EVERETT — For decades, local groups have engaged in cleanup efforts to improve water quality in the Snohomish River. Those efforts are working — according to a recent study from the Washington ...

The Ecology and Ecosystems area of study focuses on the structure, function, dynamics, and resilience of terrestrial ecosystems, at a range of scales, from tree genetics and plant physiology to ...

Plant species can fulfill different functions within an ecosystem, even if they are closely related to each other. This surprising conclusion was reached by a global analysis of around 1.7 million ...

A special review examines highly-cited papers in statistical ecology. The review, which covers a century of research, details how models and concepts have evolved alongside increasing computational ...

Master of Science (MS) – part- or full-time plans of study include thesis and non-thesis options. Doctorate (PhD) – students develop a custom plan of study guided by their faculty advisor. Department ...

Tardigrades may be nature's ultimate survivors. While these tiny, nearly translucent animals are easily overlooked, they represent a diverse group that has successfully colonized freshwater, marine, ...

When hikers hit the trails in Rocky Mountain National Park on a busy summer Saturday, the elk do not simply stand there and ...

Human activity significantly impacts wildlife and their habitats, threatening biodiversity. At Michigan Tech, our master's in wildlife ecology and conservation addresses these challenges. We monitor ...

The Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, a saltwater marsh home to sea creatures and breeding grounds for birds, is in need of significant restoration in order to maintain and preserve its sensitive ...

Explore the relationship between wildlife, habitats, and human impacts. Focus on wildlife management, conservation, and policy topics. At Michigan Tech, our master's in wildlife ecology and ...