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A Snowman’s Toils Under the Sun
One morning, a tiny snowman appears, seated on a bench near the corner of 112th Street and Broadway in New York City. Let’s take a picture every time we go by. Maybe we will learn something.
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High-Resolution Data Products Help Illuminate Urbanization’s Reach
High-resolution data on impervious surfaces and urban extents can shed new light on patterns of urban and rural development.
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Beto O’Rourke Discusses Climate Change on Columbia Campus
At a Town Hall with students, the alum and former congressman stressed the importance of storytelling and bipartisan cooperation to develop climate solutions.
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New Initiative Will Study Conflict Mediators in Medellin, Colombia
The new initiative will explore the techniques that regular people use to de-escalate violence in their communities.
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In East Harlem, Community Gardens Provide More Than Food
A new study looks at how these green spaces impact gardeners and their communities.
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Study Finds Sewage Bacteria Lurking in Hudson River Sediments
A new study shows that fecal bacteria from sewage can persist in far greater quantities in near-shore sediments than in the water of the Hudson River.
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Elliott Sclar Named One of 2018’s ‘Responsible 100’
The award from City and State NY recognizes socially responsible executives, thought leaders, visionaries and influencers.
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Coming Soon To A City Near You: E-Scooters
Shared, dockless electric scooters have taken to the streets of cities across the U.S. Is New York City ground zero for the next e-scooter invasion?
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Urbanization is Cutting Off Life Support to NYC’s Wetlands
New study reveals surprising facts behind a shrinking wetland, and suggests remedies.
AGU25, the premier Earth and space science conference, takes place December 15-19, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. This year’s theme—Where Science Connects Us—puts in focus how science depends on connection, from the lab to the field to the ballot box. Once again, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory and Columbia Climate School scientists, experts, students, and educators are playing an active role, sharing our research and helping shape the future of our planet. #AGU25 Learn More
