Extreme weather, climate change poses threat to global infrastructure
University of Miami experts in engineering, environmental science and other fields warn that global infrastructure must be adapted.
University of Miami oceanography students voyage to study sea-level rise
The students ventured out as part of research on how the changing Florida Current will affect sea-level rise in coastal...
‘It’s hard to imagine, but a fish can drown’
University of Miami marine biologists explain the impacts of rising ocean temperatures on fish.
Is a critical system of ocean currents headed toward an imminent collapse?
The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation is a system of ocean currents that circulates water within the Atlantic Ocean.
Score one for youth on climate ruling
University of Miami experts weigh in on what a first-of-its-kind climate change ruling in Montana means, possible ripple effects.
University of Miami researchers measure the dangers of indoor heat
Miami graduate students have implemented a variety of strategies to learn more about, help mitigate the effects of extreme heat.
Turbulent ocean basin could aid in understanding global climate
University of Miami oceanographer Lisa Beal measured the mixing of Atlantic and Indian ocean waters to learn more about weather...
Warming climate will expand mosquito’s realm
John Beier of the University of Miami answers questions about climate change’s impact on mosquitoes, malaria cases in Florida.
Travels of sargassum seaweed explored
Scientist Maria Josefina Olascoaga and others hope to learn more about the oceanic conditions that transport the brown macroalgae.
Researchers investigate sargassum’s impact on air quality
University of Miami researchers are studying how aerosol emissions from sargassum seaweed affect the air we breathe.
The Invading Sea is a non-partisan source for news, commentary and educational content about climate change and other environmental issues affecting Florida. The site is managed by Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Environmental Studies in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science.
