The Alaska Forum on the Environment Forum is held each February in Anchorage, Alaska providing an opportunity for State, local, Federal, military, private, Native leaders and professionals to come together and discuss the latest projects, processes, and issues that affect Alaska.
Yvette Gillies
Communications and Outreach Coordinator/Biologist
Science and Products
Alaska Science Center Weekly Findings
Recent findings by USGS Alaska Science Center staff and their collaborators, updated weekly.
Alaska Science Center Seminar Series
The USGS Alaska Science Center has a monthly seminar series that runs from November through May. This series highlights the multiple research programs that are taking place across all disciplines at the center. Title: Graphite and Lithium Resource Potential in Alaska Date/Time: January 29, 2025 @ 11:00 am (AST)
Walrus Media/Contacts
If you have questions about walrus research or media inquiries regarding the USGS Alaska Science Center, please contact Yvette Gillies or Paul Laustsen.
Alaska Science Center Previous Seminars
The USGS Alaska Science Center has a monthly seminar series that runs from October through May. This series highlights the multiple research programs that are taking place across all disciplines at the center. Listed below are previous seminars given.
Hazards in Alaska
A major goal of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is to reduce the vulnerability of the people and areas most at risk from natural hazards. Working with partners throughout all sectors of society, the USGS provides information, products, and knowledge to help build more resilient communities. This site provides important links to a number of hazard related internet sites that provide important...
USGS Alaska Q&A Series
USGS scientists and collaborators talk about their work in Alaska through a series of Questions and Answers (Q&As). The links below contain interviews, photos, and other information about the work and collaborations of the USGS Alaska Science Center.
Polar Bear Media/Contacts
If you have questions about research or media inquiries regarding the USGS Alaska Science Center, please contact Yvette Gillies or Paul Laustsen.
M7.1 November 30, 2018 Anchorage Earthquake
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck north of Anchorage, Alaska, on November 30, 2018, at 8:29 a.m. local time (17:29:28 UTC).
Media/Outreach at the Alaska Science Center
If you have questions about upcoming events, research, or media inquiries regarding the USGS Alaska Science Center please contact Yvette Gillies.
USGS booth at the Alaska Forum on the Environment Conference
The Alaska Forum on the Environment Forum is held each February in Anchorage, Alaska providing an opportunity for State, local, Federal, military, private, Native leaders and professionals to come together and discuss the latest projects, processes, and issues that affect Alaska.
Geneticist preparing environmental samples containing Elodea species
Dr. Damian Menning, Geneticist with the USGS Alaska Science Center, preparing environmental samples containing Elodea species to test universal eDNA Elodea sp. primers that can be used to detect all five Elodea sp. in aquatic samples.
Dr. Damian Menning, Geneticist with the USGS Alaska Science Center, preparing environmental samples containing Elodea species to test universal eDNA Elodea sp. primers that can be used to detect all five Elodea sp. in aquatic samples.
Damian Menning preparing eDNA Elodea samples
Dr. Damian Menning, Geneticist with the USGS Alaska Science Center, preparing environmental samples containing Elodea species to test universal eDNA Elodea species primers that can be used to detect all five Elodea sp. in aquatic samples.
Dr. Damian Menning, Geneticist with the USGS Alaska Science Center, preparing environmental samples containing Elodea species to test universal eDNA Elodea species primers that can be used to detect all five Elodea sp. in aquatic samples.
Reviewing sequencing results for antibiotic resistant bacteria
Christina Ahlstrom, USGS Alaska Science Center, reviews genomic sequencing results for antibiotic resistant bacteria recovered from wild bird samples collected at a landfill in southcentral Alaska. The USGS uses genomic information on antibiotic resistant bacteria in wild birds to understand transmission pathways and to identify potential threats to human, dome
Christina Ahlstrom, USGS Alaska Science Center, reviews genomic sequencing results for antibiotic resistant bacteria recovered from wild bird samples collected at a landfill in southcentral Alaska. The USGS uses genomic information on antibiotic resistant bacteria in wild birds to understand transmission pathways and to identify potential threats to human, dome
Christina Ahlstrom reviews genomic sequencing results
Christina Ahlstrom, USGS Alaska Science Center, reviews genomic sequencing results for antibiotic resistant bacteria recovered from wild bird samples collected at a landfill in southcentral Alaska. The USGS uses genomic information on antibiotic resistant bacteria in wild birds to understand transmission pathways and to identify potential threats to human, dome
Christina Ahlstrom, USGS Alaska Science Center, reviews genomic sequencing results for antibiotic resistant bacteria recovered from wild bird samples collected at a landfill in southcentral Alaska. The USGS uses genomic information on antibiotic resistant bacteria in wild birds to understand transmission pathways and to identify potential threats to human, dome
Scientist screens for avian malarial parasites
John Reed, in the USGS Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory, uses molecular techniques to screen blood samples collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska for avian malarial parasites. The USGS uses genetic screening and sequencing techniques to understand how parasites may affect wildlife populations within the United States.
John Reed, in the USGS Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory, uses molecular techniques to screen blood samples collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska for avian malarial parasites. The USGS uses genetic screening and sequencing techniques to understand how parasites may affect wildlife populations within the United States.
Scientist screens blood samples for avian malarial parasites
John Reed, USGS Alaska Science Center, uses molecular techniques to screen blood samples collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska for avian malarial parasites. The USGS uses genetic screening and sequencing techniques to understand how parasites may affect wildlife populations within the United States.
John Reed, USGS Alaska Science Center, uses molecular techniques to screen blood samples collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska for avian malarial parasites. The USGS uses genetic screening and sequencing techniques to understand how parasites may affect wildlife populations within the United States.
Scientist reviews genetic screening results
John Reed, USGS Alaska Science Center, reviews genetic screening results to detect avian malarial parasites in wild birds sampled in Alaska. The USGS uses genetic screening and sequencing techniques to understand how parasites may affect wildlife populations within the United States.
John Reed, USGS Alaska Science Center, reviews genetic screening results to detect avian malarial parasites in wild birds sampled in Alaska. The USGS uses genetic screening and sequencing techniques to understand how parasites may affect wildlife populations within the United States.
Scientist preparing samples for Next Generation Sequencing
Andy Reeves, USGS Alaska Science Center, prepares to sequence influenza A viruses in the Molecular Ecology Laboratory. The samples were collected from wild birds in Alaska.
Andy Reeves, USGS Alaska Science Center, prepares to sequence influenza A viruses in the Molecular Ecology Laboratory. The samples were collected from wild birds in Alaska.
Scientist preparing Influenza A virus samples for Sequencing
Andy Reeves, in the USGS Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory, preparing to sequence influenza A viruses collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska.
Andy Reeves, in the USGS Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory, preparing to sequence influenza A viruses collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska.
Andrew Reeves preparing samples for Next Generation Sequencing
Andy Reeves, in the USGS Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory, preparing to sequence influenza A viruses collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska.
Andy Reeves, in the USGS Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory, preparing to sequence influenza A viruses collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska.
Scientist preparing wild bird samples for Next Generation Sequencing
Andy Reeves, in the USGS Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory, preparing to sequence influenza A viruses collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska.
Andy Reeves, in the USGS Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory, preparing to sequence influenza A viruses collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska.
Molecular ecology laboratory procedure
Rob Wilson adding prepared genetic material to a gel in the Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory.
Rob Wilson adding prepared genetic material to a gel in the Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory.
Science and Products
Alaska Science Center Weekly Findings
Recent findings by USGS Alaska Science Center staff and their collaborators, updated weekly.
Alaska Science Center Seminar Series
The USGS Alaska Science Center has a monthly seminar series that runs from November through May. This series highlights the multiple research programs that are taking place across all disciplines at the center. Title: Graphite and Lithium Resource Potential in Alaska Date/Time: January 29, 2025 @ 11:00 am (AST)
Walrus Media/Contacts
If you have questions about walrus research or media inquiries regarding the USGS Alaska Science Center, please contact Yvette Gillies or Paul Laustsen.
Alaska Science Center Previous Seminars
The USGS Alaska Science Center has a monthly seminar series that runs from October through May. This series highlights the multiple research programs that are taking place across all disciplines at the center. Listed below are previous seminars given.
Hazards in Alaska
A major goal of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is to reduce the vulnerability of the people and areas most at risk from natural hazards. Working with partners throughout all sectors of society, the USGS provides information, products, and knowledge to help build more resilient communities. This site provides important links to a number of hazard related internet sites that provide important...
USGS Alaska Q&A Series
USGS scientists and collaborators talk about their work in Alaska through a series of Questions and Answers (Q&As). The links below contain interviews, photos, and other information about the work and collaborations of the USGS Alaska Science Center.
Polar Bear Media/Contacts
If you have questions about research or media inquiries regarding the USGS Alaska Science Center, please contact Yvette Gillies or Paul Laustsen.
M7.1 November 30, 2018 Anchorage Earthquake
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck north of Anchorage, Alaska, on November 30, 2018, at 8:29 a.m. local time (17:29:28 UTC).
Media/Outreach at the Alaska Science Center
If you have questions about upcoming events, research, or media inquiries regarding the USGS Alaska Science Center please contact Yvette Gillies.
USGS booth at the Alaska Forum on the Environment Conference
The Alaska Forum on the Environment Forum is held each February in Anchorage, Alaska providing an opportunity for State, local, Federal, military, private, Native leaders and professionals to come together and discuss the latest projects, processes, and issues that affect Alaska.
The Alaska Forum on the Environment Forum is held each February in Anchorage, Alaska providing an opportunity for State, local, Federal, military, private, Native leaders and professionals to come together and discuss the latest projects, processes, and issues that affect Alaska.
Geneticist preparing environmental samples containing Elodea species
Dr. Damian Menning, Geneticist with the USGS Alaska Science Center, preparing environmental samples containing Elodea species to test universal eDNA Elodea sp. primers that can be used to detect all five Elodea sp. in aquatic samples.
Dr. Damian Menning, Geneticist with the USGS Alaska Science Center, preparing environmental samples containing Elodea species to test universal eDNA Elodea sp. primers that can be used to detect all five Elodea sp. in aquatic samples.
Damian Menning preparing eDNA Elodea samples
Dr. Damian Menning, Geneticist with the USGS Alaska Science Center, preparing environmental samples containing Elodea species to test universal eDNA Elodea species primers that can be used to detect all five Elodea sp. in aquatic samples.
Dr. Damian Menning, Geneticist with the USGS Alaska Science Center, preparing environmental samples containing Elodea species to test universal eDNA Elodea species primers that can be used to detect all five Elodea sp. in aquatic samples.
Reviewing sequencing results for antibiotic resistant bacteria
Christina Ahlstrom, USGS Alaska Science Center, reviews genomic sequencing results for antibiotic resistant bacteria recovered from wild bird samples collected at a landfill in southcentral Alaska. The USGS uses genomic information on antibiotic resistant bacteria in wild birds to understand transmission pathways and to identify potential threats to human, dome
Christina Ahlstrom, USGS Alaska Science Center, reviews genomic sequencing results for antibiotic resistant bacteria recovered from wild bird samples collected at a landfill in southcentral Alaska. The USGS uses genomic information on antibiotic resistant bacteria in wild birds to understand transmission pathways and to identify potential threats to human, dome
Christina Ahlstrom reviews genomic sequencing results
Christina Ahlstrom, USGS Alaska Science Center, reviews genomic sequencing results for antibiotic resistant bacteria recovered from wild bird samples collected at a landfill in southcentral Alaska. The USGS uses genomic information on antibiotic resistant bacteria in wild birds to understand transmission pathways and to identify potential threats to human, dome
Christina Ahlstrom, USGS Alaska Science Center, reviews genomic sequencing results for antibiotic resistant bacteria recovered from wild bird samples collected at a landfill in southcentral Alaska. The USGS uses genomic information on antibiotic resistant bacteria in wild birds to understand transmission pathways and to identify potential threats to human, dome
Scientist screens for avian malarial parasites
John Reed, in the USGS Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory, uses molecular techniques to screen blood samples collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska for avian malarial parasites. The USGS uses genetic screening and sequencing techniques to understand how parasites may affect wildlife populations within the United States.
John Reed, in the USGS Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory, uses molecular techniques to screen blood samples collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska for avian malarial parasites. The USGS uses genetic screening and sequencing techniques to understand how parasites may affect wildlife populations within the United States.
Scientist screens blood samples for avian malarial parasites
John Reed, USGS Alaska Science Center, uses molecular techniques to screen blood samples collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska for avian malarial parasites. The USGS uses genetic screening and sequencing techniques to understand how parasites may affect wildlife populations within the United States.
John Reed, USGS Alaska Science Center, uses molecular techniques to screen blood samples collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska for avian malarial parasites. The USGS uses genetic screening and sequencing techniques to understand how parasites may affect wildlife populations within the United States.
Scientist reviews genetic screening results
John Reed, USGS Alaska Science Center, reviews genetic screening results to detect avian malarial parasites in wild birds sampled in Alaska. The USGS uses genetic screening and sequencing techniques to understand how parasites may affect wildlife populations within the United States.
John Reed, USGS Alaska Science Center, reviews genetic screening results to detect avian malarial parasites in wild birds sampled in Alaska. The USGS uses genetic screening and sequencing techniques to understand how parasites may affect wildlife populations within the United States.
Scientist preparing samples for Next Generation Sequencing
Andy Reeves, USGS Alaska Science Center, prepares to sequence influenza A viruses in the Molecular Ecology Laboratory. The samples were collected from wild birds in Alaska.
Andy Reeves, USGS Alaska Science Center, prepares to sequence influenza A viruses in the Molecular Ecology Laboratory. The samples were collected from wild birds in Alaska.
Scientist preparing Influenza A virus samples for Sequencing
Andy Reeves, in the USGS Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory, preparing to sequence influenza A viruses collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska.
Andy Reeves, in the USGS Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory, preparing to sequence influenza A viruses collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska.
Andrew Reeves preparing samples for Next Generation Sequencing
Andy Reeves, in the USGS Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory, preparing to sequence influenza A viruses collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska.
Andy Reeves, in the USGS Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory, preparing to sequence influenza A viruses collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska.
Scientist preparing wild bird samples for Next Generation Sequencing
Andy Reeves, in the USGS Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory, preparing to sequence influenza A viruses collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska.
Andy Reeves, in the USGS Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory, preparing to sequence influenza A viruses collected from wild birds sampled in Alaska.
Molecular ecology laboratory procedure
Rob Wilson adding prepared genetic material to a gel in the Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory.
Rob Wilson adding prepared genetic material to a gel in the Alaska Science Center Molecular Ecology Laboratory.