New York State Mesonet Launches Total Solar Eclipse Website
As the eclipse traverses New York, the Mesonet will be tracking weather data from each of its network sites, including environmental variables such as wind speed, solar radiation, temperature and relative humidity.
State Weather Risk Communication Center’s Nick Bassill Featured on Department of Transportation Podcast
Bassill is featured, alongside DOT’s director of Emergency Transportation Operations and Security Programs Bureau Matt Vasilow, to discuss how the two are partnering to help keep New Yorkers safe.
STEM & Nanotechnology Family Day Spotlights Student Learning
UAlbany welcomed K-12 students from throughout the Capital Region on Saturday, Feb. 10 to STEM and Nanotechnology Family Day, where they learned about how nanotechnology is making a difference in our lives through demonstrations, tours and a host of educational activities.
UAlbany Atmospheric Scientist Shares Thoughts on El Niño in The Conversation
Paul Roundy explains the impact of El Niño and what to expect through the rest of 2024.
UAlbany Partners with New York State on Weather Risk Communication Center
The first-of-its-kind center will strengthen New York’s decision-making before, during and after severe weather through an annual $1.5 million investment.
UAlbany’s State Weather Risk Communication Center Featured on NBC’s ‘TODAY’ Show
Al Roker joined Gov. Hochul last month at ETEC to learn about the new center.
UAlbany Researchers Receive $3 Million to Support Emergency Preparedness and Response to Weather Extremes
The pilot project will serve as a regional testbed to explore the potential of using big data to improve emergency management outcomes.
Study: Climate Change Has Increased Atmospheric Instability Over Past 40 Years
The finding further validates the connection between climate change and severe weather events.