Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences

At the University of Maryland's Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Science (AOSC), students and faculty pursue science that is intellectually and computationally challenging yet of great relevance for societal well-being and the health of our planet. We analyze and model notable features of the oceans, atmosphere, land surface, cryosphere, and biosphere and develop data acquisition and assimilation strategies to improve modeling and prediction. Expertise in the interaction of these systems allows us to provide insights into the climate system's functioning, including a process-level understanding of regional Climate Change.