Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Courses and Certifications

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Factors Controlling the Runout Distance of Pyroclastic Density Currents - Olivier Roche

Explore factors influencing pyroclastic density currents' runout distance through field observations, experiments, simulations, and theoretical approaches in geophysical multiphase flows.

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• 29 minutes
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Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

From Creepy to Catastrophic - Some Puzzling Behaviors of Natural

Exploring puzzling behaviors in natural systems, from creepy to catastrophic, through geophysical and environmental multiphase flows. Insights from field observations, experiments, simulations, and theory.

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• 30 minutes
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• Free Video

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Field & Laboratory Observations of Floc Aggregates in Muddy Suspensions - Kyle Strom

Explores floc aggregates in muddy suspensions through field and lab observations, contributing to understanding of geophysical and environmental multiphase flows in atmospheric and oceanic systems.

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• 47 minutes
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Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

The Role of Turbulent Coherent Structures on the Evolving Seabed - Tian-Jian Hsu

Explores the impact of turbulent coherent structures on seabed evolution, integrating field observations, experiments, and simulations to advance understanding of multiphase geophysical flows.

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• 42 minutes
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Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Flow of Immersed Granular Media - Experiments and Continuum

Experimental and theoretical insights into the flow behavior of immersed granular media, exploring multiphase geophysical phenomena from particle-laden flows to granular material transport over complex surfaces.

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• 42 minutes
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Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Turbulence, Clouds and Climate Models - Joao Teixeira

Explore the complex interplay between turbulence, clouds, and climate models in this talk by Joao Teixeira. Gain insights into geophysical fluid dynamics and their impact on atmospheric science and climate prediction.

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• 47 minutes
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Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Modulation by Cloud Droplet Size of Microphysical and Radiative Processes - Adele Igel

Explore how cloud droplet size influences microphysical and radiative processes in atmospheric science, presented by Adele Igel from UC Davis at a geophysical multiphase flows conference.

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• 37 minutes
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Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Zooming Out - Understanding Cloud Systems From Complex & Idealized Models

Explore cloud systems through complex and idealized models, examining multi-scale physics and dynamics in geophysical flows. Gain insights into atmospheric processes and their broader implications.

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• 30 minutes
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Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Cloud Fields - Living Near the Bifurcation Point - Ilan Koren

Explore cloud field dynamics near bifurcation points with Ilan Koren. Gain insights into geophysical multiphase flows and their impact on atmospheric processes and environmental systems.

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• 30 minutes
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Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Particle-Based Methods for Cloud Microphysics - Towards Learning Climate

Explore particle-based methods for cloud microphysics and their potential in climate modeling. Discover advancements in understanding geophysical fluid flows involving bubbles, drops, and particles.

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• 29 minutes
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Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

In Situ Measurements of Cloud Microphysics in the Field - Eberhard Bodenschatz

Explore in situ cloud microphysics measurements with Eberhard Bodenschatz. Discover field observation techniques and their impact on understanding atmospheric processes and geophysical fluid dynamics.

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• 31 minutes
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Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Dynamics of Anisotropic Fibers in Turbulent Shear Flow - Alfredo Soldati

Explore the behavior of anisotropic fibers in turbulent shear flow, examining their dynamics and interactions in geophysical and environmental fluid systems.

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• 31 minutes
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Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics

Calibrating Noise in Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Models

Explore noise calibration techniques for geophysical fluid dynamics models with Imperial College London professor Dan Crisan, covering key concepts and applications in this field.

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• 56 minutes
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International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

The Balance Conundrum in Geophysical Fluid Dynamics

Explore geophysical fluid dynamics, covering eddies, waves, turbulence, and energy transfers in Earth's climate. Gain insights from theory, models, and observations, with tutorials on visualization and machine learning.

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• 34 minutes
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International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

The Geostrophic Eady Problem Revisited - Lecture 1

Revisiting the geostrophic Eady problem: Exploring atmospheric and oceanic dynamics, instabilities, and energy transfers in geophysical fluid systems through theoretical and practical perspectives.

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• 48 minutes
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