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New National Map Corps Editor Available

New National Map Corps Editor Available

Participation in The National Map Corps made easier for citizen scientists.

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Bigger May Not Be Better When It Comes to Mississippi River Diversions

Bigger May Not Be Better When It Comes to Mississippi River Diversions

New research shows how river diversions may change water quality in estuaries. 

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New Scientific Approach Assesses Land Recovery Following Oil and Gas Drilling

New Scientific Approach Assesses Land Recovery Following Oil and Gas Drilling

A new scientific approach can now provide regional assessments of land recovery following oil and gas drilling activities, according to a new U.S...

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Community Announcement: USGS Ground Motion Study in the Walnut Creek/Concord Area Looking for Volunteers

Community Announcement: USGS Ground Motion Study in the Walnut Creek/Concord Area Looking for Volunteers

The U. S. Geological Survey is seeking volunteers to host temporary seismic stations in the Walnut Creek/Pleasant Hill/Concord California area...

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A Century of Habitat Loss Affects Genetics of Endangered Bird

A Century of Habitat Loss Affects Genetics of Endangered Bird

A new study analyzes the genetic diversity and population structure of the California Ridgway’s rail, Rallus obsoletus, a state and federally-listed...

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Christian Zimmerman to Lead Studies as New Director of the Alaska Science Center

Christian Zimmerman to Lead Studies as New Director of the Alaska Science Center

The U.S. Geological Survey is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. Christian Zimmerman as the new director of their Alaska Science Center in...

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