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Large scale modelling
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The Large Scale Modelling Group
The Large Scale Modelling Group uses computer models of the ocean to investigate the large scale circulation and structure of the ocean, and its effect on climate. Recent advances in computer power means that we can now run high-resolution models which can represent most of the key features of the large scale ocean circulation. We can also increase the complexity of our models by including more components of the Earth System.
As well has our high-resolution ocean models (with sea-ice) such as OCCAM we are developing coupled ocean-atmosphere models such as CHIME and FORTE, a fast climate system model ( C-GOLDSTEIN) and a coupled physical-biogeochemical ocean model using the OCCAM framework.
So what does the deep ocean really look like? Forget everything in your text books - have a look at our video loops (our model ocean is at least in the right ball park) and (when we get it properly set up) take a look at our "what the real ocean looks like" page.
Shortcuts:
Mpeg loops : general interest and educational video loops showing ocean currents.
Quicktime movies : showing the global ocean surface temperature field over a four year period.
Model data : access to model output data for research.
The LSM group at SOC consists of:
- David J. Webb (retired)
- Adrian New
- Alex Megann
- Andrew C. Coward
- Beverly A. de Cuevas
- Bob Marsh
- Yevgeny Aksenov
Large Scale Modelling is partly funded as a core activity of the James Rennell Division for Ocean Circulation and Climate. The James Rennell Division is one of the SOC Divisions funded by the Natural Environment Research Council and managed by the University of Southampton.
