The Doppler on Wheels Network

Image The Center for Severe Weather Research (CSWR) operates the Doppler on Wheels (DOW) mobile radar network, consisting of two dual-polarization, dual-frequency mobile radars and one multi-beam, rapid scan radar, as a National Science Foundation (NSF) facility. Researchers and faculty can request the DOWs for their projects.

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CSWR ResearchImage

CSWR is engaged in research investigating tornadogenesis, tornado structure, hurricane boundary layers and surface wind damage, as well as radar technology. CSWR has also played a major role in the VORTEX2, COPS, IHOP, STEP, IPEX, PAMREX and other projects. Here is a list of related CSWR publications.

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CSWR and Educational Outreach

ImageCSWR is committed to the advancement of radar meteorology education. Additionally, CSWR maintains close collaborations with both Pennsylvania State University and the University of Colorado. Here is a list of educational projects in which CSWR has been involved.

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CSWR in the MediaImage

A list of articles pertaining to CSWR and related projects. .

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Information and Our Staff

ImageInformation about our staff, location and contact information.

VORTEX2

company

Can we warn tornadoes 30, 45, 60 minutes ahead?

VORTEX2 is by far the largest and most ambitious effort ever made to understand tornadoes.


VORTEX2

company

Can we warn tornadoes 30, 45, 60 minutes ahead?

VORTEX2 is by far the largest and most ambitious effort ever made to understand tornadoes.


VORTEX2

company

Can we warn tornadoes 30, 45, 60 minutes ahead?

VORTEX2 is by far the largest and most ambitious effort ever made to understand tornadoes.