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Scientist Spotlight Series

By Climate Adaptation Science Centers

The Scientist Spotlight series highlights some of the many talented scientists working with the CASC network. CASC scientists work with wildlife managers and stakeholders to better understand and prepare for climate change impacts affecting a range of plant and animal species, from coastal fishes to alpine forests and all ecosystems in between.

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Scientist Spotlight: Steve Jackson and a Career of Looking Back

Scientist Spotlight: Steve Jackson and a Career of Looking Back

Explore the work and career of Steve Jackson, recently retired Senior Science Advisor to the National CASC on Biodiversity and Climate Change.

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Scientist Spotlight: Janet Cushing and Building a Career on Diverse Experiences

Scientist Spotlight: Janet Cushing and Building a Career on Diverse Experiences

Learn more about the work and career of Janet Cushing, Deputy Chief for the National Climate Adaptation Science Center.

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Scientist Spotlight: Emily Fort and Paving Your Own Way Through Government

Scientist Spotlight: Emily Fort and Paving Your Own Way Through Government

Explore the work and career of Emily Fort, Communications, Data, and Information Technology Coordinator for the National Climate Adaptation Science...

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Scientist Spotlight: Shawn Carter, Actionable Science, and Multi-Agency Collaborations

Scientist Spotlight: Shawn Carter, Actionable Science, and Multi-Agency Collaborations

Learn about the research of Shawn Carter, Senior Scientist for the National Climate Adaptation Science Center. 

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Scientist Spotlight: Douglas Beard & Global Inland Fisheries

Scientist Spotlight: Douglas Beard & Global Inland Fisheries

Learn about the work, research, and career path of Douglas Beard, Chief of the National Climate Adaptation Science Center. 

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Scientist Spotlight: Mitch Eaton, Adaptive Management, and Uncertainty in the Face of Climate Change

Scientist Spotlight: Mitch Eaton, Adaptive Management, and Uncertainty in the Face of Climate Change

Learn about the work and research of Mitch Eaton, Research Ecologist for the Southeast Climate Adaptation Science Center.

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Scientist Spotlight: Laura Thompson Connects Adaptive Capacity Assessments to Management Decision Making

Scientist Spotlight: Laura Thompson Connects Adaptive Capacity Assessments to Management Decision Making

Learn about the work and research of Laura Thompson, Research Ecologist for the National Climate Adaptation Science Center.

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Scientist Spotlight: Abby Lynch, Inland Fish, and More Accurate Valuations of Global Inland Fisheries

Scientist Spotlight: Abby Lynch, Inland Fish, and More Accurate Valuations of Global Inland Fisheries

Learn about the research of Abby Lynch, Research Fish Biologist for the National Climate Adaptation Science Center.

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Scientist Spotlight: Michelle Staudinger & Co-producing Science on Coastal Fish Phenology

Scientist Spotlight: Michelle Staudinger & Co-producing Science on Coastal Fish Phenology

Learn about the aquatic and coastal research of Michelle Staudinger, Science Coordinator for the Northeast Climate Adaptation Science Center.

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Scientist Spotlight: Brian Miller & Planning for Uncertain Futures in U.S. National Parks

Scientist Spotlight: Brian Miller & Planning for Uncertain Futures in U.S. National Parks

Learn about the work and research of Brian Miller, research ecologist for the U.S. Geological Survey's North Central Climate Adaptation Science Center...

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Scientist Spotlight: Ryan Toohey & the Remote Communities of Changing Arctic Landscapes

Scientist Spotlight: Ryan Toohey & the Remote Communities of Changing Arctic Landscapes

Learn about the work and research of hydrologist Ryan Toohey, Science Applications Coordinator for the U.S. Geological Survey's Alaska Climate...

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Scientist Spotlight: Bonnie Myers & the Shifting Assemblages of Freshwater Fish

Scientist Spotlight: Bonnie Myers & the Shifting Assemblages of Freshwater Fish

Learn about the work and research of Bonnie Myers, Research Fish Biologist formerly with the National Climate Adaptation Science Center.

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