Fast Processes in Large-Scale Atmospheric Models: Progress, Challenges, and Opportunities

Improving weather and climate prediction with better representation of fast processes in atmospheric models is explored in the book "Fast Processes in Large-Scale Atmospheric Models: Progress, Challenges and Opportunities." It discusses the development of parameterization techniques, the treatment of sub-grid processes, and the use of top-down and bottom-up approaches. The book also highlights the importance of measurement techniques, observational studies, and model evaluation.

Format: Hardback
Length: 480 pages
Publication date: 12 January 2024
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Numerous atmospheric processes that exert a significant impact on Earth's weather and climate transpire at spatiotemporal scales that surpass the capabilities of large-scale models. Consequently, these processes must be parameterized, which entails approximating them using variables that can be resolved by model grids.

Fast Processes in Large-Scale Atmospheric Models: Progress, Challenges, and Opportunities delves into strategies for enhancing the investigation and representation of multiple parameterized processes within models, thereby improving their capacity to generate precise climate and weather predictions.

This volume offers insightful highlights, including:

A historical overview of the development of parameterization techniques for fast processes in numerical models
An exploration of diverse types of major sub-grid processes and their corresponding parameterizations
Efforts to harmonize the treatment of individual processes and their interconnections across various scales
Comparisons of top-down versus bottom-up approaches across multiple domains
Discussions of measurement techniques, observational studies, and frameworks for model evaluation
Identification of emerging challenges, potential opportunities, and future research directions

The American Geophysical Union serves as a catalyst for scientific discovery in Earth and space sciences, with the primary objective of benefiting humanity. Through its publications, it disseminates valuable scientific knowledge and offers valuable resources to researchers, students, and professionals alike.

ISBN-13: 9781119528999