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Are mountains carbon dioxide sources or sinks? New study finds they can be both
A new study has found that mountains can be carbon dioxide sources or sinks and has identified the tipping point at which they switch from one to the other.
National Academy of Sciences honors geosciences professor for advancements in river science
The National Academy of Sciences will honor Ellen Wohl with the G.K. Warren Prize for her expansive research and discoveries in river and watershed sciences.
How do mountains form?
Sean Gallen, a geomorphologist at CSU, recently shared his ideas explaining how delamination contributes to high elevations in a Live Science article, “How do mountains form?” New findings by geologists concerning tectonic plates and the formation of mountains are highlighted in this article.
Seismology records growing rumble of climate change
Since the late 1980s, seismic stations around the world have been taking the planet’s pulse. The low, steady thrum of ocean waves – once considered background noise by seismologists – has been intensifying since the late 20th century, according to a study led by Colorado State University.
Study suggests river erosion can shape fish evolution
Findings from an MIT-led study involving CSU geoscientist Sean Gallen could explain biodiversity hotspots in tectonically quiet regions.
Below the surface: Researchers uncover reasons to rethink how mountains are built
A study led by Colorado State University suggests that the answers to how and why mountains form are buried deeper than once thought.
Geosciences student combines art and science in Rivers Illustrated exhibit
Emily Iskin combines science with art in a new exhibit called Rivers Illustrated, opening Friday, June 23 at the Kawuneeche Visitor Center.
Rick Knight to speak at special seminar: ‘Ranchers as a Keystone Species in a West that Works’
Rick Knight, professor emeritus, will be speaking at a special seminar entitled "Ranchers as a Keystone Species in a West that Works."
Geosciences professor awarded Fulbright for 2023-2024
Derek Schutt, a Colorado State University professor of geophysics in the Warner College of Natural Resources Department of Geosciences, has received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award for the 2023-2024 academic year from the U.S. Department of State and the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board.
Spring 2023 Warner Graduate Sticker Designing Competition
Every semester upon completing CSU's Destination Survey, Warner graduates receive a sticker. In the past, the sticker has been designed by the WCNR communications team but this semester will be a little different; we want to make the sticker extra special by having one of our students design it.