Big news! 📢
Our Delta Science Program is awarding $5.9M over the next three years to support 8️⃣ key research projects in the #sacdelta and #suisunmarsh.
2️⃣ more studies will be funded by @SWC_CAWater, for a total investment of $7.8M!
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Save the date! Our Delta Research Awards Seminar Series wraps up on May 7. 📅
Hear from Rebecca Buchanan, Russell Perry, and Rene Henery about #salmonids and how different tools inform species management and recovery!
More info + seminar recordings ➡ https://t.co/qxpL7BgBP5.
On this Trans Day of Visibility… 🏳️⚧️ researchers found that despite laws and policies to protect US LGBTQIA+ workers, unequal employment treatment continues, preventing LGBTQIA+ workers from being employed, having stable jobs, & earning higher salaries: https://t.co/t3C2hNvlZt
California Sea Grant and the Delta Stewardship Council are hiring a social scientist! Apply by November 25, 2024 to ensure full consideration by the committee. Learn more at https://t.co/OxWZ7CZs5x
An anomalously warm and dry pattern appears increasingly likely for first half of Oct across nearly entire U.S. West, inc. California. While coastal CA is no stranger to warm temps in Oct, this will be very unusual and in some cases record-breaking across interior. #CAwx [1/2]
'Never in my wildest dreams...' - Read how an innovative postdoc program changed one scientist's journey from soil microbiology to climate resilience. Read about Kristine Cabugao's experience here: https://t.co/f2GJNz1zhX
#DYK#salmon, particularly Chinook salmon, have been a vital part of the #sacdelta + #centralvalley for thousands of years?
They've thrived in these waters thanks to their ability to adapt to a variable climate, occupying diverse habitats + exhibiting flexible life histories.
#Phragmites, AKA "Common Reed," is the 🌎's most widely distributed flowering plant.
A particularly invasive varietal was introduced to North America hundreds of years ago + has become the most common type, spreading aggressively in the U.S., particularly in the #sacelta. 🧵
Want to learn about safe fish consumption, emergency housing during flooding, #harmfulalgalblooms, and more?
Attend our #SciForCommunities Workshop on July 12! 📆
Don't forget: this event is free, but registration is required! ✅
➡ https://t.co/CnR2Aukq2u
"We update the Delta Science Plan to reflect changing conditions in our dynamic system," says Delta Lead Scientist Dr. Lisamarie Windham-Myers.
"We encourage you to share input on this essay to help us scope future science planning."
➡ https://t.co/MlrG2kLnI1
Thank you to @CalNatResources Secretary @WadeCrowfoot for his Speaker Series webinar "Golden Coast Pride - Exploring LGBTQ+ Stories in California.” We had a great conversation on LGBTQ+ and environmental research/policy.
We strive for a reliable #cawater supply and a resilient #sacdelta ecosystem, no matter the era.
Check out some of our favorite images from the Delta, reimagined as #TaylorSwift album covers, and subscribe to receive email announcements about our work ➡ https://t.co/AuPs0B9oG0.
Did you hear? 👂
We've appointed Dr. Lisamarie Windham-Myers as our lead scientist for the Delta Science Program. 🎉
"Dr. Windham Myers has done an excellent job presenting complex scientific matters before the Council," said Chair Julie Lee.
➡ https://t.co/Zl9RrqikOi
Big news: Our Delta Science Program, in partnership with @CASeaGrant, is seeking proposals for our 2025 Research Awards! 🏆
Hear from Science Funding Manager @HappyPure below to learn more. ⤵
➡ https://t.co/s6xdF2DCSN
Attention #deltascience researchers! 📢
We want to help connect you with #sacdelta community and Tribal members in advance of our upcoming research proposal #solicitation, which emphasizes participatory research!
Take the survey by Nov 1 ➡ https://t.co/5wZGYsEdk0.