My research looks at how we use the chemistry of coral skeletons to reconstruct past climate.
We can use corals to reconstruct historical temperature data, using the chemical composition of corals and the chemistry of the sea water surrounding them.
Professor Michael Wilberg was awarded the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science’s President’s Award for Excellence in Application of Science for his ongoing and impactful efforts on the science and outstanding communication of oyster management with stakeholders, partners, and policymakers.
Senior Faculty Research Assistant Janet Barnes was given the inaugural President’s Award for Outstanding Research Support at this year’s Commencement ceremony. The award represents an honor bestowed by the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) to recognize professional achievements of faculty research assistants.
These disturbing times challenge us to reflect on our values to ensure that there is no place for any form of racism or discrimination in our institution and to reaffirm our commitment to ensuring diversity of all kinds within all facets of our enterprise. We must be the change we wish to see in the world.
As the UMCES community convened virtually for our seventh annual Commencement ceremony to celebrate this year’s graduates, Associate Professor Matt Fitzpatrick from the Appalachian Laboratory was awarded the Outstanding Faculty Mentorship Award.
