Decisions that influence the future and health of sensitive populations and ecosystems are made on a daily basis. In order for policy makers, Information is the one lasting contribution that science makes to society. Information is also the common thread that joins all of the diverse disciplines of conservation biology together. The primary focus of the Center for Conservation Biology is the collection, interpretation, and dissemination of information that is central to solving today's environmental problems. Each year, Center staff and students conduct a large number of primary research projects that result in findings that provide guidance to agencies and organizations. The Center is committed to making information available to appropriate audiences as quickly as possible. Toward this end, the Center has initiated a program to release information electronically using 1) this website and 2) electronic mail.