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How the Ski Industry Stopped Worrying and Learned to Love Climate Activism
A cultural shift is underway to transform outdoor buffs into stalwarts for climate action. Will it come soon enough to save their sport?
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The Challenges of Forecasting Small, But Mighty, Polar Lows
These intense maritime storms pose threats to high-latitude coastal communities and economic activities and may influence climate and ocean circulation.
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Ashlee Wilkins: A Space Scientist Goes to Washington
“Big-picture science questions” fuel science policy discussions.
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Rebecca Charbonneau: The Future of Scientific History
Historian finds the liberal arts support a deeper study of science.
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Ashley Lindalía Walker: Leading a Celebration of Black Scientists
Astronomer bridges academic and social media outreach.
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Navakanesh M Batmanathan: Customizing Hazard Outreach
Geologist contributes to community-focused outreach in Southeast Asia.
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Robin George Andrews: “The New York Times Volcano Guy”
Making the leap from science to journalism.
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Darcy L. Peter: Harnessing Alaska’s Native Knowledge
A climate scientist finds her dream job not far from home.
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Fushcia-Ann Hoover: The Business of Environmental Justice
EcoGreenQueen balances academia and entrepreneurship.