Center for Earth Surface System Dynamics
The Purpose of Center for Earth Surface System Dynamics（CESD）
The Center for Earth Surface System Dynamics (CESD) was established in 2010 following the merger of Ocean Research Institute and Center for Climate System Research into the Atmosphere and Ocean Research Institute. The four divisions of CESD will work to create a new frontier for studying the dynamics of the earth's surface system through development of innovative observation and modeling studies.
The MEXT-sponsored project "Construction of a cooperative platform for comprehensive under- standing of earth system variation "
At the CESD, our current focus is the MEXT-sponsored project “Construction of a cooperative platform for comprehensive under- standing of earth system variation." The project includes coupling of sophisticated computer simulation and direct observations to better understand climate, global change, and ecosystems. We also encourage collaborative studies with other institutions in Japan to
develop a common understanding of earth surface systems.
Research theme
Creating a new frontier for studying the dynamics of the earth's surface system through development of innovative observation and modeling studies.
