The LEAP Science and Technology Center will host a timely panel discussion on the transformative role of Generative AI (GenAI) in advancing climate science. As large-scale data and complex modeling demands grow across the climate research community, GenAI methods offer new possibilities for emulation, downscaling, prediction, and decision support. Join us for a rich discussion on how GenAI is accelerating progress in climate science. The event will include a networking lunch. This interdisciplinary panel brings together leading experts from academia, industry, and technology to explore how GenAI is reshaping key areas of climate science—from ocean modeling and data assimilation to climate emulation and real-time chatbot interfaces. Panelists will share insights on current applications, technical challenges, and future directions for integrating GenAI tools in research and operational contexts.
Speakers:
- Pierre Gentine (LEAP, Columbia) – Opening Remarks
- Francesco Immorlano (LEAP, UC Irvine) – GenAI for Climate
- Gideon Dresdner (Brightband) – GenAI for Data Assimilation
- Ignacio Lopez-Gomez (Google) – GenAI for Downscaling
- Tian Zheng (LEAP, Columbia) – A vision for Agentic AI for Climate Research
- George Deodatis (School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Columbia) – Closing Remarks
This event is part of Climate Week at Columbia Engineering 2025.
Advance registration is required for both Columbia non-affiliates and Columbia affiliates.
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