The George Perkins Marsh Institute at Clark University is dedicated to research on one of the most fundamental questions confronting humankind: How can we sustain natural and human systems amidst profound global change?
Welcome to the Marsh Institute
About the Marsh Institute
Grounded in nearly a century of applied research at Clark University, the George Perkins Marsh Institute studies the socio-ecological, technical, institutional and other systems through which humans interact with their surrounding environments.
In Memory of Dr. Roger Kasperson ’59
Clark University is saddened by the passing of Dr. Roger Kasperson ’59, longtime professor of geography, former provost, former director of the George Perkins Marsh Institute, and member of the National Academy of Sciences. Memorial donations may be made to the Jeanne X. Kasperson Library Endowed Fund.
Research
Focused generally on how humans interact with the environment, the Marsh Institute draws on expertise from the social, natural, and technical sciences to conduct multidisciplinary, integrated research programs.
Student Opportunities
The Marsh Institute oversees grants and programs that allow undergraduate and graduate students to conduct research on human-environment interactions and sustainability issues.
Kasperson Library
Housed in the Marsh Institute, the Jeanne X. Kasperson Research Library includes resources related to environmental issues.
Faces and Places of Marsh Research
Blackstone River Paddle
John Rogan gives HERO students a tour of the Hadwen Arboretum.
2023 Geller Awardee Josaphat Barcenas-Argueta giving a presentation of his research
Contact Information
George Perkins Marsh Institute
Office Location
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Mailing Address:
950 Main Street
Worcester, MA 01610-1477 -
Visiting address:
New location –
Sackler Sciences Center
Rooms 342 – 350 - 1-508-751-4622
- 1-508-751-4600 FAX
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