Description:

The 2017 "Decadal Survey for Earth Science and Applications from Space" recommended that NASA implement five high priority Designated Observables, including Aerosols (A) and Clouds, Convection and Precipitation (CCP). The A and CCP DOs are being implemented as two joint projects within the NASA Earth System Observatory, known collectively as the Atmosphere Observing System (AOS), for which the overarching goal is to provide advanced coincident measurements of aerosols, clouds, precipitation, and in-cloud vertical air motion that will greatly enhance understanding of their interactions and roles in extreme weather and climate. The mission will complete its pre-formulation stage in 2022. In this Town Hall, the AOS team presents the results of the pre-formulation study and engages with the AGU science community. The Town Hall would be a panel discussion including one or two representatives from NASA Headquarters, the AOS project scientist, and the AOS project manager. Roughly 30 minutes of presentation followed by 30 minutes of questions and answers.