Research by the Physical Oceanography Division (PhOD) of AOML
PhOD research activities are geared towards studying the oceans and their role in climate, at different time and spatial scales, in extreme weather events, and in ecosystems. To accomplish this, scientists here play key roles in the design, implementation and maintenance of large components of the ocean observing system. This includes the analysis of a broad range of observations including directly measured and remotely sensed data, as well as numerical model outputs. A complete list of all projects carried out in PhOD can be found in the Division Project Report. Research results can be found in our publications.
Meridional Overturning Circulation (MOC)
Tropical Atlantic Variability
Oceans and Weather
Physical Oceanography
- Surface and Subsurface Currents
- Repeat Hydrography/CO2 Inventories
- Near-inertial Energy Pathways
- Water Mass Formation / Eighteen Degree Water
- Ocean Dispersion
- Regional Oceanography