Science Communication
People
Marcus Walter on the 107th Annual Meeting
We’re highlighting the people of AMS, supporting the theme for our upcoming 107th Annual Meeting, “PEOPLE: People Educated On Planet...
People
After the Broadcast: Three CBMs Build a New Future for Weather
Tom Sorrells, Amy Sweezey, and Rob Eicher each built long careers in television before finding their way into new chapters. Rather than stepping away from meteorology, however, they saw an opportunity to bring their experience to audiences in a different way. The result is Florida Weather Authority, a digital-first weather platform built around experienced Florida meteorologists and the idea that trusted weather information shouldn't be limited by station boundaries or a traditional broadcast schedule.
Authors
Certified to Communicate: How the CBM Shapes Rob Marciano’s Approach to Science Storytelling
Marciano’s career has taken him well beyond forecasting the weather. His work has included reporting on science and technology and exploring innovations that could shape the future. His latest book, The Next Big Thing: Innovations for a Better, Smarter, Stronger Tomorrow, examines emerging technologies in energy, electricity, infrastructure, and information.
From AMS Journals
AMS Science Preview: Earth Energy, Neighborhood Hurricane Warnings
New research published in AMS journals discusses neighborhood-level forecasting of hurricane impacts, how deforestation in New Guinea affects North American temperatures, evidence climate change is behind increased wildfires, the climate benefits of national parks, and the potential for predicting hurricanes by analyzing lightning.
Across AMS
Connecting Science, Community, and Resilience: AMS Executive Director Amanda Staudt on Weather Geeks
AMS Executive Director Amanda Staudt recently joined Marshall Shepherd on WeatherGeeks to discuss her path to AMS, the evolving role of the Earth system sciences, and the importance of connecting science with the broader public.
People
The WeatherPod Connects the Global Weather Community
As weather and climate challenges become increasingly complex, meaningful conversations across the global weather enterprise have never been more important. The WeatherPod has become a platform for those conversations, bringing together meteorologists, researchers, industry leaders, and innovators to explore the science, technology, and partnerships shaping the future of weather services.
Perspectives
A Better Starting Point for Science and Society: Relationship vs. Transaction
A knowledge-deficit model underpins much of scientists' communication to the public. The solution? Scientists need to more generous and less needy.
Across AMS
AMS Award Winner: Lois Parshley on Telling the Human Stories Behind Climate Science
Through reporting from vulnerable and often underrepresented communities, Parshley helps readers understand how weather, climate, and environmental change shape people’s lives around the world. She received the 2026 AMS Award for Distinguished Science Journalism in the Atmospheric and Related Sciences for translating complex Earth system science into compelling journalism that illuminates climate impacts on vulnerable populations.
Perspectives
A Movement for Earth Sciences Grounded in Generosity
By Amanda Staudt (American Meteorological Society), Sonia Wang (Data Foundation), Brittany Janis (Open Environmental Data Project and Public Environmental Data...
From AMS Journals
AMS Science Preview: Texas Floods, Deformed Cities, Olympic Weather
The American Meteorological Society continuously publishes research on climate, weather, and water in its 12 journals. Many of these articles are available via early online access–they have been peer-reviewed, but are not yet in their final published form. Below are some examples of recently accepted research.
