Expert Details
Meteorology: Weather & Climate Data, Research, and Forecasting
ID: 739772
Pennsylvania, USA
Expert's academic background includes a Master of Science in Atmospheric Sciences from Texas A&M University, where she conducted research on radar-detected mesocyclone tilt in supercell storms. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Meteorology with a Mathematics minor from Millersville University, where she contributed to multiple field research projects, including NASA-funded campaigns.
An active member of the American Meteorological Society (AMS) and other professional organizations, she is a recognized leader in her field. Her accolades include participation in the AMS Early Career Leadership Academy and several scholarships. She frequently presents at conferences and workshops, underscoring her commitment to advancing meteorological science and public engagement.
Education
| Year | Degree | Subject | Institution |
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| Year: 2018 | Degree: MS | Subject: Atmospheric Sciences | Institution: Texas A&M University |
| Year: 2014 | Degree: BS | Subject: Meteorology | Institution: Millersville University |
Work History
| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years: 2020 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Meteorologist & Outreach Coordinator | Department: |
Responsibilities:• Collect, quality control, and analyze weather and climate data for legal and insurance cases, prioritizing and organizing simultaneous cases.• Synthesize data into reports understandable for non-experts. • Write and share installation guides for two versions of a cloud-based Weather Research and Forecasting Model (e-WRF). • Host virtual workshops for K-12 teachers about accessing weather and climate data and applying that to their courses. • Plan workshop for legal teams about accessing weather and climate data, applying that to their cases, and knowing when to contact a consultant. • Improve model to calculate monthly forecasts of temperature and precipitation for the Midwest United States. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2018 to 2021 | Employer: Manheim Township | Title: Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Expert | Department: Recreation & Park Planning |
Responsibilities:• Designed, organized, and taught interactive lessons for groups of up to 30 students, aged 3 to 13.• Supervised up to 3 colleagues during lessons. • Advertised science programs in print, in person, and on social media. • Implemented CDC guidelines during COVID-19 pandemic. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2018 to 2018 | Employer: The Lancaster Science Factory | Title: Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM) Program Specialist | Department: |
Responsibilities:• Created and taught interactive lessons for groups of up to 50 middle school students.• Connected with learners of various abilities from diverse backgrounds. • Planned and hosted a week-long weather summer camp for students in grades 2–8. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2014 to 2017 | Employer: Texas A&M University | Title: Atmospheric Sciences Graduate Research Assistant | Department: |
Responsibilities:• Manipulated NetCDF, CSV, and GRIB data with Python, NCL, and shell scripting.• Gathered data from in situ, remote sensing, and model sources. • Quality controlled weather radar data with the Weather and Climate Toolkit software and Warning Decision Support System – Integrated Information (WDSS-II) algorithms. • Mentored an undergraduate student and a fellow research group member. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2012 to 2014 | Employer: Millersville University | Title: Campus Weather Service Lead Forecaster | Department: |
Responsibilities:• Analyzed weather models for the coming week under the Weather Center director.• Collaborated with fellow student forecasters to write forecasts and discussions for the community. |
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Career Accomplishments
| Associations / Societies |
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| • Member, Pennsylvania Earth Science Teachers Association (PAESTA) • Member, American Meteorological Society (AMS) • Member, Sharing Science Network, American Geophysical Union (AGU) • Texas A&M University Atmospheric Sciences Graduate Council (2014-2017) • Millersville University Chapter of the American Meteorological Society (2010-2014) • Millersville University Honors College Student Association (2010-2014) • Millersville Meteorology Mentor Program (2010-2012) |
| Professional Appointments |
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| • Board on Outreach and Informal Education, American Meteorological Society (AMS) • Distinguished Science Journalism Award Committee, American Meteorological Society (AMS) |
| Awards / Recognition |
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| • American Meteorological Society (AMS) Early Career Leadership Academy (ECLA) Selected Participant • Texas A&M Graduate Research Assistantship • Qualifying Member of the Millersville University Honors College • Pennsylvania Board of Governors Scholarship for Science & Technology • Hassel Foundation Scholarship • Lorane Elementary School Association of Parents and Teachers Scholarship • Mount Penn Rotary Club Scholarship |
| Publications and Patents Summary |
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| Expert has 6 conference presentations, 4 academic presentations, and 1 publication in progress on weather applications with WRF. |
Additional Experience
| Training / Seminars |
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| • National Weather Service Online Courses: Advanced SkyWarn Training – Radar; Advanced SkyWarn Training – Storm Science; Basic SkyWarn Training • American Meteorological Society, Short Courses: Machine Learning in Python for Environmental Science Problems; Meteorological Tools, Processes, and Techniques Used in Private Business • Texas A&M University: Mentoring Undergraduate Researchers Workshop • American Geophysical Union College Station: Share Your Science Workshop |
Fields of Expertise
forensic meteorology, educational software, technical education, education, legal support, teacher training, Doppler weather radar, Doppler weather radar application, severe weather, weather radar, weather-related accident, editing, technical editing, applied statistics, environmental statistics, education statistics