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NERC Reference : NER/T/S/2001/00194

Field observations of near-infrared absorption by water vapour.

Grant Award

Principal Investigator:
Professor KP Shine, University of Reading, Meteorology
Co-Investigator:
Dr K Smith, STFC - Laboratories, RAL Space
Science Area:
Atmospheric
Overall Classification:
Atmospheric
ENRIs:
Global Change
Science Topics:
Water In The Atmosphere
Radiative Processes & Effects
Climate & Climate Change
Abstract:
We propose to make high spectral resolution, calibrated measurements of the surface radiation field in the near-infrared (1 to 4 micrometers), a region dominated by water vapour absorption. The spectral resolution is two orders of magnitude higher than any measurements yet reported in the literature. The observations will be performed at Chilbolton Observatory, giving excellent supplementary observations of the atmospheric state, including data from radiosondes, microwave radiometers and lidar ceilometers. The measurements will be compared with line-by-line radiation codes using new laboratory measurements of the water vapour spectrum. This will allow the performance of detailed radiation codes to be evaluated, and hence the more parameterised codes used in climate models; such a detailed evaluation is a necessary step in building confidence in radiation codes.
Period of Award:
1 Feb 2002 - 29 Feb 2004
Value:
£58,646 Lead Split Award
Authorised funds only
NERC Reference:
NER/T/S/2001/00194
Grant Stage:
Completed
Scheme:
Directed Pre FEC
Grant Status:
Closed

This grant award has a total value of £58,646  

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FDAB - Financial Details (Award breakdown by headings)

Total - T&STotal - StaffTotal - Other CostsTotal - Indirect Costs
£1,700£37,858£1,674£17,415

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