Atmospheric scientists conduct field experiment to study wind flow over complex mountain terrain

Atmospheric scientists conduct field experiment to study wind flow over complex mountain terrain 06/01/2017 06:00 AM EDT Over the past month, researchers have descended on Portugal's Vale Do Cobrão near the Spanish border to study the valley's wind flow patterns. The international project, known as Perdigão after the closest town, is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and involves more than 50 atmospheric scientists. They're working to better understand how wind moves over variable terrain. The project began on May 1 and will continue until June 15. "The ... More at https://www.nsf.gov/news/news_summ.jsp?cntn_id=241994&WT.mc_id=USNSF_51&WT.mc_ev=click This is an NSF News item. Save   Follow NSF:    Save This email was sent using GovDelivery, on behalf of: National Science Foundation Update · 4201 Wilson Boulevard · Arlington, VA 22230 · 703-292-5111