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This past year the forest fires in Canada and the extreme rain in September got us all thinking about air pollution and rainfall. Particles in the air form nuclei for clouds to condense around. In light of this connection, this is an investigation into the correlation between air pollution and rainfall.
Team Avatar uses BioBlitz Field Data to explore whether lichens can indicate temperature variations in NYC
Our project focuses on the connection between nature and humans and how it is depicted through art by featuring how nature is depicted through art using Kant’s aesthetic philosophy, the harm humans conduct to nature, and how nature is preserved by humans.
Our findings suggest that a reduction in human interaction with other organisms, even those that have evolved to live alongside humans, may allow those organisms to better thrive.
Come listen to the sounds that are ingrained into our lives, yet are often unnoticed and tuned out. For once, relax and take a moment to appreciate the sounds of NY!
When you see a flock of ducks, have you asked yourself why are they leaving? Dive into our research on duck distribution in New York City where we’ll dabble on their migration patterns and similarities, finding how seasonal variation influences our avian neighbors!
Located in Brooklyn, New York, Prospect Park spans 526 acres. We examined four of the most invasive plant species and the affected native species in Prospect Park. We focused on each plant’s role and how the ecosystem is affected from the prevalence of invasive plant species. We also analyzed an in-progress solution issued by Prospect Park in recent years to target these invasive species.
Every person sees and understands events differently depending on their age, gender, social position, beliefs, and values. Our exhibit shows these perspectives as they pertain to war.
Have you thought about the last time you saw a ladybug? We did, and we realized we haven’t seen any in a while! That’s why we decided to conduct a study looking at the abundance and diversity of Lady Beetles in Urban areas compared to Rural areas of New York State.
