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November 19, "Ocean-Atmosphere coupling on different spatio-temporal scales" - Lei Zhou
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November 20, "Hurricanes in the Climate System" - Prof. Kerry Emanuel
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November 21, "Accuracy of the operational NOAA-EPA National Air Quality Forecasting System during Summer 2005 and 2006 in Philadelphia" - Dr. Amy Huff
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Welcome to the Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Science at the University of Maryland.

Development of research facilities at the MSquare campus is enabling University of Maryland to create a world center of excellence in weather and climate research.

M Square Construction

National Centers for Environmental Prediction building under construction at the University MSquare campus across from the new Earth System Science Interdisciplinary Center building. More photos available here.


Students from a wide variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our Department. We accept students with a bachelor's degree in meteorology, oceanography, physics, chemistry, engineering, mathematics, biology, or other programs with suitable emphasis on science.

Prospective students should check out the Prospective Students page.


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