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EcoNews is a quarterly newsletter highlighting ecosystems science and activities coming out of our Science Centers, Cooperative Research Units, and Climate Adaptation Science Centers across the Nation.

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New Tool Makes Localized Climate Data More Accessible for All Alaskans

New Tool Makes Localized Climate Data More Accessible for All Alaskans

A new data tool from the Alaska CASC provides open and accessible climate data so that Alaskans can better understand and plan for the expected...

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FORT research economist Aaron Enriquez invited to present work on nonmarket valuation of wildlife and recreation to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife

FORT research economist Aaron Enriquez invited to present work on nonmarket valuation of wildlife and recreation to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife

USGS Research Economist Aaron Enriquez was invited to be a guest speaker at the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife's lunchtime seminar series on...

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USGS and partners publish the first in a series of science syntheses to support National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) analyses

USGS and partners publish the first in a series of science syntheses to support National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) analyses

USGS is working with federal land management agencies to develop a series of science syntheses to support environmental effects analyses that agencies...

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Applying the Resist-Accept-Direct (RAD) Framework to Large Rivers

Applying the Resist-Accept-Direct (RAD) Framework to Large Rivers

National and Midwest CASC scientists co-authored a study that showcases how the RAD framework can enhance management coordination across spatial...

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Amphibians have one more thing to worry about—mercury—large USGS study shows

Amphibians have one more thing to worry about—mercury—large USGS study shows

RESTON, Va. — The first widescale assessment of methylmercury in adult amphibians in the U.S. to date shows that, in amphibians, this toxic compound...

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Genetic Rescue is an Underused Strategy in Species Recovery Plans

Genetic Rescue is an Underused Strategy in Species Recovery Plans

A new study by Midwest CASC researchers shows that genetic rescue is an underused conservation strategy for vertebrates across the United States and...

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An Increased Understanding of Alaska’s Glacial Lake Outburst Floods

An Increased Understanding of Alaska’s Glacial Lake Outburst Floods

Researchers from the Alaska CASC used satellite imagery to show that glacial-dammed lakes in Alaska are less full than they used to be, but the...

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3 Cool Ways USGS is Studying Bats in National Parks

3 Cool Ways USGS is Studying Bats in National Parks

From the latest wildlife tracking tech to collaboration with recreationalists, USGS scientists and partners are using innovative methods to study bats...

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RAMPS Newsletter - Fall 2023

RAMPS Newsletter - Fall 2023

In this edition:

Hello from new RAMPS coordinator, accomplishments from Fiscal year 2023, and upcoming projects.

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New Decision-Making Framework for Facing an Uncertain Future

New Decision-Making Framework for Facing an Uncertain Future

A new, dynamic decision-making tool from North Central and Southeast CASC researchers and partners helps identify resource management challenges...

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USGS Friday's Findings - October 27th 2023

USGS Friday's Findings - October 27th 2023

Title: Terrestrial-Aquatic linkages in the Nisqually River Delta Food Web

Speaker: Melanie Davis, Assistant Unit Leader - Oregon Cooperative Fish and...

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