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New Decision-Making Framework for Facing an Uncertain Future

New Decision-Making Framework for Facing an Uncertain Future

A new, dynamic decision-making tool from North Central and Southeast CASC researchers and partners helps identify resource management challenges...

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USGS Friday's Findings - October 27th 2023

USGS Friday's Findings - October 27th 2023

Title: Terrestrial-Aquatic linkages in the Nisqually River Delta Food Web

Speaker: Melanie Davis, Assistant Unit Leader - Oregon Cooperative Fish and...

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Scientists are people too! Using storytelling to connect people to your science.

Scientists are people too! Using storytelling to connect people to your science.

In this workshop, USGS science communicators will showcase diverse science communication careers within the USGS, demonstrating the many paths, skill...

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2023 Climate Adaptation Leadership Awards Recognize Northeast CASC Researchers

2023 Climate Adaptation Leadership Awards Recognize Northeast CASC Researchers

Northeast CASC researchers Anthony D’Amato and Michelle Staudinger were recognized by the 2023 Climate Adaptation Leadership Awards given by the...

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Identifying Causes of American Kestrel Declines to Inform Conservation Actions

Identifying Causes of American Kestrel Declines to Inform Conservation Actions

American kestrels are declining across most of their North American range at a steady rate of approximately -1.4% per year (Sauer et al. 2019). The...

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Call for Nominations: Experts for IPBES Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services Assessment

Call for Nominations: Experts for IPBES Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services Assessment

The Intergovernmental Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) is seeking experts with expertise relevant to a global assessment of...

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EESI Podcast Features the South Central CASC’s Collaborative Work in the Red River Basin

EESI Podcast Features the South Central CASC’s Collaborative Work in the Red River Basin

A recent episode of “The Climate Conversation” podcast from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute highlights the collaborative climate...

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EESC in the News: Flamingos Blown in by Hurricane Idalia

EESC in the News: Flamingos Blown in by Hurricane Idalia

By Terry Ward

Garden & Gun, October 11, 2023

“No one has ever seen anything like this,” one expert says.

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“Future-Proofing” Freshwater Plants, Animals, and Habitat

“Future-Proofing” Freshwater Plants, Animals, and Habitat

Planning for uncertainty: A new National CASC-led publication outlines ways to build adaptable management plans for freshwater plants and animals.

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Using Rapid Climate Assessments to Synthesize Science in the North Central Region

Using Rapid Climate Assessments to Synthesize Science in the North Central Region

The North Central CASC’s Rapid Climate Assessment Program (RCAP) had a successful start and will expand to meet the needs of the north central region.

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Study confirms age of oldest fossil human footprints in North America

Study confirms age of oldest fossil human footprints in North America

ALAMOGORDO, N.M. — New research reaffirms that human footprints found in White Sands National Park, NM, date to the Last Glacial Maximum, placing...

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New "Fueling Discovery" Wildland Fire Science Webinar Slated for October 10, 2023

New "Fueling Discovery" Wildland Fire Science Webinar Slated for October 10, 2023

Fueling Discovery with USGS Wildland Fire Science is a public webinar series hosted by USGS Wildland Fire Science and the Ecosystems Mission Area...

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