The Lower Mississippi River Science Symposium seeks to establish a recurring forum to connect academic, government and NGO scientists and managers in the region to share their research, ideas, and needs with a goal of building synergy. The theme for this recurring forum is three-fold: optimizing the data collection network, strategizing the next generation of models, and outlining key applications of the data and models for management decisions.
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PROGRAM FOCUS
The program will focus on five key issues for the watershed:
1. Conserve fish and wildlife
2. Mitigate floods and droughts
3. Sustain inland navigation
4. Enhance recreation
5. Improve water quality
This program offers Professional Development Hours (PDHs) for professional engineers.
This year, the Lower Mississippi River Science Symposium sponsored by Charlotte Beyer Hubbell has partnered with the America’s Watershed Initiative and The Nature Conservancy to bring the Mississippi Watershed community the opportunity:
WHO:
Scientists, researchers, practitioners, decision-makers and members of the Mississippi River Watershed Partnership
WHAT:
Day 1: Research and Collaboration
Participants from across the Mississippi River watershed will share the latest research from the basin. Through interdisciplinary presentations and discussion, this day will spark opportunities for collaboration and on-the-ground action across the full watershed.
Day 2: Applied Knowledge and Critical Questions
Participants will collaborate to identify applied knowledge needs and consider critical questions facing the watershed. Participants will explore how scientific work can inform decision-making and on-the-ground action to improve outcomes across five key issues for the watershed.
Day 3: Roadmap Goals and Actions
Participants will advance the work of the Mississippi River Watershed Partnership to roadmap goals and actions across the five key issue areas, including the basin-wide science agenda, and assess opportunities to strengthen collaboration across the watershed.
Program Partners
