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The B.S. in Marine Science and Conservation is designed for students wishing to pursue a career in ocean sciences including graduate studies.The Marine Science and Conservation major is designed to be flexible, allowing students to build proficiency in many aspects of marine science while affording ample opportunity for specialization in a field or topic of interest. Students can choose to pursue independent research projects potentially leading to Graduation with Distinction.

This degree is designed to be a general liberal arts major for students interested in studying social science, policy and governance related to oceans. The Marine Science and Conservation major is designed to be flexible, allowing students to build proficiency in many aspects of marine science while affording ample opportunity for specialization in a field or topic of interest. Students can choose to pursue independent research projects potentially leading to Graduation with Distinction.

The Bachelor of Arts (A.B.) in Environmental Sciences and Policy prepares students to be science-literate decision makers. Students seeking a strong foundation for careers in policy, business, law, human health, education or public service are well served by this curriculum. The A.B. degree requires 14-15 courses.

We create knowledge through basic, applied, and multidisciplinary research in the relevant physical, life, and social sciences designed to expand our understanding of the Earth and its environment. Duke Environment provides opportunities for purpose-driven individuals to learn about or pursue careers that make positive contributions to the environment and the world. We bring together bright, talented and ambitious people from across the globe whose interests vary from conservation to climate change and everything in between.

The mission of the Center for Geological and Climate Hazards is to nucleate and facilitate multidisciplinary research and training related to natural hazards. The Center was established in 2006 by the UB College of Arts and Sciences, with Prof. Michael F. Sheridan as the founding director.Since that time the Center’s activities have grown through additional UB investment and through several significant research grants. Major efforts are establishing online collaborative platforms (vhub.org) and field-scale experimental capabilities for use by the international research community. The Center for Geological and Climate Hazards is part of larger UB efforts in sustainability research and training (RENEW).Any member of the UB community can join the Center for Geological and Climate Hazards at no cost. Members receive updates on upcoming events, newsletters, and join a list that can be used to find natural hazards-related expertise within UB.Graduate students who are Center members are eligible to apply for the Graduate Student Research Grant. Any UB graduate student who is a member of the Center is eligible, regardless of home department. The Call for Proposals is usually issued in January each year.The Center hosts training events, seminars, workshops, and conferences that provide forums for learning and networking within the UB, national, and international research communities.

MCEER is a national multidisciplinary and multi-hazard earthquake engineering research center, helping communities by developing new knowledge, tools and technologies to increase disaster resiliency in the face of earthquakes and other extreme events.MCEER was established at the University at Buffalo by the National Science Foundation in 1986 as the National Center for Earthquake Engineering Research (NCEER). In 1998, the center was renamed to the Multidisciplinary Center for Earthquake Engineering Research (MCEER). This led to the genesis of its current name, MCEER.Researchers from UB, industry partners and institutions throughout the United States work together to address technical impacts natural and man-made hazards have critical infrastructure, facilities and society.

The Emergency and Risk Communication Message Testing (ERC) Laboratory is an interdisciplinary laboratory within the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity at the University at Albany.At the ERC Laboratory, we conduct applied research with a focus on short fuse, imminent threat hazards. Using a variety of methods, including interviews and focus groups, experiments and surveys, and user interaction, we identify strategies to increase attention, comprehension, and behavioral intent when action can’t wait.

In the Master of Science in Emergency Management and Homeland Security program at the University at Albany, you will learn how to prepare for, respond to, recover from, and mitigate against crises. The degree encompasses the fundamental principles of emergency management and homeland security: identifying stakeholders, studying past incidents and research, evaluating governance and ethics, and designing appropriate solutions.The program provides a core curriculum in both disciplines while offering you multiple options for specialization. Unique opportunities to demonstrate expertise through independent research or applied projects will secure you a competitive advantage for roles in consulting, analysis, business continuity, nongovernmental and governmental organizations, and higher education.These customizable learning pathways combined with options to complete the degree on campus or online or through synchronous, simulcast course lectures offer a truly flexible educational experience to meet your professional development and career goals.