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American Geophysical Union 2018: Key Events From the Earth Institute
The American Geophysical Union fall meeting takes place Dec. 10-14 in Washington, D.C. Here is a guide to key talks and other events from Columbia’s Earth Institute.
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The Midterm Elections and Environmental Protection
Tuesday’s election could be key in deciding federal environmental protection moving forward.
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Last Chance to Apply to the 2019 Interdisciplinary Postdoc Program
If you’re a postdoc interested in sustainable development, apply by October 31.
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9 Awesome Exhibits from the 2018 Lamont Open House
This annual celebration consists of talks by Lamont’s world-renowned experts as well as dozens of hands-on activities and experiments for kids to learn about how our planet works.
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Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Designated a Clean Air Campus
The award from the New York State Department of Transportation recognizes Lamont’s electric shuttle buses, bike-friendly engineering, and more.
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Navigating Political Polarization in Times of Crisis: Lessons from the Difficult Conversations Lab
AC4’s Peter T. Coleman weighs in on how we can do a better job at talking about hot topics like climate change, immigration, and Trump.
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Global Perspectives on the UN’s Global Pact for the Environment
Legal experts from around the world weigh in on a UN resolution that aims to codify a human right to the environment in international law.
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CIESIN seeks GIS Interns
Detail-oriented students interested in GIS data exploration, analysis, and documentation can apply by September 24.

On Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 10am to 4pm, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Open House—our biggest, best science fun and discovery event of the year—will take place on our beautiful campus in Palisades, NY. Mark your calendar and join us for this free, family-friendly celebration of science! RSVP Today!

