Dr. Hongmei Li

My primary research interest lies in enhancing predictions related to the global carbon cycle by uncovering the underlying mechanisms that include variability and predictability within the Earth system.

I work towards improving near-term predictions of the global carbon cycle and climate changes by initializing Earth system models with observations and enhancing the understanding and representation of carbon-climate feedbacks through large ensemble simulations and high-resolution modeling.

Furthermore, I pursue integration of model simulations and observational data with statistical and machine learning methodologies to deepen our understanding and further constrain uncertainties of predictions and projections of future trends in the carbon cycle, climate dynamics, and extreme events.