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Explore the topics below to understand the components of BLM science and how they contribute to the BLM mission.

  • Doing Paperwork in the Field | Monitoring | Wyoming

    Science in the BLM

    Explore the various aspects of BLM science, its place in the day to day work of the Bureau, and the organizational components that support it within the BLM.

  • Two geologists collect data from rocks in a stream | Photo: BLM Oregon

    Principles and Practices

    The BLM has identified five principles and practices to help successfully integrate science into public land management decisions and associated core work processes.

  • Field Work | Idaho

    Science Policies

    Explore the BLM’s legal, regulatory, and policy authorities and mandates to conduct science.

  • Young kids investigating Public Lands

    Science on BLM Public Lands

    Explore scientific values and science activities on BLM public lands.