معرفی
Andreas Prein is Full Professor at ETH Zurich's Department of Environmental Systems Science and leads the High-Resolution Weather and Climate Modeling group. He specializes in modeling weather and climate dynamics, focusing on extreme events across scales, with particular emphasis on regional and local-scale extremes in a warming climate.
His research bridges fundamental process understanding with practical applications, actively collaborating with stakeholders and contributing to international programs like the World Climate Research Programme (WCRP).
Research Focus
- High-resolution weather and climate modeling
- Physical processes driving extreme events
- Regional/local-scale climate extremes
- Convection-permitting climate models
- Mesoscale convective systems
Publications Trend
His 2025 publications demonstrate a strong focus on extreme precipitation, mesoscale convective systems, and high-resolution modeling applications across global regions including the US, China, South America, and Spain. The work emphasizes both methodological advances (machine learning, downscaling techniques) and practical applications (flood attribution, risk assessment).
Scientific Recognition
- Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher
- Over 100 peer-reviewed publications
- Deputy Director, Center for Climate and Weather Extremes (NCAR)
- WCRP and GEWEX panel member
Professional Activities
Active in international scientific panels and frequently advises government agencies on climate extremes. His group at ETH Zurich focuses on dynamically modeling weather and climate systems to understand changes in extreme events.
