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Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center

Bridging boundaries for research & discovery.

The National Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center (SESYNC) brings together the science of the natural world with the science of social systems and decision making to solve problems at the human-environment interface. For 10 years, SESYNC has accelerated research and learning that seeks to understand the structure, functioning, and sustainability of coupled social and environmental systems. To further this work, we invite you to explore our research and learning resources.

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Center Highlights

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Blog on Complex, Actionable Team Science—Started at SESYNC—Celebrates Its 10th Birthday
A popular blog that emerged from the cross-collaboration of three SESYNC synthesis projects is celebrating its 10th year of publication.
A preview of the January 2026 newsletter with the letters SESYNC on a snowy background and the individuals letters wearing hats and mittens. The bottom text reads: "Feeling the Freeze: Addressing Climate Change Impacts"
Our Latest Newsletter – January 2026
The extreme cold facing much of the United States is a strong reminder that we're already feeling the effects of climate change. Explore some of our resources on the topic!
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Creating Interdisciplinary Research Teams, A Two-Session Exercise
In this resource, learners practice the art of selecting, recruiting, and synergizing an interdisciplinary research team.