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Plumes of black smoke and fire consume a forested hillside

Feb 6 Publications, Science, Spotlights

New NW CASC-funded Synthesis Explores the Effects of Changing Climate Conditions on Wildfires and Forests of the Northwest

Forests are an iconic feature of Northwest landscapes. From dense forests of towering conifers in the west to ponderosa pine forests in the east, these ecosystems provide water, wildlife habitat, timber, recreation and other benefits.

Person stands on top of a ridge overlooking the mountains at sunrise. The clouds and sky are bright pink with hues of yellow and gold.

Jan 14 Announcements, Science, Opportunity

NW CASC Funding Opportunity! 2020-21 Research Fellowship Program

The Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center (NW CASC) invites proposals for its 2020-2021 Research Fellowship Program from graduate students at University of Washington (UW), Boise State University (BSU), Oregon State University (OSU), University of Montana (UM), Washington State University (WSU) and Western Washington University (WWU) and postdoctoral scholars at BSU, OSU, UM, WSU and WWU (this Fellowship cannot support postdocs at UW).

UW student sits in front of the water as the sun sets

Jan 13 Partners, Science, Opportunity

Opportunity to Host Summer Interns through the UW Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program

Are you a natural resource organization in Washington doing on-the-ground conservation? Do you have the capacity to host a team of interns this summer? The Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center is partnering with the University of Washington Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program (DDCSP) to help support internship placements for summer 2020.

Dec 17 Science, People

NW CASC’s Meade Krosby Recognized with Wilburforce Conservation Leadership Award

Meade Krosby, University Deputy Director at the Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center and Senior Scientist at the University of Washington’s Climate Impacts Group, has received this year’s Wilburforce Conservation Leadership Award!

Dec 11 Partners, Science, Opportunity

Application Period Open for National Science to Action Fellowship Program

We are excited to announce the opportunity to apply for a Science to Action Fellowship, provided through the USGS National Climate Adaptation Science Center (NCASC). This program supports Master’s and Doctoral Students in directly applying scientific research related to climate change impacts on fish, wildlife or ecosystems to decision-making about natural resources.

Dec 9 Publications, Science, Spotlights

NW CASC Research Provides New Synthesis on Ecological Drought in the Northwest

As the climate changes in the Northwest, increasing temperatures and changing precipitation patterns are expected to significantly alter our annual snowpack, stream flows and water availability. Along with these changes comes an increased risk of ecological drought, or periods of water stress that significantly impact species, habitats, ecosystems and the services they provide.

A mule deer on a yellow grassy slope turns to look at the camera

Nov 4 Partners, Science, Spotlights

NW CASC Partnering on Project Examining Relationship Between Fish & Wildlife Health, Disease and Climate Change Across North America

The Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center is part of a one-year project led by the USGS National Wildlife Health Center (NWHC), in partnership with the USGS Climate Adaptation Science Center Network, to understand and prepare for emerging challenges related to fish and wildlife health, disease, and climate change across North America.

Nov 4 Announcements, Science, Opportunity

Funding Opportunity: NW CASC Seeks Fellowship Applications from Graduate Students & Postdocs at Oregon State University

The Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center (NW CASC) invites proposals for its 2019-2020 Research Fellowship Program from graduate students and postdoctoral scientists at Oregon State University (2019-20 Fellows have already been selected from University of Washington, Boise State University, University of Montana, Washington State University, and Western Washington University).

Sunlight filters through fog and trees in an Oregon forest

Nov 4 Announcements, Partners, Science

NW CASC Welcomes Oregon State University as New Consortium Member

The Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center (NW CASC) is pleased to welcome Oregon State University (OSU) as our new University Consortium member, joining Boise State University, University of Montana, University of Washington, Washington State University and Western Washington University.

Oct 7 Events, Science, People

NW CASC Heading to 10th Annual Northwest Climate Conference

The National Climate Adaptation Science Center (NW CASC) will be participating in the 10th Annual Northwest Climate Conference this week (October 8-10) in Portland, Oregon. The Northwest Climate Conference brings together a diverse community of practitioners, scientists, tribal communities and decision-makers advancing climate resilience across the Northwest.