Ocean forecasting: conceptual basis and applications
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VLIZ: Descriptive Oceanography [101678]
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Aquatic sciences > Marine sciences > Earth sciences > Oceanography
Communication > Satellite communication
Marine/Coastal |
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- Pinardi, N., editor
- Woods, J., editor
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- Le Traon, P.-Y. (2002). Satellite oceanography for ocean forecasting, in: Pinardi, N. et al. (Ed.) Ocean forecasting: conceptual basis and applications. pp. 19-36, more
- Manzella, G.M.R.; MFS-VOS Group (2002). A marine information system for ocean predictions, in: Pinardi, N. et al. (Ed.) Ocean forecasting: conceptual basis and applications. pp. 37-54, more
- Prandle, D. (2002). Predictions in the North Sea, in: Pinardi, N. et al. (Ed.) Ocean forecasting: conceptual basis and applications. pp. 243-266, more
- Woods, J. (2002). Primitive equation modelling of plankton ecosystems, in: Pinardi, N. et al. (Ed.) Ocean forecasting: conceptual basis and applications. pp. 377-428, more
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| Abstract |
The Advanced Study Courses in the field of Marine Science and Technology were part of the training programme developed from 1989 until 1999 within MAST, the Marine Science and Technology Programme of the European Union. They were related to the core topics of MAST Programme, marine systems research, extreme marine environments, regional Sea research, coastal systems research and engineering, and marine technology. The main objectives of these study courses were to further advance education in topics at the forefront of scien tific and technological development in Europe, and to improve the communication between students and experienced scientists on a European and international level. Over the years the Programme sponsored around 30 Advanced Study Courses. They took place in ten different member states of the European Union and their contribution in the formation of a European scientific community was significant. They also encouraged exchanges and contacts with several countries around the world such as United States, the third Mediterranean countries and others. The Course on Ocean Forecasting was one of the most successful with regard to its con tent, number of applications for participation and students satisfaction. When considering the need for the Advanced Study Course on Ocean Forecasting, it is important to remember that the Oceans and Seas have always played a central role throughout the history of mankind. This is seen from the times of the ancient civilizations of Egypt and Greece with the Phoenician traders, to the Viking voyages of exploration and discovery in medieval times. |
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