School of Earth Sciences

Ellen and Lonnie Thompson: What Can We Do about Climate Change (Part Two)

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Paleoclimatologists Ellen Mosley Thompson and Lonnie Thompson continue their discussion with host David Staley on the imminent challenges and possible solutions to climate change. They emphasize the importance of collective action, innovative technologies, and political will in combating environmental issues. They highlight practical actions individuals can take, such as voting and reducing energy consumption, and discuss the role of global cooperation and investment in science. Drawing from their extensive fieldwork, they share personal experiences and stress the need for a multidisciplinary approach, integrating sciences and liberal arts, to address the multifaceted impacts of climate change. Despite short-term pessimism due to current inaction, they express long-term optimism that humanity will rise to meet the crisis.

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Ellen and Lonnie Thompson: Ancient Ice Cores Tell Us the Future (Part One)

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Renowned paleoclimatologists Ellen Mosley-Thompson, Distinguished University Professor of Geography, and Lonnie Thompson, Distinguished University Scholar in Earth Sciences, discuss their groundbreaking work in studying ice cores to understand Earth’s climate history. Join host David Staley to learn how they extract climate data from ice cores, the logistical challenges of their fieldwork, and the importance of preserving ice core samples for future research. The Thompsons emphasize the significance of addressing climate change, the technological advancements in their field, and the need for greater investment in science and renewable energy. They also discuss the potential consequences of rising global temperatures and the crucial role of young people and international collaboration in combating climate change.

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Andréa G Grottoli: Will Coral Reefs Survive?

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Andréa Grottoli, Distinguished Professor of Earth Sciences, discusses her research on and the future of coral reefs with host David Staley. Grottoli shares insights into coral biology, the impacts of climate change on coral reefs, and the significance of coral ecosystems to the economy and environment. She specializes in coral resilience, the traits that enable some corals to survive environmental stressors. She has co-created innovative technologies, such as the UZELA device, to enhance coral survival. Listen in to see what the future might be.

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How To Be Curious, With Doug Alsdorf

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Doug Alsdorf, Professor in the School of Earth Sciences, researches satellite hydrology, large tropical wetlands, and geophysics. He describes himself as driven by curiosity, to ask “why is that there?” or “what is that over there?” Join him as he discusses the value of scientific curiosity and more with David Staley on this week’s Voices of Excellence.

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From Florida to the Antarctic: W. Berry Lyons’ Scientific Journey

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W. Berry Lyons, Professor and Distinguished University Scholar in the Ohio State School of Earth Sciences, was born and raised in the sunny state of Florida, but much of his career has been focused on the decidedly colder Antarctic, where he’s researched the impact of climate and climate change on the McMurdo Dry Valleys, the continent’s largest ice-free area. 

Prof. Wendy Panero Talks About What It’s Like to Really Be Under Pressure

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A Professor in the School of Earth Sciences and Director of the Mineral Physics Research Group, Wendy Panero studies the behavior of materials under the high pressure and temperature of the Earth’s interior.

Ann Cook Identifies the Most Pressing Continent for Global Change (It’s Not What You Think)

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School of Earth Sciences Assistant Professor Ann Cook aims to fill in the gaps in the scientific understanding of natural gas hydrates.

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