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Sebastian Schemm is a Heisenberg Fellow at the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics (DAMTP), University of Cambridge, a position regarded as equivalent to a non-permanent Associate Professor. He leads research within the Atmosphere-Ocean Dynamics group and previously held an ERC Starting Grant-funded Assistant Professorship (without tenure track) at ETH Zurich. Education and Career Path PhD (2013) and MSc (2010), ETH Zurich, Switzerland Postdoctoral researcher, University of Bergen, Norway (2014–2017) Postdoctoral researcher, Laboratoire de Météorologie Dynamique, ENS Paris (2017–2018) Assistant Professor (ERC Starting Grant), ETH Zurich (2020–2024) Heisenberg Fellow, DAMTP, University of Cambridge (2025–present) Research Focus Schemm’s work centres on atmospheric and climate dynamics, spanning turbulence to planetary scales. Core themes include the physics of extratropical cyclone life cycles, jet-stream and storm-track dynamics, Rossby waves and teleconnection patterns, high-resolution atmospheric modelling, and the integration of machine-learning techniques for parameter estimation, data assimilation, and kilometre-scale global simulations. He also contributes to large-scale initiatives such as ECMWF’s WeatherGenerator. Scientific Awards and Editorial Service DFG Heisenberg Fellowship (2025) ERC Starting Grant (2020–2024) European Meteorological Society Young Researcher Medal (2019) Co-Editor, Weather and Climate Dynamics (EGU) Co-Editor, Quarterly Journal of the Royal Meteorological Society PhD Supervision & Funding He currently supervises PhD students at both Cambridge and ETH Zurich, with funding streams including the Cambridge CREATES Doctoral Training Partnership and Swiss/EU grants. Ongoing students explore reinforcement-learning parameterisations, jet-stream–storm-track relationships, mid-latitude eddy energetics, machine-learning ensemble forecasting, and Bayesian parameter estimation in LES. Active Projects EU Horizon project WeatherGenerator (led by ECMWF) PASC HiRAD-Gen : High-Resolution Atmospheric Downscaling Using Generative Models

• Atmospheric Sciences
• Extratropical Cyclone Dynamics
• Jet Stream Physics
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Dr. Ambrogio Volonté is a Senior Research Fellow at the Department of Meteorology, University of Reading, and a member of the National Centre for Atmospheric Science (NCAS). His research focuses on cyclone dynamics, particularly Arctic, extratropical, and Mediterranean cyclones, sting jets, and monsoon systems. He leads and contributes to projects funded by NERC and international collaborations, such as the THINICE field campaign investigating Arctic cyclones and the MiLCMOP project studying monsoon progression. He holds a PhD from the University of Reading (2018) and has extensive experience in numerical weather prediction, Lagrangian analysis of air masses, and process-based weather phenomena. His work includes studying the impact of sea ice on Arctic cyclones, the role of midlatitude dry air in monsoon withdrawal, and evaluating AI models against traditional forecasting methods. Key projects include the global climatology of sting-jet cyclones and the dynamics of extreme windstorms like Storm Ciarán and Eunice. Volonté collaborates on interdisciplinary projects such as COSMIC (convection-scale modeling in China) and INCOMPASS (monsoon dynamics in India). His research has been published in journals like Quarterly Journal of the Royal Meteorological Society and Weather and Climate Dynamics . He currently serves as a researcher in several grants, focusing on Arctic cyclones, sting jets, and monsoon processes.

• Arctic Cyclones
• Extratropical Cyclones
• Sting-Jet Dynamics
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Amanda Maycock is Professor in Climate Dynamics at the University of Leeds' School of Earth and Environment, where she directs the Institute for Climate and Atmospheric Science (ICAS). She holds an MPhys from Manchester (2006), MSc (2008) and PhD (2012) in Atmosphere, Oceans and Climate from Reading. Her research specializes in climate dynamics, atmospheric circulation, stratosphere-troposphere interactions, and radiative transfer, with ongoing projects including ExtAnt, TWISTA, and the Leverhulme Prize-funded climate dynamics initiative. Research interests span: Climate variability and change mechanisms Atmospheric teleconnections and jet stream dynamics Stratospheric impacts on surface climate Chemistry-climate feedbacks including ozone layer interactions Radiative transfer modelling and climate projections Her recent publications (2020-2025) demonstrate strong focus on: Arctic-midlatitude climate linkages and jet stream behavior ENSO teleconnections and hydrological extremes Polar vortex influences on European storminess Climate mitigation impacts on stratospheric temperature Renewable energy-climate interactions Scientific honors include: Philip Leverhulme Prize (2018) Arne Richter Award for Early Career Researchers (2019) STAC Outstanding Early Career Award (2022) water@leeds Water Woman Award (2023) NERC Independent Research Fellowship (2015-2020) She leads 12 PhD students including projects on atmospheric rivers, ENSO dynamics, and jet stream extremes, supported by NERC, EPSRC, and Met Office collaborations. Current grants include £5M+ from Horizon Europe, Wellcome Trust, and UKRI for projects examining Antarctic extremes (ExtAnt), stratospheric aerosols (TWISTA), and sustainable aviation (JetZero). Directs ICAS research group with 4 postdoctoral researchers and coordinates the NERC PANORAMA DTP Atmosphere Theme. Contributes to IPCC assessments and co-chairs WCRP/SPARC initiatives on atmospheric temperature changes.

• Climate Dynamics
• Atmospheric Science
• Climate Modelling
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Dr. Akshay Deoras is a Research Scientist at the National Centre for Atmospheric Science (NCAS) within the Department of Meteorology at the University of Reading. His research focuses on Indian monsoon dynamics, tropical climate variability, and extratropical cyclones over North India. He holds an MRes in Climate and Atmospheric Science from the University of Leeds (2017). He has been featured in prominent media outlets including The Indian Express, The Weather Channel, and BBC Marathi, providing expert commentary on extreme weather events like Cyclone Tauktae and monsoon patterns. His work includes presentations at international conferences such as the European Geosciences Union (EGU) and the American Geophysical Union (AGU), earning a Best Presentation Prize at the 2020 RMetS Conference. Academically, he advises the Atal Tinkering Lab program at Somalwar Nikalas School in Nagpur, focusing on fostering STEM skills among high school students. His research emphasizes improving subseasonal-to-seasonal (S2S) prediction models for monsoon low-pressure systems and exploring interactions between monsoon systems and large-scale climate phenomena like the Madden-Julian Oscillation.

• Indian Monsoon
• Tropical Climate Systems
• Extratropical Cyclones
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Prem Kumar is a Professor in the Department of Physics at Swansea University, holding a Personal Chair position. He is affiliated with the Particle Physics and Cosmology Theory (PPCT) group. His research focuses on the intersection of Quantum Field Theory and String Theory/Gravity, including specialized areas like gauge/gravity duality and supersymmetric Yang-Mills theories. Kumar earned his undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Madras and a PhD in Theoretical Physics from Carnegie Mellon University. He held postdoctoral positions at the University of Washington and Cambridge University before joining Swansea under a 5-year PPARC Advanced Fellowship. He has been a faculty member since 2005 and Professor since 2012. His research employs analytical and computational methods to explore quantum phenomena in high-energy physics, thermal field theories, and random matrix applications in theoretical frameworks. Recent publications analyze atmospheric physics and climate extremes, with recurring themes in synoptic-scale precursors to extreme weather and climate model downscaling. Scientific awards include the prestigious PPARC Advanced Fellowship and Personal Chair recognition. Kumar actively advises postgraduate students and contributes to theoretical physics research groups exploring quantum-gravitational interactions.

• Quantum Field Theory
• String Theory
• Gauge/gravity duality
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Dr. Alexander J. Baker is a Senior Research Scientist at the National Centre for Atmospheric Science (NCAS) and the University of Reading's Department of Meteorology. His research focuses on high-resolution climate modeling, particularly examining tropical cyclones, North Atlantic climate variability, and paleoclimate reconstruction through stable water isotopes. Senior Research Scientist, NCAS High-Resolution Climate Modelling group member Project Manager, Huracan project Co-organizer, NCAS Climate Modelling Summer School Dr. Baker's research interests span: Tropical and post-tropical cyclones Global km-scale climate model evaluation Air-sea interactions in cyclones Atmospheric circulation patterns North Atlantic climate extremes Paleoclimatology using speleothems He supervises: Lewis Grant (PhD 2025-2028): High-resolution sub-seasonal tropical cyclone predictions Elliott Sainsbury (PhD 2019-2022): Post-tropical cyclones in European extreme weather His publication record (2014-2025) reveals: Leading research in tropical cyclone modeling Expertise in global storm-resolving climate models Major contributions to understanding Atlantic Multidecadal Variability Current focus on model resolution impacts on climate simulations Interdisciplinary work combining meteorology and paleoclimatology Industry collaboration through Insurance Special Interest Group Scientific contributions: Advancing High-Resolution Climate Modelling group's research Website administrator for HRCM research group Co-organizer of influential climate seminars

• Tropical Cyclones
• Climate Modeling
• Atmospheric Dynamics
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Dr. Jeffrey Chagnon is a researcher in the Department of Meteorology at the University of Reading, focusing on atmospheric dynamics, potential vorticity, and numerical weather modeling. His work spans topics such as extratropical cyclones, convective systems, and gravity waves. University: University of Reading Department: Meteorology Academic Rank: Researcher His research emphasizes diabatic processes, wave propagation, and stratosphere-troposphere interactions. Key contributions include studies on symmetric instability, warm conveyor belts, and hydrostatic adjustment mechanisms. Recent publications (2017–2014) highlight his expertise in precipitation dynamics, Rossby wave modeling, and sea breeze regulation. Earlier works (2013–2005) explore cyclone structures, gravity wave generation, and energy partitioning in atmospheric systems. Collaborations with institutions like the American Meteorological Society and Royal Meteorological Society underscore his active role in advancing meteorological science through simulation and observational analysis.

• Meteorology
• Atmospheric Science
• Climate Dynamics
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Dr. Oscar Martinez-Alvarado is a Senior Research Scientist at the University of Reading's Department of Meteorology and part of the National Centre for Atmospheric Science (NCAS). His research focuses on mid-latitude atmospheric dynamics, extratropical cyclones, and data assimilation for numerical weather prediction. He leads and collaborates on projects like CANARI (2022–2027) and THINICE, investigating Arctic cyclones and sting-jet windstorms. He has supervised multiple PhD students and contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed publications. Education: DPhil in Atmospheric Physics from the University of Oxford (2007). Research spans Martian atmospheric dynamics, mesoscale processes, and climate change impacts on extreme weather. He is affiliated with the Mesoscale Group and Dynamical Processes Group at Reading. Research Themes: Key areas include sting-jet cyclones, diabatic processes in storms, and wind energy modeling. His work integrates observational data and numerical models to improve weather forecasting and climate risk assessment. Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator (PI) and Co-Investigator (Co-I) on projects funded by WCSSP Southeast Asia, NCAS, and NERC. Notable projects include Arctic Summertime Cyclones (completed), Weather Regimes (completed), and contributions to NAWDEX and DIAMET. Labs/Teams: Active member of Reading's Mesoscale Group and NCAS Atmospheric Physics directorate. Collaborates internationally on field campaigns like THINICE and FRANC.

• Mid-latitude Atmospheric Dynamics
• Extratropical Cyclones
• Mesoscale Processes
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Ben Harvey is a Research Scientist at the National Centre for Atmospheric Science (NCAS) within the Department of Meteorology at the University of Reading. His research focuses on dynamical weather processes, particularly jet streams, storm tracks, climate variability, and high-impact weather events. He contributes to projects like CANARI and THINICE, investigating oceanic and atmospheric interactions influencing UK climate extremes. Harvey's work integrates observational data and advanced climate models to understand future climate change impacts on weather systems. He collaborates with international teams on field campaigns and model development, addressing questions about jet stream dynamics, Arctic cyclones, and model accuracy for extreme weather prediction. His affiliations include the Dynamical Processes Group and Mesoscale Group at Reading, alongside NCAS. Key research areas span climate predictability, teleconnections, and the role of diabatic processes in atmospheric dynamics. Harvey has authored or co-authored over 35 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on topics ranging from North Atlantic jet stream changes to the impacts of anthropogenic aerosols on atmospheric circulation.

• Jet streams
• Storm tracks and blocking
• Climate variability and change
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Dr. Leo Saffin is a Research Fellow in the Department of Meteorology at the University of Reading, affiliated with the National Centre for Atmospheric Science (NCAS). He is a postdoctoral researcher working on the Huracan project, focusing on the dynamics of tropical cyclones transitioning to the extratropics and their interaction with midlatitude atmospheric flows. His research integrates atmospheric processes, numerical modeling, and computational methods to improve climate and weather prediction accuracy. His work spans eddy feedbacks in climate models, trade-wind cumulus dynamics, and reduced-precision computing for atmospheric parameterizations. He collaborates with John Methven, Pier Luigi Vidale, and Alex Baker on midlatitude dynamics and forecast error analysis. Saffin’s contributions bridge theoretical atmospheric science with practical model optimization, addressing challenges in numerical precision and parametrization techniques. Publications highlight his expertise in climate modeling uncertainties, mesoscale organization of clouds, and the role of diabatic processes in atmospheric circulation. His research emphasizes the interplay between small-scale phenomena and large-scale dynamics, with applications to improving weather forecast reliability and climate model fidelity.

• Atmospheric Dynamics
• Climate Modeling
• Diabatic Atmospheric Processes
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Dr. Benoit Vanniere is a Professor in the Department of Meteorology at the University of Reading's Faculty of Science. His research focuses on climate modeling, particularly examining tropical cyclones, extreme weather events, and the impacts of model resolution on climate simulations. He is actively involved in major international climate modeling projects including HighResMIP and PRIMAVERA. Dr. Vanniere's research interests span climate modeling, atmospheric science, and extreme weather phenomena. His work particularly emphasizes tropical cyclones, their formation and intensification, and how global climate models can better represent these extreme events. He investigates the role of model resolution in capturing critical atmospheric processes and how these models can be improved to better predict future climate extremes, including precipitation patterns and storm behavior. His research has significant implications for understanding climate change impacts on extreme weather events globally. Analysis of Dr. Vanniere's recent publications reveals a strong focus on high-resolution climate modeling, particularly through projects like HighResMIP and PRIMAVERA. His work consistently examines how increasing model resolution improves the representation of tropical cyclones, extreme precipitation events, and atmospheric dynamics. A notable trend is his investigation of the relationship between model resolution and the accuracy of climate predictions, with particular attention to how fine-scale processes affect large-scale climate patterns. His research bridges theoretical atmospheric science with practical climate modeling applications.

• Climate Modeling
• Atmospheric Science
• Tropical Cyclones
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Helen Dacre is a Professor in the Department of Meteorology at the University of Reading . She specializes in extratropical cyclones, pollution transport, boundary layer turbulence, and volcanic ash dispersion. Her work has been instrumental in improving volcanic ash forecasting for aviation safety, collaborating with organizations like the Met Office, London Volcanic Ash Advisory Centre, and Rolls Royce. Research Interests : Extratropical cyclone dynamics, volcanic ash modeling, turbulence in complex terrain, dust transport, climate change impacts. Projects : TECTTO (turbulence in mountainous regions), CLIM-CITI (cyclone intensity in climate change), UMBRELLA (boundary layer representation), Dust-DN (mineral dust impacts). Collaborations : Met Office, Civil Aviation Authority, Rolls Royce, British Airways, European researchers in volcanology and engineering. Her recent publications focus on volcanic ash source term estimation, AI-driven weather forecasts, and cyclone-climate interactions. She supervises PhD students including Vibha Mamtora, Danqing Luo, Alex Gao, and Sai Amrithak.

• Extratropical Cyclones
• Pollution Transport
• Boundary Layer Turbulence
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Yoichi KAMAE is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Tsukuba since April 2015. He earned his Doctor of Science from the same university in 2012 and has held research positions at the National Institute for Environmental Studies (2012-2015) and the University of Tokyo (2012-2013). Current affiliation: University of Tsukuba (April 2015 - present) Prior affiliations: National Institute for Environmental Studies (2012-2015), University of Tokyo (2012-2013), Scripps Institution of Oceanography (Visiting Scholar 2015-2017) Research Interests focus on synoptic-scale extreme climate events, paleoclimate modeling, atmospheric general circulation dynamics, cloud feedback mechanisms, climate sensitivity analysis, monsoon variability, and cyclone-water vapor transport relationships. His work bridges modern climate processes with geological past analogues (particularly Pliocene warm period) to improve future climate projections. Recent Publications show increasing focus on atmospheric river dynamics under global warming (2023-2025), mid-Pliocene climate reconstruction (2021-2023), and extreme precipitation patterns in East Asia. Collaborative studies examine tropical-extratropical linkages through cyclone activity and monsoon modifications. Scientific Awards include: 2024 Tsukuba University Young Faculty Encouragement Award 2023 Japan Weather Association Okada Award 2023 Meteorological Society of Japan Shono Award 2016 AOGS Early Career Researcher Distinguished Lecturer 2014 Meteorological Society of Japan Yamamoto Award Academic Service involves editorial roles at Frontiers (2021-present) and multiple committee positions in the Japan Meteorological Society (2018-present) and Japan Geoscience Union (2022-present). He serves as review editor for Atmospheric Science in Frontiers in Earth Science and participates in award selection committees.

• Paleoclimate Modeling
• Global Climate Change
• Atmospheric General Circulation
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John Methven is a Professor of Meteorology at the University of Reading's Department of Meteorology within the Faculty of Science. His research focuses on atmospheric dynamics, tropical and extratropical cyclones, equatorial waves, and numerical weather prediction. He has contributed extensively to studies on Arctic cyclones, jet stream dynamics, and model validation using advanced techniques like potential vorticity analysis. Key projects include the THINICE field campaign examining Arctic cyclone interactions and the NAWDEX study of North Atlantic jet streams. Methven collaborates internationally, publishing in leading journals such as Quarterly Journal of the Royal Meteorological Society and Journal of Climate . His work bridges theoretical meteorology with operational forecasting, addressing climate change impacts and improving prediction accuracy for extreme weather events. Education: Ph.D. in Atmospheric Sciences (inferred from career trajectory) Affiliations: European Center for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) collaborations, North Atlantic Waveguide and Downstream Impact Experiment (NAWDEX) Research interests emphasize dynamical processes in mid- and high-latitude systems, including cold fronts, warm conveyor belts, and Rossby wave interactions. His recent work explores the role of equatorial waves in tropical cyclone formation and the impact of sea-ice coupling on Arctic weather patterns. Methven has pioneered methods for Lagrangian analysis and potential vorticity inversion, advancing understanding of atmospheric transport and tracer dynamics.

• Atmospheric Dynamics
• Meteorology
• Tropical Cyclones
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Masato Giacomo is a Researcher at the University of Reading , focusing on Atmospheric Science and Climate Dynamics . His work bridges Meteorology and Environmental Health , with a strong emphasis on Weather Forecasting and Climate Change Impact analysis. Research Interests include: Atmospheric blocking mechanisms Rossby wave dynamics Extreme weather-climate interactions Air quality and health impacts Climate model evaluation Ocean-atmosphere coupling Publications reveal expertise in Climate Modeling , Weather Pattern Analysis , and Environmental Health Forecasting . Key collaborations include the Met Office and University of Reading , with a focus on CMIP5 climate models and synoptic meteorology .

• Atmospheric Science
• Climate Dynamics
• Meteorology
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