USGS Geographic Analysis and Monitoring Program - Located within the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the Geographic Analysis and Monitoring Program (GAM) conducts various geographic assessments around the United States with an eye towards fostering a greater understanding of the causes and consequences of natural and human-induced processes that shape the landscape over time. Currently, GAM is engaged in dozens of projects, and this website provides summary information about the focus of each specialized endeavor. Visitors can begin their search by looking at an interactive map of the US. By clicking on each state, visitors can learn about the ongoing work in each locale. Additionally, visitors can also browse the current studies by theme, such as fire science, human
health, environmental hazards, and topographic science. For persons looking for studies with a broader directive, the site also lists national and international studies, such as those looking at Lyme disease and the status and trends of the nation’s transportation network. This has been added to Research Resources Subject Tracer™ Information Blog. [From The Scout Report, Copyright Internet Scout Project 1994-2005. http://scout.wisc.edu/]