Author Profile: K D R Howley

Korena Di Roma Howley

Publications from K. D. R. Howley

A sign hangs on a tree in front of a house damaged by Hurricane Michael in Panama City, Fla., in 2018.

Feature 23 February 2021

Natural Hazards Have Unnatural Impacts—What More Can Science Do?

As disadvantaged communities suffer disproportionately from natural hazards, scientists, policymakers, and emergency managers explore why policies are failing—and what can be done about it.

Science Policy & Funding

African American woman adjusts a tool in a science lab.

News 3 June 2020

Deep Biases Prevent Diverse Talent from Advancing

A new study indicates that underrepresented students in science-related fields are innovating at high rates—but not reaping commensurate rewards.

Geohealth

A man and a woman in blue lab coats smile in a lab.

Feature 29 January 2020

Profits for the Planet

Entrepreneurs are addressing global challenges with science-based—and financially sustainable—solutions.

Geology & Geophysics

Black-and-white photo of geologist Clyde Wahrhaftig, looking like a beatnik

News 6 December 2019

The Layered Legacy of Clyde Wahrhaftig

As the geologist’s beloved guidebook gets a digital makeover, his personal contributions to the field shed light on who he was as a scientist.

Geology & Geophysics

Hilton Kelley of Community In-Power and Development Association

AGU News 25 November 2019

Communities Thrive with Thriving Earth

As AGU celebrates 100 years, its Thriving Earth Exchange is setting a foundation for the future, partnering with community leaders to bring scientific solutions to pressing local issues.

Hydrology, Cryosphere & Earth Surface

Black-and-white photo of a man sitting on a sand bank in a deep river canyon

Feature 23 May 2019

Green and Grand: John Wesley Powell and the West That Wasn’t

One hundred fifty years ago, the explorer and scientist argued that the West needed smart development. Now the fast-growing region is playing catch-up.

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