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University of Arizona

Biosphere 2 Science for the Future of Our Planet

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.

Status: Sustainable Systems
Status: Research
BeginnerCourse28 hours

Featured reviews

JW

5.0Reviewed May 22, 2021

A very interesting course, I previously had very little knowledge about the work going on in Biosphere 2. The last module especially was well delivered and inspiring.

BC

5.0Reviewed Jun 14, 2020

Great course! Easy to follow with great teachers from multiple subjects. The course is very informative and encourages you to research environmental information about the area you live in.

BS

5.0Reviewed Sep 11, 2018

I really loved this course! So much information and really well laid out in great modules.

JB

5.0Reviewed Apr 26, 2020

Exceptional, fascinating and inspiring.The lecturers and videos are really interesting and some are quite challenging.A really worthwhile course to study.I really enjoyed it and will miss it!

MS

5.0Reviewed May 13, 2018

Very educational program i really enjoyed and learned alot.

DA

5.0Reviewed Nov 29, 2020

Very good course to learn about Plant ecology, space and Aquaponics

SS

5.0Reviewed May 13, 2018

Thank you for the opportunity it was very educational. I learned alot.

TR

5.0Reviewed Sep 5, 2020

Very nice. I learned a lot. Biosphere 2.0 is a cool place. The last module is an awesome conclusion to the course.

WK

5.0Reviewed May 10, 2018

This course covered so many interesting things and topics, and also went into some astronomy, which I really enjoy. Overall would recommend this course if you are interested in Earth.

GJ

4.0Reviewed Feb 23, 2019

Well organized layout of course, clear objectives, knowledgable instructors. I would like to see more of what goes on in B2.

SD

5.0Reviewed Jul 26, 2021

R​eally enjoyed the journey. This has been really insightful. The final two weeks has been phenomenal.

DP

5.0Reviewed May 13, 2018

Excellent materials, presentation and great information for all! I loved this course.

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