Forbush-like shielding of Solar Energetic Particles

Authors: Christopher Light (NASA-CCMC)

In studying Solar Energetic Particles (SEPs), we often focus on the issue of acceleration, but the process of particle transport to the area of interest is also important in defining the time profile and intensity of an SEP event.  We will show evidence of Forbush-like shielding of SEPs, highlighting the importance of considering heliospheric conditions and particle transport when forecasting SEPs.