The Department of Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Alaska Fairbanks is composed of an expanding group of energetic faculty. We share a common interest in the physical, chemical, and dynamical processes of the polar atmosphere. Our interests cover a broad spectrum of topics in atmospheric sciences, with research results often bearing directly on society and issues surrounding climate variability and change. Many of us also maintain research interests in other regions of the globe.
The Department of Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Alaska Fairbanks is composed of a team of faculty that shares a common interest in the physical, chemical, and dynamical processes of the atmosphere. While primarily focused on the polar regions, our work provides insights into the global atmosphere with understanding of the connections between the polar, mid-latitude, and tropical regions. Our interests cover a broad spectrum of topics in atmospheric sciences, with research results often bearing directly on society and issues surrounding climate variability and change. Students in the department can draw on courses in atmospheric sciences as well as courses in related disciplines including chemistry, geoscience, mathematics, natural resources, oceanography, and physics.
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Announcements
AMS Farthest North Chapter earns the Local Chapter of the Year Award!! For serving as a hub for weather and climate engagement, linking students, professionals, and communities in the pursuit of safety, knowledge, and collaboration
Congratulations to the AMS Farthest North Chapter and our students who are members! Thier poster took 2nd place at the AMS conference last week.
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We are pleased to announce that Dr. Peter Bieniek a department alumn (PhD 2012 and MS 2007) has joined out faculty starting spring semester 2026. Dr. Chanil Park will be joining our faculty later this year. Learn more about Dr. Park on his website
What are our graduates up to?
Faces of STEM - EPSCoR is showcasing the unique characteristics that Alaskans bring to STEM by sharing a series of interviews with former University of Alaska students in successful STEM careers. Including our own Dr. James Campbell (2006)
Here is a recent paper published by Dr. James Campbell (2006)
An article was recently published authored by faculty member Dr. Uma Bhatt , graduates and students Dr. Rick Lader (2018) Cecilia Borries-Strigle, Jonathan Chriest, Amy Hendricks, James White (2021) and additional researchers.
Dr. Liran Peng (2019) authored this paper with PhD advisor Dr. Xiangdong and other researchers
Faculty activities
The Outstanding Senate Service Award for 2021 has been awarded to Dr Javier Fochesatto!
Congratulations to Dr. Javier Fochesatto. Named Co-Editor in Chief of the Journal of Atmospheric and Oceanic Technology as of January 1, 2021
Dr. Uma Bhatt has been honored as a Fellow with the American Meteorological Society Congratulations Uma