Kevin Reed

February 8, 2020 – Extreme Weather and Climate!

Kevin Reed, Stony Brook University. The climate system consists of complex interactions between its various components, including the atmosphere and ocean, which impact our daily lives. The next century will see unprecedented changes to the climate system with direct consequences for society. We will explore how scientists study these potential changes and what it means for those living on Long Island!

Kevin Reed emphasizes that the impact of climate change on storms is here now — not something only projected for our future.

Photo Credit: https://news.stonybrook.edu/homespotlight/study-uses-new-forecasting-tools-to-show-how-climate-change-affected-hurricane-florence/

 

Where did you go to school?

Kevin received his Ph.D. and M.S. in Atmospheric Science from the University of Michigan, where he also completed a Graduate Certificate in Science, Technology, and Public Policy and his B.S. in Physics.

What is your area of research?

At Stony Brook University Kevin leads the Climate Extremes Modeling (CEM) Group with 5 graduate student researchers, which focuses on investigating how extreme events, such as hurricanes, may change in the coming decades.

Who or what inspired you to become involved in marine and atmospheric science?

My interest in the area of climate and atmospheric science is rooted from my enthusiasm for weather phenomena and my diverse scientific background.

What qualities do you think are important in order to become a scientist?

You need to have patience, as the most interesting scientific results come from formulating your understanding over the lifetime of research projects.

Why is your research topic important?

Understanding potential changes in the location, intensity and structure of such extremes (e.g., tropical cyclones, severe thunderstorms and flooding) is crucial in planning for future adaptation as these events have large economic and social costs.

What will you be bringing with you to the “meet with an Oceanographer” day?

Some recent results of members of the Climate Extremes Modeling (CEM) Group.