Atmospheric Processes And their Role in Climate
A core project of the World Climate Research Programme.
APARC coordinates international efforts to bring knowledge of the atmosphere to bear on issues regarding climate variability, change, and prediction.
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Pioneering interdisciplinary research to tackle emerging climate challenges with strategies and advanced modeling tools.
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Leveraging long-term atmospheric data to uncover trends and drive evidence-based decision-making for climate resilience.
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Global scientific collaboration to expand our understanding of atmospheric processes and their role in the Earth’s climate system.
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Latest News, Upcoming Events & Meetings
Discover the latest updates, breakthroughs, and insights from APARC’s work in atmospheric and climate science. From research advancements to global collaborations, explore how we’re making an impact in addressing climate challenges.
Stay informed about APARC’s latest events and meetings, where experts from around the globe collaborate to advance atmospheric and climate science. Join us to exchange ideas, share research, and shape the future of climate solutions.
Please also visit the WCRP community calendar.
Meet and engage at the
APARC General Assembly 2026
Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology • Pune • 12–16 October 2026
Every four years, the APARC General Assembly brings together a large community of scientists from around the world.
General Assemblies are opportunities to share research, recognize achievements, identify gaps, and plan how APARC scientists can address the needs of science and society in the years to come.
Registration and abstract submission will open on 12 January 2026
Topics will include:
- Tropical circulation, composition and extreme events
- Challenges and opportunities of high-resolution climate
modeling and measurements - Emerging fingerprints of climate forcing
- New opportunities in AI & machine learning for climate and
atmospheric science - Atmospheric composition and its variability in a changing
climate - Climate prediction from weeks to decades
- Future directions and the role of APARC in climate science
Science for a Changing Climate
About APARC
At APARC, we are dedicated to understanding and addressing the complexities of atmospheric processes and their influence on global and regional climates. As a core project of the World Climate Research Programme (WCRP), we unite experts from around the world to advance climate science, improve predictions, and develop actionable solutions for pressing climate challenges.
Our work spans multiple timescales and focuses on themes such as atmospheric dynamics, chemistry, and long-term climate records. Through cutting-edge research, international collaboration, and a commitment to scientific excellence, APARC provides critical insights to inform policy decisions, support sustainable development, and build resilience to climate impacts.
Join us in shaping a better-informed and climate-ready future.
In-Depth Reports and Scientific Insights
Latest Publications
Dive into our latest reports, newsletters, and peer-reviewed scientific papers that highlight the progress and findings of APARC’s research activities. From detailed assessments to collaborative studies, these publications provide valuable insights into the evolving field of atmospheric and climate science.
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