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Tyson Research Center |
Tyson provides an ideal site for ecological and environmental studies,
biodiversity research, historical aspects of human settlement,
artistic interpretation of nature, and more.
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Research Projects - Summer Fellows: 2006, 2005; experiments at Tyson; staff projects. |
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Research Policy - procedures, guidelines to follow for field research |
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Research Application Form - application for research at Tyson |
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Crescent Hills Research Fund - student financial support for Tyson field projects |
Research Projects: Current (2007) Projects: Abrams, Alyssa S. and Robert D. Aldridge Barber, Nicholas and Robert J. Marquis Brandenburger, Gary H. Chase, Jonathan Chase, Jonathan, Principal Investigator Criss, Robert E. and Bill Winston Ettling, Jeff, Dr. Wayne Drda, Ryan Turnquist, Mark Wanner, and Matt Edgar Griffin, Nicholas, Eleanor Pardini, and Tiffany Knight Herrmann, Robert B. Hunt, James H. Knight, Tiffany Biology Dept., University of Missouri, St. Louis "The Leaf-Feeding Sawflies (Hymenoptera: Symphyta: Tenthredinidae) of Tyson Research Station (and Missouri)" Missouri Mycological Society (MOMS); Brad Bomanz, et al National Atmospheric Deposition Program (NADP) Reuther, Keefe Schutzenhofer, Mickey and Tiffany Knight USDA Forest Service, Forest Inventory and Analysis Recent Projects: 2006: Allan, Brian Allan, Brian Anderson, Corey, (lab of A. Templeton), Dr. Wayne Drda Beaton, Laura Beaton, Laura Beaton, Laura Beaton, Laura and Peter VanZandt Drda, Wayne J., Corey Anderson and Ryan Turnquist Gibbons, Megan, Principal Investigator Johnson, Michele Pettus, Dan and Kurt Schulz Ryberg, Wade and Jon Chase Schulz, Kurt and Amber Major Schulz, Kurt and Kyle Lauer Schutzenhofer, Mickey and Tiffany Knight Silverio, Luz and Tiffany Knight Teller, Britta and Tiffany Knight Vonesh, James R. 2005 and 2004: Allan, Brian and others Barber, Nicholas Bork, Joyce Bork, Joyce and Matt Skarie Chase, Jonathan Fresquez, Carla, Laura Beaton, and Tiffany Knight Griffin, Nick Gutierrez, Lizeth Harmon-Threatt, Alexandra and Tiffany Knight Hunt, James H. Kneitel, Jamie Kneitel, Jamie, Jon Chase and Chris Liang Langerhans, R. Brian Larson, David Matson, Kevin Ryberg, Wade Ryberg, Wade, Crystal Yates, and Jon Chase Sexton, Owen Sexton, Owen Sexton, Owen Shulman, Rachel Shulman, Rachel Smyth, Khrysti and Tiffany Knight St. Louis Zoo - Jane Stevens and Bob Merz Stewart, Ryan and William R. Graves Turnquist, Ryan, Dr. Wayne Drda, and Eric Compas Van Zandt, Pete Walker, Jane 2003: Chase, Jonathan, PI Eboni Collins, REU student - Lizards foraging activity and protection of glade plant restoration Fishbein, Anna Mann, Elana Parks, John and Jonathan Losos Parks, John and Paul Hime Parks, John and Alison Hart Schutzenhofer, Mickey and Tom Valone 2002: Bork, Joyce Criss, Robert E. Doerr, Jaynie Fondaw, Ron Lill, John and Kate Knox Lill, John, Jenn Leinicke, and Kelly Mathews Lill, John, Daniel Le and Daniel Dvorett North American Butterfly Association (NABA); Yvonne Homeyer et al Ray-Hamaie, Rachel and Ruth Reese Ricklefs, Robert E. and Steven Latta 2001: Biondo, Susannah Eckel, Jennifer Keller, Michael Meyers, Amy Santanello, Cathy, Michael Gitcho and Mark Bolyard Turner, Jay 2000: Ferguson, Carolyn LaPoint, Kelsey Tyson Staff "Restoration" and Ongoing Projects: Tyson Staff "Restoration" and Ongoing Projects: Tyson Research Center Staff Tyson Research Center Staff and Others Tyson Research Center Staff and Dr. Joyce Bork Tyson Research Center Staff, in Cooperation with Missouri Dept. of Conservation Tyson Research Center Staff, in Cooperation with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and Missouri Dept. of Natural Resources Walker, Jane and Tyson Research Center Staff Tyson Research Policy: Washington University encourages its faculty and students, as well as investigators from external research organizations, to utilize Tyson Research Center for field studies and experiments. Please follow the guidelines and procedures described below to initiate a research project. An "APPLICATION FOR RESEARCH" is found at the end of this document. More research-related information on access, keys, ID cards, safety, and other rules and regulations, can be found in the Tyson Handbook. Copies are available at the Tyson Field Headquarters or on the Tyson Webpage at: www.biology.wustl.edu/tyson/regul.html This is an exciting time at Tyson. The number of field research projects has increased since 2000, and the next few years should see a dramatic increase in research-related activities at Tyson Research Center. Along with the excitement of new ventures come new challenges. In particular, with an increase in research activities, the more vital coordination and communication becomes. We need to ensure that upcoming activities do not threaten ongoing research and that research projects do not interfere with each other. In the past, the amount of research conducted at Tyson was such that problems of this nature were rare. Now that research is increasing, the need for a more formalized coordination is evident to ensure that problems do not arise. For example, as more long-term animal and plant projects are started, it will be necessary to make sure that other field experiments and possible disturbances to the habitat - such as burns, chemical spraying, even day hikes - do not affect animal behavior or habitat. In order to best coordinate the various projects at Tyson , we ask that the following guidelines be adhered to: 1. Before initiating any new activity or field project, please notify Jon Chase, Assistant Director, by submitting the accompanying "APPLICATION FOR RESEARCH" well in advance. The application will be reviewed and posted on the Tyson Users Email Bulletin board so that other researchers can respond or express any concerns regarding the activity. 2. Principal Investigator (PI) Responsibilities: PIs are encouraged to include other researchers in their projects. The names and contact information of all other team research members should be provided on the Application for Research form; all personnel must be formally approved before they can work at Tyson. In situations in which research teams are involved, the Principal Investigator has the following responsibilities: a) PIs are responsible for all aspects of training, preparation and orientation of research team members. PIs must verify that research team members know what procedures they need to follow, study site(s) location(s), method of transport to study site(s), and that all team members have necessary equipment and materials. Moreover, to minimize any conflicts, the PI is responsible for ensuring that research team members are familiar with and abide by all Tyson regulations and policies. b) In the event that research team members require equipment, shipments, transportation, information, etc., they should consult the PI or other designated person in the research program. Tyson staff is willing to help out on an emergency basis, but a primary responsibility of the PI is to meet the needs of all research team members. Naturally, the Tyson staff from time to time will be needed to help with some tasks, but such arrangements should be made well in advance and through the PI whenever possible. c) To facilitate the work of research team members, PIs should be readily available and contact information should be provided to each research team member. Should a PI be unavailable, arrangements should be made in advance for coordination purposes. Contact information (Email, Phone, alternate personnel) should also be provided to Tyson in case of emergency situations. d) Failure to comply with these guidelines may result in PIs not being permitted to include other researchers on their projects. 3. As part of the APPLICATION FOR RESEARCH, precise information on the location of study sites and locations must be provided. This is important in order to identify any "critical" or "exclusive" areas in which activity may need to be restricted for some period of time. An explanation as to why the restriction is necessary and time frames should be included. Tyson cannot guarantee that all restrictions will be imposed, but will try to accommodate researcher requests. Signs may be utilized indicating such areas as "Biologically Sensitive Area - Please Do Not Disturb" to assist with this effort. 4. Once a project is approved and under way, all Tyson users are asked not to disturb any sensitive areas or research materials encountered on the Tyson property. If in doubt as to whether an object or area is part of a research project, assume that it is. Researchers should clearly label their materials, and include identifying details or signs. All field materials must be removed, all buildings cleared, and all keys must be returned at the conclusion of the study. 5. Researchers are requested to file an Annual Report (due Dec. 31) to the Tyson Administrative Office with a brief description of project status, personnel involved, publications, grants, or other pertinent information. Researchers are also encouraged to contribute information for the Tyson Webpage, which may include text, photos, graphics, or other pertinent research data. 6. Any publications emanating from Tyson must acknowledge the contribution of the Washington University Tyson Research Center. Two copies of each publication are to be sent to the Director or Field Station Manager. 7. Research grant proposals for use of Tyson property and/or facilities should include a daily use fee. Inquire at the Tyson Administrative Office for more information on current use fee charges. If the grant is not fully funded, the daily use fee can be reduced. If the grant is not funded, the daily use fee can be waived, provided Washington University incurs no substantial cost for the project. 8. Investigators studying vertebrate animals must obtain a Wildlife Collectors Permit from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC). These permits are easily obtained and can be renewed annually. Call (573)751-4115, extension 156; write Wildlife Collector Permit, Missouri Department of Conservation, P. O. Box 180, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0180, or visit the MDC website at: www.conservation.state.mo.us/ Endangered species require both state and federal permits. 9. The Animal Studies Committee of Washington University must review all protocols involving the use of vertebrates in research, teaching or demonstration projects. Washington University personnel must contact the Washington University Animal Studies Committee, Campus Box 8025 or (314)362-3229 for information about submitting protocols for approval. The Animal Care Protocol Form is available online at: medicine.wustl.edu/~asc. Non-Washington University researchers may substitute an equivalent animal care protocol document if approved from researcher's home institution. In such cases, please provide Washington University Tyson Research Center a copy of the home institution's approved animal care document. If you have any comments or questions about this Research Policy, please contact: Thank you for your cooperation. Research Application Form: Application for Research at Washington University Tyson Research Center: Researchers initiating a project must complete this Research Application Form. [Note: This form is also available as a hardcopy from the Tyson Administrative Office, or as a zipped MS Word file rschapplicform.zip (44k). Completed forms/information should be Emailed to Acting Director Dr. Jon Chase: jchaseATbiology2.wustl.edu ("AT" = @)]Please view the Tyson Research Policy above for related information. Washington University encourages its faculty and students, and investigators from external research organizations, to utilize Tyson Research Center for field studies and experiments. For more research-related information on access, keys, ID cards, grants & subcontracts, safety, and other regulations, refer to the Tyson Handbook or visit the Regulations & Safety page. I. Name of Principal Investigator: _________________________________ II. Other Researchers, Professionals, or Support Staff: III. Project Description - Please attach proposed project description, including: - Study Title IV. Signature of Principal Investigator: ____________________________________ Return this form to Acting Director Dr. Jon Chase at: jchaseATbiology2.wustl.edu ("AT" = @) --------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Crescent Hills Research Fund: The Crescent Hills Research Fund offers financial support for undergraduate and graduate field experiments conducted at Tyson. Research project proposals from all units of Washington University are welcome, including: biology, photography, architechture, environmental studies, history, politics and economics of urban vs. preserved areas, hydrology, geology, nutrient cycling, engineering, biodiversity, pollution, wildlife ecology, weather patterns, global climate change - the "sky" is the limit. Applicants must be under the direction of a faculty member in their area of interest. Enrollment and registration in the appropriate department or school is highly desirable. Projects should be completed within one semester, when possible. Crescent Hill Research Fund Applications must include: Applications or queries should be directed to Acting Director Dr. Jon Chase at: jchaseATbiology2.wustl.edu ("AT" = @) |
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