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Biosphere 2 Science for the Future of Our Planet
  • Level Foundation
  • المدة 29 ساعات hours
  • الطبع بواسطة University of Arizona
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Are you ready to take an incredible journey around Planet Earth and beyond? In this course, you will delve into a world of innovative science and learn from a team of Biosphere 2 and University of Arizona researchers. From plants and soils, to oceans and rainforests, the Moon, Mars, and more, this course is an exciting opportunity for anyone interested in science and Earth stewardship. Learn how a unique research station in the Arizona desert is used to investigate big ideas, such as how Earth systems interact, the effects of climate change, and what our future holds. Go back in time thousands of years with information locked in ancient trees, and travel into an imagined future where humans become Martians. Collect and analyze your own scientific data, discuss big questions with participants from around the world, and gain novel insights and understanding about our wonderfully unique planet.

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Welcome to Biosphere 2 Science for the Future of our Planet

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
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  • Learner Introductions

2 Videos

  • Welcome to the Course
  • Meet Joaquin Ruiz, Director of Biosphere 2

Part 1

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Lecture 1a

3 Videos

  • Module 1 Intro
  • Meet John Adams
  • Lecture 1a – Introducing Biosphere 2

Part 2

    • 1 Videos
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  • Lecture 1b

1 Videos

  • Lecture 1b - The Story of Biosphere 2

Part 3

    • 1 Videos
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  • Lecture 1c

1 Videos

  • Lecture 1c - Biosphere 2 Research

Part 4

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
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  • Lecture 1d

1 Discussions

  • Module 1 Discussion - Biosphere 2

2 Videos

  • Lecture 1d - Biosphere 2 and the Water Cycle
  • Module 1 Wrap Up

Part 1

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Lecture 2a

3 Videos

  • Module 2 Intro
  • Meet Kevin Anchukaitis
  • Lecture 2a - Global Warming and Carbon Dioxide

1 Readings

  • Module 2 Supplemental Content

Part 2

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Lecture 2b

1 Videos

  • Lecture 2b - Rain, Snow, & Climate Change

Part 3

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Lecture 2c

1 Discussions

  • Module 2 Discussion

3 Videos

  • Meet David Frank
  • Lecture 2c - Fires & Climate Disruption
  • Module 2 Wrap Up

Part 1

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Lecture 3a

3 Videos

  • Module 3 Intro
  • Meet Peter Troch
  • Lecture 3a - Water on Earth

Part 2

    • 1 Videos
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  • Lecture 3b

1 Videos

  • Lecture 3b - How much water do we use?

Part 3

    • 1 Videos
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  • Lecture 3c

1 Videos

  • Lecture 3c - How will climate change affect water availability?

Part 4

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Lecture 3d

1 Discussions

  • Module 3 Discussion - Your Water

2 Videos

  • Lecture 3d - Water cycle research
  • Module 3 Wrap Up

Part 1

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Lecture 4a

3 Videos

  • Module 4 Intro
  • Meet Larry Venable
  • Lecture 4a - Biodiversity and its maintenance

1 Readings

  • Module 4 Supplemental Content

Part 2

    • 1 Videos
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  • Lecture 4b

1 Videos

  • Lecture 4b - Functional traits and diversity

Part 3

    • 1 Videos
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  • Lecture 4c

1 Videos

  • Lecture 4c - Vegetation response to climate change

Part 4

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Lecture 4d

2 Discussions

  • Module 4 Discussion
  • Optional Activity - Plant Survey

2 Videos

  • Lecture 4d - Biological bet hedging
  • Module 4 Wrap Up

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    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Lecture 5a

3 Videos

  • Module 5 Intro
  • Meet Joost Van Haren
  • Lecture 5a - The Biosphere 2 Rainforest

Part 2

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Lecture 5b

2 Discussions

  • Module 5 Discussion 1
  • Module 5 Discussion 2

2 Videos

  • Lecture 5b - Tropical Rainforests of the Amazon
  • Module 5 Wrap Up

Part 1

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Lecture 6a

3 Videos

  • Module 6 Intro
  • Meet Julia Cole
  • Lecture 6a - The ocean, climate, and humans

1 Readings

  • Module 6 Supplemental Content

Part 2

    • 1 Videos
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  • Lecture 6b

1 Videos

  • Lecture 6b - Global warming, Ocean warming

Part 3

    • 1 Videos
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  • Lecture 6c

1 Videos

  • Lecture 6c - Acidification: Warming's evil twin

Part 4

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Lecture 6d

1 Discussions

  • Module 6 Discussion - The Ocean

2 Videos

  • Lecture 6d - The global coral reef crisis
  • Module 6 Wrap Up

Part 1

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Lecture 7a

3 Videos

  • Module 7 Intro
  • Meet Katerina Dontsova
  • Lecture 7a - Why do we care about soil?

1 Readings

  • Module 7 Supplemental Content

Part 2

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Lecture 7b

2 Videos

  • Meet Rachel Gallery
  • Lecture 7b - Soil biodiversity

Part 3

    • 1 Videos
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  • Lecture 7c

1 Videos

  • Lecture 7c - Soil microorganisms

Part 4

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
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  • Lecture 7d

1 Discussions

  • Module 7 Discussion - Soils

2 Videos

  • Lesson 7d - Soils and human survival
  • Module 7 Wrap Up

Part 1

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Lecture 8a

3 Videos

  • Module 8 Intro
  • Meet Gene Giacomelli
  • Lecture 8a - Plant processes and the Lunar Greenhouse

1 Readings

  • Module 8 Supplemental Content

Part 2

    • 1 Videos
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  • Lecture 8b

1 Videos

  • Lecture 8b - Controlled Environment Agriculture

Part 3

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Discussion
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  • Lecture 8c

2 Discussions

  • Module 8 Discussion - Homegrown food
  • Module 8 Project - Homegrown Hydroponics

2 Videos

  • Lecture 8c - Home Grown Hydroponics
  • Module 8 Wrap Up

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    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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  • Lecture 9a

3 Videos

  • Module 9 Intro
  • Meet Chris Impey
  • Lecture 9a - Living on a finite planet

1 Readings

  • Module 9 Supplemental Content

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    • 1 Videos
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  • Lecture 9b

1 Videos

  • Lecture 9b - Resources in space

Part 3

    • 1 Videos
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  • Lecture 9c

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  • Lecture 9c - The future of space travel

Part 4

    • 1 Videos
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  • Lecture 9d

1 Videos

  • Lecture 9d - The Moon and Mars

Part 5

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
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  • Lecture 9e

1 Discussions

  • Module 9 Discussion - Space Exploration

2 Videos

  • Lecture 9e - Living Beyond Earth
  • Module 9 Wrap Up

Auto Summary

Embark on an extraordinary scientific journey with the course "Biosphere 2 Science for the Future of Our Planet," designed for those passionate about Earth stewardship and innovative research. This engaging course, provided by Coursera, features a team of expert researchers from Biosphere 2 and the University of Arizona. It spans a diverse range of topics, including plant and soil science, oceanography, rainforest ecology, and even the exploration of the Moon and Mars. Participants will explore how the unique Biosphere 2 research station in the Arizona desert is used to study critical Earth systems and the impacts of climate change. The course offers a deep dive into historical climate data preserved in ancient trees and envisions future scenarios of human life on Mars. Learners will have the opportunity to collect and analyze their own scientific data, engage in thought-provoking discussions with a global community, and gain a profound understanding of our planet's complexity. This foundational course is spread over a duration of 1740 minutes and is available through two subscription options: Starter and Professional. It is ideal for science enthusiasts, environmentalists, and anyone keen on contributing to the future of our planet through informed, scientific inquiry.

Kevin E. Bonine, PhD
Instructor

Kevin E. Bonine, PhD