Understanding tropical rainfall
Study finds ocean circulation, coupled with trade wind changes, efficiently limits shifting of tropical rainfall patterns.
MIT Haystack Observatory's John Foster named AGU Fellow
Distinguished atmospheric scientist recognized for lifetime of accomplishments.
Study: Indian monsoons have strengthened over past 15 years
A 50-year dry spell has reversed, with more rain to come.
Susan Solomon awarded the Royal Society's Bakerian Medal
Professor of atmospheric chemistry honored for her contributions to atmospheric science.
Measuring biological dust in the wind
A technique developed in the Cziczo Lab may be the most accurate way of identifying biological aerosols from mineral dust in the atmosphere and analyzing their contribution to cloud formation and climate change.
Peatlands, already dwindling, could face further losses
Climate change could damage the fragile zones, causing major carbon emissions.
Understanding anthropogenic effects on space weather
New research from MIT Haystack Observatory reviews the ways in which human activity affects space weather around Earth.
In search of the fundamental laws of microecology
A new MIT-led Simons Foundation collaboration aims to understand basic principles and laws of microbial ecosystems.
![“The observations are telling us there will be increases [in extreme rainfall] at almost all latitudes, but if you want to know what’s going to happen at the scale of a continent or smaller, it’s a much more difficult question,” Paul O’Gorman says.](/sites/default/files/styles/term_page__news_article/public/images/201705/mit-extreme-rain.jpg?itok=3RZFd0k3)
Varied increases in extreme rainfall with global warming
Intensification of extreme rainfall varies from region to region, study shows.
3Q: Refocusing climate research in a new era
Associate Professor Paul O'Gorman describes three questions climate scientists recently suggested should frame the future of climate research.
A tax plan to stop climate change
At MIT, former Congressman Bob Inglis speaks about climate and free enterprise.
Earth Observing–1 satellite is retired, leaving a legacy of spectacular imagery
Advanced Land Imager instrument developed at MIT Lincoln Laboratory helped NASA mission exceed expectations.
From fieldwork to the big screen
Fourth annual CEE Video Competition highlights global research and opportunities.
Nile faces greater variability
Climate change could lead to overall increase in river flow, but more droughts and floods, study shows.
Environmentalist and explorer
Senior Elizabeth Rider uses atmospheric chemistry research to create international connections.