Three distinguished scientists at the Columbia Climate School’s Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory have recently been recognized by prestigious scientific organizations for their groundbreaking work.
Kerstin Lehnert, director of Lamont’s Geoinformatics group, has been awarded the Edward A. Flinn III Award by the American Geophysical Union for her exceptional leadership in developing scientific data infrastructures. Lehnert’s work has been instrumental in promoting FAIR data practices and making geochemical data accessible online.
Dhruv Balwada, an assistant research professor in ocean and climate physics, has been honored with the Nicholas P. Fofonoff Award by the American Meteorological Association. Balwada’s research on ocean currents and their impact on climate has significantly contributed to our understanding of Earth’s ecosystems.
Gisela Winckler, a prominent geochemist, has been elected as a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science for her exceptional contributions to paleoceanography. Winckler’s research on climate and environmental changes has provided valuable insights into the Earth’s history and its impact on current climate patterns.
