Randomness in Dynamical Systems - Lecture 1

Explore the concept of randomness in dynamical systems in this lecture by Jin-Song von Storch, part of the program on Theoretical and Practical Perspectives in Geophysical Fluid Dynamics. Delve into the complex interactions between atmospheric and oceanic dynamics that shape Earth's climate across various temporal and spatial scales. Gain insights into energy transfers, turbulent mixing, and instabilities crucial for understanding the energy cycle in geophysical fluid dynamics. Learn about the challenges in quantifying these processes and their implications for energy-consistent closure in ocean and climate models. Discover how this lecture contributes to a comprehensive two-week program addressing multi-scale and multi-physics topics in geophysical fluid dynamics, including eddies, waves, turbulence, and stochastic aspects of climate modeling.