Journal of Applied Meteorology and Climatology

Journal of Applied Meteorology and Climatology is a scientific journal published by the American Meteorological Society, focusing on the application of meteorology and climatology to various fields, including agriculture, aviation, hydrology, and emergency management. The journal is closely related to other publications, such as the Journal of Applied Meteorology, Journal of Atmospheric Sciences, and Monthly Weather Review. It is also associated with prominent organizations, including the National Weather Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the World Meteorological Organization. The journal's content is relevant to the work of notable researchers, such as Edward Lorenz, Jule Charney, and Stephen Schneider.

Introduction

The Journal of Applied Meteorology and Climatology is a leading publication in the field of applied meteorology and climatology, covering a wide range of topics, from weather forecasting and climate modeling to atmospheric science and environmental science. The journal is an essential resource for researchers, meteorologists, and climatologists working in academia, government agencies, and the private sector, including organizations like the National Center for Atmospheric Research, University Corporation for Atmospheric Research, and the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts. The journal's articles often cite the work of prominent scientists, such as Syukuro Manabe, Klaus Hasselmann, and Joseph Smagorinsky, and are relevant to international initiatives, including the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.

History

The Journal of Applied Meteorology and Climatology has its roots in the Journal of Applied Meteorology, which was first published in 1962 by the American Meteorological Society. Over the years, the journal has undergone several changes, including a merger with the Journal of Climate and Applied Meteorology in 1988, resulting in the current title. The journal has been edited by notable scientists, including Richard Anthes, Robert Gall, and William Cotton, and has published articles by prominent researchers, such as Verner Suomi, Reid Bryson, and Stephen Warren. The journal's history is closely tied to the development of meteorology and climatology as scientific disciplines, with contributions from institutions like the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, University of California, Los Angeles, and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

Scope

The Journal of Applied Meteorology and Climatology covers a broad range of topics, including weather forecasting, climate modeling, atmospheric science, and environmental science. The journal publishes articles on the application of meteorology and climatology to various fields, such as agriculture, aviation, hydrology, and emergency management. The journal's scope is closely related to the work of organizations, including the National Weather Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the World Meteorological Organization, and is relevant to international initiatives, such as the Global Climate Observing System and the World Climate Research Programme. The journal's articles often cite the work of prominent scientists, such as James Hansen, Gerald North, and Kevin Trenberth, and are relevant to the research conducted at institutions like the University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, and the California Institute of Technology.

Publication

The Journal of Applied Meteorology and Climatology is published monthly by the American Meteorological Society, with 12 issues per year. The journal is available in print and online, with articles published online ahead of print. The journal's publication is supported by a team of editors, including the editor-in-chief, associate editors, and guest editors, who are prominent researchers in the field of meteorology and climatology. The journal's articles are peer-reviewed, with reviewers selected from a pool of experts, including researchers from institutions like the University of Chicago, Columbia University, and the University of California, Berkeley. The journal's publication is also supported by the work of organizations, such as the American Geophysical Union, European Geosciences Union, and the International Association of Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences.

Impact

The Journal of Applied Meteorology and Climatology has a significant impact on the field of meteorology and climatology, with articles published in the journal often cited by researchers and policymakers. The journal's impact factor, as measured by Thomson Reuters, is among the highest in the field, reflecting the journal's reputation for publishing high-quality research. The journal's articles are widely read and cited, with many articles published in the journal being selected as Editor's Choice or Featured Article. The journal's impact is also reflected in its inclusion in prominent indices, such as the Science Citation Index, Journal Citation Reports, and the Web of Science. The journal's articles are relevant to the work of notable researchers, such as John Houghton, Bert Bolin, and Ralph Cicerone, and are cited in reports from organizations, including the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and the National Academy of Sciences.

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The Journal of Applied Meteorology and Climatology is abstracted and indexed in several prominent databases, including the Science Citation Index, Journal Citation Reports, and the Web of Science. The journal is also indexed in other databases, such as Scopus, Google Scholar, and Microsoft Academic. The journal's articles are widely available, with many articles published in the journal being open-access or available through institutional subscriptions. The journal's abstracting and indexing are supported by the work of organizations, such as the American Meteorological Society, National Library of Medicine, and the British Library. The journal's articles are relevant to the research conducted at institutions like the University of Tokyo, University of Melbourne, and the University of Toronto, and are cited in reports from organizations, including the World Health Organization and the United Nations Environment Programme. Category:Scientific journals