ESSIC Celebrates Maryland Day 2026
April 28, 2026
On April 25, Earth System Science Interdisciplinary Center (ESSIC) participated in Maryland Day, the University of Maryland’s annual open house event. This marked the 28th
Features and Press Releases
Rainfall Patterns are Changing – So Are Plants
April 22, 2026
Around the world, rain is falling less often but coming down harder. Plants are responding. For the past several years, ESSIC Scientist Andrew Feldman
Oceans Are Becoming Too Acidic and Have Crossed a Dangerous Threshold, Study Finds
April 21, 2026
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
University of Maryland Study Shows Wetlands’ Growing Role in Carbon Removal
February 24, 2026
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
Introducing the First Ocean Carbonate Chemistry Products Hub
February 24, 2026
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
Welcome to the Spring 2026 ESSIC Seminar Series!
February 13, 2026
Daniel Cziczo, Daniel Cziczo, Professor & Department Head of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences at Purdue Marty Ralph, Director, Center for Western Weather and Water
ESSIC Presents at the 106th American Meteorological Society Annual Meeting
February 12, 2026
Many ESSIC scientists attended and presented at this year’s American Meteorological Society Annual Meeting, which took place from 25 to 29 January 2026 in Houston,
University of Maryland Hosts Maryland Community Leaders to Strengthen Climate Resilience
February 5, 2026
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
NOAA Recognizes CISESS Scientists
February 3, 2026
Last month, NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI) and Center for Satellite Applications and Research (STAR) issued awards to CISESS scientists. Between the two
ESSIC at American Geophysical Union’s 2025 Meeting
January 13, 2026
American Geophysical Union (AGU) held its annual meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana over 15-19 December 2025. AGU is the largest gathering of Earth and space
ESSIC Announces End-of-Year Awards
December 18, 2025
Last week, the Earth System Science Interdisciplinary Center held their annual Collaborative Partner Reception and Awards Ceremony. During the event, ESSIC Director Lars Peter Riishojgaard
Improving Wildfire Tracking with Satellite Detection
December 3, 2025
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