Place-Based Science to Support Partners
Through place-based research, the USGS Ecosystems' Land Change Science Program develops actionable science that supports partners in addressing the unique land change issues facing specific regions and ecosystems. Explore stories featuring examples of this science below.
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A Pristine Headwaters Ecosystem as an Outdoor Laboratory for Foundational Science A Pristine Headwaters Ecosystem as an Outdoor Laboratory for Foundational Science
“We are working way up in the headwaters and the question we get a lot is – who cares what’s going on way up there in the woods?” U.S. Geological Survey scientist Jamie Shanley said.
Holding the Ground: Long-Term Science and Partnerships Help Protect Soil Health and Local Economies Across the Colorado Plateau
By combining long-term science with enduring partnerships, USGS is helping decision makers protect soil resources, reduce erosion risks, and steward America's public lands for future generations.
Collaborative Innovation for Giant Sequoia Conservation Collaborative Innovation for Giant Sequoia Conservation
The USGS and partners are developing an AI-based tool capable of detecting dead and dying giant sequoia trees from high-resolution remote sensing imagery.