Social Science Extreme Events Research SSEER Virtual Forum - 2024 Tornadoes

Members of the Social Science Extreme Events Research (SSEER) network and potential collaborators joined a Virtual Forum in response to recent tornadoes that have affected the central, southern, and eastern United States. The forum was held on Tuesday, June 25, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Mountain Time.
During this forum, participants herd from those who are hoping to conduct or support social science-led, tornado-focused research. Specifically, we invited practicing meteorologists and other professionals from affected regions to join us to share their early observations regarding critical research needs. We were also eager to learn more from social scientists who are planning or who have already launched studies in response to the recent tornado outbreaks.
To support this research, we will provide an overview of our Call for Proposals for Tornado Ready Research and Data Publication. This call will fund tornado research and the publication of tornado-focused datasets and research instruments. We will prioritize proposals focused on places that house or serve socially marginalized populations, such as schools, nursing homes, correctional facilities, or manufactured homes. The program, which is supported by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, offers awards ranging from $1,250 to $15,000. Proposals will be accepted through August 9, 2024.