Science Committee

Excellence in science and its application to natural resource decision-making is the hallmark of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Excellence in applied science for decision support is the foundation for successfully achieving the Service’s mission of working with others to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. Maintaining this excellence requires that the Service’s employees have timely access to:

• Scientific research, information, and state-of-the-art scientific tools
• Technical assistance
• Peer interaction among scientific colleagues
• Science-based conservation strategies for habitat and population management
• Training and mentoring opportunities in:
• understanding, analyzing, applying, and communicating complex scientific concepts, information, and tools
• awareness of the appropriate practices and procedures to use when engaging in science activities, such as conducting research, seeking peer review, and using, publishing, and distributing scientific information

The Science Committee supports these needs through various means to ensure that the Service has the infrastructure necessary to promote scientific excellence. The Committee is empowered to prepare draft policies, procedures, and other work products; develop initiatives; prepare special reports and recommendations; and work closely with Service employees and external partners to advance science excellence in fish and wildlife conservation.

Please explore the links on the left to find out more about the Science Committee.