Michael Morgan

Dr. Michael Morgan is Professor in the Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His meteorological research focuses on analysis, diagnosis, prediction, and predictability of mid-latitude and tropical weather systems.

Research specialties include:

• Adjoint-derived forecast sensitivity analysis
• Mid-latitude cyclogenesis mechanisms
• Potential vorticity diagnostics
• Tropical cyclone prediction

Has served in leadership roles including AMS Councilor, UCAR Trustee, and NSF Division Director. Current work develops synoptic interpretations of adjoint sensitivity fields to improve weather prediction.