In this episode of From the Field, Henry Huntington, an independent researcher and Arctic Science Director at Ocean Conservancy, explains how the combination of traditional knowledge and scientific knowledge regarding the ecology of marine mamm

Entry 13: How Living Shorelines Mitigate Storm Damage and Coastal Erosion with Rachel Gittman

Mar 29th, 2021 35m 10s

Int this episode of From the Field, Dr. Rachel Gittman, a coastal ecologist and assistant professor at East Caroline University, explains how living shorelines like marshes and mangroves can lead to shoreline stabilization which prevents seriou

Entry 12: Paper Based DNA Kit Identifies Rare and Elusive Species with Natalie Schmitt

Mar 22nd, 2021 32m 26s

In this episode of From the Field, Dr. Natalie Schmitt, a conservation genetic scientist and documentary film presenter, discusses her journey of developing a paper based DNA kit which can identify rare and elusive species while out in the fiel

Entry 11: Understanding the Effects of Climate Change on Polar Bears with Andrew Derocher

Mar 15th, 2021 32m 35s

In this episode of From the Field, guest Andrew Derocher, ecologist and a professor of biology at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Canada, discusses how the changes in sea ice create a shift in polar bear behavior over time and invites a

Entry 9: Who's Eating What? Urban and Scavenger Ecology and How Humans Affect Biodiversity with Alexis Brewer

Mar 8th, 2021 30m 48s

In this episode of From the Field, our guest Alexis Brewer, a Ph.D candidate at the City University of New York, discusses the relationship between humans and wildlife and how we may affect their diets. Cue dumpster diving black bears and road

Entry 10: Monitoring Climate Change Impact on Salmon Streams in Alaska with Sue Mauger

Mar 8th, 2021 40m 58s

In this episode of From the Field, Sue Mauger, the Science and Executive Director of the Cook Inletkeeper in Alaska, discusses how climate and land use change have impacted the wild salmon streams. Learn how Sue applies water temperature monito

Final Entry: S1 - Thank You For Listening and Stay Tuned for Season 2

Jun 17th, 2019 2m 46s

Thank you for listening to From the Field, Season 1! We're coming back with season 2, so stay tuned. In the mean time, look out for a mini-series where I will discuss intriguing field studies and interview volunteers and citizen scientists invo

Entry 8: Combating Climate Change by Understanding Climate and Animal Migration Patterns Through Projection Models with Josh Lawler

Jun 3rd, 2019 30m 21s

In this episode of From the Field, guest Josh Lawler, an ecologist and professor, discusses how climate projections in relation to animal migration could show how and where landscapes need to be improved in order to ensure the survival of hundr

Entry 7: Clean Drinking Water Depends on Conservation of Gravely Imperiled and Endangered Freshwater Mussels with Abbie Gascho Landis

May 27th, 2019 34m

In this episode of From the Field, guest Abbie Gascho Landis, Author of a book entitled “Immersion: The Science and Mystery of Freshwater Mussels,” explains how Freshwater Mussels perform ecosystem services by cleaning rivers and streams that e

Entry 6: Understanding Coral Health and Immunity Could Restore Coral Reef Systems with Caroline Palmer

May 20th, 2019 40m 1s

In this episode of From the Field, guest Dr. Caroline Palmer discusses how her research in coral immunology may be the key to resilience against coral bleaching and the loss of coral reef habitat that houses 25% of ocean life.

Entry 5: Geothermal Energy - An Everlasting Source of Sustainable Energy Right Below Our Feet with Christian Hardwick

May 13th, 2019 29m 13s

In this episode of From the Field, guest Christian Hardwick explains why Geothermal Energy, sometimes a forgotten renewable, is the best sustainable resource to power the planet and combat climate change. For more information, visit www.fromthe

Entry 4: The Future of Cities Impacted by Climate Change with Timon McPhearson

May 6th, 2019 30m 38s

In this episode of From the Field, guest Timon McPhearson discusses the adverse effects of Climate Change on our cities and how he combats heatwaves with a multifaceted approach.

Entry 3: The Data Deficient Killer Whales of Western Australia with Bec Wellard

Apr 29th, 2019 26m 10s

In this episode of From the Field, find out why collecting data on Killer Whales in Australia is crucial to protecting not just the species itself but the entire ocean ecosystem - with guest Bec Wellard. For guest links and other info on Bec, p

Entry 2: Combating Timber Theft Through Wood Chemistry with Kristen Finch

Apr 16th, 2019 18m 52s

In this episode of From the Field, guest Kristen Finch explains why timber theft is more lucrative than Ivory Trade and how her study could halt illegal logging in the future. For show notes and other information about Kristen, visit: www.fromt

Entry 1: Reintroducing Bison to the Tall Grass Prairie with Holly Jones

Apr 16th, 2019 19m 23s

In this episode of From the Field, guest Holly Jones explains how the revival of tall grass prairie and the reintroduction of a pure-line of bison in Illinois benefits the ecosystem in a huge way. For show notes and other information about Holl

Trailer

Introduction to From the Field

Apr 16th, 2019 2m 15s

Welcome to From the Field! Season 1 is full of eye opening stories about scientists and their fieldwork. This teaser explains what to expect throughout the season. Visit the From the Field website to learn more.

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