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Science

PIERC scientists work collaboratively with a number of partners to investigate biological questions in a variety of ecosystems. The research conducted is used to inform management decisions important to the U.S. Department of Interior and other federal agencies, state agencies, academic institutions, other organizations and the public.

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Understanding the Ecology of Imperiled Species

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Predicting Invasive Species Impacts

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Measuring Ecosystem Function and Services

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Projecting and Modeling Ecosystem Change

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Developing Tools for Restoring Natural Resources

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Legacy Research

Education

Education and Outreach at PIERC

PIERC conducts multiple outreach events each year in conjunction with local schools, universities, and agencies. Here are a collection of photographs from recent outreach events around the Hawaiian Islands. 

If you are a teacher or administrator and you are interested in scheduling an outreach event with PIERC contact Karen Courtot at 808-985-6408 or kcourtot@usgs.gov.

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Education and Outreach at PIERC

PIERC conducts multiple outreach events each year in conjunction with local schools, universities, and agencies. Here are a collection of photographs from recent outreach events around the Hawaiian Islands. 

If you are a teacher or administrator and you are interested in scheduling an outreach event with PIERC contact Karen Courtot at 808-985-6408 or kcourtot@usgs.gov.

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