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Migratory patterns of Eastern golden eagle population revealed
August 12, 2015
Eastern North America is home to a small population of Golden Eagles, but despite their vulnerability to habitat loss and other threats, little information has been available on the patterns of their annual migration. Unitl now. Researchers have been able to trace the eagles’ movements through isotopes in their feathers to identify their breeding and wintering areas.

Study looks at best way to bring healthy streams back after development
August 3, 2015
Ecologist Robert Hilderbrand and his research team at the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science’s Appalachian Laboratory are examining the abilities of different stream restoration techniques to better improve the ecological side of stream restorations in urban watersheds.

Appalachian Laboratory Open House brings hands-on science to the community
May 5, 2015
The Appalachian Laboratory hosted an Open House on May 2 that introduced the community to UMCES scientists and offered a chance to do hands-on science experiments to learn about the environment in western Maryland.

Citizens Restoring American Chestnuts to give seedlings to citizen scientists at Appalachian Laboratory Open House

April 29, 2015
For a third year in a row, Citizens Restoring American Chestnuts (CRAC) will be giving away American chestnuts to individuals who are interested in contributing to science while at the same time learning something about the environment.

Streams, bats, bugs & more at Appalachian Laboratory Open House May 2
April 21, 2015
Did you know there could be something other than water in the rain? Have you ever seen a tree breathe? Did you know that not all scientists wear lab coats? Visit the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science's Appalachian Laboratory for a free Open House on Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. to find out. Learn about Maryland’s flying mammals, what lurks in pond scum, and more.

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