CPAESS - Cooperative Programs for the Advancement of Earth System Science

"The CPAESS staff have been exceptionally accomodating throughout the process of the application and award...Each of my interactions was pleasant and enjoyable."

"CPAESS staff was more than pleasant when dealing with the 220+ scientists we had at the meeting.  They were prepared and there were no glitches."

"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."

"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 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."

"... JOSS (now CPAESS) brought a level of expertise and experience in planning these kinds of scientific investigators meetings that was superb."

"The NOAA C&GC fellowship has been crucial in allowing me to pursue a career in atmospheric chemistry..."

"The academic freedom provided by this program is of utmost importance for an early career scientist."

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

"The C&GC fellowship experience has been very productive and rewarding. I have learned a lot in terms of research, teaching, & applying for faculty positions."

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

"The mentoring I received has been very stimulating and intellectually challenging. I was very impressed with the responsiveness of the CPAESS office during my fellowship."

"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."

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

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

"...it’s just a pleasure to have a project where there is a target date, inevitable small hassles and changes, and yet the end result is that everything gets done, it’s perfectly workable, on time..."

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