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NERC Reference : NER/O/S/2003/00625

Transport and storage of nutrients, carbon and heat in the subtropical North Atlantic ocean.

Grant Award

Principal Investigator:
Professor RG Williams, University of Liverpool, Earth Surface Dynamics
Co-Investigator:
Dr BA King, National Oceanography Centre, Science and Technology
Co-Investigator:
Professor GA Wolff, University of Liverpool, Earth, Ocean and Ecological Sciences
Co-Investigator:
Professor TR Anderson, National Oceanography Centre, Science and Technology
Co-Investigator:
Professor C Robinson, University of East Anglia, Environmental Sciences
Co-Investigator:
Dr T Jickells, University of East Anglia, Environmental Sciences
Co-Investigator:
Professor H Bryden, University of Southampton, Sch of Ocean and Earth Science
Co-Investigator:
Dr E McDonagh, NORCE Norwegian Research Centre AS, UNLISTED
Co-Investigator:
Professor A Watson, University of Exeter, Geography
Co-Investigator:
Professor R Sanders, University of Southampton, Sch of Ocean and Earth Science
Science Area:
Marine
Atmospheric
Overall Classification:
Marine
ENRIs:
Global Change
Science Topics:
Ocean Circulation
Biogeochemical Cycles
Ocean - Atmosphere Interact.
Climate & Climate Change
Abstract:
The programme is addressing how the climate system is controlled in the subtropical North Atlantic Ocean. At present, it is unclear as to the extent of subtropical warming, how nutrients are transported and cycled within the subtropical North Atlantic, and the rate at which the ocean uptakes or outgases carbon dioxide. These objectives will be addressed in an inter-disciplinary programme evaluating the heat, nutrient and carbon transports across 36?N and 26?N in the North Atlantic. A full hydrographic and biogeochemical survey across 36?N will be conducted, which will complement UK supported surveys along 26?N and 20?W. Integrated transports and divergences of heat, nutrients and carbon will be evaluated by melding the observations with an inverse model. The controlling processes will be identified by taking targeted biogeochemical observations and their wider impact assessed by integrating circulation and biogeochemical models. Training will be provided for postdoctoral researchers and postgraduate students in state-of-the-art sampling strategies, data analysis, inverse and circulation modelling, and inter-disciplinary teamwork for oceanographic research. The programme will strengthen the UK capability in climate research, by providing an observational basis for understanding how the subtropical North Atlantic Ocean is evolving, and thus complementing the strength of the UK in climate prediction.
Period of Award:
27 Jan 2005 - 26 Apr 2009
Value:
£161,331 Lead Split Award
Authorised funds only
NERC Reference:
NER/O/S/2003/00625
Grant Stage:
Completed
Scheme:
Consortiums Pre FEC
Grant Status:
Closed
Programme:
Consortiums

This grant award has a total value of £161,331  

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FDAB - Financial Details (Award breakdown by headings)

Total - T&STotal - StaffTotal - Other CostsTotal - Indirect Costs
£11,287£79,990£16,699£53,355

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