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Innovative and actionable science that informs decision making for our vast and dynamic U.S. drylands

Innovative and actionable science that informs decision making for our vast and dynamic U.S. drylands

Title:  Using new tools for old problems: Innovative and actionable science that informs decision making for our vast and dynamic U.S. drylands

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RAMPS Newsletter - Fall 2025

RAMPS Newsletter - Fall 2025

In this edition: Staff updates, field trips, and a new publication on bridging seed selection theory and practice

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September 22nd: Art and Science Converge at USGS for a Flagstaff Festival of Science Exhibition

September 22nd: Art and Science Converge at USGS for a Flagstaff Festival of Science Exhibition

Join us on Monday, September 22 for “The Art of Inquiry,” a special Flagstaff Festival of Science exhibition showcasing a six-week collaboration...

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Genetic Divide Among Humpback Chub in Grand Canyon?

Genetic Divide Among Humpback Chub in Grand Canyon?

Research has revealed differences in habitats, behavior, growth, and migration among humpback chub in the Grand Canyon, prompting questions about...

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New backcountry alert system warns Grand Canyon visitors about flash floods in areas without cellular signal

New backcountry alert system warns Grand Canyon visitors about flash floods in areas without cellular signal

Visitors can subscribe to the alert system using satellite communication devices.

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Ecological Thresholds, Abiotic Stress, and Climate Change: A Conceptual Framework

Ecological Thresholds, Abiotic Stress, and Climate Change: A Conceptual Framework

As climate change accelerates, the risk of sudden, large-scale shifts in ecosystems is growing. A new USGS study examines the mechanisms behind these...

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The Changing Range: USGS initiatives support resilient ecosystems and economies on the Colorado Plateau

The Changing Range: USGS initiatives support resilient ecosystems and economies on the Colorado Plateau

The USGS provides timely, scientific information about the health of ecosystems and economies, playing a crucial role in helping communities adapt to...

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RAMPS Newsletter - Spring 2025

RAMPS Newsletter - Spring 2025

In this edition: Conferences, National Seed Strategy Progress Report for 2022 and 2023, and Publications.

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Inaugural USGS Wildlife Health Awareness Day - April 25, 2025

Inaugural USGS Wildlife Health Awareness Day - April 25, 2025

At the USGS, we are a leader in wildlife health research and disease surveillance, prioritizing the health and safety of American communities, lands...

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USGS Research Links Weather Extremes to Coastal Sediment Supply in California

USGS Research Links Weather Extremes to Coastal Sediment Supply in California

As climate change intensifies, parts of the western U.S. are experiencing a growing swing between extreme drought and intense rainfall, including...

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Dropping the Bass: USGS science helps partners stop spread of invasive smallmouth bass in the Colorado River

Dropping the Bass: USGS science helps partners stop spread of invasive smallmouth bass in the Colorado River

The USGS helps Department of the Interior partners explore possible management decisions to prevent invasive fish from spreading into the Grand Canyon...

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Assessing the Risk of Invasive Mussels Spreading throughout the Columbia River Basin

Assessing the Risk of Invasive Mussels Spreading throughout the Columbia River Basin

Western Fisheries v Mussels: Working to understand factors influencing the movement of invasive mussels in the Columbia River Basin.

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