Climate change
Series: Understanding and Responding to Climate Change
Across disciplines, UConn’s researchers are amassing a wealth of knowledge about climate change that will lead to greater understanding of its impact.
To Conserve Tropical Forests and Wildlife, Protect Rights of People Who Rely on Them
A UConn global environment expert argues that when countries protect the rights of local people and support their participation in the political process, they are better able to handle conflicts over the environment.
The New Game of Russian Roulette for Fire-Prone Ecosystems
The findings of a new study are a concern for fire-prone ecosystems, including those in the United States, Australia, and South Africa.
Invasive Japanese Barberry to Gain Ground with Climate Change
One of New England’s invasive species, Japanese barberry, will remain and flourish in new areas under predicted temperature increases, while the other, garlic mustard, will head north, says a new study.
Accounting for Extreme Rainfall
A UConn climate scientist says more intense and frequent rainfall is coming, with no drop-off.
Feeling the Heat: The Urban Response to Climate Change
A survey of low-income Hartford residents shows many are concerned about climate change and want to learn more about it to protect themselves and their families.
Black Sea Project Discovers Unseen Medieval Ship
UConn nautical archaeologist Kroum Batchvarov says seeing the medieval shipwreck for the first time was 'a truly thrilling moment.'
Study Says the Ocean’s Largest Life is Under Threat of Extinction
Human fishing poses a greater threat than climate change to future ocean life, according to UConn's Andrew Bush and co-authors, in a new study in Science.
Critical Information Needed in Fight to Save Wildlife
A UConn ecologist headed an international group of biologists calling for a global effort to improve climate change predictions for biodiversity.
Researchers Have Big Plans for Whale Data
Researchers from UConn and Mystic Aquarium are working with beluga whales to better understand the impact of human activity and climate change on marine species.