ABSTRACT:
Climate is an emerging area of research in the mathematical sciences, part of a broader portfolio that addresses issues of complexity and sustainability. The stakes are high, decision makers have more questions than we can answer, and mathematical models and statistical arguments play a central role in assessment exercises. All this to indicate that we better get involved and apply our disciplinary expertise to the major challenge of our time. In this talk I will identify some problems of current interest in climate science and indicate how, as mathematicians, we can find inspiration for new applications.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Hans’ research focuses on the development of analytical and numerical methods for differential equations describing these systems. He is interested in the application of dynamical systems techniques to the Earth’s climate system. With Hans Engler he recently co-authored a textbook “Mathematics and Climate”. He is also a co-director of the “Mathematics and Climate Research Network,” an NSF-funded network linking researchers across the USA to develop the mathematics needed to better understand the Earth’s climate. http://www.mcs.anl.gov/person/hans-kaper