Climate138
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Bronx High School Student is a Finalist in Intel Science Fair
Alexandria Ang, a former intern at Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, will present her scientific discoveries for a chance to win some major prizes.
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Translating Science into Action
How can science be used and transferred effectively by decision-makers? How can we manage scientific uncertainty? These are some of the questions tackled on Monday at the event, ‘Speaking Science to Power.’
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The Culture and History of Glaciers in the Alps
Why did Europe’s “cursed” glaciers begin retreating in the 1850’s even though the climate record suggests they should have advanced for another 50 years?
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What Helps Animals Adapt (or Not) to Climate Change?
As our climate changes, some animals seem to be able to adapt while others cannot. What makes adaptation possible? Can humans help it along?
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Toward Resilient Cities and Landscapes
The Center for Resilient Cities and Landscapes at GSAPP is dedicated to helping communities thrive in an age of climate uncertainty. Missed the launch event? Watch it here.
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Will Loss of Arctic Sea Ice Cause More ‘Snow on Ice’ in Greenland?
Scientists are collecting lake sediment, rock, water and plant samples to tease apart linkages between Arctic sea ice, atmospheric uptake, and changes in snowfall on the Greenland Ice Sheet.
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New Columbia World Project to Address Climate Risks to Food in Six Countries
The project will focus on climate threats to food and nutrition in six developing countries, bringing research out of the lab and into the real world.
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Photo Essay: The Re-Greening of Puerto Rico
Researchers survey the damage to Puerto Rico’s forests in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria.
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Climate Change and the Re-Greening of Puerto Rico
Ecologist Maria Uriarte investigates the effects of Hurricane Maria on the forests of Puerto Rico, and how long-term climate change may affect them.
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