LTER Presentations at ESA 2018
Over 100 LTER scientists will present talks and posters at this year's Ecological Society of America Annual Meeting, Aug 5-10 in New Orleans. Check out the full list of LTER presentations and special events!
2018 LTER All Scientists' Meeting: new registration options available
The All Scientists' Meeting, a triennial gathering of the Network and interested colleagues, is scheduled for October 1-4, 2018 at Asilomar Conference Grounds in Pacific Grove, CA.
LTER synthesis webinar series
Coming on July 12: Changing theoretical paradigms of disturbance ecology. View past webinars on LTER's YouTube Channel.
Both Local and Landscape Biodiversity Needed to Maintain Ecosystem Services
Landscapes that support a diverse range of plant communities also maintain many different ecological functions.
Rethinking Everglades Restoration Through Synthesis Science
Economically efficient restoration of natural habitat can expand surface water storage and reduce water flow barriers.

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IM Executive Committee
July 31, 2018

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Education and Outreach Committee
August 1, 2018

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Information Managers Water Cooler
August 13, 2018