Speaker
Mr
Renier Hough
(North-West University)
Description
In this research project, aspects of the cosmoclimatology theory are tested for a South African context. It has been suggested that cosmic rays may contribute to the production of condensation nuclei that are needed for cloud formation. To test this, since cloud production could have an effect on temperature, rainfall, and hours of daily sunlight, the periodicities in these locally measured quantities are analyzed. These periodicities are compared to those found in sunspot numbers, local neutron monitor counts, and total solar irradiance, as indicators of space weather and the solar cycle. Lastly, it is determined whether a linear correlation exists between these climate and space weather indicators. This should provide some estimate of the importance of space weather in changes of local climate conditions.
Level for award<br> (Hons, MSc, <br> PhD, N/A)?
Hons
Would you like to <br> submit a short paper <br> for the Conference <br> Proceedings (Yes / No)?
No
Main supervisor (name and email)<br>and his / her institution
Dr. R.D. Strauss
dutoit.strauss@gmail.com
North-West University
Apply to be<br> considered for a student <br> award (Yes / No)?
Yes
Primary author
Mr
Renier Hough
(North-West University)
Co-authors
Dr
Du Toit Strauss
(Centre for Space Research, North-West University)
Mr
Phillip Prinsloo
(North-west University)
