Atmospheric Sciences
The Department of Atmospheric Sciences at Texas A&M University
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“This was probably the most impactful thing that I have ever done. I can say that I was able to improve a hurricane model.”
Quinton Lawton '19, Meteorology
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Faculty & Student Focus
Ariana Castillo ’19
Graduating meteorology senior Ariana Castillo ’19 worked as a NASA intern for two consecutive summers while completing her degree.
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Andrew Dessler
Dr. Andrew Dessler, professor in the Department of Atmospheric Sciences at Texas A&M University and the holder of the Reta A. Haynes Chair in Geosciences, has been named an American Geophysical Union (AGU) Fellow.
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Lucero Marquez ‘19
After Lucero Marquez ‘19, graduated from the Department of Atmospheric Sciences in May of 2019, she headed to Washington, D.C. and spent the summer interning with the Office of Water in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
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State Climatologist: Texas’ Future Depends On Extreme Weather Preparedness
New research from Texas A&M shows that Texas will experience more urban flooding, higher temperatures, and more intense droughts over the next 15 years.
La Niña Developing In Pacific Could Affect Texas
State Climatologist John Nielsen-Gammon says the weather event usually means warmer and drier conditions but might only last a few months.
Montana Etten-Bohm Recognized With Texas A&M CIRTL Bednarz Award
Atmospheric Sciences Ph.D. candidate Montana Etten-Bohm was recognized with prestigious award for her teaching and research contributions.
Now At Texas A&M, Southern Regional Climate Center Continues Key Services
The center is now led by Texas State Climatologist Dr. John Nielsen Gammon, professor in the Department of Atmospheric Sciences.
Fires, Drought Slamming Much Of Western U.S.
Texas A&M climate expert Andrew Dessler says climate change is playing a big role in the Western fires, and Texas itself is getting much hotter.
Under the Radar
The Aggie Doppler Radar helps students and the National Weather Service track severe weather.
