We are excited to welcome Dr. Kelvin K. Droegemeier, a renowned expert in climate, meteorology, and atmospheric sciences. Dr. Droegemeier, a Special Advisor to the Chancellor for Science and Policy and former Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), will be sharing his insights into the future of weather prediction, artificial intelligence in atmospheric science, and the evolution of storm forecasting. Dr. Droegemeier’s career spans over four decades, during which he has made significant contributions to the fields of meteorology and atmospheric sciences. Before joining the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, he served as Vice President for Research at the University of Oklahoma and co-founded NSF Science and Technology Centers and Engineering Research Centers. His recent work includes the 2023 release of his book Demystifying the Academic Research Enterprise, available open access from MIT Press.

Dr. Droegemeier will delve into the dynamics of extreme weather events such as floods, tornadoes, and high winds. His talk will explore the evolution of weather prediction models from their early days to modern, high-resolution simulations that use artificial intelligence to predict storm behavior with unprecedented accuracy. He will also discuss the importance of global Earth system models and their transformative impact on understanding climate projections and extreme weather’s future risks. This event is a unique opportunity to learn from a leading figure in atmospheric science and gain insights into how cutting-edge research and technology are advancing weather prediction and climate science. Join us for this fascinating exploration into the science of storms and the technologies shaping the future of weather prediction!