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Coral diseases and water quality play a key role for coral restoration and survival efforts
Coral restoration programs are expanding to revive coral populations and ecosystem services, but local and global stressors such as coral disease and water pollution still threaten coral survival.
New study reveals shift in subtropical North Atlantic Ocean over the next decade
Findings reveal long-term cooling and freshening of the deep subtropical North Atlantic Ocean, with hints of major shifts to come over the next decade
El Niño inspires a young man’s passion for science
Benjamin Kirtman, professor at the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science, is this year’s recipient of the Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award for his scholarly research and contributions to the natural sciences.
Ecosystem disrupted following the disappearance of Great white sharks, new study finds
Known for their powerful ability to launch out of the water in pursuit of prey, the loss of Great white sharks from False Bay in South Africa has scientists and conservationists concerned about the rippling effects on the ecosystem.
New study sheds light on risks from residential heat and energy burdens in Miami
Many residents in Miami-Dade County and across the country face the dual challenge of dangerously hot homes and unaffordable cooling costs, which together drive-up intensifying risks to household health and well-being.
University of Miami professor elected fellow of the American Meteorological Society (AMS)
Sharan Majumdar is a professor of atmospheric sciences who is renowned for his hurricane research that enhances the AMS mission of benefiting society.
Study reveals Arabia's rainfall was five times more extreme 400 years ago
As the Middle East rapidly urbanizes, wide variability of Late Holocene rains should be considered in flash flood preparedness and future hydroclimate trajectories.
New powerful tool in the fight against wildfires, extreme events
A grant recently awarded to the Rosenstiel School aims to help in the preparation and mitigation of the impacts of wildfires, flooding, heat waves, drought, and other events.
Study shows spillover benefits from large marine protected areas
No-fishing zones protect species and possibly lead to increases in catch rates
Study highlights key factors for successful restoration of elkhorn coral colonies
Coral restoration should prioritize shallower depths with faster currents in low-nutrient environments to promote a healthier microbial community
