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The metals and minerals scientists will analyze from pieces of an ancient asteroid brought to Earth will not only answers questions about the origins of the solar system but also might help astronauts travel to and live on other worlds, a University of Miami astrophysicist said.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/09/asteroid-rocks-may-aid-future-space-missions.html


How fish play a critical role in the oceanic carbon cycle

Three researchers from the University of Miami are conducting experiments to better determine the important role fish play in the oceanic carbon cycle, studying everything from how much carbonate fish produce to the path of the minerals in the water column.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/09/how-fish-play-a-critical-role-in-the-oceanic-carbon-cycle.html

How fish play a critical role in the oceanic carbon cycle

Three researchers from the University of Miami are conducting experiments to better determine the important role fish play in the oceanic carbon cycle, studying everything from how much carbonate fish produce to the path of the minerals in the water column.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/09/how-fish-play-a-critical-role-in-the-oceanic-carbon-cycle.html

How fish play a critical role in the oceanic carbon cycle

Three researchers from the University of Miami are conducting experiments to better determine the important role fish play in the oceanic carbon cycle, studying everything from how much carbonate fish produce to the path of the minerals in the water column.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/09/how-fish-play-a-critical-role-in-the-oceanic-carbon-cycle.html

How fish play a critical role in the oceanic carbon cycle

Three researchers from the University of Miami are conducting experiments to better determine the important role fish play in the oceanic carbon cycle, studying everything from how much carbonate fish produce to the path of the minerals in the water column.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/09/how-fish-play-a-critical-role-in-the-oceanic-carbon-cycle.html


Extreme weather, climate change pose a threat to global infrastructure

In the aftermath of the collapse of two dams in the Libyan coastal city of Derna, where floodwaters spawned by a powerful storm killed thousands of people, University of Miami experts in engineering, environmental science, and other fields warn that global infrastructure must be adapted to deal with the climate crisis.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/09/extreme-weather-climate-change-poses-threat-to-global-infrastructure.html

Extreme weather, climate change pose a threat to global infrastructure

In the aftermath of the collapse of two dams in the Libyan coastal city of Derna, where floodwaters spawned by a powerful storm killed thousands of people, University of Miami experts in engineering, environmental science, and other fields warn that global infrastructure must be adapted to deal with the climate crisis.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/09/extreme-weather-climate-change-poses-threat-to-global-infrastructure.html

Extreme weather, climate change pose a threat to global infrastructure

In the aftermath of the collapse of two dams in the Libyan coastal city of Derna, where floodwaters spawned by a powerful storm killed thousands of people, University of Miami experts in engineering, environmental science, and other fields warn that global infrastructure must be adapted to deal with the climate crisis.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/09/extreme-weather-climate-change-poses-threat-to-global-infrastructure.html


Cuban Heritage Collection receives the Carlos Alberto Montaner Collection

Hundreds of manuscripts, letters, documents, and photos of the esteemed Cuban political columnist and writer will be available to students and scholars through the University of Miami Libraries.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/09/cuban-heritage-collection-receives-the-carlos-alberto-montaner-collection.html

Cuban Heritage Collection receives the Carlos Alberto Montaner Collection

Hundreds of manuscripts, letters, documents, and photos of the esteemed Cuban political columnist and writer will be available to students and scholars through the University of Miami Libraries.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/09/cuban-heritage-collection-receives-the-carlos-alberto-montaner-collection.html


Oceanography students voyage to study sea level rise

Paloma Cartwright, Rachel Sampson, and Allie Cook all ventured out to sea as part of Rosenstiel School oceanographer Lisa Beal’s ongoing research on how the changing Florida Current will affect sea level rise in Miami, as well as other coastal communities along the East Coast.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/09/oceanography-students-voyage-to-study-sea-level-rise.html

Oceanography students voyage to study sea level rise

Paloma Cartwright, Rachel Sampson, and Allie Cook all ventured out to sea as part of Rosenstiel School oceanographer Lisa Beal’s ongoing research on how the changing Florida Current will affect sea level rise in Miami, as well as other coastal communities along the East Coast.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/09/oceanography-students-voyage-to-study-sea-level-rise.html


Scientist has a passion for image-related research

David Chapman, an expert who creates computer programs that use images to answer research questions, is the first Knight Foundation Junior Chair in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at the Frost Institute for Data Science and Computing.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/09/computer-scientist-has-a-passion-for-image-related-research.html

Scientist has a passion for image-related research

David Chapman, an expert who creates computer programs that use images to answer research questions, is the first Knight Foundation Junior Chair in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at the Frost Institute for Data Science and Computing.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/09/computer-scientist-has-a-passion-for-image-related-research.html


‘It’s hard to imagine, but a fish can drown’

As marine heat waves caused by climate change increase in severity and duration, certain species of fish will suffer the consequences. University of Miami marine biologists explain the impacts of rising ocean temperatures on fish.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/08/its-hard-to-imagine-but-a-fish-can-drown.html


Is a critical system of ocean currents headed toward an imminent collapse?

A global conveyor belt, the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation is a system of ocean currents that circulates water within the Atlantic Ocean. A University of Miami oceanographer shares input on whether it could shut down, triggering catastrophic changes in weather and climate.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/08/is-a-critical-system-of-ocean-currents-headed-toward-an-imminent-collapse.html


Researchers measure the dangers of indoor heat

With dangerously high heat and humidity still scorching South Florida, a team of University of Miami graduate students has implemented a variety of strategies—from deploying heat sensors in households to interviewing dozens of residents—to learn more about and help mitigate the effects of extreme heat.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/08/researchers-measure-the-dangers-of-indoor-heat.html



International student hopes her research will benefit her country

Fairuziana, a doctoral student from Indonesia studying community well-being in the School of Education and Human Development, conducted research this summer on a systematic review of emotion regulation in youth mental health interventions in low- and middle-income countries.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/07/international-student-hopes-her-research-will-benefit-her-country.html

International student hopes her research will benefit her country

Fairuziana, a doctoral student from Indonesia studying community well-being in the School of Education and Human Development, conducted research this summer on a systematic review of emotion regulation in youth mental health interventions in low- and middle-income countries.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/07/international-student-hopes-her-research-will-benefit-her-country.html


Ready to fly into the eye of a storm

Ten scientists from the University of Miami Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies serve on NOAA’s Hurricane Field Program, gathering critical data about tropical cyclones from the cabin of a small aircraft. And their efforts help advance scientific knowledge.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/07/ready-to-fly-into-the-eye-of-a-storm.html

Ready to fly into the eye of a storm

Ten scientists from the University of Miami Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies serve on NOAA’s Hurricane Field Program, gathering critical data about tropical cyclones from the cabin of a small aircraft. And their efforts help advance scientific knowledge.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/07/ready-to-fly-into-the-eye-of-a-storm.html



Turbulent ocean basin could aid in understanding global climate

University of Miami oceanographer Lisa Beal and others spent 26 days at sea in the Cape Cauldron off South Africa measuring the dynamic mixing of Indian Ocean and Atlantic waters in an effort to learn more about weather and climate.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/07/turbulent-ocean-basin-could-aid-in-understanding-global-climate.html

Turbulent ocean basin could aid in understanding global climate

University of Miami oceanographer Lisa Beal and others spent 26 days at sea in the Cape Cauldron off South Africa measuring the dynamic mixing of Indian Ocean and Atlantic waters in an effort to learn more about weather and climate.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/07/turbulent-ocean-basin-could-aid-in-understanding-global-climate.html


Leaping lizards! Does South Florida have an influx of new species?

The tri-county area is no stranger to lizards. But residents are seeing more of a variety, including a colorful species and another that sports a bold personality and a curly tail. A biology expert explains.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/07/leaping-lizards-does-south-florida-have-an-influx-of-new-species.html

Leaping lizards! Does South Florida have an influx of new species?

The tri-county area is no stranger to lizards. But residents are seeing more of a variety, including a colorful species and another that sports a bold personality and a curly tail. A biology expert explains.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/07/leaping-lizards-does-south-florida-have-an-influx-of-new-species.html



Travels of sargassum seaweed explored

Combining experiments in the laboratory with drifters deployed in matts of thick seaweed, scientist Maria Josefina Olascoaga and others hope to learn more about the oceanic conditions that transport the brown macroalgae.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/06/travels-of-sargassum-seaweed-explored.html

Travels of sargassum seaweed explored

Combining experiments in the laboratory with drifters deployed in matts of thick seaweed, scientist Maria Josefina Olascoaga and others hope to learn more about the oceanic conditions that transport the brown macroalgae.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/06/travels-of-sargassum-seaweed-explored.html


Goizueta fellows treasure the Cuban Heritage Collection

Since its launch in 2010, the Goizueta Foundation Graduate Fellowship has awarded 141 fellowships to graduate students to conduct research and scour the repository of Cuban material at the University of Miami.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/06/goizueta-fellows-treasure-the-cuban-heritage-collection.html

Goizueta fellows treasure the Cuban Heritage Collection

Since its launch in 2010, the Goizueta Foundation Graduate Fellowship has awarded 141 fellowships to graduate students to conduct research and scour the repository of Cuban material at the University of Miami.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/06/goizueta-fellows-treasure-the-cuban-heritage-collection.html


Device may help protect firefighters from harmful chemicals

A special sensor developed by two University of Miami graduate students could help protect firefighters from polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, present in the warm zone at structural fires.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/06/device-may-help-protect-firefighters-from-harmful-chemicals.html

Device may help protect firefighters from harmful chemicals

A special sensor developed by two University of Miami graduate students could help protect firefighters from polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, present in the warm zone at structural fires.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/06/device-may-help-protect-firefighters-from-harmful-chemicals.html


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