Wind Model as an Example Presenter(s): Hendrik Tolman, NOAA / NWS / STI Sponsor(s): Office of Science and Technology Integration (OSTI) Modeling Division, National Weather Service of NOAA. If you would like to recommend a speaker and topic please email: ufs.modeling@noaa.gov and provide information on speaker and topic along with email addresses of speakers. Seminar Contact(s): Stacy Mackell (stacy.mackell@noaa.gov) and Caroline Delgado (caroline.delgado@noaa.gov)Remote Acess: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2327840262424013581 ![]() Abstract: This is a repeat of a presentation I did at the Issac Newton Institute of the University of Cambridge on October 26. It will touch on the topics of multi-disciplinary community modeling, the use of AI and ML learning, and collaboration with the private sector for the UFS, using the history of the WAVEWATCH III wind wave model as an example. Bio(s): Dr. Ir. Hendrik L. Tolman is the Senior Advisor for Advanced Modeling Systems of the Office of Science and Technology Integration (OSTI) of the National Weather Service (NWS). Before joining OSTI, he was at the Environmental Modeling Center (EMC) of the NWS for more that 20 years, as wave modeler (original development of WAVEWATCH III), Marine Modeling Branch Chief and Director. Dr. Tolman holds a Doctorate (Dr., PhD equivalent) and Engineering degree (Ir., Masters equivalent) from the Civil Engineering Department of Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands. He is a naturalized US citizen of Dutch origin. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:All PowerPoints and recordings from past webinars can be accessed at the UFS webinar web page ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Changes Afoot After 2022: State Plane and the Death of the U.S. Survey Foot |
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Presenter(s): | Michael Dennis, PhD, Geodesist, Observation and Analysis Division, NGS |
Date & Time: | 10 November 2022
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Changes Afoot After 2022: State Plane and the Death of the U.S. Survey Foot Presenter(s): Michael Dennis, PhD, Geodesist, Observation and Analysis Division, NGS Sponsor(s): NOAA/NOS National Geodetic Survey. Seminar Contact(s): sonja.bowen@noaa.gov, NOAA National Geodetic Survey Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1585003612125323787 ![]() Visit the NGS Webinar Series website to register, sign up to receive monthly webinar notices, and learn more: http://www.ngs.noaa.gov/web/science_edu/webinar_series/. Abstract: Change is nearly upon us. Design of the State Plane Coordinate System of 2022 (SPCS2022) is almost done, and on December 31, 2022, the U.S. survey foot will be deprecated. This means that it will be deemed obsolete and should be used for historical and legacy applications only. It will be superseded by the international foot definition (i.e., 1 foot = 0.3048 meter exactly) for all applications, including SPCS2022. However, SPCS2022 will not be released until 2025, along with the rest of the modernized National Spatial Reference System. This webinar gives an overview on the status of SPCS2022 and on making an orderly transition to the international foot with minimum disruption. Technical Content Rating: Intermediate - Some prior knowledge of this topic is helpful. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Applications of biomarkers in trophic ecology |
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Presenter(s): | Suzanne Budge, PhD Professor Department of Process Engineering and Applied Science, Dalhousie University |
Date & Time: | 10 November 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Applications of biomarkers in trophic ecology Presenter(s): Suzanne Budge, PhD, Professor Department of Process Engineering and Applied Science, Dalhousie University Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS.NWFSC's Virtual Monster Jam; https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/nwfsc-monster-seminar-jam Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: JOIN WEBEX MEETING https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m62bee8403f564b780ee336ea913890c1 ![]() Meeting number (access code): 2763 830 3906 Meeting password: c63Kb7umFJ2 JOIN BY PHONE +1-415-527-5035 US Toll Global call-in numbers https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/globalcallin.php?MTID=m47f3c4812bd5a86fddec9d8af24ec6b8 ![]() JOIN FROM A VIDEO SYSTEM OR APPLICATION Dial sip:27638303906@noaanmfs-meets.webex.com You can also dial 207.182.190.20 and enter your meeting number. Can't join the meeting? https://collaborationhelp.cisco.com/article/WBX000029055 ![]() Seminars are public meetings, and these may be recorded if the speaker has agreed to do so. If you missed a current seminar and would like to check if a recording is available, please contact Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Abstract: Several naturally occurring chemicals can be used as specific indicators or biomarkers of their source. Biomarker-based approaches, utilizing both fatty acid signatures and the ratios of bulk stable carbon and nitrogen isotopes, have been employed to elucidate animal diets and trophic structure, with known caveats in their applications. In this talk, I will describe a qualitative application using these markers to investigate the foraging ecology of nearshore fish in the Gulf of Alaska, with an emphasis on the potential for competition within these species. To complement this, I will also present results from feeding experiments with captive fish that explored the application of stable carbon isotope ratios of individual fatty acids in evaluating diets of marine fish. This approach avoids several of the limitations associated with traditional biomarker techniques, and as such, may offer a more specific method for the evaluation of diets of marine fish. NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | The U.S. South Atlantic Ecosystem Status Report: Development and Emerging Applications |
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Presenter(s): | J. Kevin Craig, PhD Research Fishery Biologist National Marine Fisheries Service Southeast Fisheries Science Center, Beaufort Lab |
Date & Time: | 9 November 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | GoToWebinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The U.S. South Atlantic Ecosystem Status Report: Development and Emerging ApplicationsNOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): J. Kevin Craig, PhD Research Fishery Biologist National Marine Fisheries Service Southeast Fisheries Science Center, Beaufort Lab Sponsor(s): NMFS and NOAA Central Library Seminar Contacts: Peg Brady (peg.brady@noaa.gov) and NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4702291695240836368 ![]() Registering for this seminar will provide you access to the full series of seminars. Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: The U.S. South Atlantic is a transitional ecosystem along the Atlantic seaboard that is characterized by tropical conditions in the south (Florida) and temperate conditions in the north (North Carolina). The system supports important recreational and commercial fisheries and is experiencing some of the highest rates of population growth in the United States. Here we describe the development of the first Ecosystem Status Report (ESR) for the region, provide an overview of the status and trends of key ecosystem components, and describe some emerging applications of the report to support resource management in the region. Keywords: Ecosystem Status Report, South Atlantic, Ecosystem Monitoring Bio(s): Kevin Craig oversees the Atlantic and Caribbean Reef Fish branch at the Southeast Fisheries Science Center. His research interests focus on environmental effects on fish population and community dynamics in the Gulf of Mexico and South Atlantic regions. Prior to his current position, he led stock assessments for several South Atlantic species. He earned undergraduate degrees from N.C. State University, an M.S. in Fisheries from the University of Washington and a PhD in Ecology from Duke University. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | An Introduction to the Plan Integration for Resilience Scorecard™ (PIRS™) for Heat |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Ladd Keith, Dr. Sara Meerow, Priya Zachariah, and Dr. Meredith Jennings |
Date & Time: | 9 November 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Presenter(s): Dr. Ladd Keith, Dr. Sara Meerow, Priya Zachariah, and Dr. Meredith Jennings Sponsor(s): NOAA CPO Extreme Heat Risk Initiative and the National Integrated Heat Health Information System (NIHHIS) Seminar Contact(s): Hunter Jones; hunter.jones@Noaa.govREGISTER WITH GOTOWEBINAR https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7424617620000029199 ![]() Abstract: This webinar will focus on the recently released American Planning Association report: Planning for Urban Heat Resilience, as well as the newly developed Plan Integration for Resilience Scorecard (PIRS) for Heat guidebook. Viewers will learn the basics of conducting the PIRS for Heat approach to consider how to integrate heat resilience activities across multiple municipal-scale plans. A case study on the PIRS for Heat results and their potential uses for Houston, TX will be provided.This webinar is part of the NOAA Extreme Heat Risk Initiative Webinar Series. Learn more about the series here: https://www.heat.gov/pages/heat-risk-initiative-research-resultsBIOGRAPHYLadd Keith, Ph.D., is an assistant professor in the School of Landscape Architecture and Planning and a faculty research associate at the Udall Center for Studies in Public Policy at the University of Arizona. An urban planner by training, he has over a decade of experience planning for climate change with diverse stakeholders in cities across the U.S. His research explores heat planning and governance with funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Department of Transportation. He served a full term on the City of Tucson's Planning Commission and chaired the development and adoption of the city's comprehensive plan.Dr. Sara Meerow is an associate professor in the School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning at Arizona State University. She is an interdisciplinary scholar working at the intersection of urban geography and planning to tackle the challenge of making cities more resilient in the face of climate change and other social and environmental hazards, while at the same time more sustainable and just. Her current projects focus on conceptualizations of urban resilience, planning for urban resilience to flooding and extreme heat, and green infrastructure planning in a range of cities in the U.S. and internationally. Priya Zachariah, AICP, is the Chief Resilience and Sustainability Officer (CRSO) for the City of Houston, overseeing the City's new Office of Resilience and Sustainability.Dr. Meredith Jennings received her Doctorate from the University of Miami from the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science. Professional interests include building cross-disciplinary partnerships and programs that promote community resilience and lessen the impacts of climate change. As a 2017-2018 National Academy of Sciences' Gulf Research Program Science Policy Fellow, she led climate and health resilience building initiatives at Harris County Public Health. Since joining HARC in 2018, Dr. Jennings has provided project management, technical analysis, and stakeholder engagement to support projects such as the City of Houston Climate Action Plan (released April 2020), the 2020 Houston Harris Heat Mapping Project, the Harris County Precinct 2 Air Quality Assessment, and ongoing research to increase affordable, renewable energy resources in low-income communities.NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | ABT Lightning Talks: Zooplankton, Fish Larvae and Saildrone Wave Measurements |
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Presenter(s): | Deana Crouser, BS., Lynker Technologies in support of NOAA's ASFC; Alison Deary, Ph. D., NOAA AFSC; Ned Cokelet, Ph. D., NOAA PMEL |
Date & Time: | 9 November 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: ABT Lightning Talks: Zooplankton, Fish Larvae and Saildrone Wave Measurements Presenter(s): Deana Crouser, B.S., NOAA AFSC; Alison Deary, Ph.D., NOAA AFSC; Ned Cokelet, Ph.D., NOAA PMEL Sponsor(s): This seminar is part of NOAA's EcoFOCI bi-annual seminar series focused on the ecosystems of the North Pacific Ocean, Bering Sea and U.S. Arctic to improve understanding of ecosystem dynamics and applications of that understanding to the management of living marine resources. Since Oct 21, 1986, the seminar has provided an opportunity for research scientists and practitioners to meet, present, develop their ideas and provoke conversations on subjects pertaining to fisheries-oceanography or regional issues in Alaska's marine ecosystems, including the US Arctic. Visit the EcoFOCI webpage for more information, http://www.ecofoci.noaa.gov/. Seminar Contact(s): EcoFOCI Research Physical Scientist Emily Lemagie (emily.lemagie@noaa.gov) and EcoFOCI Zooplankton Ecologist Deana Crouser (deana.crouser@noaa.gov). Remote Access: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/891851101 ![]() You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (872) 240-3311 Access Code: 891-851-101 Accessibility: Abstract: In this trial of a new 5-minute lightning talk format for the EcoFOCI seminar we will have the opportunity to hear from multiple speakers about recent projects, ecosystem indicators, measurement techniques, and more. This session will begin with an introduction to the ABT'' communication method. We will also hear about zooplankton as ecosystem indicators, identifying fish larvae, and collecting wave measurements from saildrones. We will end with an open discussion session and opportunity to ask questions of our speaker/panelists. Bio(s): Deana Crouser is a Zooplankton Ecologist and a contractor with Lynker Technologies in support of NOAA's Alaska Fisheries Science Center. Her research focuses on how environmental conditions affect zooplankton size and distribution. Alison Deary is a Fisheries Biologist at NOAA's Alaska Fisheries Science Center. Her research focuses on early life history stages of fishes from the Northeast Pacific Ocean, Bering Sea, and the Arctic. Ned Cokelet, also known as the saildrone data guru, is a physical Oceanographer at NOAA's Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory. Ned advises on saildrone instrumentation and the variables they measure among other things. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Presentation slides may be requested directly from the speaker. This presentation may be recorded and if so, available on the NOAA PMEL YouTube Channel ![]() Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Decadal trends of global climate and air pollution: two-way interactions, joint impacts and synergistic mitigation |
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Presenter(s): | Yangyang Xu, Texas A&M University |
Date & Time: | 9 November 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
Location: | Virtual |
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NOAAScience Seminar Series Title: Decadal trends of global climate and air pollution: two-way interactions, joint impacts and synergistic mitigation NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series Presenter(s): Yangyang Xu, Texas A&M University Sponsor(s): NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory. Seminar Contact(s): jan.kazil@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/320270570450079755 ![]() Abstract: Climate change and air pollution are arguably two most pressing environmental issues facing the world today. This talk give an overview of studies relating the two at the decadal to multi-decadal time scale. The first part focusing on interactions will review recent work of how global warming affects aerosol distribution (Banks et al., 2021; Fiore et al., 2022), and in turn, how aerosols affect mean and extreme precipitation (Xu et al., 2022) and circulation changes (Diao and Xu, 2022), which could consequently impact air pollution itself (Wang et al., 2021), completing an intrinsic feedback loop. The second part will address the joint occurrence of heat extremes and air pollution, including haze (Xu et al., 2020) and ozone (Xiao et al., 2022), concerning their broader impact on human health and crop yield. Some concluding thoughts is given on how to mitigate the near-term warming rates by achieving co-benefits of air quality improvement while avoiding the shock of aerosol unmasking (Dreyfus et al., 2022). Bio(s): Dr. Yangyang Xu ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: https://csl.noaa.gov/seminars/2022,contingent on speaker approval. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Sendan e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.govwith the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAAScience Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome yoursuggestions and ideas! |
Title: | The use of apps to assist fishers in reducing unwanted catches |
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Presenter(s): | Julia Calderwood, Marine Institute, Ireland |
Date & Time: | 8 November 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The use of apps to assist fishers in reducing unwanted catches Presenter(s): Julia Calderwood (Marine Institute, Ireland) Sponsor(s): NOAA's Alaska Fisheries Science Center Groundfish Seminar SeriesSeminar Contact: Liz.Dawson@noaa.gov and Mark. ![]() Remote Access: Join by computer at: https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m161d8630abba4e363a98635052f62a1f ![]() Accessibility: Seminars will be close captioned by Friends Interpreting Services, LLC. Abstract: The introduction of the LandingObligation in Europe has highlighted the need for fishers to adopt moreselective fishing practices to avoid unwanted catches. Part of the solution maycome from gear technology, but the rest will need to come via knowing where andwhen unwanted catches might be expected. App technology has the potential toprovide industry with near-real time information on fish distributions to helpbetter target or avoid certain species. Work exploring the potential of thistechnology in Irish demersal fisheries will be presented. Bio(s): Julia is a researcher working as part of theEcosystem Based Fisheries Management Team, based at the Marine Institute inGalway, Ireland. She originally joined the Marine Institute 7 years ago to workas part of the Horizon2020 funded DiscardLess project, examining the impacts ofthe Landing Obligation on European Fisheries. In 2020 she was awarded aStarting Investigator Researcher Grant from Science Foundation Ireland to startthe IFISH project, which aims to explore the development of information sharingnetworks in Irish Fisheries to aid in reducing unwanted catches. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: More information and seminar recordings can be found at: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/alaska/outreach-and-education/2022-alaska-fisheries-science-center-groundfish-seminar-series Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Ocean/sea-ice floe interactions at the (sub-)mesoscales |
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Presenter(s): | Mukund Gupta, California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA |
Date & Time: | 8 November 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | TBD |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Ocean/sea-ice floe interactions at the (sub-)mesoscales Presenter(s): Mukund Gupta (California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA) Sponsor(s): NOAA Coastal Ocean Modeling Seminars: https://coastaloceanmodels.noaa.gov/seminar/ Seminar contact: Alexander.Kurapov@noaa.gov Remote Access: Connect with Google Meet meet.google.com/kti-ktaw-nes ![]() Phone Numbers (US) +1 414-856-5982 PIN: 248 179# Abstract: Marginal ice zones are composed of discrete sea-ice floes, whose dynamics are not well captured by the continuum representation of sea ice in most climate models. This study makes use of an ocean Large Eddy Simulation (LES) model, coupled to cylindrical sea-ice floes, to investigate thermal and mechanical interactions between melt-induced submesoscale features and sea-ice floes, during summer conditions. We explore the sensitivity of sea-ice melt rates and upper-ocean turbulence properties to floe size, ice-ocean drag and surface winds. Under low wind conditions, upper ocean turbulence transports warm cyclonic filaments from the open ocean toward the center of the floes and enhance their basal melt. This heat transport is partially suppressed by trapping of ice within cold anticyclonic features. When winds are stronger, melt rates are enhanced by the decoupling of floes from the cold, melt-induced lens underneath sea ice. Distinct dynamical regimes emerge in which the influence of warm filaments on sea-ice melt is mitigated by the strength of ice-ocean coupling and eddy size relative to floe size. Simple scaling laws successfully capture floe melt rates under these limiting regimes, and may help parameterize these processes in coarse continuum-based sea-ice models. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | NWS Rapid Onset Drought Product: Overview, 2022 Case Studies, and Opportunity to Share Feedback on Proposed Improvements |
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Presenter(s): | Jon Gottschalck, Brad Pugh, Adam Hartman, NWS Climate Prediction Center |
Date & Time: | 8 November 2022
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NWS Rapid Onset Drought Product Remote Access: Overview, 2022 Case Studies, and Opportunity to Share Feedback on Proposed Improvements Presenter(s): Jon Gottschalck, Brad Pugh, Adam Hartman, NWS Climate Prediction Center Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center Seminar Contact(s): Meredith Muth, NOAA National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), (Meredith.muth@noaa.gov) Abstract: The National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) and the National Weather Service (NWS) are pleased to present this national webinar on a new drought product from the NWS Climate Prediction Center. In May, the Climate Prediction Center (CPC) began issuing an experimental Rapid Onset Drought risk product within CPC's Day 8-14 (Week-2) U.S. Hazards Outlook. This product highlights areas where rapid drought development (sometimes known as flash drought) may occur in the coming 2-3 weeks as depicted by the U.S. Drought Monitor. This experimental variable uses initial conditions, such as antecedent dryness, and skillful temperature and precipitation outlooks during the next two weeks to communicate the risk of rapidly-developing drought. Rapid Onset Drought risk areas give end users, particularly farmers making decisions about planting and supplemental irrigation, an early warning of the potential for hot and dry conditions. This product supplements CPC's Monthly Drought Outlook and is an important step toward comprehensive flash drought monitoring and prediction. This webinar will review the tools and indicators that CPC forecasters use to assess Rapid Onset Drought risk, how to interpret this new product, and case studies of Rapid Onset Drought during the summer of 2022. In addition, CPC will share their next steps for improving the product in response to the recent national solicitation of comments which includes efforts toward quantitative verification. Participants are encouraged to provide feedback on these proposed improvements during the webinar. In addition, operational meteorologists and end users are encouraged to share their questions and experience using this new product in drought monitoring and decision-making during this webinar. Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2242112443304455950 ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Sea Level Rise Here and Now |
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Presenter(s): | William Sweet, NOAA NOS |
Date & Time: | 7 November 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Sea Level Rise Here and Now Presenter(s): William Sweet, NOAA NOS Sponsor(s): NOAA NEDTalks 2022Seminar Contact: rafael.deameller@noaa.gov Remote Access: Registration link: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/e87xqbj29oqx/event/registration.html ![]() Bio(s): William Sweet is a NOAA Oceanographer spearheading efforts to track and predict changes in sea level and coastal flood risk to support sound decision making. He leads NOAA's annual high tide flood assessment, is the lead author for the U.S. Interagency Sea Level Rise Task Force's 2017 and 2022 reports, co-leads the U.S. Department of Defense's Coastal Assessment Regional Scenario Working Group and is a chapter author for the 4th and on-going 5th National Climate Assessments. William received his Masters and Ph.D. in oceanography from N.C. State University. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Prediction at Weeks 3 - 4 and Subseasonal to Seasonal (S2S) Timescales, November 2022: Applying Machine Learning to Improve Subseasonal to Seasonal (S2S) Forecasts, and Bayesian Joint Probability (BJP) Calibration of Subseasonal Model Forecasts |
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Presenter(s): | Judah Cohen, Atmospheric and Environmental Research, and Dan Collins, NOAA CPC |
Date & Time: | 7 November 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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Title: | NOAA Assistant Administrators Look at the Year Ahead 2023 |
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Presenter(s): | Mr. Ken Graham, Director of NOAA's National Weather Service and Assistant Administrator for Weather Services at NOAA; RADM Nancy Hann, Director for Operations NOAA Office of Marine and Aviation Operations and Director of the NOAA Commissioned Officer Corps; Dr. Steve Thur, Assistant Administrator for Oceanic and Atmospheric Research; Ms. Nicole LeBoeuf, Director of the National Ocean Service and the Assistant Administrator for Ocean Services and Coastal Zone Management; Dr. Steve Volz, Assistant Administrator for the National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service; Ms Janet Coit, Assistant Administrator, NOAA Fisheries and NOAA's Acting Assistant Secretary for Oceans and Atmosphere |
Date & Time: | 7 November 2022
10:00 am - 11:00 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NOAA Assistant Administrators Look at the Year Ahead 2023; Second Annual NELS Panel Discussion Sponsor(s): Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) team Abstract: This 90-min panel is an opportunity for the NOAA Assistant Administrators (AA) leadership to come together to share, to inform, and to engage with the NOAA staff and the Public on what is being planned for the year ahead in support of NOAA's mission. The NELS Team has put together panel framing questions for this year's event:
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Title: | How do weak, misaligned tropical cyclones evolve towards alignment? A multi-case study using observations and HAFS |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. George 'Trey' Alvey, Assistant Scientist, CIMAS/RSMAS/University of Miami and Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory/OAR/NOAA |
Date & Time: | 4 November 2022
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series, OAR - AOML - Happenings Calendar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: How do weak, misaligned tropical cyclones evolve towards alignment? A multi-case study using observations and HAFS Presenter(s): Dr. George 'Trey' Alvey, Assistant Scientist, CIMAS/RSMAS/University of Miami and Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory/OAR/NOAA Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory Seminar Contact(s): Shirley Murillo, shirley.murillo@noaa.gov Remote Access: Join webinar at: https://meet.goto.com/364170237 ![]() Dial: +1 (646) 749-3122 Access Code: 364-170-237 Meeting ID: 364-170-237 Abstract: Rapid intensification (RI) commonly begins as weak tropical cyclones (TCs) transition (sometimes abruptly) from a seemingly unfavorable misaligned vortex toward alignment, which poses immense challenges for numerical weather prediction and operational forecasting. Although there have already been many case studies that have improved understanding for processes like vortex alignment and precipitation symmetrization, the vortex-scale and environmental characteristics governing the differing pathways remain more unclear. This study focuses on multi-storm evaluations of weak TCs using observations like ground radar and the Hurricane Analysis and Forecast System (HAFS). High-impact cases from 2019"2021 are specifically highlighted including Dorian (2019), Isaias (2020), Sally (2020), Elsa (2021), Ida (2021), and Nicholas (2021). In cases that feature sustained alignment, the displaced low-level and mid-level circulations non-monotonically progress towards vortex tilt reduction with periods of reformation, precession, and advection. The persistence and intensity of deep convection (near the mid-level center) is a common important feature preceding and during alignment. A feedback loop is also identified wherein outflow boundaries associated with cold pools downtilt may initially provide indirect thermodynamic benefits (e.g., moisture pooling and convergence) to promote upstream convection maintenance, which further increases inflow strength, amplifies instability, and enhances moisture convergence to help convection persist. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Recording will be available in 2-3 days at website: https://www.aoml.noaa.gov/seminars/ Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Shedding light on solar radiation variability at Earth's surface |
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Presenter(s): | Jake Gristey, CU CIRES and NOAA CSL |
Date & Time: | 3 November 2022
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm ET |
Location: | DSRC GC-402 |
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NOAAScience Seminar Series Title: Shedding light on solar radiation variability at Earth's surface NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series Presenter(s): Jake Gristey, CU CIRES and NOAA CSL Sponsor(s): NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory. Seminar Contact(s): jan.kazil@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/ ![]() Abstract: Energy originating from the sun and reaching Earth's surface, known as the surface solar irradiance (SSI), ultimately drives virtually all Earth-atmosphere processes. The SSI is strongly modulated by clouds, including shallow cumulus clouds that are encountered frequently across the globe. The detailed 3D spatial structure of shallow cumulus clouds, their rapid evolution, and aerosol embedded within the cloud field, all lead to complex variability in SSI that has proven challenging to understand and predict. In this talk, I will show how this SSI variability is captured concisely by the bi-modal shape of the SSI probability density function (PDF), which is robustly observed but only reproduced in simulations with 3D radiative transfer. I will demonstrate that, despite common beliefs, 3D radiative effects do not disappear with space-time averaging. To address these issues, machine-learning algorithms are explored to construct a mapping between cloud and aerosol properties, derived from large eddy simulation, and the corresponding SSI PDF, derived from 3D radiative transfer. I will show the drastic improvements in prediction of SSI relative to traditional 1D radiative transfer, while bypassing the computational expense of 3D radiative transfer. I will also share an approach that quantifies the relative importance of each predictor, revealing the inordinately large importance of aerosol between clouds. The new findings have important implications for solar renewable energy assessment, highlight the significance of the absence of 3D radiative effects in weather and climate modeling, and provide a route forward for efficient parameterization of 3D radiative effects at the surface. Bio(s): Dr. Jake Gristey ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: https://csl.noaa.gov/seminars/2022,contingent on speaker approval. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Sendan e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.govwith the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAAScience Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome yoursuggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Accounting for Environmental Effects in New England Groundfish Stock Assessments |
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Presenter(s): | Alex Hansell, Research Fishery Biologist at Northeast Fisheries Science Center, NOAA |
Date & Time: | 3 November 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Accounting for Environmental Effects in New England Groundfish Stock Assessments (National Stock Assessment Science Seminar Series) Presenter(s): Alex Hansell, Research Fishery Biologist at Northeast Fisheries Science Center, NOAA Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and NOAA's Central Library (NCL) Seminar Contact(s): Kristan Blackhart and Library Seminars Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: The Northeast U.S. shelf ecosystem is a complex and changing region that supports a wide array of living marine resources and resource-dependent human communities. Over the last 40 years, the waters of the northwest Atlantic have warmed at a rate over three times the global average, and recent decadal warming is among the fastest in the world. Due to the rapid pace of change in the region, there is a critical need to develop and apply scientific knowledge and tools that can help integrate climate change impacts into stock assessment. Here we describe a structured approach to operational integration of climate change in the context of a stock assessment process. We then describe the application of this approach to the American plaice stock assessment process and ongoing processes for other groundfish species.Keywords: Research Track Stock Assessment, climate change, stock dynamics Bio(s): Alex Hansell is the lead assessment scientist for Georges Bank yellowtail flounder and Georges Bank winter flounder. His research interests include species distribution models, incorporating environmental effects into stock assessment and model validation. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Using biomarkers to fill information gaps in the ecology of Alaska’s fishes |
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Presenter(s): | Vanessa von Biela, PhD; and Ashley Stanek, PhD; Research Fish Biologists, U.S. Geological Survey, Alaska Science Center |
Date & Time: | 3 November 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Using biomarkers to fill information gaps in the ecology of Alaska's fishes Presenter(s): Vanessa von Biela, PhD; and Ashley Stanek, PhD; Research Fish Biologists, U.S. Geological Survey, Alaska Science Center Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS NWFSC's Virtual Monster Jam; https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/nwfsc-monster-seminar-jam Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: JOIN WEBEX MEETING https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m62bee8403f564b780ee336ea913890c1 ![]() Meeting number (access code): 2763 830 3906 Meeting password: c63Kb7umFJ2 JOIN BY PHONE +1-415-527-5035 US Toll Global call-in numbers https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/globalcallin.php?MTID=m47f3c4812bd5a86fddec9d8af24ec6b8 ![]() JOIN FROM A VIDEO SYSTEM OR APPLICATION Dial sip:27638303906@noaanmfs-meets.webex.com You can also dial 207.182.190.20 and enter your meeting number. Can't join the meeting? https://collaborationhelp.cisco.com/article/WBX000029055 ![]() Seminars are public meetings, and these may be recorded if the speaker has agreed to do so. If you missed a current seminar and would like to check if a recording is available, please contact Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Abstract: Natural biomarkers are central to understanding fishes and aquatic ecosystems in Alaska's remote places. In this seminar we will summarize two sets of recent investigations that use biomarkers. First, we use a combination of stable isotopes and radiocarbon to understand Arctic fish food webs including the use of terrestrial organic matter in estuarine lagoons and the age of organic matter from freshwater to marine feeding. Second, we focus on Pacific salmon in the subarctic where we are refining heat shock proteins and gene transcription tools to better identify heat stress in rivers and streams that are now warm (>18C). BIOGRAPHY Dr. Vanessa von Biela is a Research Fish Biologist with the USGS Alaska Science Center in Anchorage, Alaska. She has been researching Alaska's aquatic ecosystems for more than 15 years with a portfolio spanning marine, estuarine, and freshwater ecology. Vanessa received her B.Sc. in Zoology from the University of California Santa Barbara, M.Sc. in Biological Sciences from University of Alaska Anchorage, and Ph.D. in Fisheries from University of Alaska Fairbanks. She's also a mother of three with an 8 year old son and boy-girl twins who are 5 years old. Ashley Stanek is a Biologist with the Fish and Aquatic Ecology Group at the USGS Alaska Science Center in Anchorage, Alaska. Since she joined USGS in 2019, her research has primarily focused on fish food webs in the lagoons of the nearshore Alaskan Beaufort Sea. Prior to USGS, Ashley's research ranged from studying wolves in Lake Clark National Park and Preserve, to seabirds in the Aleutian Islands, and bears in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. Ashley received her B.Sc. in Zoology from Humboldt State University and her M.Sc. in Biological Sciences from the University of Alaska Anchorage. NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | A satellite perspective on the buoyancy driven ocean circulation |
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Presenter(s): | Aqeel Piracha is a PhD student at the Institute of Marine Sciences ICM Barcelona, Spain |
Date & Time: | 3 November 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Please share with anyone (NOAA or not) who might be interested; thanks. Title: A satellite perspective on the buoyancy driven ocean circulation Presenter(s): Aqeel Piracha, PhD student at the Institute of Marine Sciences (ICM) Barcelona, Spain Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) Science Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Varis.Ransi@noaa.gov, co-coordinator NOAA NOS Science Seminar Series Remote Access: Register at https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/aqeel/event/login.html ![]() 1. If you have downloaded and used Adobe Connect recently, you do not need to download it but you can test it here ![]() 2. If you have NOT used Adobe Connect, you must download Adobe connect ahead of time to use it, and your IT staff may need to do it. The download info is here ![]() ![]() 3. After downloading and testing Adobe Connect, register at link above. Attendees are muted during the webinar and audio is over the computer, so adjust the volume on your computer speakers or headset. Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: Ocean Circulation is intimately tied to the movement of unique bodies of water. These bodies of water are known as water masses and they each have distinct properties and histories which can be used to fingerprint them. Their characteristics are set by interactions with the atmosphere. Once set, these characteristics remain unchanged as the water mass sinks into the ocean interior. This means, with a knowledge of Ocean-Atmosphere interaction, we can trace these surface water masses to infer ocean circulation. Global ocean circulation can be summarized as a progressive change in surface water buoyancy. With equatorial heating creating buoyant water masses which progressively lose their buoyancy through cooling and other atmospheric processes until, at the poles, they ultimately sink to complete a global ocean circulation cell. This surface branch of the circulation is the most crucial as this is where they are created. Estimates of this surface arm traditionally require a direct knowledge of ocean-atmosphere interactions. However, the data describing these interactions are usually biased and prone to various uncertainties and errors. Can we infer knowledge of ocean circulation without this data. By Understanding processes forcing sea surface state changes, the use of these error-prone air-sea fluxes can be avoided allowing for a much more accurate picture of how the oceans are changing in a changing climate. Bio(s): Aqeel Piracha is a PhD student at the Institute of Marine Sciences (ICM) Barcelona, Spain. Prior to starting his PhD, he was a trainee at the European Space Agency (ESA) where his specialization in the field of ocean circulation was born. He attained his bachelor degree from the University of Bangor in Wales, where his dissertation was on analyzing Deuterium/Hydrogen ratios of Planets, Comets and Meteorites to understand the origins of Earth's oceans. His master degree thesis was on understanding the stability of internal tides in coastal regions. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sent to all who registered. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | BOO! Does working across political boundaries scare you? Try collaborative science! |
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Presenter(s): | Soupy Dalyander, Water Institute of the Gulf, sdalyander@thewaterinstitute.org; George Ramseur, Moffatt & Nichol, gramseur@moffattnichol.com; Aimee Good, San Francisco Bay NERR, aimee@sfsu.edu; Stuart Siegel, San Francisco Bay NERR, siegel@sfsu.edu; Doug George, NOAA Office for Coastal Management, douglas.george@noaa.gov; Caitlin Young, NOAA RESTORE Science Program, caitlin.young@noaa.gov |
Date & Time: | 2 November 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar SeriesDate & Time: 2 November 2022, 3 - 4 pm ET Title: BOO! Does working across political boundaries scare you? Try collaborative science! Presenter(s):
Sponsor(s): This webinar is co-sponsored by the National Estuarine Research Reserve System (NERRS) Science Collaborative, and NOAA RESTORE Science ProgramSeminar Contacts: Doug George (douglas.george@noaa.gov), Caitlin Young (caitlin.young@noaa.gov), Nick Soberal (nsoberal@umich.edu) Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5250703910830951436 ![]() Ecosystems don't care about political boundaries, even if the natural resources within them are managed by multiple entities. Research projects that span political boundaries can often be sticky " decisions are made on long timelines, changes in policy and staff can derail implementation of projects and the tools they produce, and it can be difficult to effectively engage diverse stakeholders so that their perspectives inform the work. Enter: collaborative science. In situations with complex and competing interests, there is a higher likelihood that science will be applied to decision making when problems are tackled with a collaborative science framework. In this webinar, collaborative science project teams will discuss how to work across political boundaries and with different partners to develop shared tools, models, and action plans that will improve ecosystem management.Collaborative Science ConversationsThe NOAA RESTORE Science and NERRS Science Collaborative programs are back at it, teaming up to bring you the voices of project teams from the field through our Collaborative Science Conversations webinar series ![]() Bio(s): Please visit here ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Connecting MJO and ENSO through Multiscale Air-Sea Coupling of Rain-Salinity-Wind-Current and Processes controlling precipitation and near-surface salinity in the tropical ocean using multi scale coupled modeling and analysis |
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Presenter(s): | Shuyi Chen, University of Washington; and Carol Anne Clayson, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute - WHOI |
Date & Time: | 2 November 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NOAA/CVP Tropical Pacific Observing System (TPOS) Process Studies Webinar Series " Session 4 Presenter(s): Shuyi Chen (University of Washington); and Carol Anne Clayson (Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute - WHOI)Connecting MJO and ENSO through Multiscale Air-Sea Coupling of Rain-Salinity-Wind-Current (Shuyi Chen, (University of Washington) and Processes controlling precipitation and near-surface salinity in the tropical ocean using multi scale coupled modeling and analysis (Carol Anne Clayson, WHOI) Sponsor(s): NOAA's Climate Variability and Predictability Program Seminar Contact(s): jose.algarin@noaa.gov Remote Access: Register at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/808724212884499215 ![]() Accessibility: N/A Abstract: The NOAA Climate Variability and Predictability (CVP) Program is hosting a webinar series on the Tropical Pacific Observing System (TPOS) Pre-Field Modeling Studies that will highlight the recent results from the CVP-funded projects. The goal of these modeling studies is to refine the current scientific understanding of the equatorial Pacific climate system, with a specific focus on two process studies identified in the TPOS2020 First Report, Pacific Upwelling and Mixing Physics (PUMP) and Air"sea Interaction at the eastern edge of the Warm Pool. Their results will assist in the planning of future field campaigns.The fourth of five sessions will feature two presentations:Connecting MJO and ENSO through Multiscale Air-Sea Coupling of Rain-Salinity-Wind-Current, by Shuyi Chen (University of Washington)Processes controlling precipitation and near-surface salinity in the tropical ocean using multi scale coupled modeling and analysis, by Dr. Carol Anne Clayson (Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute - WHOI) Bio(s): Dr. Shuyi Chen is a Professor of Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Washington. Her research focuses on understanding high-impact weather, such as hurricanes and the MJO, and improving their prediction. She studies air-sea interaction and precipitation in the tropics and coastal environments using observations and coupled atmosphere-wave-ocean models. Additionally, Dr. Chen has led national and international research programs in both field campaigns and coupled atmosphere-ocean modeling.Dr. Carol Anne Clayson is the Associate Director for Research Strategies and a Senior Scientist in the Department of Physical Oceanography at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI). Her current areas of research include understanding the air-sea boundary layers and impacts on weather, climate, and energy sectors and the development of satellite and in situ sensors to observe these processes. She has served on numerous national and international science panels. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording will posted on the CVP Program website: cpo.noaa.gov/cvp/webinars. Subscribe / Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Ecosystem Applications of Downscaled Climate Projections for the California Current System |
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Presenter(s): | Mercedes Pozo Buil, UC Santa Cruz / NOAA Southwest Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 2 November 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar and 110 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, CA, USA |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Ecosystem Applications of Downscaled Climate Projections for the California Current System Presenter(s): Mercedes (Mer) Pozo Buil, Assistant Project Scientist, University of California Santa Cruz Sponsor(s): NOAA NMFS SWFSC Fisheries Ecology DivisionSeminar contact: tanya.rogers@noaa.gov. Remote Access: https://swfsc.webex.com/swfsc/j.php?MTID=m3806c3115f500baad2d89356012682a6 ![]() Abstract: The California Current System (CCS) is a highly productive eastern boundary current system, in which coastal upwelling drives high biological productivity that supports a variety of marine ecosystem services along the U.S. West Coast. Skillful regional ocean projections spanning the range of potential climate futures are needed to inform living marine resource management under climate change. However, available projections of ecosystem-relevant variables remain biased by the inability of current earth system models to resolve upwelling dynamics. In this talk, I will present the first ensemble of downscaled projections of climate change in the CCS at high spatial resolution (10km) from 1980 to 2100 under a high future emission scenario. I will show projected future changes in a range of ecosystem variables including SST, chlorophyll, subsurface nutrients and oxygen, and sardine biomass. Finally, I will summarize how these high-resolution projections have been applied to study the impact of climate change on various ecosystem components in the California Current. Bio(s): Dr. Mercedes (Mer) Pozo Buil is a physical oceanographer interested in ocean modelling, ocean and climate dynamics, and decadal climate variability and its impact on marine ecosystems. She is an Assistant Project Scientist at the University of California Santa Cruz in the Institute of Marine Sciences, working at the Environmental Research Division of the NOAA Southwest Fisheries Sciences Center in Monterey, California. Mer received two bachelor of science degrees in marine and environmental science, and a master's degree in physical oceanography from the University of Cadiz in Spain. She holds a doctoral degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Recordings: The talk will be recorded; link to recording available upon request. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Salmon shark: a misnomer? Exploring the diet and ecosystem impacts of an apex predator in the Northeast Pacific |
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Presenter(s): | Alexandra McInturf, Oregon State University |
Date & Time: | 1 November 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Salmon shark: a misnomer? Exploring the diet and ecosystem impacts of an apex predator in the Northeast Pacific Presenter(s): Alexandra McInturf (Oregon State University) Sponsor(s): NOAA's Alaska Fisheries Science Center Ground fish Seminar SeriesSeminar Contact: Liz.Dawson@noaa.gov and Mark. ![]() Remote Access: Join by computer at: https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m161d8630abba4e363a98635052f62a1f ![]() Accessibility: Seminars will be close captioned by Friends Interpreting Services, LLC. Abstract: Though predationimpacts salmon stocks in the Eastern North Pacific, very little is known aboutsources of mortality for adult salmon while at sea. We will share the resultsof a project designed to address this knowledge gap by focusing on onepotential predator: the salmon shark (Lamnaditropis).Via a combination of methods, from stomach content analysis to speciesdistribution modeling, we are exploring the composition of salmon shark dietand assessing how frequently the movements of salmon sharks overlap withpotential salmon habitat. This information should improve our understanding ofa predator that may have a substantial effect on salmon recovery efforts. Bio(s): Alexandra (Alex) McInturf, PhD, is a CICOES postdoctoralresearch fellow ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: More information and seminar recordings can be found at: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/alaska/outreach-and-education/2022-alaska-fisheries-science-center-groundfish-seminar-series Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Estimating the forest carbon cycle under climate change |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Mukund Palat Rao, NOAA Climate & Global Change Fellow |
Date & Time: | 31 October 2022
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Estimating the forest carbon cycle under climate change Presenter(s): Dr. Mukund Palat Rao, NOAA Climate & Global Change Fellow Sponsor(s): NOAA Climate Program Office and The Cooperative Programs for the Advancement of Earth System Science (CPAESS) ![]() Seminar Contacts: clara.deck@noaa.gov Remote Access: Register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3988376600968042508 ![]() Abstract: Forests act as a carbon sink by sequestering ~25% of human carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from fossil fuel burning, industry, and land-use. Forests acquire CO2 from the atmosphere through photosynthesis. They then accumulate some fraction of this carbon as biomass that can remain within an ecosystem over long timescales from years to centuries. In this talk, I will first discuss how increases in extreme heat events due to climate change may threaten the ability of the Eurasian boreal forests to continue to sequester carbon. Next, I will highlight the importance of measuring both photosynthesis (carbon uptake) and tree-growth (carbon accumulation) simultaneously to forecast the fate of forest carbon. For example, our definition of the growing season' in broadleaf deciduous oak forests is typically based on visual cues of leaf emergence in the spring and leaf senescence in the autumn. Oak forests are distributed widely across the northern hemisphere. Using a network of hourly point dendrometers, leaf level photosynthesis measurements, and remote sensing, we show that oak tree-growth and oak photosynthesis occurs asynchronously. Therefore, oak trees do not grow through the growing season. Consequently, estimates of photosynthesis may not provide us sufficient information to estimate the carbon sequestration capacity of forests. This webinar is part of a series featuring NOAA Climate and Global Change (C&GC) Fellows in the NOAA Science Seminar Series. C&GC is supported by NOAA's Climate Program Office and managed by the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). Bio(s): Mukund Palat Rao is an Ecoclimatologist who researches the interactions between climate change and natural and human ecosystems. His expertise includes dendrochronology, plant ecophysiology, remote sensing, and climate science. Mukund received his PhD in 2020 from Columbia University, USA. In his research, he has investigated droughts and flooding in the Brahmaputra and Indus Rivers in South Asia and the impact of dzud (cold winters that cause livestock mortality) on pastoral nomadic herding communities in Mongolia. As a NOAA Climate and Global Change (C&GC) fellow he is currently working on projects related to the forest carbon cycle, the vulnerability of boreal forests to increasing heat waves, and the use of dendrochronology to understand past environmental change and timber transport. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Stable isotopes reveal the trophic ecology of marine predators from the South Atlantic to the North Pacific |
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Presenter(s): | Genyffer Troina, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of British Columbia |
Date & Time: | 27 October 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Presenter(s): Genyffer Troina, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of British Columbia Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS NWFSC's Virtual Monster Jam; https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/nwfsc-monster-seminar-jam Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: JOIN WEBEX MEETING https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m62bee8403f564b780ee336ea913890c1 ![]() Meeting number (access code): 2763 830 3906 Meeting password: c63Kb7umFJ2 JOIN BY PHONE +1-415-527-5035 US Toll Global call-in numbers https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/globalcallin.php?MTID=m47f3c4812bd5a86fddec9d8af24ec6b8 ![]() JOIN FROM A VIDEO SYSTEM OR APPLICATION Dial sip:27638303906@noaanmfs-meets.webex.com You can also dial 207.182.190.20 and enter your meeting number. Can't join the meeting? https://collaborationhelp.cisco.com/article/WBX000029055 ![]() IMPORTANT NOTICE Please note that this Webex service allows audio and other information sent during the session to be recorded, which may be discoverable in a legal matter. By joining this session, you automatically consent to such recordings. If you do not consent to being recorded, discuss your concerns with the host or do not join the session. Abstract: The feeding habits and foraging areas of marine predators determine their ecological roles in ecosystems and the strength of interspecific trophic interactions (e.g., competition). Yet, such information is often challenging to obtain due to limited sampling opportunities, especially when it concerns populations inhabiting the high seas. Stable isotopes provide a useful tool to quantify animal feeding behaviour over time, as tissues have different integration times representing the average prey consumed in the past few weeks/months (e.g., skin, muscle) to a lifetime (e.g., fish otoliths, cetacean tooth or baleen). I apply this method to investigate the trophic ecology of various marine predators in both the western South Atlantic and eastern North Pacific oceans. In the Atlantic, a diversity of cetacean species occurs within the oceanic waters of the Brazilian continental shelf and slope. However, due to their offshore distribution, little is known about their feeding habits, foraging areas and trophic interactions. The analysis of bulk carbon ( 13 C) and nitrogen ( 15 N) stable isotopes, and 15 N of individual amino acids in skin samples of free-ranging cetaceans (Delphinidae and Physeteridae) offered important and unique insights into their trophic ecology. Additionally, samples of different components of the pelagic food webs (e.g., zooplankton, fish and squids) were used to characterize the isotopic patterns throughout the region, and the trophic pathways that sustain these cetacean species. In the North Pacific, the investigation of the salmon food webs in the high seas is shedding some light into these species' trophic interactions, competition with non-salmonid species, and the effect of oceanographic conditions on the main trophic pathways that sustain salmon in the high seas during the least studied period of their lifecycle. Predators play important roles in structuring ecosystems but are often at risk due to harvest or habitat loss. Stable isotopes provide a quantitative analysis of food web structure and the trophic ecology of predators to better understand how environmental changes will affect these pelagic ecosystems. BIOGRAPHY Genyffer Troina is a postdoc fellow at the Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries, at the University of British Columbia. She obtained her undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences at the Federal University of Rio Grande, in southern Brazil, her master's in marine and Lacustrine Science and Management at Ghent University and the University of Brussels in Belgium, and her Ph.D. in Biological Oceanography in a joint programme between the University of Brussels and the Federal University of Rio Grande. Her research focuses on the feeding ecology and trophic interactions of marine predators, and the analysis of pelagic food webs using stable isotopes. Her work has focused on coastal and oceanic cetacean species in the South Atlantic, and more recently on the North Pacific salmon and their food webs.NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Office of Coast Survey Bathymetric Data Licensing: IOCM Seminar |
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Presenter(s): | Matt Wilson, Streamlining Team Lead, NOAA |
Date & Time: | 27 October 2022
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Office of Coast Survey Bathymetric Data Licensing Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping Seminar Series Presenter(s): Matt Wilson, Streamlining Team Lead at National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Office of Coast Survey. Sponsor(s): NOAA/NOS Office of Coast Survey, Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping Program Seminar Contact(s): amber.butler@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7431481870810396944 ![]() Accessibility: Please contact amber.butler@noaa.gov for accessibility requests by October 20th. Abstract: The NOAA Office of Coast Survey (OCS) has a new policy to assign an open data license onto the bathymetric data they collect. The license selected (Creative Commons Zero 1.0 Universal) serves to formally dedicate OCS data into the public domain. This license assignment legally removes copyright, making the OCS bathymetry as free, open, and accessible as possible, to spur and encourage exploration and innovation throughout the industry. This result is central to the NOAA Data Strategy and is a model for other NOAA offices to follow.Additionally, the policy requires licensing for bathymetric data contributions from the ocean mapping community. This safeguards the interests of both the providers and the end users, while it also streamlines our data handling " because the data licenses are machine-readable, the data ingest, distribution, and downstream applications can be more automated and scalable. New OCS products, and the National Bathymetric Source, the OCS database for the best-available bathymetry, are built to maintain data licenses, and realize the full benefit of using them. Bio(s): Matt Wilson holds an MS in Ocean Mapping from the University of New Hampshire Center for Coastal and Ocean Mapping & Joint Hydrographic Center and an MBA from Pennsylvania State University. Previously, he worked as Sales and Marketing Manager for QPS, Inc., and he began his career serving as a U.S. Naval Officer. With NOAA, he is focused on the faster and more efficient throughput of hydrographic data towards products and services. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Email iwgocm.staff@noaa.gov for summary materials, contact information, and access to the recording. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Climate at a Glance tool |
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Presenter(s): | Samantha Borisoff, Climatologist with the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell University; and Karin Gleason, NOAA/NESDIS National Centers for Environmental Information |
Date & Time: | 27 October 2022
9:30 am - 10:30 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Climate at a Glance tool Sponsor(s): NOAA's Eastern Region Climate Services Webinar Series Presenter(s): Samantha Borisoff, Climatologist with the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell University; and Karin Gleason, NOAA/NESDIS National Centers for Environmental Information Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service/National Centers for Environmental Information/Regional Climate Services. Seminar Contact(s): Ellen Mecray Remote Access: Please register here ![]() Abstract: The webinar will feature a recap of October conditions and Karin Gleason will brief on the wildly popular NCEI Climate at a Glance tool. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: If interested in obtaining a PDF of the slides and/or the recording, see the Northeast Regional Climate Center ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Identifying stage-specific drivers of Pacific hake recruitment |
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Presenter(s): | Cathleen Vestfals, NOAA/NMFS Northwest Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 25 October 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Identifying stage-specific drivers of Pacific hake recruitment Presenter(s): Cathleen Vestfals, NOAA/NMFS Northwest Fisheries Science Center (NWFSC) Sponsor(s): NOAA's Alaska Fisheries Science Center Ground fish Seminar Series Seminar Contact: Liz.Dawson@noaa.gov and Mark. ![]() Remote Access: Join by computer at: https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m161d8630abba4e363a98635052f62a1f ![]() Accessibility: Seminars will be close captioned by Friends Interpreting Services, LLC. Abstract: Pacific hake recruitment is highly variable, but the mechanisms underlying this variability are poorly understood. This presentation focuses on research that investigates the oceanographic and biological variables that likely influence their recruitment and also highlights information shared at a workshop with industry that is helping to refine our understanding of hake by identifying new factors contributing to their distribution, spawning behavior, growth, and recruitment. Bio(s): Dr. Cathleen Vestfals attended the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, B.C., where she received her B.Sc. ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: More information and seminar recordings can be found at: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/alaska/outreach-and-education/2022-alaska-fisheries-science-center-groundfish-seminar-series Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + Putting Recent Climate and Weather Events in Historical Context |
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Presenter(s): | Chip Konrad, Southeast Regional Climate Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Todd Hamill, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Pam Knox, University of Georgia |
Date & Time: | 25 October 2022
10:00 am - 10:45 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + Putting Recent Climate and Weather Events in Historical Context Presenter(s): Climate Overview: Chip Konrad | Southeast Regional Climate CenterWater Resources Overview: Jeff Dobur/Todd Hamill | NWS Southeast River Forecast CenterAgriculture Impact Update: Pam Knox | University of GeorgiaPutting Recent Climate and Weather Events in Historical Context: Chip Konrad | Southeast Regional Climate Center Sponsor(s): NOAA NCEI, National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), National Weather Service, Southeast Regional Climate Center, American Association of State Climatologists Seminar Contact(s): Meredith Muth, NOAA National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), (Meredith.muth@noaa.gov) Abstract: Join us for the Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar! These webinars will provide the region's stakeholders and interested parties with timely information on current and developing climate conditions such as drought, floods and tropical storms, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. Speakers may also discuss the impacts of these conditions on topics such as wildfires, agriculture production, disruption to water supply, and ecosystems. The October 25 webinar will feature a special presentation on "Putting Recent Climate and Weather Events in Historical Context." Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/9215585718468903438 ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Implementation of ocean biogeochemical modeling and ocean color data assimilation in the NWS Unified Forecast System |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Xiao Liu, NOAA |
Date & Time: | 25 October 2022
7:30 am - 8:30 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Implementation of ocean biogeochemical modeling and ocean color data assimilation in the Unified Forecast System in support of NCEP's weather, subseasonal-to-seasonal, and ecological predictions Presenter(s): Xiao Liu, NOAA National Weather Service NCEP/EMC Sponsor(s): NOAA Ocean Color Coordinating Group (NOCCG) Seminar Contact(s): Merrie.Neely@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://meet.goto.com/818183349 ![]() Abstract: Ocean biogeochemical processes provide important geophysical feedback to the ocean and weather systems through ocean biophysical and air-sea interactions. In recent years, multi-platform satellite observations provide nearly global coverage of surface ocean color with repeat daily cycles, enabling the assimilation of near real-time ocean color products (e.g. Chl-a, POC, Kd) in ocean forecast systems. Here we present the implementation of a simple ocean biogeochemical model (BLING) and daily assimilation of MODIS and VIIRS ocean color products in the Unified Forecast System - a pre-operational, fully coupled Earth modeling system. We evaluate preliminary ocean analysis results with regard to 1) the impact of biogeochemical data assimilation on simulated ocean physical variables and air-sea fluxes, and 2) the impact of both physical and biogeochemical data assimilation on simulated ocean biogeochemical variables, with a particular focus on prediction skills at timescales of weeks to months. This work is funded through the JPSS/PGRR Program and is in support of the application of sub-seasonal to seasonal predictions at NOAA/NWS/NCEP. Bio(s): Dr. Xiao Liu is a marine ecologist by training and works at the National Weather Services National Center for Environmental Prediction, Environmental Modelling Center in College Park, MD. She uses remote sensing and autonomous in situ observations to model the ocean physical and biological interactions. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: available 24-48 hours following the seminar at this link: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars_NOCCG.php Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars.php. For more information visit: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.php |
Title: | Pacific Northwest Drought Early Warning System Drought & Climate Outlook Webinar |
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Presenter(s): | Joe Boomgard-Zagrodnik, Washington State University; Jon Gottschalk, NOAA Climate Prediction Center; Meghan Collins, Ben Hatchett, Desert Research Institute; Keith Jennings, Lynker |
Date & Time: | 24 October 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Pacific Northwest Drought Early Warning System Drought & Climate Outlook Webinar Presenter(s): Climate Recap & Current Conditions Joe Boomgard-Zagrodnik | Washington State University Seasonal Conditions & Climate Outlook Jon Gottschalk | NOAA Climate Prediction Center Mountain Rain or Snow: Citizen Scientists Help Advance Precipitation Phase Research Meghan Collins & Ben Hatchett | Desert Research Institute Keith Jennings | Lynker Monitoring the Daily Evolution and Extent of Snow Drought Ben Hatchett | Desert Research Institute Seminar Contact(s): Britt Parker (britt.parker@noaa.gov) Abstract: According to the October 4, 2022 U.S. Drought Monitor, 65.2% of the Pacific Northwest Drought Early Warning System (DEWS) is in drought. A very wet spring and early summer greatly improved conditions compared to March, but now we're going in the wrong direction again as drought expands and intensifies. This webinar will provide more information on the current conditions and outlooks, as well as additional presentations on "Mountain Rain or Snow: Citizen Scientists Help Advance Precipitation Phase Research" and "Monitoring the Daily Evolution and Extent of Snow Drought." These webinars provide the region's stakeholders and interested parties with timely information on current and developing drought conditions, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. Speakers will also discuss the impacts of these conditions on things such as wildfires, floods, disruption to water supply and ecosystems, as well as impacts to affected industries like agriculture, tourism, and public health. Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8867791495373650959 ![]() Recordings: Yes, you can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Genesis of the Gulf Stream subseasonal variability in the Florida Straits |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Kandaga Pujiana, Assistant Scientist, NOAA's Atlantic Oceanic Meteorological Laboratory AMOL, Physical Oceanography Division, and the University of Miami/CIMAS |
Date & Time: | 24 October 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Genesis of the Gulf Stream subseasonal variability in the Florida Straits Presenter(s): Dr. Kandaga Pujiana, Assistant Scientist, NOAA/AOML, Physical Oceanography Division, and the University of Miami/CIMAS. Sponsor(s): NOAA's Atlantic Oceanic Meteorological Laboratory (AMOL). Seminar Contact(s): Matthieu Le Henaff, matthieu.lehenaff@noaa.gov Remote Access: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://meet.goto.com/234592901 ![]() You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (312) 757-3121 Access Code: 234-592-901 Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://meet.goto.com/install ![]() Abstract: Subseasonal variability (20 - 100 days) accounts for over a third of the Florida Current volume transport's total variance, yet physical processes controlling the variability remain not fully understood. In this seminar, I will demonstrate that coastal-trapped waves are the primary driver for the subseasonal variation of the Florida Current transport observed from 2001 to 2019. The role of local winds and open ocean signals is of secondary importance. The along-shore wind component of the anomalous North Atlantic subtropical anticyclone generates the subseasonal coastal-trapped waves off the southern Mid-Atlantic Bight coast. The subseasonal waves propagate from Cape May to Apalachicola, behaving as Kelvin waves in the Florida Straits and as continental shelf waves along the rest of the waveguide. They affect the Florida Current transport by up to 2.6 Sv, on average. As the waves propagate into the Gulf of Mexico, their energy substantially dissipates. The wave amplitude at Port Canaveral of up to 15 cm is three times higher than at Apalachicola. I will also discuss concurrent subseasonal changes of the meridional overturning circulation in the North Atlantic. Bio(s): K. Pujiana received his Ph.D. in 2012 at Columbia University (Ocean & Climate Physics Division). He did his postdoctoral at Oregon State University (Ocean Mixing Group) and then at NOAA-PMEL (Global Tropical Moored Buoy Array Division). He is an Assistant Scientist at CIMAS and AOML (Physical Oceanography Division). Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: The seminar will be recorded, and the recording will be available at: https://www.youtube.com/user/phodaoml ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | October 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing |
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Presenter(s): | Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy |
Date & Time: | 21 October 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: October 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing Presenter(s): Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office, and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contacts: Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov); Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) Remote Access: https://alaska.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwkfumhrjgsHNXmVo6pOxmhaualOheTUIkW ![]() Abstract: We will review recent and current climate conditions around Alaska, discuss forecast tools, and finish up with the Climate Prediction Center's forecast for November 2022. Join the gathering online to learn what's happened and what may be in store with Alaska's seasonal climate. Bio(s): Rick Thoman is an expert in Alaska climate and weather. He produces reliable Alaska climate change information and graphics describing Alaska's changing environment. His work spans the bridge between climate modeling, Alaska communities and media. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | What Have We Learned? The Last Year of Deep-Sea Explorations of Papahānaumokuākea |
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Presenter(s): | Allison Funds, Chief Operating Officer, Ocean Exploration Trust, Hkokahalelani Pihana, Executive Director N Waa Mau Marine Stewardship Program, and Daniel Wagner, Chief Scientist, Ocean Exploration Trust |
Date & Time: | 20 October 2022
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET |
Location: | Remote Access Only |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: What Have We Learned? The Last Year of Deep-Sea Explorations of Papahnaumokukea Presenter(s): Allison Funds, Chief Operating Officer, Ocean Exploration Trust, Hkokahalelani Pihana, Executive Director N Waa Mau Marine Stewardship Program, and Daniel Wagner, Chief Scientist, Ocean Exploration Trust Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar contact: Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Remote Access: Register at https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8149638883596161806 ![]() Abstract: In 2022, the Ocean Exploration Trust and partners conducted three telepresence-enabled expeditions aboard E/V Nautilus to explore never-before-surveyed areas within the Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument. Throughout the planning and execution of these missions, the team worked closely with NOAA, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Office of Hawaiian Affairs, and educators to co-develop culturally-relevant science, outreach and education products, particularly those targeting communities in Hawaii and across the Pacific. This webinar will provide an overview of the partnership between the Ocean Exploration Trust and key Monument stakeholders, as well as summarize scientific discoveries of the recent deep-sea explorations of Papahnaumokukea. This presentation is part of the Third Thursday By the Bay Presentation Series at Mokuppapa Discovery Center, which is the visitor center for Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument in Hilo, Hawaii. This lecture series is also supported by the National Marine San More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook |
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Presenter(s): | Laura Edwards, South Dakota State Climatologist; Brad Rippey, USDA Meteorologist |
Date & Time: | 20 October 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook Presenter(s): Laura Edwards | South Dakota State Climatologist; Brad Rippey | USDA Meteorologist Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, USDA Midwest Climate Hub, National Drought Mitigation Center, American Association of State Climatologists, National Weather Service Seminar Contacts: Doug Kluck (doug.kluck@noaa.gov) or Molly Woloszyn (Molly.Woloszyn@noaa.gov) Abstract: The focus area for this webinar series is the North Central region of the U.S. (from the Rockies to the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley). These free monthly webinars provide and interpret timely information on current climate and drought conditions, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. October 2022 topics include growing drought challenges, longer term implications if it were to linger through fall/winter, and drought impacts in the short term; wildfire potential outlooks/updates/impacts; and recent and potential climate/weather impacts including, but not limited to, freeze/frost timing and impacts so far, potential La Nia for the third fall/winter in a row and what does it mean for this region, various crop conditions (yield, production), and temperature/precipitation outlooks for the next month and season. Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7528179497868100876 ![]() Recordings: You can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | What do giants eat? Using stable isotopes to reveal the trophic ecology of a kelp forest predator, the giant sea bass |
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Presenter(s): | Kayla Blincow, PhD, Postdoctoral Researcher, VI-EPSCOR and Center for Marine and Environmental Studies, University of the Virgin Islands |
Date & Time: | 20 October 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: What do giants eat? Using stable isotopes to reveal the trophic ecology of a kelp forest predator, the giant sea bass Presenter(s): Kayla Blincow, PhD, Postdoctoral Researcher, VI-EPSCOR and Center for Marine and Environmental Studies, University of the Virgin Islands Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS NWFSC's Virtual Monster Jam; https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/nwfsc-monster-seminar-jam Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: JOIN WEBEX MEETING https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m62bee8403f564b780ee336ea913890c1 ![]() Meeting number (access code): 2763 830 3906 Meeting password: c63Kb7umFJ2 JOIN BY PHONE +1-415-527-5035 US Toll Global call-in numbers https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/globalcallin.php?MTID=m47f3c4812bd5a86fddec9d8af24ec6b8 ![]() JOIN FROM A VIDEO SYSTEM OR APPLICATION Dial sip:27638303906@noaanmfs-meets.webex.com You can also dial 207.182.190.20 and enter your meeting number. Can't join the meeting? https://collaborationhelp.cisco.com/article/WBX000029055 ![]() Seminars are public meetings, and these may be recorded if the speaker has agreed to do so. If you missed a current seminar and would like to check if a recording is available, please contact Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov ABSTRACT Giant Sea Bass (Stereolepis gigas) in southern California are beginning to recover following severe population declines due to overharvest. This recovery has not only allowed scientists the opportunity to learn more about the species, but also has implications for the trophic dynamics of rocky reef and kelp forest environments throughout their range. Stable isotopes can be used to gain information on consumer diets, trophic interactions, and food web dynamics. In this talk, we will cover how a combination of stable isotope and gut content analyses helped uncover new insights into the trophic ecology of one of southern California's most iconic predators. BIOGRAPHY Kayla Blincow is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of the Virgin Islands. She completed her PhD at Scripps Institution of Oceanography with Dr. Brice Semmens focusing broadly on employing quantitative tools to address fisheries ecology questions. Her dissertation work was varied, ranging from a global analysis of seafood trade to species-specific investigations of the recovery of Giant Sea Bass in southern California. She is currently applying her quantitative ecology expertise to acoustic telemetry projects on St. Thomas and St. John in the US Virgin Islands as part of the NSF VI-EPSCOR program. In addition to her research pursuits, Dr. Blincow is an avid R user with a penchant for convincing the next generation of marine scientists of the importance of statistics and coding. |
Title: | Stranded at Sea: International Seafarers Shipping 90% of Global Trade and Lessons from the Supply Chain Crisis |
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Presenter(s): | Liang Wu, 2022 Knauss Marine Policy and Science Communication Fellow, NOAA Ocean Exploration, Science & Technology and Outreach & Education Divisions; moderated by Elliott Matthews |
Date & Time: | 20 October 2022
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar ONLY |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Stranded at Sea: International Seafarers Shipping 90% of Global Trade and Lessons from the Supply Chain Crisis (2022 Knauss Fellows' Lunch & Learn Series)NOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Liang Wu, 2022 Knauss Marine Policy and Science Communication Fellow, NOAA Ocean Exploration, Science & Technology and Outreach & Education Divisions; moderated by Elliott Matthews Sponsor(s): Sea Grant; NOAA Central Library Seminar Contact(s): NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: During the pandemic-induced supply chain crisis, societies are not only affected by a backlog of cargo but also a backlog of seafarers stranded at sea. In this talk, Liang will shed light on the predicament of 1.89 million seafarers working at the core of cross-oceanic shipping Keywords: supply chain, seafarers, maritime transportation Bio(s): Liang Wu is a doctoral candidate in anthropology who studies the lives of multinational seafarers working on container ships, their lived experiences and meanings of contemporary seamanship that are integral to the transportation of 90% of everyday goods and products. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Celebrating 50 Years of Ocean Conservation and Stewardship |
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Presenter(s): | Claire Fackler, NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries and Chloe McKenna, NOAA affiliate with the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation |
Date & Time: | 19 October 2022
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Celebrating 50 Years of Ocean Conservation and Stewardship Presenter(s): Claire Fackler, NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries and Chloe McKenna, NOAA affiliate with the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar contact: Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Remote Access: Register at https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/9097951171562470927 ![]() Abstract: 50 years ago, the U.S. ushered in a new era of ocean conservation by creating the National Marine Sanctuary System. This network of spectacular underwater parks protect the ocean and Great Lakes and aim to inspire ocean and climate literacy and conservation. Discover what our national marine sanctuaries and marine national monuments have to offer, and how these educational materials can bring the ocean and Great Lakes into your classroom, home, facility, or wherever you learn best. You'll also learn more about our new USPS forever stamps, Reyn Spooner Aloha shirt collab, Sherman's Lagoon comic, NOAA Ocean Guardian Youth Ambassador Program, and exciting new educational materials that our team has worked on all year to celebrate our 50th anniversary. In partnership with the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, we invite you to help us Save Spectacular as we celebrate, discover, explore, and enjoy the unique wonders of the National Marine Sanctuary System. Together we can ensure these special places are sustained as destinations for adventure, solace, and reflection for the next 50 years and beyond. More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA/CVP Tropical Pacific Observing System (TPOS) Process Studies |
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Presenter(s): | Kelvin Richards, University of Hawai'i at Manoa; Aneesh Subramanian, University of Colorado - Boulder |
Date & Time: | 19 October 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NOAA/CVP Tropical Pacific Observing System (TPOS) Process Studies Webinar Series " Session 3 Presenter(s): Kelvin Richards (University of Hawai'i at Manoa); and Aneesh Subramanian (University of Colorado - Boulder) Sponsor(s): NOAA's Climate Variability and Predictability Program Seminar Contact(s): jose.algarin@noaa.govLocation: Webinar Remote Access: Register at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/808724212884499215 ![]() Attendees are muted during the webinar and audio is over the computer, so adjust the volume on your computer speakers or headset. Accessibility: N/A Abstract: The NOAA Climate Variability and Predictability (CVP) Program is hosting a webinar series on the Tropical Pacific Observing System (TPOS) Pre-Field Modeling Studies that will highlight the recent results from the CVP-funded projects. The goal of these modeling studies is to refine the current scientific understanding of the equatorial Pacific climate system, with a specific focus on two process studies identified in the TPOS 2020 First Report, Pacific Upwelling and Mixing Physics (PUMP) and Air"sea Interaction at the eastern edge of the Warm Pool. Their results will assist in the planning of future field campaigns.The third of five sessions will feature two presentations:Capturing small vertical scale features in observations and models, and their impact, by Dr. Kelvin Richards (University of Hawai'i at Manoa)Improved understanding of forecast biases and errors in the Tropics using observing system experiments, by Dr. Aneesh Subramanian (University of Colorado - Boulder) Bio(s): Dr. Kelvin Richards has been a Professor at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa for the past 20 years. Using a combination of observations, theory and numerical experimentation he studies a range of processes that impact the ocean state, ocean-atmosphere interactions and the marine ecosystem. Dr. Aneesh Subramanian's research interests are mainly in climate processes, global and regional weather and climate prediction and coupled ocean-atmosphere data assimilation. Dr. Subramanian received his Ph. D. from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography and went on to become a Postdoctoral Research Scientist and Lecturer in the Physics Department at the University of Oxford. He was then a scientist at the Center for Western Weather and Water Extremes before starting his position as an Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado -Boulder in 2019. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sent to all who registered. Subscribe / Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Fingerprinting Reactive Nitrogen Sources and Chemistry |
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Presenter(s): | Meredith Hastings, Brown University |
Date & Time: | 19 October 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Fingerprinting Reactive Nitrogen Sources and Chemistry NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series Presenter(s): Meredith Hastings, Brown University Sponsor(s): NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory. Seminar Contact(s): caroline.womack@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3998011621783722765 ![]() Abstract: Reactive nitrogen species (including nitrogen oxides, ammonia, nitrate, nitrite, ammonium, and organic nitrates) serve major roles in controlling the composition of our atmosphere, and have a direct impact on ecosystem health and water quality. My research group is focused on using the nitrogen and oxygen stable isotopic composition of reactive nitrogen species to investigate variations in sources, oxidation chemistry, atmospheric transport, and deposition. This seminar will discuss recent method developments, approaches to laboratory versus field experiments and applications from wildfires to agricultural to urban emissions. Bio(s): Meredith Hastings ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: https://csl.noaa.gov/seminars/2022,contingent on speaker approval. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.govwith the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Metagenomic discovery of microbial and host genetic features of the marine polychaete Sirsoe methanicola colonizing a methane hydrate in the Gulf of Mexico |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Jean Lim, Postdoctoral Scholar, College of Marine Science, University of South Florida |
Date & Time: | 19 October 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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Title: | Climate, salmon, and fishing communities: Collaborative, solutions-oriented science for Alaska |
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Presenter(s): | Erik Schoen, University of Alaska |
Date & Time: | 18 October 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Climate, salmon, and fishing communities: Collaborative, solutions-oriented science for Alaska Presenter(s): Erik Schoen, International Arctic Research Center, University of Alaska Fairbanks Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contacts: Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) & Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/climate-salmon-and-fishing/ ![]() Abstract: As Alaska's salmon respond to a rapidly changing environment, our fishing communities are experiencing record highs, disastrous lows, and uncertainty about what the future will bring. Climatic conditions affect salmon throughout their life cycle, from freshwater to the ocean and back. Climate can also influence salmon indirectly via their predators, prey, or pathogens, and through landscape changes like wildfire and melting glaciers. However, scientists are still working to understand which effects are most critical and how we can apply this knowledge to conserve salmon and sustain fishing communities. In this webinar, I will contend that we can better understand and adapt to these changes through collaborations between climate scientists, fisheries biologists, and local communities. I will share insights from student-led fieldwork on local rivers, research melding climate and population models, and conversations among Indigenous knowledge holders, agency scientists, and academics. Finally, I will suggest pathways forward that incorporate traditional knowledge, novel technologies, collaboration, and co-production into the research process. Bio(s): Erik is a fisheries biologist who studies the effects of environmental change on fish populations and aquatic food webs. His research uses field, lab, experimental, and quantitative approaches to tackle problems with implications for natural resource management, conservation, and habitat restoration. Much of his recent research focuses on how Alaskan salmon are responding to a changing environment. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Stags of the sea? On the evolution and function of cranial weapons in sculpins |
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Presenter(s): | Thaddaeus Buser, NOAA/NMFS Alaska Fisheries Science Center, Groundfish Assessment Program, GAP |
Date & Time: | 18 October 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Stags of the sea? On the evolution and function of cranial weapons in sculpins Presenter(s): Thaddaeus Buser, NOAA/NMFS Alaska Fisheries Science Center, Groundfish Assessment Program (GAP) Sponsor(s): NOAA's Alaska Fisheries Science Center Ground fish Seminar Series Seminar Contacts: Liz.Dawson@noaa.gov and Mark. ![]() Remote Access: Join by computer at: https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m161d8630abba4e363a98635052f62a1f ![]() Accessibility: Seminars will be close captioned by Friends Interpreting Services, LLC. Abstract: Many North Pacific fishes are armed with scutes, spines, and barbs. It is generally accepted that these structures defend their bearers against predation, but outside of a few species, the function and evolutionary history of fish weapons remains mysterious. I used a variety of techniques, including CT scans and 3D motion capture to describe the morphology and use of preopercular spines in sculpins and compare the evolutionary drivers of the weaponization of sculpin skulls with better-understood terrestrial models, such as the evolution of antlers in stag deer. Bio(s): Thaddaeus Buser received his Bachelor's degree in Aquatic and Fisheries Science from the University of Washington, his master's degree in Fisheries from the University of Alaska, Fairbanks, and his PhD in Fisheries from Oregon State University. His research interests center around the biology, ecology, and evolution of North Pacific fishes and invertebrates, with a particular enthusiasm for sculpins and their relatives. Before joining the Alaska Fisheries Science Center, Thaddaeus was a post-doc research associate at Rice University, where he studied the diversity and evolution of fish skulls. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: More information and seminar recordings can be found at: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/alaska/outreach-and-education/2022-alaska-fisheries-science-center-groundfish-seminar-series Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Simulating Linear Kinematic Features in Viscous-Plastic Sea Ice Models |
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Presenter(s): | Carolin Mehlmann, Otto-von-Guericke University, Magdeburg , Germany |
Date & Time: | 18 October 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Simulating linear kinematic features in viscous-plastic sea ice models Presenter(s): Carolin Mehlmann (Otto-von-Guericke University, Magdeburg , Germany) Sponsor(s): NOAA Coastal Ocean Modeling Seminars: https://coastaloceanmodels.noaa.gov/seminar/ Seminar contact: Alexander.Kurapov@noaa.gov Remote Access: Connect with Google Meet meet.google.com/kti-ktaw-nes ![]() Phone Numbers (US) +1 414-856-5982 PIN: 248 179# Abstract: TBD Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | The Historic Cemetery Landscape of North Carolina’s coast |
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Presenter(s): | Melissa Timo, Historic Cemetery Specialist, NC Office of State Archaeology |
Date & Time: | 18 October 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Submerged NC: As you are now, so once was I - The Historic Cemetery Landscape of the North Carolina Coast Presenter(s): Melissa Timo, Historic Cemetery Specialist for the NC Office of State Archaeology Sponsor(s): NOAA, ONMS, Monitor National Marine Sanctuaryand the NC Office of State Archaeology Seminar Contact(s): Shannon.Ricles@noaa.gov Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8219689863981154319 ![]() Abstract: North Carolina's coast has some of the oldest historic cemeteries in the state. From death's heads to grave houses to Gullah Geechee influences, this region has a bevy of unique and special funerary traditions visitors can explore. Unfortunately, these landscapes face their own challenges, too.Join Melissa Timo, Historic Cemetery Specialist for the NC Office of State Archaeology (NC OSA), as she discusses cemetery traditions along the North Carolina coast from the 18th through early 20th centuries. Also, learn how the NC Office of State Archaeology is documenting and preserving these cemeteries in the face of adverse effects from climate change, sea level rise, and development. Bio(s): Melissa joined the NC Office of State Archaeology (NC OSA) in April 2019, as a Historic Cemetery Specialist. She obtained her BS. in anthropology and archaeology from Mercyhurst University in Erie, Pennsylvania, and received her MA in historical archaeology, with an emphasis in public archaeology from the University of West Florida in Pensacola, Florida. Before coming to NC OSA, Melissa worked in the private sector, for the Exploring Joara Foundation in Morganton, North Carolina, the Florida Public Archaeology Network, the National Park Service, local historical societies, university archaeology labs and field schools, and the Sagamore Institute of the Adirondacks at Vanderbilt's Great Camp Sagamore. She has a passion for connecting people to their local history, historic cemeteries, and archaeological resources. Recordings: The talk will be recorded; once captioned it will be hosted on the archived webpage: https://monitor.noaa.gov/gallery/webinar-archive.html.Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar weeklyemail: Send an emailto OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Applications of Combined Polar and Geostationary High-resolution Sounding Observations |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. William Smith Sr., Senior Scientist, SSEC at the University of Wisconsin-Madison |
Date & Time: | 17 October 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Applications of Combined Polar and Geostationary High-resolution Sounding Observations Presenter(s): Dr William Smith Sr., Senior Scientist, SSEC at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Sponsor(s): NOAA JPSS Program Seminar Contact(s): Bill Sjoberg (bill.sjoberg@noaa.gov) Remote Access: Meeting ID meet.google.com/uij-brdj-tas ![]() Phone Numbers (US)+1 304-853-3623 PIN: 711 161 368# Abstract: High-resolution hyperspectral satellite sounding is becoming an operational reality during the next decade. China has already launched two GIIRS instruments successfully into geostationary orbit (i.e.,2016 and 2021) and Europe will launch the MTG IRS instrument in 2023. The US is planning to launch a hyperspectral sounder on its next generation geostationary satellite soon during the next decade. Also, fleets of small low inclination satellites are being considered to obtain high-resolution sounding measurements on a global scale to compliment forthcoming regional scale high-resolution geostationary satellite measurements. To prepare for the use of these data, high horizontal and temporal resolution multispectral data from current geostationary satellite imager instruments (i.e., the GOES-ABI and MSG-SEVIRI))have been fused with high vertical resolution polar-orbiting satellite (CrIS and IASI), and cloud penetrating Microwave (ATMS and AMSU), data to produce all-sky condition high spatial (2-km) and temporal (30-minute) resolution soundings, which simulate those to be obtained from future satellite sounding systems. The LEO/GEO fusion derived high-resolution soundings are assimilated into regional numerical forecast models to investigate their impact on Numerical Weather Prediction (NWP) accuracy. It is shown that hourly continuous assimilation of these data enables improved diagnosis of the 3-dimensional wind vector field that, when used to initialize a forecast cycle, improves weather forecasts (i.e., specify precipitation and the location and genesis time of severe convective storms). The high-resolution sounder observations, and their use to initialize regional weather forecasts, have been conducted on a24/7 basis to gather statistically significant forecast improvement results that can be expected future high-resolution sounding systems. More than two years of continuous operation of the high-resolution satellite sounding data assimilation/forecast system has provided validation statistics demonstrating improvements in NWP, in particular precipitation and severe convective weather forecasts over the North American region. The operational utility of the high-resolution soundings, and forecasts generated with them, have also been recently demonstrated during the 2022 Hazardous Weather Testbed experiment. Several examples of the improvement of forecasts of hazardous weather, including tornado and extreme precipitation/flash-flood events are presented to illustrate the potential life-saving impact of high-resolution satellite data. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | An Implementation Plan for Response and Prevention of Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease |
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Presenter(s): | Caroline McLaughlin, National Coral Disease Coordinator, Florida Sea Grant |
Date & Time: | 13 October 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: An Implementation Plan for Response and Prevention of Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease Presenter(s): Caroline McLaughlin, National Coral Disease Coordinator, Florida Sea Grant Sponsor(s): NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program Seminar Contact(s): Caroline Donovan, caroline.donovan@noaa.gov Remote Access: To join the meeting: http://noaacsc.adobeconnect.com/coralscollab/ ![]() Abstract: As of August 2022, SCTLD has affected corals along the entirety of Florida's 360-mile long reef system and has been reported in 22 Caribbean countries and territories, including the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. As of September 2022, the appearance of a SCTLD-like disease was documented at Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary in the Gulf of Mexico. The NOAA Strategy for Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease (SCTLD): An Implementation Plan for Response and Prevention aims to:
Bio(s): Caroline McLaughlin serves as the National Coral Disease Coordinator with Florida Sea Grant in partnership with NOAA's Coral Reef Conservation Program. Caroline has more than a decade of experience in the conservation sector, an academic background in environmental science and policy, and significant experience working to enhance the resilience of coral reefs. Most recently, she worked with the National Parks Conservation Association as the Associate Director of the Sun Coast Region, covering Florida, Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, and Louisiana, where she worked in a leadership role to advance policies to protect marine and coastal ecosystems in and around national parks.Caroline holds a B.A. in Ecosystem Science and Policy and Geography from the University of Miami, and a dual M.A. in Natural Resources, Sustainable Development, and International Affairs from American University in Washington, D.C. and the United Nations' University for Peace in Costa Rica. An avid traveler and lover of the outdoors, Caroline has a passion for the oceans (especially sharks!) and spending time with her golden retriever, Lionpaw Lani. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:A recording of the presentation will be sent out via email after the webinar. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA CoastWatch: Climate Change Impacts on the Ocean: Compound Extreme Events Along the U.S. West Coast and Global Ocean Memory |
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Presenter(s): | Hui Shi, NOAA Central Pacific OceanWatch |
Date & Time: | 13 October 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Climate Change Impacts on the Ocean: Compound Extreme Events Along the U.S. West Coast and Global Ocean Memory Presenter(s): Hui(Daisy) Shi, NOAA Central Pacific OceanWatch Abstract: From 2013 to 2016, a severe marine heatwave occurred in the Northeast Pacific while an exceptional multi-year drought prevailed along the U.S. West Coast. The co-occurrence of these extreme events has caused significant economical-ecological impacts on the coastal marine and terrestrial systems. Using the projections from the latest earth system models, we explored the future changes of these compound extremes. During the study, we found not only extreme events, but global ocean memory (defined as the temporal autocorrelation in surface temperature anomalies) is also changing under climate change. Remote Access: Video call link: https://meet.google.com/uco-uboz-cmk ![]() Or dial: (US) +1 406-838-3189 PIN: 768 242 663# Sponsor(s): NOAA CoastWatch (STAR) Seminar Contact(s): Victoria.Wegman@noaa.gov Slides, Recordings Other Materials: available 24-48 hours following the seminar at this link: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars.php Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars.php |
Title: | Enhancing Forecast Value with Artificial Intelligence |
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Presenter(s): | Sue Ellen Haupt, National Center for Atmospheric Research, NCAR |
Date & Time: | 13 October 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Enhancing Forecast Value with Artificial Intelligence Presenter(s): Sue Ellen Haupt, National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) Sponsor(s): Office of Science and Technology Integration (OSTI) Modeling Division, National Weather Service of NOAA. If you would like to recommend a speaker and topic please email: ufs.modeling@noaa.gov and provide information on speaker and topic along with email addresses of speakers. Seminar Contact(s): Stacy Mackell (stacy.mackell@noaa.gov) and Caroline Delgado (caroline.delgado@noaa.gov)Remote Acess: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2327840262424013581 ![]() Abstract: This talk will review how AI/ML has been advancing our capabilities to model the weather and climate. Modern forecast systems benefit from having AI blended with physics approaches to optimize forecast accuracy, speed, and applicability. First, we'll discuss ML postprocessing, which allows us to merge model output with historical observations to improve real-time forecasts. This widely applied method has been a boon to forecast improvement for a variety of applications. We'll review NCAR's Dynamic Integrated Forecast System (DICast) as an example of a successful post processing system. We'll describe how we blend that and other AI methods with numerical models for renewable energy applications among others. Secondly, ML replacements and emulations of model physical parameterizations has the potential to not only greatly speed computations, but when built with observational data, to also provide more accurate solutions. Work on multiple parameterizations have shown major potential to advance modeling capabilities, including one for surface layer parameterizations that has proven to provide advances beyond standard methods, even at sites where it was not trained. Finally, using AI/ML to actually produce model output is beginning to show real potential. One example is using deep learning to provide high-resolution features conditioned on a coarser simulation. After being trained on high-resolution model output, this approach can provide plausible high-resolution images even on regions where it was not originally trained. These applications suggest a potential for future fully learned AI/ML modeling capability. These types of advances are in the midst of revolutionizing how we model the atmosphere. Bio(s): Dr. Sue Ellen Haupt is a Senior Scientist at the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) and Deputy Director of its Research Applications Laboratory (RAL). She is also a Fellow of the American Meteorological Society (AMS), where she currently serves as Commissioner of the Commission on the Weather, Water, and Climate Enterprise, as well as Contributing and Founding Director of the World Energy and Meteorology Council (WEMC). Dr. Haupt is an expert in boundary layer meteorology, large-scale atmospheric dynamics, applications of artificial intelligence in the environmental sciences, renewable energy, dynamical systems, numerical methods, and computational fluid dynamics. Her specialty is in applying novel numerical techniques to problems in the environmental sciences in both basic and applied research. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:All PowerPoints and recordings from past webinars can be accessed at the UFS webinar web page ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | River Herring and Blue Catfish Research Conducted by AFS Potomac Chapter Travel Award Recipients |
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Presenter(s): | Seth Gibbons, Clemson University (East Carolina University at time of travel grant), PhD student; and Vaskar Nepal, Western Illinois University, Assistant Professor of Biology |
Date & Time: | 13 October 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: River Herring and Blue Catfish Research Conducted by AFS Potomac Chapter Travel Award RecipientsNOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Seth Gibbons, Clemson University (East Carolina University at time of travel grant), PhD student; and Vaskar Nepal, Western Illinois University, Assistant Professor of Biology *The speakers will be introduced by AFS Potomac Chapter President Julie Difilippi Simpson Sponsor(s): NOAA Fisheries and AFS Potomac Chapter Seminar Contacts: NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3156822554089037582 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the ![]() ![]() ![]() Abstract: The Potomac Chapter of the American Fisheries Society (AFS) funds an annual award, named for former Potomac Chapter President (and NMFS leader) Richard Schaefer, for a promising graduate student to attend and make a presentation at the AFS annual meeting. Two recent awardees, Seth Gibbons and Vaskar Nepal, will describe their research on river herring environmental DNA, and salinity and thermal tolerance of blue catfish, respectively. These presentations should be of interest to anyone interested in the Potomac River watershed, invasive species, eDNA, and AFS work in the local Washington, DC area. Keywords: river herring, blue catfish, eDNA Bio(s): Seth Gibbons is a third-year PhD student at Clemson University, in the Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Department. He received a BS in Wildlife Biology (with a minor in History) from Lees-McRae College and an MS in Biology (with a concentration in Environmental and Organismic Biology) from East Carolina University. His prior research has focused on using environmental DNA to assist management decisions for freshwater and anadromous fish. Dr. Vaskar Nepal completed his PhD at Virginia Institute of Marine Science in 2020, where he was subsequently a post-doctoral researcher for two years. His research interest is in ecophysiology and life-history of fishes. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Sequential sampling for chemical analysis and how it can fill data gaps about life history and habitat use: Case studies on sea turtle bones and marine mammal teeth |
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Presenter(s): | Calandra Turner Tomaszewicz, PhD, Research Biologist NOAA Southwest Fisheries Science Center, Marine Mammal and Turtle Division |
Date & Time: | 13 October 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Sequential sampling for chemical analysis and how it can fill data gaps about life history and habitat use: Case studies on sea turtle bones and marine mammal teeth Presenter(s): Calandra Turner Tomaszewicz, PhD, Research Biologist NOAA Southwest Fisheries Science Center, Marine Mammal and Turtle Division Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS.NWFSC's Virtual Monster Jam; https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/nwfsc-monster-seminar-jam Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: Join via webinar: Join WebEx meeting ![]() ![]() Abstract: Understanding multi-year habitat use and age-specific movement patterns is a primary goal in ongoing efforts to recover protected marine species globally. Specifically, the need to estimate residency, survivorship, and growth rates in different habitats, is critical for accurate population assessments and conservation planning. Yet for many of these long-lived and migratory animals, progress on estimating these multi-year movement and demographic parameters can be difficult " largely due to the inability to follow and monitor these animals underwater throughout their entire life cycle. Despite these challenges, advances are being made through the synergistic application of multiple different techniques, and gradually the understanding of multi-year movement and age and growth for several threatened and endangered marine species is improving. Here we share the approach of one of these useful combination of methods, skeleto+iso, in which the sequential sampling of accretionary tissues is helping to recreate multi-year movements of animals to inform the recovery and management efforts of specific populations. Case studies will share about the application of this efficient method on different sea turtle populations and marine mammal species. The sampling of different tissues for various chemical markers can be extremely useful in assessing diet, habitat, health and reproductive status " one commonly applied analyses is stable nitrogen (15N) and carbon (13C) isotope analysis of either bulk tissue, or compound specific amino acids. The tissues commonly used include skin (for snapshot insights), or accretionary tissues such as humerus bones or teeth (for multi-year records). Skeletochronology combines histology techniques and image analysis to quantify growth layers, analogous to tree rings, and these annual growth layers contain individual histories in sequential layers. When the skeleto+iso are combined, the results (age, age-at-maturity, size, annual growth, ontogenetic shifts, habitat, diet, etc.) are indexed to multiple years of an individual animal's life. This process can also be linked with other analyses including hormones, genetics, trace elements, captures/photo ID, satellite tracking and more, all to disclose more detailed information on population demographics, ecology and movement of protected species. BIOGRAPHY Cali Turner Tomaszewicz is a Research Biologist at the Southwest Fisheries Science Center, in the Marine Mammal and Turtle Division. As part of the Marine Turtle Ecology and Assessment Program, she conducts population ecology and demographic research on marine sea turtles and marine mammals. At the Southwest Fisheries Science Center, she's worked in close partnership with the Marine Turtle Ecology and Assessment Program (MTEAP) since 2008, and combines field and lab work to answer key questions about the life history, habitat use patterns (migrations and foraging), and population ecology for protected marine species - largely focusing on sea turtles in the Pacific. Her primary research techniques include: skeletochronology, biogeochemical analysis, and mark-recapture. At the SWFSC, she designs and conducts collaborative lab- and field-based research, and manages the Marine Turtle Demography Lab. She received her undergraduate degree at Claremont McKenna College in 2001, majoring in Environment, Economics & Politics. In 2009 she received a Masters degree at Scripps Institution of Oceanography in Marine Biodiversity & Conservation, and in 2016 completed her Ph.D. at the University of California San Diego in Biology. Her graduate and postgraduate research has focused on multiple sea turtle species (greens, loggerheads, hawksbills, and flatbacks), Northern fur seals, humpback and blue whales, and she is also currently helping advise additional graduate student projects focused on California sea lions and killer whales. |
Title: | Data to Decisions: Climate Products and Services to Support Gulf of Mexico Decision Makers |
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Presenter(s): | Sharon Mesick, Regional Climate Services Director, Southern Region, NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information; Victor Murphy, Climate and COOP Services Program Manager, Operational Services Division, NOAA National Weather Service Southern Region |
Date & Time: | 13 October 2022
10:00 am - 11:00 am ET |
Location: | Webinar, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Data to Decisions: Climate Products and Services to Support Gulf of Mexico Decision Makers NOAA Gulf of Mexico Forum Webinar Series Presenter(s): Sharon Mesick, Regional Climate Services Director, Southern Region, NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information; Victor Murphy, Climate and Continuity of Operations (COOP) Services Program Manager, Operational Services Division, NOAA National Weather Service Southern Region Sponsor(s): NOAA's Gulf of Mexico Regional Collaboration Team, a part of NOAA's Regional Collaboration Network Seminar Contact(s): Kristen Laursen, Kristen.R.Laursen@noaa.gov , NOAA Fisheries and Regional Collaboration Network Remote Access: Register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8822582882227444750 ![]() After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. For your awareness, this webinar will be recorded and shared. Abstract: NOAA's Southern Regional Climate Services provide data, information products, and services to support climate-scale decision making across the 10-state and Caribbean region. This forum will highlight some recent information product releases, and seeks to gather information from Gulf constituents about the types of products and services that are needed to help advance your mission in the Gulf of Mexico. Bio(s): Sharon Mesick is the Regional Climate Services Director for the Southern Region. She is responsible for connecting regional constituents with NOAA data, products and services to meet their mission needs. She has been with NOAA for almost 20 years, most of this time with the NOAA Coastal Data Development program focused on Gulf of Mexico issues. Victor Murphy is the Climate and Continuity of Operations (COOP) Services Program Manager for the National Weather Service Southern Region, based at the Weather Service Headquarters office in Ft. Worth Texas. He is responsible for product dissemination, decision support services, and upper air and marine observations for the Region, including the Gulf of Mexico. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Please contact Kristen.R.Laursen@noaa.gov for the recording and/or PDF. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | NCCOS National Competitive Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Programs FY 2023 Funding Opportunity for Prevention Control and Mitigation of Harmful Algal Bloom (PCMHAB) and Monitoring and Event Response for Harmful Algal Blooms (MERHAB) programs |
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Presenter(s): | Marc Suddleson, Maggie Broadwater, Brittany King, Felix Martinez, Quay Dortch |
Date & Time: | 12 October 2022
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Please share with anyone (NOAA or not) who might be interested; thanks. Title: NCCOS National Competitive Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Programs FY 2023 Funding Opportunity for Prevention Control and Mitigation of Harmful Algal Bloom (PCMHAB) and Monitoring and Event Response for Harmful Algal Blooms (MERHAB) programs Presenter(s): Marc Suddleson, Maggie Broadwater, Brittany King, all of National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS) Competitive Research Program (CRP) Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) Science Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Varis.Ransi@noaa.gov, co-coordinator NOAA NOS Science Seminar Series Remote Access: Register here: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/habfunding2023/event/registration.html ![]() 1. If you have downloaded and used Adobe Connect recently, you do not need to download it but you can test it here ![]() 2. If you have NOT used Adobe Connect, you must download Adobe connect ahead of time to use it, and your IT staff may need to do it. The download info is here ![]() ![]() 3. After downloading and testing Adobe Connect, register at link above. Attendees are muted during the webinar and audio is over the computer, so adjust the volume on your computer speakers or headset. Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: NOAA's National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS) is pleased to announce a Fiscal Year 2023 Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) soliciting proposals for the Prevention Control and Mitigation of Harmful Algal Bloom (PCMHAB)and Monitoring and Event Response for Harmful Algal Blooms (MERHAB) national competitive research programs. Targeted PCMHAB proposals will advance new methods for HAB toxin measurement in seafood to prevent human illnesses. MERHAB targeted and regional proposals will build and sustain capacity for monitoring and observing of HABs and associated toxins. NCCOS is making approximately $2.8 million dollars available for selected multi-year project spending availability of FY2023 Federal appropriations. The deadline for required letters of intent is November 08, 2022. The deadline for full applications is January 31, 2023. The full NOFO is available online at: https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=343841 Bio(s): Marc Suddleson is a competitive research program manager with the National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in Silver Spring Maryland, USA. Marc has overseen the creation and management of national research programs, including the Monitoring and Event Response for HABs (MERHAB) research program for over 20 years building effective partnerships between federal labs, universities, state and tribal agencies and industry to develop and implement harmful algae monitoring, alert, prediction and response systems. Marc is a member of the U.S. National HAB Committee and of the International Society for the Study of Harmful Algae.Dr. Maggie Broadwater is a program manager in the Competitive Research Program at NOAA's National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS). She previously worked as a research scientist in the NCCOS Marine Forensics and Marine Biotoxins Programs in Charleston, SC. Dr. Broadwater holds a B.S. in Biochemistry from the College of Charleston, M.S. in Biomedical Sciences, and a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the Medical University of South Carolina.Dr. Brittany King is a specialist in the Competitive Research Program at NOAA's National Center for Coastal Ocean Science. Dr. King holds a B.S. in Marine and Environmental Science from Hampton University, MESM in Environmental Science and Management from the Bren School at UC Santa Barbara, and a Ph.D. in Fisheries Science from Oregon State University. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sent to all who registered. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Improving Beach Management in South Carolina by Defining Piping Plover Foraging Habitats |
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Presenter(s): | Andrew Tweel, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, tweela@dnr.sc.gov |
Date & Time: | 12 October 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar SeriesDate & Time: 12 October 2022, 2 - 3 pm ET Title: Improving Beach Management in South Carolina by Defining Piping Plover Foraging Habitats Presenter(s):
Sponsor(s): This webinar is sponsored by the NERRS Science CollaborativeSeminar Contacts: Doug George (douglas.george@noaa.gov) or Nick Soberal (nsoberal@umich.edu) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6342610215153718796 ![]() Shorebird populations are declining globally in the face of sea level rise, increasing coastal development, and shoreline modifications. The piping plover and red knot have exhibited population declines in recent years, particularly in the intertidal habitats of South Carolina. Recent research has established linkages between benthic prey abundance and foraging activity along South Carolina beaches; however, most of these projects focused on determining impacts from shoreline modification, rather than quantifying habitat characteristics. Identifying characteristics associated with optimal foraging habitat can help inform state and federal permitting and habitat management activities in areas these shorebirds inhabit. A project team at the ACE Basin Reserve worked with the SC Department of Natural Resources and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to develop a habitat assessment tool for the piping plover and red knot. In this webinar, project lead Andrew Tweel will share methods and outcomes of the project, including a refined list of preferred prey species for piping plovers and a preliminary list for red knots. Tweel will discuss what prey species are important, what makes certain areas foraging hotspots for the piping plover and red knot, and how this information can inform management decisions within South Carolina and across the U.S. Bio(s): Please visit here ![]() |
Title: | U.S. Southwest Drought Briefing |
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Presenter(s): | Jon Meyer, Simon Wang, Utah Climate Center at Utah State University |
Date & Time: | 11 October 2022
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: U.S. Southwest Drought Briefing Presenter(s): Current Climate Conditions and OutlookJon Meyer | Utah Climate Center at Utah State UniversityUsing Twitter Data to Monitor and Predict DroughtSimon Wang | Utah Climate Center at Utah State University Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), USDA Southwest Climate Hub Seminar Contact(s): Joel Lisonbee (joel.lisonbee@noaa.gov), NOAA/OAR Climate Program Office Register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4639505183515134222 ![]() Abstract: The Southwest is in long-term drought even as the monsoon continues into fall. This webinar will look at current and forecast drought conditions for Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, and Utah. Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6200831490394183180 ![]() Recordings: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Observing Alaskan Lake and River Ice through Fresh Eyes: Focus on Freeze-up |
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Presenter(s): | Chris Arp, Water and Environmental Research Center UAF |
Date & Time: | 11 October 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Observing Alaskan Lake and River Ice through Fresh Eyes: Focus on Freeze-up Presenter(s): Chris Arp, Water and Environmental Research Center, UAF Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contact(s): Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) & Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/fresh-eyes-focus-on-freeze-up/ ![]() Abstract: Seeing ice first form on lakes and rivers signals the start of winter for many Alaskans. Despite longer and warmer falls in recent years, trends in freeze-up timing are often inconclusive. Part of this challenge may be defining whether freeze-up occurs as a single-day event or a progressive process with widely varied timing depending on the waterbody and season of interest. Defining freeze-up in terms that matter to how people use waters for travel, recreation, and subsistence is likely just as important. As part of a new freshwater ice observation program, Fresh Eyes on Ice, we are looking for citizen observations and insights into freeze-up and the entire ice cycle. We'll discuss new efforts being made to improve ice observation in Alaska and ways that you can help. Bio(s): Chris Arp is a Research Professor at the Water and Environmental Research Center at the University of Alaska, Fairbanks. His Research interests include Landscape and watershed-scale functions of lakes and wetlands and patterns and process of river systems. He is also interested in Community-based monitoring, citizen science, and science education. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Phylogenetic imputation of reproductive, behavioral, and morphometric traits, and their use in joint species distribution models to understand community assembly |
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Presenter(s): | James Thorson, NOAA/NMFS Alaska Fisheries Science Center AFSC, Habitat and Ecological Process Research Program, HEPR |
Date & Time: | 11 October 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Phylogenetic imputation of reproductive, behavioral, and morphometric traits, and their use in joint species distribution models to understand community assembly Presenter(s): James Thorson (NOAA/NMFS Alaska Fisheries Science Center (AFSC), Habitat and Ecological Process Research Program (HEPR) Sponsor(s): NOAA's Alaska Fisheries Science Center Ground fish Seminar Series Seminar Contacts: Liz.Dawson@noaa.gov and Mark. ![]() Remote Access: Join by computer at: https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m161d8630abba4e363a98635052f62a1f ![]() Accessibility: Seminars will be close captioned by Friends Interpreting Services, LLC. Abstract: We estimate evolutionary mechanisms governing fish life-history, and review phylogenetic structural equation models. We then use trait estimates to identify associations between traits and habitat utilization for groundfishes in the Gulf of Alaska. Bio(s): James Thorson leads the Habitat and Ecological Processes Research Program at AFSC, which involves envisioning future research and partnerships regarding Essential Fish Habitat and Loss of Sea Ice. He hopes to encourage further synthesis of direct and impacts of fishing on population status and productivity. He also collaborates with researchers in all AFSC divisions to integrate monitoring, process research, and modelling efforts to respond to ongoing changes in climate and resulting habitat. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: More information and seminar recordings can be found at: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/alaska/outreach-and-education/2022-alaska-fisheries-science-center-groundfish-seminar-series Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Using unsupervised machine learning to characterize upper ocean temperature structures in the European Arctic |
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Presenter(s): | Erin Thomas, Los Alamos National Laboratory, NM |
Date & Time: | 11 October 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Using unsupervised machine learning to characterize upper ocean temperature structures in the European Arctic Presenter(s): Erin Thomas (Los Alamos National Laboratory, NM) Sponsor(s): NOAA Coastal Ocean Modeling Seminars: https://coastaloceanmodels.noaa.gov/seminar/ Seminar contact: Alexander.Kurapov@noaa.gov Remote Access: Connect with Google Meet meet.google.com/kti-ktaw-nes ![]() Phone Numbers (US) +1 414-856-5982 PIN: 248 179# Abstract: In-situ observations of subsurface ocean temperatures are often inconsistently distributed in time and space. This creates challenges for ocean model evaluation or understanding large-scale ocean characteristics. This seminar will present an unsupervised neural networking technique that we use to characterize ocean temperatures in the European Arctic and provide information on the accuracy of modeled vertical ocean temperature profiles. Self-organizing maps (SOM) is an unsupervised machine learning technique that we apply to approximately twenty thousand Argo and CTD temperature profiles from 2012 to 2020 in the European Arctic to categorize the observed vertical ocean temperature structures in the top 150 m. The observed temperature structures are then used to validate the spatial and temporal variability of modeled vertical temperature structures in the TOPAZ4 model. This analysis gives us new insights about the model's capabilities to reproduce specific vertical structures of the top-most ocean layer. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Tropical Pacific Observing System (TPOS) Process Studies Webinar Series – Session 2 |
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Presenter(s): | Dongxiao Zhang University of Washington/CICOES and NOAA/PMEL; Jieshun Zhu NOAA/NCEP/Climate Prediction Center |
Date & Time: | 6 October 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Tropical Pacific Observing System (TPOS) Process Studies Webinar Series " Session 2 Presenter(s): Dongxiao Zhang (University of Washington/CICOES and NOAA/PMEL); and Jieshun Zhu (NOAA/NCEP/Climate Prediction Center) Sponsor(s): NOAA's Climate Variability and Predictability Program Seminar Contact(s): Jose Algarin jose.algarin@noaa.gov Remote Access: Register at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/808724212884499215 ![]() Abstract: The NOAA Climate Variability and Predictability (CVP) Program is hosting a webinar series on the Tropical Pacific Observing System (TPOS) Pre-Field Modeling Studies that will highlight the recent results from the CVP-funded projects. The goal of these modeling studies is to refine the current scientific understanding of the equatorial Pacific climate system, with a specific focus on two process studies identified in the TPOS2020 First Report, Pacific Upwelling and Mixing Physics (PUMP) and Air"sea Interaction at the eastern edge of the Warm Pool. Their results will assist in the planning of future field campaigns. This first of five sessions will feature two presentations:Saildrone USV pilot studies for the Tropical Pacific Observing System, by Dr. Dongxiao Zhang (University of Washington/CICOES and NOAA/PMEL)An OSSE study on roles of TAO/TRITON and Argo in tropical Pacific observing system, by Dr. Jieshun Zhu (NOAA/NCEP/Climate Prediction Center) Bio(s): Dr. Dongxiao Zhang is a Principal Research Scientist of the Cooperative Institute for Climate, Ocean, and Ecosystem Studies (CICOES) at University of Washington and NOAA's Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory (PMEL). He studies ocean circulation and its impacts on climate variability, and the multiscale air-sea interactions with observations from moored buoys and Uncrewed Surface Vehicles (USV). He has led and co-led a number of USV saildrone observations, including the Tropical Pacific Observing System and the Atlantic hurricane missions.Dr. Jieshun Zhu is a meteorologist at NOAA's Climate Prediction Center. His research interests include climate prediction and modeling, and air-sea interactions at various time scales. He also works on ocean data assimilation and some TPOS-related observing system experiments. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Within a few days of the webinar, a link t o the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sent to all who registered. Subscribe / Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA’s Cooperative Institute for Ocean Exploration, Research, and Technology: Linking Exploration to Conservation |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Joshua D. Voss, Associate Research Professor and Executive Director of CIOERT |
Date & Time: | 6 October 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NOAA's Cooperative Institute for Ocean Exploration, Research, and Technology: Linking Exploration to ConservationNOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Dr. Joshua D. Voss, Associate Research Professor and Executive Director of CIOERT; Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute Sponsor(s): NOAA Ocean Exploration and NOAA Central Library Seminar Contacts: Joanne Flanders (joanne.flanders@noaa.gov) and NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: This seminar will combine stories, science, stunning visuals to highlight the major accomplishments of NOAA's Cooperative Institute for Ocean Exploration, Research, and Technology (CIOERT). Led by Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute in partnership with the NOAA Office of Ocean Exploration (and Research), University of North Carolina Wilmington, University of Miami, and SRI International, CIOERT's vision has been to transform the way we explore our oceans through novel approaches and technology. We have served NOAA strategic priorities in three theme areas: exploration of continental shelf edge frontiers, research on vulnerable coral and sponge ecosystems, and development of advanced underwater technologies. Since 2010 CIOERT has conducted more than 40 research cruises focused on deep and mesophotic coral reef exploration and characterization, resulting in the discovery of new species, expanded and revised habitat maps, newly identified coral reef resources, and improved understanding of ecological connectivity among coral reef ecosystems. These studies have provided critical data and recommendations to enhance marine ecosystem management, including the establishment of 2 new MPAs and expansion of 5 existing MPAs. CIOERT has successfully developed new technologies for ocean research and exploration including custom ROV sampling equipment, noninvasive technology to measure coral metabolism, an integrated state-of-the-art mesopelagic system, and the first ever invertebrate cultured cell line. CIOERT researchers have discovered novel marine compounds with demonstrated activity against MRSA, tuberculosis, and triple negative breast cancer. More than 125 graduate and undergraduate students have participated in CIOERT research and training programs. Finally, CIOERT researchers have contributed to 23 telepresence-enabled exploration missions engaging thousands of shoreside scientists, graduate and undergraduate students, high school classes, and members of the interested public. Keywords: technology, ocean research, exploration Bio(s): Dr. Joshua Voss is an Associate Research Professor at Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute, Chair of the Harbor Branch Faculty Assembly, and Executive Director of NOAA's Cooperative Institute for Ocean Exploration, Research, and Technology. His primary areas of interest include shallow and mesophotic coral reef ecology, coral health and disease, molecular ecology, and marine conservation and management. Through Harbor Branch's Robertson Coral Reef Program and CIOERT he works to discover, characterize, and protect coral reefs ecosystems. Voss is a certified technical rebreather diver and scuba instructor who has completed over 1500 scientific dives and led more than 40 scientific expeditions primarily in the wider Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico. Voss teaches undergraduate courses in the Harbor Branch Semester by the Sea Program and the Florida Institute of Oceanography's marine field studies program, graduate courses in FAU's Department of Biology, and molecular workshops for high school students. Voss has served on various committees including the South Atlantic Fisheries Management Council Coral Advisory Panel, Southeast Florida Coral Reef Initiative Team and as co-lead of their Technical Advisory Committee, the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary Technical Advisory Committee, the South Florida Marine Research Hub, and FAU's Diving and Boating Safety Committee. After growing in central Florida, Voss attended Elon University in North Carolina and completed a B.S. in Biology along with minors in Philosophy and Chemistry. He earned his Ph.D. in Biological Sciences at Florida International University in Miami, and was a member of the Marine Science faculty at Eckerd College in St. Petersburg before joining FAU Harbor Branch. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Using amino acid stable isotopes from pinniped museum specimens to trace a century of environmental change through northeast Pacific food webs |
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Presenter(s): | Megan Feddern, PhD; Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Alaska Fairbanks |
Date & Time: | 6 October 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Using amino acid stable isotopes from pinniped museum specimens to trace a century of environmental change through northeast Pacific food webs Presenter(s): Megan Feddern, PhD; Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Alaska Fairbanks Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS.NWFSC's Virtual Monster Jam; https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/nwfsc-monster-seminar-jam Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: Join via webinar (updated 10/05/2022 4:00 pm) Meeting number: 2762 241 3566 Join via phone 1-415-527-5035 U.S. Toll FreeCan't join the meeting? Contact support |
Title: | Occurence of Vibrios, Mnemiopsis leidyi and their associated bacterial communities found in The Maryland Coastal Bays |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Detbra Rosales, NSF-CREST postdoctoral fellow with the University of Maryland Eastern shore and NOAA Cooperative Oxford Laboratory |
Date & Time: | 6 October 2022
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Please share with anyone (NOAA or not) who might be interested; thanks. Title: Occurrence of Vibrios, Mnemiopsis leidyi and their associated bacterial communities found in The Maryland Coastal Bays Presenter(s): Dr. Detbra Rosales, postdoctoral fellow with the University of Maryland Eastern shore and NOAA Cooperative Oxford Laboratory. Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) Science Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Varis.Ransi@noaa.gov, co-coordinator NOAA NOS Science Seminar Series Remote Access: Register here: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/detbrarosales/event/registration.html ![]() 1. If you have downloaded and used Adobe Connect recently, you do not need to download it but you can test it here ![]() 2. If you have NOT used Adobe Connect, you must download Adobe connect ahead of time to use it, and your IT staff may need to do it. The download info is here ![]() ![]() 3. After downloading and testing Adobe Connect, register at link above. Attendees are muted during the webinar and audio is over the computer, so adjust the volume on your computer speakers or headset. Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: Ctenophores play an important role in marine ecosystem and can affect the structure of the planktonic food web. They can release a large amount of nutrients and organic matter, which can stimulate bacterial growth and alter bacterial composition. The interaction between bacteria and Ctenophores is poorly understood, especially the interaction between Ctenophores and Vibrios. This presentation will focus on the distribution and abundance of the Ctenophore Mnemiopsis leidyi and association with Vibrios in the Maryland Coastal Bays (MCBs). Along with deciphering the microbial communities associated to M. leidyi. Understanding the relationship between Vibrios and M. leidyi may be useful in the development of a vibrio predictive model for the MCBs. Bio(s): Dr. Detbra Rosales is a NSF-CREST postdoctoral fellow with the University of Maryland Eastern shore and NOAA cooperative oxford lab. She received her B.S (environmental science) from SUNY Binghamton in 2010 and M.A in (biology) from CUNY Brooklyn college in 2012. She completed her Ph.D. (Marine Estuarine Environmental Science) in 2020 from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Her research focuses on the ecology of Vibrios and harmful algal species. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sent to all who registered. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science SeminarSeries website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Ku a Lanakila Nā Mahi Iʻa: the Fish Farmers Stand Victorious |
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Presenter(s): | Brenda Asuncion, Hui Mlama Loko I'a Coordinator, KUA Hawaii; Randie Hovatter, Communications Specialist, NOAA Office of Aquaculture |
Date & Time: | 5 October 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Ku a Lanakila N Mahi Ia: the Fish Farmers Stand Victorious Presenter(s): Brenda Asuncion, Hui Mlama Loko I'a Coordinator, KUA Hawaii ![]() Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of Aquaculture Seminar Contact(s): Randie Hovatter (randie.hovatter@noaa.gov) Remote Access: Register at: https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?RGID=r94aa858828c1176fb1dadf602aae1153 ![]() Abstract: This installment of the NOAA Science Seminar Series is presented by the NOAA Office of Aquaculture (OAQ). The webinar will consist of a 30-40 minute presentation, followed by moderated Q&A for the remainder of the hour. It will be recorded.This project uses oral history documentation to uplift the innovation and pioneering spirit of the elder generation of Hawaii aquaculturists. Hawaii-based nonprofit Kuaina Ulu Auamo (KUA) aims to document the lived experiences of growing seafood as a means to ensure we continue to hold restorative aquaculture as a crucial part of our food systems into the future. We also hope to increase awareness of aquaculture achievements in Hawaii, including successes in modern aquaculture as well as the resilience of loko ia as the oldest form of mariculture and aquaculture innovation in the islands. The project also increases community capacity to do oral history documentation by providing resources for training and technical support for audio recording and transcription. We will share about the pilot phase of the project in which nine participants were interviewed on three different islands. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to oneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Sitka Landslide Risk Dashboard & Geohazards in Southeast Alaska |
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Presenter(s): | Annette Patton, Sitka Sound Science Center, and Jacyn Schmidt, Central Council Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska |
Date & Time: | 5 October 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Sitka Landslide Risk Dashboard & Geohazards in Southeast Alaska Presenter(s): Annette Patton (Sitka Sound Science Center); and Jacyn Schmidt (Central Council Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska) Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office, and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contacts: Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) and Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/vaws-landslide-risk-dashboard/ ![]() Abstract: Rain-induced landslides pose risk to lives and infrastructure across Southeast Alaska. After the fatal landslide in Sitka in August, 2015, the community convened experts to consider strategies to mitigate landslide risk. Over the last five years, the Sitka Sound Science Center has partnered with an inter-disciplinary, inter-agency team of local and technical experts to develop and disseminate a landslide risk dashboard. The dashboard uses NWS rainfall data to estimate current and forecasted landslide probability and is now available to the public at sitkalandslide.org ![]() Bio(s): Annette Patton is the Lead Geoscientist at the Sitka Sound Science Center. One of her main topics of research is understanding landslide initiation, including the geology, geomorphology, and weather patterns that make a hillslope more susceptible to landslides and debris flows. Her PhD research focused on evaluating the impacts of climate change on landslide occurrence in Denali National Park. Recently, Annette's work includes research to develop and implement the landslide forecasting system in Sitka and other communities in Southeast Alaska. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Past and Recent Developments in Microphysical Modeling |
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Presenter(s): | Greg Thompson, JCSDA Observations Project Scientist |
Date & Time: | 5 October 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Brad Ferrier Lecture - Past and Recent Developments in Microphysical Modeling Presenter(s): Greg Thompson, JCSDA Observations Project Scientist Sponsor(s): NWS/NCEP/EMC Brad Ferrier Lecture Seminar Contact(s): Jeff McQueen, jeff.mcqueen@noaa.gov, EMC Seminar committee Remote Access: Google Meeting link - meet.google.com/geu-yinb-mwk ![]() Abstract: Brad Ferrier was a pioneer in developing a two-moment bulk microphysical parameterization for numerical weather prediction, and much of his seminal 1994 paper has been coded into numerous schemes of the past 25 years. Unfortunately, computational resources always forced simplifications of his complex scheme to adapt into the NCEP operational environment. In his own words, this was the infamous "Physics Wheel of Pain." Nevertheless, Brad found ways to incorporate major concepts from his higher-moment scheme into NCEP's Eta and NMM (NAM) models for operations. Today's computers are now permitting his earlier vision to take shape. For example, the Thompson and Eidhammer (2014) aerosol-aware scheme has been run operationally in the RAP/HRRR/RRFS models while the predecessor Thompson et al (2008) scheme is likely to be used in the GFSv17. The most recent developments in these schemes will be shown including: 1) aerosol/cloud/precipitation interactions, 2) highlights from the ICICLE (2019) winter field campaign, and 3) what happens when you perturb the most uncertain parts within a microphysics scheme to produce new outcomes. Finally, the talk will conclude with ideas for future improvements to model clouds and precipitation. Bio(s): Dr. Greg Thompson has joined the JCSDA to bring to bear his cloud physics knowledge to improve satellite data assimilation for improvement of numerical weather prediction models. He is internationally recognized for his research on numerical weather modeling, particularly the parameterization of cloud physics and precipitation processes. He developed a bulk microphysical parameterization that compares favorably against other two-moment bulk and more sophisticated spectral microphysics schemes. The latest version of the now aerosol-aware Thompson-Eidhammer microphysics scheme is operationally used in the Rapid Refresh (RAP) and High-Resolution Rapid Refresh (HRRR) models run at the National Center for Environmental Prediction (NCEP). Dr. Thompson has greatly contributed towards the development of automated aircraft and ground icing forecast applications using model output and explicit prediction of supercooled liquid water together with various surface, radar, and multispectral satellite data to create icing hazard guidance products that are now routinely generated by NCEP to serve the aviation industry.Subscribe / Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas!! |
Title: | Shifts in Pacific salmon community alter continental-scale subsidy biotransport |
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Presenter(s): | Jess Brandt, University of Connecticut |
Date & Time: | 5 October 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar & 110 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Shifts in Pacific salmon community alter continental-scale subsidy biotransport Presenter(s): Jess Brandt, Assistant Professor, University of Connecticut Sponsor(s): NOAA NMFS SWFSC Fisheries Ecology DivisionSeminar contact: tanya.rogers@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://swfsc.webex. ![]() Abstract: The annual migration of approximately 123 million Pacific salmon to spawning grounds in North American watersheds connects marine with freshwater food webs as a pathway of both nutrient and contaminant subsidy biotransport. Despite the shared pathways by which nutrients and contaminants are accumulated in the marine environment, transported during migration, and released to recipient systems, these two subsidy categories have been traditionally studied separately by ecologists and ecotoxicologists. Here, we combine species-specific nutrient and contaminant concentrations with 40 years of annual Pacific salmon escapement estimates for North America to yield the first spatiotemporally comprehensive assessment of continental-scale biotransport. With this dataset we aim to 1) quantify the magnitudes of continental-scale marine-to-freshwater subsidy fluxes by migrating salmon, 2) assess how shifts in the Pacific salmon community have altered subsidy fluxes over time and space, and 3) address how individual species disproportionately deliver either brighter side or darker side subsidy profiles corresponding with their ecology and life history traits. Our results focus on the suite of nutrient and persistent, bioaccumulative, and toxic contaminant subsidies that are commonly associated with Pacific salmon: nitrogen (N), phosphorous (P), the omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), mercury (Hg), polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethanes (DDTs), and polybrominated diphenylethers (PBDEs). Bio(s): Dr. Jess Brandt is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment & Center for Environmental Sciences and Engineering at the University of Connecticut. Her research program considers how recipient ecological systems mediate contaminant distribution and how contaminant legacies constrain fish conservation efforts, with focuses on selenium, mercury, and most recently, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in aquatic food webs. Jess holds a PhD (Duke University, 2018) and MHS (Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 2012) in Environmental Health, and a BA in Public Health from Johns Hopkins University (2011). Recordings: The talk will be recorded; link to recording available upon request. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars- |
Title: | Sources and human health impacts of air pollution constrained using remote sensing data and air quality modeling |
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Presenter(s): | Daven Henze, University of Colorado, Boulder |
Date & Time: | 5 October 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Sources and human health impacts of air pollution constrained using remote sensing data and air quality modeling NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series Presenter(s): Daven Henze, University of Colorado, Boulder Sponsor(s): NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Contact(s): caroline.womack@noaa.gov Remote Access: DSRC GC402 and online at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7453153243993932813 ![]() Abstract: In this talk I will present recent work from my group and collaborators that touches on the topics of improving our understanding of sources of air pollutants, and relating specific sources to their impacts on human health through long-term exposure at the urban to national scales. The projects focus on the health impacts of PM2.5, O3 and NO2, and a common theme throughout the projects is the use of remote sensing data to constrain both the inputs to the air quality simulations as well as our estimates of exposure. In particular, I'll present work using NH3 remote sensing from the CrIS instrument to better understand sources of ammonia in the US and Europe. I'll also present results on source apportionment modeling using adjoint sensitivity analysis of air pollution health impacts in G20 countries globally, across different countries in Europe, and in source regions around 14 US cities. Bio(s): Daven Henze is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder. He received his bachelor's degrees in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at the University of Washington, and his PhD in Chemical Engineering from CalTech in 2007. He did his postdoctoral work at Columbia University before joining the faculty at CU Boulder in 2009. He currently serves as the S. P. Chip and Lori Johnson Faculty Fellow and as the Mechanical Engineering department's Associate Chair, and the Chair of the Graduate Program. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: https://csl.noaa.gov/seminars/2022,contingent on speaker approval. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Sendan e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.govwith the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAAScience Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome yoursuggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Using Remotely Sensed Sea Surface Salinity and Colored Detrital Matter to Characterize Freshened Surface Layers in the Kara and Laptev Seas during the Ice-Free Season |
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Presenter(s): | Marta Umbert, Ph.D., Institut de Cincies del Mar, Barcelona, Spain |
Date & Time: | 5 October 2022
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Please share with anyone (NOAA or not) who might be interested; thanks. Title: Using Remotely Sensed Sea Surface Salinity and Colored Detrital Matter to Characterize Freshened Surface Layers in the Kara and Laptev Seas during the Ice-Free Season Presenter(s): Marta Umbert, Ph.D., Department of Physical and Technological Oceanography, Institut de Cincies del Mar, CSIC, 08003 Barcelona, Spain Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) Science Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Varis.Ransi@noaa.gov, co-coordinator NOAA NOS Science Seminar Series Remote Access: Register here: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/martaumbert/event/registration.html ![]() 1. If you have downloaded and used Adobe Connect recently, you do not need to download it but you can test it here ![]() 2. If you have NOT used Adobe Connect, you must download Adobe connect ahead of time to use it, and your IT staff may need to do it. The download info is here ![]() ![]() 3. After downloading and testing Adobe Connect, register at link above. Attendees are muted during the webinar and audio is over the computer, so adjust the volume on your computer speakers or headset. Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: The overall volume of freshwater entering the Arctic Ocean has been growing as glaciers melt and river runoff increases. Since 1980, a 20% increase in river runoff has been observed in the Arctic system. As the discharges of the Ob, Yenisei, and Lena rivers are an important source of freshwater in the Kara and Laptev Seas, an increase in river discharge might have a significant impact on the upper ocean circulation. The fresh river water mixes with ocean water and forms a large freshened surface layer (FSL), which carries high loads of dissolved organic matter and suspended matter into the Arctic Ocean. Optically active material (e.g., phytoplankton and detrital matter) are spread out into plumes, which are evident in satellite data. Russian river signatures in the Kara and Laptev Seas are also evident in recent SMOS Sea Surface Salinity (SSS) Arctic products. In this study, we compare the new Arctic+ SSS products, produced at the Barcelona Expert Center, with the Ocean Color absorption coefficient of colored detrital matter (CDM) in the Kara and Laptev Seas for the period 2011"2019. The SSS and CDM are found to be strongly negatively correlated in the regions of freshwater influence, with regression coefficients between '0.72 and '0.91 in the studied period. Exploiting this linear correlation, we estimate the SSS back to 1998 using two techniques: one assuming that the relationship between the CDM and SSS varies regionally in the river-influenced areas, and another assuming that it does not. We use the 22-year time-series of reconstructed SSS to estimate the interannual variability of the extension of the FSL in the Kara and Laptev Seas as well as their freshwater content. For the Kara and Laptev Seas, we use 32 and 28 psu as reference salinities, and 26 and 24 psu isohalines as FSL boundaries, respectively. The average FSL extension in the Kara Sea is 2089"2611 km2, with a typical freshwater content of 11.84"14.02 km3. The Laptev Sea has a slightly higher mean FSL extension of 2320"2686 km2 and a freshwater content of 10.15"12.44 km3. The yearly mean freshwater content and extension of the FSL, computed from SMOS SSS and Optical data, is (as expected) found to co-vary with in situ measurements of river discharge from the Arctic Great Rivers Observatory database, demonstrating the potential of SMOS SSS to better monitor the river discharge changes in Eurasia and to understand the Arctic freshwater system during the ice-free season. Bio(s): Dr. Marta Umbert is a postdoctoral Marie Curie researcher at the Institute of Marine Sciences in Barcelona. Her actual goals are the 3D estimation of ocean currents and the study of fresh water in the Arctic Ocean. To this end, she uses quasi-geostrophic approaches and data fusion tools, combining remote sensing products, reanalysis, and in-situ data. Dr. Umbert specialises in using remote sensing variables like ocean salinity in combination with other remote sensing variables (ocean colour, temperature, and altimetry) in order to provide better remote sensing products that allow her to study the oceanographic processes governing the Arctic Ocean. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sent to all who registered. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Evaporation links the Hydrologic Cycle and Global Heat Transport |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Robert Fajber, NOAA Climate & Global Change Fellow, Class 29 |
Date & Time: | 4 October 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Evaporation links the Hydrologic Cycle and Global Heat Transport Presenter(s): Dr. Robert Fajber, NOAA Climate & Global Change Fellow, Class 29 Sponsor(s): NOAA Climate Program Office and The Cooperative Programs for the Advancement of Earth System Science (CPAESS) ![]() Seminar Contacts: clara.deck@noaa.gov Remote Access: Register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/306532172926387211 ![]() Abstract: While the total heat transport of the coupled climate system is constrained by the top of atmosphere radiation, the partitioning of the flux into atmospheric and oceanic components is constrained by the surface energy fluxes. In the atmosphere the dominant balance is between evaporation adding energy and a near uniform net radiative flux removing energy, so that the total energy transport is largely determined by the evaporation. Over the oceans the neat heat flux is largely a balance between shortwave heating and evaporative cooling. Since evaporation has equal but opposite effects of the ocean and atmospheric heat transport it plays a critical role in coupling together the atmospheric and oceanic heat transports.In this talk I will explore the link between Evaporation and Heat Transport using a variety of model experiments and observational analysis. First it will be demonstrated how evaporation drives both the moist and dry components of atmospheric heat transport by decomposing the heat transport into physically based components which relate the heat transport to different diabatic processes. Second I will show results from a coupled ocean atmospheric model using perturbed evaporation, which changes the partitioning between the atmospheric and oceanic heat transport. Lastly I will discuss the biases and spread in cmip model heat transport relative to observations, and our hypotheses as to the cause. This webinar is part of a series featuring NOAA Climate and Global Change (C&GC) Fellows in the NOAA Science Seminar Series. C&GC is supported by NOAA's Climate Program Office and managed by the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). Bio(s): Robert Fajber received his PhD from the University of Toronto in 2020 in Physics and Atmospheric Science. After he became a NOAA Climate and Global Change Postdoc, hosted by Kyle Armour and Aaron Donohoe at the University of Washington, Atmospheric Sciences. He works on understanding the interdependence of Atmospheric Dynamics and Physics in the global circulation. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Weakly Nonlinear Ekman Pumping in the Sri Lanka Dome |
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Presenter(s): | Kerstin Cullen, Naval Research Laboratory |
Date & Time: | 4 October 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Weakly Nonlinear Ekman Pumping in the Sri Lanka Dome Presenter(s): Kerstin Cullen (Naval Research Laboratory) Sponsor(s): NOAA Coastal Ocean Modeling Seminars: https://coastaloceanmodels.noaa.gov/seminar/ Seminar contact: Alexander.Kurapov@noaa.gov Remote Access: Connect with Google Meet meet.google.com/kti-ktaw-nes ![]() Phone Numbers (US) +1 414-856-5982 PIN: 248 179# Abstract: The Sri Lanka Dome is a cyclonic, upwelling feature in the Southwest Monsoon Current system in the southern Bay of Bengal. Wind stress curl (generated by the wind shadow from the Island of Sri Lanka) does not explain this system's sea level height dynamics or the distribution of cool sea surface temperatures (SST). Previous work has attributed the spatial SST pattern to lateral advection. We explore whether low latitude weakly nonlinear 'vorticity' Ekman pumping could be an explanation for both cooling and observed changes in sea level height in the southwest Bay of Bengal. Weakly nonlinear upwelling, calculated from ERA5 and AVISO geostrophic currents, co-locates with changes in sea level height (and presumably isopycnals). While the SST signal is sensitive to several factors, including the net surface flux, regional upwelling explains changes in AVISO sea level height if the nonlinear terms are included in both the Sri Lanka Dome and the region of the Southwest Monsoon Current. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | The World Data System (WDS); an Interdisciplinary body of the International Science Council |
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Presenter(s): | Meredith Goins, executive director of the World Data System - International Program Office |
Date & Time: | 4 October 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The World Data System (WDS): An Interdisciplinary body of the International Science Council Presenter(s): Meredith Goins, executive director of the World Data System (WDS) " International Program Office (IPO); mgoins2@vols.utk.edu Sponsor(s): NOAA NESDIS National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI) Seminar Contact(s): Hernan Garcia (Hernan.Garcia@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5576014216210403595 ![]() After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Abstract: The World Data System ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Bio(s): Meredith P. Goins ![]() WDS's mission is to enhance the capabilities, impact, and sustainability of our member data repositories and data services by:
Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to oneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Reproductive plasticity in California rockfishes in response to variable environmental conditions |
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Presenter(s): | Sabrina Beyer, University of California Santa Cruz, SWFSC Affiliate |
Date & Time: | 4 October 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Reproductive plasticity in California rockfishes in response to variable environmental conditions Presenter(s): Sabrina Beyer (University of California Santa Cruz, SWFSC Affiliate) Sponsor(s): NOAA's Alaska Fisheries Science Center Ground fish Seminar Series Seminar Contacts: Liz.Dawson@noaa.gov and Mark. ![]() Remote Access: Join by computer at: https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m161d8630abba4e363a98635052f62a1f ![]() Accessibility: Seminars will be close captioned by Friends Interpreting Services, LLC. Abstract: Rockfishes (Sebastes spp.)of the California Current Ecosystem are live-bearers and exhibit variation in the frequency of reproduction and fecundity. We analyzed a 20+ year time series of fecundity data in central California and manipulated temperature and food in the lab to show how reproductive output correlates with body condition and is influenced by the environment. Our results improve estimates of population reproductive potential, important for management. Bio(s): Sabrina Beyer is a NMFS/ Sea Grant Population and Ecosystem Dynamics Fellow, and Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Sabrina has been affiliated with the NOAA Southwest Fisheries Science Center, Fisheries Ecology Division since 2009. She uses quantitative empirical and theoretical methods to study how spatiotemporal variation in ocean conditions influences the reproduction of marine fishes. Her work aims to improve biological information for West Coast groundfish stock assessments and to improve life history theory related to the causes and consequences of variation in fish reproductive traits. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: More information and seminar recordings can be found at: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/alaska/outreach-and-education/2022-alaska-fisheries-science-center-groundfish-seminar-series Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Strongly Coupled Data Assimilation with a Linear Inverse Model, and Ensemble Predictability of Week 3/4 Precipitation and Temperature over the United States via Cluster Analysis of the Large-Scale Circulation |
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Presenter(s): | Greg Hakim, University of Washington; and David Straus, George Mason University |
Date & Time: | 3 October 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Strongly Coupled Data Assimilation with a Linear Inverse Model, and Ensemble Predictability of Week 3/4 Precipitation and Temperature over the United States via Cluster Analysis of the Large-Scale Circulation Presenter(s): Dr. Greg Hakim, University of Washington; Dr. David Straus, George Mason University Sponsor(s): NOAA OAR Weather Program Office S2S Program; and NOAA NWS Office of Science and Technology, Integration Modeling Program Division Seminar Contact(s): Mark Olsen, mark.olsen@noaa.gov Remote Access: Register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/8426465125700931856 ![]() Abstract: This monthly webinar series was created to share ongoing work within NWS and OAR at the Weeks 3-4 and subseasonal-to-seasonal (S2S) timescales. We would like to foster a relaxed, informal dialogue among forecasters, modelers and researchers. This month, Dr. Greg Hakim will speak about "Strongly Coupled Data Assimilation with a Linear Inverse Model." Dr. David Straus will speak about "Ensemble Predictability of Week 3/4 Precipitation and Temperature over the United States via Cluster Analysis of the Large-Scale Circulation." Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Available on the Weeks 3-4/S2S Webinar Series website: https://vlab.noaa.gov/web/weeks-3-4-s2s-webinar-series Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | The use of contaminant tracers in answering broad ecological questions |
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Presenter(s): | Ann McLeod, PhD; Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Canterbury |
Date & Time: | 29 September 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The use of contaminant tracers in answering broad ecological questions Presenter(s): Ann McLeod, PhD; Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Canterbury Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS.NWFSC's Virtual Monster Jam; https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/nwfsc-monster-seminar-jam Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: JOIN VIA WEBINAR Join WebEx meeting ![]() +1-415-527-5035 US Toll Global call-in numbers https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/globalcallin.php?MTID=m3142650430de6a3cadba4efb1ef4af96 ![]() Abstract: TBD Bio(s): I completed my Master's degree in Environmental Science at the Great Lakes Institute for Environmental Research at the University of Windsor under the supervision of Drs Doug Haffner and Ken Drouillard. My Master's work involved ecotoxicology and modeling the movement of contaminants through food webs. I continued on doing some post-Master's work pursuing the idea that contaminants can be used as contaminant tracers for answering broad ecological question " much of that work I will present today. From there I went to Memorial University and completed a PhD in ecology using data, computational approaches, and theory to look at food webs across space under the supervision of Dr. Shawn Leroux. And I am currently an NSERC supported post doctoral fellow in the Tonkin lab at the university of Canterbury where I largely think about community ecology and the interactions between species in both time and space using a mathematical lens. Seminar Recordings: Seminars are public meetings, and these may be recorded if the speaker has agreed to do so. If you missed a current seminar and would like to check if a recording is available, please contact Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov. NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | U.S. East coast climate change scenario planning |
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Presenter(s): | Sean Lucey, NOAA/NMFS Northeast Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 29 September 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: U.S. East coast climate change scenario planning Presenter(s): Sean Lucey, NOAA/NMFS Northeast Fisheries Science Center Sponsor(s): U.S. Northeast Climate-Fisheries Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Vincent.Saba@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://meet.google.com/paw-jhrb-nzr ![]() Abstract: TBD Bio(s): TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. |
Title: | Future Direction for Hurricane Research |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Frank Marks, Director, NOAA's Atlantic Oceanic Meteorological Laboratory, Hurricane Research Division |
Date & Time: | 29 September 2022
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
Location: | OAR - AOML - Happenings Calendar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Future Direction for Hurricane Research Presenter(s): Dr. Frank Marks, Director, NOAA/AOML/HRD Sponsor(s): NOAA's Atlantic Oceanic Meteorological Laboratory (AOML), Hurricane Research Division Seminar Contact(s): Shirley Murillo, shirley.murillo@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://meet.goto.com/281091565 ![]() Access Code: 281-091-565 Abstract: In response to the 2017 Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Act NOAA developed a plan detailing the specific research, development, and technology transfer activities to address the Act's three main objectives: 1) improving the prediction of intensity and track of TCs; 2) improving the forecast and communication of surges from TCs; and 3) incorporating risk communication research to create more effective watch and warning products. The plan outlined the key research strategies to improve tropical cyclone (TC) forecast guidance. However, the current forecast products, metrics, and verification fall short of those needed to meet the goals outlined in the plan. Future TC research objectives must expand beyond model development activities to address impacts from hurricanes (e.g., wind, surge, inland flooding, severe weather) and incorporate risk communication research to create more effective TC products. Currently, the uncertainty in TC hazard guidance is expressed based on past performance, not on current forecast uncertainty. Model improvements must also be in sync with data assimilation (DA) improvements to produce reliable analyses to better characterize the uncertainty in storm structure needed to address the risk for all hazards. More research is needed to improve probabilistic hazard guidance by utilizing model machine learning to consider uncertainty of track, intensity, and structure for each storm. Finally, there is a need to support social and behavioral science research to improve the communication of risk and uncertainty for emergency managers and the public through more effective TC products. Future research opportunities should utilize the FACETs framework to transform TC hazard guidance blending social and behavioral science with physical science research and development. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: The seminar will be recorded, and the recording will be available at: https://www.youtube.com/c/noaaaoml ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | ArcPro Satellite Annotation workshop |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Hannah Cubaynes, ArcPro Satellite Annotation workshop, British Antarctic Survey |
Date & Time: | 29 September 2022
10:30 am - 12:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: ArcPRO Satellite Annotation workshop Presenter(s): Dr. Hannah Cubaynes, British Antarctic Survey Sponsor(s): Christin Khan (NEFSC) and Dr. Kim Goetz (AFSC) -- Geospatial Artificial Intelligence for Animals (GAIA) collaboration Seminar Contact(s): christin.khan@noaa.gov Remote Access: ArcPro Satellite Annotation workshop Wednesday, September 28 11:30am " 1:00pm Google Meet joining info Video call link: https://meet.google.com/bke-ozcq-emg ![]() Or dial: (US) +1 415-841-2536 PIN: 621 937 712# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/bke-ozcq-emg?pin=1011942275743 ![]() Abstract: A workshop to learn how to annotate wildlife in very high-resolution (VHR) satellite imagery, and to create a database of annotations, which will facilitate collaboration across research groups towards the development of an operational system for cetacean detection in VHR satellite imagery. We will provide a general outline of the steps required to annotate wildlife in satellite images, alongside detailed protocol for ESRI ArcGIS Pro 2.5. We use cetaceans as a case study to explain the steps, which are transferable to other wildlife of similar size (4-30 m long). We also provide guidance on ways to differentiate species of cetaceans in VHR satellite image, as well as assessing the certainty of the detection. Attendees should have ArcPro installed and be familiar with the program. Bio(s): Hannah Cubaynes is a research associate at the British Antarctic Survey. Her research interests are to develop the use of very high-resolution satellite imagery to monitor marine mammals in remote regions, and make this method applicable at a global oceanic scale by improving the efficiency of image analysis through crowdsourcing and automated systems. She is particularly focusing on whales and walrus. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Seasonal Bird Migration Patterns |
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Presenter(s): | Samantha Borisoff, Climatologist with the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell University; and Andrew Farnsworth, Cornell University Department of Ornithology |
Date & Time: | 29 September 2022
9:30 am - 10:30 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Seasonal Bird Migration Patterns Sponsor(s): NOAA's Eastern Region Climate Services Webinar Series Presenter(s): Samantha Borisoff, Climatologist with the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell University; and Andrew Farnsworth, Cornell University Department of Ornithology Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service/National Centers for Environmental Information/Regional Climate Services. Seminar Contact(s): Ellen Mecray Remote Access: Please register here ![]() Abstract: The webinar will feature a recap of September conditions and Andrew Farnsworth will brief on seasonal bird migration patterns in the eastern US. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: If interested in obtaining a PDF of the slides and/or the recording, see the Northeast Regional Climate Center ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Beyond total biomass: Progress towards detecting phytoplankton communities from space |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Ali Chase, University of Washington |
Date & Time: | 28 September 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Beyond total biomass: Progress towards detecting phytoplankton communities from space Presenter(s): Ali Chase, University of Washington Applied Physics Laboratory Sponsor(s): NOAA Ocean Color Coordinating Group (NOCCG) Seminar Contact(s): Merrie.Neely@noaa.gov Abstract: The ability to detect phytoplankton groups from remote sensing data is of interest to a broad range of groups and end users. Due to the complexity of phytoplankton populations in marine waters, as well as the other particles and dissolved substances that impact the properties of the water when observed remotely, the task is non-trivial. However, recent technology and instrumentation developments allow us to analyze and combine large datasets that can improve development of algorithms to detect phytoplankton groups. This talk presents a large dataset of in situ plankton cell imagery data, and how it is analyzed and subsequently used to map diatom carbon from satellite remote sensing data. Bio(s): Ali is an optical oceanographer based at the Applied Physics Laboratory at the University of Washington, in the Air-Sea Interaction & Remote Sensing department. Her research interests center on combining information from in situ optical measurements and plankton cell imagery to detect different phytoplankton types present in the water, and subsequently extend these methods to remote sensing observations to understand and explain changes in phytoplankton communities through time and space and the consequences for marine ecosystems. Ali earned her B.A. from Bowdoin College in Maine, and her M.S. and PhD from the University of Maine in the Boss/Karp-Boss lab before moving to the University of Washington in 2020. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: available 24-48 hours following the seminar at this link: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars_NOCCG.php Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars.php. For more information visit: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.php |
Title: | North Carolina’s Shellfish Aquaculture Industry: Climate Resilience and Engagement Best Practices |
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Presenter(s): | Sarah Spiegler, Coastal Resilience Specialist, North Carolina Sea Grant; Jacob Boyd, Habitat and Enhancement Section Chief, NC Division of Marine Fisheries; Eric Herbst, Coastal Aquaculture Specialist, North Carolina Sea Grant; Randie Hovatter, Communications Specialist, NOAA Office of Aquaculture |
Date & Time: | 28 September 2022
2:45 pm - 3:45 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: North Carolina's Shellfish Aquaculture Industry: Climate Resilience and Engagement Best Practices Presenter(s): Sarah Spiegler, Coastal Resilience Specialist, North Carolina Sea Grant; Jacob Boyd, Habitat and Enhancement Section Chief, NC Division of Marine Fisheries; Eric Herbst, Coastal Aquaculture Specialist, North Carolina Sea Grant Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of Aquaculture Seminar Contact(s): Randie Hovatter (randie.hovatter@noaa.gov) Remote Access: Register at: https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?RGID=rd015225c7150fc000e77e7fe322fcd8c ![]() Abstract: This installment of the NOAA Science Seminar Series is presented by the NOAA Office of Aquaculture (OAQ). The webinar will consist of a 30-40 minute presentation, followed by moderated Q&A for the remainder of the hour. Current climate and coastal resilience efforts at the federal, state, and local levels work to address and communicate the impacts from climate change. These impacts include the increase in frequency and intensity of storms, degraded water quality, variable salinity and dissolved oxygen, and increased inundation, which directly and indirectly affect the shellfish aquaculture industry in North Carolina. Climate change also directly impacts management of the shellfish aquaculture industry and long-term planning. Building resilience is an iterative process that requires planning, responding to an event, recovering, and adapting. An important component to developing a resilient NC shellfish aquaculture industry will be to incorporate these iterative processes and climate change and resilience extension best practices for communication and engagement. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to oneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | ArcMap Satellite Annotation workshop |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Hannah Cubaynes, ArcMap Satellite Annotation workshop, British Antarctic Survey |
Date & Time: | 28 September 2022
10:30 am - 12:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
Description: | ExpandNOAA Science Seminar Series Title: ArcMap Satellite Annotation workshop Presenter(s): Dr. Hannah Cubaynes, British Antarctic Survey Sponsor(s): Christin Khan (NEFSC) and Dr. Kim Goetz (AFSC) -- Geospatial Artificial Intelligence for Animals (GAIA) collaboration Seminar Contact(s): christin.khan@noaa.gov Remote Access: ArcMap Satellite Annotation workshop Wednesday, September 28 11:30am " 1:00pm Google Meet joining info Video call link: https://meet.google.com/bke-ozcq-emg ![]() Or dial: (US) +1 415-841-2536 PIN: 621 937 712# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/bke-ozcq-emg?pin=1011942275743 ![]() Abstract: A workshop to learn how to annotate wildlife in very high-resolution (VHR) satellite imagery, and to create a database of annotations, which will facilitate collaboration across research groups towards the development of an operational system for cetacean detection in VHR satellite imagery. We will provide a general outline of the steps required to annotate wildlife in satellite images, alongside detailed protocol for ESRI ArcMap 10.8. We use cetaceans as a case study to explain the steps, which are transferable to other wildlife of similar size (4-30 m long). We also provide guidance on ways to differentiate species of cetaceans in VHR satellite image, as well as assessing the certainty of the detection. Attendees should have ArcMap installed and be familiar with the program. Bio(s): Hannah Cubaynes is a research associate at the British Antarctic Survey. Her research interests are to develop the use of very high-resolution satellite imagery to monitor marine mammals in remote regions, and make this method applicable at a global oceanic scale by improving the efficiency of image analysis through crowdsourcing and automated systems. She is particularly focusing on whales and walrus. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Coastal Flooding in the Face of Climate Change: Understanding Constituent Needs |
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Presenter(s): | Brenna Sweetman, NOAA Office for Coastal Management; and Cayla Dean, NOAA Center for Operational and Oceanographic Products and Services |
Date & Time: | 27 September 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Coastal Flooding in the Face of Climate Change: Understanding Constituent Needs Presenter(s): Brenna Sweetman, NOAA Office for Coastal Management; and Cayla Dean, NOAA Center for Operational and Oceanographic Products and Services Sponsor(s): NOAA Office for Coastal Management, and NOAA Center for Operational and Oceanographic Products and Services Seminar Contact(s): brenna.sweetman@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/277143326095330831 ![]() Abstract: The need to develop user-friendly coastal flood information to support decision makers in the face of climate change is a high priority across NOAA. To better understand what users need, two offices, the Office for Coastal Management and the Center for Operational Oceanographic Products and Services, joined forces to host five virtual workshops. Using social science methods in line with NOAA's Service Delivery Framework, the workshops targeted the following communities: planning; transportation and navigation; real estate and insurance; health and human services; and natural resource use and floodplain management. During the course of these stakeholder workshops, NOAA obtained information to understand how NOAA can better meet the needs and address gaps to serve our coastal regions and inform effective climate resilience strategies. This presentation will provide an overview of the information collected from these engagement activities to better understand stakeholder needs. Following the presentation, we will have the opportunity for discussion on best practices and learning opportunities for those who currently, or are interested, in engaging coastal decision makers. Bio(s): Brenna is a Social Scientist with NOAA's Office for Coastal Management based at the National Water Center in Tuscaloosa, AL. Her work focuses on integrating social science to support sound decision-making to address coastal and water challenges. Cayla is an Outreach Specialist with NOAA's Center for Operational Oceanographic Products and Services based at the National Water Center in Tuscaloosa, AL. She acts as a liaison between the National Water Center and the National Ocean Service modeling groups to help further the science behind predicting total water levels for the nation. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to oneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Gray's Reef NMS - An Ocean Oasis off the Georgia Coast |
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Presenter(s): | Ben Prueitt, Outreach and Social Media Coordinator, Gray's Reef NMS |
Date & Time: | 27 September 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary - An Ocean Oasis off the Georgia Coast Presenter(s): Ben Prueitt, Outreach and Social Media Coordinator for Gray's Reef NMS Sponsor(s): NOAA, ONMS, Monitor National Marine Sanctuary and the NC Office of State Archaeology Seminar Contact(s): Shannon.Ricles@noaa.gov Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3474281247643492875 ![]() Abstract: Just 19 miles off the Georgia coast lies a stretch of live-bottom reef that teems with marine life, including the calving grounds of the endangered North Atlantic right whale. This hard or rocky seafloor supports high numbers of large invertebrates, such as sponges, corals, and sea squirts. The rocky ledges can rise up to six feet, but lie 60 to 70 feet below the surface of the ocean. With their nooks and crannies, caves, and bumps, these complex ledges offer habitat for invertebrates to thrive, which in turn provides food for the many fishes that also shelter in the reef.Join Ben Prueitt, Outreach and Social Media Coordinator, to learn more about the reef and how its beauty invites scuba divers and anglers alike to explore its wonders. Dive into the reef's unique diversity and learn how ongoing research studies the sanctuary as it transforms from winter to summer and back again.Be the first to learn how you can soon visit the sanctuary without ever getting your feet wet! In October 2022, Gray's Reef Ocean Discovery Center will open inviting residents and visitors to the area to come explore. No boat is required, and the center will be open to the public free of charge. Bio(s): Ben Prueitt joined the Gray's Reef team in 2019 as the Outreach and Social Media Coordinator. His experience in communicating science began with marine education programs for teens in his home waters around Tampa Bay, Florida. Previously, Ben developed media products for the New York-Pennsylvania Professional Baseball League, and worked with the Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission's Corals Program to monitor long-term changes on reefs in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and Dry Tortugas National Park. Most recently, Ben managed the communications and marketing for an oil spill research consortium at the University of South Florida (USF) College of Marine Science. Ben holds a B.S. in Environmental Science & Policy from USF St. Petersburg and volunteers his time as a team member with the taste of science' organization where he helps plan public speaking events for local scientists. Recordings: The talk will be recorded; once captioned it will be hosted on the archived webpage: https://monitor.noaa.gov/gallery/webinar-archive.html. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | On the Jacobian approximation in sea ice models with viscous-plastic rheology |
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Presenter(s): | Max Yaremchuk, Naval Research Laboratory, Stennis Space Center, MS |
Date & Time: | 27 September 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | TBD |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: On the Jacobian approximation in sea ice models with viscous-plastic rheology Presenter(s): Max Yaremchuk (Naval Research Laboratory, Stennis Space Center, MS) Sponsor(s): NOAA Coastal Ocean Modeling Seminars: https://coastaloceanmodels.noaa.gov/seminar/ Seminar contact: Alexander.Kurapov@noaa.gov Remote Access: Connect with Google Meet meet.google.com/kti-ktaw-nes ![]() Phone Numbers (US) +1 414-856-5982 PIN: 248 179# Abstract: Viscous-plastic rheology is widely used in the sea ice modeling community at increasingly high resolutions. Due to the high degree of non-linearity of the rheological constraints, accurate approximation of the Jacobian is required to improve the efficiency of the implicit solvers of the sea ice momentum equation in pack ice. We consider the analytical Jacobian of the ice momentum equation and assess its approximation errors in the Jacobian-free Newton"Krylov (JFNK) method and in the family of more traditional schemes which neglect the dependence of viscosity coefficients on the deformation tensor. It is shown that this dependence provides a substantial contribution to the Jacobian, especially in the regions enriched by linear kinematic features like ridges and elongated polynyas. Numerical experiments indicate that performance of the Newton solvers is also sensitive to errors associated with inexact computation of the search direction, that may be caused, in particular, by numerical approximations of the Jacobian which violate its dissipative property. Based on this analysis, an improved selective damping strategy for the Newtonian solver of the momentum equation is proposed. A series of numerical experiments conducted in simulated pack ice environment demonstrate faster convergence of the updated solver with analytical Jacobian as compared to the one based on the selectively damped JFNK method with inexact GMRES solver in the inner loop. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + Modernizing How You Access Water Data |
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Presenter(s): | Sandra Rayne, Southeast Regional Climate Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Todd Hamill, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Pam Knox, University of Georgia; Emily Read, Randi Butler, Nicole Felts, U.S. Geological Survey, |
Date & Time: | 27 September 2022
10:00 am - 10:45 am ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + Modernizing How You Access Water Data Presenter(s): Chip Konrad, Southeast Regional Climate Center (Climate Overview) Jeff Dobur and Todd Hamill, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center (Water Resources Overview ) Pam Knox, University of Georgia (Agriculture Impact Update)Emily Read, Randi Butler, Nicole Felts, U.S. Geological Survey (Modernizing How You Access Water Data) Sponsor(s): NOAA NCEI, National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), National Weather Service, Southeast Regional Climate Center, American Association of State Climatologists Seminar Contact(s): Meredith Muth, NOAA National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), (Meredith.muth@noaa.gov) Abstract: Join us for the Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar! These webinars will provide the region's stakeholders and interested parties with timely information on current and developing climate conditions such as drought, floods and tropical storms, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. Speakers may also discuss the impacts of these conditions on topics such as wildfires, agriculture production, disruption to water supply, and ecosystems. The September 27 webinar will feature a special presentation on "Modernizing How You Access Water Data." This presentation will include two modernized water data delivery products: Next Generation Monitoring Location Pages and WaterAlert. Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/9215585718468903438 ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | California-Nevada Drought & Climate Update and Outlook Webinar |
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Presenter(s): | John Abatzoglou, CNAP, UC Merced; Michael Bernardo, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation; Shrad Shukla, CNAP, UC Santa Barbara |
Date & Time: | 26 September 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: California-Nevada Drought & Climate Update and Outlook Webinar Presenter(s): John Abatzoglou | CNAP, UC Merced: Drought and Climate Update and Outlook Noe Santos | U.S. Bureau of Reclamation: Status of the Colorado River Basin Shrad Shukla | CNAP, UC Santa Barbara: Improving Drought Outlooks With Subseasonal Forecasts Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS); California Nevada Climate Applications Program (CNAP); Western Regional Climate Center (WRCC) POC: Amanda Sheffield, NOAA/NIDIS, amanda.sheffield@noaa.gov Abstract: According to the September 6 U.S. Drought Monitor, 99.9% of CA/NV is in drought, with 45.1% in Extreme (D3) or Exceptional (D4) Drought. Even in a state known for extreme events, last week was one for the books. Record-shattering heat, an explosion of wildfires, and Tropical Storm Kay. But all eyes will soon be on the fall and winter outlooks with the hope for a better snow year even as La Nia is favored to continue through winter 2022-23. The California-Nevada Drought Early Warning System (CA-NV DEWS) March 2022 Drought & Climate Outlook Webinar is part of a series of regular drought and climate outlook webinars designed to provide stakeholders and other interested parties in the region with timely information on current drought status and impacts, as well as a preview of current and developing climatic events (i.e. El Nio and La Nia). Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4476439910238000397 ![]() Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. See https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.php |
Title: | NOAA/CVP Tropical Pacific Observing System (TPOS) Process Studies Webinar Series - Session 1 |
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Presenter(s): | Anna-Lena Depenmeier, National Center for Atmospheric Research - NCAR; Ariane Verdy, Scripps Institution of Oceanography |
Date & Time: | 22 September 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NOAA/CVP Tropical Pacific Observing System (TPOS) Process Studies Webinar Series - Session 1 Presenter(s): Anna-Lena Depenmeier (National Center for Atmospheric Research - NCAR); Ariane Verdy (Scripps Institution of Oceanography) Sponsor(s): NOAA's Climate Variability and Predictability Program Seminar Contact(s): Jose Algarin, jose.algarin@noaa.gov Remote Access: Register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/808724212884499215 ![]() ![]() Accessibility: N/A Abstract: The NOAA Climate Variability and Predictability (CVP) Program is hosting a webinar series on the Tropical Pacific Observing System (TPOS) Pre-Field Modeling Studies that will highlight the recent results from the CVP-funded projects. The goal of these modeling studies is to refine the current scientific understanding of the equatorial Pacific climate system, with a specific focus on two process studies identified in the TPOS 2020 First Report, Pacific Upwelling and Mixing Physics (PUMP) and Air"sea Interaction at the eastern edge of the Warm Pool. Their results will assist in the planning of future field campaigns.This first of five sessions will feature two presentations:The variability of diabatic upwelling in the eastern equatorial Pacific, by Dr. Anna-Lena Deppenmeier (UCAR)Equatorial mixing in a high-resolution state estimate of the tropical Pacific Ocean, by Dr. Ariane Verdy (Scripps Institute of Oceanography) Bio(s): Dr. Anna-Lena Deppenmeier is a Project Scientist at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). Her research focuses on the interaction between the ocean and the atmosphere, and the effect of small scale processes such as mixing on large scale properties, and vice versa. Dr. Ariane Verdy is an Applications Programmer at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Her research interests include the dynamics of marine ecosystems, ocean circulation and biogeochemistry, and mathematical ecology. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sent to all who registered. Subscribe / Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Rapid Transitions in Precipitation Extremes |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Trent Ford, University of Illinois-Prairie Research Institute, Dr. Liang Chen, University of Nebraska-Lincoln |
Date & Time: | 22 September 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Midwest DEWS Research Remote Access: Rapid Transitions in Precipitation Extremes Presenter(s): Dr. Trent Ford | University of Illinois-Prairie Research Institute Dr. Liang Chen | University of Nebraska-Lincoln Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5246808340822776589 ![]() Seminar Contacts: Molly Woloszyn (Molly.Woloszyn@noaa.gov) Abstract: Please join us for the next Midwest DEWS Research Webinar, which will highlight results from a NIDIS-funded research study that analyzed the rapid transitions in precipitation extremes in the MidwestThe Midwest region regularly experiences precipitation extremes, both flood and drought. However, these extremes and their corresponding impacts are typically studied and communicated independently, without consideration of the compound impacts due to a rapid transition from one extreme to the other.This goal of this research study, led by Dr. Trent Ford at the University of Illinois and Dr. Liang Chen at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, was to improve our understanding of rapid transitions between precipitation extremes in the Midwest, their causes, and the future risk they pose to the region. This webinar will include a presentation of the results, with a Q & A session following the presentation. Recordings: You can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Interannual variability of sea level and heat content in the South Indian Ocean |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Denis Volkov, Oceanographer, NOAA's Atlantic Oceanic Meteorological Laboratory AMOL and University of Miami/CIMAS |
Date & Time: | 22 September 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series, OAR - AOML - Happenings Calendar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Interannual variability of sea level and heat content in the South Indian Ocean Presenter(s): Dr. Denis Volkov, Oceanographer, NOAA/AOML/University of Miami/CIMAS. Sponsor(s): NOAA's Atlantic Oceanic Meteorological Laboratory (AOML),Physical Oceanography Division, and University of Miami/CIMAS Seminar Contact(s): Matthieu Le Henaff; matthieu.lehenaff@noaa.gov Remote Access: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://meet.goto.com/721848381 ![]() You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (224) 501-3412 Access Code: 721-848-381 Join from a video-conferencing room or system. Dial in or type: 67.217.95.2 or inroomlink.goto.com ![]() Meeting ID: 721 848 381 Or dial directly: 721848381@67.217.95.2 or 67.217.95.2##721848381 Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://meet.goto.com/install ![]() Abstract: The subtropical southern Indian Ocean (SIO) has been characterized as one of the major heat accumulators among the oceanic basins due to its remarkable warming during the past two decades. The interannual-to-decadal variability of heat content and sea level in the SIO is strongly influenced by its connection with the Pacific and large-scale climatic forcing in the Indo-Pacific region. The main conduit of warm water from the Pacific to the SIO is the Indonesian Throughflow (ITF), which is an important component of the global meridional overturning circulation. Temperature anomalies originated in the Pacific enter the SIO via the ITF, spread along the west Australian coast, and then radiate westward as Rossby waves and mesoscale eddies, thus contributing to the transfer of heat toward the SIO interior. In addition, local wind forcing, through Ekman pumping over the open ocean and coastal upwelling, also generates Rossby waves and/or modifies those emanated from the eastern boundary. In this seminar, I will discuss the relative contributions of remote (of Pacific origin) forcing and local wind forcing to the observed variability of heat content and sea level in the SIO during the altimeter era (from 1993 to present). Particular attention will be paid to the mechanisms and fate of the unprecedented cooling during the strong 2014"2016 El Nio and the quick recovery of heat content during the weak 2017"2018 La Nia. It is interesting that the response of sea level (and presumably heat content) averaged over the SIO subtropical gyre to the strongest on record 1997"1998 El Nio was much weaker than that to the recent 2014"2016 El Nio. The reasons for this difference will also be discussed. Bio(s): D. Volkov graduated from St. Petersburg State University in Russia and did his Ph.D. at Utrecht University in the Netherlands. He continued his career as a postdoctoral researcher first at C.L.S. Space Oceanography Division in France and then at Jet Propulsion Laboratory, California Institute of Technology. Since 2013, he has been a scientist at CIMAS and AOML. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: A recording will be made available shortly after the webinar at: https://www.youtube.com/user/phodaoml ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Might Retaining In Situ Pressure During Sampling Change Our View of Deep Ocean Life? |
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Presenter(s): | Douglas Bartlett, Professor of Marine Microbiology, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California |
Date & Time: | 22 September 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
Location: | GoToWebinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Might Retaining In Situ Pressure During Sampling Change Our View of Deep Ocean Life?NOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Douglas Bartlett, Professor of Marine Microbiology, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California Sponsor(s): NOAA Ocean Exploration and NOAA Central Library Seminar Contacts: Liang Wu (liang.wu@noaa.gov), Chris Beaverson (chris.beaverson@noaa.gov) and NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7883405337534633227 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: Piezophilic (pressure loving) microbes exist in the deep sea which are adapted for pressures greater than 15,000 pounds per square inch (109 megapascals) and which lose cell integrity when decompressed. This prompts the question how much of deep-sea microbial life is unknown due to cell lysis during recovery? During the course of our NOAA OER investigation we developed a pressure-retaining seawater sampling system and associated full ocean depth lander. The use of this device in collecting cells, performing activity analyses and obtaining genome sequence information in two different deep-sea environments will be described. Keywords: piezophiles, deep-sea, microbes Bio(s): Dr. Bartlett is a marine microbiologist who has worked in deep-sea science for ~35 years. A major focus has been the characterization of genes and processes important for sensing and adapting to high pressure. His group has also isolated novel hadal extremophiles, and examined the diversity and activity of microbes at hadal depths in seawater, sediments and from animals, including across ocean trenches extending to 10,900 meters. Some insights have been derived from whole genome and single-cell genome studies. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Climate Change, Whales, and Kids: how science and education can protect species and fight climate change |
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Presenter(s): | Sara Hutto, Conservation and Climate Program Coordinator, Greater Farallones Association |
Date & Time: | 21 September 2022
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET |
Location: | Remote Access Only |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Climate Change, Whales, and Kids: how science and education can protect species and fight climate change Presenter(s): Sara Hutto, Conservation and Climate Program Coordinator, Greater Farallones Association Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar contact: Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Remote Access: Register at https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8746142632523177742 ![]() Abstract: Globally, whales and other megafauna play an important role in the carbon cycle and in reducing atmospheric carbon dioxide. In this webinar, the Climate Program Coordinator for Greater Farallones and Cordell Bank national marine sanctuaries will discuss the latest science on "whale carbon," and the critical efforts underway to rebuild whale stocks by reducing impacts, such as lethal collisions with ships. Recent engagement with school children on the subject made a big splash, resulting in a renewed commitment from the largest container shipping line to continue to go slow for whales, demonstrating the important role that community engagement plays in ocean protection. More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Using metabarcoding to understand microbial communities on aquacultured sugar kelp - identifying the good and the bad players |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Yuan Liu, Molecular Biologist, Contractor with AIS, Inc. in support of NOAA's Northeast Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 21 September 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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Title: | The Coastal Ice-Ocean Prediction Systems for the East and West Coasts of Canada – key components of Canada’s Oceans Protection Plan |
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Presenter(s): | Jean-Philippe Paquin, Environnement et Changement Climatique Canada |
Date & Time: | 20 September 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The Coastal Ice-Ocean Prediction Systems for the East and West Coasts of Canada " key components of Canada's Oceans Protection Plan Presenter(s): Jean-Philippe Paquin (Environnement et Changement Climatique Canada) Sponsor(s): NOAA Coastal Ocean Modeling Seminars: https://coastaloceanmodels.noaa.gov/seminar/ Seminar contact: Alexander.Kurapov@noaa.gov Remote Access: Connect with Google Meet meet.google.com/kti-ktaw-nes ![]() Phone Numbers (US) +1 414-856-5982 PIN: 248 179# Abstract: TBD Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Expanding VIIRS Aerosol and Fire Products Utilization through Training and Outreach to End Users Featuring Python Tutorials |
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Presenter(s): | Amy K. Huff, Ph.D., Senior Research Scientist, IMSG at NOAA/NESDIS Center for Satellite Applications and Research, STAR |
Date & Time: | 19 September 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Expanding VIIRS Aerosol and Fire Products Utilization through Training and Outreach to End Users Featuring Python Tutorials Presenter(s): Amy K. Huff, Ph.D., Senior Research Scientist, IMSG at NOAA/NESDIS Center for Satellite Applications and Research (STAR) Sponsor(s): NOAA JPSS Program Seminar Contact(s): Bill Sjoberg (bill.sjoberg@noaa.gov) Remote Access:Meeting ID: meet.google.com/qei-kzjo-woh ![]() Phone Number: (US)+1 530-425-6764 PIN: 624 532 736# Abstract: NOAA's JPSS satellites provide global observations in near real-time that can be used to monitor, assess, and forecast fires and atmospheric aerosols. The JPSS satellite data are distributed asnetCDF4 (.nc) files, however, and the process of accessing the files and processing the data correctly can be challenging, especially for new users. To facilitate wider use of JPSSVIIRS aerosol and fire products, NOAA's Center for Satellite Applications and Research (STAR) is providing training and outreach to the user community featuring Python tutorials. The Python tutorials cover a range of topics including downloading satellite data files from the JPSS archive on Amazon Web Services (AWS), opening and understanding the contents of netCDF4 data files, processing satellite data using quality/confidence flags, and visualizing satellite data on maps to make professional quality figures. To reach abroad swath of the user community, 1-2-hour trainings are conducted at scientific conferences, such as AMS Short Courses; multi-day in-depth sessions are organized for smaller specialized groups by request. Python scripts are available for download from the new STAR Atmospheric Composition Training website (https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/atmospheric-composition-training/),along with detailed annotation of the Python code. An overview of the STAR training and outreach program will be presented, including examples of how the Python tutorials are increasing the use of JPSS VIIRS aerosol and fire products for atmospheric research and operations Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | September 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing |
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Presenter(s): | Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy |
Date & Time: | 16 September 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: September 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing Presenter(s): Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contacts: Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/september-2022-climate-outlook/ ![]() Abstract: Join us for the 100th NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing!! We will review recent and current climate conditions around Alaska, discuss forecast tools, and finish up with the Climate Prediction Center's forecast for October 2022. Learn what's happened and what may be in store with Alaska's seasonal climate. Bio(s): Rick Thoman is an expert in Alaska climate and weather. He produces reliable Alaska climate change information and graphics describing Alaska's changing environment. His work spans the bridge between climate modeling, Alaska communities, and media. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Oil Spill Fate and Transport |
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Presenter(s): | Kevin Kirsch, NOAA, OR&R |
Date & Time: | 15 September 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Oil Spill Fate and Transport Presenter(s): Dr. Amy MacFadyen Sponsor(s): Office of Response and Restoration: You Don't Know What You Don't Know: NOAA OR&R 101 Series (https://response.restoration.noaa.gov/oil-and-chemical-spills/oil-spills/orr-lecture-series-you-dont-know-what-you-dont-know ) Seminar Contact(s): kimberly.albins@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://noaaorr.adobeconnect.com/orrlectureseries/ ![]() Abstract: This lecture is one of our key lectures in our popular Science of Oil Spills class. When oil is spilled on the water surface, typically its density is less than that of water (fresh or saltwater) and it spreads quickly under the influence of gravity to form a thin slick. This slick is acted upon by weathering processes (chemical, biological, and physical transformations) and transport processes due to winds and currents. Both weathering and transport are critical to consider when predicting the trajectory of oil spills. Learn how these various processes impact the oil that is spilled and how scientist use this information to understand where oil may go in the environment. Bio(s): Dr. Amy MacFadyen is a physical oceanographer at the Emergency Response Division of the Office of Response and Restoration (NOAA). The Emergency Response Division (ERD) provides scientific support for oil and chemical spill response -- a key part of which is trajectory forecasting to predict the movement of spills. During the unprecedented Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, ERD provided daily trajectories to the incident command which were utilized for planning, allocation of resources, and direction of response assets. Before moving to ERD, Amy was at the University of Washington, first as a graduate student then as a postdoctoral researcher. Her research examined transport of Harmful Algal Blooms from offshore initiation sites to the Washington coast. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD (if available) Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook |
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Presenter(s): | Darren Clabo, South Dakota State Fire Meteorologist |
Date & Time: | 15 September 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook Presenter(s): Darren Clabo | South Dakota State Fire Meteorologist Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, USDA Midwest Climate Hub, National Drought Mitigation Center, American Association of State Climatologists, National Weather Service Seminar Contacts: Doug Kluck (doug.kluck@noaa.gov) or Molly Woloszyn (Molly.Woloszyn@noaa.gov) Abstract: The focus area for this webinar series is the North Central region of the U.S. (from the Rockies to the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley). These free monthly webinars provide and interpret timely information on current climate and drought conditions, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. September 2022 topics include continued risk for drought impacts into the fall and the end of the growing season, fall wildfire potential updates/impacts, and continuing heat issues; and recent and potential climate/weather impacts including, but not limited to, La Nia for the third fall/winter in a row, crop conditions, temperature/precipitation outlooks for the next month and (fall) season, impacts to various sectors across the region, and potential for freeze/frost in the upcoming month or so. Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7528179497868100876 ![]() Recordings: You can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | What is the Knauss FORCE? |
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Presenter(s): | Eleanor Pierel, 2022 Knauss Climate Policy Fellow to the NOAA Senior Advisor for Climate; Rebecca Atkins, 2022 Knauss Marine Policy Fellow to the Senior Advisor for Coastal Inundation in NOS |
Date & Time: | 15 September 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: What is the Knauss FORCE? (2022 Knauss Fellows' Lunch & Learn Series) Presenter(s): Eleanor Pierel, 2022 Knauss Climate Policy Fellow to the NOAA Senior Advisor for Climate; Rebecca Atkins, 2022 Knauss Marine Policy Fellow to the Senior Advisor for Coastal Inundation in NOS Sponsor(s): NOAA's Central Library (NCL) Seminar Contact(s): Library Seminars Abstract: Fellows for Organized Resilient Coastal Efforts (FORCE) is the Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship committee dedicated to coastal resilience work across federal agencies. The 2022 class includes fellows from NOAA, NSF, EPA, FEMA, and both legislative branches. In this Lunch & Learn session, you will hear from FORCE members about committee accomplishments and goals, the breadth of coastal work that their fellowship placements encompass, and the intersection of coastal resilience with their research and academic experiences. Keywords: Knauss, coastal resilience, inter-agency Bio(s): Dr. Eleanor Pierel is a 2022 Knauss Fellow serving as the Climate Policy Fellow and Special Assistant to NOAA's Senior Advisor for Climate. She recently completed her PhD in Geography at the University of South Carolina where she studied small business and community resilience to complex hazards. Her research was supported by the NOAA Carolinas RISA program (CISA) in collaboration with NIST's Applied Economics Office and scholarships from the South Carolina Sea Grant and Space Grant programs. Eleanor also holds a Master's Degree in Geography with a focus in remote sensing from the University of South Carolina and a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Studies, Sustainability, and GIS from George Washington University.Rebecca Atkins is a 2022 Knauss Fellow working with Mark Osler, NOAA's Senior Advisor for Coastal Inundation and Resilience, within the National Ocean Service (NOS). She is also working towards her Ph.D. in Ecology from the University of Georgia's Odum School of Ecology. Rebecca holds a bachelor's degree in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation and a minor in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences from the University of Florida. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Protecting “Pristine” Places from Pollution: Applying New Water Quality Assessment Techniques in the National Marine Sanctuary of American Samoa |
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Presenter(s): | Dave Whitall, NOAA/NOS NCCOS, Stressor Detection and Impacts Division, Monitoring and Assessment Branch |
Date & Time: | 15 September 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Protecting Pristine Places from Pollution: Applying New Water Quality Assessment Techniques in the National Marine Sanctuary of American Samoa Presenter(s): Dave Whitall, NOAA/NOS NCCOS, Stressor Detection and Impacts Division, Monitoring and Assessment Branch Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) Science Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): david.moe.nelson@noaa.gov , co-coordinator NOAA NOS Science Seminar Series Remote Access: Register at: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/whitall_sep15_2022_protecting_american_samoa/event/registration.html ![]() You may enter the webinar via a browser or the Adobe Connect app. If you enter via a browser, PC/Windows users should use Chrome or Edge browsers and Mac users should use Safari or Chrome. Do not use the IE browser.If you want to enter via the Adobe Connect app you must download it ahead of time. 1. If you have downloaded and used Adobe Connect recently, you do not need to download it but you can test it here ![]() 2. If you have NOT used Adobe Connect, you must download Adobe connect ahead of time to use it, and your IT staff may need to do it. The download info is here ![]() ![]() 3. After downloading and testing Adobe Connect, register at link above. Attendees are muted during the webinar and audio is over the computer, so adjust the volume on your computer speakers or headset. Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: Resource managers have significant concerns about the potential inputs of contaminants from an unlined, solid waste landfill into Fagatele Bay, an embayment within the National Marine Sanctuary of American Samoa. NCCOS researchers, in collaboration with the Sanctuary, NOAA Coral Program staff and academic partners used a variety of methods to assess the water quality status of the Bay, including new in situ sampling technology. This study assessed concentration of pollutants (e.g. PCBs, PAHs, personal care products, pesticides, metals, nutrients) in the system as well as their potential impacts (toxicity and mutagenicity). Methods utilized included: active in situ water samplers for organic chemistry analysis, metals analysis of sediment samples, bacterial (Colitag) and nutrient analyses of bottom water discrete samples, sea urchin embryo development toxicity assays using SPE-concentrated site water, application of the Salmonella typhimurium reverse mutation assay (Ames test) for mutagenic activity of SPE-concentrated site water, and analysis of foraminifera populations as an indicator of stress. Although a variety of pollutants were detected in the Bay, they were all at relatively low concentrations that are unlikely to cause adverse ecosystem effects. Overall, these methods suggest that while some pollutants are reaching the Bay, the water quality of the system is relatively good. Resource managers can use these data as a baseline to ensure that water quality does not degrade over time, and to be aware of specific pollutant groups (e.g. pharmaceuticals) that might be of emerging concern. Bio(s): Dr. Dave Whitall is a Coastal Ecologist with the Monitoring and Assessment Branch, of the Stress Detection and Impacts Division in the National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science. Dave received a BS in environmental science from Penn State University and his PhD in environmental chemistry from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He joined NCCOS in 2003 and has published on a variety of environmental pollution topics, ranging from eutrophication to hypoxia to toxic pollution, in ecosystems ranging from polar lakes to temperate estuaries to coral reefs, including work in all seven U.S. coral reef jurisdictions. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sent to all who registered. Subscribe / Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Everyone has a story, what's your leadership story? |
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Presenter(s): | Paul M. Scholz, Deputy Assistant Administrator for NOAA's National Ocean Service NOS |
Date & Time: | 14 September 2022
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Everyone has a story, what's your leadership story? Part of the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series. These webinars are open to the public, in or outside of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Presenter(s): Paul M. Scholz, Deputy Assistant Administrator for NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS). Remote Access: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/edezuj4ndslo/event/registration.html ![]() (limited to 1000 online seats on a first come first served basis) Sponsor(s): This event is hosted by the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series with sponsorship from the NOAA Science Council. The NOAA-wide NELS provides examples of NOAA's leadership in environmental science, by those who lead it and make it happen. The NELS are presented as part of the NOAA Science Seminar Series For NELS questions, contact nels@noaa.gov. Abstract: As we look ahead into the next century, leaders will be those who empower others. " Bill Gates.As we nurture the future generation of leaders, I want to share my personal story and emphasize that there are many paths for achieving career success and writing your own leadership story. From serving as a Peace Corps volunteer in Ecuador, to my role today as the NOS Deputy Assistant Administrator, I have had the opportunity to grow and develop as an environmental advocate and lifelong learner. Woven throughout my leadership narrative are the tenets of adaptability, public service, mentorship, and a strong organizational culture. These beliefs have helped me get to where I am today. I hope that sharing my experiences may encourage others to ask themselves, What is the next chapter of your story? Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided at the NELS web page. Bio(s): https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/about/nosaa-deputy-bio.html Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Recording available a few days after the webinar at the NELS webpage. Notice: This seminar will be recorded for later viewing. By joining you automatically consent to such recording. If you do not consent to being recorded, please do not join the session. To nominate a NELS speaker, please use this form ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | A perspective on moving forward with Ecosystem-Based Fisheries Management |
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Presenter(s): | Jon Hare, Science and Research Director of the NOAA Northeast Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 14 September 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | GoToWebinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: A perspective on moving forward with Ecosystem-Based Fisheries Management (EBM/EBFM)NOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Jon Hare, Science and Research Director of the NOAA Northeast Fisheries Science Center Sponsor(s): NMFS and NOAA Central Library Seminar Contacts: Peg Brady (peg.brady@noaa.gov) and NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4702291695240836368 ![]() Registering for this seminar will provide you access to the full series of seminars. Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: The NOAA Fisheries mission explicitly includes Ecosystem-Based Fisheries Management - We provide vital services for the nation, all backed by sound science and an ecosystem-based approach to management. Yet many express that we have not made significant progress in implementing an ecosystem-based approach. I will explore this issue and consider the role that scientific culture plays in how we frame the problem and how we frame solutions. My conclusion is that to implement ecosystem-based management, we need to take one-step at a time - together. Keywords: Ecosystems, science-to-management, collaboration Bio(s): Jon Hare is the Science and Research Director of the NOAA"S Northeast Fisheries Science Center. He oversees science activities related to the NOAA Fisheries mission in the Northeast region including fisheries, aquaculture, protected species, habitat, and ecosystem science. Prior to becoming Director in 2016, Jon spent more than 20 years as a researcher focusing on understanding the interactions between ocean ecosystems and fisheries populations with a goal of contributing to sustainable fisheries and species conservation. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | U.S. Southwest Drought Briefing |
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Presenter(s): | Peter Goble, Colorado Climate Center; Christine Rumsey, USGS Utah Water Science Center |
Date & Time: | 13 September 2022
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: U.S. Southwest Drought Briefing Presenter(s): Climate Conditions and Outlook: Peter Goble, Colorado Climate Center Great Salt Lake Hydro Mapper: Christine Rumsey, USGS Utah Water Science Center Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), USDA Southwest Climate Hub Seminar Contact(s): Joel Lisonbee (joel.lisonbee@noaa.gov), NOAA/OAR Climate Program Office Register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4639505183515134222 ![]() Abstract: The Southwest is in continuing drought. Recent summer rains have improved, but not removed drought from the region. This webinar will look at current and forecast drought conditions for Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, and Utah. Despite a wet summer, the Great Salt Lake has hit a historic, all-time low water level; this webinar will also look at the recently released Great Salt Lake hydromapper tool developed by USGS and State of Utah. Remote Access: Register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7838262689030055182 ![]() Recordings: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Prediction at Weeks 3 - 4 and Subseasonal to Seasonal (S2S) Timescales: A diagnostic toolbox: assessing the representation of stratosphere-troposphere coupling in the Global Ensemble Forecast System (GEFSv12), and Captured QBO-MJO connection in a subseasonal prediction system |
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Presenter(s): | Dillon Elsbury, CIRES, Laura Ciasto, NOAA CPC, and Kai Huang, George Mason University |
Date & Time: | 12 September 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: A diagnostic toolbox: assessing the representation of stratosphere-troposphere coupling in the Global Ensemble Forecast System (GEFSv12), and Captured QBO-MJO Connection in a Subseasonal Prediction System Presenter(s): Dr. Dillon Elsbury, CIRES and Dr. Laura Ciasto, NOAA CPC; Kai Huang, George Mason University Sponsor(s): NOAA OAR Weather Program Office S2S Program and NOAA NWS Office of Science and Technology Integration Modeling Program Division Seminar Contact(s): Mark Olsen, mark.olsen@noaa.gov Remote Access: Register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/8426465125700931856 ![]() Abstract: This monthly webinar series was created to share ongoing work within NWS and OAR at the Weeks 3-4 and S2S timescales. We would like to foster a relaxed, informal dialogue among forecasters, modelers and researchers. This month, Drs. Dillon Elsbury and Laura Ciasto will speak about "A diagnostic toolbox: assessing the representation of stratosphere-troposphere coupling in the Global Ensemble Forecast System (GEFSv12)." Kai Huang will speak about "Captured QBO-MJO Connection in a Subseasonal Prediction System." Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Available on the Weeks 3-4/S2S Webinar Series website: https://vlab.noaa.gov/web/weeks-3-4-s2s-webinar-series Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Three Minute Thesis Webinar on Drought |
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Presenter(s): | Molly Woloszyn, Regional Drought Information Coordinator, National Integrated Drought Information System NIDIS, Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences CIRES, University of Colorado - Boulder; Veva Deheza, Executive Director, NIDIS; Crystal Stiles, Tribal Engagement Coordinator, NIDIS, CIRES; Adam Hartman, Meteorologist, NOAA Climate Prediction Center; Christa Peters-Lidard, Director Acting, NASA Sciences and Exploration Directorate; Hailan Wang, Meteorologist, NOAA Climate Prediction Center; Jason Otkin, Associate Scientist, Cooperative Institute for Meteorological Satellite Studies, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Evan Sawyer, Drought Coordinator, NOAA Fisheries - California Central Valley Office; Andy Hoell, Meteorologist, NOAA Physical Sciences Laboratory. |
Date & Time: | 9 September 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Three Minute Thesis Webinar on Drought Presenter(s): Molly Woloszyn, Regional Drought Information Coordinator, National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES), University of Colorado - Boulder; Veva Deheza, Executive Director, NIDIS; Crystal Stiles, Tribal Engagement Coordinator, NIDIS, CIRES; Adam Hartman, Meteorologist, NOAA Climate Prediction Center; Christa Peters-Lidard, Director (Acting), NASA Sciences and Exploration Directorate; Hailan Wang, Meteorologist, NOAA Climate Prediction Center; Jason Otkin, Associate Scientist, Cooperative Institute for Meteorological Satellite Studies, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Evan Sawyer, Drought Coordinator, NOAA Fisheries - California Central Valley Office; Andy Hoell, Meteorologist, NOAA Physical Sciences Laboratory. Sponsor(s): NOAA Regional Collaboration Network Seminar Contact(s): Keli Pirtle, keli.pirtle@noaa.gov and Bethany Perry, bethany.perry@noaa.gov , Remote Access: Please register -- https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3627432221699579663 ![]() Abstract: The NOAA Regional Collaboration Network invites you to join us for a special webinar designed to share experiences and information about NOAA's role related to drought. From learning about the National Integrated Drought Information System, understanding flash drought, or how drought relates to salmon recovery - you will have the chance to hear straight from the experts on a wide array of drought-related topics! In addition, presenters will address questions from the audience. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Recording will be made available shortly after the seminar at: https://www.noaa.gov/regions/central-region-thesis-webinar-recordings Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Addressing Tropical Variability and Convective Gray-Zone Representation in NOAA’s Unified Forecast System |
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Presenter(s): | Lisa Bengtsson, NOAA ESRL PSL |
Date & Time: | 8 September 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Addressing Tropical Variability and Convective Gray-Zone Representation in NOAA's Unified Forecast System Presenter(s): Lisa Bengtsson, NOAA ESRL PSL Sponsor(s): Office of Science and Technology Integration (OSTI) Modeling Division, National Weather Service of NOAA. If you would like to recommend a speaker and topic please email: ufs.modeling@noaa.gov and provide information on speaker and topic along with email addresses of speakers. Seminar Contact(s): Stacy Mackell (stacy.mackell@noaa.gov) and Caroline Delgado (caroline.delgado@noaa.gov)Remote Acess: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2327840262424013581 ![]() Abstract: The weather in the tropics is important for the Earth's atmospheric circulation pattern, therefore, correctly modeling the seasonal and year-to-year variations in this region is crucial for improving predictions of weather and climate across the world. Weather and climate variability in the tropics is primarily driven by equatorial waves interacting with smaller scale atmospheric convection. These convectively coupled' equatorial waves are important for global weather prediction because a better description of the weather in the tropics will lead to a better description of the weather in other places, such as the United States. Convectively coupled equatorial waves have been a major modeling challenge from weather to climate scales because the onset and propagation of these waves depends on processes that are only partially accounted for in global weather prediction systems. In this talk I will present recent research that highlights some key aspects needed in the NOAA GFS description of atmospheric convection to improve the interaction between small scale physics and large scale waves. These aspects include improvements in moisture-convection coupling, stochasticity and sub-grid (and cross-grid) convective organization feedbacks. I will also address aspects related to representing cumulus convection in the so-called convective grey zone regime, and discuss scale adaptive representation of cumulus convection needed to prepare the GFS for higher global resolution. Bio(s): Dr. Lisa Bengtsson is a research scientist at the NOAA ESRL Physical Science Laboratory (PSL). She joined CIRES/NOAA in 2017, after working as a research scientist at the Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute (SMHI) since 2006. Her research interests include parameterization of cumulus convection and model uncertainty . She currently co-leads the NOAA UFSR2O physics development team. Dr. Bengtsson earned her MSc and PhD degrees at Stockholm University in Sweden, and her BSc degree in atmospheric sciences from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, in the USA. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:All PowerPoints and recordings from past webinars can be accessed at the UFS webinar web page ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Newly launched Heat.gov has tools for communities facing extreme heat |
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Presenter(s): | Morgan Zabow, NOAA Climate Program Office, Climate and Health Communications and Outreach Coordinator |
Date & Time: | 8 September 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Newly launched Heat.gov has tools for communities facing extreme heat Presenter(s): Morgan Zabow, NOAA Climate Program Office, Climate and Health Communications and Outreach Coordinator Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Seminar Contact(s): library.seminars@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8285781513893264397 ![]() Abstract: On July 26th, Biden Administration through the interagency National Integrated Heat Health Information System (NIHHIS) launched Heat.gov, a new website to provide the public and decision-makers with clear, timely and science-based information to understand and reduce the health risks of extreme heat. In this presentation, Morgan Zabow will give an overview of the website, which includes current and projected heat information, heat tools across the federal government, information on our urban heat island mapping program, resources and guides on planning and preparing for heat, and more. Keywords: Extreme heat, tools, resources Bio(s): Morgan Zabow is the Climate and Health Communications and Outreach Coordinator with NOAA's Climate Program Office, and works on the National Integrated Heat Health Information System (NIHHIS). As part of the NIHHIS team, she co-leads an interagency heat communications team, is the lead of content creation for the newly launched heat.gov, and helps to manage the citizen science Urban Heat Island mapping campaigns. Morgan has a Masters of Public Health in Environmental Health from Emory University, and a Bachelors of Science from the University of Georgia. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | GNSS Orbit Determination |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Josh Jones, Continuously Operating Reference Station Branch, NGS |
Date & Time: | 8 September 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: GNSS Orbit Determination Presenter(s): Dr. Josh Jones, Geodetic Orbiteer, Continuously Operating Reference Station Branch, NGS Sponsor(s): NOAA/NOS National Geodetic Survey. Seminar Contact(s): sonja.bowen@noaa.gov, NOAA National Geodetic Survey Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/603062761289614606 ![]() Visit the NGS Webinar Series website to register, sign up to receive monthly webinar notices, and learn more: http://www.ngs.noaa.gov/web/science_edu/webinar_series/. Abstract: Satellite orbit dynamics is a critical part to the National Geodetic Survey (NGS) infrastructure. In the age of space-based observations, it is an important concept to understand when discussing measurements taken with the Global Positioning System (GPS). Without the understanding of satellites and their produced data; GPS and other navigation systems would not work. This talk will introduce the basics of GPS and satellites while focusing on:
Technical Content Rating: Beginner- No prior knowledge of this topic is necessary. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Summer Urban Heat Projects in Philadelphia and Charleston |
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Presenter(s): | Ivana Gonzalez, Nueva Esperanza Inc.; Christina Gareis, Nueva Esperanza Inc.; Nikki Pearl, Drexel University; Richard Johnson, Drexel University; Janice Barnes, Climate Adaptation Partners |
Date & Time: | 7 September 2022
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm ET |
Location: | Virtual (see description) |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Summer Urban Heat Projects in Philadelphia and Charleston / Green Infrastructure, Climate, and Cities CCRUN Seminar Series Presenter(s): Ivana Gonzalez, Nueva Esperanza Inc; Christina Gareis, Nueva Esperanza Inc; Nikki Pearl, Drexel University; Richard Johnson, Drexel University; Janice Barnes, Climate Adaptation Partners Sponsor(s): The Consortium for Climate Risk in the Urban Northeast (CCRUN), a NOAA RISA Team Seminar Contact(s): Genie Bey, genie.bey@noaa.gov; Nikki Pearl, np868@drexel.edu Remote Access: Virtual meeting is hosted on Zoom. You must register in advance at https://drexel.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dJzPK4hITqSkmG-w2oTADA ![]() Abstract: CCRUN hosts a monthly series featuring researchers and practitioners from around the urban northeast region and country all of whom have new ideas on how to promote resilient, livable, and sustainable cities. The talks focus on urban solutions to global problems associated with increasing temperature and sea level rise, precipitation variability and greenhouse gas emissions. We are interested in spurring dialogue on the implications of such changes on the complex infrastructure of intensely developed landscapes, and on the health, well-being, and vulnerability of the people who live in them.Join us as we discuss projects addressing summer urban heat throughout Philadelphia, PA and Charleston, SC. Bio(s):Ivana Gonzalez is a lifelong North Philadelphia resident. As the Community Outreach Coordinator at Nueva Esperanza Inc., Ivana is the point person for youth internship programming as well as community education initiatives. In her role, Ivana works closely with partner organizations like PHS, TreePhilly, and Drexel University to combat the decades of disinvestment in the Hunting Park, Juniata, and Feltonville communities. As one of the city's worst urban heat islands, Hunting Park needs investment in trees and other cooling structures and initiatives, like the Planter Bench Project, to stay healthy during increasingly hot summers. Christina Gareis, MS, MPH is dedicated to the advancement of individual and community health and well-being. As the Community Public Health Coordinator on Nueva Esperanza Inc.'s Housing and Economic Development team, Christina conducts community-based participatory research, outreach, and education. She focuses on disparate health-related topics such as the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on low-income and minority communities, the links between environment and health, and other topics. Additionally, Christina supports Esperanza's Neighborhood heat mitigation projects such as leading the tree canopy strategy in Hunting Park, developing block-level greening mapping, and conducting air quality analysis in partnership with Drexel University. Nikki Pearl, MSW is the new Lab Manager for the Sustainable Water Resource Engineering (SWRE) Lab at Drexel University. In her role, she coordinates community-driven outreach initiatives to address climate resiliency and focuses on the implementation of green infrastructure and other climate solutions. Prior to joining Drexel University, Nikki worked for the Columbia, Missouri's Office of Sustainability, where she helped spearhead a Neighborhood Climate Ambassadors Program in frontline communities throughout the City. Richard Johnson is the Director of Community Science at The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University where he delivers projects that develop accessible, applicable, community-centered solutions to environmental challenges. He has spent his career working on environmental education and community development, including as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Dominican Republic and Manager of the Climate & Urban Systems Partnership. At the Academy, he helps lead the Philly Urban Heat Network and spearheads the Academy's Philadelphia Urban Heat and Air Quality Mapping Campaign. Dr. Janice Barnes, Founder of Climate Adaptation Partners (CAP), works with public and private clients to identify their risks and vulnerabilities and to meet their resilience goals. In partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), S.C. Sea Grant Consortium, City of Charleston, The Citadel James B. Near Center for Climate Studies, University of South Carolina, Medical University of South Carolina, and Charleston Housing Authority, CAP is facilitating the Charleston Heat Health Research Program (CHHRP). Following the 2021 HeatWatch campaign, this program aims to collect data during the 2022 heat season that will improve awareness of existing heat-health risks and to use these data to inform design performance criteria for planned investments in site and building designs and associated material selections. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: The presentation will be recorded and archived on https://www.ccrun.org/resources/seminars/ ![]() ![]() Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Environmental Flows in California |
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Presenter(s): | Sarah Yarnell, University of California, Davis |
Date & Time: | 7 September 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Environmental Flows in California Presenter(s): Sarah Yarnell, Associate Professional Researcher, Center for Watershed Sciences, University of California, Davis Sponsor(s): NOAA NMFS SWFSC Fisheries Ecology DivisionSeminar contact: tanya.rogers@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://swfsc.webex. ![]() Abstract: Across California's diverse landscape, water managers have the challenging task of allocating an often scarce resource among cities, farms, and the environment. While determining how much water people need is often possible, determining environmental flows - the streamflows required to sustain freshwater and estuarine ecosystems and the human livelihoods that depend on these ecosystems - is more difficult. Further complicating matters, multiple state and local agencies share responsibility for determining the flows needed to protect freshwater ecosystems, and yet the vast majority of streams and rivers in California do not have instream flow requirements. Among those that do, instream flows have not often resulted in effective protection for aquatic species. As a result, a group of scientists from academia, agencies, research organizations, and non-governmental organizations has focused on developing technical tools and products, including the California Environmental Flows Framework (CEFF), necessary to inform environmental flow management across the state. This talk provides an overview of the state of science on environmental flows, the California Environmental Flows Framework, and opportunities and challenges in California for applying environmental flows. Bio(s): Dr. Sarah Yarnell is an Associate Professional Researcher at the Center for Watershed Sciences, University of California, Davis. Her research focuses on integrating the traditional fields of hydrology, ecology, and geomorphology in the river environment, with the goal of applying understanding of river ecosystem processes to managed systems throughout California. She works closely with government resource agencies and the private sector to assess the impacts of environmental flows and habitat restoration on aquatic biota and provide recommendations for management that improve the functioning of river ecosystems. Recordings: The talk will be recorded; link to recording available upon request. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars- |
Title: | How do weak, misaligned tropical cyclones evolve towards alignment? A multi-case study using observations and HAFS |
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Presenter(s): | George 'Trey' Alvey, PhD, Assistant Scientist, CIMAS/RSMAS University of Miami and Hurricane Research Division/Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory |
Date & Time: | 7 September 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | OAR - AOML - Happenings Calendar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: How do weak, misaligned tropical cyclones evolve towards alignment? A multi-case study using observations and HAFS AOML Science Seminar Series Presenter(s): George 'Trey' Alvey, PhD, Assistant Scientist, CIMAS/RSMAS University of Miami and Hurricane Research Division/Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory (AOML) Sponsor(s): Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory/OAR Seminar Contact(s): Shirley Murillo (Shirley.Murillo@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/544877053 ![]() Abstract: Rapid intensification (RI) commonly begins as weak tropical cyclones (TCs) transition (sometimes abruptly) from a seemingly unfavorable misaligned vortex toward alignment, which poses immense challenges for numerical weather prediction and operational forecasting. Although there have already been many case studies that have improved understanding for processes like vortex alignment and precipitation symmetrization, the vortex-scale and environmental characteristics governing the differing pathways remain more unclear. This study focuses on multi-storm evaluations of weak TCs using observations like ground radar and the Hurricane Analysis and Forecast System (HAFS). High-impact cases from 2019"2021 are specifically highlighted including Dorian (2019), Isaias (2020), Sally (2020), Elsa (2021), Ida (2021), and Nicholas (2021). In cases that feature sustained alignment, the displaced low-level and mid-level circulations non-monotonically progress towards vortex tilt reduction with periods of reformation, precession, and advection. The persistence and intensity of deep convection (near the mid-level center) is a common important feature preceding and during alignment. A feedback loop is also identified wherein outflow boundaries associated with cold pools downtilt may initially provide indirect thermodynamic benefits (e.g., moisture pooling and convergence) to promote upstream convection maintenance, which further increases inflow strength, amplifies instability, and enhances moisture convergence to help convection persist. Keywords: Tropical cyclones, rapid intensification, HAFS Bio(s): George 'Trey' Alvey, PhD is an Assistant Scientist with CIMAS/RSMAS University of Miami and Hurricane Research Division/Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory (AOML). Recordings: Recording will be shared after the event on the AOML YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Transforming underwater sampling and manipulation with soft robotics |
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Presenter(s): | Stephen Licht, Associate Professor and Brennan Phillips, Assistant Professor, URI Ocean Engineering |
Date & Time: | 7 September 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | GoToWebinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Transforming underwater sampling and manipulation with soft roboticsNOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Stephen Licht (Associate Professor) and Brennan Phillips (Assistant Professor, University of Rhode Island Ocean Engineering). Sponsor(s): NOAA Ocean Exploration and NOAA Central Library. Seminar Contacts: Liang Wu (liang.wu@noaa.gov), Chris Beaverson (chris.beaverson@noaa.gov) and NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/36436040524931854 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: Soft robotic actuators and manipulator systems are an emerging technology uniquely suited for use underwater, where they can operate in neutral buoyancy. Soft robotic drive systems also draw significantly less power and produce less acoustic noise than conventional hydraulic systems, making them suitable for use on smaller deployment platforms such as inspection-class ROVs. This presentation will review progress in underwater soft robotic systems, and present applications of emerging technologies in shallow and deep-sea environments. Keywords: Soft robotics, manipulation, sampling Bio(s): Stephen Licht's research group at the University of Rhode Island develops and deploys technologies for underwater, surface, and aerial platforms used in marine applications. His current work focuses on mechanical systems and control algorithms to enhance the capabilities of systems with low logistics footprints. Dr. Licht received a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Yale University, and a PhD in Mechanical and Oceanographic Engineering from the MIT/WHOI Joint Program. Prior to joining URI in 2013, Dr. Licht was a Principal Research Scientist with iRobot Corporation. Brennan Phillips specializes in the development and application of novel instrumentation for oceanographic research. His current research topics include low-light imaging of deep-sea biology and bioluminescence, soft robotic manipulators, hydraulic systems, distributed sensing, and low-cost, lightweight methods for ocean exploration. Dr. Phillips received his BS in Ocean Engineering from URI, an MS in Oceanography from the University of Connecticut, and a PhD in Oceanography from URI/GSO. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA Weather Program Office (WPO) FY23 Funding Opportunity |
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Presenter(s): | John Ten Hoeve, WPO Deputy Director, WPO; Matthew Mahalik, WPO Research Transitions and Funding Opportunity Lead; Tamara Battle, WPO Policy and Partnerships Manager |
Date & Time: | 6 September 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | GoToWebinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NOAA Weather Program Office (WPO) FY23 Funding OpportunityNOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): John Ten Hoeve, WPO Deputy Director, WPO; Matthew Mahalik, WPO Research Transitions and Funding Opportunity Lead; Tamara Battle, WPO Policy and Partnerships Manager (moderator) Sponsor(s): NOAA Weather Program Office (WPO) Seminar Contacts: NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: NOAA's Weather Program Office (WPO) Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23) funding opportunity is accepting proposals through November 17, 2022, as part of four grant competitions valued in total at approximately $13.5 million per year. The opportunity is geared toward researchers in academia, industry, cooperative institutes, and other non-Federal institutions, while also encouraging collaborations between NOAA and external researchers. In FY23, proposals are being accepted for the following competitions: Innovations for Community Modeling, Observations, Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences (SBES), and Verification of the Origins of Rotation in Tornadoes Experiment in the United States (VORTEX-USA; inclusive of VORTEX-Southeast). This webinar will provide insight into the funding opportunity, including tips on how to craft a competitive proposal. Keywords: weather, research, funding Bio(s): John Ten Hoeve, PhD is the Deputy Director of the NOAA Weather Program Office (WPO), and is the lead author for WPO's 2022-2026 Strategic Plan. Prior to WPO, John served as the Deputy Director of the Office of Organizational Excellence at NOAA's National Weather Service, and led the development of the National Weather Service's 2019-2022 Strategic Plan. John holds a B.S. in Meteorology from Penn State University, and a M.S. and PhD from Stanford University in Civil and Environmental Engineering. Matt Mahalik is the Research Transitions Lead for the Weather Program Office (WPO) in OAR. Matt works to coordinate the planning and execution of the transition of science from OAR to other NOAA Line Offices and beyond, while also coordinating WPO's annual Federal Funding Opportunity and Annual Operating Plan. His background is in severe weather research and development, particularly in weather radar and observations. Matt holds a B.S. in Meteorology from Penn State University, and a M.S. in Atmospheric Science from Texas Tech University. Tamara Battle is the Policy and Partnerships Manager for the Weather Program Office (WPO), and is the lead for coordinating and overseeing various aspects of the Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Act of 2017 (the Weather Act) and other weather policy topics for WPO and OAR. Tamara holds a B.S. in Environmental Science from Medgar Evers College, CUNY, M.A. in Geology from The City College of New York, CUNY, and M.S. in Atmospheric Sciences from Howard University, and is a doctoral candidate at Morgan State University in Environmental Engineering. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Using Tools from Stock Assessment to Explore Management Strategies that Achieve Ecosystem Goals in the California Current |
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Presenter(s): | Kiva Oken, Stock Assessment Scientist, Northwest Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 1 September 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Using Tools from Stock Assessment to Explore Management Strategies that Achieve Ecosystem Goals in the California Current (National Stock Assessment Science Seminar Series) Presenter(s): Kiva Oken, Stock Assessment Scientist, Northwest Fisheries Science Center Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and NOAA's Central Library (NCL) Seminar Contact(s): Kristan Blackhart and Library Seminars Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: Many of the models and statistical tools used in stock assessment are also more broadly relevant in the service of ecosystem-based fisheries management. In this talk, I will present several examples from the California Current of how we can use population modeling to explore different management strategies given direct trophic interactions between populations, interactions induced by fishing behavior, and interactions between populations and their environment. We can use lessons learned from these case studies to highlight opportunities and challenges for ecosystem-based fisheries management moving forward.Keywords: ecosystem-based fisheries management, population modeling, California current Bio(s): Kiva Oken is a stock assessment scientist at the NWFSC in Seattle and holds a PhD in quantitative ecology and resource management from the University of Washington. Previously, she was an assistant professor at UC Davis. Her research uses quantitative tools to understand ecological and socio-ecological processes that are relevant for the sustainable use and conservation of fisheries. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | The role of natural and anthropogenic marine aerosols in cloud-chemistry-climate feedbacks: the Benguela upwelling system and Marine Cloud Brightening |
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Presenter(s): | Hannah Horowitz, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign |
Date & Time: | 31 August 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAAScience Seminar Series Title: The role of natural and anthropogenic marine aerosols in cloud-chemistry-climate feedbacks: the Benguela upwelling system and Marine Cloud Brightening NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series Presenter(s): Hannah Horowitz, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign Sponsor(s): NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory. Seminar Contact(s): caroline.womack@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1739234305833204748 ![]() Abstract: Marine aerosols like sea salt aerosols and sulfate, derived from plankton emissions of dimethyl sulfide (DMS), influence climate by directly scattering radiation and serving as cloud condensation nuclei. Clouds also play a critical role in the chemistry of DMS and the recycling of reactive halogens, of which sea salt aerosols are the largest source in the troposphere. Reactive halogens play a key role in the atmosphere's oxidative potential and the chemistry of mercury, ozone, methane, and other aerosol species including sulfate via DMS and nitrates, leading to additional feedbacks on pollution and climate. Here I will present recent work in our group from two projects. First, we simulate the impacts of intentional sea salt aerosol emissions for Marine Cloud Brightening climate intervention on pollutants and greenhouse gases. Second, we simulate the impacts of marine-derived aerosols over the Benguela upwelling system off the coast of Southern Africa, a critical region for Earth's climate and for aerosol-cloud interactions in particular. Here, most previous research has centered on the impact of biomass burning aerosols during its peak season (August " October), while the role of DMS and sea salt aerosol emissions during the rest of the year remain underexplored. We develop and apply the GEOS-Chem 3-D atmospheric chemical transport model to investigate this system, including in the context of our rapidly evolving understanding of DMS chemistry. Bio(s): Hannah Horowitz ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: https://csl.noaa.gov/seminars/2022,contingent on speaker approval. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Sendan e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.govwith the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAAScience Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome yoursuggestions and ideas! |
Title: | The International Terrestrial Reference Frame: More Than Three Decades of Research and Development |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Zuheir Altamimi, Research Director at Institut National de l'Information Gographique et Forestire (IGN), and Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris (IPGP), France |
Date & Time: | 31 August 2022
9:00 am - 10:00 am ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The International Terrestrial Reference Frame: More Than Three Decades of Research and Development Presenter(s): Dr. Zuheir Altamimi, Research Director at the Institut National de l'Information Gographique et Forestire (IGN), and Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris (IPGP), France Sponsor(s): National Geodetic Survey Seminar Contact(s): Carla Kirby - Carla.Kirby@noaa.gov Remote Access: http://meet.google.com/ ![]() ![]() PIN: 376 207 249# Abstract: The presentation introduces the concept of reference systems and frames, but also possible reference frame representations for a deformable Earth. It also details the ITRF genesis, its development over the years, current achievement and scientific results. A particular focus will be given to the newly released ITRF2020, showing its innovations, main results and the usage of its kinematic model pertaining to the precise modeling of nonlinear station motions. Throughout the presentation, we highlight the strengths and weaknesses of the geodetic infrastructures, as well as systematic errors of the four geodetic techniques contributing to the ITRF construction: DORIS, GNSS, SLR, and VLBI. The presentation ends by briefly introducing the objectives of the United Nations Global Geospatial Information Management (UN-GGIM) initiative on the Global Geodetic Reference Frame for Sustainable development, and its responses to help improving the global geodetic infrastructure. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Contact Carla Kirby for presentation slides after the talk. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | The Value of Satellite-Enabled Reductions of Exposure to Poor Air Quality: A literature review |
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Presenter(s): | Jessica Chen, NOAA-NWS, NERTO Intern & NOAA EPP/MSI CESSRST Scholar |
Date & Time: | 30 August 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The Value of Satellite-Enabled Reductions of Exposure to Poor Air Quality: A literature review Presenter(s): Jessica Chen, NOAA-NWS, NERTO Intern & NOAA EPP/MSI CESSRST Scholar Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Seminar Contact(s): Valerie Were (valerie.l.were@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3188835933514790411 ![]() Abstract: Plans for the GeoXO satellite system, which will replace the current GOES-R satellites in the early 2030s, include an atmospheric composition instrument, a hyperspectral infrared sounder, and a higher resolution imager that will be used together to provide greatly enhanced observations of atmospheric gasses and suspended small particles that impair air quality. As with any federal investment, the cost must be more than offset by benefits. However, measurement of the health-related impacts of reducing exposure to poor air quality is a highly specialized field of economics. The goal is to synthesize existing research that can be used by NOAA and other researchers to identify and address gaps in our understanding of the economic benefits of reducing public exposure to poor air quality. Keywords: Atmospheric Science, Economics, Environmental and Public Health Bio(s): Jessica Chen is a Graduate NOAA EPP/MSI Scholar completing her NERTO with NWS. Jessica has a Masters Degree in Sustainability in the Urban Environment and an undergraduate background in Economics. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Atlantic Hurricane Season Update |
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Presenter(s): | Samantha Borisoff, Climatologist with the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell University, and Matthew Rosencrans, NOAA/NWS/Climate Prediction Center |
Date & Time: | 30 August 2022
9:30 am - 10:30 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Atlantic Hurricane Season Update Sponsor(s): NOAA's Eastern Region Climate Services Webinar Series Presenter(s): Samantha Borisoff, Climatologist with the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell University, and Matthew Rosencrans, NOAA/NWS/Climate Prediction Center Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service/National Centers for Environmental Information/Regional Climate Services. Seminar Contact(s): Ellen Mecray Remote Access: Please register here ![]() Abstract: The webinar will feature a recap of August conditions and Matthew Rosencrans will brief on the updates to the Atlantic Hurricane Season. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: If interested in obtaining a PDF of the slides and/or the recording, see the Northeast Regional Climate Center ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Seasonal forecasts of ocean physics and biogeochemistry in the Northeast U.S. with regional MOM6 |
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Presenter(s): | Andrew Ross, NOAA Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory |
Date & Time: | 25 August 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Seasonal forecasts of ocean physics and biogeochemistry in the Northeast U.S. with regional MOM6 Presenter(s): Andrew Ross, NOAA Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory Sponsor(s): U.S. Northeast Climate-Fisheries Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Vincent.Saba@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://meet.google.com/paw-jhrb-nzr ![]() Abstract: TBD Bio(s): TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. |
Title: | Assessing the Dynamics of Equatorial Indian Ocean Driven by Indian Ocean Dipole with Satellite Ocean Color Observations |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Wei Shi, NOAA/NESDIS |
Date & Time: | 24 August 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Assessing the Dynamics of Equatorial Indian Ocean Driven by Indian Ocean Dipole with Satellite Ocean Color Observations Presenter(s): Wei Shi and Menghua Wang, NOAA/NESDSID/STAR/SOCD Ocean Color Team Sponsor(s): NOAA Ocean Color Coordinating Group (NOCCG) Seminar Contact(s): Merrie.Neely@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://meet.goto.com/MerrieNeely/noccg-seminar---wei-shi-noaa ![]() Access Code: 348-758-805 Abstract: This presentation summarizes results from two recent studies in the Equatorial Indian Ocean. With the VIIRS-SNPP observations, we identified, characterized, and quantified the biological Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) for the first time with the 2019 positive IOD event. The 2019 positive IOD event led to anomalous biological activity in both the east IOD zone and west IOD zone. The biological IOD was attributed to the different nutrient dynamics in the east and west Equatorial Indian Ocean. In addition, we developed biological dipole mode indices (BDMIs) based on the dipolar observations of chlorophyll-a (Chl-a) anomalies in the east and west IOD zones during the IOD event. The two BDMIs, which are based on Chl-a difference and relative difference, not only represent the dipolar biological activities in the Equatorial Indian Ocean, but also reflect the thermocline dynamics in the east IOD and west IOD zones. The BDMIs and traditional SST-based dipole mode index (DMI) can both effectively detect IOD signal for the major IOD events. They are complementary for characterizing the IOD events, and the combination of these indices provides a better understanding of the atmosphere and ocean processes for both surface and subsurface. Speaker Bio Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: available 24-48 hours following the seminar at this link: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars_NOCCG.php Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars.php. For more information visit: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.php |
Title: | U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + Climate, Heat and the Southeast |
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Presenter(s): | Sandra Rayne, Southeast Regional Climate Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Todd Hamill, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Pam Knox, University of Georgia; Morgan Zabow, NOAA's National Integrated Heat Health Information System |
Date & Time: | 23 August 2022
10:00 am - 10:45 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + Climate, Heat and the Southeast Presenter(s): Chip Konrad, Southeast Regional Climate Center (Climate Overview) Jeff Dobur and Todd Hamill, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center (Water Resources Overview ) Pam Knox, University of Georgia (Agriculture Impact Update) Morgan Zabow, NOAA's National Integrated Heat Health Information System (NIHHIS) (Climate, Heat and the Southeast) Sponsor(s): NOAA NCEI, National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), National Weather Service, Southeast Regional Climate Center, American Association of State Climatologists Seminar Contact(s): Meredith Muth, NOAA National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), (Meredith.muth@noaa.gov) Abstract: Join us for the Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar! These webinars will provide the region's stakeholders and interested parties with timely information on current and developing climate conditions such as drought, floods and tropical storms, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. Speakers may also discuss the impacts of these conditions on topics such as wildfires, agriculture production, disruption to water supply, and ecosystems. The August 23 webinar will feature a special presentation on "Climate, Heat and the Southeast." Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/9215585718468903438 ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | U.S. Pacific Northwest Drought Early Warning System Drought & Climate Outlook Webinar |
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Presenter(s): | Larry O'Neill, Oregon Climate Service, Brent Bower, NWS Weather Forecast Office - Seattle |
Date & Time: | 22 August 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: U.S. Pacific Northwest Drought Early Warning System Drought & Climate Outlook Webinar Presenter(s): Climate Recap & Current Conditions Larry O'Neill | Oregon Climate Service Seasonal Conditions & Climate Outlook Brent Bower | NWS Weather Forecast Office - Seattle Seminar Contact(s): Britt Parker (britt.parker@noaa.gov) Abstract: According to the August 2, 2022 U.S. Drought Monitor, 39.5% of the Pacific Northwest Drought Early Warning System (DEWS) is in drought. A very wet spring and early summer greatly improved conditions compared to March, when over 70% of the region was in drought. However, a large part of Oregon is still in Extreme (D3)/Exceptional (D4) Drought, as are pockets in Idaho. This webinar will provide more information on the current conditions and outlooks, as well as additional regional presentations. These webinars provide the region's stakeholders and interested parties with timely information on current and developing drought conditions, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. Speakers will also discuss the impacts of these conditions on things such as wildfires, floods, disruption to water supply and ecosystems, as well as impacts to affected industries like agriculture, tourism, and public health. Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2684683458528792335 ![]() Recordings: Yes, you can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | August 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing |
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Presenter(s): | Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy |
Date & Time: | 19 August 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: August 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing Presenter(s): Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contacts: Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/august-2022-climate-outlook/ ![]() Abstract: We will review recent and current climate conditions around Alaska, discuss forecast tools, and finish up with the Climate Prediction Center's forecast for August 2022. Join the gathering online to learn what's happened and what may be in store with Alaska's seasonal climate. Bio(s): Rick Thoman is an expert in Alaska climate and weather. He produces reliable Alaska climate change information and graphics describing Alaska's changing environment. His work spans the bridge between climate modeling, Alaska communities and media. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Implementing genetics into fisheries management: Case studies in Alaska fisheries |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Ingrid Spies, Research Fisheries Biologist, NOAA Alaska Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 19 August 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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Title: | Holu Lalo: A strategy for enhancing resilience of French Frigate Shoals Atoll |
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Presenter(s): | Kiloaulani Ka'awa-Gonzales: E. Gordon Grau Fellow, Contractor with UH Sea Grant in support of NOAA Pacific Region Executive Board |
Date & Time: | 18 August 2022
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET |
Location: | Remote Access Only |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Holu Lalo: A strategy for enhancing resilience of French Frigate Shoals Atoll Presenter(s): Kiloaulani Ka'awa-Gonzales: E. Gordon Grau Fellow, Contractor with UH Sea Grant in support of NOAA Pacific Region Executive Board Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar contact: Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Remote Access: Register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6404566595757519374 ![]() Abstract: Located within the Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument (monument), the tiny islets of Lalo (French Frigate Shoals) serve as critical terrestrial nesting and resting habitat for Hawaiian green sea turtles, Hawaiian monk seals, and seabirds. With nearly 1,000 square kilometers of coral reef, Lalo supports the greatest variety of coral species in the monument; more than 600 species of invertebrates, many of which are endemic; and more than 150 species of algae. In this webinar, Kiloaulani Ka'awa-Gonzales will discuss the efforts taken by monument staff and their climate collaborators to 1) identify priority climate-related stressors present at Lalo, 2) explore adaptive management options to address these climate-related impacts, and 3) establish a comprehensive and collaborative resilience strategy outlining innovative implementation of actions intended to maintain and enhance the resilience of terrestrial and marine habitats at Lalo. This presentation is part of the Monthly Presentation Series at Mokuppapa Discovery Center, which is the visitor center for Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument in Hilo, Hawaii. This lecture series is also supported by the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation through a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook |
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Presenter(s): | Brian Fuchs, National Drought Mitigation Center |
Date & Time: | 18 August 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook Presenter(s): Brian Fuchs | National Drought Mitigation Center Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, USDA Midwest Climate Hub, National Drought Mitigation Center, American Association of State Climatologists, National Weather Service Seminar Contacts: Doug Kluck (doug.kluck@noaa.gov) or Molly Woloszyn (Molly.Woloszyn@noaa.gov) Abstract: The focus area for this webinar series is the North Central region of the U.S. (from the Rockies to the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley). These free monthly webinars provide and interpret timely information on current climate and drought conditions, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. August 2022 topics include continued risk and improvement for drought and flash drought potentials through the end of the growing season, wildfire potential updates/impact, and heat; and recent and potential climate/weather impacts including, but not limited to, a continuing La Nia and what it could mean for the region, flooding concerns (flooding and precipitation), temperature/precipitation outlooks for the next month and (fall) season, and impacts to various sectors across the region. Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7528179497868100876 ![]() Recordings: You can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Second Generation CMORPH for Real-Time Monitoring |
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Presenter(s): | Pingping Xie, NOAA Climate Prediction Center |
Date & Time: | 17 August 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Second Generation CMORPH for Real-Time Monitoring Presenter(s): Pingping Xie (NOAA Climate Prediction Center) Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contacts: Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) & Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/vaws-second-generation-cmorph-for-real-time-monitoring/ ![]() Abstract: The second generation CMORPH (CMORPH2) has started real-time production of high-quality, high-resolution pole-to-pole global precipitation estimates since April 2017. Inputs to the CMORPH2 include rainfall and snowfall rate retrievals from passive microwave (PMW) measurements aboard all available low earth orbit (LEO) satellites, precipitation estimates derived from infrared (IR) observations of geostationary (GEO) and LEO platforms, and model precipitation forecasts from the NCEP operational global forecast system (GFS). A processing system has been constructed at NOAA/NWS/NCEP to produce the CMORPH2 satellite precipitation estimates on a real-time mode. CMORPH2 precipitation estimates generated at various latency levels show very good quantitative consistencies, while comparison against gauge and radar observations indicates pattern correlation improving with the production latency. The most important purpose of this webinar is to get feedback from our colleagues in the field offices on how we may improve the CMORPH2 to better serve operational applications in weather, water, and climate. Bio(s): Pingping Xie is a meteorologist at the Development Branch of the NOAA Climate Prediction Center (CPC). His main duty at CPC is to perform research and development to enhance real-time monitoring and assessment activities in CPC. In particular, recently he has been coordinating a CPC working group to generate a suite of unified global and regional precipitation products for various applications both inside and outside NOAA/CPC. In addition, Dr. Xie is also involved in diagnostic studies of the cloud, precipitation and global water cycle and their representations in the NOAA operational global models (e.g. the Climate Forecast Model, CFS). Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Observations of Arctic-midlatitude weather connections |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. James Overland, Oceanographer, NOAA/Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory PMEL |
Date & Time: | 16 August 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | GoToWebinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Observations of Arctic-midlatitude weather connections Presenter(s): Dr. James Overland, Oceanographer, NOAA/Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory (PMEL) Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3170323456459473167 ![]() Abstract: Ongoing changes in the Arctic add a new driver of severe weather that affect billions of people. Uncertainty arises from the chaotic nature of the atmosphere. The topic needs open ideas for continued research. We note two case studies based on multiple processes for sub-seasonal events and ecosystem impacts for the Bering Sea. Keywords: Jet Stream, Polar Vortex, Sea Ice Loss, Bering Sea Ecosystem, Arctic change Bio(s): Overland's professional interests are scientific support for decision makers on climate and ecosystems in the Arctic and sub-Arctic. He leads projects on: jet stream dynamics, Arctic changes and historical climate, climate and sea ice projections, and ecosystem impacts. Overland was the organizer for the NOAA Arctic Report Card annual summary, a recent Arctic Assessment for the international Arctic Council, and was a Lead author to the 5th IPCC Assessment Report. He has worked with NOAA biologists on endangered species and fisheries management. Having traveled to Arctic as a student in the late 1960s, he has since seen the Arctic change to a different place with loss of sea ice, temperature rise, and global impacts. He has 47 years with NOAA. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Ocean Biogeochemical Modeling and Ocean Color Data Assimilation in the Unified Forecast System |
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Presenter(s): | Xiao Liu, Ph.D, Support Scientist II, I.M. Systems Group at NOAA/NWS/NCEP/EMC, 5830 University Research Ct, College Park, MD 20740 |
Date & Time: | 15 August 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Implementation of ocean biogeochemical modeling and ocean color data assimilation in the Unified Forecast System in support of NCEP's weather, sub-seasonal-to-seasonal, and ecological predictions Presenter(s): Xiao Liu, Ph.D, Support Scientist II, I.M. Systems Group at NOAA/NWS/NCEP/EMC, 5830 University Research Ct, College Park, MD 20740 Sponsor(s): NOAA JPSS Program Seminar Contact(s): Bill Sjoberg (bill.sjoberg@noaa.gov) Remote Access:Meeting ID meet.google.com/pxf-wxis-rde ![]() Phone Numbers (US)+1 614-983-0351 PIN: 155 008 136# Abstract: Ocean biogeochemical processes provide important geophysical feedback to the ocean and weather systems through complex ocean biophysical and air-sea interactions. In recent years, multi-platform satellite observations provide nearly global coverage of surface ocean color with repeat daily cycles, enabling the assimilation of near real-time ocean color products (e.g. Chl-a, POC, Kd) in operational ocean forecast systems. Here we present the implementation of 1) a simple ocean biogeochemical model (BLING) and 2) daily assimilation of MODIS and VIIRS ocean color products in the Unified Forecast System - a preoperational, fully coupled Earth modeling system. We evaluate preliminary ocean analysis results with regard to 1) the impact of biogeochemical data assimilation on simulated ocean physical variables and air-sea fluxes, and 2) the impact of both physical and biogeochemical data assimilation on simulated ocean biogeochemical variables, with a particular focus on prediction skills at timescales of weeks to months. This work is in support of NOAA/NCEP's sub-seasonal to seasonal prediction project. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA CoastWatch: Data Portal and Great Lakes Surface Environmental Analysis |
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Presenter(s): | Soracco/Liu, NOAA |
Date & Time: | 11 August 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title 1: NOAA CoastWatch Data Portal Updates Presenter(s): Michael Soracco, RIVA A demonstration of recently enabled updates and tools in the NOAA CoastWatch Data Portal. Title 2: Great Lakes Surface Environmental Analysis (GLSEA) with ACSPO L3S SST Presenter(s): Songzhi Liu and Andrea VanderWoude, NOAA CoastWatch Great Lakes Node GLSEA is the Great Lakes water surface temperature product developed at CoastWatch Great Lakes node. It is now widely used by a range of stakeholders throughout the Great Lakes and recent advances in using the ACSPO L3S SST have increased the accuracy of this critical resource. Remote Access: Google Meet link: https://meet.google.com/uco-uboz-cmkOr dial: (US) +1 406-838-3189 PIN: 768 242 663# Sponsor(s): NOAA CoastWatch (STAR) Seminar Contact(s): Merrie.Neely@noaa.gov Slides, Recordings Other Materials: available 24-48 hours following the seminar at this link: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars_NOCCG.php Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars.php |
Title: | A simulation framework for evaluating multiple fishery-independent survey strategies in the Main Hawaiian Islands |
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Presenter(s): | Kisei Tanaka, NOAA PIFSC, Honolulu, HI |
Date & Time: | 11 August 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: A simulation framework for evaluating multiple fishery-independent survey strategies in the Main Hawaiian Islands Presenter(s): Dr. Kisei R. Tanaka, NOAA NMFS Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center, Honolulu, HI Sponsor(s): NOAA's Coral Reef Conservation Program Seminar Contact(s): Caroline Donovan, caroline.donovan@noaa.gov Remote Access: Adobe Connect 1. To join the meeting: http://noaacsc.adobeconnect.com/coralscollab/ ![]() 2. Click the microphone at the top of the screen to connect audio. Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: Selecting an effective and cost-efficient sampling strategy in scientific surveys is a major concern in managing living marine resources. We developed a simulation framework to evaluate sampling strategies within the Main Hawaiian Island region based on 10 years of fishery-independent surveys. Specifically, we compare quantitative precision and bias of the spatiotemporal distribution of reef fish biomass estimates among functional levels using three contrasting stratified random survey designs: (1) geographically comprehensive ("traditional"), (2) ecologically homogeneous ("zone-based"), and (3) ecologically homogeneous but geographically reduced ("zone-triaged") stratified designs. We found that across all three survey scenarios, the ecologically homogeneous but geographically reduced ("zone-triaged") stratified design out-performed in terms of accuracy when sampling efforts were significantly lower than historical averages (2013, 2016, 2019). However, differences between the surveys' performance became negligible when the scale of sampling efforts was matched to historical averages. Beyond this specific application, the simulation framework we develop here will be useful for evaluating survey strategies in fishery-independent data poor regions. Bio(s): Kisei Tanaka is a research marine biologist at NOAA's Pacific Island Fisheries Service Center in Honolulu, HI. His research interests include impacts of climate on living marine resources, spatiotemporal models, environmentally-informed fisheries stock assessments, and the use of decadal environmental data for marine resource application. He has received a Ph.D. from the University of Maine. Before joining NOAA, he was a postdoctoral scholar at Princeton University and a research scientist at Monterey Bay Aquarium. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Progress Towards A State-Of-The-Art Land Data Assimilation System In NOAA’s Global NWP System |
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Presenter(s): | Clara Draper; NOAA/OAR, PSL, Boulder, Colorado |
Date & Time: | 11 August 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Progress Towards A State-Of-The-Art Land Data Assimilation System In NOAA's Global NWP System Presenter(s): Clara Draper, NOAA OAR, PSL, Boulder, Colorado Sponsor(s): Office of Science and Technology Integration (OSTI) Modeling Division, National Weather Service of NOAA. If you would like to recommend a speaker and topic please email: ufs.modeling@noaa.gov and provide information on speaker and topic along with email addresses of speakers. Seminar Contact(s): Stacy Mackell (stacy.mackell@noaa.gov) and Caroline Delgado (caroline.delgado@noaa.gov)Remote Acess: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2327840262424013581 ![]() Abstract: The land data assimilation (DA) used in NOAA's global numerical weather prediction (NWP) system is much less advanced than that used at other major international NWP centers, and as a part of the GFSv17 upgrade we are developing a new state-of-the-art land data assimilation system. This seminar will review the planned design of the new land data assimilation system, and progress towards its development and implementation. The first priority for the new land data assimilation system is to replace the current snow depth analysis. The current analysis is quite outdated, and consists of a simple rule-based merging of an externally generated snow depth product. This is being replaced with an Optimal Interpolation (OI) snow depth analysis, based directly on the methods used at other NWP centers. Tests of the snow depth OI with GFSv16 (with the current land surface model, Noah) showed that it significantly improves the model simulated snow depth, while generating small but consistent improvements to the simulated atmospheric temperatures over snow-affected land. Based on these tests, we are preparing the snow depth OI for use in GFSv17. This has included adapting the OI to the Noah-MP land surface model (which will replace Noah in GFSv17), and also implementing the OI within the JCSDA's JEDI data assimilation platform. The second priority of the new land data assimilation system is to introduce a soil moisture and soil temperature analysis. Currently, NOAA does not apply a snow analysis in our global NWP systems, while other centers have done so for decades. For the soil analyses, we are developing a Local Ensemble Transform Kalman Filter (LETKF) assimilation, initially based on assimilation of screen level temperature (T2m) and specific humidity (q2m). Early tests with GFSv16 using the LETKF to update the model soil temperature from T2m observations show very small improvements in the subsequent simulations of T2m, with negligible effect above the surface. Additionally, the impact of the assimilation is limited by the difficulty of obtaining sufficient ensemble spread without introducing biases into the ensemble mean. Work is ongoing to address this issue. Bio(s): Clara Draper is originally from Australia, and has worked at the Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Meteo-France, NASA GMAO, and now NOAA Physical Sciences Lab. She got her PhD from the University of Melbourne in 2011. Her research is focussed on land data assimilation, and her current projects include developing a coupled land/atmosphere data assimilation system for NOAA's UFS numerical weather prediction system, modernizing the UFS snow data assimilation system, and improving the assimilation of Soil Moisture Active Passive (SMAP) soil moisture observations into numerical weather prediction models. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:All PowerPoints and recordings from past webinars can be accessed at the UFS webinar web page ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | The multi-GNSS world at NOAA's National Geodetic Survey (NGS): M-PAGES and international collaboration |
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Presenter(s): | Bryan Stressler, Geosciences Research Division, NGS |
Date & Time: | 11 August 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The multi-GNSS world at NGS: M-PAGES and international collaboration Presenter(s): Bryan Stressler, Geosciences Research Division, NGS Sponsor(s): NOAA/NOS National Geodetic Survey. Seminar Contact(s): sonja.bowen@noaa.gov, NOAA National Geodetic Survey Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2005827391679937804 ![]() Visit the NGS Webinar Series website to register, sign up to receive monthly webinar notices, and learn more: http://www.ngs.noaa.gov/web/science_edu/webinar_series/. NGS has developed M-PAGES, new software to process Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) data from all available constellations with two or more frequencies. This webinar will demonstrate M-PAGES positioning capabilities and discuss upcoming development. M-PAGES will soon replace the legacy GPS-only PAGES software in NGS applications such as the Online Positioning User Service (OPUS). We will also cover:
Technical Content Rating: Intermediate - Some prior knowledge of this topic is helpful. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | The Gulf Blue Navigator: Regional Innovation for the New Blue Economy |
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Presenter(s): | Hailey Bathurst, SeaAhead Program Manager; Taylor Witkin, Bluetech Program Manager, SeaAhead; Philip Hoffman, Uncrewed Maritime Systems Research and Development Coordinator, NOAA Ocean Exploration; Sharon Mesick, Regional Climate Services Director, Southern Region, NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information |
Date & Time: | 11 August 2022
10:00 am - 11:00 am ET |
Location: | Webinar, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The Gulf Blue Navigator: Regional Innovation for the New Blue Economy NOAA Gulf of Mexico Forum Webinar Series Presenter(s): Hailey Bathurst, Program Manager, SeaAhead; Taylor Witkin, Bluetech Program Manager, SeaAhead; with: Philip Hoffman, Uncrewed Maritime Systems Research and Development Coordinator, NOAA Ocean Exploration; and Sharon Mesick, Regional Climate Services Director, Southern Region, NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information Sponsor(s): NOAA's Gulf of Mexico Regional Collaboration Team, a part of NOAA's Regional Collaboration Network Seminar Contact(s): Kristen Laursen, Kristen.R.Laursen@noaa.gov , NOAA Fisheries and Regional Collaboration Network Remote Access: Register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5764336368178942222 ![]() Abstract: One of NOAA's strategic priorities is promoting economic development while maintaining environmental stewardship with a focus on advancing the new blue economy. Collaboration and partnership with private sector organizations are central to NOAA's mission to support blue economic development and growth. In the Gulf of Mexico region, NOAA is collaborating with the Gulf Blue Navigator - led by SeaAhead and the University of Southern Mississippi, to shorten the development timeline for blue technology startups by providing access to state-of-the art research facilities, wet labs, co-working space, mentoring, and networking opportunities with Federal, State, and local agencies. The program exists at the nexus of industry, academia, government, and private sectors to drive the rapid development of applicable technology that simultaneously advances economic development, innovation, and environmental stewardship. The first cohort of four-to-six businesses will start the program in November, running through May of 2023. This presentation will familiarize the audience with the Navigator Program, and identify the alignment with NOAA's mission and strategic vision. Bio(s): Hailey Bathurst has been working with startups since 2016 when she built the first health and wellness accelerator program in Rhode Island through Social Enterprise Greenhouse. She went on to serve in the Peace Corps in Namibia under the community economic development project, working with businesses of all stages through the Municipality. After returning to the US, Hailey earned her MPP from the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy. She now lives in Coastal MS, serving as the program manager for SeaAhead and USM's joint project, the Gulf Blue Navigator.Taylor Witkin, Program Manager, SeaAhead: manages the company's community of bluetech startups, mentors, and platform partners. He currently leads the Gulf of Maine Seafood Sprint, supports outreach to corporate clients, and runs SeaAhead's marketing, communications, and event programming. Taylor holds an MA in Marine Affairs from the University of Rhode Island and a BA in Environmental Studies from Colby College. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Please contact Kristen.R.Laursen@noaa.gov for the recording and/or PDF. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Next Steps in Offshore Aquaculture Management in the Pacific Islands Region |
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Presenter(s): | Tori Spence McConnell, Regional Aquaculture Coordinator, NOAA Fisheries Pacific Islands Regional Office; Randie Hovatter -Moderator-, Communications Specialist, NOAA Office of Aquaculture |
Date & Time: | 10 August 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Next Steps in Offshore Aquaculture Management in the Pacific Islands Region Presenter(s): Tori Spence McConnell, Regional Aquaculture Coordinator, NOAA Fisheries Pacific Islands Regional Office; Randie Hovatter (Moderator), Communications Specialist, NOAA Office of Aquaculture. Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of Aquaculture Seminar Contact(s): Randie Hovatter (randie.hovatter@noaa.gov) Remote Access: Register at: https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?RGID=r7e0492ee7a8237a57a55be19f10e8dd5 ![]() Abstract: This installment of the NOAA Science Seminar Series is presented by the NOAA Office of Aquaculture. The webinar will consist of a 30-40 minute presentation, followed by moderated Q&A for the remainder of the hour. It is open to internal NOAA and external attendees. This session will be recorded. For your convenience, please register in advance. If you have any questions, please contact Randie Hovatter (randie.hovatter@noaa.gov). The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) Pacific Islands Regional Office (PIRO) plans to work with the Western Pacific Fishery Management Council (Council) to establish an aquaculture management program in the Pacific Islands Region (PIR). NMFS prepared a Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (PEIS) to support early planning for a future management program and evaluate the potential effects of alternatives under consideration. The final PEIS supports tiered environmental effects analyses in the future.Although the management program is currently conceptual, aquaculture in Federal waters would be managed under revised Fishery Ecosystem Plans (FEPs) and their implementing regulations. Any future management program would be designed to regulate, manage, and promote the development of an environmentally sound and economically sustainable aquaculture industry in Federal waters of the PIR. The program would enable NMFS and the Council to provide enhanced planning, coordination, and oversight of aquaculture in Federal waters, and is intended to help provide operational stability and maintain Council and NMFS commitments to sustainable and environmentally sound fisheries management. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to oneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Bering Science Spring 2022 - Communicating science in and around the Bering Sea |
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Presenter(s): | Erin Fedewa, NOAA Alaska Fisheries Science Center - crab; Kathrine Howard, Alaska Department of Fish and Game - salmon; Elizabeth Labunski, US Fish and Wildlife - seabirds; Rick Thoman, UAF Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy - climate update |
Date & Time: | 9 August 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Bering Science Spring 2022 - Communicating science in and around the Bering Sea Presenter(s): Erin Fedewa, NOAA Alaska Fisheries Science Center - crab Kathrine Howard, Alaska Department of Fish and Game - salmon Elizabeth Labunski, US Fish and Wildlife - seabirds Rick Thoman, UAF Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy - climate update Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contact(s): Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/bering-science-spring-2022/ ![]() Abstract: Join us for an overview of the Bering Science publication, featuring speakers on crab, salmon, seabirds and climate in the Bering Sea. The Bering Science publication is a collaboration between the Alaska Ocean Observing System and the International Arctic Research Center. The publication shares observations and research that is happening in and around the region. This year's report focused on six topics identified by our Community Advisory Panel - salmon, walrus, crab, halibut, seabirds and climate. Bio(s): Erin Fedewa is a research fisheries biologist studying snow crab population dynamics in Alaska at the NOAA Alaska Fisheries Science Center. Kathrine Howard is the lead fisheries scientist for the Salmon Ocean Ecology Program at the Alaska Department of Fish and Game. Elizabeth Labunski is a seabird biologist with the Division of Migratory Bird Management in Alaska with the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Rick Thoman is the Alaska climate specialist with the University of Alaska, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | The influence of the land-sea breeze on coastal upwelling systems: locally forced vs internal wave vertical mixing and implications for thermal fronts |
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Presenter(s): | Giles Fearon, University of Cape Town, South Africa |
Date & Time: | 9 August 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The influence of the land-sea breeze on coastal upwelling systems: locally forced vs internal wave vertical mixing and implications for thermal fronts Presenter(s): Giles Fearon (University of Cape Town, South Africa) Sponsor(s): NOAA Coastal Ocean Modeling Seminars: https://coastaloceanmodels.noaa.gov/seminar/ Seminar contact: Alexander.Kurapov@noaa.gov Remote Access: Connect with Google Meet meet.google.com/kti-ktaw-nes ![]() Phone Numbers (US) +1 414-856-5982 PIN: 248 179# Abstract: TBD Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Prediction at Weeks 3 - 4 and Subseasonal to Seasonal (S2S) Timescales, August 2022: The Development of UFS Coupled GEFS for Weather and Subseasonal Forecasts |
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Presenter(s): | Yuejian Zhu, NOAA/NCEP/EMC |
Date & Time: | 8 August 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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Title: | Transitioning NOAA Research to Operations (R2O) into National Weather Service (NWS): A fireside chat |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Heather Reeves, Assistant Director of the Cooperative Institute for Severe and High-Impact Weather Research and Operations at NOAA/NSSL; James Nelson, Branch Chief of the NOAA Weather Prediction Center; Matthew Mahalik, Research Transitions Lead for the Weather Program Office WPO; Wendy Sellers, Research to Operations R2O Transition Manager and Program Lead for Multi-Radar / Multi-Sensor MRMS in the NWS Office of Science and Technology Integration OSTI |
Date & Time: | 5 August 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Transitioning NOAA Research to Operations (R2O) into National Weather Service (NWS): A fireside chat Presenter(s): James Nelson, Branch Chief of the NOAA Weather Prediction Center; Matthew Mahalik, Research Transitions Lead for the Weather Program Office (WPO); Wendy Sellers, Research to Operations (R2O) Transition Manager and Program Lead for Multi-Radar / Multi-Sensor (MRMS) in the NWS Office of Science and Technology Integration (OSTI); Steven Martinaitis, Research Associate, Cooperative Institute for Severe and High-Impact Weather Research and Operations (CIWRO) with NOAA/NSSL Fiona Horsfall - Host, Director, ORTA, OAR Nicole Kurkowski - Moderator, R2O Team Lead, OSTI, NWS Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Seminar Contact(s): Abigail Arnold (abigail.arnold@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3167278907982714128 ![]() Abstract: The Fireside Chat on Transition Series will continue with a discussion on the NWS R2O Transition Plan Review. NWS remains as one of the key adopters of NOAA R&D outputs. Through the Office of Science and Technology Integration, NWS developed a robust process to review and approve transition plans to further connect the R&D team with NWS adopters. The panelists will discuss the value of this review, how to prepare for the transition plan review, and take away messages on transition. These Fireside Chats are designed to enable participants to come away with a broader understanding of the research and development (R&D) transition process in NOAA. Keywords: R&D, transition plans, R2O, NWS Bio(s): Steven Martinaitis is a Research Associate with the Cooperative Institute for Severe and High-Impact Weather Research and Operations (CIWRO) at NOAA/NSSL. He is a part of a team of researchers that are focused on precipitation estimation and flash flood prediction. In his role, Steve works on and evaluates new products and techniques within the Multi-Radar Multi-Sensor (MRMS) and Flooded Locations and Simulated Hydrographs (FLASH) systems designed to support NWS operations. James Nelson is the Branch Chief of the NOAA Weather Prediction Center. James's staff maintains all operational production of products. This staff also improves and develops new techniques for forecast product production. One other aspect of the branch is the Hydrometeorological Testbed (HMT) which tests science and forecast techniques in addition to new numerical weather prediction output and post-processed products alongside forecasters, researchers, and developers. The entire branch is the R2O2R for rainfall, winter weather, and medium range forecasting for not only WPC but for the entire NWS. Matt Mahalik is the Research Transitions Lead for the Weather Program Office (WPO) in OAR. WPO finds, funds, nurtures, and transitions weather, water, climate, and social science research toward National Weather Service operations and other applications. Matt works to coordinate the planning and execution of transition of science from OAR to other NOAA Line Offices and beyond. His background is in severe weather research and development, particularly in weather radar and observations. Wendy Sellers is the new Research to Operations (R2O) Transition Manager and Program Lead for Multi-Radar / Multi-Sensor (MRMS) in the NWS Office of Science and Technology Integration (OSTI). In her role, Wendy manages and provides oversight of R2O projects, particularly the coordination of R2O project transition into NWS operations with OAR, NWS headquarters portfolios offices, and NWS Regions and Centers. Nicole Kurkowski is the R2O Team Lead in the Office of Science and Technology Integration (OSTI) of the National Weather Service. She previously served as the NWS OSTI Program Lead for FACETs, COASTAL Act Program Manager, Deputy HFIP Program Manager, NWS STI Storm Surge Modeling Program Lead, and the NWS STI Marine Program Lead. At NASA GSFC, Mrs. Kurkowski supported GMAO as a Scientific Analyst and had previously worked as Meteorologist at NOAA/OAR/NSSL. Nicole earned a B.S. degree in Physics and Mathematics from Georgian Court University (NJ) and a M.S. degree in Meteorology from the University of Oklahoma. Fiona Horsfall is the Director for the Office of Research, Transition, and Application (ORTA) in NOAA's Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR). ORTA leverages NOAA's R&D enterprise to serve NOAA's mission and benefit society by accelerating and facilitating the transition of R&D within NOAA to operations, applications, commercialization, and other uses. As the director of ORTA, Fiona also oversees the Uncrewed Systems Research Transition Office (USRTO) and the Technology Partnerships Office (TPO). Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Reflections on Leadership in an Environmental Agency |
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Presenter(s): | John Cortinas, PhD; Director Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory -AOML-, OAR, NOAA |
Date & Time: | 4 August 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Reflections on Leadership in an Environmental Agency Part of the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series. These webinars are open to the public, in or outside of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Presenter(s): John Cortinas, PhD; Director Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory (AOML), OAR, NOAA Remote Access: Register at https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/etdl68mnpku5/event/registration.html ![]() (limited to 1000 online seats on a first come first served basis) Sponsor(s): This event is part of the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series with sponsorship from the NOAA Science Council. The NOAA-wide NELS provides examples of NOAA's leadership in environmental science, by those who lead it and make it happen. The NELS are presented as part of the NOAA Science Seminar Series For NELS questions, contact nels@noaa.gov. Abstract ![]() Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided at the NELS web page.Speaker Bio ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Recording available a few days after the webinar at the NELS webpage. Notice: This seminar will be recorded for later viewing. By joining you automatically consent to such recording. If you do not consent to being recorded, please do not join the session. To nominate a NELS speaker, please use this form ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Fisheries Management in a Non-Stationary World: Challenges and Opportunities |
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Presenter(s): | Fan Zhang, Professor, Shanghai Ocean University |
Date & Time: | 4 August 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
Location: | TBD |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Fisheries Management in a Non-Stationary World: Challenges and Opportunities (National Stock Assessment Science Seminar Series) Presenter(s): Fan Zhang, Professor, Shanghai Ocean University Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and NOAA's Central Library (NCL) Seminar Contact(s): Kristan Blackhart and Library Seminars Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: The recognition of non-equilibrium and multi-equilibria population dynamics affects various aspects of traditional fisheries management that builds on equilibrium-based assumptions. In response, stock assessment models, reference points and management frameworks need to adapt to and account for time-varying parameters that used to be assumed constant. Despite progress made over the past decades, continuous efforts are needed to deal with non-stationary population dynamics in fisheries management.Keywords: Stock Assessment; Non-stationary Population Dynamics; Dynamic reference points Bio(s): Fan Zhang is a Professor at Shanghai Ocean University, and he is broadly interested in several areas of fisheries science, including fish population dynamics, stock assessment, fisheries management, etc. Fan obtained BSc and MSc degrees at Ocean University of China and acquired a PhD degree at University of Guelph. Before taking his current position, Fan was a Research Scientist at Memorial University of Newfoundland. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Natural capital accounting: From pilot accounts to national implementation |
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Presenter(s): | Ken Bagstad, Research Economist, U.S. Geological Survey; Scott Wentland, Senior Research Economist, Bureau of Economic Analysis |
Date & Time: | 3 August 2022
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm ET |
Location: | GoToWebinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Natural capital accounting: From pilot accounts to national implementation Presenter(s): Ken Bagstad, Research Economist, U.S. Geological Survey and Scott Wentland, Senior Research Economist, Bureau of Economic Analysis Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Seminar Contact(s): Jeff Wielgus (jeffrey.wielgus@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6291465332031584012 ![]() Abstract: Natural capital accounts (NCA) and environmental-economic statistics organize environmental and economic data to provide a consistent view of the state of the nation's natural resource stocks and flows and their economic contributions to the national economy. With the publication of international NCA statistical standards and guidance over the last decade, consensus approaches to NCA are increasingly being applied around the world. In the U.S., recent pilot work on NCA began in 2016, and in April 2022, the White House announced the intent to develop a national strategy for NCA and a plan for its implementation over the next 10-15 years. In this presentation, we will provide an overview of what NCA is, describe past U.S. efforts and the upcoming national NCA strategy, followed by a discussion of NOAA's role in the development and use of NCA together with a wide range of Federal government agencies and departments. Keywords: natural capital accounting, ecosystem services, economics Bio(s): Ken Bagstad is a Research Economist with the U.S. Geological Survey. Since 2016 he has co-led an interagency group developing pilot natural capital accounts for the U.S. While previously detailed to the World Bank he worked with several foreign governments in the construction of natural capital accounts, and he has assisted the UN Statistics Division in developing natural capital accounting methods and tools. Scott Wentland is a Senior Research Economist at the BEA, where his research focuses on housing, real estate, land, and environmental valuation. He has worked with Ken on a number of projects related to the interagency working group since 2016, and currently leads BEA projects on environmental economic accounts, including land and environmental activity accounts. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Oyster Aquaculture as a Nutrient Management Tool |
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Presenter(s): | TBD |
Date & Time: | 3 August 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
Description: | ExpandNOAA Science Seminar Series Please share with anyone (NOAA or not) who might be interested; thanks. Title: Oyster Aquaculture as a Nutrient Management Tool Presenter(s): Dr. Matt Parker, Aquaculture Business Specialist, University of Maryland Extension, and Dr. Suzanne Bricker, Physical Scientist. Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) Science Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Varis.Ransi@noaa.gov, co-coordinator NOAA NOS Science Seminar Series Remote Access: Register at: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/parkerbricker/event/registration.html ![]() 1. If you have downloaded and used Adobe Connect recently, you do not need to download it but you can test it here ![]() 2. If you have NOT used Adobe Connect, you must download Adobe connect ahead of time to use it, and your IT staff may need to do it. The download info is here ![]() ![]() 3. After downloading and testing Adobe Connect, register at link above. Attendees are muted during the webinar and audio is over the computer, so adjust the volume on your computer speakers or headset. Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: NOAA estimated the United States had a $17 billion seafood trade deficit in 2020. NOAA istargeting expanded shellfish aquaculture to close this gap while also recognizing water quality benefits of increased oyster populations. In the Maryland portion of the Chesapeake Bay, the number of oysters harvested by aquaculture has increased tenfold since 2010 with over 90,000 bushels harvested in 2021. Oysters are well known for their ability to effectively remove nutrients from the water column through filtration and assimilation into tissue and shell, as well as through farm related denitrification. This recognition has led to approval of harvested oyster tissue for use as a nutrient Best Management Practice (BMP) in Chesapeake Bay to help jurisdictions meet mandated nutrient reductions. There has been interest in compensating oyster operations for the nutrients removed through the Maryland Nutrient Trading Program established in 2010. With the approval of the oyster tissue BMP in 2016, payments to growers is now possible. This study was designed to evaluate the potential nutrient removal via sustainable oyster aquaculture, the value of the nutrients removed, and the potential payment to growers for the nutrient removal service their oysters provide. Bio(s): Dr. Matt Parker is the Aquaculture Business Specialist with University of Maryland Extension. He received his B.S. (Fisheries Science) from North Carolina State University in 1997, with a Master of Aquaculture (2001) and MBA (2002) from Auburn University. He completed his Ph.D in Environmental Science from the University of Maryland focusing on the effects of debt financing on Maryland Oyster Aquaculture Farm Profitability. Prior to joining University of Maryland Extension in 2011, Matt was an Aquaculture Business Specialist with the North Carolina Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services from 2003-2010. Matt has spent his career educating aquaculture producers about the need for proper business planning and assisting them in writing business plans and finding financing. He was recruited to provide aquaculture business planning instruction for the Myanmar Fisheries Federation as part of the USAID Farmer 2 Farmer program during the summers of 2014 and 2015. Matt is a Past-President of the Unites States Aquaculture Society. Speaker # 2: Dr. Suzanne Bricker, a Physical Scientist at NOAA's Cooperative Oxford Lab, earned a BA from Northwestern University (biology) and PhD from University of Rhode Island (Oceanography). She leads research evaluating the severity of nutrient impacts in US and international waters, and develops tools to assess and improve conditions. Two such tools are the Assessment of Estuarine Trophic Status (ASSETS; www.eutro.org/register ![]() ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sent to all who registered. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas!{Dr. Matt Parker, Aquaculture Business Specialist, University of Maryland Extension, and Dr. Suzanne Br |
Title: | Ocean Surface Salinity Response to Atmospheric River Precipitation in the California Current System |
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Presenter(s): | Lauren Hoffman, PhD candidate, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego |
Date & Time: | 2 August 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Please share with anyone (NOAA or not) who might be interested; thanks. Title: Ocean Surface Salinity Response to Atmospheric River Precipitation in the CA Current System Presenter(s): Lauren Hoffman, PhD, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) Science Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Varis.Ransi@noaa.gov, co-coordinator NOAA NOS Science Seminar Series Remote Access: Register at: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/laurenhoffman/event/login.html ![]() 1. If you have downloaded and used Adobe Connect recently, you do not need to download it but you can test it here ![]() 2. If you have NOT used Adobe Connect, you must download Adobe connect ahead of time to use it, and your IT staff may need to do it. The download info is here ![]() ![]() 3. After downloading and testing Adobe Connect, register at link above. Attendees are muted during the webinar and audio is over the computer, so adjust the volume on your computer speakers or headset. Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: Atmospheric rivers (ARs) result in precipitation over land and ocean. Rainfall on the ocean can generate a buoyant layer of fresh water that impacts exchanges between the surface and the mixed layer. These fresh lenses are important for weather and climate because they may impact the ocean stratification at all timescales. Here we use in situ ocean data, co-located with AR events, and a one-dimensional model, to investigate the impact of AR precipitation on surface ocean salinity in the California Current System (CCS) on (i) seasonal and (ii) event time scales. We find that the CCS freshens through the winter due to AR events and years with higher AR activity are associated with a stronger freshening signal. On shorter time scales, model simulations show that in response to a rain event the vertical salinity gradient near the surface has a linear dependence on rain rate and an inverse dependence on wind speed. Higher wind speeds induce mixing and distribute freshwater inputs over the top 5-10m of the ocean, while lower wind speeds allow freshwater lenses to remain at the surface. The results demonstrate that local precipitation is important in setting the freshwater seasonal cycle of the CCS and that the formation of freshwater lenses should be considered in the CCS on weather event time scales. Bio(s): Lauren Hoffman is a PhD candidate researching at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego. She uses her expertise in data analysis and modeling to study freshwater processes in the upper ocean pertaining to interactions between the atmosphere, ocean, and sea ice. In 2021 she was a recipient of UCSD's Annual Interdisciplinary Research Award for her work in using machine learning to predict and understand sea-ice motion in the Arctic. Lauren earned her BS in Mechanical Engineering from University of San Diego in 2016, and MS in Chemical Engineering from University of California, San Diego in 2018. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sent to all who registered. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Development and Applications of an Ocean, Infragravity Wave, Morphological, and Structural Response Coupled Nearshore Prediction System |
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Presenter(s): | John Warner, US Geological Survey, Woods Hole, MA |
Date & Time: | 2 August 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Development and Applications of an Ocean, Infragravity Wave, Morphological, and Structural Response Coupled Nearshore Prediction System Presenter(s): John Warner (US Geological Survey, Woods Hole, MA) Sponsor(s): NOAA Coastal Ocean Modeling Seminars: https://coastaloceanmodels.noaa.gov/seminar/ Seminar contact: Alexander.Kurapov@noaa.gov Remote Access: Connect with Google Meet meet.google.com/kti-ktaw-nes ![]() Phone Numbers (US)+1 414-856-5982 PIN: 248 179# Abstract: Prediction of extreme storms and their local effects on geomorphology, habitat, and infrastructure are crucial for effective management decisions and to provide early warning for evacuations and to minimize loss of life and property. The National Oceanographic Partnership Program (NOPP) Hurricanes Coastal Impacts (NHCI) project is providing a unique opportunity that combines significant cross-discipline efforts. Here we describe the Coupled Ocean Atmosphere Waves Sediment Transport (COAWST) numerical modeling system where we have recently added a nearshore infragravity wave model (InWave), implemented a 5th order sediment bed elevation updating scheme, included an implicit vertical advection algorithm, integrated a vegetation module, and linked to a statistical structure response algorithm. The model is applied to idealized and realistic applications with a focus on Hurricane Michael (2018) and demonstrate the necessity of including small scale (order several meters) land features such as vegetation cover that modify breaching behavior. Impacts to coastal structures near Mexico Beach, FL are characterized based on predicted damage assessments. Accurate predictions of impacts to these realistic systems requires high resolution nearshore and coastal information of landcover, structure types, bathymetry, topography, and oceanographic observations for comparison to model predictions. This study demonstrates the importance of coupling waves, currents, and coastal land use to predict nearshore morphological change and coastal structure impacts. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | We Rescued the Monitor: How a NOAA-led Team Recovered USS Monitor's Most Famous Components |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. John Broadwater, President and Founder of Spritsail Enterprises |
Date & Time: | 2 August 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: We Rescued the Monitor: How a NOAA-led Team Recovered USS Monitor's Most famous Components Presenter(s): Dr. John Broadwater, President and Founder of Spritsail Enterprises and former Manager of Monitor National Marine Sanctuary (1992-2005) Sponsor(s): NOAA ONMS Monitor National Marine SanctuarySeminar contact: Shannon.Ricles@noaa.gov.Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5304689925188797197 ![]() Abstract: You won't want to miss this webinar as we celebrate the 20thanniversary of the raising of Monitor's turret.Join Dr. John Broadwater, former Superintendent of Monitor National MarineSanctuary, as he recounts the efforts of NOAA, the U.S. Navy, The Mariners'Museum and Park, and other agencies to recover the most famous and importantcomponents of the Civil War ironclad USS Monitor. Monitor was discovered in 1973, lying 16 miles off the NorthCarolina coast. In 1975, the wreck was designated America's first nationalmarine sanctuary. A series of scientific expeditions revealed that the wreckhad begun to deteriorate rapidly, due to saltwater corrosion and storms. NOAAresponded by developing a plan to recover as much of the Monitor'shull and contents as possible.Beginning in 1998, a series of deep-water expeditions recovered Monitor'spropeller, steam engine, and the famous rotating gun turret that was theprototype for all naval armament up to the present day. NOAA could not haveaccomplished these groundbreaking feats without the participation of the U.S.Navy, which conducted most of the recovery work, and The Mariners' Museum andPark, which assumed responsibility for conservation and display of recoveredmaterial. Bio(s): JohnD. Broadwater is president and founder of Spritsail Enterprises, anarchaeological consulting company.During 2007-2010, he was chief archaeologist in the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). From2005-2007, he served as program manager of NOAA's Maritime Heritage Program. From 1992-2005 he was manager of the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary, during which time he directed seven major expeditions to the remains of theCivil War ironclad USS Monitor. During 1978-90, as senior underwater archaeologist at the Virginia Department of Historic Resources, Broadwater directed a study of shipwrecks from the Battle of Yorktown, 1781. John hasparticipated in numerous national and international underwater archaeologicalexpeditions, including deepwater archaeology expeditions in the Black Sea andNorth Atlantic. He has served on numerous archaeological advisory boards and isa Fellow in The Explorers Club. Inaddition, John has published a variety of technical and popular articles andcontributed to numerous archaeological books and encyclopedias including USSMonitor: a Historic Ship Completes Its Final Voyage (Texas A&MUniversity Press, 2012). He has a master's degree in American Studiesfrom the College of William and Mary, and a Ph.D. in Maritime Studies from theUniversity of St. Andrews, Scotland. Recordings: The talk will be recorded; once captioned it will be hosted on the archived webpage: https://monitor.noaa.gov/gallery/webinar-archive.html. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Findings and future recommendations from a review of AI/ML activity across the NWS |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Paul Roebber, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee |
Date & Time: | 1 August 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Findings and future recommendations from a review of AI/ML activity across the United States National Weather Service Presenter(s): Dr. Paul Roebber, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Seminar Contact(s): John Schattel (John.Schattel@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9109110113367549454 ![]() Abstract: A report was commissioned to summarize current AI/ML activity within the U.S. National Weather Service with a view towards identifying existing obstacles and recommending future directions. Although AI/ML activity is growing quickly, this activity is fragmented and lacks the needed infrastructure for improved coordination and efficiency of effort. Current obstacles to future progress include: lack of workforce training in artificial intelligence and machine learning, lack of curated datasets and software that can be used for development and evaluation of artificial intelligence/machine learning approaches, absence of a centralized clearing house available to weather service personnel for technical expertise/consultation, limited operational compute resources, and lack of a clear end-to-end project pathway that encompasses exploration, development, testbed/proving ground and operational implementation. Each of these limitations is addressable. Partnering with the NOAA Center for Artificial Intelligence to develop National Weather Service specific training materials, using learning journey style materials, is of interest to that group and would help address the current knowledge gap within the weather service. The development of reference software and datasets and the establishment of a consulting team to work on specific projects with operational units will reduce siloed efforts and enhance productivity. By establishing funding vehicles for theme-based projects, and for which there is a sustainable pathway from initial exploration all the way through operational implementation, will help bridge the valley of death between research and operations. Agent-based modeling capability with the weather service is currently limited. Given NWS emphasis on Impact-based Decision Support Services (IDSS), agent-based modeling capability should be developed, since this approach can directly link natural and human systems, and can reveal non-intuitive, emergent properties of complex systems like decision support. Collaboration with academic experts in this area, through the above-mentioned sustainable funding pathways, can help to build this expertise. Bio(s): Dr. Roebber received his BSc in Meteorology from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, Canada in 1981. He earn a MS in Meteorology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, MA in 1983. In 1991, Dr. Roebber returned to McGill University where he completed is PhD in meteorology. Dr. Roebber's research interests include the following:
Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides will be shared after the webinar with all who register, or a link where they can be found. Recording will be shared after the webinar with all who register, or a link where they can be found, or a contact for the recording. Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Tracking North Pacific Albatrosses to Understand Fishery Interactions |
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Presenter(s): | Rachael Orben, Assistant Professor, Senior Research, Oregon State University, Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences |
Date & Time: | 28 July 2022
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET |
Location: | Remote Access Only |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Tracking North Pacific Albatrosses to Understand Fishery Interactions Presenter(s): Rachael Orben, Assistant Professor (Senior Research), Oregon State University, Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar contact: Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Remote Access: Register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3651446654398161164 ![]() Abstract: Understanding what drives the interactions between albatross and fisheries operations can offer resource managers new perspectives on strategies to reduce negative encounters, thereby promoting ocean management and albatross conservation. Albatross populations worldwide have been severely impacted by mortalities from long-line fisheries interactions where birds consume bait, become hooked, and then drown. Although albatross can be attracted to fishing vessels, simple overlap between albatross and fisheries distributions does not equate to negative interactions for all birds. Thus, individual-based perspectives can offer insights into the conditions under which albatross approach fishing vessels. Our team is using novel radar detecting biologging devices to identify albatross-vessel encounters within and surrounding the Papahnaumokukea to better understand the impacts of fisheries on albatrosses in the North Pacific.This presentation is part of the Monthly Presentation Series at Mokuppapa Discovery Center, which is the visitor center for Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument in Hilo, Hawaii. This lecture series is also supported by the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation through a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Evaluating near-term forecast skill of species distribution models to novel ocean conditions: guiding expectations for species distribution model projections |
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Presenter(s): | Kathy Mills and Andrew Allyn, Gulf of Maine Research Institute |
Date & Time: | 28 July 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Evaluating near-term forecast skill of species distribution models to novel ocean conditions: guiding expectations for species distribution model projections Presenter(s): Kathy Mills and Andrew Allyn, Gulf of Maine Research Institute Sponsor(s): U.S. Northeast Climate-Fisheries Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Vincent.Saba@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://meet.google.com/paw-jhrb-nzr ![]() Abstract: Correlative species distribution models arecommonly used to provide predictions of species occurrence patterns underfuture environmental conditions, offering essential information for managingthe challenges arising from climate-driven species distribution shifts.Although widely applied, we still have much to learn about the predictive skillof these models. We helped fill this gap using a simulation study to evaluatemodel near-term forecast skill to novel ocean conditions by leveraging recentclimate change responses in two different large marine ecosystems: theNortheast U.S. Continental Shelf and the California Current. Within eachecosystem, we simulated resident and seasonally-migrating species archetypesgiven known species-temperature response curves. Using data from 1985-2004, we fitboosted regression tree distribution models and then used the fitted models toforecast monthly species distributions to the 2005-2020 holdout testing data.For each of the forecast timesteps, we calculated a suite of prediction skillstatistics. Additionally, we summarized how novel the forecast conditions were relativeto the conditions the model learned under using Hellinger's Distance values. Generally,forecast skill declined with increasing novelty of forecast target condition.However, the seasonally-migrating species archetype presented an interestingcontrast to this general pattern as forecast skill remained high and evenslightly increased when forecasting to months in the summer and fall despiteincreasing forecast target novelty. These results build our theoreticalunderstanding of species distribution model forecast skill and provide guidancefor distribution projection efforts, highlighting how underlying systemdynamics and species behavior may interact to create unexpected patterns inmodel forecast skill. Bio(s): Andrew Allyn is a quantitative researchassociate at the Gulf of Maine Research Institute in Dr. Kathy Mills'Integrated Systems Ecology Lab and a PhD candidate at the University ofMassachusetts Amherst. Within Dr. Mills' lab, Andrew leads the speciesdistribution modeling efforts and is particularly interested in using models toforecast species distribution and abundance under future environmentalconditions. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. |
Title: | Scaling satellite observations of giant kelp forests for global-level analyses |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Henry Houskeeper, UCLA |
Date & Time: | 27 July 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Scaling satellite observations of giant kelp forests for global-level analyses Presenter(s): Dr. Henry Houskeeper, UCLA Abstract: Giant kelp populations support productive and diverse coastal ecosystems at temperate and subpolar latitudes in both hemispheres but are vulnerable to changing climate conditions, as well as direct human impacts. Satellite imagery enables the mapping of existing and historical giant kelp populations, but extracting the coverage of giant kelp canopies from large satellite datasets requires automated approaches for kelp classification that are robust within dynamic coastal environments. In this talk, I'll present an update on collaborative research to automate giant kelp image classification, including a Zooniverse citizen science tool with the NASA Floating Forests project, a Google Earth Engine automated approach based on a spectral mixture analysis, and a preliminary machine learning algorithm trained using citizen science data products. I'll compare performance using validation data that spans over 2,700 km of coastline, and I'll discuss the next steps for scaling these tools to support global kelp forest research. Bio(s): Henry F. Houskeeper is a post-doctoral scholar in the Department of Geography at the University of California Los Angeles working with the NASA Floating Forests Project, and is a 2022 Google Cloud Research Innovator. Henry received his Ph.D. in Ocean Sciences from the University of California Santa Cruz with Raphael Kudela, where he also served during two years as an ocean science remote sensing mentor for the NASA Student Airborne Research Program (SARP). His areas of research include environmental remote sensing of coastal and inland water bodies, in situ and airborne radiometry, and automation of satellite image classification.NOAA User Engagement Sponsor(s): NOAA Ocean Color Coordinating Group (NOCCG) Seminar Contact(s): Merrie.Neely@noaa.gov Abstract: coming soon! Bio(s): Dr. Escobar is the Sr Scientist/Policy Advisor for NOAA NESDIS User Engagement and previously was Lead Scientist for NASA/NOAA GEO-XO User Engagement based at Goddard. She has held other contractor positions at NASA Applied Sciences Program. She also is an Army veteran, with 12 or more years of service. Dr. Escobar earned her B.S. degree in Geology from Sonoma State University, an M.S. degree from Arizona State University in Geology/Water Management/Policy, and a Ph.D. from the University of Maryland. Slides, Recordings Other Materials: available 24-48 hours following the seminar at this link: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars_NOCCG.php Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars.php. For more information visit: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.php |
Title: | The effect of waves on drag coefficient and upper ocean response under tropical cyclones |
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Presenter(s): | Isaac Ginis, University of Rhode Island |
Date & Time: | 26 July 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The effect of waves on drag coefficient and upper ocean response under tropical cyclones Presenter(s): Isaac Ginis (University of Rhode Island) Sponsor(s): NOAA Coastal Ocean Modeling Seminars: https://coastaloceanmodels.noaa.gov/seminar/ Seminar contact: Alexander.Kurapov@noaa.gov Remote Access: Connect with Google Meet meet.google.com/kti-ktaw-nes ![]() Phone Numbers (US)+1 414-856-5982 PIN: 248 179# Abstract: TBD Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + Harmful Algae Blooms in the Southeast |
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Presenter(s): | Sandra Rayne, Southeast Regional Climate Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Todd Hamill, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Pam Knox, University of Georgia; Daniel Wiltsie, NC Department of Environmental Quality |
Date & Time: | 26 July 2022
10:00 am - 10:45 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + Harmful Algae Blooms in the Southeast Presenter(s): Chip Konrad, Southeast Regional Climate Center (Climate Overview) Jeff Dobur and Todd Hamill, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center (Water Resources Overview ) Pam Knox, University of Georgia (Agriculture Impact Update) Dan Wiltsie, NC Department of Environmental Quality (Harmful Algae Blooms in the Southeast) Sponsor(s): NOAA NCEI, National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), National Weather Service, Southeast Regional Climate Center, American Association of State Climatologists Seminar Contact(s): Meredith Muth, NOAA National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), (Meredith.muth@noaa.gov) Abstract: Join us for the Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar! These webinars will provide the region's stakeholders and interested parties with timely information on current and developing climate conditions such as drought, floods and tropical storms, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. Speakers may also discuss the impacts of these conditions on topics such as wildfires, agriculture production, disruption to water supply, and ecosystems. The July 28 webinar will feature a special presentation on the Harmful Algae Blooms in the Southeast. Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/9215585718468903438 ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | July 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing |
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Presenter(s): | Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy |
Date & Time: | 22 July 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: July 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing Presenter(s): Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contacts: Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/july-2022-nws-briefing/ ![]() We will review recent and current climate conditions around Alaska, discuss forecast tools, and finish up with the Climate Prediction Center's forecast for August 2022. Join the gathering online to learn what's happened and what may be in store with Alaska's seasonal climate. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | The Trouble with Lionfish |
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Presenter(s): | Steve Gittings, Ph.D., Science Coordinator for NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries |
Date & Time: | 21 July 2022
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET |
Location: | Remote Access Only |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The Trouble with Lionfish Presenter(s): Steve Gittings, Ph.D., Science Coordinator for NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar contact: Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Remote Access: Register at https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3576798610047861260 ![]() Abstract: A lot has changed since lionfish were first seen in the Atlantic Ocean nearly 40 years ago. It became an unprecedented, and perhaps unstoppable invasion, but it also rallied people of many stripes to the cause of protecting the places they loved, but saw being destroyed. Find out why the invasion has been so concerning, what we've learned about lionfish impacts and control measures, and what the future holds for the invasion and the people who have become such a rich part of its history. They're good to eat, will never be endangered, and if you need a pair of shoes, I know a guy. More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook |
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Presenter(s): | Peter Boulay, Minnesota Climate Office |
Date & Time: | 21 July 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook Presenter(s): Peter Boulay | Minnesota Climate Office Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, USDA Midwest Climate Hub, National Drought Mitigation Center, American Association of State Climatologists, National Weather Service Seminar Contacts: Doug Kluck (doug.kluck@noaa.gov) or Molly Woloszyn (Molly.Woloszyn@noaa.gov) Abstract: The focus area for this webinar series is the North Central region of the U.S. (from the Rockies to the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley). These free monthly webinars provide and interpret timely information on current climate and drought conditions, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. July 2022 topics include continued risk and improvement for drought and flash drought potentials, wildfire potential updates, and heat; and recent and potential climate/weather impacts including, but not limited, to a continuing La Nia and what it could mean for the region, soil moisture update and recharge outlook (both too wet and too dry), flooding concerns (flooding and precipitation), temperature and more specifically heat outlooks, and impacts to various sectors across the region. Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7528179497868100876 ![]() Recordings: You can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Eurasian Snow Cover Variability Links with Stratosphere-Troposphere Coupling and its impacts on Alaskan Weather |
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Presenter(s): | Judah Cohen, Atmospheric and Environmental Research, Inc. |
Date & Time: | 20 July 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Eurasian Snow Cover Variability Links with Stratosphere-Troposphere Coupling and its impacts on Alaskan Weather Presenter(s): Judah Cohen (Atmospheric and Environmental Research, Inc.) Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contacts: Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov) Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) & Danielle Meeker (demeeker@alaska.edu) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/vaws_july_2022/ ![]() Abstract: Observed fall Eurasian snow cover extent (SCE) anomalies were first linked with variability in the North Atlantic/Arctic Oscillation (N/AO) where above normal SCE was related to colder temperatures across the Northern Hemisphere continents. Subsequent studies demonstrated that above normal SCE favored tropospheric precursors to sudden stratospheric warming (SSWs) and subsequent tropospheric negative N/AO events. However, the relationship has weakened over the past decade in the observations and is weak to absent in most modelling studies complicating our understanding of snow climate coupling. In a more recent study, we showed that Eurasian SCE is better linked to a lesser-known stratospheric polar vortex (SPV) disruption that involves wave reflection and stretching of the SPV that is related to ridging/high pressure coupled with above normal temperatures across Alaska and cold to even extreme cold across parts of Asia and North America east of the Rockies. Using both observational analysis and novel numerical modeling experiments, we showed that autumn SCE and Arctic sea ice trends can force observed increasing trends in SPV stretching and surface impacts. Our analysis provides a dynamical link between rapid Arctic change and extreme winter weather across large regions of the Northern Hemisphere. Given the link between SCE and SPV variability, SCE could be utilized in subseasonal to seasonal prediction in the winter months. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Global marine biodiversity monitoring through partnership and innovation |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Luke Thompson, Associate Research Professor, Northern Gulf Institute, Mississippi State University, NOAA's Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory |
Date & Time: | 20 July 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Global marine biodiversity monitoring through partnership and innovationPart of the NOAA Omics Seminar Series Presenter(s): Dr. Luke Thompson, Associate Research Professor, Northern Gulf Institute, Mississippi State University & NOAA's Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory Sponsor(s): NOAA Omics Working Group Seminar Contact(s): Katharine Egan, NOAA OAR 'Omics Coordinator, noaa.omics@noaa.gov Remote Access: Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3371183339309353232 ![]() Abstract: Understanding of marine biogeochemistry and conservation of marine communities depends on high-quality assessments of biodiversity. A growing component of biodiversity monitoring is DNA sequencing, which is being coupled with high-throughput imaging and remote sensing to provide ever more comprehensive profiles of marine communities. Some of the challenges in this effort include inconsistent sampling programs, incomplete reference databases (for both genetic and optical data), lack of analytical reproducibility, and under-developed machine learning and modeling methods. At AOML, we are addressing these challenges to help realize the potential of global ocean sampling for oceanography, climate science, and conservation. We are sampling multiple ocean basins with a standardized approach, including the Gulf of Mexico projects South Florida MBON (2015 - present), SEAMAP (2019 - 2021), and GOMECC (2017 - 2021) and global sampling projects Bio-GO-SHIP (2022 - beyond) and Tara Mission Microbiomes (2022). We are sequencing taxa missing from reference databases and creating software tools to improve existing reference databases. We are developing workflows to promote rapid and iterable analysis and meta-analysis of genetic data. And we are developing and refining algorithms to improve taxonomic assignment of genetic sequences, model biodiversity data with environmental parameters, and create composite indices from multiple measures of biodiversity. In this talk, I will present the progress we have made on each of these fronts, describe the datasets we have assembled and have planned, and share some of the initial emerging patterns from our surveys of the Gulf of Mexico. Bio(s): Dr. Luke Thompson is an associate research professor at the Northern Gulf Institute (NGI) at Mississippi State University and NOAA's Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory (AOML) in Miami. Luke received his bachelor's degree from Stanford University and his PhD from MIT, both in biology. His current research focuses on marine systems, from microbes to fish to mammals, using 'omics methods, especially DNA sequencing. His lab is developing methods to facilitate high-throughput environmental DNA sample processing and data analysis, and applying them to monitoring and conservation efforts in the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, and the Great Lakes. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: A recording of this presentation will be made available on the NOAA Omics website. View past omics seminar recordings here: https://sciencecouncil.noaa.gov/NOAA-Science-Technology-Focus-Areas/NOAA-Omics Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | What's Happening with NOAA Citizen Science? An Analysis of Our Project Portfolio by a VSFS Intern. |
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Presenter(s): | Siobhan Powers, VSFS Intern and John McLaughlin, Education Program Manager, USEC/Office of Education |
Date & Time: | 19 July 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | GoToWebinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: What's Happening with NOAA Citizen Science? An Analysis of Our Project Portfolio by a VSFS InternNOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Siobhan Powers, VSFS Intern, and John McLaughlin, Education Program Manager, USEC/Office of Education Sponsor(s): NOAA's Office of Education and NOAA Central Library Seminar Contacts: NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1975621608137794573 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: NOAA has a rich tradition of supporting citizen science, which goes by a variety of different names, through which volunteers engage in activities ranging from observing weather to protecting and managing marine species to charting the seafloor. Through an internship Siobhan examined the current breadth of NOAA's citizen science projects, created a consolidated database, and worked with project managers to collect information about the outputs and outcomes their projects are having. We will present a summary and highlights of these activities as well as proposed next steps. Keywords: citizen science, database, internship Bio(s): Siobhan is a Virtual Student Federal Service (VSFS) Intern working with citizen science for the NOAA Office of Education. She has taken her experiences of data collection and survey design from her undergraduate career and applied them to her internship. John is an Education Program Manager with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Office of Education. He serves as program officer for grant awards through NOAA's Environmental Literacy Program and is a co-coordinator for citizen science efforts across the agency. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA CoastWatch: Dark Vessel Detection |
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Presenter(s): | Bastian/Farley, AI2 |
Date & Time: | 14 July 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Detecting Dark Vessels using Computer Vision Presenter(s): Favyen Bastian and Karen Farley, AI2 Bio(s): Favyen Bastian - Favyen is an Applied Research Scientist on PRIOR at AI2. Prior to AI2, he was a Ph.D. student at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, advised by Sam Madden. In addition to tackling challenges with employing computer vision methods in application domains, Favyen is interested in building systems that make it easier for users with little expertise to develop ML pipelines for analyzing their large-scale image and video datasets. Karen Farley - Karen is the Lead Technical Program Manager for Skylight, part of the Applied Science and Technology department at AI2. The Skylight program provides tools and support to entities involved in protecting against illegal, unregulated, unreported (IUU) fishing and other maritime crimes. Abstract: Illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing impacts millions of people globally and is a key driver of ocean health decline. Tackling this issue requires first being able to detect IUU fishing. Although methods that predict occurrences of IUU fishing from automatic identification system (AIS) tracks are a crucial tool, these methods are less effective for capturing the activity of dark vessels that have disabled or manipulated their AIS data. Synthetic aperture radar (SAR) imagery presents a promising way to detect dark vessels in areas where IUU fishing may occur. We summarize our approach for robustly detecting vessels in public domain SAR imagery captured by the Sentinel-1 satellite, and how we incorporated the model into the Skylight platform. We are also working to develop models for detecting vessels in electro-optical satellite images captured by Sentinel-2 and Landsat-8. Preliminary experiments suggest that the approach we developed for Sentinel-1 is readily adaptable for optical imagery.The NOAA CoastWatch Seminar Series features two speakers from the NOAA CoastWatch Application Team presenting information that will be of interest to NOAA CoastWatch Users and the CoastWatch Team. If you are a NOAA CoastWatch user, or think you might want to be, you are welcome to attend this webinar. Sponsor(s): NOAA CoastWatch (STAR) Seminar Contact(s): Merrie.Neely@noaa.gov Slides, Recordings Other Materials: available 24-48 hours following the seminar at this link: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars_NOCCG.php Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars.php |
Title: | Migrating the UFS Graduate Student Tests to the Cloud |
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Presenter(s): | Sam Ephraim - 2021 Lapenta Intern in NOAA/WPO/EPIC |
Date & Time: | 14 July 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Migrating the UFS Graduate Student Tests to the Cloud Part of the UFS Webinar Series Presenter(s): Sam Ephraim - 2021 Lapenta Intern in NOAA/WPO/EPICCo-Authors: Jose-Henrique Alves, Krishna Kumar, Dominikus Heinzeller, Ligia Bernardet, Minsuk Ji Sponsor(s): Office of Science and Technology Integration (OSTI) Modeling Division, National Weather Service of NOAA. If you would like to recommend a speaker and topic please email: ufs.modeling@noaa.gov and provide information on speaker and topic along with email addresses of speakers. Seminar Contact(s): Stacy Mackell (stacy.mackell@noaa.gov) and Caroline Delgado (caroline.delgado@noaa.gov)Remote Acess: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2327840262424013581 ![]() Abstract: The goal of the Earth Prediction Innovation Center (EPIC) is to enable the most accurate and reliable operational numerical weather prediction (NWP) forecast model in the world. EPIC will achieve this goal through community engagement where students, researchers, professors, and other community members can collaborate to develop open-source code for the Unified Forecast System (UFS). One way to spark the interest of new community members is through Graduate Student Tests (GST), which are usability tests that entail running, modifying, rerunning, and comparing outputs of the UFS code and its applications.In order to increase accessibility of the UFS GSTs, cloud versions were developed as part of a William M. Lapenta internship project at NOAA. The cloud-based GSTs include documentation with instructions to run containerized versions of the UFS usability tests on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) platform that utilize new plotting python scripts to visualize results, as well as a FAQ document. Running the GSTs on the cloud is important for increasing accessibility because community members without access to HPCs will now be able to run the GST quickly and cheaply using any device that can connect to the internet. Cloud-based GSTs are expected to increase the number of people running the UFS. This will in turn increase the pool of people contributing to the UFS, which will help NOAA develop the most accurate and reliable operational numerical forecast model in the world.This talk will discuss the GSTs in depth and explain some of the challenges of deploying the GSTs in the AWS cloud. Performance metrics from running the GSTs in the cloud along with opportunities of future engagement with the UFS will also be discussed. Bio(s): Sam Ephraim is from the Chicago area and recently graduated from the University of Michigan earning a BSE in Climate and Meteorology concentrating in meteorology, and a BSE in Computer Science. This coming year, he will be professional masters student at the University of Miami concentrating in weather forecasting. In the summer of 2021, he participated in the William M. Lapenta Internship, where he worked in NOAA/WPO/EPIC to create documentation to run the UFS Graduate Student Tests in the cloud. Outside of his studies, he loves to sail and was on the University of Michigan Sailing Team as an undergrad, and continues to sail locally. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:All PowerPoints and recordings from past webinars can be accessed at the UFS webinar web page ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | National Geodetic Survey (NGS) Products and Services Update |
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Presenter(s): | Krishna Tadepalli, Geodetic Applications Branch Chief, National Geodetic Survey |
Date & Time: | 14 July 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: National Geodetic Survey (NGS) Products and Services Update Presenter(s): Krishna Tadepalli, Jaya Neti, Janet Henderson, and Bruce Tran, Geodetic Applications Branch, NGS Sponsor(s): NOAA/NOS National Geodetic Survey. Seminar Contact(s): sonja.bowen@noaa.gov, NOAA National Geodetic Survey Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4312028841379162635 ![]() Visit the NGS Webinar Series website to register, sign up to receive monthly webinar notices, and learn more: http://www.ngs.noaa.gov/web/science_edu/webinar_series/. Abstract: This webinar will provide an overview of recent and upcoming improvements to several NGS products and services. Tools discussed will include NCAT, new APIs, JSON datasheets, Mapshaper, and more.
Technical Content Rating: Beginner - No prior knowledge of this topic is necessary. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Funding Opportunity: Actionable Science in the Gulf of Mexico |
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Presenter(s): | Julien Lartigue, Director, NOAA RESTORE Science Program, and Hannah Brown, Communications and Engagement Specialist, NOAA RESTORE Science Program |
Date & Time: | 14 July 2022
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Please share with anyone (NOAA or not) who might be interested; thanks. Title: Funding Opportunity: Actionable Science in the Gulf of Mexico Presenter(s): Julien Lartigue, Director, NOAA RESTORE Science Program, and Hannah Brown, Communications and Engagement Specialist, NOAA RESTORE Science Program Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) Science Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Varis.Ransi@noaa.gov, co-coordinator NOAA NOS Science Seminar Series Remote Access: Register at: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/hannahbrown2/event/event_info.html ![]() 1. If you have downloaded and used Adobe Connect recently, you do not need to download it but you can test it here ![]() 2. If you have NOT used Adobe Connect, you must download Adobe connect ahead of time to use it, and your IT staff may need to do it. The download info is here ![]() ![]() 3. After downloading and testing Adobe Connect, register at link above. Attendees are muted during the webinar and audio is over the computer, so adjust the volume on your computer speakers or headset. Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: The NOAA RESTORE Science Program will provide an overview and answer questions about its newest funding opportunity to support previously planned, actionable science in the Gulf of Mexico. This competition will provide natural resource managers, researchers, and other stakeholders with funding to carry out a planned, collaborative research project that informs a specific management decision impacting natural resources in the Gulf of Mexico. The Science Program will make approximately $15 million available for this competition to fund approximately 10 projects that will run for up to five years. A letter of intent (3-page maximum) is required for each proposal and must be submitted by August 16, 2022. The Science Program will provide written feedback to project teams on their letters in mid-September and host additional webinars for those teams to review the full proposal process. A full proposal will be due by November 15, 2022. Bio(s): (1) Julien Lartigue is the Director of NOAA's RESTORE Science Program. Julien uses his experience working at academic institutes across the Gulf States and with federal and state agencies to connect the research and information needs of resource managers to the problem-solving capacity within the research community. As a long-time resident of the Gulf Coast, he is committed to the conservation and wise management of the region's natural resources and the future of its coastal communities. Julien has a BA in Biology from Swarthmore College and holds a PhD in Marine Sciences from the University of South Alabama. Contact Julien at julien.lartigue@noaa.gov. (2) Hannah O. Brown is the Communications & Engagement Specialist for the NOAA RESTORE Science Program. Hannah uses her experience as a social scientist, science communicator, and journalist to build a network of resource users, managers, and scientists in the Gulf. Hannah is a Florida native with deep roots in the state who has researched the human dimensions of Gulf Coast fisheries. She holds a BA in Psychology from New College of Florida, a MA in Mass Communications from the University of Florida, and a PhD in Interdisciplinary Ecology from the University of Florida. Contact Hannah at hannah.brown@noaa.gov. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sent to all who registered. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Listen In: Acoustic Monitoring of Estuarine Communities Facing Ecosystem Change |
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Presenter(s): | Christopher Biggs, University of Texas-Austin, cbiggs@utexas.edu; Philip Souza, University of Texas-Austin, Philip.souza@utexas.edu |
Date & Time: | 14 July 2022
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Listen In: Acoustic Monitoring of Estuarine Communities Facing Ecosystem Change Presenters)
Sponsor(s): This webinar is sponsored by the NERRS Science CollaborativeSeminar Contacts: Doug George (douglas.george@noaa.gov) or Nick Soberal (nsoberal@umich.edu) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4324822758260834829 ![]() Abstract: Soundscape ecology is a promising new field that studies the sounds produced above and below water using a variety of acoustic sensors. Passive acoustic monitoring records sound produced over multiple levels of biological complexity which can be used to investigate and monitor biodiversity, behaviors such as feeding and spawning, and anthropogenic noise. By implementing acoustic monitoring, scientists and managers can identify key habitats for protection and measure how ecological communities respond to environmental changes (e.g. storm events, coastal development, eutrophication) in a cost-effective and low-impact manner. This project brought together academic leaders in bioacoustics, estuarine ecology, and fisheries ecology with managers and staff from the Mission-Aransas, Rookery Bay, and North Inlet-Winyah Bay reserves. The goal was to develop a framework for a new acoustic monitoring program that could be integrated with reserve programs throughout the region, including: long-term system monitoring; targeted research, e.g. oyster reefs; stewardship applications, e.g. visitor use and anthropogenic noise; and education programs such as TOTE. In this webinar, project lead Chris Biggs will talk about the project approach and management context, share lessons learned from the project, and discuss the value of active acoustic monitoring as a component of ecosystem stewardship. Bio(s): Please visit here ![]() |
Title: | U.S. Northeast Regional Habitat Assessment |
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Presenter(s): | Christopher Haak, Monmouth University; Tori Kentner, Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council |
Date & Time: | 13 July 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | GoToWebinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Northeast Regional Habitat Assessment (EBM/EBFM)NOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Christopher Haak, Monmouth University and Tori Kentner, Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council Sponsor(s): NMFS and NOAA Central Library Seminar Contacts: Peg Brady (peg.brady@noaa.gov) and NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4702291695240836368 ![]() Registering for this seminar will provide you access to the full series of seminars. Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: The Northeast U.S. Regional Marine Fish Habitat Assessment (NRHA) is a collaborative, multi-disciplinary effort to develop decision support products for fish habitat management. Employing a novel spatiotemporal joint-species distribution modeling framework, the team evaluated habitat use patterns for marine fish and invertebrate communities on the northeast shelf, relating catch data from the NOAA Fisheries bottom trawl surveys to an array of environmental predictor variables. Simultaneously, the team developed an R shiny application to facilitate the analysis, visualization, and exploration of state and federal fisheries independent datasets in estuarine, coastal, and offshore environments, and to host NRHA products online. Keywords: Joint-Species Distribution Models, Fish Habitat, R-Shiny Bio(s): Dr. Christopher Haak is a research scientist at Monmouth University working in cooperation with NOAA NEFSC. From shallow back-reef habitats of The Bahamas to the NE continental shelf, his interests lie in understanding how physical and ecological processes interact to shape marine fish communities. Tori Kentner recently joined the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council as a Fishery Management Specialist. Her specialty is spatial data analysis and visualization, programming, and GIS. Previously she was a GIS specialist at NOAA Fisheries for wind energy, deep sea corals and species modeling. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Mapping Marine Debris with Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), Polarimetric Imaging, and Machine Learning |
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Presenter(s): | Chris Parrish, Oregon State University; and Ross Winans. ORBTL.AI![]() |
Date & Time: | 13 July 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Mapping Marine Debris with Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), Polarimetric Imaging, and Machine Learning Presenter(s): Chris Parrish, Oregon State University; and Ross Winans. ORBTL.AI ![]() Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) Science Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): david.moe.nelson@noaa.gov , co-coordinator NOAA NOS Science Seminar Series Location: Webinar Remote Access: Register at https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/parrishwinans/event/event_info.html ![]() You may enter the webinar via a browser or the Adobe Connect app. If you enter via a browser, PC/Windows users should use Chrome or Edge browsers and Mac users should use Safari or Chrome. Do not use the IE browser.If you want to enter via the Adobe Connect app you must download it ahead of time. 1. If you have downloaded and used Adobe Connect recently, you do not need to download it but you can test it here ![]() 2. If you have NOT used Adobe Connect, you must download Adobe connect ahead of time to use it, and your IT staff may need to do it. The download info is here ![]() ![]() 3. After downloading and testing Adobe Connect, register at link above. Attendees are muted during the webinar and audio is over the computer, so adjust the volume on your computer speakers or headset. Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: Marine debris is a pervasive and intensifying problem that poses threats to wildlife, humans, and the marine economy. NOAA's Marine Debris Program (MDP), the Federal lead for addressing marine debris, maintains protocols for shoreline surveys, which entail walking transects to collect debris data, including abundance, characterization, composition. The data from these marine debris shoreline surveys are used for to inform operational priorities, direct cleanup and response, and provide information to assist in policy decisions. Three emerging technologies which offer enormous potential in marine debris shoreline surveys are un-crewed aircraft systems (UAS), polarimetric imaging (PI), and machine learning. This study, conducted jointly by NOAA's NOAA's National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS), the NOAA MDP, Oregon State University, and ORBTL.AI, focuses on combining these technologies to streamline marine debris shoreline surveys, automate detection of debris items, and generate debris heatmaps and other geospatial products to aid in response, cleanup, and policy guidance. Data were collected with multiple UAS, conventional RGB (red, green, blue) digital cameras, and a PI camera for Texas barrier islands. The RGB imagery were input into a machine learning model for autodetection of marine debris. Additionally, information derived from the PI imagery was compared against the RGB-only imagery to quantify the capability to improve detection and recognition of debris using polarimetric imaging. The results show clear potential of these technologies for marine debris mapping. Ongoing efforts are focusing on increasing the technology readiness levels of these technologies for operational use within marine debris programs. Bio(s): Dr. Christopher Parrish is an Associate Professor of Geomatics in the School of Civil and Construction Engineering at Oregon State University. His research focuses on emerging geospatial technologies for coastal applications. He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Geospatial Information Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and an M.S. in Civil and Coastal Engineering with an emphasis in Geomatics from the University of Florida. Chris is President of the American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS) and Director of OregonView, a statewide remote sensing consortium. Prior to joining OSU, he served as lead physical scientist in the Remote Sensing Division of NOAA's National Geodetic Survey. He also holds an affiliate faculty position in the Center for Coastal and Ocean Mapping - Joint Hydrographic Center (CCOM-JHC) at the University of New Hampshire. Additional information on current projects, publications and students is available at: http://research.engr.oregonstate.edu/parrish/ ![]() Ross Winans is a Builder/Seller at ORBTL.AI ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sent to all who registered. Subscribe / Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Shivers in the Graveyard of the Atlantic - Sharks! |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Carol Price, NC Aquariums |
Date & Time: | 12 July 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Shivers in the Graveyard of the Atlantic - Sharks! Presenter(s): Dr. Carol Price, Conservation Research Coordinator for the North Carolina Aquariums Sponsor(s): NOAA ONMS Monitor National Marine SanctuarySeminar contact: Shannon.Ricles@noaa.gov.Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4075885625590961164 ![]() Abstract: Waters off the North Carolina coast are important for sand tiger sharks year-round. It is well known that many of the shipwrecks in the Graveyard of the Atlantic' are aggregation spots. Importantly, pregnant sand tiger sharks are found here during summer, fall, and winter, suggesting a key role of this habitat in their reproductive ecology.The NC Aquariums' citizen science research program - Spot A Shark USA " enlists the help of scuba divers, who photograph sand tiger sharks that they encounter on their adventures and post their images to the Spot A Shark USA website. A team of aquarium scientists and students use Wildbook software to map the unique spot patterns visible along the sides of the photographed sharks to identify individual animals. To date, there are over 2,000 individual sharks in its photo library, with more than 100 sharks that have been photographed on more than one date. Repeat records of even more individual sand tiger sharks will help track their movement and behavior over time. Join us to learn more about how important the North Carolina coast is for this iconic and beloved shark. Bio(s): Dr. Carol Price is the Conservation Research Coordinator for the North Carolina Aquariums where she develops, conducts, and oversees research and field work that aim to protect species and habitats of high conservation need. Her work reflects the commitment of North Carolina's three aquariums and educational pier to promote appreciation and conservation of the diverse natural resources of our state's ocean, estuaries, rivers, streams, and other aquatic environments.One of Carol's primary responsibilities is to manage Spot AShark USA " a citizen scientist program that aims to better understand sandtiger shark Carcharias taurus populations along the Atlanticcoast. Carol earned her BS in Marine Science from the University ofSouth Carolina, MS in Fisheries and Wildlife from Clemson University, and PhDin Fisheries Science from Oregon State University. Recordings: The talk will be recorded; once captioned it will be hosted on the archived webpage: https://monitor.noaa.gov/gallery/webinar-archive.html. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Satellite River Ice Products |
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Presenter(s): | Marouane Temimi, Associate Professor Department of Civil, Environmental, and Ocean Engineering, Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, NJ, 07030 |
Date & Time: | 12 July 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Satellite River Ice ProductsBriefer: Marouane Temimi, Associate Professor Department of Civil,Environmental, and Ocean Engineering, StevensInstitute of Technology, Hoboken, NJ, 07030 Sponsor(s): NOAA JPSS Program Seminar Contact(s): Bill Sjoberg (bill.sjoberg@noaa.gov)Remote Access Meeting IDmeet.google.com/hyz-mjaw-jju ![]() Abstract: An automated deep learning-based system is developed to monitor riverice conditions in near real time in northern watersheds, in the USA and Canada,using VIIRS satellite images. The U-Net deep learning technique is used. Theinput variables to the U-Net include the high resolution I-band images ofVIIRS. The system runs automatically and generates maps that includes classesof water, land, vegetation, snow, river ice, cloud, and cloud shadow. Inaddition, the product estimates ice concentration. The generated maps werecompared to high resolution sentinel 2 and Landsat images. Time series of thesurface areas of snow, ice, and water within specific watersheds can be generatedautomatically over a region of interest selected by the user. Preliminaryanalysis shows that, in some areas of Alaska, a rapid snowmelt tends to occuraround 4 days prior to the start of the mechanical breakup of ice. Theconsistency of the variability of the hydrological variables inferred from thegenerated maps in different locations corroborates the reliability of thesystem and its usefulness to monitor hydrological conditions in cold regions acrossthe USA. A google earth engine-based application was developed to disseminatethe generated maps and plot time series of key hydrological variables overregions of interest defined interactively by the user. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Using Environmental DNA to Examine Artificial Reef Fish Assemblages: If You Build It Will They Come? |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Kyle R. Piller, Edward Schlieder Endowed Professor and Curator of Vertebrates, Southeastern Louisiana University, Department of Biological Sciences |
Date & Time: | 8 July 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Using Environmental DNA to Examine Artificial Reef Fish Assemblages: If You Build It Will They Come?Part of the NOAA Omics Seminar Series Presenter(s): Dr. Kyle R. Piller, Edward Schlieder Endowed Professor and Curator of Vertebrates, Southeastern Louisiana University, Department of Biological Sciences, Hammond, LA Sponsor(s): NOAA Omics Working Group Seminar Contact(s): Katharine Egan, NOAA OAR 'Omics Coordinator, noaa.omics@noaa.gov Remote Access: Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1470838018489437451 ![]() Abstract: Globally, estuarine and marine fisheries have declined over the past century, and a variety of approaches have been employed in an attempt to improve fisheries, including, but not limited to the development of protected areas, implementation of catch regulations, hatchery stocking, and the deployment of artificial reefs. Of these, the use of artificial reefs has been the most recently developed approach. Unfortunately, assessing the success of artificial reefs has been challenging due to the difficulty of using traditional sampling gears to assess species diversity at artificial reefs. My lab gathered environmental DNA metabarcode data (12S mtDNA) to examine fish assemblages associated with artificial reefs of varying ages and construction materials (limestone, concrete, shell, and oil and gas), as well as across seasons and changing environmental conditions in the northern Gulf of Mexico (NGOM) and in Lake Pontchartrain, a large estuarine system in southeastern Louisiana. Generally, our results indicate higher species richness at reefs versus paired control sites, as well as differences among reef position and environmental conditions. Environmental conditions seem to be one of the most important drivers of artificial reef fish assemblages in the region, rather than reef materials. The results from two independent eDNA artificial reef studies will be presented. Bio(s): Dr. Kyle Piller received a BS degree from the University of Illinois, a MS degree from Southern Illinois University, and a PhD from Tulane University. He completed a two-year postdoc at the University of Wisconsin, Center for Limnology/Wisconsin DNR. He recently completed his 19th year as a faculty member at Southeastern Louisiana University. He has an active research program in which he uses a variety of molecular approaches to address questions in fish diversity in the southeastern United States, Mexico, and Central America. He has published sixty-one papers on molecular systematics, population genetics, environmental DNA, and morphological variation of marine, diadromous, and freshwater fishes. He has trained twenty-three MS students and two postdoctoral researchers since 2003. For more information please visit: www.kylepiller.com ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: A recording of this presentation will be made available on the NOAA Omics website. View past omics seminar recordings here: https://sciencecouncil.noaa.gov/NOAA-Science-Technology-Focus-Areas/NOAA-Omics Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Equilibrium reference point calculations for the next generation of spatial assessments |
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Presenter(s): | Maia Sosa Kapur, University of Washington/Alaska Fisheries Science Center, Research Mathematical Statistician |
Date & Time: | 7 July 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | TBD |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Equilibrium reference point calculations for the next generation of spatial assessments (National Stock Assessment Science Seminar Series) Presenter(s): Maia Sosa Kapur, University of Washington/Alaska Fisheries Science Center, Research Mathematical Statistician Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and NOAA's Central Library (NCL) Seminar Contact(s): Kristan Blackhart and Library Seminars Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: Accounting for spatial structure accurately and easily is a major goal for the next generation of stock assessment software development. Reference points (e.g., limit or target harvest rates and their associated biomass) are inherent to stock assessments and are often calculated under equilibrium conditions. We outline how to calculate equilibrium quantities within spatially-structured models where density-dependence in recruitment is local.Keywords: fisheries assessment, recruitment, spatial dynamics Bio(s): Maia is a Sea Grant-funded PhD Candidate at the University of Washington under Andr Punt and an assessment scientist in Seattle at the Alaska Center. She has her BSc from UC Berkeley and a MSc from the University of Hawai'i. Maia worked in the Stock Assessment Program at the Pacific Islands Center before returning to graduate school. Her research focuses on improving assessment methods to address spatially-structured environmental impacts on Pacific groundfish resource management. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Driving Operational Synergies between Geodesy, Meteorology, and Climatology |
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Presenter(s): | Professor Michael Bevis, Division of Geodetic Science, Ohio State University |
Date & Time: | 7 July 2022
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Driving Operational Synergies between Geodesy, Meteorology, and Climatology Presenter(s): Professor Michael Bevis, Division of Geodetic Science, Ohio State University Sponsor(s): National Geodetic Survey Seminar Contact(s): Carla Kirby - Carla.Kirby@noaa.gov Remote Access: http://meet.google.com/exv-hhkq-fwrPhone Numbers (US)+1 414-909-6751 PIN: 338 757 124# Abstract: The history of GPS/GNSS meteorology will be addressed. The synergy between space geodesy and operational meteorology is now an area of intense R&D in China. The synergy will continue to grow as space geodesy evolves beyond our existing GNSS constellations by incorporating large numbers of LEO satellites. This will lead to mm-level positioning in real-time, refractive imaging of almost the entire atmosphere with latencies of order 10 minutes, improved characterization of atmospheric water vapor distribution in space and time, and new applications in climate change research. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Contact Carla Kirby for presentation slides after the talk. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Funding Opportunity: Actionable Science in the Gulf of Mexico |
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Presenter(s): | Julien Lartigue, Director, NOAA RESTORE Science Program, and Hannah Brown, Communications and Engagement Specialist, NOAA RESTORE Science Program |
Date & Time: | 6 July 2022
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Please share with anyone (NOAA or not) who might be interested; thanks. Title: Funding Opportunity: Actionable Science in the Gulf of Mexico Presenter(s): Julien Lartigue, Director, NOAA RESTORE Science Program, and Hannah Brown, Communications and Engagement Specialist, NOAA RESTORE Science Program Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) Science Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Varis.Ransi@noaa.gov, co-coordinator NOAA NOS Science Seminar Series Remote Access: Register at https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/hannahbrown/event/event_info.html ![]() 1. If you have downloaded and used Adobe Connect recently, you do not need to download it but you can test it here ![]() 2. If you have NOT used Adobe Connect, you must download Adobe connect ahead of time to use it, and your IT staff may need to do it. The download info is here ![]() ![]() 3. After downloading and testing Adobe Connect, register at link above. Attendees are muted during the webinar and audio is over the computer, so adjust the volume on your computer speakers or headset. Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: The NOAA RESTORE Science Program will provide an overview and answer questions about its newest funding opportunity to support previously planned, actionable science in the Gulf of Mexico. This competition will provide natural resource managers, researchers, and other stakeholders with funding to carry out a planned, collaborative research project that informs a specific management decision impacting natural resources in the Gulf of Mexico. The Science Program will make approximately $15 million available for this competition to fund approximately 10 projects that will run for up to five years. A letter of intent (3-page maximum) is required for each proposal and must be submitted by August 16, 2022. The Science Program will provide written feedback to project teams on their letters in mid-September and host additional webinars for those teams to review the full proposal process. A full proposal will be due by November 15, 2022. Bio(s): (1) Julien Lartigue is the Director of NOAA's RESTORE Science Program. Julien uses his experience working at academic institutes across the Gulf States and with federal and state agencies to connect the research and information needs of resource managers to the problem-solving capacity within the research community. As a long-time resident of the Gulf Coast, he is committed to the conservation and wise management of the region's natural resources and the future of its coastal communities. Julien has a BA in Biology from Swarthmore College and holds a PhD in Marine Sciences from the University of South Alabama. Contact Julien at julien.lartigue@noaa.gov. (2) Hannah O. Brown is the Communications & Engagement Specialist for the NOAA RESTORE Science Program. Hannah uses her experience as a social scientist, science communicator, and journalist to build a network of resource users, managers, and scientists in the Gulf. Hannah is a Florida native with deep roots in the state who has researched the human dimensions of Gulf Coast fisheries. She holds a BA in Psychology from New College of Florida, a MA in Mass Communications from the University of Florida, and a PhD in Interdisciplinary Ecology from the University of Florida. Contact Hannah at hannah.brown@noaa.gov. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sent to all who registered. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Ecological resilience in large ecosystems |
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Presenter(s): | Vadim Karatayev, University of Kansas |
Date & Time: | 6 July 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Ecological resilience in large ecosystems Presenter(s): Vadim Karatayev, Postdoctoral fellow, University of Kansas Sponsor(s): NOAA NMFS SWFSC Fisheries Ecology DivisionSeminar contact: tanya.rogers@noaa.gov. Remote Access: https://swfsc.webex.com/swfsc/j.php?MTID=m07961348a4316a4d4a63f0f678a72da5 ![]() Abstract: Ecosystems world-wide face intensifying environmental variation and human impacts. Which systems will fail to recover from disturbance and become locked in degraded states? How can we offset this risk? I will begin with California and New Zealand kelp forests, exploring how bridging dynamical models of animal behavior and kelp with large-scale field data helps us resolve how alternative stable states and resilience shape kelp forests. Turning to diverse ecosystems, I will next identify which feedback processes can drive alternative stable natural or degraded regimes in many-species food webs. To consider the human dimensions of resilience, I will then explore governance strategies that can buttress resilience by shifting societies to sustained environmental mitigation. Bio(s): Vadim is an NSF postdoctoral fellow with a PhD in Ecology from UC Davis. He combines theory with large scale data to understand conditions that erode or reinforce resilience in natural and human-dominated systems. This involves fundamental questions at the interface of community and landscape ecology as well as applied science questions ranging from invasive species impacts to accelerating conservation in human societies. Recordings: The talk will be recorded; link to recording available upon request. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Thirty-one days aboard the French schooner Tara in Antarctica |
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Presenter(s): | Nastassia Patin, Postdoctoral Associate, NOAA/AOML, and the University of Miami - Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies |
Date & Time: | 6 July 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | OAR - AOML - Happenings Calendar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Thirty-one days aboard the French schooner Tara in Antarctica Presenter(s): Nastassia Patin, Postdoctoral Associate, NOAA/AOML, and the University of Miami - Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies Sponsor(s): Nastassia Patin, NOAA/AOML Seminar Contact(s): Nastassia Patin, nastassia.patin@noaa.gov Remote Access: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://meet.goto.com/OCED ![]() You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (571) 317-3122 Access Code: 428-203-349 Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://meet.goto.com/install ![]() Abstract: The French schooner Tara has been collecting environmental DNA (eDNA) from across the world's oceans for over a decade. Sequence data released publicly from the Tara Oceans data set has led to hundreds of publications and new insights on microbial life in the oceans. In 2020, Tara began Mission Microbiomes, an ambitious two-year journey to sample eDNA and many other physical and chemical parameters across the Atlantic and Southern Oceans. Nastassia Patin, postdoctoral scholar with the Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory, joined a 31-day leg along the Antarctic Peninsula and Weddell Sea, where she was one of six scientists. The scientific goals of the leg included an iceberg process study and characterizing microbiomes across a gradient of iron concentrations in the Weddell Sea. This cruise fulfilled a pledge to contribute to the AtlantECO consortium, an international partnership between the EU, NOAA, Brazil, and South Africa. In this presentation, Nastassia will describe the scientific goals of the mission, the unique culture of Tara, and the opportunities offered by this trans-Atlantic partnership. Bio(s): Nastassia did her Ph.D. at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography on chemical ecology of marine sediment bacteria. She then did her first postdoc with Frank Stewart and Kostas Konstantinidis at Georgia Tech in Atlanta, where she applied bioinformatic tools to marine microbiomes of underexplored environments. In her current position, she works with Kelly Goodwin at the Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory on marine microbiomes and environmental DNA of the California Current to understand linkages between oceanographic conditions, microbial communities, and fisheries. In her free time she enjoys surfing, riding her bicycle, and hanging out with her two cats. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Will be available upon request. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Assessing the vulnerability of coastal communities to marine heatwaves: a comparison of the U.S. and Australia |
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Presenter(s): | Sally Dowd, University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill |
Date & Time: | 30 June 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Assessing the vulnerability of coastal communities to marine heatwaves: a comparison of the U.S. and Australia. Presenter(s): Sally Dowd, University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill Sponsor(s): U.S. Northeast Climate-Fisheries Seminar Series; coordinator is Vincent.Saba@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://meet.google.com/paw-jhrb-nzr ![]() Abstract: TBD Bio(s): TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. |
Title: | Drone the System Wide Monitoring Program (SWMP): Assessing the Utility of Drones for Monitoring Coastal Wetlands |
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Presenter(s): | Brandon Puckett, NOAA National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science, brandon.puckett@noaa.gov; Whitney Jenkins, North Carolina National Estuarine Research Reserve, whitney.jenkins@ncdenr.gov; Cristiana Falvo, Duke Marine Robotics and Remote Sensing Lab, cristiana.falvo@duke.edu; Justin Ridge, Duke University Marine Robotics and Remote Sensing Lab, justin.ridge@duke.edu; Brittany Morse, North Inlet " Winyah Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, brittany@baruch.sc.edu; Allix North, Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve, Allix.North@dep.state.fl.us; Erik Smith, North Inlet " Winyah Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, erik@baruch.sc.edu |
Date & Time: | 29 June 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | Remote Only |
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NOAA Science Seminar SeriesDate & Time: 29 June 2022, 3 - 4 pm ET Title: Drone the System Wide Monitoring Program (SWMP): Assessing the Utility of Drones for Monitoring Coastal Wetlands Presenter(s):
Sponsor(s): This webinar is sponsored by the NERRS Science CollaborativeSeminar Contacts: Doug George (douglas.george@noaa.gov) or Nick Soberal (nsoberal@umich.edu) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8648906221675140110 ![]() Abstract: Tidal wetland monitoring is critical for detecting changes and managing these vulnerable coastal ecosystems. Wetland monitoring programs typically use ground-based measurements or satellite observations to track changes at small and large scales " but these approaches may miss important processes that occur at intermediate spatial scales or result from discrete events such as extreme storms. Mounting sensors on unmanned aerial systems (UAS) - commonly known as drones - offers an opportunity to radically improve tidal wetland monitoring programs by providing high spatial resolution, coverage, and customization on the operator's schedule.This project team worked with the six National Estuarine Research Reserves in the Southeast and Caribbean to develop, assess, and collaboratively refine a protocol for drone operation, data management, and data analysis. In this webinar, which will consist of a presentation and panel discussion, members of the project team will talk about their approach " which pairs ground-based validation and drone-based observation to estimate common wetland monitoring parameters " as well as the collaborative process that enabled them to develop the protocols. They will also share lessons learned, products developed, and benefits that have emerged from this work. Bio(s): Please visit here ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Estuarine salt-plug formation by an along-shelf buoyant current: a numerical model approach |
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Presenter(s): | Braulio Juarez, Instituto de Investigaciones Oceanolgicas, Universidad Autnoma de Baja California, Ensenada, Mxico |
Date & Time: | 28 June 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Estuarine salt-plug formation by an along-shelf buoyant current: a numerical model approach Presenter(s): Braulio Juarez (Instituto de Investigaciones Oceanolgicas,Universidad Autnoma de Baja California, Ensenada, Mxico) Sponsor(s): NOAA Coastal Ocean Modeling Seminars: https://coastaloceanmodels.noaa.gov/seminar/ Seminar Contact(s): Alexander.Kurapov@noaa.gov Remote Access: Connect with Google Meet meet.google.com/kti-ktaw-nes ![]() Phone Numbers (US)+1 414-856-5982 PIN: 248 179# Abstract: TBD Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Readiness Levels, Transition Plans, and Knowledge Transfers, Oh My! Demystifying Social and Behavioral Science Research to Applications (R2X) |
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Presenter(s): | Gina Eosco, OAR Weather Program Office, Social Science and The Forecasting a Continuum of Environmental Threats FACETS program manager; Castle Williams, FedWriters supporting the OAR Weather Program Office, Social Science R2X Coordinator |
Date & Time: | 28 June 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Readiness Levels, Transition Plans, and Knowledge Transfers, Oh My! Demystifying Social and Behavioral Science Research to Applications (R2X) Presenter(s): Gina Eosco, OAR Weather Program Office, Social Science and The Forecasting a Continuum of Environmental Threats (FACETS) program manager; Castle Williams, FedWriters supporting the OAR Weather Program Office, Social Science R2X Coordinator Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Seminar Contact(s): Francis Choi (francis.choi@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2525976654775848203 ![]() Abstract: Together, the Weather Program Office (WPO) Social Science Program (SSP) and the National Weather Service continue to evaluate how best to transition social science research findings into applications and share operational challenges to inform research. Through various engagements1,2, WPO learned that R2X misunderstandings exist among the social and physical research and operational communities. By implementing meaningful process changes, WPO SSP will highlight recommendations and best practices for transitioning social science research by emphasizing knowledge transfer and nurturing trust between researchers and operational practitioners. Keywords: social science, R2X, transitions Bio(s): Dr. Gina Eosco is a social scientist and risk communication expert managing NOAA's Weather Program Office's Social Science and Forecasting a Continuum of Environmental Threats (FACETS) Programs. Gina's focus is on prioritizing social and behavioral science (SBS) research needs within the weather community, determining ways to translate social science research into applications, and learning from operational meteorologists and practitioners to understand the next research challenge. She is an active member of both the American Meteorological Society, as well as the National Weather Association and is also the 2019 recipient of the AMS Award for Early Career Professional Achievement. Dr. Eosco earned her M.S. and PhD in weather risk communication from Cornell University, and a B.S. in Environmental Science and Policy from the University of Maryland. Dr. Castle Williams is a contractor supporting Dr. Gina Eosco and the WPO Social Science Program as the Social Science R2X Coordinator. Prior to joining WPO, Castle was a research assistant and Co-PI in the Department of Geography at the University of Georgia, where he conducted research-to-applications (R2X) social science research related to weather risk and visual communication. His dissertation offered a definition of message consistency' for the weather enterprise and explored the implications of inconsistent Convective Outlook graphics on lay public end users. Using his personal experiences with the NOAA grant process and his knowledge of NOAA transition plans as an academic researcher, Castle brings a wealth of knowledge, excitement, and enthusiasm to the R2X process, and more importantly, aims to improve this process for principal investigators that wish to translate and transition social science research into various NOAA applications. Dr. Williams earned his M.S. and PhD in Geography from the University of Georgia, and a B.S. in Geography, a B.S. in Psychology, and an Atmospheric Sciences certificate from the University of Georgia. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + 2022 Hurricane Outlook |
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Presenter(s): | Sandra Rayne, Southeast Regional Climate Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Todd Hamill, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Pam Knox, University of Georgia; Matthew Rosencrans, NOAA Climate Prediction Center |
Date & Time: | 28 June 2022
10:00 am - 10:45 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + 2022 Hurricane Outlook Presenter(s): Sandra Rayne, Southeast Regional Climate Center (Climate Overview) Jeff Dobur and Todd Hamill, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center (Water Resources Overview ) Pam Knox, University of Georgia (Agriculture Impact Update) Matthew Rosencrans | NOAA Climate Prediction Center (2022 Hurricane Outlook) Sponsor(s): NOAA NCEI, National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), National Weather Service, Southeast Regional Climate Center, American Association of State Climatologists Seminar Contact(s): Meredith Muth, NOAA National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), (Meredith.muth@noaa.gov) Abstract: Join us for the Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar! These webinars will provide the region's stakeholders and interested parties with timely information on current and developing climate conditions such as drought, floods and tropical storms, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. Speakers may also discuss the impacts of these conditions on topics such as wildfires, agriculture production, disruption to water supply, and ecosystems. The June 28 webinar will feature a special presentation on the 2022 Hurricane Outlook. Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/9215585718468903438 ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Pacific Northwest Drought Early Warning System Drought & Climate Outlook Webinar |
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Presenter(s): | Zach Hoylman, Montana Climate Office; Karin Bumbaco, Office of the Washington State Climatologist, Joe Casola, NOAA NCEI Western Regional Climate Services Director |
Date & Time: | 27 June 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Pacific Northwest Drought Early Warning System Drought & Climate Outlook Webinar Presenter(s): Climate Recap & Current Conditions Karin Bumbaco | Office of the Washington State Climatologist Seasonal Conditions & Climate Outlook Joe Casola | NOAA NCEI Western Regional Climate Services Director Drought Assessment Has Been Outpaced by Climate Change: Empirical Arguments for a Paradigm Shift Zach Hoylman | Montana Climate Office Seminar Contact(s): Britt Parker (britt.parker@noaa.gov) Abstract: According to the June 7, 2022 U.S. Drought Monitor, 53.2% of the Pacific Northwest Drought Early Warning System (DEWS) is in drought, with 17.8% of the region in Extreme/Exceptional Drought (D3/D4). On a positive note, this is down from just over 75% of the region in drought at the beginning of 2022. Much of the region has been getting steady precipitation along with cool temperatures during this time. However, parts of southern OR and ID have missed out on much of the moisture, as has been the case for many years now. This webinar will provide more information on the current conditions and outlooks, as well as a presentation on a new NIDIS-funded study from the Montana Climate Office on "Drought assessment has been outpaced by climate change: empirical arguments for a paradigm shift." These webinars provide the region's stakeholders and interested parties with timely information on current and developing drought conditions, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. Speakers will also discuss the impacts of these conditions on things such as wildfires, floods, disruption to water supply and ecosystems, as well as impacts to affected industries like agriculture, tourism, and public health. Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4493424066685411340 ![]() Recordings: Yes, you can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Three Minute Thesis Webinar on NOAA’s Extreme Heat Efforts |
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Presenter(s): | Kim McMahon, Public Services Program Manager, NOAA National Weather Service, Analyze, Forecast, and Support Office; Jared Rennie, Physical Scientist, NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, NESDIS; Morgan Zabow, Climate and Heat Health Lead, NOAA Office of Atmospheric Research, Climate Program Office; Hunter Jones, Climate and Health Project Manager at NOAA Office of Atmospheric Research, Climate Program Office; Paul Iiguez, Science and Operations Officer, NOAA National Weather Service Forecast Office - Phoenix, AZ; Aja Szumylo, NOAA West Regional Coordinator, NOAA Regional Collaboration Network; Michael Jacox, Research Oceanographer, NOAA Southwest Fisheries Science Center and and NOAA Physical Sciences Laboratory; Derek Manzello, Coral Reef Watch Manager, NOAA's Coral Reef Conservation Program; Teri King, Aquaculture and Marine Water Quality Specialist Washington Sea Grant |
Date & Time: | 24 June 2022
12:45 pm - 1:45 pm ET |
Location: | TBD |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Three Minute Thesis Webinar on NOAA's Extreme Heat Efforts Presenter(s): Kim McMahon, Public Services Program Manager, NOAA National Weather Service, Analyze, Forecast, and Support Office; Jared Rennie, Physical Scientist, NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, NESDIS; Morgan Zabow , Climate and Heat Health Lead, NOAA Office of Atmospheric Research, Climate Program Office; Hunter Jones, Climate and Health Project Manager at NOAA Office of Atmospheric Research, Climate Program Office; Paul Iiguez, Science and Operations Officer, NOAA National Weather Service Forecast Office - Phoenix, AZ; Aja Szumylo, NOAA West Regional Coordinator, NOAA Regional Collaboration Network; Michael Jacox, Research Oceanographer, NOAA Southwest Fisheries Science Center and and NOAA Physical Sciences Laboratory; Derek Manzello, Coral Reef Watch Manager, NOAA's Coral Reef Conservation Program; Teri King, Aquaculture and Marine Water Quality Specialist Washington Sea Grant Sponsor(s): NOAA Regional Collaboration Network Seminar Contact(s): Keli Pirtle, keli.pirtle@noaa.gov and Nicole Fernandes, nicole.fernandes@noaa.gov Remote Access: Please register -- https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2717028894937947152 ![]() Abstract: Nine NOAA colleagues each have one slide and three minutes to share experiences and information about NOAA's role related to extreme heat. From national and local efforts to build awareness and mitigate the effects of extreme heat, to innovative terrestrial and marine research - audience members will have the chance to hear straight from the experts on a wide array of heat-related topics. In addition, presenters will address questions from the audience. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Recording will be made available shortly after the seminar at: https://www.noaa.gov/regions/central-region-thesis-webinar-recordings Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Collecting User Needs for Retrospective Satellite Data |
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Presenter(s): | TBD |
Date & Time: | 23 June 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Collecting User Needs for Retrospective Satellite DataBriefer: Mike Brewer, Chief, Climatic Information Services Branch, NOAA's National Centers for Environmental Information, Climatic Science and Services Division (CSSD), Asheville NC Sponsor(s): NOAA JPSS Program Seminar Contact(s): Bill Sjoberg (bill.sjoberg@noaa.gov)Remote Access meet.google.com/uzf-xzou-gkp ![]() Abstract: In addition to hosting one of the largest and most significant archives of environmental data across the world, NOAA's National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI) is a leading science and services agency for climate and other environmental information. In order to assess the impact of NOAA data, information, and services, it is critical for NCEI to understand the uses and benefits of the data it provides to users. NCEI also uses this information to evolve its suite of use-inspired data and information and to ensure the data is applicable to planning and decision making. Over the past several years, NCEI has made a concerted effort to understand and document the benefits of its data to decision makers in multiple sectors of the Nation's economy. This includes research, reports, documenting customer use cases, and general user engagement. This presentation provides an overview of the benefits derived by end users of NOAA information and services provided from NCEI. It also will focus on users, uses, and benefits of JPSS data and information. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas!(Mike Brewer, Chief, Climatic Information Services Branch, NOAA's National Centers for Environmental Information, Climatic Science and Services Division (CSSD), Asheville NC) |
Title: | Physical Heights of Inland Lakes |
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Presenter(s): | Dr.Nico Sneeuw, University of Stuttgart, Germany |
Date & Time: | 23 June 2022
9:00 am - 10:00 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Physical Heights of Inland Lakes Presenter(s): Dr. NicoSneeuw, Institute of Geodesy, University of Stuttgart, Germany Sponsor(s): National Geodetic Survey Seminar Contact(s): Carla Kirby - Carla.Kirby@noaa.gov Remote Access: meet.google.com/gcr-vkeq-opnPhone Numbers (US)+1 409-420-8301 PIN: 714 457 506# Abstract: Inlandsatellite altimetry is routinely used to monitor the water levels of rivers,lakes, and reservoirs. Although well understood in physical geodesy, quantificationof the orthometric height variation of a lake surface is lacking. How orthometric height variation depends ongravity variation and on height will be explained. Bio(s): Adjunct Professor, College of Engineering, University of Tehran, Iran:; Professor and Director Institute of Geodesy, Faculty of Aerospace Engineering and Geodesy, University of Stuttgart, Germany: and Luojia Chair (honorary professorship), Wuhan University, China. Expertise is in Spaceborne Gravimetry, Hydro-Geodesy and Geodetic Earth System Science, and Theory of Satellite Geodesy. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Contact Carla Kirby for presentation slides after the talk. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Community-Based Queen Conch Aquaculture in Puerto Rico |
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Presenter(s): | Megan Davis, Ph.D., Research Professor, Aquaculture & Stock Enhancement, FAU Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute; Raimundo Espinoza, Executive Director, Conservacin ConCiencia; Randie Hovatter, Communications Specialist, NOAA Office of Aquaculture |
Date & Time: | 22 June 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Community-Based Queen Conch Aquaculture in Puerto Rico Presenter(s): Megan Davis, Ph.D., Research Professor, Aquaculture & Stock Enhancement, FAU Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute; Raimundo Espinoza, Executive Director, Conservacin ConCiencia; Randie Hovatter (Moderator), Communications Specialist, NOAA Office of Aquaculture. Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of Aquaculture Seminar Contact(s): Randie Hovatter (randie.hovatter@noaa.gov) Remote Access: Register at https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?RGID=r631df511f8dfdc5eea3d111d7a5cdc13 ![]() Abstract: This installment of the NOAA Science Seminar Series is presented by the NOAA Office of Aquaculture. The webinar will consist of a 30-40 minute presentation, followed by moderated Q&A for the remainder of the hour. It is open to internal NOAA and external attendees. This session will be captioned and recorded. For your convenience, please register in advance. If you have any questions, please contact Randie Hovatter (randie.hovatter@noaa.gov). The queen conch (Aliger gigas) is an important fishery species in the Caribbean. Over the past several decades there has been a significant decline of the conch in the region due to overfishing and habitat degradation. The conch, also known as carrucho,' is fished in Puerto Rico for local consumption, with very little export. With the decline in populations in the Puerto Rico state and federal waters, closed seasons, and disruption of conch habitats from hurricanes, conch is a prime candidate aquaculture species.The project goal for the Saltonstall-Kennedy NOAA Awards is to assist with restoration of the queen conch fishery in Puerto Rico by producing 2,000 conch per year in a fishers-operated pilot-scale hatchery and nursery facility. In June 2021, the conch hatchery and seawater system were completed at the Naguabo Commercial Fishing Association. The fishers collect up to three small sections of conch egg masses every one to two weeks during their fishing trips. In the hatchery, the egg masses incubate in a recirculating saltwater system. On the fourth day, each egg mass hatches in a 68-L larval tank. The conch veligers (larvae) are cultured for 21-28 days and fed microalgae (Isocrysis galbana and Chaetoceros gracilis). In July 2021, the first culture of larvae successfully metamorphosed in shallow trays in a recirculating tank system. Detrital seagrass blades were used as the metamorphic cue and the conch were provided with flocculated C. gracilis food. Multiple batches of larvae have been raised and the juveniles are grown in a recirculating nursery tank system with sand substrate. At this stage the conch are fed a gel-diet for 12-months prior to release (at 7-8 cm) in nearby seagrass beds. This project serves as a model that can be transferred to other fishing communities in Puerto Rico and elsewhere in the Caribbean. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to oneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA User Engagement- Vanessa Escobar |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Vanessa Escobar, NOAA/NESDIS |
Date & Time: | 22 June 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NOAA User Engagement Presenter(s): Vanessa Escobar, NOAA/NESDIS Sponsor(s): NOAA Ocean Color Coordinating Group (NOCCG) Seminar Contact(s): Merrie.Neely@noaa.gov Abstract: coming soon! Bio(s): Dr. Escobar is the Sr Scientist/Policy Advisor for NOAA NESDIS User Engagement and previously was Lead Scientist for NASA/NOAA GEO-XO User Engagement based at Goddard. She has held other contractor positions at NASA Applied Sciences Program. She also is an Army veteran, with 12 or more years of service. Dr. Escobar earned her B.S. degree in Geology from Sonoma State University, an M.S. degree from Arizona State University in Geology/Water Management/Policy, and a Ph.D. from the University of Maryland. Slides, Recordings Other Materials: available 24-48 hours following the seminar at this link: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars_NOCCG.php Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars.php |
Title: | Global Deep Sea Capacity Assessment Results |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Katy Croff Bell, President and Founder, Ocean Discovery League; Maud Quinzin, Capacity Assessment Project Manager, Ocean Discovery League |
Date & Time: | 22 June 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Global Deep Sea Capacity Assessment Results Presenter(s): Dr. Katy Croff Bell (President and Founder, Ocean Discovery League) and Maud Quinzin (Capacity Assessment Project Manager, Ocean Discovery League). https://drive.google.com/file/d/1s-cCYRMusVc2tXE1zXrwwjKG6FoMYG66/view?usp=sharing ![]() Sponsor(s): NOAA Ocean Exploration and NOAA Central Library. Seminar Contact(s): Joanne Flanders (joanne.flanders@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2726402231330937099 ![]() Accessibility: Closed Captioning Link: https://das.1capapp.com/session/341226/view?sessid=r2pj44vaadpock2gdipgsn37m1 ![]() Abstract: Exploration and research in the 93% of our planet's ocean that lies deeper than 200m is typically conducted by only a handful of countries with the required financial and personnel resources. But just how many countries actually have the capacity to access and work in the deep ocean? The Global Deep Sea Capacity Assessment is a baseline survey of the technical and human capacity for deep sea science and exploration in every coastal nation with deep waters (200m+) around the world. The assessment, conducted throughout 2021, was led by Dr. Katy Croff Bell, National Geographic Explorer and Founder of Ocean Discovery League. This assessment is the broadest survey ever conducted on current capabilities to explore and study the deep sea, including more than 120 countries, of which 100 were developing economies and Small Island Developing States. In addition to the survey responses, the results include detailed research conducted by a global team of research assistants. Bios ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: A recording will be available after the webinar on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to: OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Monitoring and Predicting the Mediterranean and Black Seas from Regional to Coastal Scales |
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Presenter(s): | Leonardo Lima & Giovanni Choppini, Centro Euro-Mediterraneo sui Cambiamenti Climatici, Lecce, Italy |
Date & Time: | 21 June 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Monitoring and Predicting the Mediterranean and Black Seas from Regional to Coastal Scales Presenter(s): Leonardo Lima & Giovanni Coppini (Centro Euro-Mediterraneo sui Cambiamenti Climatici, Lecce, Italy) Sponsor(s): NOAA Coastal Ocean Modeling Seminars: https://coastaloceanmodels.noaa.gov/seminar/ Seminar Contact(s): Alexander.Kurapov@noaa.gov Remote Access: Connect with Google Meet meet.google.com/kti-ktaw-nes ![]() Phone Numbers (US)+1 414-856-5982 PIN: 248 179# Abstract: TBD Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | June 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing |
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Presenter(s): | Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy |
Date & Time: | 17 June 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: June 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing Presenter(s): Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contact(s): Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov) & Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/june-2022-nws-climate-briefing/ ![]() Abstract: We will review recent and current climate conditions around Alaska, review some forecast tools, and finish up with the Climate Prediction Center's forecast for July 2022 and the summer season. Join the gathering online to learn what's happened and what may be in store with Alaska's seasonal climate. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | National Marine Sanctuaries: Where We've Been and Where We're Headed |
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Presenter(s): | John Armor, Director, NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries |
Date & Time: | 16 June 2022
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET |
Location: | Remote Access Only |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: National Marine Sanctuaries: Where We've Been and Where We're Headed Presenter(s): John Armor, Director, NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar contact: Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Remote Access: Register at https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/753425373229203980 Abstract: Nearly fifty years ago, a new era of ocean conservation was born by creating a system of national marine sanctuaries. Since then, the National Marine Sanctuary System has grown into a nationwide network of 15 national marine sanctuaries and two marine national monuments that conserve more than 620,000 square miles of spectacular ocean and Great Lakes waters, an area nearly the size of Alaska. As we approach the 50th anniversary of the System, we're taking time to look back on all that's been accomplished, celebrate where we've gotten to, and plan for the future, to elevate national marine sanctuaries and their effectiveness (as well as other types of MPAs) as part of a future strategy for ocean and Great Lakes conservation.This presentation is part of the Third Thursday By the Bay Presentation Series at Mokuppapa Discovery Center, which is the visitor center for Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument in Hilo, Hawaii. This lecture series is also supported by the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation through a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook |
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Presenter(s): | Beth Hall, Indiana State Climatologist |
Date & Time: | 16 June 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook Presenter(s): Beth Hall | Indiana State Climatologist Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, USDA Midwest Climate Hub, National Drought Mitigation Center, American Association of State Climatologists, National Weather Service Seminar Contacts: Doug Kluck (doug.kluck@noaa.gov) or Molly Woloszyn (Molly.Woloszyn@noaa.gov) Abstract: The focus area for this webinar series is the North Central region of the U.S. (from the Rockies to the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley). These free monthly webinars provide and interpret timely information on current climate and drought conditions, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. June 2022 topics include drought changes and longer term impacts, continued risk and improvement for drought and flash drought potential, and summer wildfire potential updates. Additional topics include recent and potential climate/weather impacts including, but not limited to, continuing La Nia and what it could mean for the region, soil moisture update and recharge outlook (both too wet and too dry), flooding concerns (record flooding and precipitation), and temperature and more specifically heat outlooks. Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7528179497868100876 ![]() Recordings: You can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Coral Symbiosis Under Future Ocean Conditions |
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Presenter(s): | Mariana Rocha de Souza, 2022 Knauss Fellow at NOAA's Global Ocean Monitoring and Observing Program |
Date & Time: | 16 June 2022
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Coral Symbiosis Under Future Ocean Conditions (2022 Knauss Fellows' Lunch & Learn Series) Presenter(s): Mariana Rocha de Souza, 2022 Knauss Fellow at NOAA's Global Ocean Monitoring and Observing Program (GOMO) Sponsor(s): NOAA's Central Library (NCL) Seminar Contact(s): Library Seminars Abstract: Algal symbiont community composition of corals changes in response to their environment, and this response is dependent on both the coral species and their site of origin Keywords: corals, symbiosis, bleaching Bio(s): Mariana got her PhD in Marine Biology at the University of Hawaii, Manoa, where she studied the interaction of corals and their algal symbiont and how they respond to climate change. She is currently placed at the Global Ocean Monitoring and Observing Program at NOAA. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA’s Regional Climate Services (RCS) Program: what does it do and how does it work with other entities? |
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Presenter(s): | Eric James, NOAA Global Systems Laboratory |
Date & Time: | 15 June 2022
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: VAWS: NOAA's Regional Climate Services (RCS) Program: what does it do and how does it work with other entities? Presenter(s): Dr. Jessica Cherry, RCS Director for Alaska Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contacts: Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu), & Danielle Meeker (demeeker@alaska.edu) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/vaws-june-2022/ ![]() Abstract: This talk provides an overview of the National Centers for Environmental Information's Regional Climate Services Program and what services are specifically available for Alaska. Products available from NCEI's parent organization, the National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service (NESDIS) will also be discussed, as well as the contractual relationship with the Regional Climate Centers. Within NOAA, coordination with the National Weather Service's Climate Services Branch, Environmental Science and Services Divisions, Regional Integrated Science and Assessment Programs, Co-operative Institutes, and Regional Teams is essential. The RCS Directors also coordinate with state and federal partners such as the State Climatologists, the USDA Climate Hubs, FEMA, and the USGS Climate Adaptation Science Centers. Listeners should come away with an understanding of what Alaska's Regional Climate Services Director can provide. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Upper Atmosphere and Ionosphere Forecast at NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center (NCEP/EMC Seminar) |
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Presenter(s): | Tzu-Wei Fang, NOAA NCEP/SWPC |
Date & Time: | 15 June 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Upper Atmosphere and Ionosphere Forecast at NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center Presenter(s): Tzu-Wei Fang, NCEP/SWPC Sponsor(s): NOAA National Centers for Environmental Prediction (NCEP), Environmental Modeling Center (EMC) Seminar Series Remote Access: ![]() ![]() (US) +1 413-276-7219 PIN: 343 063 905# Abstract: At NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC),multiple thermosphere-ionosphere models have been developed and transitioned into operation. These models, including the data-assimilative model GloTEC andthe coupled Whole Atmosphere Model and Ionosphere Plasma sphere Electrodynamics model (WAM-IPE), are utilized to provide real-time ionospheric specification aswell as forecasts a few days in advance. Ionospheric products including total electron content (TEC), maximum usable frequency (MUF), and ionosphere irregularity activities are used to issue warnings and alerts for radiocommunication and GNSS-based navigation for supporting the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) space weather information service. Based on the forecasts provided by the WAM-IPE, SWPC is exploring new products for thermospheric expansion and satellite drag. In this talk, we will describe the needs for space weather forecasts, the development of various models, and th eongoing collaboration between EMC and SWPC on the FV3 version of WAM. Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Creating readily-consumable information products to communicate climate risks |
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Presenter(s): | Ed Kearns, Chief Data Officer, First Street Foundation |
Date & Time: | 15 June 2022
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Seminar Series Title: Creating readily-consumable information products to communicate climate risks Presenter(s): Dr. Ed Kearns, Chief Data Officer, First Street Foundation Sponsor(s): Cooperative Institute for Satellite and Earth System Studies (CISESS) Science Webinar Series Seminar Contact(s): Douglas Rao (yrao5@ncsu.edu) Remote Access: https://ncsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEldeurqTMtGNORPocI1jh0oLqT1ZanW-dy ![]() Accessibility: Live transcript will be available. Abstract: The nonprofit First Street Foundation has created publicly-accessible information products for the U.S. to quantify and communicate climate risk, built upon open government data from NOAA, USGS, USACE, FEMA, USFS, and other government agencies. The methodology behind the creation of flood and wildfire risk products will be described, as well as the strategies for the communication and use of those information products. Challenges in the creation and application of these information products to address climate risk across the US will also be discussed. Bio(s): As the Chief Data Officer, Dr. Kearns provides leadership for the First Street Foundation's science and data activities. He previously served as Chief Data Officer for the U.S. Department of Commerce, overseeing the governance and management of data assets from its 12 bureaus. Appointed as NOAA's first Chief Data Officer in 2017, he led the development of strategies and practices for managing NOAA's data as a national asset. He promoted new uses and wider understanding of federal data through new public-private partnerships and technologies, such as the NOAA Big Data Project, and he helped develop the first Federal Data Strategy for the White House's Leveraging Data as a Strategic Asset initiative. He currently also serves as a member of the Applied Sciences Advisory Committee within NASA's Science Mission Directorate. Dr. Kearns holds a B.S. in Physics and Marine Science from the University of Miami, and he holds a Ph.D. in Physical Oceanography from the University of Rhode Island. Recordings: Recording will be shared after the webinar with all who register for the webinar.Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Objective counterfactual analysis: Re-evaluating risk from North Atlantic hurricanes |
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Presenter(s): | Tom J. Philp, Maximum Information/London School of Economics |
Date & Time: | 10 June 2022
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Objective counterfactual analysis: Re-evaluating risk from North Atlantic hurricanes Presenter(s): Tom J. Philp, Maximum Information/London School of Economics Sponsor(s): NOAA / OAR / Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory (AOML) Seminar Contact(s): Shirley Murillo webinar host, shirley.murillo@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://meet.goto.com/523560829 ![]() Abstract: Downward counterfactual analysis " or estimating how our observed history could have been worse " is increasingly being used by the re/insurance industry to quantify the potential impacts of previously unseen catastrophic events. In the case of North Atlantic Hurricanes, an example downward counterfactual could be "what would losses have been if Hurricane Matthew (2016) had followed one of its early forecast paths and made a double landfall in Florida?" While these downward counterfactuals are useful for site-specific adaptation strategies, the focus on downward (i.e., "worse-only") scenarios precludes us from assigning probabilities to the occurrence of these scenarios. Here it is hypothesized that combined upward and downward counterfactual analysis (i.e., how history could have been either better or worse) may allow us to obtain novel information about historical events' probability of occurrence. To test the hypothesis, we create 10,000 counterfactual North Atlantic Hurricane histories from unrealized reforecast data for the period 1985-2016 and compare the statistics to our observed history. While in this formative experiment, the counterfactual histories show systematic under-prediction of US landfall risk, the results still point to an improved understanding of relative risk of landfalls along the US coastline. It is hoped this talk will allow others to attach to the concept and evolve methods appropriately to remove biases; this will ultimately help to better predict and manage the risk of high-impact hurricane landfalls on the US coastline. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Recording will be made available shortly after the webinar at: https://www.aoml.noaa.gov/seminars/ Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. See https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.php |
Title: | NOAA CoastWatch Seminar: Chesapeake Bay Shoreline Mapping |
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Presenter(s): | Ceniceros/Nezlin, NOAA |
Date & Time: | 9 June 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series 1- Title: CEOS COAST shoreline and SAR work in Chesapeake Bay. 1- Presenter(s): Nick Nezlin, NOAA Affiliate (Julio Ceniceros' talk has been cancelled - sorry for the late notice) Sponsor(s): NOAA CoastWatch (STAR) Seminar Contact(s): Merrie.Neely@noaa.gov Abstract: the NOAA CoastWatch Seminar Series features two speakers from the NOAA CoastWatch Application Team presenting information that will be of interest to NOAA CoastWatch Users and the CoastWatch Team. If you are a NOAA CoastWatch user, or think you might want to be, you are welcome to attend this webinar. Slides, Recordings Other Materials: available 24-48 hours following the seminar at this link: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars_NOCCG.php Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars.php |
Title: | Thinking toward the future of hard coral data findability, interoperability, and reusability |
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Presenter(s): | Erica Towle, NOS CRCP, Silver Spring, MD |
Date & Time: | 9 June 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Thinking toward the future of hard coral data findability, interoperability, and reusability Presenter(s): Dr. Erica Towle, National Coral Reef Monitoring Program Program Manager, CRCP, Silver Spring, MD Sponsor(s): NOAA's Coral Reef Conservation Program Seminar Contact(s): Caroline Donovan, caroline.donovan@noaa.gov Remote Access: Adobe Connect 1. To join the meeting: http://noaacsc.adobeconnect.com/coralscollab/ ![]() 2. Click the microphone at the top of the screen to connect audio. Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: For the first time, a group of experts including coral scientists and data managers from across U.S. federal agencies and regional groups came together to better understand and seek to improve data collection, archiving, and interoperability for hard coral cover. The group made recommendations that seek to reconcile how coral cover is captured as an Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS) core variable with how hard coral cover is captured as a Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS) Essential Ocean Variable. The group also made several recommendations on data standardization (e.g., Darwin Core Standards) and asserts the need for greater coordination across U.S. federal agencies and regional groups. The ability to more easily facilitate re-use of data collected for disparate projects for a variety of management needs has national and global implications. For example, adopting these recommendations allows for more consistent reporting at broad geographic scales, which could facilitate a more accurate understanding of the status and trends of coral reef ecosystems. Furthermore, the recommendations are key to make data products that inform a multitude of coral-related administration priorities, such as strengthening natural infrastructure and mitigating and combating climate change. To implement these solutions, agencies and their leadership must make data interoperability a priority. Bio(s): Dr. Erica Towle (pronounced Toll) (she/her/hers) is a marine biologist who currently serves as the Program Manager for the internationally-recognized National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Coral Reef Monitoring Program (NCRMP). The NCRMP is a long-term, national-scale program to understand the status and trends in U.S. Pacific, Atlantic, Caribbean, and Gulf of Mexico states and territories with coral reefs. Towle is in charge of facilitating and maintaining internal and external collaborations within NOAA, other federal agencies, state/territorial agencies, non-governmental organizations, and academia; providing technical scientific expertise on all coral monitoring program decisions; budget planning and execution of all monitoring missions and program expenditures; maintaining data stewardship, quality assurance and control, reporting, and data archival; and representing the program at national and international meetings and conferences. Prior to leading the program, Towle was an advisor to the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere. Towle is the recipient of the NOAA Knauss Fellowship, and served as a Fellow in the U.S. Senate's Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, Subcommittee for Oceans, Atmosphere, Fisheries, and Coast Guard. Towle earned her Ph.D. in Marine Biology and Fisheries from the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, and her research has been featured in National Geographic and The Miami Herald. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | METplus Verification and Diagnostics Framework - Updates, Plans and Challenges |
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Presenter(s): | Tara Jensen - NCAR/RAL and DTC |
Date & Time: | 9 June 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: METplus Verification and Diagnostics Framework - Updates, Plans and Challenges Part of the UFS Webinar Series Presenter(s): Tara Jensen - NCAR/RAL and DTC Sponsor(s): Office of Science and Technology Integration (OSTI) Modeling Division, National Weather Service of NOAA. If you would like to recommend a speaker and topic please email: ufs.modeling@noaa.gov and provide information on speaker and topic along with email addresses of speakers. Seminar Contact(s): Stacy Mackell (stacy.mackell@noaa.gov) and Caroline Delgado (caroline.delgado@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/6980235688648784143 ![]() Abstract: The enhanced Model Evaluation Tools (METplus) is a very comprehensive verification and diagnostic software package for use with a wide range of temporal and spatial prediction and available to the Unified Forecast System (UFS) developers and users via the Developmental Testbed Center (DTC). Recent emphasis has been on addressing the needs of the UFS Research to Operations (R2O) project, the findings from the 2021 DTC UFS Evaluation Metrics Workshop, the DTC Testing and Evaluation activities, and numerous other projects. This talk will review what has been added, what is in the development pipeline, and some of the challenges the METplus team is facing while trying to ensure that all of the additions will be able to move into operations successfully. Bio(s): Tara Jensen is Project Manager II at NCAR/RAL in the Joint Numerical Testbed Program and the DTC Deputy Director at NCAR. She has a Master's Degree from Colorado State University with extensive experience in in-situ and remove observations, numerical modeling, and verification. For the past 7 years, she has been co-leading the DTC verification team in the development of METplus. This framework has its roots in tropospheric weather verification but over the years has been extended to also include applications such as upper atmosphere and space weather, atmospheric composition, marine and cryosphere, and extended range prediction. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:All PowerPoints and recordings from past webinars can be accessed at the UFS webinar web page ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Advancing observational and analytical methods to support science-based management |
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Presenter(s): | Josh Stewart, Oregon State University |
Date & Time: | 9 June 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Advancing observational and analytical methods to support science-based management Presenter(s): Josh Stewart, Oregon State University Sponsor(s): NWFSC Monster Seminar Jam website Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: JOIN VIA WEBINAR Join WebEx meeting ![]() Meeting password: QKdp3p4SMe6JOIN BY PHONE +1-415-527-5035 US Toll Global call-in numbers https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/globalcallin.php?MTID=m3142650430de6a3cadba4efb1ef4af96 ![]() Abstract: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | It’s 2022 - Are You Done Yet? |
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Presenter(s): | Dru Smith, Ph.D., NSRS Modernization Manager, National Geodetic Survey |
Date & Time: | 9 June 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: It's 2022 - Are You Done Yet? Presenter(s): Dru Smith, Ph.D., NSRS Modernization Manager, NOAA National Geodetic Survey Sponsor(s): NOAA/NOS National Geodetic Survey. Seminar Contact(s): sonja.bowen@noaa.gov, NOAA National Geodetic Survey Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4083717449829912591 ![]() Visit the NGS Webinar Series website to register, sign up to receive monthly webinar notices, and learn more: http://www.ngs.noaa.gov/web/science_edu/webinar_series/. Abstract: This talk provides the latest information on NSRS Modernization, an effort ongoing at NGS since 2007. It will briefly discuss what NSRS Modernization is, but will focus more on what has been accomplished recently. Examples and teasers of upcoming data and tools will be presented. An estimated timeline, including initial roll-out and follow-on tool building will also be presented. Technical Content Rating: Intermediate - Some prior knowledge of this topic is helpful. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | The ONo Index: Detecting novel ocean conditions for MPA management |
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Presenter(s): | Steven Manaoakamai Johnson, Arizona State University |
Date & Time: | 9 June 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The ONo Index: Detecting novel ocean conditions for MPA management Presenter(s): Steven Manaoakamai Johnson, Arizona State University Sponsor(s): NOAA National MPA Center and OCTO Seminar Contact(s): Zac Cannizzo, zac.cannizzo@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_A1QpSGLGQAmz3srqm16Tpw ![]() Abstract: A fundamental challenge in ocean conservation is translating the results of climate models into forms that managers and others can use to plan for the future. Using techniques from information theory, the Ocean Novelty (ONo) Index provides a simple and intuitive way to understand how climate change will alter key ocean biogeochemical variables. This measure can help MPA managers know what they need to prioritize in their planning and design policies and regulations that help their MPA keep pace with expected shifts in the ecosystem state. This webinar will share how the ONo Index is calculated and walk through an application for large MPAs. We will also be asking attendees to share their experiences and challenges using climate change data and scenarios in their MPA planning. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: You can find them here (https://marineprotectedareas.noaa.gov/resources/webinars/archive.html) Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. See https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.php |
Title: | HydroSMAC: Combining Habitat Suitability and Physical Oceanography for Targeted Discovery of New Benthic Communities on the West Florida Slope |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Sandra Brooke and Dr. Jeroen Ingels, Florida State University Coastal and Marine Laboratory |
Date & Time: | 8 June 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: HydroSMAC: Combining Habitat Suitability and Physical Oceanography for Targeted Discovery of New Benthic Communities on the West Florida Slope Presenter(s): Dr. Sandra Brooke and Dr. Jeroen Ingels (Florida State University Coastal and Marine Laboratory). Sponsor(s): NOAA Ocean Exploration and NOAA Central Library. Seminar Contact(s): Ashley Marranzino ashley.marranzino@noaa.gov and NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6343773497260330254 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: The HydroSMAC NOAA Ocean Exploration expedition (RV Point Sur, ROV Global Explorer) studied benthic communities off the West Florida Escarpment (WFE). The mission focused on morphological and molecular exploration of deep (>1,000m) habitats of the WFE, with particular emphasis on hard-bottom communities such as corals and sponges, and the microscopic meiofauna that live in sediments. Our objectives were to generate new data on distribution of coral species in this understudied area, and to assess whether we can use meiofauna communities as indicators of ambient current regimes. Together with NOAA collaborators, our data will be incorporated into NOAA Habitat Suitability Models and used to ground truth' oceanographic current models. Keywords: Deep Sea, Corals, Meiofauna Bio(s): Sandra Brooke is a member of the Research Faculty at the Florida State University Coastal and Marine Lab. Her research focuses on coral communities in shallow and deep waters, specifically understanding their ecology, distribution and community structure, and how they are affected by human activities. She has worked on shallow coral reefs in the Gulf of Mexico and south Florida and deep-sea coral ecosystems in Alaska, Norway, Western Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico.Jeroen Ingels is a marine biologist from Belgium who has been at the Florida State University Coastal and Marine Laboratory since 2017. His lab, the @Meiolab, investigates diversity and functions of organisms on the seafloor, particularly meiofauna, microscopic animals that live in between the sediment grains. He has studied benthic ecosystems from the coastline to the abyss for nearly 20 years in the Atlantic, Pacific, Polar oceans, and the Gulf of Mexico, focusing on biodiversity and ecosystem function questions, and how benthic life is affected by anthropogenic stressors. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Prediction at Weeks 3 - 4 and Subseasonal to Seasonal (S2S) Timescales, June 2022: Surface Impacts of the January 2021 Sudden Stratospheric Warming With S2S Ensemble Forecasts, and IRI SubX-based Real-Time Subseasonal Precipitation and Temperature Forecasts |
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Presenter(s): | Nicholas Davis, NCAR, and Andrew W. Robertson, IRI, Columbia Climate School, Columbia University |
Date & Time: | 6 June 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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Title: | OEAB recognition |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Joshua Nowlis, President & Founder, Bridge Environment |
Date & Time: | 6 June 2022
6:00 am - 6:30 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Adaptive, Implementable Management (AIM): A New Take on and Old Paradigm (EBM/EBFM)NOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Dr. Joshua Nowlis, President & Founder, Bridge Environment Sponsor(s): NMFS and NOAA Central Library Seminar Contacts: Peg Brady (peg.brady@noaa.gov) and NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4702291695240836368 ![]() Registering for this seminar will provide you access to the full series of seminars. Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: Implementing fisheries management systems can face resistance due to a perception of insufficient data and other management resources or skepticism of the ability to engage with and inspire compliance by fishers. Adaptive, Implementable Management (AIM) addresses these barriers by making fishery objectives the top consideration and then using as much science as is available to help achieve them. AIM further engages fishing communities by establishing rules for immediate action and committing to revisit and adjust these actions to better-achieve objectives. These concepts will be illustrated by applying them to several fisheries systems. Keywords: fishery management systems, supplement to Ecosystem-Based Fisheries Management Bio(s): For more than two decades, Dr. Nowlis has performed science and provided scientific advice to make environmental policies more effective and efficient for NOAA and NOAA partners around the globe. He applies lessons learned from a Ph.D. in Ecology from Cornell University and a Master's in Economics from Stanford University. More than any other subject, he specializes in making analysis of complex systems useful and understandable to scientists and non-scientists alike. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Incorporation of Environmental Effects into Stock Assessments and Habitat Modelling: Lessons Learned from American Lobster in the Gulf of Maine |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Cameron Hodgdon, Stony Brook University, School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences |
Date & Time: | 2 June 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Incorporation of Environmental Effects into Stock Assessments and Habitat Modelling: Lessons Learned from American Lobster in the Gulf of Maine (National Stock Assessment Science Seminar Series) Presenter(s): Dr. Cameron Hodgdon, Stony Brook University, School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and NOAA's Central Library (NCL)Seminar Contacts: Kristan Blackhart and Library Seminars Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: Under climate change, the need for dynamic and thermallyexplicit processes in stock assessment, forecasting, and habitat modelling arebecoming increasingly more essential. Using American lobster in the Gulf ofMaine as a case study, this presentation is split into 3 parts. Part 1 willfocus on a framework to test the necessity of inclusion of environmentaleffects into stock assessments; part 2 will explore alternative avenues ofinclusion of environmental effects in the stock assessment process includingspawning biomass/recruitment relationships; and part 3 will focus onlimitations and challenges of modelling and forecasting habitat.Keywords: Stock Assessment; Habitat Modelling; Climate Change Bio(s): Cameron is a postdoc at Stonybrook University's School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences where he works under Dr. Yong Chen. He recently received his PhD from the University of Maine also under the advisement of Dr. Yong Chen. His dissertation work was focused on climate effects in scallop and lobster modelling processes and his current research is focused on simulating the Gulf of Maine lobster fishery under different management and climate scenarios. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Mechanistic population projections for small pelagic fish in the California Current |
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Presenter(s): | Stefan Koenigstein, NOAA Southwest Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 2 June 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Mechanistic population projections for small pelagic fish in the California Current Presenter(s): Stefan Koenigstein, NOAA Southwest Fisheries Science Center Sponsor(s): NWFSC Monster Seminar Jam website Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: JOIN VIA WEBINAR Join WebEx meeting ![]() Meeting password: QKdp3p4SMe6JOIN BY PHONE +1-415-527-5035 US Toll Global call-in numbers https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/globalcallin.php?MTID=m3142650430de6a3cadba4efb1ef4af96 ![]() Abstract: Small pelagic fish are important marine fisheries resources and forage for top predators, such as seabirds and marine mammals. Their vulnerability to changing climate, fisheries exploitation and ecosystem shifts poses challenges for management and climate change adaptation. In the California Current upwelling system, Pacific sardine (Sardinops sagax) has supported important fisheries in the past, but contrary to expectations, remains at low biomass despite recent warm ocean conditions. We developed a process-based population model which reproduces fluctuations of the US Pacific sardine population based on ocean temperature, early life stage and adult food, and upwelling strength. An ensemble model configuration set fit to observations is used to bracket ecological uncertainty. Population abundance, catch and spatial distribution for the 21st century are projected from high-resolution, downscaled ocean-biogeochemical simulations under three earth system models (ESM). The model demonstrates that the lack of sardine recovery after 2014, despite suitable warm ocean conditions and no fisheries, can be explained by reduced food availability. Ensemble projections show a likely recovery to early 2000's abundance and catch by mid-century driven by increased recruitment success, as a function of warming temperatures and modulated by food availability. Even for a fish species presumably favored by warmer conditions, there are risks of stock declines in food-limited years and when passing unknown thermal optima. Ecological process uncertainty is of the same magnitude as uncertainty associated with different ESM projections. After 2065, uncertainty related to the thermal optimum of early life stages dominates in faster-warming ESM projections. A marked northward shift of spawning habitat leads to increasing availability to the Pacific Northwest fishing fleet. Adaptation of the model to Northern anchovy and other small pelagic fish species is ongoing. This work assesses the combined impacts of multiple environmental drivers, and quantifies sources of uncertainty to population projections of marine fish stocks under novel conditions, opening pathways for environment-responsive fisheries management strategies to mitigate climate change impacts. BIOGRAPHY I study climate impacts on marine ecosystems and sustainability of marine fisheries, combining concepts and methods from ecology, physiology and social-ecological system dynamics. I'm using ecological models as integrative tools to increase our understanding of system responses, feedbacks and possible future trajectories, incorporating observational and experimental data, regional ocean and earth system model output and stakeholder input. I'm currently a postdoctoral Project Scientist at University of California Santa Cruz and NOAA Southwest Fisheries Science Center, working on integrative population dynamics models for forage fish species in the California Current within the FutureSeas 2.0' project. A specific focus of my modeling work is to improve incorporation of biological processes, ecological interactions and assessment of uncertainty, thereby increasing the potential for linking to observational and experimental data, and for extrapolating into the future under multiple changing environmental drivers and changing ecosystems. Previously I've worked in similar interdisciplinary research projects in Norway and Peru, linking marine ecology to fisheries, with an additional focus on incorporating local stakeholder input for participatory development of models and an assessment of climate governance and adaptation strategies. Furthermore I have led the development of an educational table-top / role-playing game for high schools and environmental education groups, on ocean systems and their stakeholders (Ocean Limited', www.ocean-limited.com |
Title: | Drought Update and Wildfire Outlook Webinar for California and the Southwest |
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Presenter(s): | Dan McEvoy, Western Regional Climate Center, Desert Research Institute, National Interagency Fire Center; Christina Restaino, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension |
Date & Time: | 2 June 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Drought Update and Wildfire Outlook Webinar for California and the Southwest Presenter(s): Dan McEvoy, Western Regional Climate Center/Desert Research Institute, National Interagency Fire Center. Christina Restaino, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension. Sponsor(s): NOAA, National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), California-Nevada Applications Program (a NOAA RISA team), USDA Southwest Climate Hub, Southwest Drought Learning Network Seminar Contact(s): Amanda Sheffield (amanda.sheffield@noaa.gov), Joel Lisonbee (joel.lisonbee@noaa.gov) Abstract: Wildfire season across the Southwestern U.S. has begun, with multiple destructive fires burning in Arizona and New Mexico. Across the U.S., over 1 million acres have already burned this year. Drought's relationship to wildland fire is complex, but the current drought combined with this summer's climate outlooks show high potential for elevated significant wildland fire in the Southwestern U.S. including California. Wildfires have far reaching impacts, including threats to human safety, degrading regional and national air quality, stressing water management, and local economic losses across a variety of sectors including recreation. The Drought Update and Wildfire Outlook Webinar for California and the Southwest will provide timely information on the current drought status and outlook and wildland fire potential outlook. Additionally, this webinar will cover the Living with Fire resource as well as an emphasis on how to find wildfire and smoke risk information throughout wildfire season. This webinar is a special joint region webinar, combining the California-Nevada DEWS Drought & Climate Outlook Webinar Series, which is produced in partnership with the California-Nevada Applications Program (a NOAA RISA team), and Southwest Drought Briefings, which are produced by the Intermountain West DEWS and the USDA Southwest Climate Hub as part of the Southwest Drought Learning Network. Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1255594319505372429 ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Yes, you can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Beyond Our Borders: Hurricane Forecast Collaboration in the Caribbean |
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Presenter(s): | Evan Thompson, Director Jamaica Meteorological Service & President, World Meteorological Organization Region IV, and Dr. Cody Fritz, Acting Storm Surge Team Lead, NHC/NWS |
Date & Time: | 2 June 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Beyond Our Borders: Hurricane Forecast Collaboration in the Caribbean Part of the 2022 Hurricane Awareness Webinar Series Presenter(s): Evan Thompson, Director Jamaica Meteorological Service & President, World Meteorological Organization Region IV, and Dr. Cody Fritz, Acting Storm Surge Team Lead, NHC/NWS Sponsor(s): NOAA's Southeast and Caribbean Regional Team (SECART), 2022 Hurricane Awareness Webinar Series Seminar Contact(s): region.SECarib@noaa.gov, Shirley Murillo, webinar host: Shirley.Murillo@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9147275259339296782 ![]() Abstract: Our partnerships with other countries are key when it comes to issuing forecasts. Ever wonder how it's done? Join us to hear from the speakers how that coordination is done and new storm surge capabilities NHC is undertaking. Bio(s): Evan Thompson is the Director of the Jamaica Meteorological Service. He is also President of the World Meteorological Organization Region IV. Meteorologist Dr. Cody Fritz is Acting Storm Surge Team Lead, NHC/NWS. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Recording will be made available shortly after the webinar at: https://www.noaa.gov/regional-collaboration-network/regions-southeast-and-caribbean/2022-hurricane-awareness-webinars Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Topic modeling as a method to speed literature review |
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Presenter(s): | Trevor Riley, Head of Public Services, NOAA Central Library |
Date & Time: | 2 June 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Topic modeling as a method to speed literature review Presenter(s): Trevor Riley, Head of Public Services, NOAA Central Library Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library Seminar Contacts: NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2498573527048910860 ![]() Summary: Developing a search strategy and gathering literature on a topic or research question can be extremely time-consuming, especially in the environmental sciences where evidence often draws on cross-disciplinary research. While precision searching can often ensure quick retrieval of relevant literature, it is often important to develop a more sensitive search strategy in order to lower the risk of missing relevant literature and capture the highest number of relevant resources. In an effort to speed up various phases of the literature gathering process, the NOAA Central Library Research Services integrates a number of text mining methods to assist in search strategy development and literature screening. This seminar will focus on the application of topic modeling as a method to increase the capture of exemplar or "seed" articles in the initial phase of research, as well as review the use case for topic modeling for pre-screening literature. Keywords: methods, research, literature review Accessibility/Recording: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Davidson Fellowship Research in Gulf NERRs (National Estuarine Research Reserve System) |
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Presenter(s): | Matthew Virden, PhD, candidate at Mississippi State University; Kristine Zikmanis, PhD candidate at Florida International University ; Philip Souza, Ph.D. candidate at University of Texas Marine Science Institute; Mai Fung , Ph.D. candidate at the University of South Alabama; Kira Allen |
Date & Time: | 2 June 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Davidson Fellowship Research in Gulf NERRs (National Estuarine Research Reserve System) Presenter(s): Matthew Virden, Kristine Zikmanis, Philip Souza, Mai Fung, Kira Allen Sponsor(s): NOAA/NOS Office of Coast Management & the NOAA/NOS Science Seminar Series Seminar Contacts: Matt Chasse and Varis.Ransi@noaa.gov Remote Access: You can register here: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/davidsongulfnerrs/event/login.html ![]() If you want to enter via the Adobe Connect app you must download it ahead of time. 1. If you have downloaded and used Adobe Connect recently, you do not need to download but you can test it here ![]() 2. If you have NOT used Adobe Connect, you must download Adobe connect ahead of time to use it, and your IT staff may need to do it. The download is here ![]() ![]() 3. After downloading and testing Adobe Connect, register at link above. Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: National Estuarine Research Reserves across the nation work to address key coastal management questions to help scientists and communities understand challenges that may influence future policy and management strategies on our coasts. The NERRS Margaret A. Davidson Graduate Fellowship program provides opportunities for university graduate students to conduct research at reserves that can help address these questions. Through their fellowships, they participate in NOAA-provided career-focused training and professional development opportunities like the NERRS Annual Meeting or GOMCON. During this time, they are also building their professional contacts with their fellowship class, professionals across the reserve system, and throughout NOAA. In the Gulf of Mexico, Davidson Fellows at each of the five Gulf Reserves are in the process of completing their 2 year research fellowships. Working with their Reserve mentor, the fellows have conducted some exciting research at our gulf sites. In this session, each fellow will share some specifics about their research, how they worked with the reserve and their findings. Through their work, the fellows are improving our understanding of our Gulf of Mexico estuaries and bringing together universities, communities and reserves to help solve key coastal management questions. Bio(s): Matthew Virden - Matthew is a PhD candidate at Mississippi State University. His research interest is coastal conservation and restoration, including living shorelines and oyster reef restoration. And his dissertation and Davidson Fellowship research is focused on evaluating the effectiveness of nearshore oyster reef restoration. His research also includes work with wave energy, wave-plant dynamics, and the use of unmanned aerial systems in coastal conservation and restoration.Kristine Zikmanis - Kristine is a PhD candidate at Florida International University in the Heithaus Lab for Marine Community & Behavioral Ecology. Her primary interest is in the potential impacts of changing environmental conditions on top level predators, particularly in relation to ecological restoration. Her dissertation research is focused on investigating the impacts of spatiotemporal variation in freshwater flow on juvenile bull sharks in the Ten Thousand Islands. She is aiming to use this knowledge to help predict how bull sharks may respond to the completion of the Picayune Strand Restoration Project. Philip Souza - Philip is a Ph.D. candidate in the Brandl " fish and functions lab at the University of Texas Marine Science Institute. He is interested in the impacts of climate change and human modification on the health and function of estuarine communities. And his dissertation work uses passive acoustic and cryptobenthic fish sampling techniques to understand how fish distribution, behavior, and community structure change with local disturbance.Mai Fung - Mai is a Ph.D. candidate at the University of South Alabama. She came from a public health background and worked in consulting for four years before beginning her PhD in marine sciences. As a consultant, I looked at the world from a human health perspective and I wanted to transition to looking at the world from a broader, ecosystem health perspective. And her dissertation work focuses on understanding different drivers of eutrophication, and how toxins such as mercury are affected by eutrophication.Kira Allen - Kira is a Master's student at the University of Central Florida in the Lewis Lab of Applied Coastal Ecology and the Davidson Fellow at Apalachicola NERR. Her broad research interests include food web ecology, fisheries science and climate change impacts. Her Master's thesis and Davidson Fellowship work involves modeling the Apalachicola Bay food web response to freshwater reduction and sea level rise. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, recording and a summary of chat will likely be shared with all who register for the webinar. Or email matt.chasse@noaa.gov. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. 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Title: | NOAA's Veteran and Conservation Corps Partnership |
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Presenter(s): | Eric Vichich, NOAA GulfCorps Manager and Marine Habitat Resource Specialist, NOAA Fisheries Office of Habitat Conservation Restoration Center or the NOAA Restoration Center; Laurel Jennings, Marine Habitat Resource Specialist, NOAA Restoration Center; John Floberg, Marine Habitat Resource Specialist, NOAA Restoration Center; Ruth Goodfield, Marine Habitat Resource Specialist, NOAA Restoration Center |
Date & Time: | 2 June 2022
10:00 am - 11:00 am ET |
Location: | Webinar, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NOAA's Veteran and Conservation Corps Partnership NOAA Gulf of Mexico Forum Webinar Series Presenter(s): Eric Vichich, NOAA GulfCorps Manager, Marine Habitat Resource Specialist, NOAA Fisheries Office of Habitat Conservation Restoration Center (NOAA Restoration Center) with: Laurel Jennings, Marine Habitat Resource Specialist, NOAA Restoration Center, John Floberg, Marine Habitat Resource Specialist, NOAA Restoration Center, and Ruth Goodfield, Marine Habitat Resource Specialist, NOAA Restoration Center Sponsor(s): NOAA's Gulf of Mexico Regional Collaboration Team, a part of NOAA's Regional Collaboration Network Seminar Contact(s): Kristen Laursen, Kristen.R.Laursen@noaa.gov , NOAA Fisheries and Regional Collaboration Network Remote Access: Register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6878004206741470479 ![]() Abstract: NOAA veteran and conservation corps efforts are creating a community of habitat restoration practitioners across the nation made up of veterans, young adults, and others. The programs are boosting coastal communities by recruiting, training, mentoring, and employing workers to implement habitat restoration projects in support of long-term coastal restoration. Bio(s): Eric Vichich is a project manager working on Deepwater Horizon restoration efforts around the Gulf of Mexico dealing with sea turtles, marine mammals, hydrology, marsh creation, and NOAA's GulfCorps program. Twenty years ago today he was a Student Conservation Association intern managing black bears in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Now he gets to support, and hopefully inspire, young folks as they explore their own careers in conservation. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Please contact Kristen.R.Laursen@noaa.gov for the recording and/or PDF. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Discover NOAA Resource Collections: Coral Reef and Kelp Forest Ecosystems |
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Presenter(s): | Claire Fackler and Chloe McKenna, NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries |
Date & Time: | 1 June 2022
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm ET |
Location: | Remote Only |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Discover NOAA Resource Collections: Coral Reef and Kelp Forest Ecosystems Presenter(s): Claire Fackler and Chloe McKenna, NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar contact: Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Remote Access: Register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5745881063847878157 ![]() Abstract: As part of our 50th anniversary campaign, we have been launching a new robust resource collection each month. Explore each collection of NOAA videos, lesson plans, webinars, web stories, virtual reality, and much more. In this new era of ocean conservation, we encourage formal and informal educators and other interested people to take advantage of the robust educational materials available in each topically-based collection. During this webinar, we will be focusing on the Coral Reef and Kelp Forest Ecosystems Resource Collections. More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Heat vulnerability in a changing climate – can we acclimatize? |
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Presenter(s): | Scott Sheridan, Ph.D., Professor and Departmental Chair, Department of Geography, Kent State University |
Date & Time: | 1 June 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Please share with anyone (NOAA or not) who might be interested; thanks. Title: Heat vulnerability in a changing climate " can we acclimatize? Presenter(s): Scott Sheridan, Ph.D., Professor and Departmental Chair, Department of Geography, Kent State University Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) Science Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Varis.Ransi@noaa.gov, co-coordinator NOAA NOS Science Seminar Series Remote Access: This seminar is over but you can view the recording here: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/pnfa1ory5ioz/You may enter the webinar via a browser or the Adobe Connect app. If you enter via a browser, PC/Windows users should use Chrome or Edge browsers and Mac users should use Safari or Chrome. Do not use the IE browser.If you want to enter via the Adobe Connect app you must download it ahead of time. 1. If you have downloaded and used Adobe Connect recently, you do not need to download it but you can test it here ![]() 2. If you have NOT used Adobe Connect, you must download Adobe connect ahead of time to use it, and your IT staff may need to do it. The download info is here ![]() ![]() 3. After downloading and testing Adobe Connect, register at link above. Attendees are muted during the webinar and audio is over the computer, so adjust the volume on your computer speakers or headset. Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: Heat has been known to be the deadliest atmospheric hazard across the US over recent decades. Our vulnerability to the heat, however, has decreased somewhat, as health care has improved, air conditioning has become more prevalent, and much greater awareness exists. Nevertheless, recent extreme heat waves across the globe have shown that populations can still be significantly affected by the heat. Moving forward, what can we expect in terms of how societies can cope with these events, and whether we can adapt to an increasing frequency, duration, and intensity of heat waves in the decades to come? Bio(s): Dr. Scott Sheridan is a professor of climatology, and Chair of the Department of Geography at Kent State University. He has authored over 110 peer-reviewed articles, that cover many aspects of applied climatological research, and has been funded by NASA, NIH, NOAA, and EPA. At the core of his research experience has been the study of extreme temperature events, as well as their impact on human health, which he has done for over 20 years. He currently is the President Elect of the International Society of Biometeorology, editor-in-chief of the International Journal of Biometeorology, and Associate Editor of Science of the Total Environment. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Within a few days of the webinar, alink to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sentto all who registered. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science SeminarSeries website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Expanding the biophysical ensemble: Hybrid dynamical-statistical downscaling methods based on spatial/temporal scale |
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Presenter(s): | Albert Hermann, University of Washington |
Date & Time: | 31 May 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Expanding the biophysical ensemble: Hybrid dynamical-statistical downscaling methods based on spatial/temporal scale Presenter(s): Dr. Albert Hermann (University of Washington, Cooperative Institute for Climate Ocean and Ecosystem Studies, Seattle, WA, United States) Sponsor(s): NOAA Coastal Ocean Modeling Seminars: https://coastaloceanmodels.noaa.gov/seminar/ Seminar Contact(s): Alexander.Kurapov@noaa.gov Remote Access: Connect with Google Meet meet.google.com/kti-ktaw-nes ![]() Phone Numbers (US)+1 414-856-5982 PIN: 248 179# Abstract: We explore the use of statistical and Machine Learning methods to assist in the downscaling of global model projections to regional ocean dynamics. Ongoing research programs use dynamical downscaling to predict conditions in the Bering Sea and other regions; here finely resolved dynamical regional models are forced by global seasonal forecasts (e.g. from the NOAA Climate Forecast System) and multi-decadal projections (e.g. from CMIP under alternative carbon mitigation scenarios). Such high-resolution regional models are typically more computationally expensive to run than the global models which drive them. This severely limits the ultimate size of any downscaled regional ensemble, which in turn severely constrains the skill and uncertainty estimates of the regional forecasts, needed for their effective use in fisheries management. First, we present Principal Component-based statistical methods, which summarize the dominant patterns generated by the regional model in response to dominant patterns of the coarse-scale atmospheric/oceanic forcing. We use this hybrid statistical summary to estimate the regional responses that would have been obtained if a larger dynamical downscaling ensemble had been computationally affordable. Second, we explore an extension of this approach using unsupervised Machine Learning methods (in particular, the Long-Short Term Memory method), trained using our dimensionally reduced global model forcings and regional model responses. As a sanity check, these ML-based results are compared with those from a simpler, linear regression-based method. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Advancing the Understanding and Prediction of Tropical Cyclones Using NOAA Aircraft Observations |
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Presenter(s): | Rob Rogers. Lead Meteorologist, Hurricane Research Division/Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory/OAR/NOAA |
Date & Time: | 26 May 2022
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Advancing the Understanding and Prediction of Tropical Cyclones Using NOAA Aircraft Observations Presenter(s): Rob Rogers, Ph.D. Sponsor(s): NOAA / OAR / Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory (AOML) Seminar Contact(s): Shirley Murillo webinar host: Shirley.Murillo@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://meet.goto.com/339257677 ![]() Abstract: The primary goal of NOAA/OAR/AOML's Hurricane Research Division (HRD) is to improve the understanding and prediction of tropical cyclones (TCs). While this improvement can be accomplished from a variety of approaches, a unique capability of HRD is the routine collection and analysis of airborne observations within the tropical cyclone inner-core and its atmospheric and oceanic environments. This data collection and analysis has formed the core of HRD's mission for many decades. This talk will provide a summary of the recent (past 15 years) accomplishments of HRD's annual Field Campaign, including a discussion of advances in NOAA's airborne observing technologies and how these observations have been used to better characterize, understand, and predict physical processes important for TC intensity change. Finally, a look toward the future will be provided, including a discussion of new foci meant to broaden HRD's goals to include a more comprehensive improvement of forecasting TC hazards. Bio(s): Rob Rogers, Ph.D. Lead Meteorologist, Hurricane Research Division/Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Recording will be made available shortly after the webinar at: https://www.aoml.noaa.gov/seminars/ Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Recent insights into Chinook salmon marine behavior from fisheries, scientific surveys, and acoustic telemetry |
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Presenter(s): | Cameron Freshwater, PhD; Department of Fisheries and Oceanography, Canada |
Date & Time: | 26 May 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Recent insights into Chinook salmon marine behavior from fisheries, scientific surveys, and acoustic telemetry Presenter(s): Cameron Freshwater, PhD; Department of Fisheries and Oceanography, Canada Sponsor(s): NWFSC Monster Seminar Jam website Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: JOIN VIA WEBINAR Join WebEx meeting ![]() Meeting password: QKdp3p4SMe6JOIN BY PHONE +1-415-527-5035 US Toll Global call-in numbers https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/globalcallin.php?MTID=m3142650430de6a3cadba4efb1ef4af96 ![]() Abstract: Spatial distributions regulate dynamics by determining whether populations are exposed to distinct environmental or anthropogenic drivers. Distribution data also inform ecosystem-based management where interactions between species are influenced by the extent to which populations overlap in space and time. Accurate distribution data are particularly critical in the context of Chinook salmon, which exhibit population-specific behaviors, sustain multi-stock fisheries, and provide unique ecosystem services. While long-term trends in Chinook salmon juvenile marine survival and age-at-maturity have diverged, both traits covary among stocks with similar nearshore marine distributions. My colleagues and I are leveraging several distinct field programs to better understand how these and other patterns may be influenced by marine life histories. Recently we used fisheries-dependent data to develop models of stock-specific abundance and identify seasonal patterns of habitat use. Additionally a large-scale and collaborative acoustic telemetry program has provided even more granular distribution data, including estimates of migration speed and depth distribution. Acoustic telemetry data have also been used to estimate survival during nearshore migrations and to identify mortality hotspots that may constrain Chinook salmon recovery.
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Title: | In Spanish: Manteniendo al público informado de eventos peligrosos durante la pandemia (Maintaining the public informed of hazardous events during the pandemic) |
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Presenter(s): | Maria Torres, NWS/NHC Public Affairs Officer & External Affairs - Meteorologist |
Date & Time: | 26 May 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Manteniendo al pblico informado de eventos peligrosos durante la pandemia (Maintaining the public informed of hazardous events during the pandemic)Part of the 2022 Hurricane Awareness Webinar Series Presenter(s): Maria Torres, NWS/NHC Public Affairs Officer & External Affairs - Meteorologist Sponsor(s): NOAA's Southeast and Caribbean Regional Team (SECART), 2022 Hurricane Awareness Webinar Series Seminar Contact(s): region.SECarib@noaa.gov, Shirley Murillo, webinar host: Shirley.Murillo@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3360210211307557387 ![]() Abstract: This webinar will be presented in Spanish: Los meteorlogos de la NOAA presentarn cmo trabajaron durante la pandemia. (Meteorologists from NOAA will present how they issued forecast products and advisories during the pandemic.) Bio(s): Maria Torres, NWS/NHC Public Affairs Officer & External Affairs - Meteorologist Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Recording will be made available shortly after the webinar at: https://www.noaa.gov/regional-collaboration-network/regions-southeast-and-caribbean/2022-hurricane-awareness-webinars Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Charting a RAD-ical future for salmon ecosystems with RAD (Resist, Accept, Direct) frameworks |
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Presenter(s): | John Kocik, NOAA/NMFS Northeast Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 26 May 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Charting a RAD-ical future for salmon ecosystems with RAD (Resist, Accept, Direct) frameworks Presenter(s): John Kocik, NOAA/NMFS Northeast Fisheries Science Center Sponsor(s): U.S. Northeast Climate-Fisheries Seminar Series; coordinator is Vincent.Saba@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://meet.google.com/paw-jhrb-nzr ![]() Abstract: North American salmon ranged from ocean waters near the Arctic Circle southward to southern New England on the Atlantic and Mexico on the Pacific. Colonial and industrial transformation of rivers and oceans led to extinction or endangered status of many southern populations. Three of these are NOAA Species in the Spotlight " Gulf of Maine Atlantic Salmon, Central California Coast Coho Salmon and Sacramento River Winter-Run Chinook. Focusing on Atlantic salmon, I will review progress in understanding made through NOAA Fisheries climate strategy. This work, and especially climate scenario planning, provides a solid foundation for management strategy evaluations. While ESA goals are designed to recover a species and their habitats and seem congruent, habitat and fish conservation have different timetables due to speed of changes in climate, habitat, and biological processes relative to regulatory processes and management plan actions. However, an emerging framework for managing transformational systems called RAD (Resist, Accept, Direct) provides a tool to examine conservation options and confront tough questions. Species in the spotlight have urgent conservation needs. Creative and big solutions are needed to recover salmon and RAD provides a way to examine conservation options to sustain salmon in an era of change. Bio(s): John Kocik has worked on salmonid population dynamics and ecology since 1984 when his Great Lakes research focused on pink salmon population dynamics then competition between steelhead and brown trout. John joined the Northeast Fisheries Science Center's Woods Hole Lab in 1992 as a research fishery biologist and began working on Atlantic Salmon conservation biology. In 2001, he became Lab Director of the NEFSC Maine Field Station and leads the Atlantic Salmon Ecosystem Research Team in MA and ME. The team studies population dynamics and marine ecology of salmonids and other diadromous fish. His research interests are centered on applied population dynamics, habitat ecology and impacts of climate on salmonids. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the OneNOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. |
Title: | Heat, Health and Drought in the U.S. eastern region |
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Presenter(s): | Samantha Borisoff, Climatologist with the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell University, and Hunter Jones, NOAA/OAR/CPO/National Integrated Heat Health Information System, and Jesse Bell, University of Nebraska Medical Center |
Date & Time: | 26 May 2022
9:30 am - 10:30 am ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Heat, Health and Drought in the U.S. eastern region Sponsor(s): NOAA's Eastern Region Climate Services Webinar Series Presenter(s): Samantha Borisoff, Climatologist with the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell University, and Hunter Jones, NOAA/OAR/CPO/National Integrated Heat Health Information System, and Jesse Bell, University of Nebraska Medical Center Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service/National Centers for Environmental Information/Regional Climate Services. Seminar Contact(s): Ellen Mecray Remote Access: Please register here ![]() Abstract: The webinar will feature a recap of May conditions and Hunter Jones and Jesse Bell will brief on the Urban Heat Island projects in the Eastern Region, and research connecting human health and drought in the east. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: If interested in obtaining a PDF of the slides and/or the recording, see the Northeast Regional Climate Center ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Measurement and modelling of the organic peroxy radicals in China |
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Presenter(s): | Keding Lu, Peking University |
Date & Time: | 25 May 2022
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET |
Location: | Virtual |
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NOAAScience Seminar Series Title: Measurement and modelling of the organic peroxy radicals in China NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series Presenter(s): Keding Lu, Peking University Sponsor(s): NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory. Seminar Contact(s): caroline.womack@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5789694403494174736 Abstract: Organic peroxy radicals (RO2) are the key reaction intermediates that determine the production of atmospheric ozone and secondary organic aerosols. However, RO2 radical has the characteristics of low concentration, strong activity, and complex reaction mechanism. The precise quantification of its ambient concentrations and the quantification of its budget is the frontier of atmospheric chemistry research. In this study, a systematic study was carried out on the direct measurement and budget analysis of the RO2 radicals in the polluted atmospheric environments in China. Based on laser-induced fluorescence technology, a RO2 radical measurement system was developed which is capable to detect the summed concentrations of all RO2 radicals as well as classification measurement of the simple and the complex RO2 radicals. Based on the chemical ionization mass spectrometry technology, we also developed a direct measurement method for the specialization detection of the complex organic peroxy radicals, and successfully realized the quantitative detection of about ten organic peroxy radicals. To interpret the measurement results of RO2 radicals, we used approaches includes box model simulations and experimental budget analysis to explore the sources and sinks of ambient RO2 radicals in the chemical complex environments. New insights about the fate and sources of RO2 are proposed for both the high and low NOx regimes. Bio(s): Professor Keding Lu ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: https://csl.noaa.gov/seminars/2022,contingent on speaker approval. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Sendan e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.govwith the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAAScience Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome yoursuggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Restoration Success: Linking Social and Ecological Metrics |
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Presenter(s): | Catherine de Rivera, Portland State University, derivera@pdx.edu; Melissa Haeffner, Portland State University, melh32@pdx.edu; Julie Gonzalez, University of California, Davis, Gonzalez@ucdavis.edu; Vanessa Robertson-Rojas, Portland State University, vrobe@pdx.edu; Sabra Comet, South Slough NERR, sabra.comet@dsl.oregon.gov |
Date & Time: | 25 May 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Restoration Success: Linking Social and Ecological Metrics Presenter(s): Catherine de Rivera, Portland State University Melissa Haeffner, Portland State University Julie Gonzalez, University of California, Davis Vanessa Robertson-Rojas, Portland State University Sabra Comet, South Slough NERR Sponsor(s): This webinar is sponsored by the NERRS Science Collaborative Seminar Contact(s): Doug George (douglas.george@noaa.gov) or Nick Soberal (nsoberal@umich.edu) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1092803929435388687 ![]() Abstract: Understanding why habitat restoration is, or isn't, viewed as successful is a critical piece of evaluating completed projects and garnering support for future projects. Ecological measures alone may not fully describe the success or shortcomings of restoration projects, and public perceptions of success may be based on an entirely different set of metrics. In fact, restoration metrics rarely include human dimensions even though community support for restoration can make or break potential future projects, and affect long-term success of completed ones.Using South Slough NERR (Oregon) and other restoration projects in the region as case studies, this project deployed a three-pronged approach to understand and improve estuarine restoration outcomes, which includes synthesis of long-term monitoring data, comparisons between manager and public perceptions, and interviews to understand efficacy of ecological metrics. In this webinar, the project team will talk about their approach to understanding restoration success, summarize their findings on the values and perceptions associated with estuarine restoration, and share recommendations for including social and ecological metrics in future restoration projects. Bio(s): Please visit here ![]() |
Title: | Economic Valuation Trainings and Project Consultations: Lessons Learned |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Lauren Knapp, CSS Inc. On Contract to Office for Coastal Management, Economist and Kate Quigley, Office for Coastal Management, Economist |
Date & Time: | 25 May 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
Location: | GoToWebinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Economic Valuation Trainings and Project Consultations: Lessons Learned Presenter(s): Dr. Lauren Knapp, CSS Inc. On Contract to Office for Coastal Management, Economist and Kate Quigley, Office for Coastal Management, Economist Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library and NOS Office for Coastal Management Seminar Contact(s): library.seminars@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/195191224816267280 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: There is an increasing need for state and local partners to conduct economic valuation analyses to capture the benefits of projects, programs and products and submit benefit cost analyses to access funding from federal agencies like the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA). In many cases, partners conducting and commissioning benefit valuation studies and federal funding applicants are non-economists. The NOS Office for Coastal Management offers trainings and consultation to help community partners understand economic terminology, identify appropriate economic analyses based on project objectives and expertise, determine questions to ask an economic consultant, and do simple valuation analyses. In this presentation, we reflect on recent lessons learned, in an effort to continue to better help non-economists commission or conduct studies in the most effective way possible. Keywords: economics, valuation, benefit-cost analysis Bio(s): Dr. Knapp is an environmental economist trained in various methods from cost-benefit analysis to ecosystem services valuation and stated preference estimation. On contract to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Office for Coastal Management (OCM) since 2020, she helps on efforts to value marine economies, train local communities on how to use economics to inform their decision-making, capture benefit data for natural coastal infrastructure, comprehensively value U.S. coral reefs, and use economics to inform other related efforts. Kate Quigley is a natural resource and environmental economist with the Office for Coastal Management in NOS. Areas of expertise are benefit cost analysis, policy analysis, and blue economy accounting. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: A recording will be available after the webinar on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to: OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Fostering convergence to address complex Arctic climate challenges: Identifying opportunities with the Navigating the New Arctic (NNA) Program |
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Presenter(s): | Twila Moon, Navigating the New Arctic Community Office, NNA-CO |
Date & Time: | 24 May 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Fostering convergence to address complex Arctic climate challenges: Identifying opportunities with the Navigating the New Arctic (NNA) Program Presenter(s): Twila Moon, Navigating the New Arctic Community Office (NNA-CO) Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contact(s): Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/identifying-opportunities-nna/ ![]() Abstract: Convergence research brings together diverse participants to craft " together " new languages of understanding and form new perspectives and solutions pathways around complex societal challenges and opportunities. Convergence is an intentional, careful process requiring relationship building and open sharing of individual perspectives so that groups can create integrated pathways to make progress together, often towards community-level activities or applications. Rapid climate change in the Arctic is causing unprecedented environmental shifts that are intrinsically connected with complex social and community activities and concerns, from food security to infrastructure, conservation to geopolitics. The NSF-funded Navigating the New Arctic Community Office (NNA-CO) is supporting new and future Arctic-focused convergence research. One activity of support is development of four Convergence Working Groups that will bring together researchers, local experts, and engaged community representatives to work together on a focused, self-formed project; for example, hosting community workshops, creating shared Arctic Data Center portals, developing policy briefs, or crafting science storytelling products. The Convergence Working Groups themselves will attempt to apply convergence concepts and act as test beds and examples for best practices. The process for Working Group formation has already been available for community feedback, with an ongoing workflow aimed to solidify areas of focus and participation by early 2023. Join this webinar to find out more about convergence research, formation and activities of upcoming Convergence Working Groups, and broader opportunities for cross-community interaction within the NNA-CO. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Keeping our mariners safe: How NOAA provides information to mariners |
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Presenter(s): | Darren Wright, Marine Program Leader/AFS/NWS, Darin Figursky, Operations Branch Chief/Ocean Prediction Center/NWS and Dr. Chris Landsea, Chief, Tropical Analysis and Forecast Branch/NHC/NWS |
Date & Time: | 24 May 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Keeping our mariners safe: How NOAA provides information to mariners Part of the 2022 Hurricane Awareness Webinar Series Presenter(s): Darren Wright, Marine Program Leader/AFS/NWS, Darin Figursky, Operations Branch Chief/Ocean Prediction Center/NWS and Dr. Chris Landsea, Chief, Tropical Analysis and Forecast Branch/NHC/NWS Sponsor(s): NOAA's Southeast and Caribbean Regional Team, 2022 Hurricane Awareness Webinar Series Seminar Contact(s): region.SECarib@noaa.gov, Shirley Murillo and Joel Cline webinar hosts: Shirley.Murillo@noaa.gov, Joel.Cline@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3615233137277093387 ![]() Abstract: It is National Safe Boating Week and we are highlighting the importance of keeping boaters safe. Hear from our speakers on how NOAA provides information, data and products during hurricane events. Bio(s): Darren Wright, Marine Program Leader/AFS/NWS, Darin Figursky, Operations Branch Chief/Ocean Prediction Center/NWS and Dr. Chris Landsea, Chief, Tropical Analysis and Forecast Branch/NHC/NWS Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Recording will be made available shortly after the webinar at: https://www.noaa.gov/regional-collaboration-network/regions-southeast-and-caribbean/2022-hurricane-awareness-webinars Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint (ACF) Drought and Water Monthly Webinar |
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Presenter(s): | David Zierden, Florida Climate Center; Tom Littlepage, ADECA Office of Water Resources; Paul Ankcorn, USGS South Atlantic Water Science Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Jody Huang, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mobile District; Samantha Lucas, Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve; and Meredith Muth, NOAA NIDIS |
Date & Time: | 24 May 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint (ACF) Drought and Water Monthly Webinar Presenter(s): David Zierden, Florida Climate Center; Tom Littlepage, ADECA Office of Water Resources; Paul Ankcorn, USGS South Atlantic Water Science Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Jody Huang, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mobile District; Samantha Lucas, Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve; Meredith Muth, NOAA NIDIS Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), Auburn University Water Resources Center Seminar Contact(s): Meredith.Muth@noaa.gov, NOAA/NIDIS Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/1157532176109540365 ![]() Abstract: This webinar will provide updated information on the climate, water, and drought status of the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint (ACF) River Basin. This drought assessment webinar is brought to you by the Auburn University Water Resources Center and the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS). Recordings: Yes, you can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | May 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing |
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Presenter(s): | Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy |
Date & Time: | 20 May 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: May 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing Presenter(s): Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contact(s): Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/may-2022-nws-briefing/ ![]() Abstract: We will review recent and current climate conditions around Alaska, review some forecast tools, and finish up with the Climate Prediction Center's forecast for June 2022 and the summer season. Join the gathering online to learn what's happened and what may be in store with Alaska's seasonal climate. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Q&A - Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Paul Roebber, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee |
Date & Time: | 20 May 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | NWS - HQ - MDL Goto1 |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Roebber Lectures - Q&A Session on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Presenter(s): Dr. Paul Roebber, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Seminar Contact(s): John Schattel (John.Schattel@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7751977408640408588 ![]() Abstract: The National Weather Service (NWS) has a long history of leveraging available data in support of weather forecasting efforts. These efforts are ongoing and with the advent of more advanced techniques (e.g., machine learning), the NWS is in the process of determining where and how to apply them. This lecture is designed to provide an opportunity for attendees to ask questions related to artificial intelligence and machine learning and have Dr. Roebber answer them. Attendees are encouraged to submit their questions in advance by emailing them to john.schattel@noaa.gov. More information on the lecture series is available in the NOAA Virtual Lab. Bio(s): Dr. Roebber received his BSc in Meteorology from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, Canada in 1981. He earned a MS in Meteorology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, MA in 1983. In 1991, Dr. Roebber returned to McGill University where he completed his PhD in meteorology. Dr. Roebber's research interests include the following:
Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: There will be no slides for this presentation. The meeting recording will be shared after the webinar with all who register, or a link where it can be found, or a contact for the recording. Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Mission: Iconic Reefs - An Ambitious Plan to Restore 7 Sites in the Florida Keys |
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Presenter(s): | Marlies Tumolo, Education & Outreach Team Lead, Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary |
Date & Time: | 19 May 2022
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET |
Location: | Remote Access Only |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Mission: Iconic Reefs - An Ambitious Plan to Restore 7 Sites in the Florida Keys Presenter(s): Marlies Tumolo, Education & Outreach Team Lead, Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar contact: Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2513476304826357773 ![]() Abstract: The coral reefs of the Florida Keys were some of the world's most iconic reefs. Over the last 40 years reefs worldwide have suffered dramatic declines. Nearly 90 percent of the live corals that once dominated our reefs have been lost. Emergency action is required to ensure the health of coral reefs in the Keys for future generations. NOAA and partners have developed an ambitious approach to restore corals at seven sites in the Florida Keys. Join staff from Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary to learn about Mission: Iconic Reefs, a 20-year restoration plan to save Florida's coral reefs. This presentation is part of the Third Thursday By the Bay Presentation Series at Mokuppapa Discovery Center, which is the visitor center for Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument in Hilo, Hawaii. This State of the Monument lecture series is also supported by the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation through a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: |
Title: | North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook |
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Presenter(s): | Aaron Wilson, State Climate Office of Ohio |
Date & Time: | 19 May 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook Presenter(s): Aaron Wilson | State Climate Office of Ohio Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, USDA Midwest Climate Hub, National Drought Mitigation Center, American Association of State Climatologists, National Weather Service Seminar Contacts: Doug Kluck (doug.kluck@noaa.gov), Britt Parker (britt.parker@noaa.gov) or Molly Woloszyn (Molly.Woloszyn@noaa.gov) Abstract: The focus area for this webinar series is the North Central region of the U.S. (from the Rockies to the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley). These free monthly webinars provide and interpret timely information on current climate and drought conditions, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. May 2022 topics include drought changes and longer term impacts, continued risk for drought, recent spring improvements to drought, and wildfire updates (May-Summer); recent and potential climate/weather impacts including, but not limited to, continuing La Nia and what it could mean for the region, soil moisture update and recharge outlook (both too wet and too dry), Great Lakes & riverine conditions, and mountain snowpack; the latest trends and outlooks for precipitation and temperature through spring and summer (2 weeks to 6 months), and potential late freeze implications across the region (if any). Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7528179497868100876 ![]() Recordings: You can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Organizing a community of practice to build analytical tools together |
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Presenter(s): | Rick Methot, NOAA Fisheries |
Date & Time: | 19 May 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Organizing a community of practice to build analytical tools together Presenter(s): Rick Methot, NOAA Fisheries Sponsor(s): NWFSC Monster Seminar Jam website Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: JOIN VIA WEBINAR Join WebEx meeting ![]() Meeting password: QKdp3p4SMe6JOIN BY PHONE +1-415-527-5035 US Toll Global call-in numbers https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/globalcallin.php?MTID=m3142650430de6a3cadba4efb1ef4af96 ![]() Abstract: The models used to provide quantitative advice for the management of marine fish populations are evolving from a paradigm of individual research projects, to a paradigm of community-developed and centrally supported models to support high quality, standardized assessments and facilitate advancements in research. Here I will tie together four narratives regarding my involvement in this evolution. One is my 40-year history in the development and support of the Stock Synthesis assessment model. The second is the ten-year history of the Center for Advancement of Population Assessment Methods. Third is a new NMFS effort to build a next generation assessment model, Fisheries Integrated Modeling System, as a modular platform involving the efforts of team members from all Centers. Finally, I will reflect on the NOAA wide efforts to build models that link climate, oceanography, ecosystems, and managed species. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Happy as a Clam: Ecology and photosymbiosis of giant clams (Sub-famliy: Tridacninae) in Palau |
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Presenter(s): | Lincoln Rehm, 2022 Knauss Fellow, NOAA / NMFS, Office of Science and Technology |
Date & Time: | 19 May 2022
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Happy as a Clam: Ecology and photosymbiosis of giant clams (Sub-famliy: Tridacninae) in Palau (2022 Knauss Fellows' Lunch & Learn Series) Presenter(s): Lincoln Rehm, 2022 Knauss Fellow, NOAA / NMFS, Office of Science and Technology Sponsor(s): NOAA's Central Library (NCL) Seminar Contact(s): Library Seminars Abstract: Giant clams (Sub-family: Tridacninae) are a group of bivalves that live in symbiosis with dinoflagellates (Family: Symbiodiniaceae) across Indo-Pacific coral reefs. These dinoflagellates are some of the same genera and species that can be found in neighboring coral reefs. Both coral and clam hosts acquire most of their energetic needs via photosynthesis however they use two very different mechanisms to maximize the absorption of light. The goal of my research is to establish a modern baseline of giant clam populations in the Republic of Palau and explore the photosynthetic mechanisms which enable these bivalves to thrive in shallow, nutrient poor coral reefs. Keywords: photosymbiosis, giant clams, conservation Bio(s): Lincoln is a current PhD Candidate in Environmental Science at Drexel University. He is currently placed in NOAA's Office of Science & Technology as a data governance and policy fellow. His research focus is on the conservation and photobiology of the giant clam. Before starting grad school, Lincoln worked at Palau International Coral Reef Center as a researcher studying the effects of climate change and conservation and near-shore resources. Outside of work, Lincoln enjoys bouldering, basketball, and board games. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Virtual Field Trip to the Channel Islands |
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Presenter(s): | Julie Bursek, NOAA's Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary and Claire Fackler, NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries |
Date & Time: | 18 May 2022
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Virtual Field Trip to the Channel Islands Presenter(s): Julie Bursek, NOAA's Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary and Claire Fackler, NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar contact: Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6348702606429606668 ![]() Abstract: In celebration of Kids to Parks Day, join staff from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) on a virtual outdoor adventure from Ventura Harbor in California across the Santa Barbara Channel in Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary to Anacapa and Santa Cruz Islands. The channel crossing will be full of marine life experiences, such as humpback whales breaching, common dolphins surfing the wake of the Island Packers vessel, and sea lions darting in and out of kelp forests. You'll also have a chance to see the largest animal to have ever existed on planet Earth"the elusive blue whale. As you approach the islands, you'll learn more about this special marine protected area that is located in a major upwelling zone where nutrient rich waters rise from the deep-sea to the surface and feed over 28 species of whales and dolphins. Once on land, you'll take a quick hike and then cool off while snorkeling in the lush kelp forests and kayaking in sea caves surrounding the island. Following your exhilarating adventure to the Channel Islands, you will have an opportunity to ask questions about this special national treasure and collect your virtual ParkPassport Badge! More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Open Ocean to Octocorals, Oh My!: Applying ‘Omics tools to the exploration of remote habitats and species |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Meredith Everett, Biologist, NOAA Northwest Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 18 May 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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Title: | Retaining and Advancing Talent in STEM and other fields: Ensuring Staff Experience an Inclusive Environment with Advancement Opportunities |
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Presenter(s): | Tanja Fransen, Meteorologist-in-Charge, NOAA/NWS Glasgow, MT; DaNa Carlis, Deputy Director, NOAA Global Systems Laboratory, Boulder, CO; Martin Yapur, Deputy Director, Interagency Meteorological Coordination Office-IMCO Interagency Council for Advancing Meteorological Services, OSTP-NOAA |
Date & Time: | 18 May 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Retaining and Advancing Talent in STEM and other fields: Ensuring Staff Experience an Inclusive Environment with Advancement Opportunities Presenter(s): Tanja Fransen, Meteorologist-in-Charge, NOAA/NWS Glasgow, MT; DaNa Carlis, Deputy Director, NOAA Global Systems Laboratory, Boulder, CO; Martin Yapur, Deputy Director, Interagency Meteorological Coordination Office-IMCO Interagency Council for Advancing Meteorological Services (OSTP-NOAA) Sponsor(s): NOAA Science Council and NOAA Central Library Seminar Contact(s): Library Seminars - library.seminars@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5692958270754091533 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Bio(s): Tanja Fransen has been with NOAA/ National Weather Service for 28 years, starting in Cheyenne, WY while a college student at the University of Northern Colorado. She's currently the Meteorologist-in-Charge (MIC) at NOAA/NWS Glasgow, MT and will soon be moving to Portland, OR in the MIC role. She served on the council for the American Meteorological Society (AMS) from 2017-2020, and was the 2021 AMS Virtual Annual Meeting co-chair. She's had numerous recognitions including the Spirit of Montana by US Congressman Gianforte, Montana's Hero for the Day by US Senator Baucus, the AMS Kenneth C Spengler Award, the NOAA Administrator's Award, and two NOAA/ NWS Isaac Cline Awards for Leadership and EEO/Diversity Management. DaNa L. Carlis, Ph.D. is an award winning meteorologist and serves as the Deputy Director at NOAA's Global Systems Laboratory (GSL). At GSL, he responsible for leading the scientific and information technology efforts of the laboratory. Along with the GSL Director, he leads a laboratory of almost 200 scientists, engineers, and administrators. Prior to GSL, DaNa worked at the Weather Program Office (WPO) in Washington, DC where he was the founding program manager of the Earth Prediction Innovation Center (EPIC) program. DaNa enjoys the fact that he's able to work between science, policy, and society to ensure better products and services to the American people. Martin Yapur is currently the Deputy Director at the Interagency Meteorological Coordination Office-IMCO (OSTP-NOAA), where he provides support to the White House - Interagency Council for Advancing Meteorological Services (ICAMS). Prior to this position, Martin was the Chief of NOAA/NESDIS office of Technology, Planning and Integration for Observations (TPIO) where he oversaw the development of NOAA's Integrated Environmental Observation and System Enterprise Architecture. Martin has been at the forefront of the collection, standardization, configuration management, and assessment of NOAA's observations, which consists of the blueprint, standards, processes, and investments needed to build and sustain a mission-effective, integrated, adaptable, and affordable observing systems portfolio. Born and raised in La Paz, Bolivia, Martin obtained his Bachelor's degree in Biology from Universidad Mayor de San Andrs (UMSA) and a Master's degree in Atmospheric Science and Remote Sensing from the City College of New York. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Exploring Underwater Sound in our National Marine Sanctuaries |
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Presenter(s): | Leila Hatch, Ph.D., Marine Ecologist, NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Science and Heritage Division; Claire Fackler, NOAA National Education Liaison; and Chloe McKenna, Education Intern, NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries |
Date & Time: | 17 May 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Exploring Underwater Sound in our National Marine Sanctuaries Presenter(s): Leila Hatch, Ph.D., Marine Ecologist, NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Science and Heritage Division; Claire Fackler, NOAA National Education Liaison; and Chloe McKenna, Education Intern, NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar Contact(s): Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6263784023887504399 ![]() Abstract: SanctSound is a three-year project, managed by NOAA and the U.S. Navy, to better understand underwater sound within our national marine sanctuaries. The goal of the SanctSound project is to understand how sound varies in the ocean by collecting the same information in sanctuaries around the United States. SanctSound combines sound data with the other types of observations we make throughout the National Marine Sanctuary System in order to better understand and protect these special places. The SanctSound web portal allows users to explore the sonic features of each sanctuary, and to make comparisons among locations to better understand how similar or different they are from each other. Take a tour of this new portal and the new Ocean Sound and Impact of Noise Resource Collection. More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | The long and short of it: Learning about forecast products that focus on tropical cyclone genesis |
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Presenter(s): | Jon Gottschalck, Chief Operational Forecast Branch, Climate Prediction Center/NWS, Eric Blake and Brad Reinhart, Hurricane Specialists, NHC/NWS |
Date & Time: | 17 May 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The long and short of it: Learning about forecast products that focus on tropical cyclone genesis Part of the 2022 Hurricane Awareness Webinar Series Presenter(s): Jon Gottschalck, Chief Operational Forecast Branch, Climate Prediction Center/NWS, Eric Blake and Brad Reinhart, Hurricane Specialists, NHC/NWS Sponsor(s): NOAA's Southeast and Caribbean Regional Team (SECART), 2022 Hurricane Awareness Webinar Series Seminar Contact(s): region.SECarib@noaa.gov, Shirley Murillo, webinar host: Shirley.Murillo@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4742797704691740176 ![]() Abstract: Expand your knowledge of other forecasts products that NOAA issues and how to interpret genesis forecasts and advisories. Come with your questions! Bio(s): Jon Gottschalck, Chief Operational Forecast Branch, Climate Prediction Center/NWS, Eric Blake and Brad Reinhart, Hurricane Specialists, NHC/NWS Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Recording will be made available shortly after the webinar at: https://www.noaa.gov/regional-collaboration-network/regions-southeast-and-caribbean/2022-hurricane-awareness-webinars Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Integrated modeling of the effects of sea level rise on estuaries, marshes and barrier islands |
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Presenter(s): | Davina Passeri, US Geological Survey |
Date & Time: | 17 May 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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Description: | ExpandNOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Integrated modeling of the effects of sea level rise on estuaries, marshes and barrier islands Presenter(s): Dr. Davina Passeri (US Geological Survey) Sponsor(s): NOAA Coastal Ocean Modeling Seminars: https://coastaloceanmodels.noaa.gov/seminar/ Seminar contact: Alexander.Kurapov@noaa.gov Remote Access: Connect with Google Meet meet.google.com/kti-ktaw-nes ![]() Phone Numbers (US)+1 414-856-5982 PIN: 248 179# Abstract: TBD Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Phytoplankton size class distributions on the Northeast U.S. Continental Shelf |
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Presenter(s): | Kimberly J. W. Hyde, Operations Research Analyst, Ecosystem Dynamics & Assessment Branch, Northeast Fisheries Science Center, Narragansett, RI and Ryan Morse, Research Scientist, Ecosystem Dynamics & Assessment Branch, Northeast Fisheries Science Center, Narragansett, RI |
Date & Time: | 16 May 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Phytoplankton size class distributions on the Northeast U.S. Continental ShelfBriefer: Kimberly J. W. Hyde, Operations Research Analyst, Ecosystem Dynamics & Assessment Branch, Northeast Fisheries Science Center, Narragansett, RIRyan Morse, Research Scientist, Ecosystem Dynamics& Assessment Branch, Northeast Fisheries Science Center, Narragansett, RI Sponsor(s): NOAA JPSS Program Seminar Contact(s): Bill Sjoberg (bill.sjoberg@noaa.gov)Remote Access meet.google.com/ozz-ispr-oow ![]() Join by phone (US) +1 617-675-4444 PIN: 611 138 123 3080# Abstract: At NOAA Fisheries, ocean color and other satellite data are used for awide range of operational and research applications. Thus, there is a critical need for long-term,high quality, high spectral resolution regionally-tuned satellite products innear shore regions to characterize and detect changes in the phytoplanktoncommunity and living marine resources. Our recent work to optimize phytoplankton size class algorithms for theNortheast U.S. continental shelf is helping us better understand how the phytoplanktoncommunity is affected by changing oceanographic conditions and their potentialimpact on overall ecosystem productivity and fisheries. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA CoastWatch and Recent SDG 14.1.1 Work & Learning Portal |
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Presenter(s): | Smail-Ramachandran-Abecassis, NOAA CoastWatch |
Date & Time: | 12 May 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series 1- Title: Optimizing Single-Sensor Satellite Ocean Color Data for Nearshore Reefs and Tropical Coastal Waters: Two Case Studies 1- Presenter(s): Emily Smail, GEO Blue Planet & Sathyadev Ramachandran, RIVA followed by Melanie Abecassis, NOAA CoastWatch 2- Title: NOAA CoastWatch Learning Portal 2- Presenter(s): Melanie Abecassis, NOAA CoastWatch Sponsor(s): NOAA CoastWatch (STAR) Remote Access: https://meet.goto.com/MerrieNeely/noaa-coastwatch-annual-meeting---day-4 ![]() You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (571) 317-3129 - One-touch: tel:+15713173129,,940652621# Access Code: 940-652-621 Seminar Contact(s): Merrie.Neely@noaa.gov Abstract: the NOAA CoastWatch Seminar Series began in 2022 and features two speakers from the NOAA CoastWatch Application Team presenting information that will be of interest to NOAA CoastWatch Users and the CoastWatch Team. If you are a NOAA CoastWatch user, or think you might want to be, you are welcome to attend this webinar. Slides, Recordings Other Materials: available 24-48 hours following the seminar at this link: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars_NOCCG.php Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars.php |
Title: | Toward better understanding and forecasting of population dynamics |
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Presenter(s): | Floriane Plard La Rochelle University, France |
Date & Time: | 12 May 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Toward better understanding and forecasting of population dynamics Presenter(s): Floriane PlardLa Rochelle University, France Sponsor(s): NWFSC Monster Seminar Jam website Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: JOIN VIA WEBINAR Join WebEx meeting ![]() Meeting password: QKdp3p4SMe6JOIN BY PHONE +1-415-527-5035 US Toll Global call-in numbers https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/globalcallin.php?MTID=m3142650430de6a3cadba4efb1ef4af96 ![]() Abstract: Models of population dynamics often predict demographic rates and population size in relation to environmental variations. Indeed, these variations often directly shape demographic rates. However, population models rarely include the diversity of individual responses facing these environmental pressures. But, when resources become scarce, the performances of low-quality individuals are often the first ones to be impacted. I combined the advantaged of two widely used model of population dynamics: integrated population model (IPMpop) and integral projection model (IPMind) into IPM. This last model allowed using individual data to estimate population dynamics while keeping the estimates at population level close to reality. Using simulation analyses, the predictions of IPM were more accurate than the ones made by IPMind and IPMpop. However, the number of assumptions always increases and the consequences of their violation become vague as model complexity increases. Integrated population models combine several datasets to estimate survival and reproduction parameters together with higher precision than is possible using independent models. However, accuracy actually depends on an adequate fit of the model to datasets. I also discuss bias and uncertainty of parameters obtained from integrated population models when assumptions are violated. Bio(s): Floriane Plard got her PhD in 2014 in The University of Lyon 1, France. She worked as a postdoctoral fellow at Stanford University, USA and started this work during her post-doctoral position at the Swiss Ornithological Institute, in Switzerland. She worked as an Assistant Professor in statistics at the University Lyon 2, France and at the university of Holar in Iceland. She is currently working as a research engineer at La Rochelle University. Her research is at the interface between the theory of life-histories, population ecology and quantitative ecology. She developed theoretical and statistical models to provide a better understanding and prediction of population dynamics using individual mechanisms. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | GeMS Validation Survey |
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Presenter(s): | Kevin Ahlgren, Geodesist, Observations and Analysis Division, National Geodetic Survey |
Date & Time: | 12 May 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: GeMS Validation Survey Presenter(s): Kevin Ahlgren, Geodesist, Observations and Analysis Division, NGS Sponsor(s): NOAA/NOS National Geodetic Survey. Seminar Contact(s): sonja.bowen@noaa.gov, NOAA National Geodetic Survey Registration link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1083014977196372240 ![]() Visit the NGS Webinar Series website to register, sign up to receive monthly webinar notices, and learn more: http://www.ngs.noaa.gov/web/science_edu/webinar_series/. Abstract: In the Fall of 2021, NGS performed a field campaign in south-central Alaska to obtain geodetic observations that will be used by the Geoid Monitoring Service (GeMS) to validate time-dependent geopotential models (geoid, gravity, deflection of the vertical). The observations collected are critical to GeMS and a time-dependent geoid model in order to evaluate two situations: 1) to assess how much geoid change has occurred since 1964, when the Coast and Geodetic Survey performed a very high-accuracy triangulation, leveling, and gravity survey following the 1964 Alaska Earthquake; and 2) to establish a baseline to measure all subsequent geoid change against in the future. Technical Content Rating: Intermediate - Some prior knowledge of this topic is helpful. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA Fisheries Distribution Mapping and Analysis Portal (DisMAP): Visualizing changing distributions |
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Presenter(s): | Melissa Karp, Fisheries Science Coordinator for NOAA Fisheries' Office of Science & Technology's National Stock Assessment Program, NSAP |
Date & Time: | 11 May 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NOAA Fisheries Distribution Mapping and Analysis Portal (DisMAP): Visualizing changing distributions (EBM/EBFM)NOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Melissa Karp, Fisheries Science Coordinator for NOAA Fisheries' Office of Science & Technology's National Stock Assessment Program (NSAP) Sponsor(s): NMFS and NOAA Central Library Seminar Contacts: Peg Brady (peg.brady@noaa.gov) and NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4702291695240836368 ![]() Registering for this seminar will provide you access to the full series of seminars. Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: The impacts of changing fish distributions reach far beyond the individual species experiencing the shift, to affect entire ecosystems, as well as fisheries interactions, and coastal economies. Robust information on past, current, and expected future distributions of marine species is critical for effective fishery management and fishing sector decision-making. In response to this need NOAA Fisheries developed a new state-of-the-art mapping portal to consolidate information on species distributions into one easily accessible, interactive portal called the Distribution Mapping and Analysis Portal (DisMAP). The portal displays data from NOAA Fisheries bottom trawl surveys for five regions (Northeast, Southeast, Gulf of Mexico, West Coast, and Alaska) and includes a map viewer and graphing capabilities to explore the distributions of over 800 marine fish and invertebrate species caught during the surveys. Keywords: species distributions, web portal, climate change Bio(s): Melissa Karp is the Fisheries Science Coordinator for NOAA's Office of Science & Technology's National Stock Assessment Program (NSAP), and leads the Distribution Mapping and Analysis Portal effort. Since joining the NSAP team in 2017 as a Sea Grant John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellow, her work has focused on supporting efforts to advance stock assessments methodology in the U.S., particularly related to the incorporation of ecosystem and climate information in the assessment process. Melissa obtained her M.S. in marine science from the College of William and Mary's School of Marine Science, at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science in 2016 and her B.S. in Biology and Environmental Science from Tufts University in 2013. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Case Studies for the Atmospheric Transport of Environmental Contaminants: PFAS and Pesticides in Precipitation |
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Presenter(s): | Jennifer Faust, College of Wooster |
Date & Time: | 11 May 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAAScience Seminar Series Title: Case Studies for the Atmospheric Transport of Environmental Contaminants: PFAS and Pesticides in Precipitation NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series Presenter(s): Jennifer Faust, College of Wooster Sponsor(s): NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory. Seminar Contact(s): jan.kazil@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2817260374948062221 Abstract: Here we will explore two stories of how chemicals move through the atmosphere: PFAS and pesticides. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are long-lived environmental contaminants of concern for human health. When released into the atmosphere, they can undergo long-range transport, followed by return to Earth through deposition. We have quantified 15 PFAS in rainwater from the central United States. During summer 2019, PFAS concentrations ranged from 50-850 ng/L, as measured by liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry. Trifluoroacetic acid accounted for approximately 90% of all PFAS. Levels of perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorosulfonic acid (PFOS) were comparable to levels observed over the past two decades in spite of regulatory restrictions. We also detected HFPO-DA (GenX), a replacement for legacy PFAS, at all measurement sites. Analysis by ANOVA modeling and correlation matrices indicated statistically significant differences (p < 0.05) in PFAS profiles at sites separated by tens to hundreds of kilometers, highlighting the importance of local point sources on deposition of PFAS in the United States. In our more recent work, we have expanded our precipitation analysis to characterize pesticides in precipitation samples using suspect screening with high-resolution mass spectrometry and air mass back trajectory analysis. Bio(s): Dr. Jennifer Faust ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: https://csl.noaa.gov/seminars/2022,contingent on speaker approval. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Sendan e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.govwith the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAAScience Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome yoursuggestions and ideas! |
Title: | State of the Ecosystem: 2022 Overview |
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Presenter(s): | Kimberly Bastille, Northeast Fisheries Science Center - Ecosystem Dynamics and Assessment Branch |
Date & Time: | 11 May 2022
11:45 am - 12:45 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: State of the Ecosystem: 2022 Overview Presenter(s): Kimberly Bastille, Northeast Fisheries Science Center - Ecosystem Dynamics and Assessment Branch Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library Seminar Contact(s): Library Seminars - library.seminars@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7063413751651588622 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Bio(s): Kim Bastille is a scientific data analyst (contractor) working in ecosystem assessment reporting in the Ecosystem Dynamics and Assessment Branch. She currently focuses on State of the Ecosystem reports and related projects. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Oklahoma Drought Status Webinar |
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Presenter(s): | Gary McManus, Oklahoma Climatological Survey, Oklahoma Mesonet, Victor Murphy , NOAA National Weather Service Southern Region |
Date & Time: | 11 May 2022
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Oklahoma Drought Status Webinar Presenter(s): Gary McManus | OK State Climatologist Victor Murphy | NOAA National Weather Service Southern Region Climate and COOP Services program manager Sponsor(s): NOAA, National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), National Weather Service, Oklahoma Mesonet, Oklahoma Climatological Survey Seminar Contact(s): Joel Lisonbee, NOAA National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), (joel.lisonbee@noaa.gov) Abstract: Despite recent rainfall, drought in western Oklahoma has expanded and worsened during early 2022. The U.S. Drought Monitor shows over 1/3 (36%) of the state in Extreme (D3) Drought and nearly a tenth (9.4%) in Exceptional (D4) Drought. Please join us as Gary McManus, the Oklahoma State Climatologist, and Victor Murphy, from the National Weather Service, talk about current drought conditions, the long-range forecast, and the impact recent precipitation might have on drought conditions across the state. Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/979542137682465039 ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA NMFS R UG: Creating reproducible and robust fisheries science workflows using R and GitHub |
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Presenter(s): | Diana Dishman, Em Markowitz, Amanda Bradford, Alan Olson, Eli Holmes, Ben Duffin, Kelli Johnson, Giselle Schmitz, Bai Li, Hem Nalini Morzaria-Luna, Kathryn Doering, Adyan Rios |
Date & Time: | 10 May 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NOAA NMFS R UG: Creating reproducible and robust fisheries science workflows using R and GitHubNOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Diana Dishman (WCRO), Automating BiOps and permits: why regional offices should love R too; Em Markowitz (AFSC), Using R to make survey preparation, communication, and results sharing more efficient!; Amanda Bradford (PIFSC), Design-based line-transect cetacean abundance estimation in R; Alan Olson (WCRO), Multipopulation PNI (Proportionate Natural Influence) modeling tool and Predation, competition, and delayed mortality risk model; Eli Holmes (NWFSC), MARSS: Multivariate Time Series Analysis in R, oh boy!; Ben Duffin (OSF), Points and Polygons: an App for Atlantic HMS EFH; Kelli Johnson (NWFSC), Automated alternative text with ggplot2; Giselle Schmitz (OST) and Bai Li (OST), Automating the backup of GitHub repositories; Hem Nalini Morzaria-Luna (NWFSC), Parallelization and batch processing models with R; Kathryn Doering (NWFSC) and Bai Li (OST), ghactions4r: Use github actions workflows for R packages with less effort; Adyan Rios (SEFSC), Management history processing Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library Seminar Contact(s): NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2309930316478283790 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Abstract: These lightning talks (2-3min each) will showcase a diversity of work using R, RMarkdown and GitHub to automate workflows, create user applications, and create reproducible fishery reports in applications such as stock assessment, protected species, ecosystem analyses and single species research.Keywords: Data science, stock assessment, fisheries reports Bio(s): These lightning talks (2-3min each) from the NOAA Fisheries (NMFS) R User Group will feature speakers from across the six NOAA Fisheries Science Centers. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() |
Title: | Researching Resilience: Science for the Largest Environmental, Social, and Economic Challenge of the Century |
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Presenter(s): | Steven Thur, Ph.D., Director, NOAA NOS National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science |
Date & Time: | 10 May 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Researching Resilience: Science for the Largest Environmental, Social, and Economic Challenge of the Century Part of the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series. These webinars are open to the public, in or outside of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Presenter(s): Steven Thur, Ph.D., Director, NOAA NOS National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science Sponsor(s): This event is part of the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series with sponsorship from the NOAA Science Council. The NOAA-wide NELS provides examples of NOAA's leadership in environmental science, by those who lead it and make it happen. The NELS are presented as part of the NOAA Science Seminar Series For NELS questions, contact nels@noaa.gov (NELS Team: Hernan.Garcia@noaa.gov, Sandra.Claar@noaa.gov, Katie.Rowley@noaa.gov, robert.levy@noaa.gov. Remote Access: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/eizaplyvrmyp/event/registration.html Abstract: It is likely that the impacts associated with climate change will be the largest economic, social and environmental challenge of the century. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability has a clear message: there are unavoidable climate hazards and increases to risk profiles for both ecosystems and humans. Adaptation and mitigation measures are no longer optional considerations; they are necessities. Science conducted by NOAA's National Ocean Service and partners will be critical to how society adapts to the challenge of the century. Nature-based infrastructure, combining both hardened structures and living components, offers solutions for flood and inundation risk reduction, habitat restoration, threatened and endangered species recovery, and recreation. Assessing and predicting climate impacts on living marine resources and those that make their living from water-dependent activities is foundational to the development of adaptation strategies. Understanding social vulnerability and perceptions of potential mitigation measures will enable decision makers to evaluate alternatives and effectively communicate with affected communities. Addressing the challenge of the century will require a change to our research paradigm. Specifically, we will need to embrace greater risk in our research portfolio, accepting more failure as a tradeoff for the benefits that accrue from research breakthroughs needed to assist society in our rapidly changing world. Bio(s): https://coastalscience.noaa.gov/staff/steve-thur-phd/Recording: To access the video after the webinar visit the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar Series Notice: Please note that the online service allows audio and other information sent during the session to be recorded. By joining you automatically consent to such recordings. If you do not consent to being recorded, please do not join the session. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Insight into the past and present cyanobacterial blooms in Lake Superior |
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Presenter(s): | Cody Sheik, Assistant Professor, Swenson College of Science and Engineering, University of Minnesota-Duluth |
Date & Time: | 10 May 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Insight into the past and present cyanobacterial blooms in Lake Superior Presenter(s): Cody Sheik " Assistant Professor, Swenson College of Science and Engineering, University of Minnesota-Duluth Sponsor(s): NOAA Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory (NOAA GLERL) and the Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research (CIGLR) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2538719994808348432 ![]() Abstract: Cyanobacteria are extraordinary chemists that are integral to all surficial water ecosystems. As primary producers, they provide carbon and oxygen that drives heterotrophic productivity. Furthermore, the ability of some cyanobacterial species to fix nitrogen gives these groups a multifaceted ecosystem role. However, cyanobacterial overgrowth, e.g., cyanobacterial blooms, is increasing in intensity, duration, and severity in nearly all freshwater ecosystems. While the lower Laurentian Great Lakes (Lake Erie and Ontario) are prone to toxin-producing cHABs, Lake Superior, until recently, has not seen regular cHAB occurrences. The recent uptick in cyanobacterial blooms is unsettling and may be a harbinger of the changing chemical and physical characteristics of the lake. In my presentation I will talk about the changing nitrogen landscape of Lake Superior and focus on the presence of nitrogen fixing cyanobacterial blooms observed in Lake Superior. Bio(s): Dr. Sheik received his B.S. in Zoology (2004) and PhD in Microbial Ecology (2011) from the University of Oklahoma. After graduation, he completed a postdoctoral position at the University of Michigan before coming to UMD in 2015. Dr. Sheik is a geomicrobiologist whose work in aquatic systems is at the intersection of three fields: microbiology, ecology, and geochemistry/geology. His lab currently investigates the microbiology of the deep subsurface, sediments, surface waters, and harmful algal blooms. His research seeks to understand how microorganisms mediate biogeochemical cycles, with emphasis on carbon, nitrogen, and sulfur in these disparate ecosystems.Recording: A recording of the webinar will be available here ![]() ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Tracking Hurricane Ida (2021) through NOAA's Office of Response and Restoration: Preparedness, Response and Recovery |
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Presenter(s): | Charlie Henry, Director, Gulf of Mexico Disaster Response Center, Kevin Kirsch, Southeastern Regional Manager, OR&R's Assessment and Response Division, Brandi Todd, Scientific Support Coordinator, OR&R's Emergency Response Division, and Caitlin Wessel, Gulf of Mexico Regional Coordinator, Marine Debris Program |
Date & Time: | 10 May 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Tracking Hurricane Ida (2021) through NOAA's Office of Response and Restoration: Preparedness, Response and Recovery Part of the 2022 Hurricane Awareness Webinar Series Presenter(s): Charlie Henry, Director, Gulf of Mexico Disaster Response Center, Kevin Kirsch, Southeastern Regional Manager, OR&R's Assessment and Response Division, Brandi Todd, Scientific Support Coordinator, OR&R's Emergency Response Division, and Caitlin Wessel, Gulf of Mexico Regional Coordinator, Marine Debris Program Sponsor(s): NOAA's Southeast and Caribbean Regional Team, 2022 Hurricane Awareness Webinar Series Seminar Contact(s): region.SECarib@noaa.gov, Geno Olmi SECART regional coordinator: Geno.Olmi@noaa.gov, Julie Steinberg and Shirley Murillo webinar hosts: Julie.Steinberg@noaa.gov and Shirley.Murillo@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4113063415031641360 ![]() Abstract: Tune in and learn how NOAA's Office of Response and Restoration plays an important role before, during, and after hurricane events. The speakers will take us through Hurricane Ida (2021) and how their office took action . Bio(s): Charlie Henry is the Director of the Gulf of Mexico Disaster Response Center. Kevin Kirsch is the Southeastern Regional Manager that is part of NOAA's Office of Response and Restoration's (OR&R) Assessment and Response Division. Brandi Todd is the Scientific Support Coordinator for OR&R's Emergency Response Division, and Caitlin Wessel is the Gulf of Mexico Regional Coordinator for the Marine Debris Program. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Recording will be made available shortly after the webinar at: https://www.noaa.gov/regional-collaboration-network/regions-southeast-and-caribbean/2022-hurricane-awareness-webinars Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | An Assessment of Coastal Resilience in Great Lakes Communities: Basinwide Resources and Local Efforts in Response to a Changing Coastline |
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Presenter(s): | Anna Kaczmarek and Annika Tomson, University of Michigan Graduate Researchers |
Date & Time: | 10 May 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: An Assessment of Coastal Resilience in Great Lakes Communities: Basinwide Resources and Local Efforts in Response to a Changing Coastline Presenter(s): Anna Kaczmarek and Annika Tomson, University of Michigan Graduate Researchers Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library and NOAA Office for Ocean Coastal Management Seminar Contact(s): library.seminars@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6402149867446898443 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: High water level events across the Great Lakes Basin in 2017 and 2019 caused widespread flooding and shoreline erosion, damaged property and infrastructure, and increased interest among communities to protect their coastlines and implement resiliency measures. In response, the Basin experienced an influx of resources and funding to assist communities in adopting solutions that have overwhelmed users. Through interviews with local decision-makers and resource-providing organizations, this research confirmed existing gaps and identified potential solutions to improve the implementation of coastal resiliency measures at a local scale. Keywords: Coastal resilience, capacity, local governance Bio(s): Anna and Annika are recent graduates of the University of Michigan's School for Environment and Sustainability master's program. Through their work with four additional colleagues, the project has culminated in their increased interest regarding local governance barriers and support post graduation. Anna is interested in supporting collaborative management of US rivers and lakes, while Annika looks toward continuing coastal resilience initiatives in the Great Lakes or salt coasts. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: A recording will be available after the webinar on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to: OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + Updated Sea Level Projections |
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Presenter(s): | Sandra Rayne, Southeast Regional Climate Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Todd Hamill, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Pam Knox, University of Georgia; William Sweet, National Ocean Service, NOAA |
Date & Time: | 10 May 2022
10:00 am - 10:45 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + Updated Sea Level Projections Presenter(s): Sandra Rayne, Southeast Regional Climate Center (Climate Overview) Jeff Dobur and Todd Hamill, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center (Water Resources Overview ) Pam Knox, University of Georgia (Agriculture Impact Update) William Sweet, National Ocean Service, NOAA (Updated Sea Level Projections) Sponsor(s): NOAA NCEI, National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), National Weather Service, Southeast Regional Climate Center, American Association of State Climatologists Seminar Contact(s): Meredith Muth, NOAA National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), (Meredith.muth@noaa.gov) Abstract: Join us for the Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar! These webinars will provide the region's stakeholders and interested parties with timely information on current and developing climate conditions such as drought, floods and tropical storms, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. Speakers may also discuss the impacts of these conditions on topics such as wildfires, agriculture production, disruption to water supply, and ecosystems. The May 10 webinar will feature a special presentation on "Updated Sea Level Projections." Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/7416485623755069963 ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Is ignoring predation mortality leading to an inability to achieve management goals in Alaska? |
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Presenter(s): | Grant Adams, University of Washington School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences, PhD Candidate |
Date & Time: | 5 May 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Is ignoring predation mortality leading to an inability to achieve management goals in Alaska? (National Stock Assessment Science Seminar Series) Presenter(s): Grant Adams, University of Washington School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences, PhD Candidate Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and NOAA's Central Library (NCL) Seminar Contact(s): Kristan Blackhart and Library Seminars Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: Time-varying predation mortality is thought to represent a large proportion of mortality for groundfish in Alaska. However, assessment models assume time-invariant natural mortality. Research is needed to identify the relevance of time-varying predation mortality to management performance while also accounting for feedback from continued data collection and assessment. Here I present development of multi-species models and associated R package (Rceattle) developed for groundfish in Alaska and initial results from a management strategy evaluation to assess whether ignoring predation inhibits the performance of single-species management.Keywords: multispecies, management strategy evaluation, stock assessment Bio(s): Grant (he/him/his) is a PhD student in the School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences at the University of Washington. His current work aims to evaluate the performance of single- and multi-species assessment models and harvest control rules under trophic dynamics and climate change. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Dynamic ocean management for dynamic ocean ecosystems |
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Presenter(s): | Elliot Hazen, NOAA Southwest Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 5 May 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Dynamic ocean management for dynamic ocean ecosystems Presenter(s): Elliot Hazen, NOAA Southwest Fisheries Science Center Sponsor(s): NOAA Northwest Fisheries Science Center, NWFSC Monster Seminar Jam website Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: JOIN VIA WEBINAR Join WebEx meeting ![]() Meeting password: QKdp3p4SMe6 JOIN BY PHONE +1-415-527-5035 US Toll Global call-in numbers https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/globalcallin.php?MTID=m3142650430de6a3cadba4efb1ef4af96 ![]() Abstract: Highly migratory species are inherently difficult to manage as they regularly move in response to ocean conditions and cross human-imposed jurisdictional boundaries. Many migratory species face multiple threats including being hit by ships and interacting with fishing gear (bycatch). Rapidly changing ocean conditions such as marine heatwaves, are making existing management approaches less effective and creating new human-wildlife conflicts. Managing these highly migratory species in a changing climate requires an understanding of how distribution and abundance varies with the ocean environment. Here I discuss how new approaches to management can conserve top predators while still allowing humans to use the ocean sustainably focusing on two recently developed tools, WhaleWatch for assessing blue whale ship-strike risk (http://www.westcoast.fisheries.noaa.gov/whalewatch/) and EcoCast for maximizing the catch of swordfish while minimizing bycatch of sharks, pinnipeds, and turtles. These studies provide a framework for how dynamic approaches can be applied to other migratory species for which data are available, and emphasizes the utility in using big data analytics. Bio(s): Dr. Hazen's research interests span oceanography and fisheries ecology to ecosystem modeling, with a focus on predator-prey dynamics and climate ready management approaches for marine ecosystems. He is currently working as part of an interdisciplinary team to use species-habitat relationships to create novel management strategies for the California Current Large Marine Ecosystem, a key component of NOAA's Integrated Ecosystem Assessments. Elliott received his master's in fisheries science from the University of Washington and his doctorate in ecology from Duke University in North Carolina, followed by a National Research Council fellowship with NOAA's Environmental Research Division in Pacific Grove, California. Elliott is currently a Research Ecologist with NOAA with an adjunct appointment in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and Institute of Marine Sciences at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and an adjunct appointment at Stanford's Hopkins Marine Station. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | The National Wetlands Inventory: Driving Conservation through Mapping |
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Presenter(s): | Megan Lang, Chief Scientist National Wetlands Inventory, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Wetlands Inventory Program |
Date & Time: | 5 May 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The National Wetlands Inventory: Driving Conservation through Mapping Part of the Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping (IOCM) 2022 Seminar Series Presenter(s): Megan Lang, Chief Scientist, National Wetlands Inventory, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Wetlands Inventory Program, Falls Church, Virginia Sponsor(s): NOAA Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping (IOCM) program Seminar Contact(s): Amber Butler (amber.butler@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6558943523068147983 ![]() Please contact amber.butler@noaa.gov for technical connectivity troubleshooting. Abstract: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) Program has catalyzed the conservation of wetlands through the mapping and monitoring of U.S. wetland and deepwater habitats for over 40 years. The Program provides two distinct products, the NWI Geospatial Dataset and Wetlands Status and Trends Reports to Congress. The Geospatial Dataset contains over 35 million polygons that provide spatially explicit, contiguous information on wetland and deepwater habitat type, location, and extent. The Wetlands Status and Trends Project offers decadal tabular estimates of wetland and deepwater habitat type and area change. These datasets provide complementary information that is used by stakeholders to support a broad array of applications, from conservation-oriented infrastructure planning to Endangered Species Act decision-making. To better meet these needs, the NWI Program has initiated a research and development effort to support the long-term delivery of high-quality wetlands data. This presentation will provide an update on newly available NWI products, progress towards delivering the next Wetlands Status and Trends Report, and ongoing partnerships with NOAA and USGS. The audience will have an opportunity to provide feedback aimed at enhancing partnerships and increasing the utility of NWI products for meeting today's most pressing needs for improved water data. Bio(s): Megan Lang is Chief Scientist for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) National Wetlands Inventory Program and Team Lead for the FWS Wetlands Status and Trends Project. Dr. Lang is an adjunct professor at the University of Maryland Department of Geographical Sciences. She serves as an Associate Editor for the Journal Wetlands and has published over 100 scientific articles and book chapters. Before working for the FWS, Dr. Lang led the U.S. Department of Agricultural Mid-Atlantic Regional Wetland Conservation Effects Assessment Project. She has been working to support the conservation and management of aquatic ecosystems through field and remote sensing-based assessments for over two decades. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Materials and the recording will be available after the seminar by contacting iwgocm.staff@noaa.gov Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | The Ins and Outs of Hiring and Working With Interns from Georgetown University |
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Presenter(s): | Rebecca Cassidy, Georgetown University's Associate Director of Employer Relations |
Date & Time: | 5 May 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Please share with anyone (NOAA or not) who might be interested; thanks. Title: The Ins and Outs of Hiring and Working With Interns from Georgetown University Presenter(s): Rebecca Cassidy, Associate Director of Employer Relations at Georgetown University's Cawley Career Education Center Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) Science Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Varis.Ransi@noaa.gov, co-coordinator NOAA NOS Science Seminar Series Remote Access: This seminar is over but you can view the recording here: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/p3kq0ex3crc6/You may enter the webinar via a browser or the Adobe Connect app. If you enter via a browser, PC/Windows users should use Chrome or Edge browsers and Mac users should use Safari or Chrome. Do not use the IE browser.If you want to enter via the Adobe Connect app you must download it ahead of time. 1. If you have downloaded and used Adobe Connect recently, you do not need to download it but you can test it here ![]() 2. If you have NOT used Adobe Connect, you must download Adobe connect ahead of time to use it, and your IT staff may need to do it. The download info is here ![]() ![]() 3. After downloading and testing Adobe Connect, register at link above. Attendees are muted during the webinar and audio is over the computer, so adjust the volume on your computer speakers or headset. Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: Shrinking staff sizes, reduced budgets, and increased workloads put stress on organizations of all types, from governmental agencies to non-profit organizations to for-profit corporations. To handle the increased workload, many organizations rely heavily on internship programs, particularly during busy times of the year. However, there are many details to work through to hire students as interns. There are many details to think through and laws to follow to ensure that the internship is a successful working relationship for both employer and student. Join Rebecca Cassidy, Georgetown University's Associate Director of Employer Relations, to learn more about hiring interns and setting up a formal internship program. During this webinar, Rebecca will cover topics including:
Bio(s): Rebecca Cassidy is the Associate Director of Employer Relations at Georgetown University's Cawley Career Education Center, which serves all undergraduate students at the university. She gained her 15 years' experience in coaching, training and advising students and employers by working a variety of settings both internationally and across the U.S. Her corporate background is in consulting and international nonprofit work and she earned her M.B.A. from The George Washington University, her B.A. in psychology from S.U.N.Y. Binghamton and is certified as a Global Career Development Facilitator through the National Career Development Association. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sent to all who registered. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mailto OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA's National Marine Ecosystem Status Website - a Tool for Educators |
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Presenter(s): | Willem Klajbor, NOAA Ecosystem Indicators Working Group, Senior Research Associate |
Date & Time: | 4 May 2022
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NOAA's National Marine Ecosystem Status Website - a Tool for Educators Presenter(s): Willem Klajbor, NOAA Ecosystem Indicators Working Group, Senior Research Associate Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library Seminar Contact(s): Library Seminars - library.seminars@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/810858362211721998 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: NOAA's National Marine Ecosystem Status website provides a starting point for educators, outreach specialists, and the interested public to explore the status of seven major U.S. marine ecosystems and the nation at-a-glance. For the first time in one location, it provides easy access to NOAA's wide range of important coastal and marine ecosystem data. In this presentation, Will will introduce the website, it's capabilities, and gather feedback about the applicability of the tool to outreach activities.Keywords: Ecosystem, Tool, Outreach Bio(s): Will Klajbor is a Senior Research Associate at AOML who coordinates the NOAA Ecosystem Indicators Working Group, which maintains NOAA's National Marine Ecosystem Status website. Will is a transdisciplinary ocean scientist who completed his Masters in Marine Resource Management with a minor in Risk Quantification in Marine Systems at Oregon State University. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Climate Change and Climate Induced Conflict and Migration in Afghanistan / Green Infrastructure, Climate, and Cities |
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Presenter(s): | Haseeb Payab, former Deputy Director General of Plan, Policy and Monitoring at the National Environmental Protection Agency of Afghanistan |
Date & Time: | 4 May 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Climate Change and Climate Induced Conflict and Migration in Afghanistan / Green Infrastructure, Climate, and Cities CCRUN Seminar Series Presenter(s): Haseeb Payab, former Deputy Director General of Plan, Policy and Monitoring at the National Environmental Protection Agency of Afghanistan Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Consortium for Climate Risk in the Urban Northeast (CCRUN), a NOAA RISA Team. Seminar Contact(s): Genie Bey, genie.bey@noaa.gov; Sloane Woerdemaz,sjw83@drexel.edu Remote Access: Register for the webinar here ![]() ![]() Abstract: Four decades of conflict in Afghanistan have destroyed or severely damaged much of the infrastructure in Afghanistan, particularly in rural areas. This coupled with changes in climate, has critically positioned Afghanistan as one of the most vulnerable countries to climate hazards in South Asia, with an increased number of floods and drought events. According to the Global Adaptation Index (ND-GAIN), Afghanistan is ranked 176th (out of 181 countries) with respect to vulnerability and ability to cope with climate change. Factors including the poor state of infrastructure, the burden of environmental and climate stressors, high levels of poverty, lack of livelihood and income-generating opportunities have led to increased climate-related conflict and migration. Despite limited financial resources and little adaptive capacity to effectively manage the impacts of climate change, the government in partnership with international organizations, had started different initiatives to cope with these climate-generated problems. Haseeb Payab, former Deputy Director General of Plan, Policy and Monitoring at the National Environmental Protection Agency of Afghanistan will discuss these issues, challenges, initiatives and opportunities in this seminar.CCRUN hosts a monthly series featuring researchers and practitioners from around the region and country all of whom have new ideas on how to promote resilient, livable, and sustainable cities. The talks focus on urban solutions to global problems associated with increasing temperature and sea level rise, precipitation variability and greenhouse gas emissions. CCRUN is interested in spurring dialogue on the implications of such changes on the complex infrastructure of intensely developed landscapes, and on the health, well-being, and vulnerability of the people who live in them. Bio(s): Dr. Ahmad Haseeb PAYAB has received his PhD from Eastern Mediterranean University, North Cyprus in 2018. He has over 12 years of work experience with international donors and public organizations in program and project development and management; sustainable development; strategic planning; policy development; teaching and research. Areas of expertise and research interests include water-food-energy nexus, hydro-economic modeling, hydro-climatology, water resources assessment and management, climate change vulnerability and adaptation, drought monitoring, planning and management, groundwater development and management and virtual water and water footprint analysis. He has published several peer-reviewed articles in refereed journals and in international conferences and regularly reviews articles for several international journals. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Recordings of the Green Infrastructure, Climate, and Cities CCRUN Seminar Series can be found on the CCRUN website ![]() |
Title: | Optimizing Single-Sensor Satellite Ocean Color Data for Nearshore Reefs and Tropical Coastal Waters: Two Case Studies |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Erick Geiger, NOAA Coral Reef Watch |
Date & Time: | 4 May 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Optimizing Single-Sensor Satellite Ocean Color Data for Nearshore Reefs and Tropical Coastal Waters: Two Case Studies Presenter(s): Erick Geiger, NOAA Coral Reef Watch Sponsor(s): NOAA Ocean Color Coordinating Group (NOCCG) Seminar Contact(s): Merrie.Neely@noaa.gov Abstract: Moderate resolution (hundreds of meters to a few kilometers) satellite ocean color data are underutilized for monitoring water quality in coastal environments due to frequent data gaps from clouds and algorithm complexities in shallow waters. Commonly used data aggregation methods potentially smooth out small-scale variability with ecological importance. Here, we demonstrate an integrated spatiotemporal data aggregating scheme using Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) data at coral reef locations in Maui, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. Bio(s): Erick Geiger comes from a background in satellite remote sensing, algorithm development, and modeling coastal ocean processes in the Mid-Atlantic region. Erick is currently employed as a Faculty Specialist at the University of Maryland Earth System Science Interdisciplinary Center working as a developer and support scientist for NOAA's Coral Reef Watch program. Slides, Recordings Other Materials: available 24-48 hours following the seminar at this link: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars_NOCCG.php Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars.php |
Title: | VAWS: High-resolution forecasting of wildfire activity and smoke: The High-Resolution Rapid Refresh (HRRR) model |
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Presenter(s): | Eric James, NOAA Global Systems Laboratory |
Date & Time: | 4 May 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: VAWS: High-resolution forecasting of wildfire activity and smoke: The High-Resolution Rapid Refresh (HRRR) model Presenter(s): Eric James, NOAA Global Systems Laboratory Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contact(s): Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu), & Danielle Meeker (demeeker@alaska.edu) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/vaws-may-2022/ ![]() Abstract: Beginning with the implementation of the latest version in Dec 2020, NOAA's High-Resolution Rapid Refresh (HRRR) model now includes operational prediction of smoke from wildfires. The model simulates smoke from wildland fires in real time with 3-km grid spacing over CONUS and Alaska domains. The modeling system estimates biomass burning emissions and simulates fire plume rise in an inline mode by using the fire radiative power data from the VIIRS (onboard S-NPP and NOAA-20) and MODIS (Terra and Aqua) satellite instruments. The model includes the direct feedback of smoke on radiation, as well as the impact of smoke on near-surface visibility. In this presentation, we describe the model configuration, and show results from retrospective simulations during recent years. We also describe recent work to develop a novel fire weather index, referred to as the Hourly Wildfire Potential (HWP), which is intended for application to a convection-allowing model like the HRRR. The HRRR's ability to represent convective storms and their outflows, as well as its treatment of land surface processes within the RUC Land Surface Model, allows for forecasts of wildfire activity in the next 1-2 days. The HWP index is able to capture a portion of the weather-related variability in fire behavior, in particular the changes in activity related to synoptic and mesoscale wind events, as well as rainfall and snowfall. Comparison with existing fire weather indices illustrates the ability of the HWP index to highlight fire weather conditions and rapidly-changing fire weather. Real-time HWP index forecasts are now being produced for CONUS and Alaska based on the operational HRRR, and for North America based on the experimental Rapid Refresh Forecast System (RRFS), slated to replace the HRRR in operations in several years. This development also paves the way for improved prediction of wildfire smoke emissions in the coming hours and days. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Baleen whale prey consumption, ecosystem services, and conservation in the Anthropocene |
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Presenter(s): | Matthew Savoca, Ph.D., Postdoctoral Scholar, Hopkins Marine Station, Stanford University; Elliott Hazen, PhD, Researcher on foraging ecology, NOAA's SWFSC |
Date & Time: | 4 May 2022
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Please share with anyone (NOAA or not) who might be interested; thanks. Title: Baleen whale prey consumption, ecosystem services, and conservation in the Anthropocene Presenter(s): Matthew Savoca , Ph.D., Postdoctoral Scholar, Hopkins Marine Station, Stanford University; Elliott Hazen, PhD, Researcher on foraging ecology, NOAA's SWFSC Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) Science Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Varis.Ransi@noaa.gov, co-coordinator NOAA NOS Science Seminar Series Remote Access: The seminar is over but you can see the recording here: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/p8dfswwdtilp/ You may enter the webinar via a browser or the Adobe Connect app. If you enter via a browser, PC/Windows users should use Chrome or Edge browsers and Mac users should use Safari or Chrome. Do not use the IE browser.If you want to enter via the Adobe Connect app you must download it ahead of time. 1. If you have downloaded and used Adobe Connect recently, you do not need to download it but you can test it here ![]() 2. If you have NOT used Adobe Connect, you must download Adobe connect ahead of time to use it, and your IT staff may need to do it. The download info is here ![]() ![]() 3. After downloading and testing Adobe Connect, register at link above. Attendees are muted during the webinar and audio is over the computer, so adjust the volume on your computer speakers or headset. Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: Baleen whales are ecosystems engineers through immense prey consumption and nutrient recycling. It is difficult to accurately gauge the magnitude of their current or historic ecosystem role without quantifying feeding rates and estimating prey consumed. Here, we used high-resolution tags deployed on seven baleen whale species in conjunction with acoustic measurements of prey density to calculate daily prey consumption from the Atlantic, Pacific, and Southern Oceans. Prior to industrial whaling, larger whale populations may have supported higher productivity through enhanced nutrient recycling. Rebuilding marine ecosystems is key to restoring the carbon benefits and nutrient recycling services of whales. Baleen whale recovery is hampered by multiple stressors including climate change, ship strikes, and entanglement in fishing gear. New approaches have led to improved assessments of these threats and tools to minimize their impacts, providing a roadmap for whale conservation in the 21st century. Bio(s): Speaker 1: Matthew Savoca is an ecosystem ecologist who researches anthropogenic change in marine systems. Matthew is currently a National Science Foundation postdoctoral research fellow at the Hopkins Marine Station of Stanford University. He is also a visiting researcher at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History in Washington, DC. Matthew received his PhD in Ecology at the University of California, Davis where his doctoral work focused on plastic ingestion by marine wildlife. After completing his Ph.D., Matthew worked with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration as a California Sea Grant Fellow. In addition to his research, he is also passionate about his foster dogs, photography, and popular science writing. Speaker 2: Elliott Hazen is a quantitative ecologist with NOAA's SWFSC who researches predator-prey interactions, applied ecology, and climate change effects on marine ecosystems. Elliott also holds adjunct positions with UC Santa Cruz and Stanford's Hopkins Marine Station. Elliott received his PhD in Ecology at Duke University where his doctoral work focused on oceanographic forcing of predator-prey interactions. In addition to his research, Elliott has two school-aged children and enjoys almost anything outdoors and on the water. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sent to all who registered. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Integrating methods to evaluate Chinook salmon bioenergetic costs during adult migration, holding, and spawning |
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Presenter(s): | Tracy Bowerman, Upper Columbia Salmon Recovery Board |
Date & Time: | 4 May 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Integrating methods to evaluate Chinook salmon bioenergetic costs during adult migration, holding, and spawning Presenter(s): Tracy Bowerman, Science Manager, Upper Columbia Salmon Recovery Board Sponsor(s): NOAA NMFS SWFSC Fisheries Ecology Division Seminar Contact(s): tanya.rogers@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://swfsc.webex. ![]() Abstract: Once salmon enter freshwater, they cease feeding and therefore have a fixed energy reserve with which to complete the remaining portion of their life cycle. Anthropogenic or climatic factors that alter energy demands during salmon migration and holding could lead to energetic depletion and subsequent mortality. To examine the effect of environmental and behavioral factors on energy use, we developed an individual-based bioenergetics model for adult Chinook salmon during upstream migration and holding. The model accounts for variations in individual migration rate, timing, and duration, and associated changes in energy use related to water temperature, fish size, and swim speed. We compared predictions of energetic costs based on two distinct bioenergetic functions (equations and associated parameters) available in the literature. Model results differed between the two functions, particularly regarding the effect of fish size and migration timing on energy use. However, both functions adequately estimated the average amount of energy used during each life stage and yielded similar patterns of overall energy use. Increased travel times were energetically costly to the point that individual fish with long travel times were more likely to run out of energy before spawning. Early migrants generally had longer travel times, whereas later migrants were more likely to encounter lethal temperatures in the migration corridor. This applied bioenergetics model allows for detailed evaluation of factors affecting energetic costs for migrating adult salmon and lead us to hypothesize that there is an optimal migration window for Chinook salmon that may shift as a result of climate change. Bio(s): Tracy has worked in river conservation for the past two decades. She earned a Ph.D. in Aquatic Ecology from Utah State University while studying bull trout population dynamics. Her postdoctoral research involved assessing factors affecting salmon prespawn mortality throughout the Pacific Coast and evaluating Chinook salmon migration behavior and energy use. She previously taught at Salish-Kootenai College in Montana and worked in natural resource outreach, education, and policy in Oregon's high desert. Tracy is the Science Manager for the Upper Columbia Salmon Recovery Board where she works to protect ESA-listed salmonids in north-central Washington. She loves exploring rivers and mountains with her husband and young daughter. Recordings: The talk will be recorded; link to recording available upon request. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars- |
Title: | La Nina Came to Eden: Bjerknes Meets Hitchcock |
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Presenter(s): | Michael J. McPhaden PhD, Senior Scientist, NOAA PMEL |
Date & Time: | 3 May 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: La Nina Came to Eden: Bjerknes Meets Hitchcock Presenter(s): Michael J. McPhaden PhD, Senior Scientist, NOAA PMEL Sponsor(s): NOAA NESDIS NCEI Science Seminars Seminar Contact(s): Hernan.Garcia@noaa.gov Remote Access: Please register at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2616709453480324109 ![]() After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Abstract: In July 1929, Dr Friedrich Ritter and his mistress Dore Strauch left their spouses and the turmoil of post-World War I Germany for the remote, uninhabited, and rugged volcanic island of Floreana in the Galapagos archipelago. Their dream was to live self-sufficiently in an idyllic tropical setting unspoiled by civilization. Yachts stopping at Floreana in the early 1930s after Ritter and Strauch established a homestead reported to the outside world on their pioneering enterprise. The news created a sensation that subsequently attracted other settlers to the island, one of whom, a mysterious Austrian faux baroness, vexed Ritter and Strauch to the point of open hostility. Not all the participants in this drama survived the experience of colonizing Floreana though. A prolonged drought that gripped the island from 1933 to 1935 led to food shortages and ultimately the death of Dr. Ritter, who unwittingly ate tainted chicken out of desperation. The bizarre intrigues, extraordinary adventures, and struggles to endure on Floreana were chronicled in Dore Strauch's 1936 memoir Satan Came to Eden and a 2013 Hollywood documentary based on it. A story that has not been told is how climate variability, and in particular an extended period of cold La Nia conditions in 1933-35, led to the drought that caused food shortages on the island. We will use reconstructed sea surface temperatures, an atmospheric reanalysis, and other data sources to describe the evolution of the 1933-35 La Nia and how it affected the human drama that unfolded on Floreana Island. This protracted La Nia event had impacts felt in other parts of the globe as well and in particular was a major influence on the development of the 1930s Dust Bowl in the southern plains of the United States. Bio(s): Dr. Michael McPhaden is a Senior Scientist at NOAA's Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory in Seattle, Washington. His research focuses on large-scale tropical ocean dynamics, ocean-atmosphere interactions, and the ocean's role in climate. He received a Ph.D. in Physical Oceanography from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography in 1980. For the past 40 years he has been involved in developing ocean observing systems for climate research and forecasting, most notably the Tropical Atmosphere Ocean (TAO) moored buoy array in the Pacific for studies of El Nio and the Southern Oscillation.Dr. McPhaden is a Past President of the American Geophysical Union (AGU), an organization of over 60,000 Earth and space scientists from 140 countries. He has published over 300 articles in the refereed scientific literature and is one of the most highly cited authors on the topic of El Nino. He is a Nansen Medalist of the European Geosciences Union, a Sverdrup Medalist of the American Meteorological Society (AMS) and a fellow of the Oceanography Society, the AMS and the AGU. For his contributions to assessments of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), he shared the Nobel Peace Prize in 2007 with Al Gore and other IPCC participants. Recording: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XAZN9TfEwWtt3QEnzHXcdFBMBeUAXzeC/view?usp=sharing ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Live from the NOAA Hurricane Awareness Tour! |
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Presenter(s): | Ken Graham, Dan Brown, Robbie Berg and John Cangialosi NHC/NWS and Hurricane Hunter Pilots and flight crew |
Date & Time: | 3 May 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Live from the NOAA Hurricane Awareness Tour! Part of the 2022 Hurricane Awareness Webinar Series Presenter(s): Ken Graham (Director, NHC/NWS), Dan Brown, Robbie Berg and John Cangialosi (Hurricane Specialists, NHC/NWS) and Hurricane Hunter Pilots and flight crew Sponsor(s): NOAA's Southeast and Caribbean Regional Team (SECART), 2022 Hurricane Awareness Webinar Series Seminar Contact(s): region.SECarib@noaa.gov, Geno Olmi SECART regional coordinator: Geno.Olmi@noaa.gov, Shirley Murillo webinar host: Shirley.Murillo@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3461867757842429968 ![]() Abstract: Join us to learn about how NOAA gathers data from inside the storm and why they do it. Hear from the Hurricane Hunter Pilots, Forecasters, and the Director of the NOAA's National Hurricane Center on the importance of data collection and how the forecasters use the data. Bio(s): Ken Graham (Director, NHC/NWS), Dan Brown, Robbie Berg and John Cangialosi (Hurricane Specialists, NHC/NWS) and Hurricane Hunter Pilots and flight crew Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Recording will be made available shortly after the webinar at: https://www.noaa.gov/regional-collaboration-network/regions-southeast-and-caribbean/2022-hurricane-awareness-webinars Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Prediction at Weeks 3 - 4 and Subseasonal to Seasonal (S2S) Timescales, May 2022: Understanding Predictability of Daily Southeast US Precipitation using Explainable Machine Learning, and Recent Enhancements to METplus for Weeks 3-4 Evaluation and Diagnostics |
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Presenter(s): | Kathleen Pegion, George Mason University, and Tara Jensen, NCAR and Developmental Testbed Center |
Date & Time: | 2 May 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Understanding Predictability of Daily Southeast US Precipitation using Explainable Machine Learning, and Recent Enhancements to METplus for Weeks 3-4 Evaluation and Diagnostics Presenter(s): Dr. Kathleen Pegion, George Mason University; and Tara Jensen, NOAA/NCAR and Developmental Testbed Center Sponsor(s): NOAA OAR Weather Program Office S2S Program; and NOAA NWS Office of Science and Technology, Integration Modeling Program Division Seminar Contacts: Karen Keith, karen.keith@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7565260545208412430 ![]() Abstract: This monthly webinar series was created to share ongoing work within NWS and OAR at the Weeks 3-4 and S2S timescales. We would like to foster a relaxed, informal dialogue among forecasters, modelers and researchers. This month, Dr. Kathleen Pegion will speak about "Understanding Predictability of Daily Southeast US Precipitation using Explainable Machine Learning." Tara Jensen will speak about "Recent Enhancements to METplus for Weeks 3-4 Evaluation and Diagnostics." Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Available on the Weeks 3-4/S2S Webinar Series website: https://vlab.noaa.gov/web/weeks-3-4-s2s-webinar-series Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Modeling the recolonizing gray wolf population in Washington State: challenges and outcomes |
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Presenter(s): | Sarah Converse, Unit Leader, USGS Washington Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, Associate Professor, University of Washington |
Date & Time: | 28 April 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Modeling the recolonizing gray wolf population in Washington State: challenges and outcomes Presenter(s): Sarah Converse, Unit Leader, USGS Washington Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, Associate Professor, University of Washington Sponsor(s): NOAA Northwest Fisheries Science Center, NWFSC Monster Seminar Jam website Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: JOIN VIA WEBINAR Join WebEx meeting ![]() Meeting password: QKdp3p4SMe6JOIN BY PHONE +1-415-527-5035 US Toll Global call-in numbers https://noaanmfs-meets.webex ![]() Abstract: Modeling a recolonizing population involves challenges that existing tools are poorly adapted to address. Integrated population models (IPMs) support the development of more accurate and precise population models, but existing structures are not appropriate for dealing with detailed movement processes. Individual-based models are useful for capturing detailed movement processes, but traditional applications are data hungry and frequently don't deal well with uncertainty. To model the recolonizing gray wolf (Canis lupus) population in Washington, we developed a novel approach that integrates aspects of IPMs and IBMs to handle the spatially explicit recolonization process alongside demographic processes. The model consists of an IPM over the data period (2009"2020), and a combination of a demographic projection model and individual-based movement model over the projection period (2021 2070). Our results indicate that, absent major changes in the dynamics of the system, the wolf population is likely to meet state-determined recovery goals within the next 10 to 20 years, with wolf populations spreading to the southern Cascades and coastal portions of Washington within that time. Describing the movement process is challenging, but our findings regarding recovery were robust under several different models of movement. This work will support the State of Washington's Periodic Status Review for wolves in the coming months. Our framework also underscores the power of data integration for addressing complex population modeling challenges that cut across aquatic and terrestrial systems. Bio(s): Sarah J. Converse is the Unit Leader of the Washington Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, and an Associate Professor in the School of Environmental and Forest Sciences (SEFS) and the School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences (SAFS) at the University of Washington in Seattle. Her research focuses on the development and application of methods to understand the functioning of populations and to improve their management. She works across a broad variety of taxa: terrestrial birds, seabirds, marine and terrestrial mammals, amphibians, fishes, and more. Her research projects reflect two primary themes: (1) development and application of quantitative methods in population ecology, particularly for small and declining populations; and (2) development and application of decision-analytic methods to inform management of populations. Sarah collaborates extensively with managers in federal and state agencies, particularly in Washington and the Pacific Northwest. She also works internationally, with current research projects located in Europe, New Zealand, French Polynesia, and the Arctic. She also advises graduate students and post-doctoral research associates at the University of Washington. Sarah has a B.S. from Michigan State University, a M.S. from University of Nebraska, and a Ph.D. from Colorado State University. You can learn more about Sarah's work at: https://depts.washington.edu/qcons/..com/noaanmfs-meets/globalcallin.php?MTID=m3142650430de6a3cadba4efb1ef4af96 ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | The Geographic Approach to Our Ocean, Our Future |
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Presenter(s): | Dawn Wright, PhD, Chief Scientist, Environmental Systems Research Institute |
Date & Time: | 28 April 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The Geographic Approach to Our Ocean, Our Future Presenter(s): Dawn Wright, PhD, Chief Scientist, Environmental Systems Research Institute (aka Esri), from our headquarters in Redlands, CA Sponsor(s): NOAA Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping programSeminar Contacts4(s): IOCM host amber.butler@noaa.gov, Speaker DWright@esri.com Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1294023352707147277 ![]() Abstract: Dawn Wright briefly lays out the case for a geographic approach for bringing the importance of the ocean front-and-center in the minds of policy-makers and the public, for making the critical intersection between ocean mapping and climate, and all within the context of the very-important UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development. Included are descriptions of new geospatial applications with end-to-end capability, from creating content to high-end modeling and novel analytics to effective science communication back to communities. This is especially the communities who truly understand that the ocean is not too big to fail or fix. Our very future depends upon it. Bio(s): After 17 years as a professor of geography and oceanography at Oregon State University, Dr. DawnWright was appointed in October 2011 as Chief Scientist of the Environmental Systems Research Institute (aka Esri), a world-leading GIS software, services and spatial data science company. In this role, Dawn works directly with the CEO on strengthening the scientific foundation for Esri software and services, while also representing Esri to the international scientific community. She maintains an affiliated faculty appointment at OSU.In 1991 Dawn became the first Black female to dive to the deep ocean floor in a research submersible. In June 2022 she will become the first Black person to dive to Challenger Deep, thanks to Victor Vescovo and his Caladan Oceanic crew. In April 2021 Dawn was elected to both the National Academy of Sciences and the American Academy of Arts & Sciences. She has also served on many advisory boards including theNOAA and EPA Science Advisory Boards. Dawn holds a Ph.D. in Physical Geography and Marine Geology from UCSB, an M.S. in Oceanography fromTexas A&M,and a B.S. in Geology from Wheaton College (Illinois). She enjoys road cycling, 18th-century pirates, her golden retrieverRiley, and SpongeBob Squarepants. Follow her on Twitter @deepseadawn. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Summary materials will be emailed out after the seminar. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Using Regulatory Data to Inform Marine Spatial Planning Efforts |
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Presenter(s): | Deirdre Brannigan, ProtectedSeas |
Date & Time: | 28 April 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Using Regulatory Data to Inform Marine Spatial Planning Efforts Presenter(s): Deirdre Brannigan, ProtectedSeas Sponsor(s): NOAA National MPA Center and OCTO Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3084128337728440847 ![]() Abstract: Being able to access rules and regulations in marine protected areas (MPAs) is critical to understanding which MPAs or OECM (other effective conservation measures) have restrictions in place to meet conservation goals. The ProtectedSeas Navigator mapping project is a one-stop resource for policymakers to find out where MPAs are located as well as discover the existing regulations and evaluate their various levels of protection. This regulations-based tool can be used to inform protection analyses and aid in forecasting other areas that need protection. Currently ProtectedSeas has data for over 15,500 MPAs in more than 106 countries "the only place this comprehensive repository of information and data exists. ProtectedSeas is in a formal public-private partnership with the US NOAA MPA Center. This webinar will be of special interest to MPA managers, resource protection staff, policy makers, scientists, and the conservation community who are interested in assessing ocean conservation regulations and protection metrics. Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find them here (https://marineprotectedareas.noaa.gov/resources/webinars/archive.html) Seminar POC for questions: Zac Cannizzo, zac.cannizzo@noaa.gov Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. See https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.php |
Title: | Studies of Brown Carbon Particles from Wildfire Smoke |
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Presenter(s): | Rodney Weber, Georgia Tech |
Date & Time: | 28 April 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
Location: | Virtual |
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NOAAScience Seminar Series Title: Studies of Brown Carbon Particles from Wildfire Smoke NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series Presenter(s): Rodney Weber, Georgia Tech Sponsor(s): NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory. Seminar Contact(s): caroline.womack@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8601672300705953547 ![]() Abstract: The contribution of smoke from wildfires is having an increasing influence on air quality and climate. One component of these fires are organic aerosol particles that preferentially absorb light at the lower end of the visible spectrum, leading to the name brown carbon (BrC). As more studies have focused on BrC formation and evolution in smoke from fires, the picture is becoming more complex. In this talk I will discuss the results from our studies of BrC in the NASA FIREX-AQ mission, comparing methods for measuring BrC and the evolution of BrC close to the fires and at some distance. These results will be compared to other studies of BrC aging. Bio(s): Dr. Rodney Weber ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: https://csl.noaa.gov/seminars/2022,contingent on speaker approval. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Sendan e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.govwith the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAAScience Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome yoursuggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Biological consequences of a changing climate on pre-recruit life-stages of northeast U.S. finfish: effects of CO2 and thermal environments |
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Presenter(s): | Chris Chambers, NOAA/NMFS Northeast Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 28 April 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Biological consequences of a changing climate on pre-recruit life-stages of northeast U.S. finfish: effects of CO2 and thermal environments Presenter(s): Chris Chambers, NOAA/NMFS Northeast Fisheries Science Center Sponsor(s): U.S. Northeast Climate-Fisheries Seminar Series; coordinator is Vincent.Saba@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://meet.google.com/paw-jhrb-nzr ![]() Abstract: TBD Bio(s): TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the OneNOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. |
Title: | Precipitation trends in the Northeast and links with Drought |
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Presenter(s): | Samantha Borisoff, Climatologist with the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell University; Matt Barlow, University of Masachusetts Lowell; and Laurie Agel, University of Massachusetts Lowell |
Date & Time: | 28 April 2022
9:30 am - 10:30 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NOAA Eastern Region Climate Services Webinar/Precipitation trends in the Northeast and links with Drought Presenter(s): Samantha Borisoff, Climatologist with the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell University; Matt Barlow, University of Massachusetts Lowell; and Laurie Agel, University of Massachusetts Lowell Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service/National Centers for Environmental Information/Regional Climate Services. Seminar Contact(s): Ellen Mecray Remote Access: Please register here ![]() Abstract: The webinar will feature a recap of April conditions and Matt Barlow and Laurie Agel will brief on their research connecting precipitation trends in the northeast with drought conditions. Bio(s): TBD Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: If interested in obtaining a PDF of the slides and/or the recording, see the Northeast Regional Climate Center ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Discover NOAA Resource Collections: Ocean Sound and Whales |
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Presenter(s): | Claire Fackler and Chloe McKenna, NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries |
Date & Time: | 26 April 2022
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET |
Location: | Remote Access Only |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Discover NOAA Resource Collections: Ocean Sound and Whales Presenter(s): Claire Fackler and Chloe McKenna, NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar contact: Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2307347562982045712 ![]() Abstract: As part of the NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries 50th anniversary campaign, we have been launching a new robust resource collection each month. Explore each collection of NOAA videos, lesson plans, webinars, web stories, virtual reality, and much more. In this new era of ocean conservation, we encourage formal and informal educators and other interested people to take advantage of the robust educational materials available in each topically-based collection. During this webinar, we will be focusing on Ocean Sound and Impact of Noise and the Whales Resource Collections. More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Cetacean distribution in the Gulf of Alaska: Preliminary results from the 2021 PacMAPPS survey |
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Presenter(s): | Kim Goetz & Alex Zerbini, Alaska Fisheries Science Center Marine Mammal Laboratory |
Date & Time: | 26 April 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Cetacean distribution in the Gulf of Alaska: Preliminary results from the 2021 PacMAPPS survey Presenter(s): Kim Goetz & Alex Zerbini, Alaska Fisheries Science Center Marine Mammal Laboratory Sponsor(s): AFSC 2022 Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Abigail McCarthy, abigail.mccarthy@noaa.gov;Pearl Rojas, pearl.rojas@noaa.gov Remote Access: Join by computer at:https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m1ed0abf6ef8744f2d5a296f2450c2e6f ![]() Abstract: The Gulf of Alaska provides important habitat for many endangered marine mammal species and is also an area of high anthropogenic activity. Despite this, very few large scale marine mammal surveys have occurred, and abundance estimates are outdated for several key species. To address this, the US Navy-funded Pacific Marine Assessment Program for Protected Species (PacMAPPS) survey was conducted by the Marine Mammal Laboratory (MML/AFSC) in the northern Gulf of Alaska from 1 to 26 August 2021to obtain information on the distribution, density, and abundance of marine mammals. The survey area was split into two strata: coastal (30 m to 500 m depth) and slope (500 m to 4000 m depth). The survey followed distance sampling methods and marine mammal search, detection, and identification were conducted by two independent platforms using 25x big eye binoculars. Real-time passive acoustic monitoring was conducted via sonobuoys deployed approximately every 30nm. Finally, oceanographic data (via an underway water sampling system), daily CTDs, and prey data (via EK80) were collected. A total of 2,592 km of tracklines were surveyed, and 667 marine mammal sightings were documented (including duplicates and possible resights). The two most commonly documented large whale species were humpback (Megaptera novaeangliae) and fin (Balaenopteraphysalus) whales, with 137 and 98 sightings, respectively. Humpback, gray (Eschrichtius robustus), and North Pacific right (Eubalaena japonica) whales were only sighted in the coastal strata. Killer whales (Orcinus orca),identified to ecotype, were distributed throughout the survey area, while sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) were sighted only in deep (>400 m)water. Dall's porpoise (Phocoenoides dalli) were the most commonly sighted small cetacean (111 sightings). Four critically endangered North Pacific right whales (NPRW) were sighted, the most seen in any survey in the Gulf of Alaska. Two whales were matched to known individuals in the MML/AFSCNPRW catalog, and two were confirmed new animals; none were matched to animals from the Bering Sea. A total of 110 sonobuoys were deployed (96 successful),for over 133 hours of acoustic monitoring. Results were in good agreement with visual sightings; primary species detected include fin, sperm, killer, humpback, and North Pacific right whales. Seismic air guns were detected on 47%of sonobuoys, including in the far northeast corner of the survey area (activities occurring in lower Cook Inlet, AK). Estimates of cetacean abundance and of detection probability on the trackline (g[0]) is currently being computed. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAAScience Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Pacific Northwest Drought Early Warning System Drought & Climate Outlook Webinar |
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Presenter(s): | Zach Hoylman, Montana Climate Office; Henry Pai, Northwest River Forecast Center; Kim Hall, The Nature Conservancy; Ann Schwend, Montana Department of Natural Resources |
Date & Time: | 25 April 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Pacific Northwest Drought Early Warning System Drought & Climate Outlook Webinar Presenter(s): Climate Recap & Current Conditions Zach Hoylman | Montana Climate Office Seasonal Conditions & Climate Outlook Henry Pai | Northwest River Forecast Center Linking Drought Drivers to Response Strategies: A Montana Application of the EcoDIVA Tool Kim Hall | The Nature Conservancy Ann Schwend | Montana Department of Natural Resources Seminar Contact(s): Britt Parker (britt.parker@noaa.gov) Abstract: According to the April 5, 2022 U.S. Drought Monitor, 70.7% of the Pacific Northwest Drought Early Warning System (DEWS) is in drought, with 23.3% of the region in Extreme/Exceptional Drought (D3/D4). While water availability in some areas of Washington and Idaho has improved over the winter months, much of southern and eastern Oregon and portions of Idaho recorded their driest 3-month January-March on record. This webinar will provide more information on the current conditions and outlooks, as well as a presentation on "Linking Drought Drivers to Response Strategies: A Montana Application of the EcoDIVA Tool." These webinars provide the region's stakeholders and interested parties with timely information on current and developing drought conditions, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. Speakers will also discuss the impacts of these conditions on things such as wildfires, floods, disruption to water supply and ecosystems, as well as impacts to affected industries like agriculture, tourism, and public health. Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/240389945145505803 ![]() Recordings: Yes, you can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Texas Drought Status Webinar |
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Presenter(s): | Victor Murphy, NOAA National Weather Service Southern Region Climate and COOP Services program manager, John Nielsen-Gammon, Texas State Climatologist |
Date & Time: | 24 April 2022
2:00 am - 3:00 am ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Texas Drought Status Webinar Presenter(s):
Seminar Contact(s): Joel Lisonbee (joel.lisonbee@noaa.gov) Abstract: Drought in Texas has expanded and worsened during early 2022. The US Drought monitor shows nearly 50% (49.1%) of the state in extreme (D3) or exceptional (D4) drought, the highest percentage since February of 2012. Please join us as John Nielsen-Gammon, Texas State Climatologist, and Victor Murphy, with the National Weather Service, talk about current drought conditions, the long-range forecast, and the impact recent precipitation might have on drought conditions across the state. Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4709106469594731023 ![]() Recordings: Yes, you can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | April 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing |
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Presenter(s): | Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy |
Date & Time: | 22 April 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: April 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing Presenter(s): Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office, and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contact(s): Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/april2022-nws-briefing/ ![]() Abstract: We will review recent and current climate conditions around Alaska, review some forecast tools and finish up the Climate Prediction Center's forecast for May 2022 and the early summer season. Join the gathering online to learn what's happened and what may be in store with Alaska's seasonal climate. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Agent-based Models |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Paul Roebber, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee |
Date & Time: | 22 April 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | NWS - HQ - MDL Goto1 |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Roebber Lectures - Agent-based Models Presenter(s): Dr. Paul Roebber, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Seminar Contact(s): John Schattel (John.Schattel@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7751977408640408588 ![]() Abstract: The National Weather Service (NWS) has a long history of leveraging available data in support of weather forecasting efforts. These efforts are ongoing and with the advent of more advanced techniques (e.g., machine learning), the NWS is in the process of determining where and how to apply them. This series of four lectures is designed to provide some background on these techniques. No assumptions will be made regarding the statistical background of participants. The fourth lecture in this series will cover a modeling technique that is quite different from the methods traditionally used in the atmospheric sciences: agent-based modeling (ABM). ABMs are a form of computer simulation in which a system is governed by the interaction of individual agents which follow a set of local rules. The behavior of the system emerges from the collective behavior of the individual agents. Such models have a natural connection to human decision-making and the social sciences and in the decision support context of the NWS, such techniques can be used as a means for understanding the context in which users employ forecast information. This bottom-up interaction of multiple systems at multiple scales, with concomitant emergent properties, can allow for a deeper understanding of complex systems, such as the weather forecast and warning system employed by the NWS. In this lecture, we will discuss the general concept of ABMs and provide some examples. More information on the lecture series is available in the NOAA Virtual Lab. Bio(s): Dr. Roebber received his BSc in Meteorology from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, Canada in 1981. He earned a MS in Meteorology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, MA in 1983. In 1991, Dr. Roebber returned to McGill University where he completed his PhD in meteorology. Dr. Roebber's research interests include the following:
Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides will be shared after the webinar with all who register, or a link where they can be found. Recording will be shared after the webinar with all who register, or a link where they can be found, or a contact for the recording. Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | The Connections Between Deep-sea Mining, the Monuments and Fisheries |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Jeff Drazen, Professor, Department of Oceanography, UH Mnoa |
Date & Time: | 21 April 2022
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET |
Location: | Remote Access Only |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The Connections Between Deep-sea Mining, the Monuments and Fisheries Presenter(s): Dr. Jeff Drazen, Professor, Department of Oceanography, UH Mnoa Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar contact: Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3913124920171214859 ![]() Abstract: The need for metals, particularly for batteries as we move away from a carbon-based energy sector, has renewed interest in deep-sea mining. On the high seas, twenty-seven global mining exploration licenses covering over 1.5 million km2 of seafloor have been granted by the International Seabed Authority. There are significant risks from these activities to both seafloor and midwater ecosystems over potentially very large areas. Dr. Drazen will outline the potential risks to biodiversity, carbon cycling and particularly fisheries, sharing what we know and don't yet understand. He will discuss the potential of US Pacific Monuments for conserving biodiversity and deep-sea ecosystem health in the face of the developing mining industry.This presentation is part of the Third Thursday By the Bay Presentation Series at Mokuppapa Discovery Center, which is the visitor center for Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument in Hilo, Hawaii. This State of the Monument lecture series is also supported by the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation through a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | ENSO, IOD, and the Indonesian Throughflow: interactions and future projections |
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Presenter(s): | Agus Santoso, PhD, Senior Research Scientist, UNSW Climate Change Research Centre, Sydney Australia, and the University of New South Wales, Australia |
Date & Time: | 21 April 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar, OAR - AOML - Happenings Calendar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: ENSO, IOD, and the Indonesian Throughflow: interactions and future projections Presenter(s): Dr. Agus Santoso, Senior Research Scientist, UNSW Climate Change Research Centre, Sydney Australia, and the University of New South Wales, Australia Sponsor(s): NOAA/Atlantic Oceanographic & Meteorological Laboratories (AOML) Seminar Contact(s): Matthieu Henaff; matthieu.lehenaff@noaa.gov Remote Access: Please join meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.https://meet.goto.com/601854613 ![]() You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (408) 650-3123 Access Code: 601-854-613 New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: ![]() ![]() ![]() Abstract: The Indo-Pacific region is a major component of the global climate system, hosting some of the most dominant sources of climate variability on the planet, the El Nio Southern Oscillation (ENSO) and the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD). The tropical Pacific and Indian Oceans, where ENSO and IOD are respectively sourced, are linked through the atmosphere and oceanic pathway called the Indonesian Throughflow (ITF). Flowing from the Pacific to the Indian Ocean through the Indonesian archipelago, the ITF is influenced by ENSO and IOD through variations in the Walker Circulation that alter upper-ocean heat content and thus pressure gradient across the maritime continent. Changes in the ITF influence heat and freshwater balance in the Indo-Pacific region that is important for climate. Given the significant global-scale environmental and socio-economic impact of ENSO and IOD, it is critical to understand how ENSO, IOD, and their link to the ITF respond to greenhouse forcing which is expected to increase into the future. This presentation will discuss future projections of ENSO and IOD, as well as the impact on the ITF and its representation in climate models used for future projections. A pertinent finding is that ENSO and IOD variability is overall projected to increase, although inter-model spread is large. Determining the implication on ITF requires a consideration of the vertical structure of ITF transport. Bio(s): Dr. Agus Santoso is a senior research scientist at the UNSW Climate Change Research Centre in Sydney Australia, and an adjunct science leader at the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO). He received a PhD in physical oceanography from UNSW School of Mathematics in 2006, with research interests in tropical climate variability and global thermohaline circulation. He co-leads a project at the Centre for Southern Hemisphere Oceans Research (CSHOR) investigating the dynamics of the El Nio Southern Oscillation and Indian Ocean Dipole. He is an editor for Journal of Climate and has served in the WCRP CLIVAR Pacific Regional Panel. Recordings: https://www.youtube.com/user/phodaoml ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook |
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Presenter(s): | Dennis Todey, USDA Midwest Climate Hub |
Date & Time: | 21 April 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook Presenter(s): Dennis Todey | USDA Midwest Climate Hub Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, USDA Midwest Climate Hub, National Drought Mitigation Center, American Association of State Climatologists, National Weather Service Seminar Contacts: Doug Kluck (doug.kluck@noaa.gov), Britt Parker (britt.parker@noaa.gov) or Molly Woloszyn (Molly.Woloszyn@noaa.gov) Abstract: The focus area for this webinar series is the North Central region of the U.S. (from the Rockies to the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley). These free monthly webinars provide and interpret timely information on current climate and drought conditions, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. April 2022 topics include drought changes and longer term impacts including continued risk for drought mainly west of the Missouri River and wildfire updates; recent and potential climate/weather impacts including but not limited to continuing La Nia and what it could mean for the region, soil moisture update and recharge outlook (both too wet and too dry), Great Lakes & riverine conditions, and mountain snow pack and accumulations for the year; and the latest trends and outlooks for precipitation, temperature through spring and summer (2 weeks to 6 months), and potential late freeze implications across the region (if any). Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7528179497868100876 ![]() Recordings: You can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Explaining within-population variation in lifetime success: good traits, good luck, or good timing? |
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Presenter(s): | Asbjrn Vllestad, University of Oslo |
Date & Time: | 21 April 2022
1:45 pm - 2:45 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Understanding local adaptation in a salmonid fish: the European grayling, Thymallus thymallus Presenter(s): Asbjrn Vllestad, University of Oslo Sponsor(s): NOAA Northwest Fisheries Science Center, NWFSC Monster Seminar Jam website Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: JOIN VIA WEBINAR Join WebEx meeting ![]() Meeting password: QKdp3p4SMe6JOIN BY PHONE +1-415-527-5035 US Toll Global call-in numbers https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/globalcallin.php?MTID=m3142650430de6a3cadba4efb1ef4af96 ![]() Abstract: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | 3rd Annual NOAA Hurricane Preparedness Summit - Session 3 |
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Presenter(s): | Multiple presenters from across NOAA and partner agencies including CAPT Christian Rathke, NOAA OMAO Office of Health Services; and Cody Fritz, NOAA National Hurricane Center |
Date & Time: | 21 April 2022
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: 3rd Annual NOAA Hurricane Preparedness Summit - Session 3 - Tools Presenter(s): Multiple presenters from across NOAA and partner agencies including CAPT Christian Rathke, NOAA OMAO Office of Health Services; and Cody Fritz, NOAA National Hurricane Center. Sponsor(s): NOAA Disaster Preparedness Program serves as the lead sponsor with University of New Hampshire's Coastal Response Research Center along with support from NOS, NWS, and the NOAA Homeland Security Program Office Seminar Contact(s): charlie.henry@noaa.gov or kathy.mandsager@unh.edu Remote Access: Register for this event at: https://crrc.unh.edu/nos-hurricane-summit-2022 ![]() Abstract: The NOAA Hurricane Preparedness Summit is a seminar series created to assist in making ready for the approaching hurricane season. The focus is on making ready the safety of our Personnel (our people), our Missions, and Infrastructure(what is commonly called PMI). New for 2022 will be a special evening session to better connect with staff and partners in the Pacific time zones.Day 1: Enhancing support of state and federal partners for the 2022 Hurricane Season by focusing on the readiness of NOAA's Personal (People), Mission and Infrastructure (PMI); Pacific Islands Session: Addressing the unique challenges to NOAA's Personal, Mission and Infrastructure in the Pacific Islands during Hurricane Season; and Day 2: Overview of key NOAA tools and resources available for use during the phases of hurricanes Bio(s): For the complete agenda & speaker descriptions, please use this link: https://crrc.unh.edu/nos-hurricane-summit-2022 ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides and recordings will be available with the agenda link after the workshop. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Dead Giveaway: Rising mortality rates suggest effectiveness of Lake Erie Grass Carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella) control |
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Presenter(s): | Kaitlen Lang, 2022 Knauss Fellow, NOAA/OAR, Office of the Assistant Administrator |
Date & Time: | 21 April 2022
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Dead Giveaway: Rising mortality rates suggest effectiveness of Lake Erie Grass Carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella) control (2022 Knauss Fellows' Lunch & Learn Series) Presenter(s): Kaitlen Lang, 2022 Knauss Fellow, NOAA/OAR, Office of the Assistant Administrator Sponsor(s): NOAA's Central Library (NCL), 2022 Knauss Fellows' Lunch & Learn Series Seminar Contact(s): Library Seminars Abstract: Invasive grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella) in the Laurentian Great Lakes may harm the Great Lakes ecology and economy. Multi-jurisdictional control efforts in Lake Erie are underway. However, the rarity and evasiveness of grass carp in a large, open ecosystem make it difficult to assess whether control is effective. I used three pieces of evidence " total catch (removals), effort, and mortality rates, to examine the effectiveness of grass carp control in the Lake Erie basin. My objectives were to 1) quantify the relationship between removals and effort 2) estimate ages for all grass carp captured in the Lake Erie basin from 2014-2021, 3) estimate annual mortality rates, and 4) describe the relationship between removals and mortality. This study showed that grass carp removal increased with effort and that mortality estimates increased after 2017, the year that grass carp control began. Taken together, my results suggest that control has had a measurable effect on Lake Erie basin grass carp. Keywords: Invasive species, Great Lakes, fisheries Bio(s): Kaitlen is a current Masters student at the University of Toledo. She is placed within the Office of the Assistant Administrator at NOAA's Oceanic and Atmospheric Research, where she works on stakeholder engagement in the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys roller-blading, baking roasted garlic and kalamata olive bread, and listening to podcasts. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | There and back again: Exploring how a sea anemone (genus Metridium) spread in cold temperate waters |
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Presenter(s): | Heather Glon, 2022 Knauss Fellow, NOAA/NMFS Office of Science & Technology |
Date & Time: | 21 April 2022
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar ONLY |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: There and back again: Exploring how a sea anemone (genus Metridium) spread in cold temperate waters (2022 Knauss Fellows' Lunch & Learn Series) Presenter(s): Heather Glon, 2022 Knauss Fellow, NOAA/NMFS Office of Science & Technology Sponsor(s): NOAA's Central Library (NCL), 2022 Knauss Fellows' Lunch & Learn Series Seminar Contact(s): Library Seminars Abstract: Plumose sea anemones (Metridium senile) are common members of hard-substrate communities in the northern temperate oceans. While populations can be heavily influenced by changes in climate, their ability to withstand temporary environmental extremes have enabled modern-day activities (e.g. marine transportation and the creation of artificial habitat) to influence their distribution. Within this talk I describe how I used sequence-capture genomic-level data to 1) explain the origins and dispersal history of Metridium senile and 2) explore the effects anthropogenic activities have had on their modern-day distribution, including non-native populations in the southern hemisphere. Keywords: sea anemone; biogeography; anthropogenic impact Bio(s): Heather recently completed her PhD in Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology with a graduate minor in public policy and management from The Ohio State University. Her Knauss placement is in the National Observer Program within NOAA Fisheries Office of Science and Technology. She obtained her MS in biology from Central Michigan University and has previously been a marine educator, seal rehabilitator, and member of TNC Ohio Board of Trustees. Outside of work she enjoys birding, scuba diving, and horseback riding. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | 3rd Annual NOAA Hurricane Preparedness Summit - Session 2 |
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Presenter(s): | Multiple presenters from across NOAA and partner agencies including CAPT Christian Rathke, NOAA OMAO Office of Health Services; and Cody Fritz, NOAA National Hurricane Center |
Date & Time: | 20 April 2022
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: 3rd Annual NOAA Hurricane Preparedness Summit - Session 2 - Pacific Island Session Presenter(s): Multiple presenters from across NOAA and partner agencies including CAPT Christian Rathke, NOAA OMAO Office of Health Services; and Cody Fritz, NOAA National Hurricane Center. Sponsor(s): NOAA Disaster Preparedness Program serves as the lead sponsor with University of New Hampshire's Coastal Response Research Center along with support from NOS, NWS, and the NOAA Homeland Security Program Office Seminar Contact(s): charlie.henry@noaa.gov or kathy.mandsager@unh.edu Remote Access: Register for this event at: https://crrc.unh.edu/nos-hurricane-summit-2022 ![]() Abstract: The NOAA Hurricane Preparedness Summit is a seminar series created to assist in making ready for the approaching hurricane season. The focus is on making ready the safety of our Personnel (our people), our Missions, and Infrastructure(what is commonly called PMI). New for 2022 will be a special evening session to better connect with staff and partners in the Pacific time zones.Day 1: Enhancing support of state and federal partners for the 2022 Hurricane Season by focusing on the readiness of NOAA's Personal (People), Mission and Infrastructure (PMI); Pacific Islands Session: Addressing the unique challenges to NOAA's Personal, Mission and Infrastructure in the Pacific Islands during Hurricane Season; and Day 2: Overview of key NOAA tools and resources available for use during the phases of hurricanes Bio(s): For the complete agenda & speaker descriptions, please use this link: https://crrc.unh.edu/nos-hurricane-summit-2022 ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides and recordings will be available with the agenda link after the workshop. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | VAWS: The NOAA VIIRS Active Fire Product |
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Presenter(s): | Ivan Csiszar, NOAA/NESDIS Center for Satellite Applications and Research |
Date & Time: | 20 April 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: VAWS: The NOAA VIIRS Active Fire Product Presenter(s): Ivan Csiszar, NOAA/NESDIS Center for Satellite Applications and Research Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contact(s): Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), Tina Buxbaum (tmbuxbaum@alaska.edu), & Danielle Meeker (demeeker@alaska.edu) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/vaws-april-2022/ ![]() Abstract: The Visible Infrared Imaging Spectroradiometer Suite (VIIRS) sensor on board the Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) series provides high quality radiometric measurements to enable detection and characterization of active fires. The current primary baseline NOAA operational product includes fire detection and fire radiative power (FRP) at 375m nadir resolution. VIIRS active fire data are generated globally by NOAA's ground system and the algorithm is also available to process direct broadcast data. The product has been used to detect and monitor fire occurrence, and to serve as input to various fire-related modeling applications. This seminar will include a summary of algorithm principles, the history of the evolution of the product, current status and plans for future improvements, and examples of key applications. Bio(s): Ivan Csiszar is the Branch Chief of the Environmental Monitoring Branch of the Satellite Meteorology and Climatology Division at NOAA/NESDIS Center for Satellite Applications and Research (STAR). His work has focused on land surface observations from environmental satellites, in particular active fire detection and characterization. Previously he led multiple research projects aimed at fire mapping, and evaluating fire products and impacts from the Advanced Very High Resolution Radiometer (AVHRR), the Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) and the GOES Imager. Currently he is responsible for the operational NOAA baseline fire products, focusing on JPSS Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) and GOES-R Advanced Baseline Imager (ABI) measurements and data from relevant partner satellite missions. He is also involved in activities aimed at applications of fire products in disaster and resource management through the NOAA Fire and Smoke Proving Ground Initiative. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Seasonal Ice and Changes in the Chukchi Sea: A Decade of Ice Draft Observations |
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Presenter(s): | Peggy Sullivan, University of Washington Cooperative Institute for Climate, Ocean, & Ecosystem Studies |
Date & Time: | 20 April 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Seasonal Ice and Changes in the Chukchi Sea: A Decade of Ice Draft Observations Presenter(s): Peggy Sullivan, University of Washington Cooperative Institute for Climate, Ocean, & Ecosystem Studies Sponsor(s): This seminar is part of NOAA's EcoFOCI bi-annual seminar series focused on the ecosystems of the North Pacific Ocean, Bering Sea and U.S. Arctic to improve understanding of ecosystem dynamics and applications of that understanding to the management of living marine resources. Since Oct 21, 1986, the seminar has provided an opportunity for research scientists and practitioners to meet, present, develop their ideas and provoke conversations on subjects pertaining to fisheries-oceanography or regional issues in Alaska's marine ecosystems, including the US Arctic. Visit the EcoFOCI webpage for more information, http://www.ecofoci.noaa.gov/. Seminar Contact(s): EcoFOCI Research Coordinator Heather Tabisola (heather.tabisola@noaa.gov) and EcoFOCI Zooplankton Ecologist Deana Crouser (deana.crouser@noaa.gov). Remote Access: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/891851101 ![]() You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (872) 240-3311 Access Code: 891-851-101 Accessibility: Abstract: Patterns of change in the Chukchi Sea seasonal ice zone near Icy Cape, Alaska are observed in years-long ice profiler data. Bio(s): Peggy is a research scientist at the University of Washington's Cooperative Institute for Climate, Ocean, & Ecosystem Studies working with NOAA/PMEL's EcoFOCI program. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Presentation slides may be requested directly from the speaker. This presentation may be recorded and if so, available on the NOAA PMEL YouTube Channel. Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | 3rd Annual NOAA Hurricane Preparedness Summit - Session 1 |
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Presenter(s): | Multiple presenters from across NOAA and partner agencies including CAPT Christian Rathke, NOAA OMAO Office of Health Services; and Cody Fritz, NOAA National Hurricane Center |
Date & Time: | 20 April 2022
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: 3rd Annual NOAA Hurricane Preparedness Summit - Session 1 Presenter(s): Multiple presenters from across NOAA and partner agencies including CAPT Christian Rathke, NOAA OMAO Office of Health Services, and Cody Fritz, NOAA National Hurricane Center. Sponsor(s): NOAA Disaster Preparedness Program serves as the lead sponsor with University of New Hampshire's Coastal Response Research Center along with support from NOS, NWS, and the NOAA Homeland Security Program Office Seminar Contact(s): charlie.henry@noaa.gov or kathy.mandsager@unh.edu Remote Access: Register for this event at: https://crrc.unh.edu/nos-hurricane-summit-2022 ![]() Abstract: The NOAA Hurricane Preparedness Summit is a seminar series created to assist in making ready for the approaching hurricane season. The focus is on making ready the safety of our Personnel (our people), our Missions, and Infrastructure(what is commonly called PMI). New for 2022 will be a special evening session to better connect with staff and partners in the Pacific time zones.Day 1: Enhancing support of state and federal partners for the 2022 Hurricane Season by focusing on the readiness of NOAA's Personal (People), Mission and Infrastructure (PMI); Pacific Islands Session: Addressing the unique challenges to NOAA's Personal, Mission and Infrastructure in the Pacific Islands during Hurricane Season; and Day 2: Overview of key NOAA tools and resources available for use during the phases of hurricanes Bio(s): For the complete agenda & speaker descriptions, please use this link: https://crrc.unh.edu/nos-hurricane-summit-2022 ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides and recordings will be available with the agenda link after the workshop. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Refining Techniques for High-Frequency Monitoring of Chlorophyll |
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Presenter(s): | Nikki Dix, GTM NERR, Nikki.Dix@dep.state.fl.us; Erik Smith, NIWB NERR, erik@baruch.sc.edu; Hannah Ramage, LSNERR, hannah.ramage@wisc.edu; Dwayne Porter, NERRS CDMO, dwayne.e.porter@gmail.com |
Date & Time: | 19 April 2022
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Refining Techniques for High-Frequency Monitoring of Chlorophyll Presenter(s):
Sponsor(s): This webinar is sponsored by the NERRS Science Collaborative Seminar Contact(s): Doug George (douglas.george@noaa.gov) or Nick Soberal (nsoberal@umich.edu) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4025257515277343502 ![]() Many estuaries across the country experience nutrient pollution and algal blooms, which degrade water quality for people and other aquatic life. Carefully tracking chlorophyll ' concentrations - a proxy for phytoplankton biomass - can help managers track the patterns and drivers of algal blooms and eutrophication in estuaries but, to date, technological barriers have limited monitoring to monthly measurements, which may not be enough to track plankton dynamics that fluctuate hourly. Last year, a catalyst project enabled 13 reserves nationwide to develop, test and share standardized protocols for using new YSI EXO Total Algae fluorometric sensors mounted on existing monitoring stations. In this webinar, team members will share how they: 1) assessed the performance of the new sensors; 2) identified sources of sensor interference and developed correction equations; and 3) created and shared tested protocols and recommendations for the Reserve System. Bio(s): Please visit here ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | 2022 Alaska River Break-up Preview |
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Presenter(s): | Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy; Crane Johnson, NOAA/NWS Alaska-Pacific River Forecast Center |
Date & Time: | 19 April 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: 2022 Alaska River Break-up Preview Presenter(s): Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy; Crane Johnson, NOAA/NWS Alaska-Pacific River Forecast Center Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contact(s): Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), Tina Buxbaum (tmbuxbaum@alaska.edu), & Danielle Meeker (demeeker@alaska.edu) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/2022-riverbreakup-webinar/ ![]() Abstract: There's a deep spring snowpack across Alaska as spring melt approaches. Crane Johnson with the NWS Alaska-Pacific River Forecast Center will review break-up basics and an overview of current conditions. ACCAP Alaska Climate Specialist Rick Thoman will provide the latest subseasonal outlooks that help inform the APRFC's official break-up outlook. Bio(s): Rick Thoman is the Alaska Climate Specialist at the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP). Rick Thoman is an expert in Alaska climate and weather. He produces reliable Alaska climate change information and graphics describing Alaska's changing environment. His work spans the bridge between climate modeling, Alaska communities and media. Crane Johnson is the Service Coordination Hydrologist for the NOAA/NWS Alaska-Pacific River Forecast Center (APRFC). Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Gulf of Alaska Fishing Communities and Climate Change Adaptation |
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Presenter(s): | Marysia Szymkowiak, NOAA/NMFS Alaska Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 19 April 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Gulf of Alaska Fishing Communities and Climate Change Adaptation Presenter(s): Marysia Szymkowiak, NOAA/NMFS Alaska Fisheries Science Center Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS AFSC 2022 Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Abigail McCarthy, abigail.mccarthy@noaa.gov; Pearl Rojas, pearl.rojas@noaa.gov Remote Access: Join by computer at:https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m1ed0abf6ef8744f2d5a296f2450c2e6f ![]() Abstract: Climate change is dramatically altering the marine ecosystem of the Gulf of Alaska with downturns in several valuable fisheries, decreasing fish sizes, changes in salmon run timing and strength, and algal and jellyfish blooms. At the forefront of these changes are fishermen whose livelihoods and overall well-being are adversely impacted. Economists and social scientists at NOAA Fisheries Alaska Fisheries Science Center are examining fleet dynamics, community impacts, and adaptation potential in Gulf of Alaska fishing communities associated with climate change as part of an interdisciplinary project called Gulf of Alaska Climate Integrated Modeling (GOA-CLIM). This presentation focuses on the research that is being conducted to understand the adaptation component of the project " what tools fishermen and fishing communities have and need to adapt to these new challenges. The presentation demonstrates the interdisciplinary and multi-faceted approach to conducting this research and preliminary findings about the intersection of science, communication, and decision-making around climate change. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Utilizing NUCAPS for Supplemental Observations in a Convective Environment |
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Presenter(s): | Kaitlin Rutt, Meteorologist, National Weather Service Forecast Office, Amarillo, TX |
Date & Time: | 18 April 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Utilizing NUCAPS for Supplemental Observations in a Convective EnvironmentBriefer: Kaitlin Rutt, Meteorologist, National Weather Service Forecast Office. 1900 English Rd. Amarillo, TX 79108 Sponsor(s): NOAA JPSS Program Seminar Contact(s): Bill Sjoberg (bill.sjoberg@noaa.gov) Remote Access: Google Meet Link: meet.google.com/ric-pwji-fxv ![]() Abstract: Satellites can provide additional observations during convective operations and potentially fill gaps where sometimes models are the best guess. Satellite products are another form of observations from space, which give another viewpoint on storm initiation, strength, intensity and other various components. In addition, satellites have the capability to create an atmospheric profile (NUCAPS) similar to radiosonde observed soundings. Observed soundings are limited in area and time, so models tend to fill that gap. This presentation presents a few case examples of how satellite products, including NUCAPS, provide additional observations and verification into the convective environment and higher resolution models. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | (1) Recent advances in the satellite monitoring of Sargassum and (2) Characterizing the spatiotemporal population dynamics of the Atlantic Bay Nettle (Chrysaora chesapeakei) in the Patuxent River, MD |
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Presenter(s): | Joaquin Trinanes, NOAA CoastWatch Caribbean-Atlantic Ocean Watch Node Operations Manager, AOML and Nikelene McIene, NOAA Knauss Fellow supporting GEO Blue Planet both at NOAA |
Date & Time: | 14 April 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title 1: Recent advances in the satellite monitoring of Sargassum Speaker 1: Joaquin Trinanes, NOAA CoastWatch Caribbean-Atlantic Ocean Watch Node Operations Manager, AOML Title 2: Characterizing the spatiotemporal population dynamics of the Atlantic Bay Nettle (Chrysaora chesapeakei) in the Patuxent River, MD Speaker 2: Nikelene McIene, NOAA Knauss Fellow supporting GEO Blue Planet. Sponsor(s): NOAA CoastWatch Seminar Contact(s): Merrie.Neely@noaa.gov Remote Access: Google Meet link: https://meet.google.com/uco-uboz-cmk ![]() Or dial: (US) +1 406-838-3189 PIN: 768 242 663# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/uco-uboz-cmk ![]() pin=1330913488741 Slides, Recordings Other Materials: available 24-48 hours following the seminar at this link: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars_NOCCG.php Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars.php |
Title: | Is the U.S. EPA Water Quality Criterion for Total Ammonia Nitrogen (TAN) Protective for Coral Reef Organisms? |
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Presenter(s): | Cheryl Woodley, NOS NCCOS, Charleston, SC |
Date & Time: | 14 April 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Is the U.S. EPA Water Quality Criterion for Total Ammonia Nitrogen Protective for Coral Reef Organisms? Presenter(s): Dr. Cheryl Woodley, NOS NCCOS Charleston Laboratory, Charleston, SC Sponsor(s): NOAA's Coral Reef Conservation Program Seminar Contact(s): Caroline Donovan, caroline.donovan@noaa.gov Remote Access: Adobe Connect 1. To join the meeting: http://noaacsc.adobeconnect.com/coralscollab/ ![]() 2. Click the microphone at the top of the screen to connect audio. Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: In U.S. waters 22 species are listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act; three additional species are listed as endangered. Anthropogenically derived nutrient pollution (largely due to nitrogen pollution) is dramatically affecting global nitrogen cycling and oligotrophic coral reef ecosystems. Nutrient loading in tropical waters can have detrimental effects on coral reef ecosystems. The total ammonia as nitrogen (TAN) is an important measure of nutrient loading resulting from decaying organic matter, agricultural runoff, or sewage input. Ammonia (NH3) is one of the most toxic constituents of nitrogen pollution in aquatic environments. The current National Water Quality Criteria (WQC) for ammonia in saltwater was set by EPA in 1989 and is based on toxicity studies with crustaceans, bivalve mollusks and fishes. The chronic criterion specifies a 4-day average concentration of 0.035mg/L of unionized ammonia (UAN) not to be exceeded more than once every 3years, the acute criterion specifies a 1-h average concentration of 0.223 mg/LUAN not to be exceeded more than once every 3 years. With recent declines of shallow-water coral reefs, the threat-potential of ammonia toxicity for recently ESA-listed corals is unknown. Understanding the effects of TAN in near shore waters is a critical tool for managing coral reefs and associated recovery efforts. We will present insights into the effects of ammonia on sea urchin embryos and coral at various life stages. Bio(s): Dr. Cheryl Woodley serves as a Research Scientist with NOAA's National Ocean Service, National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science at Hollings Marine Laboratory in Charleston, South Carolina. With experience in biochemistry, cellular biology and pathobiology, Cheryl leads a multidisciplinary research team focused on understanding the effects of physical, chemical and/or biological risk factors affecting the conservation and management of vulnerable shallow-water coral reef species. Dr. Woodley also holds a graduate faculty position at the College of Charleston and serves as the coordinator for the Coral Disease and Health Consortium, a working group of the U. S. Coral Reef Taskforce. Dr. Woodley completed her doctorate in Molecular, Cellular and Pathobiology in the Biochemistry Department at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, studying serine proteases in the kallikrein-kinin system and received specialized training in virology at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Pacific sardine: Assessment and evaluating robustness of harvest control rules to variability in recruitment |
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Presenter(s): | Peter Kuriyama, Stock Assessment Scientist at the SWFSC in La Jolla, CA; Robert Wildermuth, Postdoctoral scholar at University of California, Santa Cruz working at SWFSC in La Jolla, CA |
Date & Time: | 14 April 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Pacific sardine: Assessment and evaluating robustness of harvest control rules to variability in recruitment (National Stock Assessment Science Seminar Series) Presenter(s): Peter Kuriyama, Stock Assessment Scientist at the SWFSC in La Jolla, CA; Robert Wildermuth, Postdoctoral scholar at University of California, Santa Cruz working at SWFSC in La Jolla, CA Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and NOAA's Central Library (NCL) Seminar Contact(s): Kristan Blackhart and Library Seminars Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: Pacific sardine are short-lived, fast-growing fish that exhibit large, cyclic fluctuations in biomass driven by periods of highly successful recruitment followed by stock collapse. Here, Peter will present an overview of the stock assessment approach and Robert will describe his in-progress management strategy evaluation to assess the robustness of current and alternative harvest control rules (e.g. based on dynamic reference points derived from a simulated stock assessment and a survey-based rule) under a variety of recruitment variability scenarios (e.g. autocorrelated recruitment deviations and environmentally correlated recruitment).Keywords: Pacific sardine, stock assessment, management strategy evaluation Bio(s): Peter is a stock assessment scientist at the SWFSC in La Jolla and received his PhD from the University of Washington. Robert is a postdoctoral scholar at the University of California, Santa Cruz, working with the NOAA Southwest Fisheries Science Center testing harvest strategies for coastal pelagic species in a changing climate. He earned his PhD from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth and MS from Arizona State University. His research interests involve marine ecosystem-based management, quantitative ecology, and conservation behavior. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Climbing Down Charney's Ladder |
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Presenter(s): | V. Balaji; Princeton University and NOAA/GFDL |
Date & Time: | 14 April 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Climbing Down Charney's Ladder Part of the UFS Webinar Series Presenter(s): V. Balaji; Princeton University and NOAA/GFDL Sponsor(s): Office of Science and Technology Integration (OSTI) Modeling Division, National Weather Service of NOAA. If you would like to recommend a speaker and topic please email: ufs.modeling@noaa.gov and provide information on speaker and topic along with email addresses of speakers. Seminar Contact(s): Stacy Mackell (stacy.mackell@noaa.gov) and Caroline Delgado (caroline.delgado@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/6980235688648784143 ![]() Abstract: The advent of digital computing in the 1950s sparked a revolution in the science of weather and climate. Meteorology, long based on extrapolating patterns in space and time, gave way to computational methods in a decade of advances in numerical weather forecasting. Those same methods also gave rise to computational climate science, studying the behavior of those same numerical equations over intervals much longer than weather events, and changes in external boundary conditions. Several subsequent decades of exponential growth in the power of computing have brought us to the present day, where models ever grow in resolution and complexity, capable of mastery of many small-scale phenomena with global repercussions, and ever more intricate feedbacks in the Earth system. The current juncture in computing, seven decades later, heralds an end to what is called Dennard scaling, the physics behind ever smaller computational units and ever faster arithmetic. This is prompting a fundamental change in our approach to the simulation of weather and climate, potentially as revolutionary as that wrought by John von Neumann in the 1950s. One approach could return us to an earlier era of pattern recognition and extrapolation, this time aided by computational power. Another approach could lead us to insights that continue to be expressed in mathematical equations. In either approach, or any synthesis of those, it is clearly no longer the steady march of the last few decades, continuing to add detail to ever more elaborate models. In this prospectus, we attempt to show the outlines of how this may unfold in the coming decades, a new harnessing of physical knowledge, computation, and data. Bio(s): V. Balaji is at Princeton University's Cooperative Institute on Modeling the Earth System (CIMES), and an Associate of the Princeton Institute for Computational Science and Engineering (PICSciE) and the High Meadows Environmental Institute (HMEI). He is a transdisciplinary scientist with a background in physics and climate science, and an expert in the areas of computational science and machine learning. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:All PowerPoints and recordings from past webinars can be accessed at the UFS webinar web page ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Explaining within-population variation in lifetime success: good traits, good luck, or good timing? |
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Presenter(s): | Stephen Ellner, Cornell University |
Date & Time: | 14 April 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Explaining within-population variation in lifetime success: good traits, good luck, or good timing? Presenter(s): Stephen Ellner, Cornell University Sponsor(s): NWFSC Monster Seminar Jam website Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: JOIN VIA WEBINAR Join WebEx meeting ![]() Meeting password: QKdp3p4SMe6 JOIN BY PHONE +1-415-527-5035 US Toll Global call-in numbers https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/globalcallin.php?MTID=m3142650430de6a3cadba4efb1ef4af96 ![]() Abstract: Variation in lifetime success (total reproductive output, longevity, etc.) among individuals within a population is often very high and very skewed. How much of this variation is driven by variation in fixed traits, how much by external factors, and how much by random chance? The effect of trait variation turns out to be a surprisingly small fraction of the total variance, both in empirical case-studies and in general models parameterized from meta-analyses of selection in the wild. This leads to more questions. Is luck dominant at every age/stage, or are traits sometimes more important? Can we relate the relative importance of luck in survival, growth, and environment to life history? Are there generally vulnerable periods when luck in environmental conditions and in demographic transitions are both important, or do the critical periods for environmental and demographic luck differ? To answer these questions we have developed a partitioning of the variance of individual lifetime success into contributions from fixed trait variation; from four forms of demographic luck (birth state, fecundity, survival, and growth) and from two kinds of environment luck (birth environment and environment trajectory). Each of these is further partitioned into contributions at different ages. Case studies, from a variety of contrasting life histories, suggest that luck is nearly always dominant, but which kind of luck matters most varies across life histories, and different kinds of luck are most important at different life stages. This is joint work with Robin Snyder, Giles Hooker, and Peter Adler. Bio(s): Dr. Ellner received his BA in math from UC Berkeley, and PhD in Applied Math from Cornell (directed by Simon Levin). He has been employed at U. Tennessee Knoxville (Math department), NC State (Statistics department), and Cornell (Ecology & Evolutionary Biology). He is currently the Horace White Professor of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology at Cornell. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Emergency Response Imagery |
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Presenter(s): | Maryellen Sault, Senior Cartographer, Coastal Mapping Program, National Geodetic Survey |
Date & Time: | 14 April 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Emergency Response Imagery Presenter(s): Maryellen Sault, Senior Cartographer, Coastal Mapping Program, NGS Sponsor(s): NOAA/NOS National Geodetic Survey. Seminar Contact(s): sonja.bowen@noaa.gov, NOAA National Geodetic Survey Registration link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7694865478038951691 Visit the NGS Webinar Series website to register, sign up to receive monthly webinar notices, and learn more: http://www.ngs.noaa.gov/web/science_edu/webinar_series/. Abstract: NOAA's National Geodetic Survey has responded to emergency response events with medium format digital cameras since 2003. Within hours of landing the plane, aerial imagery is distributed through NOAA's Emergency Response Viewer to aid first-responders, federal and local governments, and the public. This webinar will cover tips on using the emergency response viewer, the unique challenges faced during past hurricane seasons, and frequently asked questions from the public. Imagery applications will also be discussed. Technical Content Rating: Beginner - No prior knowledge of this topic is necessary. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Artificial Neural Networks and Evolutionary Programs |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Paul Roebber, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee |
Date & Time: | 14 April 2022
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
Location: | NWS - HQ - MDL Goto1 |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Roebber Lectures - Artificial Neural Networks and Evolutionary Programs Presenter(s): Dr. Paul Roebber, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Seminar Contact(s): John Schattel (John.Schattel@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/294072501058985996 ![]() Abstract: The National Weather Service (NWS) has a long history of leveraging available data in support of weather forecasting efforts. These efforts are ongoing and with the advent of more advanced techniques (e.g., machine learning), the NWS is in the process of determining where and how to apply them. This series of four lectures is designed to provide some background on these techniques. No assumptions will be made regarding the statistical background of participants. The third lecture in this series will cover a common kind of artificial neural network (ANN), the multilayer perceptron (MLP), and an advanced machine learning approach called evolutionary programming. We will discuss the structure of ANN-MLPs, how the technique of backpropagation assigns the network weights, the variety of training choices, and provide some applications. Then we will discuss evolutionary programs " the conceptual basis and how they can be applied to a variety of problems, with some examples. More information on the lecture series is available in the NOAA Virtual Lab. Bio(s): Dr. Roebber received his BSc in Meteorology from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, Canada in 1981. He earned a MS in Meteorology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, MA in 1983. In 1991, Dr. Roebber returned to McGill University where he completed his PhD in meteorology. Dr. Roebber's research interests include the following:
Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides will be shared after the webinar with all who register, or a link where they can be found. Recording will be shared after the webinar with all who register, or a link where they can be found, or a contact for the recording. Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Next-Generation Water Resources Modeling: Innovation at the Intersection of Domain, Computer, and Data Sciences |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Fred Ogden, NWS' Office of Water Prediction; and Trey Flowers, Office of Water Prediction's National Water Center |
Date & Time: | 14 April 2022
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
Location: | GoToWebinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Next-Generation Water Resources Modeling: Innovation at the Intersection of Domain, Computer, and Data Sciences Presenter(s): Dr. Fred Ogden, NWS' Office of Water Prediction, Chief Scientist; and Dr. Trey Flowers, Office of Water Prediction's National Water Center, Director of Analysis and Prediction Division Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library and NOAA Office of Water Prediction Seminar Contact(s): Library Seminars - library.seminars@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/677049995450095627 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: The hydrological modeling literature over the past decade suggests creation of water prediction modeling systems that promote interoperability. The NOAA-NWS Office of Water Prediction (OWP) in 2019 envisioned a standards-based model agnostic framework that promotes model interoperability over large areas, making it accessible by domain scientists and engineers with a low barrier to adding and testing new functionality. This seminar introduces the Next Generation (Nextgen) Water Resources Modeling framework and demonstrates how it advances hydrologic model research, development and application. Keywords: water resources, water prediction, hydrological modeling Bio(s): Since April 2021, Dr. Fred Ogden serves as the Chief Scientist of NOAA's Office of Water Prediction, applying his technical expertise to many aspects of the OWP mission, with a focus on the National Water Model and the Next Generation Water Resources Modeling Framework. Dr. Ogden joins NOAA after more than two decades in academia, where he established an active academic research program in water resources obtaining funding from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC), U.S. Army Research Office (ARO), Dept. of Energy, Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, NOAA-NWS, and National Science Foundation.Dr. Trey Flowers is the Director of the Analysis and Prediction Division at NOAA's National Water Center in Tuscaloosa, AL, where he leads the team at the National Weather Service that is responsible for sustaining and enhancing the US Government's freshwater forecasting capabilities. Trey has an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Kentucky and graduate degrees in Environmental Engineering from the University of California at Berkeley. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Measuring Ecosystem Performance across Multiple Dimensions using Index Numbers |
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Presenter(s): | John Walden, Economist, NOAA Northeast Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 13 April 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | GoToWebinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Measuring Ecosystem Performance across Multiple Dimensions using Index Numbers (EBM/EBFM)NOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): John Walden, Economist, NOAA Northeast Fisheries Science Center Sponsor(s): NMFS and NOAA Central Library Seminar Contacts: Peg Brady (peg.brady@noaa.gov) and NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4702291695240836368 ![]() Registering for this seminar will provide you access to the full series of seminars. Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: Marine ecosystems provide many outputs that benefit humans, and managers often use several indicators to evaluate an ecosystem's status. However, this leaves an unresolved question of which outputs, or environmental conditions, matter most? We circumvent the problem by developing composite indices with endogenous weights, collapsing multiple outputs and environmental conditions into two indices based on historical performance. This is accomplished using Data Envelopment Analysis, a linear programming technique, and applied to a U.S. ecoregion. Results show that the indices can identify changes in ecosystem performance over a 22 year period. Keywords: Ecosystems, Index Numbers, Data Envelopment Analysis Bio(s): John Walden is an economist at the NOAA Northeast Fisheries Science Center in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, where he leads the fisheries performance measures working group. His research interests focus on evaluating economic performance using math programming models for both commercial fishing fleets and ecosystems. Past efforts he led include the National Marine Fisheries Service's measurement of U.S. commercial fishing capacity, and a follow-up study to measure fishing vessel productivity. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Assessing Niche Conservatism and Niche Packing Patterns in African and Southeast Asian Communities of Cyprinoidei |
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Presenter(s): | Laurel Nave-Powers, M.S, University of Washington |
Date & Time: | 13 April 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Assessing Niche Conservatism and Niche Packing Patterns in African and Southeast Asian Communities of Cyprinoidei Presenter(s): Laurel Nave-Powers, M.S, University of Washington Sponsor(s): This seminar is part of NOAA's EcoFOCI bi-annual seminar series focused on the ecosystems of the North Pacific Ocean, Bering Sea and U.S. Arctic to improve understanding of ecosystem dynamics and applications of that understanding to the management of living marine resources. Since Oct 21, 1986, the seminar has provided an opportunity for research scientists and practitioners to meet, present, develop their ideas and provoke conversations on subjects pertaining to fisheries-oceanography or regional issues in Alaska's marine ecosystems, including the US Arctic. Visit the EcoFOCI webpage for more information, http://www.ecofoci.noaa.gov/. Seminar Contact(s): EcoFOCI Research Coordinator Heather Tabisola (heather.tabisola@noaa.gov) and EcoFOCI Zooplankton Ecologist Deana Crouser (deana.crouser@noaa.gov). Remote Access: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/891851101 ![]() You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (872) 240-3311 Access Code: 891-851-101 Accessibility: Abstract: Niches of animals can be inferred from the shape of their bodies. By quantifying body shape, the niches of individual species can be compared and niche packing patterns of communities can be examined. Cyprinoidei (Cypriniformes) is a suborder of freshwater fishes that is widely distributed and ecologically variable. By comparing body shape data for communities of cyprinoid fishes across Africa and Southeast Asia, niche conservatism and niche packing patterns can be investigated. It was hypothesized that a similar number of niches would be recovered across localities regardless of species richness (niche conservatism), however, the disparity of niches (niche packing) would decrease with increasing species richness. It was found that a similar number of niches were recovered across localities (niche conservatism) and patterns of niche packing showed an increase in disparity with increases in species richness. Bio(s): Laurel obtained her masters of science from Southeastern Louisiana University in 2020 where she investigated niche conservatism and niche packing in cyprinids in Southeast Asia and Africa using geometric morphometrics. Currently, Laurel is a PhD student at UW School of Aquatic and Fisheries Sciences, working in collaboration with NOAA and NOAA Alaska Fisheries Science Center on the transfer of ichthyoplankton from the groundfish surveys to the UW Fish collection. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Presentation slides may be requested directly from the speaker. This presentation may be recorded and if so, available on the NOAA PMEL YouTube Channel. Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Insights on Chemical and Microphysical Properties of Secondary Brown Carbon Aerosols |
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Presenter(s): | Roya Bahreini, University of California, Riverside |
Date & Time: | 13 April 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAAScience Seminar Series Title: Insights on Chemical and Microphysical Properties of Secondary Brown Carbon Aerosols NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series Presenter(s): Roya Bahreini, University of California, Riverside Sponsor(s): NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): jan.kazil@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5008602440912054542 Abstract: Secondary organic aerosols (SOA), formed from multiphase oxidation of biogenic and anthropogenic precursors, are a major component of submicron aerosols, impacting air quality and climate. Although traditionally SOA has been thought to be purely scattering in nature, field and laboratory measurements have observed SOA with strong absorption at near UV and visible wavelengths (with a stronger absorption in the near UV compared to the visible). Specific functional groups and chemical moieties have been identified as the source of chromophores in primary OA and SOA. Here I present a summary of our work aimed at understanding chemical and microphysical properties of SOA that contribute to their light absorption properties and direct impacts on the Earth's radiative budget. The SOA were formed from hydroxyl or nitrate radical oxidation of pure and mixed hydrocarbons (that are typical of biogenic, urban, and biomass burning emissions) under variable oxidation conditions (relative humidity, NOx, or NH3 levels). I present results from online and offline techniques to gain insight into the drivers of SOA optical properties in these different systems. Bio(s): Dr. Roya Bahreini ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: https://csl.noaa.gov/seminars/2022 Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Sendan e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.govwith the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAAScience Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome yoursuggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Olympic Coast as a Sentinel: Resilience Actions for Tribal Community Well-Being in the Face of Ocean Change |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Melissa Poe, Social Scientist, Washington Sea Grant |
Date & Time: | 12 April 2022
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm ET |
Location: | Remote Access Only, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Olympic Coast as a Sentinel: Resilience Actions for Tribal Community Well-Being in the Face of Ocean Change Presenter(s): Dr. Melissa Poe, Social Scientist, Washington Sea Grant Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar contact: Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2113067154194375951 Abstract: Indigenous people have depended on Olympic Coast marine species for their livelihoods, food security and cultural practices for thousands of years. Today, these species"and the tribal communities that depend on them"are at risk from ocean changes including ocean acidification. Dr. Melissa Poe, a social scientist at Washington Sea Grant, works in partnership with the Olympic Coast Treaty Tribes to better understand the risks of ocean change to tribal community well-being, and identify actions that are rooted in Indigenous priorities for resilience.This presentation is part of the Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary and Feiro Marine Life Center co-hosted Speaker Series for 2022 which focuses on resilience and adaptation in the face of climate change.More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Dungeness crab in an acidifying ocean: understanding and process |
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Presenter(s): | Paul McElhany, Northwest Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 12 April 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | TBD |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Dungeness crab in an acidifying ocean: understanding and process Presenter(s): Paul McElhany, Northwest Fisheries Science Center Sponsor(s): AFSC 2022 Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Abigail McCarthy, abigail.mccarthy@noaa.gov; Pearl Rojas, pearl.rojas@noaa.gov Remote Access: Join by computer at: https://noaanmfs-meets. ![]() Abstract: Dungeness crab, the most valuable fishery on the U.S. West Coast, show mixed response to ocean acidification and other climate change stressors. Through species response experiments in controlled aquaria, we explore CO2 sensitivity by looking at a variety of metrics, including those that drive demographic processes (e.g. survival and growth rate) and those that provide insight into the physiological mechanisms underlying the response (e.g. metabolic pathways and calcification).The data are input to models that explore population level processes related to management issues, such as environmental thresholds. The differing sensitivities of different life stages and uncertainties about the factors driving population dynamics complicate predictions of climate change effects on Dungeness crab. In addition to exploring ocean acidification effects on Dungeness crab, we will discuss tools and approaches used for conducting the research that could be applicable to any science effort. These tools and approaches include the Openscapes framework for open data science, GitHub projects for managing work flow, and R Shiny applications for internal data exploration. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars- |
Title: | Heat and its impacts |
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Presenter(s): | Armel Castellan, MSC ECCC; Dr. Sarah Henderson, BC Centre for Disease Control |
Date & Time: | 12 April 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Heat and its impacts, ECCC/NWS Webinar Series - Presenter(s): Armel Castellan, MSC ECCC; and Dr. Sarah Henderson, BC Centre for Disease Control Sponsor(s): Environment and Climate Change Canada and NOAA/National Weather Service Seminar Contact(s): Kimberly McMahon, kimberly.mcmahon@noaa.gov Remote Access: Register for the GoToWebinar at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6755798985807797263 ![]() Accessibility: Abstract: Historical Heat and its ripple effect on society; Drought, Wildfire, Smoke " Western Canada's Extreme Summer of 2021 " The June 2021 heat dome in British Columbia and Alberta from an ECCC operational perspective and will describe the broad swath of impacts that ensued. Mortality impacts of the 2021 heat dome in British Columbia " Review lessons learned about mortality during the 2021 heat dome and ideas for protecting population health. Bio(s): Armel Castellan is a Warning Preparedness Meteorologist at Meteorological Service of Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada, working with emergency management to inform decision making.Dr. Sarah Henderson is the Scientific Director of environmental health at the BC Centre for Disease Control. She oversees a program of applied research and surveillance to support evidence-based environmental health policy and practice in the province - studying the relationship between hot weather and mortality in BC for the past 12 years. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: A recording will be shared after the webinar with all who register, or a link where they can be found, or a contact for the recording.Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Valor in the Atlantic Telepresence Expedition Overview |
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Presenter(s): | Tane Casserley, NOAA; Dr. Chris Taylor, NOAA; Chris Southerly, NC OSA; and Karl McLetchie, GFOE |
Date & Time: | 12 April 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Valor in the Atlantic Telepresence Expedition Overview Presenter(s): Tane Casserley, NOAA; Dr. Chris Taylor, NOAA; Chris Southerly, NC OSA; and Karl McLetchie, GFOE Sponsor(s): Monitor National Marine Sanctuary, Submerged NC Seminar Contact(s): Shannon Ricles; Shannon.Ricles@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2367780018189690639 ![]() Accessibility: A recording of the webinar will be captioned and posted online after the webinar Abstract: Join NOAA and partners as they discuss the upcoming Valor in the Atlantic telepresence expedition due to launch in May of 2022. Learn how NOAA's Monitor National Marine Sanctuary and the National Center for Coastal Ocean Science, along with partners from the Global Foundation for Ocean Exploration(GFOE) and the North Carolina Office of State Archaeology will use cutting edge technology to bring North Carolina's oceanic wonders to all.Using GFOE's Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) and satellite capability, the Valor in the Atlantic telepresence expedition will explore USS Monitor, natural reefs, and the maritime cultural landscape surrounding Monitor National Marine Sanctuary. The NOAA ship Nancy Foster will act as the project's research platform streaming ROV video live, while narrated by national experts to showcase these nationally significant sites and their biological communities to the public. The mission will investigate natural reefs and historic shipwrecks from the U.S. Civil War, World War I, and World War II's Battle of the Atlantic. These sites serve as a uniquely accessible underwater museum and a memorial to generations of mariners who lived, worked, and fought off our shores.Join us as we discuss how these weapons of war transformed into islands of life and learn how to join in the expedition by visiting a museum or from the comfort of your home, school, or office. Bio(s): Tane Casserley is the resource protection and permit coordinator for Monitor National Marine Sanctuary and Mallows Bay-Potomac River National Marine Sanctuary. Tane's specialties include public outreach, exhibit design, as well as 19th-century warships and deep-water archaeology. Dr. Chris Taylor is a marine ecologist, and senior scientist at NOAA National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science Habitat Mapping Team. He has two and a half decades of experience conducting research on ocean habitats and fish from Alaska to AntarcticaChris Southerly joined the NC Office of State Archaeology in 2000 and is currently Deputy State Archaeologist-Underwater and Diving Safety Officer directing the Underwater Archaeology Branch and its Queen Anne's Revenge Conservation Lab.Karl McLetchie is a mechanical engineer, specializing in the design and operation of underwater vehicles. He holds B.S. and M.S. degrees in Ocean and Mechanical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: To learn more about GFOE and the expedition,visit https://www.engineeringfordiscovery.org/valor-in-the-atlantic/ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + Acidification in the U.S. Southeast |
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Presenter(s): | Sandra Rayne, Southeast Regional Climate Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Todd Hamill, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Pam Knox, University of Georgia; Emily Hall, Mote Marine Laboratory |
Date & Time: | 12 April 2022
10:00 am - 10:45 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Presenter(s): Sandra Rayne, Southeast Regional Climate Center (Climate Overview) Jeff Dobur and Todd Hamill, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center (Water Resources Overview ) Pam Knox, University of Georgia (Agriculture Impact Update) Emily Hall, Mote Marine Laboratory (Acidification in the U.S. Southeast: Causes, Potential Consequences and the Role of the Southeast Ocean and Coastal Acidification Network) Sponsor(s): NOAA NCEI, National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), National Weather Service, Southeast Regional Climate Center, American Association of State Climatologists Seminar Contact(s): Meredith Muth, NOAA National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), (Meredith.muth@noaa.gov) Abstract: Join us for the Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar! These webinars will provide the region's stakeholders and interested parties with timely information on current and developing climate conditions such as drought, floods and tropical storms, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. Speakers may also discuss the impacts of these conditions on topics such as wildfires, agriculture production, disruption to water supply, and ecosystems. The April 12 webinar will feature a special presentation on "Acidification in the U.S. Southeast: Causes, Potential Consequences and the Role of the Southeast Ocean and Coastal Acidification Network." Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/7416485623755069963 ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA Weather & Navigation for Marine Boating and Fishing |
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Presenter(s): | Lance Franck, Meteorologist, NOAA's NWS in Tallahassee, FL, and Tim Osborn, Physical Scientist with NOAA/NOS Office of Coast Survey |
Date & Time: | 9 April 2022
10:00 am - 11:30 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Please share this with anyone (NOAA or not) who might be interested; thanks! Title: NOAA Weather and Navigation for Marine Boating and Fishing Part of the NOAA/National Weather Service (NWS) Weather and Navigation Virtual Seminar Series. This is the ~17th year of this series, serving the Gulf Coast area around north Florida and adjacent states. Each year, NOAA's NWS and Coast Survey have teamed up for conducting the seminar, highlighting the issues and resources that help boaters and fishing interests on the water to be as safe as possible. Presenter(s): Lance Franck, Meteorologist, NOAA's NWS in Tallahassee, FL, and Tim Osborn, Physical Scientist with NOAA/NOS Office of Coast Survey. Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Weather Service, Office in Tallahassee, FL and NOAA/NOS Office of Coast SurveySeminar Contacts: Lance.Franck@noaa.gov, Meteorologist with NOAA's National Weather Service in Tallahassee, FL, and Tim.Osborn@noaa.gov, Physical Scientist with NOAA/NOS Office of Coast Survey. Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8858067416721566736 ![]() Abstract: NOAA's NWS Office in Tallahassee and NOAA's Office of Coast Survey are teaming up to offer a virtual seminar on safe navigation and hazardous weather. It's free and open to the public. This will be very informative for the ever increasing numbers of recreational boaters on the water. Some of the topics in this 90-minute seminar include: precision navigation, nautical charts, marine forecasts, and weather warnings. Please feel free to share via the attached announcement, Facebook ![]() ![]() ![]() Bio(s): Lance Franck: Meteorologist with NOAA's National Weather Service Tallahassee's Weather Forecast Office. Their area of responsibility on the coast is from the Okaloosa/Walton County line FL to the Suwanee River FL, including Panama City, Aplachicola, Apalachee Bay, and many others areas that see very large marine boat and fishing activities. Tim Osborn: Navigation Manager for NOAA's Office of Coast Survey, serving the Central Gulf of Mexico Coast. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: The presentation will be recorded, with a link shared afterward. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA's Role in Conserving and Restoring America the Beautiful |
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Presenter(s): | Letise LaFeir, Ph.D., Senior Advisor, NOAA |
Date & Time: | 7 April 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NOAA's Role in Conserving and Restoring America the Beautiful Presenter(s): Letise LaFeir, Ph.D., Senior Advisor, NOAA Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library, NOAA Central Library Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4994792575443418127 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Abstract: America the Beautiful is a decade-long, interagency initiative to conserve and restore at least 30% of America's lands and waters. It is guided by eight core principles that emphasize collaborative and inclusive approaches, locally-led community efforts, honoring tribal sovereignty, and creating conservation-related jobs among others. Learn what NOAA is doing to support America the Beautiful and how your office can get involved. Keywords: America the Beautiful, Conservation, Inter-Agency Bio(s): In her role as Senior Advisor, Dr. LaFeir leads many interagency efforts for NOAA, including the America the Beautiful initiative. Prior to joining NOAA, Dr. LaFeir served in both government and NGO roles as Director of Federal Policy at Resources Legacy Fund; California Ocean Policy Manager at Monterey Bay Aquarium; Policy Analyst and later National Outreach Coordinator for NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries; and Director of Government Relations and Education Program Coordinator at the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation. Dr. LaFeir is also an alumna of the Sea Grant Knauss marine Policy fellowship program. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() |
Title: | Fisheries science focused on cognitive barriers to climate adaptation |
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Presenter(s): | Mike Litzow, University of Alaska Fairbanks |
Date & Time: | 7 April 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Fisheries science focused on cognitive barriers to climate adaptation Presenter(s): Mike Litzow, University of Alaska Fairbanks Sponsor(s): NWFSC Monster Seminar Jam website Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Remote Access: JOIN VIA WEBINAR Join WebEx meeting ![]() Meeting password: QKdp3p4SMe6 JOIN BY PHONE +1-415-527-5035 US Toll Global call-in numbers https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/globalcallin.php?MTID=m3142650430de6a3cadba4efb1ef4af96 ![]() Abstract: Effective climate change adaptation involves several problems in human cognition. Examples include the human tendency to use historical experience to estimate future risks, the complexity of scientific advice as a barrier to decision-making, and a reluctance to attribute change. Alaska has recently experienced system-breaking climate change events that have produced strongly negative consequences for fisheries such as Gulf of Alaska Pacific cod and walleye pollock. This talk will review attempts to advance understanding of climate change effects on these fisheries in a way that may address some cognitive barriers to adaptation. These studies use analytical approaches that are simple, empirically robust, and explicitly tied to climate attribution. We also frame our results to contrast expected fisheries outcomes under past and current climate conditions. The talk will also briefly discuss ecological studies that may address cognitive barriers to climate adaptation by fisheries scientists. Bio(s): Mike Litzow is the Director of the Alaska Fisheries Science Center Kodiak Lab and leads the group that assesses Bering Sea crab stocks at AFSC. Mike began his career studying the role that climate-forced changes in food availability played in the recovery of seabird populations harmed by the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill. He has spent much of his career focused on community responses to climate variability and change in the Gulf of Alaska and Bering Sea. Mike received his B.S. from the University of Alaska Fairbanks, a M.S from the University of California Santa Cruz, and his PhD from the University of Tasmania. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Community Centered Severe Weather Preparedness and Resilience: VORTEX-SE Research to Application |
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Presenter(s): | Alan Gerard, Chief, Warning Research and Development Division, VORTEX USA and SE Federal Program Coordinator, NOAA's National Severe Storms Laboratory; Tracie Sempier, Coastal Resilience Engagement Specialist and VORTEX-SE Engagement Coordinator, Mississippi-Alabama Sea Grant Consortium |
Date & Time: | 7 April 2022
10:00 am - 11:00 am ET |
Location: | Webinar, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Community Centered Severe Weather Preparedness and Resilience: VORTEX-SE Research to Application Presenter(s): Alan Gerard, Chief, Warning Research and Development Division, VORTEX (USA and SE) Federal Program Coordinator, NOAA's National Severe Storms Laboratory; and Tracie Sempier, Coastal Resilience Engagement Specialist and VORTEX-SE Engagement Coordinator, Mississippi-Alabama Sea Grant Consortium. Sponsor(s): NOAA's Gulf of Mexico Regional Collaboration Team, a part of NOAA's Regional Collaboration Network. NOAA Gulf of Mexico Forum Webinar Series. Seminar Contact(s): Kristen Laursen, Kristen.R.Laursen@noaa.gov ,NOAA Fisheries and Regional Collaboration Network Remote Access: Register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5047646099142754571 ![]() After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. For your awareness, this webinar will be recorded and shared. Abstract: TBD Bio(s): Alan Gerard has been the division director since 2018 and served as the deputy division chief before that beginning in 2015. He came to the National Severe Storms Laboratory (NSSL) after a 25 year career with the National Weather Service (NWS), including 17 years as the science operations officer and then meteorologist-in-charge of the NOAA NWS Forecast Office in Jackson, Mississippi. Alan oversees several programs developing new warning techniques for all types of weather hazards, including the Forecasting A Continuum of Severe Threats program, or FACETs, and flash flood forecasting initiatives. During his long tenure with the NWS, he experienced first-hand the impacts of significant severe weather events. He had been on the front lines during tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, and ice storms. He was involved in forecast operations during Hurricane Katrina and the April 2011 tornado outbreak. Having worked closely with those who try to keep people safe (Emergency Managers, public safety officials, etc.), he knew he wanted to help build society's capacity to save lives and reduce weather impacts, not just in the United States, but around the world. Dr. Tracie Sempier is the Coastal Resilience Engagement Specialist for the Mississippi-Alabama Sea Grant Consortium. She works with local communities, state and federal agencies, non-profit organizations, port authorities, emergency and floodplain managers, residents, and K-12 audiences to try and decrease the negative impacts of coastal storms on families, communities, the environment, natural resources, and property. Tracie is also the VORTEX-SE Outreach Coordinator. In this role, she is creating a model for a regional extension program and synthesizing research findings from the VORTEX-SE program to inform application in local communities. Working closely with the NSSL, NWS, and other partners, she engages with Sea Grant and Land Grant programs and utilizes existing networks to build connections with target audiences. Tracie has over twenty years of professional experience in education/outreach with various audiences in formal/informal learning environments. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Please contact Kristen.R.Laursen@noaa.gov for the recording and/or PDF. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | A Safe Place to Call Home: Community Options and Considerations for Adapting to Flooding / Green Infrastructure, Climate, and Cities CCRUN Seminar Series |
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Presenter(s): | Katie Spidalieri, Senior Associate at the Georgetown Climate Center; Rachelle Sanderson, Region Seven Watershed Coordinator at Capital Region Planning Commission in Louisiana |
Date & Time: | 6 April 2022
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: A Safe Place to Call Home: Community Options and Considerations for Adapting to Flooding / Green Infrastructure, Climate, and Cities CCRUN Seminar Series Presenter(s): Katie Spidalieri, Senior Associate at the Georgetown Climate Center; Rachelle Sanderson, Region Seven Watershed Coordinator at Capital Region Planning Commission in Louisiana. Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Consortium for Climate Risk in the Urban Northeast (CCRUN), a NOAA RISA Team. Seminar Contact(s): Genie Bey, genie.bey@noaa.gov; Sloane Woerdemaz, sjw83@drexel.edu All sessions are recorded and archived on the CCRUN website ![]() Abstract: As more and more areas are experiencing new and worsening flood risks caused by climate change, communities are facing challenging questions about how to safely remain in place. For many, leaving their neighborhood and home is not an acceptable option. For others, the potential option of pursuing managed retreat or relocation strategies may increasingly become a part of local conversations. Communities across the country are exploring approaches and mechanisms to keep community ties while building physical resilience to flooding. Katie Spidalieri, Senior Associate at the Georgetown Climate Center will discuss a range of legal and planning tools for managed retreat and the tradeoffs associated with these different options that communities may consider as to think about how to adapt to flooding. Rachelle Sanderson, Region Seven Watershed Coordinator at Capital Region Planning Commission in Louisiana, will introduce the Louisiana Watershed Initiative and discuss how some of these challenges are manifesting on the ground in one watershed region in Louisiana. Katie and Rachelle will also share how locally driven partnerships can help to build resources and capacity to support population transitions and housing needs driven by flooding.CCRUN hosts a monthly series featuring researchers and practitioners from around the region and country. The talks focus on urban solutions to global problems associated with increasing temperature and sea level rise, precipitation variability and greenhouse gas emissions. CCRUN is interested in spurring dialogue on the implications of such changes on the complex infrastructure of intensely developed landscapes, and on the health, well-being, and vulnerability of the people who live in them. Bio(s): Katie Spidalieri, a Senior Associate at the Georgetown Climate Center, provides legal and policy analysis and place-based support on adaptation projects at the federal, state, and local levels. Her work focuses on adaptation in the coastal sector, including managed retreat strategies, to adapt to rising seas and flooding. Rachelle Sanderson is the Regional Watershed Coordinator for Region 7 of the Louisiana Watershed Initiative. Slides / Recordigs / Other materials: Recordings of the Green Infrastructure, Climate, and Cities CCRUN Seminar Series can be found on the CCRUN website ![]() |
Title: | NOAA Science Reports: A robust and effective research, development, and transition enterprise |
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Presenter(s): | Jeff Craven, Stephen Montzka, Sinead Louise Farrell, Gregory Dusek |
Date & Time: | 6 April 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | GoToWebinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: A robust and effective research, development, and transition enterprise Presenter(s): Jeff Craven, Chief Statistical Modeling Division, NOAA/NWS/Meteorological Development Laboratory; Stephen Montzka, Senior Scientist, NOAA's Global Monitoring Laboratory; Sinead Louise Farrell, Associate Professor, Depts. Geographical Sciences and Atmospheric & Oceanic Science, University of Maryland; Gregory Dusek, Senior Scientist, NOAA's National Ocean Service Sponsor(s): NOAA Science Report Seminar Series, NOAA Central Library and NOAA Research and Development Enterprise Committee Seminar Contact(s): Library Seminars - library.seminars@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9116638467135383311 ![]() Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: The NOAA Science Report is an annual report that highlights NOAA's scientific accomplishments for the year and reflects NOAA's research priorities. Each Science Report seminar features speakers who have contributed to projects highlighted within the Report. The topic of this seminar will be 'Robust and Effective Research, Development, and Transition Enterprise'. Newly released: 2021 NOAA Science Report Keywords: NOAA Science Report, Research, Development Bio(s): Jeff Craven's career has spanned 33 years as a forecaster, Science and Operations Officer, and supervisor. He has 27 years of experience in operational meteorology settings, having lived and worked in 7 duty locations/states across the nation (PA, LA, KS, NV, OK, MS, WI). Mr. Craven possesses an additional 6 years tenure in GS-15 supervisory positions (meteorology/information technology) at Regional/National Headquarters (MO, MD) where he supported field operations in the National Weather Service (NWS) Office of Science and Technology Integration (OSTI). Jeff has a M.S. in Meteorology from the University of Oklahoma, and a B.S. from San Jose State University in CA.Dr. Steve Montzka's professional career at NOAA has revolved around making and interpreting measurements of greenhouse gases, ozone-depleting gases, and hazardous air pollutants throughout the global atmosphere. He works to advance understanding of natural processes affecting the atmospheric environment and of human-caused influences on atmospheric composition. In addition to his extensive publication record and the leading role he has played in a number of international scientific assessment reports, a particular highlight has been his work advising the Parties to the Montreal Protocol on efforts to heal the stratospheric ozone layer. Sinad Louise Farrell is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geographical Sciences at the University of Maryland, College Park, with a joint appointment in the Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Science. Dr. Farrell gained her Ph.D. in Space and Climate Physics at University College London in 2007. Her primary research interests are climate change, cryosphere science and remote sensing. She is a principal investigator on both the NASA ICESat-2 and the NOAA/NASA Ocean Surface Topography Science Teams and she is a member of the ESA Mission Advisory Group for the Copernicus Polar Ice and Snow Topography Altimeter. Sinad is a visiting scientist at the NOAA/NESDIS/STAR Laboratory for Satellite Altimetry, in the Satellite Oceanography and Climatology Division. Gregory Dusek is a physical oceanographer and the Chief Scientist for the NOAA National Ocean Service (NOS) Center for Operational Oceanographic Products and Services (CO-OPS). He is presently on assignment as Executive Strategic Advisor with the Southeast Coastal Ocean Observing Regional Association (SECOORA) as part of his NOAA LCDP participation. His research focuses on coastal oceanographic product development through the intersection of data science with coastal hazards. Greg has been at NOAA for over 10 years, and prior to serving as Chief Scientist, he was an oceanographer on the currents team where he led a range of physical oceanographic field and data projects. Greg's work at NOAA has also included serving as the chair of the NOAA Artificial Intelligence Executive Committee and leading the NOS Science Board and Artificial Intelligence Working Group. Prior to joining NOAA, Greg completed his PhD in physical oceanography at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill where he studied coastal processes and rip currents. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Alaska Coastal and Ocean Spatial Priorities Study |
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Presenter(s): | Karen Gouws, GIS Specialist, NOAA's National Ocean Service, Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping Program |
Date & Time: | 6 April 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Alaska Coastal and Ocean Spatial Priorities Study Part of the Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping 2022 Seminar Series Presenter(s): Karen Gouws, GIS Specialist, NOAA's National Ocean Service, Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping program, Silver Spring MD Sponsor(s): NOAA Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping program Seminar Contact(s): Amber Butler (amber.butler@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1969075114023801872 ![]() Please contact amber.butler@noaa.gov for technical connectivity troubleshooting. Abstract: This seminar will discuss the analysis of results from the Alaska Coastal and Oceans Spatial Priorities Study. The Spatial Priorities Study was conducted across regional stakeholders to gather information about where different organizations had mapping priorities. This study allowed users to indicate for their programs which coastal and ocean regions had the most mapping needs in the near or longer term. When aggregated, the results can help us allocate resources efficiently, provide a means to reach out to other partners for coordination, and leverage funding assistance where there is a shared mapping need between organizations.Participants entered mapping priorities in late 2021 with an easy-to-use online tool developed by NOAA's National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS). Building from other studies using the NCCOS tool, these results were combined and analyzed using geospatial tools to identify areas of greatest mapping priority, areas of overlapping requirements, and justifications for why mapping data is needed. This is being done as a milestone activity under the National Ocean Mapping, Exploration and Characterization Strategy (NOMEC). Bio(s): Karen Gouws works as a GIS Specialist in NOAA's Office of Coast Survey for NOAA IOCM. She organized, coordinated, and launched the Alaska Spatial Priorities Study. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Materials and the recording will be available after the seminar by contacting iwgocm.staff@noaa.gov Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Toward Replacing Current NWP with Deep Learning Weather Prediction (NCEP/EMC Seminar) |
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Presenter(s): | Dale Durran, Univ of Washington |
Date & Time: | 6 April 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | TBD |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Toward Replacing Current NWP with Deep Learning Weather Prediction Presenter(s): Dale Durran, Univ of Washington Sponsor(s): NOAA National Centers for Environmental Prediction (NCEP), Environmental Modeling Center (EMC) Seminar Series Remote Access: https://meet.google.com/ohe-basi-nrk ![]() (US) +1 240-532-2666 PIN: 702950581# View more phone numbers: https://tel.meet/ohe-basi-nrk?pin=2503071632943&hs=7 ![]() Abstract: We compare the performance of an ensemble-weather-prediction system based on a global deep-learning weather-prediction (DLWP) model with reanalysis data and forecasts from the European Center for Medium Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) ensemble for subseasonal weather prediction. The model is trained using ECMWF ReAnalysis 5 (ERA5) data with convolutional neural networks (CNNs) on a cubed-sphere grid using a loss function that minimizes forecast error over a single 24-hour period. The model predicts seven 2D shells of atmospheric data on roughly 150x150 km grids with a quasi-uniform global coverage. Notably, our model can be iterated forward indefinitely to produce forecasts at 6-hour temporal resolution for any lead time. We present case studies showing the extent to which the model is able to reproduce the dynamical evolution of atmospheric systems and its ability to learn model physics to forecast two-meter temperature and precipitation. Sources of ensemble spread and the performance of the ensemble are discussed relative to the ECMWF S2S ensemble forecasts. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAAScience Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | BlueMooring: A sustainable solution for managing MPA moorings and financing marine conservation activities |
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Presenter(s): | Yousr Ben Fadhel, BlueSeeds; and Louis Vercauteren, BlueSeeds |
Date & Time: | 6 April 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: BlueMooring: A sustainable solution for managing MPA moorings and financing marine conservation activities Presenter(s): Yousr Ben Fadhel and Louis Vercauteren, BlueSeeds Sponsor(s): NOAA National Marine Protected Areas (MPA) Center and OCTO ![]() Seminar POC for questions: Zac Cannizzo, zac.cannizzo@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1549638915019529739 ![]() Abstract: BlueSeeds is a French company that helps MPAs reach financial sustainability and increase the effectiveness of their conservation activities. BlueSeeds believes that one way of supporting MPA managers is to provide them practical tools that can make their day-to-day management work easier while also financing some of their conservation activities. To this end, BlueSeeds has developed a web app that MPA managers can use to manage the booking of their MPA moorings. With this tool, MPA managers can control and monitor the recreational use of the MPA, communicate more easily with visitors, and generate conservation revenues from the paid booking of moorings managed through the web app. Recordings: Our seminars are recorded, you can find them here (https://marineprotectedareas.noaa.gov/resources/webinars/archive.html) Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. See https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.php |
Title: | Strategic mooring placement for monitoring water mass exchange through channels |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Emily Lemagie, Ph.D., NOAA Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory |
Date & Time: | 6 April 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Strategic mooring placement for monitoring water mass exchange through channels Presenter(s): Dr. Emily Lemagie, Ph.D., NOAA Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory Sponsor(s): This seminar is part of NOAA's EcoFOCI bi-annual seminar series focused on the ecosystems of the North Pacific Ocean, Bering Sea and U.S. Arctic to improve understanding of ecosystem dynamics and applications of that understanding to the management of living marine resources. Since Oct 21, 1986, the seminar has provided an opportunity for research scientists and practitioners to meet, present, develop their ideas and provoke conversations on subjects pertaining to fisheries-oceanography or regional issues in Alaska's marine ecosystems, including the US Arctic. Visit the EcoFOCI webpage for more information, http://www.ecofoci.noaa.gov/. Seminar Contact(s): EcoFOCI Research Coordinator Heather Tabisola (heather.tabisola@noaa.gov) and EcoFOCI Zooplankton Ecologist Deana Crouser (deana.crouser@noaa.gov). Remote Access: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/891851101 ![]() You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (872) 240-3311 Access Code: 891-851-101 Accessibility: Abstract: The exchange between estuaries and the coastal ocean is a key dynamical driver impacting nutrient and phytoplankton concentrations and regulating estuarine residence time, hypoxia, and acidification. Exchange flows are also important mechanisms in the transport and mixing of water masses between inland seas. Estuarine exchange flows can be particularly challenging to monitor because many systems have strong vertical and lateral velocity shear and sharp gradients in water properties that vary over space and time, requiring high-resolution measurements in order to accurately constrain the flux. The Total Exchange Flow (TEF) method provides detailed information about the salinity structure of the exchange and can be used to identify distinct layers of exchange, but requires the observations (or model resolution) that resolve the time and spatial co-variability of salinity and currents. The goal of this analysis is to provide recommendations for how to measure TEF with the mode efficient spatial sampling resolution. Results from three realistic hydrodynamics models were investigated. These model domains included three estuary types: a bay (San Diego Bay), a salt-wedge (Columbia River), and a fjord (Salish Sea). Model fields were sampled using two different mooring strategies, varying the number of mooring locations (lateral resolution) and sample depths (vertical resolution) with each method. The exchange volume was more sensitive than salinity to the sampling resolution. Most (>90%) of the exchange flow magnitude was captured by three to four moorings evenly distributed across the estuarine channel with a minimum threshold of 1-5 sample depths, which varied depending on the vertical stratification. These results can improve our ability to observe and monitor exchange flows in order to track the exchange and transport of water masses efficiently with limited resources. Bio(s): Emily Lemagie is a scientist and principal investigator at NOAA's Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory (PMEL), leading studies of the dynamic relationships among climate, fisheries, and the marine environment. She completed her PhD in Physical Oceanography at Oregon State University in 2018. Her research expertise is in estuarine science, river plume dynamics, inner-shelf dynamics, and science communication Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Presentation slides may be requested directly from the speaker. This presentation may be recorded and if so, available on the NOAA PMEL YouTube Channel. Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Applications of high-frequency movement data for exploring and modeling fishing behavior |
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Presenter(s): | Jim Sanchirico, University of California, Davis |
Date & Time: | 6 April 2022
11:15 am - 12:15 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Applications of high-frequency movement data for exploring and modeling fishing behavior Presenter(s): Dr. Jim Sanchirico, Professor, University of California, Davis Sponsor(s): NOAA NMFS SWFSC Fisheries Ecology Division Seminar Contact(s): Tanya Rogers, tanya.rogers@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://swfsc.webex.com/swfsc/j.php?MTID=m07961348a4316a4d4a63f0f678a72da5 ![]() Abstract: The existence of high-frequency space-time data on human activities and movements is permitting the exploration and prediction of behavior in unprecedented ways. Cellphone data, for example, has been used to understand the differential abilities of income groups to respond to COVID-19 emergency declarations, to better predict traffic patterns, and to understand global mobility patterns. In the fishery context, I will discuss how researchers in the NatuRE Policy lab at UC Davis and collaborators have used satellite tracking data of vessels that report GPS coordinates throughout their voyage to investigate the explore-exploit tradeoff, to identify behavioral typologies of fishing vessels, and to revisit methodologies developed to explore space-time behavior of fishers to better understand their potential strengths and weaknesses for policy analysis. Bio(s): James N. Sanchirico ![]() ![]() Recordings: The talk will be recorded; link to recording available upon request. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Drivers and Behaviors of International Fishing Fleets in the Pacific: Implications for the Value of US Fisheries |
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Presenter(s): | James Watson, Assistant Professor, Oregon State University |
Date & Time: | 5 April 2022
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Drivers and Behaviors of International Fishing Fleets in the Pacific: Implications for the Value of US Fisheries - NOAA Inouye Regional Center (IRC) Seminar Series Presenter(s): James Watson, Assistant Professor, College of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences, Oregon State University Sponsor(s): NOAA Inouye Regional Center Seminar Contact(s): Kate Taylor (kate.taylor@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=mb16d3b87ed8f5f5e2891590cd90390aa ![]() Accessibility: Sign language interpreting services and closed captioning areavailable, but need to be requested at least 5 days before the event. Abstract: International fishing fleets operating in the highseas provide livelihoods and food security for people globally. Knowledge ofspatial dynamics, such as where vessels from different countries fish and whichcountries share fishing grounds, can inform international relations and fisheriesmanagement in this shared system. Further, new data such as AIS, combined withnew economic theory is enabling us to quantify the value of the oceans, and howit is impacted by climate change and international fleets. This work highlightsthat the high seas are social-ecological systems, and offers new perspectiveson their resilience. Bio(s): James Watson is an Assistant Professor in theCollege of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences at Oregon State University.James leads the Socio-Environmental Analysis Lab which applies tools fromecology, economics, behavioral science, and oceanography to study coupledhuman-natural interactions in the ocean. For his contributions tointerdisciplinary research, James has received the DARPA Young Faculty Awardand the Oceanography Society's Early Career Award. Slides, Recordings,Other materials: Materials and therecording will be available after the seminar by contacting seminar contactlisted above Subscribe to the NOAA Science SeminarSeries weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.govwith the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website formore information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Exploring productivity, growth, and run timing changes of Puget Sound Chum Salmon in the face of environmental variability and competition |
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Presenter(s): | Marisa Litz, Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife |
Date & Time: | 5 April 2022
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm ET |
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NOAAScience Seminar Series Title: Exploring productivity, growth, and run timing changes of Puget Sound Chum Salmon in the face of environmental variability and competition Presenter(s): Marisa Litz, Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife Sponsor(s): AFSC 2022 Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Abigail McCarthy, abigail.mccarthy@noaa.gov; Pearl Rojas, pearl.rojas@noaa.gov Remote Access: Join by computer at:https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=m1ed0abf6ef8744f2d5a296f2450c2e6f ![]() Abstract: Chum Salmon make up some of the highest returns of Pacific Salmon to Washington State and support robust commercial and recreational fisheries, even at the southernmost extent of their range. However, Chum Salmon productivity (recruits-per-spawner) has been declining in recent decades, which is in stark contrast with current record high abundances of Pink and Chum Salmon in the North Pacific. Washington Chum Salmon resources are closely monitored and managed by the state and Puget Sound Treaty Tribes, yet few studies have explored variation in abundance, growth, or migration timing of these populations over time. In a series of studies, we explored multidecadal shifts in population dynamics, growth, and migration phenology of Chum Salmon with respect to intra- and interspecific competition, harvest, predation, and environmental variability experienced across multiple scales over the life cycle. We found evidence of declining, non-stationary productivity related to large-scale oceanographic indices and odd-year Pink Salmon abundance, as well as density-dependent effects on Chum Salmon growth in the ocean. We also documented a shift towards earlier adult migration timing of South Puget Sound Chum Salmon in recent decades associated with freshwater availability and increasing pinniped abundance. Our results identify new indicators for forecasting and suggest additional ways of monitoring that could benefit in-season Chum Salmon management. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAAScience Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Green-Up in Interior Alaska: When and Why it Matters |
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Presenter(s): | Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy |
Date & Time: | 5 April 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
Location: | TBD |
Description: | ExpandTitle: Green-up in Interior Alaska: When and Why it Matters Presenter(s): Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP). Seminar Contact(s): Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), Alison Hayden (abhayden@alaska.edu) Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/greenup-2022/ ![]() Abstract: Green-up, that time when leaves burst forth from Alaska's deciduous trees has important implications for the seasonal ecology, society and even meteorology in the state. The unique multi-decadal record of green-up dates in Fairbanks has been used to develop a technique for forecasting this and related events in the Interior and more broadly in the boreal forest regions in Alaska. This webinar will be the third annual review of the green-up forecasting tools and will provide a look-ahead for green-up for Spring 2022. This webinar is co-sponsored by OneTree Alaska. Bio(s): Rick Thoman is the Alaska Climate Specialist at the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP). Rick Thoman is an expert in Alaska climate and weather. He produces reliable Alaska climate change information and graphics describing Alaska's changing environment. His work spans the bridge between climate modeling, Alaska communities and media. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | U.S. Southwest Drought Briefing: A Focus on Snowpack |
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Presenter(s): | Dave Simeral, Desert Research Institute; Jordan Clayton, Utah Snow Survey, USDA, Natural Resources Conservation Service |
Date & Time: | 5 April 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: U.S. Southwest Drought Briefing: A Focus on Snowpack Presenter(s): Dave Simeral, Desert Research Institute; and Jordan Clayton, Utah Snow Survey, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), USDA Southwest Climate Hub Seminar Contacts: Joel Lisonbee (joel.lisonbee@noaa.gov), NOAA/OAR Climate Program Office Register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4639505183515134222 ![]() Abstract: The Southwest has experienced an on-again, off-again winter snow pattern. As we prepare for the spring snowmelt, moderate to exceptional drought persists across the region. This drought briefing will focus on winter drought conditions and forecasts for spring for Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, and Utah. It will also take a closer look at April 1 snowpack conditions along with a deeper dive into snow measurement networks and how snowpack is measured across the West. Recordings: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Multi-Sensor Nearshore Bathymetric Mapping - IOCM Seminar series |
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Presenter(s): | Christopher Parrish, Associate Professor, Oregon State University |
Date & Time: | 5 April 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Multi-Sensor Nearshore Bathymetric Mapping Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping 2022 Seminar Series Presenter(s): Christopher Parrish, Associate Professor, Oregon State University, College of Engineering, School of Civil and Construction Engineering, Sponsor(s): NOAA Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping Program Seminar Contact(s): Amber Butler (amber.butler@noaa.gov) or Ashley Chappell (ashley.chappell@noaa.gov) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4953642251314704912 ![]() Abstract: The shallow nearshore zone adjacent to the shoreline is the most difficult coastal region in which to collect data, leading to a pervasive nearshore bathymetric data gap. This nearshore data void is so well known that it has been given a name: the coastal white ribbon. Unfortunately, the lack of shallow nearshore bathymetry presents impediments to a number of coastal science and management needs, ranging from inundation modeling to benthic habitat mapping to coastal resilience initiatives. Since no individual technology, platform, to data collection technique affords a complete solution to this challenge, multi-sensor/multi-platform approaches utilizing autonomous systems, UAS, aircraft, and satellites are of growing interest. This presentation will present results from a number of research projects focused on various platforms, sensors, and algorithms for addressing the nearshore data void. Bio(s): Christopher Parrish is an associate professor at Oregon State University (OSU). Prior to joining OSU in 2014, he served as lead physical scientist in the Remote Sensing Division of NOAA's National Geodetic Survey. Chris is president-elect of the American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS) and serves on the Science Advisory Council of the NOAA Cooperative Institute at OSU, the Cooperative Institute for Marine Ecosystem and Resources Studies. He is also an affiliate faculty member at the Center for Coastal and Ocean Mapping " Joint Hydrographic Center (CCOM-JHC) at the University of New Hampshire. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Materials and the recording will be available after the seminar by contacting iwgocm.staff@noaa.gov Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Advancements in the Northeast United States Atlantis ecosystem model |
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Presenter(s): | Joseph Caracappa, NOAA/NMFS Northeast Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 31 March 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Advancements in the Northeast United States Atlantis ecosystem model Presenter(s): Joseph Caracappa, NOAA/NMFS Northeast Fisheries Science Center Sponsor(s): U.S. Northeast Climate-Fisheries Seminar Series; coordinator is Vincent.Saba@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://meet.google.com/paw-jhrb-nzr ![]() Abstract: TBD Bio(s): TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the OneNOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. |
Title: | Spring Flood Outlook for the U.S. Eastern Region |
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Presenter(s): | Samantha Borisoff, Climatologist with the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell University, and Jason Elliott, NOAA/NWS/NERFC, and Rob Shedd, NOAA/NWS/MARFC |
Date & Time: | 31 March 2022
9:30 am - 10:30 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NOAA Eastern Region Climate Services Webinar/Spring Flood Outlook for the Eastern Region Presenter(s): Samantha Borisoff, Climatologist with the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell University, Jason Elliott, NOAA/NWS/Northeast River Forecast Center, and Rob Shedd, NOAA/NWS/Mid-Atlantic River Forecast Center Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service/National Centers for Environmental Information/Regional Climate Services. Seminar Contact(s): Ellen Mecray Remote Access: Please register here ![]() Abstract: The webinar will feature a recap of March conditions and Jason Elliott will review the NOAA Spring Flood Outlook for the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic River Forecast Center geographies. Bio(s): TBD Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: If interested in obtaining a PDF of the slides and/or the recording, see the Northeast Regional Climate Center ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Going Virtual (and a Bit Stir-Crazy): Lessons from and for Collaborative Science Amid a Pandemic |
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Presenter(s): | Susanne Moser, NERRS Science Collaborative |
Date & Time: | 30 March 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Going Virtual (and a Bit Stir-Crazy): Lessons from and for Collaborative Science Amid a Pandemic Presenter(s): Susi Moser, NERRS Science Collaborative, promundi@susannemoser.com Sponsor(s): This webinar is sponsored by the NERRS Science Collaborative Seminar Contact(s): Doug George (douglas.george@noaa.gov) or Nick Soberal (nsoberal@umich.edu) Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1512845957114468878 ![]() Abstract: In 2020, Susanne Moser - with support from the NERRS Science Collaborative team - began a study to better understand how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted collaborative science projects. While initially focused on the shift to virtual engagement, the study eventually expanded to assess the broader implications of the ongoing pandemic, the conduct and outcomes of collaborative science, and stakeholder engagement under such unusual and strenuous circumstances. Given the continually and rapidly changing conditions from the onset of the pandemic until now, all projects have had to adjust " but some more substantially than others. Drawing on project check-in notes and in-depth interviews with project and collaborative leads, this webinar will report back from this study to share insights on:
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Title: | Synechococcus abundance and biomass in the Northern Bering and Chukchi seas |
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Presenter(s): | Michael W. Lomas, Ph.D., National Center for Marine Algae and Microbiota (NCMA), Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences |
Date & Time: | 30 March 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Synechococcus abundance and biomass in the Northern Bering and Chukchi seas Presenter(s): Michael W. Lomas, Ph.D., National Center for Marine Algae and Microbiota (NCMA), Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences Sponsor(s): This seminar is part of NOAA's EcoFOCI bi-annual seminar series focused on the ecosystems of the North Pacific Ocean, Bering Sea and U.S. Arctic to improve understanding of ecosystem dynamics and applications of that understanding to the management of living marine resources. Since Oct 21, 1986, the seminar has provided an opportunity for research scientists and practitioners to meet, present, develop their ideas and provoke conversations on subjects pertaining to fisheries-oceanography or regional issues in Alaska's marine ecosystems, including the US Arctic. Visit the EcoFOCI webpage for more information, http://www.ecofoci.noaa.gov/. Seminar Contact(s): EcoFOCI Research Coordinator Heather Tabisola (heather.tabisola@noaa.gov) and EcoFOCI Zooplankton Ecologist Deana Crouser (deana.crouser@noaa.gov). Remote Access: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/891851101 ![]() You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (872) 240-3311 Access Code: 891-851-101 Accessibility: Abstract: Size structure of phytoplankton populations has been shown to be an important determinant of the flow of carbon and energy to higher trophic levels in Arctic ecosystems. Phytoplankton populations dominated by small (<10um) pico- and nanophytoplankton cells are generally dominated by eukaryotic flagellates that are tightly grazed by microzooplankton leading to increases in trophic length. General dogma suggests that the picocyanobacteria Synechococcus is detectable but comprises a negligible fraction of phytoplankton carbon in Arctic ecosystems. As part of the Arctic IERP sampling program, we quantified the abundance of the Synechococcus, and other picophytoplankton, during the spring to fall period between 2017-2019 in the Northern Bering and Chukchi Seas. Synechococcus abundances increased from <500 cells/ml in spring to >50,000 cells/ml in the fall around Kotzebue Sound. Furthermore, the spatial extent of regions with elevated Synecococcus abundances in late summer/fall, as well as the absolute abundances, increased from 2017 to 2019, coincident with increasing late summer/fall water temperatures. When integrated over the euphotic zone, Synechococcus contributed up to 40% of estimated total phytoplankton carbon during late summer/fall in Kotzebue sound and the region near Icy Cape. These observations support an increased importance of a previously marginal phytoplankton group during a warming period in the Chukchi Sea. The full implications of these changes in the phytoplankton community remain to be resolved. Bio(s): Michael W. Lomas is a senior research scientist and director of the National Center for Marine Algae and Microbiota (NCMA) at the Bigelow laboratory of ocean sciences. As a marine biogeochemist he has a broad interest in the role that phytoplankton diversity and physiology plays in mediating the key processes of the biological carbon pump, and associated macronutrient cycles. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Presentation slides may be requested directly from the speaker. This presentation may be recorded and if so, available on the NOAA PMEL YouTube Channel. Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Wildland fire behavior and factors contributing to risk in western U.S. events |
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Presenter(s): | Janice Coen, NCAR |
Date & Time: | 30 March 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAAScience Seminar Series Title: Wildland fire behavior and factors contributing to risk in western U.S. events NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series Presenter(s): Janice Coen, NCAR Sponsor(s): NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): jan.kazil@noaa.gov Remote Access: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7352382999330476044 Abstract: A variety of approaches have been used to investigate how wildland fires, both individually and as a population, respond to their environment, how fire behavior might differ in a changing climate, and how we might mitigate or shape these outcomes. Understanding and anticipating such responses have vast and expanding applications including fire management, land management, electric grid operations, insurance assessment, risk assessment, and community planning. No one approach answers all questions. Tools include statistical correlations and computational models ranging from sub-centimeter combustion fluid dynamics models to modules in general circulation models, designed to understand fire responses at different scales, with different levels of physics, and focus on individual vs. populations of fires. Reconciling and integrating conclusions from each is a community work in progress.By linking fire behavior to its environment " both how it responds to the atmosphere, fuels, and topography and how its heat release alters the atmosphere " we have used case studies applying the CAWFE coupled numerical weather prediction " wildland fire environment model to understand the unfolding of dozens of landscape-scale wildland fire events. Past research showed that by reproducing winds at hundreds of meter grid spacing and including the fire feedbacks on the weather, the distinguishing features of wildfire events could be reproduced " even recent outlier events " over a wide range of conditions. Here, we present recent work exploring fire behavior in understudied airflow regimes that are conducive to rapid fire spread in western U.S. fire events. Viewed from this physically-based modeling perspective, we can extract insight both into the mechanisms of why a fire behaved as it did and the relative important of broad factors (drought, fuel accumulation) speculated to be the cause, as well as what this means for assessing risk of similar events. Bio(s): Dr. Janice Coen ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: https://csl.noaa.gov/seminars/2022, contingent on speaker approval Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Sendan e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.govwith the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAAScience Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome yoursuggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Increasing river alkalinity slows ocean acidification in the northern Gulf of Mexico |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Fabian A. Gomez, Research Scientist at Northern Gulf Institute and NOAA/OAR's Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory - AOML |
Date & Time: | 30 March 2022
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Please share with anyone (NOAA or not) who might be interested; thanks. Title: Increasing river alkalinity slows ocean acidification in the northern Gulf of Mexico Presenter(s): Dr. Fabian A. Gomez,Research Scientist at Northern Gulf Institute and NOAA/OAR's Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory (AOML) Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) Science Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Varis.Ransi@noaa.gov, co-coordinator, NOAA/NOS Science Seminar Series Remote Access: This event is over. You can see the recording here: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/p2jgilf0g046/ ![]() 1. If you have downloaded and used Adobe Connect recently, you do not need to download it but you can test it here ![]() 2. If you have NOT used Adobe Connect, you must download Adobe connect ahead of time to use it, and your IT staff may need to do it. The download info is here ![]() ![]() 3. After downloading and testing Adobe Connect, register here: Attendees are muted during the webinar and audio is over the computer, so adjust the volume on your computer speakers or headset. Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: Ocean Acidification (OA) progression is affected by multiple factors, such as ocean warming, biological production, and river runoff. Here we used an ocean-biogeochemical model to examine the drivers of the OA spatiotemporal variability in the Gulf of Mexico (GoM) during 1981-2014. The model showed negative pH and aragonite saturation state trends (Ar), linked to increasing levels of atmospheric CO2, which were close to values reported for the Subtropical North Atlantic. However, significant departures from the basin-mean trends were obtained over the northern GoM inner shelf, where the sign of the trends was positive. Model sensitivity analyses showed that OA progression in this last region was counteracted by enhanced alkalinity from the Mississippi-Atchafalaya River System (MARS). The model results also showed interdecadal changes in the OA indicators linked to the1997-98 climate shift. We detected a stronger OA in the northern GoM shelf during 1999-2014, driven by interdecadal changes in the MARS's ratio of alkalinity to dissolved inorganic carbon. Away from the northern GoM shelf, surface warming during 1981-1998 and a weak surface cooling during 1999-2014 promoted a stronger positive trend for Ar while counteracted the trend changes for pH and partial pressure of CO2. Our findings highlight that river alkalinity is a key driver of the low-frequency carbon system variability and emphasize the need for considering realistic freshwater chemistry fluxes to properly assess acidification in coastal waters. Bio(s): Fabian Gomez is a Research Scientist at the Northern Gulf Institute and the Physical Oceanography Division at NOAA/OAR's Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory. He received his Ph.D. in Biological Oceanography from the Oregon State University in 2015 and did his postdoctoral research at University of Southern Mississippi. Dr. Gomez's research focuses on examining plankton and marine chemistry variability using three-dimensional high-resolution ocean-biogeochemical (BGC) models. He has expertise configuring ocean-BGC models in the Regional Ocean Model System (ROMS) and the GFDL's Modular Ocean Model (MOM). He is particularly interested in understanding how large-scale climate variability modes (such as ENSO, MJO, and AMO) impact regional marine ecosystems, and examining past and future changes in marine productivity and carbonate chemistry associated with anthropogenic climate change and ocean acidification. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sent to all who registered. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science SeminarSeries website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | A trait-based approach to understanding distribution patterns of reef fish across the Pacific |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Laura Richardson, Marie Skodowska-Curie Research Fellow at Bangor University, UK |
Date & Time: | 29 March 2022
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: A trait-based approach to understanding distribution patterns of reef fish across the Pacific - NOAA Inouye Regional Center (IRC) Seminar Series Presenter(s): Dr. Laura Richardson, Marie Skodowska-Curie Research Fellow at Bangor University (UK) Sponsor(s): NOAA Inouye Regional Center Seminar Contact(s): Kate Taylor, kate.taylor@noaa.gov Accessibility: Sign language interpreting services and closed captioning are available, but need to be requested at least 5 days before the event. Abstract: Ecosystems are maintained by diverse, often overlapping, functions carried out by multiple species operating across scales. Trait-based approaches to ecosystem assessment have rapidly evolved in the field of conservation ecology, designed to translate complex multivariate species data into synthetic, complementary, and sensitive indicators of ecosystem state. Providing alternative indices to traditional taxonomic descriptions, they account for the ecological roles of species and offer insight into the processes organizing communities. We use traits-based approaches on NOAA's Pacific RAMP monitoring dataset to understand spatial patterns and natural bounds of reef fish assemblages and identify whether and how humans alter observed patterns of ecological organization on Pacific reefs. Bio(s): Dr. Laura Richardson is a Marie Skodowska-Curie Research Fellowat Bangor University (UK), working with Gareth Williams (BU, UK) and Adel Heenan (Global Fishing Watch), in collaboration with Tye Kindinger, JamisonGove, and teams at NMFS Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center. Recording: Recording will be available 48 hours after the seminar. Reach out to the Seminar Contact, listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Practical Applications of Soil Moisture Information |
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Presenter(s): | Richard Heim, NOAA's National Centers for Environmental Information; Brad Pugh, NOAA Climate Prediction Center; and Laura Edwards, South Dakota State Climatologist |
Date & Time: | 29 March 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Tittle: Soil Moisture Webinar Series " Practical Applications of Soil Moisture Information Presenter(s):
Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), National Weather Service Seminar Contacts: Marina Skumanich (marina.skumanich@noaa.gov) Abstract: The National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) and the National Weather Service (NWS) are hosting two webinars on soil moisture data and applications. These webinars are intended to help NWS operational forecasters and other weather & climate service providers better understand soil moisture monitoring and its practical applications.The first webinar, held on March 29, will feature presentations from climate service professionals on how soil moisture informs their decision making. Recordings: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Ancient Algal Blooms: Comparing historic and modern cyanobacteria and cyanotoxin dynamics in the tropics and subtropics over the last 5000 years |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Matthew Waters, Associate Professor of Environmental Sciences, Auburn University |
Date & Time: | 29 March 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Ancient Algal Blooms: Comparing historic and modern cyanobacteria and cyanotoxin dynamics in the tropics and subtropics over the last 5000 years Presenter(s): Dr. Matthew Waters, Associate Professor of Environmental Sciences, Auburn University Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) Science Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Varis.Ransi@noaa.gov, co-coordinator NOAA NOS Science Seminar SeriesRecording: You can find the recording here: >https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/p36nse3exr4p/> Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: The global occurrence of harmful algal blooms (HABs) is believed to be increasing in response to warming and anthropogenic impacts. Land use change, hydrological modifications, nutrient dynamics, biological interactions and other drivers have been identified as triggers for HAB development. Whereas modern HAB processes are being determined, placing HABs in a historical context could benefit future models and projections of HAB occurrences. Here, paleolimnological tools were applied to tropical and subtropical lakes to document the development of dense cyanobacteria communities from the middle Holocene to the present (last ~5000 years). We utilized paleolimnological techniques to infer past allochthonous inputs (nutrients, organic matter, metals), hydrological modifications, and autochthonous responses (photosynthetic pigments, cyanotoxins) in USA subtropical lakes and Lake Amatitln, Guatemala. Paleolimnological results suggest that historic HABs and cyanobacteria development are linked with hydrological change and alterations to nutrient inputs from terrestrial land use. Lake Amatitln showed historic hypereutrophic conditions due to Prehistoric Maya settlements in the water shed with ancient HABs rivaling modern hypereutrophic conditions. Analysis of sedimentary cyanotoxins show new linkages between known drivers of cyanotoxin production (N and P) and other elements typically not included in modern monitoring efforts (Fe). These results suggest that HAB occurrences are not unique to the modern era and that historic HAB development is triggered by a multitude of drivers. Bio(s): Dr. Matthew Waters is an Associate Professor of Environmental Sciences at Auburn University where he leads the Auburn Paleoenvironmental Laboratory. Trained as a classic limnologist and paleolimnologist, Dr. Waters and his students attempt to develop and apply geochemical analysis on sediment cores collected from natural lake systems to better understand the ecological dynamics of cyanobacteria and the triggers of cyanotoxin production. His studies focus on the SE USA and Mesoamerica. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sent to all who registered. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Automated probabilistic echo solving: a scalable Bayesian inverse approach for fisheries acoustics |
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Presenter(s): | Sam Urmy, PhD, Fisheries biologist, NOAA/NMFS Alaska Fisheries Science Center, Midwater Assessment and Conservation and Engineering |
Date & Time: | 29 March 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Automated probabilistic echo solving: ascalable Bayesian inverse approach for fisheries acoustics Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS Alaska Fisheries Science Center (AFSC) 2022 Seminar Series Presenter(s): Sam Urmy, PhD, Fisheries biologist, NOAA/NMFS Alaska FIsheries Science Center, MIdwater Assessment and Conservation and Engineering (MACE) Seminar Contact(s): Abigail McCarthy, abigail.mccarthy@noaa.gov; Pearl Rojas, pearl.rojas@noaa.gov Abstract: Identifying echo sign is a perennial challenge in fisheries acoustics. Most practitioners classify acoustic backscatter using a combination of direct sampling (such as research trawls)and contrasts between different echosounder frequencies, then estimate abundance by integrating the echo energy at a single frequency. While time-tested, this approach struggles with species mixtures, and discards multi-frequency information when integrating. Inverse methods do not have these limitations, but are seldom used, because their species identifications are often ambiguous and their algorithms complicated to implement. We address these shortcomings with a probabilistic, Bayesian inversion method. Like other inversion methods, it handles species mixtures, uses all available frequencies, and extends naturally to broadband signals. Unlike prior approaches, it leverages Bayesian priors to rigorously incorporate information from direct sampling and biological knowledge, constraining the inversion and reducing ambiguity in species identification. Because it is probabilistic, it can be trusted to run automatically: it should not produce solutions that are both wrong and confident. Unlike some data-driven machine learning models, it is based on acoustical scattering processes, so its inferences are physically interpretable. Finally, the approach is straightforward to implement using existing Bayesian libraries, and is easily parallelized for large datasets. We present examples using simulations and field data from the Gulf of Alaska, and discuss possible extensions and applications of the method. Subscribe to theNOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | California-Nevada Winter Drought & Climate Status Update |
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Presenter(s): | Ben Hatchett, Western Regional Climate Center, Desert Research Institute, Nathan Patrick, NWS California-Nevada River Forecast Center, Leslie Roche, University of California Cooperative Extension |
Date & Time: | 28 March 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Titles and Presenter(s): Drought & Climate Update Ben Hatchett | Western Regional Climate Center, Desert Research Institute Drought & Climate Outlook Nathan Patrick | NWS California-Nevada River Forecast Center California Rangeland Status Leslie Roche | University of California Cooperative Extension Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), California Nevada Climate Applications Program (CNAP), National Weather Service, Western Regional Climate Center (WRCC), Nevada State Climate Office, Desert Research Institute POC: Amanda Sheffield, NOAA/NIDIS, amanda.sheffield@noaa.gov Abstract: According to the March 8 U.S. Drought Monitor, 100% of CA/NV is in drought, with 22.2% in Extreme (D3) or Exceptional (D4) Drought. Most of the western U.S. was exceptionally dry in February, with record low total precipitation at over 200 SNOTEL sites. In California, the driest January and February in state history has led to a March 1 statewide snowpack of less than 70% of average, down from 160% at the start of the new year. With low reservoir carryover, the impacts of snow drought will reach into summer and beyond. The California-Nevada Drought Early Warning System (CA-NV DEWS) March 2022 Drought & Climate Outlook Webinar is part of a series of regular drought and climate outlook webinars designed to provide stakeholders and other interested parties in the region with timely information on current drought status and impacts, as well as a preview of current and developing climatic events (i.e. El Nio and La Nia).. Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. See https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.php |
Title: | Three Minute Thesis Webinar on NOAA's Hydrology Efforts: Water, Water Everywhere! |
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Presenter(s): | Ryan Fliehman, Hydrometeorologist, NOAA National Weather Service Ohio River Forecast Center; Peggy Lee, Techniques and Development Hydrologist, NOAA National Water Center; JJ Gourley, Research Hydrometeorologist, NOAA National Severe Storms Laboratory; Scott Young, Hydrologist, NOAA NWS Ohio River Forecast Center; Britt Westergard, Senior Service Hydrologist, NOAA NWS Forecast Office - Albany, New York; Dustin Goering, Senior Hydrologist, NOAA NWS North Central River Forecast Center; Nhan Dang, Hydrologist, NOAA NWS North Central River Forecast Center; Kevin Low, Service Coordination Hydrologist, NOAA NWS Missouri Basin River Forecast Center; Janet Intrieri, Research Scientist, NOAA Physical Science Laboratory |
Date & Time: | 25 March 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Three Minute Thesis Webinar on NOAA's Hydrology Efforts: Water, Water Everywhere! Presenter(s): - Ryan Fliehman, Hydrometeorologist, NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) Ohio River Forecast Center; - Peggy Lee, Techniques and Development Hydrologist, NOAA National Water Center; - JJ Gourley, Research Hydrometeorologist, NOAA OAR National Severe Storms Laboratory; - Scott Young, Hydrologist, NOAA National Weather Service Ohio River Forecast Center; - Britt Westergard, Senior Service Hydrologist, NOAA NWS Forecast Office - Albany, New York; - Dustin Goering, Senior Hydrologist, NOAA NWS North Central River Forecast Center; - Nhan Dang, Hydrologist, NOAA NWS North Central River Forecast Center; - Kevin Low, Service Coordination Hydrologist, NOAA NWS Missouri Basin River Forecast Center; - Janet Intrieri, Research Scientist, NOAA OAR Physical Science Laboratory Sponsor(s): NOAA Regional Collaboration Network Seminar Contact(s): Keli Pirtle, keli.pirtle@noaa.gov and Bethany Perry, bethany.perry@noaa.gov Abstract: Nine NOAA colleagues each have one slide and three minutes to share experiences and information about NOAA's role related to hydrology. From studies of the past, current operations and initiatives, to innovative research - the audience will have a chance to hear straight from the experts on a wide array of water-related topics. In addition, presenters will address questions from the audience. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Recording will be made available shortly after the seminar at: https://www.noaa.gov/regions/central-region-thesis-webinar-recordings Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | What determines how well an estuary neutralizes acids? A case study of alkalinity in the Chesapeake Bay’s tidal tributaries |
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Presenter(s): | Raymond Najjar, Ph.D., Professor of Oceanography, The Pennsylvania State University |
Date & Time: | 24 March 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science Seminar SeriesThis webinar is over. You may view the recording here: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/p7vmmq4e8hm2/ ![]() Title: What determines how well an estuary neutralizes acids? A case study of alkalinity in the Chesapeake Bay's tidal tributaries Presenter(s): Raymond Najjar, Professor of Oceanography, The Pennsylvania State University Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) Science Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Varis.Ransi@noaa.gov, co-coordinator NOAA NOS Science Seminar SeriesRecording: You may view the recording here: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/p7vmmq4e8hm2/ ![]() Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: Alkalinity, which is the capacity of a water body to neutralize acid, is a useful quantity when studying the cycling of carbon in water bodies, including estuaries. Interest in estuarine alkalinity is growing due to concerns about ocean acidification, which is driven by the invasion of carbon dioxide of human origin (e.g., fossil fuel burning) and the decomposition of algal blooms caused by nutrient over-enrichment. However, there have been few analyses of estuarine alkalinity spanning multiple seasons and years. Here, I present an analysis of more than 25,000 alkalinity measurements made throughout numerous tidal tributaries of Chesapeake Bay, a large coastal-plain estuary in the eastern United States. Average alkalinity levels in tidal fresh regions varied dramatically (a factor of six) among seven tidal tributaries. Alkalinity was found to increase over several decades at several locations, due to alkalinity increases in the rivers draining to Chesapeake Bay and probably a reduction in the processes that remove alkalinity from estuarine waters. Evidence also supports the role of an invasive species, the Asiatic Clam, in the alkalinity removal in the Potomac River Estuary. More generally, I find evidence that tidal tributaries fed by high alkalinity rivers consume alkalinity while tidal tributaries that are fed by lowalkalinity rivers produce alkalinity. For a single estuarine system, the Chesapeake Bay has a wide range of alkalinity levels and a wide variety of processes that influence its alkalinity. Therefore, the Chesapeake Bay can serve as a laboratory for studying the alkalinity of many of the world's estuaries and, more generally, for understanding estuarine acidification. Bio(s): Raymond Najjar is a Professor of Oceanography in the Department of Meteorology and Atmospheric Science at The Pennsylvania State University, where he has been on the faculty since 1993. He has a Ph.D. in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences from Princeton University and was a post-doctoral fellow at the National Center for Atmospheric Research. Dr. Najjar has conducted research on a variety of topics in oceanography, climate science, and hydrology, with current interests focused on how coastal waters are influenced by climate change and pollution. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Within a few days of the webinar, a link to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sent to all who registered. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Deep, dark, and diverse – an exploration of hydrothermal vent plume community composition and function |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Matthew Harke, Research Scientist, Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute |
Date & Time: | 24 March 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Deep, dark, and diverse " an exploration of hydrothermal vent plume community composition and function Part of the NOAA Omics Seminar Series Presenter(s): Dr. Matthew Harke, Research Scientist, Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute Sponsor(s): NOAA Omics Working Group Seminar Contact(s): Katharine Egan, NOAA OAR 'Omics Coordinator, noaa.omics@noaa.gov Abstract: Deep under the surface of the ocean, beyond the reach of the sun, hydrothermal activity supports a vast diversity of organisms promoted by chemosynthetic primary production. These biological hot spots are still sparsely sampled, and our current knowledge is limited to snapshots in space in time. As such, it is still difficult to evaluate the role of isolation and dispersal in shaping the biogeography of deep-sea hydrothermal vents, particularly when considering microbial organisms. In July of 2021, as part of the OceanX Young Explorers Program, we set out to explore the Moytirra vent field along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge north of the Azores, with a goal of characterizing the diversity of organisms inhabiting vent plumes and how community composition and function changes with distance from the vent site. A transect was conducted within a plume collecting samples at 200m intervals across 2.4 km following the plume turbidity gradient. Samples were sequenced using both metabarcoding and metatranscriptome to assess the diversity and function of organisms within the plume and how it relates to biogeochemistry and distance from vent origin. Bio(s): Matt Harke, Ph.D., is a Research Scientist at the Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute (GMGI) leading the Ecosystem Function and Health program. He is a biological oceanographer by training and his research focuses on understanding the diversity and function of microorganisms in the environment and how that relates to ecosystem function and resilience. Before joining GMGI, he was an Associate Research Scientist at Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory where he used metatranscriptomics to characterize the distribution, composition, and function of microorganisms in situ and in response to physical and chemical changes. He completed his MS and PhD at Stony Brook University investigating a range of topics including harmful algal bloom ecology (both fresh and marine), benthic-pelagic coupling, and microbial ecology. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: A recording of this presentation will be made available on the NOAA Omics website. View past omics seminar recordings here: https://sciencecouncil.noaa.gov/NOAA-Science-Technology-Focus-Areas/NOAA-Omics Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Monitoring the Recovery of the Ozone Layer |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Larry Flynn, Research Scientist, NOAA NESDIS-STAR & Ozone Team lead |
Date & Time: | 24 March 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Monitoring the Recovery of the Ozone Layer Presenter(s): Dr. Larry Flynn, Research Scientist, NOAA NESDIS-STAR & Ozone Team lead Sponsor(s): NOAA/NESDIS GOES-R Program Office, Satellite Book Club (SBC). Please click here ![]() Seminar Contact(s): Kashaud.Bowman@noaa.gov, NOAA/NESDIS Abstract: Fifty years ago the World was faced with a growing threat to the atmosphere. This talk considers the progression from a problem to a solution for the damage to the ozone layer as an example of how the nations of the World responded to a threat. It traces the sequence of advances in recognizing and understanding the problem and in the progression of remote sensing methods and records for quantifying the destruction of atmospheric ozone. Bio(s): For the last twenty-six years, Dr. Larry Flynn has been a research scientist with NOAA/NESDIS. His duties include research and analysis for validation, algorithm development, and calibration of existing and next generation satellite ozone sensors. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: 2020 YouTube Session Recordings can be found here ![]() ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Best Practice Data Standards for Discrete Chemical Oceanographic Observations |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Liqing Jiang, NOAA/NCEI |
Date & Time: | 23 March 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Best Practice Data Standards for Discrete Chemical Oceanographic Observations Presenter(s): Liqing Jiang, NOAA/NCEI Sponsor(s): NOAA Ocean Color Coordinating Group (NOCCG) Seminar Contact(s): Merrie.Neely@noaa.gov Abstract: Effective data management plays a key role in oceanographic research as cruise-based data, collected from different laboratories and expeditions, are commonly compiled to investigate regional to global oceanographic processes. Here we describe new and updated best practice data standards for discrete chemical oceanographic observations, specifically those dealing with column header abbreviations, quality control flags, missing value indicators, and standardized calculations of certain properties. These data standards have been developed with the goals of improving the current practices of the scientific community and promoting their international usage. These guidelines are intended to standardize data files for data sharing and submission into permanent archives. They will facilitate future quality control and synthesis efforts and lead to better data interpretation. In turn, this will promote research in ocean biogeochemistry, such as studies of carbon cycling and ocean acidification, on regional to global scales. Bio(s): Liqing Jiang (Associate Research Scientist, UMD) is a chemical oceanographer specializing in the study of inorganic carbon cycling and ocean acidification. He received his Ph.D in Oceanography from the University of Georgia in 2009 and did his postdoctoral research at Yale University. Dr. Jiang has been working at NOAA's National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI) through the Cooperative Institute for Climate and Satellites (CISESS) since 2011. He is currently the lead principal investigator of the Ocean Carbon and Acidification Data System (OCADS) project, which is partially funded by NOAA's Ocean Acidification Program (OAP). In addition to data management, Dr. Jiang has also been leading the North American coastal synthesis project, and doing a lot of research in terms of the distribution of the global OA indicators. Slides, Recordings Other Materials: available 24-48 hours following the seminar at this link: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars_NOCCG.php Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars.php |
Title: | NOAA Science Reports: Sustainable Use and Stewardship of Ocean and Coastal Resources |
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Presenter(s): | Kara Meckley, Dr. Jenny Litz, Dr. Andrea Gomez, and Alex De Robertis, all with NOAA Fisheries |
Date & Time: | 23 March 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Sustainable Use and Stewardship of Ocean and Coastal Resources NOAA Science Report Seminar Series Presenter(s): Moderator: Michael Liddle, Office of FIS Program Director, NOAA Fisheries Office of Science and Technology "Fish Production Calculator a tool for managing Salt Marsh and Seagrass Habitats" Kara Meckley, Division Chief, Habitat Protection Division, NOAA Fisheries Office of Habitat Conservation"Gulf of Mexico Marine Assessment Program for Protected Species (GOMMAPPS) Provides Updated Spatial Density and Distribution Models for Cetaceans and Sea Turtles in the Gulf" Dr. Jenny Litz, Marine Mammal Branch Chief, National Marine Fisheries Service, Southeast Fisheries Science Center, Marine Mammal Branch "Evaluating Satellite-Based Sea Surface Temperatures and In Situ Observations, and Coral Symbioses in Southwestern Puerto Rico" - Dr. Andrea Gomez, Communications Specialist, NOAA Fisheries; Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office"Innovative Sonar Technologies Help Scientists Track Commercially Valuable Fish Stocks in Alaska" - Alex De Robertis, Research Fishery Biologist, NOAA Fisheries, Alaska Fisheries Science Center Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library and NOAA Research and Development Enterprise Committee Seminar Contact(s): Library Seminars - library.seminars@noaa.gov Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: The NOAA Science Report celebrates NOAA's R&D by showcasing science highlights, bibliometrics, NOAA's scientific workforce, and more. This seminar features 4 projects from the 2021 NOAA Science Report related to the sustainable use and stewardship of ocean and coastal resources. Keywords: NOAA Science Report, Oceans, Coastal Bio(s): In her role, Kara is responsible for overseeing the national coordination and strategic implementation of key NOAA Fisheries habitat-related mandates. One of her priorities is working with others to better understand the linkage between habitat availability and fisheries productivity. She continues to explore how this data can be used to inform fishery management decisions and investments in habitat conservation. Prior to joining NOAA Fisheries in 2007, she spent five years as a program analyst in the National Ocean Service supporting the Coral Reef Conservation Program.Dr. Jenny Litz started at the Southeast Fisheries Science Center as a college intern more than 20 years ago and has recently transitioned into the Marine Mammal Branch Chief position. In between, she was a research biologist with a focus on marine mammal health, stranding trends, population structure and the impacts of the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill on marine mammals. She is the Program Manager for the marine mammal portion of the Gulf of Mexico Marine Assessment Program for Protected Species (GoMMAPPS) which will be the focus of today's presentation. Dr. Andrea Gomez began working with NOAA Fisheries in 2021 as a Communications Specialist. She is originally from California, with a background in marine biology and animal husbandry. She was a NOAA CESSRST EPP Fellow for both her M.S. and doctorate, with her graduate research focused on remote sensing and coral reefs. Alex De Robertis is a fisheries biologist at the Alaska Fisheries Science Center's Midwater and Conservation Engineering program. He works in a group that conducts acoustic-trawl surveys of fish in Alaska to help manage commercial fisheries and research to improve these surveys. It is challenging and interesting work, focused on improving acoustic, optical, and trawl sampling methods. Alex earned a B.S. in Biology from UCLA and a PhD from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. He has been fortunate to interact with a wide variety of interesting colleagues and work with sampling platforms ranging from inflatable boats to icebreakers, buoys, ocean-going robots, and moorings on the seafloor. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | VAWS: Subjective Evaluation of Sea Ice Guidance at Operational Ice Centers |
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Presenter(s): | Eugene Petrescu, NOAA's National Weather Service |
Date & Time: | 23 March 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: VAWS - Subjective Evaluation of Sea Ice Guidance at Operational Ice Centers Presenter(s): Eugene Petrescu, NOAA's National Weather Service (NWS) Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR Climate Program Office and Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contact(s): Genie.Bey@noaa.gov, Tina Buxbaum (tmbuxbaum@alaska.edu) & Danielle Meeker (demeeker@alaska.edu) Recording: https://uaf-accap.org/event/mar-2022-vaws/ ![]() Abstract: Sea ice models have shown significant improvements over the past decade as targeted research to better understand physical processes related to sea ice evolution were incorporated into the models. This has been driven by the rapid changes in sea ice and the impacts on communities and transportation activities in the Arctic. This is also increasing the need for expanded and improved sea ice forecasting capabilities from the US National Ice Center (USNIC) and the Alaska Sea Ice Program (ASIP). With new operational models and improving ice guidance, the ice centers wanted to see how this information could be leveraged to improve sea ice forecasts and potentially expand sea ice services in the future. A Sea Ice Guidance Evaluation Project led by the Arctic Testbed and Proving Ground was initiated to help answer some of these questions and to facilitate feedback between the ice centers and the sea ice modeling community to further improve the guidance. An overview of the project will be presented. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above, under Past Events. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | The zooplankton community in the north Bering Sea responds differently to contrasting warm and cold periods |
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Presenter(s): | David G. Kimmel, Ph.D., NOAA Alaska Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 23 March 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The zooplankton community in the north Bering Sea responds differently to contrasting warm and cold periods Presenter(s): David G. Kimmel, Ph.D., NOAA Alaska Fisheries Science Center Sponsor(s): This seminar is part of NOAA's EcoFOCI bi-annual seminar series focused on the ecosystems of the North Pacific Ocean, Bering Sea and U.S. Arctic to improve understanding of ecosystem dynamics and applications of that understanding to the management of living marine resources. Since Oct 21, 1986, the seminar has provided an opportunity for research scientists and practitioners to meet, present, develop their ideas and provoke conversations on subjects pertaining to fisheries-oceanography or regional issues in Alaska's marine ecosystems, including the US Arctic. Visit the EcoFOCI webpage for more information, http://www.ecofoci.noaa.gov/. Seminar Contact(s): EcoFOCI Research Coordinator Heather Tabisola (heather.tabisola@noaa.gov) and EcoFOCI Zooplankton Ecologist Deana Crouser (deana.crouser@noaa.gov). Accessibility: Abstract: Time-series observations were used to determine zooplankton community changes in the northern (> 60N) Bering Sea (NBS) over a 17-year period (2002-2018). The overall objective was to determine if the observed changes in zooplankton populations previously described for the southeastern Bering Sea shelf (< 60 N) and during limited years in the NBS were also observed in the NBS over alternating climate stanzas. Particular attention was paid to more recent (2014-2018) years that showed unprecedented losses of sea ice in the NBS (2018) in comparison to a prior warm period (2003-2005) and an intervening cold period (2006-2013). Zooplankton abundance was examined in a multivariate framework (redundancy analysis) to find correlations with environmental conditions and abundance anomalies were used to highlight changes in individual taxa over time. The NBS zooplankton community had contrasting responses across each warm and cold period and the primary driver for the differences in response was sea ice. The zooplankton community had positive anomalies for small copepod and meroplankton abundance and negative anomalies for Calanus spp. abundance during the most recent warm period relative to the cold period. Redundancy analysis demonstrated that the zooplankton community during the second warm period experienced greater variability compared to the prior warm period. This suggested that the zooplankton community may show some resilience to moderate reductions in sea ice, as was observed in 2002-2005, but responded rapidly once a threshold in ice extent and timing of retreat was reached. The shifts in the zooplankton community that we observed may have cascading effects on higher trophic levels and these projected impacts may have already been evident during the latter warm period. Bio(s): David Kimmel is the lead research oceanographer for the Zooplankton team in support of NOAA's Alaska Fisheries Science Center. He received his PhD in Marine-Estuarine-Environmental Science in 2001 from the University of Maryland. His research expertise is in biological oceanography, zooplankton ecology, coastal ecology, climate impacts on ecosystems, and quantitative ecology. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Presentation slides may be requested directly from the speaker. This presentation may be recorded and if so, available on the NOAA PMEL YouTube Channel. Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | The Harmful Algal Bloom Assessment of Lake Okeechobee (HALO): Innovative monitoring technologies providing multidisciplinary insights into HAB dynamics and internal nutrient loading |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Jordon Beckler, Assistant Research Professor, Geochemistry and Geochemical Sensing Lab, Florida Atlantic University Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute & Institute for Sensing and Embedded Network Systems Engineering |
Date & Time: | 23 March 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The Harmful Algal Bloom Assessment of Lake Okeechobee (HALO): Innovative monitoring technologies providing multidisciplinary insights into HAB dynamics and internal nutrient loading Great Lakes Seminar Series Presenter(s): Jordon Beckler " Assistant Research Professor, Geochemistry and Geochemical Sensing Lab, Florida Atlantic University Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute & Institute for Sensing and Embedded Network Systems Engineering (I-SENSE) Sponsor(s): NOAA Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory (NOAA GLERL) and the Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research (CIGLR) Seminar Contact(s): Mary Ogdahl, ogdahlm@umich.edu Abstract: Annual blooms of Microcystis aeruginosa on Lake Okeechobee have increased in intensity over the last few decades, drastically affecting lake water quality and ecology as well as the health of surrounding coastal water bodies receiving lake inflows. As part of the State of Florida Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Innovative Technologies program, our team employed a comprehensive suite of innovative monitoring technologies alongside more conventional techniques over CY 2021 to unravel HAB ecological, optical, and biogeochemical dynamics. Some techniques to be highlighted included remote sensing (satellite and a long-duration fixed-location i.e. Seaprism), in situ holography (AUTOHOLO), acoustic sensing (AZFP), an Autonomous Surface Vehicle, and fixed-location water quality sensors (LOBOs). This presentation will focus, however, on novel findings related to sediment biogeochemistry and internal nutrient loading. We combined routine sediment sampling and analyses with deployments of a novel benthic lander for in situ nutrient and toxin flux monitoring. To better understand the controls of sediment nutrient generation and release, we obtained voltammetric (electrochemical) measurements of the sediment respiratory environment (aerobic and anaerobic respiration). Findings suggest that both nitrogen and phosphorous speciation and solubility may be coupled to iron cycling via mineral associations and iron-catalyzed transformations, and that diffusive vs. resuspension fluxes play disparate roles with respect to nitrogen vs. phosphorous benthic fluxes. Overall, these dependencies may regulate both the intensity and timing of HABs over hourly to decadal timescales, with important implications for both passive and active mitigation strategies. Bio(s): Dr. Beckler is an Assistant Research Professor at Florida Atlantic University, with a joint appointment with the Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute, the Institute of Sensing and Embedded Network and Systems Engineering (I-SENSE), and the Chemistry Department. As the PI of the Geochemistry and Geochemical Sensing Lab, his group's research centers around unraveling sediment biogeochemical processes in near-surface sediments and connections to ecosystem health. The lab develops and commercializes innovative technologies for monitoring sediment geochemistry (microbial respiration pathways/redox/nutrients) and exchanges with the water column (benthic fluxes). Current projects include monitoring Lake Okeechobee harmful algae blooms (FL DEP, EPA), the fluxes of carbon, iron, and CDOM from continental margin areas (NASA), and the exploration of submarine sink blue holes offshore in the Gulf of Mexico (NOAA). Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Recording will be made available shortly after the seminar at: https://ciglr.seas.umich.edu/event/032322-jordon-beckler/ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint (ACF) Drought and Water Monthly Webinar |
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Presenter(s): | David Zierden, Florida Climate Center; Tom Littlepage, ADECA Office of Water Resources; Paul Ankcorn, USGS South Atlantic Water Science Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Jody Huang, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mobile District; Samantha Lucas, Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve; and Meredith Muth, NOAA NIDIS |
Date & Time: | 22 March 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Presenter(s): David Zierden, Florida Climate Center; Tom Littlepage, ADECA Office of Water Resources; Paul Ankcorn, USGS South Atlantic Water Science Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Jody Huang, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mobile District; Samantha Lucas, Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve; Meredith Muth, NOAA NIDIS Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), Auburn University Water Resources Center Seminar Contact(s): Meredith.Muth@noaa.gov, NOAA/NIDIS Abstract: The Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint (ACF) River Basin Drought Assessment Webinar is part of a monthly (twice a month during drought status) webinar series designed to provide stakeholders, water-resource managers, and other interested parties in the ACF region with timely information on current drought status, seasonal forecasts and outlooks, streamflow conditions and forecasts, groundwater conditions, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir conditions. Recordings: Yes, you can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Hook, Line, and Sinker: How Puget Sound Recreational Fisheries are Managed |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Kirsten Simonsen, Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife |
Date & Time: | 22 March 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Hook, Line, and Sinker: How Puget Sound Recreational Fisheries are Managed Presenter(s): Dr. Kirsten Simonsen, Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife Sponsor(s): AFSC 2022 Seminar SeriesSeminar Contacts: Abigail McCarthy, abigail.mccarthy@noaa.gov; Pearl Rojas, pearl.rojas@noaa.gov Abstract: Recreational fishing is a multi-million dollar a year industry in Washington state alone, supporting over 15,000 jobs throughout the state, and catering to almost a million anglers annually. Managing these fisheries to ensure sustainability, while providing diverse opportunities, is vitally important. For salmon fisheries in the Puget Sound Region, this task is further complicated by the fact that many Puget Sound salmon stocks, including the iconic Chinook, or King, Salmon, are a listed species under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Providing fishing opportunities directed on salmon in the Puget Sound Region is a delicate balancing act between sustainability, rebuilding wild salmon runs, Tribal ceremonial and subsistence fisheries, commercial fisheries, and recreational fisheries. This talk will briefly describe the salmon season setting process, known as North of Falcon, and how this balance isachieved. I will also discuss how in-season monitoring and management is conducted in both the marine and freshwaterenvironment. In the marine areas, acombination of test fishing, boat sampling, and dockside creel sampling are used to collect information on effort and total encounters to ensure fisheries staywithin agreed upon quotas. In thefreshwater areas, salmon can be counted at designated choke points as they moveup the river, allowing managers to estimate the total number of fish that willreach spawning grounds. For each ofthese systems, I will discuss the specific methods used, challenges faced, andproposed ideas to expand monitoring. Withincreasing population size and more pressure on the environment and naturalresources than ever, effective management is critical, and will only beaccomplished through effective monitoring of these resources. Subscribe to theNOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAAScience Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | In search of bioluminescent milky seas with the VIIRS Day/Night Band |
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Presenter(s): | Dr Steve Miller, Director, Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere, Professor, Department of Atmospheric Science. Colorado State University |
Date & Time: | 21 March 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: In search of bioluminescent milky seas with the VIIRS Day/Night Band Presenter(s): Dr Steve MillerDirector, Cooperative Institute for Research in theAtmosphere Professor, Department of Atmospheric Science. ColoradoState University Sponsor(s): NOAA JPSS Program Seminar Contact(s): Bill Sjoberg (bill.sjoberg@noaa.gov) Abstract: A new generation of low-light sensing satellites has demonstrated the ability to detect a form of widespread marine bioluminescence. The so-called Milky Sea describes a rarely encountered phenomenon thought to be caused by luminous bacteria. The widespread and steady nature of the glow imparts a "snowfield" effect to large swaths of the ocean surface at night. Captured in the seafaring adventure novels Twenty-Thousand Leagues under the Seas and Moby Dick, but never on film, Milky Seas remain a modern-day science mystery in terms of their formation mechanisms, structure, composition, life-cycle, and climatological implications. This presentation shows first examples of Milky Seas as detected by theDay/Night Band of the Visible/Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS), aNOAA-operated satellite sensor on board the Joint Polar Satellite System constellation. We highlight a massive (100,000 square km) Milky Sea that occurred south of Java in 2019. The demonstrated capability to observe Milky Seas from the DNB paves the way toward new research and possible physical deployment to an event in-progress, bringing scientific closure to a long-standing mystery of the high seas, and fantastic tale of maritime lore! Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | March 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing |
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Presenter(s): | Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy |
Date & Time: | 18 March 2022
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: March 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing Presenter(s): Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR and Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contact(s): Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), NOAA/OAR ClimateProgram Office, Tina Buxbaum (tmbuxbaum@alaska.edu) & Danielle Meeker (demeeker@alaska.edu) Recording: https://uaf-accap.org/event/march-2022-nws-briefing/ ![]() Abstract: We will review recent and current climate conditions around Alaska, review some forecast tools and finish up the Climate Prediction Center's forecast for April 2022 and the early spring season. Join the gathering online to learn what's happened and what may be in store with Alaska's seasonal climate. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Living Between a Rock and Hard Place: Microbial Life in the Deep sea and Potential Impacts of Deep-sea Mining |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Beth N. Orcutt, Senior Research Scientist, Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences |
Date & Time: | 17 March 2022
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Living Between a Rock and Hard Place: Microbial Life in the Deep sea and Potential Impacts of Deep-sea Mining Presenter(s): Dr. Beth N. Orcutt, Senior Research Scientist, Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar contact: Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3355845148214339087 ![]() Abstract: The global market for rare minerals is growing rapidly, which is driving interest in mining these resources from the seafloor as part of the emergent deep-sea mining industry. The recent National Strategy for Mapping, Exploring, and Characterizing the United States Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) prioritizes mapping, exploration and characterization of seafloor resources, including those enriched in critical minerals. In partnership with the Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument (PMNM) and Ocean Exploration Trust, Dr. Orcutt is characterizing mineral and microbial resources of unexplored seamounts within the Monument. She recently had the great honor to participate in the Luuaeaahikiikapapak expedition to explore the Voyager Seamounts in southwestern PMNM, and in April she will be the Lead Scientist on E/V Nautilus expedition Luuaeaahikiikekumu to explore seamounts of the Liliuokalani Ridge in the northwestern PMNM. While the Monument is protected from deep-sea mining activities, this research contributes to the conservation and management of these marine resources within the US EEZ, provides a comparison baseline for similar habitats just outside the US EEZ that might be targeted for resource exploitation, and improves general knowledge of microbial resources and ecosystem services in seamount habitats. In this talk Dr. Orcutt will review what is known about microbes eking out an existence in the deep sea between a rock and a hard place, highlight recent discoveries from the deep sea of the Monument, and discuss what the potential impacts of deep-sea mining could be.This presentation is part of the Third Thursday By the Bay Presentation Series at Mokuppapa Discovery Center, which is the visitor center for Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument in Hilo, Hawaii. This State of the Monument lecture series is also supported by the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation through a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | The NOAA Precipitation Prediction Grand Challenge - An Historic R2O Opportunity |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. David Novak, Director, NOAA/NWS Weather Prediction Center |
Date & Time: | 17 March 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The NOAA Precipitation Prediction Grand Challenge - An Historic R2O Opportunity Part of the Unified Forecast System (UFS) Webinar Series Presenter(s): Dr. David Novak, Director, NOAA/NWS Weather Prediction Center Sponsor(s): Office of Science and Technology Integration (OSTI) Modeling Division, National Weather Service of NOAA. If you would like to recommend a speaker and topic please email: ufs.modeling@noaa.gov and provide information on speaker and topic along with email addresses of speakers. Seminar Contact(s): Stacy Mackell (stacy.mackell@noaa.gov) and Caroline Delgado (caroline.delgado@noaa.gov) Abstract: The impacts from extreme precipitation are deadly, damaging, and increasing in a warming climate. Knowing when it will rain and how much will fall is crucial to every person and business in the U.S. Further, precipitation processes are an integration of many atmospheric processes and have direct impacts to the ocean, ecosystems, hydrology and the cryosphere. Thus, precipitation is a unifying theme across the Weather, Water, and Climate communities. However, partner expectations of accuracy, specificity, and lead time often exceed current capabilities. Further, NOAA models (global models in particular) have seen marginal improvement in precipitation skill (~15%) over the past 2 decades. In response, NOAA has developed a strategy for a decadal effort to improve forecast precipitation (from mesoscale weather to seasonal timescales) - called the NOAA Precipitation Prediction Grand Challenge. The goal of this effort is to dramatically improve precipitation forecasts in terms of accuracy, extent in time, and reliability. The challenge demands investment across the value chain from basic understanding of precipitation processes and predictability limits, to enhanced observations, data assimilation, improved models, post-processing and tools for the human forecaster, culminating in understandable and actionable services -- these services being informed by stakeholder engagement. Thus, it is a grand Research-to-Operations challenge. This initiative and early studies will be described, with attention focused on opportunities for community involvement in R2O. Bio(s): Dr. David Novak is the Director of the Weather Prediction Center. In this capacity he is responsible for the overall provision of national forecasts of heavy rainfall, snowfall, and hazardous weather up to 7 days in advance. The Center is a catalyst for collaboration among the National Weather Service forecast offices and enables national readiness for extreme weather events " including extreme rainfall events.Throughout his academic and professional career, David has been involved with collaborative research, bringing operational needs to the attention of the research community and integrating promising research into operations. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:All PowerPoints and recordings from past webinars can be accessed at the UFS webinar web page ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook |
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Presenter(s): | Trent Ford | Illinois State Climatologist |
Date & Time: | 17 March 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook Presenter(s): Trent Ford | Illinois State Climatologist Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, USDA Midwest Climate Hub, National Drought Mitigation Center, American Association of State Climatologists, National Weather Service Seminar Contacts: Doug Kluck (doug.kluck@noaa.gov), Britt Parker (britt.parker@noaa.gov) or Molly Woloszyn (Molly.Woloszyn@noaa.gov) Abstract: The focus area for this webinar series is the North Central region of the U.S. (from the Rockies to the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley). These free monthly webinars provide and interpret timely information on current climate and drought conditions, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. March 2022 topics include major winter events (or lack thereof for many), drought degradation (mostly) with few improvements including continued and increasing risk for drought mainly west of the Missouri River; recent and potential climate/weather impacts including but not limited to continuing La Nia and what it could mean for the region, winter soil moisture update and recharge outlook, Great Lakes & riverine conditions (including ice jams, lack of ice, high/low flows), and lack of mountain, plains and midwest snow (most areas); and the latest trends and outlooks for precipitation, temperature and snow potential through spring and summer (2 weeks to 6 months). Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7528179497868100876 ![]() Recordings: You can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Five Years “Measuring the Muck”: evaluation of extensive tidal flooding biochemical characterization |
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Presenter(s): | Alfonso Macas Tapia, 2022 Knauss Fellow, NOAA Office of Education |
Date & Time: | 17 March 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Five Years Measuring the Muck: evaluation of extensive tidal flooding biochemical characterization (2022 Knauss Fellows Lunch & Learn Series) Presenter(s): Alfonso Macas Tapia, 2022 Knauss Fellow, NOAA Office of Education Sponsor(s): NOAA's Central Library (NCL) Seminar Contact(s): Library Seminars Abstract: With the increase in sea level rise and its localized acceleration in some areas, tidal flooding is both a recurrent and increasing problem for coastal communities. Few studies exist that analyze the biochemical implications of these events on the adjacent estuary and even more scarce are those that do it spatially and temporally extensively. Here I present the data for a multi-year (2017-2020) project in which citizen-science volunteers collected floodwater samples on areas affected by flooding during fall perigean spring tide events. During the talk I will focus on result on floodwater biochemical characterization, the potential of tidal flooding events as a source of dissolved nutrients to the estuary, and the relationship between nutrients concentrations in floodwater and land coverage data. Keywords: Flooding; Nutrients; Coastal Bio(s): Alfonso is an oceanography Ph.D. student at Old Dominion University, where his research focuses on the water quality effects of extreme tidal flooding events. Since his undergraduate and master's degree back in Mexico, his experience and interest go from waste-water treatment to natural water systems (e.g., lakes and rivers), how they work, and how to preserve them. He is also part of Virginia Science-Community Interface, a coalition of scientists and engineers from across Virginia dedicated to getting science into the hands of community members. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Satellite Data Usage in Support of Crewed Spaceflight |
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Presenter(s): | Tim Garner, Meteorologist-in-Charge, NOAA/NWS Spaceflight Meteorology Group |
Date & Time: | 17 March 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Satellite Data Usage in Support of Crewed Spaceflight Presenter(s): Tim Garner, Meteorologist-in-Charge (MIC), NOAA/NWS Spaceflight Meteorology Group (SMG) Sponsor(s): NOAA/NESDIS GOES-R Program Office, Satellite Book Club (SBC). Please click here ![]() Point of Contact: Kashaud Bowman (kashaud.bowman@noaa.gov), NOAA/NESDIS Abstract: This presentation will introduce the viewer to the operations of the NOAA/NWS Spaceflight Meteorology Group (SMG) located within the NASA Mission Control Center in Houston, TX. SMG has long utilized satellite imagery and products to support crewed spaceflight operations and other NASA test projects. Integral to the crew safety and re-use of the hardware is short-term forecasting using high resolution, temporally frequent satellite imagery. Operational examples of satellite imagery critical for short-term forecasting for safe landings and splashdowns will be described. Other uses of satellite data to support spaceflight operations will be presented. Bio(s): Tim graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a B.S. in Meteorology in 1985 and received a Master in Engineering (Space Operations) from the University of Colorado-Colorado Springs in 2003. In 1988, prior to working for the NWS, Tim was a forecaster in private industry for 3 years. Tim was hired as a Meteorologist (intern) at the NWS Amarillo, Texas office and in 1991 Tim transferred to the Spaceflight Meteorology Group (SMG) as a Techniques Development Meteorologist and was promoted to lead forecaster in 1993. Tim supported 92 Space Shuttle missions, the Ares 1X, the Artemis program Exploration Flight Test 1, NASA/SpaceX Crewed missions, the Boeing CST-100 Starliner OFT-2 mission, numerous other test projects and will provide splashdown forecasts for the Artemis-1 mission to the Moon later this year. Tim has been the MIC at SMG since 2014. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: 2020 YouTube Session Recordings can be found here ![]() ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Measuring the attenuation of marine eDNA in nearshore Alaska |
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Presenter(s): | Diana Baetscher, Research Geneticist, NOAA/NMFS Alaska Fisheries Science Center, Auke Bay Laboratories |
Date & Time: | 16 March 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Measuring the attenuation of marine eDNA in nearshore Alaska Part of the NOAA Omics Seminar Series Presenter(s): Dr. Diana Baetscher, Research Geneticist, NOAA/NMFS Alaska Fisheries Science Center, Auke Bay Laboratories Sponsor(s): NOAA Omics Working Group Seminar Contact(s): Katharine Egan, NOAA OAR 'Omics Coordinator, noaa.omics@noaa.gov Abstract: Environmental DNA (eDNA) is increasingly used to track animals through diverse habitats. In marine environments, a variety of physical characteristics influence the distribution of eDNA and likelihood for species detection. Additionally, the taxonomic specificity of the genetic assay used " metabarcoding, qPCR, or species-specific primers " impacts detection. In this study, we make use of hatchery pens containing 46 million juvenile chum salmon (Oncorhynchus keta) in nearshore southeast Alaska and sample every 80 m along a 2 km transect to test the 1) attenuation of eDNA signal over surface distance and 2) role of water stratification between the surface and lower layers. Further, we evaluate how detection of chum salmon differs between qPCR, species-specific primers, and fish metabarcoding primers. Results from this study help clarify the role of physical attributes on the movement and detection of species from eDNA. Bio(s): Diana started working with the Alaska Fisheries Science Center in April 2021. She received her PhD in Ocean Sciences from the University of California, Santa Cruz in 2019 and then did two postdocs: one at Cornell University and another with the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. Her projects apply genetic methods across a range of ecological questions including population genetic structure of fishes and seabirds, larval dispersal, genetic species identification, and more recently, metabarcoding of complex tissue mixtures and marine community surveys using environmental DNA (eDNA). Diana heads up most of the eDNA research at AFSC in Juneau, and is currently recruiting a postdoc to study changing fish distributions in the Arctic with eDNA. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: A recording of this presentation will be made available on the NOAA Omics website. View past omics seminar recordings here: https://sciencecouncil.noaa.gov/NOAA-Science-Technology-Focus-Areas/NOAA-Omics Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Extreme Fires and Satellite Atmospheric Composition Capabilities |
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Presenter(s): | Shobha Kondragunta, Research Physical Scientist, NOAA NESDIS |
Date & Time: | 16 March 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAAScience Seminar Series Title: Extreme Fires and Satellite Atmospheric Composition Capabilities NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series Presenter(s): Shobha Kondragunta, Research Physical Scientist, NOAA NESDIS. Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR Chemical Sciences Laboratory (CSL) Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): caroline.womack@noaa.gov, NOAA/OAR/ESRL/CSL Abstract: The NESDIS Center for Satellite Applications and Research aerosols and atmospheric composition science team carries out a host of research activities such as developing algorithms for Level 2 satellite products for various applications within and outside of NOAA. The team also develops a host of tailored Level 3 products for specific users such as the US EPA and the NWS. The focus of this presentation will be on recent trends in extreme fires and how they are providing insights into strengths and weaknesses of satellite atmospheric composition capabilities. In this context, collaborative work being done with CSL on COVID-19 pandemic lock-down related science studies as well as satellite product validation work using FIREX-AQ field campaign data will also be covered. Finally, recent NESDIS-OAR partnership activities with respect to future satellite missions and field campaigns will be highlighted. Bio(s): Dr. Shobha Kondragunta is a research scientist at the NOAA NESDIS Center for Satellite Applications and Research. She received her MS in chemistry from Florida Atlantic University, and her PhD in atmospheric chemistry from the University of Maryland, College Park. After postdoctoral work at UCAR and the EPA, she joined NOAA NESDIS in 1999. She leads the GOES-R and JPSS aerosols and atmospheric composition product development, and is currently the product lead for the GeoXO atmospheric composition instrument, as well as the aerosols and atmospheric chemistry science team leader. She has received numerous awards from NOAA and the Department of Commerce for her research efforts. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: https://csl.noaa.gov/seminars/2022/ (contingent on speaker approval) Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Sendan e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.govwith the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAAScience Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome yoursuggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Effects of Marine Debris on Ocean Surface Ecosystems |
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Presenter(s): | Linsey E. Haram, Ph.D., Research Associate, AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center |
Date & Time: | 15 March 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Please share with anyone (NOAA or not) who might be interested; thanks. Title: Effects of Marine Debris on Ocean Surface Ecosystems Presenter(s): Linsey E. Haram, Ph.D., Research Associate, AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Ocean Service (NOS) Science Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Varis.Ransi@noaa.gov, co-coordinator NOAA NOS Science Seminar Series Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: Millions of tons of plastic debris enter the ocean each year. Recent research indicates that the large-scale flux of floating macroplastic debris across ocean basins provides artificial rafts for marine species, transporting coastal species to new locales thousands of miles from their native ranges. Yet, little is known about the ecology and persistence of these novel floating communities. Here, I present results from ongoing work with a team of biologists, oceanographers, non-profits, and citizen scientists to characterize the biodiversity, movement, and population persistence of coastal marine species on and around macroplastic debris in the North Pacific Subtropical Gyre " the area of highest plastic accumulation in the ocean. These results fuel discussion of the implications for long-range invasive species transport and endemic open ocean communities, and open the door for a myriad of new questions about the future of our ocean ecosystems in light of the global plastic pollution crisis. Bio(s): Linsey Haram is an ecologist, who studies the impacts of human activities on ecosystems. Linsey's research probes the effects of introduced species from many angles " from individual-level animal behavior to ecosystem-level processes and from terrestrial to marine environments " and uses her expertise to inform solutions. She is currently a Science and Technology Policy Fellow with the American Association for the Advancement of Science, working at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. From 2018-2021, Linsey was a postdoctoral research fellow at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center. There, she studied the transport of non-native species from coasts to the open ocean via plastic litter. She received her Ph.D. from the Odum School of Ecology at the University of Georgia and her B.A. in Environmental Studies and Biology from Middlebury College. She is also an alum of the interdisciplinary Coastal and Oceans Studies Program of Williams College and Mystic Seaport. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Within a few days of the webinar, alink to the recording, usually a PDF of the slides, and sometimes a summary of the chat will be sentto all who registered. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science SeminarSeries website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Evolution of data-driven management for Micronesia coral reef resources |
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Presenter(s): | Peter Houk, University of Guam |
Date & Time: | 10 March 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Evolution of data-driven management for Micronesia coral reef resources Presenter(s): Dr. Peter Houk, University of Guam Marine Lab Sponsor(s): NOAA's Coral Reef Conservation Program Seminar Contact(s): Caroline Donovan, caroline.donovan@noaa.gov Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: The political leaders of Micronesia initiated a friendly challenge in 2006 to help sustain their marine and terrestrial resources in the face of growing human threats and climate change. The Micronesia Challenge (MC) has evolved over the years and now strives to effectively manage 50% of marine resources and 30% of terrestrial resources by 2030. Along with the MC, coral-reef monitoring programs were formalized and standardized across the region to bolster science-driven management efforts. Over the past two decades, data and information sharing has contributed to policy development and evaluation. The talk will share a timeline of events that highlights the evolution of science-to-management activities within and across jurisdictions. Management initially was focused on individual MPA, but has evolved to MPA networks, species policies for fish and sea cucumbers, and hope to soon incorporate climate change responses. While grants from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Coral Conservation Program has been the backbone of coral monitoring and management efforts in the past two decades, NOAA funding has also served as key leverage to gain matching support from many diverse governmental and non- governmental organizations. Bio(s): Peter Houk is a professor at the University of Guam Marine Lab conducting research on coral reef and fisheries ecology and management throughout Micronesia. He is fortunate to work in partnerships with students, researchers, governmental organizations, and non-governmental organizations across the region for over a decade. Before joining the University of Guam, he was the chief scientist and post-graduate researcher at the Pacific Marine Resources Institute, a non-profit organization dedicated to working in partnership with fisheries and coral reef monitoring across the Pacific. He was head of the CNMI Division of Environmental Quality's long-term marine monitoring program from 2000 to 2009. Peter received his PhD from Florida Institute of Technology in 2006 and his Master of Biology/Marine Science from University of Guam in 1999. NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Geodetic Astronomy at NOAA's National Geodetic Survey: Past and Present |
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Presenter(s): | Ryan Hardy, Geodesist, Geosciences Research Division, NOAA/NOS National Geodetic Survey |
Date & Time: | 10 March 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Geodetic Astronomy at NOAA's National Geodetic Survey (NGS): Past and Present Presenter(s): Ryan Hardy, Geodesist, Geosciences Research Division, NOAA/NGS Sponsor(s): NOAA/NOS National Geodetic Survey. Seminar Contact(s): Christine.Gallagher@noaa.gov, NOAA National Geodetic Survey Registration link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4604260337384473616 ![]() Visit the NGS Webinar Series website to register, sign up to receive monthly webinar notices, and learn more: http://www.ngs.noaa.gov/web/science_edu/webinar_series/. Abstract: Astronomy has played a central role in geodesy, whether through measuring Earth's shape or precisely orienting geodetic networks. This webinar introduces the basic concepts of geodetic astronomy. It overviews the methods and practices of the Coast & Geodetic Survey throughout the 19th and 20th century and the role geodetic astronomy played in the development of modern geodetic systems. It closes with the story of modern geodetic astronomy at NGS with the Geoid Slope Validation Surveys and the development of the Total Station Astrogeodetic Control System (TSACS). Technical Content Rating: Beginner - No prior knowledge of this topic is necessary. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Fisheries, Protected Species, and Ecosystem Science in a New Era of Offshore Wind Energy Development in the US |
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Presenter(s): | Andy Lipsky, NOAA Fisheries Fisheries & Offshore Wind Lead, Northeast Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 9 March 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Fisheries, Protected Species, and Ecosystem Science in a New Era of Offshore Wind Energy Development in the US (EBM/EBFM) - NOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Andy Lipsky, NOAA Fisheries Fisheries & Offshore Wind Lead, Northeast Fisheries Science Center Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS and NOAA Central Library Seminar Contacts: Peg Brady (peg.brady@noaa.gov) and NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: To meet state and federal renewable energy targets offshore wind development is rapidly expanding in the Atlantic, Gulf Of Mexico, and Pacific regions of the United States. By 2030 the Northeast large marine ecosystem will be occupied by over 2.4 million acres of leases, 3,400 turbines, and 10,000 miles of submarine cables; and an additional 5.7 million acres is also under consideration for further development. The pace, scale, and scope of this development creates major challenges and demands for NOAA regulatory and scientific missions. Addressing the interaction of wind on fisheries, fishing communities, protected species, and marine habitats requires us to move to ecosystem based approaches if we are to be successful in meeting NOAA Fisheries mandates. Keywords: Offshore Wind, Fisheries & Wildlife, Ecosystem Bio(s): Andy has worked at the NGO, corporate, state, tribal, and Federal levels over his 25+ year career. He joined NOAA Fisheries in 2016 and is now the Northeast Fisheries Science Center's offshore wind program lead where he oversees a growing offshore wind science program. Prior to NOAA he led cooperative fisheries studies at the Block Island Wind Farm, and served for 10 years as a fish and wildlife biologist at USDA, including 2 years as an ocean policy advisor at the White House Council on Environmental Quality. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | The Impacts of Biomass Burning Produced Aerosols on Summertime African Climate Dynamics: Observations, Modeling and Future Perspectives |
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Presenter(s): | Osinachi Ajoku, Howard University |
Date & Time: | 9 March 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAAScience Seminar Series Title: The Impacts of Biomass Burning Produced Aerosols on Summertime African Climate Dynamics: Observations, Modeling and Future Perspectives NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series Presenter(s): Osinachi Ajoku, Howard University Sponsor(s): NOAA CSL Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): jan.kazil@noaa.gov Abstract: Aerosols emitted during biomass burning have the potential to be transported more than 10,000 km downwind of emissions sources where they impact planetary and local energy balance. 50% of all aerosol emissions originate from anthropogenic fires, with the bulk coming from Africa. During boreal summer and the peak of the West African monsoon season, biomass burning is prevalent in southern Africa. These aerosols are advected towards the Gulf of Guinea via south easterly trade winds where they impact location radiation balances and thermodynamics. This talk covers my recent research on how biomass burning produced aerosols from southern Africa influence large-scale cloud structure over the equatorial Atlantic and precipitation rates over southern West Africa. Lastly, I will discuss future research directions including how reductions in biomass burning emissions associated with Shared Socioeconomic Pathways (SSP's) can help influence monsoonal rains in southern West Africa. Bio(s): Dr. Osinachi Ajoku ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: https://csl.noaa.gov/seminars/2022, contingent on speaker approval Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Sendan e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.govwith the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAAScience Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome yoursuggestions and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA Science Report Seminar Series: Reducing Societal Impacts from Hazardous Weather and Other Environmental Phenomena |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Amy Butler, Kyle Hilburn, Dr. Vijay Tallapragada, Dr. Avichal Mehra, & Marc Suddleson |
Date & Time: | 9 March 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Reducing Societal Impacts from Hazardous Weather and Other Environmental Phenomena NOAA Science Report Seminar Series Presenter(s): Moderator: Judy Ghirardelli, NWS"Frigid Arctic Air Outbreaks May Be Predictable" Dr. Amy Butler, Research Physicist, NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory"Machine Learning Using Satellite Data Aids Weather Prediction" Kyle Hilburn, Research Associate IV, Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere"NOAA Upgrades to the Global Forecast System" Dr. Vijay Tallapragada, Chief of the Modeling and Data Assimilation Branch, NOAA National Weather Service/Environmental Modeling Center"NOAA Improves Ocean Forecasting Capabilities with Upgrades to the Flagship Real Time Ocean Forecast System (RTOFS)" Dr. Avichal Mehra, Chief of the Dynamics and Coupled Modeling Group, NOAA National Weather Service/Environmental Modeling Center"Pacific Northwest HAB Bulletin: Forecasting and Monitoring Supports Tribal and State Access to Coastal Shellfish" Marc Suddleson, MERHAB Program Manager, NOAA National Ocean Service, National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library and NOAA Research and Development Enterprise Committee Seminar Contact(s): Library Seminars - library.seminars@noaa.gov Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: The NOAA Science Report celebrates NOAA's R&D by showcasing science highlights, bibliometrics, NOAA's scientific workforce, and more. This seminar features 5 projects from the 2021 NOAA Science Report (to be released soon) related to NOAA's work on reducing societal impacts from hazardous weather and other environmental phenomena.Keywords: Hazardous weather, Prediction, NOAA Science Report Bio(s): Dr. Amy Butler studies large-scale climate variability, teleconnections, atmospheric dynamics, stratospheric processes, and sub-seasonal to seasonal prediction. She is particularly interested in the stratospheric polar vortex and its influence on surface weather and extremes.In 2016, Kyle Hilburn's passion for satellite retrievals and precipitation led him to join CIRA as a Research Associate. This provided him the exciting opportunity to analyze data from the new GOES-R Series Advanced Baseline Imager (ABI) and Geostationary Lightning Mapper (GLM) instruments. Most recently, Kyle has become fascinated in the power of artificial intelligence / machine learning to extract spatio-temporal patterns in satellite imagery. Dr. Vijay Tallapragada is the Chief of the Modeling and Data Assimilation Branch at NOAA's Environmental Modeling Center since April 2017. His major responsibilities include development, implementation, and advancement of all National Centers for Environmental Prediction (NCEP) operational Modeling Systems spanning weather, sub-seasonal and seasonal timescales for providing accurate and reliable forecast guidance. Dr. Avichal Mehra has about 25 years of experience leading and performing scientific development and research in the areas of operational forecasting, dynamics of coupled atmosphere-land-ocean-wave models, numerical analysis, model diagnostics, and analyzing and interpreting geophysical data and model results. As Chief of the Dynamics and Coupled Modeling Group at EMC, Dr. Mehra has taken on the responsibility of providing key science and technical leadership/supervision to help build global and regional UFS-based coupled applications and frameworks for future operational systems at National Weather Service/National Centers for Environmental Prediction (NWS/NCEP). Marc Suddleson is a program manager with the National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in Silver Spring Maryland, USA. Marc has overseen the creation and management of national competitive research programs for over 20 years building effective partnerships between federal labs, universities, state and tribal agencies and industry to develop and implement harmful algae monitoring, alert, prediction and response systems. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | FathomNet: An open-source, underwater image repository to train AI for ocean exploration and discovery |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Katy Croff Bell, Ocean Discovery League and National Geographic Explorer; and Dr. Kakani Katija, Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute |
Date & Time: | 8 March 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: FathomNet: An open-source, underwater image repository to train AI for ocean exploration and discovery . Presenter(s): Dr. Katy Croff (President, Ocean Discovery League and National Geographic Explorer); and Dr. Kakani Katija (Principal Engineer, Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute) Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library, NOAA Ocean Exploration, Ocean Discovery League, and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. Seminar Contacts: Joanne Flanders (Joanne.Flanders@noaa.gov) Accessibility: Closed Captioning Link: https://das.1capapp.com/event/18227 ![]() Abstract: Ocean-going platforms are integrating high-resolution, multi-camera feeds for observation and navigation, producing a deluge of visual data. The volume and rate of this data collection can rapidly outpace researchers' abilities to process and analyze them. Recent advances in machine learning enable fast, sophisticated analysis of visual data, but have had limited success in the oceanographic world due to lack of dataset standardization, sparse annotation tools, and insufficient formatting and aggregation of existing, expertly curated imagery for use by data scientists. To address this need, we are building FathomNet, a publicly available, open-source platform that makes use of existing (and future), expertly curated data. Initial efforts have leveraged MBARI's Video Annotation and Reference System and annotated deep sea video database, which has more than 6M annotations, 1M framegrabs, and 4k terms in the knowledgebase, with additional contributions by National Geographic Society and NOAA-OER. FathomNet now has >150k localizations of >1k midwater and benthic classes, and a beta release of the database and portal (www.fathomnet.org ![]() Bio(s): Dr. Katy Croff Bell is the Founder and President of the Ocean Discovery League and a National Geographic Explorer. She is on a mission to break down the barriers to the deep sea by combining low-cost technologies, AI-driven data analysis, and capacity building to make access to the deep sea more efficient and accessible to all, especially those historically excluded in the field. Her background in ocean engineering, maritime archaeology, and geological oceanography, and leadership of dozens of expeditions around the world uniquely position her to create efficient systems to broaden access to the deep sea. Dr. Kakani Katija is a Principal Engineer with the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute and has a PhD in Bioengineering from the California Institute of Technology. As lead of the Bioinspiration Lab ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: A recording will be available after the webinar on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Time-series maps reveal widespread change in plant functional type cover across arctic and boreal Alaska and Yukon |
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Presenter(s): | Matt Macander, ABR, Inc |
Date & Time: | 8 March 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Time-series maps reveal widespread change in plant functional type cover across arctic and boreal Alaska and Yukon Presenter(s): Matt Macander, ABR, Inc. Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office/Regional Integrated Sciences and Assessments program and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contact(s): Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), Tina Buxbaum (tmbuxbaum@alaska.edu) & Danielle Meeker (demeeker@alaska.edu) Recording: https://uaf-accap.org/event/march-2022-ecosystem-change-webinar/ ![]() Abstract: Widespread changes in the distribution and abundance of plant functional types (PFTs) are occurring in Arctic and boreal ecosystems due to the intensification of disturbances, such as fire, and climate-driven vegetation dynamics, such as tundra shrub expansion. To understand how these changes affect boreal and tundra ecosystems, we map a 35-year time-series (1985"2020) of top cover (TC) at 30-m resolution for seven PFTs across a 1,770,000 km study area in northern and central Alaska and northwestern Canada. The PFTs collectively include all vascular plants within the study area as well as light macrolichens, a nonvascular class of high importance to caribou management. We identified net increases in deciduous shrubs (66,000 km), evergreen shrubs (20,000 km), broadleaf trees (17,000 km), and conifer trees (16,000 km), and net decreases in graminoids (-40,000 km) and light macrolichens (-13,000 km) related to shrub expansion, fire, succession, and other processes. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Addressing the global climate crisis locally: renewable energy and nature-based solutions in coastal communities |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Katie Arkema, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory |
Date & Time: | 8 March 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Addressing the global climate crisis locally: renewable energy and nature-based solutions in coastal communities Presenter(s): Dr. Katie Arkema, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS Alaska Fisheries Science Center (AFSC) 2022 Seminar SeriesSeminar Contacts: Abigail McCarthy, abigail.mccarthy@noaa.gov and Pearl Rojas, pearl.rojas@noaa.gov Abstract: Nature-based climate solutions and renewable energy transitions are both critical strategies within many countries' Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Climate Accord. Using two case studies, I will discuss how quantifying the contribution of natural systems to human wellbeing and economic development can help countries implement these strategies on a local scale. The first case study involves selection of blue carbon targets"based on climate mitigation, fisheries, tourism, and coastal risk reduction benefits of mangroves"to inform Belize's NDC update, submitted to the UNFCCC this fall. The second case study is a renewable energy transition program spearheaded by the Department of Energy in coastal, remote, and islanded communities across the US. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + CoCoRaHS: The Value of Citizen Science Observers |
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Presenter(s): | Sandra Rayne, Southeast Regional Climate Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Todd Hamill, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Pam Knox, University of Georgia, Melissa Griffin, South Carolina State Climatology Office |
Date & Time: | 8 March 2022
10:00 am - 10:45 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Presenter(s): Climate Overview Sandra Rayne | Southeast Regional Climate Center Water Resources Overview Jeff Dobur/Todd Hamill | NWS Southeast River Forecast Center Agriculture Impact Update Pam Knox | University of Georgia CoCoRaHS: The Value of Citizen Science Observers Melissa Griffin | South Carolina State Climatology Office Sponsor(s): NOAA NCEI, National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), National Weather Service, Southeast Regional Climate Center, American Association of State Climatologists Seminar Contact(s): Meredith Muth, NIDIS, (Meredith.muth@noaa.gov) Abstract: Join us for the Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar! These webinars will provide the region's stakeholders and interested parties with timely information on current and developing climate conditions such as drought, floods and tropical storms, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. Speakers may also discuss the impacts of these conditions on topics such as wildfires, agriculture production, disruption to water supply, and ecosystems. The March 8 webinar will feature a special presentation on "CoCoRaHS: The Value of Citizen Science Observers." Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/7416485623755069963 ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: You can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | A Deep Learning Filter for Intraseasonal Variability of the Tropics, and Developing and Verifying a Subseasonal Outlook Tool for Extratropical Storminess |
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Presenter(s): | Rama Sesha Sridhar Mantripragada, George Mason University; and Edmund Chang and Yutong Pan, Stony Brook University |
Date & Time: | 7 March 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series NOAA Prediction at Weeks 3 - 4 and Subseasonal to Seasonal (S2S) Timescales, Weeks 3-4/S2S Webinar Series, March 2022 Title: A Deep Learning Filter for Intraseasonal Variability of the Tropics, and Developing and Verifying a Subseasonal Outlook Tool for Extratropical Storminess Presenter(s): Dr. Rama Sesha Sridhar Mantripragada, George Mason University; and Drs. Edmund Chang and Yutong Pan, Stony Brook University Sponsor(s): NOAA OAR Weather Program Office S2S Program and NOAA NWS Office of Science and Technology Integration Modeling Program Division Seminar Contacts: Karen Keith, karen.keith@noaa.gov Abstract: This monthly webinar series was created to share ongoing work within NWS and OAR at the Weeks 3-4 and S2S timescales. We would like to foster a relaxed, informal dialogue among forecasters, modelers and researchers. This month, Dr. Mantripragada will speak about "A Deep Learning Filter for Intraseasonal Variability of the Tropics." Drs. Chang and Pan will speak about "Developing and Verifying a Subseasonal Outlook Tool for Extratropical Storminess." Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Available on the Weeks 3-4/S2S Webinar Series website: https://vlab.noaa.gov/web/weeks-3-4-s2s-webinar-series Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Leveraging Scientific Uncertainty for Estimating Among Assessment Variation in Overfishing Limits |
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Presenter(s): | Kristin Privitera-Johnson, University of Washington School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences, PhD Student |
Date & Time: | 3 March 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Leveraging Scientific Uncertainty for Estimating Among Assessment Variation in Overfishing Limits (National Stock Assessment Science Seminar Series) Presenter(s): Kristin Privitera-Johnson, University of Washington School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences, PhD Student Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and NOAA's Central Library (NCL) Seminar Contact(s): Kristan Blackhart and Library Seminars Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: Probability-based harvest control rules can incorporate scientific uncertainty and manager risk tolerance to set catch limits. A buffer that scales with scientific uncertainty is used to calculate the acceptable biological catch from the overfishing limit for some US West Coast stocks. A previous analysis formed the basis for determining the uncertainty component of the harvest control rule using estimates of historical spawning biomass. We developed a new approach that calculates uncertainty directly from projections of biomass and overfishing limits.Keywords: Simulation; catch limits; harvest control rules Bio(s): Kristin Privitera-Johnson has a B.S. in Marine Biology and a Masters in Aquatic and Fishery Sciences. She is currently a PhD student at the University of Washington School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences and her research focuses on testing management strategies that may promote stable catches, including the use of scientific uncertainty buffers in harvest control rules. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Decision-relevant ocean science: the IPCC and other major synthetic reports |
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Presenter(s): | Sarah Cooley, PhD, Director, Climate Science, Ocean Conservancy |
Date & Time: | 3 March 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Decision-relevant ocean science: the IPCC and other major synthetic reports Presenter(s): Sarah Cooley, PhD, Director, Climate Science, Ocean Conservancy Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS/NWFSC's Virtual Monster Jam; https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/nwfsc-monster-seminar-jam Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Abstract: Climate change becomes a top worldwide headline every few years when assessment reports such as those from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change are released. This week the IPCC's Working Group II contribution to the 6th Assessment Report cycle came out, covering impacts of climate change and adaptation options. In the U.S., the 5th National Climate Assessment is also being drafted now. Even though assessment reports like these take years to assemble and remain a major way for the research community to share insights with global decision-makers, they're still a bit mysterious to the research community. Using the ocean and coastal systems chapter of the most recent IPCC report as an example, this talk will discuss the purpose and audience of high level reports like these, what the process of creating them is like, what kind of information report authors need, how researchers can get involved in creating these reports, and the sorts of information the reports contain. Bio(s): Dr. Sarah Cooley is the Director of Climate Science at the Ocean Conservancy in Washington, D.C, where she engages decision-makers and stakeholders from every political perspective on ocean acidification and identifies ways that different groups can take action. Her science background is in ocean carbon cycle research, and she is a Coordinating Lead Author on Working Group II of the IPCC's 6th Assessment Report, as well as a chapter author of the 5th National Climate Assessment in the United States. Dr. Cooley was also a reviewer for the recent National Academies report A Research Strategy for Ocean-based Carbon Dioxide Removal and Sequestration, and has provided congressional testimony to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, Subcommittee on Environment on the impacts of ocean acidification. Follow her on Twitter at @CO2ley.Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar weekly email: Send an email to to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Arctic Research Plan 2022-2026: Overview & Next Steps |
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Presenter(s): | David Payer, National Park Service; David Allen, NOAA Arctic Research Program; Erik O'Brien, Denali Commission; Steve Gray, Alaska Climate Adaptation Science Center; John Pearce, U.S. Geological Survey; Liz Weinberg, IARPC; Sorina Stalla, IARPC |
Date & Time: | 3 March 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Arctic Research Plan 2022-2016: Overview & Next Steps Presenter(s): David Payer, Ecosystems Branch Leader, National Park Service David Allen, Program Manager, NOAA Arctic Research Program Erik Obrien, Community and Economic Development Program Manager, Denali Commission Steve Gray, Director of the Alaska Climate Adaptation Science Center, U.S. Geological Survey John Pearce, Program Manager, U.S. Geological Survey Liz Weinberg, IARPC Web manager and Community Coordinator Sorina Stalla, IARPC BIP Development Director and Coordinator Sponsor(s): Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contact(s): Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), Tina Buxbaum (tmbuxbaum@alaska.edu) & Danielle Meeker (demeeker@alaska.edu) Abstract: In December 2021, U.S. federal Interagency Arctic Research Policy Committee (IARPC) released the new Arctic Research Plan 2022-2026. The new plan is a bold strategy for a changing Arctic and will help deliver science and knowledge to decision-makers in the Arctic and beyond. This session will provide an opportunity to learn about the Arctic Research Plan 2022-2026 and how to participate in and contribute ideas towards its implementation. The Arctic Research Plan has four main priority areas: Community Resilience and Health, Arctic Systems Interactions, Sustainable Economies and Livelihoods, and Risk Management and Hazard Mitigation. In April 2022, Federal drafting teams will be developing an implementation plan for the Arctic Research Plan and are seeking input and comment on implementation ideas. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Beverton’s Theory of Growth, Maturity, and Longevity in the Age of Size Spectra |
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Presenter(s): | Marc Mangel, University of California Santa Cruz & University of Bergen |
Date & Time: | 2 March 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Beverton's Theory of Growth, Maturity, and Longevity in the Age of Size Spectra Presenter(s): Dr. Marc Mangel, University of California Santa Cruz & University of Bergen Sponsor(s): NOAA NMFS SWFSC Fisheries Ecology Division Seminar Contact(s): tanya.rogers@noaa.gov Abstract: Understanding the connections between growth, maturity, and longevity [GML] will always be an important problem in biology and sits squarely in Pasteur's Quadrant in which one seeks fundamental understanding while solving an important applied problem. Because the ability to obtain data and compute continually improves, our understanding of GML can also improve. I will begin with the early contributions of Ray Beverton and Sidney Holt who sought ways to find generalizations for estimating natural mortality and estimate outputs of fisheries in terms of life history parameters. In 1958, Holt used a model with von Bertalanffy growth and constant natural mortality to answer the question: At what age/size do we harvest fish to maximize yield?. Beverton and Holt then gave a life history interpretation to this approach by providing a size dependent metric of reproductive success and computing the age at maturity that maximizes expected reproductive success. In later contributions, Beverton mined data to discover relationships between key life history parameters, represented them using dimensionless ratios, and developed the GML plot in which one relates relative size at maturity to a time-like dimensionless variable determined by growth rate and maximum age. I will show examples of these GML plots. Subsequent modifications to Beverton's ideas include size dependent, rather than constant, mortality and issues with using von Bertalanaffy growth. These lead to questions about i) whether there is a first principle way to determine the rate of mortality, ii) if there is a first principle way to determine the anabolic parameter, and iii) how to characterize GML for organisms with growth after maturity (i.e. most organisms)? I will show that combining size spectra that characterize the distribution of biomass in an ecosystem across body size classes and state dependent life history theory implemented by Stochastic Dynamic Programming allows the development of models to address these questions. Emergent properties of the models inform age-dependent reproduction and survival, and characteristics of the rate of living. I conclude that in the study of growth, maturity, and longevity we are limited by data, computational ability, and our imaginations but that there is much to be done. Bio(s): Marc Mangel is Distinguished Professor of Mathematical Biology Emeritus at the University of California Santa Cruz and Professor of Biology Emeritus in the Theoretical Ecology Group, Department of Biology at the University of Bergen. Prior to moving to UCSC in 1996, Mangel was on the faculty at UC Davis (1980-1996), where he founded the Center for Population Biology, which thrives to this day. Mangel's first job out of graduate school was doing operations analysis for the US Navy in the Operations Evaluation Group of the Center for Naval Analyses. Mangel's work in fish and fisheries has focused on Sebastes, Salmonids (both Pacific and Atlantic), and southern ocean and west coast Euphausiids (krill). His work generally combines life history and population dynamics modeling with empirical (laboratory or field) information with the goal of informing both theory and empirical work. Recordings: The talk will be recorded; link to recording available upon request. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | USDA/NRCS Coastal Zone Soil Survey - Mapping Soils and Blue Carbon Stocks in the Coastal US |
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Presenter(s): | Greg Taylor, Senior Soil Scientist for Special Projects, USDA/NRCS, Raleigh, NC |
Date & Time: | 1 March 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: USDA/NRCS Coastal Zone Soil Survey - Mapping Soils and Blue Carbon Stocks in the Coastal US Presenter(s): Greg Taylor, Senior Soil Scientist for Special Projects, USDA/NRCS, Raleigh, NC Sponsor(s): NOAA Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping program Seminar Contacts: Amber Butler (amber.butler@noaa.gov) or Ashley Chappell (ashley.chappell@noaa.gov) Abstract: The concept of gathering coastal zone and subaqueous soil survey data is not revolutionary but rather evolutionary. Initially, soil survey publications along the immediate coast overlooked many coastal soil areas and focused on "agricultural lands". Sparse soil survey work done through the National Cooperative Soil Survey (NCSS) and continuous ongoing research by Universities since the 1990's has developed advanced mapping and classification protocols in coastal zone areas. Recent work has provided new updates to soil survey information along the coast, but still not to the extent or volume of information that is associated with subaerial soil surveys. Coastal Zone Soil Surveys (CZSS) are soil inventory maps of nearshore or subaqueous soils (permanently submerged), along with adjacent subaerial / terrestrial soils which include tidal marshes, barrier islands / beaches, and some near lagoon mainland upland (non-hydric) areas. The current need for timely and reliable CZSS data such as spatial mapping, tabular data, blue carbon stocks and interpretations is widely recognized as critical for mitigating hazards, creating resources inventories, guiding restoration efforts, and tracking environmental changes. A major limitation to science-based management of shallow water habitats and near shore areas has been a lack of definitive information on the properties and spatial distribution of subaqueous and tidal marsh soils as well as more detailed soil data on adjacent terrestrial areas. This presentation will highlight the how and why of CZSS and blue carbon mapping along with proposals for mitigating sea-level rise and saltwater intrusion in agricultural areas. Bio(s): Place speaker bio information here, please keep it brief, under 200 words. Recordings: Will be available upon request after the seminar at iwgocm.staff@noaa.gov Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Pacific Northwest Drought Early Warning System Drought & Climate Outlook Webinar |
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Presenter(s): | Nick Bond, Office of the Washington State Climatologist, Andy Bryant, John Stevenson, Oregon State University, Caroline Nash, CK Blueshift, LLC |
Date & Time: | 28 February 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Presenter(s): Climate Recap & Current Conditions Nick Bond | Office of the Washington State Climatologist Seasonal Conditions & Climate Outlook Andy Bryant | NWS Weather Forecast Office Portland, OR Beaver Pond Influences on Downstream Temperature in the Umpqua River Basin, OR John Stevenson | Oregon State University Dammed If You Do, Dammed If You Don't: Lessons Learned From Designing, Permitting and Monitoring Beaver-Related Restoration Projects in the Western U.S. Caroline Nash | CK Blueshift, LLC Seminar Contact(s): Britt Parker (britt.parker@noaa.gov) Abstract: According to the February 8, 2022 U.S. Drought Monitor, 73% of the Pacific Northwest Drought Early Warning System (DEWS) is in drought, with 17% of the region in Extreme/Exceptional Drought (D3/D4). Unfortunately, the faucet has been shut off across much of the West after a promising wet and snowy start to the season. This webinar will provide more information on the current conditions and outlooks, as well as presentations on "Beaver Pond Influences on Downstream Temperature in the Umpqua River Basin, OR" and "Lessons Learned From Designing, Permitting and Monitoring Beaver-Related Restoration Projects in the Western U.S." These webinars provide the region's stakeholders and interested parties with timely information on current and developing drought conditions, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. Speakers will also discuss the impacts of these conditions on things such as wildfires, floods, disruption to water supply and ecosystems, as well as impacts to affected industries like agriculture, tourism, and public health. Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6382300380808986893 ![]() Recordings: Yes, you can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Improving reproducibility and efficiency of ecosystem-based science by embracing open science principles |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Sean Lucey, NOAA/NMFS/NEFSC Ecosystem Dynamics and Assessment Branch |
Date & Time: | 27 February 2022
4:45 am - 5:45 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Improving reproducibility and efficiency of ecosystem-based science by embracing open science principles Part of the Alaska Fisheries Science Center 2022 Seminar Series Presenter(s): Dr. Sean Lucey, NOAA/NMFS/NEFSC Ecosystem Dynamics and Assessment Branch Sponsor(s): AFSC 2022 Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Abigail McCarthy, abigail.mccarthy@noaa.gov; Pearl Rojas, pearl.rojas@noaa.gov Abstract: The gold standard in science is replication. Many times with ecosystem-based science it is impossible to replicate studies. The next best thing is to make the science reproducible. This can be very hard to do especially when dealing with something as complex as marine ecosystems. Even things as simple as updating an indicator can be difficult when access to original data or the methods that developed it are not easily accessible. This often leads to analysts recreating code or needing to rediscover data. Embracing open science principles can alleviate some of these issues. Here I present two examples of using open science principles. The first is the generation of annual State of the Ecosystem reports and associated risk assessment. The Northeast Fisheries Science Center produces these ecosystem status reports for the New England and Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Councils. The latter is further refined into an ecosystem risk assessment for the Council. The production of the reports is a complex process that occurs on a relatively compact schedule. We would not be able to produce the reports without the reproducible process developed through the adoption of open data science principles. The second example is the development of an open source ecosystem model, Rpath. Rpath is an R implementation of the mass balance algorithms popularized by the Ecopath with Ecosim software. The open nature of the code has also allowed for community development of the model. Other advantages include Rpath's utilization of R scripts to run which captures all the decisions and model parameters in a transparent manner. Embracing open science does require commitment and a change to the way things were done in the past. However this pragmatic shift in the way we work can greatly improve not only the reproducibility of our work but also our efficiency. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAAScience Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Inspire your students to dive in as coral scientists-in-training! Introducing the Coral Check-up Lesson Series |
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Presenter(s): | Justin Umholtz, National Marine Sanctuary Foundation Educator, Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument |
Date & Time: | 24 February 2022
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Inspire your students to dive in as coral scientists-in-training! Introducing the Coral Check-up Lesson Series Presenter(s): Justin Umholtz, National Marine Sanctuary Foundation Educator with the Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar contact: Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5507191380562506767 ![]() Abstract: Dive in and learn about the newly released Coral Check-up Lesson Series. This free, NGSS-aligned curriculum introduces middle school students to coral reef monitoring and ecology through virtual real world experiences focused in the Hawaiian archipelago. Students use NOAA and NOAA partner data and resources to assess coral bleaching impacts, immersing themselves in a worldwide effort to protect and conserve coral reefs. Our goal is for students to come to view themselves as reef stewards, budding scientists, and active agents for change. More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Urban Ocean: Partnering to advance clean, healthy cities for clean, healthy seas |
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Presenter(s): | Steve Morrison of NOAA/NOS/Marine Debris Division, Jenna Jambeck of the University of Georgia, and Keri Browder of the Ocean Conservancy |
Date & Time: | 24 February 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Urban Ocean: Partnering to advance clean, healthy cities for clean, healthy seas Presenter(s): Steve Morrison, NOAA/NOS/Marine Debris Division; Jenna Jambeck, the University of Georgia; and Keri Browder, the Ocean Conservancy Sponsor(s): NOAA/NOS Marine Debris Division and OCTO ![]() ![]() ![]() Seminar Contacts: Steve.Morrison@noaa.gov and Sarah Carr, sarah@octogroup.org Accessibility: Closed captioning will be provided on the recording. Abstract: This webinar will present the NOAA Marine Debris Program and its partnerships to curb plastic waste. It will cover the program's overarching portfolio and goals as well as one of its programs - Urban Ocean ![]() ![]() ![]() Recordings: Recordings will be shared with registrants within a few days. Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Potential Benefits of a River Vision in Buffering Anticipated Climate Change Impacts to streams of NE Oregon and SE Washington |
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Presenter(s): | Eric Quaempts, PhD, Director, Department of Natural Resources, Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla |
Date & Time: | 24 February 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Potential Benefits of a River Vision in Buffering Anticipated Climate Change Impacts to streams of NE Oregon and SE Washington Presenter(s): Eric Quaempts, PhD, Director, Department of Natural Resources, Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS.NWFSC's Virtual Monster Jam; https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/nwfsc-monster-seminar-jam Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.govABSTRACT The Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation's (CTUIR) Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has developed a river vision (vision) to guide the restoration of CTUIR First Foods in the Tucannon and Walla Walla watersheds of SE Washington, and the Umatilla, Grande Ronde, and North Fork John Day watersheds of NE Oregon, an area totaling 43,904 km2. The vision defines restoration success in the context of CTUIR First Foods and sustained tribal use thereof. The cultural recognition of First Foods is evident in the ritualistic serving order of native species in a traditional meal. The geographic and temporal pattern of First Foods gathering is directly reflected in the serving order. Ecosystem restoration requires a holistic vision that ensures management efforts return ecosystem products (First Foods) to the tribal community. Five river vision touchstones " hydrology, geomorphology, connectivity, riparian vegetation, and native fish - inform our restoration priorities, project design, and physical and biological response monitoring. We model future flows of the Umatilla River Basin, estimate their variability under a climate change scenario, and discuss the results of a floodplain restoration project that suggest the River Vision application may help buffer anticipated climate change consequences in terms of stream temperature. BIO Eric Quaempts has served as the Director for the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation's (CTUIR) Department of Natural Resources (DNR) since 2004. He developed and implemented the First Foods management approach in 2006, and has overseen the implementation of the CTUIR's River Vision since 2008. Previously, Eric spent eight years as a Wildlife Biologist in the CTUIR DNR's Wildlife Program and eight years on the Umatilla National Forest where his career development included inter-disciplinary rotations in Forestry, Wildlife, Range, Reforestation, Fisheries, and Fire Management Programs. An enrolled member of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, Eric has spent most of his life living on the Umatilla Indian Reservation, where his cultural and personal experiences contributed to the development of the CTUIR's First Foods management approach. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar weekly email: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping program ICESat-2 Inland Water Product: A Pathfinder for Operational Satellite Hydrology |
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Presenter(s): | Michael Jasinski, NASA Earth Sciences Remote Sensing |
Date & Time: | 24 February 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: IOCM "Integrate Ocean and Coastal Mapping" Seminar Series: ICESat-2 Inland Water Product: A Pathfinder for Operational Satellite Hydrology Presenter(s): Michael Jasinski, NASA Earth Sciences Remote Sensing Sponsor(s): NOAA Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping program Seminar Contacts: Amber Butler (amber.butler@noaa.gov), Michael Jasinski (michael.f.jasinski@nasa.gov) or Ashley Chappell (ashley.chappell@noaa.gov) Abstract: The ICESat-2 mission has been observing the Earth with its ATLAS six-beam Lidar since October 2018 or over 3 years. While the focus has been on the Cryosphere, the project also supports a suite of operational global inland surface water products targeting 1.4M lakes and reservoirs, rivers, and nearshore coasts. For any water crossing, ICESat-2 Inland Water algorithms process water surface height and slope, significant wave height, wind speed, 532 nm subsurface attenuation, and coarse water depth where conditions permit. Both continuous along-track high resolution products (ATL13) and transect mean products (ATL22) are generated and made publicly available at the National Snow and Ice Data Center. The above satellite Lidar products represent a first of its kind focus on products relevant to terrestrial hydrology and water resources management. Typical applications include lake and reservoir water balance, river discharge, bathymetry, and calibration of radar altimetry. Results presented here highlight the capability of ICESat-2 for characterizing inland water states and processes over a range of water body types and sizes. Experience gained on the accuracy and limitations of the data is discussed. Recordings: Will be available upon request after the seminar at iwgocm.staff@noaa.gov Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Climate induced habitat changes in commercial fish stocks |
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Presenter(s): | Rich Bell, The Nature Conservancy |
Date & Time: | 24 February 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Climate induced habitat changes in commercial fish stocks Presenter(s): Rich Bell, The Nature Conservancy Sponsor(s): U.S. Northeast Climate-Fisheries Seminar Series; coordinator is Vincent.Saba@noaa.gov Abstract: TBD Bio(s): TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. |
Title: | How Humpback Whales Feed Hawai`i |
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Presenter(s): | Jeannine Rossa, Acting Sanctuary Co-Manager, Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, Hawai'i Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Aquatic Resources |
Date & Time: | 23 February 2022
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: How Humpback Whales Feed Hawai'i Part of the Seaside Chats speaker series hosted by Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary Presenter(s): Jeannine Rossa, Acting Sanctuary Co-Manager, Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, Hawai'i Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Aquatic Resources Sponsor(s): Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary Seminar Contact(s): Kelly Drinnen, kelly.drinnen@noaa.gov Abstract: The waters around Hawaii are low in important nutrients for life, like iron and phosphorus. As a result, the plankton biomass is low, and less plankton means less food for fishes. Enter the humpback whales! Whales boost the entire food chain by shedding their skin, which is made up of proteins and fats, perfect for zooplankton to eat. More zooplankton means more fishes, octopus, and coral. But, that's not all. Join us to hear the rest of the story! Bio(s): Jeannine Rossa is an aquatic ecologist and fisheries biologist. She is the acting State Co-Manager of the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary. She works for the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Aquatic Resources and is based on the island of Maui. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: A captioned recording of this presentation will be available from the Flower Garden Banks NMS website several weeks after the event. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Light on the Horizon: In Search of Bioluminescent Milky Seas from Space |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Steven D. Miller, Colorado State University |
Date & Time: | 23 February 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Light on the Horizon: In Search of Bioluminescent Milky Seas from Space Presenter(s): Steven D. Miller, Colorado State University Sponsor(s): NOAA Ocean Color Coordinating Group (NOCCG) Seminar Contact(s): Merrie.Neely@noaa.gov Abstract: Milky seas' is a term coined by 19 th century mariners to describe an uncommonly encountered form of marine bioluminescence where extremely large swaths of ocean surface glow uniformly and steadily for hours on end across multiple nights. These mariners the dramatic appearance of a snowfield' that extends to the horizon in all directions and produces light at levels sufficient to read by. Milky Seas are thought to be caused by luminous bacteria in association with algal blooms, which trigger a bioluminescent response upon exceeding a critical bacterial population via a process known as quorum sensing. However, witness accounts paint an inconsistent picture as to their structure, and for lack of rigorous sampling of these remote and ephemeral events, the environmental circumstances surrounding their formation remain, to this day, unclear. This presentation shows for the first time how a NOAA-operated low-light visible satellite sensor"the Day/Night Band (DNB)"can detect and quantify milky seas in an unprecedented way. An intensive survey of DNB imagery data on moonless nights over 2012-2021 has uncovered 12 distinct milky sea cases within the historical hot-spots of the Arabian/Somali Sea and Maritime Continent. These glowing waters drift with the currents and persist over days to in some cases even several weeks or more. The temperature and biomass properties of Milky Sea environments, including their preferred formation within sea surface current doldrums"has inspired a natural flask' hypothesis for Milky Sea incubation. Highlighted here is a Milky Sea that occurred south of Java in 2019"a truly massive event (100,000 km 2 ; about the size of Kentucky or Iceland) that persisted in varying intensity for over a month. Concurrency to another event in the Banda Sea, 2000 km to the east, suggests a possible relationship between Milky Seas of the Maritime Continent and the positive-mode of the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD), similar to Milky Seas of the Arabian/Somali Seas and their empirical ties to the Indian Summer and Winter Monsoonal modes that modulate ocean current patterns and mixing offshore Eastern Africa. Our newfound ability to detect, track, and characterize Milky Seas from space can help direct research vessels toward an active event, enabling detailed in situ sampling necessary learn more about the. Specifically, what insights this seemingly obscure yet massive expression of our biosphere may hold in terms of linkages between marine ecology and coupled air-sea interactions. And, perhaps in a general and more profound way, the response of primary production in Earth's oceans to climate change. With the power of new-generation satellites, and after 15 years of progress, we are poised to learn much more about Milky Seas. Speaker Bio(s): Steve Miller is a Professor of Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University, where he also serves as Director of the NOAA Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA),located in Fort Collins, Colorado. He earned his Bachelor's of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of California at San Diego, and his Masters and Doctoral degrees from Colorado State University's Department of Atmospheric Science, studying atmospheric radiation theory its application to satellite-based remote sensing of clouds. Starting in the year 2000, he worked for the Naval Research Laboratory in Monterey as a Senior Meteorologist, where he designed novel satellite algorithms for detection and characterization of aerosol, cloud, and surface parameters. In 2007 he returned to Colorado State as CIRA's Deputy Director and support of the NOAA/NESDIS Regional and Mesoscale Meteorology Branch. In 2020 he became CIRA's forth Director, and joined the CSU Atmospheric Science Department Faculty. Today, he specializes in satellite-based environmental visualization and application development using optical spectrum imaging radiometers. He holds a particular passion for exploring the unique array of phenomena and associated signals of the nocturnal environment as detected by low-light visible sensors. Slides, Recordings Other Materials: available 24-48 hours following the seminar at this link https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars_NOCCG.php Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars.php |
Title: | U.S. Southwest Drought Briefing |
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Presenter(s): | Deborah Bathke, National Drought Mitigation Center, Kelly Smith, National Drought Mitigation Center |
Date & Time: | 23 February 2022
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Presenter(s): Drought Conditions Update, Deborah Bathke, National Drought Mitigation Center Condition Monitoring Observer Reports, Drought, Kelly Smith, National Drought Mitigation Center Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), USDA Southwest Climate Hub Seminar Contacts: Joel Lisonbee (joel.lisonbee@noaa.gov) Abstract: The most recent U.S. Drought Monitor indicates that much of the Southwest is experiencing some level of drought. Following a fairly dismal November, a wet December, and a dry January, February precipitation, so far, has had a few good precipitation events. How will this winter's precipitation impact on the long-term drought conditions in the southwest? This short drought briefing will focus on winter drought conditions and forecasts for Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah. Register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3521386519892161035 ![]() Recordings: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA Science Report Seminar: Climate and the Blue Economy |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Michael Palecki, Dr. Craig Stow, Nate Herold, Jennifer Zhuang, & Dr. Chris Lauer |
Date & Time: | 23 February 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | GoToWebinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Climate and the Blue Economy NOAA Science Report Seminar Series Presenter(s): Dr. Michael Palecki, Science Project Manager, U.S. Climate Reference Network, NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information Dr. Craig Stow, Research Scientist, NOAA Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory Nate Herold, Physical Scientist, NOAA Office for Coastal Management Jennifer Zhuang, Economist, Contractor with NOAA's Performance, Risks, and Social Science Office Dr. Chris Lauer, Economist, NOAA's Performance, Risk, and Social Science Office Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library and NOAA Research and Development Enterprise Committee Seminar Contact(s): Library Seminars - library.seminars@noaa.gov Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: The NOAA Science Report celebrates NOAA's R&D by showcasing science highlights, bibliometrics, NOAA's scientific workforce, and more. This seminar features 5 projects from the 2021 NOAA Science Report (to be released soon) related to climate and the Blue Economy.Keywords: NOAA Science Report, Climate, Blue Economy Bio(s): Dr. Michael Palecki is the Climate Science Lead for the U.S. Climate Reference Network (USCRN) at NOAA's National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI). He has worked on projects ranging from the validation and use of climate measurements taken in the mid-19th Century to studying today's climate. He led the NCEI team producing the 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals, which was successfully released in May 2021.Dr. Craig Stow has been a scientist at the NOAA Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory (GLERL) in Ann Arbor, MI since 2006. His work focuses on modeling and data analysis, mostly related to nutrient dynamics in the Great Lakes. Nate Herold is a Physical Scientist with NOAA's Office for Coastal Management (OCM). He has been with NOAA for 18 years and is located in Charleston, South Carolina where he is responsible for leading NOAA's national land cover mapping and monitoring activities through its Coastal Change Analysis Program (or C-CAP). He is also involved in making this data and tools in general available through NOAA's Digital Coast site.Jennifer Zhuang is an economist contractor supporting NOAA's Performance, Risks, and Social Science Office. Jennifer focuses on promoting the use of economics by federal, local, and industrial partners to manage our nation's ocean and coasts more effectively and efficiently. Areas of interest include economic values associated with ocean and coastal resources, natural capital accounting, ROI, and PRA Information Collection Request.Chris Lauer is an Economist in NOAA's Office of Performance, Risk, and Social Science in Silver Spring, MD. His work focuses on a range of topics related to weather, natural hazards, marine resources, and the value of information. Chris completed his Ph.D. in Applied Economics at Oregon State University. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Heterogeneity of smoke from fires: evaluation of VIIRS smoke detection using FIREX-AQ eMAS data |
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Presenter(s): | Pubu Ciren, Ph.D, IMSG at NOAA/NESDIS/STAR |
Date & Time: | 23 February 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Heterogeneity of smoke from fires: evaluation of VIIRS smoke detection using FIREX-AQ eMAS data Presenter(s): Pubu Ciren, Ph.D, IMSG at NOAA/NESDIS/STAR Sponsor(s): NOAA JPSS Program Seminar Contact(s): Bill Sjoberg (bill.sjoberg@noaa.gov) Abstract: The Fire Influence on Regional to Global Environments and Air Quality (FIREX-AQ) field campaign, jointly led by NASA and NOAA, which performed measurements of trace gas and aerosol emissions for wildfires and prescribed fires in detail, provided a unique opportunity for evaluating the Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) aerosol detection product (ADP) and examining the limitations of smoke detection due to heterogeneity of smoke from fires. In this study, validation of the VIIRS ADP with observations from the FIREX-AQ field campaign is demonstrated using measurements from the Enhanced MODIS Airborne Simulator (eMAS), a multispectral scanner configured to approximate the Moderate-Resolution Imaging Spectrometer (MODIS). First, VIIRS ADP algorithm (IR-Visible path) is applied to eMAS observations. In general, eMAS ADP can detect very thick and moderately thick smoke plumes, but has difficulty for small scale, thin and dispersed (aged) smoke plumes. Secondly, VIIRS operational ADP product is evaluated using the matchup datasets between eMAS and VIIRS. It is indicated that, similar to eMAS ADP, the IR-Visible path in VIIRS ADP can detect very thick and moderately thick smoke plumes with a POCD (Probability of Correct Detection) of ~83%. However, significantly lower (~30%) for thin, diffused and small-scale smoke, due to effects from surface variability adding variability to the observed scene when smoke is thin or viewing angles are not ideal to generate a homogeneous scene. The Deep-Blue path in VIIRS ADP, however, performs well for both thick and thin smoke plumes, with a POCD of 91 and 75%, respectively. Finally, deep-dive analyses are carried out for cases where eMAS ADP poorly performed. It is found that the test based on the surface reflectance relationship between visible and shortwave-IR band may not be optimal for eMas observations. Bio(s): Pubu Ciren earned his B.S. and the M.S. in applied meteorology from Nanjing Institute of Meteorology, China, and Ph.D. degree in atmospheric science from the University of Bergen, Norway. He currently is a research scientist with I.M. System Group Inc., in support of satellite aerosol detection algorithm development and validation for JPSS and GOES-R program at NOAA/NESDIS/STAR. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides provided upon request. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Understanding the genetic mechanisms that facilitate local adaptation in the genomics era |
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Presenter(s): | Wes Larson, Genetics Program Manager, NOAA Alaska Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 23 February 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar SeriesPart of the NOAA Omics Seminar Series Title: Understanding the genetic mechanisms that facilitate local adaptation in the genomics era Presenter(s): Wes Larson, Genetics Program Manager, NOAA Alaska Fisheries Science Center Sponsor(s): National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Omics Working Group Seminar Contact(s): Katharine Egan, NOAA OAR 'Omics Coordinator, noaa.omics@noaa.gov Abstract: Multiple studies have documented regions of the genome that are highly differentiated among populations and are likely important for facilitating local adaptation. These regions, termed islands of divergence, hold many clues about how organisms adapt and how they may respond to future environmental changes. Here, I describe research we have conducted in two very different systems with the shared goal of understanding the mechanisms that facilitate local adaptation and create islands of divergence. First, I describe a project using genomic data from six riverine fish species found in the Upper Mississippi River to test the hypothesis that higher gene flow should lead to more prolific islands of divergence. Next, I discuss an ongoing study using whole genome resequencing to understand the mechanisms that have created islands of divergence in sockeye salmon. This seminar will serve as an introduction to islands of divergence that will include theory and empirical data from our research group. In future seminars throughout this spring other members of our research group will discuss the importance of islands of divergence in managed fish species such as Pacific cod and Pacific Ocean perch. Bio(s): Wes is originally from San Diego in California where his passion for the ocean and fish was ignited during countless hours spent on outdoors activities such as scuba diving, kayaking, fishing and snorkeling, as well as deckhanding on a sportfishing boat. Wes received his BS in Marine Biology from the University of California-Santa Cruz and subsequently his PhD from the University of Washington. In his PhD Wes focused on applying genomic tools to study local adaptation of pacific salmon and inform fisheries management. After finishing his PhD in 2015, Wes worked as the Assistant Unit Leader of the USGS Wisconsin Cooperative Fishery Research Unit, where he led a research program that generated genetic information to inform fisheries management. In 2020, he started as the new program manager for the genomics program at the Alaska Fisheries Science Center in Juneau. His main research interests are applying genomic techniques to inform fisheries management and study local adaptation. Recordings: View past omics seminar recordings here: https://sciencecouncil.noaa.gov/NOAA-Science-Technology-Focus-Areas/NOAA-Omics Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | How to Effectively Compete for Fishery Dependent Funding Opportunities in FY23 |
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Presenter(s): | Lisa Peterson, NMFS Fisheries Information System Program |
Date & Time: | 22 February 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Presenter(s): Lisa Peterson, program coordinator for the NOAA Fisheries Information System program Sponsor(s): IRC Seminar Series (NMFS Pacific Islands Region) Seminar Contacts: Kate Taylor (kate.taylor@noaa.gov) Abstract: The Fisheries Information System (FIS) program, Electronic Technologies (ET) program, and Catch Share Program (CSP) are collectively making available (subject to appropriations) up to $5.5 million of FY 2023 funding to support projects in Regional Offices, Science Centers, Headquarters Offices, FIN programs, and State partners through the Interstate Commissions. This seminar will offer insight into what makes a high quality proposal, and explain the RFP focus areas of Data Improvements, Modernization, and Integration; Electronic Monitoring; Electronic Reporting; Fisheries Information Network Development; and Quality Management and Continuous Improvement. Bio(s): LisaPeterson is the program coordinator for the NOAA Fisheries Information Systemprogram, a state-regional-federal collaboration with the mission of improvingaccess to comprehensive, high-quality, timely fisheries information Recordings: The presentation will be recorded. Recording will be available after the presentation by contacting Kate Taylor (kate.taylor@noaa.gov) Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | A New Dataset of Hourly Sea Surface Temperature From The NOAA Global Drifter Program |
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Presenter(s): | Shane Elipot, PhD, Oceanographer, University of Miami |
Date & Time: | 22 February 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: A New Dataset of Hourly Sea Surface Temperature From The NOAA Global Drifter Program Presenter(s): Shane Elipot, PhD, Oceanographer, University of Miami. Sponsor(s): NOAA/AOML/Physical Oceanography Division Seminar Contact(s): Matthieu Le Henaff; matthieu.lehenaff@noaa.gov Abstract: A new dataset of sea surface temperature (SST) has been generated from the observations of the drifting buoys of NOAA's Global Drifter Program. Estimates of SST at regular hourly time steps along drifter trajectories are obtained using a novel approach which consists in fitting to observations a mathematical model representing simultaneously SST diurnal variability and SST low-frequency variability. Subsequent estimates of non-diurnal SST, diurnal SST anomalies, and total SST as their sum, are derived with their respective standard uncertainties. This Lagrangian SST dataset has been developed to match the existing hourly dataset of position and velocity from drifters, notably providing new opportunities to investigate upper-ocean processes controlling SST variability. Bio(s): Dr. Shane Elipot is a physical oceanographer who is currently a research assistant professor at the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science at the University of Miami in Miami, Florida. Elipot received his PhD in Oceanography from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California, San Diego in 2006. In 2007-2008, Elipot was a National Research Council postdoctoral research fellow at the NOAA Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory in Miami, Florida. In 2009, Elipot joined the UK National Oceanography Center in Liverpool as a physical oceanographer. In 2013, Elipot returned to Miami at the Rosenstiel School first as a scientist, then as a research professor starting in 2019. Elipot's research is focused on using in situ observations and model outputs to understand the kinematics and dynamics of ocean currents, from submesoscales and mixing processes to macroscales and the global thermohaline circulation. Throughout his entire career, Elipot has been contributing to, and working with, the data of NOAA's Global Drifter Program Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Presentation recording will be linked here after the seminar. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Soil Moisture Webinar Series—Soil Moisture 101: What It Means and How It's Measured |
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Presenter(s): | Mike Cosh, USDA Agricultural Research Service; Chris Fiebrich, Oklahoma Mesonet; John Bolten, NASA Goddard; Marina Skumanich, NIDIS |
Date & Time: | 22 February 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), National Weather Service Seminar Contacts: Marina Skumanich (marina.skumanich@noaa.gov) Abstract: The National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) and the National Weather Service (NWS) are hosting two webinars on soil moisture data and applications. These webinars are intended to help NWS operational forecasters and other weather & climate service providers better understand soil moisture monitoring and its practical applications.The first webinar, held on February 22, will provide an overview of soil moisture monitoring and interpretation, including a review of the three main techniques for estimating soil moisture conditions: in situ ground-based systems, satellite measurements, and land surface model outputs. Register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8301376981586727692 ![]() Recordings: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint (ACF) Drought and Water Monthly Webinar |
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Presenter(s): | David Zierden, Florida Climate Center; Tom Littlepage, ADECA Office of Water Resources; Paul Ankcorn, USGS South Atlantic Water Science Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Jody Huang, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mobile District; Samantha Lucas, Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve; Meredith Muth, NOAA NIDIS |
Date & Time: | 22 February 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Presenter(s): David Zierden, Florida Climate Center; Tom Littlepage, ADECA Office of Water Resources; Paul Ankcorn, USGS South Atlantic Water Science Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Jody Huang, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mobile District; Samantha Lucas, Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve; Meredith Muth, NOAA NIDIS Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), Auburn University Water Resources Center Seminar Contact(s): Meredith Muth (meredith.muth@noaa.gov) Abstract: The Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint (ACF) River Basin Drought Assessment Webinar is part of a monthly (twice a month during drought status) webinar series designed to provide stakeholders, water-resource managers, and other interested parties in the ACF region with timely information on current drought status, seasonal forecasts and outlooks, streamflow conditions and forecasts, groundwater conditions, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir conditions. Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/1157532176109540365 ![]() Recordings: Yes, you can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Building Relationships to Papahānaumokuākea through Kānaka ‘Ōiwi (Native Hawaiian) Oral Traditions |
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Presenter(s): | Huihui Kanahele-Mossman, PhD, Executive Director Edith Kanakaole Foundation |
Date & Time: | 17 February 2022
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Building Relationships to Papahnaumokukea through Knaka iwi (Native Hawaiian) Oral Traditions Presenter(s): Huihui Kanahele-Mossman, PhD, Executive Director Edith Kanakaole Foundation Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar Contact(s): Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5087065788566236684 ![]() Abstract: Knaka iwi (Native Hawaiians) have long documented and transmitted ancestral knowledge, values, and practices over generations through an extensive body of oral traditions. As NOAAs Office of National Marine Sanctuaries celebrates 50 years, we invite our global community to engage with iwi oral narratives and cultural protocol that perpetuate traditional knowledge systems today. These compositions help to inform methodologies and build relationships to place for researchers working within Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument and World Heritage Site. The mele (songs) and oli (chants) that will be highlighted bridge the ancient and the contemporary and inspire deeper understanding of our responsibilities to care for the world around us.This presentation is part of the Third Thursday By the Bay Presentation Series at Mokuppapa Discovery Center, which is the visitor center for Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument in Hilo, Hawaii. This State of the Monument lecture series is also supported by the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation through a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Climate change and impacts projections for Alaska: From rough generalizations to custom information |
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Presenter(s): | Jeremy Littell, Alaska Climate Adaptation Science Center |
Date & Time: | 17 February 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Climate change and impacts projections for Alaska: From rough generalizations to custom information Presenter(s): Jeremy Littell, Alaska Climate Adaptation Science Center (CASC) Sponsor(s): Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP), a NOAA RISA team Seminar Contact(s): Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), Tina Buxbaum (tmbuxbaum@alaska.edu) & Danielle Meeker (demeeker@alaska.edu) Recording: https://uaf-accap.org/event/feb2022-ak-climate-webinar/ ![]() Abstract: Climate futures " the projected changes in climate and their impacts " are key content for adaptation plans, vulnerability assessments, and other planning efforts that consider climate change and its impacts. Despite this need, climate projections consistent with best practices for climate information and tailored to areas of interest for those engaged in planning for climate change have been rare in Alaska. For example, summaries are available for a whole climate division, or a specific community, but what about a specific land management unit, or area of interest to a community? In this talk, Jeremy Littell will describe work the Alaska CASC has done to provide climate information that meets these needs and some encouraging developments that will allow us to better meet the information needs that are emerging from this work. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | What’s for dinner: Fatty acids, community shifts, and trophic links in planktonic food webs under dynamic environmental conditions |
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Presenter(s): | Anna McLaskey, PhD, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of British Columbia |
Date & Time: | 17 February 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: What's for dinner: Fatty acids, community shifts, and trophic links in planktonic food webs under dynamic environmental conditions Presenter(s): Anna McLaskey, PhD, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of British Columbia Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS.NWFSC's Virtual Monster Jam; https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/nwfsc-monster-seminar-jam Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.govABSTRACT The food that an animal eats influences how it responds to environmental conditions through effects on its metabolism and the substrates available for physiological functions. Despite its importance, nutritional quality is not fully integrated into our understanding of marine food webs because critical knowledge gaps remain. Nutrition is a complex concept defined in many ways, but fatty acids are a primary nutritional trait. Organisms, including many ecologically, culturally, and economically important species, require specific essential fatty acids as structural compounds and precursors for bioactive molecules. Furthermore, essential fatty acids can be used as dietary tracers. Phytoplankton and microzooplankton at the base of the pelagic food web, broadly grouped as particulate organic matter (POM), are the primary sources of fatty acids to higher trophic levels. Thus, POM communities have important nutritional implications for zooplankton and the organisms that prey on them. Using a monitoring site in the northern Salish Sea as a case study, I will illustrate pronounced seasonal shifts in POM nutritional quality in response to environmental changes. The unique view offered by fatty acids showed that POM nutritional quality remained high during stratified summer conditions when chlorophyll biomass was low and comprised of small phytoplankton. Furthermore, during stratified conditions fatty acids revealed greater contributions of heterotrophic organisms, which are capable of increasing nutritional quality through trophic upgrading. Our next steps are to trace the trophic connections that these POM communities support to investigate how shifts in POM influence the transfer of nutrients to higher trophic levels through e.g., alternate pathways. BIO Anna McLaskey is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of British Columbia investigating food web dynamics in planktonic communities with Dr. Brian Hunt. Anna completed their PhD in oceanography at the University of Washington with Dr. Julie Keister, researching the effects of ocean acidification on krill and copepods using both field observations and laboratory experiments. She is interested in ocean observing for biological parameters and research that uses in situ observations for testing expectations of ocean change. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar weekly email: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook |
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Presenter(s): | Peter Goble, Colorado Climate Center |
Date & Time: | 17 February 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook Presenter(s): Peter Goble | Colorado Climate Center Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, USDA Midwest Climate Hub, National Drought Mitigation Center, American Association of State Climatologists, National Weather Service Seminar Contacts: Doug Kluck (doug.kluck@noaa.gov), Britt Parker (britt.parker@noaa.gov) or Molly Woloszyn (Molly.Woloszyn@noaa.gov) Abstract: The focus area for this webinar series is the North Central region of the U.S. (from the Rockies to the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley). These free monthly webinars provide and interpret timely information on current climate and drought conditions, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. February 2022 topics include uncommon winter events (snow or lack thereof); drought degradation and improvements; recent and potential climate/weather impacts including, but not limited to, continuing La Nia and what it could mean for the region, winter soil moisture update and recharge outlook, Great Lakes & riverine conditions (including ice jams, lack of ice, high/low flows), mountain, plains, and midwest snow; and the latest trends and outlooks for precipitation, temperature, and snow potential through late fall and winter (2 weeks to 6 months). Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7528179497868100876 ![]() Recordings: You can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Discovering Climate History in Coral Skeletons |
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Presenter(s): | Kristine DeLong, Associate Professor, Louisiana State University |
Date & Time: | 16 February 2022
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Discovering Climate History in Coral SkeletonsThis is part of the Seaside Chats speaker series hosted by Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary Presenter(s): Kristine DeLong, Associate Professor, Louisiana State University Sponsor(s): Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary Seminar Contact(s): Kelly Drinnen, kelly.drinnen@noaa.gov Abstract: The skeletons of massive corals grow in layers, similar to tree rings, that can be counted to determine the years of growth. Scientists can look at the chemistry of each of these layers to see what the water temperature was when that part of the coral skeleton was growing, as well as other indicators of environmental conditions. By stringing together these yearly skeletal records, scientists can chronicle how the ocean and the coral reef have changed over time. Bio(s): Kristine DeLong is a paleoclimatologist in the Department of Geology and Anthropology at Louisiana State University, where she specializes in tropical and sub-tropical climate reconstructions along the Gulf coast and in the Caribbean. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: A captioned recording of this presentation will be available from the Flower Garden Banks NMS website several weeks after the event. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Program (ProTech) Update |
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Presenter(s): | Jay Standring, NOAA/AGO/CSAD/ProTech Services Branch Head |
Date & Time: | 16 February 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Program (ProTech) UpdateNOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Jay Standring, NOAA/AGO/CSAD/ProTech Services Branch Head Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library Seminar Contact(s): NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Abstract: Jay Standring will present information about the current ProTech program and the future "ProTech 2.0" program. He will present some data, and have a Q&A session. Please use this form ![]() Bio(s): Jay Standring joined NOAA/AGO in late 2016 as the ProTech Services Branch Head and Program Manager. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() |
Title: | How to Effectively Compete for the FIS/ET/CSP FY 2023 Request for Proposals |
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Presenter(s): | Lisa Peterson, FIS Coordinator, Contractor with ECS in support of NOAA Fisheries Office of Science and Technology; and Michael Liddel, FIS Program Director, NOAA Fisheries Office of Science and Technology |
Date & Time: | 15 February 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: How to Effectively Compete for the FIS/ET/CSP FY 2023 Request for Proposals Part of the NOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Lisa Peterson, FIS Coordinator, Contractor with ECS in support of NOAA Fisheries Office of Science and Technology; and Michael Liddel, FIS Program Director, NOAA Fisheries Office of Science and Technology Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS and the NOAA Central Library Seminar Contact(s): NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Abstract: The Fisheries Information System program (FIS), the National Observer Program's Electronic Technologies program (ET), and the National Catch Share Program (CSP) are collectively awarding up to $5.5 million of FY 2023 funding (subject to appropriations) through a competitive RFP to support fishery-dependent data projects. Regional Offices, Science Centers, Headquarters Offices, FINs, and state partners, through the Interstate Commissions, are eligible to compete. Join FIS Program Coordinator Lisa Peterson to learn about what makes a high-quality proposal, and better understand the RFP focus areas. Keywords: Fishery-dependent, RFP, modernization Bio(s): Lisa Peterson has supported the Fisheries Information System (FIS) program for the past three years. She started at NOAA as a Knauss Fellow in the Office of Science and Technology.Michael Liddel is the NOAA/NMFS Commercial Fishery Statistics Branch Chief and the FIS Program Director. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() |
Title: | Paul Roebber AI/Machine Learning Series: A Hierarchy of Techniques for Leveraging Data |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Paul Roebber, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee |
Date & Time: | 15 February 2022
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Roebber Lectures - A Hierarchy of Techniques for Leveraging Data Presenter(s): Dr. Paul Roebber, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Seminar Contact(s): John Schattel (John.Schattel@noaa.gov) Abstract: The National Weather Service (NWS) has a long history of leveraging available data in support of weather forecasting efforts. These efforts are ongoing and with the advent of more advanced techniques (e.g., machine learning), the NWS is in the process of determining where and how to apply them. This series of four lectures is designed to provide some background on these techniques. No assumptions will be made regarding the statistical background of participants. The second lecture in this series will cover several basic techniques for diagnosis and prediction: (1) linear regression; (2) logistic regression; (3) extension of linear and logistic regression to multiple variables. Additionally, we will discuss how to interpret the output from these techniques. More information on the lecture series is available in the NOAA Virtual Lab. Bio(s): Dr. Roebber received his BSc in Meteorology from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, Canada in 1981. He earned a MS in Meteorology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, MA in 1983. In 1991, Dr. Roebber returned to McGill University where he completed his PhD in meteorology. Dr. Roebber's research interests include the following:
Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides will be shared after the webinar with all who register, or a link where they can be found. Recording will be shared after the webinar with all who register, or a link where they can be found, or a contact for the recording. Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Mapping and Characterizing Cold-Water Coral Mounds on the Blake Plateau, USA |
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Presenter(s): | Derek Sowers, Scientist/Expedition Coordinator, Expeditions and Exploration Division, NOAA Ocean Exploration |
Date & Time: | 14 February 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Mapping and Characterizing Cold-Water Coral Mounds on the Blake Plateau, USA Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping 2022 Seminar Series Presenter(s): Derek Sowers, Scientist/Expedition Coordinator, Expeditions and Exploration Division, NOAA Ocean Exploration Sponsor(s): Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping program Seminar Contact(s): IOCM host amber.butler@noaa.gov , speaker derek.sowers@noaa.gov Abstract: A strategically-planned multi-year exploration campaign on the Blake Plateau offshore of the southeastern U.S. has mapped what appears to be the most expansive cold-water coral (CWC) mound province thus far discovered. Bathymetric data from twenty multibeam sonar mapping surveys were synthesized and used to generate a standardized geomorphic classification of the region in order to delineate and quantify CWC mound habitats. CWC mounds in this region form distinct bumps or pinnacles (composed of slope, ridge, and peak features) readily observable in multibeam bathymetry data and were mapped in depth ranges spanning approximately 350-900 m. Seafloor terrain features were classified into five geomorphic landform classes (peaks, valleys, ridges, slopes, and flats) to support the enumeration of coral mound features and to quantify the area of each landform class. Ground-truth for the bathymetric analysis was provided by direct substrate observations from 23 submersible dive videos, validating the interpretation of these bathymetric features as CWC mounds. The methods used in this study provide a pragmatic standardized approach for identifying, characterizing, and quantifying CWC mound-forming habitats and could be applied to other CWC provinces to enable more direct comparisons among geographically diverse settings. Bio(s): Derek Sowers has been working as an Expedition Coordinator for NOAA Ocean Exploration for the past eight years leading ocean mapping cruises on NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer. He holds a B.S. in Environmental Science, a M.S. in Marine Resource Management, and a Ph.D. in Oceanography. Derek has 14 years of previous coastal research and management experience working for NOAA's National Estuarine Research Reserve network and EPA's National Estuary Program in both Oregon and New Hampshire. Derek has participated in oceanographic expeditions spanning remote areas of the Arctic, Pacific, and Atlantic oceans. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Summary materials will be emailed out after the seminar. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA CoastWatch Seminar: CEOS COAST Knowledge Hub |
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Presenter(s): | Prasanjit Dash, NOAA CIRA |
Date & Time: | 10 February 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: CEOS COAST Knowledge Hub Presenter(s): Prasanjit Dash, NOAA's Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA) of Colorado State University Sponsor(s): NOAA CoastWatch Seminar Contact(s): Merrie Neely, Merrie.Neely@noaa.gov Accessibility: Abstract: NOAA is co-lead for the Committee on Earth Observation Satellites Coastal Observations, Applications, Services, and Tools Ad Hoc Team ![]() Bio(s): Prasanjit Dash is a Remote Sensing Scientist with over 20 years of experience in terrestrial infrared satellite applications. He is affiliated with the Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA) of Colorado State University (CIRA CSU). Prasanjit received a PhD in Physics from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Meteorological Satellite Applications (MSA) Group, in 2004 and an MBA from Colorado State University, College of Business in 2017. In the spirit of NOAA-EUMETSAT trans-Atlantic collaboration, Prasanjit temporarily worked at the Remote Sensing and Products Division, EUMETSAT, Darmstadt, Germany between mid-2016 and end-2017, as a Copernicus Sentinel-3 SST Scientist while remaining affiliated with CSU CIRA and rejoined NOAA/CSU in Jan 2018. A few notable contributions include development and expansion of NOAA STAR SOCD OceanView and NOAA CoastWatch/OceanWatch Monitor for multiple satellite parameters. Prasanjit is an author of several high-impact peer-reviewed publications. He earned the CIRA Research and Service Initiative Award in 2021 and 2011. In 2002, he was awarded the "Best Scientific Letter Award" by Remote Sensing & Photogrammetry Society of the UK and Taylor Francis Publishers, International Journal of Remote Sensing. NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Ballast Water and Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease |
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Presenter(s): | Nick Rosenau and Jack Faulk, U.S. EPA, Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds and Ken Hettler and LCDR Luke Elder, U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Commercial Vessel Compliance |
Date & Time: | 10 February 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Ballast Water and Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease " An Overview Presenter(s): Nick Rosenau and Jack Faulk (U.S. EPA, Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds) and Ken Hettler and LCDR Luke Elder (U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Commercial Vessel Compliance) Sponsor(s): NOAA's Coral Reef Conservation Program Seminar Contact(s): Caroline Donovan, caroline.donovan@noaa.gov Abstract: Stony coral tissue loss disease (SCTLD) is a troubling disease that is spreading rapidly across the greater Caribbean region, but the etiological agent(s) and the mechanisms(s) of spread are both unknown. First detected off the coast of Miami, Florida, major ocean currents alone do not explain the pattern of spread, with outbreaks occurring across geographically disjunct and distant locations. This has raised concerns by researchers and resource managers that commercial vessels may contribute as vectors to spread of the disease. Despite existing regulatory and management strategies intended to limit coastal marine invasion risks, the efficacy of these measures is still unresolved for ship-borne microorganisms, and disease transport via ballast water and hull biofouling are under examination given the high ship traffic in the region. Here, to help inform the discussion of ships as possible vectors of SCTLD, we discuss large commercial vessels (hereafter ships), which transport cargo and people, as potential vectors for pathogens causing SCTLD, focusing particularly on ballast water. We do not consider all means by which ships can transport organisms or recreational vessels. We provide a brief overview of ballast water and relevant U.S. and international regulations on ballast water management and discuss some current efforts to evaluate ships as a potential vector for SCTLD. Bio(s): Nick Rosenau and Jack Faulk are staff scientists in the Ocean and Coastal Management Branch (OCMB) within the Office of Wetlands, Oceans & Watersheds at EPA Headquarters in Washington, DC. Nick is the staff lead for OCMB's Coral Reef Protection Program and provides technical support to the branch's Ocean & Coastal Acidification and Vessels programs. Jack is the Staff co-lead on the Vessel Incidental Discharge National Standards of Performance rulemaking and the technical lead for EPA's vessel general permit (VGP). Mr. Faulk, an engineer by training, has spent the past 20 years at EPA and 15 years prior as a contractor leading, supervising, or supporting EPA's wastewater management regulatory programs, including vessel incidental discharges for the last 8 years. Ken Hettler and Luke Elder are with the Office of Commercial Vessel Compliance at U.S Coast Guard Headquarters in Washington, DC. Ken is involved in a wide range of technical and environmental compliance topics all related to the U.S. Coast Guard's Port State Control program. Topics include issues related to ballast water management, MARPOL Annex VI (air emission requirements), EPA's VGP and the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act (VIDA) rulemaking efforts. Luke has been an active duty member of the U.S. Coast Guard for nearly twenty years. He has served on High Endurance cutters in the Pacific Ocean and on Patrol Boats throughout the Caribbean. He has qualifications as a Marine Casualty Investigator, Maritime Enforcement Officer, and Marine Inspector. Most recently, he served at U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters in the Office of Operating and Environmental Standards and the Office of Commercial Vessel Compliance. NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Stretched grids for GEOS-Chem High Performance |
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Presenter(s): | Liam Bindle; Washington University, St. Louis |
Date & Time: | 10 February 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar, NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Stretched grids for GEOS-Chem High Performance Part of the UFS Webinar Series Presenter(s): Liam Bindle; Washington University, St. LouisCo-authors: Randall V. Martin, Matthew J. Cooper, Elizabeth W. Lundgren, Sebastian D. Eastham, Benjamin M. Auer, Thomas L. Clune, Hongjian Weng, Jintai Lin, Lee T. Murray, Jun Meng, Christoph A. Keller, William M. Putman, Steven Pawson, and Daniel J. Jacob Sponsor(s): Office of Science and Technology Integration (OSTI) Modeling Division, National Weather Service of NOAA. If you would like to recommend a speaker and topic please email: ufs.modeling@noaa.gov and provide information on speaker and topic along with email addresses of speakers. Seminar Contact(s): Stacy Mackell (stacy.mackell@noaa.gov) and Caroline Delgado (caroline.delgado@noaa.gov) Abstract: We recently added a grid refinement capability to the GEOS-Chem High-Performance model that uses grid-stretching to refine the model grid in a user-defined region. Grid-stretching is a nimble technique because it is controlled by simple runtime parameters and does not require lateral boundary conditions. In this talk, I will discuss grid-stretching along with considerations for using stretched grids for simulations of atmospheric chemistry. Bio(s): Liam Bindle is a member of the support team for the GEOS-Chem chemical transport model. His work focuses on model development, and the use of GEOS-Chem on High-Performance Computing clusters. Liam works as a scientific programmer for Dr. Randall Martin at Washington University in St. Louis. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:All PowerPoints and recordings from past webinars can be accessed at the UFS webinar web page ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | A brief history of oxygen in the sea |
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Presenter(s): | Francis Chan, PhD, Oregon State University/Cooperative Institute for Marine Ecosystem and Resources Studies |
Date & Time: | 10 February 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: A brief history of oxygen in the sea Presenter(s): Francis Chan, PhD, Oregon State University/Cooperative Institute for Marine Ecosystem and Resources Studies Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS.NWFSC's Virtual Monster Jam; https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/nwfsc-monster-seminar-jam Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | The NGS Regional Geodetic Advisor Program |
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Presenter(s): | Ross Mackay, Regional Geodetic Advisor Chief, NOAA/NOS National Geodetic Survey |
Date & Time: | 10 February 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The NGS Regional Geodetic Advisor Program Presenter(s): Ross Mackay, Regional Geodetic Advisor Chief, Geodetic Services Division, NOAA/NOS National Geodetic Survey (NGS) Sponsor(s): NOAA/NOS National Geodetic Survey. Seminar Contact(s): Christine.Gallagher@noaa.gov, NOAA National Geodetic Survey Abstract: NGS provides a team of Regional Geodetic Advisors, living and working in regions across the United States, who are available to assist you with questions or problems related to the National Spatial Reference System (NSRS). Whether it be questions about establishing a CORS, using OPUS, collecting data for GPS on BenchMarks (GPSonBM), or providing a presentation at your conference, your Regional Advisor is well equipped to facilitate. Please join us for an explanation of the NSRS and an update on the Advisor Program! - Technical Content Rating: Beginner - No prior knowledge of this topic is necessary. = Visit the NGS Webinar Series website to register, sign up to receive monthly webinar notices, and learn more: http://www.ngs.noaa.gov/web/science_edu/webinar_series/. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Paradise Lost? Future Fisheries in a Climate-Driven Gulf |
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Presenter(s): | Sepp Haukebo, Manager, Recreational Fishing Solutions, Environmental Defense Fund |
Date & Time: | 9 February 2022
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Paradise Lost? Future Fisheries in a Climate-Driven Gulf Part of the Seaside Chats speaker series hosted by Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary Presenter(s): Sepp Haukebo, Manager, Recreational Fishing Solutions, Environmental Defense Fund Sponsor(s): Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary Seminar Contact(s): Kelly Drinnen, kelly.drinnen@noaa.gov Abstract: Climate change threatens key life support systems on our planet, especially our oceans. Even with drastic global actions to reduce emissions, changes in the ocean will grow more profound and accelerate. These changes won't just damage special places like coral reefs and mangrove forests, they will fundamentally alter ocean ecosystems and the fisheries therein. However, with thoughtful interventions, these impacts can be significantly reduced, and perhaps even reversed. This interactive discussion will examine the interventions necessary for sustainable fisheries in a climate-driven Gulf of Mexico. Bio(s): Sepp Haukebo works with anglers and scientists to develop and implement long term solutions to recreational fisheries management. His objectives are to balance access to the fishery with sustainability for generations to come. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:A captioned recording of this presentation will be available from the Flower Garden Banks NMS website several weeks after the event. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | VAWS: A brief introduction to the Alaskan Layered Pollution and Chemical Analysis (ALPACA) project |
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Presenter(s): | Jingqiu Mao, University of Alaska Fairbanks |
Date & Time: | 9 February 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: VAWS: A brief introduction to the ALPACA project Presenter(s): Dr. Jingqiu Mao, University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute Sponsor(s): Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) Seminar Contact(s): Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov), Tina Buxbaum (tmbuxbaum@alaska.edu), & Danielle Meeker (demeeker@alaska.edu) Recording: https://uaf-accap.org/event/feb2022-vaws/ ![]() Abstract: Dr. Jingqiu Mao will give a brief introduction to the Alaskan Layered Pollution and Chemical Analysis (ALPACA) project, currently taking place in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Mao will introduce several major field sites and the project's goals of improving understanding of how pollution behaves in cold and dark conditions and how the layered atmosphere affects pollution events. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | A Conservation and Management Tool for Marine Ecosystems: Fish Production Calculator for Salt Marsh and Seagrass Habitats (EBM/EBFM) |
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Presenter(s): | Kara Meckley, Chief, Habitat Protection Division, Office of Habitat Conservation |
Date & Time: | 9 February 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: A Conservation and Management Tool for Marine Ecosystems: Fish Production Calculator for Salt Marsh and Seagrass Habitats (EBM/EBFM)NOAA Central Library Seminars Presenter(s): Kara Meckley, Chief, Habitat Protection Division, Office of Habitat Conservation Sponsor(s): NMFS and NOAA Central LibrarySeminar Contacts: Peg Brady (peg.brady@noaa.gov) and NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Abstract: The number of fish and invertebrates that are born and survive each year depends a lot on habitat. Natural resource managers need to make informed decisions about protecting or restoring coastal habitats and the interactive tool that will be shared during this seminar allows the user to estimate how many juvenile fish, crabs, and shrimp are produced within salt marsh and seagrass habitats in the northern Gulf of Mexico. The tool draws on thousands of fish and invertebrate records, and provides an understanding of which fish, shrimp, and crabs are enhanced by these habitats in the initial stage of their life. With the help of our key partner, The Nature Conservancy, this tool helps answer questions like, how much habitat do we need to increase the production of a particular species? or how many fish would we lose every year if this area of coastal habitat is lost? Keywords: production, calculator, marsh, seagrass Bio(s): Kara Meckley is the Chief for the Habitat Protection Division in the NOAA Fisheries Office of Habitat Conservation. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the national coordination and strategic implementation of key habitat-related NMFS mandates. Prior to joining NOAA Fisheries in 2007, she spent five years as a program analyst in the NOAA National Ocean Service supporting the Coral Reef Conservation Program. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() |
Title: | Drought Prediction and Water Availability: National Listening Session Series Kick-off |
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Presenter(s): | Joel Lisonbee, NOAA/NIDIS; Brian Clark, USGS Water Availability and Use Science Program; and John Hammond, USGS Maryland-Delaware-D.C. Water Science Center |
Date & Time: | 9 February 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Presenter(s): Introduction to End User Listening Session Series Joel Lisonbee | NOAA/NIDIS U.S. Geological Survey Drought Program Brian Clark | USGS Water Availability and Use Science Program U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Drought Prediction Projects John Hammond | USGS Maryland-Delaware-D.C. Water Science Center Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), USGS Seminar Contacts: Marina Skumanich (marina.skumanich@noaa.gov) Abstract: The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and NOAA's National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) are pleased to announce a series of listening sessions to seek input on priorities and needs related to predicting water availability changes under drought conditions at national and regional scales. This input will be used to guide USGS Drought Program planning and orientation. This webinar will introduce the upcoming end user listening sessions and provide a short overview of the U.S. Geological Survey's (USGS) Drought Program and efforts to characterize hydrological (e.g., streamflow and groundwater) drought variability, drivers, and trends over the past century. Recordings: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | NOAA Science Report Seminar Series: Observations & Data Collection |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Paul Pennington, Dr. Dvora Hart, Dr. Michael Pavlovis, Jeffrey Adkins |
Date & Time: | 9 February 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
Location: | GoToWebinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Observations & Data Collection NOAA Science Report Seminar Series Presenter(s): Dr. Paul Pennington, Research Environmental Scientist, NOAA National Ocean Service/National Centers for Coastal Ocean ScienceDr. Dvora Hart, Operations Research Analyst, NOAA Northeast Fisheries Science CenterDr. Michael Pavolonis, Physical Scientist, NOAA National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service/Center for Satellite Applications and Research Jeffrey Adkins, Economist, Integrated Systems Solutions, Inc. Contractor for NOAA's Performance, Risk, and Social Science Office Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library and NOAA Research and Development Enterprise Committee Seminar Contact(s): Library Seminars - library.seminars@noaa.gov Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: The NOAA Science Report celebrates NOAA's R&D by showcasing science highlights, bibliometrics, NOAA's scientific workforce, and more. This seminar features 4 projects from the 2021 NOAA Science Report (to be released soon) related to observations and data collection that span NOAA's mission.Keywords: NOAA Science Report, Data, Observations Bio(s): Paul Pennington serves as the scientific lead for the development and implementation of research in NOS's estuarine mesocosm challenge facility in Charleston, SC. His current research involves the optimization of field-deployable mesocosm platforms for determining in situ toxicity after oil spills. Historically, he has used estuarine mesocosm testing platforms to study the fate and effects of a wide variety of chemical contaminants.Dvora Hart is the lead stock assessment scientist for Atlantic Sea Scallops and Atlantic Spiny Dogfish at the NOAA Northeast Fisheries Science Center in Woods Hole MA. She has advanced the theory of spatial fishery management, including for marine reserves, rotational fishing, and more generally the effects of spatial heterogenous fishing mortality. Dr. Mike Pavolonis leads a science team focused on utilizing artificial intelligence and other techniques to transform large volumes of environmental data into actionable information. Dr. Pavolonis also serves as the NESDIS lead for wildfire product planning, coordination, and user engagement. Jeff Adkins has been applying economics to the work of the federal government since 1979. He retired in January 2015 from the Office for Coastal Management and now works under NOAA's chief economist as a contractor with Integrated Systems Solutions, Inc. Recent projects include studies of the economic impacts of weather and the economic benefits of NOAA investments in observations, forecasting, and communication to mitigate those impacts. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Data Requirements for Machine Learning |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Paul Roebber, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee |
Date & Time: | 9 February 2022
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Roebber Lectures - Data Requirements for Machine Learning Presenter(s): Dr. Paul Roebber, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Seminar Contact(s): John Schattel (John.Schattel@noaa.gov) Abstract: The National Weather Service (NWS) has a long history of leveraging available data in support of weather forecasting efforts. These efforts are ongoing and with the advent of more advanced techniques (e.g., machine learning), the NWS is in the process of determining where and how to apply them. This series of four lectures is designed to provide some background on these techniques. No assumptions will be made regarding the statistical background of participants. The first lecture will cover: (1) understanding your data, with demonstrations of techniques for visualizing and measuring data characteristics; (2) examples of different machine learning techniques; (3) discussion of the data requirements for effective machine learning, using the above techniques. More information on the lecture series is available in the NOAA Virtual Lab. Bio(s): Dr. Roebber received his BSc in Meteorology from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, Canada in 1981. He earn a MS in Meteorology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, MA in 1983. In 1991, Dr. Roebber returned to McGill University where he completed is PhD in meteorology. Dr. Roebber's research interests include the following:
Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides will be shared after the webinar with all who register, or a link where they can be found. Recording will be shared after the webinar with all who register, or a link where they can be found, or a contact for the recording. Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Examining Hurricane Dorian's (2019) Early Intensification and Track Evolution Through an Ensemble of the Hurricane Analysis and Forecast System |
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Presenter(s): | Andy Hazelton, Associate Scientist, Cooperative Institute For Marine And Atmospheric Studies - CIMAS/RSMAS - University of Miami and NOAA/OAR/Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory - AOML |
Date & Time: | 9 February 2022
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Examining Hurricane Dorian's (2019) Early Intensification and Track Evolution Through an Ensemble of the Hurricane Analysis and Forecast System Part of the NOAA.OAR/AOML Science Webinars Presenter(s): Andy Hazelton, Associate Scientist, Cooperative Institute For Marine And Atmospheric Studies-(CIMAS)/RSMAS - University of Miami and NOAA/OAR/Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory (AOML) Seminar Contact(s): Shirley Murillo, shirley.murillo@noaa.gov Abstract: Hurricane Dorian (2019) was one of the strongest hurricanes on record in the Atlantic basin, and caused significant devastation across the northern Bahamas as it stalled out as a Category 5 hurricane. Dorian was characterized by forecast uncertainty in several aspects. In this study, we use an 80-member ensemble of the global-nested configuration of the Hurricane Analysis and Forecast System (HAFS) to examine the factors that led to the early intensification of Dorian near the Eastern Caribbean, and also the eventual long-term track with a stall over the Bahamas and offshore of Florida. For analysis of the long-term track, the ensemble is separated into 4 distinct groups, including two that hit Florida (at different speeds), one that moved quickly north of the Bahamas, and one that slowed down significantly over the northern Bahamas (closest to reality). The factors leading to the different track outcomes are examined, including the possible role of the early rightward track deviation over the Caribbean, the evolution of the subtropical ridge over the Southwest Atlantic, and the strength of a shortwave trough over the United States. The analysis performed highlights the utility of high-resolution ensembles for understanding the complex structure evolution in TCs, and also shows how large ensembles can show key details of the large-scale features that steer TCs. This research also demonstrates how the developing HAFS system can be used as a high-quality research tool to better understand the physics of TC development and movement. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Red Tails, Blue Water: The Tuskegee Airmen Project |
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Presenter(s): | Wayne R. Lusardi, State Maritime Archaeologist, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Principle Investigator of the Tuskegee Project and Erik Denson, Board Member/Lead Instructor, Diving With a Purpose Maritime Archaeology Program |
Date & Time: | 8 February 2022
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Red Tails, Blue Water: The Tuskegee Airmen Project Presenter(s): Wayne R. Lusardi, State Maritime Archaeologist, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Principle Investigator of the Tuskegee Project and Erik Denson, Board Member/Lead Instructor, Diving With a Purpose Maritime Archaeology Program Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar Contact(s): Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6267056170112571662 ![]() Abstract: During World War II, some of the Tuskegee Airmen"the first African-American fighter pilots for the U.S. Army Air Corps"trained over the Great Lakes. Fifteen Tuskegee Airmen were killed while training in Michigan, and the airplane flown by Lt. Frank H. Moody was recently discovered in Lake Huron. The wreckage is being archaeologically documented and recovered by the State of Michigan in partnership with the National Museum of the Tuskegee Airmen in Detroit. In 2021, Diving With a Purpose Maritime Archaeology Program dedicated a memorial in Port Huron to honor the Tuskegee Airmen that perished in the Michigan area. More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Valuing NOAA Products and Services: Connecting to Society through Economics and Social Science |
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Presenter(s): | Monica Grasso, Ph.D., NOAA Chief Economist, Performance, Risk and Social Science Office, Office of the Chief Financial Officer, NOAA |
Date & Time: | 8 February 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series The recording and PDF of the slides are posted here. The YouTube link to the video is here ![]() Title: Valuing NOAA Products and Services: Connecting to Society through Economics and Social Science, Part of the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series. These webinars are open to the public, to anyone in or outside of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Presenter(s): Monica Grasso, PhD, NOAA's Chief Economist, Performance, Risk and Social Science Office, Office of the Chief Financial Officer, NOAA. Questions moderated by Joseph.Conran@noaa.gov Sponsor(s): This event is part of the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series with sponsorship from the NOAA Science Council. The NOAA-wide NELS provides examples of NOAA's leadership in environmental science, by those who lead it and make it happen. The NELS are presented as part of the NOAA Science Seminar Series For NELS questions, contact nels@noaa.gov or any of the NELS Team members: Hernan.Garcia@noaa.gov, Tracy.Gill@noaa.gov, Sandra.Claar@noaa.gov, Katie.Rowley@noaa.gov. Seminar Contacts: Hernan.Garcia@noaa.gov and for webinar support, Robert.Levy@noaa.gov Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: Conveying the value of NOAA's observing systems, models, research, data, and services requires an understanding of the complex systems used to connect these products and services to society, and how these products and services impact the public. Monica Grasso, the NOAA Chief Economist, sits in the Performance, Risk, and Social Science staff office and directs the agency in understanding the economic and societal benefits provided by NOAA, especially to support regulatory budget justification. Dr. Grasso also serves as the chair of NOAA's Social Science Committee. In this presentation, Dr. Grasso will discuss the economics and social science of NOAA. She will provide context for this work, present the analytical foundations for benefit analysis, discuss regulatory requirements, and expound on opportunities and agency priorities that are supported by socioeconomics. Dr. Grasso will be available after this talk for questions and discussion. Bio(s): Dr. Monica Grasso joined NOAA in May 2016 as the Chief Economist working in the Performance, Risk and Social Science Office at the Office of Chief Financial Officer. Dr. Grasso leads NOAA's social science and performance team. She provides expertise and strategic leadership to promote, coordinate, and implement the use of rigorous economic analysis and performance metrics to support NOAA's mission. Prior to joining NOAA, Dr. Grasso served as Chief Economist at the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), providing expert advice, guidance, and assistance to the agency's leadership and key management officials on economic trends in the transportation industry, and the impact of policies on the public and industry. She has also served at the U. S Coast Guard as Senior Economist, working on key environmental, safety and security issues, such as water quality, control of aquatic invasive species (including ballast water discharge regulations), towing and fishing vessels safety and port security. Dr. Grasso holds an M.Sc. Degree in Oceanography from University of Sao Paulo (Brazil), a Ph.D. in Environmental Economics from University of Maryland, a certificate in Advanced Business Management from Georgetown University and Executive Education from Harvard Kennedy School. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: To access the video after the webinar visit the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar Series Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Marine Connectivity Conservation “Rules of Thumb” for MPA and MPA Network Design |
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Presenter(s): | Barbara Lausche, Mote Marine Laboratory and chair of the IUCN-WCPA Marine Connectivity Working Group |
Date & Time: | 8 February 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Presenter(s): Barbara Lausche, Mote Marine Laboratory and chair of the IUCN-WCPA Marine Connectivity Working Group Sponsor(s): NOAA National Marine Protected Areas (MPA) Center and OCTO Seminar Contact(s): Zac Cannizzo, zac.cannizzo@noaa.gov Abstract: Ecological connectivity of marine and coastal ecosystems is essential to linking our oceans' critical habitats, species, and natural processes. Beyond the movement of species, these connections sustain important ecosystem functions such as larval dispersal, nutrient cycling, and carbon sequestration. To help guide, enhance, and restore ecological connectivity of the ocean, the IUCN WCPA has released a new publication entitled Marine Connectivity Conservation Rules of Thumb' for MPA and MPA Network Design. This publication provides broadly applicable guidance on connectivity for MPA managers. This webinar will highlight several of the 13 Rules of Thumb' and how they can help guide integration of connectivity into conservation activities " ranging from interactions across the land-sea interface to the movement of currents and migratory species around the world and across political boundaries. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: You can find the recording here: (https://marineprotectedareas.noaa.gov/resources/webinars/archive.html) Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. See https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.php |
Title: | North Carolina Life-Saving Stations Pictured in Black and White |
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Presenter(s): | Keeper James Charlet, Teacher, Author, Historian, Public Speaker, and Tour Guide |
Date & Time: | 8 February 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: North Carolina Life-Saving Stations Pictured in Black and White Presenter(s): Keeper James Charlet, Teacher, Author, Historian, Public Speaker, and Tour Guide Sponsor(s): Monitor National Marine Sanctuary Seminar Contact(s): Shannon Ricles; Shannon.Ricles@noaa.gov Accessibility: A recording of the webinar will be captioned and posted online after the webinar Abstract: Join Keeper James Charlet to hear the stories of the African American crews who served in the U.S. Life-Saving Service. The United States Life-Saving Service was the first successful American coastal service whose singular mission was land-based ocean rescue. It existed from 1871 until 1915, with over 300 life-saving stations on all of America's coasts. Although it had a rough start, it became America's most celebrated, honored, and admired national service. The brave souls known as Surfmen had one focus: saving lives in peril from the sea, so others may live. During their 44-year history, nationwide, using no more than small, open, wooden boats, and cork life belts, often in violent and dangerous storms, they responded to over 178,000 lives in perilof which they saved, OVER 177,000.Yet, somehow, America forgot these peaceful heroes. In 1915, the United States Life-Saving Service merged with the U.S. Revenue Cutter Service and was renamed the United States Coast Guard. Hardly any Americans have ever even heard of the United States Life-Saving Service. Far fewer have heard of their integrated squads, known as checkerboard crews. Some have heard of the very first all-black crew " the Pea Island United States Life-Saving Service Station No.17, Outer Banks, North Carolina, which formed just 20 years after the Civil War in the deep south. Join us to learn the extraordinary story. Bio(s): Born in the swamps of south Louisiana, James grew up in Baton Rouge. For 24 years, James taught public school, teaching mostly middle school North Carolina History. He had a passion for writing, and while teaching, James started a publishing company, Carolina Cornucopia. He produced four volumes of classroom materials for both 4th and 8th grade North Carolina Studies. He also wrote a state-adopted textbook, North Carolina: Our People, Places and Past.After his career in teaching, James moved to the Outer Banks and began as a seasonal National Park Service ranger working at the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and the Wright Brothers National Memorial. For seven years, James also worked at the Roanoke Island Festival Park as Lead Historic Interpreter.For ten years, James served as Site Manager of the Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site & Museum, where he learned the incredible and mostly forgotten history of America's Peaceful Heroes of the United States Life-Saving Service'. While there, James was deeply affected by their stories, and his passion and respect grew for this remarkable history, which was the predecessor of today's U.S. Coast Guard.James is a prolific author and today shares his talents as a public speaker, presenter, tour guide, and freelance author. He holds a B.A. from Duke University, a M.Ed. from Louisiana State University, and serves on numerous boards. James continues to interpret and share the historic stories of our nation's past. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Listen to a podcast "Keeper James - Shipwrecks of the Outer Banks to learn more about the U.S. Life-Saving Service's history. #15 Keeper James - Shipwrecks Of The Outer Banks (podbean.com) ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + Flood Climatology and New State Climate Summaries |
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Presenter(s): | Sandra Rayne, Southeast Regional Climate Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Todd Hamill, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Pam Knox, University of Georgia |
Date & Time: | 8 February 2022
10:00 am - 10:45 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Presenter(s): Climate Overview Sandra Rayne | Southeast Regional Climate Center Water Resources Overview Jeff Dobur/Todd Hamill | NWS Southeast River Forecast Center Agriculture Impact Update Pam Knox | University of Georgia Flood Climatology in the Southeast Jeff Dobur | Southeast River Forecast Center New State Climate Summaries Sandra Rayne | Southeast Regional Climate Center Sponsor(s): NOAA NCEI, National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), National Weather Service, Southeast Regional Climate Center, American Association of State Climatologists Seminar Contact(s): Meredith Muth, NIDIS, (Meredith.muth@noaa.gov) Abstract: Join us for the Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar! These webinars will provide the region's stakeholders and interested parties with timely information on current and developing climate conditions such as drought, floods and tropical storms, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. Speakers may also discuss the impacts of these conditions on topics such as wildfires, agriculture production, disruption to water supply, and ecosystems. The February 8 webinar will feature special presentations on "Flood Climatology in the Southeast" and "New State Climate Summaries." Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/7416485623755069963 ![]() Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: You can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Using Global Navigation Satellite System Radio Occultation Measurements for Atmospheric Applications and Climate Monitoring |
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Presenter(s): | Shu-peng -Ben- Ho, GNSS RO Lead Scientist, NOAA/STAR |
Date & Time: | 7 February 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Using Global Navigation Satellite System Radio Occultation Measurements for Atmospheric Applications and Climate Monitoring ESSIC Seminar Series Presenter(s): Shu-peng (Ben) Ho, GNSS RO Lead Scientist, NOAA/STAR Sponsor(s): Earth System Science Interdisciplinary Center (ESSIC) Seminar Contact(s): Cazzy Medley: cazzy@umd.edu Event site: https://go.umd.edu/ho ![]() Webinar number: 2623 345 6491 Webinar password: essicTo join the audio conference only: US Toll: +1-415-655-0002 Abstract: The Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) Radio Occultation (RO) is an active remote sensing technique, which is complementary with the passive microwave (MW) and infrared (IR) sounders and microwave imagers. NESDIS decided that RO will be a long-term core observable treated the same as other satellite observations in NOAA. STAR has become one of the international satellite centers for leading RO processing and science. This study will present our current studies using GNSS RO measurements for atmospheric applications and climate monitoring. I will demonstrate that because RO data are not sensitive to clouds and precipitation, they can provide the global vertical thermal profile information above, within, and below clouds which are critical for understanding the cloud and water vapor feedback mechanism. In addition, I will also demonstrate that with a vertical resolution of ~200"600 meters, RO measurements are very useful for studying atmospheric processes, including the variation of tropopause height and planetary boundary layer height. Because the raw measurements for the RO technique are traceable to the standard unit of time, we can also use RO measurements as the on-orbit references for satellite instrument calibration. I will also highlight STAR RO climate studies summarized in the recent IPCC AR6 report. Bio(s): Dr. Shu-peng (Ben) Ho is the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) radio occultation (RO) Lead Scientist and the Satellite Sounding Lead Scientist at NOAA Center for Satellite Applications & Research (STAR). He is responsible for leading the STAR GNSS RO and satellite sounding teams to develop state-of-the-art science data products and science applications using multiple RO missions and satellite infrared (IR) and microwave (MW) sounders. His research focuses on satellite remote sensing, atmospheric applications, and climate science studies. He is also the guest editor and on the editorial board of several international remote sensing journals, including the Journal of Remote Sensing. He has been on the steering committees and chair and co-chair of many GNSS RO international conferences. He is also a contributing author of the IPCC AR5 report and a co-chair of the Water Cycle Experiment (GEWEX) Radiation Panel (GRP) water vapor profile climate data validation team. He is the recipient of the UCAR Outstanding Accomplishment Award for Scientific and Technical Advancement, the Special Contribution to UCAR COSMIC Mission Award, and the COSMIC Special Recognition Award for Interim Lead Scientist for COSMIC Program. He received the Ph. D. in atmospheric science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Seminar recordings on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ESSICUMD ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Prediction at Weeks 3 - 4 and Subseasonal to Seasonal (S2S) Timescales, February 2021: Application of large-scale precipitation tracking (LPT) to real-time MJO monitoring and forecasts |
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Presenter(s): | Chidong Zhang, NOAA PMEL, and Wanqiu Wang, NOAA CPC |
Date & Time: | 7 February 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Application of large-scale precipitation tracking (LPT) to real-time MJO monitoring and forecasts Presenter(s): Dr. Chidong Zhang, NOAA PMEL, and Dr. Wanqiu Wang, NOAA CPC Sponsor(s): NOAA OAR Weather Program Office S2S Program and NOAA NWS Office of Science and Technology Integration Modeling Program DivisionSeminar Contacts: Karen Keith, karen.keith@noaa.gov Abstract: This monthly webinar series was created to share ongoing work within NWS and OAR at the Weeks 3-4 and S2S timescales. We would like to foster a relaxed, informal dialogue among forecasters, modelers and researchers. This month, Dr. Chidong Zhang and Dr. Wanqiu Wang will speak about "Application of large-scale precipitation tracking (LPT) to real-time MJO monitoring and forecasts." Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Available on the Weeks 3-4/S2S Webinar Series website: https://vlab.noaa.gov/web/weeks-3-4-s2s-webinar-series Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Estimating Natural Mortality in Size-Structured Models (National Stock Assessment Science Seminar Series) |
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Presenter(s): | Lee Cronin-Fine, Post doc, University of Washington |
Date & Time: | 3 February 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Estimating Natural Mortality inSize-Structured Models (National Stock Assessment Science Seminar Series) Presenter(s): Lee Cronin-Fine, Post doc at the University of Washington Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and NOAA's Central Library (NCL) Seminar Contact(s): Kristan Blackhart and Library Seminars Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel ![]() Abstract: Natural mortality (M) is important in stock assessment since it strongly influences model outputs such as spawning stock biomasses. Estimating M is difficult since it is confounded with several factors including catchability. Most studies exploring M estimation focus on age-structured stock assessment models. Unfortunately, many valuable marine species are difficult to age and use size-structure models. Therefore, this study explores the ability of size-structured stock models to estimate M under a variety of scenarios. These scenarios include things such as terminal molt and whether M is constant or varying by sex and maturity stage. Keywords: Natural Mortality, Terminal Molt, Growth Bio(s): Lee attended Brown University for undergrad where he majored in applied mathematics/ biology. He then got a master's in marine biology from Northeastern University where he conducted a morphometrics study on alewife. After working as an observer in the Bering Sea, he got his PhD in quantitative ecology and resource management at the University of Washington under Andre Punt. He is currently doing a post doc with Meaghan Bryan conducting an MSE to quantify the value of survey information. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Fostering Partnerships, the Foundation of Collaborative Science |
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Presenter(s): | Kaitlyn Dietz, Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve; Aimee Good, San Franciso Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve; and Doug George, NOAA's Office of Coastal Management |
Date & Time: | 3 February 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Fostering Partnerships, the Foundation of Collaborative Science Presenter(s): - Kaitlyn Dietz, Kaitlyn.Dietz@FloridaDEP.gov, Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (NERR) - Aimee Good, aimee@sfsu.edu, San Francisco Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve - Doug George, douglas.george@noaa.gov, NOAA's Office for Coastal Management Sponsor(s): The NERRS Science Collaborative Seminar Contact(s): Doug George (douglas.george@noaa.gov) or Nick Soberal (nsoberal@umich.edu) Abstract: If you've ever developed a user-driven research proposal, you know it takes a lot of conversations, coordination, and iteration " not to mention significant investment of time and resources. Partnerships are the heart of the collaborative science approach, and success depends on assembling the right team to engage, understand, design, and deliver results to meet users' needs. When getting started with a new collaborative science project, it's important to commit the time and resources necessary to foster relationships among team members, end users, and other partners, establish mutual understanding, and ultimately create a shared vision for what you want to accomplish.Join us for a discussion with two speakers from the NERRS who will share how their successful collaborative science efforts started. Speakers will highlight how small grants helped them explore ideas with partners that sparked future projects, and the importance of getting together, understanding one another's needs, and fostering relationships to do science that makes a difference. Bio(s): Please visit here ![]() |
Title: | Feedback loops in kelp forest systems and their effects on fisheries and restoration management |
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Presenter(s): | Marissa Baskett, PhD, Professor, University of California Davis |
Date & Time: | 3 February 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Feedback loops in help forest systems and their effects on fisheries and restoration management Presenter(s): Marissa Baskett, PhD, Professor, University of California Davis Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS.NWFSC's Virtual Monster Jam; https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/nwfsc-monster-seminar-jam Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.govu003cp>ABSTRACT A long-standing debate in temperate rocky reefs is whether or not kelp forests and urchin barrens are alternative stable states, where both states are possible under the same set of environmental conditions. I will present a set of dynamical models from our lab group that (a) test the potential for an array of feedback mechanisms to drive alternative stable states in temperate rocky reefs and (b) evaluate how those feedback mechanisms affect management decisions such as rebuilding plans and restoration approaches. We show that recruitment facilitation at multiple trophic levels, size-structured predation on urchins, and changes in urchin grazing behavior in response to kelp or predator densities can, theoretically, each cause alternative stable states in kelp systems. When considering multi-species fisheries with harvested urchins and lobsters, these dynamics lead urchin harvest to affect system resilience more than lobster and kelp densities. In addition, accounting for size-structured predation changes the ordering of predator and prey rebuilding that leads to the fastest and least volatile system-wide recovery. For restoration, the threshold urchin removal that supports kelp recovery increases with the strength of urchin grazing behavioral feedbacks. Our next step in this research is to explore how feedbacks between the social and natural system as well as within the kelp (natural) system affect restoration outcomes. BIODr. Marissa Baskett is a professor in the Department of Environmental Science and Policy at the University of California, Davis. Her research focuses on modeling ecological and evolutionary responses to global environmental change. While researching a wide range of biological topics from life history evolution to ecosystem resilience, she develops theory relevant to conservation management decisions, particularly in marine systems. She was selected as an Ecological Society of America Early Career Fellow in 2013 and UC Davis Chancellor's Fellow in 2017. She received her BS in biology from Stanford University and her MA and PhD in ecology and evolutionary biology from Princeton University.NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Supporting Natural Resource and Community Disaster Recovery |
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Presenter(s): | Autumn Lotze, Natural Resource & Community Recovery Specialist, Genwest Systems, Inc. in support of NOAA's Disaster Preparedness Program |
Date & Time: | 3 February 2022
10:00 am - 11:00 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Supporting Natural Resource and Community Disaster Recovery Part of the NOAA Gulf of Mexico Forum Webinar Series Presenter(s): Autumn Lotze, Natural Resource & Community Recovery Specialist, Genwest Systems, Inc. in support of NOAA's Disaster Preparedness Program Sponsor(s): NOAA's Gulf of Mexico Regional Collaboration Team, a part of NOAA's Regional Collaboration Network Seminar Contact(s): Kristen.R.Laursen@noaa.gov (NOAA Fisheries and Regional Collaboration Network) Abstract: The Office of Response and Restoration's Disaster Preparedness Program (DPP) coordinates operational capabilities and knowledge from across the National Ocean Service and NOAA to ensure that commerce, communities, and natural resources can recover as quickly as possible. Autumn Lotze will present about the disaster recovery support process and DPP's coordination role, highlighting NOAA engagement in recent and ongoing hurricane recovery efforts. Bio(s): Autumn Lotze is a planner by training whose career has focused on strengthening disaster resilience through risk mitigation, capacity building, and organizational collaboration. A natural resource & community recovery specialist with Genwest Systems, Autumn's current role with NOAA's Disaster Preparedness Program focuses on supporting strategy development, planning, operations, and partnerships to help connect NOAA resources to community disaster resilience and recovery needs. Prior to joining the DPP, Autumn worked with disaster recovery nonprofit SBP and the American Red Cross on national preparedness and recovery programs, and supported several disaster response and recovery operations around the country. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials:Please contact Kristen.R.Laursen@noaa.gov for the recording and/or PDF. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Sex Lives of Corals: From Spawning to Conservation |
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Presenter(s): | Sarah Davies, Assistant Professor of Biology, Boston University |
Date & Time: | 2 February 2022
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Sex Lives of Corals: From Spawning to Conservation This is part of the Seaside Chats speaker series hosted by Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary Presenter(s): Sarah Davies, Assistant Professor of Biology, Boston University Sponsor(s): Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary Seminar Contact(s): Kelly Drinnen, kelly.drinnen@noaa.gov Accessibility: A captioned video recording of the presentation will be available after the event from our website. Abstract: Corals exhibit some of the most fascinating reproductive behavior in the animal kingdom. Once a year they release their eggs and sperm into the water column for external fertilization. This life history strategy allows corals, which are usually stuck in one place, to disperse to new reefs. This spawning behavioral so allows coral researchers to study a variety of different research topics to better understand coral symbiosis, dispersal, and responses to climate change. Dr. Davies will share some of the exciting research her lab is doing, including some of the ways this research might inform coral conservation. Bio(s): Sarah Davies is an Assistant Professor of Biology at Boston University. She earned her MSc from the University of Calgary in 2009 and her PhD from the University of Texas at Austin in 2014. In 2014, she worked as a postdoctoral researcher at the University of North Carolina and in 2016 she became a Simons Foundation Fellow of the Life Sciences Research Foundation. Davies is an integrative biologist and her expertise includes ecological genomics, population genetics, physiology, and marine biology and her research largely focuses on how corals respond to climate change. Davies is deeply passionate about mentorship and its ability to facilitate increased representation of marginalized scholars in STEM. Davies has worked at the Flower Garden Banks since 2007 and although she has spent time on many reefs around the world, the annual coral spawning event at the Flower Gardens remains one of her fieldwork highlights to this date. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Supply links here for slides, recordings, and any other supporting materials. You may also note here that materials will be linked here after the seminar. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | Community Resiliency Hubs: A Model for Advancing Climate Preparedness in Baltimore |
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Presenter(s): | Aubrey Germ, Baltimore Office of Sustainability |
Date & Time: | 2 February 2022
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Community Resiliency Hubs: A Model for Advancing Climate Preparedness in Baltimore Presenter(s): Aubrey Germ, the Climate and Resilience Planner for Baltimore's Office of Sustainability Sponsor(s): Consortium for Climate Risk in the Urban Northeast (CCRUN), a NOAA RISA Team Seminar Contact(s): Sean Bath (sean.bath@noaa.gov) or Korin Tangtrakul (krt73@drexel.edu) Accessibility: Contact Korin Tangtrakul (krt73@drexel.edu) if needed. Abstract: Initiated in 2015, Baltimore's Community Resiliency Hub Program is an innovative and impactful community-centered initiative that increases community capacity to prepare for, withstand, and respond to natural hazard impacts and emergency situations. The goal of this program is to better connect frontline community organizations with focused support and resources so that, in the event of a natural disaster or emergency, there is improved provision of emergency response and recovery services to under-resourced neighborhoods and their most vulnerable residents. The 15 organizations in the Program are all trusted, service-based non-profits with strong leadership located in under-resourced and climate-vulnerable neighborhoods. They partner with the City and provide essential resources and community support during times of crisis.Cities across the country are learning from Baltimore's program and implementing Resiliency Hub models of their own. Aubrey Germ, the Climate and Resilience Planner for Baltimore's Office of Sustainability, manages the Community Resilience Hub program and will present on the concept of a resilience hub, what the program and partnership entails, and the ins and outs of how Hubs operate. She will also share examples of how they've been effective resources for the communities they serve, including during the COVID-19 pandemic. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: All sessions are recorded and archived on the CCRUN website ![]() Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Fisheries management, eco-certification, and joint influences on fish populations |
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Presenter(s): | Michael Melnychuk, Marine Stewardship Council and University of Washington |
Date & Time: | 2 February 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Fisheries management, eco-certification, and joint influences on fish populations Presenter(s): Dr. Michael Melnychuk, Marine Stewardship Council and University of Washington Sponsor(s): NOAA NMFS SWFSC Fisheries Ecology Division Seminar Contact(s): tanya.rogers@noaa.gov Abstract: Which fisheries management actions work best to prevent overfishing or to rebuild depleted populations? And do market mechanisms such as eco-labelling provide any additional benefit for fish populations after controlling for management measures? These measures co-occur with one another while environmental, biological, and economic factors may also affect populations, presenting a challenge of attribution to specific factors. Hierarchical analyses across many populations may aid with untangling the varying influences of these multiple factors. Under a NCEAS working group, we compiled detailed management histories for nearly 300 assessed marine fisheries from around the world and merged these with time series of stock assessment outputs representing population biomass and fishing pressure relative to sustainability benchmarks. Treating management actions as interventions that potentially influence trends in population status, we found that rebuilding plans had the strongest effect, rapidly lowering fishing pressure towards target levels and enabling overfished populations to recover. Additionally, the ratification of international fishing agreements and harvest control rules specifying how catch limits should vary with population biomass helped to reduce overfishing and rebuild biomass. New research which also incorporates the possible influence of seafood eco-certification on fish populations hints at a positive association with biomass trends, although the incentives involved with certification are such that the direction of causality is likely reversed. Overall, a broad suite of management measures at local, national and international levels appears to be key to sustaining fish populations and food production. Bio(s): Dr. Michael Melnychuk recently joined the Marine Stewardship Council as Principal Scientist (Data Science). He is tasked with quantifying MSC program impacts and, working for London headquarters from his home in Vancouver, Canada, faces the monumental challenge of becoming more of a morning person. Prior to his new role, he worked as a Research Scientist at the University of Washington in Ray Hilborn's lab. His research focused on identifying management strategies and tactics that lead to successful conservation outcomes for marine populations and positive socioeconomic outcomes for the fisheries they support. Much of this work relies on estimates of stock status of fish and invertebrate populations from around the world, assembled in the RAM Legacy Stock Assessment Database. This work built on a post-doc with Tim Essington at UW evaluating the effect of catch share management on fish populations. His doctoral research at the University of British Columbia with Carl Walters and Villy Christensen focused on quantifying mortality patterns of juvenile salmon during their migration from southern BC rivers to the open ocean and developing approaches to integrate acoustic telemetry data into mark-recapture models. More at mikemelnychuk.wordpress.com ![]() Recordings: The talk will be recorded; link to recording available upon request. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your suggestions and ideas! |
Title: | How Well Do We Really Understand Ultrafine Particle Growth? |
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Presenter(s): | Murray Johnston, University of Delaware |
Date & Time: | 2 February 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: How Well Do We Really Understand Ultrafine Particle Growth? Presenter(s): Murray Johnston, University of Delaware Sponsor(s): NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series SeminarContact: caroline.womack@noaa.gov Abstract: Tremendous advances have been made in the last decade to characterize gas-phase precursors to nanoparticle growth and to correlate formation of these precursors with particle growth rate and chemical composition. Nanoparticle growth is thought to be driven primarily by condensation of nonvolatile molecules produced in the gas phase by processes such as autooxidation monoterpenes. While this model works well, there are situations where predicted growth rates are slower than measured growth rates and particle composition does not match that expected from precursor molecule condensation, whether it be in the low nanometer size range or in larger ultrafine (sub 100 nm) particles. This begs the question: How well do we really understand particle growth? Ultrafine particles have relatively large surface area to volume ratios, so it is not unreasonable to expect that heterogeneous chemistry plays a role. In this presentation, I will first review some of our chemical composition measurements of ambient nanoparticles that point to an impact of heterogeneous chemistry. I will then discuss our current work to measure growth rates in a flow tube reactor where the seed (starting) particle characteristics are systematically varied. Our results show that growth is dependent on seed particle size, phase, and composition. Sorting out these dependencies should allow more accurate predictions of ultrafine particles across a wide range of atmospheric conditions. Bio(s): Dr. Murray Johnston is a Professor in the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department at the University of Delaware. He received his PhD in Chemistry at the University of Wisconsin, and did his postdoctoral work at Northwestern University. In 1982, he became an assistant professor at the University of Colorado, Boulder, and in 1990, joined the faculty of the University of Delaware. During his tenure at Delaware, he has served as the Assistant Chair and Director of Graduate Studies and the Chemistry and Biochemistry department chair. He currently serves as the Associate Dean for Natural Sciences, and holds a joint professorship in the Oceanography Program. He has received numerous awards for his research, and has recently served as the Vice President of the American Association of Aerosol Research. Recordings: https://csl.noaa.gov/seminars/2022Subscribe tothe OneNOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' inthe subject or body. For more, visit the OneNOAA Science SeminarSeries website. |
Title: | Characteristics and Predictability of Midwest Drought |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Andrew Hoell, NOAA Physical Sciences Laboratory |
Date & Time: | 2 February 2022
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Presenter(s): Dr. Andrew Hoell | NOAA Physical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Contact(s): Molly Woloszyn, NOAA/NIDIS Abstract: Please join us for this Midwest DEWS webinar, which will present results from a NIDIS-funded research study that was recently published in the Journal of Hydrometeorology ![]() This webinar will present results from the historical analysis of drought onset, persistence, and demise in the Midwest, as well as information on potential sources of predictability for drought in the region. Dr. Hoell will also present information on where this research study is going next by looking at future drought conditions using climate model projections. There will be a Q&A session following the presentation, as well as an opportunity to provide feedback on the plans for the future analysis. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: You can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Arctic Report Card 2021: Disruptions to Environments and Peoples |
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Presenter(s): | Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy ACCAP; Tom Ballinger, University of Alaska Fairbanks UAF; Walt Meier, National Snow and Ice Data Center NSIDC |
Date & Time: | 31 January 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Arctic Report Card 2021: Disruptions to Environments and Peoples Presenter(s): Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy (ACCAP); Tom Ballinger, University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF); Walt Meier, National Snow and Ice Data Center (NSIDC) Sponsor(s): Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP), a NOAA RISA Team Seminar Contact(s): Tina Buxbaum (tmbuxbaum@alaska.edu, 907-474-7812), Danielle Meeker (demeeker@alaska.edu, 571-215-7083), or Sean Bath (sean.bath@noaa.gov, 302-827-7716) Recording: https://uaf-accap.org/event/2021-arcticreportcard/ ![]() Abstract: NOAA's 16th annual Arctic Report Card was released in December, with an overarching theme documenting ongoing and incipient disruptions to Arctic environments and peoples. This year's report card features 14 essays and ACCAP's Rick Thoman will provide a drive-by tour of diverse topics covered this year, ranging from Arctic hydrology to glacial and permafrost hazards to communities to the ongoing changes in underwater soundscape in the Arctic. UAF's Tom Ballinger will provide an overview of air temperatures and Walt Meier with the National Snow and Ice Data Center will review sea ice conditions and drivers during the year. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | U.S. Southwest Drought Briefing |
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Presenter(s): | Peter Goble, Colorado Climate Center and Tonya Haigh, National Drought Mitigation Center |
Date & Time: | 27 January 2022
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Presenter(s): Drought Conditions Update, by Peter Goble | Colorado Climate Center, and New Ranch Management Dashboard, by Tonya Haigh | National Drought Mitigation Center Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), USDA Southwest Climate Hub Seminar Contacts: Joel Lisonbee (joel.lisonbee@noaa.gov) Abstract: The most recent U.S. Drought Monitor indicates that nearly all of the Southwest is experiencing some level of drought. Following a fairly dismal November, December precipitation has improved, but not eliminated, drought conditions. This short drought briefing will focus on winter drought conditions and forecasts for Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah. Register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7763062685693273611 ![]() Recordings: You can find them here: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Incorporating environmental effects from ocean models improves a marine fishery stock assessment |
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Presenter(s): | Hubert du Pontavice, Princeton University and NOAA/NMFS Northeast Fisheries Science Center |
Date & Time: | 27 January 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Incorporating environmental effects from ocean models improves a marine fishery stock assessment. Presenter(s): Hubert du Pontavice, Princeton University and NOAA/NMFS Northeast Fisheries Science Center Sponsor(s): U.S. Northeast Climate-Fisheries Seminar Series; coordinator is Vincent.Saba@noaa.gov Abstract: TBD Bio(s): TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the OneNOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. |
Title: | Northeast Habitat Climate Vulnerability Assessment |
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Presenter(s): | Samantha Borisoff, Climatologist with the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell University, and Mike Johnson, NOAA/NMFS/GARFO |
Date & Time: | 27 January 2022
9:30 am - 10:30 am ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: NOAA Eastern Region Climate Services Webinar/Northeast Habitat Climate Vulnerability Assessment Presenter(s): Samantha Borisoff, Climatologist with the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell University, Mike Johnson, NOAA/NMFS/Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service/National Centers for Environmental Information/Regional Climate Services. Seminar Contact(s): Ellen Mecray Abstract: The webinar will feature a recap of January conditions and Mike Johnson will provide an overview of the results of a NOAA Fisheries-led assessment of the climate vulnerability of marine, estuarine, and riverine habitats in the Northeast United States. The findings were published in the scientific journal PLOS ONE ![]() Bio(s): TBD Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: If interested in obtaining a PDF of the slides and/or the recording, see the Northeast Regional Climate Center ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | New data, imageries, and tools in support of global ocean color research and monitoring |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Karlis Mikelsons, Research Scientist, NOAA NESDIS/SOCD - Ocean Color Science Team |
Date & Time: | 26 January 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: New data, imageries, and tools in support of global ocean color research and monitoring. Presenter(s): Karlis Mikelsons, Research Scientist, NOAA NESDIS/SOCD - Ocean Color Science Team Sponsor(s): NOAA Ocean Color Coordinating Group (NOCCG) Seminar Contact(s): Merrie.Neely@noaa.gov Abstract: This talk will consist of several parts documenting some of the recent developments related to the satellite ocean color and visualization, as well as new data products and imagery routinely produced by the NOAA Ocean Color Research Team. One of often forgotten, but nevertheless important data sets for ocean color derivation and visualization, especially over the coastal and inland waters, is consistent and up-to-date global land mask data. In this part of talk, we will present an updated global land mask data set for the satellite ocean color retrievals, and will briefly discuss the methodology of deriving an improved land mask data set from multiple existing data sources. False color imagery has been historically used in vegetation monitoring, and land-water surface mapping. It is also especially valuable in monitoring and mapping the regional extents of floating vegetation, such as Sargassum algae. Recently, global false color imagery derived from one year of VIIRS SNPP data was used for floating algae survey and monitoring at the global scale. Here, we show some of more striking examples from the global survey, and discuss potential applications of multi-year global false color imagery. Recent abundance of satellite imagery from multiple sensor platforms present new opportunities to combine and create new types of imagery. In this part, we will show how to produce the near-surface clear sky imagery from daily global multi-satellite imagery time series, and present several examples of applications, including monitoring the evolution of algae blooms. Finally, we will also review some new/enhanced functionality and features of the NOAA Ocean Color Viewer (OCView). Speaker Bio(s): Karlis Mikelsons is a research scientist at Global Science and Technology, working at the NOAA Center for Satellite Applications and Research (STAR), Ocean Color Research Team since joining NOAA at 2014. His research interests include satellite ocean color data analysis, algorithm development, and satellite and geospatial data visualization techniques. As part of his efforts at NOAA, Karlis developed the NOAA Ocean Color Viewer (OCView) web page. Karlis received MS and PhD degrees in physics from the University of Cincinnati, and performed a post-doctoral study at Georgetown University. Slides, Recordings Other Materials: available 24-48 hours following the seminar at this link https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars_NOCCG.php Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars.php |
Title: | From Molecular to Regional Scales: Elucidating the Health and Climate Impacts of Combustion Aerosols |
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Presenter(s): | Rawad Saleh, University of Georgia |
Date & Time: | 26 January 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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OneNOAA Science SeminarSeries Title: From Molecular to Regional Scales: Elucidating the Health and Climate Impacts of Combustion Aerosols Presenter(s): Rawad Saleh, University of Georgia Sponsor(s): NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series SeminarContact: caroline.womack@noaa.gov Abstract: Starting with controlled combustion of single-molecule fuels, we developed the brown-black continuum framework to describe the large variation in brown carbon (BrC) light-absorption properties reported in the literature. We show that this continuum of light-absorption properties is linked to combustion fundamentals and is associated with a continuum of molecular sizes, volatility, and solubility in organic solvents, as well as differences in toxicity toward lung epithelial cells. Building on this fundamental knowledge, we explore 3 avenues: (1) aerosol formation under conditions representative of next-generation low-temperature combustion (LTC) engine technologies; (2) properties of BrC in biomass-burning emissions; and (3) the effect of photochemical aging on the toxicity of biomass-burning emissions. We also implement findings from laboratory experiments from our group and others into a regional chemical transport model to investigate (1) how/whether implementing BrC absorption in the model enhances its performance, as assessed via detailed model-observation comparisons; and (2) the public health and climate impacts of shifting the U.S. light-duty gasoline fleet from traditional port fuel injection (PFI) to gasoline direct injection (GDI) technology due to differences in emission profiles between PFI and GDI engines. Bio(s): Dr. Rawad Saleh ![]() Recordings: https://csl.noaa.gov/seminars/2022Subscribe tothe OneNOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' inthe subject or body. For more, visit the OneNOAA Science SeminarSeries website. |
Title: | Alaska’s fire weather hotspot and its response to regional atmospheric circulation at weather and climate time scales |
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Presenter(s): | Tom Ballinger, International Arctic Research Center - IARC |
Date & Time: | 25 January 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Alaska's fire weather hotspot and its response to regional atmospheric circulation at weather and climate time scales Presenter(s): Tom Ballinger, International Arctic Research Center (IARC) Sponsor(s): Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP) a NOAA RISA Team & Alaska Fire Science Consortium (AFSC) Seminar Contact(s): Tina Buxbaum (tmbuxbaum@alaska.edu, 907-474-7812), Danielle Meeker (demeeker@alaska.edu, 571-215-7083), Sean Bath (sean.bath@noaa.gov) Abstract: Alaska's central and eastern interior (CEI), including the greater Tanana Valley and Yukon Flats, has consistently been the most fire prone area of the state during the last two decades. Toward operational and research applications, several surface fire weather indicators have been developed, such as the Buildup Index (BUI), and linked to CEI fire ignition, size, and spread. Beyond few analyses involving extreme fire years, studies have seldom examined the role of regional atmospheric circulation in modulating the region's fire weather conditions through time. Moreover, modern forecast models' skill in predicting such fire weather conditions is relatively low beyond a lead time of 10-14 days. This shortcoming creates numerous challenges for the fire managers attempting to mobilize resources for potential impacts. More complete understanding of atmospheric patterns and processes and their statistical linkages with fire weather at long-range weather-to-climate scales could thus be broadly useful to the fire community. In this webinar, we will discuss historical relationships between regional atmospheric circulation and peak CEI fire weather conditions (e.g., BUI maxima) through the different fire season phases (i.e., wind, duff, drought, and diurnal periods) during the 1979-2020 period. We will first provide an overview of past fire studies conducted through a synoptic circulation framework. We will then introduce the updated Alaska Blocking Index (ABI), a metric that quantifies the overlying middle tropospheric flow. Subsequently, we will discuss the ABI's associations, at weekly-to-monthly lead times, to intraseasonal peaks in CEI fire weather conditions. Case studies detailing ABI conditions preceding extreme fire years will also be summarized. We will conclude with a discussion of paths forward and potential applications of the ABI and other regional ocean-atmosphere indices toward Alaska wildland fire prediction at lead times out to the seasonal scale. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Re-Introducing The National Marine Ecosystem Status Website |
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Presenter(s): | Will Klajbor, Knauss Marine Policy Fellow |
Date & Time: | 25 January 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Presenter(s): Will Klajbor, Knauss Marine Policy Fellow Sponsor(s): NOAA NCEI Please register for NCEI Seminar Series at: https://attendee.gotowebinar. ![]() After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. If you are joining from a telephone, dial: 562-247-8422 Access code: 794-335-043 Abstract: The agency's National Marine Ecosystem Status website provides a starting point for educators, outreach specialists, and the interested public to explore the status of seven major U.S. marine ecosystems and the nation at-a-glance. For the first time in one location, it provides easy access to NOAA's wide range of important coastal and marine ecosystem data. In this presentation, Will will walk through the first major update to the website, including new data and resources available for the first time on the site, and explain how work done by NOAA Programs like NCEI support this product. Bio(s): Will is a 2021 NOAA Knauss Fellow coordinating the NOAA Ecosystem Indicators Working Group that maintains the National Marine Ecosystem Status website. Will is co-hosted by the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries, NOAA's Integrated Ecosystem Assessment Program, and the National Center for Environmental Information. Prior to the Fellowship, Will completed his Masters in Marine Resource Management with a minor in Risk Quantification in Marine Systems at Oregon State University. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint (ACF) Drought and Water Monthly Webinar + New ACF Drought and Water Dashboard |
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Presenter(s): | David Zierden, Florida Climate Center; Tom Littlepage, ADECA Office of Water Resources; Paul Ankcorn, USGS South Atlantic Water Science Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Jody Huang, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mobile District; Samantha Lucas, Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve; Meredith Muth, NOAA NIDIS |
Date & Time: | 25 January 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Presenter(s): David Zierden, Florida Climate Center; Tom Littlepage, ADECA Office of Water Resources; Paul Ankcorn, USGS South Atlantic Water Science Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Jody Huang, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mobile District; Samantha Lucas, Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve; Meredith Muth, NOAA NIDIS Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), Auburn University Water Resources Center Seminar Contact(s): Meredith Muth (meredith.muth@noaa.gov) Abstract: The Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint (ACF) River Basin Drought Assessment Webinar is part of a monthly (twice a month during drought status) webinar series designed to provide stakeholders, water-resource managers, and other interested parties in the ACF region with timely information on current drought status, seasonal forecasts and outlooks, streamflow conditions and forecasts, groundwater conditions, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir conditions. The January 25 webinar will feature a special presentation new ACF Drought and Water Dashboard and Story Map, to be launched soon. Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/1157532176109540365 ![]() Recordings: Yes, you can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | California-Nevada Winter Status Update Webinar |
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Presenter(s): | Daniel McEvoy, CNAP, WRCC, DRI; Michael Deflorio, CW3E, Scripps Institution of Oceanography; Steph McAfee, NV State Climatologist, UNR; and Michael Anderson, CA State Climatologist, CA DWR |
Date & Time: | 24 January 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Titles and Speakers Drought & Climate Update Daniel McEvoy | CNAP, WRCC, DRI Drought & Climate Outlook Michael Deflorio | CW3E, Scripps Institution of Oceanography State Climatologist Perspective on the Current Drought Steph McAfee, NV State Climatologist | UNR Michael Anderson, CA State Climatologist | CA DWR Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), California Nevada Climate Applications Program (CNAP), Western Regional Climate Center (WRCC), Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Nevada State Climate Office, Desert Research Institute,, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Center For Western Weather and Water Extremes (CW3E) POC: Amanda Sheffield, NOAA/NIDIS, amanda.sheffield@noaa.gov Abstract: According to the January 4 U.S. Drought Monitor, 99.6% of CA/NV is in drought, with 19.7% in Extreme (D3) or Exceptional (D4) Drought. The area in D3/D4 is down from 70.4% just one month ago, reflecting the barrage of storms that have brought rain and snow to the region since mid-fall. These storms have improved conditions but have not ended the drought. The current drought developed over many months to years and left huge water deficits. The California-Nevada Drought Early Warning System (CA-NV DEWS) January 2022 Drought & Climate Outlook Webinar is part of a series of regular drought and climate outlook webinars designed to provide stakeholders and other interested parties in the region with timely information on current drought status and impacts, as well as a preview of current and developing climatic events (i.e. El Nio and La Nia). Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. See https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.php |
Title: | January 2022 National Weather Service Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing |
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Presenter(s): | Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy (ACCAP) |
Date & Time: | 21 January 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Seminar Series Title: January 2022 National Weather Service Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing Presenter(s): Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment & Policy (ACCAP) Sponsor(s): Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP), a NOAA RISA Team Seminar Contact(s): Tina Buxbaum (tmbuxbaum@alaska.edu, 907-474-7812), Danielle Meeker (demeeker@alaska.edu, 571-215-7083), Sean Bath (sean.bath@noaa.gov, 302-827-7716) Abstract: We will review recent and current climate conditions around Alaska, review some forecast tools and finish up the Climate Prediction Center's forecast for February 2022 and the early spring season. Join the gathering online to learn what's happened and what may be in store with Alaska's seasonal climate. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above. Subscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Holomua: Marine 30x30 – Our nearshore aquatic resources management plan for Hawai‘i |
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Presenter(s): | Lunalilo Kekoa, Community-based Subsistence Fishing Area planner |
Date & Time: | 20 January 2022
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Holomua: Marine 30x30 " Our nearshore aquatic resources management plan for Hawaii Presenter(s): Lunalilo Kekoa, Community-based Subsistence Fishing Area planner Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar Contact(s): Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Abstract: In 2016, Governor David Ige announced the Sustainable Hawaii Initiative, now known as Holomua: Marine 30x30. The initiative aims to effectively manage the nearshore waters of Hawaii, with at least 30% established as marine management areas by 2030. Join Lunalilo Kekoa as he describes a broad range of new strategic marine management measures aiming to sustain, conserve, and enhance our marine resources so communities can continue to benefit from abundant nearshore waters now and in the future. The initiative creates an opportunity for Hawaii residents to work with the Division of Aquatic Resources and its partners to achieve a shared vision of a healthy nearshore ecosystem with abundant resources, where the people of Hawaii can enjoy our coastal waters, support our local livelihoods, and feed our families.This presentation is part of the Third Thursday By the Bay Presentation Series at Mokuppapa Discovery Center, which is the visitor center for Papahnaumokukea Marine National Monument in Hilo, Hawaii. This State of the Monument lecture series is also supported by the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation through a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation. Register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4721478170096897038 ![]() http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Environmental Sensitivity Index - ESI's |
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Presenter(s): | Nicolle Rutherford Biologist / ESI Program Manager / CAF Program Manager / NOAA Emergency Response Division |
Date & Time: | 20 January 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Environmental Sensitivity Index - ESI's Presenter(s): Nicolle Rutherford Biologist / ESI Program Manager / CAF Program Manager / NOAA Emergency Response Division Sponsor(s): OR&R Lecture Series: You Don't Know What You Don't Know. Welcome to OR&R's online lecture series, You Don't Know What You Don't Know! Each month, an expert presents on a topic related to emergency spill response, environmental protection and sometimes beyond. Topics will range from booms to birds, burning to bacteria, satellites to submarines. The goal of the series is to provide a larger, more diverse audience to presentations and lectures recently given at meetings or conferences. Point of Contact: youdontknowwhatyoudontknow@noaa.gov Abstract: TBD Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | IWG-Ocean and Coastal Mapping Spatial Priorities Study |
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Presenter(s): | Karen Gouws, NOAA GIS Specialist |
Date & Time: | 20 January 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: IWG-OCM Spatial Priorities Study (IOCM "Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping" Seminar Series) Presenter(s): Karen Gouws, NOAA GIS Specialist Sponsor(s): NOAA Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping program Seminar Contacts: Amber Butler (amber.butler@noaa.gov), Karen Gouws (karen.gouws@noaa.gov) or Ashley Chappell (ashley.chappell@noaa.gov) Abstract: This seminar will discuss the analysis of results from the IWG-OCM Spatial Priorities Study. The Spatial Priorities Study was conducted across IWG-OCM federal agencies to gather information about where different agencies had mapping priorities. This study allowed users to indicate for their programs which regions of ocean (nearshore and offshore) and Great Lakes had the most mapping needs in the near or longer term. When aggregated, the results can help us allocate resources efficiently, provide a means to reach out to other partners for coordination, and leverage funding assistance where there is a shared mapping need between organizations. Participants entered mapping priorities throughout 2021 with an easy-to-use online tool developed by NOAA's National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS). Building from other studies using the NCCOS tool, these results were combined and analyzed using geospatial tools to identify areas of greatest mapping priority, areas of overlapping requirements, and justifications for why mapping data is needed. The study is now rolling out on a region-by-region basis, capturing the priorities of other stakeholders such as state governments, local governments, tribal governments, organizations, and corporations, private stakeholders, fisheries organizations, academia, and other groups. This is being done as a milestone activity under the National Ocean Mapping, Exploration and Characterization Strategy (NOMEC). Recordings: Will be available upon request after the seminar at iwgocm.staff@noaa.gov Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Spiny solutions: How sea urchins may face their changing environment |
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Presenter(s): | Juliet Wong, PhD, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Florida International University |
Date & Time: | 20 January 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Spiny solutions: How sea urchins may face their changing environment Presenter(s): Juliet Wong, PhD, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Florida International University Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS.NWFSC's Virtual Monster Jam; https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/nwfsc-monster-seminar-jam Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Abstract: Understanding the processes by which marine organisms respond to their changing environments is necessary if we are to make accurate predictions and informed decisions regarding conservation efforts, seafood safety and security, and other challenges we face as climate change continues. Many organisms may be particularly vulnerable to environmental stress during early development. Detrimental effects that occur early in their life history can carry over into later life stages or lead to population bottlenecks if mortality occurs. Sea urchins that populate coastal waters along the western coast of North America fulfill ecologically important roles, particularly within kelp forest ecosystems, and are economically valuable as fisheries species. The region they inhabit is susceptible to highly variable temperature and pH conditions, and as climate change continues, these organisms are predicted to experience progressive ocean warming and acidification. In this talk, I will discuss my work investigating the early development of sea urchins raised under different combinations of temperature and pH levels. Within a single generation, embryos and larvae exhibited developmental plasticity in relation to body size, thermal tolerance, and gene expression. However, environmental conditions experienced by the parental generation can also influence offspring phenotype via transgenerational plasticity. In a separate experiment, adult urchins were acclimated to different conditions during gametogenesis. I explored how this affected maternal provisioning and compared the epigenetic, transcriptomic, and phenotypic plasticity of progeny that differed by their maternal environments. Bio(s): Dr. Juliet Wong is a global change biologist interested in mechanisms that can confer rapid phenotypic plasticity, and understanding how they may influence ecological and evolutionary processes in marine systems. Her research spans tropical, temperate, and polar ecosystems to investigate how climate change impacts marine invertebrates. Dr. Wong studies how these organisms interact with and respond to their changing environments using a variety of physiological and molecular approaches. She is currently an NSF Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Biology in the Environmental Epigenetics Lab (EELab) at Florida International University.NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook |
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Presenter(s): | Jeff Andresen and BJ Baule, Michigan State Climate Office |
Date & Time: | 20 January 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Outlook Presenter(s): Jeff Andresen and BJ Baule | Michigan State Climate Office Sponsor(s): National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, USDA Midwest Climate Hub, National Drought Mitigation Center, American Association of State Climatologists, National Weather Service Seminar Contacts: Doug Kluck (doug.kluck@noaa.gov), Britt Parker (britt.parker@noaa.gov) or Molly Woloszyn (Molly.Woloszyn@noaa.gov) Abstract: The focus area for this webinar series is the North Central region of the U.S. (from the Rockies to the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley). These free monthly webinars provide and interpret timely information on current climate and drought conditions, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. January 2022 topics include uncommon winter fire events, uncommon December (fall, annual) warmth, and uncommon December severe weather; drought improvements and the status quo; recent and potential climate/weather impacts including, but not limited to, continuing La Nia and what it could mean for the region, winter soil moisture update and recharge outlook, Great Lakes & riverine conditions (including ice jams, lack of ice, high/low flows), and mountain, plains and midwest snow (or lack thereof); and the latest trends and outlooks for precipitation, temperature and snow potential through late fall and winter (2 weeks to 6 months). Access: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7528179497868100876 ![]() Recordings: You can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. |
Title: | Applying Science Communication and Outreach for the US Army Corps of Engineers Research and Development |
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Presenter(s): | Alejandra Enriquez, Sea Grant Knauss Fellowship, US Army Corps of Engineers |
Date & Time: | 20 January 2022
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Applying Science Communication and Outreach for the US Army Corps of Engineers Research and Development (2021 Knauss Fellows Lunch & Learn Series) Presenter(s): Alejandra Enriquez, Sea Grant Knauss Fellowship, US Army Corps of Engineers Sponsor(s): NOAA's Central Library (NCL) Seminar Contact(s): Library Seminars Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel. Sign language interpreting services and Federal Relay Conference Captioning (RCC) service are available, but need to be requested at least 24 hours before the event. Abstract: The US Army Corps of Engineers Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) provides various research tools, publications, and partnerships that are key to delivering solutions to the Nation's toughest challenges in geospatial sciences, water resources, environmental sciences, and civil and military engineering. This presentation covers the various aspects of Alejandra Enriquez's work in providing science communication expertise to ERDC's Civil Works R&D Program and the US Coastal Research Program. Keywords: communications, marine science, stakeholder engagement Bio(s): Alejandra Enriquez is a 2021 Knauss Fellow working for the US Army Corps of Engineers Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) Civil Works R&D Program. She completed her master's in marine biology in 2020, and uses her skills in art and science communication to advise on the strategies which ERDC can use to increase stakeholder engagement. Alejandra works to bridge the gap between the arts and sciences, and is passionate about translating conservation topics to audiences of different cultures and languages. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Information is not enough: Identifying barriers to environmental action can shape how we interact with our audiences |
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Presenter(s): | Maggie Beetstra, Science Education and Policy Fellow, NOAA Office of Education |
Date & Time: | 20 January 2022
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Information is not enough: Identifying barriers to environmental action can shape how we interact with our audiences (2021 Knauss Fellows Lunch & Learn Series) Presenter(s): Maggie Beetstra, Science Education and Policy Fellow, NOAA Office of Education Sponsor(s): NOAA's Central Library (NCL) Seminar Contact(s): Library Seminars Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel. Sign language interpreting services and Federal Relay Conference Captioning (RCC) service are available, but need to be requested at least 24 hours before the event. Abstract: People make decisions that effect the environment everyday, including farmers. However, it is often challenging to make decisions that are the best for the environment, and we face barriers and constraints that influence our behavior. This presentation will briefly discuss two studies about recognizing and overcoming barriers to pro-environmental action that farmers face and then apply those frameworks to the work we do at NOAA. Keywords: social sciences, communication, behavior change Bio(s): Maggie Beetstra is a 2021 Knauss Fellow working in NOAA's Office of Education. She recently completed her PhD in environmental social sciences, focusing on how agricultural producers make conservation decisions that influence water quality. Prior to obtaining her doctorate, Maggie received degrees in the natural sciences and policy, so she is very interested in working in the interdiscplinary space. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Influence of emission reduction on marine low clouds over global oceans in recent two decades |
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Presenter(s): | Minghuai Wang, Nanjing University |
Date & Time: | 19 January 2022
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm ET |
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OneNOAA Science SeminarSeries Title: Influence of emission reduction on marine low clouds over global oceans in recent two decades Presenter(s): Minghuai Wang, Nanjing University Sponsor(s): NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series SeminarContact: jan.kazil@noaa.gov Abstract: Decadal-scale trends in aerosol and cloud properties provide important ways for understanding aerosol-cloud interactions. Here we analyze synergetic long-term trends in aerosol properties and cloud properties over the global ocean using MODIS products over the recent two decades. Cloud droplet number concentration (CDNC) and aerosol parameters show a consistent decreasing trend over the East Coast of the United States (EUS), west coast of Europe (WEU), and east coast of China (EC) due to emission reduction over recent decades. Emission reduction has lowered the hemispheric contrast of cloud droplet number concentration by more than 50% in the recent two decades. Over regions with significant long-term trends of aerosol loading and CDNC (e.g., EUS and WEU), the sensitivity of CDNC to aerosol loading based on the long-term trend is closer to those derived from ground and aircraft observations and larger than those derived from instantaneous satellite observations, providing an alternative way for quantifying aerosol-cloud interactions. Our further analysis over the East Coast of the United States reveals that, while the observed annual-mean cloud fraction shows no significant trend, this is due to the cancellation from the opposite trends in CDNC and relative humidity. A multivariate regression model revealed that the decline in CDNC alone would lead to about 20% relative decline in cloud fraction, indicating the significant aerosol effects on cloud fraction. Satellite observations are further compared with results from climate models. Bio(s): Minghuai Wang ![]() Recordings: https://csl.noaa.gov/seminars/2022Subscribe tothe OneNOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' inthe subject or body. For more, visit the OneNOAA Science SeminarSeries website. |
Title: | Two ‘Omics Seminars: 1) Combating the Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease (SCTLD) outbreak using ‘omics; 2) An ‘omics approach to multi-stressor resilience in the threatened coral, Acropora cervicornis |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Michael Studivan, Assistant Scientist, NOAA/OAR Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory, Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies, University of Miami, Miami, FL and Dr. Ana Palacio-Castro, NRC Postdoctoral Researcher, NOAA/OAR Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory |
Date & Time: | 19 January 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Two Omics Seminars: 1) Combating the Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease (SCTLD) outbreak using omics; 2) An omics approach to multi-stressor resilience in the threatened coral, Acropora cervicornis Presenter(s): Dr. Michael Studivan, Assistant Scientist, NOAA/OAR Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory (AOML), Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies (CIMAS), University of Miami, Miami, FL; and Dr. Ana Palacio-Castro, NRC Postdoctoral Researcher, NOAA/OAR Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory (AOML) Sponsor(s): NOAA 'Omics Seminar Series, sponsored by the NOAA Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR) Omics Program Seminar Contact(s): Katharine Egan, NOAA OAR 'Omics Coordinator, noaa.omics@noaa.gov Register Here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8710455780207678220 ![]() Second Talk: Coral restoration programs are scaling up to re-establish viable populations of the threatened coral, Acropora cervicornis. Although local and global stressors still pose a threat, different coral genotypes may demonstrate varying levels of resilience depending on a suite of unique co-occurring environmental conditions, such as water quality. Understanding the mechanisms behind the varying degrees of resilience among genotypes subjected to multiple stressors can help to optimize management and restoration strategies at a local scale. We conducted two experiments to determine the effect of elevated nutrients on the response of A. cervicornis to (1) heat stress and (2) disease exposure. Throughout the experiments, we compared the performance (growth, photochemical efficiency, and survivorship) of multiple A. cervicornis genotypes and assessed the composition of their associated microbial communities (archaea, bacteria, and Symbiodiniaceae algae). We found that elevated nutrients alone did not change the composition of the microbial communities, but reduced A. cervicornis growth and survivorship, and increased the photochemical efficiency of the algal symbionts. Pre-exposure to elevated nutrients had synergistic effects on bleaching susceptibility and additive effects on disease susceptibility. However, there was remarkable variation in genotype response to the individual and combined stressors. Two bacterial taxa were identified as potential indicators of nutrient-resistant genotypes and one bacteria taxon as an indicator of diseased-infected colonies. We propose that A. cervicornis nutrient-resistant genotypes may be identifiable via their microbiome. Restoration success at reefs exposed to elevated nutrients could increase by prioritizing these resistant genotypes. Bio(s): Dr. Michael Studivan is the lead for disease and omics projects within the AOML Coral Program, and is interested in using omics approaches to better understand coral connectivity and resilience to stress. Prior to his current position, he received his PhD and completed a postdoc with Dr. Joshua Voss at Florida Atlantic University as part of the NOAA Cooperative Institute for Ocean Exploration, Research, and Technology (CIOERT). His previous research used population genetics and transcriptomics approaches to understand the connectivity and plasticity of mesophotic (>30-150m) corals in the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean, contributing to the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary expansion. Michael is also an avid technical diver, and has over 10 years of filmmaking experience as a means to enhance scientific communication.Dr. Ana Palacio-Castro is an NRC postdoctoral research fellow within the AOML Coral Program. Her research has focused on the effects of ocean warming, acidification, and pollution on corals, with emphasis on the coral-algal symbiosis and bleaching. Her goal is to help to identify environmental and genetic factors that promote more resistant corals and allow them to survive in our fast-changing world. Recordings: View past omics seminar recordings here: https://sciencecouncil.noaa.gov/NOAA-Science-Technology-Focus-Areas/NOAA-OmicsNOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Satellite Data Assimilation - A catholic (with a small c) Perspective |
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Presenter(s): | James G. Yoe, PhD, Chief Administrative Officer for the Joint Center For Satellite Data Assimilation |
Date & Time: | 19 January 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
Location: | NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
Description: | Expand"All - Yesterday reinforced a previous lesson learned,. Left to its own devices, the computer will create a Google Meet for something you had already put on a different calendar. If you don't notice.......and I didn't notice......you will end up with two google meet links for the same event. Thanks to Satya Kalluri for coming to our rescue. I realize that in the confusion some of you may have been left out of yesterday's seminar Fortunately one of the things that worked was the recording capability. I can provide you a link to the recording as needed Not as good as "live" but will still work.WSbill.sjoberg@gmail.com NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Satellite Data Assimilation - A catholic (with a small c) Perspective Presenter(s): James G. (Jim) Yoe, PhD Chief Administrative Officer for the Joint Center For Satellite Data Assimilation (JCSDA) Seminar Contact(s): Bill Sjoberg (bill.sjoberg@noaa.gov) AbstractData Assimilation (DA) is one of the pillars supporting operational numerical weather prediction (NWP) and related environmental model forecast systems, and satellite sensors contribute the largest fraction of observations available to be ingested for NWP. In this seminar the fundamental objective and methodology of DA are discussed, as are some of the key challenges and limitations. Efforts to assimilate satellite data in operational NWP systems are considered, and the impacts of various satellite data on forecast skill are presented. The challenges and opportunities represented by new model developments such as the Unified Forecast System (UFS) and new, more numerous, and more varied satellites and sensors are discussed, and the resulting demand for more agile data assimilation development and implementation to support future operations and missions. The critical role of the NASA-NOAA-DOD Joint Center for Satellite Data Assimilation (JCSDA) to help meet these challenges and exploit these opportunities is explained. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Submerged NC: The National WWII Memorial: The Living Room of Washington DC |
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Presenter(s): | Holly Rotondi, Executive Director of the Friends of the National World War II Memorial |
Date & Time: | 18 January 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: The National World War II Memorial: The Living Room of Washington DC (Submerged NC Series) Presenter(s): Holly Rotondi, Executive Director of the Friends of the National World War II Memorial Sponsor(s): Monitor NMS Submerged NC webinar series. Submerged North Carolina is part of the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series. To learn more about Monitor National Marine Sanctuary, visit https://monitor.noaa.gov. Seminar Contact(s): Shannon.Ricles@noaa.govRegister: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7468682740278562319 ![]() Abstract: Join Holly Rotondi, executive director of the Friends of the National World War II Memorial, as she shares the stories and people behind the building of the National World War II Memorial, one of the most visited memorials on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Learn about the 17-year odyssey to create a memorial to honor the16-million-strong men and women who wore the uniform of the U.S. Armed Forces during World War II and to pay tribute to a generation of Americans and Allies who helped to bring freedom to millions around the globe. Discover how the Memorial that faced strong opposition has now become, in the words of Ambassador Haydn Williams, Washington's village square, the town green on the Mall, a place for silent solemn remembrance, for public commemoration and celebration, also a place, to linger, to stroll, to talk, to listen, to share memory and meaning. To learn more about the North Carolina Office of State Archaeology, visit https://archaeology.ncdcr.gov/ ![]() Bio(s): Holly Rotondi, Executive Director of the Friends of the National WWII Memorial. Holly Rotondi is the Executive Director of the Friends of the National World War II Memorial, the nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching the lessons of yesterday to unite the generations of tomorrow. In this role, Ms. Rotondi is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the organization and for developing, funding, and implementing the organization's strategic plans. Ms. Rotondi also serves as a member and executive officer of the organization's Board of Directors. From 2011-2013, she served as a Senior IT Project Management Specialist with High Performance Technologies Group (HPTG). Ms. Rotondi provided project management support for HPTG's $115million Veterans Relationship Management contract with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to manage the VA's next generation of IT system solutions.Prior to her time with HPTG,Ms. Rotondi spent nearly fourteen years with the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund(VVMF), a Washington, DC-based international nonprofit. At VVMF, Ms. Rotondi came up through the ranks attaining the position of Vice President. In this role, her areas of oversight included development / fundraising, programming, and public and community relations. Ms. Rotondi managed the organization's ceremonies, programs, and educational efforts and internal staff as well as a 100-strong volunteer corps to raise awareness and loyalty across the organization and the various communities they represent. Additionally, Ms. Rotondi developed eight delegations to Southeast Asia and collaborated with Major League Baseball and HBO on the introduction of baseball to Vietnam. Ms. Rotondi holds a B.A. in History from The American University. A native of Massachusetts, she currently resides in Washington, DC.Slides, Recordings and Other Materials: You can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.htmlSubscribe to the One NOAA Science Seminar weekly email: Send an email to to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Coral Reef Conserv. Program's Data Management, Archiving, and Compliance |
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Presenter(s): | Brian Beck, CRCP NCEI |
Date & Time: | 13 January 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: An Overview of NOAA's Coral Reef Conservation Program's data management, archiving and compliance Presenter(s): Brian Beck, Sarah O'Connor, Rebecca Wenker, and Lalitha Asirvadam (National Centers for Environmental Information) Bio(s): Our presenters make up the CRCP Coral Data Management Team and sit in the National Centers for Environmental Information. One of their main roles is to track, manage, catalog, archive and publish all products that are produced through CRCP funding. Sponsor(s): Coral Reef Conservation Program Seminar contact: Caroline Donovan, caroline.donovan@noaa.gov Accessibility: Live closed captioning will be provided. Abstract: This presentation will give an overview of several aspects of CRCP data management. Starting with an overview of the data management policies that all CRCP funded projects must follow, we will provide guidance on structuring data, how to submit data to the National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI) for archival, submitting journal articles and other publications to the NOAA Institutional Repository (IR) and 508 compliance. This presentation will be recorded so it can be used in the future for a reference. NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Toolbox - CoastWatch Data Portal and Vertigo |
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Presenter(s): | Michael Soracco and Peter Hollemans, NOAA |
Date & Time: | 13 January 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: CoastWatch Toolbox Demonstration - Data Portal and other tools, plus an Intro to Vertigo - a new CoastWatch tool! Presenter(s): Michael Soracco, RIVA Solutions and Peter Hollemans, Terrenus Earth Sciences- Sponsor(s): NOAA CoastWatch Seminar Contact(s): Merrie.Neely@noaa.gov Abstract: The CoastWatch seminar series will feature 2 speakers per month on CoastWatch-related topics. Talks may be general or technical, concern operations or products, and will always be of interest to the CoastWatch user community and anyone interested in delivery of NOAA operational or experimental services. The CoastWatch Data Portal is a collection of services that facilitate access and use of data. The Portal's map viewer is an online tool that allows visualization and exploration of many satellite oceanographic datasets leveraging services provided by THREDDS and ERDDAP. The portal viewer provides the ability to find data covering an area of interest, compare data from different time periods, subset and download data, plot point time-series, and much more. Vertigo is a tool that is currently available in a beta form to everyone including NOAA users. The goal of the Vertigo project is to create an intuitive application for scientific data search and display. This tool is not yet advertised on the CoatWatch website but is on Github:https://github.com/phollemans/vertigo ![]() Vertigo ties together scientific data of any kind from different data servers in a virtual globe environment and currently supports any THREDDS, ERDDAP, or OPeNDAP servers, CF-compliant NetCDF files including level 2 data, or tiled web map servers such as the STAR OCView (static images) site or ArcGIS and other tiled web map servers (dynamic images). The current development (beta 0.7 on the github link above) has these changes since the last 0.6 beta release: - Reorganization of the source code so that users can build and run their own copy of the latest beta version (instructions on Github) - Error logging window now available from within the application to help with beta development and user feedback - Added support for Mercator projection on ellipsoid Earth model (previously just spherical Earth) - Fixed window size and empty Earth display issues under Windows Speaker Bio(s): Michael Soracco, RIVA Solutions for NOAA, is the HelpDesk Coordinator for NOAA CoastWatch. He specializes in user access by developing and maintaining data products, the "data portal" and the CoastWatch helpdesk. He has served as a commissioned officer in the NOAA Corps where assignments included servicing equatorial moored buoys, conducting hydrographic surveys, and as a NESDIS operations officer. He supports CoastWatch through user engagement, training, and product development. Peter Hollemans, Terrenus Earth Sciences, has been contracted to NOAA via RIVA Solutions and has been with NOAA's CoastWatch Central since 1997. He writes software for data processing, access, and visualization. Slides, Recordings Other Materials: available upon request Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars.php |
Title: | Coordinating the Giant: The Earth Prediction Innovation Center |
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Presenter(s): | Maoyi Huang, PhD, NOAA/OAR Earth Prediction Innovation Center - EPIC |
Date & Time: | 13 January 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Coordinating the Giant: The Earth Prediction Innovation Center - EPIC Presenter(s): Maoyi Huang, PhD, NOAA/OAR Earth Prediction Innovation Center (EPIC) Sponsor(s): Office of Science and Technology Integration (OSTI) Modeling Division, National Weather Service of NOAA. If you would like to recommend a speaker and topic please email: ufs.modeling@noaa.gov and provide information on speaker and topic along with email addresses of speakers. Seminar Contact(s): Stacy Mackell (stacy.mackell@noaa.gov) and Caroline Delgado (caroline.delgado@noaa.gov) Abstract: The Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Act of 2017 (WRFIA) instructs NOAA to prioritize improving weather data, modeling, computing, forecasting and warnings for the protection of life and property and for the enhancement of the national economy. The National Integrated Drought Information System Reauthorization Act of 2018 (NIDISRA) instructs NOAA to establish the Earth Prediction Innovation Center (EPIC) to accelerate community-developed scientific and technological enhancements into the operational applications for numerical weather prediction (NWP) with the following responsibilities:1. Leveraging the weather enterprise to provide expertise on removing barriers to improving numerical weather prediction; 2. Enabling scientists and engineers to effectively collaborate in areas important for improving operational global NWP skill, including model development, data assimilation techniques, systems architecture integration, and computational efficiencies; 3. Strengthening NOAA's ability to undertake research projects in pursuit of substantial advancements in weather forecast skill; 4. Utilizing and leverage existing resources across NOAA's enterprise; 5. Creating a community global weather research modeling system that is; 1) Accessible by the public; 2) Meets basic end-user requirements for running on public computers and networks located outside of secure NOAA information and technology systems; and; 3) Utilizes, whenever appropriate and cost-effective, innovative strategies and methods, including cloud-based computing capabilities, for hosting and management of part or all of the system described in this subsectionA fundamental question is how EPIC will accelerate the rate of transitioning innovative research and development into NOAA NWP operational applications. This presentation will highlight several important cultural, organizational and technological developments in the past several years within and external to NOAA that position EPIC to be successful in the near term and in the long term. Bio(s): Dr. Maoyi Huang is the Earth Prediction Innovation Center Program Manager with the NOAA/OAR Weather Program Office (WPO). Maoyi worked in the National Weather Service's Office of Science and Technology Integration as COASTAL Act Program Manager, and the lead of land, water, coastal and cross-cutting infrastructure program areas before joining WPO. Prior to NOAA, Maoyi was a senior research scientist at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory from 2010-2020, and faculty member at the State University of New York at Buffalo from 2008-2009. Maoyi holds a BS in Geography from Sun Yat-sen University, MS in Atmospheric Sciences from Peking University, and a MS and PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering from University of California at Berkeley. She has authored over 100 peer reviewed articles on topics ranging from observational studies of the terrestrial hydrological and ecosystems to modeling studies using an Earth system modeling approach. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: All the powerpoints and recordings from past webinars can be accessed at the UFS webinar web page ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | GPSonBM: NSRS Modernization Campaign Continues through 2022 |
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Presenter(s): | Galen Scott, Constituent Resources Manager, NOAA/NOS National Geodetic Survey |
Date & Time: | 13 January 2022
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: GPSonBM: NSRS Modernization Campaign Continues through 2022 Presenter(s): Galen Scott, NGS; Jacob Heck, NGS; and Mick Heblein, Wisconsin DOT Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Geodetic Survey. POC: Christine Gallagher, National Geodetic Survey Abstract: NGS has extended the cut-off date for GPS on Bench Mark data to be submitted for use in the 2022 Transformation Tool until December 31st, 2022. This webinar will feature guest stars describing how they made record breaking progress in 2021 and a look forward to some exciting plans for continuing the momentum through 2022. Technical Content Rating: Intermediate - Some prior knowledge of this topic is helpful. Visit the NGS Webinar Series website to register, sign up to receive monthly webinar notices, and learn more: http://www.ngs.noaa.gov/web/science_edu/webinar_series/. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | After the spill: Findings from a decade of GoMRI science |
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Presenter(s): | Emily Maung-Douglass, Ph.D., Louisiana Sea Grant College Program, Oil Spill Science Outreach & Public Engagement Specialist |
Date & Time: | 13 January 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | GoToWebinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: After the spill: Findings from a decade of GoMRI science Presenter(s): Emily Maung-Douglass, Ph.D., Louisiana Sea Grant College Program, Oil Spill Science Outreach & Public Engagement Specialist Sponsor(s): NOAA Central Library and the National Sea Grant OfficeSeminar Contacts: Kelly Samek (kelly.samek@noaa.gov) Accessibility: Captions are added to the recordings of presentations once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel. Sign language interpreting services and Federal Relay Conference Captioning (RCC) service are available, but need to be requested at least 24 hours before the event. Abstract: In 2010, the Deepwater Horizon oil spill occurred approximately 41 miles off Louisiana's coastline, releasing more than 172 million gallons of crude oil into the surrounding waters. Nearly 1.8 million gallons of dispersant were applied at the water's surface and at the wellhead more than one mile down, marking the first use of subsea dispersants. With scientific questions looming due to the unprecedented nature of the spill and response, the Gulf of Mexico Research Initiative (GoMRI) funded $500 million in spill-related research and outreach activities. As GoMRI wraps up a decade later, we will explore a synthesis of big picture findings. Keywords: Oil spill, Gulf of Mexico, GoMRI Bio(s): Emily Maung-Douglass, Ph.D. earned her doctorate in Marine Biosciences at University of Delaware. While there, she volunteered for opportunities in science outreach whenever possible and partnered with the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays on a citizen science project. She put her skills and experiences to use for LSG after working as a visiting science fellow in China. Passionate about connecting people with science, she is part of a multi-Sea Grant team focused on sharing oil spill science. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: A recording will be available after the webinar. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov withthe word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Adapting to environmental change: strategies for West Coast shellfish growers |
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Presenter(s): | Melissa Ward, PhD, Postdoctoral Researcher, San Diego State University |
Date & Time: | 13 January 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | NOAA - HQ - Science Seminar Series |
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NOAA Science SeminarSeries Title: Adapting to environmental change: strategies for West Coast shellfish growers Presenter(s): Melissa Ward, PhD, Postdoctoral Researcher, San Diego State University Sponsor(s): NWFSC's Virtual Monster JamSeminar Contacts: Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.govJoinWebEx meeting ![]() Meeting number: 904 620 457 Meeting password: JRjC7axBx86 JOIN BY PHONE 1-415-527-5035 U.S. Toll Free, Accesscode: 904 620 457 Can't join the meeting? Contactsupport ![]() ABSTRACTThe shellfish aquaculture industry along the West Coast is particularly vulnerable to ocean acidification (OA), given the negative effects of low pH on shellfish survival and growth. The social-ecological system exemplified by this industry serves as an opportunity to identify and address strategies for local adaptation. Through interviews conducted with West Coast shellfish growers, we find that growers are concerned about OA, among many other environmental stressors such as marine pathogens and water temperature. However, growers are often unable to attribute changes in shellfish survival or health to these environmental factors due to a lack of data and the resources and network required to acquire and interpret these data. From these interviews, we identify a list of adaptive strategies growers employ or would like to employ to improve their overall adaptive capacity to multiple stressors (environmental, economic, political), which together, allow farms to weather periods of OA-induced stress more effectively. In particular we explore the challenges, potential benefits, and science surrounding one adaptive strategy " co-locating shellfish aquaculture with eelgrass. We present recent work suggesting that eelgrass can elevate local pH, positively impacting co-located shellfish. However, implementing such a strategy comes with environmental and management challenges, which we explore here. BIOGRAPHYMelissa Ward received her PhD from the University of California, Davis and is currently a postdoctoral researcher at San Diego State University. Her research explores natural climate solutions, focusing on the biogeochemical processes associated with coastal carbon cycling and on understanding how human communities can adapt to climate change. Specifically, Melissa's current work investigates the ways in which shellfish aquaculture growers can adapt to ocean acidification, and how eelgrass might facilitate or challenge this adaptation.NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science SeminarSeries website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Overview of the SPARC Reanalysis Intercomparison Project (S-RIP) during 2013-2022 |
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Presenter(s): | Masatomo Fujiwara, Hokkaido University |
Date & Time: | 12 January 2022
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Overview of the SPARC Reanalysis Intercomparison Project (S-RIP) during 2013-2022 Presenter(s): Masatomo Fujiwara, Hokkaido University Sponsor(s): NOAA Chemical Sciences Laboratory Seminar Series SeminarContact: jan.kazil@noaa.gov Abstract: The SPARC (Stratosphere-troposphere Processes And their Role in Climate) Reanalysis Intercomparison Project (S-RIP) ![]() ![]()
Bio(s): Masatomo Fujiwara ![]() Recordings: https://csl.noaa.gov/seminars/2022/Subscribe tothe OneNOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' inthe subject or body. For more, visit the NOAA Science SeminarSeries website. |
Title: | Ecosystem-Based Fisheries Management (EBFM): Progress, Importance, and Impacts in the United States (Ecosystem Based Management/Ecosystem Based Fishery Management Seminar Series) |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Tony Marshak, NOAA, NCCOS |
Date & Time: | 12 January 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | NOAA Central Library, 1315 East West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910, USA |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Ecosystem-Based Fisheries Management (EBFM): Progress, Importance, and Impacts in the United States (Ecosystem Based Management/Ecosystem Based Fishery Management Seminar Series) Presenter(s): Dr. Tony Marshak, NOAA, NCCOS Sponsor(s): NMFS and NOAA Central Library Seminar Contact(s): EBFM/EBM Environmental Science Coordinator, Peg Brady (peg.brady@noaa.gov), NOAA Central Library Seminars (library.seminars@noaa.gov) Abstract: Ecosystem-Based Fisheries Management (EBFM) is rapidly becoming the default approach in global fisheries management. The clarity of what EBFM means is sharpening each year and there is a real need to evaluate progress and assess the effectiveness and impacts. We examine a suite of over 90 indicators (including socioeconomic, governance, environmental forcing, major pressures, systems ecology, and fisheries criteria) for 9 major U.S. fishery ecosystem jurisdictions, and systematically track the progress the country has made toward advancing EBFM to an operational reality. We view this progress as synonymous with improved management of living marine resources in general, with the lessons learned in US systems directly applicable for all parts of the global ocean. Much work still remains, but significant progress has occurred.Keywords: ecosystem-level reference points; systems perspective; socio-ecological system Bio(s): Dr. Tony Marshak is a Program Analyst in NOAA's National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS). Prior to this role, he worked as a Research Associate in the NMFS Office of Science and Technology, where his duties included co-leading its habitat science program and collaborating with the NMFS Senior Scientist for Ecosystem Management. Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Central Library YouTube channel ![]() |
Title: | Sea Level Rise: Around the World and Here at Home |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Ian Miller, Coastal Hazard Specialist, Washington Sea Grant |
Date & Time: | 11 January 2022
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm ET |
Location: | Remote Access |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Sea Level Rise: Around the World and Here at Home Presenter(s): Dr. Ian Miller, Coastal Hazard Specialist, Washington Sea Grant Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Seminar contact: Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov, (805) 570-1113 Abstract: Sea level rise is an impact of climate change and is of special concern to coastal communities around the world. Dr. Ian Miller will talk through the current state of the science as it relates to both observed and projected or future sea level globally, and in the waters around Washington State. Ian works with coastal communities and public agencies on the Olympic Peninsula to strengthen their ability to plan for and manage coastal hazards, including tsunamis, chronic erosion, coastal flooding, and other hazards associated with climate change. Register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3352353098137871119 ![]() More information on the National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series: http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html Are our seminars recorded? Yes, you can find our webinar archives, copies of the presentation slides, and other educational resources at: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Exploring NOAA Fisheries' Unique Role in the Marine World |
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Presenter(s): | Janet Coit, Acting Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere and NOAA Deputy Administrator, as well as Assistant Administrator for the National Marine Fisheries Service, NMFS |
Date & Time: | 11 January 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Exploring NOAA Fisheries' Unique Role in the Marine World Part of the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series. These webinars are open to the public, in or outside of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Presenter(s): Janet Coit, Acting Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere and NOAA Deputy Administrator, as well as Assistant Administrator for NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS). Remote Access: This event will be pre-recorded (no live questions) Watch Now: https://youtu.be/r6GGGnzUX_w ![]() Sponsor(s): This event is part of the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series with sponsorship from the NOAA Science Council. The NOAA-wide NELS provides examples of NOAA's leadership in environmental science, by those who lead it and make it happen. The NELS are presented as part of the NOAA Science Seminar Series For NELS questions, contact nels@noaa.gov or any of the NELS Team members: Hernan.Garcia@noaa.gov, Tracy.Gill@noaa.gov, Sandra.Claar@noaa.gov, Katie.Rowley@noaa.gov. Bio(s): Janet Coit was named the new assistant administrator for NOAA Fisheries in June 2021. She has worked on environmental issues, natural resource management, and stewardship for more than 30 years. She directed the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) for more than 10 years, where she focused on improving natural resource conservation, promoting locally grown food, including seafood, and addressing the climate crisis. Coit also chaired Rhode Island's Seafood Marketing Collaborative and worked with stakeholders to promote supplying seafood locally and abroad. At DEM, Coit streamlined the permitting process to support environmental and economic interests in the state. Additionally, she provided more opportunities for families and tourists to connect with nature while enhancing the Department's customer service for all clients, including businesses and the public. Among her top achievements were improving morale at the agency, championing the need for more funding in support of parks and open space, clean water, brownfields remediation, and addressing climate change. Before joining Rhode Island DEM in 2011, Coit was the state director for The Nature Conservancy in Rhode Island for 10 years. Prior to that, she was counsel and environmental coordinator in the Providence office of the late Senator John Chafee and, subsequently, then-Senator Lincoln Chafee. Coit also served as counsel to the U.S. Senate Committee on the Environment and Public Works, where she advised on national environmental policy. Coit is a magna cum laude graduate of Dartmouth College. She holds a law degree from Stanford Law School, where she was president of the Environmental Law Society and a member of the Environmental Law Journal. Source: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/contact/janet-coitRecording: To access the video after the webinar visit the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar Series. Notice: Please note that the online service allows audio and other information sent during the session to be recorded. By joining you automatically consent to such recordings. If you do not consent to being recorded, please do not join the session. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | PAcific cod Tagging (PACT) in Alaskan waters with Pop-up Satellite Archival Tags (PSAT): Developing the PACT Team Seminar |
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Presenter(s): | Susanne McDermott, AFSC RACE GAP |
Date & Time: | 11 January 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: PAcific cod Tagging (PACT) in Alaskan waters with Pop-up Satellite Archival Tags (PSAT): Developing the PACT Team Presenter(s): Susanne McDermott, AFSC RACE GAP Collaborators: Julie Nielsen (Kingfisher Marine Research), Liz Dawson (AFSC RACE GAP), Rebecca Haehn (AFSC RACE GAP), Kimberly Rand (Lynker Technologies), Charlotte Levy (Aleutian East Borough Natural Resources), Dawn Wehde (Norton Sound Economic Development Corporation), Steve Barbeaux (AFSC-REFM), Ingrid Spies (AFSC-REFM), Charlotte Levy (Aleutian East BoroughNatural Resources), David Bryan (AFSC RACE), Bianca Prohaska (AFSC RACE GAP) Sponsor(s): AFSC Special Seminar Seminar Contact(s): Liz.Dawson@noaa.gov Abstract: Warming ocean conditions in recent years have resulted in dramatic shifts in abundance and a northward shift in summer distribution of Pacific cod into the Northern Bering Sea. The Pacific Cod Tagging Team (PACT) has examined the seasonal distribution of Pacific cod with Popup Satellite tags. These tags make it possible to determine movement path and movement behavior of individual fish. We will share results from recent tag releases in the Bering Sea and the Western Gulf of Alaska. Pacific cod have been observed to cross management boundaries and travel distances of up to 1,200 miles from spawning to foraging areas. Bio(s): Susanne McDermott is a research fisheries biologist at theAlaska Fisheries Science Center where she has studied abundance estimation,ecology, and life history of Alaskan groundfish since 2003. Susanne was born in Germany where shecompleted her undergraduate work at the University of Tuebingen. She completed her Masters and PhD. inFisheries at the University of Washington School of Aquatic and FisheriesScience in Seattle. Susanne has conducted fish tagging studies since 2003 onseveral Alaskan groundfish. Satellitetagging of Pacific cod has been her most recent research focus where she hasworked collaboratively with AFSC scientists, other research partners and thefishing industry to establish the PACT (Pacific cod tagging program) in Alaskanwaters. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: TBDSubscribe/Unsubscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly email: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' or 'unsubscribe' in the subject or body of the email. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Building the environmental science toolbox to address the complexity of exposures and effects of emerging contaminants |
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Presenter(s): | Rebecca Klaper, Vice Dean, Professor, Director of the Great Lakes Genomics Center, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee |
Date & Time: | 11 January 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Building the environmental science toolbox to address the complexity of exposures and effects of emerging contaminants Presenter(s): Rebecca Klaper, Vice Dean, Professor, Director of the Great Lakes Genomics Center " University of Wisconsin Milwaukee ![]() Sponsor(s): NOAA Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory (NOAA GLERL) and the Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research (CIGLR) Seminar Contact(s): Mary Ogdahl, ogdahlm@umich.edu Abstract: As a human population we use and are exposed to hundreds of chemicals each day, many of which are ultimately emitted into aquatic and terrestrial systems where other organisms are in turn exposed to these same chemicals. Assessing the impact of these chemicals in the environment has been a complex problem. Chemical composition and concentration vary over time and space and contaminants often occur as mixtures and therefore are difficult to characterize. Assessing the risk from these exposures is equally complex as research has shown that chronic low-level exposures have impacts on biochemical pathways that were not normally considered when evaluating safety. In addition, any one compound may occur at a dose that is below a traditional threshold of harm, yet the timing of exposure or exposure to a combination of chemicals ultimately can cause an effect. New chemicals in the marketplace, such as nanomaterials or new pharmaceuticals, present new questions as to their biological interactions and how best to determine their potential environmental impact. Research over the last 20 years has transformed the toolbox available to the field of environmental science to determine the extent to which these emerging contaminants impact organisms in aquatic environments. This presentation will discuss the innovations being made, through for example genomic technologies and in vitro screening, that advance our understanding of the interaction of emerging contaminants and organisms across phyla. Linking these technologies to environmental studies further builds the toolbox that can be used to better determine the safety of new chemicals and their environmental impact across organisms and ecosystems. Bio(s): Rebecca D. Klaper is the Vice Dean and a Professor at the School of Freshwater Sciences, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Professor Klaper studies the potential impact of emerging contaminants, such as nanoparticles and pharmaceuticals on aquatic life and how we may design these chemicals to have the least environmental impact. In addition, she has examined the transport of these chemicals through the wastewater treatment systems and into the environment and how different treatment technologies may remove them from the waste stream. Her research links the impact of these chemicals on the health of aquatic species to that of human health. She uses genomic technologies to determine how these chemical stressors may impact organisms and how the biochemical response may dictate sensitivity or resistance to stressors. As Director of the Great Lakes Genomics Center she seeks to support other researchers that are using genomic technologies for environmental research. Prof. Klaper has received a Fulbright Scholarship (U.K., 2017-2018) and a AAAS-Science and Technology Policy Fellowship. She has served as an invited scientific expert to both the U.S. National Nanotechnology Initiative and the international Organization for Economic and Cooperative Development panel on nanotechnology, the Alliance for the Great Lakes and the International Joint Commission regarding the potential impacts of nanomaterials, pharmaceuticals and personal care products and other emerging contaminants. She has served on the National Academies Panel on the Environmental Impact of Currently Marketed Sunscreens and Potential Human Impacts of Changes in Sunscreen Usage and another to Develop a Research Strategy for Environmental, Health, and Safety Aspects of Engineered Nanomaterials as well as the U.S. EPA Board of Scientific Counselors committee on Chemical Safety and Sustainability. Prof. Klaper received her Ph.D. in Ecology from the Institute of Ecology, University of Georgia. Recordings: Recording will be made available shortly after the seminar at: https://ciglr.seas.umich.edu/event/011122-rebecca-klaper/ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. See https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars.php |
Title: | Using Visualization Science to Improve Expert and Public Understanding of Probabilistic Temperature and Precipitation Outlooks |
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Presenter(s): | Dr. Melissa Kenney, Director of Research and Knowledge Initiatives, Research Faculty, Environmental Decision Science, University of Minnesota, Institute on the Environment; Dr. Michael Gerst, Associate Research Professor, Earth System Science Interdisciplinary Center, University of Maryland College Park; Jon Gottschalck, NOAA/NCEP/CPC Chief, Operational Prediction Branch |
Date & Time: | 11 January 2022
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Using Visualization Science to Improve Expert and Public Understanding of Probabilistic Temperature and Precipitation Outlooks Presenter(s): Dr. Melissa Kenney, Director of Research and Knowledge Initiatives Research Faculty, Environmental Decision Science, University of Minnesota, Institute on the Environment (IonE) Dr. Michael Gerst, Associate Research Professor, University of Maryland College Park, Earth System Science Interdisciplinary Center and Cooperative Institute for Climate and Satellites-Maryland Jon Gottschalck, NOAA/NCEP/CPC Chief, Operational Prediction Branch Sponsor(s): NOAA's Climate Program Office and Climate Prediction Center Seminar Contact(s): Amanda Speciale (amanda.speciale@noaa.gov) Nancy Beller-Simms (nancy.beller-simms@noaa.gov) Abstract: Embedding science in decision support tools and representing it in public communications has long been a challenge. This is partly because most scientific information is infused with multiple trends or patterns. Moreover, how to simplify visualizations is often unclear because lack of stakeholder engagement makes it difficult to know which trend or pattern should be highlighted as the key message. As a result, multiple trends are often shown, leading to complicated scientific graphics being reproduced for public use. The existence of uncertainty further complicates use of scientific information because it adds at least one extra variable to be considered and displayed, and decision-makers or the public are less accustomed to reasoning with scientific uncertainty.Over the past few years, we have been investigating these problems for global change, climate, and water information provided by, respectively, the (1) US Global Research Change Program (USGCRP) indicator suite and 3rd National Climate Assessment graphics, (2) temperature and precipitation outlooks produced by the NOAA Climate Prediction Center (CPC), and (3) water watch, water quality watch, groundwater watch produced by US Geological Survey (USGS). Tackling these problems requires the integration of visualization science, decision science, and design theory. Using focus groups and control/treatment testing, the combination of these scientific fields leads to the ability to better understand user needs, test whether current designs are meeting them, and compare current products against visualizations modified by best practice design principles.Our results show that this three-step process can identify problems with current visualizations that are fixable within the typical constraints of legacy scientific products, such as a large engaged user base and being embedded within established institutional workflows. Furthermore, we outline how the process is scalable and customizable to the needs of organizations and their users and to the specifics of visualization products.This research is funded by NOAA Climate Prediction Center, NOAA Climate Program Office, and USGS Water Mission Area. Bio(s): Dr. Melissa Kenney: Dr. Kenney is Director of Research and Knowledge Initiatives at the University of Minnesota's Institute on the Environment where she leads the institute's impact goal initiatives on carbon neutrality, sustainable land use, and safe drinking water. Dr. Kenney is also an environmental decision scientist with expertise in multidisciplinary, team-based science approaches to solving sustainability challenges. Her research team conducts multidisciplinary social science research to increase the use of evidence in climate adaptation and mitigation, ecosystem resilience, interdependent infrastructure decisions, and water quality management. The goal of her program is to understand and improve the processes and tools that aid these decisions, both in the public and private sectors. Notably she has worked to improve the understandability of high-profile indicators and data products produced by the Federal government for the public. She earned a Ph.D. from Duke University, focusing on water quality modeling and decision analysis. Dr. Michael D. Gerst is an Associate Research Professor at the Earth System Science Interdisciplinary Center at the University of Maryland (ESSIC). His scientific work is motivated by helping stakeholders identify problems and solutions at the intersection of the environment, technology, and society. As a result of the complexity of these issues, his approach is rooted in systems, data, and decision science, which together allow for a holistic understanding of current knowledge so that stakeholders may assess trade-offs and risks of potential solutions. Dr. Gerst's research portfolio has ranged from participatory development of global change indicators, cost-benefit analysis under uncertainty, life-cycle analysis, and scenario planning to designing and testing the efficacy of visualizations. His application areas have spanned climate change mitigation, food-energy-water nexus, critical materials, healthcare systems, and corporate sustainability. He received his Ph.D. from Yale University, focusing on industrial ecology and techno-economic systems analysis. Mr. Jon Gottschalck currently works at the Climate Prediction Center (CPC, since 2004) within NOAA's National Weather Service. He is the Chief of the Operational Prediction Branch within CPC and is responsible for outlining the overall direction of operational forecast-related activities. Prior to this, Mr. Gottschalck served as CPC Head of Forecast Operations where he was responsible for overseeing day-to-day routine production and dissemination of CPC's operational forecast products. Mr. Gottschalck also served as the CPC Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO) operational team lead that was responsible for managing MJO monitoring, assessment, and outlook activities and their associated impacts both globally and for the U.S. while coordinating the weekly production of the CPC Global Tropics Hazards Outlook. Mr. Gottschalck earned both a B.S. and M.S. degree in meteorology from the Pennsylvania State University in 1994 and 1996 respectively. Prior to CPC, Mr. Gottschalck worked at the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science at the University of Miami from 1997-2001 and at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center from 2001-2004. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Coming soon Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + Hourly Precipitation Trends in the Southeast |
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Presenter(s): | Sandra Rayne, Southeast Regional Climate Center; Jeff Dobur, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Todd Hamill, NWS Southeast River Forecast Center; Pam Knox, University of Georgia, Vincent Brown, SCIPP/Louisiana State University |
Date & Time: | 11 January 2022
10:00 am - 10:45 am ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: U.S. Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar + Hourly Precipitation Trends in the SE Presenter(s): Climate Overview: Sandra Rayne | Southeast Regional Climate Center Water Resources Overview: Jeff Dobur/Todd Hamill | NWS Southeast River Forecast Center Agriculture Impact Update: Pam Knox | University of Georgia Spotlight: Hourly Precipitation Trends in the Southeast: Vincent Brown | SCIPP/Louisiana State University Sponsor(s): NOAA NCEI, National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), National Weather Service, Southeast Regional Climate Center, American Association of State Climatologists Seminar Contact(s): Meredith Muth, NIDIS, (Meredith.muth@noaa.gov) Abstract: Join us for the Southeast Climate Monthly Webinar! These webinars will provide the region's stakeholders and interested parties with timely information on current and developing climate conditions such as drought, floods and tropical storms, as well as climatic events like El Nio and La Nia. Speakers may also discuss the impacts of these conditions on topics such as wildfires, agriculture production, disruption to water supply, and ecosystems. The January 11 webinar will now feature a presentation on hourly precipitation trends in the Southeast. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: You can find them here (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmADP4Cm4SNtYZMmrY48PtQ ![]() Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Introducing Casal2 for Assessments (National Stock Assessment Science Seminar Series) |
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Presenter(s): | Ian Doonan, PhD, Population Modelling Group, National Institute of Water and Atmosphere Research, New Zealand |
Date & Time: | 6 January 2022
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET |
Location: | Webinar |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Introducing Casal2 for Assessments (National Stock Assessment Science Seminar Series) Presenter(s): Ian Doonan, PhD, Population Modelling Group, National Institute of Water andAtmosphere Research (NIWA), New Zealand. Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and NOAA's Central Library (NCL) Seminar Contact(s): Kristan Blackhart and Library Seminars Abstract: Casal2is replacing CASAL, New Zealand's stock assessment package written in 2001. CASAL implements integrated assessments, but it has hard-wired fisheries structures that makes introducing newer concepts impossible. Casal2 was written so that it is easily maintained, and we can implement new concepts. Currently, Casal2 can replicated most features of CASAL, apart from little used ones, and it gives the same parameter estimates as CASAL over a suite of test assessments. Following a review of Casal2's capabilities, an assessment in Casal2 will be demonstrated.Keywords: Casal2,integrated assessment package Bio(s): Ian completed a PhD in quantum chemistry at Canterbury University, New Zealand, before moving into fisheries. He has broad experience in the quantitative side of fisheries including survey design, statistical consulting, and stock assessments on deep water species, like orange roughy. In the past, Ian was group manager of the Population Modelling, Voyage Leader for acoustic surveys, and managed the fisheries software development, which included Casal2. He is no longer active in management. Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the NOAA Science Seminar Series website for more information. We welcome your comments and ideas! |
Title: | Climate adaptation and mitigation: Benefits and risks of marine carbon dioxide removal |
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Presenter(s): | Jessica Cross, PhD, Research Oceanographer, NOAA/OAR Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory |
Date & Time: | 6 January 2022
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Title: Climate adaptation and mitigation: Benefits and risks of marine carbon dioxide removal Presenter(s): Jessica Cross, PhD, Research Oceanographer, NOAA/OAR Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory Sponsor(s): NOAA/NMFS.NWFSC's Virtual Monster Jam; https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/nwfsc-monster-seminar-jam Seminar Contact(s): Vicky.Krikelas@noaa.gov Abstract: Human-induced climate changes already affect every inhabited region across the globe, with potentially dire consequences for many ecosystems and human communities. Under current emissions trajectories, global surface temperatures will continue to rise. With further warming of the Earth system, every region is projected to experience increasingly concurrent climate extremes, associated with clear impact drivers. Limiting warming to levels that avoid extreme risk requires immediate and substantial reductions of greenhouse emissions, as well as the removal of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. While emissions-reduction approaches are the primary component for addressing this challenge, negative emissions strategies will be essential for keeping global temperatures at or below target levels. Many of these techniques are promising in theory, and have garnered significant attention from venture capital, private companies, and large NGOs interested in offsetting their carbon footprints. This in turn has led to the development of new legislation targeted at developing a US strategy for carbon removal. Despite this emerging interest, all carbon dioxide removal of these techniques are currently in their infancy and require additional research to evaluate their effectiveness and scalability and explore potential co-benefits and environmental risk, as outlined by a December 2021 consensus study from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Mathematics. Here, we will profile marine carbon dioxide removal techniques that are relevant for NOAA and NMFS, discuss how the agency may be called on to engage by the current scope of legislation, and provide an opportunity for discussion. Bio(s): Dr.Jessica Cross is a research oceanographer with NOAA's Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory, where she leads the Alaska ocean carbon observing footprint for NOAA. Dr. Cross has worked in Alaska for the entire span of her career, first studying the carbon system at the University of Alaska, Fairbanks, then ocean acidification impacts through the former Cooperative Institute for Alaska Research, branching into applications new technology for Arctic Research at PMEL, and now exploring climate mitigation strategies by exploring carbon dioxide removal. She leads the NOAA Carbon Dioxide removal task force with elected chairs Dr.s Dwight Gledhill and Colm Sweeney and serves as its primary encyclopedia. If you are interested in participating in the Task Force, it is an open, volunteer effort that meets every other Friday to discuss recent CDR news and understand NOAA's role in the rapidly developing CDR space. You can sign up at https://bit.ly/323PL7Y ![]() |
Title: | The Commissioning of Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich, the next-generation radar altimeter |
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Presenter(s): | Eric Leuliette, NOAA/NESDIS/STAR |
Date & Time: | 5 January 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET |
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NOAA Science Seminar Series Note: This seminar will be presented online only. Presenter(s): Eric Leuliette, NOAA/NESDIS/STAR Sponsor(s): STAR Science Seminar Series Seminar Contact(s): Stacy Bunin, stacy.bunin@noaa.gov Abstract: NOAA's latest partnered satellite radar altimeter, Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich (S6MF),entered routine operations on November 29 after a planned 12-month commissioning. STAR scientists supported the commissioning through leading multiple cal/val teams, completing cal/val work packages, and critical new algorithm development. These cal/val efforts are essential to NOAA users of sea level, wave heights, and wind speeds, and for a wide range of applications from marine wave and wind hazard warnings, hurricane intensity forecasting, coast inundation, marine debris mitigation, and fisheries management.Sentinel-6 was designed to operate in two altimeter modes, Low-Rate and High-Rate, which increased the complexity of the commissioning compared to its predecessor missions in the TOPEX/Jason series. During the development of Sentinel-6, NOAA Laboratory for Satellite Altimetry played a critical role that ensured that altimeter would interleave these modes to provide continuity in the sea surface record, which is essential to the goals of monitoring long-term sea level rise.In the seminar, STAR's unique contributions to the commissioning are highlighted. These include the application of a STAR-developed algorithm, Fully-Focused SAR, in the absolute range calibration. More critically, STAR scientists identified, developed, and delivered a critical correction in wave heights. Bio(s): Dr. Eric Leuliette is the Branch Chief of the Laboratory for Satellite Altimetry (LSA) in the NESDIS Center for Satellite Applications and Research (STAR) in College Park, Maryland. The branch includes STAR's Sea Surface Height and Sea Ice science teams. As the NOAA Jason Program Scientist and Project Scientist, he co-chairs the Ocean Surface Topography Science Team and the Sentinel-6 Validation Team. Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/documents/seminardocs/2022/20220105_Leuliette.pdf https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/documents/seminardocs/2022/20220105_Leuliette.mp4 Subscribe to the NOAA Science Seminar Series weekly e-mail: Send an e-mail to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request@list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.php |
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