{"id":2563,"date":"2017-11-27T15:36:07","date_gmt":"2017-11-27T20:36:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cals.ncsu.edu\/applied-ecology-new\/?page_id=2563"},"modified":"2026-05-01T09:03:24","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T13:03:24","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cals.ncsu.edu\/applied-ecology\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n\n

Training the Next Generation of Scientists<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We train students to become world-class scientists and leaders, investigating grand environmental challenges. Our globally-recognized faculty conduct interdisciplinary work that engages students and the general public alike and apply their knowledge to the surrounding world. With a unique ecological depth and breadth, we cover everything from fish management and biogeography to pollinators and aquaculture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Department of Applied Ecology is dedicated to welcoming and supporting students, collaborators, and colleagues from all backgrounds. We believe that a blend of perspectives, experiences and ideas strengthens our ability to address the complex environmental challenges facing society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are also committed to meaningful action in support of opportunity in both education and employment, believing that teamwork enhances our capacity to innovate and solve problems. Together, we strive to create an academic community where all feel welcomed, supported and empowered to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are committed to fostering a respectful community where all individuals are treated with dignity and valued for their contributions. Our department encourages open dialogue, continuous self-reflection, and collaboration to ensure a welcoming environment for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n

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We answer the tough questions concerning natural resource conservation and management. <\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Globally-Recognized Faculty<\/h3>\n \n\n \t \t

Our faculty have stellar reputations as leaders in communication science and public science. <\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Our Extension specialists deliver valuable research directly to the state’s communities. <\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Committed to our Environment and our World<\/h2>\n\n\n
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As scientists and teachers dedicated to interdisciplinary research, instruction and service, we\u2019ve developed several programs and centers that help us advance our knowledge of ecological systems and the environment throughout North Carolina and the world, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n