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NERC Reference : NER/I/S/2000/00847

Uncertainty methods for numerical modelling of strongly non-linear environmental flows

Fellowship Award

Fellow:
Dr M Horritt, University of Leeds, Sch of Geography
Science Area:
Freshwater
Overall Classification:
Freshwater
ENRIs:
None
Science Topics:
None
Abstract:
Uncertainty and geometric complexity in the natural environment has hampered the application of numerical models of shallow water flow to estuarine and floodplain systems. This research aims to tackle the problem of uncertainty in incorporating environmental data into numerical models, without recourse to computationally intensive Monte Carlo methods. The resulting techniques will represent a move away from deterministic modelling towards stochastic approaches, whereby model parameters and predictions are described by probability distributions and correlation functions. The interactions between stochastic models and uncertain validation and calibration data, especially those derived from remote sensing, will also be investigated.
Period of Award:
1 Jul 2001 - 31 Jan 2003
Value:
£109,934
Authorised funds only
NERC Reference:
NER/I/S/2000/00847
Grant Stage:
Completed
Scheme:
Postdoctoral Fellow
Grant Status:
Closed

This fellowship award has a total value of £109,934  

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FDAB - Financial Details (Award breakdown by headings)

Total - StaffTotal - Other Costs
£85,935£24,000

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