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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] [third_section] => [fourth_section] => [row] [column lg="6" md="6" sm="12" xs="12"][/column] [column lg="6" md="6" sm="12" xs="12"]Directed Research:
noun / də-ˈrek-təd ˈrē-ˌsərch / 1. 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.[/column] [/row]Directed Research Topics: All student research on SFS programs is part of the long-term strategic research plan at each Center. Students develop their research questions under an umbrella of topics connected to this plan. This approach allows students to address relevant, real-world environmental issues and contribute to a larger body of scientific knowledge. Research 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":[]} [last_section] =>
Downloadable Resources
Directed Research Projects - Spring 2019
Directed Research Projects - Fall 2019
[first_section] =>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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Location: Yungaburra, Tropical North Queensland; remnant rainforest ecosystems
Research Themes: Climate change resilience, habitat restoration, marsupial behavior, Aboriginal ecotourism, post-logging forest recovery, forest ecotones
Central Research Question: How can the future of the Wet Tropics in a changing world be ensured?
Core Skills: GIS, species identification and population monitoring, forest survey methods, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
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CENTER FOR CLIMATE AND SUSTAINABLE FUTURES
Location: Paro Valley; surrounding mountain ecosystems and communities
Research Themes: Mountain ecology & conservation, climate change, river ecosystems, forest management, rural-urban migration, agriculture & food security
Central Research Question: How can Bhutan secure its culture, biodiversity, and environment in the face of transition?
Core Skills: Remove sensing and mapping, species identification, camera trapping & mist-netting, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
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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: Species identification & wildlife monitoring, Khmer language, conservation grant writing, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
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Location: Puerto Natales, Patagonia
Research Themes: Climate change resilience, glacial dynamics, ecological succession, penguin behavior, coastal & alpine ecology, national park 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: Species identification, biodiversity assessments, Spanish language, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
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CENTER FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
Location: Atenas, Central Valley; coastal rainforests and tropical dry forests; agricultural and fishing communities
Research Themes: Climate change and tropical ecosystems, Agroforestry and conservation, Vertebrate ecology, Water Conservation, Urban ecology, Sustainable ecotourism, Carbon sequestration
Central Research Question: How can Costa Rica respond to local and global challenges while achieving sustainable development goals?
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.
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CENTER FOR WILDLIFE AND HUMAN DIMENSIONS OF CONSERVATION
Location: Kimana, Rift Valley; Amboseli-Tsavo ecosystem; savanna ecosystems
Research Themes: 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, natural resources utilization and availability in the Amboseli Ecosystem be managed to promote socio-economic well-being of local communities whilst safeguarding and promoting natural resources conservation?
Core Skills: Wildlife counts, wildlife behavior, social community assessments, Swahili language, research design, data collection and analysis, scientific writing, community presentations
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CENTER FOR TROPICAL ISLAND BIODIVERSITY STUDIES
Location: Bocas del Toro Archipelago; mangrove and cloud forest ecosystems; agricultural and fishing communities; tourism sites
Research Themes: Marine protected areas, rainforest biodiversity assessment, tourism impacts, ecosystem monitoring, community livelihoods, perceptions on conservation
Central Research Question: What is the status of key island systems, both natural and human, and what are the pressures that threaten the delicate balance of the island system?
Core Skills: Species identification, tourism impact assessment, Spanish language, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
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Location: Iquitos; surrounding Amazon rainforest ecosystems; Andean cloud forests
Research Themes: Forest & soil ecology, mammal ecology & conservation, land use impacts, natural resource management, forest recovery, development of the Amazon
Central Research Question: What conditions are necessary for effective conservation and sustainable socioeconomic development in Peru?
Core Skills: Species identification and population monitoring, biodiversity surveys, Spanish langauge, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
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CENTER FOR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT STUDIES
Location: Tarangire-Manyara ecosystem; Serengeti National Park; Maasai steppe
Research Themes: Wildlife conservation, African large mammal behavior, carnivore ecology, human-wildlife conflict, climate change, community-based conservation
Central Research Question: How can wildlife conservation and socio-economic conditions be enhanced in a changing socio-ecological system within the Tarangire-Manyara Ecosystem?
Core Skills: GIS, wildlife census techniques, natural resource valuation, Swahili language, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
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CENTER FOR MARINE RESOURCE STUDIES
Location: South Caicos Island and surrounding marine ecosystems
Research Themes: Climate change & ocean acidification, tourism impacts, commercial fisheries, coral health & resilience, Marine protected areas, environmental education
Central Research Question: How can SFS support the government and South Caicos community to best manage the marine environment and resources to balance biodiversity conservation and economic sustainability?
Core Skills: Coral health assessment, marine species identification, acoustic tracking, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
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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] [third_section] => [fourth_section] => [row] [column lg="6" md="6" sm="12" xs="12"][/column] [column lg="6" md="6" sm="12" xs="12"]Directed Research:
noun / də-ˈrek-təd ˈrē-ˌsərch / 1. 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.[/column] [/row]Directed Research Topics: All student research on SFS programs is part of the long-term strategic research plan at each Center. Students develop their research questions under an umbrella of topics connected to this plan. This approach allows students to address relevant, real-world environmental issues and contribute to a larger body of scientific knowledge. Research 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] => [last_section] =>
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Directed Research Projects - Spring 2019
Directed Research Projects - Fall 2019
[first_section] =>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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Location: Yungaburra, Tropical North Queensland; remnant rainforest ecosystems
Research Themes: Climate change resilience, habitat restoration, marsupial behavior, Aboriginal ecotourism, post-logging forest recovery, forest ecotones
Central Research Question: How can the future of the Wet Tropics in a changing world be ensured?
Core Skills: GIS, species identification and population monitoring, forest survey methods, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
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CENTER FOR CLIMATE AND SUSTAINABLE FUTURES
Location: Paro Valley; surrounding mountain ecosystems and communities
Research Themes: Mountain ecology & conservation, climate change, river ecosystems, forest management, rural-urban migration, agriculture & food security
Central Research Question: How can Bhutan secure its culture, biodiversity, and environment in the face of transition?
Core Skills: Remove sensing and mapping, species identification, camera trapping & mist-netting, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
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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: Species identification & wildlife monitoring, Khmer language, conservation grant writing, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
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Location: Puerto Natales, Patagonia
Research Themes: Climate change resilience, glacial dynamics, ecological succession, penguin behavior, coastal & alpine ecology, national park 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: Species identification, biodiversity assessments, Spanish language, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
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CENTER FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
Location: Atenas, Central Valley; coastal rainforests and tropical dry forests; agricultural and fishing communities
Research Themes: Climate change and tropical ecosystems, Agroforestry and conservation, Vertebrate ecology, Water Conservation, Urban ecology, Sustainable ecotourism, Carbon sequestration
Central Research Question: How can Costa Rica respond to local and global challenges while achieving sustainable development goals?
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.
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CENTER FOR WILDLIFE AND HUMAN DIMENSIONS OF CONSERVATION
Location: Kimana, Rift Valley; Amboseli-Tsavo ecosystem; savanna ecosystems
Research Themes: 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, natural resources utilization and availability in the Amboseli Ecosystem be managed to promote socio-economic well-being of local communities whilst safeguarding and promoting natural resources conservation?
Core Skills: Wildlife counts, wildlife behavior, social community assessments, Swahili language, research design, data collection and analysis, scientific writing, community presentations
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CENTER FOR TROPICAL ISLAND BIODIVERSITY STUDIES
Location: Bocas del Toro Archipelago; mangrove and cloud forest ecosystems; agricultural and fishing communities; tourism sites
Research Themes: Marine protected areas, rainforest biodiversity assessment, tourism impacts, ecosystem monitoring, community livelihoods, perceptions on conservation
Central Research Question: What is the status of key island systems, both natural and human, and what are the pressures that threaten the delicate balance of the island system?
Core Skills: Species identification, tourism impact assessment, Spanish language, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
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Location: Iquitos; surrounding Amazon rainforest ecosystems; Andean cloud forests
Research Themes: Forest & soil ecology, mammal ecology & conservation, land use impacts, natural resource management, forest recovery, development of the Amazon
Central Research Question: What conditions are necessary for effective conservation and sustainable socioeconomic development in Peru?
Core Skills: Species identification and population monitoring, biodiversity surveys, Spanish langauge, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
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CENTER FOR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT STUDIES
Location: Tarangire-Manyara ecosystem; Serengeti National Park; Maasai steppe
Research Themes: Wildlife conservation, African large mammal behavior, carnivore ecology, human-wildlife conflict, climate change, community-based conservation
Central Research Question: How can wildlife conservation and socio-economic conditions be enhanced in a changing socio-ecological system within the Tarangire-Manyara Ecosystem?
Core Skills: GIS, wildlife census techniques, natural resource valuation, Swahili language, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
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CENTER FOR MARINE RESOURCE STUDIES
Location: South Caicos Island and surrounding marine ecosystems
Research Themes: Climate change & ocean acidification, tourism impacts, commercial fisheries, coral health & resilience, Marine protected areas, environmental education
Central Research Question: How can SFS support the government and South Caicos community to best manage the marine environment and resources to balance biodiversity conservation and economic sustainability?
Core Skills: Coral health assessment, marine species identification, acoustic tracking, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
noun
/ də-ˈrek-təd ˈrē-ˌsərch /
1. 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.
Research 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.
Location: Yungaburra, Tropical North Queensland; remnant rainforest ecosystems
Research Themes: Climate change resilience, habitat restoration, marsupial behavior, Aboriginal ecotourism, post-logging forest recovery, forest ecotones
Central Research Question: How can the future of the Wet Tropics in a changing world be ensured?
Core Skills: GIS, species identification and population monitoring, forest survey methods, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
CENTER FOR CLIMATE AND SUSTAINABLE FUTURES
Location: Paro Valley; surrounding mountain ecosystems and communities
Research Themes: Mountain ecology & conservation, climate change, river ecosystems, forest management, rural-urban migration, agriculture & food security
Central Research Question: How can Bhutan secure its culture, biodiversity, and environment in the face of transition?
Core Skills: Remove sensing and mapping, species identification, camera trapping & mist-netting, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
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: Species identification & wildlife monitoring, Khmer language, conservation grant writing, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
Location: Puerto Natales, Patagonia
Research Themes: Climate change resilience, glacial dynamics, ecological succession, penguin behavior, coastal & alpine ecology, national park 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: Species identification, biodiversity assessments, Spanish language, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
CENTER FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
Location: Atenas, Central Valley; coastal rainforests and tropical dry forests; agricultural and fishing communities
Research Themes: Climate change and tropical ecosystems, Agroforestry and conservation, Vertebrate ecology, Water Conservation, Urban ecology, Sustainable ecotourism, Carbon sequestration
Central Research Question: How can Costa Rica respond to local and global challenges while achieving sustainable development goals?
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.
CENTER FOR WILDLIFE AND HUMAN DIMENSIONS OF CONSERVATION
Location: Kimana, Rift Valley; Amboseli-Tsavo ecosystem; savanna ecosystems
Research Themes: 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, natural resources utilization and availability in the Amboseli Ecosystem be managed to promote socio-economic well-being of local communities whilst safeguarding and promoting natural resources conservation?
Core Skills: Wildlife counts, wildlife behavior, social community assessments, Swahili language, research design, data collection and analysis, scientific writing, community presentations
CENTER FOR TROPICAL ISLAND BIODIVERSITY STUDIES
Location: Bocas del Toro Archipelago; mangrove and cloud forest ecosystems; agricultural and fishing communities; tourism sites
Research Themes: Marine protected areas, rainforest biodiversity assessment, tourism impacts, ecosystem monitoring, community livelihoods, perceptions on conservation
Central Research Question: What is the status of key island systems, both natural and human, and what are the pressures that threaten the delicate balance of the island system?
Core Skills: Species identification, tourism impact assessment, Spanish language, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
Location: Iquitos; surrounding Amazon rainforest ecosystems; Andean cloud forests
Research Themes: Forest & soil ecology, mammal ecology & conservation, land use impacts, natural resource management, forest recovery, development of the Amazon
Central Research Question: What conditions are necessary for effective conservation and sustainable socioeconomic development in Peru?
Core Skills: Species identification and population monitoring, biodiversity surveys, Spanish langauge, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
CENTER FOR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT STUDIES
Location: Tarangire-Manyara ecosystem; Serengeti National Park; Maasai steppe
Research Themes: Wildlife conservation, African large mammal behavior, carnivore ecology, human-wildlife conflict, climate change, community-based conservation
Central Research Question: How can
wildlife conservation and socio-economic conditions be enhanced in a changing socio-ecological system within the Tarangire-Manyara Ecosystem?
Core Skills: GIS, wildlife census techniques, natural resource valuation, Swahili language, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation
CENTER FOR MARINE RESOURCE STUDIES
Location: South Caicos Island and surrounding marine ecosystems
Research Themes: Climate change & ocean acidification, tourism impacts, commercial fisheries, coral health & resilience, Marine protected areas, environmental education
Central Research Question: How can SFS support the government and South Caicos community to best manage the marine environment and resources to balance biodiversity conservation and economic sustainability?
Core Skills: Coral health assessment, marine species identification, acoustic tracking, research design, data collection, scientific writing and presentation