Extreme weather, climate change pose threat to global infrastructure
University of Miami experts in engineering, environmental science and other fields warn that global infrastructure must be adapted.
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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 ...
Development increasing risk for West Nile virus; extreme weather hurting Florida tourism
With recent bird movements and record heat this summer, some scientists see a perfect storm of pestilence brewing.
A way to protect coastlines and restore marine ecosystems
Wahoo Bay offers a test case of an innovative way to combine natural and human-made solutions to improve coastal resilience.
‘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.
University of Miami scientists to monitor conditions in Gulf Stream; dolphins adapting to loss of seagrass
One potential consequence of a weakening Florida Current could be higher sea levels, more sunny-day flooding in Miami.
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 ...
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