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Nonlinear Processes in Geosciences
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Davide Faranda

I’m researcher in physics at the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS). I’m an expert of weather extreme events such as cold spells, heatwaves, cyclones and severe thunderstorms. My research activity focuses on the attribution of extreme events to climate change, that is understanding how much greenhouse gases influence the occurrence of extremes

Bridging Science and Society: FutureMed’s Transdisciplinary Approach to Tackling Climate Change in the Mediterranean

November 10, 2023
Bridging Science and Society: FutureMed’s Transdisciplinary Approach to Tackling Climate Change in the Mediterranean
Group Picture taken during the first meeting of the COST Action Future Med in Bruxelles on October 6th 2023

The Mediterranean region stands as a poignant testament to the far-reaching impacts of climate change. From extreme weather events to rising sea levels and increased pollution, the consequences of global warming are acutely felt. In this climate change hotspot, the interconnection of risks creates a complex web that affects ecosystems, economic activities, and human health. Recognizing the need fo ...[Read More]

ClimaMeter: Putting Extreme Weather in Climate Perspective

September 21, 2023
ClimaMeter: Putting Extreme Weather in Climate Perspective

ClimaMeter offers a dynamic approach to contextualize and analyze weather extremes within a climate context. This framework provides both easily understandable immediate contextualization of extreme weather events as well as more in-depth technical analysis shortly after the events. Methodology: The foundation of ClimaMeter’s methodology lies in identifying weather conditions similar to those resp ...[Read More]

How Climate Change fuels intense Thunderstorms in Italy

July 25, 2023
How Climate Change fuels intense Thunderstorms in Italy

In the blistering heat of July 2023, a series of violent thunderstorms struck the serene landscapes of northern Italy, leaving behind a trail of devastation, despair, and grief. Unleashing their fury upon the unsuspecting region, these tempestuous storms unleashed torrential rains, hailstones the size of tennis balls, and ferocious winds exceeding 150 km/h. Amidst the chaos and destruction, homes ...[Read More]

Unraveling the Meteorological Factors and Climate Change’s Role in Italy’s Devastating Floods

May 20, 2023
Unraveling the Meteorological Factors and Climate Change’s Role in Italy’s Devastating Floods
Delimitation for the Forlì area of interest based on the images acquired on May 17th by the 🛰️ Cosmo-SkyMed radar. Produced by Copernicus and updated here: https://rapidmapping.emergency.copernicus.eu/EMSR664

Italy has recently been struck by a series of catastrophic floods that have claimed lives, displaced thousands of people, and caused extensive damage to infrastructure. These floods were triggered by an extraordinary amount of rainfall, equivalent to six months’ worth, occurring within few days. The culmination of three distinct meteorological events, with low-pressure systems over the Thyrr ...[Read More]