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Science to Sustain the Planet

For more than 60 years, Lamont-Doherty has been a driving force behind important breakthroughs in earth and environmental sciences. From the evolution of the planet to the causes and impacts of climate change to natural disaster mitigation, researchers at Lamont-Doherty help answer some of the fundamental questions of our time.

Our commitment to expanding knowledge about the earth also extends to educating the next generation of scientists. 
Researchers and faculty at the Observatory mentor some of the most talented graduate students from around the world
and participate in outreach projects with local elementary and high schools.

At the Forefront of Discovery

The Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory was the first to:

    * Provide definitive evidence to support the theory of plate tectonics and continental drift
    * Explain the role of large-scale ocean circulation systems in abrupt climate change
    * Systematically study and create a global topographic map of the oceans
    * Predict extreme weather associated with an El Niño event
    * Detect and monitor nuclear explosions using seismometers as part of the
      Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty

Why Your Gift Matters

Private support is critical to Lamont-Doherty's long-term success. It allows us to attract and retain the brightest minds, to invest in state-of-the-art facilities, and to provide seed money for visionary research projects. With partners like you, we can advance the field of scientific exploration and attain the fundamental knowledge needed to sustain our planet.