An author correction has been issued by Nature for a research article titled "Anthropogenic influences on major tropical cyclone events," initially published online on November 14, 2018. The correction addresses an error in the surname of author Christina M. Patricola-DiRosario, which originally appeared as "Patricola." The correction has been implemented in both the HTML and PDF versions of the article.

The affected research, authored by Christina M. Patricola-DiRosario and Michael F. Wehner, both affiliated with the Climate and Ecosystem Sciences Division and the Computational Research Division at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, explores the impact of human activities on significant tropical cyclone events. The study utilizes climate and Earth system modeling to project and predict these influences.

Tropical cyclones, also known as hurricanes or typhoons depending on the region, are powerful rotating storms that form over warm ocean waters. Understanding the role of anthropogenic, or human-caused, factors in their intensity and frequency is crucial for climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies. Climate models are complex computer programs that simulate the Earth's climate system, allowing scientists to project future climate scenarios based on different levels of greenhouse gas emissions. These models are essential tools for assessing the potential impacts of climate change on extreme weather events like tropical cyclones.

The correction does not alter the findings or conclusions of the original research. It solely rectifies a factual error in the author's name. According to Nature's editorial standards, corrections are issued to ensure the accuracy and integrity of published scientific literature. This is particularly important in fields like climate science, where research findings inform policy decisions and public understanding.

The corrected article is now available on the Nature website. Researchers and policymakers relying on this study should ensure they are referencing the updated version. The original article can be found with the DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-018-0673-2. The corresponding author for the article is Christina M. Patricola-DiRosario.