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| The Meteorological Analysis and
Prediction Lab (a.k.a. "Forecasting Lab") is located on NCSU's
Centennial Campus in the Research III
building. The lab (pictured above) typically serves 6-10 graduate students
and 1-3 undergraduate research assistants. A part-time computer systems
administrator supports the laboratory. For running models such as the Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF) model, the forecasting lab group utilizes two high-performance computing clusters at NC State, the PAMS cluster and the university HPC cluster. NCSU Physical and Mathematical Sciences High Performance Computing Center
Forecasting Lab facilities include:
A unique advantage of our location in Research III is that this building also houses the Raleigh National Weather Service Forecast Office. Not only do we value the interactions with NWS personnel, but this setup affords our students the unique opportunity to observe professional meteorologists in action, and to assist with forecasting-related research projects. We feel that our ability to interact directly with operational forecasters greatly enhances the applicability of our research. Another outstanding opportunity for students and faculty alike is the State Climate Office of North Carolina, which also resides in the Research III building. Under the direction of Dr. Sethu Raman, with capable assistance from Mr. Ryan Boyles, this office plays an integral role in outreach and education at NCSU.
| Jordan Hall is a 110,000
square foot, six story facility located on central campus. A majority
of the MEA classes are taught here. The teaching and
research facilities located in Jordan Hall include:
Additionally, the forecasting lab also has access to the NCSU Physical and Mathematical Sciences High Performance Computing Center. This extremely powerful network allows students to run numerical weather prediction models quickly and efficiently. |