Zeroing in on the origins of Earth’s “single most important evolutionary innovation”
A new study shows oxygenic photosynthesis likely evolved between 3.4 and 2.9 billion years ago.
A new study shows oxygenic photosynthesis likely evolved between 3.4 and 2.9 billion years ago.
In his research, the geomorphologist seeks connections among landscape evolution, biodiversity, and human history.
The researchers hope scientists and regulators will consider a broader class of compounds in evaluating cancer risk due to PAH exposure.
Professors Noelle Selin and Anne White will co-chair the Climate Nucleus, charged with managing and implementing MIT’s new plan.
Twelve professors begin in the departments of Biology; Brain and Cognitive Sciences; Chemistry; Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences; Mathematics; and Physics.
Study shows a need to identify domestic and international pollution sources in policy design.
Researchers observe a “warming bias” over the past 66 million years that may return if ice sheets disappear.
The results could help scientists unravel the processes underlying plate tectonics.
Applied in the field, a new model reduced quakes from oil and gas processes; could help manage seismic events from carbon sequestration.
The Space Exploration Initiative supports research across and beyond MIT in two microgravity flights this spring.
Researchers find improvement in relative retention of women but predict decades of sustained effort are required to achieve gender parity.
Fiore brings a breadth of expertise in climate science, atmospheric chemistry, and air pollution to MIT.
Study demonstrates the power of low-cost air quality sensors during volcanic eruption.
Associate professor of earth science David McGee studies the atmosphere’s response to paleoclimate changes.
2021 Global Change Outlook from the MIT Joint Program on the Science and Policy of Global Change shows how more aggressive policies can sharply reduce climate risk.