![]() Scientific Research Projects in the Park
All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory An All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory (ATBI) is a concentrated effort to determine all species within a given area within a short time frame. The ATBI seeks to inventory the estimated 100,000 species of living organisms in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Discover Life in America is the non--profit partner of the national park that is coordinating the project. You can be a part of the ATBI! Join other citizen scientists and volunteers in discovering new species in the park. Visit the Discover Life in America ATBI website to learn how you can become involved in this fascinating and important project . Appalachian Highlands Science and Learning Center The center encourages scientific research and education not only at the Smokies, but at other park service areas including the Blue Ridge Parkway, Big South Fork NRRA, and Obed Wild and Scenic River. The center provides researchers assistance with logistics, permitting, and data access for their work within these parks. To learn more about opportunities at The Purchase call (828) 926-6251 or visit the Purchase website. Citizen Science The park depends on volunteers for many activities. Teachers, student groups, retirees, and many other volunteers have helped the park to collect valuable data for scientific studies and resource management projects. Volunteers who are not necessarily trained as scientists helping with research are often called Citizen Scientists. Permit for Scientific Research |
Last updated: June 27, 2022