Institute for Ecological Monitoring and Management
Since 2012, IEMM has performed its mission of science in service by linking SDSU scientists with communities, resource managers, and planners.
Through robust partnerships, IEMM addresses current challenges related to climate change, sustainable communities, and conservation of biodiversity.
Read about our collaborative science-based response to bolster the resilience of montane with climate-informed actions in a recent US Forest Service press release (July 30, 2024).The Latest News
New Conservation Strategy to Protect Montane Forests in Southern California
Expertise
Drawing from extensive expertise across the SDSU campus, we provide technical, scientific, and analytical assistance.
We use cutting-edge research methods and meaningful community and stakeholder engagement and collaboration. IEMM's work advances climate adaptation, sustainability, and conservation for our communities and natural ecosystems.
What we do
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IEMM provides research expertise and guidance for long-term efforts to mitigate threats and stressors facing California least tern populations.
CNNCTS advances a model of Indigenous-led land stewardship for climate adaptation and resilience.
IEMM is developing an updated Peninusular bighorn sheep population status assessment and population models to inform ongoing management and recovery actions.