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Ecosystem Science explores the diverse elements of ecological systems and their interactions. As ecological principles are uncovered and refined, they find practical application within this specialized field. This discipline offers a structured approach to recognizing and addressing environmental issues like soil deterioration, contaminated waterways, and biodiversity decline. Insights and concepts from Ecosystem Science are implemented in Ecological Restoration studies. At The Ohio State University, both the School of Environment and Natural Resources (SENR) faculty and the Environment and Natural Resources Graduate Program (ENRGP) maintain robust research initiatives examining core ecological processes. Under faculty guidance, graduate students in this specialization learn to conduct practical studies on ecosystems and biological communities. The Wilma H. Schiermeier Olentangy River Wetland Research Park enhances SENR's expertise in wetland environments and freshwater ecosystem studies.