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Presidential Early Career AwardsNSSL research scientists studying improvements in tornado forecasting and new radar systems, Michael C. Coniglio and Pamela L. Heinselman, were named as recipients of the 2008 Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE). The award is the highest honor bestowed by the United States government on outstanding scientists and engineers in the early stages of their careers. An award ceremony is planned in Washington, D.C. in the fall. |
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NSSL in the FieldLearn more about NSSL's activities in field observations: the instruments, the vehicles, the history, and the next big project, VORTEX2. Ride along with NSSL scientists as they take their instruments to the storm. |
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Highlights from the 2007 National Weather FestivalThe Norman Chamber of Commerce’s Weather Committee hosted the 3rd Annual National Weather Festival on Saturday, Oct. 20, at the National Weather Center in Norman. The free public event featured tours, children’s activities, a storm chaser car show, displays by local businesses, weather-related seminars, Science on a Sphere, and hourly weather balloon launches. (Time: 03:54) posted 26 October 2007 Watch the Flash video |
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Multifunction Phased Array RadarThe future of weather radar lies in phased array technology, with its advanced multi-function capabilities and performance. This video gives a brief overview of the advantages to be gained from the implementation of phased array radar technology, with emphasis on improvements in weather forecasting, transportation safety, homeland security, and the cost effectiveness of the system. (Time: 04:55) posted 18 October 2007 |
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NOAA Weather Partners Spotlight: NSSLSevere weather and the tools to forecast and monitor it. This is the focus of researchers at the National Severe Storms Laboratory. This brief video, featuring NSSL Director, Dr. Jeff Kimpel, provides an overview of the research conducted at NSSL, highlighting the three main topics of weather radar, hydrometeorology, and forecast and warning improvements. (Time: 04:44) posted 1 August 2007 |
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