Sharing Scientists' Stories: A Conversation with Meteorologist Biographers

Mona Behl moderates a panel of esteemed meteorologist biographers: Jonathan E. Martin, Sean Potter, and Jim Fleming. Together, they discuss the fascinating lives of three pivotal figures in meteorology—Joanne Simpson, Cleveland Abbe, and Reginald Sutcliffe. Learn about Joanne Simpson’s trailblazing work in tropical clouds and her groundbreaking role at NASA, Cleveland Abbe’s early forecasting efforts in the 19th century, and Reginald Sutcliffe’s revolutionary contributions to modern weather systems science. Discover how these scientists shaped the field and the stories behind their extraordinary careers.