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Inspired by his childhood encounter with one of the most powerful storms in recorded history, University of Miami doctoral student Cameron Pine studies the structure of hurricanes and how some storms are able to overcome disruptive wind shear and rapidly intensify.

http://news.miami.edu/rosenstiel/stories/2026/10/from-hurricane-wilma-to-hurricane-research.html



Awards

Toward new frontiers in coral reef conservation

Andrew Baker and Diego Lirman, two of the world’s leading coral scientists, have each been appointed to a Kyle Family Chair in Marine Conservation, part of the Robert K. Johnson Center for Marine Conservation at the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric and Earth Science.

https://news.miami.edu/philanthropy/stories/2026/10/rosenstiel-kyle-family-chairs.html


Science fiction meets science fact in new ‘What’s Up, Earth?’ public series

Free programs offered in person or online, launching Oct. 20 connect communities with research on the environment, human health and emerging solutions.

http://news.miami.edu/rosenstiel/stories/2026/10/science-fiction-meets-science-fact-in-new-whats-up-earth-public-series.html




Environmental Science and Policy

Study documents beef industry group’s early efforts to counter climate concerns

Archival research shows how a cattle industry group used public relations to counter early climate concerns.

http://news.miami.edu/rosenstiel/stories/2026/10/study-documents-beef-industry-groups-early-efforts-to-counter-climate-concerns.html



Ocean Sciences

New imaging technologies offer a clearer view of coral reef change

The Aircraft Center for Earth Studies is combining aerial mapping, underwater photography and artificial intelligence to help scientists and stakeholders assess damage, track recovery and guide restoration of coral reefs.

http://news.miami.edu/rosenstiel/stories/2026/09/new-imaging-technologies-offer-a-clearer-view-of-coral-reef-change.html


Environmental Science and Policy

Biscayne Bay recognized as an essential habitat for sharks and rays

New international designation highlights the urban estuary’s role as a nursery, feeding ground and reproductive habitat for 11 species

http://news.miami.edu/rosenstiel/stories/2026/09/biscayne-bay-recognized-as-an-essential-habitat-for-sharks-and-rays.html


CIMAS

Sea turtle tracking project to identify vessel-strike risks in Biscayne Bay

University of Miami scientists are combining GPS tracking and vessel data to determine where and when loggerhead sea turtles may be most vulnerable to strikes.

http://news.miami.edu/rosenstiel/stories/2026/09/sea-turtle-tracking-project-to-identify-vessel-strike-risks-in-biscayne-bay.html


Atmospheric Sciences

African smoke brightens clouds, but weather patterns offset its cooling effect, new study finds

Research underscores the role of atmospheric conditions in climate-cooling geoengineering strategies

http://news.miami.edu/rosenstiel/stories/2026/09/african-smoke-brightens-clouds-but-weather-patterns-offset-its-cooling-effect-new-study-finds.html


Environmental Science and Policy

Study challenges estimates used to guide Atlantic menhaden fishing

Reanalysis of a historic tagging study could help managers better balance commercial harvests with the needs of coastal food webs.

http://news.miami.edu/rosenstiel/stories/2026/09/study-challenges-estimates-used-to-guide-atlantic-menhaden-fishing.html


Atmospheric Sciences

Super-duper (or, El Niño in a warming world)

http://news.miami.edu/rosenstiel/stories/2026/09/super-duper-or-el-nino-in-a-warming-world.html


Marine Biology and Ecology

Florida’s leading coral experts unite in historic effort to restore Florida’s Coral Reef

Backed by a NOAA-funded initiative, 12 organizations joined forces during the annual coral spawning event to produce more than 1.5 million embryos and help preserve genetic diversity for the future of Florida’s Coral Reef.

http://news.miami.edu/rosenstiel/stories/2026/08/floridas-leading-coral-experts-unite-in-historic-effort-to-restore-floridas-coral-reef.html


Marine Biology and Ecology

Scientists turn to nature’s recycling insects to solve Florida’s seaweed problem

http://news.miami.edu/rosenstiel/stories/2026/08/scientists-turn-to-natures-recycling-insects-to-solve-floridas-seaweed-problem.html


Atmospheric Sciences

Hurricane Hunter data reveal early signs of strengthening tropical cyclones

Nearly three decades of airborne radar observations identify four features that help storms align before they intensify.

http://news.miami.edu/rosenstiel/stories/2026/08/hurricane-hunter-data-reveal-early-signs-of-strengthening-tropical-cyclones.html


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