Environmental Science

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Coral research

Coral Pollutants Pinpointed

Prof Kiho Kim and former students publish results in Global Change Biology

Our program trains students to become effective advocates for the environment. The curriculum consists of rigorous science- and policy-based courses and experiential learning that prepare our students for exciting careers in the environmental field. The program offers undergraduate (BA/BS) and graduate (MS) degrees and a certificate (CERT) in environmental assessment.

Environmental Science Announcements

Dr. MacAvoy and colleagues have published a paper titled “Anadromous fish as marine nutrient vectors” in the journal Fisheries Bulletin (107:165-174).

Dr. Culver and colleague published a book titled “The Biology of Caves and Other Subterranean Habitats.” The book provides an authoritative and up-to-date overview of the field, covering a range of biological processes, including evolution and adaptation, ecosystem function, community ecology, biogeography, and conservation. The book also includes a global range of examples and case studies from both caves and non-cave subterranean habitats. The book is published by Oxford University Press.

Dr. Kim was a co-author on a report published by the National Academies titled “Tackling Marine Debris in the 21st Century.” According to the report, current measures to prevent and reduce marine debris are inadequate, and the problem will likely worsen.

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Unexplored Habitats

Environmental science professor David Culver awarded grant for pioneering work.

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Prof Nancy Zeller on Touch Screen Germs

Nancy Zeller on Fox5

See Fox5 News video with Nancy Zeller on touch screen biology.

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Video: Climate Challenge

Prof Stephen Macavoy

Prof Stephen MacAvoy discusses the 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill.

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Video: A Look Inside Environmental Science

Environmental science student Nicole Condon

Faculty and students discuss what sets the environmental science program apart.

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