Category: Climate Science
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Yann Quilcalle, ETH Zurich – How Fossil Fuel Companies Have Contributed to Heatwaves
Heatwaves are an issue now and moving forward. Yann Quicalle, postdoctoral researcher at ETH Zurich, looks at the reasons behind them. Dr Yann Quilcaille is a climate scientist, who works to bridge the gap between climate and economic modelling. Thanks to a dual background in climate science and economics of sustainable development, he gained a…
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Ethan Yackulic, Northern Arizona University – Restoring Functional Fire in the West
On this Student Spotlight: Fire management will play a key role going forward. Ethan Yackulic, PhD student in the school of informatics, computer and cyber systems at Northern Arizona University, looks at the best way to manage it. Ethan Yackulic is a PhD student in the School of Informatics, Computing and Cyber Systems at Northern…
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David Fastovich, Syracuse University – Why Trees Need Centuries to Adapt or Migrate But Climate Won’t Wait
On Syracuse University Week: Trees need a long time to adapt to climate change. David Fastovich, assistant professor of geography, explains why. Dr. David Fastovich was a Postdoctoral Scholar in the Bhattacharya Paleoclimate Dynamics lab at Syracuse University and will soon be starting as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geography at the University…
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Mathias Vuille, University at Albany – Exploring Climate Change in South America
On University at Albany Week: Knowing what came before can help us prepare for what’s ahead in our climate’s future. Mathias Vuille, professor in the department of atmospheric and environmental sciences, digs in to search for clues. Mathias Vuille is a professor in the Department of Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences at the University at Albany.…
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Jamie Goldenberg, University of South Florida – Climate Denial in Response to Existentially Threatening Hurricanes
Climate change is a real threat, so why are so many denying it? Jamie Goldenberg, professor of psychology and Area Director of Cognitive, Neuroscience, and Social Psychology at the University of South Florida, considers the psychology. Jamie Goldenberg is a Professor of Psychology and Area Director of Cognitive, Neuroscience, and Social Psychology at the University…
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Shuang-Ye Wu, University of Dayton – Global Warming and Weather Disasters
Global warming has contributed to a record number of weather and climate disasters. Shuang-Ye Wu, professor and chair of the Department of Geology and Environmental Geosciences at the University of Dayton, breaks down why. Wu is a climate scientist who uses climate models to project future climate change and its potential impacts on the hydrological…
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Henry Knight Lozano, University of Exeter – California and Florida: From Climate Paradise to Crisis
Some locales known for their pristine weather may be in for rude awakenings in the future. Henry Knight Lozano, senior lecturer in American History at the University of Exeter, examines a couple such places. Dr Henry Knight Lozano is senior lecturer in American History and Director of Liberal Arts at the University of Exeter. His…
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Royel Johnson, University of Southern California – DEI and Climate Change
The climate on college campuses for students can be challenging. Royel Johnson, tenured professor in the Rossier School of Education at University of Southern California, asks students how they’re doing dealing with racism at their institutions. Dr. Royel M. Johnson is Associate Professor and Chair in the Rossier School of Education at the University of Southern California (USC).…
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Candelaria Bergero, University of California, Irvine – How Our Airplanes Can Achieve Net-Zero Emissions
On this Student Spotlight during University of California, Irvine Week: Reducing carbon from transportation is key to our future. Candelaria Bergero, Ph. D. student in Earth system science, examines how to cut emissions from one form of transport. Candelaria Bergero is a Ph.D. student in Earth System science at the University of California, Irvine. She…
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Bistra Dilkina, University of Southern California – In a Warmer World, Half of All Species are on the Move. Where are they going?
On University of Southern California Week: In a warmer world, half of all species are on the move. Where are they going? Bistra Dilkina, associate professor of computer science, examines this. Bistra Dilkina is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at the University of Southern California. She is also the co-Director of the USC Center…