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1 transitioning unique NASA data and research technologies to operations Short-term Prediction Research and Transition (SPoRT) Project Overview NWS SSD and NASA/SPoRT Meeting 3 March, 2010

2 transitioning unique NASA data and research technologies to operations Mission: Apply unique NASA Earth science research and observations to improve the accuracy of short-term (0-24 hr) weather prediction at the regional and local scale – work mainly with WFOs http://weather.msfc.nasa.gov/sporthttp://weather.msfc.nasa.gov/sport http://weather.msfc.nasa.gov/sportbloghttp://weather.msfc.nasa.gov/sportblog transitioning unique NASA data and research technologies to operations History of SPoRT Products to WFOs Exploit NASA EOS data for weather applications through direct broadcast First MODIS image in AWIPS in Feb 03; suite of products to 3 WFOs LMA data to HSV in Apr 03; improve lead time for occurrence of severe weather MODIS suite expanded to include coastal WFOs who were excited about high resolution SSTs leading to MODIS SST composite Share tools with extended product dissemination efforts (e.g. Univ. of Wisconsin) MODIS SSTs and AIRS profiles and radiances used to improve initializations for weather forecasting models resulting in improved forecasts Current State of SPoRT Products Over 30 products from MODIS, AMSR-E, AIRS, NALMA, GOES in AWIPS - 15 WFOs, in use by HWT MODIS SSTs incorporated into V3 of WRF EMS

3 transitioning unique NASA data and research technologies to operations We don’t just “throw unique data over the fence” to an end user! SPoRT Paradigm match observations/capabilities to forecast problems develop / assess solution in “testbed”, transition to decision support system conduct training, product assessment and impact Southern Region Forecast Problems SPoRT Paradigm / Forecast Problems timing and location of severe weather morning minimum temperatures (and its local variations) detection and monitoring of fog, smoke, fires coastal weather processes (sea breeze convection / temperatures) development / movement of off-shore precipitation processes – tropical systems gap filler in data void regions – atmospheric rivers of moisture

4 transitioning unique NASA data and research technologies to operations Products to End Users INSTRUMENT / PRODUCT RESOLUTION END USER DSSFORMAT MODIS Ch. Imagery (vis, 3.9, 6.7, 11 µm) 4 km, 1 km, 500 m (state), 250 m (WFO scale) Selected WFOs AWIPS, AWIPSII netCDF, McIDAS Multispectral composite images –natural/false color 4 km (CONUS), 1km (regional), 500m (state) Selected WFOs AWIPS, AWIPSII netCDF, McIDAS Derived image products clouds (mask, CTP, phase)4 km (CONUS) Selected WFOs AWIPS, AWIPSII netCDF, McIDAS fog / low cloud (11 – 3.9 µm ) 4 km (CONUS), 1 km (regional) Selected WFOs AWIPS, AWIPSII netCDF, McIDAS LST, SST, LI, TPW 4 km (CONUS), 1 km (regional) Selected WFOs AWIPS, AWIPSII netCDF, McIDAS Temporal composite images SST, chlorophyll4 km, 2 km, 1 km HWT, WFOs AWIPS, II, others netCDF, GRiB Non-image data fire and burn areasCONUSWFOsAWIPS IIshape file AMSR-E Rain rate, cloud water5 km (CONUS); 21 kmWFOsAWIPSIInetCDF SSTs38 km (CONUS)WFOsAWIPSnetCDF Total lightning data NALMA/DCLMA total lightning source densities 2 km / 2 minutes 1 km/ 1 minute Selected WFOs AWIPS, AWIPSII netCDF, GRiB

5 transitioning unique NASA data and research technologies to operations Products to End Users INSTRUMENT / PRODUCTRESOLUTIONEND USERDSSFORMAT Combined Instrument products MODIS/AMSR-E SST composite 1 km (NA coastal regions) Coastal WFOs AWIPS, AWIPSII netCDF, McIDAS POES/GOES SSTs9 km (NH) TWC / WFOs AWIPS, AWIPSII netCDF, McIDAS Blended TPW (from CIRA)16 km (NH) Selected WFOs AWIPS, AWIPSII netCDF, McIDAS MIMIC TPW (from UW)10 (NH) The Weather Channel ---GeoTIFF GOES Channel imagery(vis, IR,WV)1 km, 4 km The Weather Channel ---GeoTIFF Aviation products (fog depth, icing, cloud base -NESDIS) 4 km (CONUS) Selected WFOs AWIPS, AWIPSII netCDF, McIDAS GOES-R GLM proxy extent density10 km / 2 minutesSPoRTAWIPSIIGRiB ABI proxy imagery (vis, IR, WV) 500 m, 1 kmSPoRTAWIPSIIMcIDAS Miscellaneous WRF LIS daily forecasts w/ MODIS SSTs (NSSL/HWT) 4 km (CONUS) Selected WFOs AWIPS, AWIPSII GRiB Surface analysis (T, Td, RH, wind, SSTs) – SPoRT ADAS 2 km Selected WFOs AWIPS, AWIPSII GRiB

6 transitioning unique NASA data and research technologies to operations SPoRT MOU with NWS SR Collaboration between NASA / MSFC / SPoRT and the NWS / SR is guided by a MOU between these two organizations. Original Memo was renewed in June 2009. Responsibilities include: NOAA/NWS/SR Support the collaboration between NASA and selected SR WFOs by hosting NASA data sets on SR computer systems and encouraging WFO participation in NASA/MSFC program activities Allow for in-kind support of the SPoRT program objectives by forecasters, SOOs, and ITOs at individual WFOs that have agreed to collaborate with NASA NASA / MSFC Provide in-kind support for WFO access to unique real-time NASA data sets, numerical modeling, data assimilation, and nowcasting capabilities Work with NWS staff to make these products available in AWIPS /AWIPS II Provide training on the use of new and unique NASA products Conduct regular collaborative workshops which bring WFO forecasters, SOOs, and other technical staff from the SR together with NASA scientists to improve the knowledge and understanding of advanced weather forecasting techniques of the NWS/SR staff

7 transitioning unique NASA data and research technologies to operations SPoRT Science Advisory Committee Represent beneficiaries, partners, end users - diversity Knowledgeable of research to transition activities and NASA observational and research capabilities Representatives from operational and research partners (NWS, NESDIS, NCEP) Nominated by SAC / SPoRT and approved by HQs Program Manager 7-10 members Serve through 2-3 SAC reviews for continuity Major activities Serve as a knowledge resource on short-term weather prediction, satellite data and derived products, mesoscale modeling, data assimilation issues, short-term weather forecasting and their impact on operational weather forecasting activities Provide scientific guidance and direction for future SPoRT activities including transitional activities and supporting research, and new collaborations and partnerships Participate in biennial reviews leading to report on program / project recommendations

8 transitioning unique NASA data and research technologies to operations Team Structure and Staff 4.5 Government FTEs 7.5 Research Associates WYEs

9 transitioning unique NASA data and research technologies to operationsMetrics Evaluate accomplishments through the use of program metrics Publications Peer reviewed on new research and transitional capabilities and techniques Publication of transitional results and assessments are appropriate although not always in peer-reviewed publications Successful transitions New products and research capabilities in end users decision support systems Impact of NASA data / capabilities rather than number of transitions is important Community recognition Peer recognition as a community partner and “place to go” for the transition of research capabilities to the operational weather community Others adopting the SPoRT paradigm Reviews by outside committees Biennial reviews by the SPoRT Science Advisory Committee

10 transitioning unique NASA data and research technologies to operations General Accomplishments Publications in the last 3 years alone – Peer-reviewed journal (9) – observational techniques and model forecasts – Conference papers / presentations (58) – AMS, AGU, NWA, workshops – Numerous product assessment by partners / end users and >70 blog posts on usage of NASA data to address forecast problems EOS products in operations – Expansion of WFOs from 7 to 15, suite of 30 products and visualization capabilities More effective data dissemination methods to end users – Use of NWS regional LDM servers vs. individual FTP – MODIS/AMSR-E SST composite default for WRF-EMS software Assessments – Increased partner collaboration in last year with four separate assessment reports, numerous product use surveys Training – Web-based modules for MODIS, LMA, CIRA Blended TPW, GOES Aviation products – Short, science lectures delivered during 9 site WFO visits and via bi-monthly coordination calls on topics of MODIS, AMSR-E, LIS, LMA, WRF-EMS, and GOES Aviation

11 transitioning unique NASA data and research technologies to operationsOutreach Outreach via web, blog, Facebook - more visibility to external community –Revamped SPoRT website, Wide World of SPoRT blog in (over 100 posts since March 2009), >100 Facebook fans (mainly NWS) –Utilized MSFC PAO to produce science@nasa articles, NASA Spinoff magazine stories, and other news stories Miscellaneous –Provide quarterly progress reports to 150 sport fans –Communicate progress and direction through the strategic plan and biennial reports –Strengthen SPoRT staff – lightning, liaison, data assimilation – 2 civil service, 1 ENSCO, 2 UAH, Raytheon – Re-established NASA/NOAA MOU for SPoRT collaboration – NWS hiring a shared NWS/NASA transition scientist

12 transitioning unique NASA data and research technologies to operations SPoRT -- Successful Paradigm and Project SPoRT success made possible by: Dedicate NASA, NOAA/NWS visionaries Conscientious NWS forecasters Brilliant NASA / NOAA scientists and information technology specialists NASA / MSFC and NWS Southern Region leaders who saw the value collaborative partnerships

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