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Understanding what is driving the wavenumber 5 pattern
The counter intuitive phenomena in climate dynamics make it a very interesting subject to me. Despite it being based on simple assumptions, it gives rise to hard to explain processes and complex interactions.
In a similar way, in the last few decades, the atmosphere has shown changes in the shape of a large wave that spans over the whole hemisphere and is linked to persistent climate conditions like heatwaves and floods, and we need to understand what mechanisms cause it. Disentangling this interplay of processes could improve prediction of future climate and raise societal preparedness.
Uncovering the impact of land surface interactions on weather and climate extremes
Heat waves are triggered by atmospheric circulation, while land surface modulates the near-surface response.
In EXPECT, we explore this dialogue - how water, energy, and vegetation interact across seasons to influence climate extremes. From dry soils to forested or deforested landscapes, human and natural factors together decide whether the land amplifies or eases the intensity and duration of extreme heat.
Developing resilient engineering applications using EXPECT regional climate data
Human progress depends on how our technologies manage water challenges. Activities such as urbanisation and deforestation can shift the balance of how engineering applications, like infrastructure, respond to climate stresses.
Using EXPECT data to explore the interactions between climate and environmental impact, helps us develop resilient technologies that adapt to change. These advances support sustainable solutions that rely on local engagement and ownership.