Physical Meteorology Research
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Tropical Convective Systems Courtney Schumacher is studying tropical convection using ground and spaceborne radar observations, with research foci ranging from shallow precipitating cumulus to anvil production from deep convection. In addition, her group is looking at the impact of the latent and radiative heating associated with the convection on the general circulation. |
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Lightning and Cloud Electrification Richard Orville and Larry Carey are investigating the three-dimensional structure of lightning using the Houston Lightning Detection and Ranging (LDAR) Network. Recent research foci include the lightning structure within ordinary and mesoscale convection and urban impacts on lightning properties. |
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The National Lightning Detection Network Richard Orville beginning in 1983 developed the NLDN that today provides a continuous stream of cloud-to-ground lightning data for analyses by Orville and Carey's students. These analyses are frequently combined with radar and satellite observations. |
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Radar Metetorology – Cloud and Precipitation Physics Larry Carey studies the microphysical properties of a wide range of cloud and precipitation systems using Doppler and polarimetric radar remote sensing and in-situ probes. Recent research foci include mixed-phase altocumulus clouds and deep convection from the tropics to the mid-latitudes. |
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TWP-ICE Field Experiment The Tropical Warm Pool International Cloud Experiment took place in Darwin, Australia in early 2006 to study deep convection and its associated cirrus production. Courtney Schumacher and other Texas A&M participants focused on radar analysis of convective towers like the one pictured. |
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