In the Field

Science on the Fly Brings Community Science to Capitol Hill
Allie Cunningham Allie Cunningham

Science on the Fly Brings Community Science to Capitol Hill

This September, Science on the Fly (SOTF) joined colleagues from Woodwell Climate Research Center for their annual Washington, D.C. fly-in. Our team carried a clear message: community-driven science is essential for shaping policy, bridging local actions and national decisions to protect the health of our watersheds.

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The Role of Community Science in Protecting Our Rivers
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The Role of Community Science in Protecting Our Rivers

Community science extends beyond simple observation—people of all backgrounds play a vital role in protecting rivers. Everyday individuals who live, work, or spend time near waterways develop an intimate familiarity with these ecosystems, often detecting subtle changes that may go unnoticed by researchers who may visit a river periodically. Whether through formal data collection programs or informal observations, every contribution builds a more comprehensive picture of our rivers' health. By working together, community scientists provide crucial information that helps researchers, policymakers, and conservationists safeguard freshwater ecosystems for future generations.

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Scientist Spotlight:                   Anya Suslova 
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Scientist Spotlight: Anya Suslova 

Anya Suslova has been officially working at Woodwell Climate Research Center as a research assistant since 2016, but her work with rivers started long before that.

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Scientist Spotlight: Andrea Norton
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Scientist Spotlight: Andrea Norton

Andrea “Andie” Norton is an ecologist studying the world’s changing rivers. She examines patterns in temperature and nutrients to assess the response of watersheds to climate change, and to build a record of how river environments are changing that could help flag current threats, predict future changes and develop strategies for successful management.

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