Open Skies is a series of short podcasts interviewing students, alumni and staff at the Open University about their work in weather and climate. <br /> Produced by the Open University Weather & Climate Club, these podcasts are a student exercise to learn valuable skills and they are also a chance to share with you some of the active research interests in weather and climate at the Open University, and how you can get started learning more about these topics yourself.
Open Skies
Claim This Podcastby OU Weather and Climate Club
2 episodes
Updated Weekly
Accepts GuestsHas SponsorsLocation 🇬🇧
Podcast Overview
Open Skies is a series of short podcasts interviewing students, alumni and staff at the Open University about their work in weather and climate. <br /> Produced by the Open University Weather & Climate Club, these podcasts are a student exercise to learn valuable skills and they are also a chance to share with you some of the active research interests in weather and climate at the Open University, and how you can get started learning more about these topics yourself.
Language
🇺🇲
Publishing Since
9/25/2024
2 verified contact emails on file for Open Skies
Pitch yourself as a guest, propose sponsorships, or reach out directly to the host.
Recent Episodes
September 25, 2024
Fractals with Andy Brighouse
<p>In this episode of Open Skies, we chat with Andy Brighouse, a recent MSc Mathematics graduate from The Open University, about the fascinating world of fractals and their applications in mathematics, weather, and climate. We explore the definitions of fractals, their properties, and how they can be used as tools for measurement, interpolation, and prediction. Andy shares his experiences with fractals during his research on tundra lakes and the opportunities he had to explore some of these topics in his MSc degree.</p> <p> </p> <p>Chapters:</p> <p>00:00 Getting into Fractals</p> <p>05:00 Understanding Fractals: Definitions and Examples</p> <p>11:00 Fractal Dimensions: Measurement and Application</p> <p>15:50 Fractals in Data Interpolation and Inverse Problems</p> <p>27:24 What’s next: Fractal Geometry and Dynamical Systems</p> <p>30:00 Learning Maths is a bit Fractal</p> <p> </p> <p>We hope you’ve enjoyed this episode of Open Skies!</p> <p>For all our club contact and joining links:</p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/ouweatherandclimateclub">https://linktr.ee/ouweatherandclimateclub</a></p> <p> </p> <p>For Andy’s OpenInterval piece describing his placement on the research bursary scheme:</p> <p><a href="https://www3.open.ac.uk/documents/8/uh23081159293810.pdf">https://www3.open.ac.uk/documents/8/uh23081159293810.pdf</a></p> <p>Student research bursaries:</p> <p><a href="https://www5.open.ac.uk/stem/mathematics-and-statistics/research/student-research-bursaries">Student research bursaries | School of Mathematics and Statistics</a></p> <p>Mathematics Postgraduate OU Cafe:</p> <p><a href="https://learn2.open.ac.uk/mod/forumng/view.php?id=1379608">https://learn2.open.ac.uk/mod/forumng/view.php?id=1379608</a></p> <p> </p> <p>Explore Further:</p> <p><br></p> <p>On the fractal properties of drifting trails of smoke<em>:</em></p> <p><em>Fractal Geometry of Isoconcentration Surfaces in a Smoke Plume</em></p> <p>Alexander A. Praskovsky, Walter F. Dabberdt, Eleanor A. Praskovskaya, Walter G. Hoydysh, and Oleh Holynskyj</p> <p> </p> <p>Understanding Julia and Mandelbrot sets<em>:</em></p> <p><a href="https://www.karlsims.com/julia.html">https://www.karlsims.com/julia.html</a></p> <p> </p> <p><em>Fractal Interpolation in Context</em>: Paper on optimising time series predictions using fractal interpolation:</p> <p><em>Fractal interpolation in the context of prediction accuracy optimization</em> </p> <p>Alexandra Baicoianu, <a href="https://arxiv.org/search/cs?searchtype=author&query=Gavril%C4%83,+C+G">Cristina Gabriela Gavrilă</a>, <a href="https://arxiv.org/search/cs?searchtype=author&query=Pacurar,+C+M">Cristina Maria Pacurar</a>, <a href="https://arxiv.org/search/cs?searchtype=author&query=Pacurar,+V+D">Victor Dan Pacurar</a></p> <p><a href="https://arxiv.org/abs/2403.00403">arXiv:2403.00403</a></p> <p> </p> <p>Kac, M. (1966) ‘Can One Hear the Shape of a Drum?’, <em>The American mathematical monthly</em>, 73(4), pp. 1-. Available at: https://doi.org/10.2307/2313748.</p> <p>OU Library access link: https://library-search.open.ac.uk/permalink/44OPN_INST/j6vapu/cdi_crossref_primary_10_2307_2313748</p> <p> </p> <p><em>Fractals and Chaos: An illustrated Course</em></p> <p>Paul S Addison, 1997</p> <p>Full text available via the OU Library: https://library-search.open.ac.uk/permalink/44OPN_INST/j6vapu/cdi_informaworld_taylorfrancisbooks_9780849384431</p>
September 25, 2024
Climate Psychology with Dr Evangelos Ntontis
<p>In this episode of Open Skies, we talk to Dr. Evangelos Ntontis, a Lecturer in Social Psychology at The Open University, about climate psychology and its applications. He explains how his background in discourse analysis has helped him explore the framing of climate change discussions and the importance of considering the environment and societal factors in understanding human behaviour related to climate change. <br>Dr Ntontis highlights how you can explore these topics further in a new OpenLearn course and the OU module D110: <em>Exploring psychological worlds.</em></p> <p><br></p> <p>Chapters:</p> <p>00:00 Introductions </p> <p>03:29 Discourse Analysis and Qualitative Research Methods</p> <p>07:00 D110 and the psychology of climate change denialism</p> <p>8:22 Exploring Climate Psychology: The OpenLearn Module</p> <p>15:08 Researching stressors as a climate change impact</p> <p>21:43 The interaction of inequality and climate change impacts</p> <p><br></p> <p>We hope you’ve enjoyed this episode of Open Skies!</p> <p>For all our club contact and joining links:</p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/ouweatherandclimateclub">https://linktr.ee/ouweatherandclimateclub</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>Explore Further:</p> <p>Studying Psychology at The Open University</p> <p>https://www.open.ac.uk/courses/psychology</p> <p> </p> <p>D110: <em>Exploring psychological worlds: thinking, feeling, doing</em></p> <p>https://www.open.ac.uk/courses/modules/d110</p> <p> </p> <p>OpenLearn: Introducing Climate Psychology</p> <p>https://www.open.edu/openlearn/health-sports-psychology/introducing-climate-psychology-facing-the-climate-crisis</p>
2 total episodes available
Deep-dive analytics for Open Skies
Frequently asked questions
Have a different question and can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our support team by sending us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
- What is Open Skies?
- How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates weekly.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
Legal Disclaimer
Pod Engine is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with any of the podcasts displayed on this platform. We operate independently as a podcast discovery and analytics service.
All podcast artwork, thumbnails, and content displayed on this page are the property of their respective owners and are protected by applicable copyright laws. This includes, but is not limited to, podcast cover art, episode artwork, show descriptions, episode titles, transcripts, audio snippets, and any other content originating from the podcast creators or their licensors.
We display this content under fair use principles and/or implied license for the purpose of podcast discovery, information, and commentary. We make no claim of ownership over any podcast content, artwork, or related materials shown on this platform. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
While we strive to ensure all content usage is properly authorized, if you are a rights holder and believe your content is being used inappropriately or without proper authorization, please contact us immediately at hey@podengine.ai for prompt review and appropriate action, which may include content removal or proper attribution.
By accessing and using this platform, you acknowledge and agree to respect all applicable copyright laws and intellectual property rights of content owners. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of the content displayed on this platform is strictly prohibited.