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	Ecological powerhouse on the prairie Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve has grown into the world hub for terrestrial ecology and collaborative research.
	Share your science in 180 seconds or less this fall! CBS graduate students are invited to sign up for the 2026 CBS 3-Minute Thesis Competition
	Rate this lake Lakeside surveys across the metro ask the public how they feel about water quality.
	Petri Dish \| The AI conundrum: How do we balance the upsides of artificial intelligence for scientific research with the environmental costs? Join a discussion on how AI is transforming research and the trade-offs involved on November 11.
	Petri Dish \| The endurance blueprint: What can ancient adaptations tell us about surviving in a rapidly changing world? Explore how we can use predictive bio-design to identify the secrets of survival on October 14.
	CBS at the Minnesota State Fair Get your fill of food, fair fun and science the Great Minnesota Get-Together!
	Tropical forests may be more resilient to drought than previously thought Research led by Chris Smith-Martin examined physiological traits associated with drought resistance in 18 tree species.
	An eye on innovation Mikael Elias shares his vision for bridging the gap between scientific discovery and market application.
	Prairie invaders Cedar Creek GreenCorps member Sierra Vilmo studies new tools against the black locust.
	The school of life Field biology courses at Itasca Biological Station take immersive learning to the next level.