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climate change

What tiny fossils can tell us about the changing climate

What tiny fossils can tell us about the changing climate

Published Oct 24, 2023

By studying ancient seas, Binghamton paleontologist Adriane Lam helps to chart our climate change future. Read more

Earth to be hit by ‘widespread pest outbreaks’ — and it’s our fault

Earth to be hit by ‘widespread pest outbreaks’ — and it’s our fault

Published Jun 23, 2023

Insects around the world are expected to be thrown into chaos by the effects of man-made climate change, according to research from Binghamton biologist Thomas H.Q. Powell highlighted in Newsweek.  Read more

Cooperation is key to addressing climate change

Cooperation is key to addressing climate change

Published Dec 21, 2020

Climate change is our most complicated global pollution challenge, and cooperation is the key to solving it, according to a new book from economist Zili Yang. Read more

Ancient seawater may yield climate change insights

Ancient seawater may yield climate change insights

Published Jan 9, 2019

Mebrahtu Weldeghebriel, Binghamton's first student from Eritrea, studies the chemistry of ancient seawater. Read more

Economist offers a cool model for a hot planet

Economist offers a cool model for a hot planet

Published Feb 25, 2010

In his recent book, Binghamton University’s Zili Yang suggests ways governments might realistically work together to reduce carbon dioxide emissions. He also makes a case for curbing the use of fossil fuels — whether they contribute to climate change or not. Read more

Is climate change making us sick?

Is climate change making us sick?

Published Jan 14, 2010

Emerging diseases are among the most far-reaching consequences of global warming. We need to develop a geographically based framework to identify vulnerable places and at-risk populations. That will require partnerships with health professionals and policymakers. Read more