Welcome to the Earth System Science Center (ESSC) at UAH! The Earth System Science Center (ESSC) at the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) is dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary research on the Earth as an integrated system. Our diverse team of scientists—including atmospheric researchers, biologists, geologists, engineers, mathematicians, and computer scientists—collaborates to better understand the complex interactions within our planet’s environment. At ESSC, we focus on a wide range of Earth system research areas, including: Climate Dynamics: Evaluating global and regional climate models to understand long-term climate patterns and variability. Severe Weather & Storm Prediction: Enhancing weather monitoring, detection, and forecasting for improved public safety. Remote Sensing & Satellite Applications: Developing advanced satellite-based techniques to observe and analyze atmospheric and environmental changes. Lightning Research: Detecting and studying lightning from space and ground to improve understanding of storm dynamics. Atmospheric Chemistry & Air Quality: Assessing the impact of aerosols and pollutants on weather, climate, and human health. Disaster Management & Response: Using Earth observation tools to aid in disaster preparedness, response, and mitigation. Urban Climate & Sustainability: Investigating the effects of urbanization on climate and promoting sustainable city planning. GeoAI & Earth Observation: Harnessing artificial intelligence and geospatial technology to analyze environmental change. Hydrology & Agriculture: Monitoring water resources and agricultural productivity to enhance food and water security. Recent News UAH researchers’ climate study quantifies Urban Heat Island warming effects related to population density for the first time May 02 A new research study from The University of Alabama in Huntsville, a part of The University of Alabama System, addresses the question … Contact Us Cramer Research Hall National Space Science and Technology Center University of Alabama in Huntsville 320 Sparkman Drive Huntsville, AL 35899 256.961.7463steenc@uah.edu
UAH researchers’ climate study quantifies Urban Heat Island warming effects related to population density for the first time May 02 A new research study from The University of Alabama in Huntsville, a part of The University of Alabama System, addresses the question …