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Decades of Discovery
Since our founding in 1949, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory has been a leader in the Earth sciences, with many scientific firsts. We study the planet from its deepest interior to the outer reaches of its atmosphere, on every continent and in every ocean, providing a rational basis for the difficult choices facing humanity.
Earth & Climate Science News
The study used continuous ground-based measurements to determine that landfill methane emissions are likely much higher than current assessments.
This month, we covered the 2026 Environmental Performance Index; how gas bubbles shaped Kīlauea’s lava flow; and the Pacific’s contrasting effects on wildfires. Here are some additional studies worth noting.
Recent studies show that the deposition of nutrients on glaciers and ice sheets is causing rapid algal growth, reducing glacier albedo and warming the planet.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Lamont-Doherty Hudson River Field Station's Science Saturdays!
Lamont-Doherty Hudson River Field Station's Science Saturdays!
Lamont-Doherty Hudson River Field Station's Science Saturdays!
Lamont-Doherty has been a leader in the Earth sciences with many scientific firsts since our founding in 1949. Learn more about our history in this interactive timeline.
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Explore Marie Tharp’s groundbreaking 1977 World Ocean Floor map and discover how it transformed our understanding of the Earth!
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Lamont researchers are in the field studying the dynamics of the planet on every continent and every ocean. Journalists may join and cover expeditions when possible. Learn more about this essential fieldwork.