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American Society for Microbiology (ASM)
ASM is the scientific organization for microbiology faculty and
researchers. This homepage provides information about membership to the society,
upcoming ASM events, microbiology news and links to useful microbiology website.
Also included is an extensive member’s only section with online journals
and more.
Center for Bio-inspired Nanomaterials
(CBIN)
CIBIN is a multidisciplinary research and education center at Montana State
University that focuses on research aimed at understanding and utilizing nanoscale
architectures from protein cages. This homepage contains detailed descriptions
of the center’s research, researchers and facilities. Users will also
find information on educational and outreach programs, publications, patents
and relevant links.
Idaho National Laboratory (INL)
The INL is operated for the Department of Energy (DOE) by Battle Energy Alliance
(BEA) and partners, each providing unique educational, management, research
and scientific assets into a world-class national laboratory. The goals of
the laboratory are to deliver science-based engineered solutions to challenges
in the DOE’s mission areas and enhance the INL’s scientific and
technical talent, facilities and equipment to best serve the nation. This
homepage provides links to information about the INL laboratory, news releases
and publications, educational opportunities and outreach and much more.
International Society of Microbial
Ecology (ISME)
The mission of the ISME is to promote the exchange of scientific information
on microbial ecology. ISME organizes meetings, sponsors publications and promotes
education, research and interaction between scientists. This homepage provides
information about ISME membership, publications, upcoming events, a description
of microbial ecology and information about topics in microbial ecology.
NASA Astrobiology Institute (NAI)
How does life begin and evolve? Is there life elsewhere in the universe? What
is the future of life on Earth and beyond? NAI carries out collaborative
research and education in astrobiology, the interdisciplinary science that
seeks answers to these fundamental questions. It supports investigation of
these issues on Earth and serves as a portal to space for the scientific
community. This homepage provides detailed information about NAI, educational
resources for teachers and students, and current news and events.
Yellowstone Volcano Observatory
(YVO)
The YVO is a long-term, instrument-based monitoring facility designed for observing
volcanic, hydrothermal, and earthquake activity in the Yellowstone National
Park region. The YVO homepage contains information about current volcanic information,
a history of volcanism at Yellowstone, a photo gallery and additional scientific
references.
Government Agencies
National Aeronautics
and Space Administration (NASA)
NASA conducts a wide variety of space research and exploration.
Of particular interest is NASA’s research on life in extreme environments
and the origins of life on earth. This portal provides information on current
events at NASA, links to the numerous NASA websites and educational resources.
United States Geological Survey (USGS)
The USGS, the only science agency for the Department of the Interior, provides
the nation with information about the earth and its inhabitants. The USGS
focuses on four major areas: natural hazards, natural resources, the environment
and information and data management. This portal provides access to the many
science branches of the USGS (biology, geology, geography, water, regional
studies, natural hazards, wildlife and human health and the environment)
as well as current events and educational resources.
Yellowstone National Park (National
Park Service)
Yellowstone National Park, the world’s first national park, forms the
center of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, one of the largest intact temperate
ecosystems on earth. The park is filled with spectacular geothermal features,
landscapes, geology and plant life and wildlife. This website provides a wealth
of information about the park, from nature, science and history information
to park fees and rules and regulations.
Non Profit Organizations
Yellowstone Association
The Yellowstone Association is a non-profit educational organization
located in Yellowstone National Park which promotes preservation of Yellowstone
National Park through education of park visitors. This homepage contains links
to information about the association, the park store, education programs through
The Institute, and membership information.
Yellowstone Park Foundation
The mission of the Yellowstone Park Foundation is to fund projects and programs
that protect, preserve, and enhance Yellowstone National Park. This homepage
provides a wide variety of information about Yellowstone, current news, how
you can help, partnerships and additional links.
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