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Samantha J. A. Hall, BA(Hons.) |
sam @ ijmet.org |
Editor |
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| Samantha has been interested in
weather from watching documentaries on the television as a teenager.
After the movie 'Twister', she realised people actually studied and chased
storms and wanted to 'have a go' for herself! After joining TORRO in 2004,
her
enthusiasm grew to an obsession and she is now passionate about
everything to do with meteorology. An English Language Bachelor of
Honours degree from Lancaster has helped her in her Editorial work for the IJMet (Assistant Editor in September, 2005; Sub-Editor - February, 2006
and currently Editor and Manager) and also her Secretary work for TORRO.
"At 23, I
feel I am extremely lucky and privileged to be able to work in the field of
meteorology especially for such a prestigious Journal as the IJMet.
I enjoy storm chasing in my spare time (when there are storms!), am a
member of the RSPB, and enjoy photography, singing and relaxing with my friends."
Samantha has recently been elected Associate Fellow to
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| Laura Gilchrist, BSc(Hons.) |
laura @ ijmet.org |
Editorial Assistant |
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Laura has been
Picture Editor for the Journal since the beginning of 2005 her professional, yet
approachable manner towards the photographers and their pictures was an
integral part to the Journal becoming International. She helped lead the
way forward to make the Journal more balanced and more interactive for
the readers and contributors. She has successfully lead the Photographic
competitions in the past and will continue to do so in the future. Laura
has been promoted to Editorial Assistant for the September relaunch -
her expertise and passion for meteorology leaks into her work for the
Journal and her ideas and enthusiasm will be invaluable.
"My interest in the weather began at a young age, and led me to
study a BSc (Hons) degree in Meteorology at the University of
Reading. Severe storms are a particular favourite of mine, so whilst
at Reading I became a member of TORRO. My hobbies today include
weather photography and storm chasing; the latter is undertaken here
in the UK, when meteorological and traffic conditions allow! I was
thrilled to be appointed Photo Editor for the Journal, and am now
honoured to continue my involvement as Editorial Assistant."
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| Paul Domaille |
paul @ ijmet.org |
Editorial Assistant/ Media Reviewer |
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| Paul's excellent
reviews on severe weather DVDs have been a huge success since the New
Year. An Executive for TORRO, Paul has great initiative and many
wonderful ideas for moving the organisation forward and is currently
organising the very first, annual Film Festival at the TORRO conference
in the autumn (open to everyone). Paul was then an obvious choice for
the Editor to ask to come on board as an Editorial Assistant and became
the first of three. His commitment, dedication and drive for the Journal
is second to none.
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| Sandra Spillane, BSc |
sandra @ ijmet.org |
Editorial Assistant |
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Sandra was the
third person to join the Editorial team. Her accuracy and excellent
proofreading skills are imperative to ensure all papers are published to
a professional and perfect standard. Living in Ireland, she is able to
carry out her work for the Journal via email to an unbelievably high
standard. Sandra is an absolute asset to the team and we are
immensely proud to have her on-board.
For the past few years, Sandra's interest in weather and
meteorology has steadily increased. Her interest began with the
completion of a BSc in Applied Sciences after which a PhD in
Applied Mathematics/Fluid Dynamics further developed her
numerical modelling techniques. Sandra is due to finish this
year all being well.
"An occupational aim of mine is to branch into weather
numerical modelling. TORRO membership is a continuous source of
interesting information from wonderfully enthusiastic people. My
role as Editorial Assistant for the International Journal of
Meteorology has already broadened my knowledge and I look
forward to working for the Journal in the future."
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| Howard Kirby BSc(Hons.) |
howard @ ijmet.org |
Photograph Editor |
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Howard has a
BSc (Hons.) Environmental Earth Sciences degree from the University of
Wales, Aberystwyth, and joined the team in September 2006. Howard is
also a member of TORRO, always found in the photography section of the
forum, with his excellent weather/scenic photos. Howard loves a good
sunset and several of his pictures have made it into the IJMet in the
past. His excellence in the field of weather photography is of the
highest ilk. The Journal is so proud to have him on-board for the new
exciting photographic sections to come.
"I've had a lifelong fascination with the weather
which has led me to watch, study and photograph it. I love a good weather photo
and I am rarely without my camera. I feel proud to be part of the IJMet
editorial team."
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| Miranda Jose |
miranda @ ijmet.org |
Advertising Manager |
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| With Miranda's
extensive knowledge of the advertising world, IJMet is proud to welcome
her as the newest member of the team and we all have immense confidence
in her capabilities. This begins IJMet's new chapter in developing and
expanding our audience furthering our aim of disseminating invaluable
severe weather research. Miranda has had an interest in the weather
and the awesome power of mother nature for as long as she can remember.
Married with a teenage daughter, storm chasing is top on her wish list
but with work and family commitments this just hasn't happened... yet!!
Miranda worked in the world of advertising and publishing for over 18
years and has a Diploma in Advertising and Marketing. She has worked on
both local and national consumer interest and business publications and
hopes her extensive knowledge of publishing and enthusiasm for the
magazine will help IJMet to expand even further.
"My lifelong interest in severe weather is amateur but I am hoping
to expand my knowledge while working on the IJMet. I'm hoping 2008 will
be the year I get my first real chase under my belt! I feel honoured and
privileged to be working on IJMet with Sam and the team and I cannot
wait to get started!!"
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| Matthew R. Clark |
matthew @ ijmet.org |
Feature Writer |
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Matt has been interested in weather
since an early age, the interest growing
from a particular fascination with all kinds of severe or disruptive
weather,
including snow storms, thunderstorms and gales. Matt decided to pursue
his
interest further by studying meteorology at the University of Reading. A
year
of study abroad at the University of Oklahoma enabled Matt to experience
first hand some US-style severe weather and this, together with the
opportunity for in-depth study of thunderstorms at Oklahoma University,
acted to strengthen his fascination for all things thunderstorm-related.
Matt's wealth of knowledge and access to excellent resources will prove
to
be an absolute asset to the IJMet.
"I joined TORRO in Spring 2006
and I joined the IJMet team, officially, as a
Feature Writer from September 2006. In my spare time I enjoy
playing
the piano, photography (in particular severe weather and landscape
scenes) and hiking."
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IJMet Editorial Office,
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Miss
Samantha J. Chatterton
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Prof.
Terence Meaden - our founding Editor Terence
continues to offer complete support to the Journal
32 years on - we are all immensely proud to have Terence on the team.
From humble, small beginnings, Terence founded the
Journal and TORRO from scratch and
directed and edited the Journal for 27 great years. A real testimony to
his commitment and drive to the severe weather community working day in
day out on a voluntary basis for the good of mankind. We are very very
honoured to have your continued friendship and loyalty, Terence.
Dedicated and proud, we thank Terence for all his
contributions and support, in the past, present and future as we
continue to deliver severe weather documentation to hundreds of readers
worldwide, all thanks to our founding Editor. |
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