The difficult questions in Earth system science are global by nature. So are the answers. By formally establishing partnerships between UCAR and scientific organizations from outside North America, ...

With our university partners, we can do so much more. Since our inception, collaborations between university researchers and our own scientists and engineers have helped push the boundaries of the ...

UCAR Exchange®, and its predecessor foundation, have engaged in technology transfer and commercialization for NCAR and UCAR scientists, engineers, educators, and other specialists since 1986. UCAR ...

Our membership includes virtually all the academic institutions in North America with atmospheric and related Earth system science programs.

The Annual Members Meeting engages UCAR member representatives in discussions that are important to the university community, while also serving as a forum to provide input and guidance on the ...

UCAR is steered by the community we serve. Our 129 member colleges and universities set UCAR's overall direction, ensuring that we are meeting the most urgent needs of the research and education ...

The Next Generation Fellowship is designed to provide targeted financial and community support to graduate students currently registered at North American (USA, Canada, Mexico) universities. Three ...

Our community programs provide a suite of innovative resources, tools, and services to researchers, educators, and practitioners in the Earth system science community. Activities in the UCAR Community ...

The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) has named Eric Barron to serve as interim president beginning May 4, 2026. Barron is a former NSF NCAR director and former Penn State ...

The UCAR board has primary responsibility for setting UCAR's overall direction. There are eighteen Trustees, twelve from member institutions, and six at-large. Trustees are elected to three-year terms ...

We build strategic connections for lasting impact. UCAR cultivates valuable relationships with a variety of stakeholders and audiences, providing multiple avenues for engagement through strategic ...

UCAR joins forces with universities, federal labs, government agencies, and private businesses to create scientific solutions to real-world problems, from helping utilities maximize their energy ...