The field of environmental studies examines the complex relationships between humans and the natural world. Like environmental science, students of environmental studies learn about ecology, biology, ...

Ready to tackle complex environmental challenges? UW’s environmental studies (ENR) minor is the perfect complement to any major. You’ll take core courses in environmental science, environmental ...

The Department of Environmental Studies and Sciences (ESS) offers interdisciplinary programs of study leading to a bachelor of science in environmental science or environmental studies. A minor in ...

Communities across the globe are facing unprecedented challenges in the Anthropocene. These challenges are particularly acute ...

Exposure to household air pollution from firewood and kerosene cooking can significantly impair children’s cognitive development, raising new concerns about the health and future productivity of ...

Cancer occurs when genetic changes disrupt normal cell functions. These genetic mutations can be inherited; they can happen spontaneously when cells make copies of themselves; or they can be caused by ...

Physician-scientists at Oregon Health & Science University warn that exposure to air pollution may have serious implications for a child's developing brain. Air pollution causes harmful contaminants, ...

The development of a child begins during pregnancy, when prenatal environmental factors and genetic influences interact to ...

Harold Ward, a professor emeritus of chemistry and environmental studies who is known as the father of the environmental studies program at Brown, passed away on Dec. 4, 2024 at the age of 89. He is ...

Do you want to make a difference in our shared environmental future? Are you passionate about positive change? Would you enjoy being a decision-maker on sustainable policy? Environmental studies jobs ...