Peyton Stevenson
Flower Mound,TX
Summary
A diligent Research Assistant who has had the privilege of engaging in hands-on statistical, environmental, kinematic, and radar analyses. These experiences have aided in the progress of atmospheric sciences, particularly in enhancing forecasting methods and deepening the understanding of supercells and tornadogenesis.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
University Of Nebraska
01.2022 - Current
- Investigate the frequency, thermodynamic, and kinematic structure of left-flank convergence boundaries (LFCBs) and forward-flank convergence boundaries (FFCBs) in observed supercells from the VORTEX2 and TORUS 2019 & 2022 field projects.
- Analyzing high-resolution mobile mesonet and ground-based mobile Doppler radar data utilizing two-pass Barnes interpolation methodology to process meteorological data and identify boundaries.
- Providing valuable insights into LFCBs and FFCBs in supercell dynamics and tornadogenesis, contributing to advancements in atmospheric science understanding.
Research Assistant
Texas A&M University
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Conducting thorough comparative analysis of near-cell environments associated with tornadic cells and non-tornadic cells within the context of tropical cyclones that made landfall in the contiguous United States.
- Utilizing advanced analytical techniques to identify and assess the effectiveness of sounding-derived parameters.
- Employing established metrics such as Probability of Detection (POD), False Alarm Rate (FAR), and Critical Success Index (CSI) to quantify forecasting performance.
- Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to contribute insights that guide discussions on refining forecasting techniques and enhancing warning efforts for tornadoes associated with tropical cyclones.
- Conducting comprehensive characterization of climatological variables.
Education
Master of Science - Atmospheric Sciences And Meteorology
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Lincoln, NE12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Atmospheric Sciences And Meteorology
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX12.2021
Skills
- Python and MATLAB
- LINUX
- ArcGIS
- Radar, Tropical and Mesoscale Meteorology
- Forecasting
- Collaborating and problem solving with others
- Analyzing observational data
Additional Information
- Joined the TORUS 2022 and TORUS-LITE 2023 campaigns, actively engaging in forecasting and effectively addressing challenges within high-pressure scenarios.
Timeline
Research Assistant
University Of Nebraska
01.2022 - Current
Research Assistant
Texas A&M University
12.2020 - 12.2021
Master of Science - Atmospheric Sciences And Meteorology
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Bachelor of Science - Atmospheric Sciences And Meteorology
Texas A&M University
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