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U.S. Geological Survey marks progress tracking nation's supply of critical minerals

U.S. Geological Survey marks progress tracking nation's supply of critical minerals

This week the White House released the first Quadrennial Supply Chain review, detailing supply chains critical for national and economic security. 

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Mapping hotspots of first detections of non-native species

Mapping hotspots of first detections of non-native species

Every non-native species has a first record – the first place it was reported to occur in the wild in its non-native range. By analyzing the...

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Artificial Light at Night: Update From the Field!

Artificial Light at Night: Update From the Field!

Western Fisheries Research Center scientists are studying the impacts of increased artificial light at night (ALAN) on aquatic ecosystems.  Here's an...

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Back From The Brink

Back From The Brink

This summer, USGS Western Fisheries Research Center and collaborating scientists were delighted to find that the abundance of wild born juvenile fall...

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Congratulations to Genevieve Kent for Winning this Issue's Photo Contest!

Congratulations to Genevieve Kent for Winning this Issue's Photo Contest!

USGS Western Fisheries Research Center (WFRC) biological science technician, Genevieve Kent, is the winner of this issue’s photo contest. 

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The Plight of Yukon River Chinook Salmon

The Plight of Yukon River Chinook Salmon

Adult Chinook salmon in Alaska and Canada are in trouble, and USGS WFRC scientists are in a race against the clock to find the cause behind their...

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Directors Message: A Season of Change at the Western Fisheries Research Center

Directors Message: A Season of Change at the Western Fisheries Research Center

There’s significant change afoot at the Western Fisheries Research Center!

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In the News: Salmon & Steelhead Reintroduction Efforts

In the News: Salmon & Steelhead Reintroduction Efforts

USGS Western Fisheries Research Center (WFRC) scientists are working together with our tribal, federal, state, and other partners to assess how best...

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Climate futures for lizards and snakes

Climate futures for lizards and snakes

Scientists used climate projections to predict which parts of western North America may be habitable for 130 lizard and snake species later in the...

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Western Fisheries Research Center Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee Meeting

Western Fisheries Research Center Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee Meeting

The Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) is responsible for oversight of the animal care and use program and the components as...

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Saline Lake Ecosystems IWAA Fall 2024 Webinar Series

Saline Lake Ecosystems IWAA Fall 2024 Webinar Series

Join us for a weekly webinar series to learn about our work on the Saline Lakes Ecosystems IWAA.

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