The goal of this annual panel session is to share, transfer, and impart important NOAA R2X transition knowledge to individuals in the academic, private, and public sectors. This will be accomplished by featuring lightning talks from NOAA experts in R2X transitions and transition processes. The panelists will discuss a variety of topics, including but not limited to: (1) the basics of NOAA’s R2X transition practices, processes, and policies; (2) NOAA’s readiness levels; (3) advice, tips, and helpful hints for navigating NOAA’s transition plan development process; (4) success stories and best practices for developing effective operational collaborations; and (5) previous experiences and/or guidance for transferring social and physical science knowledge to the agency. Feedback from the widely attended panel session at the 2023 AMS Annual Meeting suggested we continue to host such events. As such, we are excited to continue this outreach and engagement opportunity with the broader weather, water, and climate enterprise. Join us as we “throw back the curtain” and share NOAA’s R2X practices, processes, and policies to make research and development opportunities more accessible and equitable for all.
The panelists will include Castle Williamsberg (NOAA’s Weather Program Office), Andrew Peck (NOAA Office of Research Transitions), Wendy Sellers (NWS’ Science and Technology Integration), Wayne Mackenzie (NOAA’s Technology Partnership Office), and Annette Hollingshead (NOAA’s Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory).
References:
Elliott, Steve, Gina Eosco, Joseph Conran, and Laura Newcomb. “Institutional Values Influence the Design and Evaluation of Transition Knowledge in Funding Proposals at NOAA.” (Accepted). Philosophy of Science.
DiPrete, Thomas A., and Gregory M. Eirich. 2006. “Cumulative Advantage as a Mechanism for Inequality: A Review of Theoretical and Empirical Developments.” Annual Review of Sociology. 32: 271–97.

