Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University
Division of Global Architecture, Department of Social Systems Engineering

Applied Atmospheric Science Laboratory

Research Overview

Our laboratory, the Applied Atmospheric Science Lab, conducts both basic and applied research in meteorology, climatology, and related fields. We also study the impacts of climate change on regional communities. In our research, we employ various methods, including numerical simulation, remote sensing, observation, and data analysis.

We also collaborate with other laboratories in our department and with other institutes to conduct applied research aimed at contributing to society.

In addition, we are collecting data and developing fundamental research tools such as numerical models, with the aim of advancing the science and technology of meteorology.

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Research Topics

Climate Change Impacts on Regional Communities

Climate Change Impacts on Regional Communities

We perform numerical experiments and data analyses to evaluate the impacts of climate change on regional communities, with the aim of contributing to science-based climate change assessment.

The figure shows an example of research evaluating the impacts of climate change on snow properties in Hokkaido (collaboration with Hokkaido University).

Meteorological Phenomena That Cause Disasters

We use numerical model simulations to elucidate the mechanisms underlying the meteorological phenomena that cause severe weather disasters.

Our research covers a wide range of meteorological phenomena that affect human life, including not only well-known weather disasters such as heavy rainfall but also related phenomena such as strong winds, lightning, and hail as well as air pollutants.

Investigation of Weather-Related Disaster Phenomena
Numerical Simulation Codes for Atmospheric Science

Numerical Simulation Codes for Atmospheric Science

When conducting research, it sometimes becomes necessary to develop new tools.

Our laboratory develops numerical codes for weather simulations and climate science in collaboration with other universities and institutions such as RIKEN and the University of Hyogo. We also perform large-scale simulations with the developed numerical codes, using supercomputers in Japan, such as Fugaku

Meteorological Observations

Observational data are essential for elucidating phenomena and validating the developed numerical codes.

Our laboratory conducts independent meteorological observations to obtain these crucial data.

Meteorological Observations
Advanced Numerical Weather Prediction

Advanced Numerical Weather Prediction

By maximizing our expertise in numerical calculations, we are working to implement numerical weather predictions, using unique values that are not included in conventional weather forecasts.

The figure shows an example of predicting high-risk areas for aircraft lightning strikes.

Papers & Presentations