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As the CLASS project nears its conclusion, the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) is running a workshop / hackathon to showcase its modelling activities. This will provide an opportunity for marine researchers in the UK to become familiar with a broad range of model simulations, including high-resolution regional and global modelling, integrated ecological and biogeochemical processes, and simulations spanning from the near-present day to the end of the 21st century. Supported by NOC modelling experts, workshop attendees will to learn how models can complement observational or data-based analysis. 

Workshop activities will include: 

  • An introduction to the basic principles underlying ocean physical and biogeochemical dynamics, and how modelling approaches support novel research questions.
  • Guided analysis of model outputs using Python, with an introduction to tools such as COAsT. 
  • A collaborative group analysis based on attendee-run Lagrangian simulations.
  • An icebreaker event where attendees can share their own research and an off-site activity (TBC).

Criteria:

Applicants must be PhD students or early career researchers (within 5 years of PhD award). Applicants should have a basic familiarity with Python and gridded data products.

Requirements:

Workshop attendees will need to bring a laptop with prerequisites installed/set-up (e.g., may include access to services such as JASMIN). Details will be announced in due course.

Costs, Travel and Subsistence:

Accommodation (4 nights) and meals will be provided at no cost. Attendees are responsible for arranging and paying for their own travel to Southampton.

Registration:

Please complete the application form to register for the workshop. Registration closes on 22 January 2024. Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis so please register early!