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Ancient Eggshell Fragments Crack Giant Elephant Bird’s Life Secrets
In a region where skeletal fossils are poorly preserved, old eggshells are opening a window into the evolution, diet and distribution of Madagascar’s extinct birds.
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Cataloging the Past for Clues to Future Climate Adaptation
A Q&A with archaeologist and anthropologist Kristina Douglass, who studies the evolving relationships between people and the environment.
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Columbia Climate School Announces First Faculty Hire
Archaeologist and anthropologist Kristina Douglass joins faculty from many centers and departments already teaching at the Climate School.

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!
