Modelling physical processes in the atmospheric and oceanic boundary layers for use in general circulation models (GCMs)

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The proposed research program is a continuation of ongoing research to parameterize the physical processes in the atmosphere for use in Global Climate Models (GCMs). These GCMs are used to predict climate and weather patterns including climate changes such as the phenomenon of global warming. However, the degree to which these models can accurately predict the observed climate is highly dependent upon their ability to realistically and efficiently represent the complex interaction between the various physical processes that determine the general circulation of the atmosphere. The goal of this research is to develop physically based parameterizations for these processes in order to make them more accurate, more computationally efficient and therefore more cost-effective.