Climate Change
Our College of Science and Health faculty and students rise to meet the challenges of climate change through innovative, groundbreaking research in climate science across a multitude of disciplines. Here are a few examples:
Environmental Science (MS)
<p>Gain conservation skills and the tools to succeed in a range of environmentally focused careers with an MS in Environmental Science. You’ll learn from <a href="/academics/environmental-science-studies/Pages/faculty-staff.aspx">leading specialists</a> in climate science and sustainability. For example, Dr. Jessica Vogt studies how urban forestry can help cities and communities be more resilient in the face of climate change. Check out her <a href="https://www.lufa-depaul.org/">Lab for Urban Forestry in the Anthropocene (LUFA)</a>.</p>
Biological Sciences (MS)
<p>The MS in Biological Sciences is a versatile degree that’s ideal for those who plan to teach, research, or pursue a PhD. <a href="/academics/biological-sciences/Pages/faculty-staff.aspx">Faculty</a> study a range of climate-related subjects, from the physiological responses of people and animals to shifting environments to the impacts of a warming climate on tree health. Visit <a href="https://belllab.weebly.com/">Dr. Margaret Bell’s lab</a>, which studies how environmental contaminants like polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) affect brain function, hormone actions, and immune processes.</p>
Chemistry (MS)
<p>DePaul’s MS in Chemistry prepares you for advanced work in chemistry and biochemistry, and for further graduate study. <a href="/academics/chemistry/Pages/faculty-staff.aspx">Our faculty</a> specialize in organic, physical, and inorganic chemistry at the intersection of multiple disciplines. Learn more about <a href="https://sites.google.com/site/drkyleagrice/research">Dr. Kyle Grice’s research</a> on how carbon dioxide can be recycled to fuel and other components that could reduce a dependence on petroleum. </p>