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The IUCN is the global authority on the status of the natural world and the measures needed to protect it. It provides scientific expertise to governments and international bodies, creating the 'Red List' of threatened species. Their work focuses on conservation science, policy advice, and managing...
Frank Press was a prominent American geologist specializing in geophysics and seismology. His work significantly advanced the understanding of Earth’s interior processes. Notably, he spearheaded efforts during the Carter administration to establish a worldwide seismic monitoring system for detecting...
The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) combines scientific research and policy advocacy to address pressing environmental and social challenges. They conduct independent research, analyze policy proposals, and engage with policymakers to promote evidence-based solutions. UCSs credibility and expert...
Marcia McNutt is an American geophysicist who served as USGS director (2009–2013) and in 2016 became the first woman elected president of the National Academy of Sciences.
