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OSD - Special Issue

Mediterranean Ocean Forecasting System: toward environmental predictions - the results
Editor(s): N. Pinardi


Effects of the 2003 European heatwave on the Central Mediterranean Sea surface layer: a numerical simulation
A. Olita, R. Sorgente, A. Ribotti, S. Natale, and S. Gaberšek
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 85-125, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 5304 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 3 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  16 May 2006
The assessment of temperature and salinity sampling strategies in the Mediterranean Sea: idealized and real cases
F. Raicich
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 127-163, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 1274 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 4 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  16 May 2006
M3A system (2000–2005) – operation and maintenance
G. Petihakis, P. Drakopoulos, C. Nittis, V. Zervakis, C. Christodoulou, and C. Tziavos
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 165-198, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 1606 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 4 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  16 May 2006
The Sicily Channel Regional Model forecasting system: initial boundary conditions sensitivity and case study evaluation
S. Gaberšek, R. Sorgente, S. Natale, A. Ribotti, A. Olita, M. Astraldi, and M. Borghini
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 221-254, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 3783 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 6 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  17 May 2006
Implementation of position assimilation for ARGO floats in a realistic Mediterranean Sea OPA model and twin experiment testing
V. Taillandier and A. Griffa
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 255-289, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 2085 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 3 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  18 May 2006
Study of the combined effects of data assimilation and grid nesting in ocean models – application to the Gulf of Lions
L. Vandenbulcke, A. Barth, M. Rixen, A. Alvera-Azcárate, Z. Ben Bouallegue, and J. M. Beckers
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 291-318, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 5582 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 2 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  18 May 2006
Atmospheric forcing by ALADIN/MFSTEP and MFSTEP oriented tunings
R. Brožková, M. Derková, M. Belluš, and F. Farda
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 319-342, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 2847 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 3 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  24 May 2006
A nested circulation model for the North Aegean Sea
V. H. Kourafalou and K. P. Tsiaras
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 343-372, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 3175 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 2 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  30 May 2006
High-resolution nested model for the Lebanese coastal area, Eastern Mediterranean: implementation and climatological runs
N. Kabbara, R. Sorgente, S. Natale, D. R. Hayes, and G. Zodiatis
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 373-396, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 2436 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 4 Comments)   Publication in OS not foreseen


  08 Jun 2006
Operational coastal ocean forecasting in the Eastern Mediterranean: implementation and evaluation
G. Zodiatis, R. Lardner, D. R. Hayes, G. Georgiou, S. Sofianos, N. Skliris, and A. Lascaratos
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 397-434, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 5601 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 4 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  08 Jun 2006
Improved near real time surface wind resolution over the Mediterranean Sea
A. Bentamy, H.-L. Ayina, P. Queffeulou, and D. Croize-Fillon
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 435-470, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 1523 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 3 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  13 Jun 2006
Reduced-order optimal interpolation for biomass assimilation
G. Crispi, M. Pacciaroni, and D. Viezzoli
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 503-539, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 2774 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 4 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  19 Jun 2006
Transformation of Levantine Intermediate Water tracked by MedArgo floats in Western Mediterranean
M. Emelianov, J. Font, A. Turiel, J. Solé, P. Poulain, A. Julià, and M. R. Vitrià
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 569-584, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 1880 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 7 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  20 Jun 2006
Operational analysis of the circulation and shelf-slope exchanges in the continental margin of the northwestern Mediterranean
A. Jordi, G. Basterretxea, A. Orfila, and J. Tintoré
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 585-608, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 1141 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 4 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  21 Jun 2006
Central Mediterranean Sea forecast: effects of high-resolution atmospheric forcings
S. Natale, R. Sorgente, S. Gaberšek, A. Ribotti, and A. Olita
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 637-669, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 2557 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 3 Comments)   Publication in OS not foreseen


  28 Jun 2006
Assessment of the impact of TS assimilation from ARGO floats in the Mediterranean Sea
A. Griffa, A. Molcard, F. Raicich, and V. Rupolo
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 671-700, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 1035 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 3 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  04 Jul 2006
Modelling the cohesive sediment transport in the marine environment: the case of Thermaikos Gulf
Y. N. Krestenitis, K. D. Kombiadou, and Y. G. Savvidis
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 701-733, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 4617 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 2 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  05 Jul 2006
A fishery observing system for the collection of fishery and oceanographic data
P. Falco, A. Belardinelli, A. Santojanni, N. Cingolani, A. Russo, and E. Arneri
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 827-865, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 4737 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 3 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  13 Jul 2006
Design of an automatic multiple launcher for expendable probes
G. Zappalà, F. Reseghetti, and G. M. R. Manzella
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 997-1009, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 421 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 2 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  25 Jul 2006
Observing The Mediterranean Sea from space: 21 years of Pathfinder-AVHRR Sea Surface Temperatures (1985 to 2005). Re-analysis and validation
S. Marullo, B. Buongiorno Nardelli, M. Guarracino, and R. Santoleri
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 1191-1223, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 7739 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 2 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  08 Aug 2006
Nesting operational forecasting models in the Eastern Mediterranean: active and slave mode
S.S. Sofianos, N. Skliris, A. Mantziafou, A. Lascaratos, G. Zodiatis, R. Lardner, D. Hayes, and G. Georgiou
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 1225-1254, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 2241 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 4 Comments)   Publication in OS not foreseen


  08 Aug 2006
Modelling of the circulation in the Northwestern Mediterranean Sea with the Princeton Ocean Model
M. A. Ahumada and A. Cruzado
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 1255-1292, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 4704 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 4 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  09 Aug 2006
Eastern Mediterranean biogeochemical flux model: simulations of the pelagic ecosystem
G. Petihakis, G. Triantafyllou, G. Korres, A. Pollani, and I. Hoteit
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 1349-1398, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 2401 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 2 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  31 Aug 2006
The M3A multi-sensor buoy network of the Mediterranean Sea
K. Nittis, C. Tziavos, R. Bozzano, V. Cardin, Y. Thanos, G. Petihakis, M. E. Schiano, and F. Zanon
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 1399-1440, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 3018 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 3 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  31 Aug 2006
Improved quality check procedures of XBT profiles in MFS-VOS
F. Reseghetti, M. Borghini, and G. M. R. Manzella
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 1441-1480, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 2964 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 4 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  01 Sep 2006
Forecasting circulation in the Cilician Basin of the Levantine Sea
E. Özsoy and A. Sözer
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 1481-1514, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 2998 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 2 Comments)   Publication in OS not foreseen


  11 Sep 2006
Development of a new expendable probe for the study of pelagic ecosystems from Voluntary Observing Ships
M. Marcelli, A. Di Maio, D. Donis, U. Mainardi, and G. M. R. Manzella
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 1515-1541, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 3371 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 4 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  11 Sep 2006
Assimilation of ocean colour data into a Biochemical Flux Model of the Eastern Mediterranean Sea
G. Triantafyllou, G. Korres, I. Hoteit, G. Petihakis, and A. C. Banks
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 1569-1608, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 2243 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 3 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  21 Sep 2006
Integration of a relocatable ocean model in the Mediterranean Forecasting System
A. Russo and A. Coluccelli
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 1609-1621, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 2120 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 2 Comments)   Publication in OS not foreseen


  04 Oct 2006
The improvements of the Ships Of Opportunity Program in MFSTEP
G. M. R. Manzella, F. Reseghetti, G. Coppini, M. Borghini, A. Crusado, C. Galli, I. Gertman, T. Gervais, D. Hayes, C. Millot, E. Özsoy, C. Tziavos, Z. Velasquez, and G. Zodiatis
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 1717-1746, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 981 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 2 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  18 Oct 2006
Simulations of ARGO profilers and of surface floating objects: applications in MFSTEP
C. Pizzigalli and V. Rupolo
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 1747-1790, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 5628 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 5 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  20 Oct 2006
CAMCAT: an oil spill forecasting system for the Catalan-Balearic Sea based on the MFS products
E. Comerma, M. Espino, M. Salazar, F. Jerez, R. Madrigal, and A. S. Arcilla
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 1791-1823, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 661 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 2 Comments)   Publication in OS not foreseen


  24 Oct 2006
Assessment of the importance of the current-wave coupling in the shelf ocean forecasts
G. Jordà, R. Bolaños, M. Espino, and A. Sánchez-Arcilla
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 1825-1870, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 1947 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 2 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  25 Oct 2006
MEDARGO: A drifting profiler program in the Mediterranean Sea
P.-M. Poulain, R. Barbanti, J. Font, A. Cruzado, C. Millot, I. Gertman, A. Griffa, A. Molcard, V. Rupolo, S. Le Bras, and L. Petit de la Villeon
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 1901-1943, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 14992 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 4 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  03 Nov 2006
Validation and intercomparison of two vertical-mixing schemes in the Mediterranean Sea
V. Fernández, L. Umlauf, S. Dobricic, H. Burchard, and N. Pinardi
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 1945-1976, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 16186 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 4 Comments)   Publication in OS not foreseen


  08 Nov 2006
Daily oceanographic analyses by the Mediterranean basin scale assimilation system
S. Dobricic, N. Pinardi, M. Adani, M. Tonani, C. Fratianni, A. Bonazzi, and V. Fernandez
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 1977-1998, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 787 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 4 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  22 Nov 2006
Assessment of one year of high-resolution operational forecasts for the southeastern Mediterranean shelf region in the MFSTEP project
S. Brenner, A. Murashkovsky, and I. Gertman
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 2059-2085, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 762 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 2 Comments)   Publication in OS not foreseen


  18 Dec 2006
Operational ocean models in the Adriatic Sea: a skill assessment
J. Chiggiato and P. Oddo
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 3, 2087-2116, 2006
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 724 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 6 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  21 Dec 2006
Empirical reconstruction of salinity from temperature profiles with phenomenological constraints
F. Reseghetti
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 4, 1-39, 2007
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 7035 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 4 Comments)   Publication in OS not foreseen


  03 Jan 2007
"Scale oriented" embedded modeling of the North-Western Mediterranean in the frame of MFSTEP
C. Estournel, F. Auclair, M. Lux, C. Nguyen, and P. Marsaleix
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 4, 145-187, 2007
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 2233 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 3 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  12 Feb 2007
Forecast and analysis assessment through skill scores
M. Tonani, N. Pinardi, C. Fratianni, and S. Dobricic
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 4, 189-212, 2007
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 862 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 6 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  22 Feb 2007
A high resolution free surface model of the Mediterranean Sea
M. Tonani, N. Pinardi, S. Dobricic, I. Pujol, and C. Fratianni
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 4, 213-244, 2007
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 1804 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 4 Comments)   Final Revised Paper (OS)


  26 Feb 2007
Altimetric sampling and mapping procedures induce spatial and temporal aliasing of the signal – characteristics of these aliasing effects in the Mediterranean Sea
M.-I. Pujol, G. Larnicol, G. Dibarboure, and F. Briol
Ocean Sci. Discuss., 4, 571-622, 2007
Abstract   Discussion Paper (PDF, 16252 KB)   Interactive Discussion (Closed, 4 Comments)   Publication in OS not foreseen


  17 Jul 2007
 

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