What We Do
Research in the Smith lab aims to improve understanding of processes occurring at the upper ocean-sea ice-atmosphere interface and to reduce uncertainty in projections of changes. We are particularly interested in observing the role of ocean surface waves in sea ice and otherwise using novel observational tools. A recent focus within this realm is innovation in the use of distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) for oceanographic and cryospheric sciences.
Who We Are
We are scientists using a variety of observational tools and models to understand the changing polar oceans. We work across a range of science and engineering topics and are interested in collaboration across traditional boundaries. We value diversity and believe in equity and inclusion. If you are excited about sea ice and waves and interested in joining us, please reach out or check out the following opportunities:
- MIT-WHOI Joint Program: If you are interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in oceanography with a focus on understanding the interactions of the upper ocean with Arctic sea ice, please reach out.
- WHOI Postdoctoral Scholar Program: The scholar program provides 18 months of funding for new Ph.D.s to pursue research. I am open to collaborating with a postdoc on a variety of topics including upper ocean-sea ice interactions, sea-ice physics using observations and climate models, and waves in coastal environments using distributed acoustic sensing (DAS). Applications are typically due in October, but please reach out at any time as opportunities may be ongoing.
- More opportunities for Guest students and Summer Students
News and Publications
News
Maddie was recently interviewed for the U.S. Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) series, in association with her ongoing collaboration…
This week, Maddie and UW graduate student Jake Davis completed deployments of 9 microSWIFT wave buoys over sea ice and…