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Michael E. Mann is the Presidential Distinguished Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Science at the University of Pennsylvania, with a secondary appointment at the Annenberg School for Communication. He serves as Vice Provost for Climate Science, Policy, and Action and directs the Penn Center for Science, Sustainability, and the Media (PCSSM), while also being a faculty fellow at the Kleinman Center for Energy Policy.
- Education: BS in Physics and Applied Math (UC Berkeley), MS in Physics (Yale), PhD in Geology & Geophysics (Yale)
His research focuses on the Earth’s climate system, particularly the science, impacts, and policy implications of human-caused climate change. He has pioneered studies on climate variability, tropical cyclones, and planetary wave dynamics using models like CLIMBER-2 and observational datasets.
Mann’s recent work spans topics such as ocean warming, climate communication, and extreme weather events. His publications highlight trends in tropical cyclone activity, climate policy interventions, and the intersection of climate change with health risks.
- Scientific Awards: Hans Oeschger Medal (2012), Tyler Prize (2019), Leo Szilard Award (2021), Fellow of multiple scientific societies
- Key Contributions: Lead Author, IPCC Third Assessment Report (2001); Co-founder of RealClimate.org; Nobel Peace Prize contribution (2007)
As a highly cited researcher and public science communicator, Mann bridges climate science with policy and media engagement. His affiliations include leadership roles at interdisciplinary centers focused on sustainability and climate solutions.
