We study interactions between terrestrial ecosystems, the atmosphere, and human activity—with a focus on extreme events like heatwaves, droughts, wildfires, and floods. Our goal: actionable insights for equitable climate mitigation and adaptation.
Research Themes
Urban Heat & Environmental Justice
How do we mitigate heat disparities in cities?
Ecosystem Resilience
How can ecosystems withstand droughts, fires, and floods?
Global Methane Budget
What drives accelerating methane growth?
Fire & Carbon
What role does fire play in the carbon cycle?
Teaching
ENVST-UA 372 Exploring Earth: Remote Sensing and Spatial Analysis
Join Us
We welcome prospective PhD students and postdocs interested in climate-ecosystem interactions.