The Tree-Ring Laboratory, University of Arizona

The Tree-Ring Laboratory at the University of Arizona specializes in studying the growth rings of trees to understand past climate conditions, ecosystems, and environmental changes. By analyzing these rings, scientists can reconstruct historical weather patterns, droughts, and ecological events, providing valuable insights into how the Earth's climate has varied over time. The laboratory combines dendrochronology (the science of dating tree rings) with advanced techniques to interpret long-term environmental data, aiding researchers in climate research, archaeology, and ecology. It is a leading center for understanding natural history through the study of tree growth patterns.