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We are over 2000 researchers at 28 sites who apply long-term observation, experiments, and modeling to understand how ecological systems function over decades. Read All…

Research

LTER research integrates many disciplines to understand ecological processes as they play out at individual sites, while synthetic studies reveal broader principles that operate at a global scale. Read All…

Education

Long-term relationships with schools, community groups, resource managers, and landowners provide a foundation for innovative education and outreach programs. Undergraduate and graduate students benefit from working with a diverse and close-knit community of researchers. Read All…

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collaborative paper on environmental #data repositories interoperability #openaccess article with @CODATANews: https://t.co/e8ApCh5K3b @DataONEorg @NEON_sci @USLTER

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e_seabloomEric Seabloom@e_seabloom·
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Exciting New RFP for #EcologicalSynthesis & Modeling @sesync! Understanding the #Ecology Behind the Societal Benefits of #Ecosystems https://t.co/fGRINaP9Lq @SESYNCDirector @USLTER @NutNetGlobal @UMNIonE @e_borer @nceas @LauraEllenDee @BonnieKeeler #synthesis #ecology @IPBES

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NSF_GEONSF Geosciences@NSF_GEO·
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What makes a mammal a mammal? Our spine, say #NSFfunded scientists. Their study of #fossil bones led to new conclusions about the spine's importance. https://t.co/weSvPqiYJE

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Events

IM Executive Committee
September 25, 2018
LTER All Scientists' Meeting: Next Generation Synthesis: Successes and Strategies
September 30, 2018 - October 4, 2018
Education and Outreach Committee
October 3, 2018
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