CPAESS - Cooperative Programs for the Advancement of Earth System Science

"Even the unexpected was adequately planned for! ..."

"I can't tell you all how great it is to work with you! I wish every meeting I planned had such fantastic (and fun) support."

"The professional staff at CPAESS has made it their business to understand every aspect of program management relevant to investments in scientific research."

"The structure of this program is wonderful. The Summer institute has a lasting impact on the fellows, through the connections that they make..."

"They know exactly what they are doing and are therefore quite relaxed but at the same time in full control."

"The WCRP community is indeed fortunate to have the skills of such a talented group of individuals available for such critical events."

"The CPAESS administration has greatly facilitated my research work. I appreciate the superior service and timely help from all the staff."

"The UCAR VSP staff facilitated me taking some time away from my research in order to teach an undergraduate class for one semester."

"I had an absolutely amazing time as a NOAA fellow – a really life-changing experience that has set me up for a career in science."

"I have found this very valuable for building a diverse new skill set and professional relationships. CPAESS was an excellent administrator of this fellowship." 

"Your staff did an exemplary job in all aspects of coordination. This meeting was one of the rare instances that I did not hear a single complaint regarding organization."

"I only wish every administration was as responsive, proactive, and pleasant as the people I've interacted with at CPAESS."

"The fellowship program is valuable because it provides hosts an opportunity to work with excellent young scientists without a lot of administrative burden."

"Postdoctoral fellows of the caliber supported by this program are of colossal value to the intellectual energy of any lab ..."

"By allowing me to extend my fellowship due to the maternity leave..., UCAR made it possible for me to balance my personal commitments and professional goals."

"I have only good words to say about CPAESS. Everyone is prompt and courteous in helping. I really appreciate the policy from UCAR that allows postdocs to be co-PIs on grant proposals."

 "It was so nice having you there to manage the logistics so we could focus on other things."

"I think this is the most successful postdoc fellowship program out there."