Nebraska researchers to lead drone-based study of storms
September 9, 2018
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Researchers at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln are planning to lead the largest drone-based study of tornadoes and severe storms ever conducted.
More than 50 scientists and students from four universities will participate during the 2019 and 2020 storm seasons. The project has received a $2.5 million in support from the National Science Foundation and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
University officials say the study is the largest of its kind, based on the geographical area covered and the number of drones and other assets deployed.
The University...
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