History of Meteorology and Physical Oceanography Special Interest Group

Formed in 1983 and currently with 90 members, the Special Interest Group for the History of Meteorology and Physical Oceanography (History Group) encourages the study of the history and heritage of meteorology and physical oceanography. It provides a forum for discussion of all aspects of the history of meteorology and physical oceanography, co-operates with similar institutions and publishes a regular newsletter for all members. Throughout the year the group arranges meetings (half day, full day and weekend), arranges visits to places of interest and publishes monographs online on the Society’s website. Furthermore, the group records interviews with distinguished meteorologists and oceanographers, raises awareness of the latest papers, books and other publications concerned with the history of meteorology and physical oceanography and recognises outstanding contributions to the study of the history of meteorology or physical oceanography by the award of the Jehuda Neumann Memorial Prize biennially. The membership subscription is £5 per year.