SPoRT Data Assimilation Workshop

1. SPoRT Data Assimilation Workshop • Motivation for workshop • Need to re-focus SPoRT data assimilation activities • several projects ending – papers being published • personnel changes • Looked internal, now to NSSTC for ideas, expertise, and collaborative opportunities • Data assimilation challenges • Acquiring and maintaining computer resources • Obtaining data assimilation expertise • Transitioning to operations

2. The SPoRT Center – Infusing NASA Technology Into NWS WFOs Dr. Gary Jedlovec, NASA / MSFC Earth Science Office SPoRT website http://weather.msfc.nasa.gov/sport Collaborative Partner Blog http://www.nsstc.uah.edu/sportblog/ SPoRT – Short-term Prediction and Research Transition Mission of the SPoRT Center: Apply NASA measurement systems and unique Earth science research to improve the accuracy of short-term (0-24 hr) weather prediction at the regional and local scale

3. The Next 5 Years • Continue to demonstrate utility of current and future NASA observations • For data assimilation: • Look at IASI, and plan for NPOESS instruments • Strategize on other opportunties • Work more collaboratively with regional centers • NSSL • AOML/HRD • and other testbeds • DTC, JHT, HMT, HWT

4. SPoRT Data Assimilation Workshop Expectations and Outcomes • Better understanding and appreciation of data assimilation activities in NSSTC • Potential collaboration partners / products • shared resources and expertise • low hanging fruit for SPoRT transitions • future proposal opportunities • Ideas to strengthen NSSTC data assimilation program • Better vision for future SPoRT data assimilation activities