Topic: Climate Change
Hurricane Hunters test new technology
Special drones flew into areas of storms where crewed aircraft can’t fly, while a new type of lightweight, slow-descending dropsonde allowed researchers to collect data over an extended timeframe.
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season sets records
After a peak-season lull, the season roared back to life with record-breaking storms that battered Florida’s Gulf Coast. University of Miami experts weigh in on a hyperactive season that produced 18 named storms.
‘Bomb cyclone’ adds to growing extreme weather trend
The “once-in-a-decade” storm that devastated the Pacific Northwest last week caused widespread outages, damage, and at least two deaths. Data shows the storms are becoming more common. Could climate change be a key driver?
Using artificial intelligence to influence public health outcomes
University of Miami researchers are combining machine learning with mathematical models to help decrease the spread of mosquito-borne illnesses in South Florida.
Monitoring the ocean from space
University of Miami physicists are collaborating with NASA to track ocean color, a key indicator of ocean health.
Study reveals acceleration in Pacific upper-ocean circulation over past 30 years, impacting global weather patterns
A critical ocean layer for El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) dynamics.
The trees of Miami’s future
New research indicates that to keep Miami’s tree canopy resilient, tropical species may be the best option for local municipalities and environmental leaders to consider.
NOAA awards grant to enhance decision-ready climate projections for diverse stakeholders
University of Miami scientists will lead a four-year, first-of-its-kind collaborative project.
Hurricane impacts on mosquito populations
University of Miami health geographer Imelda Moise led a study that found mosquito populations in Miami-Dade County increased dramatically after Hurricane Irma.
Evaluating the flow of information for high-impact weather events
For the past three years, undergraduate students in the Rosenstiel School have investigated how information on devastating landfalling hurricanes is created, shared, and used within a complete warning system.
14 University of Miami engineering professors ranked among the world's top 2% of scientists
Stanford University and Elsevier have released the seventh edition list recognizing faculty for global research impact
