His research involves the study of the meteorology and climate of both polar regions using regional climate models and numerical weather prediction models, in-situ and remotely sensed observations, and various data analysis techniques. Dr. Cassano’s main areas of active research include regional climate modeling and model development, autonomous atmospheric observations, and analysis of coupled climate system processes. He is a member of the Academies’ Polar Research Board, and has been active in numerous SCAR-related activities, including the recent SCAR Horizon Scan. He received his Ph.D. from the University of Wyoming.