How to do Research at a UC Davis Reserve
Those interested in using the reserve should contact the reserve manager to arrange a reserve tour and to discuss the feasibility of the planned use. Or, you may submit an online application to initiate the process.
All research and visits to the reserves are managed through the online application system, RAMS. Before beginning your research project please submit an application. Applications are normally processed within one business day. You will also need to submit a reservation to use the reserve for each visit.
Natural Reserve System staff can often offer advice to make your research visits more pleasant and productive. Do not hesitate to contact us with questions.
Funding Opportunities
Maurer-Timm Endowment Student Research Grants
The Maurer-Timm Student Research Grants fund student research on the Stebbins Cold Canyon and Quail Ridge Reserves. Awards up to $2,500 each are intended to directly support field work at the Reserves.
Mathias Graduate Student Research Grant Program
The Maurer-Timm Student Endowment provides funding up to $2,500 for graduate student research at Stebbins Cold Canyon and/or Quail Ridge Reserve. Students in all disciplines are encouraged to apply. Natural Reserve facilities and study sites are available to students from all departments, including the natural and social sciences, humanities, education, medical and veterinary sciences, and engineering.
Field Science Fellowship
The NRS Field Science Fellowship provides financial support to UC undergraduate-faculty teams conducting scientific research in the field at NRS reserves. The fellowships enable students to focus on gaining valuable hands-on research experience under the guidance of a faculty researcher. Each $6,000 award consists of a $5,000 student stipend and $1,000 to cover project costs. A maximum of $24,000 will be awarded annually. Applicants must be two-person teams made up of a current UC faculty member and an undergraduate student enrolled at UC.
Available Data
UC Davis Climate Network meteorological data - Data available here
Bibliographies, datasets, other coming soon