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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 23d

Our Introduction to Scientific Computing training course is coming soon!

From the Linux Shell to Python, this course will prepare you to use computing in environmental science research.

17 – 19 November, Leeds

Apply today:
ncas.ac.uk/study-with-u...

Introduction to Scientific Computing - NCAS

The Introduction to Scientific Computing course covers the skills needed for effective data management and analysis using Linux and Python.

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Future Impacts, Risks and Mitigation Actions in a changing Earth @terrafirmaclimate.bsky.social · 7d

A rewarding day out helping to maintain hedge guards with @ncas-uk.bsky.social at #GairWood @universityofleeds.bsky.social 🌱🌳 #Conservation #Volunteering

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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 8d

Our staff are exploring practical, responsible ways to use AI in research. We asked them about it, and they shared their tips:

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Tips from scientists about conscious use of AI - NCAS

We asked scientists at the National Centre for Atmospheric Science their thoughts on how to use AI in conscious ways for scientific research.

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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 9d

Machine learning can now predict El Niño up to 23 months ahead, using wind data from the Indian Ocean. Dr Ioana Colfescu shows how AI cuts complexity, boosts accuracy, and helps us prep for climate extremes.

Read more:
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In conversation with Dr Ioana Colfescu: Machine learning can predict ENSO - NCAS

The El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is an irregular climate pattern that brings heavy rain, droughts and temperature changes around the world. ENSO cycles between El Niño and La Nina every 2-7…

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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 13d

We'll be working with: @ethz.ch @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social @uniofreading.bsky.social @uni-of-warwick.bsky.social @metoffice.gov.uk @york.ac.uk

National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 13d

We’re embarking on 3 new ambitious and collaborative research projects, with a focus on climate change and air pollution.

Funded by @ukri.org NERC Pushing the Frontiers of Environmental Research programme.

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New funding for the frontiers of environmental research - NCAS

NCAS is embarking on three new ambitious climate change and air pollution research projects

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Tim Osborn @timosbornclim.bsky.social · 16d

After a brief (ahem) hiatus, the HadCRUT5 global temperature dataset has now been updated to June 2025 by @metoffice.gov.uk @climateuea.bsky.social and @ncas-uk.bsky.social

1850-2025 time series of global mean temperature anomaly from the HadCRUT5 dataset.

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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 19d

Led by Professor James Lee, University of York, the workshop brought 50 scientists from across the UK’s atmospheric research community to discuss the future of airborne atmospheric science and how the FAAM aircraft can meet the needs of the research community in the future ✈️

National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 19d

A few weeks ago, the FAAM Airborne Laboratory held its Future Science Workshop in Birmingham.

Thank you to everyone who came along!

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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 19d

Want to join our next course?

Check out our training programme:
ncas.ac.uk/study-with-us/

Atmospheric Science Training Courses - NCAS

Build your place within the atmospheric science community by developing skills and knowledge with the National Centre for Atmospheric Science.

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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 19d

Hello from Cambridge!

We've just finished our Climate Modelling Summer School. It is an exciting two-week programme of lectures and practical work on climate models.

Thank you to everyone who came along to learn and network with our experts and with like-minded peers!

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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 20d

Start 2026 with some practical learning!

Our course will teach you to:
- Adapt the UKCA model to specific purposes;
- Change and add emissions;
- Manage model outputs, add diagnostics and examine impacts.

14 - 16 January, Leeds

Apply today: ncas.ac.uk/study-with-u...

Introduction to UK Chemistry-Aerosol Climate Model - NCAS

The Introduction to UKCA course will provide practical experience of running a community chemistry-aerosol climate model.

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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 22d

The NERC Digital Gathering 2025 is coming soon!

Join us at Cranfield University to explore the increasing role of digital technologies and innovation in environmental science 🌐

Mark your calendars:
7 - 9 October 2025

Submit your abstract by 21 September:
sites.google.com/ncas.ac.uk/d...

National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 23d

Introduction to Scientific Computing - NCAS

The Introduction to Scientific Computing course covers the skills needed for effective data management and analysis using Linux and Python.

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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 23d

The event was a great success in showing the UK's expertise in atmospheric chemistry. We definitely have a reason to believe that this will have been the first of many UK Atmospheric Chemistry Conferences!

National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 23d

The conference brought together 125 people, half of whom were PhD students or early career researchers. Topics covered ranged from air pollution exposure indoors and in cities, to emissions from wetlands and forests, through to the detailed chemistry of air sea exchange over the oceans.

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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 23d

Last week we hosted the first UK Atmospheric Chemistry Conference, with the @ukceh.bsky.social and @nceoscience.bsky.social.

A person speaks on the microphone, surrounded by poster boards, and with a large digital screen behind. The screen displays a graph about atmospheric processes.

A large group of people sit and smile while looking ahead.

A large digital screen displays a variety of graphs. Behind the screen, a gorgeous stained-glass window establishes the church-like location. Rows of people sit facing the screen.

Two people talk while looking at some leaflets. There are other people and banners in the background.

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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 23d

The Annual Aerosol Science Conference is back on 28-29 October 2025 🗓️

Don't miss the opportunity to network and share research with like-minded aerosol scientists from academia, industry and government!

Submit your abstract by Wednesday 17 September:
aerosol-soc.com/events/annua...

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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 27d

And that's a wrap to the 1st-ever UK Atmospheric Chemistry Conference!

Thank you to everyone who attended, presented, and got involved. See you next time 💙

A large group of people stand and smile at the camera, surrounded by brown brick buildings, in York, UK.

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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 28d

Are you - or someone you know - looking to get into atmospheric science?

Then check out our Introduction to Atmospheric Science training course to learn about weather systems, air quality, climate, and more!

23 - 27 February, Leeds

Apply today: ncas.ac.uk/study-with-u...

Introduction to Atmospheric Science - NCAS

The Introduction to Atmospheric Science training course provides students and early career researchers with a broad overview of atmospheric science.

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Prof Jacqui Hamilton (Rickard) @jacquirickard.bsky.social · 29d

The UK 1st Atmospheric Chemistrt conference is underway in York.

Co-organised by @ncas-uk.bsky.social @nceoscience.bsky.social and @ukceh.bsky.social who all carry out atmospheric chemistry research funded by #NERC @news.ukri.org

And what a gorgeous venue!! @york.ac.uk

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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 28d

What is forecast-based attribution? And did climate change influence the devastating monsoon rainfall in Pakistan, summer 2022?

Find out from NCAS climate scientists @antjeweisheimer.bsky.social & @nickleach.bsky.social:

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Climate change and monsoon rainfall in Pakistan - NCAS

Researchers have developed a new approach to understand the role of climate change in extreme weather events and humanitarian disasters.

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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · 29d

We’ve achieved a Silver TIDE Award (Talent, Inclusion, Diversity and Equality) from ENEI (Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion) recognising our progress in building a more inclusive and supportive workplace!

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NCAS achieves award for commitment to inclusion - NCAS

The National Centre for Atmospheric Science has been awarded a Silver Talent Inclusion and Diversity Evaluation (TIDE) Award.

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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · Sep 4

Want to study the UK Chemistry Aerosol (UKCA) model? Then our Introduction to the UKCA course is here to provide you with practical experience of running a community chemistry-aerosol climate model.

14 - 16 January, Leeds

Apply today: ncas.ac.uk/study-with-u...

Introduction to UK Chemistry-Aerosol Climate Model - NCAS

The Introduction to UKCA course will provide practical experience of running a community chemistry-aerosol climate model.

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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · Sep 4

Before that the aircraft was used as a demonstrator and testbed for British Aerospace, going all the way back to the start of the BAe 146 airliner platform - originally registered as G-SSSH, our aircraft was the very first BAe 146 ever built!

The blue and white aircraft flies low above a large ship in the sea. Text says: 'Current livery, 2010-present'.

The blue and white aircraft is stationed on the ground. Text says: 'Old livery, 2004-2010'.

A white and lime green aircraft takes off from an airfield. Text says: 'Science conversion, 2001-2004'.

A white aircraft with yellow and red stripes stands on the ground, surrounded by a large crowd of people. Text says: 'Original livery, 1981'.

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National Centre for Atmospheric Science @ncas-uk.bsky.social · Sep 4

It’s our research aircraft’s birthday this week!

It’s the oldest airliner still flying in the UK - albeit studying the atmosphere rather than carrying passengers ✈️

Since 2004, it's helped scientists to learn more about the Earth’s atmosphere, weather, climate change, and air pollution.

A large blue and white aircraft with the letters FAAM on its tail glides through a cloudy sky, with green patches of land far below. Text says: 'Happy birthday, G-LUXE!'.

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