Charles S Jackson

Dr. Charles S. Jackson is solving complex problems in climate science as a Research Associate Professor at the Jackson School of Geosciences and the UT Institute for Geophysics. With a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago and a B.S. from Haverford College, Dr. Jackson has dedicated his career to understanding the intricacies of climate change, uncertainty quantification, and sea level rise. His work is pivotal in advancing our comprehension of how these factors interact and affect the Earth's climate system. At the heart of Dr. Jackson's research is the collaboration with scientists and statisticians to develop innovative tools for quantifying uncertainties in climate models and data. This interdisciplinary approach is essential for improving the accuracy and reliability of climate predictions, which are crucial for policy-making and environmental planning. By addressing the uncertainties inherent in climate modeling, Dr. Jackson's work helps to refine our understanding of future climate scenarios and their potential impacts. Dr. Jackson's research also delves into the dynamics of glacial cycles and extreme climate variability, particularly during the last glacial cycle. He examines the influence of the Laurentide ice sheet collapse, a significant event that reshaped the Earth's climate system. By modeling the climate system's response to changes in orbital geometry over time, Dr. Jackson seeks to unravel the complex interactions that drive climate variability and change. His investigations into the Laurentide ice sheet and its role in past climate events provide valuable insights into the mechanisms of sea level rise and the potential consequences of current climate trends. Dr. Jackson's work is instrumental in enhancing our understanding of how historical climate events can inform predictions of future climate behavior. Through his research, Dr. Jackson contributes to the broader field of climate science by addressing critical questions about the Earth's climate system and its response to natural and anthropogenic influences. His efforts to quantify and reduce uncertainties in climate models are vital for advancing scientific knowledge and informing strategies to mitigate the impacts of climate change.