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Daniel Rothman is a theoretical scientist specializing in the dynamics of Earth system organization and the microbial biosphere. His research interests focus on understanding how the organization of the natural world emerges from the interactions between life and the physical environment. Rothman's work employs mathematics and statistical nonlinear physics, particularly concerning the carbon cycle and its coupling with climate—a central effort in his research. He addresses fundamental questions about global biogeochemical cycles, their evolution, and stability, often constructing simple mathematical models to predict and explain observational data. Rothman joined the faculty of the MIT Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences (EAPS) in 1986 after earning an AB in applied mathematics from Brown University and a PhD in geophysics from Stanford University. His significant contributions span seismology, fluid flow, biogeochemistry, and geobiology, along with advancements in statistical physics. In 2011, he co-founded the MIT Lorenz Center, an interdisciplinary research facility focused on climate studies.
MIT Lorenz Center • Cambridge, MA
Co-founded and co-directs an interdisciplinary research center focused on climate research.
MIT Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences • Cambridge, MA
Conducts research and teaches courses related to geophysics and Earth system dynamics.