Summer Wasson

Empowering today's Earth system science

Welcome to the Computational and Information Systems Laboratory (CISL) at NSF NCAR, where we are at the forefront of advancing Earth system science. 

Computing, data, and research excellence

CISL is an innovation hub! We offer state-of-the-art computing resources, comprehensive data solutions, and pioneering research services. 

Our mission is to empower scientists, researchers, and institutions across the globe with the tools and expertise needed to unlock the mysteries of our planet's complex interconnected systems. 

Join us in shaping the future of environmental 
understanding and discovery.


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Recent CISL News

NSF NCAR at the Supercomputing conference
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NSF NCAR @ SC24: Discover the HPC Empowering Today's Earth Systems Science

Georgia World Conference Center — Atlanta, Georgia
iCAS 2024
Oct 1, 2024

iCAS 2024 Symposium Engages International Community to Facilitate Scientific Discovery and Meet Societal Needs

Kate Keahey
Jul 30, 2024

NSF NCAR becomes an official partner for the NSF-backed Chameleon testbed

SIParCS interns 2024
Jul 19, 2024

Final SIParCS presentations wrap up an exciting and productive summer

Publications

Leveraging a novel hybrid ensemble and optimal interpolation approach for enhanced streamflow and flood prediction

Leveraging a Novel Hybrid Ensemble and Optimal Interpolation Approach for Enhanced...

By Mohamad El Gharamti, Arezoo Rafieeinasab, and James L. McCreight

On a Structural Similarity Index Approach for Floating-Point Data

On a Structural Similarity Index Approach for Floating...

By Allison H. Baker, Alexander Pinard, and Dorit M. Hammerling

Mechanisms of NPF and constraints from observations over rainforests.

Global Variability in Atmospheric New Particle...

By Bin Zhao, Neil M. Donahue, Kai Zhang, et al.

Exploring NWS Forecasters’ Assessment of AI Guidance Trustworthiness

Exploring NWS Forecasters’ Assessment of AI Guidance...

By Mariana G. Cains, Christopher D. Wirz, Julie L. Demuth, et al.

All CISL Publications
SIParCS interns in 2022 near the NCAR Mesa Lab in Boulder, Colorado. Trees and the Flatirons in the background.

Internships

CISL provides students, educators, and the public with learning experiences and educational tools that teach about the importance of high-performance computing (HPC) in answering questions about our world. Learning opportunities for interns also help diversify our science community while making HPC accessible and fun. Learn more about internship opportunities.

Our Facilities

Exterior view of the NCAR Mesa Lab with pine trees, green grass, and blue sky. and

Mesa Lab

The Mesa Lab is open to the public and accepting reservations for K-12 field trips, private tours, and public tours. 

NWSC sign and main entrance

NCAR-Wyoming Supercomputing Center

The NCAR-Wyoming Supercomputing Center (NWSC) opened its doors in Cheyenne, Wyoming, in 2012. Since then, more than 4,000 users from more than 575 universities and other institutions across the nation and overseas have used its advanced computing and data storage resources for research in the Earth system sciences.