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Directed Research:

A student research project conducted under the direction of a faculty mentor as part of a larger research plan. Directed Research (SFS 4910) is a 4-credit course that gives you an introduction to conducting scientific research – developing a question, collecting and analyzing data, writing a paper, and presenting your findings. The course is offered on all semester programs, and lasts approximately the last 4-6 weeks of the semester. Recent projects have covered themes such as climate change resilience, elephant ecology, agroforestry, traditional ecological knowledge, food security, coral health, sustainable ecotourism, and water quality. Ethics:The research our faculty and students conduct complies with the research ethics rules and guidelines in the country in which they are working, and when applicable, permissions are obtained for research on human subjects, animal subjects, and for the extraction of biological samples. Additional vetting for human subjects research is made by the SFS Office of Academic Affairs to ensure standards of ethical practice and protection of subjects are met. [callout_section] => {"rows":[{"id":"039c-4967","inactive":false,"body":"[row][column lg='4' md='4' sm='12' xs='12']\n\n\n \n

The Work

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The Project

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The Impact

\n \n\n\nBuilding a Body of Knowledge\nBuilding a comprehensive body of scientific knowledge is a key step toward a more sustainable future. You’re joining scientists around the world working to understand our environment and how it is changing, and in some of the regions where we operate, you’ll even collect baseline data – the first of its kind.\nGiving Back to the Community\nSFS research is influenced by our communities. Our neighbors share their stories, observations, and needs, and in return we provide valuable data to community leaders, local environmental groups, and government agencies, allowing them to make informed and sustainable policy decisions.\n[/column]\n[/row]"}]} [last_section] =>

Downloadable Resources

Peer-Reviewed Publications

SFS Research Philosophy

SFS Research and Data Policy

Directed Research Projects - Fall 2022

Directed Research Projects - Spring 2019

Directed Research Projects - Fall 2019

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Be Part of Something Greater.

When you study abroad with SFS, you're contributing to a legacy of environmental research and stewardship. Communities and ecosystems across the globe are dealing with the impacts of climate change, pollution, deforestation, and many other environmental threats. For more than 35 years, our students and faculty have been working to address these issues through focused research efforts. With ten Centers around the world, our research covers a spectrum of important environmental issues. SFS programs provide the foundation for students to critically examine today’s environmental issues in an international setting and conduct meaningful, hands-on research in the field. You’ll be working alongside members of our faculty who have expertise in many fields including conservation ecology, environmental policy and ethics, and natural resource management, and the data you collect contributes valuable information to the global body of scientific knowledge. Our planet is home to an incredible diversity of life, and its future depends on good science and informed policy. Through your research at SFS, you’re becoming part of a greater movement to protect the planet for generations to come. [fifth_section] =>

SFS Research by Location

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CENTER FOR RAINFOREST STUDIES

Location: Yungaburra, Tropical North Queensland; remnant rainforest ecosystems

Research Themes:Rainforest ecology and conservation, Climate change, Habitat restoration ecology, Threatened species conservation, Aboriginal ecotourism, Development and settlement in the rainforest, Rainforest fragmentation and recovery, Forest ecotones, Animal behavior

Central Research Question: How can the future of the Wet Tropics in a changing world be ensured?

Core Skills: GIS use and applications, species identification and population monitoring, forest survey methods, citizen science protocols, research design and implementation, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, and research presentation.

[/column] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] Bhutan

CENTER FOR CLIMATE AND SUSTAINABLE FUTURES

Location: Paro Valley; surrounding mountain ecosystems and communities

Research Themes: terrestrial and freshwater biodiversity assessments, GIS, water quality assessments, biodiversity survey techniques, species ID and population monitoring, natural resource valuation, landscape and soils analysis, research design and implementation, quantitative/qualitative data collection and analysis, scientific writing and communication, basic Spanish language skills.

Central Research Question: How can Bhutan secure its culture, biodiversity, and environment in the face of transition?

Core Skills: GIS and mapping, species identification and distribution mapping, forest and biodiversity surveys, camera trapping and mist netting, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, and protected areas assessment.

[/column] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] Cambodia

CENTER FOR CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES

Location: Siem Reap; Tonle Sap Lake and the Mekong watershed

Research Themes: Elephant ecology, climate change impacts, traditional ecological knowledge, biodiversity conservation, environmental justice, environmental anthropology

Central Research Question: How is Cambodia addressing pressing environmental concerns, especially those related to the conservation of biodiversity and the changing dynamics of rural livelihoods that depend on diminishing natural resources?

Core Skills:Climate change impacts, Elephant ecology and conservation, Traditional livelihoods and ecological knowledge, Community conservation strategies, Indigenous rights and challenges, Protected areas and threatened ecosystems, Environmental ethics and justice, Natural resource governance

[/column] [/row] [row] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] Chile

CENTER FOR CLIMATE STUDIES

Location: Puerto Natales, Patagonia

Research Themes: Climate change impacts and resilience, Glacial and freshwater dynamics, Geology and volcanic activity, Penguin behavior, Endangered species protection, Coastal and alpine ecology, Conservation strategy and practice, National Park visitation and protected areas management.

Central Research Question: How can Chile respond to local and global challenges while securing the functionality of its natural and human systems?

Core Skills: terrestrial and freshwater biodiversity assessments, GIS, water quality assessments, biodiversity survey techniques, species ID and population monitoring, natural resource valuation, landscape and soils analysis, research design and implementation, quantitative/qualitative data collection and analysis, scientific writing and communication, basic Spanish language skills.

[/column] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] Costa Rica

CENTER FOR ECOLOGICAL RESILIENCE STUDIES

Location: Atenas, Central Valley; coastal rainforests and tropical dry forests

Research Themes: Impacts of climate change on tropical ecosystems, Agriculture and conservation, Combining environmental services and biodiversity conservation, Urban and agricultural expansion and water management, Food security, Vertebrate ecology, Sustainable ecotourism, Ecological Resilience, research design and implementation, quantitative/qualitative data collection and analysis, scientific writing and communication, basic Spanish language skills.

Central Research Question: How can Costa Rica respond to local and global challenges while securing the functionality of its natural and human systems?

Core Skills: GIS use and applications, species identification, habitat and biodiversity assessment, vertebrate ecology, tourism impact assessment methods, basic Spanish language skills, research design and implementation, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, and research presentation.

[/column] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] Kenya

CENTER FOR WILDLIFE AND HUMAN DIMENSIONS OF CONSERVATION

Location: Kimana, Rift Valley; Amboseli-Tsavo ecosystem; savanna ecosystems

Research Themes: Endangered Species, Wildlife ecology and management, human dimensions of wildlife, resource competition with local communities, community conservation / ecotourism, community wildlife sanctuaries, national park management, wildlife dispersal and movement outside protected areas

Central Research Question: How can changes in land use and natural resource availability in the Maasai steppe of Kenya be managed in such a way as to foster the well-being of local communities whilst safeguarding and promoting biodiversity conservation?

Core Skills: animal behavior observation, environmental impacts assessment, species identification, wildlife census techniques, natural resource management planning, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, tourism impact assessment methods, and basic Swahili language skills.

[/column] [/row] [row] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] Panama

CENTER FOR TROPICAL ISLAND BIODIVERSITY STUDIES

Location: Bocas del Toro Archipelago; mangrove and cloud forest ecosystems; agricultural and fishing communities; tourism sites

Research Themes: Biodiversity and ecosystem health assessments, Rainforest and marine ecology Indigenous tourism and sustainability, Tourism impacts on ecosystems and human populations Marine protected areas

Central Research Question: How can the natural resources of the BDT archipelago best be managed in order to promote conservation and sustainable use considering the complex socioeconomic environment?

Core Skills: habitat and biodiversity assessment, underwater surveying with transects and quadrats, tourism SWOT analysis, basic Spanish language skills, interview methods, and quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis.

[/column] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] Peru

CENTER FOR AMAZON STUDIES

Location: Amazon rainforest ecosystems; Andean cloud forests

Research Themes: Climate change and conservation practice, Landscape ecology and habitat fragmentation, Biodiversity assessment, Forest health and recovery, Indigenous knowledge and histories, Ecosystem services and carbon markets, Impacts of development in the Amazon Biogeography, and Political ecology

Central Research Question: What conditions are necessary for effective conservation and sustainable socioeconomic development in Peru?

Core Skills: species identification and population monitoring, biodiversity and habitat surveys, research plots and transects, interviewing and mapping techniques, conservation strategy assessment, basic Spanish language skills, research design and implementation, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, and research presentation.

[/column] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] Tanzania

CENTER FOR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT STUDIES

Location: Tarangire-Manyara ecosystem; Serengeti National Park; Maasai steppe

Research Themes: Wildlife conservation, Climate change impacts, African large mammal behavior and ecology, Field ornithology, Human-wildlife conflict, Habitat assessments, Community-based conservation, and Reptile ecology and conservation

Central Research Question: How can changes in land use and resource availability in Tanzania be managed in such a way as to foster the well-being of local communities whilst safeguarding and promoting biodiversity conservation?

Core Skills: GIS use and applications, habitat and biodiversity assessment, natural resource valuation, species identification and wildlife census techniques, animal behavior observation skills, radio telemetry, bird species identification, basic Swahili language skills, research design and implementation, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, and research presentation.

[/column] [/row] [row] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] TCI

CENTER FOR MARINE RESOURCE STUDIES

Location: South Caicos Island and surrounding marine ecosystems

Research Themes: Marine ecology and conservation, Climate change and ocean acidification, Approaches to sustainable tourism and fisheries, Marine resource management, Traditional island livelihoods, Coral health and resilience, Marine protected areas Coastal management

Central Research Question: How can SFS Center for Marine Resource Studies support the government and South Caicos community to best manage the marine environment and resources to balance biodiversity conservation and economic stability?

Core Skills: coral health assessment, marine species identification, underwater transects and quadrats, video and photo tracking, marine survey techniques, habitat and biodiversity assessment, ecosystem services valuation, research design and implementation, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, research presentation, and PADI Open Water Diver certification (offered at an additional cost, upon request).

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Directed Research:

A student research project conducted under the direction of a faculty mentor as part of a larger research plan. Directed Research (SFS 4910) is a 4-credit course that gives you an introduction to conducting scientific research – developing a question, collecting and analyzing data, writing a paper, and presenting your findings. The course is offered on all semester programs, and lasts approximately the last 4-6 weeks of the semester. Recent projects have covered themes such as climate change resilience, elephant ecology, agroforestry, traditional ecological knowledge, food security, coral health, sustainable ecotourism, and water quality. Ethics:The research our faculty and students conduct complies with the research ethics rules and guidelines in the country in which they are working, and when applicable, permissions are obtained for research on human subjects, animal subjects, and for the extraction of biological samples. Additional vetting for human subjects research is made by the SFS Office of Academic Affairs to ensure standards of ethical practice and protection of subjects are met. [callout_section] => stdClass Object ( [rows] => Array ( [0] => stdClass Object ( [id] => 039c-4967 [inactive] => [body] => [row][column lg='4' md='4' sm='12' xs='12']  

The Work

  Hands-On Research in the Field At SFS, you’re conducting research in the field – in incredible ecosystems and dynamic communities around the world. Whether you’re surveying the glaciers of Patagonia or laying underwater transects in the Caribbean, you’ll experience all the excitement and challenges of field data collection. Learning Practical Skills The work you do during your time abroad will prepare you for a future career in STEM fields, grad school, and beyond. From species identification and wildlife monitoring techniques to GIS and stakeholder interviews, the skills you learn at SFS are practical, transferable, and invaluable. [/column] [column lg='4' md='4' sm='12' xs='12']  

The Project

  Experienced Research Mentors Field research is complex and challenging – but with the mentorship of our experienced faculty members, you’ll have the tools and support you need to be successful. Each student works directly with a faculty member throughout the entirety of the research process from project design to final written report. Your Piece of the Puzzle Each SFS Center has an ongoing strategic research focus which allows our work to expand beyond the scope of one-off projects. Your project is a critical piece of this larger puzzle – you’ll design your research question within this framework, giving more context and value to your results. [/column] [column lg='4' md='4' sm='12' xs='12']  

The Impact

  Building a Body of Knowledge Building a comprehensive body of scientific knowledge is a key step toward a more sustainable future. You’re joining scientists around the world working to understand our environment and how it is changing, and in some of the regions where we operate, you’ll even collect baseline data – the first of its kind. Giving Back to the Community SFS research is influenced by our communities. Our neighbors share their stories, observations, and needs, and in return we provide valuable data to community leaders, local environmental groups, and government agencies, allowing them to make informed and sustainable policy decisions. [/column] [/row] ) ) ) [last_section] =>

Downloadable Resources

Peer-Reviewed Publications

SFS Research Philosophy

SFS Research and Data Policy

Directed Research Projects - Fall 2022

Directed Research Projects - Spring 2019

Directed Research Projects - Fall 2019

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Be Part of Something Greater.

When you study abroad with SFS, you're contributing to a legacy of environmental research and stewardship. Communities and ecosystems across the globe are dealing with the impacts of climate change, pollution, deforestation, and many other environmental threats. For more than 35 years, our students and faculty have been working to address these issues through focused research efforts. With ten Centers around the world, our research covers a spectrum of important environmental issues. SFS programs provide the foundation for students to critically examine today’s environmental issues in an international setting and conduct meaningful, hands-on research in the field. You’ll be working alongside members of our faculty who have expertise in many fields including conservation ecology, environmental policy and ethics, and natural resource management, and the data you collect contributes valuable information to the global body of scientific knowledge. Our planet is home to an incredible diversity of life, and its future depends on good science and informed policy. Through your research at SFS, you’re becoming part of a greater movement to protect the planet for generations to come. [fifth_section] =>

SFS Research by Location

[row] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] Australia

CENTER FOR RAINFOREST STUDIES

Location: Yungaburra, Tropical North Queensland; remnant rainforest ecosystems

Research Themes:Rainforest ecology and conservation, Climate change, Habitat restoration ecology, Threatened species conservation, Aboriginal ecotourism, Development and settlement in the rainforest, Rainforest fragmentation and recovery, Forest ecotones, Animal behavior

Central Research Question: How can the future of the Wet Tropics in a changing world be ensured?

Core Skills: GIS use and applications, species identification and population monitoring, forest survey methods, citizen science protocols, research design and implementation, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, and research presentation.

[/column] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] Bhutan

CENTER FOR CLIMATE AND SUSTAINABLE FUTURES

Location: Paro Valley; surrounding mountain ecosystems and communities

Research Themes: terrestrial and freshwater biodiversity assessments, GIS, water quality assessments, biodiversity survey techniques, species ID and population monitoring, natural resource valuation, landscape and soils analysis, research design and implementation, quantitative/qualitative data collection and analysis, scientific writing and communication, basic Spanish language skills.

Central Research Question: How can Bhutan secure its culture, biodiversity, and environment in the face of transition?

Core Skills: GIS and mapping, species identification and distribution mapping, forest and biodiversity surveys, camera trapping and mist netting, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, and protected areas assessment.

[/column] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] Cambodia

CENTER FOR CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES

Location: Siem Reap; Tonle Sap Lake and the Mekong watershed

Research Themes: Elephant ecology, climate change impacts, traditional ecological knowledge, biodiversity conservation, environmental justice, environmental anthropology

Central Research Question: How is Cambodia addressing pressing environmental concerns, especially those related to the conservation of biodiversity and the changing dynamics of rural livelihoods that depend on diminishing natural resources?

Core Skills:Climate change impacts, Elephant ecology and conservation, Traditional livelihoods and ecological knowledge, Community conservation strategies, Indigenous rights and challenges, Protected areas and threatened ecosystems, Environmental ethics and justice, Natural resource governance

[/column] [/row] [row] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] Chile

CENTER FOR CLIMATE STUDIES

Location: Puerto Natales, Patagonia

Research Themes: Climate change impacts and resilience, Glacial and freshwater dynamics, Geology and volcanic activity, Penguin behavior, Endangered species protection, Coastal and alpine ecology, Conservation strategy and practice, National Park visitation and protected areas management.

Central Research Question: How can Chile respond to local and global challenges while securing the functionality of its natural and human systems?

Core Skills: terrestrial and freshwater biodiversity assessments, GIS, water quality assessments, biodiversity survey techniques, species ID and population monitoring, natural resource valuation, landscape and soils analysis, research design and implementation, quantitative/qualitative data collection and analysis, scientific writing and communication, basic Spanish language skills.

[/column] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] Costa Rica

CENTER FOR ECOLOGICAL RESILIENCE STUDIES

Location: Atenas, Central Valley; coastal rainforests and tropical dry forests

Research Themes: Impacts of climate change on tropical ecosystems, Agriculture and conservation, Combining environmental services and biodiversity conservation, Urban and agricultural expansion and water management, Food security, Vertebrate ecology, Sustainable ecotourism, Ecological Resilience, research design and implementation, quantitative/qualitative data collection and analysis, scientific writing and communication, basic Spanish language skills.

Central Research Question: How can Costa Rica respond to local and global challenges while securing the functionality of its natural and human systems?

Core Skills: GIS use and applications, species identification, habitat and biodiversity assessment, vertebrate ecology, tourism impact assessment methods, basic Spanish language skills, research design and implementation, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, and research presentation.

[/column] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] Kenya

CENTER FOR WILDLIFE AND HUMAN DIMENSIONS OF CONSERVATION

Location: Kimana, Rift Valley; Amboseli-Tsavo ecosystem; savanna ecosystems

Research Themes: Endangered Species, Wildlife ecology and management, human dimensions of wildlife, resource competition with local communities, community conservation / ecotourism, community wildlife sanctuaries, national park management, wildlife dispersal and movement outside protected areas

Central Research Question: How can changes in land use and natural resource availability in the Maasai steppe of Kenya be managed in such a way as to foster the well-being of local communities whilst safeguarding and promoting biodiversity conservation?

Core Skills: animal behavior observation, environmental impacts assessment, species identification, wildlife census techniques, natural resource management planning, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, tourism impact assessment methods, and basic Swahili language skills.

[/column] [/row] [row] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] Panama

CENTER FOR TROPICAL ISLAND BIODIVERSITY STUDIES

Location: Bocas del Toro Archipelago; mangrove and cloud forest ecosystems; agricultural and fishing communities; tourism sites

Research Themes: Biodiversity and ecosystem health assessments, Rainforest and marine ecology Indigenous tourism and sustainability, Tourism impacts on ecosystems and human populations Marine protected areas

Central Research Question: How can the natural resources of the BDT archipelago best be managed in order to promote conservation and sustainable use considering the complex socioeconomic environment?

Core Skills: habitat and biodiversity assessment, underwater surveying with transects and quadrats, tourism SWOT analysis, basic Spanish language skills, interview methods, and quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis.

[/column] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] Peru

CENTER FOR AMAZON STUDIES

Location: Amazon rainforest ecosystems; Andean cloud forests

Research Themes: Climate change and conservation practice, Landscape ecology and habitat fragmentation, Biodiversity assessment, Forest health and recovery, Indigenous knowledge and histories, Ecosystem services and carbon markets, Impacts of development in the Amazon Biogeography, and Political ecology

Central Research Question: What conditions are necessary for effective conservation and sustainable socioeconomic development in Peru?

Core Skills: species identification and population monitoring, biodiversity and habitat surveys, research plots and transects, interviewing and mapping techniques, conservation strategy assessment, basic Spanish language skills, research design and implementation, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, and research presentation.

[/column] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] Tanzania

CENTER FOR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT STUDIES

Location: Tarangire-Manyara ecosystem; Serengeti National Park; Maasai steppe

Research Themes: Wildlife conservation, Climate change impacts, African large mammal behavior and ecology, Field ornithology, Human-wildlife conflict, Habitat assessments, Community-based conservation, and Reptile ecology and conservation

Central Research Question: How can changes in land use and resource availability in Tanzania be managed in such a way as to foster the well-being of local communities whilst safeguarding and promoting biodiversity conservation?

Core Skills: GIS use and applications, habitat and biodiversity assessment, natural resource valuation, species identification and wildlife census techniques, animal behavior observation skills, radio telemetry, bird species identification, basic Swahili language skills, research design and implementation, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, and research presentation.

[/column] [/row] [row] [column lg="4" md="4" sm="12" xs="12"] TCI

CENTER FOR MARINE RESOURCE STUDIES

Location: South Caicos Island and surrounding marine ecosystems

Research Themes: Marine ecology and conservation, Climate change and ocean acidification, Approaches to sustainable tourism and fisheries, Marine resource management, Traditional island livelihoods, Coral health and resilience, Marine protected areas Coastal management

Central Research Question: How can SFS Center for Marine Resource Studies support the government and South Caicos community to best manage the marine environment and resources to balance biodiversity conservation and economic stability?

Core Skills: coral health assessment, marine species identification, underwater transects and quadrats, video and photo tracking, marine survey techniques, habitat and biodiversity assessment, ecosystem services valuation, research design and implementation, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, research presentation, and PADI Open Water Diver certification (offered at an additional cost, upon request).

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  • Why SFS?

  • Why SFS?
  • Our Research
  • The SFS Model

Be Part of Something Greater.

When you study abroad with SFS, you’re contributing to a legacy of environmental research and stewardship. Communities and ecosystems across the globe are dealing with the impacts of climate change, pollution, deforestation, and many other environmental threats. For more than 35 years, our students and faculty have been working to address these issues through focused research efforts.

With ten Centers around the world, our research covers a spectrum of important environmental issues. SFS programs provide the foundation for students to critically examine today’s environmental issues in an international setting and conduct meaningful, hands-on research in the field. You’ll be working alongside members of our faculty who have expertise in many fields including conservation ecology, environmental policy and ethics, and natural resource management, and the data you collect contributes valuable information to the global body of scientific knowledge.

Our planet is home to an incredible diversity of life, and its future depends on good science and informed policy. Through your research at SFS, you’re becoming part of a greater movement to protect the planet for generations to come.


 

Directed Research was the most challenging thing I have ever undertaken, but it is a significant personal accomplishment. I have gained a better understanding of myself, what I want in life, and where I am going. I feel better prepared as a burgeoning biologist seeking to study life and ensure its conservation for generations to come.

Daniel Erickson
University of Wisconsin-Madison

Directed Research:

A student research project conducted under the direction of a faculty mentor as part of a larger research plan.

Directed Research (SFS 4910) is a 4-credit course that gives you an introduction to conducting scientific research – developing a question, collecting and analyzing data, writing a paper, and presenting your findings. The course is offered on all semester programs, and lasts approximately the last 4-6 weeks of the semester. Recent projects have covered themes such as climate change resilience, elephant ecology, agroforestry, traditional ecological knowledge, food security, coral health, sustainable ecotourism, and water quality.

Ethics:The research our faculty and students conduct complies with the research ethics rules and guidelines in the country in which they are working, and when applicable, permissions are obtained for research on human subjects, animal subjects, and for the extraction of biological samples. Additional vetting for human subjects research is made by the SFS Office of Academic Affairs to ensure standards of ethical practice and protection of subjects are met.


SFS Research by Location

Australia

CENTER FOR RAINFOREST STUDIES

Location: Yungaburra, Tropical North Queensland; remnant rainforest ecosystems

Research Themes:Rainforest ecology and conservation, Climate change, Habitat restoration ecology, Threatened species conservation, Aboriginal ecotourism, Development and settlement in the rainforest, Rainforest fragmentation and recovery, Forest ecotones, Animal behavior

Central Research Question: How can the future of the Wet Tropics in a changing world be ensured?

Core Skills: GIS use and applications, species identification and population monitoring, forest survey methods, citizen science protocols, research design and implementation, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, and research presentation.

Bhutan

CENTER FOR CLIMATE AND SUSTAINABLE FUTURES

Location: Paro Valley; surrounding mountain ecosystems and communities

Research Themes: terrestrial and freshwater biodiversity assessments, GIS, water quality assessments, biodiversity survey techniques, species ID and population monitoring, natural resource valuation, landscape and soils analysis, research design and implementation, quantitative/qualitative data collection and analysis, scientific writing and communication, basic Spanish language skills.

Central Research Question: How can Bhutan secure its culture, biodiversity, and environment in the face of transition?

Core Skills: GIS and mapping, species identification and distribution mapping, forest and biodiversity surveys, camera trapping and mist netting, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, and protected areas assessment.

Cambodia

CENTER FOR CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES

Location: Siem Reap; Tonle Sap Lake and the Mekong watershed

Research Themes: Elephant ecology, climate change impacts, traditional ecological knowledge, biodiversity conservation, environmental justice, environmental anthropology

Central Research Question: How is
Cambodia addressing pressing environmental concerns, especially those related to the conservation of biodiversity and the changing dynamics of rural livelihoods that depend on diminishing natural resources?

Core Skills:Climate change impacts, Elephant ecology and conservation, Traditional livelihoods and ecological knowledge, Community conservation strategies, Indigenous rights and challenges, Protected areas and threatened ecosystems, Environmental ethics and justice, Natural resource governance


Chile

CENTER FOR CLIMATE STUDIES

Location: Puerto Natales, Patagonia

Research Themes: Climate change impacts and resilience, Glacial and freshwater dynamics, Geology and volcanic activity, Penguin behavior, Endangered species protection, Coastal and alpine ecology, Conservation strategy and practice, National Park visitation and protected areas management.

Central Research Question: How can Chile respond to local and global challenges while securing the functionality of its natural and human systems?

Core Skills: terrestrial and freshwater biodiversity assessments, GIS, water quality assessments, biodiversity survey techniques, species ID and population monitoring, natural resource valuation, landscape and soils analysis, research design and implementation, quantitative/qualitative data collection and analysis, scientific writing and communication, basic Spanish language skills.

Costa Rica

CENTER FOR ECOLOGICAL RESILIENCE STUDIES

Location: Atenas, Central Valley; coastal rainforests and tropical dry forests

Research Themes: Impacts of climate change on tropical ecosystems, Agriculture and conservation, Combining environmental services and biodiversity conservation, Urban and agricultural expansion and water management, Food security, Vertebrate ecology, Sustainable ecotourism, Ecological Resilience, research design and implementation, quantitative/qualitative data collection and analysis, scientific writing and communication, basic Spanish language skills.

Central Research Question: How can Costa Rica respond to local and global challenges while securing the functionality of its natural and human systems?

Core Skills: GIS use and applications, species identification, habitat and biodiversity assessment, vertebrate ecology, tourism impact assessment methods, basic Spanish language skills, research design and implementation, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, and research presentation.

Kenya

CENTER FOR WILDLIFE AND HUMAN DIMENSIONS OF CONSERVATION

Location: Kimana, Rift Valley; Amboseli-Tsavo ecosystem; savanna ecosystems

Research Themes: Endangered Species, Wildlife ecology and management, human dimensions of wildlife, resource competition with local communities, community conservation / ecotourism, community wildlife sanctuaries, national park management, wildlife dispersal and movement outside protected areas

Central Research Question: How can changes in land use and natural resource availability in the Maasai steppe of Kenya be managed in such a way as to foster the well-being of local communities whilst safeguarding and promoting biodiversity conservation?

Core Skills: animal behavior observation, environmental impacts assessment, species identification, wildlife census techniques, natural resource management planning, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, tourism impact assessment methods, and basic Swahili language skills.


Panama

CENTER FOR TROPICAL ISLAND BIODIVERSITY STUDIES

Location: Bocas del Toro Archipelago; mangrove and cloud forest ecosystems; agricultural and fishing communities; tourism sites

Research Themes: Biodiversity and ecosystem health assessments, Rainforest and marine ecology Indigenous tourism and sustainability, Tourism impacts on ecosystems and human populations
Marine protected areas

Central Research Question: How can the natural resources of the BDT archipelago best be managed in order to promote conservation and sustainable use considering the complex socioeconomic environment?

Core Skills: habitat and biodiversity assessment, underwater surveying with transects and quadrats, tourism SWOT analysis, basic Spanish language skills, interview methods, and quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis.

Peru

CENTER FOR AMAZON STUDIES

Location: Amazon rainforest ecosystems; Andean cloud forests

Research Themes: Climate change and conservation practice, Landscape ecology and habitat fragmentation, Biodiversity assessment, Forest health and recovery, Indigenous knowledge and histories, Ecosystem services and carbon markets, Impacts of development in the Amazon Biogeography, and Political ecology

Central Research Question: What conditions are necessary for effective conservation and sustainable socioeconomic development in Peru?

Core Skills: species identification and population monitoring, biodiversity and habitat surveys, research plots and transects, interviewing and mapping techniques, conservation strategy assessment, basic Spanish language skills, research design and implementation, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, and research presentation.

Tanzania

CENTER FOR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT STUDIES

Location: Tarangire-Manyara ecosystem; Serengeti National Park; Maasai steppe

Research Themes: Wildlife conservation, Climate change impacts, African large mammal behavior and ecology, Field ornithology, Human-wildlife conflict, Habitat assessments, Community-based conservation, and Reptile ecology and conservation

Central Research Question: How can changes in land use and resource availability in Tanzania be managed in such a way as to foster the well-being of local communities whilst safeguarding and promoting biodiversity conservation?

Core Skills: GIS use and applications, habitat and biodiversity assessment, natural resource valuation, species identification and wildlife census techniques, animal behavior observation skills, radio telemetry, bird species identification, basic Swahili language skills, research design and implementation, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, and research presentation.

TCI

CENTER FOR MARINE RESOURCE STUDIES

Location: South Caicos Island and surrounding marine ecosystems

Research Themes: Marine ecology and conservation, Climate change and ocean acidification, Approaches to sustainable tourism and fisheries, Marine resource management, Traditional island livelihoods, Coral health and resilience, Marine protected areas Coastal management

Central Research Question: How can SFS Center for Marine Resource Studies support the government and South Caicos community to best manage the marine environment and resources to balance biodiversity conservation and economic stability?

Core Skills: coral health assessment, marine species identification, underwater transects and quadrats, video and photo tracking, marine survey techniques, habitat and biodiversity assessment, ecosystem services valuation, research design and implementation, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, research presentation, and PADI Open Water Diver certification (offered at an additional cost, upon request).

 

Downloadable Resources

Peer-Reviewed Publications

SFS Research Philosophy

SFS Research and Data Policy

Directed Research Projects – Fall 2022

Directed Research Projects – Spring 2019

Directed Research Projects – Fall 2019

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