National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis (NCEAS)

SYNOPSIS

National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis (NCEAS) is an NSF-funded research center located in downtown Santa Barbara, California. The core activities of the center include the development and testing of important ecological ideas and theories using existing data; cutting-edge analysis of ecological information; research on data access and use; promoting the use of sound science in policy and management decisions; investigating sociological issues that pertain to the science of ecology; projects involving the state of California; and education and outreach. Several kinds of activity are supported by the center including Working Groups that convene at NCEAS, Distributed Graduate Seminars, Center Fellows (sabbatical visitors), and Postdoctoral Associates. NCEAS solicits proposals in January and August. Proposals may be submitted between these dates under unusual circumstances, after consultation with the Director. Proposals are reviewed by the NCEAS Science Advisory Board, which makes recommendations for support. Visit the NCEAS home page for additional details [http://www.nceas.ucsb.edu].

NSF Contact Information
Dr. Henry Gholz, Program Director, Division of Environmental Biology, 703-292-8481, hgholz@nsf.gov.

Dr. Saran Twombly, Program Director, Division of Environmental Biology, 703-292-8481, stwombly@nsf.gov