Steve Woolnough

Professor Steve Woolnough is a renowned academic in the Department of Meteorology at the University of Reading, specializing in Climate Science with a focus on sub-seasonal to seasonal forecasting, tropical meteorology, and the Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO). His research emphasizes improving forecast models and their application in climate services, particularly in Africa. He leads international collaborations such as the African SWIFT and ForPAc projects, enhancing weather and climate prediction capabilities for sustainable development.

His work integrates ocean-atmosphere interactions, evaluating model performance in simulating phenomena like the MJO and monsoons. Key contributions include advancing coupled model simulations, sub-seasonal predictability analysis, and the practical use of forecasts for disaster preparedness and conservation sectors.

Woolnough's research also addresses challenges in climate services, ensuring forecasts are actionable for stakeholders in regions vulnerable to extreme weather. His expertise spans climate dynamics, atmospheric dynamics, and interdisciplinary applications of climate science.