Research Experiences for Southern California Undergraduate Ecologists-Network (RESCUE-Net)

RESCUE-NET is a network of faculty in Southern California who are dedicated to training the next generation of ecological leaders.

  • Professor Meyer working with a student to put in decomposition samples in urban areas. Collaboration and interaction are a foundational component of RESCUE-Net
    Professor Meyer working with a student to put in decomposition samples in urban areas. Collaboration and interaction are a foundational component of RESCUE-Net
  • Meeting in 2018 of faculty from PUI campuses to discuss the development of a research network.
    Meeting in 2018 of faculty from PUI campuses to discuss the development of a research network.
  • A student from Pomona College collecting samples in a natural area adjacent to campus. Samples contributed to a multi-site research project conducted across 7 campuses.
    A student from Pomona College collecting samples in a natural area adjacent to campus. Samples contributed to a multi-site research project conducted across 7 campuses.
  • Students from Cal State LA putting out litter bags to explore drivers of decomposition processes. Similar research was being conducted at six other campuses.
    Students from Cal State LA putting out litter bags to explore drivers of decomposition processes. Similar research was being conducted at six other campuses.

Project Introductory Video

Upcoming Activities

  • September 2023 – RESCUE-Net wide meeting for all interested and engaged faculty at Pomona College
  • Summer 2023-2024: Projects are being developed.

A complete project timeline is available.

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