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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Winners Announced for the TESI Education and Outreach Grant
Congratulations to Lisseth Rojas Pelayo and Carolina Simon-Pardo on receiving the 2026 TESI Education and Outreach Grant! The grant program…
Stephanie Killingsworth receives the UF Superior Accomplishment Award
Stephanie Killingsworth, TESI K-12 Education and Outreach Coordinator, has been recognized with the 2026 Division Three Superior Accomplishment Award....
Winning Photograph from Fellowship Bird Banding Field Experience
Kristen Grace, a photographer at the Florida Museum, joined the Environmental Leaders Fellows for a bird banding experience in January…