Nature Artist Celia Cortez rejected corporate money to honor nature

Nature artist Celia Cortez transitioned from a corporate career to full-time artistry in Santa Fe, New Mexico, a hub for artists. She connects with nature through hiking and observation capturing the beauty of life and death in her drawings, particularly of flowers. She inspires others, including the elderly at an assisted living facility, by teaching them drawing.

Physical Oceanographer wins Rainfall Forecasting Contest. Ray Schmitt

Rainfall forecasting models are essential for predicting droughts and floods. Ray Schmitt physical oceanographer at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, studies ocean salinity and its impact on climate change. He advocates for global expansion of forecasting techniques while addressing climate change and policy challenges.