Primary Convener:
Mario Bisi, United Kingdom Research and Innovation - Science & Technology Facilities Council

Convener:
Larisza Krista, University of Colorado at Boulder
Antti Pulkkinen, NASA/GSFC
Krista Hammond, Met Office

Chair:
Mario Bisi, United Kingdom Research and Innovation - Science & Technology Facilities Council
Antti Pulkkinen, NASA/GSFC

Space weather (SW) describes the dynamic conditions in the space environment between Sun and Earth that influence the performance/reliability of technologies in orbit and on the ground. Understanding, and accurate-prediction, of solar activity and its effects on the Earth's environment are crucial for protecting critical infrastructures. Severe SW events can cause significant economic and societal disruptions through damage to power grids, satellites, communication systems, etc... Ongoing research efforts advance our ability to monitor and forecast SW, providing lead times for implementing protective measures. Given our dependence on space-based and terrestrial technologies, continued investment in SW research and fostering collaboration among scientists/engineers/industry-stakeholders/governments are paramount. In this eleventh edition, we envisage a panel, and also welcome submissions around these efforts to ensure sustained SW research funding that is essential to enhance our resilience to SW threats, ensuring the reliable operation of technologies that are integral to our society and the global economy.

Index Terms
2199 General or miscellaneous
4305 Space weather
7599 General or miscellaneous
7999 General or miscellaneous

Cross-Listed:
NH - Natural Hazards
P - Planetary Sciences
SY - Science and Society
SA - SPA-Aeronomy

Neighborhoods:
4. Beyond Earth

Suggested Itineraries:
Space Weather