Science and Technology

Gardi Sugdub, a small island in the San Blas archipelago off Panama’s northern Caribbean coast, is disappearing because of climate-change-induced sea level rise. A University of Miami researcher is documenting the planned relocation of its residents to the mainland.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/12/panamanian-island-is-being-swallowed-by-the-sea.html


Dispatches from Dubai

University of Miami students are in Dubai for the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference. They are filing regular dispatches, providing the University community with a behind-the-scenes look at the summit.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/12/dispatches-from-dubai.html

Dispatches from Dubai

University of Miami students are in Dubai for the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference. They are filing regular dispatches, providing the University community with a behind-the-scenes look at the summit.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/12/dispatches-from-dubai.html

Dispatches from Dubai

University of Miami students are in Dubai for the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference. They are filing regular dispatches, providing the University community with a behind-the-scenes look at the summit.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/12/dispatches-from-dubai.html

Dispatches from Dubai

University of Miami students are in Dubai for the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference. They are filing regular dispatches, providing the University community with a behind-the-scenes look at the summit.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/12/dispatches-from-dubai.html


Scientist forges a new path in marine conservation

Rebecca Gruby, an expert in ocean conservation policy, was appointed an endowed chair at the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science and is set to lead its newest endeavor, the Robert K. Johnson Center for Marine Conservation.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/12/scientist-forges-a-new-path-in-marine-conservation.html

Scientist forges a new path in marine conservation

Rebecca Gruby, an expert in ocean conservation policy, was appointed an endowed chair at the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science and is set to lead its newest endeavor, the Robert K. Johnson Center for Marine Conservation.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/12/scientist-forges-a-new-path-in-marine-conservation.html

Scientist forges a new path in marine conservation

Rebecca Gruby, an expert in ocean conservation policy, was appointed an endowed chair at the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science and is set to lead its newest endeavor, the Robert K. Johnson Center for Marine Conservation.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/12/scientist-forges-a-new-path-in-marine-conservation.html


What I am watching for at COP28

Michael Berkowitz, who heads up the University’s Climate Resilience Academy, is in Dubai for the United Nation’s 28th Conference of the Parties, the climate summit commonly referred to as COP28. Here’s what’s important to him.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/12/what-i-am-watching-for-at-cop28.html

What I am watching for at COP28

Michael Berkowitz, who heads up the University’s Climate Resilience Academy, is in Dubai for the United Nation’s 28th Conference of the Parties, the climate summit commonly referred to as COP28. Here’s what’s important to him.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/12/what-i-am-watching-for-at-cop28.html


Six students use computing power to tackle complex problems

Thanks to the new Provost’s Fellowship in Interdisciplinary Computing, several graduate students are able to devote their full attention to cutting-edge research projects in their chosen subject areas.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/11/six-students-use-computing-power-to-tackle-complex-problems.html

Six students use computing power to tackle complex problems

Thanks to the new Provost’s Fellowship in Interdisciplinary Computing, several graduate students are able to devote their full attention to cutting-edge research projects in their chosen subject areas.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/11/six-students-use-computing-power-to-tackle-complex-problems.html


Students, faculty members participate at UN climate talks

From participating on a panel about nature-based strategies to mitigate sea level rise to developing a policy brief on ‘‘blue food,’’ University of Miami students and faculty members are front and center at the 28th annual Conference of the Parties, also known as COP28.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/11/students-faculty-members-participate-at-un-climate-talks.html

Students, faculty members participate at UN climate talks

From participating on a panel about nature-based strategies to mitigate sea level rise to developing a policy brief on ‘‘blue food,’’ University of Miami students and faculty members are front and center at the 28th annual Conference of the Parties, also known as COP28.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/11/students-faculty-members-participate-at-un-climate-talks.html


Construction apprenticeship builds better workforce

The College of Engineering is a partner in a new workforce development and training program that combines on-the-job experience at construction sites with classroom instruction to help fast-track workers into managerial positions, helping to fill a critical gap in the industry.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/11/construction-apprenticeship-builds-better-workforce.html


University Libraries to showcase papers of Marjory Stoneman Douglas

The exhibition, which opens Nov. 30 at the Kislak Center, will feature photos, documents, books, and many more items that show her work and influence in preserving Florida’s delicate ecosystem.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/11/university-libraries-to-showcase-papers-of-marjory-stoneman-douglas.html


Immerse yourself in new, augmented worlds

Starting Nov. 30, the 10th annual FilmGate interactive media festival will expose participants to new examples of extended reality and inspire creative projects.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/11/immerse-yourself-in-new-augmented-worlds.html



Balancing innovation and protection on the AI frontier

A recent AI Safety Summit in the United Kingdom and the newly commissioned U.S. Intelligence Safety Institute are critical first steps by governments to explore how to deal with the benefits and threats posed by artificial intelligence as it continues to evolve.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/11/balancing-innovation-and-protection-on-the-ai-frontier.html

Balancing innovation and protection on the AI frontier

A recent AI Safety Summit in the United Kingdom and the newly commissioned U.S. Intelligence Safety Institute are critical first steps by governments to explore how to deal with the benefits and threats posed by artificial intelligence as it continues to evolve.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/11/balancing-innovation-and-protection-on-the-ai-frontier.html


Barbados site ramps up efforts to measure dust, aerosols

Upgrades to a University of Miami observatory that tracks the transport of dust and other aerosols will make all sorts of new measurements possible and could help determine if the high number of pediatric asthma cases on the Caribbean island is connected to harmful elements in the air.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/11/barbados-site-ramps-up-efforts-to-measure-dust-aerosols.html

Barbados site ramps up efforts to measure dust, aerosols

Upgrades to a University of Miami observatory that tracks the transport of dust and other aerosols will make all sorts of new measurements possible and could help determine if the high number of pediatric asthma cases on the Caribbean island is connected to harmful elements in the air.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/11/barbados-site-ramps-up-efforts-to-measure-dust-aerosols.html



Tracking the stinky stuff

Using a powerful wind-wave tank along with the field of physics, a team of University of Miami physical oceanographers has determined the significant role wind and currents play in transporting Sargassum seaweed around the ocean.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/10/tracking-the-stinky-stuff.html

Tracking the stinky stuff

Using a powerful wind-wave tank along with the field of physics, a team of University of Miami physical oceanographers has determined the significant role wind and currents play in transporting Sargassum seaweed around the ocean.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/10/tracking-the-stinky-stuff.html


Spotlighting the video game industry

A new class offered in the School of Communication this spring aims to help students learn how to navigate the video game industry and make them aware of the careers available in the field.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/10/spotlighting-awareness-about-the-video-game-industry.html

Spotlighting the video game industry

A new class offered in the School of Communication this spring aims to help students learn how to navigate the video game industry and make them aware of the careers available in the field.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/10/spotlighting-awareness-about-the-video-game-industry.html



Venturing into the galaxy for class

Physics assistant professor Nico Cappelluti will pilot a course this spring where students will use a video game to learn astronomy.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/10/venturing-into-the-galaxy-for-class.html

Venturing into the galaxy for class

Physics assistant professor Nico Cappelluti will pilot a course this spring where students will use a video game to learn astronomy.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/10/venturing-into-the-galaxy-for-class.html


How can we respond to climate change with science?

The Climate Café Series returns to the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science and will connect faculty members, research collaborators, students, and local stakeholders to discuss the evolving science and how to prepare our community for impacts like heat, sea level rise, and other natural challenges on the horizon.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/10/how-can-we-respond-to-climate-change-with-science.html

How can we respond to climate change with science?

The Climate Café Series returns to the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science and will connect faculty members, research collaborators, students, and local stakeholders to discuss the evolving science and how to prepare our community for impacts like heat, sea level rise, and other natural challenges on the horizon.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/10/how-can-we-respond-to-climate-change-with-science.html


Scientists’ model increases accuracy of tide forecasts

Ocean tides may be rising, but a new tide forecast model created by a team of University of Miami scientists holds the promise of helping coastal communities to prepare.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/10/scientists-model-increases-accuracy-of-tide-forecasts.html

Scientists’ model increases accuracy of tide forecasts

Ocean tides may be rising, but a new tide forecast model created by a team of University of Miami scientists holds the promise of helping coastal communities to prepare.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2023/10/scientists-model-increases-accuracy-of-tide-forecasts.html


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