Dr. Louisa Bradtmiller

Professor Bradtmiller is a paleoclimatologist/paleoceanographer interested in the ocean’s role in climate change on glacial-interglacial timescales. Her ongoing research uses ocean sediments to reconstruct past changes in ocean biogeochemistry and nutrient cycling, with a focus on the transfer of carbon between the ocean and atmosphere during periods of past climate change. Her recent research also includes investigations into changes in major monsoon systems on glacial-interglacial timescales as well as during abrupt climate transitions. Since 2024 she has also served as the college’s Dean of Advising, leading faculty development efforts around advising and overseeing the First Year Course program. 

• BA in Geology, Smith College, 2002
• MA in Paleoceanography and Paleoclimate, Columbia University, 2005
• MPhil in Paleoceanography and Paleoclimate, Columbia University, 2006
• PhD in Geochemistry, Columbia University, 2008