Mukund Palat Rao
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Tree Rings Reveal Hurricane Impacts and Emerging Sea-Level Stress in Coastal Forests
New research suggests that trees largely recover from storms within two years, and that coastal trees may be stressed from sea-level rise.
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Rings of Time: Seeking Clues to the Future in Urban Timber
Lamont scientists are working with lumber salvage companies to preserve old timbers from demolished structures that offer rich clues to climate data and human history.
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How Climate Change Impacts Fall Foliage
Changing temperatures and precipitation can affect when the leaves change and how vibrant their colors blaze.
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Rooftop Camera Will Track How Local Forests Change With the Climate
Installed on top of Lamont’s oceanography building, PhenoCam will help track how trees grow and change with the weather, seasons, and climate change.
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