Avian Influenza Research
Since 2006, the Alaska Science Center has been part of the State and Federal interagency team for the detection and response to highly pathogenic (HPAI) viruses in North America
New 5-year Arctic Research Plan, 2022-2026
The Arctic is the most rapidly changing place on Earth
Barry Arm Landslide and Tsunami Hazard
USGS will determine the requirements for a monitoring and/or surveillance strategy for the Barry Arm landslide
USGS Estimates 3.6 Billion Barrels of Oil in Central North Slope
Assessment Also Includes Estimate for 8.9 Trillion Cubic Feet of Natural Gas
Seabird Die-offs
Extreme mortality and reproductive failure of common murres resulting from the northeast Pacific marine heatwave of 2014-2016
National Assessment of Shoreline Change
Historical Shoreline Change Along the North Coast of Alaska, Icy Cape to Cape Prince of Wales
Monitoring Alaska Volcanoes
Alaska Volcano Observatory (AVO) provides current information about restless volcanoes and their hazards
Region 11: Alaska
USGS in Alaska conducts science for decision-making in five major areas: natural hazards; energy & minerals; water quality, streamflow & ice; wildlife, fish & habitat; and geospatial mapping. The Alaska Regional Office provides management and strategic coordination among the Alaska Science Center, the Volcano Science Center, & other partners operating in AK.