The goal of this project, a collaboration between UB Geologists, Engineers, and Computer Scientists, is to use high-resolution Weather Prediction Models to predict future snow and rainfall in Western New York. The student researcher will develop techniques to automate analyses of precipitation amount and airmass trajectories from model simulations.
Disciplines: Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Earth Sciences
Student Skill-Set Needed: Strong communication and organizational skills, ability to work independently, Python programming skills, Unix shell and batch programming
Compensation: Academic Credit, Salary / Stipend, Volunteer
Available: Spring, Summer
For further information on this opportunity, or to apply, contact:
Faculty Member: Elizabeth Thomas
Title: Assistant Professor
Affiliation: University At Buffalo
Department: Geological Sciences
Office: 126 Cooke Hall
Phone: 7166454329
Email: ekthomas@buffalo.edu