ES field guide
Earth and environmental sciences
Earth systems, climate, oceans, natural resources, hazards, and environmental change.
This guide is a broad starting point. Department names and research boundaries vary by institution.
What this area covers
Earth and environmental sciences study the planet and the systems that shape it. Research often combines field observations, laboratory work, remote sensing, and computational models.
Fieldwork seasons, data access, and funding for travel can decide feasibility as much as the research topic.
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Topics to explore
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Climate science
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Geology
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Ocean science
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Atmospheric science
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Hydrology
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Environmental science