Towards resolving challenges associated with climate change modelling in Africa
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Oluwagbemi, O., Hamutoko, J.T., Fotso-Nguemo, T.C., Lokonon, B.O.K., Emebo, O. and Kirsten, K.L. 2022. Towards resolving challenges associated with climate change modelling in Africa. Applied Sciences. 12 (14). https://doi.org/10.3390/app12147107
Type | Article |
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Title | Towards resolving challenges associated with climate change modelling in Africa |
Authors | Oluwagbemi, O., Hamutoko, J.T., Fotso-Nguemo, T.C., Lokonon, B.O.K., Emebo, O. and Kirsten, K.L. |
Abstract | Climate change is a significant concern impacting food security, agricultural reform, disease transmission, and disruption to human, plant, and animal ecosystems, along with a host of additional consequences, ultimately affecting the quality of life and the livelihoods of the global population. African-based research aims to better understand the impact of climate change on nature and on different aspects of humanity, as well as improve forecasting for greater economic potential. However, researchers often encounter various challenges and obstacles. Here, we conducted a bibliographic analysis and interpretation of relevant climate change peer-reviewed research articles related to the African continent. From this analysis, challenges associated with climate change modelling in Africa were identified. Primarily, the lack of an extensive observational network and technological limitations hinder modelling efforts. Additionally, an apparent pull of scientists away from African institutions to institutions further afield was observed. Novel solutions to these challenges are proffered. Finally, we highlight how the German Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD) Climate Research for Alumni and Postdocs in Africa (climapAfrica) program is contributing towards resolving these challenges. |
Keywords | climate change modelling; challenges; Africa; solutions; Climate Research for Alumni and Postdocs in Africa (climapAfrica) |
Sustainable Development Goals | 11 Sustainable cities and communities |
3 Good health and well-being | |
Middlesex University Theme | Sustainability |
Health & Wellbeing | |
Publisher | MDPI AG |
Journal | Applied Sciences |
ISSN | |
Electronic | 2076-3417 |
Publication dates | |
Online | 14 Jul 2022 |
02 Jul 2022 | |
Publication process dates | |
Submitted | 05 Jun 2022 |
Accepted | 09 Jul 2022 |
Deposited | 11 Apr 2024 |
Output status | Published |
Publisher's version | License File Access Level Open |
Copyright Statement | © 2022 by the authors. Licensee MDPI, Basel, Switzerland. This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.3390/app12147107 |
Web of Science identifier | WOS:000833251500001 |
Related Output | |
Is supplemented by | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/12/14/7107#app1-applsci-12-07107 |
Language | English |
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