Marty Ralph

Marty Ralph, a weather enthusiast, environmental advocate, and educator in the Western U.S., focuses on enhancing weather and water forecasts, especially for extreme events.

He led a NOAA Research group dedicated to understanding weather prediction challenges in the Western U.S., contributing to the development of NOAA's Hydrometeorological Testbed.

Ralph established the Center for Western Weather and Water Extremes (CW3E) at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UCSD, fostering collaboration among scientists and engineers to address weather and water challenges.

His research on atmospheric rivers (AR) and forecasting methods has significantly impacted water management strategies in the region.

As a versatile professional, Ralph has authored over 100 scientific papers, led field experiments like 'CalWater,' improved reservoir operation forecasts, and influenced global focus on atmospheric rivers.

Apart from managing projects and budgets, he has advised policy makers, graduate students, and postdocs, demonstrating his wide-ranging expertise and leadership capabilities.

With a PhD in Atmospheric Sciences from UCLA and a BS in Meteorology from the University of Arizona, Ralph brings a strong academic background to his roles as the Director of CW3E and his past positions at NOAA.

Committed to diversity, personal development, and fostering sustainable organizational cultures, Ralph welcomes new challenges and collaborations in line with his passion for weather and water research.