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  • The Intersection of Climate Science and Hope: A Personal Story

    The Intersection of Climate Science and Hope: A Personal Story

    A man from Mali explains why he spent his summer working with Columbia’s Center for International Earth Science Information Network.

  • A Life Well Mapped

    A Life Well Mapped

    Mark Becker believed in the power of geospatial data and analysis to motivate our stewardship of the environment and guide development of sustainable approaches that balance human and environmental needs.

Blue banner with kids and Earth photos. Text: "Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Open House, Saturday, October 17, 2026, 10am-4pm.

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!

  • The Intersection of Climate Science and Hope: A Personal Story

    The Intersection of Climate Science and Hope: A Personal Story

    A man from Mali explains why he spent his summer working with Columbia’s Center for International Earth Science Information Network.

  • A Life Well Mapped

    A Life Well Mapped

    Mark Becker believed in the power of geospatial data and analysis to motivate our stewardship of the environment and guide development of sustainable approaches that balance human and environmental needs.