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Dr Ben Pickering is a Research Fellow at the University of Leeds and affiliated with the National Centre for Atmospheric Science. His work focuses on developing advanced rainfall retrieval systems using satellite data and machine learning techniques, with applications in near real-time nowcasting over Africa.
His research integrates meteorology and engineering to improve forecasting tools and societal decision-making. He collaborates with institutions in the UK and Africa to develop practical web-based nowcasting solutions and promotes interdisciplinary collaboration through forecasting testbeds.
Dr Pickering is actively involved in postgraduate supervision, scientific outreach, and leads a weekly weather discussion forum at the University of Leeds. He emphasizes the value of extracurricular engagement and interdisciplinary exploration in shaping a successful career in natural sciences.
He advocates for diversity in the natural sciences, recognizing its broad societal and environmental impacts, and aims to bridge gaps between academia and industry through commercially viable research applications in meteorological measurement technologies.
