Whether you’re a seasoned coder, researcher, interested student, or new to modeling, EPIC has something for you.
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EPIC and the Unified Forecast System (UFS) community offer exciting opportunities to engage with cutting-edge research and operational modeling. From internships like the William M. Lapenta Program to fellowships such as WINGS, students can gain hands-on experience while contributing to the future of Earth system science. Whether through research projects, ambassador roles, or participation in key workshops, students play a crucial role in shaping the next generation of forecasting innovations.
Additionally, check out the phenomenal Dr. Hendrik Tolman presenting at TEDx Georgetown on weather innovation.
The Earth Prediction Innovation Center (EPIC) facilitates greater alignment between NOAA, academia, and research centers by removing boundaries and expanding avenues for collaboration. EPIC provides the infrastructure to advance the Unified Forecast System (UFS), and the community-based operational code base, by providing a common community development environment, software engineers, and tools to partner with the community for the benefit of the Nation.
Extreme weather events are on the rise and directly impact the economy when sectors like transportation, agriculture, and retail suffer supply chain disruptions or damage to property. EPIC’s work to enable a world-class Earth prediction system fortifies NOAA’s mission of saving lives and property by ensuring that it is possible to plan for extreme weather events and mitigate their potential consequences. EPIC supports NOAA in translating cutting-edge science and technology into tangible products and services. EPIC’s contributions also have the potential to bolster emerging economic industries, such as the commercial space industry and aquaculture.
EPIC is dedicated to advancing numerical prediction models in support of NOAA’s stewardship and understanding of the environment. This mission provides opportunities to turn cutting-edge advances in science and technology into products and services that benefit our daily lives and keep our economy strong. Our flagship priorities, as detailed in the U.S. Department of Commerce Strategic Plan 2022 – 2026, depend on strong collaboration across federal, state, and local partners, both public and private.
EPIC has partnered with Raytheon Space & Intelligence to ensure that it receives the best available software engineering services, user support, and technical expertise to fulfill its mission. Read more about the EPIC Contract Team.
EPIC has already demonstrated success through its contributions to programs across NOAA that support Earth system modeling, building on past achievements in community development and scientific innovation. Notable accomplishments include the successful releases of UFS applications such as the Short-Range Weather (SRW) Application and the Land Data Assimilation (DA) System. These applications, along with EPIC’s ongoing work, highlight the organization’s leadership in advancing Earth system modeling.
EPIC has also played a key role in making the Unified Forecast System (UFS) a widely accessible, community-driven, and comprehensive Earth prediction system. Through continued collaboration and expansion of access to the UFS, EPIC has fostered its growth into a versatile platform that can support environmental modeling needs across federal agencies, academia, and private industry. The UFS has become a vital tool for improving operational forecasting, and EPIC’s efforts ensure its continuous evolution with contributions from the broader scientific community.
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The Earth Prediction Innovation Center will enable the most accurate and reliable operational numerical weather prediction system in the world.
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