Welcome
Welcome to the Department of Earth, Planetary, and Space Sciences at UCLA. Our mission is to understand and protect our home in the universe through discovery, education, and outreach. To further this mission we strive to foster an inclusive culture of respect, collaboration, and openness to new ideas and methodologies.
News and Announcements

Exploring Your Universe Continues to Excite Local Students
On November 5th, UCLA’s Exploring Your Universe (EYU) event returned to campus. The student-led and …
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Hum of the Sun - EPSS Alum Featured on NASA's Curious Universe Podcast
EPSS alum and research Mike Hartinger was recently featured on NASA's Curious Universe Podcast, providing …
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3 UCLA Faculty Contribute to Fifth National Climate Assessment
Three UCLA professors contributed to the Fifth National Climate Assessment, a report emphasizing the pervasive …
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