Project Database

Quantifying Historical and Contemporary Carbon Sequestration in Forested Ecosystems of Alaska

Project ID: 23-JV-11261918-067 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $247,123 Total Funding: $260,254 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: 

January 22, 2024

Quantifying Lichen Community Composition, Nitrogen Content, and Nitrogen Stable Isotope Composition to Assess Nitrogen Critical Loads at North Cascades National Park Service Complex

Project ID: P18AC00927 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $61,908 Total Funding: $83,958 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: NPS staff located in NOCA, the NCCN I&M Program, the Pacific West Region, and the Air Resources Division will collaborate with WSU scientists to collect and analyze lichen data in order to: 1) determine the extent to which park lichens are being affected…

August 30, 2021

Quantifying relationships between remotely sensed riparian and upland wetland areas and stream temperature and flow in the upper Donner and Blitzen River basin

Project ID: G23AC00489 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $55,000 Total Funding: $55,000 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: The goal of this research project is to integrate several scientific disciplines to develop an understanding of linkages among topography, vegetation, hydrology, and water quality. The data and models from this work will be used to quantify spatial heterogeneity of drought resilience and inform…

January 22, 2024

Quantitative Forecasting of Above and Belowground Climate Change Impacts at Wind Cave National Park

Project ID: J8W07100052 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $38,618 Total Funding: $164,181 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: Climate change impacts and the interactions between management decisions and natural resource responses present a strong need for tools that managers can use to guide future management strategies. In 2009, Wind Cave National Park (WICA) was used as a case study in a…

August 30, 2021

Range and Riparian Grazing Management

Project ID: 68-3A75-4-101-30 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $1,848 Total Funding: $1,848 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: This project will develop advanced knowledge in practical aspects of riparian area and range management for resource managers and absentee land owners in Sherman County, Oregon. The program will deliver a field presentation of identification of select noxious weeds and invader species; biological…

Range Science Support and Tech Transfer

Project ID: NR230436XXXXC010 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $300,000 Total Funding: $300,000 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: To provide science and technical support for strategic, landscape-scale conservation and climate mitigation in eastern Oregon rangelands.

January 19, 2024

Rare Care and Plant Conservation

Project ID: L16AC00167 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $50,800 Total Funding: $93,150 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: Support rare plant conservation, ex situ storage of rare plant seed, species reintroductions, and performing educational outreach. The objective of this program is to support rare plant conservation, ex situ storage of rare plant seed, species reintroductions, and perfonning educational outreach. Projects will…

August 30, 2021

Rare Plant Distribution Studies in Washington State

Project ID: L08AC13199 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $30,000 Total Funding: $42,000 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: Investigates potential occurrences of rare plants on selected BLM lands throughout the state. The goal is to contribute to the understanding of the distribution, abundance and ecology of rare plants, and the identification of any management needs for these species occurring on BLM…

Rare Sequestrate Fungi, SW Oregon

Project ID: L10AC20020 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $25,000 Total Funding: $109,989 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: ATR: Douglas Kendig

Re-evaluation of The Island and Round Top Butte Natural Areas as Potential National Natural Landmarks

Project ID: J8W07070020 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $3,809 Total Funding: $3,809 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: The National Natural Landmarks Program was established in 1962 by the Secretary of the Interior to encourage the preservation of the best remaining examples of the biological and geological features composing the nation’s natural landscape. Currently, there are 581 National Natural Landmark Program…

Re-measuring the Effects of Heavy Metals on Vegetation in Cape Krusenstern National Monument

Project ID: P16AC00394 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $100,056 Total Funding: $181,981 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: Statement of Purpose: 1) Research the effects of contaminants on vegetation in the area. 2) Continue monitoring vegetation and heavy metal distribution along the Cape Krusenstern National Monument section of DMTS. 3) Improve analysis techniques and develop methods to document change. 4) Educate…

Recalibration of Columbia Basic VIC Model

Project ID: R17AC00024 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $18,097 Total Funding: $18,097 [project-data-part-2]

Recovery Act-Shrub Steppe/Sage-grouse Habitat Restoration

Project ID: L10AC16232 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $85,000 Total Funding: $115,000 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: Missing TA, Mods 1, 2, 3, 4. Mod 05 references $85k as previous funding amounts total. PI is which UW dept? Not listed in directory.

Recreational Activities and Associated Human Impacts near Lakes Stocked with Fish

Project ID: J9W88030021 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $11,546 Total Funding: $11,546 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: Four components will provide information on visitor use of mountain lakes. First, information about people who visit four mountain lakes areas will be gathered including number of day and overnight users and percentage of each who fish. Second, qualitative information will be gathered…

Reestablishment of the Pacific Northwest Exotic Plant Pest Council

Project ID: J8W07070028 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $18,000 Total Funding: $18,000 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: This Task Agreement supports initial efforts to investigate what a re-vitalized Pacific Northwest Exotic Plant Pest Council should do and what type of organizational structure would be most effective. The purpose of this cooperative Task Agreement is to facilitate work with the UW…

Reevaluating Cascades Frog Status in Oregon

Project ID: F19AP00369 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $20,921 Total Funding: $20,921 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: Funds under this award are to be used to provide up-to-date information on the status and trends of Cascades frog in Oregon. Specifically, this work will estimate occupancy of Cascades frog in Oregon and factors that influence species detectability, use estimates of detection…

Refine Techniques to Survey Harvested Bear Populations in Katmai National Park and Preserve and Lake Clark National Park and Preserve

Project ID: J9W88040028 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $47,519 Total Funding: $58,869 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: Estimate brown and black bear population size and composition using a line-transect double-count aerial census technique, developed by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game. Deliverables: Refining Monitoring Protocols to Survey Brown Bear Populations in Katmai National Park and Preserve and Lake Clark…

Rehabilitation of Cedar Mesa Archaeological Collection

Project ID: HAF063N05 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $25,000 Total Funding: $55,000 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: Under the terms of this agreement, Washinton State University provides for the care of and access to the artifacts, samples, and records resulting from the Cedar Mesa Project currently at WSU. The agreement provides for the rehabilitation of the collections pursuan to 36CFR…

Relation Between Overstory Density Management, Understory Planting and Long-Term Development of Stand Structures

Project ID: HAF033F12 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $30,000 Total Funding: $133,806 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: The ultimate objective of this study is provision of long-term demonstrations and published data bases for evaluating the array of consequences (positive and negative) of manipulating overstory, understory and reforestation toward development of late-successional habitat and forest conditions. The proposal has the limited…

Relocating Historic Populations of Sensitive and Rare Vegetation at Mount Rainier National Park

Project ID: P23AC02293 [project-data-part-1] Initial Funding: $25,540 Total Funding: $25,540 [project-data-part-2] Abstract: This work will 1) update sensitive vascular plant species lists for Mount Rainier National Park (MORA), 2) create a reference set of data for those species including habitats, known spatial locations and descriptive locations (without spatial data), 3) locate species in the field to…

January 18, 2024