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System characterization report on Resourcesat-2A Advanced Wide Field Sensor System characterization report on Resourcesat-2A Advanced Wide Field Sensor

Executive Summary This report documents the system characterization of the Indian Space Research Organisation Resourcesat-2A Advanced Wide Field Sensor (AWiFS) and is part of a series of system characterization reports produced by the U.S. Geological Survey Earth Resources Observation and Science Cal/Val Center of Excellence. These reports describe the methodology and procedures used for
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Mahesh Shrestha, Minsu Kim, Aparajithan Sampath, Jeffrey Clauson
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National Land Imaging Program, Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center, EROS CalVal Center of Excellence (ECCOE), Requirements Capabilities & Analysis for Earth Observations

A framework tool that applies weight-of-evidence integration to the analysis of existing datasets to guide freshwater conservation A framework tool that applies weight-of-evidence integration to the analysis of existing datasets to guide freshwater conservation

The overarching issue we address here is how to extract clear and actionable ecological and management insights from real-world field data that often do not satisfy traditional statistical assumptions. Toward this goal, we developed a general 12+6 step adaptive management framework tool. We applied this framework tool to existing biodiversity monitoring data to create a proof-of-concept...
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Olivia Rode, Martha E. Mather, Devon Oliver, Katherine Nelson, Victoria Reed, Trisha Moore, Suyash Pratap
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Bridging social and ecological science to create spatially-explicit models of human-caused mortality of carnivores Bridging social and ecological science to create spatially-explicit models of human-caused mortality of carnivores

Research indicates that human-caused mortality (HCM) is a key factor limiting numerous large carnivore populations. However, efforts to represent HCM in spatially explicit models have generally been limited in scope—often relying on proxies, such as road or human density. Yet such efforts fail to distinguish different sources of HCM, which can arise from different antecedent processes...
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Jeremy T. Bruskotter, Neil H. Carter, Richard Eugene Waggaman Berl, Joseph W. Hinton, Jazmin Murphy, L. Mark Elbroch, John A. Vucetich
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Eastern Ecological Science Center

Integrating marine historical ecology into management of Alaska’s Pacific cod fishery for climate readiness Integrating marine historical ecology into management of Alaska’s Pacific cod fishery for climate readiness

The Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus) fishery was closed in 2020 after a rapid decline in biomass caused by the marine heat waves of 2014–2019. Pacific cod are exceptionally thermally sensitive and management of this fishery is now challenged by increasingly unpredictable climate conditions. Fisheries monitoring is critical for climate readiness, but short-term monitoring data may be...
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Catherine F. West, Loren McClenachan, Steven J. Barbeaux, Ingrid B. Spies, Jason A. Addison, Bruce T. Anderson, Courtney A. Hofman, Katherine L. Reedy, Emma A. Elliott Smith, Michael A. Etnier, Thomas E. Helser, Bruce P. Finney
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Geology, Minerals, Energy, and Geophysics Science Center

Comparison of two benthic assemblage sampling gears for use on intertidal oyster reefs in Louisiana Comparison of two benthic assemblage sampling gears for use on intertidal oyster reefs in Louisiana

Background Estuarine biodiversity plays a vital role in supporting ecosystem functions yet remains threatened by climate change and anthropogenic activity. Tracking and identifying estuarine biodiversity trends helps management ensure long-term provisions of human and environmental benefits by contributing to the estimation of habitat loss and the monitoring of restoration and...
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Finella M. Campanino, Stephanie K. Archer, Jillian C. Tuptiza, Cassandra N. Glaspie, Megan La Peyre
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Cooperative Research Units

Three decades of World Recreational Fishing Conferences: What have we learned about the dynamics of recreational fisheries? Three decades of World Recreational Fishing Conferences: What have we learned about the dynamics of recreational fisheries?

Recreational fishing extends beyond catching fish, connecting individuals with nature, generating environmental stewards and contributing significantly to both local, regional and national economies. Assessing potential impacts on ecosystems and social-ecological systems requires dedicated multi- and interdisciplinary research and integrative management and policy approaches. Managing...
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Valerio Sbragaglia, Robert Arlinghaus, Faith Ochwada-Doyle, Holly Susan Embke, Lucas P Griffin, Taylor Hunt
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