A comprehensive data base of current research is just now being developed for the Boston Harbor Islands. The following park-sponsored scientific projects are known.

Biological & Physical Studies

• Upland Habitats Phase I
• Upland Habitats Phase II
• Intertidal Habitats
• Wetland Habitat Mapping
• Avian Survey
• Water Resources Scoping Report
• Historic Vegetation & Land Use
• Park Bibliography

Social Science Studies

• Visitor Capacity
• Visitor Satisfaction & Understanding
  The University of Idaho Cooperative Park Studies Unit is assisting units of the national park system to measure visitor satisfaction and visitor understanding. Boston Harbor Islands has participated in the Visitor Survey Card project annually since 1999. Visit the NPS social science program for more details.

Symposia & Conferences

2002 Biodiversity Seminar

2003 Science Symposium

Conducting Research

The Research page explains how to conduct research on the Boston Harbor islands.