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Dr Christopher D Warner is a Senior Tutor and Fellow in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics at the University of Cambridge's Faculty of Mathematics. He serves as Deputy Senior Tutor and is a prominent member of the Atmosphere-Ocean Dynamics research group.
Dr Warner's educational background includes a BSc in Physics, DipAdvStudSci in Physics from Manchester University, a PhD in Atomic and Molecular Physics from Manchester, and an MA in Mathematics from Cambridge (Cantab).
His research focuses on atmospheric gravity waves, their propagation, effects, and parameterization in general circulation models. Dr Warner has made significant contributions through his development (with McIntyre) of the widely adopted Warner and McIntyre gravity wave parameterization scheme. His work spans theoretical analysis of wave dynamics, validation using satellite data, and practical implementation in global climate models including the Met Office Unified Model. He has published extensively on gravity wave momentum flux, wavelength filtering, and impacts on atmospheric circulation patterns including the quasi-biennial oscillation.
Dr Warner's publications demonstrate a consistent focus on improving gravity wave representation in atmospheric models, with his ultra-simple spectral parameterization becoming a standard approach in the field. His research bridges theoretical atmospheric dynamics with practical climate modeling applications, influencing both weather prediction and climate simulation.
As Deputy Senior Tutor, Dr Warner plays an important role in academic administration and student support. He also teaches computational projects to students in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics.
