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Q&A with Jeb Byers: Mapping invasive species along global coastlines
Jeb Byers, a professor in the Odum School of Ecology, investigates invasive species, particularly along coastlines. His work has produced a heat map that indicates barriers to entry for potentially invasive species. (Photo by Chamberlain Smith) Originally published here by the University of Georgia Office of Research. Written by David Mitchell. Growing up in the…
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The American Society of Civil Engineers endorses the use of nature-based solutions as crucial tool in combatting climate change in new policy statement
In a recent policy statement, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) endorsed the use of nature-based solutions (NbS) as a crucial tool for addressing the threat of climate change and bolstering community and ecological resilience. ASCE’s recognition of NbS as a crucial tool in future infrastructure projects is an important step toward accelerating global…
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IRIS presentations from the 2024 N-EWN Partner Symposium
At this summer’s inaugural N-EWN Partner Symposium, we heard talks from partner institutions, organizations and companies from across the country. We also came together to support IRIS affiliates and students as they presented their research on topics from flood modeling to environmental policy. Below, we’ve compiled the abstracts of IRIS-affiliated presentations from the 2024 N-EWN…