Prize-winning research co-authored by ESSIC scientist identifies a major shift in ocean chemistry Shell builders like coral reefs are at immediate risk due to the
A mangrove “ghost forest” resulting from Hurricane Irma in 2017. Photo by Cheryl Doughty. University of Maryland researchers are uncovering the climate benefits of southern
The ocean plays a critical role in stabilizing Earth’s climate. As the planet’s largest active carbon sink, it absorbs about 25% of global carbon dioxide
Lars Peter Riishojgaard gives the Introduction to the Climate Resilience Network. Photo by Cazzy Medley. On January 20-21, University of Maryland’s Earth System Science Interdisciplinary
Wildfires are a growing threat to the global population. As temperatures rise, rainfall patterns shift, and the landscape is modified, fires are becoming more difficult
The Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Science (AOSC) has announced the appointment of Lars Peter Riishojgaard as a Full Professor. Riishojgaard has been the Director
Zhanqing Li has been awarded the AGU John Tyndall History of Global Environmental Change Lectureship for his exceptional contributions to advancing atmospheric, environmental, and global
Distinguished University Professor Zhanqing Li is to receive the Verner E. Suomi Technology Medal, one of the most prestigious awards bestowed by the American Meteorological
Every gardener knows that the moisture of their soil is key to a rich harvest. But for Earth system scientists, soil moisture can be even
He joins 469 other scientists, engineers and innovators who received the distinguished lifetime honor within the scientific community this year. Xin-Zhong Liang was recently named