University of Reading
Organised by: University of Reading, Department of Meteorology / ECMWF
17–21st June 2019
OpenIFS
OpenIFS is an ECMWF activity that provides an portable version of the IFS forecast model for use in research and education.
This user meeting brings together scientists, current and prospective users of the ECMWF OpenIFS model from universities, national meteorological services and other organisations to discuss topics on the workshop theme.
The user meeting is open to all and young scientists are encouraged to apply. Please note that due to classroom size, numbers are limited.
Programme
The workshop theme this year will be: The impact of moist processes on weather forecasts
The workshop will include a training on the OpenIFS model on Monday, followed by a science programme of keynote presentations from invited speakers, contributed presentations, poster and practical sessions from Tuesday to Friday.
Abstracts on topics related to the workshop theme are welcome. Abstracts on any other research or education use of IFS and OpenIFS are also welcome.
The workshop will include social events.
Invited speakers
- Mark Rowdell, ECMWF, UK
- Heinli Wernli, ETH, Switzerland,
- Victoria Sinclair, University of Helsinki, Finland
- Nedjelka Žagar, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia,
- Klaus Wyser, SMHI, Sweden,
- Christian Grams, Karlsruher Institut für Technologie, Germany,
- Chris Thorncroft, SUNY, US, tbc
Programme outline
| Monday 17th | Tuesday 18th | Wednesday 19th | Thursday 20th | Friday 21st | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Presentations | Presentations | Presentations | Presentation Group presentations Discussion | |
| Afternoon | Introduction to OpenIFS basics, new model cycle short technical session (running on Cray, GRIB files etc.) | Practical session | Practical session | Practical session | |
| Evening | Poster session | Dinner | Informal social event for ECRs |
Audience
The workshop is intended for those interested in or using OpenIFS and learning more about the model for ensemble modelling. We welcome new and existing users. The workshop is also a networking opportunity to meet with other international scientists interested in NWP and/or using IFS.
Please note that numbers are limited due to the size of the classroom at University of Reading. Early registration is recommended.
Social events
A (free) joint ice-breaker reception and poster session will take place on the second evening of the meeting (Tuesday).
The (free) workshop dinner will be on the evening of the 19th (Wednesday) and take place at ECMWF from 7pm to 10pm starting with a drinks reception. Coach travel to/from ECMWF will be organised.
An informal social event will be organised on the evening of 20th (Thursday) in the town centre of Reading.
Registration & abstract submission
Deadlines for registration and submission of abstracts:
- In case of requesting financial support: 15 March
- Final deadline for abstract submission: 31 March
Registration site: https://events.ecmwf.int/event/126/
Venue
Venue is University of Reading, United Kingdom.
Travel
Financial support
A limited amount of financial support is available. Please contact the meeting organisers for more details.
Priority will be given to young scientists giving a presentation.
Visa / Letter of invitation
If you require a letter of invitation to this meeting, please indicate this in the registration form (see below).
Accommodation
Suggested list of hotels (PDF) . Prices in the document are for guidance only and we recommend comparing prices online.
Hillingdon Prince hotel (booking.com). Between city centre & ECMWF, close to University.
Elmhurst hotel (booking.com). Close to University, more distant from city centre.
Bed & breakfast
List of B&B on booking.com
Gill Robinson - Hamilton Road, Reading. Call +44 118 926 2438 to check availability.
Francoise Richardson - Whiteknights Road, Reading. Call +44 118 926 2223, email f.richardson@botanical.net.
Also it may be possible to find rooms available during the workshop from SpareRoom.co.uk
