Science Communication
Across AMS
AMS and Virginia Sea Grant Launch New Policy Fellowship
The American Meteorological Society and Virginia Sea Grant (VASG) have launched a new partnership designed to strengthen the pipeline between Earth system science and public policy. Through the inaugural VASG-AMS Policy Fellowship, recent PhD graduate Mahshid Ahmadian will spend the next year working with the AMS Policy Program, gaining firsthand experience at the intersection of science, policy, and decision-making. The fellowship reflects a shared commitment by both organizations to prepare the next generation of leaders in the weather, water, and climate enterprise.
Donors
Bill Ryan on Supporting the Next Generation through the John T. Ryan Fund
Through the John T. Ryan Fund, he hopes to help introduce students to meteorology at an early age, inspire them to develop the math and science skills needed to pursue the field, and create opportunities for the next generation of atmospheric scientists. Ryan spoke with AMS Headlines about his career journey, the mentors who shaped him, and why investing in future scientists matters.
From AMS Journals
AMS Science Preview: 30-Day Forecasts? Little Ice Age, wave-dampening hurricanes
The latest AMS journals research discusses the possibility of 30-day weather forecasts, whether the Little Ice Age was caused by depopulation of the Americas, the cooling effects of multi-year La Nina, and AI translation.
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Forecasting D-Day: The Questions We Didn’t Have Time to Answer
The AMS webinar Forecasting D-Day: The Science Behind History and the Story Behind Pressure explored one of the most consequential weather forecasts in history: the prediction that helped determine the timing of the Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944. The discussion generated more questions than time allowed and AMS Headlines followed up with moderator Sean Potter and panelists Jim Galvin, James Fleming, Martin Young, and Anthony Maras–as well as meteorologist Stephen Burt who was a consultant on Pressure–to help answer some of the audience's most intriguing follow-ups.
Across AMS
Exploring the Science behind Pressure
The feature film Pressure, starring Andrew Scott as James Stagg and Brendan Fraser as General Dwight D. Eisenhower, opens today....
People
Susie Martin, Certified Consulting Meteorologist
With a background spanning broadcast meteorology, forensic weather analysis, and weather risk communication, she helps organizations and clients make informed decisions through weather intelligence. A Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) and Certified Consulting Meteorologist (CCM), Martin brings extensive experience translating complex weather information into clear, actionable insights for both public audiences and clients across a range of industries.
From AMS Journals
AMS Science Preview: “Ornamental twilight,” heat deaths, hurricane eyes
The latest research from AMS journals discusses heat deaths and warning thresholds, forecasting "flaming clouds", hurricane reconnaissance, increased U.S. precipitation volatility, and more.
Authors
Richard C. J. Somerville on the Science of Climate Change
In his new book, Climate Change Science: An Essential Reader, Richard C. J. Somerville describes cutting-edge climate change science in language that everyone can understand.
People
Joe Martucci on Digital Meteorology
Joe Martucci is president and director of meteorology at Cup A Joe Weather and Drone, where he delivers hyperlocal Jersey Shore forecasts, digital content, and consulting services with a focus on community-centered weather communication. A dual AMS sealholder, Martucci made history as the first Certified Digital Meteorologist (CDM).
People
In Memoriam: Remembering Jack Williams
Jack Williams, former American Meteorological Society employee and author ofThe AMS Weather Book: The Ultimate Guide to America’s Weather, passed away on March 21, 2026, at the age of 89. Jack was the founding editor of the USA Today weather page and wrote seven popular books on weather and related subjects, some of which were published by National Geographic.
