Dr Paul Berrisford is a researcher affiliated with the University of Reading and the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF). His work focuses on atmospheric dynamics, climate reanalysis, and stratospheric-tropospheric interactions. He has contributed to major projects like the ERA-Interim reanalysis system, advancing data assimilation techniques and climate modeling. His research spans topics including temperature variability, energy transport, hydrological cycles, and polar climate processes. Key research interests include understanding climate dynamics through reanalysis datasets, investigating atmospheric circulation patterns (e.g., North Atlantic Oscillation), and assessing the impacts of stratospheric processes on tropospheric weather systems. His work bridges observational data analysis and modeling, with a focus on improving climate monitoring and prediction systems. Publications highlight contributions to global surface temperature trends, energy balance studies, and atmospheric conservation properties. Berrisford collaborates widely, with co-authors from institutions like ECMWF, the UK Met Office, and leading universities. His research aligns with broader efforts to enhance climate model accuracy and address challenges in climate variability analysis. Labs/Teams: Associated with the ECMWF Reanalysis Team and the University of Reading's Meteorology Department.






