Topic: Environment

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.

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.

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.



Tracking invasive species

Conservation biologist Chris Searcy is uncovering patterns in the spread of invasive animals and plants in South Florida.

Tracking invasive species

Conservation biologist Chris Searcy is uncovering patterns in the spread of invasive animals and plants in South Florida.




New research reveals insights on climate-inspired urban design projects

New research reveals insights on climate-inspired urban design projects




β€˜Bomb cyclone’ adds to growing extreme weather trend

The β€œonce-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?

β€˜Bomb cyclone’ adds to growing extreme weather trend

The β€œonce-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.

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.

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 NiΓ±o–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) dynamics.

Study reveals acceleration in Pacific upper-ocean circulation over past 30 years, impacting global weather patterns

A critical ocean layer for El NiΓ±o–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) dynamics.




Meet Dr. Yusuf Kara

Assistant Professor, Research, Measurement, and Evaluation Program

Meet Dr. Yusuf Kara

Assistant Professor, Research, Measurement, and Evaluation Program




Renewed wonder in the cloud forests of Ecuador

Recent expeditions reveal that unique plants presumed to be extinct are still hanging on in the forest patches of Centinela, Ecuador, lauded as a hotspot for biodiversity.

Renewed wonder in the cloud forests of Ecuador

Recent expeditions reveal that unique plants presumed to be extinct are still hanging on in the forest patches of Centinela, Ecuador, lauded as a hotspot for biodiversity.



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.

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.


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.

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.



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umiamimedicine - Jan 05
Did you know? The #ibis is famously known for being the last bird to leave before a hurricane and the first to return after the storm has passed. 🌩️ Talk about unshakeable, @UM_Sebastian. πŸ’ͺ #NationalBirdDay https://t.co/nzwnPE7ZBM

umiamimedicine - Jan 02
Being female, Hispanic, highly educated or living alone, are protective against Alzheimer\'s according to a new study. Researchers found that the intersectionality of gender with primary language affected whether pathology would display Alzheimer’s symptoms prior to death.

umiamimedicine - Jan 02
Created by faculty at the Miller School of Medicine, the Mechanical Thrombectomy Access Score, is the first scoring system to help increase the use of mechanical thrombectomy to treat large vessel occlusion stroke worldwide.


umiamimedicine - Jan 05
Did you know? The #ibis is famously known for being the last bird to leave before a hurricane and the first to return after the storm has passed. 🌩️ Talk about unshakeable, @UM_Sebastian. πŸ’ͺ #NationalBirdDay https://t.co/nzwnPE7ZBM

umiamimedicine - Jan 02
Being female, Hispanic, highly educated or living alone, are protective against Alzheimer\'s according to a new study. Researchers found that the intersectionality of gender with primary language affected whether pathology would display Alzheimer’s symptoms prior to death.

umiamimedicine - Jan 02
Created by faculty at the Miller School of Medicine, the Mechanical Thrombectomy Access Score, is the first scoring system to help increase the use of mechanical thrombectomy to treat large vessel occlusion stroke worldwide.




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