U-UTAH/MET
type: Concept
in scheme: providers
definition: The University of Utah Department of Meteorology conducts world-class scientific research that is funded by federal and state agencies at a cumulative level over a couple million dollars. Graduate students and many undergrads are the linchpins of these research efforts through computer software development, analysis and synthesis of data, laboratory studies, and participation in field programs. Each faculty member leads distinct research efforts and prospective graduate students are encouraged to contact the faculty directly to learn more about current research activities. Collaborative research in the department includes Cooperative Institute for Regional Prediction, Great Salt Lake Studies, Terra Satellite Validation and Tropical Convection Research Group. Website: "http://www.met.utah.edu/" [Summary provided by the University of Utah.]

ACADEMIC
type: Concept