USGS Biology Research
USGS Biology Science Programs work together and with others to provide the scientific understanding and technologies needed to support the sound management and conservation of our Nation's biological resources. In addition to the diverse topics each program approaches, multiple areas of research are supported across Biology Science Programs, including threatened and endangered species, and genetics and genomics.
NOTE: Email addresses are suffixed with "@usgs.gov" unless otherwise noted
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- Biological Informatics Program
Create the informatics framework, provide the scientific content, and develop the public and private partnerships needed for the understanding and stewardship of our Nation's biological resources.
Point of Contact: Kate Kase (E-mail: kate_kase
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Phone: 703-648-4216)
- Contaminant Biology Program
Investigates the effects and exposure of environmental contaminants to the Nation's living resources, particularly those under the stewardship of the Department of the Interior.
Point of Contact: Sarah Gerould (E-mail: sgerould
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Phone: 703-648-6895)
- Cooperative Research Units Program
Conduct research on renewable natural resource questions; participate in the education of graduate students destined to become natural resource managers and scientists; provide technical assistance and consultation to parties who have legitimate interests in natural resource issues; and provide continuing education for natural resource professionals.
Point of Contact: Ken Williams, Chief (E-mail: byron_ken_williams
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Phone: 703-648-4268)
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- Invasive Species Program
Provides methodologies and information to address threats to ecological systems and native species due to the introduction and spread of invasive species.
Point of Contact: Sharon Gross (E-mail: sgross
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Phone: 703-648-4076)
- Status and Trends of Biological Resources Program
Measures, predicts, assesses, and reports the status and trends of the Nation's biological resources. The Program facilitates research, enables resource management and stewardship, and promotes public understanding and appreciation of our living resources.
Point of Contact: Paul Dresler (E-mail: paul_dresler| Phone: 703-648-4114)
- Terrestrial, Freshwater and Marine Ecosystems Program
Studies conducted by USGS Terrestrial, Freshwater, and Marine Ecosystems scientists describe factors that control ecosystem structure, function, condition, and the provision of goods and services. This information is used to predict future changes to ecosystems and to describe the results of management alternatives.
Point of Contact: B. Van Horne (E-mail: bvanhorne
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- Wildlife: Terrestrial and Endangered Resources Program
Conducts research on diverse natural resource topics involving migratory wildlife, marine mammals, threatened and endangered species, wildlife disease, terrestrial plants, and amphibians.
Point of Contact: Rick Kearney (E-mail: rkearney
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Phone: 703-648-4019)
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- Genetics and Genomics
USGS genetics and genomics activities and capabilities across all Biology Discipline programs.
Point of Contact: Kay M. Briggs (E-mail: kmbriggs
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Phone: 703-648-4046)
- Global Change
A primary focus of BRD global change research and monitoring is on the effects of global change on Department of Interior lands and resources. This work is conducted under the Terrestrial, Freshwater, and Marine Ecosystems Program.
Point of Contact: Colleen Charles (E-mail: colleen_charles | Phone: 703-648-4110)
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- Science Support Partnership Program
Through the Science Support Partnership (SSP) Program, the U.S. Geological Survey partners with the Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to understand and provide the critical science information required to effectively manage our nation’s resources. SSP funds are distributed to USGS Science Centers and Cooperative Research Units to meet science needs identified by the USFWS.
Point of Contact: Steve Hilburger (E-mail:shilburger | Phone: 703-648-4036)
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Biology Programs 
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