The Coastal Call, presented by the Center for Climate, Coastal, and Marine Studies at Fairfield University, brings listeners to the frontlines of impactful, institution-wide research on our changing coasts and climate. Each episode dives deep into the latest discoveries and large-scale initiatives shaping our oceans, shorelines, and communities. Through engaging discussions and expert interviews, The Coastal Call offers an opportunity to explore robust climate and coastal research.
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In this season finale of The Coastal Call, Fairfield University’s Center for Climate, Coastal, and Marine Studies joins Boston College’s Climate Reveal podcast for a live conversation at the Schiller Institute for Integrated Science and Society. Hosted by Rob Nazarian, PhD with Boston College co-hosts David Deese, PhD, and Chris Citorik, the episode explores how Jesuit colleges and universities advance climate research through interdisciplinary collaboration, student mentorship, and public engagement. The conversation highlights Fairfield’s undergraduate research model, extreme snowfall in a warming climate, ocean carbon uptake, long-term climate observations, biofuels, sustainable aviation fuel, and the importance of making research accessible beyond the academy. Listen in to learn how faculty, students, and institutions are working together to better understand climate change and serve the common good.
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