The Forecast Research Branch (FRB) is home to most of the research in Global Systems Division on the following topics:
- Short-range numerical weather prediction (NWP)
- Development of advanced modeling and data assimilation techniques
- Diagnostic studies of mesoscale weather phenomena from field projects
- Environmental applications of NWP models
Produced in real time at frequent intervals on national and local scales, these analyses and forecasts are valuable to commercial aviation, civilian and military weather forecasting, the energy industry, regional air pollution prediction, and emergency preparedness.
FRB Organization
- Regional Analysis and Prediction Section
- Local Analysis and Prediction Section
- Special Projects Office