State of the Planet

News from the Columbia Climate School

Postdoctoral Research Fellows4

  • Life as an Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellow

    Life as an Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellow

    By Daniel Soto About this time a two years ago, I was preparing my own application to be an Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellow.  I am beginning my second year in the fellowship and would like to share my experience with anyone who is interested in the program. My work here at the Earth Institute explores…

  • Being an Earth Institute Fellow

    Being an Earth Institute Fellow

    By Elisabeth King As the applications for the 2011-2 Earth Institute (EI) Postdoctoral Fellows program are coming in, I have been asked by a number of people to describe the kind of research that I have had the chance to undertake during my time at EI.

Collage of Turkiye beach scene and Columbia University Campus with text: UN Climate Change Conference COP31, Antalya, Turkiye, Nov 9-20, 2026

COP31, the 2026 United Nations Climate Change Conference, aims to advance dialogue, strengthen consensus, and accelerate climate action on a global scale. From November 9–20, 2026 in Antalya, Türkiye, heads of state, ministers, scientists, business leaders, and civil society will gather to advance efforts in emission targets, climate finance, and adaptation and resilience. Once again, our experts, students, and global thought leaders from Columbia Climate School and across Columbia University are contributing to key events, sharing insights, and helping shape the dialogue toward ambitious, science-based solutions. Learn More

  • Life as an Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellow

    Life as an Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellow

    By Daniel Soto About this time a two years ago, I was preparing my own application to be an Earth Institute Postdoctoral Fellow.  I am beginning my second year in the fellowship and would like to share my experience with anyone who is interested in the program. My work here at the Earth Institute explores…

  • Being an Earth Institute Fellow

    Being an Earth Institute Fellow

    By Elisabeth King As the applications for the 2011-2 Earth Institute (EI) Postdoctoral Fellows program are coming in, I have been asked by a number of people to describe the kind of research that I have had the chance to undertake during my time at EI.