2018 All Scientists' Meeting Re-Cap:
This year's ASM participants explored next generation synthesis through compelling keynotes, panels, workshops, and more in beautiful Pacific Grove, California. Read about some of the meeting highlights and check out all the photos.
Into the Woods and Back Again
Former Harvard Forest REU student Fiona Jevon reflects on what it's like to return to the Forest eight years later as a mentor for new undergraduate researchers.
Here Come the Shrubs
Rising temperatures are allowing woody plants to encroach on barrier islands and outcompete other plant species.
Grasses Show Surprising Flip Flop in Response to Long-Term CO2 Increase
New evidence based on 20 years of research at Cedar Creek LTER reveals unexpected responses of grassland species to rising carbon dioxide levels.
LTER synthesis webinar series
Read more about our Spring 2018 webinar series. View past webinars on LTER's YouTube Channel.

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Whoa! A little bit of cross-pod action featuring one of our hosts visiting a local research forest administered by @USLTER & @willametteNF

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NutNet site of the week: Niwot Ridge, Colorado, USA. This gorgeous alpine grassland is one of our observational sites (no nutrients, no fences), and one of the many hosted by a Long-Term Ecological Research site. @niwotcolorado @USLTER

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It was wonderful to hear the @NEON_sci perspective and share ideas during our recent #LTERASM18. Thank you for participating!

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Events

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IM Executive Committee
October 30, 2018

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Education and Outreach Committee
November 7, 2018

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Information Managers Water Cooler
November 12, 2018