The University of Florida Thompson Earth Systems Institute is advancing communication and education about Earth systems science in a way that inspires Floridians to be effective stewards of our planet.
What is Earth systems science?
The study of the interactions among air, water, land and life on Earth, and how these systems are influenced by human activities.
Only by understanding how the Earth’s systems interact will we be poised to fully understand the ways human activity affects the natural environment in which we live.
Our vision is to lead the way to a healthier planet by cultivating a responsible and curious society that values, trusts and has access to science. Read more.
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National Curriculum Partnership with LabXchange
The Thompson Earth Systems Institute’s Scientist in Every Florida School (SEFS) program has a mission to engage Floridians with earth…
SEFS Announces Inaugural Teacher Ambassador Program Recipients
Eight Florida educators have helped expand science education opportunities, share classroom successes and connect fellow teachers with scientists through the...
How a TESI Internship Opened Doors in Energy and Policy
When I first joined the Thompson Earth Systems Institute (TESI) at the Florida Museum of Natural History, I did not…