NSF NCAR MMM Laboratory

Mesoscale & Microscale Meteorology Laboratory (MMM) is part of the NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR).

The mission of the Mesoscale and Microscale Meteorology Laboratory is to advance the understanding of the meso- and microscale aspects of weather and climate, and to apply this knowledge to benefit society.

Since its inception over 27 years ago, the Mesoscale and Microscale Meteorology Laboratory has excelled in fundamental research covering the dynamics and physics of mesoscale (1 – 1000 km) and microscale (106 – 1000m) atmospheric flows and processes. This work continues, but through time increasing emphasis has been placed on the modeling and prediction of these phenomena. MMM builds upon and leverages collaborations within NSF NCAR and throughout the community to achieve more accurate mesoscale weather forecasts and climate prediction and projections.