Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory seeks fundamental knowledge about the origin, evolution, and future of the natural world.
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
AGU26
AGU26, the premier Earth and space science conference, takes place December 7-11, 2026 San Francisco, CA. This year's theme—Where Science Connects Us—puts in focus how science depends on connection...from the lab to the field to the ballot box. Our scientists, experts, students, and educators are playing an active role, sharing our research and helping shape the future of our planet. #AGU26
LAMONT IN THE MEDIA
UPCOMING EVENTS
CHART/C-ARCH Seminar on Climate and Health - Radley Horton
OCP-APAM Joint Seminar: Cristian Proistosescu, UIUC
LDEO Earth Science Colloquium with Dr. Nadja Drabon
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.
LAMONT BY THE NUMBERS
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.