Center personnel and collaborators investigate topics germane to the natural environment. This research includes basic ecological and behavioral studies, as well as applied studies, addressing issues such as habitat restoration methods.

Some of the topics investigated include:

• Ecological and behavioral studies
• Biodiversity surveys
• Generation of habitat restoration plans
• Analysis of habitat and ecosystem health
• GIS (Geographic Information Systems) site characterizations
• GIS habitat suitability modeling
• Indicators of stress in the environment
• Green approaches to landscaping
• Urban ecology