Dr. Chester Koblinsky
Director, Climate Program Office
Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

As Director of NOAA's Climate Program Office and leader of NOAA's climate mission, Dr. Koblinsky oversees the development of NOAA's climate activities and manages the execution of its competitive research programs. NOAA's climate mission is to "Understand climate variability and change to enhance society's ability to plan and respond." Dr. Koblinsky joined NOAA in 2003 after a 25-year career as a research scientist and manager at NASA and the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. He has published over 90 scientific papers and lead the development of research satellite missions. He is a recipient of NASA's Medal for Exceptional Scientific Achievement.