MSP LTER
@msp-lter.bsky.social
The Minneapolis-St. Paul Long Term Ecological Research site studies interactions between urban nature and people in the context of environmental and social change, to improve environmental outcomes for all residents.
Dr. Adrienne Keller, a former MSP LTER postdoc in the University of Minnesota College of Biological Sciences, spearheaded the study used in their article.
You can check out the MSP LTER's publicly available data here: z.umn.edu/MSPLTER-Data
You can check out the MSP LTER's publicly available data here: z.umn.edu/MSPLTER-Data
Data at the Minneapolis-St. Paul LTER | Minneapolis-St. Paul Metropolitan Area (MSP) Long Term Ecological Research Program
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October 23, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Dr. Adrienne Keller, a former MSP LTER postdoc in the University of Minnesota College of Biological Sciences, spearheaded the study used in their article.
You can check out the MSP LTER's publicly available data here: z.umn.edu/MSPLTER-Data
You can check out the MSP LTER's publicly available data here: z.umn.edu/MSPLTER-Data
Hosted by the University of Minnesota in partnership with Great River Passage Conservancy (@greatriverpassage.bsky.social) , with support from the City of Saint Paul (@cityofsaintpaul.bsky.social), Urban Bird Collective, and Pig's Eye Park Friends.
October 9, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Hosted by the University of Minnesota in partnership with Great River Passage Conservancy (@greatriverpassage.bsky.social) , with support from the City of Saint Paul (@cityofsaintpaul.bsky.social), Urban Bird Collective, and Pig's Eye Park Friends.
Researchers will lead tours of the field plots, demonstrate how #biochar is being used to reduce the effects of pollutants, and answer questions about their work. Plus, enjoy naturalist talks, guided birding walks, and learn about the land's history and natural resources!
October 9, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Researchers will lead tours of the field plots, demonstrate how #biochar is being used to reduce the effects of pollutants, and answer questions about their work. Plus, enjoy naturalist talks, guided birding walks, and learn about the land's history and natural resources!
5/5| Many of these groups want to connect—to share recent successes, upcoming projects, and opportunities to seek or offer support. This series is designed to provide a platform for that connection-building. We hope you will join us!
August 21, 2025 at 4:44 PM
5/5| Many of these groups want to connect—to share recent successes, upcoming projects, and opportunities to seek or offer support. This series is designed to provide a platform for that connection-building. We hope you will join us!
4/5 | In the Twin Cities, we approached this question through the lens of urban trees and forests. Our findings reveal urban tree care is a shared effort: 135 organizations help steward nearly 900 square miles of canopy across the Metro.
August 21, 2025 at 4:44 PM
4/5 | In the Twin Cities, we approached this question through the lens of urban trees and forests. Our findings reveal urban tree care is a shared effort: 135 organizations help steward nearly 900 square miles of canopy across the Metro.
3/5 | The Twin Cities Tree Stewardship Mapping Project is part of a broader research initiative taking place in over 24 regions around the world, each exploring the same core question: Who cares for the local environment?
August 21, 2025 at 4:44 PM
3/5 | The Twin Cities Tree Stewardship Mapping Project is part of a broader research initiative taking place in over 24 regions around the world, each exploring the same core question: Who cares for the local environment?
2/5| Do you maintain, manage, or advocate for urban trees and forests? Are you looking to get involved? At this series of informal gatherings, we will share survey findings, build connections, and explore how stewardship research can strengthen our collective capacity to care for the urban forest.
August 21, 2025 at 4:44 PM
2/5| Do you maintain, manage, or advocate for urban trees and forests? Are you looking to get involved? At this series of informal gatherings, we will share survey findings, build connections, and explore how stewardship research can strengthen our collective capacity to care for the urban forest.
You can visit the 2025 Solution Studio at the Bell Museum from now until August 31. Click here to learn more: bellmuseum.umn.edu/solution-studio-2025/ 2/2
Solution Studio - Bell Museum
Solution Studio invites you to explore your own creativity as you learn about how researchers approach challenges and answer questions.
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July 28, 2025 at 4:38 PM
You can visit the 2025 Solution Studio at the Bell Museum from now until August 31. Click here to learn more: bellmuseum.umn.edu/solution-studio-2025/ 2/2
We pre-recorded our annual Overview Talks for partners and other colleagues. If you would like to view these, please reach out to us!
July 16, 2025 at 7:49 PM
We pre-recorded our annual Overview Talks for partners and other colleagues. If you would like to view these, please reach out to us!
We took to the field on Day 2 despite smoky conditions, when researchers and partners (like @urbanrootsmn.bsky.social ) presented their work at active research sites -- at Battle Creek Regional Park and Rivoli Bluff Farm & Restoration Site. 3/4
July 16, 2025 at 7:49 PM
We took to the field on Day 2 despite smoky conditions, when researchers and partners (like @urbanrootsmn.bsky.social ) presented their work at active research sites -- at Battle Creek Regional Park and Rivoli Bluff Farm & Restoration Site. 3/4
Day 1 saw us crossing our arms in contemplation, and listening intently to one another, as we brainstormed future research directions across disciplines. The day concluded with a celebration of our new Community Streams Podcast (more on that coming soon!). 2/4
July 16, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Day 1 saw us crossing our arms in contemplation, and listening intently to one another, as we brainstormed future research directions across disciplines. The day concluded with a celebration of our new Community Streams Podcast (more on that coming soon!). 2/4
You can read their recent paper on this subject here: z.umn.edu/KemmerlingEtal2025
Lead (Pb) concentrations across 22 species of butterflies correlate with soil and air lead and decreased wing size in an urban field study
Pollution is a global issue contributing to biodiversity loss, climate change, and human health concerns. Lead (Pb) has long been recognized as a toxi…
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June 20, 2025 at 1:22 PM
You can read their recent paper on this subject here: z.umn.edu/KemmerlingEtal2025