
Pioneering AI and Earth Systems Science
Welcome to NSF AI2ES. Our mission is to pioneer research in trustworthy AI for weather and coastal oceanography, driving innovation and workforce development to inspire future generations.
Advances in AI across Earth Systems
We bring together researchers in AI, atmospheric science, ocean science, and risk communication to address the need for accelerated AI research in Earth System science.

Inspiring Innovation With AI Research
Explore critical data, uncovering insights into research achievements and growth.

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Peer-reviewed Articles
Explore our various publications.
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Graduate Students Supported
Training up the next generation of researchers.
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Undergraduates Mentored
Our investment into building up the AI workforce. Take a look at our alumni.
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Industrial and Government Partners
Co-developing AI solutions to address our country’s needs.
Blog
Keep up with our activities and accomplishments.
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NSF funds 4 new projects for AI2ES faculty
The NSF has funded 4 new projects totaling over $3 million that will be directed…
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AI2ES Contributes to WMO’s United in Science 2024 Report
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) released its United in Science 2024 Report. AI2ES Director and PI Amy…
Advancing AI for Real-World Impact
Meet our Leadership Team Driving Our Vision Forward

Amy McGovern
University of Oklahoma

Christopher Thorncroft
University of Albany SUNY

Imme Ebert-Uphoff
Colorado State University

Ruoying “Roy” He
North Carolina State University

Philippe Tissot
Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi

John T. Allen
Central Michigan University

Ann Bostrom
University of Washington

Phillip Davis
Del Mar College

Julie Demuth
NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR)

David John Gagne
NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR)

Nathan Snook
University of Oklahoma

John Williams
The Weather Company
Advancing AI in Earth System Science Research
Join us to unlock AI’s potential in science.