Scientific motivations and future directions of whole atmosphere modeling

The recent development of whole atmosphere models that extend from the surface to the upper thermosphere represents a significant advance in modeling capabilities of the ionosphere-thermosphere. Whole atmosphere models have had an especially important influence on understanding the role of terrestrial weather on generating variability in the ionosphere-thermosphere. This paper provides an overview of the scientific motivations and contributions made by whole atmosphere modeling. This is followed by a discussion of future directions in whole atmosphere modeling and the science that they will enable.

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Suggested Citation Pedatella, Nicholas M.. (2022). Scientific motivations and future directions of whole atmosphere modeling. UCAR/NCAR - Library. https://n2t.org/ark:/85065/d7n87fj0. Accessed 22 August 2025.

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