Mesocosm

What We Do

 

Research

Reserves provide protected environments in which researchers can conduct short- and long-term studies required for making fundamental discoveries. The NRS is a shared academic facility with an expansive footprint and diverse clientele across disciplines. 

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Teaching

UC Davis Reserves support classes across schools, colleges, and departments. Institutions outside of UC Davis are also welcome to bring classes to the Reserves. Talk to us about K12 opportunities as well.

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Brad's Class

 

Photography hike

 

 

Outreach

UC Davis Reserves support outreach programming directly and in partnership with other organizations. Take advantage of these programs to visit a reserve, volunteer to participate, or create your own program.

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Restoration

We restore areas across Reserves to combat invasive species, climate change impacts, and wildfire. We generally promote natural succession, but we engage in corrective efforts to ensure the Reserves capacity to support current and future research and instruction.

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Stebbins restoration